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Still Alive: NY Judge Delays Decision in Fight Against BitLicense

One New Yorker's fight against state's BitLicense just had a good day in court, with the judge pushing her final decision to next year.

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Bitcoin Exchange Gemini Leverages Banking Charter in Washington State Launch

Bitcoin exchange Gemini took an unusual path to extending its services to Washington state customers this week.

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Coinbase Receives Approval To Trade Ether and Litecoin in New York

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has just received approval to offer trading of litecoin and ether in New York state.

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Former NYDFS Counsel Joins Perkins Coie Blockchain Practice

Perkins Coie has hired a former NYDFS counsel who worked on the state's BitLicense regulatory framework.

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New York Regulators Grant Second BitLicense to Ripple

San Francisco startup Ripple has become the second blockchain firm to receive a BitLicense in New York.

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Winklevoss Bitcoin Exchange Gemini to Launch Ether Trading

New York bitcoin exchange Gemini has officially added its second digital currency, ether, the token that powers the Ethereum network.

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Bitcoin Startups Stuck in Limbo as BitLicense Process Drags On

More than six months after the final date for application filings, only one license has been issued under New York’s BitLicense regulatory framework.

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NYDFS Chief to Resign Amid Reported Tension with Governor’s Office

Infighting between the New York State Department of Financial Services and the governor’s office has reportedly led to the resignation of key figures.

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Gemini Exchange Moves Toward Launch With Twin NYDFS Approvals

Bitcoin exchange Gemini has received two key approvals from the NYDFS that move it closer to launching services in the US.

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Bitcoin Exchange itBit Hires NYDFS Lawyer for Compliance Role

ItBit has hired former NYDFS general counsel Daniel "Danny" Alter as its general counsel and chief compliance officer.

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