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FTC Issues Warning on Bitcoin Blackmail Scams

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning consumers warns about a new type of bitcoin scam that attempts to blackmail men.

By Muyao ShenAug 22, 2018

Commercial properties in downtown Beijing have been ordered not to provide venues for events that promote cryptocurrency.

By Wolfie ZhaoAug 22, 2018

The U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hosted a hearing Tuesday on the "energy efficiency of blockchain and similar technologies."

Blockchain and cryptocurrency media accounts in China have been banned on WeChat, the messenger app owned by Tencent.

By Muyao ShenAug 21, 2018

Bitstamp, bitFlyer, Bittrex and Gemini launched a self-regulatory organization (SRO) for crypto exchanges on Monday.

By Nikhilesh DeAug 20, 2018

The distinction between a physical and futures-backed ETF is worth unpacking given that one may or may not have a better shot at SEC approval.

By Christine KimAug 20, 2018

The SEC will approve or disapprove a rule change proposal to list the ProShares Bitcoin ETFs sometime this week.

A group of judges, lawmakers and industry experts in South Korea are forming a new law society to discuss legal issues surrounding blockchain.

By Wolfie ZhaoAug 20, 2018

SBI Holdings is making a new round of investment in a cryptocurrency exchange that's under increased scrutiny from the country's financial regulator.

By Wolfie ZhaoAug 20, 2018

The U.K. is on the cusp of leaving the E.U., sparking concern for blockchain startups working within a government-run regulatory sandbox.

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