Regulation


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Blockchain and the Rise of Transaction Technology

Governments are centers of trust – so why would they make the leap to blockchains as a way to extend that already vital service?

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Korea's Crypto Crackdown Talk Draws Backlash From Users and Politicians

South Korea's citizens reacted angrily to a proposed ban on cryptocurrency exchanges, with politicians and residents alike condemning the move.

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China's Internet Finance Association Warns on 'Initial Miner Offerings'

The National Internet Association of China warned against "initial miner offerings," referring to them as "disguised ICOs" on Friday.

Row of Gridseed litecoin miners set up. Copyright: Arina P Habich

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US Finance Regulators Form Crypto Working Group, Says Mnuchin

Steven Mnuchin said on Friday that the Financial Stability Oversight Council has formed a working group focused on cryptocurrencies.

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin

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Ukraine Forms Cryptocurrency Oversight Working Group

Ukraine's national defense chief called for legislation regulating cryptocurrencies at a recent meeting on cybersecurity.

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Arizona Lawmakers Want to Let People Pay Taxes in Bitcoin

A new bill submitted to the Arizona Senate would, if approved, let people pay their state tax liabilities using bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies.

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US State Regulators Hit BitConnect With Second Cease-And-Desist

North Carolina became the second state to halt BitConnect's ICO after issuing a temporary cease-and-desist.

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Korea's Central Bank Forms Task Force to Study Cryptocurrency Impact

The Bank of Korea, South Korea's central bank, has launched a cryptocurrency task force to explore the technology's effects on the financial system.

Bank of Korea

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Crypto Cat and Mouse: 2018 Will Be the Year of Policy Subterfuge

Global regulators have staked out a diverse set of rules for blockchain, but entrepreneurs may be better off playing arbitrage until the dust settles.

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South Korea Reportedly Expands Crackdown on Crypto Exchanges

New reports suggest that the South Korean government is intensifying its moves against the country's bitcoin exchanges.

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