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German Regulators Order OneCoin to 'Dismantle Trading System'

Germany is stepping up its ongoing crackdown on OneCoin, a digital currency investment scheme widely believed to be fraudulent.

Germany

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Florida's Money Laundering Statute Won't Affect Most Bitcoin Users

What's the potential impact of a recent court decision in Florida that centered on definitions for bitcoin and money transmission?

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West Virginia Lawmakers Complete Bitcoin Money Laundering Bill

Lawmakers in the US state of West Virginia have completed work on a bill that would make it a felony to use bitcoin for laundering money.

West Virginia

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Bitcoin's DC Debut: All Eyes Watch the US Government's Response

Bitcoin regulatory expert Jerry Brito recounts the tech's early days in Washington, DC, and the work that went into its successful regulatory debut.

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Nevada Senators Unanimously Advance Blockchain Tax Ban

Senators in Nevada have unanimously backed a proposal that would block local authorities from instituting taxes or fees on blockchain use.

Nevada

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Blockchains and Personal Data Protection Regulations Explained

Blockchain will likely increase personal data protections, but challenges lie ahead with the regulatory environment, says lawyer Jacek Czarnecki.

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EU Report: DLT Could Increase Cyber Risks for Financial Institutions

The proliferation of new technologies such as blockchain could increase risks in Europe’s financial system, according to a new report.

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SEC Orders Review of Winklevoss Bitcoin ETF Rejection

The SEC will review its decision to reject a bitcoin exchange-traded fund proposed by investors Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss.

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The SEC is Now Weighing an Ethereum ETF Proposal

The SEC has quietly begun the process of deciding whether to approve an exchange-traded fund for the digital asset ether.

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