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Arizona Governor Signs Blockchain Bill Into Law

A bill in Arizona that recognizes blockchain signatures and smart contracts has officially become state law.

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Beijing City Regulator Calls For Blockchain Standards

A government official with Beijing's municipal government called for a "standard" approach to blockchain development in a speech last week.

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European Commission Proposes Blockchain RegTech Pilot

The executive branch of the European Union may soon embark on a blockchain test that trials the technology's regulatory applications.

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'Scam Free' Gambling on Ethereum? Regulators Might Not Be Ready

A world without gambling scams is the latest big idea being tested on the ethereum blockchain, but regulatory hurdles remain.

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A Winklevoss ETF Reboot? Analysts See Uphill Battle Ahead

A decision by the Bats exchange to fight the SEC rejection of a proposed bitcoin ETF has little hope, according to analysts.

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R3 Targets Regulators for Next Wave of DLT Expansion

With 80 banks already among its members, distributed ledger consortium R3 is now setting its sights on bringing more regulators into the fold.

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Nevada Lawmaker Moves to Block Taxes on Blockchain Transactions

A new bill filed in the Nevada Senate aims to prevent local authorities from imposing fees or taxes on the use of blockchain tech.

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Australia's Securities Regulator Seeks Closer Ties To Blockchain Startups

Australia's top securities watchdog is looking to boost its engagement with companies working with blockchain.

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Bitcoin Exchange Trial Ends With Two Convictions

Two individuals connected to the now-defunct bitcoin exchange Coin.max have been convicted following a trial in New York.

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After ETF Rejection, What's Next for Bitcoin On Wall Street?

After the first bitcoin exchange-traded fund was rejected by the SEC, what lies in store for the digital currency within the financial sector?

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