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Regulators: Federal Preemption of State Blockchain Laws Unlikely

The FDIC and three state-level regulators discussed blockchain technology at a panel today centered on the future of US regulation.

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Estonian Supreme Court Rules Against Bitcoin Trader

The Estonian Supreme Court has ruled in favor of new restrictions on bitcoin trading in the wake of a lawsuit filed by a bitcoin broker.

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CFTC Commissioner: Credit Default Swap Test ‘Proves Merit’ of Blockchain

A CFTC commissioner said today he believes blockchain tech has already proved itself in the market through testing.

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What Circle's UK E-Money License Means for Bitcoin and Blockchain

Industry commentators weigh in on the impact of Circle's new e-money license in the UK.

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Industry Advocacy Groups Unite to Launch Global Blockchain Forum

Global interest groups focused on bitcoin, blockchain and digital asset-related issues have come together to create a new business forum.

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Regulating Blockchain Would Be an Exercise in Futility

In this opinion piece, technology lawyer Cameron-Huff discusses why he believes it's too early for regulators to craft rules for blockchain tech.

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Japan's Financial Regulator to Discuss Blockchain Market Applications

Japan’s Financial Services Agency is set to discuss blockchain tech at a policy meeting early next month.

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Regulation a Doubled-Edged Sword for Blockchain Clearing and Settlement

In this opinion piece, blockchain investor William Mougayar explores how regulation could impact clearing and settlement.

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SEC Chair: Agency 'Actively Exploring' Blockchain Regulation

The chair of the SEC last night spoke out publicly on the Federal regulatory agency's current and future plans for potential blockchain controls.

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Bank of Canada Researcher: Bitcoin Monetary Standard Would Fail

A research consultant for Canada's central bank has published a paper that envisions a world with a monetary standard based on bitcoin.

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