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SEC Delays Decisions on 3 Bitcoin ETF Proposals

The SEC has delayed making a decision on three different bitcoin ETF proposals until Sept. 29 at the earliest.

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Kik Says SEC Lawsuit 'Twisted Facts' About Startup's $100 Million Token Sale

Kik claims the SEC took comments out of context and manipulated facts in its suit alleging the firm’s token sale violated securities laws.

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SEC Chief Who Pursued Actions Against ICOs, Kik to Resign

Robert A. Cohen pursued actions against a number ICOs and crypto exchange platforms as Cyber Unit chief. He will resign in August.

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In First, SEC Clears Blockchain Gaming Startup to Sell Ethereum Tokens

The SEC has issued a no-action letter to Pocketful of Quarters (PoQ), a gaming startup looking to issue tokens on ethereum.

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SEC Gives YouNow's Ethereum Token 'Props' Reg A+ Approval

The U.S. securities regulator has given two blockchain token-centric projects its approval this week.

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Blockstack Is Planning One of the First Reg A+ Compliant Token Offerings in the US

The token offering could be a way forward for other startups looking to raise using SEC-approved funding rules.

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SEC, FINRA Issue Explanation of Crypto Custodian Approval Delay

In a joint statement Monday, the SEC and FINRA laid out the issues they must examine before approving broker-dealer applications from crypto startups.

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Blockchain Association Takes Over Kik's 'Defend Crypto' Crowdfunding Effort

The Blockchain Association will now oversee Kik's "Defend Crypto" campaign, with the added goal of helping other startups fight legal cases.

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SEC Begins Accepting Public Comments on ETF Backed by Bitcoin and T-Bills

The SEC has kicked off a public comment period for a proposed ETF backed by bitcoin and T-bills.

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Howey Schmowey – The Real Answer is to Update Securities Regulations

The SEC should focus more on fraud prevention than if an asset is a security, as fraud can be committed with securities too, argues David Weisberger.

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