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Spooked By SEC, Video Streaming ICO Halts Airdrop

Stream had a plan to launch its product, sell its tokens to investors and give away 500 million more. That's all on hold now, as SEC action looms.

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KODAKCoin Backers Warn SEC Could Restrict Token Trading

A new "light paper" says the token could face "significant restrictions" should the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) deem it a security.

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Compliant ICOs? Bitcoin OGs Launch Token Sale Service

TokenSoft is today launching its white-label ICO solution with built-in regulatory frameworks that flexibly cater for different nations' rules.

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Crypto's Biggest ICOs Stay Silent on SEC Subpoenas

ICO issuers that have raised $50 million or more in token sales are being tightlipped when it comes to inquiries about SEC subpoenas.

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Ex-CFTC Chief: Even Republicans Are Pushing for Crypto Regulation

The former head of the CFTC is speaking out about what he sees as the broad interest U.S. politicians have in regulating the crypto markets.

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SEC Chair Says 'We Are Watching' As Companies Launch ICOs

SEC chairman Jay Clayton explained why token sales qualify as securities offerings in an interview with Fox Business.

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Bitconnect Promoter Claims FBI Investigating Defunct Crypto Scheme

Bitconnect promoter Trevon James confirmed Monday that he is speaking with an FBI agent over his involvement with the defunct investment scheme.

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FinCEN: Money Transmitter Rules Apply to ICOs

According to a letter released today, FinCEN believes that companies launching token sales qualify as money transmitters, and must register as such.

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What If the SEC Is Going After the SAFT?

Rumors are swirling that the SEC is targeting a notable startup structure for tokens, but no one knows for sure what would happen if it did.

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TechCrunch Founder's Crypto Fund Subpoenaed By SEC

Michael Arrington's crypto-fund has reportedly been subpoenaed by the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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