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Wallet Provider Blockchain Sues Crypto Startup Days Before ICO
Blockchain is suing Paymium for launching a token sale under the blockchain.io domain name, claiming the latter is misleading investors.
The US Should Take a 'Leadership' Role on Blockchain, IBM Report Argues
A new report by IBM claims that U.S.-based blockchain developers are looking to the government for leadership on building and deploying the tech.
Regulators Land Punches, But There's a Long Fight Over Crypto Ahead
From ShapeShift's capitulation to KYC to the New York Attorney General's critical look at exchanges, officialdom is striking heavy blows. Stay tuned.
US Congressman Drafts Bills to Aid Blockchain Development
U.S. Representative Tom Emmer plans to introduce three blockchain-focused bills to Congress in the coming weeks aimed at spurring development.
Reports: Taiwan Police Arrest Cody Wilson Following Assault Charges
News reports claim that Taiwan authorities have arrested Cody Wilson after he was accused of sexually assaulting a minor in the U.S.
California Bans Bitcoin Donations in Political Campaigns
Candidates for public office in California may not receive donations in cryptocurrency, the state's political watchdog has ruled.
Coinbase Disputes Claims in New York Attorney General's Exchange Report
Coinbase and other exchanges have hit back at claims of vulnerability to market manipulation in a report from the New York Attorney General's Office.
Texas Securities Watchdog Takes Action Against 3 Alleged Crypto Frauds
The Texas State Securities Board has taken emergency action against three crypto investment schemes it alleges are attempting to hoax local investors.
New York AG Report Faults Crypto Exchanges for Manipulation Risks
The NY Attorney General's Office stated that many crypto exchanges cannot monitor abusive trading activity, and referred 3 for potential violations.
Digital Assets Don't Change Reporting Needs, SEC's Top Accountant Says
The arrival of cryptos doesn't alter the need to maintain proper accounting records, the SEC's Wesley Bricker said Monday.
