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EU, US Lawmakers Tout 'Sandbox' Approach for Blockchain Development
Lawmakers at CoinDesk's Consensus 2018 conference today argued that regulatory "sandboxes" may offer the best approach for blockchain innovation.
US Regulators Need to Move Faster on Crypto, Consensus Panelists Say
Early industry investors argued that US regulators must provide clarity in order for investors to capitalize on blockchain opportunities.
Congressional Candidate Vows to Gauge Voter Sentiment With Blockchain
Brian Forde, who is running for the California's 45th district seat in the U.S. House, is pitching himself as the crypto candidate.
Justice Department Veteran Backs Bitcoin Crime-Fighting Tool
A former U.S. Department of Justice section head has been hired to help drive sales of Bitfury's Crystal, a blockchain tracking product.
White Shoe to Wild West: Lawyers to Launch Blockchain-Only Law Firm
A former Digital Asset executive and a long-time securities lawyer have started a new law firm that will focus exclusively on blockchain clients.
Crypto Investment Schemes Hit With Cease-and-Desists in Texas
A Texas regulator has issued cease-and-desist orders against two cryptocurrency schemes that it alleges are selling unregistered securities.
Crypto Probe 'Continues' Despite New York AG's Resignation
Following Eric Schneiderman's abrupt resignation, the New York Attorney General's Office's "work continues," according to a spokesperson.
Investor Sues Ripple Alleging 'XRP Is a Security'
An investor is suing Ripple Labs, claiming that XRP is a security pertaining to the startup.
Arizona Lawmakers Strip Crypto Mentions From Tax Payments Bill
Arizona Senate Bill 1091 has been passed by the House and Senate - but no longer mentions cryptocurrencies anywhere.
These ICO Investors Are Getting Their Money Back – And It's Not Clear Why
Seattle-based Dragonchain appears to be catching up with the rest of the blockchain industry as it pivots to cautiousness over U.S. regulation.
