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US States Issue Warnings Over Cryptocurrency Investments

The American states of Idaho and Alaska have both issued warnings over investments involving cryptocurrencies.

A company seeking to create the world's first decentralized hedge fund has been hit with a class action alleging a fraudulent issuance of securities.

By Aaron StanleyDec 20, 2017

Cryptocurrencies have proven to be a unique challenge for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the agency's chairman has said.

By Nikhilesh DeDec 12, 2017

The Central Washington region of the U.S. has reported surging demand from bitcoin miners for its cheap hydropower as price gains continue.

A Detroit resident was sentenced Monday to 366 days in jail for operating an unlicensed money services business involving bitcoin.

By Nikhilesh DeDec 5, 2017

The Trump administration has said it is keeping an eye on cryptocurrencies like bitcoin in the wake of its recent explosive price jumps.

An obscure provision tucked into a U.S. defense spending bill could act as a springboard for blockchain adoption across government agencies.

By Aaron StanleyNov 23, 2017

The U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, Steven Mnuchin, has said his department is looking into the illegal uses of cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin.

A research lab within the U.S. Department of Energy has revealed it is exploring the application of blockchain in next-generation power grids.

By Stan HigginsOct 31, 2017

The convoluted and heavily regulated U.S. healthcare system is sending blockchain startups packing, with the hopes of demonstating their tech abroad.

By Aaron StanleyOct 8, 2017

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