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South Korea Won't Ban Crypto Trading, Says Minister
South Korea does not intend to "ban or suppress" cryptocurrency trading, the country's finance minister said today.
South Korea: Cryptos Mixed up in $600 Million Illegal Forex Trade
The South Korea government is investigating the use of cryptocurrency in illegal foreign currency exchange, according to a statement.
Hawaiian Bills Would Capture Crypto Under Money Transmission Law
Hawaiian lawmakers are aiming to address cryptocurrency, this time by update money transmission law in the state.
BitConnect Hit With Second Lawsuit Over Ponzi Allegations
Kentucky citizen Brian Page filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of each of BitConnect's former investors, alleging the company ran a Ponzi scheme.
SEC Files Fraud Suit Against Crypto Bank ICO
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is charging cryptocurrency banking firm AriseBank over alleged fraud and violations of securities rules.
Hong Kong to Educate Public on Crypto and ICOs
Hong Kong authorities have launched a public education campaign on the risks associated with ICO and cryptocurrency investment.
German Regulator Orders Crypto Exchange to Halt Brokerage Business
A German financial watchdog has ordered Crypto.exchange GmbH to immediately stop offering financial commission services.
UK Crypto Trader Forced to Hand Over Bitcoin at Gunpoint
A British man who runs a cryptocurrency trading firm was yesterday forced at gunpoint to hand over an unknown quantity of bitcoin.
Kansas Latest US State to Warn on Crypto Investment Risk
The securities commissioner of the U.S. state of Kansas has issued a warning on the risks of cryptocurrency and ICO investments.
Coincheck Must Report on Security Failures, Says Finance Watchdog
Following last week's huge hack, Japan's Financial Services Agency has said Coincheck must report on the issues and its plan for improvements.
