Legal

Venezuela's Planned Petro Cryptocurrency 'Illegal,' Says Congress
Venezuela's opposition-run congress has declared that a planned new oil-backed cryptocurrency called the petro is illegal.

Bitcoin ETF Proposals Withdrawn After SEC Pushback
Several firms seeking to list exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to bitcoin have withdrawn their filings at the request of officials from the SEC.

Nebraska Lawmaker Files 3 Blockchain Bills
A lawmaker in Nebraska has filed a trio of bills focused on blockchain and cryptocurrencies.

Malaysia Securities Watchdog Issues ICO Cease-And-Desist
Malaysia's securities market watchdog has issued a cease-and-desist to a startup ahead of its planned initial coin offering (ICO).

SEC Suspends Trading of Hong Kong Blockchain Firm's Stock
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has halted trading of a Hong Kong-based firm UBI Blockchain.

Delaware State's Blockchain Lead is Leaving for New Pursuits
The founding director of the government-backed Delaware Blockchain Initiative has departed for a consultancy based in the state.

Indian Lawyer Files Petition Demanding Cryptocurrency Regulations
An Indian lawyer has filed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking to force action on the regulation of cryptocurrencies in the country.

I Love Bitcoin. That's Why I Sue Exchanges
The lawyer who's filed more crypto class actions than any other speaks out on his outlook on the blockchain industry.

A Legal Renaissance, Blockchain Style
Last year, lawyers and law firms finally got over themselves and worked together in the blockchain space. In 2018, such teamwork will be critical.

Indian Bitcoin Exchanges Seek Clarification Over Tax Liabilities
Indian bitcoin exchanges are raising questions over the applicability of goods and service tax (GST) to their operations.

