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Australian Central Bank: Regulating Blockchain Protocols 'Unlikely to Be Effective'
Cryptocurrencies don't pose "any pressing regulatory issues" for the Australian central bank's policies for payments.
Lebanon's Central Bank Governor Disses Bitcoin at Digital Currency Launch
The central bank of Lebanon is talking openly about digital currency – but it's making clear that bitcoin isn't welcome in the discussion.
UK Treasury: Cryptocurrencies Pose Low Terrorist Financing Risk
The British Treasury has stated in a report that cryptocurrencies like bitcoin pose "low risk" for terrorist financing and money laundering.
Kansas Commission: Political Candidates Cannot Accept Bitcoin
The Kansas Governmental Ethics Commission issued guidance Wednesday stating that candidates for office cannot accept bitcoin as a contribution.
French Regulator Launches 'UNICORN' ICO Support Project
France's top finance regulator is moving to support early-stage ICOs as it develops new rules around the tech.
Bitcoin Is a Commodity Not a Currency, Says South Korean Central Bank Chief
The head of South Korea's central bank has ruled out classifying bitcoin as a currency, according to a new report.
Tezos Founders on ICO Controversy: 'This Will Blow Over'
In their first public appearance since Tezos' governance issues made headlines, Kathleen and Arthur Breitman projected confidence in the ICO project.
Malta Proposes Rules for Cryptocurrency Investment Funds
Malta's government has proposed new rules for investment funds that plan to invest in cryptocurrencies.
Vladimir Putin Mandates New Rules for Cryptocurrencies and ICOs
Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued 5 new decrees related to cryptocurrency, including planned rules around ICOs.
Canada Court Holds ICO Organizer in Contempt
A Canadian court ruled against the organizer of an ICO after it was alleged that they repeatedly violated orders to cease soliciting investors.
