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33 Cases: Cryptocurrency Fraud Is on the Rise in Japan
Japanese law enforcement officials have released new figures about cryptocurrency-related fraud during 2017.
US Lawmakers Seek Tax Exemption for Bitcoin Transactions Below $600
A new bill has been introduced in the US Congress that would create a tax exemption for some purchases made with cryptocurrency.
'Roaches': SEC Chief Speaks Out Against Malicious ICOs
An official with the US Securities and Exchange Commission addressed ICOs in off-the-cuff remarks at an event this week.
ICO Ban? Canada's Regulators Are Giving One Token Sale a Big Break
An ICO startup has been accepted into Quebec's regulatory sandbox, demonstrating how regulators there want to accommodate the burgeoning industry.
BTC-e Is Back Online, But Refund Efforts Are Anything But Smooth
BTC-e launched a refund option this weekend, but tech problems and scam attempts have complicated the situation.
Report: Canadian Finance Watchdog Has Concerns Over Blockchain Anonymity
Canada's financial intelligence agency has concerns over the anonymity of blockchain technologies, a report says.
Russia's Central Bank Issues Warning on Cryptocurrencies and ICOs
The Bank of Russia, the country's central bank, has issued a new statement on the risks of cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings.
China's ICO Ban: A Full Translation of Regulator Remarks
CoinDesk provides a translation of yesterday's ruling from China's regulators on the legality of fundraising via blockchain tokens.
Hong Kong Regulator Warns ICO Tokens May Be Securities
The Hong Kong securities regulator, the SFC, has announced that tokens issued via initial coin offerings may be classified as securities.
Legitimate? IRS Defends Coinbase Customer Investigation in Court Filing
The IRS has submitted new arguments in its tax investigation dispute with cryptocurrency exchange startup Coinbase.
