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The New Pachinko? Exploring the Economics of Initial Coin Offerings
Why token sales are like the Japanese game of pachinko, and what that means for the future of the novel fundraising method.

10 Reasons Why Central Banks Will Miss the Cryptocurrency Renaissance
A former central banker outlines 10 reasons why he believes his former employer (and other banks like it) will fail to adapt to cryptocurrency.

SEC Statements Spur ShapeShift to Review Cryptocurrency Listings
Cryptocurrency exchange service is reviewing its listings in light of recent statements on initial coin offerings (ICOs) from the SEC.

Australia Weighs Jail Time for Cryptocurrency Exchange Offenders
New details have emerged about Australia's cryptocurrency exchange bill.

Australia Takes Aim at Cryptocurrencies With New Money Laundering Bill
Australia is moving to introduce a new bill that would extend the country's anti-money laundering laws to cover domestic cryptocurrency exchanges.

'Boiler Room' Crypto Scam Targeted by London Police
British police arrested an individual last week for allegedly fleecing would-be investors via a fake cryptocurrency investment scheme.

$45 Million: Ukrainian Lawmakers Reveal Big Bitcoin Holdings
Three lawmakers in Ukraine have more than $45 million worth of bitcoin, recent disclosures reveal.

Prosecutors: Rogue Silk Road Agent Stole 1,600 BTC After 2015 Guilty Plea
New charges have been filed against a former Secret Service agent previously plead guilty stealing bitcoins during the Silk Road investigation.

Bitcoin Bill Delayed as Russian Lawmakers Seek 'Optimal Solution'
A working group within Russia's state legislature is further delaying work on a cryptocurrency legalization bill.

Josh Garza's Sentencing Could Be Pushed Back to Next Year
Convicted cryptocurrency executive Josh Garza may see his sentencing for wire fraud postponed until next year, court records show.

