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Legally Binding Smart Contracts? 10 Law Firms Join Enterprise Ethereum Alliance
No, code is not law. But if the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance's new members have anything to say about it, that might someday change.
Ukraine's Central Bank Moves Closer to Cryptocurrency Regulation
The National Bank of Ukraine, the nation's central bank, is set to soon discuss how it should regulate cryptocurrencies.
Bank of America Has Filed for Over 20 Blockchain Patents Already
Bank of America is emerging as one of the most active banks when it comes to filing patents over claimed innovations in blockchain and cryptocurrency.
Nasdaq Seeks to Patent Blockchain-based Data Matching System
A new patent filing suggests global exchange operator Nasdaq has a particular interest in protecting blockchain-based order-matching technology.
SEC Suspends OTC-Traded Emerging Markets Investor Over ICO Concerns
The SEC has moved to suspend the trading of shares in a Texas-based company over suspicions about its planned initial coin offering.
Buyers Beware: Singapore Central Bank Issues ICO Warning
Singapore’s central bank has issued a new warning to investors on the risks of initial coin offerings, or token sales.
UK Police Want to Change the Law to Make Bitcoin Seizures Easier
A research office backed by a number of U.K. police groups has proposed changing the country’s laws to make seizing bitcoin holdings easier.
'Russia's Facebook' Eases Restrictions on Cryptocurrency Ads
The most popular social network in Russia is loosening restrictions on advertisements related to cryptocurrency.
India Close to Finishing Work on Cryptocurrency Rule Proposals
India's government has reportedly completed work on a report that outlines possible steps for regulating cryptocurrencies.
Lawmakers Want to See Bitcoin Become an Official Currency in Australia
Two Australian lawmakers have formed a parliamentary group to push government to better accommodate cryptocurrency and blockchain.
