Legal
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.
A 'Howey Test' for Blockchain? Why the SEC's ICO Guidance Isn't Enough
The SEC may have finally published guidance on ICOs, but the vague concepts may not be enough for a new breed of financial professional.
OTC Trade Group: Blockchain Smart Contracts Could Spark Interpretation Challenges
Smart contracts may only see limited real-world applications in the near future, according to a new research paper.
Troubled BTC-e Exchange Claims Control of Databases and Bitcoin Wallets
An online forum account tied to the cryptocurrency exchange BTC-e has issued a new statement, claiming to be in control of databases and user wallets.
Patent Reveals Nasdaq Planning Blockchain-Powered Data System
Nasdaq is seeking to patent a system for securely distributing time-sensitive information by way of a blockchain, records show.
Indian Securities Regulator Reveals Plans to Study Blockchain
India's securities markets watchdog has announced that it will explore blockchain for potential applications to its regulatory oversight processes.
Think Tank Attacks IRS Subpoena in Coinbase Tax Dispute
Opposition to the IRS effort to obtain user information from cryptocurrency exchange startup Coinbase is growing.
Broker-Dealer Renews Call for ICO Rules After SEC Release
The SEC has released new guidance on digital tokens and ICOs – but one industry stakeholder wants the agency to go a step further.
Swedish Police to Seek EU Funds for Cryptocurrency Research
National police forces in Europe are seeking new cash for research on how to tackle cybercrimes involving digital currency.
Quoine Exchange Sued Over Multimillion-Dollar Bitcoin Trade Reversal
Cryptocurrency market maker B2C2 is reportedly suing the exchange over major bitcoin trades it alleges were unfairly reversed.
