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Consensus 2017: Advice From a Lawyer to ICOs: 'Don’t Be Stupid'
The legality of the ICO as a funding vehicle was discussed on day three of CoinDesk's annual Consensus event.
Consensus 2017: The Legality of ICOs – Past and Future
Afternoon panel sessions at day one of Consensus 2017 showcased a variety of positions on the emerging phenomenon of token sales.
Banks Offering Cryptocurrency Services? A New Reality Is Arriving
Skandiabanken customers can now link bitcoin holdings to bank accounts, a signal cryptocurrency is finding its place in the broader fintech arena.
Securities Laws Aren't the Only Rules Token Sales Have to Consider
While much of the concern over token sales has fallen on securities laws – there's another set of regulations that could be equally impactful.
The World Is Watching: Can WannaCry's Creators Cash Out Their Bitcoin Ransom?
Bitcoins amassed by those behind the huge malware attack are being watched by the authorities. Can they retrieve the funds and not get caught?
CFTC 2.0: US Regulator Unveils Plan to Step Up Blockchain R&D
The CFTC is stepping up action on fintech, a strategy that includes a new plan of action for its work on distributed ledger tech.
US National Security Advisor: Bitcoin Needs to Be Understood, Not Feared
A US think tank that advises the US government is exploring the threats bitcoin poses to national security, but also its benefits.
DC Blockchain Advocates Seek Distance From Bitcoin Amid Ransomware Wave
Blockchain advocates are trying to recast the narrative surrounding bitcoin as recent upticks in ransomware trouble Capitol Hill.
SEC Petition Calls for Blockchain Token Rules
A New York-based broker-dealer has asked the Securities and Exchange Commission to propose rules for blockchain-based assets.
World's Biggest Tech Giants Could Boost Bitcoin in Regulatory Push
Led by the large tech companies, Financial Innovation Now hopes to lobby Congress into setting up unified federal money transmission rules.
