Legal
Could Donald Trump Ban Bitcoin?
He can try, argues Noelle Acheson – but the risk he might succeed is outweighed by the benefits of the heightened conversation.
New Jersey Takes Online Market to Court Over 2018 Crypto Token Sale
The U.S. state of New Jersey is taking legal action over alleged securities violations by blockchain rental marketplace Pocketinns.
Facebook's Libra Should Be Regulated Like a Security, Says Former CFTC Chair
Former CFTC Chairman Gary Gensler believes Facebook's Libra looks – and should be regulated like – a security.
What to Expect When Congress Grills Facebook on Cryptocurrency
The Congressional hearings on Facebook's Libra are likely to focus more on the company's privacy failings than broad crypto policy questions.
Blockchain Association Takes Over Kik's 'Defend Crypto' Crowdfunding Effort
The Blockchain Association will now oversee Kik's "Defend Crypto" campaign, with the added goal of helping other startups fight legal cases.
US Lawmakers Question Terrorist Use of Facebook Cryptocurrency
U.S. lawmakers questioned FinCEN director Kenneth Blanco about potential terrorist use of Facebook's libra cryptocurrency.
Galaxy Digital Leads $5.5 Million Round for Contract Management Startup
Crypto merchant bank Galaxy Digital has led a $5.5 million Series A for Clause, a digital contract management startup that uses blockchain tech.
Mt Gox Founder Hit With Lawsuit Over Alleged Fraudulent Misrepresentation
Mt. Gox founder Jed McCaleb has been accused in court of hiding issues at the now-collapsed exchange before selling it to Mark Karpeles.
Second US Congressional Hearing Is Scheduled on Facebook's Libra Crypto
The U.S. House Financial Services Committee has scheduled a hearing on Facebook's libra cryptocurrency for July 17, one day after the Senate holds its hearing.
Regulators Debate Cryptocurrency Legislation Ahead of G20 Summit
The new rules for crypto businesses will be released in June 21 but many regulators are already worried about the repercussions.
