Legal
US Judge Rules ICO Frauds Fall Under Securities Law
A federal judge has ruled that a criminal case against an alleged ICO fraudster will proceed to trial, saying existing securities laws apply.
Gemini Launches NYDFS-Regulated Crypto Pegged to the Dollar
Crypto exchange Gemini is set to issue a dollar-backed, NYDFS-approved stablecoin – the second to launch in New York today.
SEC Suspends Exchange-Traded Bitcoin and Ether Investment Vehicles
A highly touted investment instrument that sought to appeal to U.S. investors looking for cryptocurrency exposure has just seen a setback.
The Big Legal Issue Blockchain Developers Rarely Discuss
If blockchain projects seek adoption by enterprises, their open-source license will have a material impact on the rate of adoption, say legal experts.
China's Supreme Court Recognizes Blockchain Evidence as Legally Binding
Blockchain can now be legally used to authenticate evidence in legal disputes in China, according to a ruling from the country's Supreme Court.
Uzbekistan Looks to Lure Crypto Exchanges With New Tax Benefits
Uzbekistan's government is looking to attract crypto exchanges with a number of tax and regulatory benefits, according to a presidential order.
Chinese City Is Using Blockchain to Track Convicts on Parole
Convicts on parole in the southern Chinese city of Zhongshan can now find themselves being tracked over a blockchain network.
Think Tank Report Argues for Standardized Crypto Rules Within EU
A Brussels-based think tank believes the EU should enforce standardized regulations on cryptocurrencies for each member nation.
EU Lawmakers Weigh 'Standard' for ICOs Under Crowdfunding Rules
Members of the European Parliament convened with experts on Tuesday to discuss a proposal for standardizing ICO rules around the EU.
Ripple Scores Small Win Against Investors Claiming XRP Is a Security
Ripple saw a victory Wednesday as a lawsuit against it received a "complex" designation, meaning it will be coordinated with another case.
