Legal
Malta Proposes Test to Define When ICOs Are Securities
Malta is moving closer to introducing a test that would clearly define when assets derived from initial coin offerings are securities.
'Downright Fraud': Hong Kong Securities Watchdog Warns on ICOs
The deputy head of Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission has taken a skeptical tone in statements on initial coin offerings.
Bitcoin Miner Blames Trading Crackdown in China for Shooting
Toughened bitcoin trading rules in mainland China may have led to a Taiwanese bitcoin miner being shot by gangland investors, a report suggests.
Crypto Tax Dodgers Are Tempting Fate
The ways governments tax cryptocurrency users may be unjust and due for reform, but simply ignoring the law for this reason is a dicey proposition.
A Bitcoin Rally After Tax Day? Don't Bet the Farm On It
There are several reasons to discount the contribution of tax-related selling to the Q1 bear market – and thus the chances of a post-April 17 rebound.
Credit Karma: Almost No One Is Reporting Crypto Tax Gains
Tax firm Credit Karma reported that less than 1 in 250 users reported cryptocurrency gains or losses on their tax forms.
Morocco Extradites Alleged 'Bitcoin Store' Fraudster to U.S.
Moroccan authorities have extradited a British national to the U.S. on fraud charges for running the "Bitcoin Store" exchange under false pretenses.
Bitcoin Thief Could Be Caned for $300K Robbery in Singapore
Two bitcoin brokers in Singapore were assaulted and robbed by nearly $300,000 in cash while meeting with a prospect bitcoin seller offline.
Kenya's Central Bank Chief Warns Again On Crypto Risks
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is now in line with other banks in blacklisting digital currencies and warns customers and banks dealing with it.
Bermuda Wants Crypto Regulation to Fuel 'Phenomenal' Business Growth
The Bermuda Monetary Authority has published a consultation paper that is seeking public feedback on a proposed regulation on cryptocurrencies.
