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Arizona's Governor Signs Latest Blockchain Bill Into Law
Arizona's governor has signed a new bill into law, enabling corporations to legally store information on a blockchain-based platform.
'Lack of Understanding' Derails Georgia's Bitcoin Tax Bill
A Georgia bill to enable tax payments through cryptocurrencies failed to get out of committee, one of the measure's sponsors said.
Washington State County Shuts Down 'Unauthorized' Crypto Miners
Washington State's Chelan County shut down three rogue cryptocurrency mining operations due to the power draw and safety risk.
What the Taxman Can Learn from Crypto
Cryptocurrency reminds us that tax and other rules need to be fluid, as inaction or inappropriate responses can halt or slow technological advances.
Liechtenstein to Avoid 'Excessive' Blockchain Regulation: Prime Minister
Liechtenstein's government is drafting blockchain legislation, but will not be heavy-handed, Prime Minister Adrian Hasler has told CoinDesk.
SEC Halts Mayweather-Endorsed ICO, Charges Founders With Fraud
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has halted the Floyd Mayweather-supported Centra Tech initial coin offering.
Taiwan Central Bank Proposes Money Laundering Rules for Bitcoin
The Central Bank of Taiwan is eyeing new rules that would bring bitcoin under the island's existing anti-money laundering regulations.
Korean Police Bust Bitcoin Miners Illegally Using Cheap Factory Power
Companies using cheap electricity to mine cryptocurrencies at industrial complexes in South Korea have reportedly been arrested by police.
Thailand Inches Closer to Cryptocurrency Taxation
Thailand is expected to enact a law soon that will mandate cryptocurrency traders for both value added tax as well as capital gain tax.
The Maddening Task of Calculating Taxes on Crypto
Calculating tax exposure is always a data-heavy business process. With regular assets, this process is simple. In cryptocurrency, it's anything but.
