Legal
R3 Center to Train Next Generation of DLT Lawyers
Distributed ledger software provider R3 has formed a blockchain education group designed to prepare lawyers for large-scale enterprise adoption.
California Bill Would Legally Recognize Blockchain Data
A new bill introduced to the California Assembly seeks the legal recognition of blockchain data and smart contracts.
Israel Confirms It Will Tax Bitcoin as Property
Israel has confirmed that it will treat cryptocurrencies as taxable assets in a new circular published on Monday.
Australian Watchdog Received 1,200 Crypto Scam Complaints in 2017
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission reportedly received over 1,200 complaints about cryptocurrency scams last year.
FCC: Bitcoin Miner Interfered With T-Mobile Network
The Federal Communications Commission says a crypto mining rig has caused interference with T-Mobile's LTE network in Brooklyn, New York.
Crypto Regulation? Not Anytime Soon, Says White House Official
The White House cybersecurity coordinator said crypto regulation is still far from becoming a reality.
SEC Suspends 3 Companies Claiming Crypto Connection
The SEC has temporarily halted trading of three companies after comments they made about cryptocurrency and blockchain-related business moves.
Japan's Finance Watchdog to Inspect 15 Unlicensed Crypto Exchanges
The Japanese government said today that inspections will take place at 15 unlicensed cryptocurrency exchanges in light of a recent major hack.
Spanish Government Eyes Tax Benefits for Crypto Companies
Spain's ruling political party is reportedly drafting legislation that it hopes will help woo cryptocurrency and blockchain companies to the country.
CFTC Chief: US Should Tread Lightly on Crypto Exchanges
The head of the CFTC told lawmakers Thursday that any federal approach to crypto regulation should be "carefully tailored" to the risks involved.
