Legislation
Montana Passes Bill to Exempt Utility Tokens From Securities Laws
"Big Sky Country" has gone crypto friendly, with new legislation exempting utility tokens from securities laws.
Bahamas Securities Regulator Proposes Rules for Token Sales
The Securities Commission of the Bahamas is pushing for a new token framework to draw blockchain businesses to the island nation.
Japan to Tighten Rules on Cryptocurrency Margin Trading
Japan is lowering the limits for cryptocurrency margin trading from next year, and will also mandate registration of platforms offering the service.
Colorado Lawmakers Seek Exploration of Blockchain Use in Agriculture
Lawmakers in the U.S. state of Colorado are eyeing a role for blockchain technology in the agricultural industry.
Republican Leader McCarthy Proposes Blockchain Transparency in Government
Republican leader Kevin McCarthy has called for an exploration to see if blockchain can make the U.S. government more efficient and transparent.
Connecticut Lawmakers Seek to Legalize Blockchain Smart Contracts
The Commerce Committee of the U.S. state of Connecticut has filed a new bill that would authorize the commercial use of blockchain smart contracts.
Colorado Lawmakers Eye Blockchain Tech for Water Rights Management
Lawmakers in Colorado want the state to study the potential of blockchain technology in water rights management.
US State Moves to Exempt Some Blockchain Tokens from Securities Rules
Rhode Island lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill to exempt blockchain tokens with a "consumptive purpose" from securities laws.
US Advocacy Group Calls for National Action Plan on Blockchain
The Chamber of Digital Commerce has called for the U.S. government to implement a national strategy for blockchain technology.
Wyoming Lawmakers Pass Three Bills in Boost for State's Crypto Industry
The U.S. state of Wyoming has passed several bills aimed to make the state a top destination for cryptocurrency and blockchain businesses.
