Regulation
Blockchain Smart Contracts Subject to Financial Laws, Says CFTC Primer
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission says smart contracts are covered under financial rules in its new primer on the technology.
Galaxy Digital, Cumberland and More Plan New Crypto Code of Conduct
Ten crypto and financial startups are forming a new association to create standards of conduct for the blockchain space.
Ohio Becomes First US State to Allow Taxes to Be Paid in Bitcoin
Ohio has become the first U.S. state to allow taxes to be paid in bitcoin, starting with businesses.
The SEC's Recent Rulings Are More About Exchanges Than ICOs
The SEC's focus on crypto exchanges may disrupt some business models, add compliance and paperwork costs, and perhaps trigger a sector concentration.
Gibraltar Stock Exchange Wins License for Blockchain Subsidiary
The blockchain subsidiary of the Gibraltar Stock Exchange now has official approval from the island's financial regulator.
Major Banks Sign Up for New EU Commission Blockchain App Association
The European Commission, the EU's executive body, is launching a blockchain app association next year and already has major banks on board.
There Is No 'Bitcoin': What the SEC Doesn't Get About Cryptocurrency
The SEC would like to establish jurisdiction over crypto assets but this is only appropriate where there are legally enforceable contracts between legal entities, argues Edan Yago.
Four More ICOs Hit with Cease-and-Desists by Colorado Securities Regulator
Colorado's securities watchdog has issued four more cease-and-desist orders against suspect ICOs, taking its total since May to 18.
Bitfury Adds Former SEC Commissioner to Advisory Board
Former SEC Commissioner Annette Nazareth is joining the advisory board of crypto mining firm Bitfury.
UK Could Ban Some Crypto Derivatives, Says Financial Watchdog Exec
The U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority is considering a ban on some cryptocurrency-based derivatives, a senior executive has said.
