Regulation
Sandboxes Aren't Enough: Blockchain Leaders Seek Regulation Relief
Even in blockchain-friendly jurisdictions, some say regulatory hurdles and old mindsets are holding back innovation and growth for the industry.
Wallet Provider Blockchain Sues Crypto Startup Days Before ICO
Blockchain is suing Paymium for launching a token sale under the blockchain.io domain name, claiming the latter is misleading investors.
The US Should Take a 'Leadership' Role on Blockchain, IBM Report Argues
A new report by IBM claims that U.S.-based blockchain developers are looking to the government for leadership on building and deploying the tech.
Regulators Land Punches, But There's a Long Fight Over Crypto Ahead
From ShapeShift's capitulation to KYC to the New York Attorney General's critical look at exchanges, officialdom is striking heavy blows. Stay tuned.
Crypto Exchange ShapeShift's CEO Says Move to Collect IDs Was 'Proactive'
Cryptocurrency exchange ShapeShift's decision to require user ID wasn't forced upon it but was a preemptive step to reduce legal risks, its CEO said.
US Congressman Drafts Bills to Aid Blockchain Development
U.S. Representative Tom Emmer plans to introduce three blockchain-focused bills to Congress in the coming weeks aimed at spurring development.
California Bans Bitcoin Donations in Political Campaigns
Candidates for public office in California may not receive donations in cryptocurrency, the state's political watchdog has ruled.
SEC Moves to Make Decision on VanEck-SolidX Bitcoin ETF Proposal
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is now weighing whether to approve the nation's first bitcoin-based exchange-traded fund.
US Lawmakers 'Strongly Urge' IRS to Update Crypto Tax Guidance
U.S. lawmakers are calling on the Internal Revenue Service to provide clear guidance on how cryptocurrency-related taxes will be calculated.
Brazil Moves to Probe Banks After Crypto Exchanges Denied Services
Brazil's antitrust watchdog is investigating major banks for potentially collaborating to prevent crypto brokerages from gaining banking services.
