Regulation

US Trade Regulator Launches Blockchain Working Group
The Federal Trade Commission has formed a working group to examine the ways in which blockchain and cryptocurrencies will affect its missions.

Second Securities Regulator Halts 'Black Cell' Token Sale
An initial coin offering has been blocked by the Securities and Futures Commission in Hong Kong soon after a similar action in the Philippines.

Chinese Stock Exchange Probes Firm's Blockchain Claim Amid Stock Rally
A public company in China is being questioned over a blockchain claim that appeared to drive a rally in its stock price.

Twitter Will Ban Cryptocurrency Ads in Two Weeks, Says Report
Following in the footsteps of Facebook and Google, Twitter is reportedly planning a ban on advertisements related to cryptocurrencies.

Plattsburgh's Crypto Mining Ban Could End Earlier Than Expected
Plattsburgh imposed an 18-month halt on new commercial cryptomining operations, but indicated it could end sooner if protections are put in place.

Carney On Eve of G20: Cryptos Don't Pose Risks to Financial Stability
A group of central bank regulators and government ministers said Sunday that cryptocurrencies don't pose a risk to global financial stability.

Arizona's Blockchain 'Node Rights' Law Is Nearing Passage
Arizona House Bill 2602, which would protect blockchain node operators from local regulations, was approved by two Senate committees.

US Trade Regulator Shuts Down Crypto Investment Scheme Promoters
A U.S. district court has issued a restraining order against four individuals accused of operating a string of cryptocurrency investment schemes.

Lithuanian Central Bank Seeks Developers for Blockchain Sandbox
The Bank of Lithuania has called for developer proposals to kick off its service-based blockchain platform called LBChain.

Crypto Featured for First Time in US Congress Economic Report
Congress' 2018 Joint Economic Report includes a chapter on cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, advocating for wider understanding of the tech.
