Regulation

Would Israel's ICO Tax Plan Retain Startups or Scare Them Off?
While some say the guidelines proposed by Israel's tax authority would legitimize token sales, others balk at the notion of taxing them at all.

EU Commissioner to Host 'High Level' Crypto Roundtable
A European Union commissioner plans to hold a meeting of public and private sector stakeholders to discuss the impact of cryptocurrencies.

Malta Finance Watchdog Pushes Ahead With Crypto Fund Rules
The Malta Financial Services Authority published the feedback it received on its proposed rules for cryptocurrency investment schemes.

What's a Former CIA Lawyer Doing in Crypto?
After decades at a white-shoe law firm, Russell Bruemmer is now advising blockchain startup Applied Philosophy Labs on token sales and governance.

South Korea Reveals Deadline for Anonymous Crypto Trading Halt
South Korea's financial watchdog has set a date for the introduction of a new rule barring anonymous virtual cryptocurrency trading accounts.

US Senators Blast Venezuela's Oil-Backed Cryptocurrency Plan
U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R.-Fl) and Robert Menendez (D.-NJ) have denounced Venezuela's planned cryptocurrency in a new letter.

SEC 'Looking Closely' at Public Company Blockchain Pivots, Says Chairman
The SEC is investigating companies that have made recent waves in markets with their public pivots toward blockchain.

China Moves to Crack Down on Digital Currency Pyramid Schemes
China's public security ministry says it will take aim at pyramid schemes in the country, including those that purportedly involve cryptocurrencies.

Korean Crypto Exchange Korbit Halting Deposits from Non-Citizens
South Korea's Korbit exchange has informed users that non-citizens will soon not be able to deposit Korean won for trading.

IMF Calls for International Cooperation on Crypto
The IMF has voiced concerns over the risks involved with cryptocurrencies and has called for global talks and cooperation.
