Regulation
It's Political: Why China Hates Bitcoin and Loves the Blockchain
CoinDesk advisor Michael Casey explains China’s recent moves against bitcoin exchanges and ICOs in a wider geopolitical context.
Regulated ICOs Arrive: Overstock to Open Exchange for Legal Token Trading
U.S. retail giant Overstock is making history today with the launch of the first regulated platform for the exchange of tokens classed as securities.
Bitcoin Businesses Face Bank Account Closures in Singapore
Banks in Singapore have closed the accounts of a number of cryptocurrency firms without expanation, according to a news report.
Mario Draghi: European Central Bank Has 'No Power' to Regulate Bitcoin
The president of the European Central Bank has indicated that his institution does not have the authority to regulate cryptocurrencies.
Malta's Government May Test Cryptocurrency in Regulatory 'Sandbox'
A report by the Times of Malta suggests the country's government may soon be launching a novel cryptocurrency trial.
New SEC Cyber Unit to Police ICOs and Other DLT 'Violations'
The SEC is making cryptocurrencies and distributed ledger tech a focus of a new cybercrime task force, announced today.
Ukrainian Central Banker: Bitcoin Is 'Definitely Not a Currency'
A Ukrainian official described bitcoin as a risky investment and a vehicle for fraud but downplayed any systemic concerns about the cryptocurrency.
Nigerian Central Bank Director: Cryptocurrency Wave 'Cannot Be Stopped'
A representative of the Central Bank of Nigeria opened up about his views on cryptocurrency at a technology-specific conference this week.
Gibraltar Issues ICO Advisory Amid Drive Toward Blockchain Regulation
Gibraltar's financial watchdog has said it will soon put in place new regulations aimed to bring oversight to cryptocurrency exchanges.
Japan's Bitcoin Exchanges Under Regulator Surveillance From October
Japan's Financial Services Agency will begin more closely monitoring cryptocurrency exchanges from next month.
