Regulation
Bitcoin Exchange BTCC Brings Chinese Trading to a Close
BTCC, an international cryptocurrency exchange with headquarters in China, has announced it has ceased all domestic trading activities.
Case-By-Case or Cease-and-Desist? In Search Of a New Approach to ICOs
Regulators are taking positions on token sales, but CoinDesk’s Noelle Acheson argues they may be approaching the industry from the wrong direction.
How to Legitimize the ICO Market (Crypto Lawyers Take Note)
A blockchain-focused lawyer explains why his profession should play a critical role in the growth and maturation of the ICO market.
Philly Fed Chief: Bitcoin Has Little Chance of Thwarting Monetary Policy
Patrick Harker of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia has said bitcoin has yet to be tested by a real catastrophe.
SEC Charges ICO: US Agency Takes Action Against Alleged Token Scammer
The SEC charged two companies and a businessman with anti-fraud violations after he allegedly launched ICO campaigns backed by nonexistent assets.
IMF's Lagarde: Ignoring Cryptocurrencies 'May Not Be Wise'
Cryptocurrencies and their potential for growing use shouldn't be ignored, according to IMF chief Christine Lagarde.
Swiss Finance Regulator Is 'Investigating ICO Procedures'
Switzerland’s financial regulatory agency is investigating initial coin offerings to determine whether they follow banking and securities laws.
Japan Issues Licenses for 11 Bitcoin Exchanges
Japan's Financial Services Agency has issued operating licenses to 11 bitcoin exchanges, the regulator announced today.
US Bank Regulator Opens Door to National License for Bitcoin Firms
The acting U.S. Comptroller of Currency made remarks at an event yesterday that supported new cryptocurrency licensing and regulation.
South Korean Regulator Issues ICO Ban
South Korea’s financial regulator has prohibited blockchain token sales today, as well as ordering a halt to cryptocurrency margin trading.
