Regulation
UN Agency Launches Cryptocurrency Cybercrime Training
The United Nations agency dedicated to fighting drug trafficking and organized crime has developed a new cryptocurrency training program.
France's Government is Beginning a Blockchain Research Effort
The French government has convened a new working group focused on blockchain.
Hungary's Central Bank Organizes Task Force Against OneCoin
Hungary's government has set its sights on OneCoin, a digital currency investment scheme widely believed to be fraudulent.
Fed's Kashkari Says Blockchain 'Has More Potential' Than Bitcoin
The president of the Federal Reserve of Minneapolis took aim at bitcoin today, criticizing the ease at which new cryptocurrencies can be created.
Vermont Lawmakers Eye Jobs, Tax Revenue in Blockchain Push
Vermont is close to approving a study of how blockchain could help the state attract jobs – and the tax revenue that comes with them.
Hong Kong 'Needs to Commit to DLT', Advisory Group Says
Hong Kong’s government should lead the way on blockchain, a financial services advisory group said today.
ECB DLT Lead: Central Banks Won't Compete on Blockchain Tech
CoinDesk's new one-on-one interview with the DLT lead at the European Central Bank explores the institution's current engagement on the tech.
Delaware Introduces Bill to Legally Recognize Blockchain Stocks
A US state has introduced a long-awaited bill that would legally recognize blockchain-based business records.
Vermont Law Adds Bitcoin as 'Permissible Investment' for MSBs
Vermont has passed a new bill that tweaks state law to account for digital currencies.
Blockchain Regulations Likely By 2019, Russian Ministry Says
Russia's government is said to be moving ahead with plans to introduce rules for blockchain use by 2020.
