Regulation
California Lawmakers Consider Barring Bitcoin from Charity Raffles
A lawmaker in California has proposed prohibiting the use of bitcoin and other digital currencies for private raffles.
EU Parliament Report Explores Blockchain's 'Substantial Impact'
The EU Parliament’s in-house research office has published a new wide-ranging report on blockchain tech.
Where Bitcoin and Banking Collide
Japan, a relatively quiet and traditionally isolated market, is about to set a precedent that could change the cryptocurrency sector.
EU Lawmakers Propose to Ban Geo-Blocking of Digital Currency Users
A new European Parliament proposal aims to prevent geo-blocking of consumers in the economic bloc, including users of digital currencies.
NH Lawmakers Advance Proposed Bitcoin MSB Exemption
A new bill in New Hampshire that would exempt users from existing MSB laws took a step forward this week.
Bank of Canada: Digital Currencies Need Regulation to Succeed
Researchers from Canada's central bank argue that private digital currencies like bitcoin won't succeed without some kind of government involvement.
North Dakota’s Bitcoin Regulation Hits Roadblock in New Hearing
A proposal to study bitcoin regulation in North Dakota has reportedly run into some opposition.
EU Commission: We Plan to Boost Support for Blockchain Projects
The executive arm of the European Union government is planning to expand its work on blockchain, an official said last week.
Will New Regulations Help or Hurt Bitcoin Startups in the Philippines?
Luis Buenaventura looks at new rules aimed at bitcoin firms in the Philippines, arguing that, cost burden aside, there's reason to be optimistic.
Why Blockchain Firms Shouldn't Ignore New EU Cybersecurity Laws
Impending EU laws, although not aimed directly at the blockchain industry, could prove impactful to its practices, says attorney Jacek Czarnecki.
