Regulation
Australia to Lead International Blockchain Standards Effort
A major standards body has created a technical committee for blockchain and put Australia in charge of the effort.
Can Blockchain Help America’s Veterans? One Lawmaker Thinks So
A US congressman has proposed that the country’s administration for veterans affairs use blockchain to track medical appointments.
Blockchain Support Bill Passes Vote in US Congress
The House of Representatives has passed a resolution calling for a national technology policy which includes language for digital currencies.
EU's Top Cop Launches Digital Currency Working Group
Europol, the European Union’s top law enforcement agency has co-founded a new working group dedicated to digital currencies.
Bank of England to Accelerate Blockchain Work
A senior Bank of England official says the central bank's fintech accelerator is looking for new blockchain opportunities.
Italy Wants to Tax Speculative Bitcoin Use
New documents show bitcoin is being treated as a form of currency by Italy's tax top office.
Exchange Group: EU Blockchain Rules Shouldn't Disrupt Financial Order
A major exchange industry trade group has joined an EU-level debate on blockchain regulation.
Florida Senator Drafting Bill That Could Recognize Bitcoin as Money
A Florida state senator is drafting legislation that could see bitcoin recognized as a form of money in the US state.
EU Parliament Rep Seeks €1 Million for Blockchain Research
A member of the European Parliament is proposing $1.1m be spent on a task force focused on studying digital currencies and blockchain.
Singapore Central Bank Proposes New Rules for Bitcoin Startups
Singapore's central bank has proposed a new regulatory framework for payments that could cover digital currency exchanges.
