Regulation

Making Sense of Blockchain Governance Applications
Ledger Labs' Josh Stark seeks to provide a high-level framework for understanding the potential of nascent blockchain governance applications.

The IRS is Seeking Data on Coinbase's Bitcoin Customers
The IRS is seeking user records from Coinbase as part of a taxpayer investigation.

Japan's Central Bank Believes Blockchain Could Create Tax Issues
A senior official for Japan's central bank had words of caution for distributed ledgers.

The Swiss Government is Paving the Way for Crypto Banks
Regulators in Switzerland are moving quickly to create regulation that accommodates digital currency and blockchain startups.

South Korea is Debating New Bitcoin Exchange Rules
Financial regulators in South Korea are looking to introduce new regulations for digital currency exchanges by early next year.

Dubai Legislators to Discuss Bitcoin Regulation
Dubai’s government is laying the groundwork for developing legislation around bitcoin and digital currencies.

How the SEC's Blockchain Lead is Defining Future Regulation
CoinDesk spotlights ongoing efforts inside the top securities regulator in the US to better understand – and adapt to – advances in blockchain tech.

IBM Unveils Blockchain Project For KYC Compliance
IBM's Bluemix Garage in Singapore has unveiled a new blockchain project built in collaboration with a local startup.

Blockchain Won't Just Change Regulation, it Could Reshape the SEC
SEC commissioner's departure are just part of the remaking of regulation thanks to Donald Trump and blockchain.

Former SEC Commissioner Dan Gallagher Joins Symbiont Board
A former commissioner for the Securities and Exchange Commission has joined the board of directors for smart contract startup Symbiont.
