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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Could the Blockchain End Bureaucracy?

In this OpEd, Reform researcher Alexander Hitchcock discusses how blockchain could lead to big savings in civil services.

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Sorry Blockchain, Any Joe Schmoe Shouldn’t Be Able to Start a Bank

Safety issues with some new, disruptive business models highlight why regulations exist. Surely the same goes for firms that hold our money.

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Bank of Japan: Blockchain Could Alter Financial Services

Japan's central bank issued remarks this week that found it forecasting that blockchain could come to have a fundamental impact on finance.

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South African Central Bank 'Open' to Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

South Africa’s central bank is “open” to cryptocurrencies and blockchain, according to new statements from its governor.

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Florida Files Appeal After Charges Against Bitcoin Seller Dismissed

The state of Florida has appealed a recent court decision that saw a judge rule bitcoin isn't money.

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UK Blockchain Projects Near Regulatory Approval

UK regulators are reportedly moving forward with efforts that would find blockchain firms exiting a FinTech sandbox program.

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