Regulation
ECB Paper: Distributed Ledgers Likely to Bring 'Gradual' Change
The European Central Bank has published a working paper on blockchain tech, examining its potential role in securities markets.
European Parliament Member: Everyone Should 'Get Some Bitcoins'
European Parliament member Antanas Guoga called blockchain a "perfect technology" when advocating for a new virtual currency task force.
Unlicensed Bitcoin Exchange Operators Plead Guilty in Louisiana
A Louisiana man and his son have plead guilty to running an unlicensed bitcoin exchange, the US Department of Justice said today.
French Central Bank Urges More Research On Blockchain Impact
The French central bank has called for more investigation into distributed ledger applications as the technology catches wind in the finance world.
The Call for Blockchain Standards is Premature and Alarmist
Is it too early to be thinking about blockchain standards? Investor William Mougayar argues the answer is yes.
How to Get Blockchain Tech on Data Regulators' Radars
Technology analyst Steve Ehrlich discusses blockchain tech from the perspective of regulators tasked with ensuring global data protection.
Fed Governor Advises Regulators to Be ‘Attentive’ to Blockchain
A member of the US Federal Reserve's board of governors issued new remarks this week on the potential of blockchain technology.
San Francisco Fed Chief: Digital Currencies Could Make Crime 'Easier'
The president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco gave a speech on financial technology earlier this week.
Regulators: Federal Preemption of State Blockchain Laws Unlikely
The FDIC and three state-level regulators discussed blockchain technology at a panel today centered on the future of US regulation.
Estonian Supreme Court Rules Against Bitcoin Trader
The Estonian Supreme Court has ruled in favor of new restrictions on bitcoin trading in the wake of a lawsuit filed by a bitcoin broker.
