SEC

SEC Suspends OTC-Traded Emerging Markets Investor Over ICO Concerns
The SEC has moved to suspend the trading of shares in a Texas-based company over suspicions about its planned initial coin offering.

From ICOs to DCOs: The Dawn of Cleared Crypto Derivatives
What is the likely impact of cryptocurrency derivatives? Three lawyers speculate on the possible innovations to come.

A 'Howey Test' for Blockchain? Why the SEC's ICO Guidance Isn't Enough
The SEC may have finally published guidance on ICOs, but the vague concepts may not be enough for a new breed of financial professional.

Broker-Dealer Renews Call for ICO Rules After SEC Release
The SEC has released new guidance on digital tokens and ICOs – but one industry stakeholder wants the agency to go a step further.

Marketplace Lender Blackmoon to Launch Ethereum Token Management Platform
Russian fintech firm Blackmoon is launching an ethereum platform for managing tokenized funds.

Singapore Central Bank: Token Sales May Be Subject to Securities Laws
Singapore's central bank has released new guidance on blockchain tokens and ICOs, adopting a similar stance to that taken by the SEC last week.

More Welcome Than Warning? The DAO Ruling Could Transform Securities
CoinDesk's Noelle Acheson looks at how the recent warning by the SEC could end up changing the regulated securities market.

The DAO Report: Understanding the Risk of SEC Enforcement
A legal expert discusses the potential impact of a new SEC report on the use of blockchain-based tokens for fundraising.

No Panic: Cooler Heads Prevail as SEC Casts Shadow on Cooley ICO Event
An event focused on initial coin offerings saw optimism despite SEC guidance that signaled a new era for the novel funding method.

Investor Tim Draper Calls on SEC to 'Grandfather' ICOs Into Compliance
Investor Tim Draper penned an open letter to the SEC today asking for the agency to carve-out exemptions for certain ICOs.

