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A Ray of Hope for Utility Tokens

Wyoming’s utility token bill, if enacted, is likely to be influential beyond its borders, as a model for other states and for the federal government.

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A Token to Regulate All Tokens? Messari to Raise ICO

The entrepreneur behind Messari shares his vision for how the crypto industry could self-regulate ICOs and forestall a regulatory apocalypse.

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Why It's Time Regulators Put Crypto on Notice

In the rapidly-evolving world of cryptocurrency, the SEC and CFTC are belatedly ramping up their efforts in fulfillment of their appointed duties.

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SEC Files Fraud Suit Against Crypto Bank ICO

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is charging cryptocurrency banking firm AriseBank over alleged fraud and violations of securities rules.

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SEC, CFTC Chiefs Eye Closer Crypto Scrutiny

Two U.S. financial regulators are increasing their commitment to bringing closer scrutiny to the cryptocurrency industry, according to their chiefs.

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SEC Outlines Reasons for Reluctance to List Cryptocurrency ETFs

An SEC letter states there are "significant investor protection issues" to be examined before opening up crypto-ETFs to retail investors.

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SEC Munchee Order a Recipe for Securities Violations

The SEC's recent Munchee order offers a significant insight into its views of how to analyze ICOs under securities laws, says Katherine Cooper.

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FINRA: Beware Public Stocks That Tout Cryptocurrency Connection

FINRA, a self-regulatory authority for the financial industry in the U.S., has issued a new warning about cryptocurrency-related stock fraud.

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2018 for ICOs: A Quarter-By-Quarter Outlook

This ICO insider sees the market's hot streak continuing into the new year – even though, there are some potential pitfalls along the way.

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PlexCoin Founder Gets Jail Time, Fine on Contempt Charge

U.S. and Canadian authorities appear determined to make an example of an ICO believed to have raised $15 million.

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