BitLicense

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Adam Draper: New York’s BitLicense Will Hurt Startup Incubators

Boost VC CEO Adam Draper has launched a petition seeking a number of changes to New York’s proposed BitLicense framework.

Policy & regulation  ·  8 April 2015
Regulation

Bitcoin Advocates Back Petition for BitLicense Safe Harbor Provision

More than 70 digital currency industry businesses and execs are backing a petition meant to ease onerous components of New York's BitLicense.

Policy & regulation  ·  1 April 2015
Regulation

Fred Wilson on the Proposed Bitlicense Regulations

VC Fred Wilson shares his thoughts on New York State's revised Bitlicense regulations and the impact they may have on companies in the sector.

Policy & regulation  ·  28 March 2015
Regulation

30-Day Comment Period for BitLicense Revision Begins Today

The 30-day comment period during which the public can submit comment on the latest draft of New York’s BitLicense proposal begins today.

Policy & regulation  ·  25 February 2015
Regulation

Vermont Finance Commissioner: We Don’t Need a BitLicense

Commissioner Susan Donegan speaks to CoinDesk about her states policies on digital currency, and why she believes Vermont doesn't need a BitLicense.

Policy & regulation  ·  19 February 2015
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BitLicense 2.0: What The Latest Revisions Mean for Bitcoin Businesses

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP attorney Marco Santori breaks down the latest BitLicense revision and what it means for bitcoin businesses.

Policy & regulation  ·  14 February 2015
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Industry: BitLicense Revision Leaves Room for Continued Debate

CoinDesk speaks to members of the bitcoin community to assess their reaction to New York's latest BitLicense proposal.

Policy & regulation  ·  6 February 2015
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Breaking Down New York’s Latest BitLicense Revision

The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) released the latest draft version of of its BitLicense proposal.

Policy & regulation  ·  4 February 2015
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New York State Releases Revised BitLicense Proposal

The New York State Department of Financial Services has released a revised version of its BitLicense proposal.

Policy & regulation  ·  4 February 2015
Regulation

Lawsky Outlines Revisions to New York’s BitLicense in DC Speech

Ben Lawsky announced the latest revisions to the proposed New York BitLicense at a panel event in Washington.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 December 2014
Regulation

Western Union BitLicense Response is Pro-Bitcoin, Legal Experts Say

Western Union's BitLicense comment suggests it may be seeking to learn how it could adapt its services in the face of competition from bitcoin.

Policy & regulation  ·  13 December 2014
Regulation

Evolution, Not Revolution: How to Sell Bitcoin to Regulators

Promoting bitcoin as a revolution is not likely to bring advantageous regulation – informed dialogue is the way to go, says Amor Sexton.

Policy & regulation  ·  6 December 2014
Regulation

Proposed US Law Calls For Five-Year Moratorium on Bitcoin Regulation

The Cryptocurrency Protocol Protection and Moratorium Act seeks to place a moratorium on federal and state-level regulation for five years.

Policy & regulation  ·  4 December 2014
Regulation

Amazon, Walmart and Western Union BitLicense Comments Revealed

The NYDFS has published all public comments on the BitLicense, revealing concerns from Amazon, Walmart and Western Union.

Policy & regulation  ·  3 December 2014
Regulation

Lawsky: BitLicense May Exempt Non-Financial Blockchain Projects

New York's BitLicense proposal will not cover non-financial blockchain technology projects, according to NYDFS superintendent Benjamin Lawsky.

Policy & regulation  ·  4 November 2014