CFPB

SEC

Gensler Straddles Innovation and Enforcement in Senate Hearing

Gary Gensler was careful to strike a balance between emphasizing regulating suspicious behavior as well as encouraging new innovations.

Policy & regulation  ·  2 March 2021

US Consumer Finance Watchdog Opens Regulatory Sandbox to Blockchain

The CFPB is launching a regulatory sandbox to encourage innovation in new tech such as blockchain, acting head Mick Mulvaney announced Wednesday.

Policy & regulation  ·  19 July 2018
Bitcoin

Amid Crypto Bear Market, Attention Turns to Small-Time Investors

When it came to crypto, the focus was on retail investors – not only on protecting them but also on giving them a chance – during CB Insights' event.

Business  ·  21 June 2018
Coinbase

Report: Customer Complaints Against Coinbase Are on the Rise

Cryptocurrency startup Coinbase is receiving the lion's share of customer complaints filed with the US government, according to a new report.

Policy & regulation  ·  29 August 2017
Regulation

Just 7 People Complained to the CFPB About Bitcoin in 2016

Data shows that American consumers aren't filing many complaints with the US government's consumer watchdog.

Policy & regulation  ·  12 January 2017
Venture Capital

Raj Date-Led VC Firm Backs Align Commerce Seed Round

Fenway Summer participated in the latest funding round for cross-border blockchain payments solution provider Align Commerce.

Business  ·  29 April 2015
Regulation

CFPB Could Demand Consumer Protections for Digital Wallets

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has published a set of new proposals that could an impact cryptocurrency users.

Policy & regulation  ·  14 November 2014
Crime

CFPB Warning Ignores Bitcoin’s Consumer Protections

The leading consumer financial watchdog agency in the US lists bitcoin's risks, but ignores its many superior protections.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 August 2014
Regulation

US CFPB: We Will Continue to Monitor Bitcoin

CoinDesk speaks to the CFPB regarding its most recent warning to US bitcoin consumers.

Policy & regulation  ·  13 August 2014