Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

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

Trump Official Argues for ‘Sweet Spot’ in Crypto Regulation

The U.S. government needs to develop reasonable regulations around the nascent cryptocurrency space, said OMB director Mick Mulvaney.

Policy & regulation  ·  20 June 2018
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 Now Accepting Complaints Against Bitcoin Businesses

The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau will now receive consumer complaints against bitcoin businesses.

Policy & regulation  ·  11 August 2014
Regulation

US Consumer Protection Agency Asked to Boost Bitcoin Oversight

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has been asked to take a more active role in digital currency oversight.

Policy & regulation  ·  26 June 2014