US & Canada

Regulation

Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang Calls for ‘Clear Guidelines’ on Crypto

U.S. presidential hopeful Andrew Yang has laid out his campaign's policy position on cryptocurrencies.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 April 2019
Exchanges

Bakkt Exchange May Be Seeking New York License for Crypto Custody: Report

The owner of the New York Stock Exchange, ICE, is reportedly eyeing a New York license for its long-delayed crypto exchange Bakkt.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 April 2019
Regulation

Startup Arca Seeks SEC Approval for US Treasury Bond-Backed Stablecoin

Arca Investment Management is seeking approval from the SEC to sell a new type of stablecoin to retail investors.

Policy & regulation  ·  16 April 2019
IRS

21 US Lawmakers Urge IRS (Again) to Clarify Crypto Tax Rules

With the U.S. deadline to file taxes days away, 21 lawmakers have again urged the IRS to provide clarity on crypto.

Policy & regulation  ·  11 April 2019
Exchanges

Bitstamp Granted BitLicense, Will Expand Crypto Services in US

Europe-based crypto exchange Bitstamp has just received New York's 19th BitLicense, allowing it to offer five crypto trading pairs in the state.

Policy & regulation  ·  9 April 2019
Crime

Canadian Court Rules Drug Dealer Must Hand Over $1.4 Million in Bitcoin

A Toronto judge has ruled that a 30-year old drug dealer must forfeit 281.41 bitcoins used in illegal activities on the dark web.

Policy & regulation  ·  4 April 2019
Regulation

SEC’s Crypto Token Framework Falls Short of Clear and Actionable Guidance

The SEC's guidance on crypto token sales, while welcome, is not quite the clarifying document the industry hoped for.

Policy & regulation  ·  4 April 2019
Legal

QuadrigaCX Crypto Exchange Could Soon Be Placed in Bankruptcy

EY, the court-appointed monitor for QuadrigaCX, is looking to move the exchange into bankruptcy.

Policy & regulation  ·  2 April 2019
Regulation

The SEC Wants to Hire a ‘Crypto Securities’ Advisor

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is looking for an attorney advisor to help develop a plan for digital and crypto securities.

Policy & regulation  ·  1 April 2019
Crime

CabbageTech CEO Indicted in New York for Defrauding Crypto Investors

The owner of a firm called CabbageTech has been arrested and charged with duping investors out of over $200,000 in cryptocurrency and cash.

Policy & regulation  ·  27 March 2019
ICOs

Crypto Lawyer Drew Hinkes Joins Firm to Help ICO Issuers Fight Back

Blockchain lawyer Andrew Hinkes has joined has joined legal services firm Carlton Fields, where he will focus on litigating cases for token sellers.

Policy & regulation  ·  22 March 2019
Legal

Creditors Committee Formed for Collapsed Crypto Exchange QuadrigaCX

A creditors' committee has been formed for users of the failed QuadrigaCX exchange, and it includes a former Mt Gox customer.

Policy & regulation  ·  20 March 2019
Regulation

Colorado Lawmakers Seek Exploration of Blockchain Use in Agriculture

Lawmakers in the U.S. state of Colorado are eyeing a role for blockchain technology in the agricultural industry.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 March 2019
Regulation

When Bakkt? Bitcoin Futures Market’s Approval Appears Stuck in Limbo

More than six months since ICE revealed its vision for Bakkt, the bitcoin futures market is still awaiting regulatory approval.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 March 2019
Exchanges

Riot Blockchain to Launch Regulated Crypto Exchange in the US

Riot Blockchain is planning to launch a regulated exchange in the U.S. to offer crypto banking and trading services.

Policy & regulation  ·  16 March 2019