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SEC Warms To Blockchain With No Action Letter to Paxos
The SEC has issued yet another ‘no action‘ letter. Was it Congressman Tom Emmers’ denunciation of the regulator, or was it simply a hat tip to the need to move forward to a more efficient future? Either way, the SEC has granted approval for equities trades to be settled using a Paxos-run blockchain. дальше »
2019-10-31 22:49
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Congressman Tom Emmer Announces Bill To Protect Crypto From The SEC
Following last week’s Congressional hearing with Mark Zuckerberg over Facebook’s Libra intentions, one lawmaker, Tom Emmer, has outlined his intention to introduce a new U. S. crypto bill that could provide token sales legal protection from SEC enforcement actions. дальше »
2019-10-30 22:28
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Approve Or I’m Outta Here: Even Zuckerberg Is Sick Of US Legislators’ Crypto Reticence
It was perhaps the last thing anyone expected of today’s testimony: Mark Zuckerberg telling the House Financial Services Committee that if they don’t approve his Libra crypto project and get with the times, Facebook will simply pull out. дальше »
2019-10-23 19:59
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Shrinking Circumference of Circle: A Tale of Lawmaker Feet-Dragging
Circle is the latest victim of SEC foot-dragging as it continues to shrink, abandoning many of its ambitions to build a holistic world-class crypto company as regulatory uncertainty continues to undermine both its model, and the asset-class as a whole. дальше »
2019-10-21 17:23
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Blockchain-Friendly Minnesota Congressman To Head Fintech Task Force
Representative Tom Emmer of Minnesota will be the ranking member of Congress on a Task Force to advance the national discussion on emerging financial technology. Emmer previously sponsored legislation such as the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act, which helped exempt certain blockchain businesses from onerous reporting and licensing requirements when they do not take control of […] The post Blockchain-Friendly Minnesota Congressman To Head Fintech Task Force appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2019-10-17 02:13
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FINRA-Licensed Broker-Dealer Welcomes Smartlands To America
It ain’t easy moving to America these days, but Smartlands is bucking border-tightening trends with its latest announcement. The UK-based project, launched in 2017 on the Stellar (XLM) network, is setting up house across the pond, following the signing of a cooperative agreement with IIP Securities. дальше »
2019-10-13 22:12
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CFTC Declares Ethereum’s Ether A Commodity
The new Chair of the CFTC – Commodity Futures Trading Commission – has declared today that Ether (ETH) is a commodity – leaving the door open to a plethora of newly regulated derivatives products on platforms like the Cboe. дальше »
2019-10-10 17:06
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$24 Million SEC Penalty: Block.one Spent More On A Domain Name
Block. one may have raised something in the order of $4 billion in its ICO, allegedly falling afoul of SEC regulations on the sale of an unregistered security: but who cares? EOS fans will be delighted to know that the dApp platform’s chief architects agreed to a settlement with the SEC today that sees them pay […] The post $24 Million SEC Penalty: Block. дальше »
2019-10-1 02:33
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Is SEC A Helicopter Parent? Crypto Mom Urges Patience With Regulators
Overprotective regulations could weaken the United States’ position in digital asset markets, according to one of the country’s leading securities officials. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, affectionately nicknamed ‘Crypto Mom,’ acknowledges that the regulator’s slow response to new technology could harm the nascent American blockchain sector. дальше »
2019-9-26 18:24
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Another Major US Company To Launch Crypto Trading Platform
Despite its wild volatility and mounting regulatory pressure in the US, another company has joined the ranks of those offering crypto trading services. SoFi Enters Crypto Arena San Francisco based student loan refinancing firm SoFi... дальше »
2019-9-26 08:33
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Binance.US Launches With Feeless Trades
Binance. US has today launched its hotly-anticipated fiat-crypto trading platform enabling American citizens to finally reaccess the services they lost earlier this month. The new compliant digital asset marketplace will offer cryptocurrency trading services to US citizens. дальше »
2019-9-23 16:00
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Crypto Regulation Vs. Innovation: Who’s Winning the Match-up?
Can regulators and crypto projects work out their differences to create safe environments for digital asset trading? Or are they destined to forever butt heads? In an ideal world, there are no winners or losers. дальше »
2019-9-18 22:08
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PwC Crypto Hedge Fund Reports Strong Appetite From American Investors
Auditing powerhouse PwC recently released a report on the 2018 performance of crypto hedge funds. Given the prolonged bear market that characterized the calendar year, it’s no surprise that many funds struggled. дальше »
2019-9-13 22:49
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Coinbase Ready To K.O. Binance With New IEO Platform
Binance is crossing the Atlantic, but Coinbase is ready for the showdown. The San Francisco-based wallet and exchange provider hopes that strong relationships with U. S. regulators will give their proposed IEO platform a competitive edge over Binance Launchpad, and any other rival. дальше »
2019-9-12 21:00
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Crypto and Cannabis: Dopplegangers Or Long-Lost Twins?
Crypto and cannabis appear to march to the same beat. Cannabis stocks tumbled last month, after a year of exuberant growth. Crypto prices suffered a prolonged 2018 winter, the hangover of which continues to plague the altcoin market. дальше »
2019-9-11 22:59
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Binance.US Will Launch ‘In Next Few Weeks’: First Crypto Exchange Details
The leading cryptocurrency exchange has revealed new details about its upcoming move to the United States. In a blog post published today, Binance announced that the new Binance. US marketplace will open to North American customers “in the coming weeks. дальше »
2019-9-7 20:43
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Andreessen Horowitz Summit: Crypto Is Like The Internet In 1992
If Andreessen Horowitz has any say in the matter, crypto regulation could be just around the corner. As unsavory as it may sound, Washington tends to be more swayed by powerful interest groups than the will of the general public. дальше »
2019-9-6 23:53
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Binance BUSD: New York Regulated Stablecoin Takes Aim At Tether
Binance USD (BUSD) – a stablecoin from the world’s largest crypto exchange – has been approved by the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), which has historically taken a hard line against cryptocurrency companies. дальше »
2019-9-6 16:55
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Who Needs Anonymity? IDEX Users Comply With New KYC Requirements
Last week marked the end of anonymous trading on IDEX, as the Ethereum-based exchange finalized the integration of KYC and AML protocols. As of last Friday, all users must have completed KYC and set-up an account in order to trade on the platform. дальше »
2019-8-27 21:25
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INX IPO Could Bring Crypto Security Tokens To Retail Investors
Here’s a riddle for you: what does Monero’s Fluffypony have in common with former Capital One Vice President Alan Silbert, as well as Charlie Lee? Besides an oversized presence on crypto Twitter, all three are listed on the paperwork for crypto’s latest three-letter fad: an IPO. дальше »
2019-8-22 21:51
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The SEC Effect: Crypto Investors Feel The Chill
Markets have taken a turn for the worse as North American investors reacted to the SEC’s latest pronouncements for future token sales. Based on their latest movements, regulators will continue to treat all token sales as likely securities for the foreseeable future. дальше »
2019-8-21 16:54
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Kin: Cryptocurrency Is How Tech Startups Can Beat Facebook
Earlier this month Kik released a 130-page filing that accused the Securities and Exchange Commission of “twist[ing] facts” in its lawsuit against the company’s 2017 Kin token sale. дальше »
2019-8-20 21:33
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How Blockchain Projects Can Succeed (And Avoid Legal Hassles) in the USA
If you started your legal career more than 30 years ago in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC’s) Enforcement Division by suing a company offering geographical dental licenses on the theory they are “investment contracts” and thus “securities” subject to registration under the federal securities laws,*[1] you learned a few things. дальше »
2019-8-17 22:16
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Bakkt Can (Finally) Launch Bitcoin Futures, One Year After First Announcement
Bakkt has finally been given the green light to launch after the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) finally approved the platform’s custodial solution. Custody and physically delivered Bitcoin futures will launch on September 23. дальше »
2019-8-16 19:02
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SEC Opens To Crypto, But Kik Still Left Out
Hester Peirce may look favorably on digital assets, but ‘Crypto Mom’ is not the only parent at the SEC. The Securities and Exchange Commission continues to regard cryptocurrencies with suspicion, particularly when it comes to ICOs and their status as investment securities. дальше »
2019-8-8 22:02
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Consolation Prize: No Cash For Equifax Victims, Accept Store Credit Instead
If your data were exposed by the Equifax breach, it may already be too late to claim your payout. Victims of the hack are unlikely to see the $125 which the company promised as part of its settlement, due to the sheer number of claimants. дальше »
2019-8-2 23:24
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Banking Expert Tells Congress: Government Reform Can Kill Bitcoin
Cryptocurrencies only exist because of failures in the traditional financial system, according to a leading banking scholar. In a hearing before the Senate Banking Committee, Mehrsa Baradaran said that financial reforms could cause cryptocurrencies to fade into obscurity, effectively killing Bitcoin (BTC). дальше »
2019-7-30 17:47
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How Much Can Congress Move Crypto Prices?
If you’ve been living under a rock for the past two weeks, you probably still heard about David Marcus’ efforts to assuage Congress on Facebook and its Libra cryptocurrency. Whether Marcus’ assurances will safeguard Libra’s long-term viability is anybody’s guess. дальше »
2019-7-26 22:53
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BitMEX Traders Withdraw $125M As CFTC Looms Closer
Crypto derivatives platform BitMEX is bleeding funds, amid worries that a CFTC probe could lead to a full-blown investigation. Data collected by TokenAnalyst show that BitMEX’s wallet balances have declined substantially since Friday. дальше »
2019-7-24 20:41
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Blockchain Ledgers Are Unlocking the Next Level of Forensics
Cryptocurrency gets a bad rap, and the media loves to associate virtual currencies with criminal activity. But an immutable ledger is actually more useful as a tool to fight crime than it is for would-be criminals, as researchers, law enforcement and criminals are learning very quickly all over the world. дальше »
2019-7-23 00:24
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BitMEX Probe: One Single American Citizen Could Make This A Whole Lot Worse
US regulators are looking into BitMEX over accusations the popular cryptocurrency derivatives platform broke strict trading laws. The probe might expand into a full-blown investigation if American citizens are found to have been victims of fraud or manipulation by the derivatives platform. дальше »
2019-7-20 16:28
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Fatuous Hypocrite: Mnuchin Says Cash Isn’t Used For Money-Laundering
Listening to Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin talk about money-laundering, cash, and Bitcoin, you come to one of two possible conclusions: Mnuchin does not know what money-laundering is, or… Mnuchin is lying about the role of cash in money-laundering to make Bitcoin look bad. дальше »
2019-7-18 22:12
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“This Is The Revolution: We Just Have To Sell It” – Congressman Schweikert On Blockchain
Facebook took a hammering this week, with the proposed Libra currency taking fire from blockchain skeptics and decentralization advocates alike. But there is one silver lining to come from this weeks’ hearings: the prospect of a global, corporate digital cryptocurrency appears to have spurred Congress into action. дальше »
2019-7-18 19:31
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Tough Crowd: Senators Compare Facebook’s Libra To Arsonists And Bond Villains
Markets are down, and so are the spirits of many cryptocurrency investors. But no matter how bad your portfolio looks, it’s probably less bruised than David Marcus, Facebook’s lead for the Libra cryptocurrency, after today’s dressing-down from U. дальше »
2019-7-17 00:09
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Crypto Leaders Head To Washington For “Blockchain Education”
Cryptocurrency is back on the congressional calendar. As Facebook prepares to enter the space, the American President is now tweeting about crypto with the same careful deliberation which he normally reserves for immigrants. дальше »
2019-7-16 17:21
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US Congressman Proposes Protection For Crypto Forks
When it comes to dealing with emerging technologies, the IRS tends to move slowly — too slowly for Congressman Tom Emmer, one of the leading advocates for digital assets on Capitol Hill. The Minnesota Republican has reintroduced legislation to provide a “safe harbor” for holders of forked cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin Cash and Bitcoin SV. дальше »
2019-7-11 20:52
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Regulators Give Thumbs Up To Non-Custodial Exchanges
Cryptocurrency exchanges are navigating uncharted waters, but new regulatory guidelines could help these businesses reach land. The two leading U. S. regulators, the SEC and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), have released a joint statement on broker-dealer obligations for digital assets, clarifying some of the rules that apply to cryptocurrency exchanges. дальше »
2019-7-10 20:26
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ShapeShift Shows A New Face: A Full, Non-Custodial Exchange
ShapeShift has had an interesting year. The last time Crypto Briefing covered them, the Denver-based company had toussled with the Wall Street Journal before introducing a soon-to-be mandatory membership program. дальше »
2019-7-9 00:48
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Why FinCEN Has The Guns Out For P2P Crypto Exchangers
In the last few months, FinCEN has started to issue some more definitive guidance in how it intends to treat businesses operating in the cryptocurrency trading and exchange space. Previously, we looked at how the regulations are affecting crypto ATMs. дальше »
2019-6-16 01:16
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CipherTrace Offers Easy AML To Bitcoin ATMs
If you’re selling Bitcoin, the U. S. Treasury would like a word from you. New guidelines from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) have labelled all Bitcoin ATMs as money transmitters, meaning that if you want to buy crypto from a machine, you’ll need to show some ID. дальше »
2019-6-13 22:37
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The SEC Strikes Back: Kik Counterpunched With Illegal Securities Charge
The SEC might have a ‘Crypto Mom,’ but this parent knows how to get tough. The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced a suit against Kik Interactive for the “illegal” sale of unregistered securities. дальше »
2019-6-4 19:59
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JPMorgan Casts A Sly Glance At Bitcoin: But Don’t Get Too Excited Yet
Not for the first time, JPMorgan & Chase is raising a stir in the crypto community. In a recent note, the bank’s strategists announced that they had calculated a fundamental valuation for Bitcoin (BTC), with a cost of production determined from the energy and resources used in the mining process, as Bloomberg reports. дальше »
2019-6-3 17:10
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Why Is The SEC So Scared Of A Bitcoin ETF?
Manipulation is not unique to crypto. It’s alive and well in stock markets, not to mention the Forex market. So why is the SEC so afraid of approving a Bitcoin ETF? And why is “manipulation” the main reason for not approving one? While the SEC has not entirely ruled out cryptocurrencies, the virtual asset class […] The post Why Is The SEC So Scared Of A Bitcoin ETF? appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2019-5-29 00:54
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Circle Warns US Cryptocurrency Laws are ‘Chilling Innovation’
Goldman Sachs-backed cryptocurrency startup Circle says lack of clarity from U. S. regulators about digital assets is hurting the country’s crypto market. Regulatory Ambiguity Hurting US Cryptocurrency Market In a blog post published on Thursday (May 23, 2019), Circle put forward its opinion about the current regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies in the U. дальше »
2019-5-24 18:00
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Tachyon Burst: LawCoin Is Bringing Security Tokens To Court
If you’ve ever had the bad luck of getting sued, you probably understand why there are so many jokes about lawyers. Between court fees and litigation costs, you’re lucky if you leave the courtroom with any money left at all. дальше »
2019-5-22 22:19
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Tachyon Burst: LawCoin Could Bring Security Tokens To Court
If you’ve ever had the bad luck of getting sued, you probably understand why there are so many jokes about lawyers. Between court fees and litigation costs, you’re lucky if you leave the courtroom with any money left at all. дальше »
2019-5-21 22:19
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Two Polymaths Make A Polymesh: Hoskinson Dives Into Security Tokens
Charles Hoskinson and Polymath (POLY) will build a new regulatory-compliant security token platform from the ground-up. The new blockchain, known as Polymesh, will be a community-driven project designed specifically for the still-nascent security token sector. дальше »
2019-5-13 18:00
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Congressman Brad Sherman Wants To Ban Crypto Because It Scares The Living Shit Out Of Him
Urgently calling on Congress to “nip this in the bud”, U. S. Congressman Bradley Sherman recently proposed a bill outlawing the purchase of cryptocurrencies in America. His reasoning, whilst intended to convince Congress of the dangers of cryptocurrency, ironically illustrates the genuine value and utility of the unstoppable technology. дальше »
2019-5-13 21:21
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Bakkt Doubt: NYSE Operator’s Hesitation May Be A Crypto Blessing
ICE, the operator of the New York Stock Exchange, has delayed the launch of Bakkt several times. The creation of a federally-regulated marketplace for digital currencies has long been regarded as a major milestone towards institutional and mainstream adoption, with cryptocurrency markets on tenterhooks awaiting its launch. дальше »
2019-4-30 20:11
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The ZuckerBezos Clause: SEC Opens Door For Facebook, Slams It On Crowdfunding
The SEC has issued non-binding guidelines on token sales and ICO crowdfunding initiatives, laying out the foundation for a repressive approach to digital assets that will favor incumbents at the expense of emerging enterprises. дальше »
2019-4-4 20:13
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