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Spain's Tax Authorities Seek Crypto User Names and Bank Accounts

The move comes after the Spanish finance ministry called the use of cryptocurrencies in organized crime a "pressing challenge."

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Liechtenstein to Avoid 'Excessive' Blockchain Regulation: Prime Minister

Liechtenstein's government is drafting blockchain legislation, but will not be heavy-handed, Prime Minister Adrian Hasler has told CoinDesk.

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Don't Forget the 'Other' Cryptocurrency Tax

If cryptocurrency gains acceptance as a means of exchange, it’s sure to raise the ire of governments hungry for revenue from sales taxes.

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Malta Watchdog Proposes New Blockchain Gaming Guidelines

The Malta Gaming Authority has published draft regulations for digital game companies that want to use distributed ledger or blockchain platforms.

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UK Financial Watchdog Warns Over Unregistered Crypto Brokerage

The U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority has warned investors over an unregistered brokerage that appears to be offering crypto-related derivatives.

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Blockchain Tops 2017 Fintech Enquiries, Says Swiss Finance Regulator

Enquiries around blockchain, cryptocurrency and ICOs in Switzerland have increased significantly, according the country's financial regulator, FINMA.

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EU Markets Watchdog Toughens Rules on Crypto Derivatives

The EU markets watchdog has agreed a temporarily change in the leverage limts for cryptocurrency derivative contracts in the region.

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UK Government Minister Calls for 'Proportionate' Crypto Rules

John Glen, the U.K. minister who oversees the financial sector, says regulation could lead to "a stable, flourishing" crypto exchange in London.

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Ireland's Finance Department Plans Blockchain Working Group

Ireland’s Department of Finance has proposed the creation of a blockchain working group to help form cohesive regulation across government agencies.

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The UK Government Is Launching a Cryptocurrency 'Task Force'

The U.K. Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond, will reveal a "crypto assets task force" Thursday. It will tackle the tech's risks and benefits.

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