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FOAM Is Live: Decentralized World Map Launches on Ethereum

A project that aims to build a more resilient, reliable GPS using smart contracts is up and running on the ethereum blockchain.

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Brazilian Soccer Club Seeks $20 Million In Upcoming ICO

The Avaí Futebol Clube is hoping to raise $20 million in the coming months with an initial coin offering.

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Korean Financial Watchdogs Probing Blockchain Firms Over ICO Activity

South Korean regulators are contacting local blockchain startups as part of an investigation into initial coin offerings, according to CoinDesk Korea.

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The Bank of Russia Says Its ICO Experiment Was a Success

The Bank of Russia has successfully concluded an experiment in conducting ICOs, though questions remain as to their legality in the nation.

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SEC Hits Crypto Asset Fund and 'ICO Superstore' With Penalties

The SEC announced twin agreements with two different cryptocurrency-related companies

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US Judge Rules ICO Frauds Fall Under Securities Law

A federal judge has ruled that a criminal case against an alleged ICO fraudster will proceed to trial, saying existing securities laws apply.

U.S. District Court Judge Alvin Hellerstein said there is "no binding precedent" for SEC vs. Kik case. Credit: Shuttershock

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Stellar Gets Another Boost With TokenSoft ICO Services Expansion

In the latest good news for the crypto project, TokenSoft says it is launching support for token sales built on the Stellar network.

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Report: Nearly Half of ICOs Failed to Raise Funds Since Start of 2017

Nearly half of all initial coin offerings (ICOs) in 2017 and 2018 failed to raise any funds, according to a new report.

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'Crypto Assets Are Here to Stay,' Says EU Commission Vice President

The European Commission will conclude a regulatory assessment of crypto assets this year, because "they are here to stay," says an official.

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EU Lawmaker Wants Standard Regulations to Allow 'Passport' for ICOs

One European lawmaker wants to standardize ICO regulations, thereby making it easier for projects to raise funding across the EU.

Plenary session week 8 2016. 

Conclusions of the European Council meeting of 18 and 19 February 2016 - European Council and
Commission statements.