Regulation

Markets

Sources in Iran say the country's financial sector is taking clear steps toward a state-backed token economy.

By Leigh CuenFeb 14, 2019

Markets

South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb plans to expand in the Middle East, starting with a licensed exchange in the UAE.

By Yogita KhatriFeb 12, 2019

Markets

The new chair of the Financial Stability Board has said cryptocurrencies are a challenge to his agency's work.

By Wolfie ZhaoFeb 12, 2019

Markets

The Securities and Exchange Commission plans to clarify when securities laws might apply to crypto token sales, an official confirmed Friday.

By Yogita KhatriFeb 11, 2019

Markets

Mauritius will soon license digital asset custodians as part of its plan to create a fintech hub "in and for" Africa.

By Daniel PalmerFeb 8, 2019

Markets

A U.S. SEC commissioner, Robert J. Jackson Jr. has said he believes a bitcoin exchange-traded fund will ultimately be approved.

By Yogita KhatriFeb 8, 2019

Markets

The court filing is the latest in a high-profile lawsuit that has pitted three high-profile cryptocurrency industry personalities against each other.

By Pete RizzoFeb 8, 2019

Policy

Hamas is soliciting bitcoin donations for its military operations, but so far has only garnered a few thousand dollars.

By Leigh CuenFeb 7, 2019

Markets

Venezuela has activated new regulations for crypto service providers in the country, including exchange platforms and miners.

By Yogita KhatriFeb 4, 2019

Markets

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking vendors to provide detailed blockchain data in order to improve crypto compliance.

By Yogita KhatriFeb 4, 2019