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Washington State County Shuts Down 'Unauthorized' Crypto Miners

Washington State's Chelan County shut down three rogue cryptocurrency mining operations due to the power draw and safety risk.

By Nikhilesh DeApr 4, 2018

The value propositions of blockchain tech are central to the business of public institutions, argues Alec Ross, a candidate for governor of Maryland.

By Alec RossApr 4, 2018

Iran's president has spoken out against aired plans to ban Telegram's messaging app over fears its new token may undermine the national currency.

By Daniel PalmerApr 4, 2018

Cryptocurrency reminds us that tax and other rules need to be fluid, as inaction or inappropriate responses can halt or slow technological advances.

Federal authorities have charged the founders of Centra Tech with securities and wire fraud, shortly after their ICO was shut down by the SEC.

By David FloydApr 3, 2018

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

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

Australia’s cryptocurrency exchanges must now follow new rules aimed to counter money laundering and terrorism financing.

By Daniel PalmerApr 3, 2018

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has halted the Floyd Mayweather-supported Centra Tech initial coin offering.

By Nikhilesh DeApr 2, 2018

The Central Bank of Taiwan is eyeing new rules that would bring bitcoin under the island's existing anti-money laundering regulations.

By Wolfie ZhaoApr 2, 2018

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