Regulation


Markets

CFTC Chair: 'We're Used To' Volatile Assets Like Bitcoin

As might be expected, Tuesday's Senate hearing touched on cryptocurrencies' volatility. But the head of the CFTC put the matter in perspective.

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Markets

SEC Chief Clayton: 'Every ICO I've Seen Is a Security'

Initial coin offerings were one of several subjects up for discussion during Tuesday's U.S. Senate hearing.

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Markets

Venezuela's Cryptocurrency Plans Draw Ire at US Senate Hearing

Venezuela's plan to launch a cryptocurrency came under fire from U.S. lawmakers on Tuesday in a hearing that saw discussion on domestic regulation.

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Markets

New Regulation for Crypto? Senate Hearing Sees Debate

A hearing at the U.S. Senate Tuesday saw top lawmakers debate the need for new legislation to increase crypto industry oversight.

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Markets

BIS Chief Slams Bitcoin As Ponzi Scheme and Threat to Central Banks

The head of the Bank for International Settlements has blasted bitcoin as "a bubble," "a Ponzi scheme" and an "environmental disaster."

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Markets

Taiwan Official: Government Should Prepare for Crypto Collapse

A senior official from Taiwan's executive branch has cautioned on the potential impact of cryptocurrencies on the island's financial stability.

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Finance

Sanctions Showdown Looms for US and Cryptocurrency

If OFAC turns its eye toward cryptocurrencies, it could be only a matter of time before it makes an example of one or more entities to send a message.

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Markets

Singapore Lawmakers Question Prime Minister Over Crypto Regulation

Members of Singapore's parliament have asked if the government will reconsider the country's stance on cryptocurrency regulation.

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Markets

CFTC to Take 'Do No Harm' Approach on Crypto Regulation

The chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has spoken of the need for balance when regulating cryptocurrencies.

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Markets

Korean Exchange Halts Trading Over KYC Concerns

South Korea cryptocurrency exchange Coinpia has halted trading amid concerns it has been unable to comply with new government rules.

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