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Massachusetts Sues ICO Organizer for Alleged Securities Violations

Massachusetts' securities enforcement office is suing a resident and his company for selling unregistered securities in a token sale.

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2018's Challenge: Promote Responsible Blockchain Innovation

The chief innovation officer at the U.S. regulator for national banks details the agency's efforts to support fintech while still mitigating risk.

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Global Securities Watchdog Warns Investors on ICO Risks

An organization of global securities regulators has issued a notice alerting investors to the perceived risks associated with initial coin offerings.

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SEC Outlines Reasons for Reluctance to List Cryptocurrency ETFs

An SEC letter states there are "significant investor protection issues" to be examined before opening up crypto-ETFs to retail investors.

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ESMA Seeks Public Input on Cryptocurrency Derivatives Policy

The European Securities and Markets Authority released a public call for input on cryptocurrency-based contracts-for-differences.

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Korean Regulator Investigating Staff Insider Trading of Cryptocurrencies

A Korean financial regulator has reportedly indicated it is investigating possible insider trading of cryptocurrencies by its own staff.

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Israel Releases Draft Plan for Taxing ICOs

Israel's government has published draft circular outlining possible approaches to taxing the proceeds of initial coin offerings (ICOs).

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Proposed US Task Force Would Tackle Crypto Use in Terrorism Financing

A new bill introduced by a U.S. lawmaker calls for the formation of a task force to combat the use of cryptocurrencies in financing terrorism.

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France Creates Working Group for Cryptocurrency Regulation

The French minister of the economy has announced the creation of a working group to develop cryptocurrency regulations.

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PBoC Official Calls for Wider Ban on Chinese Crypto Trading: Report

The vice governor of China's central bank is reportedly seeking a wider ban on services related to cryptocurrency trading in the country.

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