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SEC: Celebrity ICO Endorsements Could Be Illegal

Celebrities who endorse initial coin offerings may be in violation of the law, the SEC said today.

By Stan HigginsNov 1, 2017

New Zealand's chief financial regulator has published new guidelines for local initial coin offerings (ICOs).

By Brady DaleNov 1, 2017

The State Bank of Vietnam has issued a statement banning the use of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in payments from Jan. 1, 2018.

By Daniel PalmerOct 31, 2017

Cryptocurrencies don't pose "any pressing regulatory issues" for the Australian central bank's policies for payments.

By Wolfie ZhaoOct 30, 2017

A group of central securities depositories is ready to launch a blockchain, but there's still one last hurdle: a regulatory green light.

Japan's Financial Services Agency has issued a statement warning investors of the risks associated with initial coin offerings or ICOs.

SEC Division of Enforcement co-director Stephanie Avakian said the agency's new cyber unit would look at how blockchain technology and ICOs are used.

By Nikhilesh DeOct 27, 2017

The central bank of Lebanon is talking openly about digital currency – but it's making clear that bitcoin isn't welcome in the discussion.

By Brady DaleOct 27, 2017

The U.S. government's Emerging Citizen Technology program announced a new open-source Atlas to provide resources on blockchain technology.

By Nikhilesh DeOct 27, 2017

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission has revealed new details about its efforts to explore blockchain technology.

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