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China State TV: OTC Bitcoin Platforms May Violate Law

Commentary on China's state television suggests a ban on cryptocurrency trading platforms may extend further than startups originally thought.

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Russian Central Bank Issues New Warning Against Cryptocurrencies

Russia's central bank warned against investing in cryptocurrencies in its annual Financial Stability Report released Tuesday.

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Japan's BitFlyer Launches Bitcoin Exchange in US Market

Japanese bitcoin exchange bitFlyer has officially launched in the US.

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Iran's Cyberspace Authority Says It Welcomes Bitcoin, If Regulated

The secretary of Iran's High Council of Cyberspace has said the agency "welcomes" bitcoin, with the caveat that there must be regulation.

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Ex-SEC Lawyer Predicts 'Assembly Line' for ICO Enforcement

A former lawyer for the SEC discusses the way forward for ICO regulation, warning that an "assembly line" of actions could be on the way.

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Are Tokens Like Gold? Attorneys Ask Tough Questions on ICOs

The SEC and the CFTC? A panel of top ICO lawyers discussed pressing legal challenges in the sector on Tuesday.

Tech Talk: Structuring Legally Compliant Token Sales

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Here's What's Standing in the Way of a Tokenized Economy

The challenges of digital identity, AML/KYC and common technical standards must be overcome to deliver on the promise of blockchain technology.

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Hybrid ICO? Overstock's tZERO to Build Services Into Security Token

Overstock subsidiary tZERO is adding features to its upcoming security token, allowing investors to use the coin to purchase a handful of services.

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Government of Bermuda Launches Cryptocurrency Task Force

Bermuda has launched a new working group aimed to advance the regulatory and commercial environment for token sales, cryptocurrencies and more.

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South Korean Finance Watchdog Has 'No Plans' to Regulate Bitcoin Trading

The governor of a South Korean financial regulator has said it has "no plans" to supervise cryptocurrency trading.

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