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Thai Securities Regulators Seek 'Appropriate' Rules for ICOs

Securities regulators in Thailand have issued a new statement on initial coin offerings (ICOs).

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BTCC to Cease China Trading as Media Warns Closures Could Continue

China-based exchange BTCC has announced it will be closing its doors to domestic trading, while Shanghai media indicates a broader crackdown.

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Namibian Central Bank: Bitcoin Purchases Illegal Under Law

A paper from the Bank of Namibia makes familiar points about the risks of money laundering and the perils of a stateless currency.

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Russian Minister: It's 'Impossible' to Ignore Cryptocurrencies

A minister in Russia's government said this week that cryptocurrencies and blockchain are "impossible to ignore."

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Philly Fed Event to Explore Blockchain's Impact on Financial Stability

The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is set to discuss blockchain and cryptocurrencies at an event this month.

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Dubai Financial Regulator Issues Warning on ICOs

A finance regulator in Dubai has become the latest agency to warn investors about initial coin offerings (ICOs).

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Bitcoin Exchanges Lack Legal Foundation, China Internet Finance Association Says

A self-regulatory body in China focused on online finance has issued a new warning on bitcoin exchange risks.

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SEC Accountant to ICOs: Don't Skimp on Reporting

Another official at the SEC is speaking out on initial coin offerings, this time seeking to caution the market on financial reporting expectations.

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Bitcoin OTC Service Suspends Trading Citing China Pressure

China-based BitKan has announced it will freeze over-the-counter trading on its cryptocurrency service, citing pressure from local regulators.

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'Very High Risk': UK Finance Watchdog Issues Statement on ICOs

The U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority is the latest in a wave of regulators to issue a formal warning on initial coin offerings.

Royal Courts of Justice, London, U.K.