Regulation


Markets

How to Get Blockchain Tech on Data Regulators' Radars

Technology analyst Steve Ehrlich discusses blockchain tech from the perspective of regulators tasked with ensuring global data protection.

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Fed Governor Advises Regulators to Be ‘Attentive’ to Blockchain

A member of the US Federal Reserve's board of governors issued new remarks this week on the potential of blockchain technology.

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Markets

San Francisco Fed Chief: Digital Currencies Could Make Crime 'Easier'

The president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco gave a speech on financial technology earlier this week.

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Regulators: Federal Preemption of State Blockchain Laws Unlikely

The FDIC and three state-level regulators discussed blockchain technology at a panel today centered on the future of US regulation.

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Markets

Estonian Supreme Court Rules Against Bitcoin Trader

The Estonian Supreme Court has ruled in favor of new restrictions on bitcoin trading in the wake of a lawsuit filed by a bitcoin broker.

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CFTC Commissioner: Credit Default Swap Test ‘Proves Merit’ of Blockchain

A CFTC commissioner said today he believes blockchain tech has already proved itself in the market through testing.

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What Circle's UK E-Money License Means for Bitcoin and Blockchain

Industry commentators weigh in on the impact of Circle's new e-money license in the UK.

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Industry Advocacy Groups Unite to Launch Global Blockchain Forum

Global interest groups focused on bitcoin, blockchain and digital asset-related issues have come together to create a new business forum.

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Regulating Blockchain Would Be an Exercise in Futility

In this opinion piece, technology lawyer Cameron-Huff discusses why he believes it's too early for regulators to craft rules for blockchain tech.

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Japan's Financial Regulator to Discuss Blockchain Market Applications

Japan’s Financial Services Agency is set to discuss blockchain tech at a policy meeting early next month.

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