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New York's BitLicense proposal will not cover non-financial blockchain technology projects, according to NYDFS superintendent Benjamin Lawsky.

By Jon SouthurstNov 4, 2014

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NYDFS is considering an on-ramp for bitcoin startups to allow a more flexible regulatory framework.

By Pete RizzoNov 3, 2014

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Digital currencies are innovations that deserve better than regulation under existing financial rules, writes regulation consultant Peter Oakes.

By Peter OakesNov 1, 2014

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Payments consultant Faisal Khan looks at the options for bitcoin companies following recent new guidance from FinCEN.

By Faisal KhanOct 31, 2014

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Longest-serving SEC chairman Arthur Levitt, who now advises BitPay and Vaurum, has spoken about bitcoin in a TV interview.

By Joon Ian WongOct 30, 2014

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Following rumors that members have been receiving letters from the SEC, the crypto 2.0 community has denied these claims.

By Pete RizzoOct 28, 2014

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In a new letter, New York Senator Charles Schumer said he will seek more funds to fight drug-related cybercrime.

By Stan HigginsOct 28, 2014

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Long-serving former SEC chairman Arthur Levitt has taken advisory roles at US bitcoin firms BitPay and Vaurum.

By Jon SouthurstOct 28, 2014

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FinCEN releases new guidance for custodial bitcoin exchanges and payment processors, ruling them money services businesses under US law.

By Pete RizzoOct 27, 2014

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Bitcoin in the eyes of US Congress members is vastly different. When might they create policy around it?

By Daniel CawreyOct 25, 2014