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Japan’s Financial Watchdog Hints at Its Readiness to Approve Crypto ETFs
By Darya Rudz
January 8th, 2019
After barring crypto derivatives, Japan is currently gauging industry interest in ETFs tracking digital currencies. The Liberal Democratic Party will reportedly submit draft legislation by March 2019.
Bitcoin for $22K and Blockchain Erasing Industries’ Barriers: Biggest Predictions for 2018
By Darya Rudz
December 28th, 2018
At the end of the year, we’ve put together a list of the biggest predictions made by blockchain and crypto enthusiasts, revealing which loud forecasts failed and which turned out to be true in the expiring year.
SEC-Registered Wealthfront Now Supports Coinbase Accounts and Wallets, New Features Expected in Early 2019
By Bhushan Akolkar
December 24th, 2018
Citing heavy client demand, Investment advisor Wealthfront announced Coinbase integration which will allow its users to track cryptocurrency investments. Savings and checking accounts to be provided within the first few months of 2019.
US Lawmakers Proposing a Bill to Challenge SEC’s Definition of Crypto as Securities
By Teuta Franjkovic
December 21st, 2018
Two U.S. congressmen Warren Davidson and Darren Soto, are introducing a bill that would exclude digital currencies from securities classification and substantially improve the tax treatment for cryptocurrencies.
TokenSoft Expands Its Services Acquiring SEC-Registered Broker-Dealer
By Darya Rudz
December 21st, 2018
As a result of the deal, newly launched TokenSoft Global Markets LLC. will enable issuers to choose whether to host a token sale themselves or work with a broker-dealer to manage the token sale on their behalf.
Basis Shutting Down Due to Regulatory Pressure
By Andy Watson
December 18th, 2018
Konstantin Rabin, financial expert and crypto enthusiast, unveils what hides behind the recent shut down of once promising stablecoin project – Basis.
Bitcoin Community Celebrates the Appointment of the New Pro-Crypto White House Chief
By Bhushan Akolkar
December 17th, 2018
The Bitcoin community is rejoicing the appointment of Mick Mulvaney, the new U.S. Chief of Staff, known for his pro-Bitcoin stand in the past. He will resume the office at the beginning of 2019.
Blockchain Token Projects Can Bypass U.S. Securities Registration Requirements, Says SEC Official
By Teuta Franjkovic
December 14th, 2018
Good news for blockchain token projects concerning their ability to bypass U.S. securities registration requirements. While before they had to stand in the queue to fill out all the documents, now they can obtain so-called no-action letters from the SEC.
Andreessen Horowitz-Backed Basis Stablecoin to Shut Down with $133M in Debts
By Julia Sakovich
December 13th, 2018
Basis, a stablecoin project, that raised $133 million this April, is shutting down its operation and returning money to investors.
Former AriseBank Executives to Pay a $2.7 Million Charge for ICO Scams
By Darya Rudz
December 13th, 2018
For operating a fraudulent Initial Coin Offering, former AriseBank executives have to pay nearly $2.7 million in fines and are prohibited from serving as officers of public companies or engaging in offerings of digital securities.
SEC Chairman: ICOs Are Effective Way of Fundraising
By Bhushan Akolkar
December 11th, 2018
Jay Clayton said that ICOs should willingly follow securities laws which ensure higher protection of customers’ funds while eliminating fraud and manipulation.
Bitcoin Flirts Around $3,400 After Hitting New 2018 Low on Friday. Where’s It Heading Now?
By Bhushan Akolkar
December 8th, 2018
As investors have been eagerly waiting for the Bitcoin price reversal after a continuous price-drop, here’s look into what experts from the crypto industry have to say.
SEC Postpones Decision on VanEck Bitcoin ETF, Again
By Teuta Franjkovic
December 7th, 2018
The price of Bitcoin has plunged more than 9% in the last 24 hours following the announcement from the SEC that once again delays its decision on the rule change for a VanEck’s Bitcoin exchange-traded fund. The new deadline is February 27, 2019.
SEC’s Crypto Mom: Bitcoin ETF Could Be Approved Tomorrow or in Ten Years Time
By Teuta Franjkovic
December 7th, 2018
At the Digital Asset Investment Forum held in Washington D.C., a commissioner of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Hester Peirce said it’s better not to hold our breath waiting for a Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF).
Bitcoin’s Biggest Congress Enthusiast Introduces a Pro-ICO and Crypto Legislation
By Wanguba Muriuki
December 6th, 2018
Warren Davidson, the biggest bitcoin enthusiast in Congress is set to introduce a new pro-ICO and crypto legislation. He believes that cryptocurrencies can thrive in a Federal-regulated environment.