Congress
US Congress to Discuss ICOs in Hearing Next Week
A subcommittee of the House of Representatives Financial Services Committee is set to hold a hearing next week on cryptocurrencies and ICOs.

CFTC Chair: 'We're Used To' Volatile Assets Like Bitcoin
As might be expected, Tuesday's Senate hearing touched on cryptocurrencies' volatility. But the head of the CFTC put the matter in perspective.

Trump Signs Defense Bill Authorizing Blockchain Study
President Donald Trump has signed a $700 billion military spending bill that includes a mandate for a blockchain cybersecurity research study.

SEC Chair 'Optimistic' on Efforts to Catch ICO Bad Guys
The chairman of the Securities and Exchange commission offered new remarks on the topic of ICOs earlier today.

$700 Billion Senate Defense Bill Calls for Blockchain Cybersecurity Study
A major defense spending bill passed by the US Senate yesterday calls for a blockchain study, public records show.

US Lawmakers Seek Tax Exemption for Bitcoin Transactions Below $600
A new bill has been introduced in the US Congress that would create a tax exemption for some purchases made with cryptocurrency.

Congressional Candidate Now Accepting Bitcoin Donations for 2018 Election
A candidate for the US Congress in upstate New York has begun accepting donations in bitcoin.

Congressional Group Pushes for Blockchain Security Standards
Members of Congress are advancing research into blockchain security standards, according to a new podcast.

Controversial US Sanctions Bill Calls for Cryptocurrency Research
A foreign sanctions bill signed into law by President Donald Trump included a little-noticed provision on cryptocurrencies.

US Congressman: Cryptocurrencies Need Tighter Rules
During a speech Friday, a member of US Congress called for tighter anti-money laundering controls for cryptocurrencies.
