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Malta Unveils Blockchain Advisory Board as National Strategy Advances

The European nation of Malta is moving to advance its ongoing blockchain strategy with the creation of a new advisory board.

By Nikhilesh DeSep 18, 2017

Russia's central bank doesn't want to see cryptocurrencies classified as a form of foreign currency, according to statements from its governor.

By Stan HigginsSep 18, 2017

A legal deep dive into how Canada's recent ruling on initial coin offerings could impact the market.

Rather than issuing warnings or regulations, at least one progressive government is considering whether it can take advantage of ICO technology.

By Aaron StanleySep 17, 2017

A top legal ethics board in Nebraska has weighed in on the issue of cryptocurrency payments for lawyers.

By Stan HigginsSep 15, 2017

China-based cryptocurrency exchange Yunbi has announced the closure of its trading operations in the midst of a wider crackdown within the country.

A document leaked on Chinese social media today appears to confirm rumours that all local bitcoin exchanges must close by the end of the month.

With the U.S. political field looking ripe for tax reform, the cryptocurrency community could soon get much-needed clarification on IRS guidance.

By Aaron StanleySep 15, 2017

The trial of Ryan Kennedy, the controversial founder of the now-defunct dogecoin exchange Moolah, began in a UK court this week.

Chinese bitcoin exchange ViaBTC has announced it will be closing its website at the end of September – the second exchange in as many days to do so.