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'New Risks': Swiss Government Skeptical on Central Bank Digital Currency

A digital Swiss franc would do more harm than good and bring financial risks, according to the nation's government.

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Federal Reserve May Add Bitcoin Crash to Stress Test Scenarios

The U.S. Federal Reserve could soon include a bitcoin market crash as one of the risks to take into account when conducting stress tests.

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How the US Government Shutdown Is Halting Crypto Progress on Wall Street

A record-breaking government shutdown in the U.S. is pushing crypto policy decisions to the back burner.

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A Psychic Visit with Nouriel Roubini: The Mother and Father of All Crypto Skeptics

CoinDesk profiles Nouriel Roubini, the NYU professor who won't buy the crypto hype – no matter what the price or the market says.

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So Long to the Clutter: A Cooling Crypto Market Will Bring Change We Need

Free from distractions, blockchain builders can – and must – now focus on using the technology to enable positive societal change.

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OECD Event to Examine the Potential Impact of Blockchain

The intergovernmental economic organization plans to host an international conference on blockchain in September, its first ever.

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Romania Drafts Bill to Regulate Electronic Money

Romania has drafted an emergency ordinance to regulate cryptocurrency issuing.

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US Telecom Agency Seeks Blockchain Policy Suggestions

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration has asked industry members to provide suggestions for blockchain policy.

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A G20 Crypto Policy? Let's Hope It's a Pipe Dream

The world's economic leaders are seeking a globally coordinated policy on cryptocurrencies. This could take a while. But that may be just as well.

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China's Biggest Political Event Sees Blockchain Praise

At China's annual "Two Sessions" political event, policy advisors have made a wide range of comments on the future of blockchain in the country.

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