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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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Malaysia to Regulate ICOs as Securities Offerings from Tuesday

Malaysia’s securities watchdog will have powers to regulate digital asset offerings and crypto exchanges from tomorrow.

Malaysia's capital, Kuala Lumpur

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Vermont State Government Launching Blockchain Insurance Pilot

The U.S. state of Vermont is launching a blockchain pilot project for insurers, seeking transparency and efficiency improvements.

Vermont State Capitol

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Wyoming Lawmakers Advance Blockchain 'Sandbox' Bill

A Wyoming legislature committee has approved a regulatory sandbox bill, sending it to the full House for a vote.

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Coincheck Wins Crypto Exchange License 12 Months After Major Hack

Japanese crypto exchange Coincheck, which suffered a $530 million hack in January of last year, is now a licensed entity.

Tokyo, Japan

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China's Internet Censor to Start Regulating Blockchain Firms Next Month

China’s internet censorship agency is bringing in regulations for blockchain service providers in the country.

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Two Thirds of Korean Crypto Exchanges Fail Government Security Check

Only seven out of 21 South Korean cryptocurrency exchanges inspected got a full pass in a recent government security audit.

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Lawyers Rush In: New UNH Blockchain Program Nabs Big-Name Speakers

“A crypto winter for the price is a crypto summer for attorneys." And University of New Hampshire Law School is now addressing that demand.

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Thai Finance Ministry Awards Licenses to 4 Crypto Firms, Rejects 2

Thailand's Ministry of Finance has granted digital asset business licenses to four crypto firms, while rejecting two others.

Thai baht coins

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Venezuela Calls US Sanctions Against Its Petro Cryptocurrency 'Discriminatory'

Venezuela has filed a complaint against the U.S. with the World Trade Organization, highlighting sanctions against the petro as one issue.

Exposure to the government-backed petro has made Venezuelans more comfortable with other types of cryptocurrencies.