Regulation
Lithuania's Central Bank Probes 100 Million Euro ICO
Lithuania's central bank has said it is probing Bankera's initial coin offering after determining that the token offered counts as a security.

No, Not All ICOs Are Securities
A recent op-ed paints all ICOs with the same brush, claiming every one of them offers securities subject to SEC scrutiny. That is simply not the case.

Crypto Regulation? Not Anytime Soon, Says White House Official
The White House cybersecurity coordinator said crypto regulation is still far from becoming a reality.

Swiss Finance Regulator to Treat Some ICO Tokens As Securities
Switzerland's financial regulator has released new guidelines indicating it will treat some initial coin offerings (ICOs) as securities.

SEC Suspends 3 Companies Claiming Crypto Connection
The SEC has temporarily halted trading of three companies after comments they made about cryptocurrency and blockchain-related business moves.

Japan's Finance Watchdog to Inspect 15 Unlicensed Crypto Exchanges
The Japanese government said today that inspections will take place at 15 unlicensed cryptocurrency exchanges in light of a recent major hack.

Spanish Government Eyes Tax Benefits for Crypto Companies
Spain's ruling political party is reportedly drafting legislation that it hopes will help woo cryptocurrency and blockchain companies to the country.

CFTC Chief: US Should Tread Lightly on Crypto Exchanges
The head of the CFTC told lawmakers Thursday that any federal approach to crypto regulation should be "carefully tailored" to the risks involved.

CFTC Joins SEC In Warning Against Crypto Pump-and-Dumps
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on Thursday issued a warning about cryptocurrency pump-and-dump schemes.

DC Blockchain Hearing Sees Call for Congressional Commission
The House Committee on Science, Space and Technology seemed excited about blockchain's applications after Wednesday's hearing.
