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Proposed US Task Force Would Tackle Crypto Use in Terrorism Financing
A new bill introduced by a U.S. lawmaker calls for the formation of a task force to combat the use of cryptocurrencies in financing terrorism.
Big Pharma Seeks DLT Solution for Drug Costs
Pharma heavyweights open up about how they envision a blockchain system improving the research and development process of new drugs.
US States Issue Warnings Over Cryptocurrency Investments
The American states of Idaho and Alaska have both issued warnings over investments involving cryptocurrencies.
Cryptocurrency Hedge Fund Hit With Class Action Lawsuit
A company seeking to create the world's first decentralized hedge fund has been hit with a class action alleging a fraudulent issuance of securities.
CFTC Chair: Cryptocurrencies 'Unlike Any Commodity' Agency Has Seen
Cryptocurrencies have proven to be a unique challenge for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the agency's chairman has said.
Bitcoin Prices Spark Demand for Washington's Cheap Electricity
The Central Washington region of the U.S. has reported surging demand from bitcoin miners for its cheap hydropower as price gains continue.
Detroit Bitcoin Trader Gets Jail Time for Unlicensed Money Business
A Detroit resident was sentenced Monday to 366 days in jail for operating an unlicensed money services business involving bitcoin.
White House Team Is Monitoring Cryptocurrencies, Says Press Secretary
The Trump administration has said it is keeping an eye on cryptocurrencies like bitcoin in the wake of its recent explosive price jumps.
US Defense Bill Could Give Big Boost to Blockchain
An obscure provision tucked into a U.S. defense spending bill could act as a springboard for blockchain adoption across government agencies.
US Treasury Secretary: We're Looking 'Carefully' at Illicit Uses of Bitcoin
The U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, Steven Mnuchin, has said his department is looking into the illegal uses of cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin.
