SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce speaks out against global regulatory framework
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce says countries should develop individual regulatory frameworks for crypto assets and not rely on a global framework for all jurisdictions.
Blockstack and YouNow launch the first SEC approved token sales
Blockstack and YouNow are the first companies to receive official SEC qualification for their digital token offerings. The two blockchain projects are the first to receive regulatory approval to access the public U.S. securities markets.
Blockstack’s Brittany Laughlin guests on BNC podcast
On the heels of Blockstack’s historic SEC token raise approval, Blockstack’s Brittany Laughlin features on the latest episode of BNC’s new podcast ‘The Crypto Conversation’.
Regulators give nod to non-custodial exchanges
A new statement from the SEC and FINRA suggests that non-custodial exchanges may have a headstart when it comes to navigating regulatory issues.
New report makes case for greater regulatory oversight of crypto asset sector
A new report by blockchain intelligence firm CipherTrace provides insights into the state of the global crypto asset sector. The Q1 2019 Cryptocurrency Anti-Money Laundering Report makes the case for increased regulatory oversight as the industry matures.
Crypto attorneys weigh in on SEC token framework
The SEC’s “Framework for ‘Investment Contract’ Analysis of Digital Assets” aims to help answer the key question hovering over ICO project of when is a digital token a security? While early reviews are mostly positive, some crypto lawyers say more needs to be done.
More exchanges implementing market surveillance tools
The message from the SEC about what it needs to see before approving a Bitcoin ETF has been consistent. It wants markets that are manipulation resistant – either because the product itself is inherently resistant (Bitcoin isn’t), or because the exchanges make it so. Gradually the message is getting through.
Demand for crypto lawyers to boom as sector evolves
As the SEC abandons its ‘light touch’ approach to crypto and investors seek out the comparative security of compliant ICO projects, regulators are looking to the legal profession to ‘get off the fence’ and deliver clients the advice they need to stay on the right side of the law.
QuantmRE launches security token tied to U.S. real estate assets
Although the tokenization of real estate assets has long been promoted as a blockchain use case with the potential to disrupt one of the world’s most valuable asset classes, little progress has been made to date. That said, the recent announcement by QuantmRE of an SEC compliant security token tied to owner-occupied, residential real estate assets in the US, shows promise.
Crypto Predictions 2019: The Legal Landscape – Expect Enforcement
Recent enforcement actions by the SEC and similar authorities internationally mean it is possible to make an educated guess as to how 2019 will unfold for Initial Coin Offerings (past, present, and future), crypto exchanges and the legal ecosystems that surround them.
Bitcoin ETF review passes key submissions deadline
The deadline for public comment has passed on nine bitcoin ETF applications, bringing the final decision by the SEC one step closer.
SEC enforcement threat driving KYC/AML implementation at decentralized exchanges
IDEX’s decision to implement KYC/AML policies will likely be followed by most other decentralized exchanges, as the SEC brings new enforcement proceedings against exchange operators.
Division Of Enforcement Annual Report 2018
Last year (2017), the Division of Enforcement issued its first annual report discussing the enforcement-related accomplishments of the Commission. The report continues that practice which presents and assesses the Division’s work during Fiscal Year (FY) 2018, highlights some of its more significant accomplishments, and discusses key initiatives.
Does FBI shutdown of 1Broker exchange signal a new era of U.S. global enforcement?
In a move that could set a worrying precedent, the exchange 1Broker has been shut down in a joint SEC and FBI action - prompting questions as to the limits of the international reach of U.S regulators
Lawsuits triple as regulators take aim at crypto
Crypto is facing record numbers of class action lawsuits, as regulators, lawmakers, and duped investors target organisations already reeling from the recent digital currency sell-off.
The Securities and Exchange Commission delay notice of SolidX Bitcoin ETF
Order announcing a delay of a decision on a proposed rule change to list and trade SolidX Bitcoin Shares issued by the VanEck SolidX Bitcoin Trust.
