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.
The Securities and Exchange Commission disapproval order of the ProShares Bitcoin ETF
Order disapproving a proposed rule change to list and trade the shares of the ProShares Bitcoin ETF and the ProShares Short Bitcoin ETF
The Securities and Exchange Commission disapproval order of the GraniteShares Bitcoin ETF
Order disapproving a proposed rule change to list and trade the shares of the GraniteShares Bitcoin ETF and the GraniteShares Short Bitcoin ETF
Getting real — Why SEC approval of a Bitcoin ETF remains a huge hurdle
Another refusal by the SEC for the ProShares ETF reveals that ‘getting to yes’ will be much harder than most people realize — and that the potential for market manipulation continues to be the major stumbling block for a Bitcoin ETF approval
The Securities and Exchange Commission disapproval order of the Direxion Bitcoin ETF
Order disapproving a proposed rule change relating to listing and trading of the Direxion Bitcoin ETF
Bitcoin-backed ETF’s on SEC radar again
Speculation that the regulator might be coming close to approving Bitcoin-backed ETFs is high as the agency asks for public comment on another application for a Bitcoin-backed ETF
Crypto a threat to central bank driven monetary policy says IMF
As the IMF recognizes a threat to the banking monopoly, the SEC has appointed a specialist crypto advisor
SEC launch spoof ICO to warn naive ICO investors
SEC launches HoweyCoins — an ICO investment satire intended to educate gullible investors about ICO scams
Comments on NYSE Arca Rulemaking of the Direxion Bitcoin ETF
On January 4, 2018, NYSE Arca, Inc. (“NYSE Arca” or “Exchange”) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“Commission”) a proposed rule change to list and trade bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETFs).
