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Regulators Press Congress For More Crypto Regs

Regulators Press Congress For More Crypto Regs
Regulators Press Congress For More Crypto Regs
February 06, 2018  |  Legal & Regulation

The heads of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) are slated to testify in front of Congress on Tuesday...

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Across The Crypto Legal Bow, Lawsuits
Across The Crypto Legal Bow, Lawsuits
January 22, 2018  |  Legal & Regulation

And now begin the lawsuits. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Three Crypto Operators Sued By US Regulator
Three Crypto Operators Sued By US Regulator
January 19, 2018  |  Bitcoin

In the latest sign of regulatory action in the virtual currency realm, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed a lawsuit against three virtual currency...

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CFTC To Discuss Self-Certification Process For Listing Cryptocurrencies
CFTC To Discuss Self-Certification Process For Listing Cryptocurrencies
January 05, 2018  |  Bitcoin

In response to concerns over bitcoin’s potential effect on the U.S. financial system, the nation’s derivatives regulator will hold two meetings this month to discuss its...

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Bitcoin Futures To Be Kept On Tight Leash By CFTC
Bitcoin Futures To Be Kept On Tight Leash By CFTC
December 07, 2017  |  Bitcoin

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) said Wednesday (Dec. 6) that it is aiming to ensure that the integrity of the bitcoin futures contracts is...

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CME, CBOE Allowed To Trade Bitcoin Futures
CME, CBOE Allowed To Trade Bitcoin Futures
December 04, 2017  |  Bitcoin

CME Group and Cboe Global Markets got the green light from regulators to list their bitcoin futures, bringing more legitimacy to cryptocurrency, which has been...

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CFTC Investigates Coinbase Over June Flash Crash
CFTC Investigates Coinbase Over June Flash Crash
October 02, 2017  |  Blockchain

Coinbase, the popular cryptocurrency exchange, is facing an inquiry by regulators in the U.S. over a flash crash back in June that erased nearly all...

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CTFC Cracks Down On Alleged Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme
CTFC Cracks Down On Alleged Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme
September 22, 2017  |  Cybersecurity

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced it has filed civil fraud charges against a New York man and his company over an alleged bitcoin...

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