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A WeChat Ban Should Be the Moment for Decentralized Tech. But It’s Not.
President Trump’s threat to ban WeChat could disrupt the communication of millions of people. Decentralized technology is one solution, but will people really use it? Not nece...
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Cryptocurrency Exchange Kraken Adds New Banking Option for US Users
Kraken's U.S. customers can now make wire transfers from their accounts at MDV Bank to fund purchases of cryptocurrency.
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E-Gold Claims US Officials Buried Key Report in 2008 Landmark Crypto Ruling
A court filing alleges federal government suppression of an OFR review led to crypto businesses being defined as money transmitters.
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JPMorgan Analysts: Bitcoin Is Likely to Survive (as a Speculative Asset)
Bitcoin proved itself a resilient asset, if not a stable or useful currency, during March's global market meltdown, JPMorgan analysts told investors.
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UK Trade Negotiators Eye Blockchain Provisions in Coming US Trade Talks
The U.K.'s trade negotiators want to set the pace for global blockchain regulation in its upcoming free trade talks with the United States.
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Ohio Lawmakers Pitch Their State As a Future Hub for Blockchain
Lawmakers in the U.S. state of Ohio say they are interested in blockchain – but they're still figuring out how to put that enthusiasm into action.
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Secret Service Calls for 'Congressional Attention' on Privacy Cryptos
An official for the U.S. Secret Service has called on Congress to consider legislative action over privacy-enhancing cryptocurrencies.
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Crypto Exchange Huobi Registers With FinCEN Ahead of US Launch
Huobi's U.S. division is planning to roll out its crypto-to-crypto trading service for U.S. investors in May.
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