SEC

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When the Government Knocks at Your Door
Attorney Jared Marx discusses what cryptocurrency businesses should do when face-to-face with a US government subpoena, interview or search warrant.
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crowdfunding, invest
Why a New SEC Ruling Could Be 'Revolutionary' for Bitcoin Crowdfunding
Attorney Jared Marx explores a recent SEC decision on crowdfunding - and the implications for startups.
crowdfunding, invest

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Token Sales and The US' Impressionistic Securities Laws
Attorney Jared Marx discusses why securities law is problematic for bitcoin 2.0 companies operating in the US.
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SEC
SEC Fines Defunct Bitcoin Exchange Operator $68,000
The operator of two unlicensed digital currency exchanges has been ordered to pay more than $68,000 after a lengthy investigation by the US SEC.
SEC

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Bitcoin Ponzi Schemer Charged With Criminal Securities Fraud
A criminal case against Bitcoin Savings and Trust's Trendon Shavers has been filed by the US Attorney's Office.
shaversbtcarrest

Oct 30 - Arthur Levitt
Ex-SEC Chief: Bitcoin Companies Need Compliance To Succeed
Longest-serving SEC chairman Arthur Levitt, who now advises BitPay and Vaurum, has spoken about bitcoin in a TV interview.
Oct 30 - Arthur Levitt

crypto, numbers, data
Crypto 2.0 Industry Dismisses SEC Crackdown Rumors
Following rumors that members have been receiving letters from the SEC, the crypto 2.0 community has denied these claims.
crypto, numbers, data

gold
Crypto 2.0 Roundup: Bits of Bullion, a Foundation for Counterparty and Medici Goes to Washington
This week's roundup examines the challenges facing Overstock's Medici project and a new way to trade gold with crypto.
gold

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4 Court Cases Helping Shape the US Stance on Bitcoin
CoinDesk looks at the top United States court cases helping shape the country's regulatory view on bitcoin.
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Crowdfunding
Why The SEC Delay Over Crowdfunding Rules is Stifling Bitcoin Innovation
Promised SEC rules on crowdfunding are months behind schedule, leaving cash-strapped bitcoin startups in a tricky situation.
Crowdfunding