Legislation

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Gibraltar Publishes Draft Regulations for Blockchain Startups
Gibraltar has published a draft of its upcoming regulatory framework for distributed ledger technology (DLT).
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Ukraine parliament
Ukraine to Regulate Bitcoin Exchanges Under Proposed Law
A cryptocurrency bill has been submitted to Ukraine's national legislature, setting the stage for new regulations in the country.
Ukraine parliament

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Russia Likely to Ban Bitcoin Payments, Deputy Finance Minister Says
Russia's cryptocurrency bill is expected to be completed by October, according to a senior government official.
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Congress
$700 Billion Senate Defense Bill Calls for Blockchain Cybersecurity Study
A major defense spending bill passed by the US Senate yesterday calls for a blockchain study, public records show.
Congress

Aus
Bitcoin 'Double Taxation' Relief Bill Introduced in Australia
Australia has introduced a new bill that, if passed, would end the country's bitcoin "double taxation" issue.
Aus

MA
Russian Minister: It's 'Impossible' to Ignore Cryptocurrencies
A minister in Russia's government said this week that cryptocurrencies and blockchain are "impossible to ignore."
MA

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Russia Could Pass Cryptocurrency Law This Year, Senior Lawmaker Says
Russia may have a finalized cryptocurrency trading bill by the end of the summer, according to a senior lawmaker.
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Statue of Ho Chi Minh  in front of Ho Chi Minh City Hall in Vietnam.
Vietnam Is Preparing to Legally Recognize Bitcoin
Vietnam's prime minister has approved a plan that could see the country formally recognize bitcoin as a form of payment, reports say.
Statue of Ho Chi Minh  in front of Ho Chi Minh City Hall in Vietnam.

Congress, Capitol Hill
Congressional Group Pushes for Blockchain Security Standards
Members of Congress are advancing research into blockchain security standards, according to a new podcast.
Congress, Capitol Hill

US Map
A Bitcoin Law for Every State? Interest and Animosity Greet Model US Regulation
A bill for unifying state legislators around virtual currency rules is seeing both interest and hostility, each from unexpected parties.
US Map