CipherTrace Says Homeland Security Work Gave Rise to Monero-Tracking Patent Filings

CipherTrace has filed two patent applications it claims offer technologies that could help authorities in tracking monero transactions.

Dutch Crypto Exchange Adds Extra Verification Measures Citing ‘Disproportionate’ Central Bank Requirements

The exchange said it must now ask users for extra information such as the purpose of bitcoin purchases.

Custodian Anchorage Seeks Charter From Crypto-Friendly US Bank Regulator OCC

If its application is approved, Anchorage would be the first crypto company to get a national bank charter.

China’s Crypto Miners Struggle to Pay Power Bills as Regulators Clamp Down on OTC Desks

Miners in China have reportedly been struggling to pay for electricity after authorities started cracking down on OTC brokers in the country.

SEC Chairman Jay Clayton Stepping Down at End of Year

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Jay Clayton will leave his role at the end of this year.

Russian Ministry Moves to Soften Requirements for Crypto Tax Reporting

Russia's Ministry of Finance has proposed legal amendments that would relax planned tax requirements for crypto holders, if passed.

New Jersey Moves Closer to Crypto License With Introduction of Senate Bill

New Jersey has inched closer to implementing its own "BitLicense."