Business 15 March 2019

Stock Exchange of Thailand to launch digital assets platform in 2020

The exchange has confirmed it would be working closely with a range of different stakeholders to develop the platform ahead of its launch next year.

Business 11 March 2019

Germany takes steps to protect securities, regulate tokens

A paper has been issued by the German Federal Ministry of Finance and the Federal Ministry of Justice and Consumer Protection discussing the steps that should be taken to provide greater electronic security and regulation to protect offerings related to crypto-tokens.

Business 25 February 2019

Thailand’s Parliament approves the issuance of tokenized securities

The National Legislative Assembly in Thailand has approved the issuance of scripless and tokenized securities through blockchain technology.

Business 21 February 2019

Another ICO settles with the SEC for selling unregistered securities

The SEC has cracked down on Gladius for offering unregistered securities during its ICO, but gave leniency for their self-reporting.

Editorial 31 January 2019

Kik has had enough, but can it kick back at SEC?

It’s unclear whether the commissioners have already taken a vote, but when the SEC enforcement action does come out, Kik is ready to fight back in court if necessary—for all the good it will do them.

Business 28 January 2019

US Token Taxonomy Act may fizzle, asserts crypto attorney

Two U.S. politicians, Ohio Representative Warren Davidson and Florida Representative Darren Soto, introduced a House bill last month designed to better define cryptocurrencies.

Business 15 January 2019

Malaysia to begin regulating ICOs as securities today

Malaysia may not be clear where it stands on cryptocurrencies, but the country’s securities watchdogs now have the power to regulate certain digital assets and crypto exchanges.

Business 3 January 2019

Phillip Frost coughs up $5.5M to settle pump-and-dump charges with SEC

Diversified healthcare firm OPKO Health has become the latest to propose settlement terms in a case brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over alleged breaches of securities laws.

Business 3 January 2019

Philippine securities regulator ‘not yet ready’ to clarify rules on ICOs

The securities regulator of the Philippines has decided to defer the promised publication of official rules around initial coin offerings (ICOs), as it aims to buy more time to consult with stakeholders.

Business 26 December 2018

The best jurisdictions to launch a Security Token Offering?

An overview of the popular jurisdictions where a STO may be considered.

Business 7 December 2018

‘Unauthorized’ crypto service draws ire of Italian, Maltese regulators

The chief financial regulator in Italy, the Commissione Nazionale per le Società e la Borsa (CONSOB), has issued a cease and desist order to SolutionsCM Ltd. over an alleged breach of Italian securities laws.

Business 30 November 2018

US court rejects unregistered securities case against Blockvest

A court in the United States has rejected a claim brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against blockchain assets exchange Blockvest.