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New Blockchain Solutions Debut Amid Enforcement Actions, New FinCEN Guidance and Warnings of ‘Blockchain Fatigue’

Diana SternBrian P. BartishSimone O. OtenaikeBy Diana Stern, Brian P. Bartish and Simone O. Otenaike on Posted in Bitcoin, Blockchain, Capital Markets Offerings, ICOs
In this issue: • Blockchain Solutions for Supply Chain and Digital Identity Announced Despite Predictions of ‘Blockchain Fatigue’ • Blockchain Capital Markets Diversify Amid ICO Slumps; Regulators Issue New Warnings • FinCEN Issues Guidance, SIM Hackers Charged, Bitcoin Ransomware Traced to Sanctioned Countries Blockchain Solutions for Supply Chain and Digital Identity Announced Despite Predictions of … Continue Reading

Advancements in Blockchain-Powered Property Sales and Energy Grids; New Stablecoins, Payment Products and Enforcement Actions

Robert A. MusialaSimone O. OtenaikeJordan R. SilversmithBy Robert A. Musiala, Simone O. Otenaike and Jordan R. Silversmith on Posted in Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, ICOs
In this issue: • Blockchain Property Records Trial Completed, Energy Grid Project Continues, New Patents Granted • New Stablecoins Announced, New BitLicense Granted, New Crypto Debit Card Launched • Blockchain Capital Markets Solutions Continue to Advance in US and Abroad • Cryptocurrency Enforcement Actions Continue in US and Asia Markets Blockchain Property Records Trial Completed, … Continue Reading

Blockchain Pilots Announced, Global Laws Evolve, Exchanges and Payment Processors Make News, Enforcement and Threats Continue

Robert A. MusialaAlexandra RoyalSimone O. OtenaikeJoanna F. WasickBrian P. BartishBy Robert A. Musiala, Alexandra Royal, Simone O. Otenaike, Joanna F. Wasick and Brian P. Bartish on Posted in Bitcoin, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, ICOs, Tax
In this issue: • New Blockchain Projects Announced in Supply Chain and Digital Identity • Blockchain Legal Frameworks Continue to Evolve in the US and Abroad • Headlines From Bitcoin Payment Processors, Decentralized Exchanges and Tokenized Real Estate • More Guidance on ICO Tokens as Securities, Crypto Fraud and Hacked Bitcoins Returned • Cryptocurrency-Related Crime … Continue Reading

FDA Launches DSCSA Pilot Project Program, Supports Use of Blockchain Technology

Robert A. MusialaBy Robert A. Musiala on Posted in Blockchain, FDA
On Feb. 7, 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a press release and on the following day published an accompanying notice in the Federal Register announcing a Pilot Project Program Under the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA Pilot Project Program). According to the press release, the FDA “is invested in exploring … Continue Reading

Blockchain Applications Advance for Healthcare and Payments, CFTC Prioritizes Cryptocurrencies, QuadrigaCX Saga Continues

Brian P. BartishRobert A. MusialaSimone O. OtenaikeJoanna F. WasickBy Brian P. Bartish, Robert A. Musiala, Simone O. Otenaike and Joanna F. Wasick on Posted in Blockchain, Cryptocurrency
In this issue: • Blockchain Initiatives in Healthcare and Other Industries Target Data Integrity, Speed and Analytics • Blockchain Payment Systems Announced by Major Banks and Online Payment Processors • Forthcoming SEC Guidance Confirmed, Initiatives Continue at Banks and Cryptocurrency Exchanges • CFTC Makes Cryptocurrency a Priority, Foreign Agencies Take Enforcement Action • QuadrigaCX Saga … Continue Reading

Supply Chain Pilots Advance, Bitcoin Decentralization Improves, Hacks Continue, Foreign Regulations Evolve

Nicholas C. MowbrayDiana SternRobert A. MusialaSimone O. OtenaikeBrian P. BartishBy Nicholas C. Mowbray, Diana Stern, Robert A. Musiala, Simone O. Otenaike and Brian P. Bartish on Posted in Blockchain, Cybersecurity
In this issue: • Blockchain Pilots for Supply Chain and Land Titles, Improved Analytics, and Decentralization • Blockchain Capital Markets Initiatives Continue Across the Globe • Canadian Exchange Claims Lost ‘Cold Storage’ Funds Amid Fraud Allegations • Scams, Hacks and Illicit Financing: Blockchain Threats Continue to Abound • SIM Swapping Hackers Convicted, Philippines Introduces New … Continue Reading

New Crypto Products in U.S. and Abroad, Enterprise Pilots Announced, Data Published on Cryptocurrency Scams and Money Laundering

Robert A. MusialaJaime B. PetenkoSimone O. OtenaikeJoanna F. WasickBy Robert A. Musiala, Jaime B. Petenko, Simone O. Otenaike and Joanna F. Wasick on Posted in Cryptocurrency, Enterprise
In this issue: • DFS Issues New BitLicenses, Corda Gains Integration Partners, New Stablecoin Launched • New Cryptocurrency Products, Increased Demand for Bitcoin Reported in Africa and Latin America • New Blockchain Pilots Address Worker Well-Being, Healthcare and Conflict Minerals • Startup Challenges SEC Enforcement Action, International Arrests and Exchange Cooperation • New Reports Provide … Continue Reading

A Bid for a US Publicly Traded Crypto Exchange, Institutional Investments, International Regulatory and Enforcement Actions

Emily R. FedelesRobert A. MusialaJonathan D. BlattmachrBrian P. BartishBy Emily R. Fedeles, Robert A. Musiala, Jonathan D. Blattmachr and Brian P. Bartish on Posted in Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, ICOs
In this issue: • 2018 Cryptocurrency Recap, Developments in Cryptocurrency Exchanges and Payment Providers • New Blockchain Capital Markets Platforms Announced With Institutional Investment • Are Crypto Regulations Getting Tighter or Looser? Depends About Where You’re Asking • The Curious Case of Cryptopia, and Updates on Threats and Enforcement Actions 2018 Cryptocurrency Recap, Developments in … Continue Reading

Blockchain for NASA and IoT, Developments in Crypto Products and Payments, Cryptocurrency Exchange Hacked

Diana SternRobert A. MusialaJoanna F. WasickJordan R. SilversmithSimone O. OtenaikeNicholas C. MowbrayBy Diana Stern, Robert A. Musiala, Joanna F. Wasick, Jordan R. Silversmith, Simone O. Otenaike, Roger M. Brown and Nicholas C. Mowbray on Posted in Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Enforcement
In this issue: • The Blockchain Effect: NASA, IoT, Supply Chain and State Initiatives • Blockchain Announcements From Traditional Financial Institutions and Emerging Platforms • Cryptocurrency Exchanges and Payment Providers Announce New Products • Cryptocurrency Exchange Hacked, Crypto-Malware and Wallet Vulnerabilities Exposed • International Regulators Target Cryptocurrency Exchanges, ICOs and Tax Compliance • Tax Analysis: … Continue Reading

New Blockchain Products, an FBI Raid, the $11 Billion Bitcoin Case, Hackers Strike With a 51 Percent Attack and Crypto Tax Analysis

Simone O. OtenaikeRobert A. MusialaJoanna F. WasickHeather K. P. FincherNicholas C. MowbrayBy Simone O. Otenaike, Robert A. Musiala, Joanna F. Wasick, Roger M. Brown, Heather K. P. Fincher and Nicholas C. Mowbray on Posted in Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Enforcement, Tax
In this issue: • New Cryptocurrency Financial Products and Platforms Announced • An FBI Raid, the $11 Billion Bitcoin Case, and Other Enforcement and Regulatory Actions in the U.S. and Abroad • Hackers Strike With 51 Percent Attack and Crypto-Mining Malware • Tax Analysis: Token Taxonomy Act Would Allow Tax-Free Exchanges of Virtual Currencies • … Continue Reading

Studies Analyze Cryptocurrency Market, New Announcements in Payments, Enterprise and Threats

Robert A. MusialaShea M. LeitchSimone O. OtenaikeNicholas C. MowbrayHeather K. P. FincherBy Robert A. Musiala, Shea M. Leitch, Simone O. Otenaike, Nicholas C. Mowbray, Heather K. P. Fincher and Roger M. Brown on Posted in Capital Markets Offerings, Cryptocurrency, Enterprise
In this issue: • Multiple Studies Analyze Recent Cryptocurrency Market Trends • Stablecoins, “Trading Pairs” and Other Developments in Cryptocurrency Payments • Threat Update: Ransomware, Crypto-mining Malware, BTMs and ICO Fraud Schemes • Blockchain Enterprise Developments in France, Spain and South Korea • UK Issues Cryptocurrency Guidance; US Issues Remain • Monetizing Positions in Cryptoassets … Continue Reading

Blockchain Developments: Government and Transport Sector Solutions, Legislation, Payment Applications and Global Enforcement Actions

Diana SternSimone O. OtenaikeJonathan D. BlattmachrJoanna F. WasickMarc PowersHeather K. P. FincherBy Diana Stern, Simone O. Otenaike, Jonathan D. Blattmachr, Joanna F. Wasick, Marc Powers, Roger M. Brown and Heather K. P. Fincher on Posted in Enforcement, Enterprise, Global, Government, Tax
In this issue: • Blockchain Transport Applications, Public Sector Initiatives, Protocol and Market Developments • Capital Markets Initiatives Continue as US Congress Issues New Research and Two New Bills • Blockchain Payments Networks Evolve, New Cryptocurrency Exchange Lands in US • SEC Achieves Settlements, FATF Evaluates UK, Regulator Actions in Denmark and New Zealand • Tax Analysis: Securitized Tokens Backed … Continue Reading

Blockchain Patents and Patient Data Pilots, Capital Markets Movements, Mining Malware, and More

Jonathan D. BlattmachrSimone O. OtenaikeBrian P. BartishRobert A. MusialaBy Jonathan D. Blattmachr, Simone O. Otenaike, Brian P. Bartish and Robert A. Musiala on Posted in Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Enterprise, Food Supply Chain
In this issue: • Blockchain Enterprise Developments in Food Supply Chain, Patient Data, Patents, Mobile Devices and More • Regulation, Investment and a Bad Week for Bitcoin: Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Capital Markets Developments • Global Regulatory Consensus Beginning to Take Shape; Cryptocurrency Mining Malware Evolves  Blockchain Enterprise Developments in Food Supply Chain, Patient Data, Patents, … Continue Reading

Ohio Accepting Bitcoin for Taxes, Multiple SEC and Financial Crime Developments, New Blockchain Capital Markets and Enterprise Initiatives

Heather K. P. FincherRobert A. MusialaDiana SternJordan R. SilversmithBy Roger M. Brown, Heather K. P. Fincher, John Busch, Robert A. Musiala, Diana Stern and Jordan R. Silversmith on Posted in Cryptocurrency, ICOs
In this issue: • Satisfying Tax and Other Liabilities With Cryptocurrency • New SEC ICO Enforcement and Developments on Unregistered Securities, Fraud, Promotions and the Howey Test • International Crypto Crime Developments, OFAC Lists Bitcoin Addresses, Cyberattacks and Fraud Schemes Uncovered • Cryptocurrencies Continue to Permeate Capital Markets as Blockchain Permeates Settlement Systems • Blockchain … Continue Reading

SEC Launches FinHub, FATF Publishes Guidance, Futures and Stablecoin Markets Mature

Taylor ThompsonJonathan D. BlattmachrJoanna F. WasickBy Taylor Thompson, Jonathan D. Blattmachr and Joanna F. Wasick on Posted in Capital Markets Offerings, ICOs, Securities & Exchange Commission
In this issue: • SEC Launches FinHub, FATF Revises Cryptocurrency Guidance • Capital Markets Developments in Futures, Stablecoins, Custody, ICOs • Blockchain Enterprise Developments for Gold, Ports, BaaS and Developers SEC Launches FinHub, FATF Revises Cryptocurrency Guidance By: Taylor Thompson On Oct. 18, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the creation of the Strategic … Continue Reading

Blockchain Developments: Government, Wine, Journalism, Asset-Backed Tokens, SEC Enforcement and More

Taylor ThompsonSimone O. OtenaikeRobert A. MusialaMarc PowersBy Taylor Thompson, Simone O. Otenaike, Robert A. Musiala and Marc Powers on Posted in Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, ICOs, Securities & Exchange Commission
In this issue: • U.S. and International Governments Address Smart Ports, Smart Cities, and Cryptocurrencies • Blockchain Enterprise Developments in Wine, Journalism, Real Estate and Mining • Blockchain Tokens Backed by Real-World Assets Appear to Grow in Popularity • SEC Enforcement Actions Announced, New Data on Cryptocurrency Hacks Published U.S. and International Governments Address Smart … Continue Reading

Global Blockchain Developments in Enforcement, Payments, ICOs and Enterprise

Simone O. OtenaikeRobert A. MusialaPanida A. PollawitBy Simone O. Otenaike, Njeri Chasseau, Robert A. Musiala and Panida A. Pollawit on Posted in Blockchain, Enforcement, ICOs
In this issue: • Cryptocurrency Enforcement Actions Continue Across the Globe • Multiple Blockchain Announcements for Asset-Backed Tokens, Payments and Exchanges • Lawmakers Seek Clarity on ICOs as New Research Is Published • Enterprise Developments: Blockchain Interoperability, Supply Chain, Identity and More Cryptocurrency Enforcement Actions Continue Across the Globe By: Panida A. Pollawit  On Friday, … Continue Reading

Blockchain Developments: NY AG Issues Report, Major Japanese Exchange Hacked, Global Attitudes Diverge and Use Cases for Social Good Emerge

Diana SternRobert A. MusialaSimone O. OtenaikeJohn C. McIlweeBy Diana Stern, Robert A. Musiala, Simone O. Otenaike and John C. McIlwee on Posted in Blockchain
In this issue: • New York Attorney General Issues Virtual Markets Integrity Initiative Report • Major Hack of Japanese Exchange, Multiple U.S. Enforcement Actions • Blockchain Capital Markets Solutions Advance, Global Regulations Diverge • Blockchain Use Cases for the Environment, Digital Identity and State Initiatives New York Attorney General Issues Virtual Markets Integrity Initiative Report … Continue Reading

Governments, Ad Industry Explore Use Cases; Blockchain Firms Seek Financial Licenses

Panida A. PollawitJonathan D. BlattmachrMichelle TanneyBy Panida A. Pollawit, Njeri Chasseau, Jonathan D. Blattmachr and Michelle Tanney on Posted in Blockchain, Cryptocurrency
In this issue: • Governments Experiment With Blockchain for Elections, Banking and Visa Applications • Advertising, Entertainment Industries Continue Investment in Blockchain • Changing Approaches to Crypto Regulatory Licensing Governments Experiment With Blockchain for Elections, Banking, and Visa Applications By: Panida A. Pollawit Governments around the world are seeking to harness blockchain to improve the … Continue Reading
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