Cryptocurrency Regulation

Are you keen on finding out how the regulators are treating cryptocurrencies? Then the cryptocurrency regulation section is for you. At Altcoin Buzz, we strive to find out all the peculiarities of the crypto-verse. Especially, when it comes to such tricky issues as cryptocurrency regulation. We examine the behavior of major institutions like the U.S. Security and Exchange Commission and scrutinize its approach to crypto so that you stay in the loop. We also look at other key countries around the world and compare their attitudes. This way, we want to ensure that every reader can make informed choices anywhere and at any time.

Ripple Sets Up Regulatory Team in Washington D.C.

Ripple has announced the expansion of its global regulatory team to Washington D.C., making some notable appointments and joining the Blockchain Association. Sequel to the...
Zuckerberg Defends Libra before US Congress

Zuckerberg Defends Libra Before US Congress

Facebook proposed digital currency Libra has come under scrutiny as regulators around the globe express disapproval over the project. The Libra dilemma continues as...
U.S. CONGRESS WANTS TO REGULATE STABLECOINS AS SECURITIES

US Congress Wants to Regulate Stablecoins as Securities

The United States Congress is considering a bill that classifies and regulates stablecoins as investment contracts hence as securities. Stablecoins are once again in the...
bitcoin crash 2017 CTFC blames Trump

Bitcoin 2017 Crash: CFTC Chairman Blames Trump

Christopher Giancarlo, EX-Chairman, Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) shared an untold story on Monday. He was addressing the audience at the Pantera Summit, San...
Cryptocurrency and Bank of Canada

Bank of Canada Might Create its Own Cryptocurrency

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Bitcoin and crypto has faced a lot of regulatory scrutiny and criticism from several countries and top individuals. However, many are still considering to launch...
Wilshire Phoenix refiles Bitcoin ETF proposal before the SEC

Wilshire Phoenix Refiles Bitcoin ETF Proposal Before the SEC

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The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is once again open to public opinion with regards to the updated Bitcoin ETF proposal by Wilshire...
Cryptocurrency usage shouldn't be illicit

US Regulators are Against Illicit Cryptocurrency Usage

In a joint statement, the chairmen of the three primary financial regulators in the United States affirmed their position against unlawful activities involving digital...
Gram Delay? Telegram and SEC to Argue in Court on 24th October

Gram Delay? Telegram and SEC to Argue in Court on 24th October

Telegram and its subsidiary TON Issuer Inc. have issued a disagreement letter. Apparently, the developers have been in open communication with the U.S. Securities...
Cryptocurrency tax form

Cryptocurrency Traders Beware: A New Tax Form is Here

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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is on the move. Recently, they released the new 1040 tax form. It will ask citizens whether or not...

ETH Is a Commodity, says CFTC

The Chairman of the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman, Heath Tarbert, gave a speech at Yahoo's "Finance’s All Markets Summit" in New York...