Blockchain technology utilizes a distributed digital ledger to record and track information, and can be leveraged to gain transparency and certainty in transactions ranging from cryptocurrency to supply chain tracking. This blog provides information on the legal developments surrounding implementation of blockchain technology, with an initial focus on the financial services sector.
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Interagency Joint Statement on Crypto-Asset Policy and OCC Interpretive Letter Released the Same Day
by: Stephen T. Gannon , Matthew B. Comstock , Lisa Weingarten Richards | (November 24, 2021)
Banking regulators appear to have begun their “policy sprint” in the crypto space by announcing plans for future guidance and narrowing past guidance.
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Acting OCC Head Calls for "Comprehensive Consolidated Supervision" of Certain Crypto Firms
by: Jonah R. Hecht | (November 17, 2021)
Hsu Calls for Supervision Before a Crisis Emerges
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Commissioner Discusses the Opportunities and Risks of DeFi
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Today, November 10, 2021, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) initiated proceedings against American CryptoFed DAO LLC (“CryptoFed”) and suspended the company’s registration of its Ducat and Locke tokens.
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OCC's Hsu Calls for Bank-Like Regulation of Fintech Companies
by: Jonah R. Hecht | (November 04, 2021)
Hsu says there is a need to "Level Up" banking and finance.
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Jury Finds Crytpo Mining-Linked Products Were Not Securities
by: Jonah R. Hecht | (November 04, 2021)
Case Marks the First Jury Verdict on Whether a Cryptocurrency Product Is a Security
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Highly-Awaited Report Sets Forth Stablecoin Risks and Recommendations to Address Them
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