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Telegram Argues that Its Gram Token Is Not Security
By Christopher Hamman
October 18th, 2019
Telegram files a counter-argument in the US courts saying that its token Grams is not a security.
Telegram to Delay TON Launch for Six Months due to Issues with SEC
By Teuta Franjkovic
October 17th, 2019
The issues with SEC have enforced Telegram to postpone the deadline for launching its Telegram Open Network (TON).
Telegram Might Postpone Issuing Its Gram Tokens till 2020
By Tolu Ajiboye
October 16th, 2019
According to the current reports, Telegram is seriously considering the temporary abandonment of its plans to issue Gram tokens due to problems with the SEC.
TON vs SEC: What Is Telegram’s Next Move?
By Tolu Ajiboye
October 14th, 2019
The SEC is looking to stop Telegram from issuing its GRAM tokens, for violating the Commission’s rules. Telegram is yet to make an official decision, however, how much of a play does the company have?
Ted Livingston States Kik Messenger Is Not Shutting Down
By Darya Rudz
October 14th, 2019
Despite the battle against the US SEC Kik will not shut down. It has been announced that Kik is going to struggle for its existence.
SEC, CFTC and FinCEN Release Joint Statement for Crypto Regulation
By Tolu Ajiboye
October 14th, 2019
Three major financial regulators released a statement specifically to the crypto sector, explaining that all financial institutions must follow laid down banking laws.
Telegram May Delay Token Launch as SEC Halts U.S. Sales
By Bhushan Akolkar
October 14th, 2019
In a letter to the investors, Telegram assured that it is working on the possible solution for the token launch and is currently talking to the SEC authorities.
Breaking: SEC Orders to Halt Telegram’s $1.7 Billion Gram Token Sale
By Bhushan Akolkar
October 12th, 2019
Telegram faces a major roadblock in releasing its Gram tokens on the native TON network as the SEC slaps a restraining order on its token-sale calling its “unlawful”.
We’re Close to Bitcoin ETF Approval, Says Optimistic Bitwise Executive
By Tolu Ajiboye
October 8th, 2019
Ahead of the SEC’s Bitcoin ETF deadline, Bitwise’s director is optimistic for a positive ruling. According to him, the market has grown significantly, making it stable enough to allay the SEC’s fears.
Telegram to Officially Launch TON Network by October 31
By Teuta Franjkovic
October 3rd, 2019
Telegram has conducted the world’s largest initial coin offering back in early 2018, netting a whopping 1.7B from a batch of accredited investors. TON Blockchain is supposed to be launch by Oct. 31. Otherwise, it will have to refund its investors.
U.S. SEC Charges Block.one for Its $4 Billion ICO and It’s Not as Heavy as You Think
By Christopher Hamman
October 1st, 2019
Block.one settles with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over its ICO which raised about $4.1 Billion. The fine, however, is less than expected.
Overstock along with Its Former CEO and CFO Sued for Securities Fraud
By Janis Rijnieks
September 30th, 2019
An investor from Canada has sued Overstock along with its ex-CEO and ex-CFO for securities fraud. He says that the company made false statements and manipulated the stock price.
SEC’s ‘Crypto Mom’ Hester Peirce Believes Digital Assets Could Be the ‘Money of Internet’
By Bhushan Akolkar
September 27th, 2019
SEC’s Hester Peirce stated that cryptocurrencies prove to be important “transaction mechanisms” and their “store of value” is an important function of the digital assets.
Kik Founder Vows to Fight On Despite Obstacles Presented by the U.S. SEC
By Christopher Hamman
September 26th, 2019
CEO of the once-popular messaging app Kik has indicated that the firm will go to trial against the United States Securities and Exchange Commission of classification of their Cryptocurrency token Kin as a security.
SEC Delays Decision on Wilshire Phoenix Bitcoin ETF
By Teuta Franjkovic
September 25th, 2019
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed its final verdict on the Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) that is backed by investment firm Wilshire Phoenix. The rule change proposal is currently being evaluated.