ICO Trackers Are the New Gatekeepers of Crowdsales

The burgeoning ICO industry has spawned a lucrative business for tracker sites that monitor and review the latest projects. Not only do these sites earn lucrative sums for their featured reviews, but the largest have the power to make or break ICOs. Tracker websites have become the unofficial gatekeepers of crowdsales. Also read: Joystream Test Drive … Read more

Swiss Officials Fear ICOs Will Tarnish Reputation of ‘Crypto Valley’ Zug

Cryptocurrency foundations, community organizations, and entrepreneurs have helped put the lightly populated Swiss canton of Zug on the business world’s map. While the local administration has created one of the most welcoming environments for the industry, some voices fear possible negative repercussions such as bad press and an American regulatory backlash. Also Read: Survey Says … Read more

Hong Kong Regulator Halts Black Cell ICO

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has halted Black Cell Technology Limited from issuing its initial coin offering (ICO) in Hong Kong. Black Cell has agreed to distribute refunds to Hong Kong-based investors. Also Read: Bittrex to Delist 82 Altcoins at End of March  Black Cell ICO Halted in Hong Kong Hong Kong’s SFC has … Read more

SEC Dedicates Part of Its Website to Initial Coin Offerings

Most cryptocurrency enthusiasts are well aware that the SEC is cracking down on initial coin offerings. This is not entirely surprising, as the industry raises a lot of questions regarding the legitimacy of creating value out of thin air. The SEC’s website has recently been updated with a page dedicated to initial coin offerings, which is pretty interesting. … Read more