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September 30, 2026

Blockchain Basics Signed, Bitcoin Bond Rejected: Q3 2026 Policy Roundup

Governor Ayotte signed New Hampshire's Blockchain Basic Laws, the Executive Council rejected the state's first bitcoin-backed bond, and the CLARITY Act fell short in the U.S. Senate. Here is what mattered in the third quarter of 2026.

June 30, 2026

Kiosk Limits Become Law and Blockchain Basics Reaches the Governor: Q2 2026 Policy Roundup

New Hampshire enacted crypto-kiosk limits and sent the Blockchain Basic Laws to the Governor after a conference committee, while the CLARITY Act cleared Senate Banking and federal stablecoin rules multiplied. Here is what mattered in the second quarter of 2026.

March 31, 2026

Blockchain Basics Back From the Brink: Q1 2026 Policy Roundup

The New Hampshire Senate revived and passed the Blockchain Basic Laws bill and advanced crypto-kiosk protections, while Washington split on market structure and regulators issued a token taxonomy. Here is what mattered for Granite State builders in the first quarter of 2026.

December 31, 2025

A Bitcoin-Backed Bond and a Shutdown in Washington: Q4 2025 Policy Roundup

New Hampshire's Business Finance Authority approved what it called the world's first bitcoin-backed municipal bond, while Blockchain Basics hit a snag in Senate Commerce and Washington emerged from a record shutdown with new market-structure drafts. Here is what mattered in the fourth quarter of 2025.

September 30, 2025

Stablecoins Get a Federal Law, New Hampshire Gets a Token Commission: Q3 2025 Policy Roundup

Governor Ayotte signed HB 310 to create a state commission on stable tokens and tokenized assets, the GENIUS Act became the first federal stablecoin law, and the House passed the CLARITY Act. Here is what mattered in the third quarter of 2025.

June 30, 2025

New Hampshire Enacts the First State Bitcoin Reserve Law: Q2 2025 Policy Roundup

New Hampshire became the first state to let its treasury hold bitcoin, the Blockchain Basic Laws stalled in the Senate, and the GENIUS Act passed the U.S. Senate. Here is what mattered in the second quarter of 2025.

March 31, 2025

A Federal Reset and Three Bills Move in Concord: Q1 2025 Policy Roundup

A new administration rewrote federal digital-asset policy by executive order and agency action, while the New Hampshire House advanced bills on a strategic reserve, Blockchain Basic Laws and a stable-token study commission. Here is what mattered in the first quarter of 2025.

December 31, 2024

A New Federal Posture After the Election: Q4 2024 Policy Roundup

SEC Chair Gensler announced his departure, the President-elect named a new SEC chair and a White House crypto czar, a federal appeals court overturned the Tornado Cash sanctions, and states began filing strategic bitcoin reserve bills. Here is what mattered in the fourth quarter of 2024.

September 30, 2024

New Hampshire Writes DAOs Into Law: Q3 2024 Policy Roundup

Governor Sununu signed New Hampshire's DAO Act and a modernized money-transmission law, while spot ether ETFs began trading and a national bitcoin reserve entered the presidential campaign. Here is what mattered in the third quarter of 2024.

July 11, 2024

The Current State of Bitcoin Layer 2 Technology

As Bitcoin’s popularity and adoption grow, so does the need for scalability solutions to address its inherent transaction speed and cost limitations. Layer 2 (L2) solutions for Bitcoin are emerging as a potential way to enhance scalability while maintaining the security and decentralization of the main chain. This article explores … Read more

July 11, 2024

The Current State of Bitcoin Layer 2 Technology

As Bitcoin's popularity and adoption grow, so does the need for scalability solutions to address its inherent transaction speed and cost limitations.

July 5, 2024

CoinMarketCap’s 2024 H1 Report: Comprehensive Insights and Trends

CoinMarketCap’s 2024 H1 report is a treasure trove of insights and trends in the ever-evolving cryptocurrency market. This detailed analysis sheds light on various aspects, from market growth and technological innovations to regulatory changes and future predictions. Below, we delve into the key highlights of the report. Market Overview The … Read more

July 5, 2024

CoinMarketCap's 2024 H1 Report: Comprehensive Insights and Trends

CoinMarketCap's 2024 H1 report is a treasure trove of insights and trends in the ever-evolving cryptocurrency market.

June 25, 2024

Louisiana's New Law on Bitcoin Rights and the Case for New Hampshire to Imitate

Louisiana’s Groundbreaking Legislation Key Provisions of the Louisiana Law Louisiana recently passed a significant bill, House Bill 488, known as the “Blockchain Basics Act,” that affirms the rights of individuals to use and manage Bitcoin and other digital assets. This legislation, introduced by State Representative Mark Wright and supported by … Read more

June 25, 2024

Louisiana's New Law on Bitcoin Rights and the Case for New Hampshire to Imitate

Louisiana's Groundbreaking Legislation: Key Provisions of the Louisiana Law. Louisiana recently passed House Bill 488, known as the 'Blockchain Basics Act.'

June 10, 2024

Growing Privacy Concerns with the SEC's New Financial Market Surveillance System

Introduction The increasing oversight and data collection by regulatory bodies such as the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) have sparked significant privacy debates. The need for robust surveillance mechanisms like the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) has grown as financial markets become more complex. However, these advancements also raise critical questions … Read more

June 10, 2024

Growing Privacy Concerns with the SEC's New Financial Market Surveillance System

The increasing oversight and data collection by regulatory bodies such as the SEC have sparked significant privacy debates.

May 30, 2024

Architectural Tradeoffs in Modern Blockchains: Insights from The Block's Protocol Prism Report

The rapid evolution of blockchain technology has paved the way for its integral role in the future digital infrastructure. The latest report from The Block, titled “Protocol Prism: Unveiling the Architectural Tradeoffs of Modern Blockchains,” offers an in-depth examination of prominent blockchain protocols’ varying design philosophies and scaling approaches. This … Read more

May 30, 2024

Architectural Tradeoffs in Modern Blockchains: Insights from The Block's Protocol Prism Report

The rapid evolution of blockchain technology has paved the way for its integral role in the future digital infrastructure.

May 29, 2024

NYSE to Introduce Bitcoin Index Options: A New Milestone in Cryptocurrency Integration

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has announced plans to list options based on the CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index (XBX), marking a significant step towards integrating cryptocurrency into traditional financial markets. This development highlights the growing acceptance and institutionalization of digital assets within mainstream finance. Key Points: Benefits: Conclusion: NYSE’s … Read more

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Blockchain Basics Signed, Bitcoin Bond Rejected: Q3 2026 Policy Roundup

Kiosk Limits Become Law and Blockchain Basics Reaches the Governor: Q2 2026 Policy Roundup

Blockchain Basics Back From the Brink: Q1 2026 Policy Roundup

A Bitcoin-Backed Bond and a Shutdown in Washington: Q4 2025 Policy Roundup

Stablecoins Get a Federal Law, New Hampshire Gets a Token Commission: Q3 2025 Policy Roundup

New Hampshire Enacts the First State Bitcoin Reserve Law: Q2 2025 Policy Roundup

A Federal Reset and Three Bills Move in Concord: Q1 2025 Policy Roundup

A New Federal Posture After the Election: Q4 2024 Policy Roundup

New Hampshire Writes DAOs Into Law: Q3 2024 Policy Roundup

The Current State of Bitcoin Layer 2 Technology

The Current State of Bitcoin Layer 2 Technology

CoinMarketCap’s 2024 H1 Report: Comprehensive Insights and Trends

CoinMarketCap's 2024 H1 Report: Comprehensive Insights and Trends

Louisiana's New Law on Bitcoin Rights and the Case for New Hampshire to Imitate

Louisiana's New Law on Bitcoin Rights and the Case for New Hampshire to Imitate

Growing Privacy Concerns with the SEC's New Financial Market Surveillance System

Growing Privacy Concerns with the SEC's New Financial Market Surveillance System

Architectural Tradeoffs in Modern Blockchains: Insights from The Block's Protocol Prism Report

Architectural Tradeoffs in Modern Blockchains: Insights from The Block's Protocol Prism Report

NYSE to Introduce Bitcoin Index Options: A New Milestone in Cryptocurrency Integration

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