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Congressional Research Service report highlights de-banking risks

On January 29, the Congressional Research Service (CRS) released a report on the challenges banks may face in providing services to certain individuals and businesses. The CRS’s report was based on the perception that an...more

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Navigating Cryptocurrency in the Marijuana Industry: Risks and Technological Solutions

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The marijuana industry has seen exponential growth over the past few years. However, the federal prohibition of marijuana poses significant challenges for businesses in this sector, in terms of payment processing and banking....more

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Current Trends in Banking for Cannabis-Related Businesses (CRBs)

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Weed, pot, reefer, Mary Jane, ganja – cannabis has as many slang names as it does methods of ingestion. No matter which name is used, cannabis is federally illegal and is included on Schedule 1 of the Controlled Substances...more

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Blockchain Week in Review - March 2019

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CFTC Plans Public Meeting Addressing Fintech, Including Blockchain Technology - On March 27, 2019, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Technology Advisory Committee will host a public meeting at the CFTC...more

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Financial Services Weekly News - January 2018

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Editor's Note - A Busy Holiday Season. We hope that all of you had a happy holiday season and wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous new year. While the Roundup has been on hiatus during the holidays, the federal...more

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