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Regulatory issues in blockchain technology

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  • Peter Yeoh

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Purpose - This paper aims to examine the key regulatory challenges impacting blockchains, innovative distributed technologies, in the European Union (EU) and the USA. Design/methodology/approach - A qualitative perspective underpins the study. This paper relies on primary data from applicable statutes and secondary data from the public domain including relevant case study insights. Findings - The smart regulatory hands-off approach adopted in the EU and the USA to a large extent bodes well for future innovative contributions of blockchains in the financial services and related sectors and toward enhanced financial inclusiveness. Practical implications - The paper’s findings provide support for blockchain technology to advance with minimum regulatory brakes for greater value-adding and efficiency advancement, especially for financial services, thereby expanding accessibility and therefore financial inclusiveness. Originality/value - This paper helps to draw greater attention to the technology underpinning virtual currencies. It also highlights other economic potentials flowing from blockchain advancement.

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  • Peter Yeoh, 2017. "Regulatory issues in blockchain technology," Journal of Financial Regulation and Compliance, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 25(2), pages 196-208, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:eme:jfrcpp:jfrc-08-2016-0068
    DOI: 10.1108/JFRC-08-2016-0068
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