Swiss gov’t starts consultation process for blockchain laws
The Swiss government will enforce new blockchain laws in less than a year. Switzerland’s Federal Department of Finance has initiated a consultation process for a blanket ordinance in the blockchain and distributed ledger technology space. The consultation will happen among cantons, parties and other interested groups in this space. It is scheduled to continue for more than three months, ending on Feb. 2, 2021. This is a part of the Swiss government's active interest in promoting blockchain and cryptocurrency. The consultation to create better laws for the blockchain industry comes only a....
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