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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

6 years

Excited and humbled to be joining the Board of Directors of @Ripple . Making financial services more efficient, more secure and more fair.

Ripple

@Ripple

6 years

Ripple is growing and with the appointment of @benlawsky as a new board member and @ronxwill as our new CFO, we’re on a path to accelerate adoption of blockchain and digital assets in the years ahead.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

Big day. New York issues first charter to a virtual currency company: @itBit (a Bitcoin Exchange) http://t.co/CXrYTrtpGk

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

6 years

Little bit of news on my end today.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

The revised BitLicense Reg can be found on our website here: http://t.co/QNAhDI3pYL

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Here is the announcement describing the new proposed virtual currency rules. #bitcoin http://t.co/4U80vKvFCd

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Thoughtful speech by @USTreasury 's David Cohen on virtual currencies -- very much worth reading http://t.co/HpdfYLYjCq

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

DFS extending comment period for the Bitlicense reg an additional 45 days to October 21, 2014. http://t.co/VHP7TP4EXm #Bitcoin #BitLicense

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

Not meant as a criticism of disco “ @twobitidiot : Regulatory line of the year: "We have a disco-era payment system." - @BenLawsky ”

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Very thoughtful piece by @pmarca on #bitcoin and its benefits, potential. Worth the long read whether ur pro or con. http://t.co/KMZoKzLiC1

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

There needs to be a word for wishing one had sent another's tweet. “ @DanaPerino : Omg people in Denver are going to get so high tonight.”

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

7 years

If ur not watching this I highly recommend it. Turn to ESPN now. Go @StanfordWVB

NCAA Women's Volleyball

@NCAAVolleyball

7 years

. @StanfordWVB on another run! Card has won 5 of 6 to take a 9-7 lead in the second on ESPN2. #NCAAVB

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

More details here on today's important news that @NYDFS has licensed first #bitcoin exchange @itBit -- http://t.co/TCWN8p5f0k

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

All 3,746 public comments DFS received on Bitlicense now live on our site. Revised reg should be out later this month http://t.co/cvkrFrwjMx

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

DFS making good progress on virtual currency regs. Sorry for running slightly behind. Should have proposal out in next week or 2. #bitcoin

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

I had the pleasure of spending about an hour today with @ArthurLevitt talking #finreg and #bitcoin . A very special and wise man.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

Speaking tmrw on the latest in DFS digital currency regulation. Here's information on the event & livestream. http://t.co/PCFvwTItEz

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

CHART: United Nations of #Bitcoin . DFS hearings had 14,000+ viewers (with 32K streams) from 117 countries. http://t.co/jQ1Pjt1QuI

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

11 years

FT calls Banker's New Clothes "the most important book to have come out of the financial crisis." No argument here. @anatadmati

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

When some are backing away from virtual currencies, NYS "is taking a big step forward." Via @RachelAbramsNY http://t.co/HBrXxpDKEz

Virtual Exchange Plans Are Sought in New York

Benjamin Lawsky, the superintendent of New York’s Department of Financial Services, issued his first public order on virtual currencies like Bitcoin, calling for proposals for creating regulated...

archive.nytimes.com

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

We're outlining updates to our BitLicense reg framework tmrw at @BPC_Bipartisan . Info on event here: http://t.co/mzQY2zj1nx #bitcoin

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Here's my "Proof" picture for @reddit_AMA on #Bitcoin at 1230pm EST today. P.S. The SNES refs cracked us up. http://t.co/6svPO3akNF

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

FYI on future Reddit AMA about #Bitcoin . I'll be posting under Reddit username "BenLawsky". (Very original, I know.)

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Gr8 piece. Should be ready widely. MT" @fredwilson : . @BenLawsky excellent post: What's Not Being Said About Bitcoin http://t.co/p5ltiFglBe"

What’s Not Being Said About Bitcoin | TechCrunch

Mt.Gox is gone. The one-time biggest Bitcoin exchange closed its doors this week and filed for bankruptcy this morning. Questions about the future of Bitcoin have once again been up-leveled to the...

techcrunch.com

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

7 years

It's that one day a year when the subway platform is cooler than outside. Enjoy it while you can.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

FYI -- I'll be stopping by Reddit for #Bitcoin AMA around 1230pm EST tmrw (Thurs). Post should be live abt 15-20 min before that for Qs.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

6 years

Sundown 9/11/18. Prayers for all those we lost. #neverforget

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

4 years

#NYDIG

Michael del Castillo

@DelRayMan

4 years

BREAKING: $10 billion asset manager Stone Ridge spins-off bitcoin subsidiary managing more than $300 million in bitcoin, ethereum, XRP and more:: via @ForbesCrypto

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Thanks to all for request/feedback on doing a Reddit AMA about #Bitcoin . Working to set up a time soon. Hopefully later this week.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

5 years

My friend Jeff Solomon with some beautiful memories of Cecil and David Rosenthal. RIP. #PittsburghStrong

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

We also posted the new reg framework for virtual currencies on Reddit where we did an AMA in Feb. #bitcoin http://t.co/QoSbWBmAdw

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Me too “ @jamesduchenne : Cracked up when I saw this meme.. #bitcoin #supernintendo lawsky.. #bitcoin fun!! http://t.co/3mCO2z0jjH”

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

The comment period for the revised BitLicense ends on March 27. More info on how to comment here: http://t.co/mQy2y8Fkt2 #bitcoin

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

We've been getting great comments and are working hard on revisions. Extension makes sense. http://t.co/VHP7TP4EXm

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

V interesting dev “ @DanDoctoroff : Bitcoin: Love it or hate it, you can now track it on the Bloomberg terminal | http://t.co/MkG4GAgg2s”

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

DFS is today issuing a proposed comprehensive regulatory framework for virtual currencies. #bitcoin . Here it is: http://t.co/4UpSH9Fx6Q

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

8 years

View now from where I stood 15 years ago when second plane hit. Time for a few prayers, hope, love. #NeverForget

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Here are some issues we're considering on oversight for virtual currency firms. Comments/feedback welcome. http://t.co/FrrkXFzaTP #bitcoin

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

. @barrysilbert @jeremysliew @fredwilson @winklevoss & @tylerwinklevoss will give the investor perspective at NYDFS virtual currency hearings

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Long line at Western Union on 8th ave during Sunday walk. Big fees, big biz. @pmarca http://t.co/hKdfNwoRZA

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

7 years

Per Curium -- meaning no single judge signed it -- all 3 Judges spoke as one.

Attorney General Bob Ferguson

@AGOWA

7 years

DENIED. UNANIMOUS. PER CURIUM.

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@BenLawsky

6 years

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

More on insurance inversions via @BloombergNews . Costing taxpayers billions. http://t.co/oFvA1EMxm3

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

@walne We received it. Thanks. Will try to ensure there is sufficient time for robust and thoughtful comments. Everyone benefits from that.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

6 years

Grew up in the neighborhood. Have been to more Bar Mitzvahs there than I can count. Prayers for Pittsburgh and Tree of Life.

Aditi Kinkhabwala

@AKinkhabwala

6 years

If you think it will never happen in your neighborhood, if you think hate is someone else’s problem... please stop. Some of my best friends belong to this synagogue. My son goes to school at another synagogue here in Pittsburgh. Whoever you pray to, please do. #TreeofLife

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

4 years

#NYDIG is growing with some terrific new additions to the team. Much more to come.

NYDIG on LinkedIn: At NYDIG, we deliver a set of world class solutions that sit at the…

At NYDIG, we deliver a set of world class solutions that sit at the intersection of the highest levels of traditional finance and cryptocurrency - and that…

www.linkedin.com

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

7 years

Will be MC'ing this timely conference. More than 20 insurance commissioners & cyber risk experts from across the globe will attend.

National Association of Insurance Commissioners

@naic

7 years

Coming soon: A joint cybersecurity forum w/ @Stanford_Cyber . Tentative agenda & registration: #NAICCyber

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

If ur not watching the national #spellingbee on ESPN, turn it on. I love the NBA and NHL but this is just as exciting. These kids are genius

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

Here's a link to today's talk about the final #bitlicense framework.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

5 years

Came across these lines from Mary Oliver in a book two nights ago: “Instructions for living a life: Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it.” #RIPMaryOliver

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Ok. Will try “ @ericbeland : @BenLawsky Impressed w/ your open approach! Highly rec getting feedback by doing an AMA. http://t.co/RmFR60SZOS”

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

6 years

If anyone ever deserved an assist and the hoop...

BBALLBREAKDOWN

@bballbreakdown

6 years

LEBRON DOESN’T NEED TEAMMATES

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

5 years

Enjoyed being part of this panel on #Fintech in the #MENA region with my friend Richard Teng at #MIGlobal in Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi Global Market

@ADGlobalMarket

5 years

We need all our #financialcentres to be successful & together, grow the pie bigger to support the needs of the #MENA region. So that the #financial industry & #Fintech community can thrive & sustain the economy, said #RichardTeng #ADGMFSRA #MIGlobal @MilkenInstitute #IFC

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Great NYC sunset. Spring coming. http://t.co/8LkEJ4WEvp

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

5 years

I’ve always been proud of my Pittsburgh and Squirrel Hill roots but never more so than over the past few days. #PittsburghStrong #squirrelhillstrong

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

6 years

Read.

Sam Farmer

@LATimesfarmer

6 years

I printed this Nick Foles quote because it is just so excellent:

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

Can't make it up dept: The DFS building is today playing Lehman Bros as they film The Big Short in our lobby. #cameo http://t.co/QYXPsmJA5A

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

7 years

Eight Presidents are from Ohio. Grover Cleveland is not one of them. #PresidentsDayTrivia

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

@aantonop Would be interested in discussing.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

5 years

Mine too. I do and will always support them. You should too. @HIASrefugees

Gary Shteyngart

@Shteyngart

6 years

My family was resettled by @HIASrefugees , one of the greatest organizations that has ever existed. Today more than ever, they deserve your support.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

Very excited this book just arrived. Hot off the presses -- 2014 edition. #NerdAlert http://t.co/6YKbMjAjMX

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Here's link to @reddit_AMA on #Bitcoin . I'll be there to start answering questions around 1230pm EST. http://t.co/iZUE5Ka7pI

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

7 years

Woman just fell onto tracks at W4th St 30 feet from breaking train. 4 brave NYers jumped onto tracks and we hoisted her out. #NewYorkers

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

8 years

Staring at couple of shelves of my favorites before time runs out on #NationalBookLoversDay

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

8 years

Great morning to be back at Columbia to talk about the continued evolution of payment systems. #fintech #blockchain

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

8 years

Moved to finally read this again. Been meaning to for years. #TheGreatest

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Interesting -- Just saw a huge billboard on the Long Island Expressway saying "Donate Bitcoins" to a particular foundation. #BTC

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Nice line from @errollouis on @RoadToCityHall : "There's no progressive way to get the snow off the streets."

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

Gr8 to see 22 firms applying for #BitLicense in NY. Licensed firms will protect consumers & prevent money laundering. http://t.co/mD7fHzM4YJ

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

Late to this. Today is #NationalPizzaDay . Dinner plans changing.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

6 years

Got mine @bradmeltzer . Can’t wait to kick back with #TheEscapeArtist . Late night ahead.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

Very interesting development. Have known Weinstein for years and he has a lot of credibility with law enforcement.

Paul Vigna

@paulvigna

9 years

Exclusive: New Blockchain Alliance seeks to ferret out bad guys, bolster #bitcoin ’s image

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Guy in front of me at Murray's getting strawberry cream cheese on a cin-raisin bagel. Trying hard not to be judgmental.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

6 years

Just arrived — Advanced copy of the new book from my friend @BradleyTusk . Looking forward to a fun read this weekend. #TheFixer

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Best piece I read today. Subprime auto “ @ftcomment : "The financial world has a short memory....." - Gillian Tett http://t.co/aJGGpGGq1J”

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@BenLawsky

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Good to hear from Amman! " @FouadJeryes : @benlawsky of DFS replied to my quest on #Bitcoin @reddit_AMA #BTC #AmmanTT http://t.co/qhocOa1Gcx"

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

. @NYDFS moving to license virtual currency exchanges in NY. #Bitcoin http://t.co/vgGjWDlbJ8.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

8 years

Amazing and important news: @stripe is bringing @atlas to #Cuba opening the way for innovation and global commerce.

Ahead Of Historic Obama Trip, Stripe Lends Hand To Cuba's Tech Entrepreneurs

Havana has a vibrant tech-startup scene. Doing business online is about to get a lot easier for its entrepreneurs. (Photo credit: Miguel Helft) Cuba has virtually no Internet access. Its citizens...

www.forbes.com

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

8 years

Go figure.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Just finished @reddit_AMA . Thanks for grt Qs and feedback. Will try to answer more later in day. http://t.co/iZUE5Ka7pI

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Interview in Recode re: future of #bitcoin “ @Recode : Will Bitcoin Live Or Die in New York? / http://t.co/iEuZ3e29pq”

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Ben Lawsky

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5 years

@angeladuckw 2/2. Son smiles at one point, not b/c Dad is being nice but b/c he realizes that dad is completely dialed in on son’s work. Shows a level of care and intent and love that will stay with son long after memories of the game have faded. @KingJames @angeladuckw

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

5 years

Crazy puzzle! An unexpected mind bender on a Tuesday. Touché @NYT_Crossword

Jenny Boylan 🍯

@JennyBoylan

5 years

Sunday time on a Tuesday. I hope you’re happy, @NYT_Crossword . Each segment I solved, I solved with an audible groan of agony, like, "UGH! and "You have GOT to be kidding me!" I beat this like I was taking antibiotics for a UTI. @rexparker @NYTimesWordplay

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Ever run a 4:42 mile? Me neither. Dennis Kimetto just averaged a little under that for an entire marathon breaking the 2:03 barrier. Wow

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

6 years

Important piece. Read it. Thanks @WilliamCohan

William D. Cohan

@WilliamCohan

6 years

The Big, Dangerous Bubble in Corporate Debt It's only a matter of time, unfortunately

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

9 years

Comments from people like @BrianForde @HansMorrisSF @tpbrown5 @jerallaire @Ripple were well taken. #bitlicense

CoinFox

@coin_fox

9 years

Bitlicense 3.0 is out. It looks like @BenLawsky listened to @BrianForde

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Looking fwd to it " @BitcoinTeam : The reddit AMA for Super Nintendo @BenLawsky tomorrow at 1230 EST. Will play role in bitcoin future. #btc "

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

8 years

Big move from @NYGovCuomo to fight terrorist financing through bank channels.

DealBook

@dealbook

8 years

New York Proposes New Banking Rules to Staunch Flow of Illicit Financing

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Answered some more @reddit_AMA Qs this evening. Also recorded a short video to thank everyone who joined the AMA http://t.co/rNefmBr3wF

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Not the usual morning jog. http://t.co/uFwtaj5XeP

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Happy happy birthday to @NYDFS ! Three-years old today. And a big thank you to all the people who work so hard there each day.

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

7 years

Congrats to @mikeconsedine who is a great choice to lead the #NAIC . Worth a follow if you care about insurance reg.

National Association of Insurance Commissioners

@naic

7 years

Michael Consedine ( @mikeconsedine ) to Serve as NAIC CEO #NAICMiami #NAICDailyNews

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

2 years

News from @NYDIG_BTC .

NYDIG

NYDIG is a vertically integrated bitcoin financial services and infrastructure firm committed to market-leading regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

nydig.com

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Ben Lawsky

@BenLawsky

10 years

Good pts by Summers. " @barrysilbert : Former US Treas. Secretary Calls Bitcoin an "Innovative" Solution http://t.co/Act84MfUIk via @coindesk "

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