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University of Nicosia Issues Block-Chain Verified Certificates

Students completing the University of Nicosia's digital currency course have had their certificates preserved on the block chain.

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The ATM and the Battle for Bitcoin's Physical Interface

Bitcoin ATMs are a coveted sector that is rapidly becoming crowded with expanding incumbents and strong new players.

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Bitcoin Shop's Management Forgo Salaries as Share Price Tanks

Bitcoin Shop's management are to work without pay for six months in a bid to slash costs.

charles allen, bitcoin shop

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UK Bitcoin ATM Grosses £38k in Last Month

A bitcoin ATM in Bristol run by Satoshipoint has reportedly completed £38,000 in transactions during August.

Superfoods Bristol Storefront

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Charlie Shrem to Forfeit $950k to US Government in Plea Bargain

Further details have emerged about Charlie Shrem's plea bargain, which is seen as a "key victory" by his lawyer.

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How Bitcoin Brokers Trade Millions Without an Exchange

Some bitcoin millionaires are turning their substantial cryptocurrency holdings to fiat, not through exchanges, but through trusted brokers.

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Top US Colleges Begin Offering Bitcoin Courses

Two top American colleges, New York University and Duke University, are offering courses on cryptocurrencies for the first time.

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Meet the British Crown Dependencies Vying To Become Bitcoin Island

Two of Britain's largest Crown dependencies are vying to attract cryptocurrency companies to boost their economies.

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Citi: Miners and Merchants Are Keeping Bitcoin Prices Low

New analysis from Citi says miners and merchants are quickly selling their bitcoins, putting downwards pressure on the price.

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Bitcoin's Popularity Boosts Phishing Scam Success

Phishing scams using bitcoin as cover are the latest indicator of the digital currency's popularity.

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