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Vault of Satoshi Founders Close Bitcoin Exchange to Focus on Netflix Startup

Canadian bitcoin exchange Vault of Satoshi has announced that it close its doors after 5th February.

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Decentral Launches Bitcoin Talk Show and Video Channel

Toronto-based startup hub Decentral has rebranded, launching a video news and dashboard site devoted to decentralized technology information.

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Bank of Canada Keeping 'Close Eye' on Digital Currencies

The Bank of Canada says it's “keeping a close eye” on risks posed by new forms of electronic money.

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'Bitcoin Guru' Andreas Antonopoulos Appears Before Canadian Senate

Bitcoin evangelist and 'guru' Andreas Antonopoulos today appeared before the Canadian Senate to answer questions about decentralization and security.

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Politician Keen for Vancouver Citizens to Pay Taxes in Bitcoin

A Vancouver politician says the city should allow residents to pay their taxes, fines and fees using bitcoin.

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Medical Marijuana Dispensary Becomes Canada’s First to Accept Bitcoin

Mega Chill, a medical marijuana dispensary based in Vancouver, is now accepting bitcoin.

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Bitcoin Compliance Solutions Startup Vogogo Goes Public

Payments and compliance startup Vogogo is now trading on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol 'VGO'.

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RushWallet Adds Instant Bitcoin Fundraising Feature

RushWallet users can now create bitcoin fundraisers, campaign trackers and payment requests directly from a browser.

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Simon Fraser First Canadian University to Accept Bitcoin Donations

Simon Fraser University became the first Canadian university to embrace bitcoin donations.

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