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Mt. Gox’s Lesson in Logic, the ATM that Doesn’t Exist, and Tips for the Future

This week, John Law invents insults for Gox clients, finds a DIY ATM and has a rather good idea.

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PayPal Likes Digital Currencies? Yawn

Paypal is the pioneer in digital payments – of course it isn't going to ignore the rise of bitcoin.

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Why Lightspeed Venture Partners Sees Bitcoin as a Good Investment

The company has a global reach and a track record investing in bitcoin startups. We look at why.

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Forget Tulip Mania, the Netherlands is Leading Bitcoin Innovation

A Dutch bank recently publicly bashed bitcoin but, ironically, the country is today a hub for bitcoin innovation.

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Ben Lawsky: Friend or Foe?

We take an in-depth look at Benjamin Lawsky, the man and his record, to predict his future regulation.

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Bitcoin's Recent Price Plunge Could Have Been Worse, Wedbush Finds

A new report by Wedbush Securities suggests that even bitcoin's recent volatility is proof that its ecosystem is stabilizing.

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The Rise of the Cryptocurrency Gift Economy

Contrary to popular belief, the majority of bitcoins aren't spent on gambling services or narcotics, but tips and donations.

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The Banking Industry's Varied Views on Bitcoin

Different banks are taking very different stances in their attitude towards cryptocurrencies. We look at why.

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Why Mt. Gox May Be Headed for Bankruptcy

Mt. Gox’s troubles raise a number of red flags that make comparisons with now-bankrupt online gambling sites highly relevant.

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Bitcoin Regulation in the UK

How does UK regulation apply to bitcoin and other digital currencies?

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