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The Rate of Blockchain Patent Applications Has Nearly Doubled in 2017
The number of cryptocurrency and blockchain patent applications in the US has nearly doubled in the past year, USPTO data reveals.

Malta Is Gearing up to Greenlight Bitcoin Gambling
The nation of Malta is taking steps to legalize bitcoin and cryptocurrency for use in its domestic gaming industry.

The Big News Behind the BTC-e Arrest and Mt Gox Connection
CoinDesk takes a look at new developments in the Mt Gox case, attempting to provide an easy-to-read overview of the complex events.

$4 Billion: Russian Man Arrested for Alleged Bitcoin Money Laundering Scheme
Authorities have reportedly arrested a man believed to be behind a money laundering scheme orchestrated through bitcoin.

Delaware Governor Signs Blockchain Bill Into Law
A bill that makes it legal to use a blockchain to register corporate shares has become law in Delaware.

Arrested Hacker Claims $30 Million Bitcoin Theft – But Offers Little Proof
A Pennsylvania resident is claiming to have stolen millions in bitcoin, though he's offered police little in the way of evidence.

Garza Pleads Guilty: GAW Miners CEO Cops to $9 Million Fraud
A notorious cryptocurrency executive pleaded guilty to a count of wire fraud on Thursday. He now faces up to 20 years in prison.

Texas Congressman: Cryptocurrenices Must Not Enable Terrorists
A Texas Congressman is seeking to make public his views on cryptocurrency regulation following a hearing in Washington.

Mystery Coinbase Customer Steps up in Fight to Quash IRS Tax Hunt
A new plaintiff is emerging as a potential key player in a case pitting cryptocurrency startup Coinbase versus the IRS.

China's Chief Justice Gets Blockchain Briefing in Trip to Guiyang Courts
China's chief justice and president of the Supreme People's Court was reportedly briefed on ongoing blockchain projects last week.
