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ECB President: Cryptocurrency Price Boom Having Limited Effect on Economy

The president of the European Union's central bank has issued new remarks that touch on the rising price of cryptocurrencies.

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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.

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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.

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Exchange Trade Group: Jurisdiction is Challenging DLT Adoption

A new report by a global industry association for securities exchanges focuses on blockchain adoption issues among its members.

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Korean Lawmaker Calls for Consumer Protection in Cryptocurrency Bill

A revision to domestic law in South Korea could soon set the stage for the nascent cryptocurrency industry to be regulated.

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European Commission Hosts Blockchain Workshop with Industry Focus

The European Commission has revealed new information about its ongoing blockchain initiatives, including the first of a series of workshops.

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GAW Miners CEO 'Will Plead Guilty' to Wire Fraud Charge

The former CEO of defunct cryptocurrency mining company GAW Miners is likely to plead guilty to a federal wire fraud charge later this week.

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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.

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Mr. Blockchain Goes to Washington

CoinDesk profiles a recent effort to educate US lawmakers on the impact and benefits of blockchain technology in Washington, DC.

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US Congressman: Cryptocurrencies Need Tighter Rules

During a speech Friday, a member of US Congress called for tighter anti-money laundering controls for cryptocurrencies.

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