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A Bitcoin Rally After Tax Day? Don't Bet the Farm On It

There are several reasons to discount the contribution of tax-related selling to the Q1 bear market – and thus the chances of a post-April 17 rebound.

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Credit Karma: Almost No One Is Reporting Crypto Tax Gains

Tax firm Credit Karma reported that less than 1 in 250 users reported cryptocurrency gains or losses on their tax forms.

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Morocco Extradites Alleged 'Bitcoin Store' Fraudster to U.S.

Moroccan authorities have extradited a British national to the U.S. on fraud charges for running the "Bitcoin Store" exchange under false pretenses.

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Bitcoin Thief Could Be Caned for $300K Robbery in Singapore

Two bitcoin brokers in Singapore were assaulted and robbed by nearly $300,000 in cash while meeting with a prospect bitcoin seller offline.

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Kenya's Central Bank Chief Warns Again On Crypto Risks

Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is now in line with other banks in blacklisting digital currencies and warns customers and banks dealing with it.

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Bermuda Wants Crypto Regulation to Fuel 'Phenomenal' Business Growth

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has published a consultation paper that is seeking public feedback on a proposed regulation on cryptocurrencies.

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Another Washington County Puts Freeze on Bitcoin Mining

Public utility officials in yet another county in the U.S. state of Washington have placed a moratorium on new crypto mining operations Wednesday.

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CabbageTech CEO Concedes in CFTC Crypto Fraud Suit

CabbageTech CEO Patrick McDonnell has ceased his fight with the CFTC, potentially affirming the regulator's power to oversee cryptos as commodities.

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NY Regulator Argues BitLicense Regulation Boosted Businesses

Maria Vullo highlighted the state's early involvement in cryptocurrency. But many think New York's BitLicense desperately needs an overhaul.

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Police Abruptly Halt Chinese Blockchain Conference

A blockchain-themed conference in Shanghai was suspended by police on Thursday for so-far unclear reasons.

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