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Gibraltar Bill Passage Paves Way for Blockchain Regulations

Lawmakers in Gibraltar approved a piece of legislation last week that fits into the government's broader plans for blockchain.

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Bitcoin 'Double Taxation' Relief Bill Introduced in Australia

Australia has introduced a new bill that, if passed, would end the country's bitcoin "double taxation" issue.

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G20 Should Create Central Bank Blockchain Consortium, Report Says

A new report sheds light on how the G20 economic forum could move to harness the benefits of blockchain technology.

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White House Fuels Growing Blockchain Interest on Capitol Hill

Blockchain interest and awareness are increasing on Capitol Hill, spurred by a series of recent high-profile events.

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Banking Trade Group BAFT Seeks Bigger Role in Blockchain Policy

BAFT's newly launched Innovation Council makes serving its members blockchain needs a top priority, and that won't likely change anytime soon.

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US Congress Reps Receive Blockchain Briefing at Capitol Hill Event

More than 15 members of Congress met with representatives of the blockchain technology industry this week in Washington, DC.

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Coinbase Joins Facebook and Uber in Internet Lobbying Group

Coinbase has become the first bitcoin company to join the Internet Association (IA), a Washington, DC-based public policy group.

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Coin Center Unveils Bitcoin-Focused Public Policy Website

Non-profit advocacy group Coin Center has launched its website with a focus on public policy issues related to cryptocurrencies.

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Could Bitcoin Become a Policy Issue for US Congress?

Bitcoin in the eyes of US Congress members is vastly different. When might they create policy around it?

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FinCEN Sends Warning Letters to Unregistered Bitcoin Businesses

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has warned bitcoin-related businesses that they must comply with federal money transmission laws.

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