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Bitcoin Experts to Congress: Overseas Exchanges Are Enabling Cybercrime

A hearing at US congressional subcommittee yesterday saw discussion of the role cryptocurrencies play in cybercrime.

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Chinese Regulators Expected to Release Bitcoin Exchange Rules This Month

China’s central bank is reportedly expected to release new rules for bitcoin exchanges later this month.

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China's Banking Regulators Push for Blockchain Securities Rules

The Chinese securities market needs new rules focused on blockchain in order to ward off potential risks, according to a new paper.

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Virtual Currency in Washington State: What Changes in July

An overview of upcoming legal changes in Washington state that affect the virtual currency industry.

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New Hampshire Governor Signs Bitcoin MSB Exemption Into Law

The governor of New Hampshire has signed a bill into law that exempts digital currency traders from the state's money transmission regulations.

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Australia's Government Publishes Blockchain Research Studies

The Australian government's top research agency has released twin reports focused on blockchain technology.

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US Congressional Group Calls on IRS to Clarify Bitcoin Tax Guidance

A US congressional caucus is calling for more guidance from the Internal Revenue Service on the tax requirements for digital currencies like bitcoin.

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Western Union Reveals Pilot Coinbase Integration

Western Union could soon be sending people's funds via an integration with Coinbase, the remittance firm's CTO has revealed.

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CoinDesk Research Launches State of Blockchain Q1 Report

CoinDesk Research has released its full Q1 State of Blockchain report. Here's a look at six notable highlights.

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US House Committee to Hold Virtual Currency Hearing

The US House of Representatives Financial Services Committee is holding a hearing on virtual currencies this week.

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