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SWIFT: Bitcoin Regulation in the EU Won't Happen Soon

The European Union (EU) is years away from implementing a consistent framework for cryptocurrency regulation, according to a new report by SWIFT.

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Europol Seeks Intern With Bitcoin Tracing Skills

Europol wants an intern with blockchain analysis skills for an open source intelligence project.

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Brazil Holds Hearing on Bitcoin Regulation Bill Amid Oversight Push

Brazil’s House of Representatives held a hearing this week to discuss a bill that would give the central bank oversight of digital currencies.

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European Commission to Assess Bitcoin's Role in Terrorist Financing

The European Commission said today that it is assessing whether digital currencies like bitcoin fuel terrorist financing and money laundering.

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Japanese Regulators Discuss Policing Domestic Bitcoin Exchanges

The Japan government is gearing up to regulate bitcoin activity more actively in the wake of the collapse of the now-defunct bitcoin exchange Mt Gox.

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FinCEN Developed Bitcoin Training for IRS Tax Examiners

FinCEN has been working with the IRS to train its examiners on relevant aspects of bitcoin technology.

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Taiwan Financial Regulator Says Bitcoin Isn't Banned

Taiwan's top financial regulator has said that its stance on bitcoin and digital currencies remains unchanged despite recent reports.

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Washington State Issues Bitcoin Warning Amid Price Volatility

Washington state has issued a new warning to potential buyers of digital currencies, citing its volatility as a potential consumer danger.

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George Osborne: Digital Currencies Could 'Play Big Part' in Finance

George Osborne, the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer, has issued new remarks about digital currencies.

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SEC Chief Urges Caution But Sees Blockchain Potential

Commissioner Kara Stein, the highest-ranking official at the US Securities and Exchange Commission, has issued new remarks about the blockchain.

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