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California Bill Update Eases Burden for Bitcoin Startups

A bill currently before the California Senate has been amended to include a provisional application process for early-stage bitcoin startups.

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Brazilian Congressman Calls for Hearing on Bitcoin Regulation

Brazilian Congressman Manoel Junior has proposed a public hearing to discuss the potential regulation of bitcoin and the blockchain.

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Silicon Valley Bank: UK Should Regulate Digital Currency Firms

The UK government should regulate activity in the cryptocurrency space and help to create global legislation, according to Silicon Valley Bank.

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How Can Bitcoin Businesses Bridge the Gap With Insurers?

Drinker Biddle & Reath's Charles Cowan looks at why insurance companies have so far hesitated to work with bitcoin companies.

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Ex-Coinbase Compliance Exec: Basic Questions Still Hold Back Bitcoin

CoinDesk speaks to ex-Coinbase CCO Martine Niejadlik regarding the state of compliance and regulation in the digital currency industry.

Martine Niejadlik

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FATF: Regulate Virtual Currency Exchanges to Counter Crime Risks

Digital currency exchanges and gateways need to be tightly regulated to prevent money laundering and terrorism financing, says the latest FATF report.

Money Laundering

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NY Bitcoin Businesses Now Have 45 Days to Apply for BitLicense

The NYDFS has officially adopted the BitLicense as of its publication in the New York State Register today.

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Home Office: UK Should Create a Crime-Fighting Cryptocurrency

The UK Home Office believes the government should consider creating its own digital currency that increases the traceability of transactions.

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Bitcoin Poker Operator to Face Nevada Court on Gaming Charge

Bryan Micon, former operator of bitcoin poker website Seals with Clubs, is set to face a Nevada judge this week.

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Canadian Senate Panel Calls for 'Light Touch' Bitcoin Regulation

A report published by the Canadian Standing Senate Committee on Banking, Trade and Commerce has called for a regulatory "light touch" on bitcoin.

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