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Blocked Bitcoin Websites Fight Government Censorship in Russian Court

Bitcoin websites blacklisted by the Russian government fought to overturn a decision to restrict their domains before a judge today.

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Bitcoin Exchange ItBit Seeks Bank License With Ex-FDIC Chair

Bitcoin exchange itBit has filed an application for a state banking license in New York, the NYDFS reports.

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Spanish Bitcoin Community Celebrates Bitcoin's VAT Exemption

Spain's bitcoin community is celebrating following confirmation that the cryptocurrency is exempt from Value Added Tax (VAT) in the country.

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EU Securities Watchdog Calls for Information on Blockchain Tech

The EU's securities watchdog has issued a call for evidence to ascertain if and when blockchain technology can "enter the financial mainstream".

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Lawsky: BitLicense Will Be Finalized By End of May

New York's finalized BitLicense regulation is expected to be released by the end of May.

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Tennessee Governor to Consider Bitcoin Campaign Donation Bill

A bill to allow political donations denominated in bitcoin will now head to the governor of Tennessee for approval.

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NYDFS Expects Final BitLicense 'Very Soon'

Two weeks after closing a final round of comment, the NYDFS suggests it's moving forward to release the final BitLicense "very soon".

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Adam Draper: New York's BitLicense Will Hurt Startup Incubators

Boost VC CEO Adam Draper has launched a petition seeking a number of changes to New York’s proposed BitLicense framework.

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Australian Central Bank: Bitcoin Regulation Not Worth the Cost

The Reserve Bank of Australia does not believe that bitcoin should be regulated currently, arguing such action may require international cooperation.

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Buttonwood SF Founder Petitions California's Proposed Bitcoin Bill

The founder of Buttonwood SF has started an online petition to request the withdrawal of its Bitlicense.

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