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Russian Lawmaker: Bitcoin is a CIA Conspiracy

A lawmaker from the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia is speaking out against bitcoin on the grounds it is part of a US conspiracy.

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Ex-Goldman, Paribas Execs Launch Bitcoin Derivatives Exchange

A former executive director of Goldman Sachs in London has launched a bitcoin derivatives exchange called Crypto Facilities.

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Commonwealth Secretariat Commissions Bitcoin Report for Developing Nations

A two-day event that brought together representatives from the Commonwealth Secretariat has ended with the commission of a formal bitcoin report.

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30-Day Comment Period for BitLicense Revision Begins Today

The 30-day comment period during which the public can submit comment on the latest draft of New York’s BitLicense proposal begins today.

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New Hampshire Lawmakers Debate Accepting Bitcoin for Tax Payments

Hearings conducted by the New Hampshire General Court last week focused on a proposed bill that would allow bitcoin payments for state taxes and fees.

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Vermont Finance Commissioner: We Don't Need a BitLicense

Commissioner Susan Donegan speaks to CoinDesk about her states policies on digital currency, and why she believes Vermont doesn't need a BitLicense.

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Bitcoin ATM Shutdown Spotlights Regulatory Uncertainty in Vermont

The shutdown of a bitcoin ATM in Vermont has prompted larger questions about financial regulation in the state.

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Commonwealth Secretariat to Explore Bitcoin in the Developing World

The Commonwealth Secretariat is set to hold a hearing on digital currencies to discuss how the technology might benefit the developing world.

Commonwealth of Nations

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Policy Experts Talk Transparency in Bitcoin at Foreign Affairs Event

Foreign Affairs hosted an event to discuss the issues around trust where cryptocurrency is involved in global banking, payments and identity.

Council on Foreign Relations

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BitLicense 2.0: What The Latest Revisions Mean for Bitcoin Businesses

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP attorney Marco Santori breaks down the latest BitLicense revision and what it means for bitcoin businesses.

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