Regulation


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Top Global Law Firm: Virtual Currency is Here to Stay

Cryptocurrency's advantages mean it's unlikely to completely go away, says a partner at one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the US.

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Coinbase Joins Facebook and Uber in Internet Lobbying Group

Coinbase has become the first bitcoin company to join the Internet Association (IA), a Washington, DC-based public policy group.

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Why Bitcoin Regulation Lags Where it's Needed Most

Africa has significant market potential for bitcoin companies, but its challenging regulatory environment is deterring development.

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US Bank Regulator: Virtual Currencies Could Be 'Revolutionary'

Speaking before the Institute of International Bankers this week, the US Comptroller of the Currency discussed virtual currency.

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Introducing CoinDesk Research: Exclusive Insight and Analysis

CoinDesk is pleased to announce the launch of a new in-depth analysis service, CoinDesk Research, and its first report focusing on regulation.

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Andreas Antonopoulos Makes Case for Bitcoin Before Australian Senate

Bitcoin evangelist Andreas M Antonopoulos has appeared before the Australian Senate to make the case for bitcoin.

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California Bill Proposes License Requirement for Bitcoin Businesses

A bill introduced to the California legislature aims to bring virtual currency businesses more clearly under the state’s Money Transmission Act.

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European Central Bank: Digital Currencies 'Inherently Unstable'

The European Central Bank has released a new report on digital currencies, calling them an "inherently unstable" yet innovative technology.

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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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