Regulation


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Former US Treasury Secretary: Bitcoin Needs More Than Math to Succeed

Former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers has argued bitcoin needs stronger regulation to succeed long term.

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LazyCoins Launch Highlights Challenges for UK Bitcoin Businesses

A British startup boasting registration as a Money Services Business has launched a cryptocurrency exchange amid regulatory confusion.

London, U.K.

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Russia’s Interior Ministry Defers to Central Bank for Bitcoin Guidance

Russia's top cybercrime official has issued new statements on bitcoin and its current uncertain regulatory environment.

Moscow, Russia

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Bitcoin Panel Seeks New Take on Regulation at New Jersey Hearing

New Jersey state legislators held a hearing this week on the regulation, technology and potential surrounding bitcoin.

New Jersey

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Industry: BitLicense Revision Leaves Room for Continued Debate

CoinDesk speaks to members of the bitcoin community to assess their reaction to New York's latest BitLicense proposal.

NYDFS, New York

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Italian Central Bank: No AML Requirement for Bitcoin Exchanges

Digital currency exchanges are not required to comply with anti-money laundering rules, according to new guidance from the Banca d'Italia.

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New Jersey State Legislature to Hold Bitcoin Hearing

The legislative branch of the US government in New Jersey is holding a public hearing on bitcoin and digital currency today.

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Breaking Down New York's Latest BitLicense Revision

The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) released the latest draft version of of its BitLicense proposal.

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New York State Releases Revised BitLicense Proposal

The New York State Department of Financial Services has released a revised version of its BitLicense proposal.

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