Regulation


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Bitcoin Foundation Calls for Access to Research Behind BitLicense

The Bitcoin Foundation has appealed for the release of the research behind New Yorks proposed bitcoin regulation.

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European Commissioner-Designate to Discuss Bitcoin at EU Hearing

Commissioner-designate Lord Jonathan Hill is expected to discuss digital currencies during a hearing before the European Parliament this week.

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Portuguese Manufacturer Bitcoin Já Launches New Bitcoin ATM

Portuguese manufacturer Bitcoin Já launched its first bitcoin ATM at an event in Lisbon this weekend.

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Russia Proposes Monetary Penalties for Bitcoin Use and Promotion

A proposed Russian law calls for fines to be imposed on those who create, issue or promote digital currencies.

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Australian Senate Launches Inquiry into Bitcoin and Digital Currencies

The Australian Senate is to hold an inquiry into digital currencies, as industry representatives call for tax clarity.

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8 US Politicians to Receive Bitcoin By Mail This Week

BitPAC has sent $250 worth of bitcoin donations to eight members of Congress, including Rand Paul and Paul Ryan.

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FinCEN Director: We're Not Out to Villainize Bitcoin

CoinDesk speaks to FinCEN Director Jennifer Shasky Calvery to learn more about her agency's view on bitcoin and financial crime.

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FinCEN Director Jennifer Shasky Calvery: Full CoinDesk Interview

CoinDesk's full interview with FinCEN Director Jennifer Shasky Calvery on bitcoin, dark markets and more.

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4 Court Cases Helping Shape the US Stance on Bitcoin

CoinDesk looks at the top United States court cases helping shape the country's regulatory view on bitcoin.

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MIT Students Challenge New Jersey State in Tidbit Legal Case

MIT students are challenging the State of New Jersey's demand to see the code of their bitcoin mining project.

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