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The Case for Merging Mexico's Peso With Block Chain Technology

In Mexico, a team of bitcoin enthusiasts are developing plans for a digital peso.

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Austria Offers 'Contradictory' Guidance on Bitcoin's Financial Status

Two ministers have given new guidance on tax and accounting rules for bitcoin, but some advice varies, say commentators.

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Ecuador Bans Bitcoin, Plans Own Digital Money

The National Assembly of Ecuador has created a new electronic currency, while banning bitcoin and other decentralized alternatives.

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Beyond New York: What Lies Ahead for Bitcoin

Contrary to some statements, bitcoin's fate will not be decided by lawmakers and regulators in the next 18 months

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Coin Congress Day 1: Debate Over New York Regulation Rages On

The first day of Coin Congress consisted of opinions on the NYDFS framework and an interesting BTC trading presentation.

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Mt. Gox Creditors' Meeting Delivers Few Answers and One Apology

Mt. Gox's bankruptcy trustee and CEO Mark Karpeles faced creditors for the first time today, but many answers remain.

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The Real Reason Banks Don't Like Bitcoin

A banking professional lists the reasons banks are reluctant to deal with bitcoin, and it involves compliance and costs.

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Isle of Man Clarifies Regulation for Digital Currency Businesses

The island's Financial Supervision Commission has explained the application of existing regulations on bitcoin businesses.

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Can New York's BitLicense Prevent Another Mt. Gox Catastrophe?

Proposals on cyber management, information security and disaster management are aimed at stopping similar disasters for customers.

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Chamber of Digital Commerce Launches to Advance Bitcoin in Washington

Organisation leader Perianne Boring laid out her vision for the new lobbying group at NABC Chicago today.

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