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Russian Ministry of Finance Drafts Bill Banning Bitcoin

Russia’s Ministry of Finance has announced proposals to ban the issuance of bitcoin and any operations involving cryptocurrency.

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Kyrgyzstan: Bitcoin Payments Violate State Law

The central bank of Kyrgyzstan has issued new guidance indicating bitcoin cannot be used as a payment method.

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France Inches Closer to Bitcoin Regulation

The French Senate has released a new report detailing regulations the government should apply to bitcoin transactions.

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The Promise and Pitfalls of Crypto Crowdfunding

New initiatives by Swarm are trying to push crypto-based crowdfunding forward. But are they the solution?

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BitLicense Bitcoins Will Trade at The Market Rate

Jason Tyra evaluates whether bitcoins that go through licensed exchanges will trade at market rate or at a discount.

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New York's BitLicense Proposal: The View from China

Prominent members of China's bitcoin ecosystem discuss the possible effects of proposed US regulations on the industry.

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Bitcoins Affected by New York's BitLicense May Trade at Discount

Savvy traders could profit handsomely from the bitcoin arbitrage opportunities presented by a future BitLicense, argues Jon Matonis.

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New Zealand Bitcoin ATM Operator Shuts Down After Bank Refusals

A New Zealand bitcoin ATM operator is the latest to fall victim to the banking industry's digital currency barriers.

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Steve Stockman: New York's Bitcoin Regulation Could Crush the Industry

In a new interview with CoinDesk, US Representative Steve Stockman explores the complex regulatory challenges facing bitcoin today.

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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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