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Bitcoin Regulation Roundup: Legislation, Liquidation and Rumor Mill

Jason Tyra examines the most significant bitcoin news from the world’s regulators and law courts.

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What Will Become of Your Bitcoins When You Die?

The Law Society is urging people to leave instructions for their intellectual property and digital media in their wills.

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Ron Paul: Bitcoin is not 'True Money'

US Congressman Ron Paul doesn't believe bitcoin is ‘true money’, but he's still a big fan of the concept.

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China's Banks Close More Bitcoin Accounts Following PBOC Deadline

There is continued uncertainty for China's bitcoin exchanges tonight as some reported verbal closure notices from banking partners.

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The Evolution of Bitcoin, from Behind a Berlin Bar

Celebrating three years accepting bitcoin, bar owner Joerg Platzer reflects on bitcoin's evolutionary changes from the merchants' side.

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US Federal Reserve Official Says He's Interested in Bitcoin Technology

Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank President Narayana Kocherlakota addressed bitcoin during a town hall meeting today.

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Price of Bitcoin Tops $500 as China Fears Subside

The price of bitcoin rose today as a long-rumored PBOC deadline passed without further action from the regulator.

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PBOC Deadline Day: Business as Usual for BTC China

BTC China's banking partners have not issued any instructions to halt deposits, says CEO Bobby Lee.

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Charlie Shrem Indicted on Federal Charges for Money Laundering

The indictment indicates Shrem and Robert Faiella had been conspiring together to funnel money into Silk Road since 2011.

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Block Chain Technology Offers New Crime-Fighting Options

A new generation of services will utilize the unique properties of block-chain technology to provide scalable security.

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