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International Effort Brings Boost for Bitcoin in Vietnam

A new bitcoin exchange project in Vietnam combines German experience, Israeli technology, and local knowledge to educate and promote.

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Report Claims Colombia's Central Bank May Enact Bitcoin Ban

Colombian newspaper El Tiempo suggests the country's central bank will release new, potentially restrictive bitcoin regulation next week.

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Financial Faux Pas Highlight the Need for Decentralised Currencies

Banks issue non-performing loans, credit card companies get scammed, insurers get defrauded – so why the focus on bitcoin?

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BTC Price Declines Following False Report of Bitcoin Ban in China

A false report published by Sina Weibo was responsible for bitcoin's sharp price decline across top Chinese exchanges today.

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SEC Making Inquiries Into MPEx, SatoshiDice

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has requested details on Erik Voorhees and all investors in gambling site SatoshiDice.

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Banks, Corruption and Crypto: Can Bitcoin Change India?

Decentralized payment systems like bitcoin could influence financial innovation in India – whether the government likes it or not.

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Danish Central Bank Compares Bitcoins to 'Glass Beads'

Danmarks Nationalbank, the Danish central bank, has issued a stern warning on bitcoin, saying it has no utility value.

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7 Things Merchants Should Consider Before Hosting a Bitcoin ATM

CoinDesk speaks with BTC ATM execs and owners to examine key questions for merchants looking to host a unit.

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Bank of Thailand Suggests Bitcoin Not Illegal But Warns Against its Use

The Thai central bank has warned that bitcoin is not a currency and that its use comes with risks.

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Bitcoin's Growing Role in US Politics

With US midterm elections approaching, bitcoin's role in campaign donations will bring it further into the political spotlight.

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