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Dutch Official Downplays Law Enforcement Need for Bitcoin Ban

One Dutch official is saying international cooperation, not a bitcoin ban, is needed to deter digital currency crime.

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China's Temporary QR Code Ban Could Have Implications for Bitcoin's Future

China has halted QR code transactions in a move that, though not affecting bitcoin directly, has long-term implications.

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Bundesbank Board Member Warns Against 'Highly Speculative' Bitcoin

The Bundesbank's Carl-Ludwig Thiele has issued his second warning on the digital currency this year.

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Texas Regulators Warn About Risks of 'Trendy' Digital Currencies

Regulators in Texas have warned investors about 'trendy' digital currency investments, saying they are better for younger people.

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Why Regulation Could Help Bitcoin

Many believe regulation would ruin bitcoin, but are there ways in which it could aid cryptocurrency?

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What the UK's Tax Reversal Means for Bitcoin

Indeed, getting the bitcoin community to agree what regulation is welcome will likely be a challenge all in itself.

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Icelandic Parliament Committee Holds Closed Session to Discuss Auroracoin

Iceland's Parliamentary Committee on Economic Affairs and Trade discussed auroracoin in a closed meeting on Friday, March 14.

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US Mulls Regulating Bitcoin Under Rules for Commodities

The CTFC is investigating whether it has the authority to regulate digital currencies under rules for commodities, reports say.

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Iranian Government Could Move Quickly to Regulate Bitcoin, Reports Suggest

Fars News Agency has suggested that the Iranian government is looking to act quickly to regulate bitcoin.

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Australian Tax Office Explains Bitcoin, Intends to Tax it

The Australian Tax Office has demonstrated a clear understanding of bitcoin in an individual letter to a local startup.

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