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The Banking Industry's Varied Views on Bitcoin

Different banks are taking very different stances in their attitude towards cryptocurrencies. We look at why.

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Ukraine to Regulate Bitcoin Businesses Under Existing Laws

Despite Russia's ban, the National Bank of Ukraine has decided to follow a more European path for regulating bitcoin.

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Thai Bitcoin Exchange Reopens But Legal Standing Still Unclear

Bitcoin Co LTD has resumed full operations after the Bank of Thailand cleared it for the trading of cryptocurrencies.

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Bitcoin Regulation in the UK

How does UK regulation apply to bitcoin and other digital currencies?

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Markets

California Bill Would Make Bitcoin 'Lawful Money'

A new Senate bill is looking to give US dollar alternatives firmer legal footing in California.

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Bank of Greece Breaks Silence on Bitcoin

The Greek bank has just issued its first statement on bitcoin, warning consumers of the potential investment risks.

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Why Life Under Bitcoin Regulation Will Be Worse Than Investors Think

Wall Street veteran Bruce Fenton discusses the pitfalls of working under the burden of traditional financial regulation.

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Canada's Finance Minister Prepares to Regulate Bitcoin

Get ready, Canadian bitcoin advocates: you're about to be regulated.

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India's Government Claims the RBI is Examining Virtual Currencies

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is reportedly examining the legal and security impact of virtual currencies.

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Major Multinational Bank Trials Integration with Bitcoin

South Africa's Standard Bank, the largest in Africa, is piloting a functional bitcoin portal developed by Singapore company Switchless.

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