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US Postal Service Explores Adding Bitcoin Exchanges

The US Postal Service recently explored ways virtual currencies could increase its revenue in a Washington, DC meeting.

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Bitcoin Holders Face Uncertainty Over Tax Returns

This financial year many bitcoin users will consider putting their gains on their tax returns. But how?

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Congressional Leaders, Foundation Praise FinCEN Guidance

Government came out in support of FinCEN's guidance yesterday. But don't stop now, they added.

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Estonian Central Bank Warns Bitcoin May be a 'Ponzi Scheme'

The Central Bank of Estonia has warned bitcoin may be a "ponzi scheme", but is monitoring its growth.

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Community Debates What's Next After New York Hearings

New York's hearings this week were a precursor to Bitlicense regulation. So what should happen next?

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FinCEN Declares Bitcoin Miners, Investors Aren't Money Transmitters

FinCEN stated that virtual currency miners and investors aren't subject to money transmitting laws.

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What Will Chinese New Year Mean for Bitcoin?

It's Chinese New Year, and a deadline for payment processors and bitcoin exchanges is approaching, but most aren't worried.

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Fred Wilson: Freedom and Innovation are Two Sides of the Same Coin

Fred Wilson shares his thoughts after testifying at yesterday's public hearing for the State Department of Financial Services, NYC.

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Bitcoin Hearings Day 2: Bitcoin Businesses Court Regulation in NY

Day two of New York's bitcoin hearings saw the emergence of a loose consensus of regulatory goals.

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Everything You Need to Know About the New York Hearing on Bitcoin

Find out the key information about this week's hearings on bitcoin in New York.

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