Regulation


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US Homeland Security committee to explore bitcoin's potential in 18th Nov hearing

The US Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs is holding a hearing into bitcoin on 18th November.

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Bitcoin exchange CoinX is tackling the US market, state by state

CoinX is taking a step-by-step approach to US compliance, while also tackling European markets.

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Canada Revenue Agency says tax rules apply to bitcoin

The Canada Revenue Agency has issued an official release on how to treat bitcoin for taxation purposes.

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Senate committees to hold hearings about virtual currency

Two senate committees are expected to convene soon regarding regulatory issues related to decentralized electronic currencies such as bitcoin.

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Western Union: bitcoin isn't ready for international money transfer yet

Bitcoin isn't ready for primetime yet, says Western Union. But when it is, what will it look like?

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UK bitcoin exchange Coinfloor opens for business

New UK bitcoin exchange Coinfloor is banking on watertight KYC rules and constant contact with regulators.

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All you need to know about federal bitcoin law in Canada

Legal expert Matthew Burgoyne reveals how the Canadian federal law applies to businesses operating in Canada's bitcoin space.

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Hunger for bitcoin grows in Scandinavia as regulatory approach evolves

With Sweden hosting a 250-delegate bitcoin conference this week, Scandinavia is building a healthy bitcoin community.

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Bitcoin: the solution to startups' international banking issues?

Second-hand software site Half Price Digital shows how bitcoins can help startups avoid tricky situations.

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Capital One closes company's bank account over mere mention of bitcoin

Capital One has closed a bank account belonging to a company merely because it sells bitcoin merchandise.

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