startups
Bitcoin Ideology and the Tale of Casascius Coins
Mailing bitcoin private keys on a coin-shaped metal disc could be considered money transmission in the US.
Canadian Investor GreenBank Capital Launches Bitcoin-related Subsidiaries
GreenBank Capital has launched two new subsidiaries which will invest in bitcoin startups and cryptocurrency in general.
Additional Sources Confirm China's Payment Processor Ban, Bitcoin Price Falls $200
The bitcoin price dropped $200 after confirmation of China's block on business between third-party payment companies and bitcoin exchanges.
SecondMarket’s Bitcoin Investment Trust Amasses $61.1 Million in 3 Months
The Bitcoin Investment Trust has grown 575% in value since its inception, closely tracking bitcoin's own volatile value.
Polish Web Design Company Pays Salaries in Bitcoin
One of Poland's first businesses to accept bitcoin payments offers employees the chance to receive their salaries in bitcoin.
Entertainment Company Wayi to Become Taiwan's First Bitcoin Exchange
Taiwanese company Wayi wants to become Taiwan's first bitcoin exchange, and announced it will begin accepting bitcoin.
No, You Can’t Invest in Bitcoin Through Fidelity's IRAs
Fidelity is denying claims that bitcoin can be used in self-directed IRAs (Individual Retirement Accounts) held through the company.
Bitcoin Mint Casascius Shut Down By US Regulators
Casascius has stopped minting its collectible coins, following FinCEN's claims it was an unregistered “money transmitter”.
Baidu-owned Hao123 Launches Dedicated Bitcoin News Portal
Hao123.com, a popular Chinese web portal owned by Baidu, has launched a bitcoin news aggregator and information page.
Lemon Wallet Acquired by LifeLock for $42.6 Million
Identity theft protection company LifeLock has acquired Lemon Inc, creator of an innovative digital wallet, for $42.6m.
