Crime
Bitcoin Exchanges in Talks to Join Fight Against Child Pornography
The Internet Watch Foundation is working with bitcoin companies to prevent digital currency being used to buy online child sexual abuse imagery.
Bitcoin in the Headlines: Political Spin and Kidnapped Data
CoinDesk has looked at the top bitcoin-related headlines from across the world.
Federal Agents Arrest Bitcoin Gun Buyer in Sting Operation
A man in Boston has been charged and arrested after attempting to buy a $2,500 firearm from a dark net website using bitcoin.
Bitcoin in the Headlines: Silk Road Strikes Comedic Gold
CoinDesk has looked at the bitcoin related headlines from across the world.
Czech Police Seize $345,000 Property Linked to Bitcoin Hack
Czech police have seized a luxury property purchased with bitcoin by a couple previously linked to online drug bazaar Sheep Marketplace.
Exclusive: Silk Road Agent Gave Bitcoin Tax Advice Prior to Arrest
In a revealing 2014 interview, DEA agent Carl Force discussed his interests in bitcoin as a part-time public accountant.
Federal Agents Face Arrest for Alleged Silk Road Bitcoin Theft
Two undercover agents who contributed to the US government's efforts to take down Silk Road are expected to be arrested on Monday.
Bitcoin's 'First Felon' Charlie Shrem Begins 2-Year Sentence
Bitcoin entrepreneur Charlie Shrem begins his stint in prison today, having been sentenced in December to two years behind bars.
Secret Service Agent: Digital Currencies Fueling Cybercrime
A special agent with the US Secret Service spoke out against bitcoin this week, arguing its primary use case is in illicit transactions.
US School District Paralyzed By 500 BTC Ransomware Attack
A bitcoin ransomware attack on a New Jersey school district has grown into a investigation involving multiple federal agencies.
