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How Israel Can, and Should, Become Ground Zero for Bitcoin

The IRS has opened the door for Israel to become the epicentre of digital currency innovation, argues Michael Eisenberg.

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International Effort Brings Boost for Bitcoin in Vietnam

A new bitcoin exchange project in Vietnam combines German experience, Israeli technology, and local knowledge to educate and promote.

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Israeli Regulators Issue Joint Warning on Cryptocurrencies

The Bank of Israel (BoI) and the Israeli Ministry of Finance have issued a joint statement on digital currencies.

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Israeli Regulators Take “Wait and See” Approach on Digital Currencies

Israel isn't ignoring bitcoin, it is simply waiting to see what the rest of the world does first.

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In-person bitcoin exchanges spread across the globe

More and more people are trading bitcoin in person, keeping with the ethos of a decentralised, peer-to-peer currency.

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Israeli government reportedly mulling bitcoin tax

The Israeli Tax Authority is said to be considering ways to tax profits made on bitcoin.

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Israelis can now buy bitcoins in person with Bits of Gold and local exchange bureau

Bits of Gold has partnered with Global Money Transfer, enabling Israelis to purchase bitcoins at their local exchange bureau.

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Israeli banks resisting bitcoin exchanges

CoinDesk reports on how Israeli banks are resiting exchanges with virtual currencies.

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