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HashFast Cuts 50% of Staff, Denies Bankruptcy Rumors

HashFast Technologies has announced that it has laid off 50% of its current staff.

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US Lawyer: Mt. Gox Settlement Proposal Could Make Former Users Whole

The top US lawyer prosecuting Mt. Gox previews what will be at stake in 1st May's preliminary hearing.

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FinCEN: Digital Currency Cloud Mining, Escrow Services Aren't Money Transmitters

FinCEN has released two new rulings that offer clarity and guidance to digital currency service providers.

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Family: Ross Ulbricht Conviction Would 'Threaten Internet Freedom'

Kirk and Lyn Ulbricht talk to CoinDesk about their son's case and the threat it poses to free speech.

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Investor Group Optimistic in Fight to Stop Mt. Gox Liquidation

A group of investors are seeking control of the bankrupt Mt. Gox bitcoin exchange before its assets are liquidated.

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'Emergency Hearing' Could Lead to New Discoveries in Mt. Gox Case

An emergency court hearing set for tomorrow could enable the prosecuting attorneys to obtain new fact-finding abilities.

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Investor Group Offers to Buy Mt. Gox for One Bitcoin

A group of investors has offered to purchase troubled Japan-based exchange Mt. Gox for just 1 BTC.

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US Congressman to Submit Bitcoin Tax Bill

US Congressman Steve Stockman of Texas is preparing to introduce a new bill recognizing digital currencies as legal tender.

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The US Tax Man Speaks For The First, But Not Last Time

Baker Marquart LLP lawyer Brian Klein gives his take on the IRS's latest tax ruling on digital currencies.

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Mt. Gox May Still Hold $118 Million (200,000 BTC) in Funds, Report Suggests

A Mt. Gox bankruptcy judge has revealed the exchange uncovered a lost wallet with 200,000 BTC.

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