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Bitcoin Spam Tests 'Could Violate UK Law'

The bitcoin stress tests planned by CoinWallet could breach UK law, a legal professional has suggested.

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US Silk Road Agent Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering

A US secret service agent who stole $820,000 worth of bitcoin pled guilty yesterday to money laundering and obstruction of justice.

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Research Examines Blockchain Securities Under US Commercial Law

Cryptosecurities may not be subject to commercial transactions law under the US Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), according to new research.

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US Arms Dealer Allegedly Used Bitcoin for Purchases

A Michigan man has been indicted for allegedly using bitcoin to purchase and ship illegal gun components overseas.

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GAW Miners Lawsuit Ends With $340k Default Judgement

A Mississippi court has ordered a judgment of default in favor of a state electric utility in its case against GAW Miners.

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Tokyo Court: Bitcoin Not Subject to Ownership

Tokyo's District Court has ruled that bitcoin is "not subject to ownership", with a judge telling a plaintiff he couldn't claim for lost Mt Gox coins.

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Coin.mx Execs Arrested for Operating Illegal Bitcoin Exchange

Two operators of Coin.mx were arrested today and charged with unlawful money transmission and money laundering.

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Timeline: Putin Adds to Bitcoin's Rocky History in Russia

Following Vladimir Putin's first remarks on digital currencies, check out our refresher on the tumultuous history of Russia and bitcoin.

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Judge Orders Corrupt DEA Agent to Forfeit Stolen Bitcoin

Former federal agent Carl Force IV has been ordered to forfeit hundreds of bitcoins to the US government.

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Xapo Execs Lose Bid to Dismiss Breach of Contract Lawsuit

Five Xapo employees, including CEO Wences Casares, have lost their bid to dismiss a lawsuit brought on by their former employer LifeLock.

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