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Bitcoin Foundation Seeks to Extend Comment Period for New York's BitLicense

The Bitcoin Foundation has joined a growing chorus of advocates calling for a BitLicense comment period extension.

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Vietnam State TV Report Highlights Curiosity About Bitcoin

A report on Vietnam's state-owned TV network VTV1 shows interest and activity surrounding bitcoin remains high, despite official disapproval.

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George Osborne Unveils UK Plans to Explore Bitcoin

Chancellor George Osborne has announced a new initiative to explore the potential role of cryptocurrencies in Britain's economy.

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Argentinian Bitcoin Exchange Loses its Bank Accounts

Argentinian bitcoin exchange Unisend stopped customer deposits and bank transfers Monday when banks closed its company accounts.

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Russian Ministry of Finance Drafts Bill Banning Bitcoin

Russia’s Ministry of Finance has announced proposals to ban the issuance of bitcoin and any operations involving cryptocurrency.

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Kyrgyzstan: Bitcoin Payments Violate State Law

The central bank of Kyrgyzstan has issued new guidance indicating bitcoin cannot be used as a payment method.

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France Inches Closer to Bitcoin Regulation

The French Senate has released a new report detailing regulations the government should apply to bitcoin transactions.

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The Promise and Pitfalls of Crypto Crowdfunding

New initiatives by Swarm are trying to push crypto-based crowdfunding forward. But are they the solution?

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BitLicense Bitcoins Will Trade at The Market Rate

Jason Tyra evaluates whether bitcoins that go through licensed exchanges will trade at market rate or at a discount.

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New York's BitLicense Proposal: The View from China

Prominent members of China's bitcoin ecosystem discuss the possible effects of proposed US regulations on the industry.

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