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7 Things Merchants Should Consider Before Hosting a Bitcoin ATM

CoinDesk speaks with BTC ATM execs and owners to examine key questions for merchants looking to host a unit.

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Bank of Thailand Suggests Bitcoin Not Illegal But Warns Against its Use

The Thai central bank has warned that bitcoin is not a currency and that its use comes with risks.

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Bitcoin's Growing Role in US Politics

With US midterm elections approaching, bitcoin's role in campaign donations will bring it further into the political spotlight.

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Dutch Official Downplays Law Enforcement Need for Bitcoin Ban

One Dutch official is saying international cooperation, not a bitcoin ban, is needed to deter digital currency crime.

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China's Temporary QR Code Ban Could Have Implications for Bitcoin's Future

China has halted QR code transactions in a move that, though not affecting bitcoin directly, has long-term implications.

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Bundesbank Board Member Warns Against 'Highly Speculative' Bitcoin

The Bundesbank's Carl-Ludwig Thiele has issued his second warning on the digital currency this year.

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Texas Regulators Warn About Risks of 'Trendy' Digital Currencies

Regulators in Texas have warned investors about 'trendy' digital currency investments, saying they are better for younger people.

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Why Regulation Could Help Bitcoin

Many believe regulation would ruin bitcoin, but are there ways in which it could aid cryptocurrency?

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What the UK's Tax Reversal Means for Bitcoin

Indeed, getting the bitcoin community to agree what regulation is welcome will likely be a challenge all in itself.

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Icelandic Parliament Committee Holds Closed Session to Discuss Auroracoin

Iceland's Parliamentary Committee on Economic Affairs and Trade discussed auroracoin in a closed meeting on Friday, March 14.

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