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Central Bank of Jordan Blocks Financial Companies from Bitcoin

The Central Bank of Jordan has prohibited banks and financial companies from dealing with digital currencies, mentioning bitcoin specifically.

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Market-Based Reactions to New Bitcoin Regulation

Ultimately, if privacy becomes disrespected, the market can and will provide cryptographic solutions to restore balance.

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New Banking Task Force to Study Digital Currencies

A new US state bankers' task force has been formed to investigate new payment system technologies, including bitcoin.

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Top UK Payments Body Weighs in on Bitcoin’s Future

The Payments Council said it is monitoring developments in the bitcoin community, and was positive in its remarks.

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Thailand Flip Flops on Bitcoin, Suggests Exchanges are Still Illegal

Days after reopening, a major Thailand exchange was once again threatened by central bank comments.

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Ben Lawsky Demonstrates 'Evolution' on Bitcoin Issues in Reddit AMA

Top NY regulator Ben Lawsky took to reddit for a two-hour discussion today on bitcoin and its future.

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Italian Money Transfer Law Threatens Bitcoin Businesses

It looks like Italy's new 20% money transfer laws will affect local bitcoin exchange users after all.

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Brazilian Central Bank Outlines Digital Currency Risks

The Central Bank of Brazil has issued a warning outlining the risks associated with digital currencies.

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Hungarian Bitcoiners See Silver Lining in Central Bank Warning

Members of Hungary's bitcoin community suggest today's central bank statements will pave the way for future discussion.

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Estonian Police Target Bitcoin Trading Site BTC.ee

The news follows a warning about bitcoin issued by a member of Estonia's central bank earlier this year.

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