Regulation
Election Hopeful Wants Canada to Recognise Bitcoin as Currency
A candidate running in Canada's upcoming federal election says he wants to give bitcoin an equal footing with the dollar.
Timeline: An Overview of Bitcoin in India
An interactive timeline providing a detailed history of bitcoin-related events in India to date.
Proposed California Bitcoin Bill Adds New Reporting Requirements
The California Senate Appropriations Committee has voted 6-1 to advance a bill that would create a licensing regime for bitcoin companies.
OKCoin Restricts Bitcoin Deposits for US Customers
OKCoin has stopped accepting bitcoin deposits from customers in the US, citing regulatory pressure.
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.
Commonwealth Governments Urged to Regulate Bitcoin
Commonwealth governments should regulate bitcoin, according to the Commonwealth's Virtual Currencies Working Group.
Indian Central Bankers Go Public With Bitcoin Views
Several officials from India’s central bank have spoken out about cryptocurrencies during recent conference appearances.
Bitcoin in China: An Insider’s View
Leon Li, founder and CEO of bitcoin exchange Huobi explores the current state of bitcoin in China.
Nigeria's Central Bank Calls for Bitcoin Regulation
Nigeria's Central Bank has called out for bitcoin regulation in an attempt to curb money laundering and avoid international sanctions, reports claim.
Spanish Authorities Clarify How Tax Applies to Bitcoin Losses
The Spanish tax authorities have clarified how the country's existing tax law should be applied to bitcoin losses.
