Regulation
Buttonwood SF Founder Petitions California's Proposed Bitcoin Bill
The founder of Buttonwood SF has started an online petition to request the withdrawal of its Bitlicense.
Bitcoin Advocates Back Petition for BitLicense Safe Harbor Provision
More than 70 digital currency industry businesses and execs are backing a petition meant to ease onerous components of New York's BitLicense.
Australian Treasury: Bitcoin a Threat to Tax Collection
In a new report, the Australian government has cited bitcoin as a potential threat to its tax collection efforts.
Financial Watchdog Rethinks AML Guidance for Banks and Bitcoin
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has taken note of the issues hindering partnerships between bitcoin businesses and banks.
Fred Wilson on the Proposed Bitlicense Regulations
VC Fred Wilson shares his thoughts on New York State's revised Bitlicense regulations and the impact they may have on companies in the sector.
Swedish Bitcoin Firm Enters Court Battle to Protect Customer Data
A Swedish bitcoin brokerage has gone to court with the country’s tax authority to prevent an audit of its customer information.
Isle of Man Introduces Regulation for Bitcoin Businesses
Digital currency businesses will have to comply with the Isle of Man's anti-money-laundering laws from 1st April.
Hong Kong Official: Bitcoin Legislation Not Necessary
A senior Hong Kong official has said that the government does not see a need for legislation that would regulate bitcoin.
Startups Speak Out on Russia's Looming Bitcoin Ban
As Russia prepares for a forthcoming decision on bitcoin's legal status, current and former entrepreneurs weigh in on their market strategy.
Token Sales and The US' Impressionistic Securities Laws
Attorney Jared Marx discusses why securities law is problematic for bitcoin 2.0 companies operating in the US.
