Regulation
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.
Argentinian Bitcoin Exchange Loses its Bank Accounts
Argentinian bitcoin exchange Unisend stopped customer deposits and bank transfers Monday when banks closed its company accounts.
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.
Kyrgyzstan: Bitcoin Payments Violate State Law
The central bank of Kyrgyzstan has issued new guidance indicating bitcoin cannot be used as a payment method.
France Inches Closer to Bitcoin Regulation
The French Senate has released a new report detailing regulations the government should apply to bitcoin transactions.
The Promise and Pitfalls of Crypto Crowdfunding
New initiatives by Swarm are trying to push crypto-based crowdfunding forward. But are they the solution?
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.
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.
Bitcoins Affected by New York's BitLicense May Trade at Discount
Savvy traders could profit handsomely from the bitcoin arbitrage opportunities presented by a future BitLicense, argues Jon Matonis.
New Zealand Bitcoin ATM Operator Shuts Down After Bank Refusals
A New Zealand bitcoin ATM operator is the latest to fall victim to the banking industry's digital currency barriers.
