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Ebay Files For Two Cryptocurrency Patents
Multinational e-commerce giant eBay has filed two cryptocurrency-related patent applications.

European Exchanges React to Bitcoin VAT Exemption
This week's bitcoin VAT exemption in the European Union was well-met by exchange operators.

BitOasis Expands Bitcoin Purchases in the Middle East
Dubai-based startup BitOasis has announced an expansion of its bitcoin wallet and exchange platform.

London Law Firm to Digitise Contracts Using Bitcoin Technology
A London law firm has announced plans to digitise its legal agreements using bitcoin technology.

Bitcoin Startup Abra Moves to Launch Mobile Remittance App
Abra is gearing up to release its bitcoin-powered remittance app in the next few weeks, pending final approval from the Apple App Store.

Bitcoin Groups and Law Enforcement Unite to Form Blockchain Alliance
A number of digital currency groups and businesses are partnering with law enforcement agencies on a new public-private discussion forum.

Bitcoin is Exempt from VAT, Rules European Court of Justice
Bitcoin transactions will be exempt from Value Added Tax (VAT), the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled.

Deloitte: It’s Too Soon for Bitcoin to be Regulated
Multinational professional services firm Deloitte has questioned whether it is too soon to try and regulate bitcoin.

E-Tailer Offers $23,000 to Catch DDoS Attackers Demanding Bitcoin
An e-tailer is offering a $23,181 bounty to catch those who launched a DDoS attack against the firm's site before demanding a bitcoin ransom.
