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IBM Rumored to Be Developing Bitcoin Alternative
IBM may be looking to further its exploration of bitcoin and blockchain products, according to a new report by Reuters.

Bter to Return 'Hacked' Funds Following Security Partnership
Hacked altcoin exchange, Bter, has outlined a plan to payback users after inking a deal with security firm Jua.com.

Bitcoin Now Accepted by 13,000 3D Printers Worldwide
Decentralised printing network 3D Hubs has partnered with BitPay to allow customers in over 140 countries to pay using bitcoin.

Former JPMorgan Exec Blythe Masters Swaps Wall Street for Bitcoin
Ex-JP Morgan Chase & Co executive Blythe Masters has joined bitcoin trading platform Digital Assets Holdings LLC as chief executive.

Bitcoin Exchange itBit Revealed as US Marshals Auction Winner
New York-based bitcoin exchange itBit secured 3,000 BTC during the latest USMS bitcoin auction.

BetVIP Switches Payment Processor Following Change to Coinbase's Terms of Use
A "sudden change" to Coinbase's terms of use has led to BetVIP changing bitcoin payments processor.

Bitcoin Startup 21 Announces $116 Million All-Star Backing
Stealth bitcoin startup 21 Inc, formerly 21e6, has announced new information about its funding history, staff members and investors.

ShapeShift Raises $525k, Reveals Erik Voorhees as Creator
Instant bitcoin and altcoin exchange ShapeShift has received $525,000 in seed funding from investors Barry Silbert and Roger Ver.

Clients Prompt Green Energy Supplier to Accept Bitcoin
Clients have prompted Elegant, a Belgium-based green electricity company, to accept bitcoin payments.
