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FinCEN, US Secret Service and Bitcoin Foundation among witnesses to speak at major hearing on bitcoin

Patrick Murck, Jeremy Allaire and Jerry Brito are to speak at the US Senate hearing on bitcoin on Monday.

By Emily Spaven

Bitcoin Foundation US Senate hearing on bitcoin

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Big names’ big bitcoin bet, bugs bite bright idea, and forgetful fjord fellow finds fame

Circle receives $9m, a major flaw is detected in Namecoin and a forgetful Norwegian gets rich.

By John Law

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Taking bitcoin to a whole new level: Jeremy Allaire reveals all about Circle

Jeremy Allaire tells us about Circle and what he plans to do with the bitcoin company's $9m investment.

By Emily Spaven

Jeremy Allaire, founder, chairman and chief executive officer at Circle (CoinDesk Archives)

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Circle launches with $9 Million from Jim Breyer, Accel and General Catalyst in biggest ever bitcoin funding

Circle announced today it has raised $9m to bring easy-to-use bitcoin payment services to businesses and consumers.

By Emily Spaven

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