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Bitcoin as a Commodity: What the CFTC’s Ruling Means

Attorney Jared Marx discusses a recent ruling by the United States Commodities Futures Trading Commission, which saw it label bitcoin as a commodity.

By Jared Paul MarxSep 21, 2015

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Bitreserve Users Can Now Peg Bitcoin to New Metals and Swiss Franc

By Yessi Bello PerezFeb 18, 2015

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Why Bitcoin's Volatility is Unique Among Commodities

It could be useful to evaluate bitcoin’s potential against other commodities, but the cryptocurrency walks its own path.

By Danny BradburyApr 29, 2014

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From Gold to Cash to Decentralized Data: The Money Revolution Continues

Money has seen some big changes since the days of bartering. Now decentralization is upturning the cart once again.

By Daniel CawreyApr 24, 2014

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US Mulls Regulating Bitcoin Under Rules for Commodities

The CTFC is investigating whether it has the authority to regulate digital currencies under rules for commodities, reports say.

By Daniel PalmerMar 14, 2014

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