Europe
Polish Soccer Club to Accept Bitcoin for Tickets and Merchandise
Polish soccer club GKS Katowice has announced plans to enable bitcoin payments for tickets and club-related merchandise.

UK Eliminates Tax on Bitcoin Trading, Publishes Official Guidance
New reports suggest HMRC will formally remove VAT on bitcoin trading in the UK this week.

Italian Money Transfer Law Threatens Bitcoin Businesses
It looks like Italy's new 20% money transfer laws will affect local bitcoin exchange users after all.

Hungarian Bitcoiners See Silver Lining in Central Bank Warning
Members of Hungary's bitcoin community suggest today's central bank statements will pave the way for future discussion.

Estonian Police Target Bitcoin Trading Site BTC.ee
The news follows a warning about bitcoin issued by a member of Estonia's central bank earlier this year.

Ukraine to Regulate Bitcoin Businesses Under Existing Laws
Despite Russia's ban, the National Bank of Ukraine has decided to follow a more European path for regulating bitcoin.

Bank of Greece Breaks Silence on Bitcoin
The Greek bank has just issued its first statement on bitcoin, warning consumers of the potential investment risks.

Despite Russian Trade Ties, Lithuania Looks to Europe for Bitcoin Regulation Lead
Lithuania is monitoring global bitcoin regulation, but suggests Europe's moves may have biggest impact.

Following Mt. Gox Sell-Off, Cyprus Warns of Bitcoin's Volatility
Following Mt. Gox's withdrawal halt, Cyprus has advised its citizens to treat bitcoin with caution given its volatility.

Investment Firm to Launch Czech Republic's First Bitcoin ATM
Czech investment firm Marlyle plans to set up the first bitcoin ATM in Prague, the Czech Republic's capital.

