Europe
Mobile Vikings: the First Cellular Network to Accept Bitcoin
Belgian company Mobile Vikings has begun accepting bitcoin payments, claiming it is the first telecom operator to do so.
Europe's First Bitcoin ATM Installed in Finland
A record store in Helsinki has installed Europe’s first permanent bitcoin ATM.
Denmark's Authorities: Bitcoin is Not Regulated Here
Denmark’s Financial Supervisory Authority issued a statement on virtual currency – and surprisingly, it’s not all bad news.
Norwegian Tax Official: Bitcoins Cannot be Defined as "Money"
Norway's director general of taxation is the latest government official to claim that bitcoins cannot be defined as currency.
Swiss Government to Write Report on Dangers of Bitcoin
The Federal Council of the Swiss parliament is to write an official report on the dangers of bitcoin.
EU Banking Regulator Issues Warning on Virtual Currencies
The European Banking Authority has issued a warning on potential risks related to virtual currencies.
Bank of France Warns of Bitcoin's Volatility
French central bankers have joined their Chinese counterparts in issuing a warning against the risks of bitcoin trading.
University in Cyprus Receives First Tuition Payment in Bitcoin
The University of Nicosia has become the world’s first accredited university to accept fees paid in cryptocurrency.
ZipZap to Offer Cash-for-Bitcoin Service at 28,000 UK Locations
UK residents will be able to exchange their cash for bitcoins in 28,000 shops across the country.
Bitcoin Payment Processor BIPS Attacked, Over $1 Million Stolen
Payment processor and free online wallet service BIPS suffered a major attack that saw 1,295 BTC (over $1m) stolen.
