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Fred Wilson on the Proposed Bitlicense Regulations

VC Fred Wilson shares his thoughts on New York State's revised Bitlicense regulations and the impact they may have on companies in the sector.

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Spare Change-to-Bitcoin Service Lawnmower Aims for Main Street Investor Appeal

Lawnmower has opened its spare change-to-bitcoin service in beta, in what it hopes will be a product that successfully entices novice investors.

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Bitcoin in the Headlines: Wall Street Goes 'Nuts'

This week media coverage galvanized around positive stories reflecting the increasing interest of Wall Street in bitcoin technology.

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Why a New SEC Ruling Could Be 'Revolutionary' for Bitcoin Crowdfunding

Attorney Jared Marx explores a recent SEC decision on crowdfunding - and the implications for startups.

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Could the Bitcoin Lightning Network Solve Blockchain Scalability?

Could a decentralised system where off-blockchain bitcoin transactions are sent over a network of micropayment channels solve blockchain scalability?

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Startups Speak Out on Russia's Looming Bitcoin Ban

As Russia prepares for a forthcoming decision on bitcoin's legal status, current and former entrepreneurs weigh in on their market strategy.

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Token Sales and The US' Impressionistic Securities Laws

Attorney Jared Marx discusses why securities law is problematic for bitcoin 2.0 companies operating in the US.

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Bitcoin in the Headlines: UK Regulation Trumps Dark Market Collapse

CoinDesk has taken a look at the top bitcoin headlines across the globe.

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Treasury Report: UK's Bitcoin Startups React

This week's news that the UK government will seek to regulate digital currencies made waves in the local startup community.

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Whale Club: The Trading Room That Loves Bitcoin Price Declines

CoinDesk examines the controversy and culture surrounding Whale Club a group reviled for perceived shadowy market practices and lauded by exchanges.

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