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UK Gambling Regulator Clarifies Digital Currency Rules

The UK Gambling Commission has outlined how its licensees can implement appropriate policies for using digital currencies.

gambling, gaming

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Questions Abound as Bitfinex Issues Digital Assets to Customers

Digital currency exchange Bitfinex has issued its own digital token in an unusual attempt to off-set about $66m worth of bitcoin stolen.

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US Marshals to Sell $1.6 Million in Bitcoin at Auction

The US government has announced it intends to sell off just over $1.6m in bitcoin confiscated from various criminal cases.

USMS, US Marshals

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Is the EU Building a Database of Digital Currency Users?

Is the EU seeking to limit the privacy of bitcoin users? A deeper analysis of recent proposals suggests that the question may not have an easy answer.

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Why Florida's Bitcoin Ruling Could Lead to Legislative Action

Legal expert Andrew Hinkes looks at the potential impact of a Florida court's decision to rule that bitcoin isn't money.

Justice, Statue, Law

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US Senators Seek Blockchain Guidance From CFPB, Federal Reserve

Twenty-two US senators sent a leader to senior government officials and the Federal Reserve requesting information about the regulation of blockchain.

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Financial Stability Board Still Weighing Digital Currency Risks

The Financial Stability Board said in a recent annual report that it continues to assess opportunities and risks related to digital currencies.

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Petition Pushes CFTC to Clarify Rules on Blockchain 'Delivery'

A US law firm has filed a petition that argues the CFTC needs to provide clarity on the definition of "delivery" as it pertains to blockchain.

mail, delivery

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Russian Regulator Intends to Allow Bitcoin Buying and Selling Abroad

An official from Russia’s Ministry of Finance has indicated the agency now supports changes to a forthcoming law that would ban domestic bitcoin use.

Alexei Moiseev

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Congressional Resolution Calls on US Government to Support Blockchain

A new Congressional resolution calls on the government to support payment innovations like digital currencies and blockchain.

The dome of the Capitol