Regulation
Bitcoin in the Headlines: 21 Shocks With Bitcoin Computer Debut
21 Inc grabbed the lion's share of headlines and blog posts this week with an ambitious new product launch.
CFTC Reaches Settlement With Bitcoin Swaps Shop TeraExchange
The US CFTC has settled charges against bitcoin swap facility TeraExchange for failing to enforce trading prohibitions.
Charlie Shrem Talks Prison Life and Bitcoin's Future in Ongoing AMA
Former Bitcoin Foundation board member Charlie Shrem is conducting an ongoing ask-me-anything (AMA) session from prison in Pennsylvania.
New Hampshire Bitcoin Tax Bill Facing Defeat
A New Hampshire subcommittee has recommended that the state House of Representatives kill a bill that would let citizens pay their taxes in bitcoin.
European Banking Federation Recommends Bitcoin Regulation
A major European banking trade group has called for governments and businesses to develop regulatory solutions for cryptocurrencies.
Australian Bank Bitcoin Crackdown Could Fuel Startup Flight
A bitcoin business in Australia is eyeing banking opportunities abroad following a perceived crackdown from banks in the country.
Circle Granted First BitLicense by NYDFS
Bitcoin wallet Circle says it has become the first company to receive a BitLicense from the New York State Department of Financial Services.
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.
Bank of England Economist Proposes National Digital Currency
The Bank of England’s top economist has suggested that a digital currency based on bitcoin could alleviate monetary policy problems.
ASIC Chairman: Blockchain Technology Has Potential to Change Finance
The chairman of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission has said blockchain technology has the potential to change the financial market.
