Regulation
Charlie Shrem Indicted on Federal Charges for Money Laundering
The indictment indicates Shrem and Robert Faiella had been conspiring together to funnel money into Silk Road since 2011.
Block Chain Technology Offers New Crime-Fighting Options
A new generation of services will utilize the unique properties of block-chain technology to provide scalable security.
Why Know-Your-Customer Rules Won't Work With Bitcoin
Know Your Customer rules exemplify why moulding bitcoin into the current regulatory framework won't work, argues Ariel Deschapell.
Chinese Bitcoin Exchanges Prepare to Move Operations Overseas
Huobi and OKCoin issued new statements today, suggesting PBOC policies could push them abroad.
Fear of Russian Ban Caused Bitcoin Moscow Conference Cancellation
Russia’s bitcoin “ban” threw digital currency enthusiasts to a point of canceling a conference, but confidence remains.
China's Central Bank Governor: PBOC Won't Ban Bitcoin
The price of bitcoin rose on statements from the PBOC that suggest it will not seek to ban bitcoin.
Ripple Labs' Grand Plan to Build a Global Payment Protocol
Ripple wants to build the best global payment protocol, and it needs talented people in order to do that.
Lawyers Want Bitcoin Money Laundering Charges Dropped on Technicality
Lawyers representing two Florida men charged with bitcoin-related money laundering want to have the charges dropped on a technicality.
Canadian Senate Meets Bitcoin Community in Fact-Finding Session
Representatives from the bitcoin sphere sat before Canadian senators yesterday – the first such presence on Parliament Hill.
Bitcoin Price Drops 10% as Chinese Exchanges Stop Bank Deposits
Bitcoin prices sank under $403 after several Chinese exchanges made public announcements on their sites.
