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BTC-e Is Back Online, But Refund Efforts Are Anything But Smooth
BTC-e launched a refund option this weekend, but tech problems and scam attempts have complicated the situation.
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By Stan Higgins
Sep 5, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. UTC
Sep 5, 2017
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US Officials Eye Blockchain Applications For Visas, Foreign Aid
The U.S. General Services Agency has revealed a list of possible applications for blockchain technology under consideration by the government.
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By Stan Higgins
Aug 8, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. UTC
Aug 8, 2017
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$110 Million: BTC-e Fined as US Vows Crackdown on Bitcoin Exchanges
The US government has unsealed an indictment against BTC-e and one of its alleged operators, assessing a $110m fine against the bitcoin exchange.
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By Stan Higgins
Jul 27, 2017 at 1:20 a.m. UTC
Jul 27, 2017
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Mr. Blockchain Goes to Washington
CoinDesk profiles a recent effort to educate US lawmakers on the impact and benefits of blockchain technology in Washington, DC.
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By Aaron Stanley
Jul 15, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. UTC
Jul 15, 2017
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US Government Organizes 'Federal Blockchain Forum' for July
The US government is set to host an inter-agency blockchain event next month.
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By Wolfie Zhao
Jun 29, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. UTC
Jun 29, 2017
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US Government Seeks Blockchain Solutions for Contract Bidding System
The US government’s main logistical agency is looking at blockchain as a way to re-envision its contract review process.
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By Stan Higgins
Jun 22, 2017 at 2:45 p.m. UTC
Jun 22, 2017
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US General Services Administration Plans Blockchain Trial
The main US agency for governmental logistics has revealed it is launching a blockchain pilot this summer.
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By Stan Higgins
Jun 6, 2017 at 2:02 p.m. UTC
Jun 6, 2017
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US National Security Advisor: Bitcoin Needs to Be Understood, Not Feared
A US think tank that advises the US government is exploring the threats bitcoin poses to national security, but also its benefits.
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By Michael del Castillo
May 17, 2017 at 12:40 p.m. UTC
May 17, 2017
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US Government Awards $2.25 Million to Blockchain Research Projects
The US government has awarded research contracts to three startups working with blockchain worth a total of about $2.25m.
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By Stan Higgins
May 12, 2017 at 2:50 p.m. UTC
May 12, 2017
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