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Nigeria’s Central Bank Calls for Bitcoin Regulation

Yessi Bello PerezAug 20, 2015

Nigeria's Central Bank has called out for bitcoin regulation in an attempt to curb money laundering and avoid international sanctions, reports claim.

Isle of Man

Jersey Asks Public How it Should Regulate Bitcoin

Yessi Bello PerezJul 9, 2015

The Government of Jersey has opened a consultation period to explore the possibility of regulating virtual currencies such as bitcoin.

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Consensus

Lawyers Argue Bitcoin Needs Change in Money-Transmitting Laws

Michael del CastilloMay 4, 2016

Lawyers have been speaking at Consensus 2016 about their belief that some money transmitting regulations need to be changed.

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CoinDeskMar 4, 2015

CoinDesk is pleased to announce the launch of a new in-depth analysis service, CoinDesk Research, and its first report focusing on regulation.

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