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US Congress Reps Receive Blockchain Briefing at Capitol Hill Event
More than 15 members of Congress met with representatives of the blockchain technology industry this week in Washington, DC.
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Coinbase Joins Facebook and Uber in Internet Lobbying Group
Coinbase has become the first bitcoin company to join the Internet Association (IA), a Washington, DC-based public policy group.
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Coin Center Unveils Bitcoin-Focused Public Policy Website
Non-profit advocacy group Coin Center has launched its website with a focus on public policy issues related to cryptocurrencies.
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Could Bitcoin Become a Policy Issue for US Congress?
Bitcoin in the eyes of US Congress members is vastly different. When might they create policy around it?
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FinCEN Sends Warning Letters to Unregistered Bitcoin Businesses
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has warned bitcoin-related businesses that they must comply with federal money transmission laws.
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Bitcoin Awareness Grows in South Korea After Central Bank U-turn
Although China's central bank caused a stir yesterday, the Bank of Korea (BOK) issued statements of caution and optimism.
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New York state is considering issuing 'BitLicenses' to bitcoin businesses
New York's financial regulator will hold a hearing on virtual currency and consider a specific license for bitcoin businesses.
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