Regulation

Larry Summers
Former US Treasury Secretary: Bitcoin Needs More Than Math to Succeed
Former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers has argued bitcoin needs stronger regulation to succeed long term.
Larry Summers

London, U.K.
LazyCoins Launch Highlights Challenges for UK Bitcoin Businesses
A British startup boasting registration as a Money Services Business has launched a cryptocurrency exchange amid regulatory confusion.
London, U.K.

Moscow, Russia
Russia’s Interior Ministry Defers to Central Bank for Bitcoin Guidance
Russia's top cybercrime official has issued new statements on bitcoin and its current uncertain regulatory environment.
Moscow, Russia

New Jersey
Bitcoin Panel Seeks New Take on Regulation at New Jersey Hearing
New Jersey state legislators held a hearing this week on the regulation, technology and potential surrounding bitcoin.
New Jersey

NYDFS, New York
Industry: BitLicense Revision Leaves Room for Continued Debate
CoinDesk speaks to members of the bitcoin community to assess their reaction to New York's latest BitLicense proposal.
NYDFS, New York

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Italian Central Bank: No AML Requirement for Bitcoin Exchanges
Digital currency exchanges are not required to comply with anti-money laundering rules, according to new guidance from the Banca d'Italia.
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New Jersey State Legislature to Hold Bitcoin Hearing
The legislative branch of the US government in New Jersey is holding a public hearing on bitcoin and digital currency today.
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Breaking Down New York's Latest BitLicense Revision
The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) released the latest draft version of of its BitLicense proposal.
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New York State Releases Revised BitLicense Proposal
The New York State Department of Financial Services has released a revised version of its BitLicense proposal.
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