Kazakhstan Central Bank Could Ban Bitcoin to Protect Bankers
A Kazakhstan official suggests the country could classify bitcoin as a ponzi scheme this year.
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Feb 5, 2014 at 8:12 p.m. UTC
Feb 5, 2014
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Senator: Government Report Shows US Not Lagging on Bitcoin
The US isn't doing so badly on bitcoin regulation, says a key Senator with a report to prove it.
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Feb 4, 2014 at 3:57 a.m. UTC
Feb 4, 2014
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US Postal Service Explores Adding Bitcoin Exchanges
The US Postal Service recently explored ways virtual currencies could increase its revenue in a Washington, DC meeting.
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Feb 3, 2014 at 8:42 p.m. UTC
Feb 3, 2014
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Bitcoin Holders Face Uncertainty Over Tax Returns
This financial year many bitcoin users will consider putting their gains on their tax returns. But how?
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Feb 2, 2014 at 12:05 p.m. UTC
Feb 2, 2014
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Congressional Leaders, Foundation Praise FinCEN Guidance
Government came out in support of FinCEN's guidance yesterday. But don't stop now, they added.
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Jan 31, 2014 at 11:01 p.m. UTC
Jan 31, 2014
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Estonian Central Bank Warns Bitcoin May be a 'Ponzi Scheme'
The Central Bank of Estonia has warned bitcoin may be a "ponzi scheme", but is monitoring its growth.
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Jan 31, 2014 at 4:36 p.m. UTC
Jan 31, 2014
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Community Debates What's Next After New York Hearings
New York's hearings this week were a precursor to Bitlicense regulation. So what should happen next?
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Jan 31, 2014 at 7:10 a.m. UTC
Jan 31, 2014
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FinCEN Declares Bitcoin Miners, Investors Aren't Money Transmitters
FinCEN stated that virtual currency miners and investors aren't subject to money transmitting laws.
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Jan 31, 2014 at 12:17 a.m. UTC
Jan 31, 2014
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What Will Chinese New Year Mean for Bitcoin?
It's Chinese New Year, and a deadline for payment processors and bitcoin exchanges is approaching, but most aren't worried.
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Jan 30, 2014 at 5:18 p.m. UTC
Jan 30, 2014
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Fred Wilson: Freedom and Innovation are Two Sides of the Same Coin
Fred Wilson shares his thoughts after testifying at yesterday's public hearing for the State Department of Financial Services, NYC.
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Jan 30, 2014 at 3:46 p.m. UTC
Jan 30, 2014