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When new legislation becomes law later this year, Japan's blockchain market will see financial giants come on board, industry insiders tell CoinDesk.

By Pete RizzoFeb 13, 2017

Markets

China's bitcoin startups announced new updates to their withdrawal policies today, though stipulations varied by exchange.

By Pete RizzoFeb 10, 2017

Markets

The People's Bank of China issued a new statement today in which it laid out in writing new warnings it issued to domestic exchanges.

By Pete RizzoFeb 9, 2017

Markets

The central bank of the Philippines has released new guidelines for bitcoin exchanges operating in the country.

By Stan HigginsFeb 7, 2017

Markets

CoinDesk's Noelle Acheson frames China's recent moves in the bitcoin sector as part of its broader attempts to find its place on the world stage.

By Noelle AchesonJan 30, 2017

Markets

Taiwanese insurance giant Fubon Life is aiming to place a sports blockchain called Bravelog at the heart of its blockchain initiatives.

By Michael del CastilloJan 30, 2017

Markets

China's central bank issued a new statement today indicating it will continue to inspect domestic bitcoin exchanges.

By Stan HigginsJan 25, 2017

Markets

Huobi and OKCoin, two of the world's largest bitcoin exchange businesses by volume, have formally announced they have halted margin trading services.

By Pete RizzoJan 19, 2017

Markets

Following meetings with the country's central bank last week, domestic bitcoin exchanges are calling for regulatory improvements in China.

By Pete RizzoJan 10, 2017

Markets

Islamic State (IS) militants are now using bitcoin, according to reports from authorities in Indonesia.

By Pete RizzoJan 9, 2017