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Despite Russian Trade Ties, Lithuania Looks to Europe for Bitcoin Regulation Lead

Lithuania is monitoring global bitcoin regulation, but suggests Europe's moves may have biggest impact.

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Following Mt. Gox Sell-Off, Cyprus Warns of Bitcoin's Volatility

Following Mt. Gox's withdrawal halt, Cyprus has advised its citizens to treat bitcoin with caution given its volatility.

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Markets

Investment Firm to Launch Czech Republic's First Bitcoin ATM

Czech investment firm Marlyle plans to set up the first bitcoin ATM in Prague, the Czech Republic's capital.

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Markets

Bitcoin ATM Appearance Draws Crowds in Zurich

Europe's first bitcoin ATM made a guest appearance in the city, processing over 89 transactions during it's 4-day run.

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Policy

Bitcoin Classified 'Commodity' by Finland Central Bank

Finland’s central bank has declared that bitcoin does not meet the country's definition of a currency.

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High-Profile Dutch Lawyer Welcomes Bitcoin Payments

One of the Netherlands’ most high-profile criminal defence lawyers now accepts bitcoin for all his legal fees.

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Markets

Dutch Helicopter Firm Heliflight Accepts Bitcoin Payments

Following Virgin Galactic's decision to accept bitcoin for its space mission, many other flight operators have followed suit.

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Belgium Central Bank Remains Positive About Bitcoin, Unofficially

The Belgian Bitcoin Association claims the nation's central bank is unlikely to regulate bitcoin, after meeting with officials.

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Slovakia Sets Record Straight on Europe's First Bitcoin ATM

Marian Jancuska, who operates a bitcoin ATM in Bratislava, claims his machine was the first permanent installation in Europe.

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Policy

German Central Bank Official Issues Another Bitcoin Warning

A German Bundesbank official has issued another bitcoin warning, reiterating the bank's earlier position on digital currencies.

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