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European Central Bank: Bitcoin Shouldn't be Ignored or Dismissed

The European Central Bank (ECB) has reiterated its position on digital currencies, saying they should not be overlooked.

Europol is urging legislators to provide law enforcement with more powers to fight digital money laundering.

In this regulation roundup, Jason Tyra examines the most significant news from the world's regulators and law courts.

By Jason TyraMar 24, 2014

A new bitcoin exchange project in Vietnam combines German experience, Israeli technology, and local knowledge to educate and promote.

By Jon SouthurstMar 23, 2014

Colombian newspaper El Tiempo suggests the country's central bank will release new, potentially restrictive bitcoin regulation next week.

By Stan HigginsMar 21, 2014

Banks issue non-performing loans, credit card companies get scammed, insurers get defrauded – so why the focus on bitcoin?

A false report published by Sina Weibo was responsible for bitcoin's sharp price decline across top Chinese exchanges today.

By Pete RizzoMar 21, 2014

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has requested details on Erik Voorhees and all investors in gambling site SatoshiDice.

By Jon SouthurstMar 20, 2014

Decentralized payment systems like bitcoin could influence financial innovation in India – whether the government likes it or not.

By Daniel CawreyMar 19, 2014

Danmarks Nationalbank, the Danish central bank, has issued a stern warning on bitcoin, saying it has no utility value.

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