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Elliptic Partners With LexisNexis on Bitcoin Analysis

Blockchain analytics startup Elliptic has integrated with LexisNexis, a move that provides the startup’s clients with access to the vendor’s global money laundering database. The hope, the companies say, is to provide financial services firms with data on bitcoins transactions so that they can avoid interacting with parties tied to money laundering or other perceived to illicit activities. “By […]

Business  ·  3 August 2016
Exchanges

The Bitfinex Bitcoin Hack: What We Know (And Don’t Know)

Few details have emerged since yesterday's news that digital currency exchange Bitfinex was hacked.

Policy & regulation  ·  3 August 2016
Regulation

Why Florida’s Bitcoin Ruling Could Lead to Legislative Action

Legal expert Andrew Hinkes looks at the potential impact of a Florida court's decision to rule that bitcoin isn't money.

Policy & regulation  ·  3 August 2016
Crime

Bitcoin Sale Ends With Knifepoint Robbery in Florida

A Florida man was reportedly robbed at knifepoint during a sale of $28,000 in bitcoin this week.

Policy & regulation  ·  28 July 2016
Crime

Why Florida’s ‘Bitcoin Isn’t Money’ Ruling Could Have Limited Impact

In this opinion piece, legal expert Stephen Palley argues a recent court decision that found bitcoin isn't money is unlikely to set precedent.

Markets  ·  28 July 2016
Crime

In Rejecting Bitcoin as Money, Florida Court Sets Likely Precedent

A Miami judge has dismissed charges against a Florida-based bitcoin seller after he was indicted on money transmission and money laundering charges.

Markets  ·  25 July 2016
Crime

Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme Operator Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison

The first federal securities fraud case involving a bitcoin investment scheme has ended with an 18-month jail sentence.

Markets  ·  21 July 2016
Crime

Europol Hosts Digital Currency Conference for Law Enforcement

The European Union's (EU) top law enforcement agency recently held a two-day conference on the subject of digital currencies.

Policy & regulation  ·  20 July 2016
Exchanges

Report: Mt Gox CEO Mark Karpeles Released On Bail

A Japanese media report suggests Mt Gox CEO Mark Karpeles has been released on bail.

Policy & regulation  ·  14 July 2016
Regulation

US Regulator Warns Virtual Currency Enables Cyberattacks on Banks

The federal agency that oversees national banks in the US has named virtual currencies as an operational risk.

Policy & regulation  ·  13 July 2016
Crime

Internet Watch Foundation Partners to Stop Illicit Bitcoin Use

The Internet Watch Foundation has announced a partnership with a blockchain industry startup aimed at fighting online child sex abuse.

Markets  ·  6 July 2016
Crime

Silk Road Agent May Have Stolen More Bitcoin After Guilty Plea

A former Secret Service agent convicted of stealing bitcoins during the Silk Road investigation is suspected of stealing additional funds.

Policy & regulation  ·  1 July 2016
Crime

$19 Million in Bitcoin Hits the Auction Block in Australia

More than $19m worth of bitcoin is now being sold at auction, though few details are available on participants involved.

Policy & regulation  ·  20 June 2016
Ethereum

How to Sue The DAO Hacker

Could the individual or individuals behind yesterday's hacking of The DAO be criminally or civilly liable?

Tech  ·  17 June 2016
Crime

Customers Sue Alleged Crypto Ponzi Scheme GAW Miners

A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of the customers of defunct crypto startup GAW Miners, naming its CEO and a longtime investor as defendants.

Policy & regulation  ·  16 June 2016