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Banking

Bitcoin and Blockchain Up for Debate at FutureMoney Conference

Bitcoin’s consumer appeal and the technical promise of distributed ledgers were hotly debated topics during yesterday's FutureMoney event.

Business  ·  22 April 2015
Regulation

George Osborne Unveils UK Plans to Explore Bitcoin

Chancellor George Osborne has announced a new initiative to explore the potential role of cryptocurrencies in Britain's economy.

Policy & regulation  ·  6 August 2014
News

Bitcoin-backed ‘Wiki Weapon’ plans go dark

A Texas nonprofit that produced the first 3D printed gun -- and raised funds in bitcoins for the project -- has removed the blueprints from its website.

Markets  ·  10 May 2013
News

Breathe … bitcoin’s just currency

Bitcoin has a lot of potential, but it won't end lawsuits, greed, pettiness or other human foibles. Breathe.

Markets  ·  7 May 2013