Local media reported that authorities in Uzbekistan have started to work on legislation to legalize bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
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International Monetary Fund Chief Says Cryptocurrency Regulation is a Must
The chief of the International Monetary Fund said that regulating cryptocurrencies is inevitable.
South Korean Court Makes Historic Ruling: Bitcon has Economic Value
A South Korean court has ruled in a case that bitcoin has economic value.
Russia: Criticism for Proposed Cryptocurrency Regulation
Boris Titov, Russia's presidential candidate, said that the proposed cryptocurrency regulations in the country are too severe.
Nigeria's Central Bank Says Investing in Bitcoin is Like Gambling
The Central Bank of Nigeria's governor, Godwin Emefiele, said that investing in bitcoin is like gambling.
UK's Prime Minister to Seriously Look at Action on Bitcoin
Theresa May, UK's Prime Minister, said she will seriously look into bitcoin.
The US Congress Looks into the link between Cryptocurrencies and Terrorism Financing
The Financial Technology Innovation and Defense Act was introduced to the Congress with the purpose to curb cryptocurrency-fueled terrorism.
South Korea Plans on Taxing Cryptocurrencies and it does not need a New Law
South Korea might be able to impose some taxes on the cryptocurrency market even before upcoming legislation is implemented.
South Korean Authorities Allegedly Ready to Impose Ban on Bitcoin Trading
South Korean authorities are reportedly going to impose a ban on anonymous bitcoin trading.
Russia Reveals Bitcoin Regulations are Underway
Russia's Finance Minister said that an upcoming law will be regulating all aspects of the cryptocurrency market.
Bitcoin Regulation Update: Bitcoin is a Legal Currency in Belarus
The state of Belarus has approved legislation to legally recognize bitcoin as a currency.
Germany Wants Strong Bitcoin (Cryptocurrency) Regulation to Prevent Illegalities
Germany agrees with the proposal of the French Finance Minister to regulate bitcoin/cryptocurrencies in the Group of 20.
US SEC Continues Investigation on Cryptocurrency Market
The former chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission stated that the agency will continue to look into the cryptocurrency market.
Cryptocurrency Market Regulations: Kuwait Will not Recognize Bitcoin
The Kuwait Ministry of Finance has claimed that it will not recognize bitcoin, while bitcoin trading is not allowed in the country.
Tougher regulations for Bitcoin Cryptocurrency in Europe
The European government is working to introduce some new regulations for cryptocurrencies in Europe as Bitcoin popularity increases.
England is not impressed by bitcoin
UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Head stated that bitcoin is still unstable and speculative.
William Galvin, Massachusetts politician, Criticizes Bitcoin
William Galvin, Secretary of the Commonwealth, issued a seven-points warning against bitcoin.
Will governments embrace the blockchain in 2018?
While some countries do not agree with the blockchain, it seems many governments will embrace the blockchain technology in 2018.
India probes unregulated bitcoin exchanges
India's Income Tax Department will be conducting visits at several cryptocurrency exchanges to probe transactions.
Australia's Central Bank Chief says Bitcoin is associated to a "Speculative Mania"
The governor of Australia's Central Bank stated that the bitcoin is associated to a "speculative mania."