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Chinese Media Banned from Writing About Bitcoin
Local media banned from covering upcoming Global Bitcoin Summit in Beijing.
Japan Makes First Arrest Over Alleged Drug Trafficking Using Bitcoin
Man allegedly smuggled class A drugs inside tablet computer after buying narcotics using cryptocurrency.
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: Bitcoin Political Donations & Crypto Coin Radio
Bitcoin political donations have been approved in the US, while a new cryptocurrency-themed radio station launches
Political Donations in Bitcoin Approved in US With Limits
Individual donations are approved up to $100 per donor, per election cycle.
CryptoLocker Ransomware Heading for Android Smartphones and Tablets
Malware which locks down computer demanding payment to release files soon targeting Android devices
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: SEC Warning; What Next for Dogecoin & Celebrity Bitcoin Fans
As bitcoin finally halts a week-long slide, the SEC warns of the pitfalls of bitcoin investment and fraud.
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: Gold-Backed Bitcoin & Consumer Mistrust
Markets continue to slide amid continued uncertainty in China, as gold-backed cryptocurrency aims to end instability.
Bitcoin Prices Tumble to $418 on Continued China Crackdown
BTC China suspended yuan deposits from Bank of China in latest woes for bitcoin.
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: Dogecoin Nascar Debut; Ripple Bank Deal & China Exchange Turmoil
Continued uncertainty in China as exchanges withdraw from bitcoin conference, while dogecoin makes its Nascar debut
MtGox's Founder Jed McCaleb Lost $50,000 Held With Bankrupt Bitcoin Exchange
Jed McCaleb retains 12% stake in MtGox.
Bitcoin ATM Maker Robocoin to Launch Online Bitcoin Bank
Robocoin's ATMs across globe would serve as bank branches.
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: Transparent Exchange & Bitcoin Banks
Relative stability reigns across most major markets as new Coinfloor exchange promises complete account transparency.
Darknet & Bitcoin: The Perfect Storm for Cybercriminals
Police and the security industry need to learn from cybercriminals who use Tor and bitcoin to evade detection.
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: MtGox Hearing Begins as Bitcoin gets Bloomberg Endorsement
Bitcoin continues its steady recovery following a dip earlier this week, while MtGox preliminary hearings get underway
DarkMarket Rebrands as OpenBazaar to Avoid Silk Road Comparisons
Silk Road replacement DarkMarket renamed OpenBazaar to avoid connection to drugs trafficking
KnCMiner Offers Free Neptune Mining Rig to Appease Angry Customers
Swedish bitcoin mining hardware company KnCMiner tries to appease angry customers with a free Neptune mining rig.
Europol Cybercrime Chief Believes Cyber Threat Will 'Change the World'
Europe's reliance on the internet makes it an ideal target for cybercriminals anywhere across the globe.
Tokyo Facing Added Pressure to Stop Liquidation of Bitcoin Exchange MtGox
A group of bitcoin entrepreneurs looking to revive MtGox have received support from more creditors.
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: Hope for MtGox as Silk Road Bitcoin Sold
A slight recovery across all major markets following a recent tumble, as news emerges that MtGox may still be saved
MtGox Creditors Agree to Rebuilding Plan for Bitcoin Exchange and Drop Lawsuit
Creditors of MtGox in the US and Canada have agreed to settle their lawsuits against the bitcoin exchange to help rebuilding plans.
Heartbleed 2.0 - Hackers Selling Another OpenSSL Flaw for $1,000
A group of hackers claim they have discovered another major flaw in OpenSSL, weeks after the Heartbleed Big came to light.
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: Dogecar Ready to Roar as BTC China Halts Withdrawals
The dogecoin-sponsored Nascar is ready to roar at Tallageda as bitcoin's price drops after BTC China halts withdrawals.
Bitcoin Slips to $425 as BTC China Halts Transactions to Key Bank
BTC China is largest bitcoin exchange in China, handling more than 75% of trades.
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: Dogecoin Party; Maidsafe Raises Over $5m & Xapo Credit Card
As bitcoin's price falls again the dogecoin shibes get ready to party and MaidSafe raises over $5 million in just two days.
Bitcoin Exchange MtGox to Begin Liquidation Process
Tokyo District Court orders commencement of bankruptcy proceedings for Mark Karpeles' company
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: Bitcoin in Space & MtGox 2.0
Cryptocurrency markets drop slightly but remain relatively stable, while plans for bitcoin satellites are made.
Bitcoin Community Donates $23,000 to Dorian Satoshi Nakamoto after Newsweek Saga
Retired engineer cited in Newsweek as bitcoin founder denied any role in cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: Europe's First Bitcoin Centre & Wearable Wallets
Bitcoin remains stable, while the world's first wearable wallet for digital currency is announced.
Bitcoins Used to Fund Online Child Porn Warns Europol Police Chief
Europol police director Rob Wainwright said smokescreen of cryptocurrency used to pay for 'sickening' webcam child porn.
Cryptocurrency News Round-Up: Bitcoin Settles, Safecoin Sells & Karpeles' 'Experiment'
Markets stabilise following major fluctuations while new insights into MtGox CEO Mark Karpeles emerge.