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Bitcoin Mining Operation Shuts Down By Another Chinese Region.
China is slowly ending all ‘unofficial’ domestic Bitcoin mining operations, and the territory of Xinjiang Uyghur is the latest to be affected. Removing Illegal Bitcoin Mining Firms From China It is evident China is a very intriguing country when it comes to Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. In recent times, the Chinese government has focused most of дальше »
2018-7-27 10:05 | |
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Mining Round-Up: AMD GPU Sales Decline, Hut 8 Claims to be Largest Miner in Canada
In recent mining news, AMD has reported declining sales of mining hardware during the second quarter of 2018, Hut 8 has claimed to now comprise the largest bitcoin mining company in Canada by operating power following the construction of its second facility, and Chinese authorities have shut down what they have described as “illegal” mining […] The post Mining Round-Up: AMD GPU Sales Decline, Hut 8 Claims to be Largest Miner in Canada appeared first on Bitcoin News. дальше »
2018-7-27 03:15 | |
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Another Chinese Region Shuts Down Bitcoin Mining Operations
Cryptocurrency mining has always attracted controversy. This is primarily because so many people only see the negative side in terms of electricity usage. China is slowly ending all ‘unofficial’ domestic Bitcoin mining operations, and the territory of Xinjiang Uyghur is the latest to be affected. дальше »
2018-7-27 03:00 | |
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London Police’s New Course Trains Officers to Help Them Trace and Recover Cryptocurrencies
With the increasing popularity of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, government enforcement agencies are now faced with a new breed of criminals who are not shy in using these new financial tools to run their illegal operations. дальше »
2018-7-26 18:44 | |
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Illegal Bitcoin Pool Operator Ordered to Pay Almost $2 Million in a Case Filed by CFTC
In a press release, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that it has successfully prosecuted another fraudulent cryptocurrency case against Dillon Michael Dean and his UK-registered company, The Entrepreneurs Headquarters Limited (TEH), for operating an illegal Bitcoin investment pool. дальше »
2018-7-26 20:23 | |
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Often-Overlooked Features of Blockchain
It was shocking – and offending – when I heard the news of Katlego Marite’s kidnapping and that the kidnappers had demanded ransom in Bitcoin. As Kai Stinchcombe puts it in Ten Years In, Nobody Has Come up With a Use for Blockchain, blockchain has no real use except “currency speculation and illegal transactions”. But […] дальше »
2018-7-25 05:00 | |
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Chinese Government shutdown illegal cryptocurrency mining operations
A small Chinese province was coerced to close down illegal bitcoin mining activities in the respective region before August 2018. This is In accordance with Chinese government currently busting all the crypto related operations. дальше »
2018-7-25 01:50 | |
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By the end of August China to bid Farewell to Illegal Bitcoin Miners
During the latest 2018 Stifel Cross Sector Insight Conference previously highlighted by Coinspeaker, Garlinghouse marked a towering influx of Chinese miners that has currently gained control over 50% of the Bitcoin hash-rate. дальше »
2018-7-25 00:38 | |
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Binance Plans to Expand Into South Korea
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is making plans to expand operations into South Korea, reports Business Korea. Per the report, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao hinted at his company's expansion plans while speaking at the Blockchain Partners Summit in Seoul last weekend. дальше »
2018-7-25 00:26 | |
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China Bids Farewell to ‘Illegal’ Bitcoin Miners by the End of August
It became known that local authorities of Chinese mountain region Xinjiang are going to haul illegal mining activities before summer 2018 will come to a close. The post China Bids Farewell to ‘Illegal’ Bitcoin Miners by the End of August appeared first on CoinSpeaker. дальше »
2018-7-24 21:58 | |
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Where Is It Illegal To Trade Bitcoin?
At the time of its launch back in 2009, Bitcoin was the world’s first-ever fully operational cryptocurrency. Incidentally, it also remains as the most prominent despite the competition with several hundred other cryptocurrencies that have been launched since. дальше »
2018-7-24 16:30 | |
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China To Say Goodbye To ‘Illegal’ Bitcoin Miners by September
An autonomous region in China is set to hunt and close down all “illegal” mining operations before the end of August according to a report by a local news source. A senior official from Xinjiang’s Economic and Information Commission (EIC) confirmed that the agency has issued a notice to local utility companies in Xinjiang Uyghur […] The post China To Say Goodbye To ‘Illegal’ Bitcoin Miners by September appeared first on ZyCrypto. дальше »
2018-7-24 07:37 | |
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Chinese Region Halts Cryptocurrency Mining Operations
In-line with a strict government crackdown on all things crypto, a small province in China is forced to shut-down illegal bitcoin mining operations in the region before August 2018. Mining Crackdown As reported recently on local news Jinse, the northwestern Chinese region of Xinjiang Uyghur has identified “illegal” mining operations taking advantage of the naturally cool, […] The post Chinese Region Halts Cryptocurrency Mining Operations appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2018-7-24 07:00 | |
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CFTC Demands Almost $2 Million from Illegal Bitcoin Pool Operator
In a case that has been developing over the past few months, the U. S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has taken another step in its actions against Dillon Michael Dean and his U. K. -registered company The Entrepreneurs Headquarters Limited (TEH). дальше »
2018-7-24 00:00 | |
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By Semptember Chinese Region Will Close “Illegal” Bitcoin Miners
China’s Xinjiang Uyghur autonomous region is set to eliminate “illegal” bitcoin mining operations by the end of August, a government agency has confirmed to CoinDesk. “Local utility agencies and companies will be held accountable if they failed to shut down ‘illegal’ bitcoin mining operations,” the EIC writes. He said: “I have two partners (in the region): дальше »
2018-7-23 18:21 | |
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Bitcoin [BTC] worth $1.7 million seized in the UK, police close in on criminals
Police in the United Kingdom [UK] has become the first law enforcement agency to seize and convert Bitcoin seized from criminals. On 19th July, the Surrey Police force became the first UK law enforcement force to seize illegal cryptocurrency and convert it into pounds and then retain them in a designated government location. Reports by the […] дальше »
2018-7-22 10:53 | |
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Indian Central Bank Makes a Case Before Supreme Court Against Allowing Crypto Use
India’s central bank told the country’s supreme court on Friday that “allowing dealings in cryptocurrencies like bitcoin would encourage illegal transactions. ” Other crypto petitions being heard include one asking the government to “take emergency steps to restrain the sale and purchase of illegal cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2018-7-22 02:34 | |
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American Congressman Says Bitcoin Mining Should Be Made Illegal
Yesterday (18th July 2018), saw two separate House Committees discuss cryptocurrency in general, as well as specifically talking about Bitcoin. While the debates reached no clear conclusion, it has shown the general ignorance of the US’s elected officials on these topics. дальше »
2018-7-21 15:00 | |
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The Dark Side of Cryptocurrencies Highlighted yet Again at House Hearing
US senators are not convinced that cryptocurrencies could be used for positive purposes. During a House Financial Services Committee hearing titled ‘The Future of Money: Digital Currency,’ four witnesses spoke before the house to highlight the state of cryptocurrency. дальше »
2018-7-20 14:59 | |
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“STOP”: US Congressman and Cryptocurrency Critic Lashes Out on Twitter at People Investigating Backers’ Shady Past
In a direct message, Sherman said “STOP” to Twitter user @TheCryptoDog, who had made several Twitter and Reddit posts about the Congressman’s campaign funding history, which revealed that his main donor had been fined $13. дальше »
2018-7-19 19:24 | |
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Bitcoin Mining Should be Illegal in the United States, Says, Congressman
Two separate House Committees spent Wednesday (July 18, 2018) rambling on about Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. The summary of it all is that the United States elected officials do not know much about the emerging technology. дальше »
2018-7-19 14:16 | |
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Cryptocurrency Industry Needs to be Probed, Says U.S. Congressman
A Democratic lawmaker of the United States Congress wants the government to examine the use of cryptocurrencies for illegal activities critically. This call comes after revelations emerged last week that Bitcoin, a popular cryptocurrency played a role in the Russian meddling of the 2016 U. дальше »
2018-7-19 11:43 | |
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Indicted: Localbitcoins Trader Jailed for Money Laundering
LocalBitcoins trader, Theresa Lynn Tetley, also widely known as Bitcoin Maven has been indicted for indulging in illegal bitcoin-for-cash exchanges. The post Indicted: Localbitcoins Trader Jailed for Money Laundering appeared first on CoinCentral. дальше »
2018-7-18 22:58 | |
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A deeper look into the role of Bitcoin [BTC] in the discovery of election manipulation by Russia
OPINION: Ever since its entry into the mainstream, Bitcoin [BTC] has been criticized for being supportive towards illegal activities to the tune of money laundering and funding terrorists. Moreover, Bitcoin primarily gained prominence during the heyday of dark web-based black marketplace Silk Road, where illegal items such as drugs and unlicensed guns were purchased using […] дальше »
2018-7-17 17:29 | |
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Bitcoin Used by Russian Spies to Influence US Presidential Elections
According to an indictment revealed by the US Justice Department, Russian spies, who hacked the Democrats during the latest US presidential elections, used mainly Bitcoin to facilitate their illegal operations. дальше »
2018-7-16 16:00 | |
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Chinese Authorities Clampdown on Billion Dollar Bitcoin Gambling Ring
On July 11, 2018, the Chinese police apprehended over 540 people for organizing an online soccer gambling game which involved the exchange of bitcoins. The illegal betting places were conducted in south China’s Guangdong Province. дальше »
2018-7-15 14:30 | |
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China breaks up underground $1.5 billion World Cup crypto-gambling ring
In a first for China, an illegal World Cup gambling ring has been busted holding more than $1. 5 billion in live bets – all in cryptocurrencies. Six major suspects are in custody. Nestled in a southern Guangdong province, the syndicate is reported to have themselves been sitting on $1. дальше »
2018-7-13 11:49 | |
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Acclaimed Economist Joseph Stiglitz Believes Bitcoin Has No Purpose (He’s Wrong).
Nobel Prize winning Economist, Joseph Stiglitz has spoken about about Bitcoin. The long and short of this assault is that Stiglitz believes Bitcoin should be made illegal. Stiglitz believes that it’s association with crime, fraud and laundering makes it a dangerous assets that should be criminalised. дальше »
2018-7-12 06:00 | |
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Over a Million Computers Fall Prey to Crypto Mining Attack
Local police, recently, arrested a group of Chinese technology professionals in Da Lian City over charges of running a $2 million illegal crypto mining scheme. Of the 20 suspects, 11 were released on bail while 9 others have been jailed. дальше »
2018-7-10 16:14 | |
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Bitcoin’s Next Big Battle: Restoring its Reputation
Throughout its short existence, Bitcoin has successfully confronted several challenges, such as technical issues and internal wars. It has also withstood relentless persecution from governments and powerful financial personages. дальше »
2018-7-5 05:00 | |
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Crypto Clipboard Hijacker Malware is Tracking 2.3 Million Bitcoin Addresses
2. 3 Million BTC Addresses Monitored by Bitcoin Hackers Cybercriminals are trying to take several actions to acquire Bitcoin in an illegal way. During the last months we have seen how exchanges and other platforms have been hacked, for example, Bithumb or BitGrail. дальше »
2018-7-2 16:17 | |
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Report Reveals First Crypto Phishing Trends in Japanese Language
Reports have confirmed that Japan has been targeted by cybercriminals using phishing, or illegal acquisition of personal information, to steal cryptocurrencies by sending fake emails to crypto exchange users. дальше »
2018-7-2 14:20 | |
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FBI Has 130 Cryptocurrency-Related Cases, Reveals Agent
The cryptocurrency industry is linked to several illegal activities, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is currently investigating 130 cases. Kyle Armstrong, a supervisory special agent, revealed info while speaking at a cryptocurrency conference titled “Crypto Evolved” in New York on Wednesday, June 27, reported Bloomberg. дальше »
2018-7-1 14:14 | |
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Cryptocurrency May Be Used to Disrupt Elections or As Legit Campaign Donations
Critics have always been vocal about the potential usage of cryptocurrency in money laundering and the financing of a host of illegal activities. Recently, one more item has been added into their list of potential crypto issues when a cybersecurity consultant warned that these digital assets might be used to disrupt the US election process. дальше »
2018-6-29 12:04 | |
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A dark web drug ring has 17 million bitcoin seized!
The two were nabbed as part of a nationwide operation dubbed “Operation Dark Gold” which targets the illegal and criminal activities on dark web marketplaces. The DoJ seized over $ 22 million worth of assets from the two as well as other co-conspirators whose identity wasn’t revealed. $ 17 million of the seized assets was дальше »
2018-6-28 17:05 | |
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FBI Currently Investigating 130 Crypto-Related Cases
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has reportedly revealed that it is working on 130 cryptocurrency-related investigations, citing an increase in illegal activity facilitated by crypto payments. These cases “encompass crimes such as human trafficking, illicit drug sales, kidnapping and ransomware attacks. дальше »
2018-6-28 10:10 | |
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DOJ, U.S. Agencies Seize Over $12M Bitcoin in a Slew of Dark Web Busts
The U. S. Department of Justice, in cooperation with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the Secret Service (USSS), the Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), have apprehended more than 35 dark web drugs and arms dealers in a nation-wide bust. дальше »
2018-6-27 20:26 | |
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Lithuania Forges Ahead With Its Crypto Goals Despite Potential Threats
While most countries are trying different ways to entice cryptocurrency investors/traders and projects to within their borders, Lithuania is facing a totally different kind of problem. In fact, concerns are now being raised that the nation’s vibrant crypto industry might attract a deluge of funds that they should rather not touch – illegal money from […] Lithuania Forges Ahead With Its Crypto Goals Despite Potential Threats was originally found on [blokt] - Blockchain, Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency News. дальше »
2018-6-27 16:48 | |
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US Secret Service Urges Congress to Take Additional Regulatory Actions on Privacy Coins
The U. S. Secret Service is taking a firm stance against privacy coins like Monero and Zcash. A top official from the agency has reportedly sought help from Congress. He asked the lawmakers to make additional regulations for these coins to curb their use for illegal activities. дальше »
2018-6-26 21:01 | |
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New EU Directive Allows FIUs to Monitor Cryptocurrencies
The European Union, on Tuesday, published its Fifth Anti-Money Laundering Directive (Directive (EU) 2018/843) that strengthens the organization’s rules to detect and prevent illegal routes through which money is laundered in or out of the member nations. дальше »
2018-6-22 16:27 | |
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License Needed for Crypto Trading, Circulation, and Settlement in Cambodia
Three Cambodian government bodies have jointly announced that the propagation, circulation, buying, selling, trading, and settlement of cryptocurrencies without obtaining a license are illegal activities. дальше »
2018-6-22 02:20 | |
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Cambodia Regulators Clarify that Cryptocurrency operation without License is Illegal
With regards to the recent controversies surrounding the legalities of Bitcoin operation in Cambodia, Regulators in the country have issued a clarification on their facebook wall. According to them, any operation of the digital asset including its trading, buying, settlement, and investment without a license is illegal by law. дальше »
2018-6-21 14:09 | |
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Unofficial Report Confirms Tether’s Tokens Are Fully Backed by US Dollars
Tether Ltd. , which issues a stable coin allegedly tied to U. S. dollar reserves, claims it has hired Freeh Sporkin & Sullivan LLP — a law firm co-founded by FBI Director Louis Freeh — to confirm its bank deposits and assure investors that its cryptocurrency is backed by USD. дальше »
2018-6-21 23:05 | |
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Japan Cracks Down on Illegal Use of Computers to Mine Crypto
The police in Japan are cracking down on the illegal use of personal computers for cryptocurrency mining. Multiple prefectural police departments are currently investigating one particular case and pursuing criminal charges, which would make it the first criminal case in Japan where computers are illegally used for mining cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2018-6-13 09:40 | |
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Illegal Bitcoin-Fiat Exchange Affair Leads to LA Trader Facing Prosecution
A Bitcoin trader in Los Angeles, California is facing prosecution for allegedly running an unregistered multimillion dollar Bitcoin-fiat money transmitting business, NBC LA reported yesterday, June 11. дальше »
2018-6-13 21:48 | |
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