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China's Security Ministry Touts Blockchain for Evidence Storage
China's Ministry of Public Security has developed a blockchain system aimed to more securely store evidence collected during police investigations.
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I'll Give You My Bitcoin When You Pry It From My Cold, Dead Hands
Unlike money in the bank, cryptocurrency can't be unilaterally seized by governments, clawing back a modicum of power for the individual.
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33 Cases: Cryptocurrency Fraud Is on the Rise in Japan
Japanese law enforcement officials have released new figures about cryptocurrency-related fraud during 2017.
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Bitcoin Exchange BTC-e Promises 'Daily' Updates During Relaunch Attempt
BTC-e says it will publish more frequent updates about its recovery plans after August 31, according to a newly released statement.
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UK Police Want to Change the Law to Make Bitcoin Seizures Easier
A research office backed by a number of U.K. police groups has proposed changing the country’s laws to make seizing bitcoin holdings easier.
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Swedish Police to Seek EU Funds for Cryptocurrency Research
National police forces in Europe are seeking new cash for research on how to tackle cybercrimes involving digital currency.
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Bitcoin Groups and Law Enforcement Unite to Form Blockchain Alliance
A number of digital currency groups and businesses are partnering with law enforcement agencies on a new public-private discussion forum.
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