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Bitcoin in the Headlines: Rolling With the Punches
This week's media coverage, though interrupted by the launch of Ethereum's decentralised app network, largely scrutinised bitcoin's reputation.
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By Yessi Bello Perez
Jul 31, 2015 at 5:41 p.m. UTC
Jul 31, 2015
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Research: Over $11 Million Lost in Bitcoin Scams Since 2011
At least $11m has gone to fraudsters running bitcoin scams in the last four years, university researchers have found.
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By Joon Ian Wong
Jan 29, 2015 at 4:29 p.m. UTC
Jan 29, 2015
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How to Avoid Bitcoin Scams in 2015
2014 was a great year for bitcoin, but its success has drawn bad actors to the space. So how should you keep your funds safe in 2015?
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By Tanaya Macheel
Jan 2, 2015 at 10:37 a.m. UTC
Jan 2, 2015
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The OCC warned consumers not to respond to scammers seeking their bitcoin wallet keys.
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Bitcoin Foundation Issues Fraud Alert Over Cloned Websites
The Bitcoin Foundation has warned that two unaffiliated fake websites are trying to con users out of their funds.
The OCC warned consumers not to respond to scammers seeking their bitcoin wallet keys.
By Nermin Hajdarbegovic
Dec 2, 2014 at 4:03 p.m. UTC
Dec 2, 2014
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How Cryptoagency is Building Bitcoin's Better Business Bureau
Cryptoagency.org is seeking to build a Better Business Bureau for the bitcoin industry, fueled by user reviews.
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By Danny Bradbury
Aug 19, 2014 at 9:35 p.m. UTC
Aug 19, 2014
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Phishing Scam Targets US Marshals Service Bitcoin Auction List
The attack targeted individuals on the leaked Silk Road auction email list, successfully stealing 100 BTC.
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By Joon Ian Wong
Jul 4, 2014 at 4:46 p.m. UTC
Jul 4, 2014
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Silk Road 2 Loses Over $2.6 Million in Bitcoins in Alleged Hack
Customers are furious after black market drugs site Silk Road 2 says it lost their coins to hackers.
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By Danny Bradbury
Feb 13, 2014 at 10:45 p.m. UTC
Feb 13, 2014
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Indian Ministry of Finance
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Are India's Regulators Poised to Clamp Down on Bitcoin?
Indian authorities are allegedly preparing a public advisory to warn against the risks of emerging digital currencies.
Indian Ministry of Finance
By Nermin Hajdarbegovic
Dec 9, 2013 at 4:10 p.m. UTC
Dec 9, 2013
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America police bitcoin
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China
US Regulators: the World's Bitcoin Police?
FinCEN's desire to regulate cryptocurrencies like bitcoin may see China "eat the USA's lunch".
America police bitcoin
By Daniel Cawrey
Nov 30, 2013 at 10:40 a.m. UTC
Nov 30, 2013
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Cryptolocker bitcoin ransomware gang
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Tens of Millions in the UK May Be Targeted by CryptoLocker Bitcoin Ransomware
The UK’s crime agency alerted people today after bitcoin ransomware scourge Cryptolocker swept the country.
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By Danny Bradbury
Nov 15, 2013 at 10:43 p.m. UTC
Nov 15, 2013
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