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Sydney, Australia
Australian Lawyers, Bitcoin Groups Call for Clarity on Regulation
Sensible policy is needed to legitimize bitcoin for banks and assist consumers and businesses, say Australian lawyers and groups.
Sydney, Australia

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Pittsburgh: Bitcoin Too Unstable for Local Tax Payments
The city of Pittsburgh has denied reports it is seeking to accept bitcoin for tax payments.
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French Finance Ministry
French Government Outlines New Regulations for Bitcoin Market Transparency
The regulations call for bitcoin exchanges and other companies to report the identity of transaction participants.
French Finance Ministry

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Australian Tax Office Delays Bitcoin Guidance
Breaking with expectations, the ATO postponed its ruling on taxation of digital currencies – for now.
australian dollars

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In Search of the Ideal Bitcoin Jurisdiction
A global jurisdictional hub for bitcoin would experience an influx of new capital and businesses, and experience rapid growth.
luxembourg

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Isle of Man Outlines Plans for Digital Currency Regulation
The Isle of Man's Department of Economic Development is set to introduce controls on digital currencies such as bitcoin.
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IRS: No Bitcoin Reporting Required for FinCEN Foreign Banking Tax Form
The government agency added that this policy could be changed for future tax years.
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Bitcoin Australia Launches Preemptive Strike Against Restrictive Taxes
The advocacy group says Australia's government needs a 'practical approach' to bitcoin, defining it as money for taxation.
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Canadian Economists: Bitcoin Needs Flexible Regulation to Thrive
The Montreal Economic Institute has published a research note that concludes bitcoin’s future hinges on its legal status.
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VAT
Polish Tax Authority: Bitcoin Mining Profits Subject to 23% VAT
A local tax authority made the statement following a request from a Polish bitcoin miner.
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