Bolivia lifts ban on Bitcoin, authorizes crypto transactions via banks
The change in regulatory stance marks the end of a ban on crypto use in the country that began in 2014.
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Abu Dhabi proposes framework for fiat-referenced tokens
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Vancouver passes motion to become a ‘Bitcoin-friendly city’
Six councilors supported the motion, while two opposed it over concerns about the potential use of digital assets in illicit activities and the environmental impacts of mining.

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