Cryptocurrencies
Discover expert analysis on cryptocurrencies with news, features and insights from the team at IT Pro.
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Dell flags network-hijacking cryptocurrency thefts
News Researchers from Dell SecureWorks share details of a recent run of cryptocurrency thefts
By Caroline Donnelly Published
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Apple reverses ban to accept Bitcoin-based apps again
News Apple is ready to accept virtual currencies on its App Store again despite banning their use in 2013
By Alex Hamilton Published
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"Dark Wallet" bitcoin software aims to keep users anonymous
News App will keep transaction untraceable, no matter who you are
By Alex Hamilton Published
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Free bitcoins handed out to MIT students
News Massachusetts Institute of Technology will give each of its students $100 (£59) worth of the virtual currency
By Clare Hopping Published
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Europol highlights Bitcoin & dark net cyber security issues
News Head of Europol's European Cybercrime Centre sounds alarm over digital currencies and dark web resources
By Caroline Donnelly Published
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Lawyers want money-laundering charges dismissed
News Bitcoin’s ambiguous status used by Ross Ulbricht’s defence team
By Jane McCallion Published
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Europol calls for greater Bitcoin policing powers
News Concerns raised over use of crypto currencies for criminal activities.
By Jane McCallion Published
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Mt. Gox allows users to check bitcoin balance
News Website updated for customers to verify wallets.
By ITPro Published
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US watchdog considers bitcoin regulation
News Derivatives regulator looks at whether electronic currencies such as bitcoin need to be regulated.
By ITPro Published
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HMRC to change Bitcoin tax rules
News HMRC sets out plans to treat virtual currencies in the same way as pounds and dollars.
By Jane McCallion Published
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The Bitcoin business: Securing your crypto-currency
In-depth For many, Bitcoin remains clouded in confusion. Davey Winder explores what it is and how to use it securely.
By Davey Winder Published
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Alderney sets out plans to mint physical Bitcoins
News The channel island wants to become the first jurisdiction to mint physical versions of virtual currency.
By Rene Millman Published
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