Why the Future of Bitcoin Depends on the Silk Road Trial

Why the Future of Bitcoin Depends on the Silk Road Trial

Over the weekend, Ross Ulbricht’s lawyer, Joshua Dratel, filed a motion asking the court to dismiss all charges against the Silk Road kingpin. It’s largely what you’d expect from a bullish defense attorney. But here’s the twist: Dratel throws bitcoin under the bus.

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Bitcoin and Other Virtual Currencies Finally Get Some Regulation

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