Legal & Regulatory
U.S. regulators discuss digital currency with Bitcoin Group
Bitcoin Foundation joins U.S. regulators in FinCEN-hosted discussion regarding digital currency. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) director Jennifer Shasky-Calvery hosted a discussion with members of the Bitcoin Foundation.
Facebook privacy settlement approved by U.S. judge
U.S. judge approves USD20 million Facebook settlement on lawsuit over targeted ads. A U. S. judge granted final approval on Monday to Facebook's USD20 million settlement despite objections from plaintiff's that the lawsuit failed to cover children's privacy.
Chinese landmark copper deal with Afghanistan at risk
An acquisition deal for a Chinese copper landmark had been placed at risk after the USD3 billion agreement was reviewed.
Uralkali CEO in custody after holding potash talks in Belarus
Uralkali CEO Vladislav Baumgertner was held in custody after holding potash discussions in Belarus. OAO Uralkali Chief Executive Officer Vladislav Baumgertner was detained in Belarus.




