Italian Parliament to Host First Bitcoin Hearings this June
Italy's House of Parliament is set to hold two hearings on the risks, promises and opportunities posed by bitcoin and other digital currency technologies this June as the government seeks to conduct broader fact-finding on the subject. The events will bring together local lawmakers, academics and international representatives from the bitcoin industry. The first meeting is set to take place on 11th June, featuring participation from parliament member Stefano Quintarelli and Senate Vice President of Treasury and Finance Committee Francesco Molinari, among others. Organised by digital....
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