The attackers appear to be focusing on anyone who talks on social media about owning virtual currencies or anyone who is known to invest in virtual currency companies, such as venture capitalists. (nytimes.com)
«DNB banks and payment institutions that do decide to get involved with virtual currency companies or invest themselves into virtual currency in any way involved (require) rigorous tests to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.» (coindesk.com)
This surety requirement will likely be an obstacle for virtual currency companies because of the cyclical nature and difficulty of obtaining such bonds in the marketplace. (ethnews.com)