Warren Buffett, Bill Gates beat up on bitcoin
Price falls after billionaires denounce investor speculation in the cryptocurrency as financial "dementia"
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School district pays bitcoin ransom after cyberattack
A Massachusetts school district is still waiting for its computer system to be “unlocked” after it paid a $10,000 Bitcoin ransom to hackers following a cyberattack on its system. Police said there is no criminal investigation ongoing because the attack could have come from outside the U.S. CBS Boston's David Robichaud reports.
Understanding cryptocurrencies
The rise of cryptocurrencies could transfer a range of services from online payments to global transactions. Senior reporter at CNET Ben Rubin joins CBSN with how these digital currencies could affect our everyday lives in the years to come.
"Bitcoin heist" suspect reportedly flees on flight with Iceland's leader
Suspected of mastermind in theft of computers to mine virtual currencies likely now in Sweden after breaking out of prison
Is bitcoin dead? Hardly. Will it rebound? Who knows
The only thing that's sure is the cryptocurrency's skeptics and supporters will maintain their raging debate over it
Reddit unplugs bitcoin payments
Citing "some bugs" that were affecting purchases, the social media platform is bailing on the largest cryptocurrency
Atlanta ransomware attack still causing chaos
City employees using pencils and paper after hackers demanded $51,000 in bitcoin to unblock access to electronic records
"Big Bitcoin Heist": 600 powerful computers stolen from data centers
If the stolen equipment is used for its original purpose -- to create new bitcoins -- the thieves could turn a massive profit in an untraceable currency without ever selling the items
Once sizzling blockchain stocks start to fizzle
Riot Blockchain, which skyrocketed after changing its name and corporate strategy, is among those that have plummeted
U.S. stocks rebound after a day of volatile trading
The market climbed higher in late trading, following a two-day slump that included the biggest point plunge ever
Cryptocurrency prices hit reverse
Bitcoin and other digital money are the midst of an epic slump, even as some fans remain confident of a rebound
The man behind Facebook's ban on cryptocurrency ads
Vocal critic says it remains to be seen just how serious the social media giant is about deterring scammers
Cryptocurrency prices plunge as regulators clamp down
Bitcoin has lost almost 60 percent of its value since its December peak amid widening regulatory scrutiny
Facebook bans cryptocurrency ads
Social network says it's protecting users from deceptive advertisements often linked with scams
U.S. Treasury official urges regulation of cryptocurrencies
The official is urging Asian banks to do more to tighten oversight of trading in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies
South Korea ends anonymous cryptocurrency trading
In a slight easing of its stance on bitcoin and its ilk, regulators say all trades must be traceable and monitored
Bitcoin could change the world, even if it crashes
The best thing about cryptocurrencies may be the blockchain technology they are built on
Cryptocurrencies: Market manipulation a rising fear
Despite the massive price run-up and all the hype, digital money is hampered by its vulnerability to fraud
Volatility returns to the U.S. stock market
Tuesday's wild ride on Wall Street could mark a possible shift to the late bubble behavior seen in 2000 and 2007
Bitcoin prices plunge as South Korea says ban still an option
The digital currency tumbled more than 7 percent as South Korea's finance minister said a crackdown is possible
Bitcoin profits and the IRS
While you can't use a cryptocurrency to pay your tax bill, the IRS does have rules that treat transactions with one
Hospital computer system held for ransom, bitcoin demanded
"Unfortunately this sort of behavior is widespread in the world today, and we had the misfortune to be next on the list"
Money transfer giant to test cryptocurrency
A digital currency whose price has risen even faster than bitcoin's could be a good way to transfer funds, backers say
Talk of crypto trading ban slams bitcoin prices
The value of all kinds of digital currencies fell after country's justice minister says trading ban is in the works
Kodak launches cryptocurrency, stock soars
Shares of the struggling imaging company rocketed up after it announces plan to enter digital currency market
Election Day 2025 results: Democrats sweep major races
Candidates from different wings of the Democratic Party won key races in the biggest test since President Trump's victory last year. Follow live results here.
UPS plane crashes near Louisville airport, at least 7 killed, officials say
The number of fatalities is expected to increase after a UPS plane crashed Tuesday near the Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said.
California voters pass Prop 50 to redraw the state's congressional maps, CBS News projects
California voters have passed Proposition 50, CBS News projects, approving a measure that will redraw the state's congressional districts.
Here's what Mamdani's win could mean for Democrats nationwide
A Democratic Socialists of America leader says New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani offers a "powerful way forward" for Democrats — but some moderates worry he'll hand the GOP "a pretty potent set of weapons" in next year's midterms.
Government shutdown becomes longest in U.S. history after failed Senate vote
The Senate failed for the 14th time to advance a bill to end the government shutdown, now the longest in U.S. history. Follow live updates here.
Here's what CBS News exit polls told us about the 2025 elections
Exit polls in the 2025 races in New Jersey, Virginia, New York City and California showed Trump and the economy were on the minds of voters.
Supreme Court hears arguments today over Trump's tariffs
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments over whether a federal emergency powers law authorizes President Trump's most sweeping tariffs.
Democrat Mikie Sherrill defeats Jack Ciattarelli in N.J. governor's race
Democrat Mikie Sherrill is set to be the next governor of New Jersey after she defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli, CBS News projects.
Democrat Abigail Spanberger wins Virginia governor's race, CBS News projects
Democrat Abigail Spanberger will be Virginia's next governor, CBS News projects, defeating Republican Winsome Earle-Sears after a race dominated by President Trump.