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December 13, 2024

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Texas bill would allow Bitcoin to be used for taxes, donations

A bill introduced in the Texas Legislature would allow residents to use Bitcoin to pay taxes and make other political and charitable donations.

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Two states sue Glock over add-on that allows it to fire like a machine gun

Authorities in New Jersey and Minnesota filed a lawsuit against firearms manufacturer Glock on Thursday seeking to stop the sale of a weapon that can fire more than 1,000 rounds with the flick of a switch.

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Walmart's Mexican subsidiary plans to appeal $4.6 million fine for monopolistic conduct

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Walmart's Mexican subsidiary announced Friday that it plans to appeal a $4.6 million fine.

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