AML Software sues Athena Bitcoin, adding to existing legal woes

September 26, 2025

AML Software is suing Athena Bitcoin over allegedly stealing its source code for its bitcoin ATMs, according to a report by decrypt.

European banks embrace stablecoins

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

September 26, 2025

Multiple banks across Europe are moving ahead with stablecoin offerings, despite some warnings from central banks.

Kazakhstan unveils Evo stablecoin through Solana, Mastercard

September 23, 2025

The National Bank of Kazakhstan has introduced the Evo stablecoin which is tied to its tenge currency.

Coinbase fights back against bank's claim of stablecoin deposit erosion

September 16, 2025

Banks claim stablecoins could threaten deposits. Coinbase calls foul.

DC AG sues Bitcoin ATM operator Athena Bitcoin for allegedly exploiting scam victims

September 9, 2025

Brian L. Schwalb, attorney general for Washington, D.C., has filed a lawsuit against bitcoin ATM operator Athena Bitcoin Inc. for allegedly financially…

SEC to revamp cryptocurrency policies amid Trump's pro crypto push

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

The SEC has sent out signals of friendlier days for cryptocurrency businesses amid President Trump's pro crypto legislation.

Illinois Governor signs laws regulating crypto, bitcoin ATMs

August 19, 2025

Governor JB Pritzker of Illinois has signed two bills to regulate cryptocurrency and prevent bitcoin ATM scams: The Digital Assets and Consumer Protection Act…

Wisconsin Senate intros crypto ATM fraud bill

August 13, 2025

Several Wisconsin senators introduced a companion bill to one in the House to combat crypto ATM fraud. The bill would require fraud warnings and for crypto ATM…

FinCEN warns of rising bitcoin ATM scams

August 8, 2025

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has put out a warning about the growth of bitcoin ATM scams. In particular it is asking financial institutions to "be…

Bitcoin ATM Scams 101: How they work, the legal landscape, how the industry is fighting back

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Take a look at our deep dive into bitcoin ATM scams, the legal landscape, and how operators can respond.

Illinois Governor Pritzker to call for bitcoin ATM regulations

February 19, 2025

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker will likely propose regulations on cryptocurrency ATMs. In particular his administration aims to tackle scamming and money…

Australian police arrest bitcoin ATM, Pokemon, Magic the Gathering card thieves

February 18, 2025

Australian police recently arrested a criminal ring operating in Melbourne. They discovered six cryptocurrency ATMs and $50,0000 worth of Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh…

Poland becomes 5th biggest bitcoin ATM country

January 27, 2025

Poland now has 219 active bitcoin ATMs, making it the fifth largest host of the machines in the world, after the U.S., Canada, Australia and Spain. The country…

CoinFlip intros wallet app for Australia, New Zealand

November 25, 2024

CoinFlip, a cryptocurrency platform provider, launched its Wallet app for Australia and New Zealand. With this app, customers can manage their cryptocurrency…

CoinFlip deploys bitcoin ATMs in Yesway

October 23, 2024

CoinFlip recently partnered with Yesway, a convenience store chain that operates under Yesway and Allsup brands, to deploy bitcoin ATMs at 45 Yesway and Allsup…

RockitCoin launches in Australia

October 7, 2024

RockitCoin, a bitcoin ATM operator, launched in Australia. It plans to install bitcoin ATMs in the country to meet the Australian demand for cryptocurrency…

Bitcoin ATMs see 600+ decrease in Q3 2024

September 6, 2024

In the first two months of the third quarter 2024, more than 600 bitcoin ATMs went offline, with 435 going down in July and 182 in August. One reason for this…

UK mobile phone shop charged with operating illegal crypto ATM

September 3, 2024

Habibur Rahman, 37 has been charged by Kent Police of operating an illegal cryptocurrency ATM in London at the Gadcet mobile phone shop. He was charged with…

CoinFlip expands into Mexico

August 30, 2024

CoinFlip, a digital currency platform, has expanded into Mexico with its bitcoin ATMs. In particular, customers can find CoinFlip's ATMs in Mexico City in more…

NCR Atleos intros Cashout feature for LibertyX Bitcoin ATMs

August 30, 2024

NCR Atleos announced a Cashout feature for LibertyX Bitcoin-enabled ATMs to allow customers to sell bitcoin and receive cash in one transaction, according to a…