BitShares

This Tiny Crypto Startup Has Lessons for Libra’s ‘Unbanked’ Dreams

If Facebook’s Libra project truly aims to serve the globe’s 1.7 billion unbanked, Hong Kong-based Bitspark might offer some insights.

Business  ·  18 November 2019
EOS

EOS: Unpacking the Big Promises Behind a Possible Blockchain Contender

Dan Larimer says his new project has an infinitely scalable blockchain, but skeptics doubt the controversial figure's ability to pull it off.

Tech  ·  25 June 2017
Exchanges

BitShares Rebranding Signals New Communication Strategy

Pioneering crypto 2.0 project BitShares is rebranding its website in a bid to encourage merchants and consumers to use its decentralized exchange.

Tech  ·  5 February 2015
Startups

Crypto 2.0 Roundup: The Overstock Effect, Counterparty Debates and a Crypto iTunes

CoinDesk explores how Overstock's alliance with Counterparty will impact crypto 2.0, and a new platform for music lovers.

Business  ·  10 October 2014
Ethereum

Crypto 2.0 Roundup: Bitcoin’s Revolution Moves Beyond Currency

CoinDesk explores the startups seeking to apply distributed ledger technology to the world beyond currency.

Tech  ·  23 August 2014
Regulation

Who Will Protect Investors in a Cryptocurrency Crowdsale?

Crowdselling via block chains is about to become big news, say advocates – but who will protect investors?

Policy & regulation  ·  28 May 2014
Exchanges

BitShares P2P trading platform to offer dividends on bitcoins

A financial derivatives trading exchange that will also send your email securely now has Chinese VC backing.

Tech  ·  22 August 2013