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Markets

Fed Up and Forking: Rival EOS Blockchains Are Becoming a Reality

EOS' launch has been fraught with controversy. Some users are fed up, and they're forking the protocol to give the network a better shot.

Markets  ·  10 August 2018
Bitcoin

Bitcoin’s Open Secret: Lightning Is Making Better Online Payments Possible

An influx of lightning apps are mostly silly, but they demo a serious point: the tech enables bitcoin to compete with traditional payment rails.

Tech  ·  10 August 2018
Banking

94 Companies Join IBM and Maersk’s Blockchain Supply Chain

TradeLens has attracted a wide variety of entities ranging from port operators and customs authorities to logistics companies and even rival carriers.

Business  ·  9 August 2018
Tezos

Now a Nearly $1 Billion Blockchain, Tezos Is Slowly Building Up Its Security

In the third week after opening its network security up to community involvement, Tezos' beta launch has been surprisingly smooth.

Tech  ·  9 August 2018
Banking

Inside State Street Bank’s Blockchain Deliberations

The global custody bank's tech and product teams are keen to transform securities lending into a peer-to-peer market, but not all are on board.

Business  ·  8 August 2018
Ethereum

Where Have All the Augur Users Gone?

Following an impressive launch, Augur's user base has been slipping. Could thin liquidity be the culprit?

Markets  ·  8 August 2018
Bitcoin

Code as a Weapon: Amir Taaki Wants You to Join the Real Crypto Revolution

Infamous developer Amir Taaki believes bitcoin's potential is exhausted, but he's not giving up the fight to change the world with cryptocurrency.

Business  ·  8 August 2018
Europe

Ethereum-Powered Insurer Nexus Is Winning Over Blockchain Skeptics

Nexus is one of several blockchain startups trying to revive mutual insurance. Its first product will cover the risks of ethereum smart contracts.

Policy & regulation  ·  7 August 2018
Features

Trigger Warning: Why the 3D-Printed Gun Debate Matters to Crypto

No matter where you stand on guns, U.S. states' attempt to silence the publication of software files should be concerning to the blockchain community.

Markets  ·  7 August 2018
Markets

For Wall Street, Bitcoin ETF Decision Could Answer ‘$1 Billion’ Question

CoinDesk talks to Wall Street analysts ahead of a decision that could find regulators approving the first exchange-traded fund for cryptocurrency.

Markets  ·  7 August 2018
Insurance

Blythe Masters Looks Beyond Finance for Next Wave of Blockchain Growth

The enterprise DLT startup now sees a vast range of opportunities, both within the industry where its founder spent most of her career and outside it.

Policy & regulation  ·  6 August 2018
Markets

Say Hello to SmartDrops: The New Way to Give Away Free Crypto

Can smarter airdrops help crypto projects build communities and keep speculation at bay?

Markets  ·  6 August 2018
Bitcoin

Why I Don’t Expect New Bitcoin Highs in 2018

While bullish on bitcoin's long-term prospects, an economist and investor heeds caution for more short-term price optimism.

Markets  ·  6 August 2018
Regulation

G20 Crypto Regulations Could Unleash Real Blockchain Change

Increased regulation, as long as it is done with industry cooperation and the aim of de-risking the broader market, will hasten blockchain adoption.

Policy & regulation  ·  3 August 2018
Investments

Handshake Revealed: VCs Back Plan to Give Away $100 Million in Crypto

Handshake plans to replace the digital entities that authenticate web payments, in the process rewarding those who built the web's infrastructure.

Business  ·  2 August 2018