Initial Coin Offerings

Bitcoin

Blockchain Entrepreneurs Target Apple and Google at Token Summit

The Token Summit was held today, showcasing how a blockchain-based economy may be on the horizon with real-world applications that serve actual needs.

Tech  ·  25 May 2017
Ethereum

ICOs Going Mainstream? Chat App Kik to Launch Token Sale

Messaging service Kik has revealed plans to launch its own cryptocurrency and ultimately create a new ecosystem for digital services.

Business  ·  25 May 2017
Regulation

Consensus 2017: Advice From a Lawyer to ICOs: ‘Don’t Be Stupid’

The legality of the ICO as a funding vehicle was discussed on day three of CoinDesk's annual Consensus event.

Policy & regulation  ·  25 May 2017
Bitcoin

Consensus 2017: The Ups and Downs of Digital Currencies

Two panels at Consensus 2017 conference focused on both the promise and pitfalls of digital currencies and blockchain assets.

Policy & regulation  ·  24 May 2017
Markets

Entrepreneur Vinny Lingham to Announce ICO at Consensus 2017

The CEO of blockchain identity platform Civic is expected to announce a forthcoming token sale today.

Markets  ·  23 May 2017
Regulation

Consensus 2017: The Legality of ICOs – Past and Future

Afternoon panel sessions at day one of Consensus 2017 showcased a variety of positions on the emerging phenomenon of token sales.

Policy & regulation  ·  23 May 2017
ICOs

AlphaPoint Taps into ICO Popularity With Token Launch Toolkit

Digital currency exchange software provider AlphaPoint is expanding into the market for ICOs with a white-label toolkit.

Business  ·  22 May 2017
Investments

Boost VC Will Now Invest Directly in Crypto ICOs

Institutional investor Boost VC is formally opening its doors to so-called ICOs, becoming the latest big venture firm to back the concept.

Business  ·  16 May 2017