Pseudonymous developer Sunny King, the creator of proof-of-stake, has a new approach for the consensus mechanism – and it revolves around hardware.
With bitcoin mining becoming less profitable, one recipient of excess hashpower is Peercoin, a lesser-known digital currency.
Hong Kong-based multi-currency exchange ANX has upgraded its iOS and Android apps with features for traders and consumers.
After trial and error on business ideas, the company believes one wallet for top altcoins is something investors need.
Part Three of our survey examines merchant satisfaction with bitcoin, as well as their interest in altcoins.
How to reduce carbon emissions from bitcoin mining? CoinDesk looks at the pros and cons of the available options.
Are cryptocurrencies in the midst of a battle similar to that fought by HD DVDs and Blu-ray Discs?
The exchange currently trades 157 cryptocurrencies and 70,000 active users, but it hasn't added fiat currency – yet.
Which were the top altcoins of 2013? By market capitalization, here they are.
Numerous altcoins are riding on bitcoin's coattails: some designed to improve upon bitcoin and others designed for specific purposes.
Litecoin caught the market’s attention earlier this year when it spiked approximately 10,000% in a few weeks.
Will Peercoin shine thanks to its new community development push?