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EOS: Unpacking the Big Promises Behind a Possible Blockchain Contender
25.6.2017
Dan Larimer says his new project has an infinitely scalable blockchain, but skeptics doubt the controversial figure's ability to pull it off
Why the Blockchain Needs More Failures to Succeed
3.6.2017
Tired of scams? Entrepreneur William Mougayar argues that more failures are needed to take the blockchain industry to the next level
$600k for an Ethereum Name? A Thriving Auction Market Is Underway
13.5.2017
An ethereum project aimed at decentralizing the domain space is winning enthusiasm – and investment dollars – from crypto investors
The Litening: Will Litecoin Be the First Big Blockchain With Lightning?
2.5.2017
A new test version of the Lightning Network launched today, marking a step toward a long-awaited live debut on a major cryptocurrency
Bitcoin’s Price is Nearing All-Time Highs, But Market Confidence Isn’t
26.4.2017
While the price of bitcoin is within striking distance of all-time highs set in March, worries about the state of the network’s infrastructure are combining to depress sentiment. Chief among concerns are the ongoing issues at British Virgin Islands-based digital currency exchange Bitfinex,...
A (Short) Guide to Blockchain Consensus Protocols
4.3.2017
Bitcoin's consensus mechanism is great, but it isn't perfect. This article looks at some of the more viable public blockchain alternatives
A Framework for Valuing Crypto Tokens
3.3.2017
Acupay CTO Sid Kalla provides an in-depth guide for those considering investing in an initial coin offering or ICO
Beyond Immutability: Ethereum Classic Maps a Way Forward
3.3.2017
Apart from a commitment to immutability, ethereum classic is much like ethereum. Now, though, its supporters favor another pillar of differentiation
Drugs, Code and ICOs: Monero’s Long Road to Blockchain Respect
4.2.2017
CoinDesk explores the alternative digital currency monero and its long road to becoming of the industry's most talked-about projects
Why There’s Still Hope for Bitcoin Remittance Companies
2.1.2017
Bitspark's George Harrap lists his takeaways from three years of running a bitcoin-based remittance startup
Suspense Lingers as Bitcoin’s Price Eyes $1,000
31.12.2016
A continued bull run saw bitcoin prices push higher this week, but the digital currency failed to reach $1,000
A Strange High: Two Days at Denver’s Crypto-Cannabis Conference
5.11.2016
Denver's Crypto-Cannabis Conference wants a marriage between the cryptocurrency and cannabis industry, but is the use case strong enough?
The Blockchain Created By Ethereum’s Fork is Forking Now
25.10.2016
A blockchain that was born out of the rejection of a specific technical change is on the verge of making that specific change, some argue
On Tokens and Crowdsales: How Startups Are Using Blockchain to Raise Capital
20.8.2016
A look at the ways startups are utilising blockchain-based software tokens, and the various decentralized business models taking shape around them
Ethereum Hard Fork Creates Competing Currencies
24.7.2016
The Ethereum hard fork executed last week has inadvertently resulted in the creation of a competing currency, classic ether
Libertarian Party of Texas to Store Election Results On Three Blockchains
8.4.2016
The Libertarian Party of Texas will log the results of its ballot initiatives on three separate blockchains implemented by Blockchain Technology Corp
Why and How Banks Should Embrace Blockchain Tech
18.8.2015
In the second part of his three-part series, angel investor William Mougayar looks at why and how banks should start embracing blockchain technology
Mastercoin Seeks Second Start With Omni Reboot
21.1.2015
Pioneering crypto 2.0 project Mastercoin has officially rebranded as Omni in a bid to solidify its messaging in the face of criticism and competition
GAW Miners and the Disappearing $20 Paycoin Floor
7.1.2015
CoinDesk looks into the recent controversy surrounding US-based crypto mining company GAW Miners and its recently launched digital currency, paycoin
New Altcoin Promotes Fitness with ‘Proof of Sweat’
15.8.2014
Mangocoinz uses exercise as proof of work, but how to stop the cheaters?