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Broken Privacy? The Allegations Against Monero Are Old News
Monero devs think a re-released paper is causing unnecessary stir, but also believe it will help move the crypto's privacy tech forward.

Bitcoin's Lightning Network Is Live, But Can It Keep from Going Corporate?
As startups developing bitcoin's Lightning Network start pushing the tech forward, some wonder whether it'll be taken over by corporate interests.

What It's Like to Talk to the SEC About Your ICO
Sweetbridge's CEO met face-to-face with the SEC and came away with a sense the regulator is open to figuring out the best rules for the industry.

Sharding Is Ushering in Radical Ethereum Designs
One of ethereum's biggest upgrades isn't quite live, but that doesn't mean it's not inspiring critical thinking about how to boost the network.

Hyperledger Tech Heats Up Ahead of Software Debuts
2018 is shaping up to be a watershed year for enterprise-grade blockchain, with the upcoming launch of four Hyperledger solutions into version 1.0.

A G20 Crypto Policy? Let's Hope It's a Pipe Dream
The world's economic leaders are seeking a globally coordinated policy on cryptocurrencies. This could take a while. But that may be just as well.

Vitalik Wants You to Pay to Slow Ethereum's Growth
Ethereum's creator has proposed a new fee to help keep the cryptocurrency decentralized.

If Facebook Can Be Worth Billions, Why Can't Cryptos?
CoinDesk Editor Pete Rizzo puts forth an alternate way to think about crypto valuations – one that might poke holes in critics' bubble talk.

Child Porn On Bitcoin? Why This Doesn't Mean What You Might Think
Bitcoin isn’t illegal, but SESTA-FOSTA could be used to sue miners or node operators depending on what they store in the blockchain.

Blythe Masters' Next Move? Blockchain SDKs
Former JP Morgan executive Blythe Masters recently unveiled a new software suite designed to help propel the next wave of business blockchain growth.
