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SPECTRE Creators Seek VC Backing for Blockchain-Free Cryptocurrency

A veteran researcher behind two influential papers in the emerging field of crypto-economics is gearing up to launch a new cryptocurrency.

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Making Boring Sexy: NSD Sees Booming Interest for Blockchain Bonds

Russia's National Security Depository is seeing an unexpected benefit of blockchain that could turn into a new source of revenue: publicity.

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Perks of a Follower? HKEX Seeks Second-Mover Advantage on Blockchain

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is comfortable watching and learning from the sidelines while other securities' exchanges adopt blockchain.

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Bitcoin Gold: What to Know About the Blockchain's Next Split

What is bitcoin gold? A new cryptocurrency project expects to launch today. Here's what it is and why it matters.

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Ether Price Hits One-Month Low Below $280

The price of ether hit its lowest point in one month on Monday, falling to $275 despite strong gains observed elsewhere in the cryptocurrency market.

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Foxconn Backs $16 Million Series B for Bitcoin Startup Abra

Abra founder Bill Barhydt now envisions that bitcoin micropayments and smart contracts, combined with IoT, can underpin a new type of consumer credit.

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Blockchain for Inclusion? Gates Foundation Strikes Tepid Tone at Money2020

While it sees potential for distributed ledgers in supporting its mission, the Gates Foundation also notes limitations to the technology.

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Prepping for a Pullback? Bitcoin Price Drops Below $6,000

Bitcoin prices are trending down, but is this the sign of a developing trend?

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Thinking Big? Bank Blockchains Will Advance By Doing Anything But

Recently announced bank blockchain projects may be modest in scope, but they are beginning to paint a much larger picture.

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To the Moon – Or Bust? Questions to Ask When Evaluating ICOs

Bruce Fenton offers a much needed uniform set of criteria by which investors can analyze ICOs and cryptocurrencies.

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