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Long Live Dogecoin: Why Developers Won't Let the Joke Currency Die

Is dogecoin dying? Can a cryptocurrency truly be killed? CoinDesk explores the so-called joke currency in a new feature piece.

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A (Short) Guide to Blockchain Consensus Protocols

Bitcoin's consensus mechanism is great, but it isn't perfect. This article looks at some of the more viable public blockchain alternatives.

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A Framework for Valuing Crypto Tokens

Acupay CTO Sid Kalla provides an in-depth guide for those considering investing in an initial coin offering or ICO.

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Blockchain Adoption Optimism Suffers Setback at DTCC Fintech Event

The anticipated timeline for blockchain adoption has increased since last year for attendees of the annual DTCC fintech gathering.

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Beyond Immutability: Ethereum Classic Maps a Way Forward

Apart from a commitment to immutability, ethereum classic is much like ethereum. Now, though, its supporters favor another pillar of differentiation.

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The Lack of Blockchain Talent is Becoming An Industry Concern

At the DTCC's Fintech Symposium, the lack of available blockchain job applicants was cited as a roadblock to industry goals.

DTCC Fintech Symposium 2017. Credit: CoinDesk/Michael del Castillo

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Ethereum Spam Attacks Are Back – This Time on the Test Network

Following DoS attacks on the ethereum network last year, an attacker has picked an easier target to spam: Ropsten, the ethereum testing network.

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CoinDesk Research: Speculation Driving Boom in Blockchain 'ICOs'

CoinDesk Research highlights the key findings from its first ‘Spotlight Study’ of 2017: an in-depth look at the blockchain token sales or ICOs.

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Disruption Not Included? Ethereum Alliance Shows Blockchain Shift

The founding members of the Ethereum Enterprise Alliance are looking for the best of both worlds – for startups and incumbents.

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Big Corporates Unite for Launch of Enterprise Ethereum Alliance

JP Morgan, Microsoft, BP and Wipro are among the global corporations behind the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance, set to be unveiled today.

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