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Bitcoin Tests 2016 Highs as Investors Seek Privacy

Cryptocurrencies experienced notable volatility in October, with bitcoin enjoying gains while Monero, ether and ether classic all suffered declines.

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What's Left Before Bitcoin's Lightning Network Goes Live

There aren't many steps left before bitcoin's Lightning Network will be finished — or at least an early version of it.

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Bitcoin Wasn't the Only Digital Currency to See Post-Election Bounce

Bitcoin enjoyed a boost following the election, but Monero enjoyed the largest weekly gains, surging more than 20%.

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Blockchain for CPU? Analyzing Golem's Ethereum Token Sale

What you need to know about the imminent crowdfunding effort by Golem, an ethereum-based market for computer processing power.

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How Two New Sidechains Proposals Could Change Bitcoin's DNA

Work on bitcoin sidechains – long thought to be one of the best ways to improve the functionality of the network – is advancing. Here's how.

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Despite Trump Bump, Bitcoin Still Strives for 'Safe Haven' Status

An unexpected Trump presidential victory helped support the idea bitcoin could one day become a safe haven asset.

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Overstock's Blockchain and the War Against Naked Shorting

Overstock plans to sell shares of stock on its own transparent blockchain platform, but will it stop the cheating?

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In 2016 US Election, Bitcoin and Blockchain Were Blips on Campaign Radar

CoinDesk recounts its attempts to engage with major political candidates ahead of the 2016 US election.

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As Argentina Embraces Blockchain, Emphasis on Politics Remains

A recent conference highlights how bitcoin and blockchain may be a means to the same end for Argentina's entrepreneurs.

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Bitcoin Traders Believe Trump Win Could Trigger Price Boost

Market observers offer their views on how the US presidential election could impact digital currency markets.

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