Features
Can Bitcoin Deliver on its Promise to the World's Unbanked?
Bitcoin offers financial services for underserved populations, but hurdles still remain before its potential can be realised.

Bitcoin in the Philippines, By the Numbers
With millions unbanked in the Philippines, and remittances booming, the bitcoin solution practically writes itself, says Luis Buenaventura.

The Promise and Pitfalls of Crypto Crowdfunding
New initiatives by Swarm are trying to push crypto-based crowdfunding forward. But are they the solution?

All Things Alt: Starcraft Goes Crypto, Urocoin's Future and a Mining Pool Prohibition
The minerals community is sponsoring a StarCraft II tournament while Bitcoin Talk is restricting altcoin pool advertisements.

BitLicense Bitcoins Will Trade at The Market Rate
Jason Tyra evaluates whether bitcoins that go through licensed exchanges will trade at market rate or at a discount.

Hip-Hop Icon Nas: We're Entering the Age of Bitcoin
Musician-turned-entrepreneur Nasir Jones talks candidly with CoinDesk about his personal and business interests in the bitcoin space.

Why Argentina’s Debt Default is an Opportunity for Bitcoin
Wednesday's controversial debt default by Argentina can only help bitcoin further boom in the country, says James Downer.

Patrick Byrne: Overstock Exploring Block Chain-Based Public Stock Offering
Overstock CEO Patrick Byrne is considering issuing ‘cryptosecurities’ using block chain technology, saying it will help erase global corruption.

New York's BitLicense Proposal: The View from China
Prominent members of China's bitcoin ecosystem discuss the possible effects of proposed US regulations on the industry.

Bitcoins Affected by New York's BitLicense May Trade at Discount
Savvy traders could profit handsomely from the bitcoin arbitrage opportunities presented by a future BitLicense, argues Jon Matonis.
