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Digital Currency Exchange ShapeShift Raises $10.4 Million Series A

Digital currency exchange startup ShapeShift has closed a new funding round, one which it hopes will fuel a suite of new products.

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Say Hello to the Multi-Blockchain Business Model

There's been a shift in the nature of blockchain investments over the past six months, one that sees a diversification in geography and technology.

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Bitcoin Wallet Maker CoolBitX Raises $500k for Healthcare Solution

Bitcoin hardware wallet maker CoolBitX has raised $500,000 as part of its push into the broader blockchain security industry.

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Why the ICO Model's Success Could Be Its Downfall

The notable successes of token sales as speculative investments could end up being the nail in their coffin, argues Noelle Acheson.

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Banking Giant Mizuho Invests in Japan's Biggest Bitcoin Exchange

Japan's largest bitcoin exchange by volume has announced a new round of fundraising backed by three domestic financial giants.

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Deutsche Bank Analyst: Blockchain Could Have Prevented Soros Leaks

One Deutsche Bank analyst believes a recent, unwanted financial disclosure could have been prevented with blockchain tech.

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Huiyin Adds $60 Million to Blockchain Startup Fund

Huiyin Blockchain Venture is doubling down on its commitment to invest in industry startups, increasing the size of its fund to $80m.

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Watch Out – The ICOs Are Coming

While the ICO party should continue, startups need to take precautions to avoid ending up in tears at the end, argues William Mougayar.

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Charlie Shrem's Post-Prison Blockchain Firm Sees Gold in Garbage

Charlie Shrem is re-imagining investment on the ethereum blockchain with a fund focusing on garbage.

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BitPagos Raises $1.9 Million in Funding, Rebrands as Ripio

Argentinian bitcoin startup Ripio has raised $2.3m in Series A capital.

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