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How BitPesa Plans to Reduce Friction in the Remittances Market

The socially-focused bitcoin startup aims to "cut through" the inefficiencies in international remittances and underdeveloped banking systems.

By Kadhim ShubberJun 16, 2014

Brooklyn's Holiday Inn Express is to start accepting the digital currency in a pilot programme managed by Charlie Shrem.

Ripple Labs has been accepted into the NACHA Payments Innovation Alliance, a non-profit organization that oversees the ACH network.

By Jon SouthurstJun 10, 2014

The US bank holding company is seeking data scientists with sufficient expertise to investigate cryptocurrencies and other disruptive technologies.

If anything, the news that satellite operator DISH Network will accept bitcoin is positive publicity for the virtual currency.

By Daniel CawreyJun 7, 2014

The charity, which is best known for its 'Red Nose Day' telethon, is exploring the potential for cryptocurrency donations.

By Daniel PalmerJun 6, 2014

John Donahoe has once again suggested that the integration of digital currencies into his companies' offerings is inevitable.

By Pete RizzoJun 5, 2014

Fidor COO Michael Maier tells CoinDesk about the bank's growing role in serving and expanding the digital currency ecosystem.

By Daniel CawreyJun 5, 2014

The card will launch by the end of June, but the choice of card network partner remains a mystery.

The Dutch event has been hailed a success and many participating establishments say they plan to continue with bitcoin.

By Daniel PalmerJun 3, 2014

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