startups
South American startup Moneero creates SMS bitcoin payment system
A startup based in Uruguay is looking to make bitcoin easier to use via the widely used SMS platform.
Taking bitcoin to a whole new level: Jeremy Allaire reveals all about Circle
Jeremy Allaire tells us about Circle and what he plans to do with the bitcoin company's $9m investment.
Circle launches with $9 Million from Jim Breyer, Accel and General Catalyst in biggest ever bitcoin funding
Circle announced today it has raised $9m to bring easy-to-use bitcoin payment services to businesses and consumers.
Blockchain.info user wins 10 BTC for opening site's 500,000th bitcoin wallet
Blockchain.info has given 10 BTC to the person who opened the 500,000th bitcoin wallet on the site.
Robocoin launches bitcoin ATM in Vancouver
Robocoin has launched the first bitcoin ATM in Vancouver, aiming to get bitcoin to the masses.
BitPay processes $1 Million bitcoin order for Butterfly Labs
BitPay has processed its largest ever single transaction – $1m for bitcoin mining hardware manufacturer Butterfly Labs.
UK bitcoin exchange Coinfloor opens for business
New UK bitcoin exchange Coinfloor is banking on watertight KYC rules and constant contact with regulators.
Bitmit is still the eBay of bitcoin despite setbacks
The "eBay of bitcoin", Bitmit, remains popular with sellers and buyers despite uncertainty over its future and occasional downtime.
Coinbase aims to become the Gmail of bitcoin
Coinbase is like a bubble inside bitcoin, with extra, value-added features. But what about regulation?
First Australian photography studio to accept bitcoin offers 50% discount
A Sydney-based photography service is offering a bargain introductory rate for customers willing to pay in bitcoin.
