Alyssa Hertig

A contributing tech reporter at CoinDesk, Alyssa Hertig is a programmer and journalist specializing in Bitcoin and the Lightning Network. Over the years, her work has also appeared in VICE, Mic and Reason. She's currently writing a book exploring the ins and outs of Bitcoin governance. Alyssa owns some BTC.

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Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #7: Pieter Wuille

Speak softly and carry a big SegWit? If bitcoin saw its biggest and most controversial change this summer, the evolution can all be traced back to one developer. Still, the founder of the controversial startup Blockstream and the network's most prodigious coder, Pieter Wuille, is a bit of a mystery. In an industry with no shortage of egos and bluster, though, Wuille is a rarity, choosing to let his code do the talking for him.

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Bought Your First Bitcoin or Ether? Brace for the Fees

Frustrated by crypto transaction fees? This CoinDesk Explainer gives an overview of why they're necessary for the blockchains being built.

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Crypto Collectables? Ethereum's Next Killer App Is on Its Way

The rise of CryptoKitties has called attention to ERC-721, an ethereum technical standard that could start a blockchain-based collectibles rush.

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Mimblewimble's Small Step: Grin Raises Funds for New Development

Bitcoin startup BlockCypher is among those backing development for a new alternative blockchain that aims to break cryptographic ground.

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Lightning: The Bitcoin Scaling Tech You Really Should Know

One of the most talked about technologies in development for bitcoin is the Lightning Network. But what does it do, and when might it be ready?

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Cat Fight? Ethereum Users Clash Over CryptoKitties

As the popularity of CryptoKitties continues to strain ethereum, frustrated users are calling for a quick fix – an increase to the gas limit.

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Lightning At Last? Bitcoin Scaling Layer Almost Ready

Bitcoin's most anticipated scaling solution took a big step forward Tuesday with the presentation of new test results.

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The Father of the ICO Is All About Identity Now

The developer who created the core technology behind thousands of initial coin offerings is now focusing on a standard for identity.

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More Devs, More Destruction: Another Zcash Crypto Ceremony Is Underway

Amid criticism of its first security ceremony, zcash has made changes as it prepares for a fork. But has it done enough to silence the skeptics?

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