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Venezuelans Made Lightning-Savvy Hardware to Use Bitcoin During Blackouts

Locha Mesh is building software and hardware for connecting to bitcoin's Lightning Network – even when the power's out.

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Venezuelan Migrants Are Using Bitcoin for Remittances, But There’s a Catch

For many of these bitcoin users, crypto payments are merely a last resort and fiat transfers are still generally easier.

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Despite CEO Claims, Dash Isn’t Really the 'Most Used' Crypto in Venezuela

Despite wide-spread efforts and expensive advertising, Dash isn't taking off in Caracas.

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Experts Say Mexico's Regulations Raise the Bar 'Too High' for Crypto Entrepreneurs

New laws are strangling crypto startups before they can begin to trade.

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Venezuela Turned Airport Taxes Into Bitcoin to Avoid Sanctions: Report

The Venezuelan president and his administration are said to be using proceeds from the airline industry – and cryptocurrency – to avoid sanctions.

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Police in Spain Say Bitcoin ATMs Expose Problems in Europe's AML Laws

Spanish police authorities are raising the alarm because a recent criminal case involved the use of bitcoin ATMs, making their jobs more difficult.

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John McAfee Offers to Build Cuba's First Cryptocurrency

The tech guru wants to be Cuba's crypto advisor.

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Hyundai's Token Company Partners With CasperLabs to Build a PoS Blockchain

HDAC, issuer of the Hyundai-DAC token, is working with CasperLabs to move from proof-of-work.

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This Artist Explores the Art and Politics of Crypto Culture

The crypto artist has worked with Dorian Nakamoto and recently expanded his reach into South America.

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ShapeShift Founder Says Crypto Exchange Service Will Support Libra

Erik Voorhees thinks that Facebook's currency will be a gateway for bitcoin adoption.

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