Stan Higgins

A member of CoinDesk's full-time Editorial Staff since 2014, Stan has long been at the forefront of covering emerging developments in blockchain technology. Stan has previously contributed to financial websites, and is an avid reader of poetry.

Stan currently owns a small amount (<$500) worth of BTC, ENG and XTZ (See: Editorial Policy).

Stan Higgins

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Wisconsin Politician Forced to Return $100 Bitcoin Donation

Politician Mark Clear returned the donation after a state campaign finance regulator declined to authorize the contribution.

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At MIT Bitcoin Expo, a Digital Currency Economy Takes Shape

Bitcoin leaders gathered at MIT this weekend to teach students how to get involved in the bitcoin economy.

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All Things Alt: Ponzi Schemes, Blackcoin USBs and a Time Warp Attack

This week's altcoin news includes an attack on the whitecoin block chain and a ponzi-themed dogecoin game.

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Buying Beer With Bitcoin is Legal in California, Official Says

The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control has indicated bitcoin can be used in liquor sales.

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Chinese Bitcoin Exchange FXBTC to Close Citing Central Bank Pressure

FXBTC has announced that it will close on 10th May amid continued pressure from the People's Bank of China.

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Canadian Exchange CAVIRTEX to Launch Bitcoin ATMs Across Canada

Newly-announced services include a relaunched in-person bill payment deposit option and a branded ATM network.

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Bitcoin Foundation Voting Round Could End With No Clear Winners

CoinDesk examines how the Bitcoin Foundation's bylaws could affect the results of the current voting round to close today.

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Blockchain Seeks Community Assistance for Product Testing

Blockchain has announced that it is seeking applicants for a new beta testing group.

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Shrem Pleads Not Guilty to Money Laundering Charges

The trial of former Bitcoin Foundation vice chairman Charlie Shrem is now set to begin this September.

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Cyprus Primary School Now Accepts Bitcoin for Student Fees

CoinDesk speaks to the local school and the individual who helped convince it to accept BTC.

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