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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Moscow Government Open-Sources Blockchain Voting Tool

The government of Moscow is pushing ahead with plans to test blockchain for use in its municipal elections.

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Blockchains Are Forever? Diamond Giant De Beers Unveils DLT Strategy

One of the world's most well-known diamond companies is getting into blockchain by investing in an asset tracking platform.

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SEC Files Fraud Charges Against ICO Organizer

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has filed charges against two organizers of a $15 million initial coin offering.

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Sidechains Project Pushes Ahead with Bitcoin BIP Submission

One of the developers behind the Drivechain project for bringing sidechains to bitcoin is seeking feedback on the project's code.

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'Microraiden' Payment Channels Go Live on Ethereum Network

A streamlined version of the Raiden payments channel network has been launched on the main ethereum blockchain.

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AlphaPoint Unveils New Blockchain Network, CEO Hire

Blockchain software maker AlphaPoint has announced that it will create a new public network aimed at the digitization of real-world assets.

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Japan's BitFlyer Launches Bitcoin Exchange in US Market

Japanese bitcoin exchange bitFlyer has officially launched in the US.

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New Alliance Sets Out to Boost Blockchain Interoperability

The companies behind three blockchain platforms have unveiled a new advocacy group focusing on interoperability between disparate networks.

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XBRL Reporting Standard Co-Founder Joins Blockchain Startup

Blockchain startup Auditchain has added the co-founder of a widely used business reporting standard to its leadership team.

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Early Bitcoin Buyers Talk Bubbles at Consensus: Invest

Early buyers Glenn Hutchins and Mike Novogratz took the stage at CoinDesk's Consensus: Invest event today.

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