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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Jamie Dimon Says He's Done Talking About Bitcoin

Jamie Dimon, head of Wall Street banking giant JPMorgan Chase, has said he won't be talking about bitcoin following his controversial "fraud" comment.

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Accenture Develops DLT Prototypes for Singapore's Central Bank

Professional services firm Accenture is working on several prototypes being developed as part of Singapore's "Project Ubin" blockchain initiative.

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Ukraine to Regulate Bitcoin Exchanges Under Proposed Law

A cryptocurrency bill has been submitted to Ukraine's national legislature, setting the stage for new regulations in the country.

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Lithuania's Central Bank Publishes New ICO Guidance

Lithuania's central bank has published a new position note on the legality of cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings (ICOs).

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Ripio Raises $31 Million in Private Ethereum Token Sale

Bitcoin startup Ripio has raised $31 million as part of a token presale ahead of a new credit network launch.

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50 Startups: Central Bank Director Touts Singapore as Blockchain Hub

Dozens of startups are now working with blockchain in Singapore, according to an official for the city-state's de facto central bank.

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The CFTC Is Still Considering a Cryptocurrency 'Delivery' Definition

The CFTC is still working on rules to define when a digital commodity like bitcoin has been "delivered," an official has said.

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France Is Close to Issuing a Position on ICOs

France is moving toward formal rules around initial coin offerings, a senior regulator has said.

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Bitcoin Derivatives ETFs Withdraw Filings at SEC Request

Pushback from the SEC has derailed another effort to create a derivatives ETF tied to bitcoin, public records show.

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$34 Million: Australian Blockchain Startup Power Ledger Completes ICO

Power Ledger, a blockchain startup based in Australia, has raised $34 million in a token sale.

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