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).

Latest from Stan Higgins

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National Science Foundation Awards $450k for Cryptocurrency Incentive Study

A Princeton University researcher has received federal funding to study mechanism incentives and applications to cryptocurrency.

Jul 6, 2017

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Investment Bank Affiliate Sells Shares for Cash in Blockchain Test

An affiliate of French corporate investment bank Natixis has sold shares to investors through a newly unveiled blockchain platform.

Jul 6, 2017

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Ethereum Traders File Class Action Lawsuit Over Kraken Flash Crash

Kraken users are taking action over the exchange startup's alleged mismanagement of a flash crash in its ether order books.

Jul 5, 2017

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UK Cybercrime Watchdog: Surveillance Law Could Boost Digital Currency Use

A controversial intelligence law passed by the UK last year could drive increased digital currency use according to a new report.

Jul 5, 2017

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Former Dogecoin Exchange CEO Faces Fraud Charges

UK police have brought fraud charges against Ryan Kennedy, the founder the now-defunct dogecoin exchange service Moolah.

Jul 5, 2017

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South Korean Bitcoin Exchange to Pay Back Users After Account Thefts

South Korea's largest bitcoin and ether exchange is moving to compensate users after its data systems were compromised.

Jul 5, 2017

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Bitcoin Payroll Startup Bitwage Launches UK Services

Bitcoin startup Bitwage, which focuses on the international payroll market, is expanding its European footprint with a launch in the UK.

Jul 3, 2017

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German Politicians Join Advisory Panel for Blockchain Advocacy Group

A new organization focused on public advocacy for blockchain has been launched in Germany.

Jun 30, 2017

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Illinois Lawmakers Pass Bill Forming Blockchain Task Force

Lawmakers in Illinois have passed a bill to create an intergovernmental working group that will study public sector applications of blockchain.

Jun 30, 2017

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Miners Boost Ethereum's Transaction Capacity With Gas Limit Increase

Ethereum miners are raising the network’s transaction capacity, a move that comes amid criticism about blockchain congestion.

Jun 29, 2017