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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Markets

Europe's IT Systems Agency Explores Blockchain At Industry Roundtable

A European agency focused on IT interoperability discussed blockchain technology during a recent industry event.

EU

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Blockchain Startup Circle Launches Fee-Free Cross Border Payments

Payments startup Circle is offering no-cost international transactions to its users, the company announced today.

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FINRA to Host Blockchain Event in New York Next Month

FINRA, the self-regulatory organization for US brokers, has announced a new blockchain event and a fintech communications hub this week.

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Vermont Approves Blockchain Impact Study

The governor of Vermont has signed a bill that mandates a study on how blockchain tech will impact the state.

Vermont State House

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Wanted: Police Seek Six OneCoin Promoters in India

India is looking to arrest six more people connected to the OneCoin digital currency scheme.

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Kazakhstan's Central Bank Tests Blockchain App for Debt Sales

The central bank of Kazakhstan has revealed it is looking to harness blockchain tech to sell short-term notes to investors.

Astana, Kazakhstan

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Delaware Blockchain Stock Bill Advances Ahead of Major Deadline

Delaware has moved a step closer toward enshrining recognition of blockchain-based stocks in state law.

delaware capitol

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UAE’s Emirates Islamic Bank Launches Blockchain Check Service

A trial that examines how blockchain could play a role in paper check management is moving forward at Emirates NBD.

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Coin Center to Lawmakers: Blockchain Startups Are Best Advised to Leave US

A recent Congressional hearing saw the non-profit blockchain advocacy group Coin Center call for a federal approach to money services licensure.

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Coinbase to Face Trial over Possible Role in Cryptsy Exchange Collapse

A legal dispute between the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange Cryptsy and its former users is ensnaring one of the industry's largest startups.

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