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

Bitfinex Sues Wells Fargo Over Bank Transfer Freeze

Digital currency exchange Bitfinex has filed suit against Wells Fargo after the banking giant restricted its ability to send funds worldwide.

justice, law, crime

Markets

UK Finance Watchdog: No Need to Rewrite Rules for DLT

A top UK finance watchdog said today that it has no immediate plans to alter its regulatory approach in light of blockchain adoption.

bank of england, london

Markets

Porsche Seeks Blockchain Companies for Startup Competition

German automaker Porsche is looking to the startup space as it explores blockchain technology.

Porsche

Markets

Bitcoin Mining Fraud Lawsuit Moves Forward in New Jersey

A federal lawsuit filed by investors in a US-based bitcoin mining operation is moving ahead after months of little movement.

justice, law, crime

Markets

Despite Reports, India's Bitcoin Policy Hasn’t Changed

Media sources in India reported that the government had been deemed illegal, causing a stir that ultimately proved to be overblown.

India

Markets

Arizona Governor Signs Blockchain Bill Into Law

A bill in Arizona that recognizes blockchain signatures and smart contracts has officially become state law.

AZ

Markets

MUFG, Standard Chartered Plan Blockchain Payments Launch for 2018

A group of international banks is reportedly planning the 2018 launch of cross-border payment services backed by blockchain.

MUFG

Markets

Emirates NBD Enlists UAE Central Bank in Blockchain Check Trial

One of the Middle East's largest banking groups is pushing ahead on a plan to use blockchain to prevent paper cheque fraud.

Emirates

Markets

SEC Denies SolidX Bitcoin ETF Proposal

The Securities and Exchange Commission has denied a bid to list a bitcoin exchange-traded fund on the New York Stock Exchange.

SEC

Markets

IBM Unveils Blockchain Platform for Oil Trade Finance

A group of companies including IBM has spearheaded the development of a blockchain crude oil trade finance platform.

Oil