Wolfie Zhao

A member of the CoinDesk editorial team since June 2017, Wolfie now focuses on writing business stories related to blockchain and cryptocurrency. Twitter: @wolfiezhao. Email: wolfie@coindesk.com. Telegram: wolfiezhao

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Bitcoin Miners Arrested for Alleged Power Theft

Allegations of electricity theft have reportedly led to the arrest of bitcoin miners and equipment seizures in two Chinese cities.

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#MeToo Movement Turns to Ethereum to Evade Censorship

Inspired by the #metoo movement, students in China are coding messages into the ethereum blockchain to escape Chinese internet censorship.

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Sequoia Sues Crypto Exchange Binance After Investment Deal Collapses

The founder of the Binance exchange is facing a lawsuit in Hong Kong over allegations he breached an exclusivity agreement with a big-name investor.

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MarketWatch Is Tracking Eight More Cryptocurrencies

MarketWatch is now tracking nine cryptocurrencies in total on its website, with the eight additions announced today.

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China's Official Government Auditor Is Looking at Blockchain Solutions

China's National Audit Office thinks blockchain streamline its data storage operations.

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Blockchain Insurance Policy Developed for Hurricane-Prone Puerto Rico

A decentralized insurance policy built with blockchain and smart contract technology will provide cover for natural disasters in Puerto Rico.

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Korea's SK Telecom to Build Blockchain for Identity and Asset Exchange

SK Telecom has announced plans to launch a blockchain-based platform aimed to simplify payment and subscription processes.

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16 Exchanges Pledge to Restore Crypto Market Confidence

A just-launched group of licensed cryptocurrency exchanges in Japan is looking to restore market confidence by adopting self-imposed rules.

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Bitcoin Price Climbs to 40-Day High Above $9,200

Bitcoin's price has surged to a 40-day high, with a similar trend seen in the overall cryptocurrency market today.

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Messaging Giant Line to Support Dapps on Own Blockchain

Line, the Japan-based messaging app provider, is planning to build its own blockchain to boost development of decentralized apps.

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