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New Data Gives Unprecedented Insight Into How Iranians Use Bitcoin

Iranian bitcoin users are earning a significant portion of their income in crypto, and hodling for the long haul.

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Crypto and the Latency Arms Race: Towards Speed Bumps and OTC Trading

Max Boonen of crypto OTC firm B2C2 dives into the role, benefits and potential risks of high-frequency trading in crypto markets.

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How Celsius Turned Its Crypto ICO Into a Billion-Dollar Lending Business

Lending startup Celsius went from a $50 million token sale to $1 billion in crypto deposits.

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The State of Security Token Regulations in Asia

Some Asian countries have gone a long way toward shoring up their rules and regulations around cryptocurrencies and security tokens.

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Why the Marshall Islands Is Issuing Its Own Cryptocurrency

The Marshall Islands is moving ahead with a plan to issue a sovereign currency built on blockchain, writes Minister David Paul.

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A Crypto Fix for a Broken International Monetary System

Mark Carney's recent statements about a new digital global currency has opened the door to fresh ideas built on blockchain, Michael J Casey writes.

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Bitcoin Mining Farms Are Flourishing on the Ruins of Soviet Industry in Siberia

Favorable energy prices and a naturally cold climate are turning Siberia into an international hub for bitcoin miners.

Ilya Bruman, CEO of Minery. (Photo by Anna Baydakova for CoinDesk)

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The Crypto Custody Conundrum: What Are We Even Talking About?

New tech usually struggles with vocabulary, says Noelle Acheson. With bitcoin, the confusion rubs off integral concepts in securities legislation.

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They Biked, Ran and Swam Over 200 Miles Across Europe – All for Bitcoin

A group of bitcoin enthusiasts just ran, biked and swam across Europe, all to promote the cryptocurrency they love.

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