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Romper Room to White Linen: Saying Goodbye to Crypto's Infant Anarchy

As the crypto markets have matured, they've seen increasing acceptance with traditional finance and regulators, but there's still a way to go.

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Cheap Power Is Luring Battered Bitcoin Miners to Iran

Some crypto miners are looking to Iran for its low-cost power – but the path to setting up shop in the country is anything but simple.

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Panic Mode? What a Wall Street Chart Tells Us About Bitcoin's Price

Hope, euphoria or panic? What the “Wall Street Cheat Sheet” can tell us about the current state of the bitcoin market.

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Not Everyone Wants a Bitcoin ETF

Despite the hype, some experts believe a bitcoin ETF wouldn't have much long-term impact on the broader market.

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Crypto Trading Platform ErisX Hires Serial Exchange Founder Matt Trudeau

Matt Trudeau, who has overseen some 10 global market launches, has joined crypto trading firm ErisX as chief strategy officer.

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Vertcoin’s Struggle Is Real: Why the Latest Crypto 51% Attack Matters

Despite the devastating 51 percent attack on Vertcoin, ASIC-resistance is a goal worth fighting for.

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2019 Will Be a Big Year for Stablecoins

2019 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for innovation in the stablecoin sphere, writes the CEO of crypto trading firm XBTO.

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Why You Shouldn't Fear the Blockchain Regulators

Calls for regulation do not represent the end of cryptocurrency innovation; they signal blockchain’s ongoing maturation, a legal expert argues.

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The Era of Central Bank Digital Currencies Is Within Reach

A phased roll-out of a central bank digital currency is not only possible, but may be what certain regions need, says R3's research lead.

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When Bitcoin's Price Breaks Down, It Follows a Pattern

When trying to predict the future price of bitcoin, it's impossible to do so without first looking at its past.

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