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The Hidden History of Bitcoin Unlimited

A deep dive into the history of Bitcoin Unlimited, a bitcoin implementation seeking to become the dominant software on the network.

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Bitcoin Hardware Maker Canaan Calls for Mining Industry Changes

One of the industry's largest mining chip manufacturers is weighing in on new controversy surrounding how miners engage with the network.

Avalon ASIC chips

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Electronics Retailer Bic Camera Begins Accepting Bitcoin

Bitcoin startup bitFlyer has inked a new merchant deal with a major Japanese electronics provider.

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Here Comes the Pickaxe Race: Bitcoin Mining Jumps to GPU

Early bitcoin entrepreneur Alex Waters looks back at what was lost as the network's mining 'arms race' escalated.

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Bitmain Subsidiary Opens New Bitcoin Mining Pool to Public

A subsidiary of controversial China-based mining firm Bitmain is launching a new pool today, one that is seeking to sidestep the scaling debate.

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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.

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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.

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War of the Words: Who's Said What About a Bitcoin Fork?

CoinDesk rounds up the various announcements from industry startups in the wake of speculation the bitcoin network could see a technical split.

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A Short Guide to Bitcoin Forks

Don't know a hard fork from a soft fork? This guide is designed to help you follow bitcoin's raging technical debates.

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