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Chain's API Takes the Hard Work Out of Bitcoin App Development

The new block chain API could make it far easier for developers to build on top of bitcoin technology.

 Adam Ludwin (far left) with other members of the Chain team.

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The First In-Casino Bitcoin ATM Launches in Las Vegas

The D Las Vegas Casino Hotel has partnered with Robocoin to place an ATM inside of its property.

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Estonian Bitcoin Week a Success Despite Tough Regulatory Environment

The organizers aim to promote bitcoin in the Baltic state, which has previously seen a tough stance from authorities.

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Coincove Launches With Plan to Become 'Coinbase of Mexico'

The startup now provides the Mexican market with a wallet and exchange service, converting peso bank transfers into bitcoin.

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Litecoin Miners Urged to Leave Coinotron Pool Over 51% Threat

Litecoin miners are being urged to leave the Coinotron pool, due to an increase in its hash rate.

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Google: KryptoKit Wallet Extension Issue Caused by Malware

The Chrome team has resolved an issue that caused KryptoKit users to fear their bitcoins had been lost.

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New Decentralized Crowdfunding Platform Could Reshape Bitcoin Landscape

Bitcoin developer Mike Hearn opens up about his decentralized 'Lighthouse' platform.

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Africa’s First Bitcoin ATM Ready for May Launch

Johannesburg is set to become the first African city with a permanent bitcoin ATM.

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Meet Three Up-and-Coming Chinese Bitcoin Startups With Global Ambitions

CoinDesk interviewed some of China's up-and-coming startups about their plans at Beijing's recent Global Bitcoin Summit.

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Could This Holy Bitcoin Trinity Revive Colored Coins?

Coinprism, Iridis, and ChromaWallet want to rekindle interest in colored coins, a year after it fizzled. Can they?

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