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Jamie Dimon: Bitcoin Will Not Survive

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon has issued new remarks about bitcoin, dismissing the digital currency's potential to survive in the long-term.

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Santander InnoVentures Launches Blockchain Tech Challenge

Santander InnoVentures has announced the launch of a global blockchain challenge to support early stage startups using distributed ledger technology.

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Accenture: Asia-Pacific Banks Should Develop Blockchain Strategies

Asia-Pacific banks, credit card firms and startups can be expected to focus on the blockchain in the coming years, according to a new report.

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Genesis Trading, Binary Financial to Bid in Final Silk Road Bitcoin Auction

Digital Currency Group's Genesis Trading and bitcoin hedge fund Binary Financial are set to participate in a government auction of bitcoin this week.

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USAA Adds Bitcoin Balance Check Option for Coinbase Users

USAA is rolling out a pilot program that will let some customers view their Coinbase bitcoin balances through their online and mobile accounts.

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Bitcoin in the Headlines: Blockchain Scores Economist Cover

Who's said what and where? CoinDesk has rounded up the hottest bitcoin and blockchain related headlines from across the globe.

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Quiz: This Week in the World of Bitcoin

Are you up to date with the latest bitcoin and blockchain related news? Test your knowledge with our latest quiz.

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Capital One Survey Finds Blockchain Interest Growing at Money20/20

Capital One has released a new survey that affirms the financial industry is increasingly optimistic about blockchain technology.

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Digital Asset Holdings to Acquire Blockchain Startup Blockstack

San Francisco-based blockchain startup Blockstack.io has entered into an acquisition agreement with Digital Asset Holdings.

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How Payment Giants Are Embracing Bitcoin and Blockchain Tech

Here's a round-up of some of the most notable interactions between payment giants and the world of crypto.

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