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Where is Gavin Andresen? The Quiet Exile of Bitcoin's Former Face

Bitcoin developers discuss a messy divorce with former maintainer Gavin Andresen, once the most public face of the digital currency project.

By Bailey ReutzelMay 19, 2017

A new roadmap unveiled this week showcases that the team developing the litecoin blockchain has big plans ahead.

By Amy CastorMay 19, 2017

Microsoft has unveiled a new framework aimed at streamlining the blockchain proof-of-concept process.

By Stan HigginsMay 18, 2017

Global tech giant IBM is unveiling a new blockchain services package today, one that finds it seeking to jumpstart global use of the technology.

By Pete RizzoMay 18, 2017

0x OTC, an early stage platform for exchanging ethereum-based tokens, is expected to start settling trades today.

Bitcoins amassed by those behind the huge malware attack are being watched by the authorities. Can they retrieve the funds and not get caught?

By Amy CastorMay 18, 2017

A new tool from Cornell's famed IC3 lab allows ethereum smart contracts to obtain and send information more securely.

By Amy CastorMay 17, 2017

Institutional investor Boost VC is formally opening its doors to so-called ICOs, becoming the latest big venture firm to back the concept.

Amid scaling battles and upgrade standstills, bitcoin's price continues to rise. So what's causing all the momentum?

By Alyssa HertigMay 15, 2017

Researcher Paul Ennis sheds light on China's bitcoin mining community, often viewed as one important political faction in the scaling debate.