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How Consensus Algorithms Solve Issues with Bitcoin's Proof of Work

A promising algorithm may provide an alternative to bitcoin's arguably wasteful process of confirming transactions.

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IBM Sees Role for Block Chain in Internet of Things

IBM researchers are looking into the possibility of using block chain technology to underpin the Internet of Things.

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Bitcoin Community Reacts to Apple's Mobile Payments Play

Apple has unveiled its new in-house payments solution, Apple Pay, as part of its iPhone 6 reveal.

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API Developer Gem Aims to Streamline Bitcoin App Development

Bitcoin startup Gem has launched a private beta of a scalable and security-focused API for bitcoin app developers.

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BTChip Launches Multi-Signature USB Bitcoin Wallet

BTChip and GreenAddress have teamed up to launch a USB bitcoin hardware wallet designed to offer multisig security.

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It's Time for Bitcoin Companies to Give Back

Bitcoin companies are making a buck from the protocol. They should help develop it, too.

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Mining Roundup: New Viper Tests and Bitmain's Debut Cloud Mining Service

This week's roundup includes a look inside Bitmain's factory and the debut of a new online hobby mining journal.

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Why a Faster Bitcoin Network Would Keep Fees Low

Transaction fees could quadruple if the propagation of information on the bitcoin network does not improve.

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Crypto 2.0 Roundup: Block Chain Bloat Solutions and a Crypto Football Team

In this week's crypto 2.0 roundup, the ether presale ends and a crypto football team launches.

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BitFury Capital Invests in Bitcoin Security Specialist BitGo

BitFury Capital, the investment arm of bitcoin mining infrastructure provider BitFury, has announced an undisclosed investment in BitGo.

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