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China's Crypto Ratings Index Puts EOS in Top Slot, Drops Bitcoin

China's Global Public Chain Assessment Index has released its second monthly evaluation of blockchain networks – with perhaps surprising results.

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Tezos, A Launch Story: What's Left Before the $232 Million Tech Goes Live?

Tezos announced its handing the blockchain over to the community after launch. And that's not the only way the project is similar to EOS.

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Another Bitcoin Miner Maker Is Seeking to Go Public in Hong Kong

Ebang, one of the largest bitcoin mining chip makers from China, has filed for an initial public offering with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

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Overwinter Ahead: What Should Happen When Zcash's First Hard Fork Hits

With its community aligned, Zcash's first hard fork, Overwinter, might not be exciting. But as always, you never really rule out a blockchain split.

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Bitcoin Price Drops to Within $100 of 2018 Low

The price of bitcoin fell to within $100 of its 2018 low Friday morning as last weeks rally proved to be short-lived.

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Bitfinex's Chief Strategy Officer Leaves Crypto Exchange

Crypto exchange Bitfinex's chief strategy officer Phil Potter is leaving the firm, Reuters reported Friday.

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Fur Real? Businesses Test CryptoKitties-Inspired Ethereum Tech

Startup Arianee believes the token technology can be used to help luxury brands create unique identities for bespoke handbags and expensive watches.

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Zcash Pays Off Developer to Avoid Blockchain Split

After spending his time developing zcash's most popular wallet software, the developer threatened a hard fork in an effort to secure more funds.

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ICON Token Swap Underway With 'No Issues,' Foundation Says

ICON's token migration, from ethereum to its own blockchain, is underway - and off to a smooth start, according to its Foundation.

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21e800: Bitcoin, Satoshi and the Mystery Twitter Is Obsessing Over

The hash value of bitcoin block 528249 unlocked on Tuesday has the crypto community in wonder about the potential hidden meaning behind "21e800".

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