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US Regulators Need to Move Faster on Crypto, Consensus Panelists Say

Early industry investors argued that US regulators must provide clarity in order for investors to capitalize on blockchain opportunities.

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Crypto Valley Association Taps VC Firm Lakestar as Strategic Partner

The 600-member Crypto Valley Association has added venture capital firm Lakestar as a strategic partner.

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$363 Million: Robinhood Raises Big to Build 'Largest Crypto Platform'

Stock trading app Robinhood has announced a $363 million Series D funding round and plans to expand its crypto trading service across the U.S.

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'Ebay for CryptoKitties' Raises $2 Million from All-Star VCs

The number of crypto collectables, like CryptoKitties, is growing and investors think a marketplace for their trade is a good bet.

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This Blockchain Tosses Blocks: Naval, MetaStable Back Twist on Crypto 'Cash'

A new blockchain startup is coming out of stealth Wednesday and boasting a significant cast of investors.

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Binance CEO Blasts VCs and Calls ICOs 'Necessary'

Zhao Changpeng, believes raising money through ICOs are 100 times easier than that through traditional VCs.

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Peter Thiel Fund Moves to Ease Trades for Big Crypto Investors

Peter Thiel's Founders Fund has reportedly invested in a cryptocurrency startup that aims to optimize the bulk trading of cryptocurrencies.

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Author William Mougayar to Launch Blockchain Investment Fund

Blockchain author William Mougayar is teaming up with Jabre Capital Partners to launch a blockchain investment fund for startups.

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Binance Exchange Denies Sequoia Allegation of Exclusivity Breach

Crypto exchange Binance has denied an allegation that its founder breached an exclusivity agreement with VC firm Sequoia Capital.

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SBI Backs Token Exchange Templum's $10 Million Funding Round

Japanese investment giant SBI Holdings has added an initial coin offering (ICO) platform startup to its cryptocurrency portfolio company.

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