Stan Higgins

A member of CoinDesk's full-time Editorial Staff since 2014, Stan has long been at the forefront of covering emerging developments in blockchain technology. Stan has previously contributed to financial websites, and is an avid reader of poetry.

Stan currently owns a small amount (<$500) worth of BTC, ENG and XTZ (See: Editorial Policy).

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Concerns Mount Amid Issues at Digital Currency Exchange Cryptsy

In this piece, CoinDesk looks at some of the recent problems surrounding the digital currency exchange Cryptsy, including issues with withdrawals.

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Netflix Exec Suggests Streaming Video Giant Open to Bitcoin

The CFO of streaming video giant Netflix issued new comments on digital currency in a recent public Q&A.

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BitPesa Board Member Departs Following Kenyan Government Appointment

Bitcoin remittance startup BitPesa has lost one of its board members following an appointment to a top government position related to technology.

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CFTC to Discuss Blockchain Tech During Public Hearing

The CFTC will discuss the application of blockchain technology in derivatives markets during a meeting later this month.

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ESMA Event Explores Blockchain Impact on Mainstream Finance

The European Securities and Markets Authority recently held an event that focused, in part, on the use of blockchains in mainstream finance.

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Bitcoin Exchange BTC-e Back Online After Reported DDoS

Bitcoin exchange BTC-e was offline for several hours today after the site said that it was the target of a distributed denial-of service attack.

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SEC Files New Motion Against Alleged Ponzi Scheme GAW Miners

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a motion for entry of default against the cryptocurrency mining company GAW Miners.

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Blockchain Startup Joins Accenture Innovation Lab

A financial innovation lab operated by management consulting firm Accenture has added a blockchain startup to its latest class.

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Indian Bitcoin Startup Zebpay Raises $1 Million

A bitcoin wallet startup based in India has raised $1m in Series A funding from a group of angel investors.

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Digital Currency Exchange Cryptsy Suspends Trading

Digital currency exchange Cryptsy has said that it has taken its trade engine offline, along with a full suspension of user fund withdrawals.

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