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).

Stan Higgins

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Former US Consumer Finance Watchdog Voices Support for Bitcoin

A former US government consumer finance watchdog has come out in support of bitcoin.

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Dogecoin Founder, Enthusiasts Set For San Francisco Convention

Dogecon SF will bring the area's dogecoin community together to celebrate its history over panel talks, food and fun.

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New Colorado Marijuana Vending Machines Will Accept Bitcoin

The first customer-facing marijuana vending machine to debut in the US will accept bitcoins as a form of payment.

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New Paper Explores Cooling Challenges in Bitcoin Mining Industry

A new white paper provides an in-depth look at the cooling challenges experienced by large-scale bitcoin mines.

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Cyprus Issues Arrest Warrant for Neo & Bee CEO Danny Brewster

A warrant for the arrest of Neo & Bee CEO Danny Brewster has been issued in Cyprus.

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Deposit Freeze at Chinese Exchanges Drives Bitcoin Price Below $400

Bitcoin prices fell in USD and CNY markets following reports of banking restrictions from several Chinese exchanges.

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Investor Group Offers to Buy Mt. Gox for One Bitcoin

A group of investors has offered to purchase troubled Japan-based exchange Mt. Gox for just 1 BTC.

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Study: Bitcoin Wallet Attacks Rose Sharply in 2013

New data from cybersecurity firm Kapersky Labs shows a sharp increase in bitcoin-related malware attacks occurred in 2013.

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