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Sea Change? Deloitte Is Tracking Management Systems Certificates with Blockchain

Deloitte and DNV GL, one of the world's largest classification societies, are taking non-financial uses of blockchain tech into uncharted waters.

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How to Legitimize the ICO Market (Crypto Lawyers Take Note)

A blockchain-focused lawyer explains why his profession should play a critical role in the growth and maturation of the ICO market.

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Zk-Starks? New Take on Zcash Tech Could Power Truly Private Blockchains

While in its earliest stages of development, a new form of cryptography is winning developers for its potential to power truly private blockchains.

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Philly Fed Chief: Bitcoin Has Little Chance of Thwarting Monetary Policy

Patrick Harker of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia has said bitcoin has yet to be tested by a real catastrophe.

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Holding Strong? Ether Prices Dip as Korea Bans ICOs

The price of ether stayed mostly in range on Friday despite news one of the industry's most active markets would outlaw one of its major use cases.

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US Bank Regulator Opens Door to National License for Bitcoin Firms

The acting U.S. Comptroller of Currency made remarks at an event yesterday that supported new cryptocurrency licensing and regulation.

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Central Banker's Next Act: Helping Merchants Mint Cryptocurrency

A former Russian central banker has spun a blockchain startup out of a traditional payments firm, focusing on helping merchants mint cryptocurrency.

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Bull Trap? Bitcoin Prices Struggle to Build Momentum Above Moving Average

The price of bitcoin is still holding strong above $4,000, but a failure to move above a key indicator could temper bullish sentiment.

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Trump White House Doubles Down on US Commitment to Blockchain

A conference in Washington this week saw officials from the U.S. government reaffirm their commitment to investigating possible blockchain use cases.

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Crypto Hedge Fund Costs? Invest $100k and Here's How Much You'd Pay

CoinDesk takes a look at cryptocurrency hedge funds, exploring how their terms and conditions might impact your capital.

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