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Inside 'Spark': Circle's New Bitcoin-Powered Smart Contract Platform
Overshadowed by its decision to cut bitcoin services, Circle announced new tech yesterday. Here's how it works.

Relax Lawyers, Nick Szabo Says Smart Contracts Won't Kill Jobs
Smart contract inventor Nick Szabo has said lawyers' roles are "complimentary" to the role of smart contracts.

What the Blockchain Industry is Saying About Circle's Bitcoin Shift
Industry observers, startup execs and researchers weigh in on Circle's shift away from its bitcoin exchange service.

New OCC Charter Could Give Bitcoin Exchanges Special Bank Status
New regulation proposed by the US OCC could give bitcoin exchanges and other fintech companies the ability to apply for a new charter.

Intel is Winning Over Blockchain Critics By Reimagining Bitcoin's DNA
A look at Intel's project inspired by bitcoin's proof-of-work.

Evolution of Kadena, the First Real Private Blockchain
George Samman outlines how the consensus algorithm achieved by Raft was finally fixed by its distant relative, Kadena.

Illinois Breaks From New York With Blockchain Regulatory Approach
CoinDesk looks into Illinois' ambitious plan to guide the integration of blockchain technology within government operations.

What the IRS Summons Will Mean for Coinbase Users
Tax expert Daniel Winters explores the bigger picture behind the IRS summons for Coinbase data.

Bitcoin Prices Surge Past $770 But Fall Just Short of 2016 High
Bitcoin prices neared $780 this week, coming within 1% of their annual high after lingering above $700 for more than two weeks.

How Developers Are Responding to Ethereum's Unexpected Fork
An unintentional split of the network was the latest event to shake ethereum.
