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Bitcoin Won't Be a Global Reserve Currency. But It's Opening the Box

Bitcoin will not become a global reserve currency, argues Noelle Acheson. But it is adding a powerful tool to the box of potential solutions.

Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic collaborated with researchers to analyze $6 billion worth of bitcoin transactions.

By Leigh CuenAug 2, 2019

Bitcoin is flashing green for the fourth consecutive day and could test key resistance above $11,000 over the weekend.

By Omkar GodboleAug 2, 2019

Blockade Games says it has successfully bridged the two networks by sending a bitcoin lightning transaction to trigger an ethereum smart contract.

By Alyssa HertigAug 2, 2019

Square sold $125 million in bitcoin through its Cash App in the second quarter of 2019, a new record for the payments company.

By Brady DaleAug 1, 2019

Lightning usage is growing steadily in 2019, with several startups now offering retail-friendly wallets.

By Leigh CuenAug 1, 2019

Bitcoin has eked out moderate gains amid the U.S. Federal Reserve’s announcement of its first rate cut in over a decade.

By Omkar GodboleAug 1, 2019

There's a bit less trust now needed when developers compile the software at the heart of bitcoin.

By Alyssa HertigAug 1, 2019

Bitcoin looks set to end its five-month winning run with a 9 percent price drop in July.

By Omkar GodboleJul 31, 2019

Mobile shoppers can earn bitcoin for purchases from Amazon, Starbucks and Target, just to name a few.

By Leigh CuenJul 31, 2019

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