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BlackRock: Crypto Use Could Grow As Market Matures

Investment management company BlackRock says it sees a more expansive role for cryptocurrencies and blockchain in the future.

The man credited with completing the first bitcoin transaction for a real-world good has replicated his historic test with experimental tech.

By Bailey ReutzelFeb 26, 2018

The Bitcoin Core 0.16.0 update has been officially released, introducing full support for the SegWit wallet and user interfaces.

Bitcoin's recent drop below $10,000 has strengthened the bearish indicators on the weekly chart, though a limited corrective rally may lie ahead.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 26, 2018

In the wake of its petro launch, Venezuela may still limit the number of crypto exchanges permitted to operate in the country, sources say.

As the reality of faster, cheaper bitcoin payments approaches via the Lighting Network, concerns are spreading about the privacy it will offer.

A conference in Miami played host to evidence of a growing schism in the crypto community between passionate developers and fly-by-night traders.

Two state senators in Georgia have proposed a new bill that would allow citizens to pay their tax obligations in bitcoin.

By Stan HigginsFeb 23, 2018

Bitcoin is witnessing a minor corrective rally today, but longer-term gains may be elusive, according to price chart analysis.

By Omkar GodboleFeb 23, 2018

Not so long ago bitcoin's transaction fees were over $20, but now they're down to around $3 again. CoinDesk explores why.

By Alyssa HertigFeb 23, 2018

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