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Blockchains Alone Won’t Fix the Facebook Problem

The root problem of social media is centralization of control over data. The ideas that underpin blockchain tech offer glimpses of a path forward.

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What Venezuelans Are Saying About the Petro

The South American country's plan to launch its own cryptocurrency has sparked global headlines and a range of commentary on social media.

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CFTC Joins SEC In Warning Against Crypto Pump-and-Dumps

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on Thursday issued a warning about cryptocurrency pump-and-dump schemes.

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This Token Promises Not to Spam You on Social Media

Singapore-based marketing company Jet8 has proved the value of cool teens in Asia, and with this ICO, it goes global.

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Just Because It's Bad for Your Coin Doesn't Mean It's FUD

Not all unwelcome tidings can be dismissed as attempts to sow "fear, uncertainty and doubt," and shooting the messenger won't make the message untrue.

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Goodbye Ethereum: Kik Plans to Move Its ICO Tokens to Stellar

Kik founder Ted Livingston announced on Wednesday that his company was moving its Kin token app from ethereum to Stellar.

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Pantera Leads $5 Million Investment in Video Streaming Token Pre-Sale

A group of veteran blockchain VCs is funding a new token aimed at creating a decentralized video file exchange network.

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DJ Khaled Is the Latest Celebrity to Promote an ICO

Music producer DJ Khaled has become the latest in a line of celebrities promoting initial coin offerings on social media.

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Kik ICO Raises $98 Million But Falls Short of Target

Social media platform Kik closed its initial coin offering yesterday with a total of $98 million raised – falling short of its funding target.

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'Russia's Facebook' Eases Restrictions on Cryptocurrency Ads

The most popular social network in Russia is loosening restrictions on advertisements related to cryptocurrency.

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