Technologists unveiled a foundation dedicated to rewriting bitcoin’s underlying tech, giving the long-controversial idea new wings.
Summer Blues or Crypto Moon? Take CoinDesk’s State of Blockchain Survey
This past quarter saw price declines, hacks, regulatory clarity, and many more.
Voorhees vs Schiff: Bull Meets Bear at NY Bitcoin Debate
Bitcoin will eventually come to replace government-backed fiat currencies, Shapeshift CEO Erik Voorhees argued at a debate Monday.
Bitcoin’s Unknown ‘Kings’: The Magazine Mystery That’s Got Crypto Guessing
A recent magazine cover attracted international commentary. After all, it isn’t every day that relative unknowns are touted as “Bitcoin Kings.”
What Does Crypto Care if Zooko Is a Millionaire?
The creator of zcash has prompted controversy after revealing details about his salary at a conference focused on the privacy-centric blockchain tech.
Tron’s Election Is Underway, But Who’s In Control of the $2 Billion Code?
Tron is in the process of electing “super representatives,” but who’s behind the wheel until the votes are in?
Startup Raises $600K to Build Bitcoin Cash Mobile Wallet
CoinText.io,a blockchain startup developing a way of conducting offline bitcoin cash transactions, closed a $600,000 seed funding round.
Tether Code ‘Flaw’ Was Actually an Exchange Integration Error
A suspected vulnerability in Tether’s code for its USDT stablecoin has been confirmed as an exchange integration issue, not a protocol bug.
Keeping Ethereum’s Promise: CryptoKitties Is Embracing Open-Source
By moving to open-source more of the CryptoKitties codebase, the ethereum-based startup is making its project more of a true decentralized app.
Zcash Governance Panel Shoots Down Research on ASIC Resistance
Members of the zcash community have voted not to prioritize ASIC resistance.
A Plan to Send Millions in Bitcoin to Venezuela Is Moving Ahead
Developer Jonathan Wheeler plans to airdrop bitcoin across Venezuela, in an ambitious attempt at quelling the country’s ongoing economic crisis.
Decentralizing Popular Dapps Isn’t Just a Scaling Problem
The most popular dapps face unique barriers to full decentralization that don’t have much to do with the normal scaling complaints about ethereum.
Zeroing In: Zcash Sets 2-Year Course for Better Crypto Privacy
Nearly two years after launch, Zcash is entering what could be a crucial period, one that could expand the core features of its technology.
The EOS Arbitrator Problem: A Crypto Governance Breakdown Explained
Dispute settlement in EOS is being handled by a group called ECAF, but its role – and how it should communicate – still needs to be figured out.
PBoC Filings Reveal Big Picture for Planned Digital Currency
The continuing efforts by China’s central bank to build a fully-featured digital currency product are revealed in its many patent filings.
A Long-Secret Bitcoin Key Is About to Finally Be Revealed
A long-held bitcoin secret is about to come out – and for good reason – but it could cause problems for older altcoins.
China’s Crypto Ratings Index Puts EOS in Top Slot, Drops Bitcoin
China’s Global Public Chain Assessment Index has released its second monthly evaluation of blockchain networks – with perhaps surprising results.
Tezos, A Launch Story: What’s Left Before the $232 Million Tech Goes Live?
Tezos announced its handing the blockchain over to the community after launch. And that’s not the only way the project is similar to EOS.
Another Bitcoin Miner Maker Is Seeking to Go Public in Hong Kong
Ebang, one of the largest bitcoin mining chip makers from China, has filed for an initial public offering with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
Overwinter Ahead: What Should Happen When Zcash’s First Hard Fork Hits
With its community aligned, Zcash’s first hard fork, Overwinter, might not be exciting. But as always, you never really rule out a blockchain split.