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OKCoin CTO Leaves Company Citing Differences
OKCoin chief technical officer Changpeng Zhao has officially announced he will depart the leading China-based bitcoin exchange.
Commonwealth Secretariat to Explore Bitcoin in the Developing World
The Commonwealth Secretariat is set to hold a hearing on digital currencies to discuss how the technology might benefit the developing world.
eToro CEO Joins Board at Bitcoin Startup Colu
Fresh off $2.5m in seed funding, colored coins startup Colu has announced that eToro CEO Yoni Assia has joined its board of directors.
New York Councilman: Bitcoin Could Save City Millions
CoinDesk speaks with New York City council member Mark Levine about his proposed bill that would see the city accept bitcoin for fines and fees.
Factom is Serious About Stopping Smart Dishwasher Fights
An attempt to use blockchain technologies for advanced recordkeeping, Factom has attracted attention and scrutiny for its laudable goals.
Québec Mandates Bitcoin ATMs, Trading Platforms Obtain Licenses
Québec has enacted new policies that mandate virtual currency ATM operators and virtual currency trading platforms obtain a license.
Bitcoin Payments Still Power 5% of Porn.com Sales
Porn.com reports that bitcoin now accounts for 5% of its total sales, just over a year after first accepting the payment method.
Overstock's Top 10 US States for Bitcoin Spenders
New Hampshire residents are the most likely to pay for Overstock items in bitcoin, according to new data released by the e-commerce giant.
New York City Councilman Proposes Bitcoin Payments for Fines and Fees
New York City Council Member Mark Levine has announced he will introduce a bill that could find the city accepting bitcoin for fines and fees.
Bitcoin Transactions Will Double By 2017, Research Finds
A new report from Juniper Research analyzes the volume and value of past bitcoin transactions, while predicting the market's future.
