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Bitreserve Users Can Now Peg Bitcoin to New Metals and Swiss Franc

By Yessi Bello PerezFeb 18, 2015

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Why Bitcoin's Volatility is Unique Among Commodities

It could be useful to evaluate bitcoin’s potential against other commodities, but the cryptocurrency walks its own path.

By Danny BradburyApr 29, 2014

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From Gold to Cash to Decentralized Data: The Money Revolution Continues

Money has seen some big changes since the days of bartering. Now decentralization is upturning the cart once again.

By Daniel CawreyApr 24, 2014

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US Mulls Regulating Bitcoin Under Rules for Commodities

The CTFC is investigating whether it has the authority to regulate digital currencies under rules for commodities, reports say.

By Daniel PalmerMar 14, 2014

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7:30 PM
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From Cathie Wood to Cantor Fitzgerald, the big money is betting that Robinhood’s crypto slump is just a temporary speed bump
Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest snapped up over 500,000 shares of Robinhood on Wednesday, joining a wave of analysts who believe a surge in April trading activity will outweigh a recent earnings disappointment.
5:06 PM
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Senator Warren questions Commerce Secretary Lutnick on Tether loan to family
Senators Elizabeth Warren and Ron Wyden sent letters to Howard Lutnick and Tether CEO Paulo Ardoino asking about a loan Tether reportedly made to Lutnick's family.
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Gemini eyes prediction market challenge to Kalshi, Polymarket, secures derivatives license; shares surge
Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss' crypto exchange now holds licenses allowing it to expand into regulated derivatives and prediction markets, the fastest-growing sectors in crypto.

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