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Why HODLing Is Hobbling Bitcoin's Prospects as a Common Currency

Bitcoin’s appeal as an investment could diminish its effectiveness as a currency, and alternative models should be tested, writes Michael Casey.

By Michael J. CaseyOct 12, 2017

rust, bitcoin

Volatility, Deflation and Manipulation: A Response to Bitcoin's Critics

Criticisms from bitcoin pundits in the press almost always boil down to a few common misconceptions, argues Jon Matonis.

By Jon MatonisJan 26, 2015

mind cogs think

Congressional Report Warns of Potential Bitcoin Threat to US Dollar

Bitcoin could be a threat to US monetary policy if it gets big enough, says a US governmental report.

By Danny BradburyJan 9, 2014

US Capitol

Could deflation cause problems for bitcoin?

CoinDesk takes a look at deflation and the effect it has on bitcoin. Can bitcoin survive as a currency?

By Daniel CawreyAug 31, 2013

deflation and inflation

Markets

Top 5 Bitcoin Tweets for May 27 to June 2

We review the most informative BitCoin Tweets of the week

By David GilsonJun 3, 2013

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Robinhood Chain's real-world assets jump fivefold as tokenized stocks start trading in bigger size

The chain built to put equities onchain has tripled in size since mid-July, and a dozen tokenized stocks are now each clearing $500,000 a day. Real-world assets are growing fast, though memecoins and stablecoins still dominate the chain.

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Senate Dems should accept the victory they won on Trump's crypto limits: White House

U.S. Senate Democrats got President Donald Trump to accept potential limits on his lucrative crypto dealings, but they say the Clarity Act's restrictions aren't enough.

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Sam Altman-backed World Network secures $52.5 million in fresh funding to fight online AI deepfakes

The project is moving away from basic network expansion to focus entirely on integrating its biometric screening devices across enterprise software suites.

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Institutional crypto trading platform LMAX is exploring sale, IPO

LMAX is working with Morgan Stanley and investment bank KBW to assess its options, which could lead to a sale or a public offering.

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