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All Business? Bitcoin is Becoming a Hobby for Exchange Employees
Cryptocurrencies are becoming a notable hobby for exchange traders, even as their businesses struggle to understand applications of the tech.
How Cornell Researchers Are Quietly Reinventing Private Blockchains
Why some researchers from Cornell's Institute for CryptoCurrencies & Contracts (IC3) are working to improve permissioned blockchain implementations.
Bitcoin vs Gold: Which is a Better Long-Term Bet?
Bitcoin or gold? Picking one over the other as a long-term bet isn't easy, according to a suite of analysts.
Second Life? Failed DAO Creators Are Making a Comeback Bid
Despite one notable past failure, Slock.it is forging ahead, with a new project planned and new funding from a secret investor.
Private Blockchains for Bitcoin Maximalists
CoinDesk contributor Martin Hagelstrom addresses the private vs public blockchain debate, arguing for the tech from a bitcoin believer's perspective.
Market Enabler? Exchanges See Blockchain as New Revenue Play
At a conference in Budapest this week, financial industry execs revealed shifting views on the best use case for distributed ledger tech.
Inside IC3: How Cornell is Advancing the Science of Bitcoin
An inside look at Cornell University's IC3 lab, which has numerous projects centered on researching and boosting cryptocurrencies like bitcoin.
More Banks to Sign Up for ING's Ethereum Oil Trading Platform
Dutch bank ING's ethereum-based oil trading pilot is opening up to new financial institutions.
With Ethereum 'Ice Age' Incoming, Momentum Builds for Miner Pay Cut
A vote currently taking place on ethereum's mining rewards system has motivated a big response from the community.
War of the Words: Who's Said What About a Bitcoin Fork?
CoinDesk rounds up the various announcements from industry startups in the wake of speculation the bitcoin network could see a technical split.
