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Why Symbiont Believes Blockchain Securities Are Wall Street's Future
CoinDesk speaks with Symbiont CEO Mark Smith to learn more about the company's "smart securities" and budding capital markets rivalry with Overstock.
Alleged Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme Organizers Arrested in Taiwan
Authorities in Taiwan have reportedly arrested two individuals in connection with bitcoin-focused Ponzi scheme MyCoin.
New Bitcoin ASIC to be 'Most Power-Efficient’ on Public Market
Mining hardware maker Bitmain has claimed its new bitcoin ASIC will be the most power efficient chip available to the public.
Harborly Becomes Latest Bitcoin Exchange to Shut Down
The founders behind bitcoin exchange Harborly are closing its doors to focus on a separate project, according to the company.
Gartner Report: Cryptocurrencies are Still Over-Hyped
Over-hyped cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin are still in a period of "inflated expectations", leading tech advisory firm Gartner has found.
Mt Gox CEO May Face Rearrest Over $2.6 Million Customer Fund Theft
The CEO of bankrupt bitcoin exchange Mt Gox will face fresh theft charges from Japanese police tomorrow, reports say.
Bitcoin Price Falls 14% Following Bitfinex 'Flash Crash'
Bitcoin's price fell 14% in a period of just 30 minutes following a 'flash crash' on exchange Bitfinex yesterday night.
SEC Sues Brother of GAW Miners CEO Amid Investigation
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a suit against the brother of GAW Miner's CEO Josh Garza as it investigates the company for fraud.
Filament Nets $5 Million for Blockchain-Based Internet of Things Hardware
Filament, a blockchain-based tech provider for the Internet of Things, has raised $5m from Samsung Ventures and Verizon Ventures, among others.
