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Stan Higgins

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A member of CoinDesk's full-time Editorial Staff since 2014, Stan has long been at the forefront of covering emerging developments in blockchain technology. Stan has previously contributed to financial websites, and is an avid reader of poetry. Stan currently owns a small amount (<$500) worth of BTC, ENG and XTZ (See: Editorial Policy).

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All Things Alt: Shibe Social, Blackcoin Boom and the Twin Easter Egg
Dogecon, new GPUs and the potential future of payments – these and more in this week's All Things Alt.
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 18, 2014 at 6:05 p.m. UTC
Apr 18, 2014
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Security
LocalBitcoins Releases Investigation Report on Site Wallet Issues
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 18, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. UTC
Apr 18, 2014
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Markets
Exchanges
Former US Consumer Finance Watchdog Voices Support for Bitcoin
A former US government consumer finance watchdog has come out in support of bitcoin.
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 17, 2014 at 7:25 p.m. UTC
Apr 17, 2014
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Dogecoin
Dogecoin Founder, Enthusiasts Set For San Francisco Convention
Dogecon SF will bring the area's dogecoin community together to celebrate its history over panel talks, food and fun.
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 16, 2014 at 9:16 p.m. UTC
Apr 16, 2014
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Tech
Technology
New Colorado Marijuana Vending Machines Will Accept Bitcoin
The first customer-facing marijuana vending machine to debut in the US will accept bitcoins as a form of payment.
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 16, 2014 at 6:11 p.m. UTC
Apr 16, 2014
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Bitcoin mining
New Paper Explores Cooling Challenges in Bitcoin Mining Industry
A new white paper provides an in-depth look at the cooling challenges experienced by large-scale bitcoin mines.
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 13, 2014 at 1:55 p.m. UTC
Apr 13, 2014
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Markets
Technology
Coin For Coffee Seeks Simple Way To Buy a Cup of Joe
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 12, 2014 at 2:08 p.m. UTC
Apr 12, 2014
TechnologyStarbucksNewsTechnology News
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Markets
Crime
Cyprus Issues Arrest Warrant for Neo & Bee CEO Danny Brewster
A warrant for the arrest of Neo & Bee CEO Danny Brewster has been issued in Cyprus.
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 11, 2014 at 9:10 p.m. UTC
Apr 11, 2014
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Prices
Deposit Freeze at Chinese Exchanges Drives Bitcoin Price Below $400
Bitcoin prices fell in USD and CNY markets following reports of banking restrictions from several Chinese exchanges.
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 10, 2014 at 10:35 p.m. UTC
Apr 10, 2014
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Law
Investor Group Offers to Buy Mt. Gox for One Bitcoin
A group of investors has offered to purchase troubled Japan-based exchange Mt. Gox for just 1 BTC.
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By Stan Higgins
Apr 10, 2014 at 9:55 p.m. UTC
Apr 10, 2014
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