Bitcoin’s Taproot Privacy Tech Is Ready – But There’s a Catch
Bitcoin could get better privacy with Taproot, but there’s one big obstacle – it can’t be deployed until another technology goes through.
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Christine Lagarde Pits Circle Against JPMorgan in IMF Debate
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Blockchain Startup Raises $12M Series A to Turn Brands Into Cellular Networks
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What Does a 60/40 Portfolio Look Like if We Replace Bonds With Bitcoin, a Lot Better: Van Straten
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Jamaica Stock Exchange to Trade Crypto Assets in 2018
The Jamaica Stock Exchange will be adding cryptocurrency trading for its clients later this year.

Brave Browser’s Affiliate Link Controversy, Explained
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InstaDApp DeFi Site Raises $2.4 Million From Prominent Crypto Investors
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