Crypto 2.0

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CoinSpark 2.0 Taps Blockchain Tech for Notarized Messaging Service
CoinSpark has released a new version of its protocol that allows users to send private messages tied to bitcoin transactions.
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Voting
Bitcoin Foundation Trials Blockchain Voting in Latest Election Controversy
CoinDesk examines the Bitcoin Foundation's recent attempt to launch a blockchain-based voting system and its impact on its latest election round.
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Factom
Factom is Serious About Stopping Smart Dishwasher Fights
An attempt to use blockchain technologies for advanced recordkeeping, Factom has attracted attention and scrutiny for its laudable goals.
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When is a Token a Security? Research Analyzes Blockchain Under US Law
A new working paper penned in part by Harvard and MIT professors analyzes how cryptographic tokens fit under US securities law.
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BitShares Rebranding Signals New Communication Strategy
Pioneering crypto 2.0 project BitShares is rebranding its website in a bid to encourage merchants and consumers to use its decentralized exchange.
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Lead Developers Leave Overstock's Medici Project
Overstock has confirmed Counterparty developers Robby Dermody and Evan Wagner are no longer working on its exchange project Medici.
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Colu
Spark Capital, Aleph Lead $2.5 Million Investment in Colored Coins Startup Colu
Colored coins startup Colu has raised $2.5m from former Twitter and Tumblr investor Spark Capital, VC firm Aleph and more.
Colu

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Mastercoin Seeks Second Start With Omni Reboot
Pioneering crypto 2.0 project Mastercoin has officially rebranded as Omni in a bid to solidify its messaging in the face of criticism and competition.
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Trustatom Raises $100k for Blockchain-Based Due Diligence Service
Trustatom has raised $100,000 in seed funding to launch CredyCo, its due diligence 'software as a service' solution aimed at venture capitalists.
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Gems
Bitcoin Messenger App GetGems Raises $400k From Waze Investor
Israeli seed-stage investment group Magma VC has invested $400,000 in decentralised social messaging startup GetGems.
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