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China Aims to Be the World’s Dominant Blockchain Power – With Help From Google, Amazon and Microsoft

China's BSN could be met with geopolitical resistance as it continues to extend its global reach.

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Jul 30, 2020 at 1:31 p.m. UTC

Jul 30, 2020

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A Primer on the US and China’s 'New Cold War'

From control of the digital realm to territorial skirmishes, these are the issues shaping an increasingly troubled relationship.

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By Nathaniel Whittemore

Jul 15, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. UTC

Jul 15, 2020

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Bitcoin, Equities Markets Rally on Signs of Hope

"Looks like we're piggybacking on equities with some data possibly indicating virus peaking," says a trader of bitcoin's 5 percent jump Monday.

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By Lawrence Lewitinn

Apr 6, 2020 at 2:09 p.m. UTC

Apr 6, 2020

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Gold, Not Bitcoin, Is Drawing Haven Demand on US Recession Fears

The increased likelihood of a U.S. recession has brought a boost to gold prices. For bitcoin, though, it's a different story.

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By Omkar Godbole

Oct 3, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. UTC

Oct 3, 2019

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Korean Government-Backed Researchers File for Blockchain Patent

A South Korean government-funded organization has submitted a blockchain-related patent application to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

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Jul 12, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. UTC

Jul 12, 2018

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