Newsletter #69
21 - 27 March 2015
This week we see a lot of development in the legal part so have a good weekend catching up on all the regulatory updates.
Bobby
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Market
Can the blockchain replace SSL?
Bitcoin made the blockchain concept famous but many believe that the blockchain's most powerful applications are yet to be developed. One possible application: replacing SSL.
Analysing the Potential of Bitcoin Sidechains
The benefits of bitcoin sidechain innovation will be insurmountable, and will enable an age of 'trustless computing'.
Could the Bitcoin Lightning Network Solve Blockchain Scalability?
Could a decentralised system where off-blockchain bitcoin transactions are sent over a network of micropayment channels solve blockchain scalability?
Ecosystem
Neucoin Whitepaper
Neucoin recently released their whitepaper and makes a good read.
Legal
Startups Speak Out on Russia's Looming Bitcoin Ban
As Russia prepares for a forthcoming decision on bitcoin's legal status, current and former entrepreneurs weigh in on their market strategy.
Hong Kong Official: Bitcoin Legislation Not Necessary
A senior Hong Kong official has said that the government does not see a need for legislation that would regulate bitcoin.
Comments On The Proposed Bitlicense Regulations
Fred Wilson offers his comments on the proposed Bitlicense regulations.
The New York BitLicense and California’s Digital Currency Bill - A Comparison
Jerry Brito compares the slightly different approaches that New York and California are taking in the regulation of digital currency businesses.
Niejadlik Resigns from Coinbase as Company Faces Increased Scrutiny
InsideSources has learned that Martine Niejadlik has resigned from her position as Chief Compliance Officer at Coinbase at a time when the virtual currency
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