Archive: Utah
News Fix: Binance Gets Dollar-Backed Stablecoin Approved
By Vin Narayanan on September 7, 2019
In the news this week: Binance’s stablecoin is approved by New York regulators, the marijuana industry ramps up its lobbying efforts and no one wants to buy WeWork shares.
Rhode Island Fears Missing Out, Ethereum Classic Gets Some Money Back
By Allison Brickell on January 19, 2019
In this week’s News Fix, startup founders question the venture capital model, Rhode Island experiences FOMO and ethereum classic gets some relief after a 51% attack.
Politicians Don’t Know Best
By Vin Narayanan on December 17, 2018
Politicians don’t know best - but they are all too willing to override voters’ rights.
News Fix: DARPA Eyes the Blockchain
By Vin Narayanan on December 8, 2018
In today’s News Fix, DARPA is turning toward the blockchain, institutions keep investing in crypto, and both crypto and cannabis have a busy week.
News Fix: Not All Political Victories Are Created Equal
By Vin Narayanan on November 10, 2018
It’s been a good week for the legal marijuana industry. But before we get too excited, we need to remember that not all political victories (or defeats) are created equal.