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Tron CEO Justin Sun speaks at niTROn Summit 2019, photo by Brady Dale for CoinDesk
Steemit Sets Up Shop on Tron Network
Steemit, the blockchain-based social media platform, is partnering with the Tron Foundation, introducing Steem dapps and users to the Tron network.
Tron CEO Justin Sun speaks at niTROn Summit 2019, photo by Brady Dale for CoinDesk

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Steemit to Automate Development Funding With New DAO
The blockchain project that focuses on monetizing social media sites is launching a DAO in its coming hard fork upgrade.
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Steemit Lays Off 70% of Its Staff, Citing Crypto Bear Market
"We've been forced to lay off more than 70% of our organization and begin a restructuring," says Steemit founder Ned Scott.
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Jack Dorsey speaks at Consensus 2018
I Can't Believe This Blockchain Is Free
At the very least, a blockchain mindset can help you call social media giants' bluff when they tell you that their services are "free."
Jack Dorsey speaks at Consensus 2018

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Blockchains Alone Won’t Fix the Facebook Problem
The root problem of social media is centralization of control over data. The ideas that underpin blockchain tech offer glimpses of a path forward.
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EOS: Unpacking the Big Promises Behind a Possible Blockchain Contender
Dan Larimer says his new project has an infinitely scalable blockchain, but skeptics doubt the controversial figure's ability to pull it off.
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I Want the Truth: Could Blockchain Stop Online News Distortion?
As backlash against fake news continues, CoinDesk's Bailey Reutzel explores how blockchain solutions could play a role in promoting the truth.
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Steemit's First 'Fest' Reveals the Power of Blockchain Community
Steem's global community came together for SteemFest – a two-day conference in Amsterdam event this month.
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Steemit Bridges Blockchain and Social Media, But How Does It Work?
In this piece, CoinDesk explores Steemit, a social media blockchain that rewards users for creating and voting on content.
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New Digital Currency Steem Provokes Doubt of Market Observers
While steemit has become the third-largest digital currency by market cap, some market observers have expressed doubts about its sustainability.
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