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Bitcoin Daily: Overstock CEO Shares Movement In Bitcoin Efforts; Russia Might Be Open To Crypto Trading

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Overstock CEO Patrick Byrne said that he welcomes Facebook ’s entry into the cryptocurrency market. Byrne told CNN Business that the social media giant’s launch of its own digital currency validates the space — and Overstock would be open to partnering with Facebook on the project.

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FinovateSpring 2015 Sneak Peek: Part 8

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Onovative’s powerfully simple marketing automation software helps financial institutions meet the challenge of cross-selling current customers. HQ: Tucson, Arizona. Whodini helps merchants engage customers using social media marketing, reaching loyal customers with targeted offers. Why it’s great.