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December AugustCrowdsale announcement: Mercatox – a new platform on the market. Beta- version release
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 31. 23:58
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! We would like to present universal market platform mercatox.com. It is a unique creation in the world of digital money, based on multi-language platform. It combines automated trading, payment service, Peer-to-Peer sharing based on
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Banks Trial Blockchain With South African Regulators
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 31. 21:09
South African banks and regulators are teaming up on blockchain.
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Bitcoin and Blockchain Open New Management Frontiers
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 31. 20:00
Bitcoin, the blockchain, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and other Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies are disrupting everything around us. In particular, they are disrupting the way we manage people and businesses. Furthermore, they are changing management approaches and fostering new business process creation. Also read: Ernst & Young Report: Prepare for Blockchain ‘Critical Mass’
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Australian Regulator: Blockchain Acquisitions Could Face Scrutiny
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 31. 18:46
Australian banks looking to buy up blockchain startups might face a roadblock or two.
Source
Cryptsy Class Action to Settle With Ex-Wife of Troubled CEO
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 31. 17:43
The plaintiffs in a class action lawsuit filed after the collapse of Cryptsy are moving to settle with one of its defendants.
Source
Bitcoin Update Brings Scaling Solution Closer to Activation
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 31. 16:20
The latest bitcoin update features code that could potentially activate a long-anticipated scaling solution.
Source
No Bitcoin Treasure Island yet as Iceland’s Pirate Party Falls Short
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 31. 15:48
Iceland’s Pirate Party has won 14.5 percent of the vote in the country’s general election, topping its forecasts but falling short of a majority. Also read: Pirate Party Gains Favor as Trust in Iceland Government Crumbles Pirate Party: Result ‘Top Of The Range’ The much-championed movement gained seven seats in the Icelandic parliament, more than trebling
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Credit Card Giant MasterCard Releases 'Experimental' Blockchain APIs
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 31. 15:01
MasterCard has quietly developed and released a set of blockchain APIs.
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For Blockchain Startups, Switzerland's 'Crypto Valley' is No New York
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 31. 13:55
Crypto Valley didn't just spontaneously arise, and the governments and startups who are helping make it real (or not) share their story.
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Synereo Aims to ‘Fundamentally Redesign the Internet’
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 31. 13:00
Israel-based blockchain 2.0 company Synereo recently announced some new innovations and a successful funding campaign raising $4.7 million USD. Now the firm is broadly changing its outlook to “fundamentally redesign the way the internet works.” Also read: Storj Partners With Heroku as Marketplace Add-on Synereo Raises $4.7 Million to Expand and Scale The blockchain startup says it’s
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3 Reasons Hyperledger Has Blockchain's Best Development Model
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 31. 12:46
Skuchain's Zaki Manian argues that Hyperledger offers the best development model for the blockchain industry.
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Blockchain Could Have Prevented Last Weeks DDoS Attack
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 31. 11:00
On October 21 the Internet suffered a severe Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack. In fact, reports say nearly half the Internet was incapacitated with sites like Twitter, Reddit, Netflix and more temporarily shut down. Although the state of the web looks grim, the rise of blockchain technology may be able to deter DDoS assaults significantly.
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Blockchain Could Have Prevented Last Week’s DDoS Attack
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 31. 11:00
On October 21 the Internet suffered a severe Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack. In fact, reports say nearly half the Internet was incapacitated with sites like Twitter, Reddit, Netflix and more temporarily shut down. Although the state of the web looks grim, the rise of blockchain technology may be able to deter DDoS assaults significantly.
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Chinese Government Hosts Blockchain Conference
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 31. 00:00
The Chinese Government is taking a new look at blockchain technology’s promises. Its new approach became clear this week when it hosted the two-day First World Blockchain Conference in Changsha. And speakers weren’t afraid to use that once-scary B-word: Bitcoin. Also read: Using Blockchain to Fight the Fake Diploma Nightmare The conference was officially organized by the
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Why Israel's Banks Will Unite Over Blockchain
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 30. 14:57
Israel took a global lead on cyber security. Could it do the same with blockchain?
Source
Making Sense of Hillary Clinton's Bitcoin Rejection
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 30. 14:28
Hillary Clinton's decision not to accept bitcoin speaks to the current legal environment surrounding the technology, analysts say.
Source
Storj Partners With Heroku as Marketplace Add-on
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 30. 13:00
The Storj team has expanded the beta-testing of its platform by implementing the Heroku cloud Platform-as-a-Service. The team announced the news on their official blog on October 26th, 2016. Also read: Bitcurex Forced to Shut Down After $1.5 million Theft Storj to Beta Test with Heroku Specifically, Storj will test its service on Heroku’s Element Marketplace as an
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Using Blockchain to Fight the Fake Diploma Nightmare
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 30. 11:00
Fake college diplomas and other credentials are a huge problem in this age of professional-grade copying and printing services. However one smart contracts startup says it’s another use-case opportunity for the blockchain. Also read: Stash Launches ‘Bank In A Box’ Bitcoin Full Node Use the Blockchain, Not Your Own Database Singapore-based Attores says it has the
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ShapeShift Adds Zcash Support As ZEC Markets Go Wild
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 29. 18:12
Switzerland-based ShapeShift.io has announced it will integrate Zcash (ZEC) with its trading platform, following the coin’s launch and subsequent moonshot in price. Also read: Barry Silbert Reveals 10 Bitcoin Predictions for 2017 On Friday, October 28, the Zcash cryptocurrency was open to the public as a significant portion of miners started mining the anonymous asset. Zcash
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Bitcoin Breaks Through $700 But Zcash Steals The Show
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 29. 17:07
Zcash stole the show this week, as the currency's price surged and it drew significant attention with its use of zero knowledge proofs.
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Bitcoin Prices Roar Past $700 But Zcash Steals The Show
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 29. 17:07
Zcash stole the show this week, as the currency's price surged and it drew significant attention with its use of zero knowledge proofs.
Source
Bitcoin's Block Size Debate is Still Raging (And It Might Be Worse Than Ever)
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 29. 16:02
With little likelihood of a single scaling solution that will please everyone, is a hard fork inevitable?
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Bitcoin's Block Size Debate is Back (And It Might Be Worse Than Ever)
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 29. 16:02
With little likelihood of a single scaling solution that will please everyone, is a hard fork inevitable?
Source
S&P: Widespread Blockchain Implementation Could Affect Ratings
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 29. 14:00
Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Global recently published a report detailing its view of blockchain technology. The credit rating agency also revealed how blockchain development could change its credit ratings of financial institutions. Also read: Needham Downgrades GBTC Rating, But Predicts Bitcoin Rally to $848 Blockchain Could Affect Credit Ratings Known for its stock market indices such
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Barry Silbert Reveals 10 Bitcoin Predictions for 2017
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 29. 12:00
Expect 2017 to be a very good year for Bitcoin’s price. That’s according to prominent Bitcoin investor Barry Silbert, who shared his ten predictions for the upcomming year. Also read: Did Barclays Just Declare War on Bitcoin Users? Many Applications for Bitcoin and Blockchain Silbert, founder and CEO of Digital Currency Group (DCG), recently shared his
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Bitcoin Core 0.13.1 Enables SegWit to Ease Block Sizes
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 29. 10:23
Amid a spike in transactions and price hike, the Bitcoin Core team has released its version 0.13.1 update. Notably, this release is the first to implement Segregated Witness transactions in the Bitcoin protocol. While controversial, SegWit is one step towards freeing up a degree of block space. Also Read: Bitcurex Forced to Shut Down After $1.5 million Theft
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Bitcurex Forced to Shut Down After $1.5 million Theft
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 29. 05:04
Polish bitcoin exchange Bitcurex just posted an update announcing it will close following a hack attack several days ago — resulting in $1.5 going missing. It’s one of the bigger bitcoin exchanges serving the European market, specifically for trading zloty and also euros. Also read: Bitfinex Seeks Communication With Bitcoin Thief Poland’s Most Popular Exchange Bitcurex launched
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Switzerland’s SBB Railway Offers Bitcoin at 1,000 Kiosks
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 29. 01:55
Swiss railway system SBB will soon offer Bitcoin sales through its train ticket machines. On November 11 those with a Switzerland-based phone number and a QR readable wallet will be able to purchase the cryptocurrency from associated stations. Also read: Switzerland Won’t ‘Obstruct’ Bitcoin Startups, Eases Regulations Switzerland’s National SBB Railway Sells Bitcoin The SBB railway service
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Bitcoin’s Price Value Is Racing Upwards
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 29. 00:04
Over the course of October Bitcoin’s price has been on a tear, rising in value. In the first week, Bitcoin.com predicted bullish indicators as the price ramped up to $630 USD per BTC at the time. Now the value of the cryptocurrency is slowly edging towards the $700 mark and was battling resistance at $690 at
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Bitcoin and Zcash: How Do They Compare?
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 28. 20:44
Alex Sunnarborg compares bitcoin's value with that of the newly launched cryptocurrency Zcash.
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Father of Bitcoin Exchange Operator Pleads Guilty to Obstruction
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 28. 20:09
A Florida man pled guilty yesterday after being indicted in a case tied to the now-defunct Florida bitcoin exchange Coin.mx.
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The Zcash Blockchain is Now Live
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 28. 18:24
In a livestream today, Zcash CEO Zooko Wilcox announced that the software was finally ready to download.
Source
MIT Launches Blockcerts Certification Using Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 28. 18:00
Back in June MIT Media Lab tested certification authentication using the Bitcoin blockchain. After working on research and development for over a year, the school organization has released an open standard for digital academic certificates called Blockcerts. Also read:MGT Capital & Bitmain Focus On U.S.-Based Bitcoin Mining Blockcerts Enables Immutable Certification for Anyone Blockcerts is a
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Beastminer is a scam
Bitbargain.com
2016. Oct. 28. 17:00
This is a post for the search engines and anyone googling, because I googled and didn’t find any warnings on this subject.
So just to be very explicit about this: beastminer is another scam page to spread malware. That is all. If after reading this post you still want to try if you can make 0.07 BTC per hour doing nothing but running a program, I wish you a joyful infection. You can also spam it and get BTC rewards you will never be able to withdraw.
US Bank Regulator Charts Path for Blockchain Startup Oversight
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 28. 15:37
A major US banking regulatory has unveiled a broad innovation policy aimed at regulating blockchain startups and other fintechs.
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With Zcash Launch, Blockchain Enters the Age of Anonymity
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 28. 14:26
The mining of the Zcash genesis block formally kicks off an entirely new blockchain – and what could be a burgeoning ecosystem of companies.
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‘First Sanctioned’ Bitcoin POS Tools for Cannabis Hit Cali, Oregon
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 28. 14:00
US cryptocurrency developer First Bitcoin Capital (FBC) has partnered with a merchant processor to enable bitcoin payments for medicinal cannabis at point-of-sale. Also read: Cannabis Security Firm Goes Bitcoin to Solve Industry’s Banking Problem ‘Completely Sanctioned’ Cannabis Sales For Cali and Oregon The scheme, finalized for California and Oregon with further states to follow, is “the first
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Swiss Railway Service to Sell Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 28. 13:42
The operator of a national railway service in Switzerland will begin selling bitcoin through its ticket kiosks starting next month.
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Singapore’s Central Bank Creates Financial Tech Partnerships
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 28. 12:00
Singapore has become a hotbed for financial technology and blockchain innovation. This week, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has conceived two joint ventures that aim to progress blockchain research and development in Southeast Asia. Also read: Singapore Banking Industry Looks to Fintech & Blockchain Monetary Authority of Singapore & Government of Andhra Pradesh Partner in
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The Plot Thickens As DAO Attacker Trades Stolen Funds for Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 27. 23:56
More than $100,000 worth of digital currency tied to ethereum’s biggest hack has been successfully converted into bitcoin.
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Derivatives Giant CME Sets Launch Date for Bitcoin Indexes
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 27. 21:03
The CME Group is launching two previously announced bitcoin price benchmarks next month.
Source
SBI to Launch First Bank-Backed Digital Currency Exchange
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 27. 19:12
Japan is set to get another digital currency exchange.
Source
Stash Launches ‘Bank In A Box’ Bitcoin Full Node
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 27. 19:00
The Austin, Texas-based software startup Stash Inc., has just announced the release of its first product — the “Stash Node Pro.” The device is a Bitcoin full node with various features that protect privacy and cryptographic financial security. Also read: $35k For Cotton Marks World First Interbank Blockchain Trade Stash Reveals Its Bitcoin Full Node With
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Australia Will Regulate Bitcoin Exchanges Under AML Laws
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 27. 17:46
The Australian government is looking to update its anti-money laundering laws to include bitcoin and other digital currency exchanges.
Source
Accenture Partners With Blockchain Startup CoinSciences
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 27. 15:00
Blockchain startup CoinSciences has launched a new program aimed at getting more enterprise companies to work with blockchain.
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Blockchain Startup CoinSciences Adds 13 Members to Partner Program
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 27. 15:00
Blockchain startup CoinSciences has launched a new program aimed at getting more enterprise companies to work with blockchain.
Source
S&P: Too Early for Blockchain to Impact Credit Ratings
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 27. 14:34
S&P believes it's too early for the use of blockchain tech to be a factor in its corporate credit analysis.
Source
MGT Capital & Bitmain Focus On U.S.-Based Bitcoin Mining
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 27. 14:00
MGT Capital Investments, led by John McAfee, has just signed a letter of intent with the mining firm Bitmain Technologies Limited. The collaboration aims to focus on building North American Bitcoin opportunities. Also read: John McAfee to Join ‘Blockchain: Money’ Conference in London MGT Capital Investments & Bitmain’s Joint Bitcoin Venture The joint venture between MGT
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Did Barclays Just Declare War on Bitcoin Users?
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 27. 13:47
UK bank Barclays has suspended the account of local cryptocurrency news resource Coinjournal without warning or explanation, it emerged today. Also read: BitPay Offers Financial Services to RT Following Bank Account Freeze Coinjournal Founder: Bank Gave No Warning or Explanation In a tweet earlier Thursday, journalist Kyle Torpey stated it “seemed” the bank had suspended Coinjournal’s account
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Bitcoin is the Blockchain’s Killer Application
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 27. 12:00
Just a few months ago, I sat on a panel at the Blockchain New York Conference at PwC. As a panel, we discussed, “The Promise of “The Internet of Money” with a particular angle on whether or not Bitcoin is a distraction, or has merit moving forward. How could Bitcoin be a distraction? Also read:
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Investors Are Going Wild for a Digital Currency Called Zcash (And It's Not Even Out Yet)
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 27. 07:02
The market for Zcash is surging – even before the new digital currency has started trading.
Source
Investors Are Going Wild for a Digital Currency Called Zcash
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 27. 07:02
The market for Zcash is surging – even before the new digital currency has started trading.
Source
Bitpay’s Copay Wallet Gets an Intel Upgrade
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 26. 21:00
BitPay has revealed a new partnership with Intel software services. During this week’s Money 20/20 event in Las Vegas, the company announced its Copay users will get hardware-level security with Intel Software Guard Extensions. Also Read: The Upcoming Launch of Anonymous Project Zcash BitPay’s Wallet Service Copay Gets An Intel Upgrade Leading Bitcoin payment processor Bitpay continues its progress
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A Lower Block Time Could Help Bitcoin Scale, But Will It Work?
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 26. 19:35
A small tweak to bitcoin could have a big impact.
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AT&T is Seeking a Patent for a Bitcoin-Powered Server
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 26. 18:39
US telecom giant AT&T is seeking a patent for a kind of home subscriber server that utilizes a blockchain.
Source
OneCoin-Style Russian Ponzi MMM Global Targets Kenya
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 26. 18:00
A new version of decades-old Russian ponzi scheme MMM Global is appearing in Kenya. It promises investors 100% returns and “changing the world” after investing. Also read: Chinese Gov’t Warns Against ‘Transparent’ Ponzi Scheme MMM Global Serial Fraudster Mavrodi Targets Kenya MMM, which stands for Mavrodi Mondial Moneybox, originated in Russia in the mid 1990s. Its founder, Sergey
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‘Friendliest’ Bitcoin Wallet iPayYou Now Sells Gift Cards
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 26. 17:00
User and newcomer-friendly wallet service iPayYou says it wants to help create a merchandising ecosystem for Bitcoin. To kick this off, it now allows users to buy gift cards from Amazon, Best Buy, iTunes and Starbucks. More retailers are coming within the month. Also read: $35k For Cotton Marks World First Interbank Blockchain Trade iPayYou and
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Swift Fights to Stay Relevant in A Blockchain World
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 26. 16:22
Can Swift stay relevant in a world of blockchain?
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Singapore Central Bank Inks Blockchain Deals With India, South Korea
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 26. 15:43
It’s been a busy week on the blockchain front for Singapore’s central bank.
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ABN Amro Partners with Dutch University on Blockchain Projects
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 26. 14:26
A prominent bank in the Netherlands is working with a local university to develop a series of blockchain prototypes.
Source
Growing Hype and Ecosystem Surrounding Zcash Launch
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 26. 14:00
The upcoming Zcash launch has many cryptocurrency users interested. The cryptocurrency’s genesis block goes out on October 28, with many miners waiting to churn out the asset. Now those wondering where they can store their Zcash can rest easy, as multi-currency wallet Jaxx just announced full Zcash integration. Also Read: The Upcoming Launch of Anonymous Project Zcash Zcash Will
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Bitcoin Funding & Education For Zimbabwean Farmers
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 26. 12:00
BitMari, the Pan African Bitcoin wallet provider, is trying to popularize Bitcoin in the Zimbabwean region. Currently, the startup is working with the Zimbabwe Women Farmers Accelerator to raise cryptocurrency funds for the group’s cause. Also Read: The Amount of Bitcoin Is Scarcer Than We Think Pan African Bitcoin Wallet BitMari Helps Fund Zimbabwean Women Farmers The
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Civic Demos Vision for Blockchain Web Login Service
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 25. 23:50
Civic previewed a new use case for its decentralized identity service today at Money2020 in Las Vegas.
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WeFunder Equity Investment Gets a Bitcoin Lift
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 25. 21:00
BitPay has announced that investors can now use Bitcoin with equity crowdfunding platform WeFunder. This is thanks to last year’s U.S. JOBS Act, which allows non-accredited investors to inject capital into a private company. Since the regulatory policy change, WeFunder and BitPay integration users can invest their bitcoins in a variety of startups across the states. Also
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Overstock's Blockchain Stock Will Begin Trading in December
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 25. 20:25
Online retail giant Overstock will soon begin trading blockchain-based shares of its stock.
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Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank Testing Blockchain with IBM
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 25. 18:35
One of Japan’s largest banks is working with IBM on a series of blockchain trials.
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Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank Tests Blockchain
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 25. 18:35
One of Japan’s largest banks is working with IBM on a series of blockchain trials.
Source
Disney Reveals Dragonchain, an Interoperable Ledger
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 25. 18:00
Back in March Bitcoin.com reported the Walt Disney company was searching for blockchain talent at its Seattle, Washington headquarters. Now the firm has released its own public/private hybrid blockchain, called Dragonchain. Also read: PwC Report: Blockchain Illiteracy Could Hurt Banks Meet Dragonchain, a Blockchain Created by Disney Disney’s Dragonchain platform claims it will simplify real business applications
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Russian, Chinese Central Securities Depositories Partner on Blockchain
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 25. 16:07
Central securities depositories (CSDs) in Russia and China are partnering on blockchain.
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Walmart Wants to Apply Blockchain to Other Products Beyond Pork
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 25. 15:23
Trying to make pork products in China safer was just the first step of Walmart’s global plans for blockchain.
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Consumers’ Research Publishes Blockchain Paper After Bretton Woods
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 25. 14:23
Consumers' Research has published a new white paper months after organizing a meeting of lawmakers and blockchain entrepreneurs at Bretton Woods.
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Consumers’ Research Publishes Bretton Woods Blockchain Paper
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 25. 14:23
Consumers' Research has published a new white paper months after organizing a meeting of lawmakers and blockchain entrepreneurs at Bretton Woods.
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$35k For Cotton Marks World First Interbank Blockchain Trade
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 25. 14:00
88 bales of cotton made history this week, becoming the world’s first cross-border interbank trade executed on a blockchain. Also read: IBM: 65% of World’s Major Banks to Use Blockchain By 2019 Cotton Trade a ‘Truly Innovative Step’ The shipment, delivered from US-based Brighann Cotton, arrived in Qingdao, China — handled by the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and
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Chain Breaks the Hype With Open Source Code
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 25. 12:00
Chain, the blockchain platform for enterprise solutions, has released Chain Core Developer Edition — open sourcing 30,000 lines of code. The Chain Core downloadable version is free for programmers and organizations to build blockchain-based prototypes. Also Read: The Upcoming Launch of Anonymous Project Zcash Chain Deploys 30,000 Lines of Open Source Blockchain Code Devon Gundry and Adam
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The Blockchain Created By Ethereum's Fork is Forking Now
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 25. 05:23
A blockchain that was born out of the rejection of a specific technical change is on the verge of making that specific change, some argue.
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Credit Insurance Firm Partners With Blockchain Startup Fluent
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 23:49
Blockchain startup Fluent has partnered with credit insurance provider and Allianz subsidiary Euler Hermes.
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Capital One Testing Blockchain for Healthcare Claims
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 20:31
US financial services company Capital One is working with blockchain startup Gem on a new healthcare claims project.
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BTCC Previews New Mobile Bitcoin Wallet 'Mobi'
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 18:50
BTCC has high hopes for Mobi the new mobile app it released today at Money2020 in Las Vegas.
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IBM Blockchain Pilot Seeks to Solve 'Last Mile' of Delivery
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 18:37
IBM is working with a Singapore startup to develop a network of storage lockers connected via blockchain.
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Bitcoin and Its Blockchain Are Driving the Solar Energy Boom
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 24. 18:00
Bitcoin, blockchain technology and the Internet of Things are dramatically disrupting every industry sector. They’re especially disrupting the energy and utility sector, including the solar energy trading market. Coincidentally, solar energy prices continue to decline, bringing spectacular new business opportunities while protecting the environment. Also read: IBM Invests $200M Into Blockchain and IoT Research at German
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Commonwealth Bank, Wells Fargo Test Blockchain for Cotton Trade
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 17:06
Commonwealth Bank and Wells Fargo have announced they are testing blockchain for use in trade finance, focusing on the global cotton market.
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Huawei Joins Hyperledger as Blockchain Group Adds 10 Members
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 14:30
Smartphone giant Huawei is now supporting the Linux Foundation-led Hyperledger blockchain project.
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In Illinois, State Officials Are Steadily Building a Blockchain Strategy
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 14:08
The state government of Illinois has quietly established a working group tasked with developing a strategy for integrating blockchain tech.
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Illinois State Officials Are Steadily Building a Blockchain Strategy
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 14:08
The state government of Illinois has quietly established a working group tasked with developing a strategy for integrating blockchain tech.
Source
The Amount of Bitcoin Is Scarcer Than We Think
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 24. 14:00
Bitcoin is scarcer than people think, as most look at the current distribution at close to 16 million BTC released so far. However, far fewer Bitcoins are actually accessible. Many people don’t account for the thousands missing, some of them burnt, and wallet stashes that may never be spent. Also Read: The Upcoming Launch of Anonymous Project Zcash
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Bitcoin.com Podcast: Bitcoin Investment Funds with Ransu Salovaara
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 24. 12:32
Check out the latest Bitcoin.com podcast episode, out now. This week, Gavin Knight talks to Revoltura CEO Ransu Salovaara. Gibraltar-based Revoltura creates “publicly traded, EU passported, disruptive investment products”, including Europe’s first Bitcoin ETI (exchange-traded instrument). Also read: The Upcoming Launch of Anonymous Project Zcash BitcoinETI trades on the Gibraltar Stock Exchange and Deutsche Börse, and
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Bitfinex Seeks Communication With Bitcoin Thief
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 24. 12:00
On August 2nd the Hong Kong-based Bitcoin exchange Bitfinex was compromised for roughly $70 million worth of Bitcoin. According to sources, the attacker managed to drain the exchange through its multi-signature security — gaining 120,000 BTC from the breach. Now the exchange is trying to reach out to the responsible party in an attempt to get its
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In Milestone Release, Chain Open-Sources its Blockchain Tech
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 09:03
Chain is officially open-sourcing its blockchain platform, Chain Protocol, a move its CEO says represents the culmination of years of work.
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Blockchain Ideologies Clash as Money2020 Spotlights Capital Markets
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 02:35
A conversation about blockchain in capital markets highlighted the contrasting ways innovators are seeking to change financial systems.
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Identity and Aleppo Kick Off Money2020 Blockchain Discussion
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 24. 01:01
The human cost of financial exclusion was the central focus of Money2020's first panel to focus on blockchain.
Source
Financial Inclusion Fund Leads $5 Million Investment in Bitcoin Startup Coins
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 23. 18:09
Bitcoin startup Coins has raised $5m in funding from Alphabet chairman Eric Schmidt's fund and incubators backed by local telcos.
Source
Inclusion Fund Leads $5 Million Investment in Bitcoin Startup Coins
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 23. 18:09
Bitcoin startup Coins has raised $5m in funding from Alphabet chairman Eric Schmidt's fund and incubators backed by local telcos.
Source
PwC: Blockchain Will Drive Holiday Season Logistics
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 23. 14:00
During holiday seasons, technologies such as blockchain will be key to helping logistics companies meet customers’ demands, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Strategy Principal Andrew Schmahl said this week. Also read: Australian Government Considers Blockchain Tech for Land Transport Meeting Shoppers’ High Expectations PwC estimates that this year shoppers will spend 10% more than last. Retailers will also benefit,
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The Upcoming Launch of Anonymous Project Zcash
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 23. 12:00
On October 28 the Zcash (ZEC) project will release its genesis block into the wild. There’s a lot of anticipation for this project, because it will deploy zero-knowledge security. Thanks to this, developers believe Zcash will be a truly anonymous ledger that doesn’t leak or reveal transaction data. Ledger Nano S Review: Why I Threw Out
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Bank Execs Want An 'Even Playing Field' For Industry Blockchains
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 23. 09:01
Many banks are working on blockchain projects, but recent survey respondents expressed concerns about regulation and standards.
Source
Dutch Hackathon Looks at Blockchain Energy Solutions
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 22. 18:00
On October 14-15, Dutch Hackenergy 2016 hackathon was filled with energetic programmers and blockchain solutions. A jury of industry experts named Hyperledger-based project EcoCoin as the most prestigious platform, focusing on peer-to-peer energy transition. Also read: Walmart & IBM Improves Food Safety With Blockchain Tech Hackenergy Event Tests Blockchain Energy Solutions Hackenergy 2016 was a two-day Dutch hackathon sponsored by ENGIE
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Cryptocurrency Index Funds: Can They Beat Bitcoin's Returns?
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 22. 17:05
An industry observer's simulations of cryptocurrency index funds suggest bitcoin is hard to beat.
Source
Pentagon $1.8M Deal to Use Blockchain for Data Security
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 22. 15:07
The United States Department of Defense has signed a $1.8 million partnership with two tech firms, to study Blockchain use in securing sensitive military data. Also read: Governments & Central Banks are Now Funding Blockchain Research Pentagon After ‘Highest Level Possible’ Protection The Pentagon’s Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will work with Galois and Guardtime Federal to
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Physicians Say Blockchain Healthcare Ideas in Need of Exam
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 22. 14:16
Medical blockchain startups are making the wrong pitches, say industry insiders.
Source
Ledger Nano S Review: Why I Threw Out My Paper Wallet
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 22. 12:00
I finally decided to ditch my paper wallet for something a bit more sophisticated after spending a week with the Ledger Nano S. Also read: Russian Govt Regulator Launches Blockchain Project with Sberbank Paper is Too Simple I’ll admit — I loved my printed paper wallet and have never used a hardware device. You see,
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Bitfinex to Hacker: Can We Have Our Bitcoin Back?
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 22. 00:05
Bitfinex is now seeking to strike a deal with the hacker or hackers who stole $65m in bitcoin from the exchange back in August.
Source
IT Firm Fujitsu Sees Commercial Interest in Blockchain Security
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 21. 21:14
Japanese IT giant Fujitsu has developed tools for confidentially sharing documents via blockchain.
Source
UBS Names Former APAC CTO New Blockchain Lead
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 21. 18:30
Following the departure of Alex Batlin, Swiss banking giant UBS has named a new head of blockchain.
Source
Arcade City Publicly Reveals White Paper & ICO Details
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 21. 18:00
The decentralized ride-sharing startup Arcade City recently revealed its preliminary white paper and token plan. The paper “Arcade City: Blueprint for a New Economy” explains some of the team’s ideas for its native token ARC and its tentative ICO planned for Q4 of this year. Also read: Anti-Hunger App Unsung Partners with Arcade City’s 30,000 Users
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Visa to Launch Blockchain Payments Service Next Year
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 21. 17:53
Visa has announced new details about a business-to-business payments service developed in partnership with blockchain startup Chain.
Source
IBM, SBI to Test Blockchain Bond Trading
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 21. 17:07
IBM Japan is working with a local securities firm on a new blockchain pilot focused on developing the foundations for a bond trading system.
Source
Former NYDFS Counsel Joins Perkins Coie Blockchain Practice
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 21. 15:48
Perkins Coie has hired a former NYDFS counsel who worked on the state's BitLicense regulatory framework.
Source
Walmart & IBM Improves Food Safety With Blockchain Tech
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 21. 14:00
`Walmart recently opened its Food Safety Collaboration Center in Beijing. The new initiative means the multinational is collaborating with IBM and Tsinghua University to improve food quality through the supply chain. It means the food safety partnership is utilizing blockchain technology to provide better food tracking and consumer safety. Also read: Walmart Drops Visa, Proving the Potential
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The Bitfinex Hack is Still Scaring Away Bitcoin Traders
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 21. 13:55
Bitcoin activity was quiet in September, characterized by lackluster trading activity and low volatility.
Source
Ubitquity Announces First US Blockchain Property Pilot
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 21. 12:00
Blockchain real estate company Ubitquity has announced its first ever US pilot scheme through a partnership with Virginia-based Priority Title & Escrow. Also read: Here’s Why Your House is ‘Much More Valuable’ on the Blockchain Partnership To ‘Help Legitimize’ Blockchain Deeds Transfer Ubitquity’s first venture since its limited release in September sees it provide immutable original
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China Pushes for Blockchain Cooperation With New Research Report
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 20. 21:31
The Chinese government has released some of its first research findings on blockchain technology.
Source
HYPR Raises $3 Million to Enhance Blockchain Biometrics
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 20. 21:00
The biometric security startup HYPR just announced it has raised $3 million to scale its enterprise biometric solutions. Also read: Legal Identity for All: Can Bitcoin’s Blockchain Rise to the Challenge? HYPR: Biometric Authentication Adds Additional Value to Blockchain Solutions HYPR, founded in 2014, is focused on two important technologies that may change the way we do
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The Rise of ViaBTC: How A Mysterious Miner Could Decide Bitcoin's Future
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 20. 18:56
The future of bitcoin could be impacted by a mysterious new mining pool, one that has shown it's willing to go its own way on technical debates.
Source
ViaBTC Rises: How A Mysterious Miner Could Decide Bitcoin's Future
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 20. 18:56
The future of bitcoin could be impacted by a mysterious new mining pool, one that has shown it's willing to go its own way on technical debates.
Source
Coinsecure Releases First Live Order App for Growing Indian Market
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 20. 18:00
Indian exchange Coinsecure has announced the release of India’s first simultaneous mobile trading app. It’s a bid to tap into the country’s almost 2 million smartphone users. Also read: India’s Law Enforcement Probes Dark Net Markets Coinsecure: Mobile ‘Next Step’ In Indian Bitcoin Transition The app, hot on the heels of rival exchange Unocoin’s offering in
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Delaware Judge Pushes for Blockchain Proxy Voting
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 20. 15:58
A judge for the Delaware Chancery Court has advocated for blockchain-based proxy voting as a means to put more power in the hands of shareholders.
Source
Delaware Judge Pushes for Blockchain Voting
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 20. 15:58
A judge for the Delaware Chancery Court has advocated for blockchain-based proxy voting as a means to put more power in the hands of shareholders.
Source
Global Banks Test Ripple's Digital Currency in New Blockchain Trial
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 20. 14:40
Twelve members of blockchain consortium R3CEV has successfully tested a use case for Ripple's XRP cryptcurrency.
Source
Bitcoin Startup Execs Join Uphold Team
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 20. 14:21
Two former bitcoin startup executives have joined the leadership team for Uphold, the digital money platform.
Source
Look Beneath the Election for Movements That Make a Difference
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 20. 14:00
The U.S. election approaches, and it’s more apparent than ever that representative governance is a joke. As millions of Americans fight between each other over two sociopaths, society in general looks quite dismal. Be optimistic, though — many movements below the surface are giving a general sense of hope within the confines of this insanity. Also
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Patrick Byrne on Bitcoin: Space Cash, Beam it Across the Galaxy
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 20. 12:00
Overstock.com CEO Patrick Byrne is a vocal Bitcoin proponent, even launching his own startup T0 to disrupt Wall Street. In a recent interview, Byrne discussed both Bitcoin and blockchain’s unique advantages. Read also: Patrick Byrne: t0 and Bitt Will Grow Under New Leadership Patrick Byrne is a well known influential person within the bitcoin world, since his company
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Delayed withdrawals
Bitbargain.com
2016. Oct. 20. 01:49
Lately you may have noticed withdrawals being delayed by random more frequently. Not just on BitBargain but other marketplaces as well.
What is causing it?
To understand the problem better, here’s a couple of basics you need to know:
1) When you spend bitcoins from a source, *all* of it has to be spent. If you have 10 BTC and send someone 8 BTC, you’re really sending 8 BTC to them and 2 BTC back to yourself.
2) Transactions take time to confirm. When you send a transaction, it’s pending until it is included in a block in the blockchain. This happens on average every 10 minutes.
3) If the pending transactions take up more space than 1 MByte, not all of them make it into a block. Even if they don’t take up as much, the miner which finds the block could decide not to include any transactions in the block.
4) The ‘average 10 minutes per block’ is based on chance. It could be 3 blocks in 1 minute, or no blocks found for over an hour.
You can check the status of the bitcoin network, watch as blocks are found in realtime, see what size they are, how often a new one is found in realtime at:
https://blockchain.info/
Here is an example of the latest blocks:
European Insurance Firms Launch New Blockchain Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 23:18
Five major European insurance and reinsurance companies have partnered on a new blockchain initiative.
Source
Ethereum Forks But Blockchain Attacks Keep On Coming
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 21:30
Yesterday’s ethereum hard fork went according to plan, but the attacker has yet to be thwarted.
Source
Chinese Government Publishes Blockchain Financial Whitepaper
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 19. 21:15
In a surprise move, the Chinese government’s primary information technology ministry has published a research paper detailing blockchain’s benefits. Although it looks at many industries, the paper highlights the financial sector for blockchain technology’s first applications. Also read: Chronicled Demos Blockchain-Connected Delivery Drone Contributions From Many Chinese Industry and Government Sectors The paper is titled “The Blockchain
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Japan's MUFG is Using Digital Currency to Rewards its Employees
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 19:46
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. (MUFG), the parent company of the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, has begun work on a new blockchain trial.
Source
MUFG is Using Digital Currency to Reward its Employees
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 19:46
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. (MUFG), the parent company of the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, has begun work on a new blockchain trial.
Source
ECB to EU: Tighter Regulations, Less Anonymity on Digital Currencies
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 19. 18:00
The European Central Bank (ECB) has given its long-awaited opinion on proposed regulations on digital currencies, including bitcoin. The bank also suggested there’s room for improvement to the European Council and Parliament’s proposal. The aim, it said, is to prevent use of the financial system for money laundering and terrorism financing. Also read: The European Union looks to impose new
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Deloitte Returns as Title Sponsor for Consensus 2017
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 16:45
CoinDesk is thrilled to welcome back Deloitte as a title sponsor for Consensus 2017, our third annual blockchain technology summit.
Source
US Elections Watchdog Might Change Its Bitcoin Donation Rules
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 15:54
The US Federal Elections Committee is quietly debating whether to reclassify how it treats bitcoin donations.
Source
US Elections Watchdog Might Change Bitcoin Rules
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 15:54
The US Federal Elections Committee is quietly debating whether to reclassify how it treats bitcoin donations.
Source
Nasdaq Sees Low Hanging Fruit in Blockchain Post-Trade
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 14:16
Stock exchange giant Nasdaq discussed its vision for blockchain post-trade at an event in the UK last week.
Source
4th Annual laBITconf to Descend on Buenos Aires
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 19. 14:00
The premiere Latin American Bitcoin Conference, laBITconf, is returning to Buenos Aires this year. On November 4-5, over sixty industry leaders and almost fifty percent of Bitcoin’s mining power will be attending the event. Also read: Russia ‘Asset Exchange’ Sees Real Estate On Sale For Bitcoin laBITconf Bringing Innovation and Networking to Latin America Financial tech
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Callcoin Turns Telegram Into a Bitcoin Payphone
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 19. 12:00
October 10 saw the launch of Callcoin, the world’s first Telegram app for calling ordinary phone numbers. It accepts funds only in Bitcoin and allows users to share each other’s balances. Also read: Bitcoin.com Launches New Telegram Channel Callcoin CEO: ‘Growing Levels Of Trust and Understanding’ In Crypto The service uses callback rather than Voice over Internet
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Walmart Blockchain Pilot Aims to Make China's Pork Market Safer
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 12:00
Walmart and IBM are working together to help bring more transparency to China's massive pork industry.
Source
State Street to Serve as Winklevoss Bitcoin ETF Administrator
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 02:10
State Street has been tapped to help launch the first bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF).
Source
Winklevoss Brothers Tap State Street for Key Bitcoin ETF Role
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 19. 02:10
State Street has been tapped to help launch the first bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF).
Source
Bitcoin's Lightning Network Just Took a Big Step Toward Interoperability
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 22:17
While several implementations of the much-anticipated Lightning Network have emerged, new specifications could bridge these splintered projects.
Source
Bitcoin's Lightning Network Takes a Big Step Toward Interoperability
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 22:17
While several implementations of the much-anticipated Lightning Network have emerged, new specifications could bridge these splintered projects.
Source
John McAfee to Join ‘Blockchain: Money’ Conference in London
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 18. 22:00
MGT Capital Investments, Inc. has just revealed that John McAfee will speak at Bitcoin.com’s upcoming Blockchain: Money Conference in London. McAfee is a big supporter of cryptocurrency solutions and distributed ledger technology. Also read: IWF Partnering with Bitcoin Startup a ‘Major Step’ in Crimefighting MGT Capital Investments John McAfee to Speak at Blockchain: Money London
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Major Hong Kong Lenders Plot Blockchain Mortgage System Launch
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 21:22
A group of banks in Hong Kong are reportedly developing a system that uses blockchain tech to share information about mortgage valuations.
Source
Chronicled Demos Blockchain-Connected Delivery Drone
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 18. 21:00
Blockchain-based startup Chronicled recently revealed a drone prototype with interoperability between the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain. The firm released a video of a drone that is registered to a public blockchain with a BLE identity chip, allowing it to self-automate package delivery. Also read: Revolutionary Protocol: The Emergence of Bitcoin Blockchain, Drones, and the Internet of
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More Than 100 Blockchain Pilots Underway at Tata IT Consultancy
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 18:46
The leader of one of India’s biggest IT services firms said that his company is pursuing a wide range of potential blockchain applications.
Source
Ransomware Fines Could Cost UK Business £122bn
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 18. 18:00
UK businesses could be liable for £122 billion in fines for cybersecurity breaches from 2018, as the debate on Bitcoin’s role in combating ransomware threats shows signs of change. Also read: IWF Partnering with Bitcoin Startup a ‘Major Step’ in Crimefighting ‘Stratospheric’ Fines Reveal Scale of Cybersecurity and Ransomware Problems Despite the looming fear of Brexit, from 2018 the country
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European Central Bank Pushes for Tighter Control of Digital Currencies
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 17:11
The ECB said that digital currencies like bitcoin pose a potential threat to its ability to manage monetary policy.
Source
European Central Bank Pushes for Tighter Control on Digital Currencies
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 17:11
The ECB said that digital currencies like bitcoin pose a potential threat to its ability to manage monetary policy.
Source
European Central Bank Pushes for Tighter Digital Currency Control
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 17:11
The ECB said that digital currencies like bitcoin pose a potential threat to its ability to manage monetary policy.
Source
Symbiont Unveils ‘Assembly’ Blockchain for Enterprise
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 16:00
Symbiont publicly launches its secretive Assembly blockchain along with newly revealed details about how it operates.
Source
Blockchain Biometrics Startup Raises $3 Million in New Funding
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 14:32
A startup aiming to bridge the worlds of blockchain tech and biometric security has raised $3m in new funding.
Source
Deloitte’s Catalyst Taps Emerging Technologies’ Power
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 18. 14:00
The “Big Four” multinational professional services firm Deloitte now focuses on machine learning, blockchain technology, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The company also announced it’s forming “Deloitte Catalyst” to harness these powerful innovations for its business and clientele. Also read: Deloitte: Bitcoin Is Vital to Understanding the Blockchain Deloitte Catalyst: Over 50 Cutting-Edge Use Cases The company says
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Funderbeam Raises $2.6 Million for Angel Investing Innovation
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 18. 12:00
Funderbeam, a new blockchain angel investing platform utilizing blockchain tech, has come to fruition with a former CEO of Nasdaq Tallinn Stock Exchange at the helm . Also read: How 2016 Nobel Economic Prize Winners Influenced Smart Contracts Building a Blockchain-based “Stock Exchange for Startups” The London-based investment platform, founded in Estonia in 2013, is “where companies
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Accept Bitcoin – All-mints.com Marketplace with Growing Vendors in Computers, Electronics, Perfume, Shoes, Bags more
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 18. 09:00
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! All-mints.com is a growing marketplace with Vendors that accept Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin and Altcoin Cryptocurrencies for all their products with competitive pricing. Shoppers/Community members earn All-mints.com Coins Royalty Points for their Purchases on all products offered
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JP Morgan, Credit Suisse Among 8 in Latest Bank Blockchain Test
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 05:28
Axoni partners with JP Morgan and Credit Suisse to build a blockchain-based equity swaps processing prototype.
Source
Hopes Are High The Next Ethereum Hard Fork Won't Be Like the Last
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 04:46
Optimism is high ahead of an ethereum network upgrade developers hope will solve "critical" network health issues.
Source
Hopes Are High Tomorrow's Ethereum Fork Won't Be Like the Last
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 18. 04:46
Optimism is high ahead of an ethereum network upgrade developers hope will solve "critical" network health issues.
Source
Inside Fintech Conference Heads to Seoul This December
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 18. 01:03
The Inside Fintech Conference and Expo is coming to Seoul, South Korea December 8-9, bringing an agenda filled with blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and financial technology. Also read: Russian Govt Regulator Launches Blockchain Project with Sberbank Inside Fintech Seoul, South Korea December 8-9 Rising Media, Inc. and 3DR Holdings have announced the Inside Fintech conference at
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Bitcoin Scaling Solution SegWit Gets Possible Release Date
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 17. 23:13
Bitcoin Core developers are setting the launch pad for SegWit, a proposed solution to scaling the bitcoin network.
Source
Bank Trials Show India's Blockchain Interest on the Rise
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 17. 20:54
Two banks in India have reportedly partnered on a series of blockchain trials aimed at testing the waters for potential new services.
Source
Bank Trials Show India's Blockchain Interest on Rise
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 17. 20:54
Two banks in India have reportedly partnered on a series of blockchain trials aimed at testing the waters for potential new services.
Source
#Bitcoin user in the #UK whose wallet shows value in GBP.
bitcoinful
2016. Oct. 17. 19:51
#Bitcoin user in the #UK whose wallet shows value in GBP.
Blockchain Trade Group Adds First Credit Union Member
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 17. 18:37
Digital Federal Credit Union has joined the Chamber of Digital Commerce, the Washington, DC-based blockchain trade organization.
Source
Blockchain Trade Group Adds First Credit Union
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 17. 18:37
Digital Federal Credit Union has joined the Chamber of Digital Commerce, the Washington, DC-based blockchain trade organization.
Source
BitPay Offers Financial Services to RT Following Bank Account Freeze
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 17. 17:36
BitPay CEO Tony Gallippi has offered ‘banking facilities’ to Russian state media outlet Russia Today (RT) after UK bank NatWest froze its accounts Monday. Also read: Russia ‘Asset Exchange’ Sees Real Estate On Sale For Bitcoin Gallippi To RT: ‘Learn To Use Bitcoin’ In an ongoing Twitter exchange involving RT presenter Max Keiser, himself a Bitcoin proponent, Gallippi
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Korean Credit Card Giant to Integrate Blockchain Identity Service
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 17. 16:39
South Korea’s largest credit card company is set to use a blockchain identity solution developed by local bitcoin startup Coinplug.
Source
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Launches Blockchain Voting Services
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 17. 15:00
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) announced its launch of blockchain-based voting services at the GITEX Technology Week. The event is taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from October 16 to 20. Also read: Australian Government Considers Blockchain Tech for Land Transport About ADX Blockchain eVoting Services ADX Blockchain eVoting Services could benefit companies’ shareholders. They
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Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange Launches Blockchain Voting Service
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 17. 14:52
A major securities exchange in Abu Dhabi has announced the launch of a blockchain-enabled voting system.
Source
Why Russia's Largest Bank is Worried About Blockchain's Dark Side
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 17. 14:04
Russia's largest bank discusses the future of financial intermediaries, and how blockchain could impact today's established order.
Source
Russia's Largest Bank is Worried About Blockchain's Dark Side
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 17. 14:04
Russia's largest bank discusses the future of financial intermediaries, and how blockchain could impact today's established order.
Source
Russia ‘Asset Exchange’ Sees Real Estate On Sale For Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 17. 12:00
As blockchain becomes increasingly accepted in Russia, Bitcoin itself is starting to catch up. For the first time, a real estate agency is offering a property for BTC as an ‘asset exchange.’ Also read: Russian Govt Regulator Launches Blockchain Project with Sberbank A Russian Apartment for 77 Bitcoins October 3 saw what is likely the first ever official Russian real
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How 2016 Nobel Economic Prize Winners Influenced Smart Contracts
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 17. 03:49
The Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences 2016 will go to professors Oliver Hart and Bengt Holmström, for their transformative work on contract theory. In doing so, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences recognizes how important contracts are in helping modern society function. Also read: EU’s Biggest Insurer Allianz Successfully Tests Smart Contracts The Power of
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. #Bitcoin via @kyletorpey
bitcoinful
2016. Oct. 17. 00:05
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. #Bitcoin via @kyletorpey
In China, Two Cities Mirror Blockchain-Bitcoin Divide
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 16. 18:36
A central divide in the blockchain industry is being mirrored in the startup cultures of two major cities.
Source
ZCoin Commits to Monthly Donations to Ross Ulbricht Defense
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 16. 18:09
Back in September, we reported on a new privacy-centric cryptocurrency called ZCoin. Since then, the digital asset has launched, and now trades on certain exchanges. Now, the core ZCcoin team is committing to a monthly donation to Ross Ulbricht charities. Also Read: Three Years After Ulbricht’s Arrest, Judges Re-Examine Silk Road Case ZCcoin Stands With Ross
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A Pitch Perfect Illustration of Blockchain Hype
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 16. 15:50
Craig Pirrong takes a hard look at the hype surrounding blockchain technology and finds that it isn't necessarily justified.
Source
Revolutionary Protocol: The Emergence of Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 16. 12:00
Bitcoin is a revolutionary protocol that is changing the way we understand and utilize money. Over the past few decades, sovereign wealth has deteriorated. Citizens have put too much faith in government-issued legal tender and the central banking system. After the financial crisis of 2007-08, a new idea was born into the world that gave the
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Blockchain Loyalty Scheme ‘Incent’ Attracts $600K in First Week of Crowdfund
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 16. 01:00
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! Incent attracted more than 1000 Bitcoins from investors in its first week of fundraising, enough to allow the project to get to market. The opening days of the crowdfund attracted 800 bitcoins and
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Twende App Delivers Blockchain Uber For Kenya Boda Boda Taxis
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 15. 21:00
A Dutch development worker is seeking to revolutionize Kenya’s motorcycle taxi market with Twende. It’s the latest implementation of Blockchain technology for the African nation. Also read: Bitcoin Helps Kenya as Tax Regulators Crack Down on Small Business CEO: Enthusiasm for Kenyan Boda Boda Uber ‘is Big’ Pieter Buikema’s Twende app aims to coordinate vast numbers of drivers to deliver
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How Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Startups Are Revolutionising Venture Capital
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 15. 18:39
William Mougayar argues that the traditional venture capital model is being quickly revolutionised by blockchain tech.
Source
How Blockchain Startups Are Revolutionizing Venture Capital
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 15. 18:39
William Mougayar argues that the traditional venture capital model is being quickly revolutionised by blockchain tech.
Source
These Two Firms Will Monitor Permissionless Blockchains
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 15. 18:00
Two tech firms are joining forces to improve cryptocurrency security and curb cyber crime. Skry and Terbium Labs announced their partnership to monitor public key transactions over the dark web. Also read: Satoshi Forest Permit Application Denied by Government Officials Again Skry & Terbium Labs Partner To Analyze Permissionless Blockchain Activity Back in April, blockchain analytics firm Coinalytics rebranded
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Appcoin Law, Part 1: ICOs the Right Way
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 15. 17:04
Marco Santori provides a basic primer on the state of US law as it applies to appcoins and ICOs.
Source
Appcoin Law: ICOs the Right Way
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 15. 17:04
Marco Santori provides a basic primer on the state of US law as it applies to appcoins and ICOs.
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Killing Japan’s Bitcoin Sales Tax: Breaking Down the Implications
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 15. 15:00
The Japanese Financial Services Agency (FSA) is set to hold an official meeting by the end of 2016 to end sales tax on Bitcoin. If passed, it will reduce prices at Japanese exchanges by 8%. National News Channels in Korea and Japan praised the FSA’s move. Also read: Russian Govt Regulator Launches Blockchain Project with Sberbank Earlier this
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Australian Government Considers Blockchain Tech for Land Transport
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 15. 12:00
The recently published Land Transport Regulation 2040 report by Australia’s National Transport Commission (NTC) suggested blockchain technology could change its existing transport model. Also read: Australia’s Treasurer: Progress Made to End Bitcoin Double Tax Transforming the Current Transport Model The National Transport Commission (NTC) is undertaking strategic work called Land Transport Regulation 2040. The aim is to
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ShapeShift Will Now Support Prediction Market Token REP
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 15. 01:00
The cryptocurrency asset exchange ShapeShift.io has announced it will integrate the Augur Reputation (REP) token. Now customers around the world can purchase and sell the first “oracle” cryptocurrency. Also Read: Satoshi Forest Permit Application Denied by Government Officials Again ShapeShift.io Will Now Support Augur’s REP Tokens On October 12, ShapeShift revealed it will support decentralized prediction market Augur’s native
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Russian Govt Regulator Launches Blockchain Project with Sberbank
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 14. 21:00
Russia’s Sberbank and the Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) have announced a pilot project to enable document exchange on the blockchain, one of the key technologies behind Bitcoin. Also read: Bitwalking and Nokia Partner to Raise Education Funds With Crypto ‘Digital Ecosystem’ Project Taps Blockchain Tech The “Digital Ecosystem” project aims to study distributed document storage. This can potentially make the process much
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Mercuria Chief: Blockchain Could Cut Oil Market Costs By 30%
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 14. 20:48
The chief executive of Mercuria, one of the world’s largest commodities traders, is bullish on blockchain.
Source
Ethereum to Hard Fork Two More Times Following Recent Attacks
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 14. 19:50
It seems the Ethereum community will be initiating a hard fork once again. Actually, make that two hard forks. In an official Ethereum blog post on October 13, developer Martin Swende announced the decision to hard fork due to malicious network attacks. Also read: Book of Orbs Wallet Can Manage, Trade In-Game Digital Assets Malicious Actors Attacking
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The Russian Government is Testing Blockchain for Document Storage
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 14. 18:06
A Russian government agency focused on anti-trust regulation is testing blockchain to exchange and secure documents.
Source
EverdreamSoft Makes Major Announcements Before ‘Spells’ Full Launch
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 14. 18:00
It’s been a busy few days for EverdreamSoft, makers of the highly-anticipated blockchain game, Spells of Genesis. In two separate announcements, the company revealed a partnership with the popular UK Channel 4 and launched a new Bitcoin.com trading card for Spells. Also read: Book of Orbs Wallet Can Manage, Trade In-Game Digital Assets EverdreamSoft Partners With Channel 4
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Russian Payments Firm QIWI Joins R3 Blockchain Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 14. 16:03
Russian payments firm QIWI has joined the R3 blockchain consortium.
Source
Dubai’s Role With Blockchain Technology’s Success Story
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 14. 14:00
Dubai‘s leaders are committed to researching and developing blockchain technology. For instance, the Crown Prince of Dubai wants all government documents held in a blockchain by 2020. Now the largest bank in Dubai, Emirates, has partnered with India’s ICICI on a remittance pilot based on distributed ledger protocols. Also read: Dubai Establishes Gov’t Backed ‘Blockchain Council’ Crown Prince
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ACI is Steadily Paving the Way for Central Bank Blockchains
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 14. 13:56
ACI's new central bank blockchain prototype demonstrates the potential for distributed ledgers to change global banking infrastructures.
Source
ACI is Paving the Way for Central Bank Blockchains
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 14. 13:56
ACI's new central bank blockchain prototype demonstrates the potential for distributed ledgers to change global banking infrastructures.
Source
Purse.io Partners With USendHome for International Buyers
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 14. 12:00
On October 13, Purse.io launched native international shipping support. This new development opens the door for more shoppers in areas Amazon does not serve. The new integration, with USendHome, caters to shoppers who want an in-app solution. USendHome also provides additional guarantees such as product pictures, advanced package tracking and fast shipping. Even better — they accept payment
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Blockchain Startup Contest – Call for applications
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 14. 09:00
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! The Blockchainhub Graz and industry partners initiated a Blockchain Startup Contest. 15.000 € in prize money will be given away within two categories, software and hardware startups. The application is still open until
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Blockchain.info Back Online, CEO Confirms a ‘Sophisticated’ DNS Attack
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 14. 01:30
An unknown attacker gained access to Blockchain.info’s DNS accounts yesterday, the company has confirmed. The attack, now resolved, caused Blockchain to go offline for several hours. Also read: Satoshi Forest Permit Application Denied by Government Officials Again Attacker Controlled DNS, Posted Phishing Site In a blog post, the company stated an attacker was able to change
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Blockchain Could Reshape Finance Admin, UK Risk Assessors Say
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 13. 23:14
A risk assessment agency within the UK government recently published comments on blockchain technology.
Source
Scorechain Forms Research Group for Blockchain in the Fund Industry
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 13. 21:00
Luxembourg-based blockchain company Scorechain has announced a new initiative, comprising ten organizations, to explore blockchain technology benefits for the local fund industry. Also read: Blockchain Surveillance is Accelerating Privacy Tool Development Scorechain first entered the Bitcoin space in 2014, launching the bitcoin wallet Yallet. Then in 2015 the company raised a $570,000 seed round, aiming to provide compliance and regulatory solutions in
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Satoshi Forest Permit Application Denied by Government Officials Again
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 13. 19:18
The Bitcoin-funded Sean’s Outpost is having a hard time trying to keep Satoshi Forest running. Escambia County officials in Florida have cited the premises for many violations, and have asked the residents to vacate. More recently, county officials asked Sean’s Outpost to apply to the developer’s board, only to be denied once again. Also Read: Free
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UN Considers Blockchain in Search for Sustainability Solutions
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 13. 19:10
Blockchain is set to be discussed during a meeting at the United Nations today centered on sustainable development.
Source
Could Bitcoin Be the Future of Blockchain Post Trade?
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 13. 18:10
Conventional thinking about blockchain technology's use in stock markets may be wrong, according to one academic.
Source
Book of Orbs Wallet Can Manage, Trade In-Game Digital Assets
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 13. 18:00
Indiesquare and EverdreamSoft are releasing “Book of Orbs,” a mobile wallet they designed specifically to manage various in-game blockchain assets. Also read: Spells of Genesis Game Resets for Further Development Game Asset Trading and Information The mobile app allows players to collect, view and trade items for games such as Spells of Genesis (SoG). They can
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Blockchain Stock Market Startup Funderbeam Raises $2.6 Million
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 13. 17:18
A startup headquartered in London is using blockchain to power a next-generation stock market has raised $2.6m in new venture funding.
Source
Ripple CEO Calls for Next President to Appoint FinTech Advisor
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 13. 16:07
Ripple CEO Chris Larson argues the next US President should appoint a 'FinTech' advisor to look into blockchain technology.
Source
Polish Parliament Holds Public Consultation on Cryptocurrency
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 13. 14:25
The Polish Parliament has held the country's first public consultation meeting devoted solely to digital currency and blockchain technology issues.
Source
Bitwala Releases Pioneering ‘Siri For Bitcoin’ Lolabot
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 13. 14:00
International remittance service Bitwala has released Lolabot, a crypto education tool based on artificial intelligence. It claims this is the world’s first “Siri for Bitcoin.” Also read: Closing The Circle: Bitcoin And Remittances Lolabot ‘Hopes to Answer Every Possible Bitcoin Question’ Lolabot, named after the Bitwala office’s resident pet bulldog, uses voice recognition and “natural language processing” among
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SEC Seeks More Comments on Winklevoss Bitcoin ETF
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 13. 13:33
The US Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking more public comments as it weighs whether to approve a bitcoin ETF.
Source
SEC Seeks Additional Comment on Winklevoss Bitcoin ETF
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 13. 13:33
The US Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking more public comments as it weighs whether to approve a bitcoin ETF.
Source
Kim Dotcom: Bitcache Will Be ‘Off Chain Due to Limitations’
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 13. 12:00
Kim Dotcom has told the public many times that Bitcoin will be an integral part of Mega Upload 2 and Bitcache. Now, with the help from BnkToTheFuture, Dotcom is raising funds to scale the project. According to Max Keiser, the project is nearing 50 percent of its $1 million minimum goal. Also read: Kim Dotcom’s Mega
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Bitcoin Awakens Event Series Partners With The Central Texas Food Bank
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 13. 11:00
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! Bitcoin Event to Donate Proceeds to the Central Texas Food Bank AUSTIN, TX – Austin based event company Cyberfunks Alliance (“Cyberfunks“) is pleased to announce their partnership with the Central Texas Food Bank
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So, It Looks Like Ethereum is Going to Have to Fork Again...
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 23:55
Ethereum is planning for another hard fork to foil an ongoing series of attacks on the network.
Source
New UN Chief Can Tackle World Problems by Promoting Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 12. 21:00
Colossal challenges await Antonio Guterres, the newly appointed United Nations Secretary-General. He must ensure the UN works toward eradicating poverty and achieving world peace, human development, social equity, and justice. Additionally, Guterres needs to promote freedom of Internet access, financial inclusion for billions of people, and the establishment of a technologically-driven universal currency. Also Read:
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Japan to Drop 8% Bitcoin Sales Tax
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 20:33
The government of Japan is reportedly planning to exempt bitcoin and other virtual currencies from a national sales tax.
Source
Emirates, ICICI Complete Cross-Border Blockchain Transaction
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 18:08
Major banks in Dubai and India have embarked on a series of blockchain trials with the help of Infosys.
Source
Emirates NBD, ICICI Complete Cross-Border Blockchain Transaction
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 18:08
Major banks in Dubai and India have embarked on a series of blockchain trials with the help of Infosys.
Source
John Kerry Hints Bitcoin Training is Underway at US Embassies
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 17:17
Officials at US foreign embassies may be training up on bitcoin.
Source
When or If? Deloitte Study Explores Blockchain Loyalty Programs
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 16:05
A new report from Deloitte explores the application of blockchain to loyalty rewards programs.
Source
Double Standards? The Coming Push for Blockchain Interoperability Could Get Messy
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 15:31
Startups, standards bodies and corporations are all playing a role in the ongoing debate over blockchain standards.
Source
Double Standards: The Coming Push for Blockchain Interoperability Could Get Messy
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 15:31
Startups, standards bodies and corporations are all playing a role in the ongoing debate over blockchain standards.
Source
Double Standards: The Coming Push for Blockchain Interoperability
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 15:31
Startups, standards bodies and corporations are all playing a role in the ongoing debate over blockchain standards.
Source
Bitcoin Has a New Top Dark Market
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 15:02
A new study by a blockchain analytics firm has identified the most popular dark web markets.
Source
Monero: The Ups and Downs of an Anonymous Currency
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 12. 14:00
Anonymous cryptocurrency Monero has jumped in value over the past couple of months. More recently though, the price has declined from its highs as the community experienced unexpected rumors. Throughout this, Monero has remained a valued asset with the sixth–highest market capitalization. It also continues to have significant trading volume. Also Read: Free Keene Launches Bitcoin Radio Commercials The Oasis Exit Scam
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Wells Fargo Develops Blockchain Banking Prototype
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 12. 13:06
Wells Fargo, ANZ and Swift, recently completed a blockchain prototype aimed at the correspondent banking business.
Source
Bitwalking and Nokia Partner to Raise Education Funds With Crypto
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 12. 12:00
UK startup Bitwalking, whose app allows users to generate cryptocurrency by simply walking, is partnering with Nokia on a crypto-based fundraising drive. Also read: BitGive: Charity 2.0 Platform Will ‘Revolutionize Philanthropy’ Bitwalking CEO: Nokia Partnership ‘Vote of Confidence’ The Nokia-sponsored Walk for Cause event will run in tandem with the Futurecom Conference in Sao Paulo, October 17–20. Participants
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Bitcoin.com Podcast: Arthur Hayes, CEO BitMex
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 12. 04:46
The latest Bitcoin.com podcast is out! In this episode, host Gavin Knight talks to Arthur Hayes, co-founder and CEO of Bitcoin retail trading platform BitMEX. Also read: Free Keene Launches Bitcoin Radio Commercials Hayes previously worked for Deutsche Bank and Citibank in Hong Kong as an exchange-traded fund market maker. In 2013, he decided to use
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Bitcoin's Price Just Got its Groove Back
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 11. 23:38
Bitcoin prices surged 11th October, breaking past resistance as the market regained its confidence.
Source
Bitcoin Gets its Groove Back as Price Resistance Breaks
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 11. 23:38
Bitcoin prices surged 11th October, breaking past resistance as the market regained its confidence.
Source
Augur's Troubled Token Launch Highlights 'Appcoin' Pitfalls
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 11. 21:33
Augur came out of the gates strong, but quickly saw a sharp decline in price.
Source
Free Keene Launches Bitcoin Radio Commercials
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 11. 21:00
New Hampshire’s Free Keene community recently announced a historic Bitcoin radio ad campaign. The libertarian-based organization wants to spread more cryptocurrency adoption, savings, and other benefits through advertisements on “The Peak” radio. Also Read: Rare Pepe Gets Blockchained, Made Into Tradable Counterparty Tokens Free Keene Launches Bitcoin Radio Ads On ‘The Peak’ Radio Station Free Keene is a well-known New
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Signatura Opens Authentication With Bitcoin to the Public
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 11. 19:00
Certificate Authorities for HTTPS, PGP authentication and multi-signature cryptographic notarizing can now be done on top of Bitcoin, thanks to Signatura. Also read: ViaBTC Mines First Bitcoin Unlimited 2MB Block, Allocates Full Hashpower Digital Notary Service Now Open to the Public The Buenos Aires Bitcoin Center in Argentina developed Signatura.co, a digital notary and authentication service on top of
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Bitcoin Price Breakout Begins: $630 and Beyond
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 11. 18:00
The price of bitcoin has been steadily riding up the ascending channel pattern over the past week. Over the course of the early morning on October 11, the cryptocurrency’s value has finally had a breakout, trending upwards to a high of $636 USD. Also read: Cannabis Strains on Bitcoin’s Blockchain a Relief for Patients, Growers Bitcoin
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Gold Trading Gains Momentum With ‘Big Four’ Blockchain Partnership
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 11. 17:02
Global consultancy EY and New York blockchain startup Paxos are partnering on new solutions for the gold market.
Source
Momentum Grows for Blockchain Gold Markets with 'Big Four' Partnership
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 11. 17:02
Global consultancy EY and New York blockchain startup Paxos are partnering on new solutions for the gold market.
Source
Why Tech Giant Ericsson Wants Blockchain 'Fingerprints' in the Cloud
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 11. 15:37
Swedish telecom company Ericsson has been pursuing applications of blockchain in a bid to secure cloud-based data.
Source
Is Blockchain Beating Bitcoin? TechCrunch's New Series Weighs In
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 11. 15:05
What is the blockchain? Where did bitcoin come from? And what is a bitcoin miner? TechCrunch's new web series explores.
Source
Digital Asset Latest to File Blockchain Patent Application
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 11. 14:01
Digital Asset Holdings' patent application reveals new details about how its blockchain product will work.
Source
BEN Pays Students Bitcoin to Take New Blockchain Class
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 11. 12:00
The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) has had a busy fall semester introducing, educating, and giving away Bitcoin. The initiative believes wholeheartedly that students should understand cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Now the organization is ramping up its efforts to educate the academic masses, offering a bounty to students who help build a syllabus. Also read: Rare Pepe
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BEN Pays Students Bitcoin to Create Blockchain Course
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 11. 12:00
The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) has had a busy fall semester introducing, educating, and giving away Bitcoin. The initiative believes wholeheartedly that students should understand cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Now the organization is ramping up its efforts to educate the academic masses, offering a bounty to students who help build a syllabus. Also read: Rare Pepe
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ViaBTC Mines First Bitcoin Unlimited 2MB Block, Allocates Full Hashpower
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 11. 05:20
ViaBTC has mined its first official Bitcoin Unlimited block after confirming it allocated its entire hashing power to mining on the platform. Also read: Cannabis Strains on Bitcoin’s Blockchain a Relief for Patients, Growers ViaBTC’s First Bitcoin Unlimited Block ViaBTC is the fifth-largest mining pool in the world by hashrate distribution. It announced it had officially mined its first Bitcoin
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Cannabis Strains on Bitcoin’s Blockchain a Relief for Patients, Growers
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 10. 21:00
A dozen medicinal cannabis cultivators and processors have partnered with Medicinal Genomics to record and track the genetics of cannabis strains on the Bitcoin blockchain to ensure product consistency and quality. Also read: Rare Pepe Gets Blockchained, Made Into Tradable Counterparty Tokens Cannabis Strains on the Bitcoin Blockchain Medicinal Genomics (MGC) is no stranger to
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Scaling Bitcoin Milan: A Recap of the Conference’s Scalability Discussions
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 10. 18:16
Scaling Bitcoin 2016, “Retarget,” was held this past weekend on October 8-9 for the engineering and academic community. The event, created in 2015, offers the development community a place where they can discuss how to safely scale and decentralize the Bitcoin protocol. Also Read: Web2Web Distributes the Net With BitTorrent and Bitcoin In order to
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Bitcoin Mining is a Family Business for This Father and Son
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 10. 15:09
In Raleigh, North Carolina, a father-and-son team are bucking the trend of industrial bitcoin mining.
Source
Web2Web Distributes the Net With BitTorrent and Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 10. 15:00
A new project called Web2Web takes centralized servers out of the internet equation. The platform, using WebTorrent and Bitcoin, allows anyone on the net to create editable websites. Also Read: Three Years After Ulbricht’s Arrest, Judges Re-Examine Silk Road Case Decentralizing the Internet With Bitcoin and the Swarm WebTorrent gains more users every day. The platform is a
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Credit Unions Turn to Blockchain Amid Increasing Competition
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 10. 14:14
The credit union industry's distributed ledger initiative has sparked the interest of CUSOs, a group that has typically not collaborated much.
Source
John Bollinger: ‘Time is Near’ to Pay Attention to China Bitcoin Trading
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 10. 12:47
Economist John Bollinger has joined rising speculation that a sizable event is due in Chinese Bitcoin activity — but what kind? Also read: China’s Increasing Debt Burden Could Affect the Bitcoin Economy Bollinger: Time to ‘Pay Attention’ to Bitcoin/Yuan In a tweet Thursday, the father of the Bollinger Band stated “the time is near to pay
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Rare Pepe Gets Blockchained, Made Into Tradable Counterparty Tokens
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 10. 04:29
In December of 2013, Dogecoin took the crypto-community by storm, tethering a popular meme to an altcoin. This year, Rare Pepe assets are bringing the meme enthusiasm back, and Pepes are in high demand. Also read: Smithsonian Museum Features Bitcoin in Historical Money Exhibit What Happens When You Mix Rare Pepe Assets With Blockchain Technology Pepe the Frog
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Why Weight? Bitcoin Scaling is Moving Beyond Block Size
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 09. 19:28
Day two of Scaling Bitcoin in Milan showcased how bitcoin's technical community is trying to put the contentious "block size debate" in the rearview.
Source
Three Years After Ulbricht’s Arrest, Judges Re-Examine Silk Road Case
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 09. 18:58
On October 6, after spending three years behind bars, Ross Ulbricht returned to a Manhattan courtroom to face a panel of judges, who heard his defense team’s appeal of the double life sentence Ulbricht received over a year ago. Also Read: Bitcoin.com Mining Pool Hits Milestone, Gaining 1% Global Hashrate Three Judges Review the Ross Ulbricht Case A three-judge
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How Bots Are Fueling High-Speed Bitcoin Trading
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 09. 15:58
Cryptocurrency traders can potentially derive great benefit from algorithm trading in such a new market.
Source
IBM Invests $200M Into Blockchain and IoT Research at German Headquarters
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 09. 12:00
IBM is pushing for integration between the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain technology. The firm has invested $200 million USD in its Watson IoT headquarters in Munich, Germany, to research and develop the capabilities of these two innovations. Also read: Smithsonian Museum Features Bitcoin in Historical Money Exhibit IBM Injects $200M Into German IoT Branch
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Kraken Partners With The Economist for Investment Competition
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 09. 00:58
If you had $1 million to invest in Bitcoin and Ethereum, how would you buy, and why? This is the premise behind a new case study competition from Kraken, who partnered with The Economist to launch the program. Also read: Fed Governor: Blockchain Is a ‘Significant Development’ for Finance Kraken, a leading bitcoin exchange, has launched a
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What If One Bitcoin Isn't Like the Others? Fungibility Debated At Scaling Conference
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 08. 19:54
The fungibility of bitcoin emerged as a central topic of debate on day one of the annual Scaling Bitcoin conference in Milan.
Source
Bitcoin.com Mining Pool Hits Milestone, Gaining 1% Global Hashrate
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 08. 18:56
The Bitcoin.com mining pool is currently in private beta testing following its announcement on September 21, 2016. In just over two weeks, the mining pool has already established nearly 1 percent of the hashrate across all bitcoin miners in the world. Also Read: ‘Bitcoin Unlimited’ Reveals $500k Donation, Formal US Registration The mining pool was founded by Bitcoin.com
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Live Free or Mine: How Libertarians Fell in Love with Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 08. 16:37
Was bitcoin innately libertarian? Or did its users make it so? CoinDesk's Corin Faife analyzes the issues in this feature report.
Source
Smithsonian Museum Features Bitcoin in Historical Money Exhibit
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 08. 15:00
The Smithsonian Institute is currently showing its inaugural National Numismatic Collection “The Value of Money”, and Bitcoin is among the exhibits. Also read: Bitcoin Is the Fuel We Need for the Industrial Internet of Things Bitcoin Among the 400 Piece Smithsonian ‘Value of Money’ Collection Just recently on Reddit, someone shared some great snapshots of Bitcoin’s
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Fed Governor: Blockchain Is a ‘Significant Development’ for Finance
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 08. 12:00
The Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard said the private central bank is looking at blockchain technology. Also read: Can the Federal Reserve Really Save the US Economy? The Fed Focuses In On Blockchain The Federal Reserve has its eye on various blockchain technologies. Governor Lael Brainard spoke to guests at the Institute of International Finance in
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Bitcoin Helps Kenya as Tax Regulators Crack Down on Small Business
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 08. 03:13
Tax authorities in Kenya have fixed eyes on the country’s thousands of kiosks in its latest round of anti-tax evasion measures. The public reaction so far, however, has been strong. Also read: Kenya Bank Stops M-Pesa Loans Following Legislation Update Kenya Targets ‘Informal Sector’ Kenya has a high proportion of unbanked citizens, but also mobile micropayment transactions among
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Jaxx Adds REP to Wallet in New Partnership With Augur
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 08. 00:23
The multi-currency Jaxx wallet has announced yet another addition to its roster with Augur’s “REP” implementation. The wallet will be one of the first cryptocurrency platforms to offer REP storage. Alongside this news, Jaxx has been told by Apple that they have the green light to integrate Ethereum Classic as well. Also read: Roger Ver to
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The US Federal Reserve is ‘Paying Close Attention’ to Blockchain
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 07. 22:30
Federal Reserve governor Lael Brainard delivered a major speech on blockchain today.
Source
Blockchain Healthcare Conference Showcases Skepticism and Promise
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 07. 20:09
Blockchain's pie-in-the-sky optimism got some pushback during the Distributed: Health conference this week.
Source
Polish Gov’t ‘Highly Interested’ in Bitcoin, Meets with Local Community
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 07. 18:00
The Polish parliament held a first-of-its-kind open discussion on Bitcoin, on October 3rd, 2016. The meeting, broadcast live, gave attendees a chance to hear cryptocurrency experts voice their concerns and discuss the country’s current climate for cryptocurrency innovation. Also read: Roger Ver to Hold ‘Free Speech Party’ for Scaling Bitcoin Attendees Embrace Innovation or Risk Falling Behind Parliament
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Brave Offers First Bitcoin Micropayments to Publishers
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 07. 17:17
The Wall Street Journal was at the top of a list of websites that can now collect bitcoin from Brave on behalf of the browser's users.
Source
Bitcoin: Welcome to the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 07. 15:00
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is profoundly altering everything around us, even the way we live. This revolution promises to create greater efficiencies in all industry sectors and to spectacularly maximize human wellbeing. However, for the Fourth Industrial Revolution to be successful, an open, borderless, payment protocol must be in place. This protocol is Bitcoin. Also read:
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What's Left Before SegWit Goes Live
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 07. 13:42
After months of testing, bitcoin's big scaling upgrade is almost here.
Source
US Watchdog Excludes Virtual Currencies From Prepaid Card Rules
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 07. 12:00
The Chamber of Digital Commerce has welcomed a decision by the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to exclude virtual currency offerings from its tightened regulations on prepaid cards. Also read: The European Union looks to impose new AML rules for bitcoin exchanges and wallets CFPB: Virtual Currencies ‘Outside Scope’ of Prepaid Card Legislation The CFPB’s statement of
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Nasdaq Wants to Patent Blockchain Backups for Exchanges
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 07. 02:43
Nasdaq is looking to patent a way in which a blockchain can be used to record exchange transaction records.
Source
Roger Ver & Co. to Hold ‘Free Speech Party’ at Scaling Bitcoin Milan
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 07. 00:17
The Scaling Bitcoin workshop is coming to Milan from October 8-9. Hosted in the Politecnico di Milano Piazza Leonardo da Vinci in Milano, Italy, the workshop will showcase technical proposals for Bitcoin scalability solutions. On Saturday afternoon, Bitcoin investor Roger Ver and associates will host a “free speech party” for attendees — covering topics not approved by
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Roger Ver to Hold ‘Free Speech Party’ for Scaling Bitcoin Attendees
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 07. 00:17
The Scaling Bitcoin workshop is coming to Milan from October 8-9. Hosted in the Politecnico di Milano Piazza Leonardo da Vinci in Milano, Italy, the workshop will showcase technical proposals for Bitcoin scalability solutions. On Saturday afternoon, Bitcoin investor Roger Ver and associates will host a “free speech party” for attendees — covering topics not approved by
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Tierion Report: Separate Blockchain ‘Hype From Reality’
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 06. 22:11
Blockchain data verifier Tierion has released a new blockchain “healthcare” report seeking to offer a “balanced perspective” on the possibilities of the technology in the field. Also read: Gem Health Unveils Medical Management Blockchain Platform Tierion: ‘Separate Hype From Reality’ Tierion, which produced the report a year on from the start its blockchain healthcare project, seeks
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The FBI is Investigating a $1.3 Million Bitcoin Theft
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 06. 22:05
The FBI is investigating a report filed by an anonymous Bitfinex user alleging that funds were stolen from their account.
Source
Russian Central Bank Sends First Distributed Ledger Transactions
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 06. 20:54
Russia’s central bank said today that it has successfully completed a distributed ledger trial.
Source
So, Ethereum's Blockchain is Still Under Attack…
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 06. 19:05
What began over two weeks ago with spam attacks has escalated into a battle pitting ethereum developers against unknown antagonists.
Source
China’s Bitcoin Capital Flight Ramps up as FinTech Innovation Progresses
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 06. 18:33
More and more mainstream attention focuses on the potential use of bitcoin for capital flight in China — while blockchain breaks new ground. Also read: China’s Increasing Debt Burden Could Affect the Bitcoin Economy China Capital Flight in BTC ‘Makes Sense’ As growth in the world’s largest bitcoin-trading country slows, correlations in the USD price of the
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HitBTC Cryptocurrency Exchange Intensifies EUR & USD Depositing to Attract Mainstream Traders
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 06. 15:06
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! October 6, 2016 a well-established cryptocurrency exchange, HitBTC, publically increases support for EUR and USD depositing. From now on, all new registered users can easily pass the verification process, deposit fiats on their
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Scaling Bitcoin Preview: 5 Talks to Watch at Bitcoin's Big Summit
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 06. 15:02
Bitcoin's scaling conferences are known for spawning big ideas.
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MarsJoke Ransomware Defeated Due to Cryptographic Errors
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 06. 15:00
The MarsJoke ransomware, which attacks small .edu and .gov portals, has reportedly been cracked thanks to weaknesses in its cryptography, allowing victims to unlock previously encrypted files. Also read: Factom Secures $4.2m Series A Funding Deal with Tim Draper Research Team Breaks Ransomware’s Encryption An anti-ransom team at Kaspersky Lab consisting of three researchers — Anton Ivanov,
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United Nations Lab Testing Blockchain for Remittances
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 06. 14:43
The worldwide development network for the United Nations is pursuing a series of blockchain-focused projects.
Source
Federal Reserve Governor to Address Blockchain in New Speech
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 06. 13:49
Federal Reserve board member Lael Brainard is scheduled to issue new remarks on blockchain technology later this week.
Source
Exodus Wallet Now Has Built-in ShapeShift Trading
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 06. 12:00
Exodus, the multi-asset wallet with a strong design and usability emphasis, now includes ShapeShift built-in. This allows users to trade between blockchain assets without leaving the wallet app. Also read: Bruce Fenton Writes a Letter Against OneCoin, Industry Leaders Back Him In-App Trading ShapeShift.io announced the move on October 5, saying it had worked with Exodus
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Bruce Fenton Writes a Letter Against OneCoin, Industry Leaders Back Him
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 05. 23:09
During the fall months, there’s been a lot of talk surrounding the alleged OneCoin scam. Just recently, former Bitcoin Foundation director Bruce Fenton wrote a letter calling for authorities to look into this giant MLM “cryptocurrency.” Also read: Buyer Beware! The Definitive OneCoin Ponzi Exposé Bruce Fenton: A Letter Against OneCoin’s Activities In a written letter
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Demand for Zcash Mining Grows as Blockchain Launch Approaches
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 05. 22:18
With less than a month to go before its launch, momentum is continuing to build around the anonymous cryptocurrency Zcash.
Source
Bitcoin Lightning Payments Pass 'Milestone' With Blockstream Test
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 05. 18:17
Bitcoin's Lightning Network has passed another key milestone.
Source
Dutch Real Estate Firm ‘Blandlord’ to Sell Property With Bitcoin Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 05. 18:00
Holland has seen the launch of Blandlord.com, a shared property ownership site where proof of ownership is exclusively dealt with using the Bitcoin blockchain. Also read: Ubitquity Releases ‘Revolutionary’ Blockchain Real Estate Platform Blandlord CEO: €100 Million in Five Years Blandlord, the latest of several products from Dutch Blockchain startup Biccur, debuted September 14 with the
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Dubai's Crown Prince Wants All Government Documents on Blockchain By 2020
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 05. 17:40
The United Arab Emirates city of Dubai has announced plans to move all of its government documents to a blockchain by 2020.
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Dubai Wants All Government Documents on Blockchain By 2020
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 05. 17:40
The United Arab Emirates city of Dubai has announced plans to move all of its government documents to a blockchain by 2020.
Source
No R3: Overstock Plots Blockchain Consortium For 'Everyone Else'
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 05. 15:30
Online retail giant and upstart blockchain innovator Overstock has begun working to build its own blockchain consortium.
Source
If Only Spain Embraced Bitcoin and Zero Governance
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 05. 15:00
Since 2008 Spain has endured a prolonged economic recession, and at the moment the country is running without a government. However throughout this turbulence Spaniards are getting along just fine — Bitcoin is growing popular there and the economic downturn has spurred several fintech startups. Also read: Russia, South Africa Join to Develop Blockchain Tech Spains Lack of Governance Is Exciting
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Sydney Stock Exchange Completes Blockchain Prototype
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 05. 14:05
The Sydney Stock Exchange has successfully prototyped a blockchain for equity securities.
Source
How Switzerland's First Financial Markets Blockchain Was Born
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 05. 13:21
A prototype currently being developed by Six Securities provides one of the first examples of how FMIs are investigating blockchain.
Source
Bitcoin an Alternative to ‘Casino’ Central Bank Policies: Bill Gross
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 05. 12:00
Bitcoin and private blockchains offer an alternative to investors losing faith in centrally planned economic models, said billionaire investor Bill Gross. He warned that these central bank policies around the world “threaten capitalism” and real growth. Also read: Janet Yellen’s Next Big Idea: Use Fed Money to Pump Stocks Directly The high-profile fund manager and
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Factom Secures $4.2m Series A Funding Deal with Tim Draper
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 05. 10:00
Blockchain data securing company Factom announced today it has secured a Series A equity funding round worth $4.2 million. Notable bitcoin and blockchain investor Tim Draper of Draper Associates led the round. Also read: Richard Branson: Blockchain Is an ‘Economic Revolution’ CEO and co-founder Peter Kirby said Austin-based Factom is “delighted” to have an investor of Draper’s
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Tim Draper Leads $4.2 Million Series A for Blockchain Startup Factom
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 05. 03:06
Blockchain startup Factom has raised a $4.2m in new funding as part of a newly announced Series A.
Source
An Interview With Silk Network Developer Spencer Lievens
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 05. 01:00
Anonymous cryptocurrencies are a hot topic these days, as many are trying to lead the pack in this category. Digital currencies such as Monero, Dash, and Shadowcash have been increasingly growing in value. Now, another privacy-centric currency has entered the space: DarkSilk (DSLK). This project claims to bring more privacy to the crypto-landscape. Also read: JP Morgan’s
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JP Morgan’s Ethereum-Based Quorum Gets Mixed Reception
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 04. 21:51
Ethereum has become the latest focus of attention of global banking conglomerate JP Morgan, which has unveiled its latest blockchain-based product. Also read: JP Morgan: Blockchain is the Real Deal, Get Off the Sidelines Quorum by JP Morgan: ‘A New Set Of Consensus Rules’ Quorum is a publicly available system JP Morgan is developing as a
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Factom Secures Series A Funding Deal with Tim Draper
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 04. 21:00
Blockchain data securing company Factom announced today it has secured a Series A equity funding round. Notable bitcoin and blockchain investor Tim Draper of Draper Associates led the round. Also read: Richard Branson: Blockchain Is an ‘Economic Revolution’ Austin-based Factom did not disclose the amount it raised. However, CEO and co-founder Peter Kirby said his firm
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Bill Gross: 'Casino' Markets Are Pushing Investors to Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 04. 20:57
Risky markets and incapable central banks could drive investors into the arms of bitcoin, asset manager Bill Gross opined in a recent note.
Source
Bill Gross: Central Banks Are Pushing Investors to Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 04. 20:57
Risky markets and incapable central banks could drive investors into the arms of bitcoin, asset manager Bill Gross opined in a recent note.
Source
IBM Invests $200 Million in Blockchain-Powered IoT Office
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 04. 20:12
IBM’s previously announced work intersecting blockchain and AI is moving forward with the establishment of a new work center in Germany.
Source
IBM Invests $200 Million in Blockchain-Powered IoT
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 04. 20:12
IBM’s previously announced work intersecting blockchain and AI is moving forward with the establishment of a new work center in Germany.
Source
Russia, South Africa Join to Develop Blockchain Tech
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 04. 18:00
At the recent Sibos event in Geneva, several organizations showed off blockchain prototypes and had plenty of discussion regarding the technology. During the event, Russia’s National Settlement Depository (NSD) and South Africa’s Central Securities Depositories (CSDs) signed a letter of intent to begin initiatives using distributed ledger protocols. Also read: A Decentralized Money Needs A Distributed Web for
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Scams or Not, Crypto Tokens Have History on Their Side
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 04. 17:00
Blogger Alex Millar looks at how new technologies are evolving to circumvent problems with well-meaning but restrictive financial regulations.
Source
Jerry Brito Leads Task Force of Lawyers Focusing on Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 04. 15:00
50 attorneys have joined forces to form another blockchain industry advocacy group. The Digital Currency and Ledger Defense Coalition (DCLDC) will focus its efforts on legal issues that surround the digital currency and blockchain environment. Also read: A Decentralized Money Needs A Distributed Web for Maximum Freedom 50 Legal Experts Join Forces to Protect Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Participants The
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Why CGI is Doubling Down on Ripple's Distributed Ledger Tech
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 04. 13:57
A deep dive in how CGI is turning its Ripple validator node into an offering for 2,500 financial clients.
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Why CGI Doubled Down on Ripple's Distributed Ledger Tech
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 04. 13:57
A deep dive in how CGI is turning its Ripple validator node into an offering for 2,500 financial clients.
Source
Janet Yellen’s Next Big Idea: Use Fed Money to Pump Stocks Directly
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 04. 12:00
In the decade since the Global Financial Crisis, we’ve seen all sorts of schemes designed to show that everything’s really OK. Bail-outs, bail-ins, quantitative easing, zero and negative interest rates, even hints at helicopter money. The U.S. Federal Reserve’s latest thought-bubble is buying shares on the stock market. All these plans have one big things in common,
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Richard Branson: Blockchain Is an ‘Economic Revolution’
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 04. 01:00
Virgin Group founder and billionaire entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson is a huge supporter of blockchain technology. While talking to the press on October 3, Branson said the tech could bring an “economic revolution” to many nations worldwide. Also read: A Decentralized Money Needs A Distributed Web for Maximum Freedom Sir Richard Branson Praises Blockchain Land Registry Bitcoin
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The Full Lineup for Scaling Bitcoin is Now Available
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 03. 21:54
The event schedule for next week's Scaling Bitcoin conference is now available.
Source
EU Parliament Paper Explores Bitcoin-Powered Elections
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 03. 21:12
A think tank run by the European Parliament recently released a discussion paper on blockchain-based elections.
Source
DECENT Partners With Major Adult Film Producer for Privacy Pilot
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 03. 21:00
Decentralized content distribution startup DECENT has partnered with adult entertainment portal Naughty America in an attempt to break new ground in privacy and content protection. Also read: FBI Director: ‘There’s No Such Thing As Absolute Privacy’ DECENT: Blockchain Can Relieve ‘Plagued’ Industry The move, first announced in a press release on October 2, will see joint research and a
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Hyperledger Launches Blockchain Working Group for Healthcare
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 03. 18:42
Hyperledger announces a new blockchain healthcare working group with Kaiser Permanente and five other companies as inaugural members.
Source
Bitcoin Liberation: Reject the Plastic Card and Embrace Innovation
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 03. 18:00
Consumers do not want to use plastic money, and are enthusiastic about innovation. Technology and globalization are propelling a huge shift in consumer behavior. Consumers demand more digitalization in all areas of their life while protecting security and privacy, a Mastercard study found. Coincidentally, this phenomenon converges with the increasing use of the cryptocurrency Bitcoin and the
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Adam Back Appointed Blockstream CEO in Leadership Shake-Up
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 03. 17:59
Bitcoin startup Blockstream has a new CEO.
Source
50 Attorneys Form Blockchain Legal Defense Coalition
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 03. 17:01
A group of 50 leading blockchain legal experts has launched the Digital Currency and Ledger Defense Coalition.
Source
JPMorgan is Quietly Developing a Private Ethereum Blockchain
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 03. 15:50
Wall Street megabank JPMorgan has co-developed a permissioned version of the Ethereum network.
Source
JP Morgan is Quietly Developing a Private Ethereum Blockchain
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 03. 15:50
Wall Street megabank JP Morgan has co-developed a permissioned version of the Ethereum network.
Source
SingularDTV Raises $7.5M to Incentivize Creative Output
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 03. 15:00
A project called SingularDTV aims to be the first decentralized blockchain-powered TV and film platform. The team behind SingularDTV has just wrapped up its ICO, raising over 7.5 million USD in Ether in less than half an hour. Also read: A Decentralized Money Needs A Distributed Web for Maximum Freedom SingularDTV Targets Centralized Giants Like YouTube and
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R3 Adds Bitcoin Exchange Veteran to Research Lab
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 03. 14:16
Former itBit client group director Antony Lewis has officially joined banking consortium R3.
Source
Why Broadridge is Investing Millions in Blockchain Voting
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 03. 13:38
The same week Broadridge invested $95m to build blockchain applications it hosted a breakfast with 50 of it clients including Credit Suisse and more.
Source
Dotcom’s MegaUpload 2 Will Be ‘Dropbox Without Ability to Read Your Files’
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 03. 13:03
Kim Dotcom and BnkToTheFuture today announced the reincarnation of MegaUpload, along with development and software-as-a-service tool Bitcache. Also read: Kim Dotcom’s Mega & Bitcoin ‘Baby’ Will Be Born This January MegaUpload 2: ‘Dropbox Without File Reading Or Hacking’ In its pitch on BnkToTheFuture today, MegaUpload 2 (MU2) describes itself as “a privacy-centric file sharing and storage platform that
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Bitcoin ATMs Are Popping Up in Great Numbers Across the US
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 03. 12:00
Since the beginning of the summer, there’s been an influx of Bitcoin ATMs (or “BTMs”) installed across the US. The past few months saw almost 20 new machines appear. Also read: The Bitcoin ATM: The Improved Teller Machine EasyBit Adds Six BTMs Across the US The EasyBit BTM network announced it has installed six new machines across four states. Headquartered in
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Bitcoin Provisions in the North Carolina Money Transmitter Act
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 02. 19:01
An expert provides an overview of new cryptocurrency provisions recently added to the Money Transmitter Act in North Carolina.
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ICO Fever: How Crowdsales Are Taking Over Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 02. 18:00
Cryptocurrency crowdsales, or Initial Coin Offerings (ICO), can be a contentious subject. But there are a lot of ICOs on the crypto-landscape lately. Many exist on larger platforms, such as Bitshares and Ethereum. Also read: An In Depth Interview With OpenBazaar’s Chris Pacia Crowdsales & ICOs Are Growing More Popular Lately, in the cryptocurrency news cycle, all you
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Could Rising Interest Rates Threaten Bitcoin Prices?
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 02. 17:18
Could rising interest rates impact bitcoin? CoinDesk's Charles Bovaird explores.
Source
‘The’ Blockchain Vs. ‘A’ Blockchain: Setting the Record Straight
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 02. 15:00
Incumbent businesses focus on blockchains because they see an opportunity to usurp Bitcoin without being disrupted. Meanwhile, Bitcoin remains years ahead as the most secure and immutable blockchain of them all. Also read: ‘Monetary Xenophobia’: Norway’s Biggest Bank Pulls Bitcoin Account Blockchain is Just One Component Nearly everyone, from big banks to national governments, has experimented with blockchains in the past year
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Akasha Wants to Put Social Media on the Ethereum Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 02. 12:00
There’s been a lot of focus on cryptocurrency social media platforms lately. Now, a new application is coming to the market called Akasha, which aims to launch its alpha release this month. Also read: Decentralized eSports Platform FirstBlood Raises $5.5 Million in Minutes Centralized Social Media Soon to Be a Memory The past few months have
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A Decentralized Money Needs A Distributed Web for Maximum Freedom
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 02. 01:00
Developers in the cryptocurrency environment are talking about a new kind of internet. Organizations from ConsenSys to OpenBazaar have mentioned a project called the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) — a project that aims to create a distributed web, much different to the one we use today. Also read: The Digital Revolution Increases Sovereignty IPFS Seeking to Evolve the
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What Is Social Media’s Role in the Cryptocurrency World?
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 01. 21:00
Social media is a big part of our lives, and the existence of these platforms has bolstered cryptocurrency in a unique way. A lot of Bitcoin’s value derives from how we envision it within the depths of the internet. The advent of social media has pushed this value further with forums, Facebook, Twitter, Internet Relay
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Why Blockchain Won’t Disrupt Banks First
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 01. 18:17
Despite the promise that blockchain holds for banking, the sector will likely not be first to put the burgeoning technology into real-world action.
Source
Power of the Meme: How Bitcoin Breaks the Snail Pace of Tech Innovation
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 01. 18:00
Growth in the financial technology sector has been stagnant. Things have evolved at a snail’s-pace. However, believe it or not, this pace is being broken by the power of the meme. Also read: Gartner Exclusive: Blockchain Is ‘Over-Hyped’ People are still using credit cards and payment systems created in the 1950’s. They are also reliant on central banks to
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Bitcoin Defender Speaks Out at London Blockchain Event
CoinDesk
2016. Oct. 01. 16:59
Simon Dixon, CEO of BnktotheFuture, lays out his vision for blockchain startups and makes the case for bitcoin.
Source
Blockchain-Based Gold Settlement is Coming to London
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 01. 15:00
Fintech company Paxos has partnered with the Euroclear team to bring blockchain-based gold settlement to the London Bullion Market. The project, called Euroclear Bankchain, aims to leverage blockchain technology to make post-trade settlement more efficient. Also read: Top 10 Killer Apps for Bitcoin: Ideas That Can Change the World London Bullion Market Will Get Its First
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Glasgow University to Build dApps With Maidsafe as Part of New Course
Bitcoin News
2016. Oct. 01. 12:00
Students from Glasgow University’s computer science wing have initiated a research and development exploratory course with Maidsafe. Academic alumni will develop with the SAFE (Secure Access For Everyone) Network to create next-generation internet applications. Also read: Spain Wants to Tax Bitcoin Miners 47% After a Decade of R&D, University of Glasgow Students Will Explore the Maidsafe Network
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