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2016. Nov. 30. 23:41
The IRS can serve bitcoin and ether exchange startup Coinbase with a summons for information about its users, a federal judge has ordered.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 23:41
The IRS can serve bitcoin and ether exchange startup Coinbase with a summons for information about its users, a federal judge has ordered.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 23:41
The IRS can serve bitcoin and ether exchange startup Coinbase with a summons for information about its users, a federal judge has ordered.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 23:00
Japan’s Blockchain Study Group, consisting of four large financial and accounting firms, today published a report on how blockchain technology will affect their industry. Local bitcoin exchange bitFlyer assisted the group by building an interbank transaction prototype. Also read: Legislator Mulls Regulation for Internet of Things Report Acknowledges Bitcoin’s Contribution The Blockchain Study Group (BSG) formed in
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2016. Nov. 30. 20:36
The Japan Exchange Group (JPX) has formed a consortium between several companies within its umbrella to test a blockchain proof-of-concept.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 20:36
The Japan Exchange Group (JPX) has formed a consortium between several companies within its umbrella to test a blockchain proof-of-concept.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 18:50
The State of Illinois today announced an ambitious plan to encourage government and private sector blockchain innovation.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 18:50
The State of Illinois today announced an ambitious plan to encourage government and private sector blockchain innovation.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 18:50
The State of Illinois today announced an ambitious plan to encourage government and private sector blockchain innovation.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 18:50
The State of Illinois today announced an ambitious plan to encourage government and private sector blockchain innovation.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 18:50
The State of Illinois today announced an ambitious plan to encourage government and private sector blockchain innovation.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 18:00
International whistleblowing organization WikiLeaks has published classified media and news leaks since it was founded in 2006. In 2011 – due to a payment blockade from traditional finance services – the nonprofit started accepting bitcoin. Since this time the group has accumulated a massive $2.9 million in bitcoin donations. WikiLeaks Has Raised 4,000 BTC in Donations WikiLeaks
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2016. Nov. 30. 17:42
Indian business conglomerate Mahindra Group is working with IBM to develop blockchain-based supply chain applications.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 15:46
Two "looming challenges" may stand between smart contract potential and actual widespread adoption.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 14:38
The Linux Foundation-led Hyperledger project has announced it now has 100 institutional members backing the open-source blockchain effort.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 14:00
What seemed like a Black Friday hack has revealed extortionists demanding bitcoin ransom. Last weekend, San Francisco public transit fare systems began to refuse commuters’ money. The hacker demanded 100 bitcoin from SFMTA to put its payment systems back in place to undo the revenue loss. Also read: Ransomware Fines Could Cost UK Business £122bn San Francisco Municipal Transportation
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2016. Nov. 30. 13:28
Ethereum will soon be getting a wallet with a WeChat-like interface.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 12:00
The German central bank Deutsche Bundesbank, in partnership with Deutsche Börse, has revealed a functional blockchain prototype that trades securities. The Deutsche Börse Group, a marketplace organizer for settling shares and other securities, said the platform is more efficient than traditional standards. Also read: Gambling-Inspired Bitcoin Chips May Appeal to Chinese Market German Central Bank Is Developing
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2016. Nov. 30. 10:35
R3CEV, the startup behind the global bank consortium focused on distributed ledger applications, has open sourced the code for its Corda platform.Source
2016. Nov. 30. 01:00
The largest engineering corporation in Europe Siemens AG has recently announced an energy collaboration with fintech startup LO3 Energy to create blockchain microgrids. The blockchain protocol aims to enable energy trades facilitated by a distributed ledger platform. Also read: Bitcoin and Its Blockchain Are Driving the Solar Energy Boom Siemens Pairs up With LO3 Energy
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2016. Nov. 29. 23:44
The price of ether (ETH) fell below $8 for the first time since April today, dropping to its lowest total in almost seven months. Overall, ether prices suffered slight fluctuations for the day's trading, falling to as little as $7.88 at 08:34 UTC. The decline in price followed a spate of tech challenges for the ethereum network, which recently suffered […]Source
2016. Nov. 29. 21:12
The government of the United Arab Emirates is sponsoring a virtual hackathon dedicated to blockchain, with $140,000 in prizes up for grabs.Source
2016. Nov. 29. 18:00
What makes a blockchain a blockchain? The Bitfury Group is now weighing in with its definition of one of the more often-debated words in the FinTech sector. As part of its recent shift toward enterprise blockchain services and consulting, the Bitfury Group's latest research paper, entitled 'On Blockchain Accountability', takes aim at this argument, aiming […]Source
2016. Nov. 29. 18:00
In October, using new techniques and new cyber weapons, attackers disrupted several major websites all over the U.S. As a result, legislators have been hearing calls for regulating the Internet of Things (IoT). In fact, the Chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee has shown an openness to regulating IoT devices. Also read: Blockchain Could
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2016. Nov. 29. 18:00
In October, using new techniques and new cyber weapons, attackers disrupted several major websites all over the U.S. As a result, legislators have been hearing calls for regulating the Internet of Things (IoT). In fact, the Chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee has shown an openness to regulating IoT devices. Also read: Blockchain Could
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2016. Nov. 29. 16:36
The operator of Europe’s largest shipping port is taking part in a new blockchain consortium focused on logistics.Source
2016. Nov. 29. 15:31
Financial technology firm Calypso has inked a deal with blockchain consortium R3 to develop applications for its Corda platform.Source
2016. Nov. 29. 15:00
While momentum for bitcoin as a consumer payment method has waned, Bitcoin Black Friday is still attracting attention from merchants its fifth year on. The event, a bitcoin version of the usually aggressive, post-Thanksgiving shopping spree, started in 2012 as what its founder Jon Holmquist calls "a half-baked idea". But that impromptu first year has blossomed […]Source
2016. Nov. 29. 15:00
While momentum for bitcoin as a consumer payment method has waned, Bitcoin Black Friday is still attracting attention from merchants its fifth year on. The event, a bitcoin version of the usually aggressive, post-Thanksgiving shopping spree, started in 2012 as what its founder Jon Holmquist calls "a half-baked idea". But that impromptu first year has blossomed […]Source
2016. Nov. 29. 15:00
Bitcoin.com recently chatted with the Omni Foundation’s Patrick Dugan about the project. Omni has launched another release cycle of the Omni Layer platform. The platform creates a layer over the Bitcoin blockchain, enabling various use cases for asset trading and creation. Dugan also discussed the new Bond platform which puts bearer bonds on the Bitcoin blockchain. Dugan gave us
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2016. Nov. 29. 13:45
The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published four applications filed by MasterCard related to its work with blockchain tech.Source
2016. Nov. 29. 12:00
Popular India-based Bitcoin company Unocoin has just announced the launch of its mobile applications for iOS and Android phones. Now users can buy, sell, send, receive directly from the device which should encourage more Bitcoin adoption within the country. Also read: India Encourages ‘Mission Mode’ Digital Currency Adoption New Mobile App to Attract ‘Mobile-Heavy Market’
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2016. Nov. 29. 09:08
Britain's ancient Royal Mint to launch blockchain trading of gold derivatives in cost cutting exercise.Source
2016. Nov. 28. 23:01
Bitcoin prices have now been above $500 for six consecutive months, CoinDesk's Bitcoin Price Index (BPI) reveals.Source
2016. Nov. 28. 21:40
The Swiss outfit of professional services firm EY is set to begin accepting bitcoin payments next year.Source
2016. Nov. 28. 21:40
The Swiss outfit of professional services firm EY is set to begin accepting bitcoin payments next year.Source
2016. Nov. 28. 21:01
Germany’s central bank has built a new blockchain prototype focused on securities trading and settlement.Source
2016. Nov. 28. 18:33
A Japanese insurance firm is reportedly planning to launch a new policy line aimed at bitcoin exchanges.Source
2016. Nov. 28. 18:00
Gambling is ingrained in Chinese culture and social interactions. These symbolic poker chip-influenced physical bitcoin chips may even drive up bitcoin value. Infiltration into the non-IT savvy Chinese market is fairly likely. Also read: Chinese exchange and mining company BTCC launches titanium physical bitcoin series BTCC has launched the “six color signature set” of physical bitcoin chips in six denominations.
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2016. Nov. 28. 16:45
Despite the size of the change, bitcoin businesses have yet to champion a newly introduced protocol upgrade.Source
2016. Nov. 28. 15:10
Indian bitcoin exchange Unocoin has launched a new mobile wallet app.Source
2016. Nov. 28. 14:25
William Mougayar provides valuable insight into how to evaluate an ICO by analyzing four main criteria.Source
2016. Nov. 28. 12:00
India’s Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said this week that banks should embrace the digital age and get into “mission mode.” The country has been in the headlines worldwide for its recent demonetization practices. The Finance Minister believes government needs to continue to discourage the use of physical currency. Also read: EY Switzerland Accepts Bitcoin and Installs ATM
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2016. Nov. 28. 08:21
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) is responsible for promoting investor protection, orderly markets and financial stability. At a blockchain conference last week in London, Patrick Armstrong, Senior Risk Analysis Officer, detailed ESMA’s approach to blockchain technology. One strategy he noted was to ban blockchain products or processes altogether. Also read: European Commission’s New Boost for
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2016. Nov. 28. 05:25
Noelle Acheson is a 10-year veteran of company analysis, corporate finance and fund management, and a member of CoinDesk's product team. The following article originally appeared in CoinDesk Weekly, a custom-curated newsletter delivered every Sunday, exclusively to our subscribers. After a week of rumors and speculation, this much we know: Goldman Sachs, Banco Santander and Morgan Stanley […]Source
2016. Nov. 28. 05:25
The departures by three of the blockchain consortium's larger members is being taken by some as a sign that blockchain enthusiasm is waning.Source
2016. Nov. 28. 05:25
The departures by three of the blockchain consortium's larger members is being taken by some as a sign that blockchain enthusiasm is waning.Source
2016. Nov. 27. 18:00
Big Four accounting firm EY (Ernst & Young) has just announced its Switzerland branch will be accepting bitcoin. Furthermore, the professional services company will install a bitcoin ATM in the main building of its Swiss office. Also read: Blockchain’s 10 Millionth Wallet And ‘Not Looking Back’ EY Switzerland Will Accept Bitcoin for Services EY Switzerland says the firm
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2016. Nov. 27. 16:10
Thinking of investing in Zcash? Here's what you need to know about the new, privacy-focused digital currency.Source
2016. Nov. 27. 12:00
In order to continue their fight for democracy, two Hong Kong politicians are accepting bitcoin donations. Leung Chung-Hang and Yau Wai-Ching were disqualified by the High Court over their oath-taking debacle last month, but plan to appeal. Also read: Free Ross-A-Thon Event Aims to Promote Freedom The duo are not giving up their quest for democratic rights — at
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2016. Nov. 27. 01:43
Toronto-based Equibit Development Corporation (EDC) is a blockchain-based securities register startup that just announced IT security expert John McAfee as an advisor. McAfee will be a senior advisor to the company’s security committee. Also read: Meet Bitcoin Unlimited Developer Andrew Stone Cryptographically-Secure Routing System on Multiple Blockchains Decentralized OTC securities platform company EDC uses blockchain technology
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2016. Nov. 26. 18:00
Central banks all over the world are exploring the possibilities of creating their own national digital currencies based on Bitcoin’s “blockchain” technology. This digital currency “movement” was first seen in Tunisia but has made its way to Ukraine, Senegal and Sweden. Also read: Ukraine Bank Roadmap: Blockchain-Based Payments by Q4 2017 Ukraine Joins the Blockchain Party Ukraine just joined a
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2016. Nov. 26. 18:00
Central banks all over the world are exploring the possibilities of creating their own national digital currencies based on Bitcoin’s “blockchain” technology. This digital currency “movement” was first seen in Tunisia but has made its way to Ukraine, Senegal and Sweden. Also read: Ukraine Bank Roadmap: Blockchain-Based Payments by Q4 2017 Ukraine Joins a Growing Number of Central Banks Considering
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2016. Nov. 26. 15:56
This week, bitcoin prices neared the annual high reached in June, while it was mixed news for other cryptocurrencies.Source
2016. Nov. 26. 15:56
This week, bitcoin prices neared the annual high reached in June, while it was mixed news for other cryptocurrencies.Source
2016. Nov. 26. 15:45
Ledger, the maker of the Nano USB hardware wallet, has announced a new high-end product aimed at enterprise users and savvy consumers.Source
2016. Nov. 26. 14:00
Bitcoin hardware wallet company Ledger has announced its Ledger Blue device is now available for pre-order. The device, similar in size to a smartphone, is packed with multiple features — in contrast to other security hardware devices. Also read: Meet Bitcoin Unlimited Developer Andrew Stone Ledger Blue the Result of Over Two Years’ Research and Development
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2016. Nov. 26. 12:00
The African country of Uganda may be regulating bitcoin and other virtual currencies shortly. According to a new report from the United Nations African Institute for the Prevention of Crime and the Treatment of Offenders (UNAFRI) the group is giving guidance on the regulation of virtual currencies within the region. Also read: Blockchain’s 10 Millionth Wallet
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2016. Nov. 26. 11:11
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2016. Nov. 25. 18:00
Canaan has just announced the launch of the new AvalonMiner 721 ROQ Solid Miner. Canaan says the AvalonMiner 721 miner offers some of the most top-of-the-line features in the mining device industry today. Also read: Blockchain’s 10 Millionth Wallet And ‘Not Looking Back’ 6 Terahash Per Second (THS) Average Consistent Hashrate Founded in 2013, Canaan
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2016. Nov. 25. 17:04
As many as seven members of the R3 banking consortium have yet to express interest in funding the startup's ongoing $150m funding round, leaked documents reveal. Released on PasteBin this morning (and confirmed by sources close to the deal), the text details a list of the banks that have expressed interest in participating in the […]Source
2016. Nov. 25. 17:04
The list of banks that have expressed interest in funding blockchain consortium startup R3 is now online.Source
2016. Nov. 25. 16:30
A hackathon held by Argentina's central bank shows that interest for blockchain is heating up in the one-time bitcoin hotbed.Source
2016. Nov. 25. 14:00
Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance has tailored coverage for bitcoin exchanges facing the risks of rampant cyber attacks. This sense of assurance may boost consumers’ confidence — but what else should they know about such coverage? Also read: Bitfinex Bail-In Versus Central Bank Bailouts Together with bitFlyer, Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance (MSIG) aims to provide protection to exchanges and their consumers, regardless of location. As cryptocurrency use
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2016. Nov. 25. 12:00
Bitcoin.com recently chatted with Bitcoin Unlimited (BU) developer Andrew Stone to discuss the alternative client and the current block size debate. Lately, the cryptocurrency community has been asking who the BU developers are, and what are their qualifications. This interview is meant to shed some light on development and Stone’s opinion of the goals BU
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2016. Nov. 25. 09:45
The Bitcoin.com store is giving all customers a 15% discount on all products for Black Friday, as well as a chance to enter a photo contest where you can win $150 in store credit. Also read: 80% of Businesses Lose to Ransomware via Social Media, Phishing Bitcoin Black Friday: Crypto Festivus Waking up from your annual
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2016. Nov. 25. 01:00
Over 80% of hacked companies reported that attack entry points were phishing emails and social media, according to a new report by SentinelOne published on Friday. Also read: ‘No More Ransom’: A Summer Ransomware Project by Tech Security Giants ‘Immediate Need for Better Solutions’ The latest findings compound evidence that business security is no match for today’s
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2016. Nov. 24. 21:00
Cryptocurrency hardware device manufacturer KeepKey has announced it will integrate Ethereum. The ether implementation comes just in time for the company’s 24-hour Black Friday sale. KeepKey Integrates Ethereum Support Beginning With 24-Hour Sale Seattle-based KeepKey revealed that Ethereum will be supported on its hardware security devices. The ether integration will go live on 25th November, during this
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2016. Nov. 24. 18:00
South Korea has become a hotbed for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology startups. Just recently the Korea Exchange launched its Korea Startup Market (KSM) based on blockchain technology, provided by Korean blockchain startup Blocko. Furthermore, the Korean Financial Services Commission (FSC) plans on regulating virtual currencies like bitcoin in 2017. Also read: German Central Banking Workshop Focuses
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2016. Nov. 24. 14:00
Bitcoin wallet and explorer company Blockchain has recently reached a milestone in the industry. This past week the company issued its 10 millionth wallet, continuing its leadership as one of the most popular wallets in this space. Also read: SatoshiLabs Gives The Public A Trezor 2 Update Blockchain’s 10 Million Bitcoin Wallets Blockchain was an early Bitcoin company
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2016. Nov. 24. 12:00
The European Commission (EC) recently unveiled the new ‘Start-up and Scale-up Initiative’. Its aim is to increase Europe’s competitiveness for entrepreneurs and innovative startups by reducing regulatory barriers. Also read: ECB to EU: Tighter Regulations, Less Anonymity on Digital Currencies Problems for European Startups According to the pan-European Trade Association EBAN, Europe has more entrepreneurs per capita than the
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2016. Nov. 24. 01:00
San Francisco-based Kraken, partnering with The Economist, initiated an interesting case study with university MBA groups from around the globe. The teams from multiple universities were asked to submit investment proposals for bitcoin or ether for a chance to win $10,000. Which Investment Will Be More Lucrative: Bitcoin or Ethereum? The school teams have finished their proposals and
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2016. Nov. 23. 21:00
The CEO of one of Russia’s largest banks, Sberbank, has publicly shared his bitcoin experiences. Herman Gref also spoke about the benefits of virtual currencies during a presentation for a joint project with Google. Could there be more than meets the eye? Also read: Russian Govt Regulator Launches Blockchain Project with Sberbank Herman Gref Is
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2016. Nov. 23. 19:40
21 Inc has applied for a patent for specialized bitcoin mining circuitry, public records show.Source
2016. Nov. 23. 18:00
Recently Bitcoin.com reported on SatoshiLabs showing off its Trezor 2 prototype before the Paralelní Polis event in Prague. The company has now revealed more information concerning the Trezor 2 and its new security application suite — Trezor Core. Also read: A $99 Trezor Could Have Prevented the $70M Bitfinex Theft SatoshiLabs Reveals More Information About Trezor
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2016. Nov. 23. 16:58
Steven Baker in the House Of Commons:Steve Baker making very good points about the sustainability of creating money from thin air. Let’s hope he’s not right and it will not take a huge disaster for things to change.
Crypto-currency and bitcoin referenced multiple times.
2016. Nov. 23. 16:00
Morgan Stanley and National Bank of Australia are said to be pulling back from the R3 blockchain consortium.Source
2016. Nov. 23. 15:00
Voting is now open for CoinDesk's third annual 'Most Influential' people in blockchain award.Source
2016. Nov. 23. 14:25
Steem's global community came together for SteemFest – a two-day conference in Amsterdam event this month.Source
2016. Nov. 23. 14:00
Turmeric is the RSK testnet network that offers developers and business solution creators a fast, decentralized, bitcoin-secured ecosystem to test any smart contract application and tool they can dream of. RSK Lab, a.k.a Rootstock, released Turmeric on 23 November 2016. Also Read: How Should We Prepare Smart Contracts to Replace Law Firms? Turmeric: Smart Contracts
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2016. Nov. 23. 14:00
Turmeric is the RSK testnet network that offers developers and business solution creators a fast, decentralized, bitcoin-secured ecosystem to test any smart contract application and tool they can dream of. RSK Lab, a.k.a Rootstock, released Turmeric on 23 November 2016. Also Read: How Should We Prepare Smart Contracts to Replace Law Firms? Turmeric: Smart Contracts
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2016. Nov. 23. 13:35
A UN organization focused on criminal justice issues organized a meeting on bitcoin and digital currencies this past summer in Uganda.Source
2016. Nov. 23. 12:00
Bitfinex’s “bail-in” scheme after a major theft raised questions regarding its risk and fund management. What can we learn from the recent bail-in event? To answer, a look at the result of the bail-in, and how it differs from central bank bailouts is necessary. Also read: Bitfinex ‘Leaning Towards’ Bail-In, Haircut for All BTC Traders With
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2016. Nov. 23. 05:23
Months after his release from prison for money laundering violations, entrepreneur Charlie Shrem has announced a new blockchain venture.Source
2016. Nov. 22. 23:35
Wallet service Blockchain has registered its 10 millionth bitcoin wallet.Source
2016. Nov. 22. 21:02
Digital currency exchange Coinbase says it’s planning to fight a government effort to acquire information about its users.Source
2016. Nov. 22. 21:00
Over the next four days, Deutsche Bundesbank in cooperation with Frankfurt School of Finance and Management is hosting a blockchain-focused central banking workshop. Also read: Charity DAO Gives the Original DAO a Second Chance Germany Hosts Blockchain Central Banking Event From November 21-24, the event called “Blockchain Technology – Opportunities and Challenges” will discuss emerging digital
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2016. Nov. 22. 19:15
Ethereum rolled out its latest hard fork today, and so far, the side effects have been minimal.Source
2016. Nov. 22. 18:00
Switzerland-based financial services giant UBS is expanding into China with the opening of a new “Business Solution Centre”. According to a Shanghai Daily interview with COO Axel P. Lehmann, the bank is also investing in financial technologies like blockchain. Also read: Coinbase Will Oppose Government Petition in Court UBS Group Business Solution Centre in China and Blockchain Technology
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2016. Nov. 22. 18:00
Switzerland-based financial services giant UBS is expanding into China with the opening of a new “Business Solution Centre”. According to a Shanghai Daily interview with COO Axel P. Lehmann, the bank is also investing in financial technologies like blockchain. Also read: Coinbase Will Oppose Government Petition in Court UBS Group Business Solution Centre in China and Blockchain Technology
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2016. Nov. 22. 17:44
Regulators in Belize and the Seychelles have sounded the alarm about an allegedly fraudulent bitcoin investment website.Source
2016. Nov. 22. 16:10
More than 30 R3 member banks are expected to invest in the blockchain consortium startup as part of its ongoing $150m funding round.Source
2016. Nov. 22. 16:00
Online wallet provider iPayYou is adding the option to pay with bitcoin when shopping on Amazon, promising a more “direct” and user-friendly process than similar offerings from competitors such as Gyft or Egifter. Also read: Amazon Reveals Its Own Virtual Currency, ‘Stream+’ For Twitch Online Wallet iPayYou Adds Bitcoin to Amazon Shopping For years people have
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2016. Nov. 22. 15:55
A Congressional committee has called on the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to focus on digital currency regulation.Source
2016. Nov. 22. 14:05
MoneyGram still doesn't think bitcoin will impact its business – but it sees blockchain-powered banks as a potential way for it to cut costs.Source
2016. Nov. 22. 13:05
A New York blockchain startup has partnered with German tech giant Siemens as it expands an ethereum-based peer-to-peer energy transfer project.Source
2016. Nov. 22. 12:00
UK digital marketing agency In Front Digital has begun accepting bitcoin as payment following an increase in interest from businesses in the sector. Also read: Did Barclays Just Declare War on Bitcoin Users? Bitcoin Benefits Obvious Over Banks, PayPal The company, based in the country’s second city Birmingham, is still among the first movers in an environment
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2016. Nov. 21. 22:46
Banco Santander has departed the R3 blockchain consortium, according to a representative.Source
2016. Nov. 21. 22:04
A hackathon held by Argentina's central bank shows that interest for blockchain is heating up in the one-time bitcoin hotbed.Source
2016. Nov. 21. 21:00
A new project called “Melon”, created by Parity (Ethcore) founder Dr. Gavin Wood and Melonport AG, will enable decentralized asset management for multiple blockchains. The project announced November 14 will be the first multi-chain capable software. Also read: Synereo Aims to ‘Fundamentally Redesign the Internet’ Polkadot and Melon: Multi-Chain Network, Asset Management Melon will enable a
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2016. Nov. 21. 19:58
The Australian government’s financial reporting standards agency is pushing for international action in the area of digital currencies.Source
2016. Nov. 21. 18:00
BitGive is a nonprofit organization that has revolutionized philanthropic work through bitcoin and its blockchain technology. Soon BitGive will introduce GiveTrack, a blockchain-based platform that has the potential to dramatically disrupt how international and humanitarian organizations work. Also read: Red Cross Donations Go Astray, Time To Embrace Blockchain Technology Indeed, GiveTrack has the potential to
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2016. Nov. 21. 16:14
Germany’s central bank is hosting a four-day conference on blockchain this week.Source
2016. Nov. 21. 15:05
A trove of recently published documents reveal Overstock could raise over $30m for its blockchain stock offering.Source
2016. Nov. 21. 14:25
One of R3CEV's initial members isn't renewing its agreement with the world's largest blockchain consortium.Source
2016. Nov. 21. 14:00
UBS plans to invest in blockchain as part of an expansion plan in China.Source
2016. Nov. 21. 14:00
This week Slock.it CTO Christoph Jentzsch announced a new project called the Charity DAO. The idea comes after the team’s disastrous DAOHub experiment, which had a fatal bug allowing an attacker to drain $150 million in Ether. Interestingly enough, Jentzsch wants to take a stab at the autonomous organization concept once again. After Original DAO
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2016. Nov. 21. 12:00
Venture capital in ethereum is surprisingly low, but is it really? Under the surface, ethereum is evolving differently than its predecessors.Source
2016. Nov. 21. 12:00
Social media site Steemit has announced sweeping “economic changes” following a 90%+ drop in value of its currency token, STEEM. Also read: Steemit to Hold First-Ever Public Event in Amsterdam Steemit: Changes ‘Reflect Wishes of Wider Community’ The alterations, published in a blog post on Friday, have already drawn criticism from the cryptocurrency community, which has been
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2016. Nov. 21. 10:58
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2016. Nov. 21. 06:04
Bitcoin exchange Coinbase is under scrutiny by the government agency the IRS, shocking the community. However, it seems Coinbase will be doing everything it can to protect its customer’s data and possibly fight the summons through litigation. Also read: IRS Demands Coinbase Records In Surprise Tax Probe Can the IRS Really Sift Through All Coinbase Customers
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2016. Nov. 20. 18:00
The price of the Chinese yuan against the U.S. dollar has gained more attention from bitcoin enthusiasts and speculators lately. They’ve held on to their belief that the bitcoin price is in close correlation with the value of CNY. How does bitcoin and CNY correlate in a quantitative term? Could it be a sheer coincidence? Also read: Bitcoin’s Price
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2016. Nov. 20. 16:05
Moscow-based legal experts examine the thaw in attitudes towards blockchain and bitcoin in Russia.Source
2016. Nov. 20. 15:53
Ledger Labs' Josh Stark seeks to provide a high-level framework for understanding the potential of nascent blockchain governance applications.Source
2016. Nov. 20. 12:00
Blockchain-based company Factom has announced it will soon secure medical records on its platform. The firm received a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to provide immutable and easily accessible records. Also read: Synereo Aims to ‘Fundamentally Redesign the Internet’ Gates Foundation Grant to Produce Distributed Medical Database Factom, the blockchain as-a-service (BaaS) technology company,
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2016. Nov. 20. 05:25
Zane Tackett, the community director and product manager at Bitfinex, has officially announced his resignation from the exchange. Tackett reveals his leaving is due to the significant amount of rumors concerning the Bitfinex hack this past August. Also read: IRS Fail: Treasury Audit Says it Can’t Manage Virtual Currencies ‘Insane Conspiracy Theories, Vile People, Incessant Vitriol’
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2016. Nov. 19. 17:34
Bitcoin made an unexpected appearance on an episode of the popular TV series "Shark Tank" this week.Source
2016. Nov. 19. 16:25
Bitcoin prices repeatedly breached $750 during the week through 18th November as traders responded to macroeconomic uncertainty.Source
2016. Nov. 19. 12:00
The 2015 Australian Startup of the Year Living Room of Satoshi is having another great year of “unprecedented growth”. Now the bill payment platform has announced Dash integration allowing users to pay rent, utilities, credit cards, and tax bills with the cryptocurrency. Also read: Members of the Bitcoin Community Create $1.2M Grant Living Room of
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2016. Nov. 19. 03:53
Popular Bitcoin tipping platform ChangeTip has announced the service is shutting down operations. The company has been deliberating ways to continue the service, but unfortunately, in the end, it said the only option was to shut down. Also read: IRS Fail: Treasury Audit Says it Can’t Manage Virtual Currencies ChangeTip Will Shut Down Operations Founded in December
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2016. Nov. 19. 01:00
Taking inspiration from Satoshi’s whitepaper, engineer Daneel Uys tells Bitcoin.com how BitData can enable peer-to-peer exchange of mobile data in the same fashion value is transmitted over the Bitcoin network today. Also read: Synereo Aims to ‘Fundamentally Redesign the Internet’ BitData: A Peer-to-Peer Mobile Data System Daneel Uys is a South African researcher and a senior
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2016. Nov. 19. 00:04
The guys behind Slock.it are at it again.Source
2016. Nov. 18. 21:31
Months after its core development team was acqui-hired by accommodations startup Airbnb, bitcoin tipping ChangeTip is closing its doors.Source
2016. Nov. 18. 21:00
Venture capital in ethereum is surprisingly low, but is it really? Under the surface, ethereum is evolving differently than its predecessors.Source
2016. Nov. 18. 21:00
On November 20 the Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai (SLC) will host a workshop on Bitcoin. The event will discuss the what lies ahead concerning legislative and legal architecture for the virtual currency industry. Also read: Dubai Establishes Gov’t Backed ‘Blockchain Council’ Dubai’s Supreme Legislation Committee Creates Bitcoin Workshop Dubai’s SLC, in collaboration
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2016. Nov. 18. 19:55
The IRS is seeking user records from Coinbase as part of a taxpayer investigation.Source
2016. Nov. 18. 19:50
Coinbase has received a surprise summons from the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS), with the agency demanding transaction records of all US users since 2013. Also read: IRS Fail: Treasury Audit Says it Can’t Manage Virtual Currencies IRS: Suspicion Users ‘Failed to Comply’ With Tax Laws The sudden focus on Coinbase, considered to be stringently
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2016. Nov. 18. 18:00
Over the past 48 hours, bitcoin’s fiat value has risen exponentially with the price on a ramp towards US$800 per BTC. Currently, at press time the price is averaging $745. If it reaches $790, it will peak past this summer’s high before the Bitfinex hack. Also read: A Glimpse at Nodio, the Blockchain-Based Router Bitcoin Price Value Bumps
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2016. Nov. 18. 16:59
A senior official for Japan's central bank had words of caution for distributed ledgers.Source
2016. Nov. 18. 16:00
Regulators in Switzerland are moving quickly to create regulation that accommodates digital currency and blockchain startups.Source
2016. Nov. 18. 15:14
If they so choose, miners can now safely signal their support for a major bitcoin update.Source
2016. Nov. 18. 14:51
Financial regulators in South Korea are looking to introduce new regulations for digital currency exchanges by early next year.Source
2016. Nov. 18. 14:25
The price of bitcoin is now trading above $750, its highest total in nearly five months.Source
2016. Nov. 18. 12:00
Indians appear to be braving huge exchange spreads in a bid to accrue Bitcoin following demonetization of the two largest rupee cash bills. Also read: US Slowly Going Cash-Free, But Where’s the Bitcoin? Indians Buying At $900+ Per Bitcoin A week ago, the Indian government suddenly withdrew the country’s 500 and 1000 rupee bills from circulation. Now,
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2016. Nov. 18. 02:51
A large group of the companies and innovators from the Bitcoin community have announced the creation of a US$1.2 million grant fund towards Bitcoin development. The open source project has enriched the lives of many globally, and the grant aims to support optimizing the protocol. Also read: The Digital Revolution Increases Sovereignty Bitcoin Community Initiates $1.2
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2016. Nov. 18. 01:00
Navcoin, a digital currency based on Satoshi Nakamoto’s open source Bitcoin Core, has launched NavTech — an anonymous, fully decentralized network. Also read: UK’s Metrobank to Start Blockchain Card Payments in 2017 Navcoin, also known as NAV, initially launched in July of 2014 and previously ran a dual-blockchain based anonymous system for a few months from May 2015.
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2016. Nov. 17. 22:00
Taiwan blockchain startup Bitmark has raised $1.7m in a new seed funding round.Source
2016. Nov. 17. 22:00
Taiwan blockchain startup Bitmark has raised $1.7m in a new seed funding round.Source
2016. Nov. 17. 21:05
The head of a Chinese mining pool backing an alternative bitcoin implementation completed a Reddit AMA earlier today.Source
2016. Nov. 17. 21:00
How do freelancing and bitcoin coincide for good? What are their roles in this new digital economy? For those who love bitcoin, and seek career and financial freedom, this article is for you. Also read: Europeans Can Now Get a Bitcoin Salary, Save Their Boss Money The Increasingly Freelance Workforce In America today, there are 53
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2016. Nov. 17. 18:00
Bitnation is a decentralized, blockchain-powered nation driven by technology. As part of its commitment to freedom, it recently pledged to create Smart Love, a blockchain powered marriage service. Smart Love will feature during the EtherCamp hackathon, starting November 17. Also read: Akasha Wants to Put Social Media on the Ethereum Blockchain Smart Love Crucial to Bitnation’s Polylegal
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2016. Nov. 17. 17:01
Dubai’s government is laying the groundwork for developing legislation around bitcoin and digital currencies.Source
2016. Nov. 17. 15:57
CoinDesk Research has released its full Q3 State of Blockchain, featuring nearly 100 slides of industry data.Source
2016. Nov. 17. 15:55
CoinDesk Research reveals the results of an survey gauging enterprise and entrepreneur perception of the emerging blockchain platform ethereum.Source
2016. Nov. 17. 15:55
CoinDesk Research reveals the results of an survey gauging enterprise and entrepreneur perception of the emerging blockchain platform ethereum.Source
2016. Nov. 17. 14:56
IBM’s China division is working with a regional textile printing firm to to develop a platform for trading digital assets tied to carbon emissions.Source
2016. Nov. 17. 14:30
CoinDesk spotlights ongoing efforts inside the top securities regulator in the US to better understand – and adapt to – advances in blockchain tech.Source
2016. Nov. 17. 14:30
CoinDesk spotlights ongoing efforts inside the top securities regulator in the US to better understand – and adapt to – advances in blockchain tech.Source
2016. Nov. 17. 14:00
A new device called Nodio has been recently announced that can run multiple decentralized applications (dApps), a Tor node, and other functionalities. Nodio is a blockchain router that aims to give users a chance to create decentralized solutions. Also read: Stash Launches ‘Bank In A Box’ Bitcoin Full Node Blockchain-Based Router Aims to Decentralize a
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2016. Nov. 17. 12:00
Mining pool ViaBTC has just announced its first batch of cloud mining contracts. The company is offering anyone the chance to leverage ViaBTC’s deployment of mining machines. Also read: Trump’s Trade War With China Could Boost Chinese Bitcoin Demand Now Anyone Can Join ViaBTC’s Network Hashrate ViaBTC is a large mining operation that holds roughly 7.9%
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2016. Nov. 17. 10:23
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2016. Nov. 17. 03:00
Could bitcoin bring world peace by disrupting the current economic order, but while also reviving the U.S. economy? To answer, we must look at oil and the existing “petrodollar monopoly”. Also read: As the Global Economy Falters, bitcoin Offers an Alternative for Prosperity According to one study, “capitalism is an economic structure; war is a
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2016. Nov. 17. 01:00
Many people are unhappy with the outcome of this year’s U.S. election, to say the least. There have been protests, even talks of secession, and individuals who are downright angry two clowns were chosen to represent the United States’ leadership. However, there is hope that these upset people may ultimately progress towards secession and decentralization. Also
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2016. Nov. 16. 21:00
At this year’s Singapore FinTech Festival, the fintech startup KYCK! and IBM announced a collaboration involving a blockchain Know Your Customer (KYC) project. The Singapore-based company will use distributed ledger technology to onboard clients in a secure environment. Also read: Walmart & IBM Improves Food Safety With Blockchain Tech Singapore Startup KYCK! Initiates Blockchain KYC Verification According
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2016. Nov. 16. 19:55
The ASX is putting its weight behind another blockchain use case, arguing it could improve existing healthcare processes.Source
2016. Nov. 16. 19:00
Gavin Andreseen says he now regrets getting involved in trying to verify Crag Wright's claim he is Satoshi Nakamoto.Source
2016. Nov. 16. 18:00
The Korea Exchange, South Korea’s sole securities exchange operator, has launched a new service that utilizes blockchain technology.Source
2016. Nov. 16. 18:00
The leading wallet provider and blockchain explorer Blockchain has just announced a partnership with Coinify. The collaboration means users can fund their wallets with bitcoin near instantaneously. Also read: Blockchain’s Thunder Network Aims at Faster Refunds Blockchain and Coinify Enable In-Wallet Bitcoin Purchasing Bitcoin company Blockchain has continuously been progressing as a reputable platform for the cryptocurrency
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2016. Nov. 16. 16:00
Blockchain solutions provider Peernova is quietly raising money to bring its enterprise big data product to Asia.Source
2016. Nov. 16. 14:59
With Bitcoin's Lightning Network nearing launch, the number of tests seeking to upgrade the micropayments network is on the rise. Now, industry startup Colu has unveiled a demo of how Lightning could be made compatible with colored coins (a technology that enables small amounts of bitcoin to represent other assets, such as the US dollar, stocks, or even houses or […]Source
2016. Nov. 16. 14:30
The price of bitcoin rose nearly $30 over the course of one hour today, rising to a high of $740 as the price continued to flirt with annual highs.Source
2016. Nov. 16. 14:00
Deloitte and fintech startup SETL has partnered with UK bank Metrobank to take blockchain-based card payments live by the end of 2017. Also read: Russian Central Bank: ‘Distributed Ledgers Are Not Blockchains’ Blockchain Bypassing ‘Very Expensive Legacy Infrastructure’ Following a successful trial with 100 Metrobank customers, the joint program will roll out to allow instant transactions which
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2016. Nov. 16. 13:30
Blockchain consortium startup R3CEV and eight major banks are said to be participating in the forthcoming trial.Source
2016. Nov. 16. 13:01
Bitcoin and blockchain investment is down for the third straight quarter as investors look for returns on what they've already put in.Source
2016. Nov. 16. 12:38
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2016. Nov. 16. 12:00
Adult dating site Adult FriendFinder has reportedly suffered an almost total hack of its user files, with hackers breaching 412 million accounts. Also read: FBI Director: ‘There’s No Such Thing As Absolute Privacy’ Poor Security Means Even ‘Deleted’ Accounts Hacked The huge figure dwarfs previous attacks on the site and its partners, of which there have
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2016. Nov. 16. 11:02
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2016. Nov. 16. 08:00
Just last week, Donald Trump was elected the 45th President of the United States of America in an electoral upset and unexpected victory against his opponent, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. In his first week as President-Elect, Trump started forming his transition team. On Friday, he officially added Peter Thiel to the team. What does this mean
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2016. Nov. 15. 23:00
Ethereum developers have unveiled details of its second fork to address denial of service attacks affecting the network.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 22:17
Sweden's central bank could soon launch its own digital currency – though it hasn't yet decided how the offering would work.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 22:15
Sweden's central bank could soon launch its own digital currency – though it hasn't yet decided how the offering would work.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 21:59
Cupcakes on the blockchain? Not quite, but a new blockchain trial showcased how the tech could play a role in consumer payments.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 21:00
From 25-26 November, members of the global Bitcoin community will gather at the University of Botswana for the inaugural Botswana Blockchain Summit. Conference Founders, Alakanani Itireleng of Satoshicentre and Kesego Tumisang of Google Developers Group of Gaborone, aim to educate attendees on Bitcoin and blockchain technology with local and international speakers. Also read: Barclays: ‘Blockchain
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2016. Nov. 15. 18:32
China's CITIC bank, one of the country's largest commercial banks, recently held a seminar devoted to blockchain.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 18:30
China's CITIC bank, one of the country's largest commercial banks, recently held a seminar devoted to blockchain.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 18:00
The city of Memphis will now have a Bitcoin ATM as the firm Coinsource installs three new machines in the state of Tennessee. The company is the largest Bitcoin ATM provider in the U.S. and has averaged over one installation per week in 2016. Memphis Bitcoin ATM One of Three in Tennessee Memphis, in Tennessee’s southwest, will
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2016. Nov. 15. 18:00
Please do not use the censored /r/bitcoin or Bitcointalk. Use /r/btc instead. The free and open discussions on this forum help individuals and the Bitcoin community achieve Truth. Everyone has some wisdom or knowledge to contribute to a discussion, and everyone who reads the discussion and gains that knowledge gets closer to the Truth. This is
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2016. Nov. 15. 17:55
IBM's Bluemix Garage in Singapore has unveiled a new blockchain project built in collaboration with a local startup.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 17:37
IBM's Bluemix Garage in Singapore has unveiled a new blockchain project built in collaboration with a local startup.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 16:59
SEC commissioner's departure are just part of the remaking of regulation thanks to Donald Trump and blockchain.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 14:30
PwC Australia sheds light on the origins and utility of its newly launched digital asset service Vulcan.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 14:00
Ross Ulbricht has been continuously fighting for his freedom, and to appeal his life sentence he received for operating a website. Ulbricht and his family have taken the case to the Court of Appeals by questioning the investigation, court proceedings, and ultimately the harsh sentencing. On 4th December from 2-10pm EST, many well-known liberty activists will gather
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2016. Nov. 15. 13:59
New York bitcoin exchange Gemini has announced a series of new API offerings aimed at automated traders.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 13:01
How easy would it be to patent a blockchain invention in the face of complex and arcane legal processes?Source
2016. Nov. 15. 12:00
After Donald Trump’s shock win in the U.S. presidential election, gold and silver went up in value — as well as bitcoin. A recent piece from Business Insider informs us how this affected Bitcoin’s biggest wallet provider Blockchain in a very positive way. In fact, the company is having its best month ever. Also read:Trump
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2016. Nov. 15. 01:01
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has invested in a South African blockchain startup as part of a broader technology innovation push.Source
2016. Nov. 15. 01:00
In a recently released internal report of an audit conducted by the Treasury department of the IRS and its ability to properly ensure taxpayer compliance with regards to virtual currencies (VCs) such as Bitcoin, Deputy Inspector General for Audit Michael McKenney gave the IRS a big fat ‘F’. Also read: FBI Releases ‘Primer’ Successfully Infiltrating
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2016. Nov. 14. 21:00
Zimbabwe has been shuddering all century from a failing economy that continually causes cash shortages and tumultuous market inflation. According to a recent editorial from the African Mail & Guardian, some economists are suggesting bitcoin as an alternative. Also read: Ontario Securities Commission Hosts Fintech Hackathon Economist Says Zimbabwe Could Benefit From Bitcoin Since the year 2000,
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2016. Nov. 14. 19:23
A former commissioner for the Securities and Exchange Commission has joined the board of directors for smart contract startup Symbiont.Source
2016. Nov. 14. 18:13
Bitcoin wallet company Blockchain is beta testing a new in-wallet purchase option in partnership with payments startup Coinify.Source
2016. Nov. 14. 18:13
Bitcoin wallet company Blockchain is beta testing a new in-wallet purchase option in partnership with payments startup Coinify.Source
2016. Nov. 14. 18:00
Bitcoin mining has become a serious and profitable industry. Over the past couple of years, the mining race to capture the last bitcoins has been on fire. Also read: Webjet & Microsoft Introduce Travel Industry Blockchain MGT Capital Investments Joins the Mining Race There’s a lot of discussions when it comes to the cryptocurrency network’s mining
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2016. Nov. 14. 16:55
The CME Group officially launched its bitcoin price indexes yesterday.Source
2016. Nov. 14. 16:04
CoinDesk is launching a new monthly event series, to take place live at its Times Square headquarters.Source
2016. Nov. 14. 15:07
A bank in Singapore has tested a blockchain-based payment service, with an eye to develop commercial products around the tech.Source
2016. Nov. 14. 14:38
As bitcoin core developer Peter Todd published his role in helping create the Zcash cryptocurrency doubt is cast on the system's "trustless setup."Source
2016. Nov. 14. 14:38
As bitcoin core developer Peter Todd published his role in helping create the Zcash cryptocurrency doubt is cast on the system's "trustless setup."Source
2016. Nov. 14. 14:00
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) held a one-day fintech event on Friday to present blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) to the industry. The event also coincided with the central bank’s launch of a DLT research whitepaper. The paper says fintech explores new frontiers beyond “trendy banking or payment services,” like artificial intelligence, virtual
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2016. Nov. 14. 13:13
Even larger blockchain startups are making the effort to get involved in hackathons. The reason? It's good for business, sources say.Source
2016. Nov. 14. 12:00
The Central Bank of Argentina and government representatives have asked the Bitcoin community to join efforts to eradicate financial exclusion, transform the financial industry, promote financial opportunities, and reduce inflation. Officials made their request at the Latin America Bitcoin & Blockchain Conference (laBITconf), on November 5 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Also read: Governments & Central
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2016. Nov. 13. 18:04
Why a Trump presidency might bring about the fall of the dollar, with digital money as its replacement.Source
2016. Nov. 13. 18:00
Several U.S. states, including Colorado and Washington, have legalized recreational marijuana use. Legalization has been a huge success, with interest growing continually. The election has only pushed legal pot further with California, Nevada and Massachusetts joining the party. The business does have a few problems, for which bitcoin may be the answer. Also read: Colorado Cannabis Operations Begin Banking
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2016. Nov. 13. 15:57
CoinDesk takes a look under the hood to understand what security features are and aren't offered by bitcoin.Source
2016. Nov. 13. 12:00
The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) has announced it is hosting a regulatory hackathon for blockchain and fintech innovation. The event follows the recent launch of the OSC LaunchPad, a service that engages with fintech startups and provides opportunity. Also read: Webjet & Microsoft Introduce Travel Industry Blockchain Hackathon Looking for the Wow Factor The regulatory agency that
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2016. Nov. 12. 21:00
Indian interest in Bitcoin has skyrocketed following sudden rupee reforms, revealing serious potential to challenge major markets including China. Also read: India Becomes No.2 Bitcoin Amazon Buyer Amid Rupee Shake-Up India Bitcoin Searches Spike as Rupee Falls Bitcoin.com reported Thursday on India’s government withdrawing the country’s two highest-value banknotes, supposedly in a bid to curb corruption. The notes
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2016. Nov. 12. 18:00
One of the oldest banks in South Korea, Shinhan Bank, has revealed it will launch a cryptocurrency remittance service using Bitcoin. A joint effort between the bank and Streami Inc. will oversee the cross-border service between Korea and China. Shinhan Bank and Streami Plan to Launch South Korean Bitcoin Remittance Platform According to Pulse, Shinhan Bank
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2016. Nov. 12. 17:19
Cryptocurrencies experienced notable volatility in October, with bitcoin enjoying gains while Monero, ether and ether classic all suffered declines.Source
2016. Nov. 12. 17:19
Cryptocurrencies experienced notable volatility in October, with bitcoin enjoying gains while Monero, ether and ether classic all suffered declines.Source
2016. Nov. 12. 16:30
There aren't many steps left before bitcoin's Lightning Network will be finished — or at least an early version of it.Source
2016. Nov. 12. 14:00
A newly published Deutsche Bank report called “Powering the flow of global capital” goes into great detail about the blockchain phenomenon. Researchers from the bank surveyed a variety of participants who believe blockchain technology is estimated to hit critical mass within six years. Deutsche Bank Survey Shows High Hopes for Blockchain Industry Deutsche Bank executives explained
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2016. Nov. 12. 12:00
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to declare China a currency manipulator on day one of his presidency. During his campaign, he also repeatedly pledged to impose a 45% tariff on Chinese goods. His promises risk creating a trade war between the U.S. and China which could weaken the yuan and accelerate Chinese capital outflows.
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2016. Nov. 12. 03:00
A new startup called Everex, a financial inclusion blockchain remittance company, aims to nourish the 3.5 billion under-banked globally. The platform uses the Ethereum blockchain to create “cryptocash” assets, which are pegged to units of fiat currency and tethered to the peer-to-peer network. Also read: Webjet & Microsoft Introduce Travel Industry Blockchain Everex Introduces Cryptocash
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2016. Nov. 12. 01:00
Ukraine’s central bank has unveiled the roadmap for its Cashless Economy scheme, which will see it use the Blockchain as the basis for e-money transmission from 2017. Also read: A Safe Guide for Bitcoin Travelers Visiting Ukraine Blockchain Roadmap for Payments, State Registers The plans, which run until the first quarter of 2018, were revealed by Konstantin
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2016. Nov. 11. 23:39
Bitcoin enjoyed a boost following the election, but Monero enjoyed the largest weekly gains, surging more than 20%.Source
2016. Nov. 11. 23:00
The US Patent and Trademark Office (USTPO) has published a patent application submitted by bitcoin startup Blockstream for its work on sidechains.Source
2016. Nov. 11. 21:51
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has published a new white paper on distributed ledger tech.Source
2016. Nov. 11. 21:00
The race to create a decentralized Uber now has perhaps its most bona fide competitor. It comes with Cell 411’s decentralized ridesharing app, just launched in Austin, Texas. Also read: ‘Decentralized Uber’ App Delivers 1,000 Meals in Austin, Texas CEO: Users ‘Have Freedom Unlike Uber and Lyft’ Cell 411 is a disruptor social network originally aimed at
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2016. Nov. 11. 18:45
Bitcoin network data shows that 25 percent of nodes worldwide are signaling support for Segregated Witness.Source
2016. Nov. 11. 18:00
The FBI has published a “primer” on Darknet Marketplaces (DNM) after disrupting the infrastructure of a market with an operation called Hyperion. U.S. law enforcement agencies said they have wrapped up a “successful” international operation, teaching them a lot about underground online market behavior. Operation Hyperion On November 1 a task force made up of
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2016. Nov. 11. 16:17
Ten global banks have tested a distributed ledger-based know-your-customer registry through the R3 blockchain consortium.Source
2016. Nov. 11. 15:31
Facing threats from blockchain, the DTCC embraces startup innovators.Source
2016. Nov. 11. 15:01
A former official for the UK’s Foreign Office has joined the board of blockchain startup Setl.Source
2016. Nov. 11. 14:00
Security mogul John McAfee said consumers must “wake the fuck up” to their devices’ basic security threats – while describing Blockchain technology as “the beauty of mathematics.” Also read: MGT Capital & Bitmain Focus On U.S.-Based Bitcoin Mining Hackers ‘Will Figure It Out’… In an interview with IB Times at the Blockchain:Money event in London, the renowned
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2016. Nov. 11. 13:59
What you need to know about the imminent crowdfunding effort by Golem, an ethereum-based market for computer processing power.Source
2016. Nov. 11. 12:00
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has officially announced a partnership with fintech firm R3. The joint effort will also see the launch of a distributed ledger technology (DLT) Center of Excellence in Asia. The Asian DLT lab will focus on expanding the emerging technology across the region. Also read: China’s First Online Insurance Firm Starts
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2016. Nov. 11. 01:00
Everdreamsoft, the developers behind the new mobile online trading card game Spells of Genesis, have announced a new roadmap for the blockchain-based game. It details some minor developments and bug fixes. Also read: Leading Indian Bitcoin Startup Unocoin Releases API Everdreamsoft Releases New Update for SoG The roadmap for Everdreamsoft’s newest title began on October 27th. It
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2016. Nov. 10. 21:00
Recent events in the competitive Dota 2 community have raised questions about the integrity of eSports gaming organizations and how they treat their players, with a popular gamer claiming his team managers cheated him and other teammates out of hard-earned money. Also read: Leading Indian Bitcoin Startup Unocoin Releases API This revelation is a nod to the
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2016. Nov. 10. 19:07
Three out of four capital markets participants believe distributed ledger tech will see widespread use within the next six years.Source
2016. Nov. 10. 19:00
Bitcoin.com has been steadily expanding our resources to spread adoption and to tell the world the many benefits of a decentralized cryptocurrency. Now we’ve decided to kick it up a notch by adding a variety of new features to our portal. Bitcoin.com aims to be the go-to premier destination for all things Bitcoin. Introducing Bitcoin.com
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2016. Nov. 10. 18:00
A “case study event” in Hong Kong this month will look at blockchain’s potential to solve problems in the global freight shipping industry. The November 24 event, titled “Chain of Shipping,” will take place as part of Hong Kong Maritime Industry Week. Also read: China’s First Online Insurance Firm Starts Blockchain R&D Shipping: Paper and Digital
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2016. Nov. 10. 17:45
Work on bitcoin sidechains – long thought to be one of the best ways to improve the functionality of the network – is advancing. Here's how.Source
2016. Nov. 10. 15:06
A Denmark-based blockchain company is offering an alternative funding solution that does not involve Mexican pesos or American taxpayer dollars to pay for Trump’s infamous wall. Also read: Webjet & Microsoft Introduce Travel Industry Blockchain No Pesos, Tax Dollars Required One of Donald Trump’s most controversial campaign promises of building a wall as a solution to illegal
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2016. Nov. 10. 14:50
If blockchain is done right, borders will begin to disappear. Immutable, shared ledgers of transactions and goods could come to serve as a reminder that everything we grow, build, buy and sell comes from the same tiny planet. But this future is far from guaranteed, and the various blockchain developer groups competing to bring it to […]Source
2016. Nov. 10. 14:18
Russia's national central securities depository (CSD) is working with a tech startup to test the exchange and transfer of blockchain assets.Source
2016. Nov. 10. 14:00
India is now the second biggest user of Purse.io’s ‘Bitcoin Amazon’ as sweeping changes take effect over the country’s currency, the rupee. Also read: India’s Law Enforcement Probes Dark Net Markets Cash Removals ‘Strengthening the Common Man’ In a televised speech, Prime inister Narendra Modi declared this week that larger-denomination rupee bills, specifically 500 ($7.50) and 1000 ($15)
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2016. Nov. 10. 13:16
Leading blockchain policy groups weigh in on what a Trump victory means for the emerging technology and its startup community.Source
2016. Nov. 10. 12:00
The Australian-based online travel service Webjet provides customers with airline tickets, car rentals, and insurance packages. Recently the company announced a partnership with Microsoft that aims to provide a blockchain solution to improve the travel industry. Also read: Trump Pump: Bitcoin Price Surges Following Election Upset Webjet & Microsoft Build Blockchain Proof-of-Concept The travel company Webjet revealed
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2016. Nov. 09. 21:00
The Bitcoin.com Podcast is out again! This week, Gavin Knight talks to Ivan Zone, CEO of Suchflex. Suchflex is a shared computing platform that pays users for their spare computing resources, with bitcoin and other cryptocurrency options. Also read: Bitcoin.com Podcast: Bitcoin Investment Funds with Ransu Salovaara Rent Out Computing Resources for Money Does your computer
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2016. Nov. 09. 20:19
The World Economic Forum has created a new working group focused on blockchain co-chaired by the former president of Estonia.Source
2016. Nov. 09. 19:40
Veteran bitcoin lawyer Carol Van Cleef has officially joined Baker Hostetler, a law firm that will oversee President-elect Trump's transition.Source
2016. Nov. 09. 19:40
Veteran bitcoin lawyer Carol Van Cleef has officially joined Baker Hostetler, a law firm that will oversee President-elect Trump's transition.Source
2016. Nov. 09. 18:00
Unocoin, one of India’s leading Bitcoin companies, has just unveiled its first Application Programming Interface (API) release. The company is providing the API to help curate the cryptocurrency market within India. Also read: Le Cercle du Coin Creates a ‘Bitcoin Boulevard’ in Paris Unocoin Releases Application Programming Interface for Startups and Entrepreneurs Unocoin has been expanding
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2016. Nov. 09. 17:37
Police in Dubai have reportedly arrested a man accused stealing bitcoins from several individuals.Source
2016. Nov. 09. 16:28
An unexpected Trump presidential victory helped support the idea bitcoin could one day become a safe haven asset.Source
2016. Nov. 09. 15:11
Bitcoin surged $30 to test earlier highs following the announcement that Donald Trump had become president of the United States early this morning. Also read: Trump Vs Clinton: Bitcoin Illiteracy in 2016 Presidential Election Trump Pumped, Bitcoin Bumped, Markets Dumped In what is being regarded as one of the most unlikely political victories, Trump’s win is piling
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2016. Nov. 09. 15:00
The fourth annual Bitcoin Conference in Brazil is taking place December 10-11 in the city of Belo Horizonte. Organizers are expecting many entrepreneurs, startups, and executives to attend this event that promotes cryptocurrency and blockchain solutions. Also read:Rootstock Launches New Testnet ‘Turmeric’ Brazil’s Fourth Event to Spread the Bitcoin Word in South America This December
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2016. Nov. 09. 14:30
Overstock plans to sell shares of stock on its own transparent blockchain platform, but will it stop the cheating?Source
2016. Nov. 09. 12:00
Bitcoin’s steady growth is more enticing than ever as a “nominated exit plan” as China, the U.S. and Italy prepare to give markets a hard time in December. Also read: China’s New Blockchain Drive: Who’s Leading it, and Why? Dollar, Yuan, Euro Downside Risks While Chinese government reactions to Bitcoin helped knock several percentage points off Bitcoin’s value
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2016. Nov. 09. 08:06
"Big Four" accounting firm Deloitte to announce it will hand-over its Smart Identity blockchain solution to the open-source community.Source
2016. Nov. 09. 06:39
Bitcoin prices are rising as Donald Trump is poised for a potential win in the US presidential election.Source
2016. Nov. 08. 22:42
Digital currency exchange Gemini announced yesterday that it is opening its services to traders in South Korea and Japan.Source
2016. Nov. 08. 20:21
The US Internal Revenue Service needs to overhaul its strategy for bitcoin, an agency watchdog warned in a report published today.Source
2016. Nov. 08. 19:29
Coinbase has launched a redesigned version of its website, an unveiling it said marks its transition from a wallet to a digital asset exchange.Source
2016. Nov. 08. 18:00
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is currently testing clearing and settlement solutions using Bitcoin. The financial services regulatory commission has been working with digital currency operation Epiphyte, a firm that settles cross-border payments using blockchain technology. Also read: Le Cercle du Coin Creates a ‘Bitcoin Boulevard’ in Paris UK Financial Conduct Authority Is Testing the
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2016. Nov. 08. 16:55
CoinDesk recounts its attempts to engage with major political candidates ahead of the 2016 US election.Source
2016. Nov. 08. 15:15
A recent conference highlights how bitcoin and blockchain may be a means to the same end for Argentina's entrepreneurs.Source
2016. Nov. 08. 14:35
CoinDesk gives a short spotlight to the man behind a popular blockchain Twitter account that could be coming to a close with the US election.Source
2016. Nov. 08. 14:05
Banking consortium R3 has officially launched a new blockchain lab in Singapore in partnership with the local central bank.Source
2016. Nov. 08. 14:00
Turmeric, the Rootstock test network for smart contracts, is now released. Rootstock (RSK) founder Diego Gutierrez and team members launched the platform at the Latin America Bitcoin & Blockchain Conference (laBITconf), on November 4 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Also read: U.S. Regulatory Arm Creates ‘Office of Innovation’ for Fintech Powering Smart Contracts With Bitcoin Rootstock is the forerunner of
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2016. Nov. 08. 14:00
Turmeric, the Rootstock (RSK) test network for smart contracts, is now released. RSK founder Diego Gutierrez and team members launched the platform at the Latin America Bitcoin & Blockchain Conference (laBITconf), on November 4 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Also read: U.S. Regulatory Arm Creates ‘Office of Innovation’ for Fintech Powering Smart Contracts With Bitcoin Rootstock is the forerunner of an
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2016. Nov. 08. 12:56
Market observers offer their views on how the US presidential election could impact digital currency markets.Source
2016. Nov. 08. 12:48
For the participants at the Bitcoin-related conference “Blockchain: Money,” the prevailing sentiment was pretty clear; the hype around the word blockchain is dying down and Bitcoin is coming back in a big way. This was evident in many of the well-known speakers’ presentations on the status of the industry. Also read: $1.4 Billion Invested in Blockchain,
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2016. Nov. 08. 12:48
For the participants at the Bitcoin-related conference “Blockchain: Money,” the prevailing sentiment was pretty clear; the hype around the word blockchain is dying down and Bitcoin is coming back in a big way. This was evident in many of the well-known speakers’ presentations on the status of the industry. Also read: $1.4 Billion Invested in Blockchain,
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2016. Nov. 08. 12:00
Leading PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) executive Seamus Cushley says $1.4 billion has been invested in blockchain startups so far this year. Cushley, director of fintech and digital at EMEA, will discuss blockchain’s evolution on November 8 at PwC’s Business Forum in Dublin. Also read:PwC: Blockchain Will Drive Holiday Season Logistics Blockchain Is Becoming Popular Amongst All Sectors Within The
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2016. Nov. 08. 00:16
E-tail giant Overstock has invested in a Belgium-based blockchain startup.Source
2016. Nov. 07. 23:17
Students from thirteen colleges worldwide are vying for a $10,000 first prize in a cryptocurrency investment contest.Source
2016. Nov. 07. 19:12
A hotel bookings company based in Australia has developed a blockchain proof-of-concept in partnership with Microsoft.Source
2016. Nov. 07. 18:00
China’s first online insurance company ZhongAn has officially announced its ZhongAn IT Services subsidiary. The newly founded startup will use ZhongAn and its external partners to research and develop artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, cloud computing, and data-driven technologies. Also read: Microsoft Rolls Out Its Cloud-Based Ethereum Consortium China’s First Online Insurance Firm Initiates the ‘ABCD
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2016. Nov. 07. 16:24
The Department of Justice is looking to hire attorneys to assist it with developing digital currency regulations.Source
2016. Nov. 07. 15:19
Nine blockchain startups have joined a fintech 'sandbox' run by one of the UK's top finance regulators.Source
2016. Nov. 07. 15:00
UK bank Tesco Bank has suspended online payments after funds disappeared from 20 thousand accounts, while customers report being offered ‘goodwill gestures’ worth just £25. Also read: Did Barclays Just Declare War on Bitcoin Users? Tesco Bank: Accounts Blocked As ‘Precaution’ Tesco Bank, owned by the UK’s largest supermarket chain of the same name, has so far not given details
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2016. Nov. 07. 14:25
Digital Asset Holdings revealed new blockchain smart contracts tech at a meeting of the Hyperledger project last week.Source
2016. Nov. 07. 14:25
Digital Asset Holdings revealed new blockchain smart contracts tech at a meeting of the Hyperledger project last week.Source
2016. Nov. 07. 14:25
Digital Asset Holdings revealed new blockchain smart contracts tech at a meeting of the Hyperledger project last week.Source
2016. Nov. 07. 14:00
The Le Cercle du Coin association just announced the grand opening of France’s first “Bitcoin Boulevard”. With help from Maison du Bitcoin, the boulevard passage will feature an eclectic range of merchants, artisans, and bistros that are proponents of the decentralized cryptocurrency. Also read: Reports of China Banning Bitcoin Are Greatly Exaggerated A Bitcoin Boulevard in the
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2016. Nov. 07. 13:20
The blockchain service aims to go live sometime in 2017, according to SEB's head of transaction services.Source
2016. Nov. 07. 12:00
Across the United States, cannabis operations are now becoming common. However, cannabis business owners from fully-legalized states such as Washington and Colorado are having a hard time cashing in on their frowned-upon weed businesses. According to Motherboard, one Colorado hemp farmer is turning to bitcoin and teaching others how to leverage the decentralized currency. Also read: Cannabis Security
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2016. Nov. 06. 21:00
Last year Microsoft, ConsenSys, and BlockApps partnered together to offer the public a Blockchain as a Service (BaaS). Now BlockApps CEO Victor Wong has announced the BaaS protocol is now available for consumers based in China. Also read: Microsoft Rolls Out Its Cloud-Based Ethereum Consortium BlockApps Introduces China’s Blockchain as a Service BlockApps Strato is a
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2016. Nov. 06. 17:55
Rootstock is now available on seven of Jaxx’s platforms. Anthony Di Iorio, CEO of Jaxx, announced the Rootstock integration at the Latin America Bitcoin and Blockchain Conference (laBITconf), on 5 November, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Also read: A Decentralized World Has No Kings Enhancing the Bitcoin Ecosystem According to Jaxx’s press release, “Jaxx becomes the
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2016. Nov. 06. 15:25
A bitcoin mining conference held by one of the network's largest miners saw what some have labeled an unscientific discussion of scaling the network.Source
2016. Nov. 06. 14:08
An industry commentator looks at moves by tech industry incumbents to capture the emerging blockchain market, and offers a warning for the futureSource
2016. Nov. 06. 12:00
Switzerland-based blockchain content distribution network DECENT has just launched its web application prototype. DECENT is currently finishing up its ICO, and now users and investors can test the platform before the crowdsales end. Also read: Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Launches Blockchain Voting Services DECENT Opens Web Prototype To The Public The prototype is publicly available, showcasing
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2016. Nov. 05. 17:27
Denver's Crypto-Cannabis Conference wants a marriage between the cryptocurrency and cannabis industry, but is the use case strong enough?Source
2016. Nov. 05. 17:00
Distributed computing firm Suchflex launched in August, promising to aggregate idle compute cycles from computers and offering incentives to network participants. Suchflex is a big believer in the decentralized economy and also supplies volunteer Bitcoin full nodes to its clientele. Also read: Circle’s Bitcoin Services Now Available In Spain & Ireland Suchflex Turning Idle Computing Power Into an Incentivized Distributed System
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2016. Nov. 05. 16:27
Denver's Crypto-Cannabis Conference wants a marriage between the cryptocurrency and cannabis industry, but is the use case strong enough?2016. Nov. 05. 15:37
It was a volatile week for the digital currency markets, with bitcoin proving erratic and Zcash seeing the excitement following its launch subside.Source
2016. Nov. 05. 13:00
Virtual Accelerator concept EtherCamp plans to provide not only a decentralized method of competition, but fundraising as well. With its annual online hackathon, it presents a model which could change the way developers and entrepreneurs present their ideas to potential backers. Also read: Reports of China Banning Bitcoin Are Greatly Exaggerated “We wanted to build something that’s truly
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2016. Nov. 05. 11:00
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published on Thursday the agenda and panelists for its upcoming Fintech forum. Also read: Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Launches Blockchain Voting Services The forum will discuss fintech innovations, including blockchain technology. Valerie Szczepanik, Head of the SEC Distributed Ledger Technology Working Group, will be one of the four moderators
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2016. Nov. 04. 20:49
On November 3 the Bitcoin price took a dive from a high of US$745 to a low of $675 with news of China circling the internet. A so-called report from the publication Bloomberg had other media outlets assume that China was planning on curbing Bitcoin use in the near future. However, the reports have remained
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2016. Nov. 04. 20:18
E-tailer Overstock.com reported a $3m loss for the third quarter of this year tied to its ongoing work building a blockchain-based stock exchange.Source
2016. Nov. 04. 18:35
A concept that could enable new functionality for bitcoins on the bitcoin blockchain is being tested by Blockstream.Source
2016. Nov. 04. 18:35
A concept that could enable new functionality for bitcoins on the bitcoin blockchain is being tested by Blockstream.Source
2016. Nov. 04. 17:20
The operator of China’s interbank trading system has joined the R3 blockchain consortium.Source
2016. Nov. 04. 17:00
A blockchain platform called Iroha, created by members of the Japanese startup Soramitsu, has recently joined the Linux Foundation’s Hyperledger project for incubation. Iroha is the third project to receive incubation status, joining IBM’s Fabric project and Intel’s Sawtooth Lake. Also read: Blockchain-Based Ripple CEO Chris Larsen Steps Down Iroha Becomes the Third Hyperledger Incubation Project Members
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2016. Nov. 04. 16:00
A web-based insurance firm in China is investing in new blockchain product development, with an eye to build a services platform around the tech.Source
2016. Nov. 04. 13:56
E-commerce giant Overstock’s blockchain stock offering is set to begin later this month.Source
2016. Nov. 04. 13:14
A bitcoin and blockchain investor offers a warning about the recent increase of ICOs and appcoins.Source
2016. Nov. 04. 13:00
A federal prosecutor has come out in favor of blockchain technology as a tool for good — after years investigating those who use cryptocurrency for criminal activities. Also read: Using Blockchain to Fight the Fake Diploma Nightmare Prosecutor: ‘There’s Always A Counterfeit Public Document’ Speaking in an interview with Forbes on Wednesday, prosecutor Kathryn Haun said she understands blockchain technology
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2016. Nov. 04. 11:00
Italy’s largest taxi fleet, Cooperativa RadioTaxi 3570, now accepts bitcoin. The company boasts over 3,700 cars in Rome, providing more than 10 million cab services each year. Also read: France’s Third Largest Bus Company Accepts Bitcoin About RadioTaxi 3570 Created in November 1968 by a little more than 100 founding members, RadioTaxi 3570 is “the Roman
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2016. Nov. 04. 10:30
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2016. Nov. 03. 23:36
Bitcoin wallet Airbitz just announced a partnership with the Wings Project (wings.ai). Wings is a platform that enables the creation of decentralized autonomous organizations for Bitcoin and alternative blockchains. Also read: Storj Partners With Heroku as Marketplace Add-on Airbitz and Wings Collaborate Utilizing Edge Security With DAO Platform Airbitz’s joint effort with the Wings project will provide the platform
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2016. Nov. 03. 22:04
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2016. Nov. 03. 21:46
Reports that China may soon take actions to limit domestic bitcoin exchanges caused notable market activity today.Source
2016. Nov. 03. 20:23
An international body of regulators and government officials created in the wake of the 2008 financial panic is expanding its work on blockchain.Source
2016. Nov. 03. 20:00
Microsoft Azure has officially released the templates of its Ethereum Consortium Network development. With the product, users can deploy its Ethereum-based platform to create their own consortiums. Also read: Circle’s Bitcoin Services Now Available In Spain & Ireland Microsoft Introduces “1-Click” Ethereum Private Network The Microsoft Azure platform has introduced its quick start template for an
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2016. Nov. 03. 19:01
Tokyo police have arrested a man accused of buying bitcoin with stolen money.Source
2016. Nov. 03. 18:16
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! Time-based cryptocurrency initiative ChronoBank.io has launched its new website, aiming to raise awareness for its coming multi-blockchain ICO. ChronoBank.io, a project that aims to revolutionise the short-term recruitment sector in the same way that Uber
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2016. Nov. 03. 17:13
One of Thailand’s leading commercial banks is working with IBM on applying blockchain to its transaction services.Source
2016. Nov. 03. 17:00
China observers have noticed a pivot in the national government’s approach to blockchain technology and even Bitcoin recently. But where did this come from? Asia’s Bitcoin ambassador Willson Lee has revealed some behind-the-scenes machinations could be driving change. Also read: 42 Banks Join New Japanese Blockchain Consortium People Need to Understand Bitcoin, and New Technology Needs a
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2016. Nov. 03. 14:56
The European Union is moving closer to establishing a dedicated task force focused on digital currencies.Source
2016. Nov. 03. 13:59
Veteran blockchain and digital currency lawyers Marco Santori and Patrick Murck have officially joined Cooley LLP.Source
2016. Nov. 03. 13:35
Microsoft's new Ethereum Consortium Blockchain Network is designed to let groups of companies more easily capitalize on blockchain efficiencies.Source
2016. Nov. 03. 13:00
The Bank of Canada has announced that it will soon publish the results of its own coordinated blockchain experiment. As part of the project, the bank built a functioning blockchain prototype and fiat-backed digital token. Also read: Singapore’s Central Bank Creates Financial Tech Partnerships The Central Bank of Canada Has Tested Blockchain Protocol Carolyn Wilkins, the
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2016. Nov. 03. 12:35
ABN Amro has become the latest financial institution to join the R3 blockchain consortium.Source
2016. Nov. 03. 11:00
Just this past week, Wikileaks revealed Hillary Clinton’s decision to avoid accepting donations in Bitcoin for her presidential campaign. This leak came on the heels of the Clinton Campaign’s announcement of an Initiative on Technology & Innovation where she used the phrase “public service blockchain applications,” in her proposal. So why would this self-proclaimed ‘pro-women’
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2016. Nov. 02. 22:51
An unstoppable bug has reignited discussion about the safety of smart contracts.Source
2016. Nov. 02. 22:05
An effort to create a template for digital currency legislation in the US could be finalized by the end of the summer.Source
2016. Nov. 02. 20:00
Financial technology, Bitcoin, and blockchain startups may soon face regulatory oversight from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). The organization is creating an office focused on the emerging fintech economy and implementing “responsible innovation.” Also read: Circle’s Bitcoin Services Now Available In Spain & Ireland U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
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2016. Nov. 02. 17:37
Switzerland is moving to regulate bitcoin and blockchain tech.Source
2016. Nov. 02. 16:07
The Ontario Securities Commission is seeking representatives from the digital currency and blockchain industry for a new advisory panel on fintech.Source
2016. Nov. 02. 16:07
The Ontario Securities Commission is seeking representatives from the digital currency and blockchain industry for a new advisory panel on fintech.Source
2016. Nov. 02. 14:37
An insurance and reinsurance industry trade organization headquartered in the UK is launching a new blockchain research project.Source
2016. Nov. 02. 13:00
Blockchain-based Ripple has been rigorously moving its technology forward. Now, the U.S.-based gross settlement system has announced CEO Chris Larsen is stepping down. Larsen will be replaced by former AOL and Yahoo executive on January 1, 2017. Also read: New Santander App Combines Ripple & ApplePay Ripple Will Have a New CEO Next Year San Francisco-based Ripple
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2016. Nov. 02. 12:55
One bitcoin entrepreneur isn't going down without a fight, following the promulgation of the BitLicense regulation and his company's subsequent failure.Source
2016. Nov. 02. 12:55
One bitcoin entrepreneur isn't going down without a fight, following the promulgation of the BitLicense regulation and his company's subsequent failure.Source
2016. Nov. 02. 12:55
One bitcoin entrepreneur isn't going down without a fight, following the promulgation of the BitLicense regulation and his company's subsequent failure.Source
2016. Nov. 02. 11:00
42 banks are joining a newly-created Japanese blockchain consortium to enhance the cross-border payment industry. The consortium will focus on research and development, and will cover domestic and foreign exchange services by utilizing blockchain technology. Also read: Japan Set to Be Major Funding Source for Blockchain Companies SBI Holdings and Ripple Asia Launch 42 Bank Consortium The Japanese blockchain
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2016. Nov. 02. 03:40
Zcash traded at twice the price of bitcoin on 1st November, as the market for this newly listed digital currency moved closer to equilibrium.Source
2016. Nov. 01. 22:06
A Brooklyn blockchain startup has been awarded a patent for its work using the tech to facilitate peer-to-peer energy transfers.Source
2016. Nov. 01. 22:06
A Brooklyn blockchain startup has been awarded a patent for its work using the tech to facilitate peer-to-peer energy transfers.Source
2016. Nov. 01. 20:12
A startup contest hosted by professional services firm Ernst & Young ended with three blockchain companies receiving honors.Source
2016. Nov. 01. 19:19
A major securities brokerage in Japan is reportedly testing a blockchain-based stock trading system in Myanmar.Source
2016. Nov. 01. 17:05
A distributed ledger project dubbed Iroha has been accepted for incubation status by the Linux Foundation-led Hyperledger blockchain initiative.Source
2016. Nov. 01. 17:00
Bitcoin company Circle Financial recently announced it’s expanding into Spain and Ireland. The firm is also focused on pricing aimed at “consumer value exchange” with a vast array of currencies. Also read: Storj Partners With Heroku as Marketplace Add-on Circle Financial Available to Spain and Ireland Residents Founded in 2013 by Sean Neville and Jeremy Allaire, Boston-based Circle
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2016. Nov. 01. 14:00
Distributed ledger startup Ripple has announced its current CEO will soon step down.Source
2016. Nov. 01. 13:22
Japanese bank SBI Group has launched a blockchain consortium focused on its domestic market.Source
2016. Nov. 01. 12:02
BTCC announced today that it will be adding US dollar (USD) to its existing bitcoin exchange service.Source
2016. Nov. 01. 11:00
New York regulators have issued just two BitLicense permits in the 18 months since the regulations became law, it has been revealed — while rejecting four. Also read: No Bitcoin Treasure Island yet as Iceland’s Pirate Party Falls Short Patrick Murck: BitLicense ‘Put Industry Behind’ A Reuters request also revealed the BitLicense program has an application backlog
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2016. Nov. 01. 11:00
Multinational financial services corporation Mastercard recently released three blockchain application programming interfaces (API). The company’s Mastercard Labs unveiled the development, which focuses on a blockchain core API, a fast pay network interface, and a smart contracts API. Also read: Visa and MasterCard Secretly Increase Processing Fees Mastercard Joins Distributed Ledger Race Mastercard is a giant
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2016. Nov. 01. 07:00
The Bitcoin Store, a bitcoin-only e-commerce platform run by the operators of Bitcoin.com, is donating 10 percent of its apparel sales from November 1st to 24th to the Ronald McDonald House of the Capital Region, as an initiative for Giving Tuesday. Also read: Bitcoin and Blockchain Open New Management Frontiers Ronald McDonald House Charities is a
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2016. Nov. 01. 04:09
Today is Bitcoin’s Birthday. Satoshi Nakamoto released the Bitcoin Whitepaper eight years ago today, on October 31, 2008. Also Read: Bitcoin and Blockchain Open New Management Frontiers At the time, many people who first read the paper became interested in the background technology, and several wanted to see it in a working state. It seems very
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