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December AugustAbra Launches Blockchain Remittance App in US
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 30. 23:59
After months of small-scale testing in the Philippines, blockchain payments app Abra launched in the US today. New Blockchain.com Portal Declares World Open for Business
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 30. 22:00
There’s a new website in crypto-land called Blockchain.com brought to you by the popular wallet and blockchain explorer firm Blockchain.info (BC.info). The sleek new site offers industry news, a free wallet, support, information on merchant services and industry jobs, as well as insight into how Bitcoin technology is enabling individual prosperity and more control over our wealth. Also read: Deloitte &
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As Block Size Debate Flares, Bitcoin Scaling Solution Enters Next Phase
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 30. 20:26
The volunteer community that develops the code for bitcoin’s software has entered a new phase of testing for Segregated Witness. Citi: Bitcoin Won’t Disrupt Banks, Remittances or Card Networks
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 30. 18:54
A new research report by banking giant Citi asserts that it does not view bitcoin and other digital currencies as a disruptive threat. Citi: Bitcoin is an Opportunity for Banks, Not a Threat
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 30. 18:54
A new research report by banking giant Citi asserts that it does not view bitcoin and other digital currencies as a disruptive threat. OTC Trading: An Inside Look at How Whales Move Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 30. 18:00
A recent conversation shone a new light on over-the-counter, or OTC, bitcoin trading — suggesting much of the large-scale movements between fiat and cryptocurrencies happens away from the exchange books. Also read: 4 Reasons Why Bitcoin is Outperforming Everything Entrepreneur and well-known bitcoin investor Vinny Lingham — co-founder and CEO of Civic Technologies, and former CEO
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Outside the Spotlight, Stellar is Pulling Banks into Orbit
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 30. 17:45
Stellar founder Jed McCaleb takes on a new role as the company he co-founded takes another step towards serving the unbanked. 5 Takeaways from CoinDesk’s “Understanding Ethereum” Report
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 30. 16:22
CoinDesk provides five takeaways and unique data analysis from its latest "Understanding Ethereum" report. 5 Takeaways from CoinDesk’s 'Understanding Ethereum' Report
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 30. 15:48
CoinDesk provides five takeaways and unique data analysis from its latest "Understanding Ethereum" report. Turing Robotic Reveals Video of Upcoming Sailfish OS Phone
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 30. 15:00
Turing Robotic Industries (TRI) has pushed back its delivery date to July 12th. However, in a recent newsletter to the fans, the company featured a video that shows the device running on the new Sailfish OS 2.0. Also read: Time for Russia ‘To Ban Bans’ Says Putin Business Advisor CEO Syl Chao sincerely thanked all the supporters for their patience in a recent letter,
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IBM Completes Blockchain Identity Trial With Crédit Mutuel
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 30. 13:37
IBM has completed a blockchain project with Crédit Mutuel Arkéa that found the two firms using the technology to verify customer identities. Bitcoiners Respond: How Will the Halving Affect BTC Price?
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 30. 12:00
Back in May, Bitcoin.com received some intriguing answers when we asked a bunch of cryptocurrency enthusiasts what they would do if one bitcoin reached a value of $10,000 USD. Now, in yet another installment of ‘Bitcoiners Respond,’ Bitcoin.com asked how will the approaching block reward halving affect BTC price. Also read: Blockchain Technology: Making Smart Guns Smarter The latest question
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Blockchain Technology: Making Smart Guns Smarter
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 30. 02:00
Bitcoin.com spoke with Blocksafe CEO Kevin Barnes, whose startup brings blockchain and P2P networking to smart gun technology. This solution has the potential to eliminate unauthorized gun access, track missing firearms, and more importantly, reduce overall violence. Also read: Peter Todd Urges Boycott of Bitcoin ‘Deterioration’ Proposal BIP75 Blockchain Meets ‘Smart Gun’ Technology Kevin Barnes is a
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Winklevoss Bitcoin Trust Moves Filing to BATS Exchange
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 29. 23:43
The Winklevoss Bitcoin Trust is no longer attempting to list on Nasdaq, according to an SEC document filed today. For Ether Investors, All Eyes Remain on Divisive Fork Debate
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 29. 22:56
The price of ether remains volatile following the loss of investor funds by one of the blockchain platform's signature projects. Decentralized Storage Platform Sia Launches Beta
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 29. 22:00
The decentralized storage platform Sia has announced it will release its beta version shortly with a graphical user interface (GUI) and an instant wallet. The project has been anticipated since late 2015 since the developing team launched the project, which is similar to concepts such as Filecoin and Storj. Also read: Buyer Beware! The Definitive OneCoin
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Decentralized Storage Platform Sia Comes Out of Beta
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 29. 22:00
The decentralized storage platform Sia has announced it has released its 1.0 version with a graphical user interface (GUI) and an instant wallet. The project has been anticipated since late 2015 since the developing team launched the project, which is similar to concepts such as Filecoin and Storj. Also read: Buyer Beware! The Definitive OneCoin Ponzi
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Why Ethereum Needs 'Dumb' Contracts
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 29. 19:50
Ethereum entrepreneur Daniel Cawrey discusses the recent demise of The DAO and how that impacts the future of smart contracts. This A16z-Backed Startup is Building a 'Virtual Galaxy' for Bitcoin Nodes
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 29. 19:06
The developers of an effort to create a distributed network of servers called Urbit is hoping to help make it easier for users to run bitcoin nodes. This A16z Startup is Building a 'Virtual Galaxy' for Bitcoin Nodes
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 29. 19:06
The developers of an effort to create a distributed network of servers called Urbit is hoping to help make it easier for users to run bitcoin nodes. Specter of Ethereum Hard Fork Worries Australian Banking Group
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 29. 18:10
As the ethereum community debates a hard fork option to undo losses sustained by The DAO, ANZ is questioning the credibility of public blockchains. Princeton University Unveils New Bitcoin Texbook
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 29. 18:00
Educating the world on Bitcoin and blockchain technology is a top priority to grow the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Princeton University has revealed a new book on these topics, called “Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies: A Comprehensive Introduction.” Also read: Deloitte & ConsenSys Book Ticket on Blockchain Bandwagon Educational Books on Bitcoin & Its Technology Throughout the years, many
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Princeton University Unveils New Bitcoin Textbook
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 29. 18:00
Educating the world on Bitcoin and blockchain technology is a top priority to grow the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Princeton University has revealed a new book on these topics, called “Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies: A Comprehensive Introduction.” Also read: Deloitte & ConsenSys Book Ticket on Blockchain Bandwagon Educational Books on Bitcoin & Its Technology Throughout the years, many
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Chinese Yuan Devaluation Fails to Fuel Bitcoin Price Rally
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 29. 15:34
The price of bitcoin failed to increase despite the fact the yuan-dollar exchange rate was close to its lowest point since 2010 this week. SatoshiLabs Partners with Tech Bureau Bringing Trezor to Japan
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 29. 15:00
Fintech company Tech Bureau, located in Osaka, Japan, announced that its subsidiary, bitcoin exchange Zaif, has partnered with SatoshiLabs to help distribute the Trezor Wallet across the Japanese region. Also read: Russian Prime Minister: DAO’s an ‘Interesting Challenge’ for Lawmakers Tech Bureau & SatoshiLabs Bringing Trezor to Japan Since Spring 2016, Japanese Bitcoin enthusiasm has significantly increased, according to Tech Bureau. Individuals and organizations located
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Bitcoin Impact Unclear as Chinese Legislators Draft 'Virtual Property' Law
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 29. 14:40
Reports that a new Chinese draft bill would cover digital currencies appear exaggerated, according to local sources. Bitcoin Impact Unlikely as Chinese Legislators Draft 'Virtual Property' Law
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 29. 14:40
Reports that a new Chinese draft bill would cover digital currencies appear exaggerated, according to local sources. Peter Todd Urges Boycott of Bitcoin ‘Deterioration’ Proposal BIP75
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 29. 12:00
Both Peter Todd and Andreas Antonopoulos have voiced their distaste for the latest Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP75)’s know-your-customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) aspects. Also read: ‘As If Identity Was the Goal’: Antonopoulos Slams Blockchain KYC BIP75: ‘A Bad Strategy for Bitcoin’ The update, known as BIP75 and co-authored by developers from Netki and Breadwallet,
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New Vulnerability May Prevent Ethereum Soft Fork
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 23:00
One possible solution to the attack that led to the draining of funds from The DAO is now believed to include an exploit of its own. Deloitte & ConsenSys Book Ticket on Blockchain Bandwagon
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 28. 21:00
Deloitte and ConsenSys Enterprise are partnering up to enhance their enterprise blockchain solutions amid growing pressure to deliver a robust product for the financial industry. Also read: China’s Proposed New Law Recognizes Bitcoin as ‘People’s Rights’ ConsenSys & Deloitte Partner Up Cryptocurrency enthusiasts have noted how there is a lot of hype surrounding blockchain technology. Financial
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The Inventor of the Merkle Tree Wants DAOs to Rule the World
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 20:31
Cryptography pioneer Ralph Merkle recently returned to the crypto community to advocate for the spread of what he calls "DAO democracy". Engineering Giant Siemens to Invest in Blockchain Startups
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 20:04
German engineering giant Siemens plans to invest in blockchain startups and projects through a newly created business unit backed by $1.1b in capital. Siemens to Invest in Blockchain Startups
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 20:04
German engineering giant Siemens plans to invest in blockchain startups and projects through a newly created business unit backed by $1.1b in capital. North Carolina Senate Approves Bitcoin Bill
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 18:22
A bill requiring money transmission licenses for companies working with digital currencies in the state of North Carolina has passed. Time for Russia ‘To Ban Bans’ Says Putin Business Advisor
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 28. 18:00
Russian president Vladimir Putin’s business advisor has said the country should “become the world leader in the Blockchain space.” Also read: Russian Prime Minister: DAO’s an ‘Interesting Challenge’ for Lawmakers Putin’s Advisor: ‘Time to Ban Bans’ Speaking to news resource Znak, Boris Titov, who also leads the rival, supposedly Kremlin-allied Party of Growth, advocated Bitcoin’s underlying
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Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton Pledges Support for Blockchain
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 17:32
US presidential candidate Hillary Clinton has announced she will support blockchain applications as part of her planned tech platform. Brazil's Banco Bradesco Joins R3 Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 15:51
A major Brazilian banking institution has become the latest member of distributed ledger consortium R3. IBM Opens Blockchain Garage in New York
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 15:00
IBM has announced the opening of a new office for blockchain coders in a trendy New York City neighborhood. IBM Opens Blockchain Garage in New York City
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 15:00
IBM has announced the opening of a new office for blockchain coders in a trendy New York City neighborhood. China’s Proposed New Law Recognizes Bitcoin as ‘People’s Rights’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 28. 14:00
Virtual properties and data, including digital currencies, could be officially “People’s Rights” in China, following the publication of a new Civil Code General Provisions Draft. This gives citizens greater legal protection over non-physical property. Also read: Bitcoin Price Rally: ‘Hot Money in China Has to Go Somewhere’ ‘Civil Rights Objects’ If the law is passed, Bitcoin
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Bitcoin ‘More Stable Than Euro and Pound’ After Record Brexit Trading
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 28. 12:00
Bitcoin has gained stability and credibility following increased use in the aftermath of the UK Brexit vote, with record trading levels set. Also read: Reggie Middleton: ‘The Problem is Not Brexit. It’s the Euro’ Long-Term Investor Safety Contrary to the UK pound sterling, which dropped 10 percent after the results to a 31-year low against
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Kraken Snatches CleverCoin, Consolidates Position in EU
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 28. 08:47
Kraken has continued its recent spree of acquisitions by purchasing Netherlands-based exchange CleverCoin for an undisclosed sum. Also read: Kraken Snatches Two Competitor Exchanges, Expands to North America Kraken Acquires CleverCoin CleverCoin’s existing customers will be switched to the Kraken platform almost immediately, starting June29th. Account holders will be directed to Kraken to update their information. CleverCoin
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Kraken Acquires Dutch Bitcoin Exchange CleverCoin
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 06:00
San Francisco-based digital currency exchange Kraken is making yet another acquisition, scooping up Dutch exchange CleverCoin. Multiple Bidders Claim $16 Million in Australian Bitcoin Auction
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 28. 04:58
As many as four bidders have claimed $16m in bitcoin recently auctioned off in Australia by Ernst & Young. ItBit Explores Adding Ether to Bitcoin Exchange
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 27. 23:01
ItBit is evaluating whether to add support for ether, according to its CEO. Bid to Blacklist The DAO Attacker Moves Ahead With Ethereum Soft Fork Vote
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 27. 21:19
Mining pools have largely adopted a patch that would blacklist addresses connected to The DAO, the Ethereum-based funding vehicle, after its collapse. Bid to Blacklist The DAO Attacker Advances With Ethereum Soft Fork Vote
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 27. 21:19
Mining pools have largely adopted a patch that would blacklist addresses connected to The DAO, the Ethereum-based funding vehicle, after its collapse. Bitcoin is Not A Safe Haven and That’s OK
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 27. 20:00
There has been a lot of talk about investors looking to Bitcoin as a safe haven for their investment portfolio. Safe haven markets are very small and hard to get into. Bitcoin may not fit that bill as perfectly as some people think it does. Also read: Tor Project Enlists Security Researchers to Counter FBI
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How the 'Brexit' Could Impact the UK's Blockchain Influence
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 27. 19:45
Friendly regulatory policies were rapidly turning London into a capital for blockchain innovation, but has the 'Brexit' changed this? Bitcoin’s Smart Contracts Will Have Additional Safeguards
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 27. 17:00
Counterparty will introduce a series of safeguards into its Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) on the Bitcoin blockchain – including a ban on rollbacks, author responsibility for smart contracts and a deactivation switch controlled by community vote. Also read: Counterparty Gives Bitcoin Ethereum-Style Smart Contracts Developers have formulated these measures in response to one user’s exploit
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Blockchain Named Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 27. 16:16
Blockchain Recognized for its Commitment to Creating an Open, Accessible and Fair Financial Future. Tianjin, People’s Republic of China, 27 June 2016 – Blockchain, the world’s leading provider of block chain technology, was today named a World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer, joining a selection of the world’s most innovative companies. Pioneers were recognized for their
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Ex-JPMorgan Strategist: Euro Collapse Will Fuel Bitcoin's Growth
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 27. 15:38
The owner of a bitcoin investment fund is arguing investors should begin preparing for the "death of the euro" following last week's 'Brexit'. Why Bitcoin Block Space is like Starbucks Coffee
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 27. 15:00
Recently I’ve seen a number of people in the Bitcoin ecosystem commenting that they think Bitcoin blocks should always be completely full. This is analogous to thinking that Starbucks should always be completely sold out of coffee. Block space is like coffee in that it is a consumer good. When consumers buy coffee, they are
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Bitcoin Exchange Raises $16 Million in Ongoing Series A
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 27. 13:55
A bitcoin exchange startup based in Singapore has raised $16m in new funding as part of an ongoing Series A. Bitcoin Exchange Raises $16 Million in Ongoing Series A Funding
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 27. 13:55
A bitcoin exchange startup based in Singapore has raised $16m in new funding as part of an ongoing Series A. Buyer Beware! The Definitive OneCoin Ponzi Exposé
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 27. 12:00
Bitcoin.com chatted with Tim Tayshun, owner and operator of ezCoinAccess, who has been in the industry for quite some time. Tayshun gives our readers a definitive well-researched synopsis of the alleged ponzi and cryptocurrency MLM scandal called Onecoin. He believes he has provided enough information here (which is extensive) to prove that Onecoin is indeed a scam
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Tor Project Enlists Security Researchers to Counter FBI Snooping
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 27. 05:00
It seems Tor is putting back up its defenses after discovering the FBI had broken through them earlier this year. According to a new paper, developers at the Tor Project have been working closely with security researchers to create a “hardened” version of the browser. Also read: Unconfirmed Transactions, Support & Open Dialogue Tor Strikes
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How Should We Prepare Smart Contracts to Replace Law Firms?
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 27. 02:53
With the recent attack on the Ethereum DAO, it raises the question of how much technical knowledge do individuals and organizations need to know before applying smart contracts to their businesses? Also read: UK Credit Rating Downgraded Amid Post-Brexit Uncertainty Smart Contracts Have a Ways to go and Need Developers Recently, an article from the Australian Financial
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Why Focusing on Bitcoin's Customer Experience Matters
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 26. 18:18
IBM's Martin Hagelstrom looks at how bitcoin can achieve growth in a market full of digital payments systems run by tech and finance giants. Unconfirmed Transactions, Support & Open Dialogue
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 26. 18:00
Lately, there have been issues with unconfirmed transactions in the Bitcoin world. One experience I had dealing with this problem was on February 29th as I waited three days for a large sum transaction to confirm. This is the longest I’ve had to wait for confirmation. However, quite a bit of the time since then,
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Fixing Bitcoin's Big UX Problem
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 26. 16:18
Richard Svinkin is co-founder and COO at bitcoin remittance service Freemit, and a former UX lead for Kodak and Merck. In this opinion piece, Svinkin argues that the bitcoin industry's attempts to revamp the technology's user experience have so far been misguided, and that they may have obscured the true value of the technology. The […] Reggie Middleton: ‘The Problem is Not Brexit. It’s the Euro’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 26. 15:00
Bitcoin.com caught up with the founder of Veritaseum Reggie Middleton who shared his thoughts on the higher Bitcoin price, The DAO’s proposed fork “bailout,” and why the Euro is doomed following Brexit. Middleton is known for making predictions about the crash of markets and large financial institutions long before they occur. He has been called
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UK Credit Rating Downgraded Amid Post-Brexit Uncertainty
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 26. 05:00
The economic fallout from Britain’s surprise decision to leave the European Union could continue for a while, with Moody’s lowering the country’s long-term issuer and debt rating from “stable” to “negative.” Also read: India’s Reserve Bank Talks Up Blockchain Amidst Brexit Fears The rating affects rates the UK must pay to borrow money. Both Moody’s
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Centralized Data Leak Exposes 154 Million Voter Records
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 26. 03:03
A large voter database leak, uncovered by white hat hacker Chris Vickery, recently exposed 154 voter records. The records included sensitive data about these voters including gun ownership information and even preferences on certain issues like gay marriage. Also read: Darknet Purchases Increasing as Drug War Continues to Fail The hack comes at a time when
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Darknet Purchases Increasing as Drug War Continues to Fail
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 26. 00:51
Shopping for drugs on darknet marketplaces is growing despite authorities’ concerted efforts to shut them down, according to a new survey. Also read: OpenBazaar is Here but Darknet Markets Will Remain The Darknet Lives The Global Drug Survey 2016 (GDS) reports that almost one in 10 participants (9.3 percent) have purchased drugs on the internet
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Gold Surges, Bitcoin Holds Strong in Brexit Aftermath
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 25. 19:25
The Brexit is a doom scenario for traditional finance all over the world. As stock markets continue to lose ground, and the Pound Sterling devalues, there is an increased interest in gold and silver. Bitcoin, that other scarce store of value, is doing quite well too. Also read: India’s Reserve Bank Talks Up Blockchain Amidst
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Understanding The DAO Hack for Journalists
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 25. 17:00
Blockchain strategist David Siegel gives a step-by-step overview of the attack on The DAO for journalists and media members. Understanding The DAO Attack
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 25. 17:00
Blockchain strategist David Siegel gives a step-by-step overview of the attack on The DAO for journalists and media members. Ethereum for the Overwhelmed Layman
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 25. 14:00
Confused about Ethereum? Cryptocurrency investment fund manager Jacob Eliosoff gives his ELI5 overview of the emerging tech. India’s Reserve Bank Talks Up Blockchain Amidst Brexit Fears
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 25. 12:00
Central bankers everywhere are looking wide-eyed at the underlying technology that powers the cryptocurrency Bitcoin. Now with the economic uncertainty brought on by the reality of Brexit, the Reserve Bank of India is preparing by studying blockchain technology and stashing forex reserves. Also read: Community Opinion of Ethereum Uncertain Following DAO Attack Reserve Bank of India
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‘As If Identity Was the Goal’: Antonopoulos Slams Blockchain KYC
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 25. 02:06
At his most recent talk in Toronto, Andreas Antonopoulos pointed out the folly of relying on tradition — particularly that of using identity verification — or what he calls the “means” that’s no longer needed to achieve the end in blockchain transactions. Also read: Brexit Effect on UK Bitcoin Taxation & Exchanges The End to the Means On June 20-21, Mastering Bitcoin author Andreas Antonopoulos,
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Bitcoin Rollercoaster Rides Brexit As Ether Price Holds Amid DAO Debacle
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 25. 00:30
Bitcoin and ether prices rode a rollercoaster during the week ending 24th June, a period defined by the UK's vote to leave the European Union. The DAO’s Existential Crisis: Bitcoin Still Not Affected
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 25. 00:00
Disclaimer: This is a legal analysis (But Not Legal Advice) regarding the DAO exploit. Nothing herein is intended to be understood as legal advice. Consult a lawyer qualified to provide legal advice in your jurisdiction. Are smart contract implementations requiring zero human intervention reliable? A thousand years of legal history and the DAO suggest something
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Needham: 'Brexit' Boosts Bitcoin Price, But Too Early to Call it a Safe Haven
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 24. 22:18
A new research note from Needham & Company asserts it might be too early to call bitcoin a “safe haven” asset. Blockchain Startup Everledger Joins MasterCard Incubator
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 24. 19:59
MasterCard has selected diamond provenance startup Everledger for its summer startup incubator. One of seven companies to join the 2016 Start Path Global program, Everledger will receive assistance from MasterCard to scale its operations and enter new markets. The startups will begin the program by working with MasterCard during a week-long immersion in London, followed […] 31 Chinese Firms Form Financial Blockchain Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 24. 18:50
A group of technology and finance companies in Shenzhen, China, have launched a new blockchain consortium. Meet BEWP: The Bitcoin-Enabled WIFI Portal
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 24. 18:00
A new project was unveiled during this year’s annual Libertarian event Porcfest in New Hampshire called BEWP, a Bitcoin-Enabled Wi-Fi Portal that serves as a wireless connection through the internal router with a Bitcoin paywall. Also read: Ethereum Miners Back Buterin’s Soft Fork BEWP is a Bitcoin-Enabled Wi-Fi Portal The Bitcoin-Enabled WIFI Portal (BEWP) was unveiled by Agorist Hosting,
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BNP Paribas Lab to Focus on Distributed Ledgers
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 24. 16:50
BNP Paribas Securities Services has announced a new innovation lab that will focus on big data and distributed ledger tech. CoinDesk’s Ethereum Research Report Now Available
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 24. 16:00
CoinDesk Research has released "Understanding Ethereum", a 48-page deep dive into one of the most exciting blockchain projects today. EURO 2016 Sees BTC Flow to Sports Betting Sites
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 24. 15:00
Bitcoin sports sweepstakes site Sportsbet.io has seen a 20% increase in stakes in just two weeks of the EURO 2016 championships. Also read: Bitcoin.com Launches a High-Stakes Casino EURO 2016 Attracting Bitcoin Users Coin Gaming’s new site, which launched June 1 with technical support from sister site Bitcasino.io, has demonstrated the continued interest in Bitcoin
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The DAO Shows Blockchain Can't Code Away Social Problems
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 24. 14:30
CoinDesk columnist Bailey Reutzel takes aim at what she believes are the social misconceptions that led to the debacle at The DAO. Brexit Effect on UK Bitcoin Taxation & Exchanges
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 24. 12:00
While traditional markets are reeling from Brexit, how much of an impact will it have on the Bitcoin industry, such as UK Bitcoin exchanges, who may face new regulatory guidelines when dealing with EU customers? Moreover, how will this historic vote affect taxation of virtual currency? Also read: Blockchain Book “Chasing Casascius” is the most advanced book launch in history, and is
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Blockchain Book “Chasing Casascius” is the most advanced book launch in history, and is selling out fast
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 24. 08:47
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! Chasing Casascius is a photobook and that uses bitcoin and associated terminology in its story about a “Block Explorer” seeking an “orphaned block” depicted as a Casascius Gold Plated Bar. Casascius Gold Plated
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Bitcoin Price Spikes to $650 as Outlook Shifts for ‘Brexit’
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 24. 05:12
The price of bitcoin is rising at press time, passing the $650 mark just a day after dropping to a weekly low of $550. Purse.io CTO: Ethereum ‘Not Learning from History’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 24. 00:00
Purse.io CTO Chris Jeffery has stated Ethereum “is not learning from history” while ignoring the threats to its stability that Bitcoin solved many years ago. Also read: Ethereum Miners Back Buterin’s Soft Fork Learning From Bitcoin’s Mistakes In a blog post, the developer requested Ethereum’s developers to “learn from the mistakes, just like bitcoin did.”
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CoinDesk’s Ethereum Research Report Now Available
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 23:18
CoinDesk Research has released "Understanding Ethereum", a 48-page deep dive into one of the most exciting blockchain projects today. Survey: Blockchain Capital Markets Spending to Reach $1 Billion in 2016
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 22:34
A new survey estimates that finance companies will invest as much as $1bn on blockchain initiatives related to capital markets in 2016. Ex-Ethereum CEO: Foundation Should Not Intervene to Save The DAO
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 21:58
Ethereum's first CEO said he believes the current situation at The DAO was fueled by "greed and arrogance". Mizuho Financial Group Partners with IBM in Blockchain Venture
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 23. 21:00
Private blockchains are making their way into the financial sector. Mizuho Financial Group and IBM are working on using this technology for settlement through virtual currency. Also read: Community Opinion of Ethereum Uncertain Following DAO Attack The name Mizuho Financial Group is becoming synonymous with blockchain in the financial sector these days. In February of
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Dutch Central Bank Presents Results of Cryptocurrency Experiments
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 19:59
A senior official for the central bank of The Netherlands recently presented the results of two internal cryptocurrency tests. New FCC Rules Could Block Your E-Wallet
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 23. 18:00
On June 14, a three-judge panel of the D.C. Court of Appeals rendered a surprise 2-to-1 decision that handed the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) complete authority to enforce Net Neutrality. Also read: Kazakhstan Exploring ‘Number of Options’ for Blockchain Use FCC as a ‘Social Regulator’ It was a surprise because only a partial FCC victory
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Toyota Financial Services Joins R3 Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 17:23
Toyota joins R3CEV, making it the first member of the auto industry to join the distributed ledger consortium. Poland to Explore Blockchain Tech in Government Digitization Effort
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 16:05
Poland's Ministry of Digital Affairs is taking steps that may find it promoting digital currencies and blockchain technology. Bitcoin Empire: First Ever Board Game with Virtual Currency
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 23. 15:00
Integrating Bitcoin into video games is not a new phenomenon, but what about an actual physical game that is themed around the currency? Bitcoin Empire is what you get, the first ever Bitcoin-themed card game has arrived on Kickstarter. Also read: Community Opinion of Ethereum Uncertain Following DAO Attack Bitcoin Empire: The First Ever Bitcoin Card
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Mizuho Tests Digital Currency-Powered Blockchain Settlement
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 14:43
Mizuho Financial Group announced today that it has tested the use of a token-based blockchain settlement system. Mizuho Tests Digital Currency-Powered Settlement
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 14:43
Built in partnership with IBM Mizuho Financial Group announced today that it has tested the use of a token-based blockchain settlement system. Circle Raises $60m, Expands to China on Global Ambitions
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 23. 10:00
The Boston-based company Circle Financial has just finished a new $60 million Series D funding round from a conglomerate of Chinese investors. The firm also announced its global expansion plans starting with China. Also read: Euroclear Announces New Blockchain-Based Gold Settlement Encircling the Globe The startup Circle a Bitcoin-based service has done well for itself since its inception
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Colu Raises $9.6 Million to Promote Blockchain-Based Local Currencies
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 06:59
Tel Aviv-based blockchain startup Colu has raised $9.6m amid a shift in its business model to local currency issuance. Bitcoin Price Drops $100 As ‘Brexit’ Hopes Falter
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 04:42
The price of bitcoin fell $100 during a five-hour span today, dropping 15% over the current session as macroeconomic worries faded. Bitcoin Price Drops Below $600 As ‘Brexit’ Hopes Falter
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 04:42
The price of bitcoin fell $100 during a five-hour span today, dropping 15% over the current session as macroeconomic worries faded. Community Opinion of Ethereum Uncertain Following DAO Attack
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 23. 02:00
On June 17th, it was reported that The DAO was hacked and had $50 million stolen from its funds. The initial reaction was dramatic as both the DAO token (DAO) and Ethereum (ETH) lost a large percentage of their values within hours. Also read: Euroclear Announces New Blockchain-Based Gold Settlement ETH, DAO Values Plummet The
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Blockchain Startup Circle Raises $60 Million Amid China Expansion
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 01:23
Blockchain-based social payments app Circle has raised $60m in new funding as it expands to China. Ether Prices Fluctuate Wildly Amid Ethereum Fork Concerns
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 23. 01:20
The price of ether, the native digital asset powering the ethereum network, has fluctuated wildly over the last few days, as its developers struggled to determine how to resolve the loss of investor funds at one of the platform’s signature projects. At issue is the loss of roughly 3.6m ETH taken from a distributed autonomous […] Coinbase Integrates PayPal to Broaden its Reach
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 23. 00:04
Popular bitcoin exchange and wallet service Coinbase, otherwise known as GDAX, has recently secured a registrant base of 4 million users worldwide. Now the firm has added Paypal support for bitcoin sells and credit card purchasing options. Also read: Bitcoin’s Price Decline Sparks Flywheel Effect in Crypto Markets Coinbase Adds PayPal Support San Francisco-based Coinbase is
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Augur Core Developer Joey Krug Becomes Thiel Fellow
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 22. 22:11
The Thiel Foundation has announced its 2016 Fellows with a new class of 29 people focusing on technology and software development. Thiel Fellows receive $100,000 to work on new projects that advance technology. Also read: Trading Bitcoin on the Street: How’s LocalBitcoins Doing in 2016? A member of the cryptocurrency community now has become a Thiel
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Cornell Professor Calls for DAO 2.0 Movement
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 21:46
Emin Gün Sirer already helped identify the bug that led to an expensive exploit of The DAO. Now he's helping ensure future DAOs are safe. Cornell Professor Calls for 'DAO 2.0' Movement
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 21:46
Emin Gün Sirer already helped identify the bug that led to an expensive exploit of The DAO. Now he's helping ensure future DAOs are safe. ASX Buys Bigger Stake in Blockchain Startup DAH
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 19:24
The Australian Stock Exchange is boosting its stake in New York blockchain startup Digital Asset Holdings. Kazakhstan Exploring ‘Number of Options’ for Blockchain Use
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 22. 18:00
The National Bank of Kazakhstan is preparing “a number of options” for the use of blockchain technology this year, it has emerged. Also read: Russian Prime Minister: DAO’s an ‘Interesting Challenge’ for Lawmakers Crypto’s ‘Positive Impact’ on Kazakhstan Speaking to local news publication Tengrinews following a press conference about the plans, Daniyar Akishev, head of
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DAO Debacle Escalates: Attacker Counter-Attacks Ethereum Developers in Bid to Control Funds
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 17:41
An effort to thwart an attack on funds tied to The DAO, the ethereum-powered, smart contract-based funding vehicle, has grown more complicated. DAO Debacle Escalates: Attacker Counter-Attacks Ethereum Developers
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 17:41
An effort to thwart an attack on funds tied to The DAO, the ethereum-powered, smart contract-based funding vehicle, has grown more complicated. US Regulators Recommend Oversight for Bitcoin and Distributed Ledgers
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 16:44
Inexperience with bitcoin and distributed ledger tech could spark systemic risks, according to a report issued by US financial regulators. Hyperledger Blockchain Project Grows to 47 Members
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 15:19
The Linux Foundation-led Hyperledger project has added seven new members to its open-source "business blockchain" effort. Hyperledger Blockchain Project Grows to 44 Members
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 15:19
The Linux Foundation-led Hyperledger project has added seven new members to its open-source "business blockchain" effort. Seafile Drops PayPal After Refusing to Spy On Users
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 22. 15:00
PayPal is one of the most commonly used online payment methods in the world. At the same time, this company can force merchants to monitor user behavior or risk being cut off from the payment network. As a result, the Seafile project decided to drop PayPal due to their invasive requests. Also read: Bitcoin’s Price
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Ripple Adds 7 New Financial Institutions as Tech Partners
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 14:59
San Francisco-based distributed ledger tech provider Ripple has added seven partner financial institutions. What Ethereum's DAO Disaster Means for Bitcoin Development
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 14:05
As The DAO struggles to find its path forward after multiple attacks, entrepreneurs must find a way forward. Is bitcoin's blockchain ready for them? How Accurate is Kaiko’s Bitcoin Price Index?
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 22. 12:00
Price has been Bitcoin’s hot topic these past weeks, shooting to levels some are calling all-time highs but falling back before making a moonshot. But just how accurate is Kaiko’s Bitcoin Price Index at tracking these movements? Also read: Trading Bitcoin on the Street: How’s LocalBitcoins Doing in 2016? This is information you need to know
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Circle Execs: The DAO Proves Blockchains Require Trust
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 04:09
Circle founders Jeremy Allaire and Sean Neville weigh in on The DAO, the decentralized autonomous organization that was exploited this week. 7 Financial Firms to Build Post-Trade Blockchain for Small Businesses
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 22. 01:41
Seven financial institutions have partnered to explore how blockchain tech could benefit small enterprises. Bitcoin’s Price Decline Sparks Flywheel Effect in Crypto Markets
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 22. 01:25
The price of Bitcoin took a dive during June 20th from a high of $737 USD at 23:00 UTC and has floored to $666 at press time on Bitcoin.com’s Kaiko index. Also read: The Impostor Emerges: Craig Wright Files 50+ Blockchain Patents Some are blaming the Bitfinex outage, which took place on June 20th’s overnight into the
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Bitcoin Price Plunges Below $700 As Market Outlook Weakens
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 21. 22:33
The price of bitcoin fell below $700 on 21st June, dropping more than 10% in an aggressive correction to recent gains. Switzerland Won’t ‘Obstruct’ Bitcoin Startups, Eases Regulations
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 21. 22:00
Various members of Switzerland’s parliament have proposed a motion to reduce the regulatory burdens of blockchain startups. This could be a significant more for the future of Bitcoin technology in the country. Also read: The Impostor Emerges: Craig Wright Files 50+ Blockchain Patents Regulatory guidelines burden startups active in the world of blockchain technology. Especially
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Ethereum Developers Launch White Hat Counter-Attack on The DAO
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 21. 21:14
Reports are emerging that members of the ethereum development community are draining customer funds from The DAO. Coinbase Co-Founder Cautions Against Ethereum Hard Fork
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 21. 20:41
Digital currency exchange operator Coinbase is weighing in on the ongoing crisis in the ethereum community over the fate of The DAO. Euroclear Announces New Blockchain-Based Gold Settlement
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 21. 20:00
Euroclear is best known for being one of the world’s biggest settlement houses in the financial sector. After taking a close look at blockchain technology, the company announced their first product trial: a new settlement system for the London gold market will be created. Also read: A Pre-Launch Review of BitHappy, The Bitcoin Browser This
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Finnish City Awarded €2.4 Million to Test Blockchain-Powered Shipping
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 21. 18:44
An economic development firm owned by a Finnish city has been awarded €2.4 million to build blockchain-powered smart shipping containers. Skype Creator Will Use the Blockchain for ‘World Problems’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 21. 18:00
Skype creator Jaan Tallinn has announced he will use the blockchain to create “co-ordination mechanisms” for world problems in a new enterprise. Also read: The Impostor Emerges: Craig Wright Files 50+ Blockchain Patents Skype Creator Sees Bigger Picture Tallinn, whose pioneering P2P calling service was bought by Microsoft in 2011 for $8.5 billion, told UK
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Euroclear to Develop Blockchain Gold Settlement System
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 21. 17:40
Clearing and settlement leader Euroclear has announced its first partnership with a blockchain industry business. Post-Trade Blockchain Startup in Limbo After Raising $10 Million
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 21. 16:59
Blockchain startup Cryex is pushing back against reports it is seeking capital to stay afloat amid issues launching one of their core products. Malaysian Remittance Embraces Hybrid ‘Dragonfly Fintech’ Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 21. 15:00
Blockchain technology will be making its way to Malaysian wholesale and remittance company Metro Money Exchange shortly. The licensed enterprise signed a deal with Dragonfly Fintech to use the New Economy Movement’s blockchain technology. Also read: The DAO Crossroads: Forking or Exploiting the Attacker The name Dragonfly Fintech will ring a bell for some, as
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What We Can Learn From The DAO
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 21. 13:58
What can we learn from The DAO's downfall? Ethereum board advisor William Mougayar offers his thoughts on the path ahead. A Pre-Launch Review of BitHappy, The Bitcoin Browser
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 21. 12:00
Bitcoin.com had a chance to get a first-hand look at the upcoming application coming to Android called the BitHappy Bitcoin-based browser. Although the app is not yet available to the public, founded Steven Lee gave us an inside look at how the interface works. Also read: Vitalik Buterin Says DAO Hack ‘Fixed’, Assets Rebound BitHappy: ‘An
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The Impostor Emerges: Craig Wright Files 50+ Blockchain Patents
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 21. 05:00
According to Reuters, Craig Wright is now a patent troll. Also read: Recession on the Horizon: What Will a Downturn Mean for Bitcoin? The Australian, who claimed to be Satoshi Nakamoto, is now trying to secure many patents, according to his associates. Since the beginning of the year, Wright has filed over 50 patent applications in
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A Legal Analysis of the DAO Exploit
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 21. 02:06
NOTHING IN THIS ANALYSIS IS LEGAL ADVICE. IF YOU NEED LEGAL ADVICE, SEEK OUT A QUALIFIED ATTORNEY. News broke early Friday morning that TheDao had been exploited using a code error in TheDao software that caused a user to be paid extra amounts of ETH held by TheDao when executing a split proposal which would create a
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Investor Tim Draper is Still Buying Bitcoin and Now Owns Ether
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 20. 22:35
Two years after buying roughly 30,000 BTC, investor Tim Draper is still passionate about the technology as well as competing blockchain offerings. New Bitcoin Foundation Director Claasen ‘Exactly What Is Needed’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 20. 21:58
The Bitcoin Foundation has “unanimously” voted for Llew Claasen to be its new Executive Director, replacing the incumbent Bruce Fenton. Also read: Bitcoin Foundation Has a Few Months Left, Recent Gift Not Enough Foundation ‘In a Great Position’ Claasen’s appointment was agreed at a vote June 14, the Foundation said in a press release issued
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Why the Wrong Response to The DAO Attack Could Kill Ethereum
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 20. 20:00
Epiphyte CEO Edan Yago discusses the ongoing crisis at The DAO, and how it may affect the future of Ethereum. The Man Who Claims to Be Bitcoin's Creator is Seeking Blockchain Patents
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 20. 18:48
Alleged bitcoin creator Craig Wright is reportedly moving to secure patents focused on blockchain and digital currencies. Deloitte Blockchain Leads Depart to Launch New Startup
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 20. 18:12
Three members of Deloitte's Rubix blockchain team have left to found their own blockchain startup. Ethereum Miners Back Buterin’s Soft Fork
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 20. 16:00
Ethereum (ETH) miners have currently voted in favor of Vitalik Buterin’s soft fork following the attack on The DAO (DAO) and associated devaluation of both assets. Also read: Vitalik Buterin Says DAO Hack ‘Fixed’, Assets Rebound Soft Fork: Miners Respond The ETH creator’s rescue plan, details of which were released Friday that has since drawn both praise
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Bitcoin Foundation Names South African Investor as New Director
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 20. 16:00
Bitcoin’s oldest trade organization has voted in a new, relatively unknown executive director. $19 Million in Bitcoin Hits the Auction Block in Australia
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 20. 15:09
More than $19m worth of bitcoin is now being sold at auction, though few details are available on participants involved. Investors Slam NY Senate’s AirBnB P2P Apartment Ban
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 20. 15:00
Silicon Valley investors including Ashton Kutcher have come out in opposition to New York’s part ratification of a bill banning peer-to-peer (P2P) accommodation site Airbnb. Also read: Encryption’s Fate Uncertain as New York & France Take Public Stances Airbnb ‘Dangerous’ The bill, which was passed by Senate and now goes before Governor Andrew Cuomo, bans
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2016. Jun. 20. 12:29
On the Origins of #Money: Darwin and the Evolution of Cryptocurrency
The DAO Crossroads: Forking or Exploiting the Attacker
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 20. 12:17
There has been a lot of focus on what has been happening to The DAO. But it looks like the Slock.it team is planning a counter-attack. A plan of action is on the table as this situation needs to be addressed sooner rather than later. Also read: Recession on the Horizon: What Will a Downturn
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Recession on the Horizon: What Will a Downturn Mean for Bitcoin?
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 20. 02:00
Many experts believe that the US economy is headed into a recession, and that recession will almost certainly become a pressing issue for whoever the next president is (likely Trump or Clinton). Also read: CryptoGraffiti: Permanently Preserve Images on the Blockchain Fears about the future recession have sparked a conversation about how the next president, whoever
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CryptoGraffiti: Permanently Preserve Images on the Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 20. 00:00
Cryptograffiti.info is a web service that allows people to encode hidden messages into Bitcoin’s blockchain using a special online interface. It has recently added a new and possibly revolutionary functionality — JPG image writing to the blockchain. Also read: Blockchain is the Next Line of Defense for Cyber Security How Does CryptoGraffiti Work? A visitor can type their
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Keep Calm & Bitcoin On …as Brexit Vote Looms
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 19. 21:00
The much-anticipated Brexit vote will be held this Thursday, June 23rd, with polls showing an almost equal amount of people in favor of remaining as there are people in favor of leaving the EU. This has created an environment of uncertainty, leading people to search for alternative ways to secure their wealth. Also read: Quoine
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With Blockchain, Where There's Smoke, There's Usually More Smoke
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 19. 18:20
In this op-ed, Jonathan and Robert Wolinsky of the Genesis Project focus on the blockchain technology industry's inability to deliver on its promise. Blockchain is the Next Line of Defense for Cyber Security
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 19. 17:00
Cyber security is a growing concern among individual users and enterprises these days. State-sponsored hacking attempts are becoming more common, and there seems to be no improvement in sight. Blockchain technology could alleviate a lot of concerns, due to its decentralized and distributed nature. Also read: Quoine Gets $20M Funding as Asian Bitcoin Trading Soars
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Blockchain and Payments Infrastructure: A Regulator’s Dilemma?
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 19. 15:45
Epiphyte's Gabrielle Patrick discusses the balancing act faced by regulators in a fast-changing world and how bitcoin's blockchain could help. Security Expert: NATO ‘Cannot Mitigate Cyber-Attack’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 19. 12:00
NATO has announced that now cyber-attacks would trigger a collective response from all its members is drawing criticism from the security sphere. Also read: 45% of US Households Avoid Online Shopping Due to Cybercrime Risk NATO Respons to ‘Changing Tactics’ The news was shared by NATO secretary general Jens Stoltenberg at a meeting last week.
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Quoine Gets $20M Funding as Asian Bitcoin Trading Soars
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 19. 05:00
The CEO of Asian bitcoin exchange Quoine says the region will dominate the bitcoin landscape over the coming years, as his company completes a funding deal worth $20 million USD. Also read: Japan Could Come to Dominate the Bitcoin Landscape Quoine’s new investment comes from VCs and other “strategic investors.” There has been a flurry
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Philippines Smartphone Explosion Offers Potential for Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 19. 02:00
The Philippines continues to be one of bitcoin’s most promising countries, posting a 20 percent growth in smartphone shipments for Q1 2016. That figure makes it the fastest-growing smartphone market in Southeast Asia. Also read: Philippine Central Bank to Place ‘Hard Regulations’ on Bitcoiners According to IDC and TechinAsia reports, Philippines’ statistics come at a time
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U.S. Prosecutors Respond to Ulbricht’s Life Sentence Appeal
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 18. 22:00
On June 17, the US government finally responded to the appeal set forth by Ulbricht defense attorney Joshua Dratel, basically saying that the Silk Road operator is still guilty even though two agents were caught corrupting the case. Also read: Why PayPal’s Venmo is Beating Bitcoin in P2P Payments Attorney Preet Bharara Says Ulbricht is Still Guilty
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The Bitcoin.com Podcast: Timo Schlaefer of Crypto Facilities
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 18. 20:36
In the latest episode of the Bitcoin.com Podcast, our host Zach Doty sat down with Crypto Facilities CEO Timo Schlaefer. Zach and Schlaefer discuss his company, and its goal of bringing derivatives trading to the bitcoin markets. Also read: Bitcoin.com Podcast: Eddy Travia of Coinsilium About Crypto Facilities Crypto Facilites is one of the few insured
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Central Banks Indirectly Shape Bitcoin Disruption With Bad Policy
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 18. 20:00
For the longest period, central banks and the Federal Reserve held all of the power in the financial world. Although very little has changed then, there are concerns regarding the “magical power” associated with these institutions. Moreover, it seems implausible central banks will aid in recovering after the financial crisis. Also read: Bitcoin Transactions Stuck? 40K+
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The DAO: An Analysis of the Fallout
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 18. 18:03
In this analysis of the day The DAO collapsed we look at what it might mean to the community at large if the Ethereum transactions are turned back. Dept of Homeland Security Awards $200K to Factom for ID System
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 18. 17:15
An announcement from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has revealed that the Austin-based firm Factom will receive a grant for $199,000 USD to procure a system of security of digital identity for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Also read: Ver, Voorhees Combat Bitcoin’s Reddit-culous Censorship Factom to Ensure Immutability for IoT Devices In a press release
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Why The DAO Attack is Good for Ethereum
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 18. 13:45
Nuco CEO Matt Spoke argues that this week's attack on the The DAO is, in the long-term, a good thing for the Ethereum project. Cryptocurrency Markets Still Strong After the DAO Attack
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 18. 02:39
In the cryptocurrency world, many within the vast and diverse sets of communities have been steadily focused on Bitcoin and the Ethereum networks. But what about the other altcoins following the massive rise of BTC and are steadily trying to earn their keep in the markets? Lots of them are doing just fine. Also read: Why
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How to Sue The DAO Hacker
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 23:28
Could the individual or individuals behind yesterday's hacking of The DAO be criminally or civilly liable? Tumultuous Week Fuels 30% Gain in Bitcoin and Ether Prices
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 22:58
Bitcoin and ether both surged this week, the former hitting a 28-month high and the latter reaching a key milestone by surpassing $20. Bank of England Explores Blockchain, Says Digital Currency is Far Off
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 21:15
The Bank of England is continuing to explore distributed ledger technology as part of a wider embrace of financial technology. Devs Say The DAO is Dead, But Can Anyone Decide its Fate?
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 20:36
The first large-scale experiment with a leaderless distributed autonomous organization is winding down, according to one developer involved. The DAO is Dead, Devs Say. But Can Anyone Decide its Fate?
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 20:36
The first large-scale experiment with a leaderless distributed autonomous organization is winding down, according to one developer involved. Don Tapscott ‘Almost’ Gets the Bitcoin Revolution
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 17. 20:00
One of the world’s leading experts on innovation Don Tapscott recently stated that Bitcoin’s underlying blockchain technology could be bigger than the internet, while playing down the importance of Bitcoin’s open blockchain. Tapscott Talks Bitcoin, Blockchain Dichotomy Don Tapscott is one of the world’s leading experts on innovation and the economic and social impact of
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Bank of Canada Deputy Governor: Cooperation Needed to Advance Distributed Ledgers
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 19:10
Bank of Canada's Carolyn Wilkins explains how distributed ledgers could solve old problems while creating new challenges in the financial sector. Will Ethereum Hard Fork? DAO Attack Prompts Heated Debate 1
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 17:18
Following an attack on ethereum's most notable project, its community is debating if it should take extreme measures to help protect the funds. Will Ethereum Fork? DAO Attack Prompts Heated Debate
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 17:18
Following an attack on ethereum's most notable project, its community is debating if it should take extreme measures to help protect the funds. Gavin Andresen: ‘Nothing Bad’ in Removing Blocksize Limit
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 17. 17:00
In the midst of Bitcoin’s price rise and the dramatic flash crash of DAO and Ether, Core developer Gavin Andresen took to Reddit voicing his support for an unlimited blocksize increase. Also read: Ver, Voorhees Combat Bitcoin’s Reddit-culous Censorship Blocksize Increase: ‘Nothing Bad Will Happen’ The comments were made in response to concerns about an increase
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The DAO Attacked: Code Issue Leads to $60 Million Ether Theft
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 15:00
TheDAO, the largest and most visible ethereum project, has reportedly been hacked, sparking a broad market sell-off. Vitalik Buterin Says DAO Hack ‘Fixed’, Assets Rebound
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 17. 14:15
Ether (ETH) and The DAO (DAO) has recovered half of its near 20% fall in value Friday as developers released news of the containment of the feared attack on DAO. Also read: Vitalik Buterin: Russia’s Crypto Ban Would Stifle Blockchains DAO Soft Fork to Save Funds Despite wild fluctuations, ETH is currently trading at around
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P2P Bitcoin Lending App CredibleFriends Goes BnkToTheFuture
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 17. 12:00
Peer-to-peer bitcoin lending platform CredibleFriends has successfully pitched on BnkToTheFuture, where it has already raised $51,000 or 20% of its funding goal. Also read: Why PayPal’s Venmo is Beating Bitcoin in P2P Payments P2P Lending ‘Ready for Version 2’ CredibleFriends, which allows friends to lend each other money based on trust and aims to spread
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Ver, Voorhees & Fenton Join John McAfee’s Security Board
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 17. 09:36
More investment capital could flow to companies working on ways for Bitcoin users to secure their money, with John McAfee’s appointment of Roger Ver, Erik Voorhees and Bruce Fenton to key positions in his new cybersecurity-focused company. Also read: Make Sure Your Bitcoin is Secure During Price Spikes McAfee’s Crypto Advisory Board Ver, one of bitcoin’s earliest
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Ether Prices Pass $20 Milestone in Network First
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 06:49
The price of ether, the native digital asset powering the ethereum blockchain, surpassed $20 for the first time ever yesterday. Customers Sue Alleged Crypto Ponzi Scheme GAW Miners
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 17. 00:29
A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of the customers of defunct crypto startup GAW Miners, naming its CEO and a longtime investor as defendants. Bitcoin Price Lift-Off Might Be a Moonshot
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 16. 21:34
The price of Bitcoin has broken yet another ceiling today tapping the $775 USD mark on Bitstamp. This has got the community going wild as they are all hoping to repeat the 2013 run again. Also read: Trading Bitcoin on the Street: How’s LocalBitcoins Doing in 2016? Bitcoin Got Its Mojo Back There is a lot of
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This is Only a Test: Bank of Canada Comments on CAD-Coin Blockchain Trial
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 16. 20:38
Canada's central bank says that its 'CAD-coin' project isn't intended for use as an actual interbank payment system, but merely as a test. Only a Test: Bank of Canada Comments on CAD-Coin Trial
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 16. 20:38
Canada's central bank says that its 'CAD-coin' project isn't intended for use as an actual interbank payment system, but merely as a test. How a 3-D Printed Building Became the Center of Blockchain in the Middle East
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 16. 19:55
CoinDesk profiles a recent meeting of the Global Blockchain Council, a 40-member working group seeking to boost the technology in the MENA region. How a 3-D Printed Building Became the Center of Blockchain in Dubai
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 16. 19:55
CoinDesk profiles a recent meeting of the Global Blockchain Council, a 40-member working group seeking to boost the technology in the MENA region. Bitcoin Price Passes $750 to Hit 28-Month High
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 16. 19:01
The price of bitcoin broke $750 on 16th June, building on recent gains to hit a 28-month high. Asia Poised to Explode with Fintech, Blockchain Growth
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 16. 18:00
There has always been an increased interest from Asia when it comes to new financial technology. Fintech and Bitcoin are both seeing tremendous success in the region, and venture capital funding reached an all-time high in 2015. Also read: Trading Bitcoin on the Street: How’s LocalBitcoins Doing in 2016? It has to be said, however,
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Sweden Tests Blockchain Smart Contracts for Land Registry
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 16. 16:55
The government of Sweden is experimenting with how blockchain could be used to record land titles in a bid to digitize real estate processes. Caricoin Launches Social BTC Platform for Caribbean’s Unbanked
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 16. 14:53
UK-based Caricoin has officially launched its all-in-one mobile bitcoin wallet with BitGo, designed specifically for the Caribbean market. Also read: Bitcoin Transactions Stuck? 40k+ Unconfirmed Sparks More Debate Caricoin: ‘Social Workflow’ The company, which has offices in Jamaica and seeks to provide banking to the 50 percent of Caribbeans with no banking access, announced the launch
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Bank of Canada Demos Blockchain-Based Digital Dollar
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 16. 14:30
The Central Bank of Canada revealed yesterday it is developing a digital version of the Canadian dollar based on blockchain technology. Bitcoin Transactions Stuck? 40K+ Unconfirmed Sparks More Debate
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 15. 23:20
Is your transaction taking a long time to get through? The Bitcoin network is currently showing over 41,000 unconfirmed transactions, reigniting the call for larger block sizes. Also read: Still No Bitcoin Scaling Solution as April Ends Without SegWit At press time, the “Unconfirmed Transactions” record on Blockchain.info reports 41,211 transactions still awaiting confirmation, with that number wavering
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After Two-Year High, Will Bitcoin's Price Rise or Fall?
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 15. 22:15
The price of bitcoin is back in the spotlight, but following weeks of gains, market observers are beginning to assess what's next. Trading Bitcoin on the Street: How’s LocalBitcoins Doing in 2016?
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 15. 21:00
It’s important to remember the part played by over-the-counter (OTC) bitcoin trading platforms like LocalBitcoins — they often reveal interesting things about Bitcoin’s place in the world. Also read: High Volume Doesn’t Mean Liquidity: New Kaiko BTC Exchange Report LocalBitcoins Volume Getting Higher Kaiko tracks data from LocalBitcoins as well as all other exchanges, and
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Microsoft Launches Project Bletchley to Help Enterprises Form Blockchain Consortia
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 15. 19:28
Microsoft today unveiled a new project designed to make it easier for businesses to team up on new blockchain projects. Microsoft Launches Blockchain Fabric to Help Enterprises Form Consortia
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 15. 19:28
Microsoft today unveiled a new project designed to make it easier for businesses to team up on new blockchain projects. IMF Economist Examines Bitcoin Blockchain's Role in Banking
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 15. 18:06
The IMF has published an article that looks at the pros and cons of bitcoin's blockchain technology in the banking and trading sectors EU’s Biggest Insurer Allianz Successfully Tests Smart Contracts
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 15. 18:00
Europe’s biggest insurer Allianz has stated it has successfully tested the use of smart contracts to improve natural disaster bond settlements. Also read: PwC to Study Blockchain Technology for Wholesale Insurance Allianz Cuts Cost with Smart Contracts The news was announced following a partnership with Bermuda-based investment management firm Nephila Capital, which specializes in reinsurance
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Allianz Tests Blockchain to Boost Catastrophe Bond Trades
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 15. 16:48
Germany-based insurance giant Allianz has tested how blockchain-based smart contracts could be used to handle catastrophe swaps and bonds. Brexit and Bitcoin and Gold…Oh My!
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 15. 16:44
Brexit is the abbreviation for “British exit,” and it has come to mean two things: the UK’s departure from the European Union; and the June 23rd “in or out” British referendum on leaving. How will the vote affect bitcoin and gold? Also read: Bitcoin Price Lift-Off Might Be a Moonshot Where Things Stand No one knows
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CPA Trade Association Pushes IRS for Bitcoin Tax Guidance
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 15. 16:25
The AICPA has submitted comments to the IRS that seek to encourage the US tax agency to provide clarity on bitcoin and digital currency treatment. Mitsubishi Confirms Testing Its Own Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 15. 14:00
Back in February, the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ (MUFG) announced its own cryptocurrency with similar attributes to Bitcoin. Now the firm has confirmed that experiments are currently taking place. Also read: PwC to Study Blockchain Technology for Wholesale Insurance Mitsubishi Wants Its Own Blockchain Solution According to the Asahi Shimbun newspaper last week, Mitsubishi plans on unveiling the currency
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Big Spike in Bitcoin Interest on Chinese Internet
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 15. 10:00
Interest in bitcoin is soaring this week, with charts on Baidu (China’s predominant search engine) showing individual searches for the keyword rocketing past 72,000. Also read: Bitcoin Exchanges Reveal ‘Real’ USD/CNY Rates, Says Bobby Lee Interest Spikes as Yuan Devalued Twitter user cnLedger posted the Baidu chart earlier today, noting that the previous two – and relatively minor
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4 Reasons Why Bitcoin is Outperforming Everything
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 15. 02:52
Favorable trade winds from the East are propelling Bitcoin’s price to new highs as the halving looms. There are numerous factors at play, however, that could create the perfect storm to test the all-time high. Let’s take a look at four major reasons why Bitcoin is outperforming other currencies and asset classes in what could be its
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Ether Hits Record Highs as Price Decouples From Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 15. 00:45
The price of ether, the native digital asset on the Ethereum blockchain, neared $20 for the first time ever on 14th June, approaching the milestone as it appeared to break out of its old trading patterns. In recent weeks, market observers asserted that ether had been displaying a negative correlation, with the older, more established […] Security Pioneer John McAfee Adds Blockchain Experts to Advisory Board
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 14. 23:09
Security pioneer John McAfee is building an advisor board of blockchain experts as part of his latest venture. Only 27% of Americans Have Confidence in Banks, Time for Bitcoin?
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 14. 22:00
American citizens are losing confidence in just about every major institution, and according to Gallup, banks are no exception. Also read: PwC to Study Blockchain Technology for Wholesale Insurance Confidence in Banks Drops Significantly Hardly anyone will be surprised to hear that banks are taking the brunt of this loss in faith. Whereas 49 percent of
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'Blockchain-Friendly’ Bill Moves Forward in North Carolina
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 14. 21:53
A bill designed to bring digital currencies under North Carolina's money transmitter framework is moving forward in the US state. Bitcoin Eliminates Payment Card Skimming & ATM Woes
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 14. 21:00
ATM Skimming remains one of the most dangerous threats to consumerism all over the world. Bitcoin effectively removes the need for cards and ATMs altogether, and Bitcoin debit cards should only be seen as a temporary measure to spend cryptocurrency. Also read: Australian bitcoin exchanges announce Ethereum support ATM Skimming is a Global Threat A recent article
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Leaderless DAO Put to the Test Following Ethereum Vulnerability
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 14. 20:01
Slock.it today announced several fixes to the code that underlies The DAO, an autonomous organization that has raised over $150m-worth of ether. PwC to Study Blockchain Technology for Wholesale Insurance
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 14. 18:00
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the largest professional services firm in the world, is set to initiate research into blockchain tech by focusing on its potential uses in wholesale insurance. Also read: Australian bitcoin exchanges announce Ethereum support PwC to Test Insurance on the Blockchain The research will be a collaborative project between PwC and Z/Yen, a consultancy think-tank
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Bitcoin Investment Vehicle Resumes Nasdaq Trading After Acquisition
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 14. 17:28
A bitcoin trading option targeting European investors and listed on Nasdaq Nordic is once again live. Deutsche Bank Video Brings Blockchain into ‘Real World’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 14. 15:00
Deutsche Bank has released a two-minute video explaining the stance of its top brass on Bitcoin and Blockchain technology – and how it should be treated. Also read: Putin’s Advisor: Bitcoin Legality in Other Countries is ‘Fiction’ Deutsche Bank Says Blockchain ‘Genius’ The infomercial-style clip features Global Head of eCommerce Distribution Rhomaios Ram and Chief
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Self-Fulfilling Prophecy or Positive Feedback Loop? Bitcoin Traders Question Price Rally
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 14. 14:23
Is supply or demand fueling bitcoin's new upward momentum? CoinDesk queries market observers for their thoughts. Hong Kong Regulator: ‘Blockchain Can Prevent Money Laundering’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 14. 12:00
Regulators have not always keen on blockchain technology, but lately they have started to seeing its potential benefits. A Hong Kong regulator has indicated how the blockchain can help financial institutions to overcome money laundering. Also read: Antonopoulos: ‘Meteor’ Bitcoin Doesn’t Compete Against ‘Dinosaur’ Banks The essential traits of blockchain technology make it a robust solution
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Australian bitcoin exchanges announce Ethereum support
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 14. 07:58
Two of Australia’s leading bitcoin exchanges, CoinTree and CoinLoft, have announced this week new services allowing users to purchase a variety of altcoins including ether, the cryptocurrency that powers the Ethereum network. Alongside their established services which have primarily focused on making bitcoin accessible to the general public, they have now streamlined the process of
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Babelchain ‘Partially Replaces POW’ for IoT Solutions
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 14. 05:30
At this year’s Embedded Linux Conference and OpenIoT Summit, the focus of the event was a concentration on Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and standards. Also read: Governments & Central Banks are Now Funding Blockchain Research During the event, a Dutch IT consultant named Benedikt Herudek gave a presentation to the audience called “IoT Consensus —
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5 Factors Experts Say Drove Bitcoin's Rise to $700
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 13. 23:48
Market observers weigh in on bitcoin's latest price increase, voicing their opinions on what drove the value of the digital currency over $700. PwC to Investigate Blockchain's Potential in Wholesale Insurance
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 13. 23:08
PwC is sponsoring new research into the blockchain's potential in the insurance industry, as well as the creation of a proof-of-concept prototype. Bitcoin’s price
Bitbargain.com
2016. Jun. 13. 22:27
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ChangeTip Struggles to Sell Assets After $1.25 Million Airbnb Acqui-Hire
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 13. 21:02
Bitcoin micropayments startup ChangeTip is struggling to find a buyer after its engineering team was purchased by travel startup AirBnB in April. ChangeTip Struggles to Sell Assets After Airbnb Acqui-Hire
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 13. 21:02
Bitcoin micropayments startup ChangeTip is struggling to find a buyer after its engineering team was purchased by travel startup AirBnB in April. New York Regulators Grant Second BitLicense to Ripple
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 13. 19:25
San Francisco startup Ripple has become the second blockchain firm to receive a BitLicense in New York. White House Fuels Growing Blockchain Interest on Capitol Hill
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 13. 18:44
Blockchain interest and awareness are increasing on Capitol Hill, spurred by a series of recent high-profile events. Why Central Banks Will Fail at Digital Currency
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 13. 17:32
Akin Fernandez is the owner of the bitcoin voucher service Azteco, and an active technology blogger under the nickname 'Beautyon'. In this piece, Fernandez offers a critique of a presentation given last week at the US Federal Reserve to an audience of 90 central bankers, and explains why he believes it didn't properly represent the technology. […] #Bitcoin, the currency of #disruption.
bitcoinful
2016. Jun. 13. 16:47
#Bitcoin, the currency of #disruption.
21 Inc Open-Sources Bitcoin Software for Machine Payments
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 13. 16:45
Bitcoin startup 21 Inc open-sourced its bitcoin micropayments software this weekend. Bankers Lie About Disruption, Don’t Understand Technology
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 13. 15:00
A lot of people have lost confidence in bankers throughout the years. It seems those concerns are more than valid, as banks have no interest in being a serious brand, and they remain blind to the coming changes. Also read: Bitcoin Makes Finances Easier for Int’l Students in US Colleges Very little has changed within
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White House: Fintech ‘Changing Relations’ to Finance
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 13. 12:00
US government interest in fintech continues to trend as the White House hosts a dedicated event – and says fintech is leading reforms for consumers and institutions alike. Also read: Governments & Central Banks are Now Funding Blockchain Research White House Acknowledging Fintech The remarks were made by Adrienne Harris, Special Assistant to the President
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Bitcoin Makes Finances Easier for Int’l Students in US Colleges
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 13. 05:00
The rise of startups helping foreign students access the US credit market points to yet another revolutionary potential use for Bitcoin. Also read: Bitcoin Price Rally Rages on, Market Cap Passes $10 Bn USD Fiat Credit Can’t Cut It International students, from developing nations in particular, who study in the US face huge difficulties obtaining credit
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Foreign Investors Dump Japan Stocks as Economic Planning Fails
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 13. 02:00
Foreign investors are on an exodus out of stocks in Japan as disillusionment with the country’s economic policies sets in, according to a report. Also read: Japan Passes Law to Increase Regulation of Bitcoin Exchanges The latest news comes as Japanese fintech and bitcoin startups continue to post multimillion-dollar deals, providing a small but notable ray
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Walmart Drops Visa, Proving the Potential of Bitcoin’s Low Fees
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 12. 20:10
When Bitcoin supporters praise their favorite currency, one of the great attributes everyone discusses is the network’s low fees, paling in comparison to the major credit card companies such as Mastercard and Visa. Now, with Walmart dropping support for Visa in Canadian stores due to high fees, bitcoin could have a chance to shine. Also
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What is the 'Halving'? A Primer to Bitcoin's Big Mining Change
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 12. 17:52
The Bitcoin halving event is one of the most planned for days in the Bitcoin world. But what is it and what impact could it have on the network? The King of Swamp Castle
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 12. 17:30
In this opinion piece, Freemit CEO John Biggs casts a critical eye on the current state of the FinTech industry today. Bitcoin Price Rally Rages on, Market Cap Passes $10Bn USD
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 12. 15:06
At press time, Bitcoin has touched $640 USD, and everyone is celebrating. Bitcoin supporters are holding strong and enthusiasts are happy to see the price as high as it has been since 2014. Also read: 21 Inc. Open Sources Bitcoin Computer Software Library The 2016 Bitcoin Rise: This Is Gentlemen! As the value of Bitcoin grows, the currency
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Bitcoin.com Store Launches New Affiliate Program
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 12. 12:00
Bitcoin.com has announced an affiliate program for our official store, allowing another way for people to become part of our community by benefiting promoters, and providing Bitcoin enthusiasts with another way to spread Bitcoin adoption. Also read: An In Depth Conversation with the Expanse Project The affiliate program is open to anyone, anywhere in the
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Senior Silk Road 2.0 Admin Gets Eight Years Prison
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 12. 05:00
The aftermath of the Silk Road 2.0 marketplace bust in 2014 continues, with its second-in-command administrator sentenced to eight years in prison. Also read: Dear Ross Ulbricht: The Next Ten Years Brian Farrell was sentenced on June 3 at the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington at Seattle, to the exact term
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New Civil Asset Forfeiture Tool Makes Bitcoin Even More Powerful
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 12. 00:39
The Electronic Recovery and Access to Data machine (ERAD), is a piece of new civil asset forfeiture technology that allows law enforcement to seize money directly from banks accounts by swiping a suspect’s debit or credit cards. Also read: 21 Inc. Open Sources Bitcoin Computer Software Library This new addition to the cops’ arsenal of notorious civil
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Andreessen Horowitz’s Recent $1.5B Round Could Be Big for Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 11. 21:00
Just recently Andreessen Horowitz has raised a whopping 1.5 billion dollars to invest in the next big technological breakthroughs. This injection of capital into Andreessen Horowitz could mean big things for Bitcoin-related and distributed ledger technology startups and projects. Also read: Jaxx Ice Cube Offers ‘Deeper’ Cold Storage for Your Bits & Ether Andreessen Horowitz Loves
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21 Inc Open Sources Bitcoin Computer Software Library
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 11. 16:40
Most people know the 21 Inc company as the group behind the Bitcoin computer. But under the hood, there is a vast open source library waiting to be explored and expanded. As of today, the company has open sourced their entire software package. Also read: Circle Favors More Regulation For Bitcoin & Fintech One effort
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Is Bitcoin's Price Performance Drawing Mainstream Traders?
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 11. 16:33
Is bitcoin's recent price increase drawing the interest of mainstream traders? Governments & Central Banks are Now Funding Blockchain Research
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 11. 12:00
Governments are showing increasing interest in cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. A recent press release details that this week the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plans on funding $600,000 in grants to government-related distributed ledger startups. Also read: Korean Web Giant Kakao Invests in Satoshi Citadel DHS Funds Blockchain Research for ID Services A couple of years
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The King of Swamp Castle
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 10. 23:06
In this opinion piece, Freemit CEO John Biggs casts a critical eye on the current state of the FinTech industry today. US Government Awards $600k in Grants for Blockchain Projects
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 10. 21:58
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has awarded as much as $600,000 in grants to companies working on blockchain applications. One of Japan's Largest Banks is Downplaying its Rumored Digital Currency Plans
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 10. 21:17
Is a major Japanese bank developing its own digital currency? MUFG is distancing itself from reports it could release such a product next year. Jaxx Wallet’s ShapeShift Integration Live, Coinbase to Follow
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 10. 21:00
Kryptokit’s Jaxx wallet has announced the launch of its ShapeShift integration to allow conversion between its three supported currencies: BTC, ETH and DAO. Also read: Jaxx Ice Cube Offers ‘Deeper’ Cold Storage for Your Bits & Ether ‘Unified Blockchain Command Center’ The Jaxx announcement came today as part of the Many Days of Jaxx event,
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Why Singularity University’s CEO Believes Blockchain Has Gone 'Exponential'
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 10. 20:06
What does it mean that blockchain is now considered an "exponential technology?" We asked the CEO of Singularity University for his take. Circle Favors More Regulation For Bitcoin & Fintech
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 10. 18:00
Regulation in the world of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency is often seen as a double-edged sword. But if Circle has a say in the matter, more regulation will be beneficial, and it is direly needed as well. Also read: Korean Web Giant Kakao Invests in Satoshi Citadel The benefit of regulating Fintech and Bitcoin is how
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NFL Star Accuses Ex-Manager of Stealing $3 Million in Bitcoin Mine Profits
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 10. 16:46
A player for the Dallas Cowboys has alleged that his former business manager squandered his money on bad investments including a $3m bitcoin mine. NFL Star Accuses Ex-Manager of Stealing $3 Million for Bitcoin Mine
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 10. 16:46
A player for the Dallas Cowboys has alleged that his former business manager squandered his money on a $3m bitcoin mine. Ver, Voorhees Combat Bitcoin’s Reddit-culous Censorship
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 10. 15:00
Censorship and disillusionment were two major topics of conversation when Roger Ver and Erik Voorhees met to discuss the future of Bitcoin live this week. Also read: Konrad S. Graf: Bitcoin Block Size Political Economy Voorhees: Censorship ‘Ridiculous’ The two industry pioneers, who first met in fall 2011 when bitcoin was worth $8, were speaking
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Korean Web Giant Kakao Invests in Satoshi Citadel
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 10. 12:00
Satoshi Citadel has raised seed funding from KVG, which is the venture capital arm of Korean web giant Kakao. According to the Bitcoin company, this is a strategic partnership that could bring its “innovative solutions” to Kakao’s 100 millions users. Also read: An In Depth Conversation with the Expanse Project Kakao is Big in South Korea Kakao
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IBM’s New Watson Centre Merges Blockchain With AI
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 10. 01:39
Artificial intelligence and blockchain are coming together at IBM's newly launched Watson Centre in Singapore. Bitcoin Exchange Owner Extradited Following Cybercrime Indictment
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 09. 23:35
Two individuals tied to the now-defunct US bitcoin exchange Coin.mx have been extradited to the US from Israel, prosecutors announced today. Ransomware Concerns Prompt UK Businesses to Buy Bitcoins, Survey Finds
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 09. 22:22
A number of IT companies in the UK are stocking up on bitcoins in the event of a ransomware infection, according to a recent survey. US Blockchain Businesses Push for Alternative to State-By-State Licensing
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 09. 21:38
Six blockchain businesses and advocacy groups have submitted public comments to a report released by a US bank regulator earlier this year. An In Depth Conversation with the Expanse Project
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 09. 21:00
Bitcoin.com recently chatted with the three core members of the open blockchain platform Expanse (Expanse.tech), which has characteristics that are similar to Ethereum’s and is built on top of the protocols EVM. Also read: Bitcoin and Ethereum: The Crypto Experiment Rolls On Lately, in cryptocurrency circles, all the chatter seems to be focused on the programmable cryptocurrency
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New Details Emerge on Bitcoin Firm Avalon's $466 Million Pending Sale
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 09. 19:23
New details have emerged about the pending sale of Canaan Creative, the company that sells the Avalon series of bitcoin mining chips. City of Austin Fails to Shut Down Arcade City App-Launch Event
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 09. 18:00
On June 7th, 2016, The Austin-based retail store, Brave New Books, hosted the pre-launch event for Arcade City’s new app. However, a problem arose prior to the event as the bookstore was issued a warning by local city officials that it could be in violation of city code. Also read: Antonopoulos: ‘Meteor’ Bitcoin Doesn’t Compete
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Will The DAO Become Ethereum's Mt Gox?
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 09. 15:46
As concerns about The DAO grow, many in the Ethereum community are beginning to publicly worry about the impact of its potential failure. Steemit Social Media Platform Pays Its Users, Sees Massive Growth
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 09. 15:00
Steemit, the new social media platform that rewards its user base with cryptocurrency, has been growing exponentially since its inception. The company has revealed that over the course of its first month membership has grown by 1,600%, all the while using its blockchain-powered platform to pay users for posting content. Also read: Antonopoulos Declined ‘Opportunity’ to Identify Satoshi and Doesn’t
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Anti-Hunger App Unsung Partners with Arcade City’s 30,000 Users
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 09. 13:15
Unsung founder Jason King has revealed a partnership with the new Austin-based ride-sharing organization Arcade City during the Crypto Show last night. The two groups will work together with the help of Arcade City’s 30,000 users to lay out the groundwork for Unsung’s application. Also read: Bitcoin.com & Kaiko: ‘Best Available Data’ for All Your Bitcoin Needs Unsung
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High Volume Doesn’t Mean Liquidity: New Kaiko BTC Exchange Report
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 09. 12:00
Comparing data on volumes and liquidity at the world’s largest bitcoin exchanges reveals interesting ranking results, according to the soon-to-be released Bitcoin and Ethereum Market Report by Kaiko.com. Also read: Bitcoin.com & Kaiko: ‘Best Available Data’ for All Your Bitcoin Needs Volumes, Orders and Liquidity Until now, the Bitcoin industry has determined the size and
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Antonopoulos: ‘Meteor’ Bitcoin Doesn’t Compete Against ‘Dinosaur’ Banks
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 09. 00:00
Using metaphors from biological evolution at a recent talk in Milan, Bitcoin guru Andreas Antonopoulos dissected the anatomy of today’s financial system, explaining that the “new species” of money such as Bitcoin doesn’t directly compete with “dinosaur” banks. Also read: Antonopoulos Declined ‘Opportunity’ to Identify Satoshi and Doesn’t Care The Bitcoin ‘Meteor’ Speaking in front of Milan’s
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Google trends: ‘bitcoin halving’ going through the...
bitcoinful
2016. Jun. 08. 23:12
Google trends: ‘bitcoin halving’ going through the moon! #halvinghype
BlockCypher Releases Ethereum API Toolkit for Developers
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 08. 23:03
Bitcoin API startup Blockcypher today expanded its suite of bitcoin app developer tools to include services for Ethereum developers. Maker of First Bitcoin Mining ASIC Acquired in What Could Be Industry's Largest Sale
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 08. 21:14
The China-based company behind the first bitcoin mining ASIC has been acquired. Bitcoin Markets: Black and Gray, White and Red
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 08. 21:00
The markets context of cryptocurrencies is changing in what may seem like a subtle manner but has real political consequences. One question is the pivot point. Should Bitcoin maintain the pseudonymity that offers privacy or should government identify users through such measures as imposing Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements on exchanges? Also read: Snowden: Anonymous
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Dennis Gartman Calls Bitcoin the ‘Millennial Answer to Gold’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 08. 19:30
Market influencers are found all over the world, and Dennis Gartman does not shy away from making his voice be heard. In one of his latest statements, he tried to understand what was going on in the Bitcoin world, yet failed miserably. Also read: How MIT & Learning Machine Will Put Your Degree on the
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Realtor-Backed Incubator Invests in Ethereum Identity Startup
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 08. 19:20
An Ethereum startup has been accepted into an incubator backed by the investment arm of the National Association of Realtors. Banking Trade Group BAFT Seeks Bigger Role in Blockchain Policy
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 08. 18:06
BAFT's newly launched Innovation Council makes serving its members blockchain needs a top priority, and that won't likely change anytime soon. 57% of UK Businesses ‘Stockpile Bitcoin’ to Pay Hackers
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 08. 18:00
New research shows that up to 57% of UK businesses are stockpiling bitcoin to pay off cybercriminals in the event of a hack. Also read: The Bitcoin.com Podcast: Voorhees on the ShapeShift Hack UK Firms Willing to Pay The surprising results, published by security firm Citrix this week, demonstrate the exposure businesses feel to online attacks
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Counterparty Gives Bitcoin Ethereum-Style Smart Contracts
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 08. 15:00
All the functionality of Ethereum will be available on the Bitcoin blockchain, with a port of the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) announced today by Counterparty. Also read: Bitcoin and Ethereum: The Crypto Experiment Rolls On Bitcoin’s Capabilities Extended This will extend Bitcoin’s capabilities to include smart contracts – allowing decentralized autonomous organizations, social networks and identity systems, programmatic
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Bitcoin Prices Soar in May: Analyzing the Market's Second Best Month of 2016
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 08. 14:19
CoinDesk breaks down the numbers to analyze bitcoin's price performance for the month of May, a period in which bitcoin appreciated nearly 20%. How MIT & Learning Machine Will Put Your Degree on the Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 08. 12:00
Storing educational credentials on a distributed ledger in a transparent manner makes a lot of sense. MIT Media Lab and Learning Machine has done exactly that, allowing individuals to share digital proof of their education and employment. Also read: Mediachain is Building the ‘Shazam’ of Online Media Content It is always positive to see an
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Foundation for Economic Education Launches OpenBazaar Store
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 08. 00:00
The Foundation for Economic Education (FEE), a popular free-market think tank, announced on Facebook that it has set-up an OpenBazaar extension to its traditional online store. Also read: Snowden: Anonymous ‘Zcash’ Could Solve Bitcoin Surveillance Risks On June 6, 2016, the official facebook page of the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) posted about their OpenBazaar
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Why Russia’s CSD Believes Blockchain is a ‘Blue Ocean’ Opportunity
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 07. 22:45
Russia's National Settlement Depository discusses why it believes the biggest blockchain opportunities have yet to be uncovered. Stellar Co-Founder Resigns As Executive Director
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 07. 21:29
One of the co-founder of digital currency startup Stellar announced their resignation today. Snowden: Anonymous ‘Zcash’ Could Solve Bitcoin Surveillance Risks
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 07. 21:00
The world’s most famous government whistleblower, Edward Snowden, last week referred to the anonymous cryptocurrency project Zcash as a solution to the surveillance risks of Bitcoin’s public transaction record. Also read: The Encryption Cold War: Government VS Internet The former National Security Agency contractor and now fugitive made the comments about Zcash during a video conference panel called
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Bloomberg Editorial Board: Public and Private Blockchains Need Level Playing Field
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 07. 19:37
The editorial board for Bloomberg News has called for a permissive regulatory environment for blockchain development. Bitcoin Foundation Has a Few Months Left, Recent Gift Not Enough
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 07. 18:00
A recent Bitcoin Foundation Board of Directors meeting revealed that the organization is on the ropes, with only a few months worth of funding left. Also read: Russia’s National Cryptocurrency Would Ban Rivals This news comes after a $55-65 thousand dollar donation Brock Pierce secured from the BitClub mining organization. While the donation was substantial, it apparently was
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French Presidential Hopeful Calls for Bitcoin Ban
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 07. 17:23
The head of a major political party in France has effectively called for a ban on bitcoin in the European country. UAE Telecom Giant Du Sees 'Infinite' Potential for Blockchain
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 07. 15:30
Amid a broader push to investigate blockchain by the Dubai government, major local telecom provider Du is refining its strategy toward the technology. Bitwala Steps Up to Replace PayPal with Bitcoin in Turkey
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 07. 15:00
Bitwala has taken notice of the PayPal debacle in Turkey and launched an initiative to provide a different type of financial service to citizens. The company offers free bank transfers and Bitcoin debit cards for a limited time. Also read: Wall Street Blockchain Alliance Unveils DLT Certification Program PayPal Pulls Out PayPal announced they would
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Mediachain is Building the ‘Shazam’ of Online Media Content
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 07. 12:00
Blockchain technology can be used for many things, including creating a universal media library. The Mediachain team is doing exactly that, offering “open content identification technology.” Also read: Waves CEO Talks Raising $16m, Open-Blockchain Platform Potential What is Mediachain? Mediachain is a protocol that lets anyone register, identify, and track creative works online. Content creators
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Bitcoin Developers Meet in Zürich for High-Stakes Code Review
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 07. 00:13
As the Bitcoin Core development team inches closer to scaling the bitcoin network, contributors recently met up in Switzerland to review code. Bitcoin Exchanges Could Face New Regulations in the Philippines
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 06. 22:22
The central bank of the Philippines is weighing new restrictions on money services in the country, including bitcoin exchanges. Wall Street Blockchain Alliance Unveils DLT Certification Program
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 06. 21:00
Wall Street has been keeping a close eye on the evolution of distributed ledger technology in recent years. The Wall Street Blockchain Alliance, launched in 2015, announced a certification program. The primary goal is attracting Distributed Ledger Technology developers. Also read: Bitcoin Bonus Program Gets Ukrainians Interested in Crypto Education is an important aspect of
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90 Central Banks Seek Blockchain Answers at Federal Reserve Event
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 06. 19:50
A number of major central banks worldwide have organizing working groups dedicated to exploring blockchain technology and digital currencies. Richard Stallman’s GNU Releases ‘Unlike Bitcoin’ Electronic Payments
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 06. 18:00
Richard Stallman’s GNU (gnunet.org) and French computing institute Inria have released the initial code for an “electronic payment system,” which is “unlike BitCoin or cash.” Also read: Russia’s National Cryptocurrency Would Ban Rivals GNU’s ‘Not for the Black Market’ Taler The project, dubbed Taler (for Taxable Anonymous Libre Electronic Reserve), is designed “for the mainstream economy, and
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Bitcoin ATM Network Acqui-Hires Exchange Startup
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 06. 17:45
Bitcoin exchange startup BitQuick is being acqui-hired by a US-based digital currency ATM network. Bitcoin ATM Network Acquires Exchange Startup
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 06. 17:45
Bitcoin exchange startup BitQuick is being acqui-hired by a US-based digital currency ATM network. Class Action Lawsuit Resumes Against Bankrupt Bitcoin Miner KnC
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 06. 17:07
A class action lawsuit filed against troubled bitcoin startup KnCMiner is proceeding in spite of a recent setbacks. Ethereum fails at scam
Bitbargain.com
2016. Jun. 06. 16:32
For the past few days, I’ve been actively staying in the #ethereum chatroom on Freenode, because a well known and long time scammer the community calls ‘Serbian Scammer’ has been active as well, trying to find victims for his scam.
The scam is very simple: offer to sell some ETH (maybe even post a few screenshots) and then tell anyone interested that they have to send their bitcoins first.
In these few days, me and a few other bitcoin-otc ops have tried to get #ethereum OPs to care about this sad situation, explain to them how to spot scammers but to no avail. The only time they ever cared was when their own nick was squatted on.
Today, after much drama in the main channel, finally the OP lifted a finger and banned the scammer, but still not for attempted scamming, just for wanting to trade. When I pointed out that the scammer was present with multiple nicknames (as user_234 as well as Tradres), a few minutes later I was banned from the room by the op ‘ZeroGox’.
Chatlog: http://btcfaucet.com/logs/serbian_scammer/zerogox_fail.txt
Needless to say, we are no longer planning to add Ethereum for trading on BitBargain. Let’s give some time for these guys to pull their shit together and provide a usable and safe wallet RPC and a community where a 24/7 scamming isn’t accepted.
For more funny chatlogs by the serbian scammer who is from now on allowed to take victims without any public warnings (as I will not be there to do it), see:
http://btcfaucet.com/logs/serbian_scammer/
Prediction Market Augur Deploys Airbitz Edge Security
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 06. 15:00
The prediction market Augur that runs on top of the Ethereum blockchain has just announced a partnership with the security and wallet service Airbitz. Augur will utilize the Airbitz Edge Security Platform making the prediction market more accessible to the mainstream with user-friendly encryption that protects private keys. Also read: 11FS Blockchain Consultancy Seeks $100 million Edge
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Why the CFTC Bitfinex Enforcement Actually Benefits Bitcoin Exchanges
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 06. 14:53
Chamber of Digital Commerce Kevin Batteh offers his take on the recent Bitfinex/CFTC settlement. Philippine Central Bank to Place ‘Hard Regulations’ on Bitcoiners
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 06. 12:00
Reuters has reported that the Philippine central bank is becoming a big proponent for cyber security and may soon regulate Bitcoin operators located within the region. Also read: New FinTech Australia CEO Pursues Future of Blockchain Philippine Central Bank says Cyber Security is a Focus A senior official told press that banks need better defenses after
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Bitcoin Price Nears $600 Amid Sustained Market Rally
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 05. 18:21
Bitcoin prices have risen sharply in the past week, nearing the key psychological level of $600. Can Bitcoin ATMs Solve Payments Woes in the Gray Areas of Commerce?
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 05. 17:47
Across the US, bitcoin ATMs are finding use among those who operate in the gray areas of commerce From Seeds to Weed, Bitcoin Finds Home Where Commerce Goes Gray
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 05. 17:47
Across the US, bitcoin ATMs are finding use among those who operate in the gray areas of commerce From Seeds to Weed, Bitcoin Finds a Home Where Local Commerce Goes Gray
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 05. 17:47
Across the US, bitcoin ATMs are finding use among those who operate in the gray areas of commerce Bitcoin Bonus Program Gets Ukrainians Interested in Crypto
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 05. 15:00
Despite Bitcoin’s amorphous status in Ukraine, local activists are not afraid to bring Bitcoin to the public’s attention. In fact, the “Bitcoin Bonus Program” simply gives bitcoin away to people in the country’s capital of Kiev. Also read: 11FS Blockchain Consultancy Seeks $100 million The Bitcoin Bonus Program On February 10, 2016, Natural Products, a health-food shop in Kiev
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Waves CEO Talks Raising $16m, Open-Blockchain Platform Potential
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 05. 12:00
This week, we covered the news on the asset and custom token blockchain platform Waves raising $16 million with its ICO. The crowdfund made history by becoming the sixth-largest right behind the cryptocurrency project Ethereum according to Wikipedia. Bitcoin.com decided to speak with the Waves CEO Sasha Ivanov to get the nitty gritty on this project.
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EU Research Team Predicts Benefits of The Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 04. 23:30
The European Union is having it’s financial regulatory agency, European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), has predicted that an increased use of distributed ledgers — including the blockchain — could improve the verification of clearinghouse and other transactions. Also read: New FinTech Australia CEO Pursues Future of Blockchain ESMA Experiments with the Blockchain ESMA launched
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Making Sense of Blockchain Smart Contracts
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 04. 19:39
In this op-ed, Ledger Labs head of operations Josh Stark takes a deep dive into the concept of smart contracts. Crisis at Block Reward Halving or Just Another Day for Bitcoin?
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 04. 18:34
With the bitcoin block reward halving approaching, differing opinions on what will happen have emerged among the world's mining community. Will Bitcoin's Block Rewards Halving Bring Crisis or Consistency?
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 04. 18:34
With the bitcoin block reward halving approaching, differing opinions on what will happen have emerged among the world's mining community. New FinTech Australia CEO Pursues Future of Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 04. 18:00
FinTech Australia, the country’s national financial technology association, has appointed Danielle Szetho as CEO. This is exciting news for blockchain enthusiasts. Also read: Bitfinex: ‘Business as Usual’ Following $75k US Fine FinTech and blockchain technology adoption seem to go hand-in-hand. The distributed and decentralized ledger is often seen as a valuable ally for the future of financial
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Trezor Unveils ‘Ultimately Secure’ Bitcoin Wallet Password Manager
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 04. 12:00
Czech Republic-based SatoshiLabs has announced the Trezor Password Manager, calling it the “ultimately secure ‘no master password’ cloud solution.” Also read: Banks Want to Turn Off Bitcoin as a ‘Public Utility’ for Money The new service enables users to store and manage their password in a secure fashion. SatoshiLabs says they are bringing the great
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Ping An is a Gateway to China for R3's Blockchain Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 04. 00:15
When Chinese financial giant Ping An joined R3CEV last week the blockchain consortium added a gateway to the second largest economy in the world. Did China Drive Bitcoin's Price to 2016 Highs?
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 03. 22:38
Bitcoin prices surged nearly 20% during the week ending 3rd June, rising to its highest point in 20 months. But what was the cause of the increase? Bitcoin Price Passes $570 for First Time Since August 2014
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 03. 19:24
The price of bitcoin is up more than 6% today, according to the CoinDesk Bitcoin USD Price Index (BPI), reaching a level not seen in nearly two years. Why This Ethereum Co-Founder Isn’t Launching a DAO
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 03. 18:46
Ethereum co-founder Anthony Di Iorio helped create the blockchain technology that underlies DAOs, but he doesn't want to launch one himself. Bitfinex: ‘Business as Usual’ Following $75k US Fine
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 03. 18:00
Hong Kong exchange Bitfinex has said it will be “business as usual” after being fined $75,000 by the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Also read: Banks Want to Turn Off Bitcoin as a ‘Public Utility’ for Money Bitfinex ‘Involved in Below-Board Practices’ The results of the CFTC inquiry, published Thursday in a press release,
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Digital Currency 'Still on the Agenda' at Russian Central Bank
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 03. 16:21
The head of a unit at the Russian central bank focused in part on FinTech sees a potential role for blockchain use in finance and other industries. BitGive: Charity 2.0 Platform Will ‘Revolutionize Philanthropy’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 03. 15:00
Established in 2013 by Connie Gallippi, the recognized 501c3 nonprofit BitGive is known for its work with projects such as Save the Children, The Water Project, and Medic Mobile. The group is also in building a Donation Transparency Platform for nonprofits as a “Charity 2.0” project that aims to revolutionize philanthropy. Gallippi chatted with Bitcoin.com about the
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Financial Industry Cannot Use DApps Without the Open Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 03. 12:00
Decentralized apps are becoming the new norm in the world of blockchain technology. The benefits offered by DApps attract a lot of attention, and it seems as if the future role of this technology in the payment sector is only a matter of time. Also read: Here’s Why Your House is ‘Much More Valuable’ on
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Bitcoin.com Podcast: Eddy Travia of Coinsilium
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 03. 04:53
On the latest episode of the Bitcoin.com Podcast, our host Zach Doty sat down with Eddy Travia of Coinsilium to discuss his firm’s portfolio of companies, including Rootstock and Magnr. Also read: The Bitcoin.com Podcast: Voorhees on the ShapeShift Hack Coinsilium: Helping Bitcoin Startups Self-described as “a fintech company, vertically integrated in the blockchain/decentralised network technology
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Banks Want to Turn Off Bitcoin as a ‘Public Utility’ for Money
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 03. 00:00
Developing nations are waking up to the opportunities that Bitcoin and open blockchain technology can provide to the world’s poorest and financially excluded citizens, while banks appear to stifle their efforts and simultaneously develop their own privatized blockchain ledgers. Is it fair to explain private ledgers as another way to profit at the expense of a public utility? Also
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CFTC Fines Bitcoin Exchange Bitfinex $75,000 Over Trading Violations
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 02. 21:55
Hong Kong-based bitcoin exchange Bitfinex has settled with the CFTC following an investigation into its financed trading activities. BlockFin Asia 2016: FinTech Meets ‘Entrepreneurial’ Vietnam
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 02. 21:00
Bitcoin.com wanted to get an inside look into the upcoming BlockFin Asia 2016 event in Ho Chi Minh City through the eyes of one of its organizers Dominik Weil of the broker exchange Bitcoin Vietnam. Weil explains how the event was conceived and how things are going within the Vietnam borders concerning financial technology and blockchain solutions.
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London School of Economics Paper Says Blockchain Could Reduce Custody Risks
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 02. 20:04
A new London School of Economics paper suggests that blockchain tech could alleviate custody risks for securities owners. Coinbase and ARK Invest Report Argues Bitcoin is a New Kind of Asset Class
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 02. 19:07
Coinbase and ARK Invest released a white paper with four new definitions of a traditional asset they say shows bitcoin is actually a new asset class. Decentralized Crowdfunder Waves Launches Following $16m ICO
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 02. 18:00
Blockchain crowdfunding and finance platform Waves launched Wednesday following a $16 million ICO, the sixth-largest crowdfunded project in history. Also read: IOSCO Warns Investors on Crowdfunding & Bitcoin Risks Fiat ‘Gateway’ The platform (wavesplatform.com), which also enables fiat institutions to issue their own tokens in lieu of fiat currency, announced the launch on its Twitter
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EU Securities Watchdog: Distributed Ledgers Still Face Tech Challenges
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 02. 17:05
ESMA has released a new paper on blockchains and distributed ledgers as part of a fact-finding effort into the technology. EU Watchdog: Distributed Ledgers Still Face Key Challenges
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 02. 17:05
ESMA has released a new paper on blockchains and distributed ledgers as part of a fact-finding effort into the technology. Australian Newsstands to Sell Bitcoin Over-the-Counter
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 02. 16:00
Obtaining Bitcoin needs to be made a whole lot more convenient. Enthusiasts in Australia are tackling this problem, by letting consumers purchase cryptocurrency over-the-counter at their local newsstand “soon.” Also read: Bitcoiners Who Use Tor – Be Warned! Buy Newspapers & Bitcoin in One Place Two Australian startups have come up with an over-the-counter solution
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Bitcoiners Who Use Tor – Be Warned!
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 02. 15:00
Bitcoiners love Tor but the FBI has “updated” Rule 41 of the internet that could blacken Tor’s horizon. This means that unless Congress blocks it, using the anonymous browser could become illegal in the near future. Also read: Blockstack to Help Microsoft Develop a Global ID Platform Future of Tor in Jeopardy Bitcoiners love the anonymity of Tor. The
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Telegram with Bitcoin integrated by StartChat Tech now available on apple app store
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 02. 13:08
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! StartChat combines the backend encryption of Telegram with the convenience of 2-click Bitcoin transactions and wallet currencies conversions display such as $USD, EURO, GBP, Ruble, Yen. Apple Touch ID and Pin Code as
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FBI Wants Its Database to Be Exempt from Privacy Act Legal Action
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 02. 12:00
Law enforcement agencies do not see eye-to-eye with consumer privacy. The FBI now wants to ensure American can no longer sue them for violating the Privacy Act. Also read: Andreas Antonopoulos: ‘The Open Blockchain Will Change This World’ That proposal was put on the table by the Federal Bureau of Investigation on May 31, 2016.
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R3 Adds Life Insurance Firm AIA to Blockchain Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 02. 11:32
Blockchain startup R3CEV has added Hong Kong-based life insurance group AIA to the ranks of its global banking consortium. Bitcoin.com Presents ‘Birds’: Promote Your Tweets With Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 02. 10:04
Bitcoin.com has announced the launch of its new Tweet boosting service called “Birds” enabling Twitter users to earn bitcoin for simply retweeting. Also read: Bitcoin Startups Can Now Try A Different Form of Venture Capital Birds: Marketing Tweets with Bitcoin The new service is a Twitter application tied to bitcoin payments, which is intended to help people market messages
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Here’s Why Your House is ‘Much More Valuable’ on the Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 02. 03:00
Ubitquity is a blockchain-based real estate platform that provides secure recording, tracking, and transferring of property deeds. Bitcoin.com spoke with its founder and CEO, Nathan Wosnack, on how it will not only revolutionize land registry and prevent fraud, but also increase the value of your house, and why his company picked the Bitcoin blockchain. Also read: Bitland: Blockchain Land Registry Against ‘Corrupt
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Blockchain Evangelists Plot Retreat to Billionaire Richard Branson's Island
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 01. 23:44
Richard Branson’s private island in the Caribbean is set to host yet another blockchain-focused gathering this month. Blockchain Evangelists Plot Retreat to Richard Branson's Island
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 01. 23:44
Richard Branson’s private island in the Caribbean is set to host yet another blockchain-focused gathering this month. Prenup Built in Ethereum Smart Contract Rethinks Marriage Obligations
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 01. 22:48
Two soon-to-be spouses published their wedding prenuptial agreement to the Ethereum blockchain in the form of an open-source smart contract. Bitcoin is The Killer App For Mobile Wallets, Not Rewards
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 01. 21:00
Mobile wallets are the hot trend these days, but there is still no killer app for this type of digital innovation. Reward schemes may not be the way to go, as they are far too expensive and may not be worth the effort. Also read: Bitcoin Startups Can Now Try A Different Form of Venture
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Abu Dhabi Regulators Seek Blockchain Startups for FinTech Sandbox
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 01. 19:45
Abu Dhabi's newest financial free zone is seeking to promote the development of blockchain startups, according to a new proposal. Why Industry Observers Say Coinbase's Embrace of Ethereum Was a ‘No Brainer'
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 01. 18:36
In the aftermath of Coinbase embracing Ethereum, experts weigh in on what it means for bitcoin and the digital currency's first-mover advantage. Industry Observers Say Coinbase's Ethereum Embrace a ‘No Brainer'
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 01. 18:36
In the aftermath of Coinbase embracing Ethereum, experts weigh in on what it means for bitcoin and the digital currency's first-mover advantage. Blockstack to Help Microsoft Develop a Global ID Platform
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 01. 18:00
The blockchain-based domain name service (DNS) Blockstack, formally known as Onename, has announced a partnership with the Microsoft Azure platform. Developers will work with Microsoft to provide identity solutions, authentication, and storage services without the need for third-party arbitration. Also read: Banks Can’t Afford to Ignore Bitcoin’s ‘BitTorrent Effect’ Blockstack: Self-Sovereign ID on the Blockchain The collaboration with
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R3 Publishes Vitalik Buterin Report on Ethereum for Banks
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 01. 17:00
R3 has released a report evaluating how Ethereum could be used by banks engaged in consortium and private blockchain initiatives. Andreas Antonopoulos: ‘The Open Blockchain Will Change This World’
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 01. 15:00
Bitcoin expert Andreas Antonopoulos recently told an audience of executives and regulators that private “intranet” blockchains will need to interoperate with “the internet of money” i.e. Bitcoin, whose open blockchain “will change this world.” Also read: Jaxx Ice Cube Offers ‘Deeper’ Cold Storage for Your Bits & Ether Blockchain: Intranet of Money? Bitcoin expert Andreas Antonopoulos recently gave a talk — titled What
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Barclays Blockchain Veteran Departs Bank for FinTech Consultancy
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 01. 12:50
One of Barclays’ leading blockchain experts has revealed he will be departing the UK banking giant to join a FinTech consultancy called 11:FS. Jaxx Ice Cube Offers ‘Deeper’ Cold Storage for Your Bits & Ether
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 01. 12:00
Toronto-based company Decentral has been rolling out its “7 Days of Jaxx” by introducing a new feature service every day. Now, the company has announced the production of a new cold storage prototype they have built called Ice Cube — no relation to the rapper. Also read: Bitcoin Price Rally: ‘Hot Money in China Has
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Booking service Hotelgo24.com supports charity in Bitcoins
Bitcoin News
2016. Jun. 01. 10:52
Hotelgo24.com is a unique online booking service which gives away Bitcoins for every reservation. Now, it allows user to donate Bitcoins to a chosen charity organization. Hotelgo24.com provides an easy-to-use website with comprehensive compilation of hotel rooms in nearly any city across the world. Booking does not require registration. The service offers attractive prices for accommodation. Rates
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A16z, USV Lead $1.5 Million Round for Blockchain Startup Mediachain
CoinDesk
2016. Jun. 01. 08:59
Mediachain has become the latest blockchain startup to join the portfolios of VC heavyweights Andreessen Horowitz and Union Square Ventures. 
