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December AugustCustos Raises $400K to Fight Piracy with Bitcoin Bounties
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 31. 22:00
Pirates beware! Stellenbosch-based anti-piracy startup, Custos Media Technologies, has made a deal with the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) of South Africa to help it grow and bring their services to a wider market. Under the agreement, TIA will provide a funding injection of 5.9 million rand, or approximately $407,000 USD, into the startup over the next
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Apple Tells Jaxx To Remove Dashpay
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 31. 20:50
The team at Decentral recently announced that Ethereum Classic would be supported by their flagship product the Jaxx wallet. Alongside this very announcement, the team received word today from Apple that they want Dashpay removed from the Jaxx interface. Also read: Is Apple Banning Ethereum Wallets on iOS? Jaxx Told By Apple To Remove Dashpay Received
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Apple Tells Jaxx To Remove Dash
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 31. 20:50
The team at Decentral recently announced that Ethereum Classic would be supported by their flagship product the Jaxx wallet. Alongside this very announcement, the team received word today from Apple that they want Dash removed from the Jaxx interface. Also read: Is Apple Banning Ethereum Wallets on iOS? Jaxx Told By Apple To Remove Dashpay Received official
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Deloitte Spin-Off Nuco Partners on Blockchain IoT Project
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 31. 20:10
A distributed ledger startup spun out of Deloitte has announced its first partnership with an Internet of Things company. Bank of Canada Paper: Bitcoin Adoption Could Stabilize Price
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 31. 18:30
The Bank of Canada has published a new staff working paper on the valuation of digital currencies like bitcoin. SWIFT to Expose Bank Security Flaws Following New Hacks
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 31. 18:00
In what is becoming a grimly regular occurrence, SWIFT has confirmed further hacks to its member banks, with even more customer cash stolen. Also read: Hackers Claim To Breach NSA, WikiLeaks Claims Old News SWIFT: Threat ‘Persistent, Adaptive, Sophisticated’ The news, shared by SWIFT in a memo this week, follows several hacks this year, resulting in
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JPX: Distributed Ledgers 'Better' With Third Parties
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 31. 15:53
A new report from Japan Exchange Group (JPX) contends that distributed ledgers will work 'better' if third parties are involved. Japan Exchange Group: Distributed Ledgers 'Better' With Third Parties
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 31. 15:53
A new report from Japan Exchange Group (JPX) contends that distributed ledgers will work 'better' if third parties are involved. Shopawl Now Accepting Bitcoin for eBay Orders
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 31. 15:00
Online shopping website, Shopawl, announced on Tuesday that it would start accepting bitcoin on eBay orders. Also read: Purse Merchants Goes Live with More Products than Amazon, eBay or Alibaba Paying with Bitcoin on Shopawl Shopawl accepts bitcoin as well as any altcoins supported by Shapeshift as the company uses ShapeShift’s Shifty button to accept altcoins. Earlier this
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Insurance Giant MetLife Joins R3 Blockchain Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 31. 14:31
MetLife has announced it will join banking consortium R3CEV. What Will Be Bitcoin's Next Big Price Event?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 31. 14:06
While bitcoin prices have enjoyed relative calm in recent weeks, analysts believe new forces could soon fuel sharp price gains. Hyperledger Has Grown 170% This Past Year, Says Project Team
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 31. 10:15
The Hyperledger Project announced 17 new members that will collaborate in researching, developing and standardizing blockchain technology. Also read: Blockchain is the Next Line of Defense for Cyber Security Hyperledger Project Adds ‘Two New Members Per Week’ The project has attracted 80 business members since the inception of Hyperledger last year. “There’s been a tremendous response to our
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Undocumented Human Tour Embarks on Second Trip Around US
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 31. 01:00
Last year, Bitcoin.com reported on the the Undocumented Human Tour, talking to Alma Sommer and Brian Stith about how they are raising their child Neo without governance. Now, the family is traveling around the U.S. once again, using cryptocurrencies for the voyage and even partnering up with the Bitcoin.com bus. Also read: Bitcoin.com Bus Shunned by Las
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Onchain Scaling Conference: Are Hard Forks Really Necessary?
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 30. 22:07
Today, the Encore Edition of the Onchain Scaling conference took place, discussing the many on-chain scalability solutions on the table for Bitcoin. Developer Jeff Garzik, Cornell professor Emin Gün Sirer, and lawyer Andrew Hinkes discussed hard fork potentials and the legal aspects of managing the blockchain protocol on-chain. Also read: The Bitcoin Blocksize Debate Has Not
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Hyperledger Blockchain Project Adds 17 New Members
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 30. 21:17
Samsung SDS, an IT affiliate of the South Korean electronics giant, is one of 17 new members to join the Hyperledger Project. Bitcoin Is the Fuel We Need for the Industrial Internet of Things
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 30. 18:00
Industrial giant G.E. has announced the new Internet revolution: The Industrial Internet of Things. G.E. promises the Industrial Internet will bring a new wave of digital products, which combines “Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communication, industrial Big Data analytics, technology, cyber security and automation.” The Industrial Internet, if successful, will expand the IoT astronomically. This, in turn, will
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US Health Department Selects 15 Blockchain Research Contest Winners
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 30. 17:25
The US government's Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC) has announced the winners of a blockchain research paper contest. Blockchain Startup Symbiont Adds Ex-Morgan Stanley Director
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 30. 15:05
Former Morgan Stanley managing director Caitlin Long has joined blockchain startup Symbiont as president and chairman of the board. IPC & Post-Quantum Will Fuse the Blockchain with the Cloud
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 30. 15:00
New Jersey-based IPC Systems has partnered with Post-Quantum Solutions to implement biometrics, encryption and blockchain technologies into its Connexus Cloud network. Also read: Private Internet Access VPN Adds Roger Ver to Advisory Board IPC’s Cloud Will Use Blockchain for Advanced Security IPC currently specializes in trading turret products and multi-speaker communications devices. Recently the firm launched its
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'Settlement Coin' is All About Banks, Not Blockchain
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 30. 14:05
The design of a high-profile project should give the public pause about how banks are seeking to apply blockchain, ex-banker Frances Coppola argues. EU Parliament Member Seeks €1 Million for Blockchain Research
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 30. 13:45
A member of the European Parliament is proposing $1.1m be spent on a task force focused on studying digital currencies and blockchain. EU Parliament Rep Seeks €1 Million for Blockchain Research
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 30. 13:45
A member of the European Parliament is proposing $1.1m be spent on a task force focused on studying digital currencies and blockchain. Blockchain’s Thunder Network Aims at Faster Refunds
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 30. 12:00
Blockchain is improving its Thunder Network for faster settlement and refund times in off-chain transactions, according to a project update. Also read: Ethereum-Competitor Lisk Unveils Roadmap Stress Tests Underway Released as an alpha-stage prototype for testing in May, Thunder is a version of Bitcoin’s proposed Lightning Networks, which handles transactions instantly between users and settles at
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MIT Report: Legacy Finance ‘Will Undoubtedly Disappear’
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 30. 00:00
A new fintech report by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has legacy banking will “undoubtedly disappear” and that future banking will need to handle both private and state-issued virtual currencies. Also read: Bain Blockchain Report: ‘Wait-and-See Approach’ Wrong for Banks MIT: Legacy Culture ‘Inhibits Innovation’ The report, dubbed “DIGITAL BANKING MANIFESTO: THE END OF
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Unsung.org ‘Hacker House’ Has Been Robbed
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 29. 23:51
“This is a big setback For us,” Jason King says in a Facebook post notifying followers of a robbery committed against the Unsung.org “Hacker House.” Also read: Ethereum-Competitor Lisk Unveils Roadmap Hacker House Robbed The hacker house of Unsung.org, an application which seeks to deliver unwanted food from local caterers and restaurants to the homeless, powered
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IBM Bridges Blockchain, AI With New Business Unit
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 29. 23:30
IBM is reorganizing its internal blockchain team into a business unit that encompasses its artificial intelligence and cloud computing efforts. Industry Platforms will be led by Bridget van Kralingen, IBM’s former senior vice president of Global Business Services. As part of the launch, IBM's entire blockchain leadership will make the transition to the unit, first announced […] Ethereum-Competitor Lisk Unveils Roadmap
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 29. 21:00
The multi-platform blockchain project Lisk has just released its developmental roadmap, which will cover five milestones that the team will build over the next few years. Also read: This New Zealand Artist Sees the Blockchain Differently Lisk Roadmap Reveals 5 Key Phases The Berlin-based Lisk project (Lisk.io) has been making waves within the cryptocurrency community for being a possible
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Mizuho Bank Dealt Blow in Mt Gox Lawsuit Update
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 29. 20:09
A US judge largely denied a push by Mizuho Bank last week to dismiss charges filed against it in a class action suit tied to the collapse of Mt Gox. Blockchain Executives Sign Pledge to Address Governance Issues
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 29. 18:54
Fourteen blockchain executives have signed a letter calling for changes to the way blockchain governance is managed. Crypto-Games.net is leading the way in cryptocurrency gambling
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 29. 18:28
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! Crypto-Games.net is not the largest cryptocurrency gambling platform available at the moment, but they are rapidly closing the gap! Currently, the casino offers Dice, Slots, Blackjack, Roulette, and Lottery as well as offers users
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Monero Rising: Why Dark Markets Matter
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 29. 18:00
The precipitous rise of Monero in the past few days has caused many users and traders to ask: what’s behind the surge of the self-proclaimed “untraceable” XMR token? Also read: Fed Explores Radical New Financial Engineering Tools Monero Surge Indicative of Demand for Privacy? For those familiar with the altcoin market, it’s not how much
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Bitcoin Tipping Platform Zapchain to Shut Down
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 29. 16:13
Bitcoin-based social network Zapchain has announced it will close effective 31st August. The Bitcoin Blocksize Debate Has Not Even Fully Begun Yet
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 29. 15:40
China’s largest miner HaoBTC spoke with Bitcoin.com following their tweet stating that the Core developers have “won” the Bitcoin blocksize debate. Also read: Private Internet Access VPN Adds Roger Ver to Advisory Board Chinese Miners ‘Fractured’ on Blocksize Issue Following a petitionary statement to developers to implement the July 2016 hard fork, agreed at the Hong
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Private Internet Access VPN Adds Roger Ver to Advisory Board
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 29. 15:00
No-log VPN provider Private Internet Access (PIA) has stepped up its Bitcoin and Blockchain involvement with the appointment of Bitcoin.com founder Roger Ver to its board of advisors. Also read: CryptoCurrency Pubcon is Coming to NYC VPN Provider ‘Thrilled’ to Appoint Ver PIA, owned by parent company London Trust Media, is looking to capitalize on its position as one of
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Singapore Central Bank Proposes New Rules for Bitcoin Startups
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 29. 14:40
Singapore's central bank has proposed a new regulatory framework for payments that could cover digital currency exchanges. Could the Blockchain End Bureaucracy?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 29. 14:30
In this OpEd, Reform researcher Alexander Hitchcock discusses how blockchain could lead to big savings in civil services. Singapore Central Bank Proposes New Rules for Bitcoin Startups
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 29. 13:40
Singapore's central bank has proposed a new regulatory framework for payments that could cover digital currency exchanges. Could the Blockchain End Bureaucracy?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 29. 13:30
In this OpEd, Reform researcher Alexander Hitchcock discusses how blockchain could lead to big savings in civil services. Introducing Shufflepuff: An Interview with Daniel Krawisz
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 29. 12:00
Bitcoin.com recently got together with Bitcoin developer Daniel Krawisz to discuss his new creation Shufflepuff — a coin tumbling tool, which tested its first transaction on August 15. But while Krawisz, a well-known writer and founder of the Satoshi Nakamoto Institute, is a strong proponent of cryptocurrency privacy, he would never support Altcoins such as Dash, or Monero as he believes
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Florida Appeals Espinoza Decision, Bitcoin’s Status at Stake
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 28. 22:00
The state Florida made headlines when Miami-Dade’s Circuit Judge Teresa Mary Pooler tossed out anti-money-laundering charges against website designer Michell Espinoza. According to recent reports, though, the state is filing an appeal against the decision to dismiss charges. Also read: Fed Explores Radical New Financial Engineering Tools State Of Florida Appeals Judge Pooler’s Decision to Dismiss Charges
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Inside 'Bitcoin Vault': Could a Technical Fix Block Hackers for Good?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 28. 18:45
A new proposal could make it easier for bitcoin exchanges to guard against hacks, but key challenges around enacting the change are slowing advances. Building the Foundations for a Scalable Ethereum
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 28. 17:22
Do events like The DAO collapse prove blockchains need formal governance? Blockchain analyst Josh Stark argues that it's too early to tell. Building the Foundations for a Scalable Ethereum Community
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 28. 17:22
Do events like The DAO collapse prove blockchains need formal governance? Blockchain analyst Josh Stark argues that it's too early to tell. Sorry Blockchain, Any Joe Schmoe Shouldn’t Be Able to Start a Bank
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 28. 16:04
Safety issues with some new, disruptive business models highlight why regulations exist. Surely the same goes for firms that hold our money. Fed Explores Radical New Financial Engineering Tools
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 28. 15:00
Central banking is “in a brave new world,” said a Fed representative as the institution considers both old and radical new tools to drive the US economy in the coming decades. Also read: Can the Federal Reserve Really Save the US Economy? Conditions Right for a Fed Hike In the Federal Reserve’s potential toolkit is a much-anticipated interest rate hike,
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This New Zealand Artist Sees the Blockchain Differently
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 28. 12:00
Simon Denny, an artist from New Zealand, is taking blockchain technology to a different level with his geeky art being displayed at the Petzel Gallery in New York City on September 8- October 22. Denny’s art exhibit features distributed ledger technology, the Risk board game, and Pokémon. Also read: ‘Yours Network’ to Use Bitcoin in Competition
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‘Yours Network’ to Use Bitcoin in Competition Against Steemit
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 28. 01:11
With all the hype surrounding decentralized, blockchain-based social media platforms such as Steemit and Synereo, another next-gen network is on the horizon. Also read: Is Facebook About to Get ‘Myspaced’ by Next-Gen Social Media? Back in April, the lead developers of the “Yours Network,” Ryan X. Charles, Steven McKie, and Clemens Ley, released their vision to the
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The Vault: Could This Technical Fix Block Bitcoin Hackers?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 27. 18:45
A new proposal could make it easier for bitcoin exchanges to guard against hacks, but key challenges around enacting the change are slowing advances. Inside 'Bitcoin Vault': Could a Technical Fix Block Hackers for Good?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 27. 18:45
A new proposal could make it easier for bitcoin exchanges to guard against hacks, but key challenges around enacting the change are slowing advances. Bitmain’s R4 to Bring an In-Home Experience to Bitcoin Mining
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 27. 18:01
Leading mining hardware manufacturer Bitmain has recently unveiled its latest mining rig: the Antminer R4. This machine aims to bring bitcoin mining back to the home. Available for purchase on August 29, Bitmain claims the launch will make the R4 the world’s most efficient bitcoin mining chip in the consumer market. Also read: Don Tapscott May
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Code is Law? Not Quite Yet
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 27. 17:03
Should code be law? In this opinion piece, Lukas Abegg argues there are many scientific hurdles to cross before this is likely to be possible. Don Tapscott May Be Behind the Next Major Blockchain Organization
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 27. 12:00
On August 24, members of the largest firms working on blockchain technology met with Don Tapscott at his Ontario summer compound for a three-day meeting to discuss the future of the blockchain. Also read: Is Facebook About to Get ‘Myspaced’ by Next-Gen Social Media? Tapscott, who is well-known for co-authoring Blockchain Revolution, believes the get-together could be the start
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The Vault: Could This Technical Fix Block Bitcoin Hackers?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 27. 07:09
A new proposal could make it easier for exchanges to guard against hacks, but key challenges around enacting the change have slowed advances. ‘BEN’ Initiative Giving Out Free Bitcoin for Back-to-School
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 27. 01:59
The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) has recently announced its partnership with BTC.com for the upcoming Bitcoin Airdrop this September. The “Back-to-School Blockchain Initiative” has expanded its goals by working with a dozen universities across North America to grow educate students on blockchain technology. Also read: Bitcoin Makes Finances Easier for Int’l Students in US Colleges BEN Will
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Bitmain to Release New Bitcoin Miner in Bid to Attract Hobbyists
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 26. 23:28
One ambitious bitcoin company is seeking to make mining a hobbyist activity again. UPDATE: Bitcoiners Who Use Tor – Be Warned!
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 26. 22:00
Bitcoiners who use Tor be warned! An obscure change to the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure will automatically take effect on December 1 unless Congress blocks it. Also read: China’s ‘Google’ Baidu Halts Bitcoin Ads, Leaves Market Guessing No Warrant Required A revised Rule 41 would allow the FBI to use a single warrant to
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Ethereum Classic Prices Plunge 20% as Trader Interest Wanes
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 26. 20:40
The price of classic ether plunged against several currencies over the last week amid concerns of waning market enthusiasm. Did Ethereum's Fork Validate Bitcoin Block Size Conservatism?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 26. 19:06
CoinDesk explores how the ethereum hard fork affected sentiment regarding bitcoin's long-raging block size debate. Bitcoin Confiscated in €1 Million Finnish Drug Bust
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 26. 17:49
Customs agents in Finland revealed today that they seized bitcoin and other items worth about €1m earlier this year. Is Facebook About to Get ‘Myspaced’ by Next-Gen Social Media?
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 26. 16:00
Social media is a major component of the internet and has already transformed how humans communicate and interact. Looking to take things to the next level, a few projects are trying to combine social media with the blockchain. Also read: Coinbase’s GDAX Exchange Adds Litecoin, Price Spikes 10% Steemit The Blockchain-based social media platform Steemit has gained quite a
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Hyperledger Blockchain Project Elects New Tech Committee
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 26. 15:47
The Hyperledger Project, the blockchain initiative led by the Linux Foundation, has elected a new technical steering committee. China’s ‘Google’ Baidu Halts Bitcoin Ads, Leaves Market Guessing
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 26. 15:00
China’s most popular search engine Baidu froze Bitcoin ads Thursday in what Bloomberg suggests is a “growing wariness” on behalf of business and government. Also read: China’s Constant Bubbles Drive Investors to Bitcoin in Droves Baidu Mimicking Official Sentiment? Baidu has declined to comment on the move, but the ban has been confirmed by both Huobi and
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Why ICAP Believes Central Banks Could Adopt Digital Currency
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 26. 14:16
ICAP is working to show central banks how they may be able to one day adopt a market infrastructure based on distributed ledger tech. Fintech & Blockchain is ‘Eating the German Landscape’
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 26. 12:00
Blockhain and financial technology may be going German, with a vast amount of startups in these industries choosing to set up shop in Berlin. Also read: Bitwala Raises €800k from Germany’s Largest VC Firm Brexit Forces Fintech to Berlin Several startups in Berlin told Reuters that the German Capital is booming as a hub for financial technology. Berlin
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Singapore Regulator: ‘Consolidated Framework’ Needed for Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 26. 01:00
Singapore has announced its intention to simplify regulations on payments in a move that will also recognize and cater to the needs of businesses dealing in Bitcoin. Also read: Japan Risks Falling Behind Amid Blockchain Talent Shortage Singapore Wants ‘Consolidated’ Framework In a public consultation released today, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) states its intention to “create a
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Roger Ver ‘Honoured’ Recipient of Liberland Diplomatic Passport
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 25. 22:00
The self-proclaimed micronation, the Free Republic of Liberland, which has claimed a parcel of disputed land on the western bank of the Danube river, is holding a Summer Dinner event on August 26-28. Also read: Legal Identity for All: Can Bitcoin’s Blockchain Rise to the Challenge? Liberland’s Summer Dinner Event The conference this coming weekend will
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Liberland Issues First Diplomatic Passports
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 25. 22:00
The self-proclaimed micronation, the Free Republic of Liberland, which has claimed a parcel of disputed land on the western bank of the Danube river, is holding a Summer Dinner event on August 26-28. Also read: Legal Identity for All: Can Bitcoin’s Blockchain Rise to the Challenge? Liberland’s Summer Dinner Event The conference this coming weekend will
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Blockchain Book Author Appears in New TED Talk
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 25. 21:31
Author Don Tapscott recently helped kick off the TED Summit in Banff, Alberta with a talk about blockchain technology. Private Internet Access VPN Adds Roger Ver to Advisory Board
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 25. 21:00
No-log VPN provider Private Internet Access (PIA) has stepped up its Bitcoin and Blockchain involvement with the appointment of Bitcoin.com founder Roger Ver to its board of advisors. Also read: CryptoCurrency Pubcon is Coming to NYC VPN Provider ‘Thrilled’ To Appoint Ver PIA, owned by parent company London Trust Media, is looking to capitalize on its position as one of
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Ethereum Wallet Update Sparks Debate Over 'Corporate' Integration
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 25. 20:55
One of ethereum's best-known wallets released new updates today, though one drew outsized attention and provoked discussion. Judge Grants Cryptsy Lawsuit Class Action Status
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 25. 19:20
A Florida judge has certified a class action lawsuit filed on behalf of customers of the now-defunct digital currency exchange Cryptsy. Legal Identity for All: Can Bitcoin’s Blockchain Rise to the Challenge?
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 25. 18:00
The United Nations aims to make it possible for all people to have a legal identity, including birth registration. This is one of the targets under the overarching goal of eradicating extreme poverty for all people everywhere by the year 2030. But providing an ID for everyone is a tremendous challenge. That is why experts are looking at Bitcoin’s
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Majority of Global Exchanges Now Testing Distributed Ledger Tech
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 25. 17:40
The majority of global exchanges are now exploring distributed ledgers according to a new trade organization report. Bitcoin Privacy Tool ’CoinShuffle' Sees First Transaction
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 25. 17:01
An anonymous style of bitcoin transaction that privacy enthusiasts have been awaiting for two years has finally been tested successfully. Bitcoin Privacy Tool 'CoinShuffle' Sees First Transaction
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 25. 17:01
A type of anonymous bitcoin transaction that privacy enthusiasts have been awaiting for years has finally been tested successfully. Why the Winklevoss Brothers Are Still Waiting for a Bitcoin ETF
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 25. 15:21
Confusion over deadlines may be leading to premature excitement about the Winklevoss Bitcoin ETF, a bitcoin investment vehicle awaiting SEC approval. Blockpay Lets Businesses Accept 8 Major Cryptos at Zero-Cost
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 25. 15:00
Bitcoin.com recently chatted with Christoph Hering of Blockpay. Hering is an entrepreneur and the co-founder of Bitshares Munich. He shares with us his vision for Blockpay a new Point of Sale platform that allows merchants to accept a wide variety of cryptocurrencies at zero cost. The system will also have other features such as loyalty
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The Bitcoin Patent – Only A Matter Of Time?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 25. 13:30
In this OpEd, two patent attorneys discuss whether bitcoin could be patented, and whether a bitcoin patent would be enforceable if it was granted. CryptoCurrency Pubcon is Coming to NYC
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 25. 12:00
There’s a new networking event coming to New York City called the CryptoCurrency Pubcon that will gather 1,000 blockchain and digital currency enthusiasts to discuss emerging innovative technologies. Also read: Coda Pay Receives $2 Million for Asian Expansion Pubcon Will Gather 1,000 Crypto-Industry Enthusiasts in NYC The CryptoCurrency Pubcon will be an event dedicated to networking the
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Moscow Government to Explore Blockchain Voting
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 25. 01:17
Government officials in Moscow today revealed plans to investigate applications of blockchain technology. Wall Street Goes Blockchain With Factom, Intrinio
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 25. 01:00
Blockchain-based data management platform, Factom, has announced its partnership with Intrinio, an application and financial data provider. The duo plans on putting Wall Street on the Factom blockchain to provide immutable and transparent US stock market data for the first time in history. Also read: Dept of Homeland Security Awards $200K to Factom for ID System Factom
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Settlement Coin Creators Seek to 'Liberalize' Central Banks With Blockchain
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 24. 22:05
A new digital currency built for central banks is designed to make it easier for more people to use two powerful tools: real-time settling and cash. Venezuelan Cryptobuyer Brokerage Sees ‘Soaring Demand’
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 24. 22:00
Venezuela is in economic turmoil, shaking the country to its core. Venezuelan digital asset brokerage Cryptobuyer believes the country’s situation warrants a broadening in currency options for citizens. To cater to this perceived need, the firm enables Venezuelans to purchase bitcoin — and recently Dash. Also read: Jaxx Wallet Now Stores DASH, Advanced Features Coming Cryptobuyer Offers Bitcoin
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How a Cryptographer Named After Harry Potter's Archenemy is Helping Solve Bitcoin's Biggest Problems
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 24. 19:15
An anonymous cryptographer named after Harry Potter’s archenemy has put forth a proposal experts believe could help solve major issues facing bitcoin. A Cryptographer Named After Harry Potter's Archenemy is Helping Solve Bitcoin's Biggest Problems
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 24. 19:15
An anonymous cryptographer named after Harry Potter’s archenemy has put forth a proposal experts believe could help solve major issues facing bitcoin. Kazakhstan Warms Towards Bitcoin as Local Currency Freefalls
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 24. 18:00
Kazakhstan’s national fiat currency, the Tenge, has been falling for decades, recently, hitting a record low. Meanwhile, interest in Bitcoin is growing, and volumes have been steadily rising in the Central Asian country. Also read: France’s Third Largest Bus Company Accepts Bitcoin Kazakhstan’s Currency Problems The Central Asian country was the last Soviet republic to declare independence back in
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R3 Files Patent Application for Distributed Ledger Tech
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 24. 17:26
New York-based startup R3CEV has reportedly filed for a patent for a blockchain-inspired financial platform. MIT Study Reveals New Data on Free Bitcoin Airdrop
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 24. 16:23
A new study by MIT researchers has provided details on a free bitcoin giveaway conducted at the US university in 2014. Coinbase’s GDAX Exchange Adds Litecoin, Price Spikes 10%
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 24. 14:00
Cryptocurrency exchange GDAX (Coinbase) has announced it is now supporting Litecoin (LTC) trading. Also read: Shapeshift Transforms KeepKey Hardware Wallet into an Exchange Litecoin Added to GDAX Exchange Everyone in the crypto-community knew it was coming when Litecoin creator Charlie Lee hinted about the LTC addition to GDAX yesterday by saying via Twitter that “tomorrow’s going to
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Blockchain Startup Chronicled Launches Ethereum IoT Registry
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 24. 13:55
In an effort to build a standard for IoT, Chronicled is open sourcing a tool for registering connected devices on the ethereum blockchain. Four Big Banks to Create a New Bitcoin Alternative
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 24. 11:00
Four major world banks are set to announce the creation of a new blockchain-based digital currency, and are hoping to make it the global standard for settlements. Also read: Can the Federal Reserve Really Save the US Economy? ‘Digital Cash’ Needed The plan for the originally-titled “utility settlement coin” comes from UBS, Deutsche Bank, Santander, and BNY Mellon.
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Litecoin Price Spikes 10% as Coinbase Exchange Turns on Trading
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 24. 02:41
Litecoin prices rose nearly 10% today as word the digital currency would be listed on Coinbase's GDAX exchange spread among traders. Big Banks Band Together to Launch 'Settlement Coin'
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 24. 01:27
Four banks have reportedly partnered on a blockchain project aimed at creating a means to clear and settle transactions worldwide. TAO Network Partners with Boogie Shack Music Group
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 24. 01:22
The TAO network is partnering with music publisher Boogie Shack Music Group to help develop blockchain-based tools and services for the company. Also read: Coda Pay Receives $2 Million for Asian Expansion ‘TAO of Music’ Gives Artists More Control The partnership was announced August 22, 2016, and according to the press release the partnership offers the TAO
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Bitfury Research Shines Light on Bitcoin Mixing Methods
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 23. 23:34
A new Bitfury white paper aims to advance the study of how bitcoins sent using certain privacy-enhancing techniques can be traced to participants. Bitfury Research Shines Light on Bitcoin Privacy Weaknesses
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 23. 23:34
A new Bitfury white paper aims to advance the study of how bitcoins sent using certain privacy-enhancing techniques can be traced to participants. Coda Pay Receives $2 Million for Asian Expansion
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 23. 22:00
Singapore-based startup Coda Pay is bringing Bitcoin and alternative payment processing to South East Asian markets with its recent capital injection. The company has just announced it has raised $2 million USD to push its efforts forward. Also read: Amazon-Rival Rakuten Forms Blockchain Lab Coda Pay Progressing to Leverage Asian Markets Coda Pay is set to
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US Nuclear Research Lab Developing Bitcoin Analysis Tool
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 23. 21:15
A federally funded research laboratory run by a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin is developing a bitcoin analytics tool for the US government. Bank of Japan: Blockchain Could Alter Financial Services
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 23. 19:46
Japan's central bank issued remarks this week that found it forecasting that blockchain could come to have a fundamental impact on finance. Bitcoin.com Price Watch: Bulls About to Charge?
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 23. 18:01
The price of bitcoin has been trending upwards this past week, giving a bullish sentiment to traders. The price per BTC is $584 USD at press time, and it looks as though we may see more spikes. Also read: France’s Third Largest Bus Company Accepts Bitcoin Bitcoin Price Moves Away From the Bears’ Grasp Bitcoin has seen some
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South African Central Bank 'Open' to Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 23. 17:06
South Africa’s central bank is “open” to cryptocurrencies and blockchain, according to new statements from its governor. If This Video Doesn’t Make You Want Bitcoin, Nothing Will
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 23. 17:00
One particular YouTube video perfectly sums up how the economy works. And if it doesn’t make you want to buy bitcoins (or wish you had more), then perhaps nothing will. Also read: Leading Dark Net Markets to Support Monero Economic Stimulus 101 In simple, easy to understand language, this video – which is just over one minute
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Digital Asset to Open Source Smart Contract Language
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 23. 14:16
Digital Asset Holdings has announced it intends to open-source DAML, the smart contracting language it acquired from startup Elevence. Verizon Applies for Blockchain Patent in Strongest Push Yet
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 23. 12:35
US communications giant Verizon has filed a Blockchain patent for its digital media rights following three years of investigative research. Also read: New FCC Rules Could Block Your E-Wallet Verizon: Patent for ‘Passcode Blockchain’ Verizon, the largest communications company in the US, made the application in May but has declined to comment on its plans behind the
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Can the Federal Reserve Really Save the US Economy?
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 23. 12:00
Is the US Federal Reserve still capable of reducing negative effects from recessions and other economic shocks? Not without drastic measures, says a critic. Also read: The Federal Reserve Gets on Facebook, Greeted by Angry Bitcoiners More Extreme Measures The answer is yes – at least, according to a paper by the Fed’s own deputy director
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Leading Dark Net Markets to Support Monero
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 23. 01:00
Privacy-centric cryptocurrency Monero (XMR) has been making waves in the community as of late. Most recently, it has been revealed that the digital currency will be used by leading Dark Net Markets. Also read: Mimblewimble Paper Proposes ‘Near Complete’ Bitcoin Anonymity Oasis & Alphabay Will Implement Monero According to a recent Reddit post on the Dark
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Florida Files Appeal After Charges Against Bitcoin Seller Dismissed
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 22. 23:35
The state of Florida has appealed a recent court decision that saw a judge rule bitcoin isn't money. Unknown Bidder Buys $1.6 Million in Bitcoin at US Government Auction
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 22. 22:26
A winning bidder has claimed 2,700 BTC (worth $1.58m) at an auction held by the US Marshals Service (USMS). France’s Third Largest Bus Company Accepts Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 22. 22:17
The third largest bus company in France, Isilines, has started accepting bitcoin as part of a six-month test-run. Isilines is the first company in its sector to accept a cryptocurrency. Also read: Dash Across America: The Bitcoin.com Bus Begins its Journey Partnership with Paymium To accept bitcoin payments, Isilines has partnered with a French startup,
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One Month After Ethereum Hard Fork, Millions in DAO Funds Remain Unclaimed
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 22. 20:41
It's been a month since the ethereum hard fork moved $150m worth of DAO ether into a withdraw-only account. Today, $25m is still unclaimed. One Month After Ethereum Hard Fork, Millions in DAO Funds Unclaimed
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 22. 20:41
It's been a month since the ethereum hard fork moved $150m worth of DAO ether into a withdraw-only account. Today, $25m is still unclaimed. One Month After Ethereum Fork, Millions in DAO Funds Unclaimed
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 22. 20:41
It's been a month since the ethereum hard fork moved $150m worth of DAO ether into a withdraw-only account. Today, $25m is still unclaimed. One Month After Ethereum Fork, Millions in DAO Funds Still Unclaimed
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 22. 20:41
It's been a month since the ethereum hard fork moved $150m worth of DAO ether into a withdraw-only account. Today, $25m is still unclaimed. Sberbank Considers Russian Blockchain Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 22. 19:14
One of Russia's largest banks is in discussions to join a domestic bank consortium that would study blockchain technology. Japanese Firms Test Blockchain for E-Check Management
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 22. 18:31
The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ and tech giant Hitachi are working on a blockchain proof-of-concept aimed at digitizing checks. Is the NSA Baiting the Shadow Brokers with Seized Bitcoin?
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 22. 18:00
According to a recent post from crypto-blogger Krypt3ia, the wallet of the Shadow Brokers group who are auctioning NSA hacking tools, has been receiving the very same bitcoin that was seized from Silk Road. Also read: Alleged Silk Road Forum Operator ‘Roped Into’ U.S. Extradition Shadow Brokers Wallet ‘Tested’ by Seized Silk Road Bitcoins Last week, Krypt3ia stated that
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Bitfinex to Offer Company Equity to Reimburse Customer Losses
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 22. 16:00
Bitfinex customers may soon have a way to convert the digital assets they were issued following the exchange's hack earlier this month. UK Blockchain Projects Near Regulatory Approval
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 22. 15:16
UK regulators are reportedly moving forward with efforts that would find blockchain firms exiting a FinTech sandbox program. Major Turkish Exchange Shuts Down Following Banking Suspension
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 22. 15:00
Bitcoin in Turkey has come under renewed pressure as longstanding Turkish exchange BTCTurk has its bank accounts shut down. Also read: Bitwala Steps Up to Replace PayPal with Bitcoin in Turkey BTCTurk: Bitcoin Trading ‘Risky’ BTCTurk, which started trading in 2013, said it was currently trying to refund customer balances in the face of the unexpected
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Mitsubishi & Hitachi Trial Blockchain-Based Checking
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 22. 12:00
The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ and Hitachi are working on a blockchain-based prototype that processes and verifies the integrity of check payments. Also read: Mitsubishi Confirms Testing Its Own Cryptocurrency Hitachi & Mitsubishi Test Blockchain-Based Checking Blockchain technology has become quite popular in Japan to financial institutions that reside in the region. According to Nikkei,
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Trees Joins Growing Alt-Payments Industry for Medical Marijuana
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 22. 04:15
Bitcoin-accepting Trees, a former medical cannabis dispensary that made headlines with its vision to deliver dank buds via drone, has pivoted towards becoming a marketplace in conjunction with building a payment processor. Its emphasis is on allowing cannabis businesses to become their own banks through blockchain technology. Also read: The FCA Considers Bringing Blockchain Startups to UK Trees:
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The FCA Considers Bringing Blockchain Startups to UK
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 21. 22:00
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will possibly approve blockchain businesses within the region. This will give UK-based distributed ledger businesses an edge when it comes to grasping a broader reach towards consumers. Also read: The ‘Bitcoin Family’ One Year Later The FCA Is Researching Blockchain Startups for Economic Growth According to the Financial Times (FT), the UK’s
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The ‘Bitcoin Family’ One Year Later
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 21. 18:00
A year ago today, my family was featured in a Motherboard Vice article called “Meet the ‘Bitcoin Family.’” Since that time, my two sons have learned a whole lot more about Bitcoin and are fascinated by their father’s work as a cryptocurrency journalist. Also read: Bitcoin To Benefit From Children Using High-end Technology At Young Age Learning
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Bitcoin and the Law of Conservation of Energy
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 21. 15:50
Guest contributor Alex Millar examines bitcoin through the lens of scientific law in an attempt to show that money is energy. Can Two Ethereum Markets Co-Exist?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 21. 13:42
A month after the ethereum market split in two, analysts wonder whether ETH and ETC can coexist in the long-term. The Federal Reserve Gets on Facebook, Greeted by Angry Bitcoiners
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 21. 11:00
The Federal Reserve, the quasi-private governing body of the US monetary system, launched a Facebook page Thursday in its bid to become more transparent and open with the US citizenry. Also read: Central Banks’ Fedspeak ‘Reflects’ Bitcoin Disruption Fears Federal Reserve Gets a Facebook As intended, and like the social media spaces of its public counterparts, the
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European Drug Report: Dark Net Rising in Use, Making Drugs Safer
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 20. 22:00
The Internet has provided a new portal for narcotics customers and suppliers to gain access to illicit drugs, says the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA). According to a research report by the organization, Dark Net Market (DNM) usage is rising in popularity. Also read: Dark Net Markets Are Booming From Better Quality
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On Tokens and Crowdsales: How Startups Are Using Blockchain to Raise Capital
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 20. 18:31
A look at the ways startups are utilising blockchain-based software tokens, and the various decentralized business models taking shape around them. On Tokens and Crowdsales: How Startups Are Using Blockchain to Raise Capital
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2016. Aug. 20. 16:31
A look at the ways startups are utilising blockchain-based software tokens, and the various decentralized business models taking shape around them. Why Big Bank Blockchain Leads Are Leaving for Startups
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 20. 15:36
Bank blockchain leads are leaving to build startups, a trend signalling that opportunities in the private blockchain space remain abundant. ‘Bitcoin Unlimited’ Reveals $500k Donation, Formal US Registration
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 20. 15:00
Bitcoin Unlimited has announced major changes to its status including formal registration as a non-profit following a $500,000 donation. Also read: Bitcoin ‘Whales’ Vote in Favor of Larger Tx Blocks Non-profit Registration & Development Drive Ahead The news was released to members via a post today, and comes as the community at large appears to be shifting
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Amazon-Rival Rakuten Forms Blockchain Lab
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 20. 12:00
Amazon competitor Rakuten is launching the Rakuten Blockchain Lab (RBL) in Belfast, UK, to explore potential applications for blockchain technology in fintech and e-commerce. Also read: Blockchain Lead Vacates Position at UBS, Joins BNY Mellon Rakuten Sets Up Blockchain Lab The establishment of RBL stems from Rakuten’s earlier investment in Bitcoin wallet and payments software firm
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Bitcoin.com Bus Shunned by Las Vegas Bitcoiners Over Politics
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 20. 11:00
The Bleish family’s “Dash Across America Tour” in the Bitcoin.com bus was derailed yesterday when, during their Las Vegas stop, the organizer of the city’s Bitcoin meetup denied them access because of the family’s support for Dash. Also read: Blockchain Lead Vacates Position at UBS, Joins BNY Mellon Bitcoin.com Bus Tour Denied Access to Las Vegas Meetup Catherine
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Can ACTUS Stop Financial Crises with Blockchain Data Standards?
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 20. 01:00
The lack of global financial industry data standards for financial instruments has created chaos for digital currency startups and the financial sector as a whole. Even more devastating is the intensification effect this lack of standards has had during recent financial crises. The ACTUS project aims to mitigate these problems by creating and implementing international,
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Blockchain Lead Vacates Position at UBS, Joins BNY Mellon
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 19. 23:04
The Swiss bank, UBS, is a losing a key member of its administrative team in Alex Batlin, who lead the bank’s efforts in blockchain innovation. Also read: TrumpCoin is Real, But Will It Make Crypto Great Again? Blockchain Lead Leaves UBS The news was first reported and confirmed by Financial News, which cites an internal
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Bitcoin Ponzi Schemer Hints at Dealings With Mt Gox CEO
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 19. 22:39
Convicted Ponzi operator Trendon Shavers is now insinuating that the unidentified debtor cited in his defense against the SEC was Mark Karpeles. Chainalysis: More Ransomware Arrests Are Coming
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 19. 22:00
Ransomware has been on the rise as of late, and it is a cyber security threat a lot of businesses and government services are taking seriously. According to Chainalysis, the blockchain monitoring company, more ransomware-related arrests from law enforcement are on the horizon. Also read: Chainalysis Raises $1.6M, Partners with Europol Can Companies Like Chainalysis Curb Ransomware
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Japanese Banks Plan Blockchain Currency Exchange
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 19. 19:55
A group of Japanese financial institutions are looking to create a platform for real-time currency exchange services. Ethereum Classic is Starting to Mobilize
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 19. 18:28
Supporters of an alternative implementation of the ethereum blockchain are beginning to mobilize and galvanize support. California Lawmaker: Bitcoin Thefts Show Industry Regulation Needed
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 19. 17:15
The state assemblyman behind efforts to regulate digital currency businesses in California is now hoping to revive his efforts. Bank of England Seeks Digital Currency Research Lead
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 19. 15:46
The Bank of England is on the hunt for an economist to spearhead its research into a central bank-issued digital currency. TrumpCoin is Real, But Will It Make Crypto Great Again?
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 19. 15:06
A new currency — TrumpCoin — dedicated to supporting Donald Trump’s presidency is currently seeking investments as a political action committee (PAC). Also read: Ripple CTO Blasts ‘Subtle Tyranny’ of Blockchain Hype Support Trump ‘Without Giving Away All Your Money’ TrumpCoin, which calls itself “the world’s first cryptopac,” even launched an updated website in its
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Capital One Adds Veteran Blockchain Lawyer to FinTech Team
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 19. 15:01
Blockchain legal veteran Elijah Alper will join Capital One in September to advise the financial services firm on the subject area. No, the EBA's Bitcoin Regulation Proposals Aren't All Bad
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 19. 14:05
Digital currency lawyer Jacek Czarnecki argues recent regulatory proposals in the EU might benefit the blockchain industry despite criticisms. Ripple CTO Blasts ‘Subtle Tyranny’ of Blockchain Hype
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 19. 12:00
The chief technology officer of Ripple and the guy who introduced Bitcoin to millions of viewers, Stefan Thomas, now has a different attitude concerning blockchain technology. Also read: Japan Risks Falling Behind Amid Blockchain Talent Shortage Does the Blockchain Make Everything Awesome? In a Medium blog post, Stefan Thomas, the creator of the YouTube video “What is
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Bitfinex Gives an Investigation Update
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 19. 05:29
Bitfinex has revealed more information concerning the investigation of the hack that took place on August 2. The exchange explains the company’s initial efforts to identify the hackers and the next steps for the business moving forward. Also read: Swiss Capital Zurich Rejects Bitcoin Government Bitfinex Hires Ledger Labs and Drops BitGo Services The Hong Kong-based cryptocurrency
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The Dream of The DAO Stubbornly Lives On
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 18. 22:53
Whether the concept of a DAO could live on in the wake of the downfall of The DAO was the topic of debate at a New York conference this week. Bitcoin Tech Bootcamp & Milan Conference Vie for Tech Talent
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 18. 21:00
A joint Bitcoin Bootcamp featuring teaching from 21 Inc and BitGo will offer just 15 atendees a “comprehensive” technical introduction to Bitcoin October 8-9. Also read: Bitcoin.com’s ‘Blockchain: Money’ Conference is Coming to London ‘Accelerated’ Bootcamp for Techies The “accelerated 2-day workshop” will be held in Palo Alto, California and focus primarily on exploring the inner workings
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ASX Completes First Distributed Ledger Prototype
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 18. 19:47
The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) announced today that it has completed the first phase of a distributed ledger tech trial. ASX Completes First Distributed Ledger Settlement Prototype
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 18. 19:47
The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) announced today that it has completed the first phase of a distributed ledger tech trial. Rakuten Acquires Bitcoin Startup Team for Blockchain Lab Launch
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 18. 18:06
Japanese e-commerce firm Rakuten has acqui-hired bitcoin startup Bitnet as part of a bid to staff its new blockchain development lab in the UK. Japan Risks Falling Behind Amid Blockchain Talent Shortage
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 18. 18:00
While the rest of the globe is on pace to grasp this technology in hopes that it could transform financial markets, Japan is lacking specialized technicians to develop their own blockchain industry. Also read: Popular Bitcoin Investing App Keza to Relaunch Japan Risks Falling Behind Japan has a shortage of developers and programmers that specialize in blockchain technology
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Next Bitcoin Software Update Will Be First to Feature SegWit Code
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 18. 17:25
A forthcoming bitcoin software update will be the first to feature preliminary code for a future scaling upgrade. Swiss Capital Zurich Rejects Bitcoin Government
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 18. 15:00
Zurich’s local government has gone against initiatives elsewhere in Switzerland by refusing to allow Bitcoin payments of taxes or salaries. Also read: Swiss Town Begins Accepting Bitcoin for Public Services Zurich Residents ‘Don’t Want To Pay In Bitcoin’ While a similar scheme has proven popular in the city of Zug, an enquiry by two local politicians
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Swiss Bank UBS Latest to See Key Blockchain Lead Depart
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 18. 14:50
UBS has become the latest major bank to see a significant departure from its blockchain innovation team. To Go Big on Blockchain, 'Big Four' Firm PwC Thinking Small
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 18. 14:09
To scale up its blockchain operations, 'Big Four' audit firm PwC is thinking small with its strategy. Popular Bitcoin Investing App Keza to Relaunch
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 18. 12:40
Keza, the mobile app that allows any Bitcoin holder worldwide to invest in stocks and bonds, is to be resurrected after its acquisition by Philippines company Satoshi Citadel Industries (SCI). Also read: Shapeshift Transforms KeepKey Hardware Wallet into an Exchange ‘Revolutionary Product’ Targets Philippines The move will see Keza developed closer physically to its initial key
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Bitcoin.org Warns of Expected Attacks Amid Upcoming Bitcoin Software Release
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 18. 06:38
A new post to the Bitcoin.org website indicates its contributors have reason to believe the website may be targeted by malicious actors. Bitcoin.org Warns of Attacks Amid Upcoming Bitcoin Software Release
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 18. 06:38
A new post to the Bitcoin.org website indicates its contributors have reason to believe the website may be targeted by malicious actors. Bitfinex Recovers Bitcoin Volume But Perception Battle Rages On
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 18. 01:50
Since a high-profile hack, Bitfinex has reclaimed its position as the top USD/BTC exchange, but questions about its future remain. Ether Camp Online Hackathon Attracts 500 Programmers
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 18. 00:00
This October Ether Camp is holding its 2nd hackathon with over 500 programmers competing for $50,000 in Ether. The four-week contest hosted online has invoked hundreds of ideas from hackers looking to win the prize money, and the entire event will be streamed live for the public’s viewing. Also read: Blockstream & Core Developers’ BIP Identity Crisis Winning
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Shapeshift Transforms KeepKey Hardware Wallet into an Exchange
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 17. 21:00
The hardware wallet manufacturer KeepKey (KeepKey.com) has just announced its partnership with the Shapeshift exchange. With this collaboration, KeepKey will be the first-ever hardware wallet to integrate with an exchange. Also read: The OpenDime ‘Bitcoin Stick’ Review FIrst Hardware Wallet to Adopt Shapeshift API The new partnership with Shapeshift will allow KeepKey users to securely exchange a
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Ethereum Prediction Market Service Takes First Steps With Beta Launch
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 17. 20:50
A new prediction market is set to go live on the ethereum network this week. California ‘BitLicense’ Dropped For Now
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 17. 19:53
The state of California has officially ceased further plans to adopt cryptocurrency legislation this year. The lawmakers attempting to create their own form of the New York BitLicense with Bill AB-1326. The legislation will remain untouched until next year, when authorities may revisit the Bill and try to introduce it again. Also read: Bank Insider: Cryptofinance Will
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‘They’re Wrong’: Former SEC Head Slams Bitcoin Naysayers
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 17. 18:00
Tired of hearing bankers and the media tell you Bitcoin is finished, but everyone loves the blockchain? Worry not, the technology still has plenty of cheerleaders in high places – and investment money is still rolling in. Also read: Bank Insider: Cryptofinance Will Not Be the End of Wall Street Investment Flows Negate Naysayers The latest high-profile figure
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Gartner: Blockchain Hits Hype Cycle Peak
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 17. 17:57
Blockchain technology has hit the peak of its hype cycle according to a new report by Gartner. Gartner: Blockchain Tech Hits Hype Cycle Peak
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 17. 17:57
Blockchain technology has hit the peak of its hype cycle according to a new report by Gartner. Bitfinex: Cause of Bitcoin Hack Still 'Unknown'
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 17. 16:18
Nearly two weeks after losing more than $60m in customer funds, Bitfinex reports it has not yet identified how the theft was carried out. The OpenDime ‘Bitcoin Stick’ Review
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 17. 15:00
Today I received my three OpenDime (opendime.com) devices in the mail, which came from Toronto via the Coinkite headquarters. I decided to give the product a review for all you Bitcoin.com readers to get an inside glimpse on how the device operates. Also read: Ledger Nano S Review: Can This $65 Device Top Trezor? OpenDime: The First Hardware
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Overstock's New Blockchain President Vows to Accelerate 'Fight Against Wall Street'
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 17. 14:21
Overstock blockchain president Jonathan Johnson discusses his strategy for the e-commerce giant in his first interview since assuming the new role. Overstock's New Blockchain President to Accelerate 'Fight Against Wall Street'
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 17. 14:21
Overstock blockchain president Jonathan Johnson discusses his strategy for the e-commerce giant in his first interview since assuming the new role. Why Ethereum Classic Must Die
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 17. 13:30
In this Op-Ed, investor Jacob Eliosoff argues that the ethereum community needs to rally around one blockchain. Buy Bitcoin With a Credit Card, Right Here at Bitcoin.com
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 17. 12:00
Would you like to buy some bitcoin? Have a friend who’s been asking you how to get into bitcoin, but doesn’t like things complicated? Starting today, you can buy bitcoin right here on Bitcoin.com – even with a credit card! Also read: Bitcoin.com Acquires BitcoinX for Top Exchange & Wallet Reviews Get Bitcoin with a Credit
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Bank Insider: Cryptofinance Will Not Be the End of Wall Street
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 17. 01:00
Finance and banking has seen its fair share of innovation over the centuries, and Bitcoin and its blockchain technology are already making a new chapter in this history. To get a better sense of how the industry views this innovation, I interviewed the head of Technology Risk for the Wealth & Investment Management portion of
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California Delays Efforts to Regulate Bitcoin Businesses
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 16. 21:01
California's legislature has once again shelved a plan to regulate businesses in the digital currency industry. Bitcoin Companies Who Reimburse Losses Stay Alive
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 16. 21:00
A recent blog post from Xapo called “What happens if Xapo gets hacked?” the company discusses the unfortunate Bitfinex heist that took place on August 2, 2016. Xapo says that if they were compromised the company would cover the losses from its own reserve. This is a glaring difference to the many exchanges that failed to
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UK Fraud Office Comments on 'Increasing' Bitcoin Use By Criminals
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 16. 20:35
A criminal investigatory unit in the UK has said that it would consider investigating cases involving bitcoin. Plane Maker Airbus Joins Hyperledger Blockchain Project
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 16. 18:55
French airplane manufacturer Airbus has joined the Hyperledger Project, the Linux Foundation-led blockchain initiative begun earlier this year. Tether Launches ‘Euro-Coin’ Trading on the Bitcoin Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 16. 18:00
Just like its USD counterpart, Tether Euros (EURT) bridge fiat currency with the Bitcoin blockchain along with the ability to use for SEPA transfer, debit card payments as well as trading EURT/USDT pairs over OmniDex. Also read: Monetizing the Web with Bitcoin is a Win/Win Tether: The Crypto-Fiat Bridge Tether Inc. (tether.to) in conjunction with
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Blockchain World Expo Postponed Until 2017
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 16. 17:38
A scheduling conflict has resulted in the postponement of the Blockchain World Expo. Airbitz Opens Bitcoin to Third Party Apps with Plugin API
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 16. 16:30
The San Diego-based wallet company Airbitz has just announced the release of its Bitcoin wallet Plugin API for third party applications and services within the industry. Also read: Jaxx Wallet Now Stores DASH, Advanced Features Coming Airbitz Plugin API Brings Bitcoin to 3rd Party Apps Airbitz says they have been hard at work with Airbitz SDK integrations,
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Hyperledger Tests Open Strategy With First Blockchain Explorer
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 16. 14:07
CoinDesk profiles ongoing developments at business blockchain consortium Hyperledger and its collaborative effort to launch an open-source tool. Jaxx Wallet Now Stores DASH, Advanced Features Coming
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 16. 14:00
Jaxx will now officially support DASH as one of their 4 cryptocurrency assets in one wallet. Meanwhile, the price of Dash has tested new heights of over $14 USD on the news. Also read: Bitcoin Price Slumps While Altcoins Party Jaxx Wallet Now Supports DASH Following a series of announcements about an upcoming integration of DASH on
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Bitcoin.com Acquires BitcoinX for Top Exchange & Wallet Reviews
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 16. 13:00
It is hard to keep up with all of the Bitcoin exchanges and wallets in the Bitcoin ecosystem, which is why Bitcoin.com will now have the most comprehensive and extensive catalog of every exchange and wallet following its acquisition of BitcoinX. Also read: USMS to Auction 2,719 Seized Bitcoins This Month BitcoinX Helps Pick a Wallet & Exchange
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Hackers Claim To Breach NSA, WikiLeaks Claims Old News
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 16. 12:00
A hacker group has claimed to have breached a NSA affiliate, obtaining details of cyber weapons which it wishes to auction for 1,000,000 bitcoins. Also read: Bitfinex Hack: US Regulation ‘Prevented Cold Storage Use’ NSA Cyber Weapons for A Million Bitcoins? An assumed group of hackers, the ‘Shadow Brokers,’ has claimed responsibility for the hack,
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Monetizing the Web with Bitcoin is a Win/Win
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 16. 00:00
By using Bitcoin and its blockchain, consumers can eliminate fee-charging intermediaries, such as banks and credit card issuers, while preserving their anonymity when transacting on the web. Also read: ‘Bitcoin Browser’ Brave Raises $4.5M, Readies for 1.0 Launch Facebook Bypasses Ad Blockers The annoying online ads that swarm web pages are detrimental to online publishers, advertisers,
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July Bitcoin Price Report: Confidence Hits 2016 Highs Amid Halving
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 15. 22:40
Bitcoin prices experienced modest fluctuations in July, pushing higher in anticipation of the halving and then declining after the event. Why EBA Proposals Would Set an Absurd Precedent for Bitcoin Startups
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 15. 22:20
The EBA's new proposals for digital currency could make starting a bitcoin exchange more onerous than opening a bank, argues lawyer Adam Vaziri. Cryptsy CEO Denies He Stole From His Own Exchange
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 15. 21:09
Cryptsy CEO Paul Vernon has hit back at allegations he mishandled funds during his tenure as an executive at the exchange. UN Seeks Two ‘Tech Geeks’ for Bitcoin Fundraising
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 15. 21:00
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program is looking for two volunteers to help one of the organizations they are working with to research and train two of their staff members on how to use bitcoins for fundraising immediately. Also read: BitGive: Charity 2.0 Platform Will ‘Revolutionize Philanthropy’ UN Volunteer Programs Interested in Bitcoin Although the volunteer
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Denver Hosts 2nd Annual Crypto Cannabis Conference
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 15. 18:00
The Crypto Cannabis Conference is holding its second annual conference in Denver, Colorado — where cannabis is legalized for recreational use. Also read: Cannabis Entrepreneurs Should Use Bitcoin as Legalization Grows Crypto Cannabis Conference Comes to Colorado The cannabis industry is growing exponentially in the U.S., and this year many states are on the path to legalize marijuana.
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New KnCMiner Owners Seek to Revive Bitcoin Firm With Acquisition
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 15. 16:56
A preliminary sale that would find bitcoin mining firm KnCMiner continuing under new ownership has been approved. KnC Miner Sold to ‘Serious’ Swedish Buyer
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 15. 16:20
Bankrupt mining conglomerate KnC Group has announced that Gogreenlight has acquired the assets of its KnC Miner subsidiary. Also read: Suing Bitfinex Could Lose Traders More, Not Less KnC Miner Deal ‘Only Has A Few Things Left’ The newly incorporated company, owned by Swedish entrepreneur Sten Oscarsson, focuses primarily on green data centers. It purchased
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Suing Bitfinex Could Lose Traders More, Not Less
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 15. 15:00
Bitfinex’s compensation measures could sink in court before seeing results, with traders already talking of legal action following their 36% ‘haircut’. Also read: A $99 Trezor Could Have Prevented the $70M Bitfinex Theft Traders Feel ‘Robbed’ The exchange has sought to compensate $72 million in stolen funds by replacing 36% of customer balances with its
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Blockstream Adds to All-Star Blockchain Developer Team
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 15. 14:10
Bitcoin startup Blockstream has announced a slew of new hires that serve to further boost the firm’s already impressive development team. Bitfinex Heist Rings the Alarm of Bitcoin Centralization
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 15. 12:35
Should the Bitfinex hack be seen as a call to action? That's the opinion of Nozomi Hayes, who argues it provides evidence decentralization is needed. Blockstream & Core Developers’ BIP Identity Crisis
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 15. 12:00
A decision on the part of Core developers to use the same BIP ID number for their “compact blocks” proposal as its counterpart, “Xthin,” has ignited a controversy as some are now questioning the competency of Core developers. Also read: Bitcoin Price Slumps While Altcoins Party Xthin & Compact Blocks, One BIP There has been
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Dash Across America: The Bitcoin.com Bus Begins its Journey
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 15. 05:26
The Bitcoin.com Bus has officially departed on tour. The Blush Family (John Bush, Catherine Bleish, their two children and two dogs) are traveling the country to advocate for all things decentralized, with a focus on cryptocurrencies Bitcoin and Dash. How they travel and engage in commerce along the way is unique, and highlights how you
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Bitcoin Price Slumps While Altcoins Party
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 14. 23:56
The Bitcoin price has slumped again, dropping to just above $570 in what could be part of another extended bear run. Also read: The Wealthiest Serving Congressman Just Bought His First Bitcoin It’s a far cry from just a two months ago, which saw cheers of “to the moon!” as the bitcoin price reached $772 on June
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July Bitcoin Price Report: Confidence Hits 2016 Highs Amid Halving
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 14. 22:40
Bitcoin prices experienced modest fluctuations in July, pushing higher in anticipation of the halving and then declining after the event. July Bitcoin Price Report: Confidence Hits 2016 Highs Amid Halving
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 14. 15:40
Bitcoin prices experienced modest fluctuations in July, pushing higher in anticipation of the halving and then declining after the event. The Wealthiest Serving Congressman Just Bought His First Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 14. 15:00
The wealthiest serving member of Congress, California congressman Darrell Issa, visited Airbitz, a Bitcoin wallet provider. The Airbitz team and Issa discussed legislation enabling startups to raise equity funding not only from accredited investors but the public as well. Also read: Alleged Silk Road Forum Operator ‘Roped Into’ U.S. Extradition Congressman Buys Bitcoin According to the
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Singapore Banking Industry Looks to Fintech & Blockchain
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 14. 12:00
The Singapore banking industry is hot for fintech and blockchain technology. The United Overseas Bank (UOB) recently had its accelerator program FinLab on August 3, which included participating in financial technology solutions and “smart contracts as a service.” Also read: Proof-of-DDoS: A ‘Malicious’ New Consensus Mechanism Singapore Bank Mentors a Blockchain-Based Smart Contract Project The Singaporean
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Proof-of-DDoS: A ‘Malicious’ New Consensus Mechanism
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 13. 22:00
A University of Colorado assistant professor and a Ph.D. student from the University of Michigan have formulated a new Altcoin that has an unusual consensus mechanism. The theoretical cryptocurrency, dubbed “DDoSCoin,” pays attackers for participating in distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. Also read: Purse Releases Open-Source Wallet Code for ‘Philosophical Reasons’ Proof-Of-DDoS Rewards Miners for Attacking ‘Victim Servers’
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Polls: Iceland’s Pro-Bitcoin Pirate Party to Take Power
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 13. 18:10
Iceland pro-Bitcoin Pirate Party is set to have a role in the country’s next government in October, polls suggest, looking to gain around 25% of the national vote. Also read: Pirate Party Gains Favor as Trust in Iceland Government Crumbles Iceland Pirates ‘Well Prepared’ for Government The party, whose parliamentary group leader Birgitta Jónsdóttir said
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The Emergence of Blockchains as Activity Registers
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 13. 17:43
In this opinion piece, Antony Lewis argues that the term 'distributed ledger' needs clarifying due to the new emerging use cases for the technology. Steemit Bridges Blockchain and Social Media, But How Does It Work?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 13. 16:43
In this piece, CoinDesk explores Steemit, a social media blockchain that rewards users for creating and voting on content. Decentralization & Governance: Can Bitcoin Have the Best of Both?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 13. 15:00
In this opinion piece, contributor Ariel Deschapell asks, can bitcoin have decentralized governance without defining decentralization? Alleged Silk Road Forum Operator ‘Roped Into’ U.S. Extradition
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 13. 14:31
Irishman Gary Davis, 28, has been ordered to be extradited to the United States for his alleged participation with the Silk Road Marketplace. The Kilpedder in Co Wicklow resident was charged with two others of conspiracy to distribute illicit drugs, computer espionage, and money laundering charges. Also read: Former Tradehill Founder Starts Another Bitcoin Dark Pool
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Blockchain-Based TCG ‘Force of Will’ Launches This September
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 13. 12:00
The creators of Spells of Genesis, EverdreamSoft has recently announced a partnership with the first and only mobile Counterparty wallet provider IndieSquare Wallet. The two companies will be developing another blockchain-based card trading game with the popular Japanese firm, ‘Force of Will‘ (FoW). Also read: Copay & GreenAddress Scramble to Stop Google from Storing Your Private
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World Economic Forum: ‘DLT’ Blockchains Are the Future
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 13. 05:00
The World Economic Forum (WEF) and Deloitte have concluded that the blockchain is “the future of financial infrastructure” in a new report published today. Also read: Central Banks’ Fedspeak ‘Reflects’ Bitcoin Disruption Fears World Economic Forum Praises So-Called ‘DLT’ Both parties announced the results of a year-long study based on the findings of their 2015
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Blockchain Trials Accelerate as South America Sees Ethereum Uptake
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 13. 00:07
Ethereum-focused startup ConsenSys is making inroads bringing the blockchain to South America. Bank Group Calls for Broader Oversight of EU Bitcoin Services
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 12. 20:31
The European Banking Association is calling for greater regulatory oversight for bitcoin exchanges and custodial wallets. Bank Regulator Calls for Broader Oversight of EU Bitcoin Services
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 12. 20:31
The European Banking Authority is calling for greater regulatory oversight for bitcoin exchanges and custodial wallets. Purse Releases Open-Source Wallet Code for ‘Philosophical Reasons’
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 12. 18:00
Bitcoin shopping platform Purse.io just announced the release of its wallet code into open-source as well as a browser-based full node to improve platform security following the Bitfinex hack. Also read: Former Tradehill Founder Starts Another Bitcoin Dark Pool Open-Source Wallet Code Released by Purse Purse has added some new features to the platform such as a new tracking system,
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Hyperledger Blockchain Project to Elect New Tech Committee
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 12. 17:55
The Linux Foundation-led Hyperledger blockchain project will soon elect a new technical steering committee (TSC) and TSC chairperson. Report: Russian Government to Abandon Penalties for Bitcoin Use
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 12. 17:00
Russian authorities are reportedly planning to abandon efforts to institute criminal penalties for bitcoin users. Why Non-Compliance is Key to Bitcoin’s Success
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 12. 15:00
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong argues that privacy advocates could gain the most from compliance since it will make them rich. But could non-compliance be even more lucrative for Bitcoin? Also read: Kraken Adds Ethereum Classic, Coinbase Slammed for Funds Freeze Compliance Will Make Who Rich? Armstrong defines compliance as “working with regulators, law enforcement, banks, etc.”
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World Economic Forum: Blockchain to Form Foundation of New Financial Infrastructure
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 12. 14:31
Distributed ledger tech will form the “foundation” of financial services infrastructure, according to a new report by the World Economic Forum. WEF: Blockchain to Form Foundation of New Financial Infrastructure
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 12. 14:31
Distributed ledger tech will form the “foundation” of financial services infrastructure, according to a new report by the World Economic Forum. How Blockchain Could Make Robots Smarter
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 12. 13:45
An MIT Media Lab research affiliate believes that by using the blockchain to distribute information, robots could solve problems more efficiently. How Blockchain Could Make Robot Swarms Smarter
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 12. 13:45
An MIT Media Lab research affiliate believes that by using the blockchain to distribute information, robots could solve problems more efficiently. nimirum.org – on a mission to end online censorship with blockchain technology
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 12. 12:28
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! Nimirum is a completely decentralized forum platform powered by blockchain technology. We will be creating an autonomous system with no moderators or admins where everyone is equal. Studies from freedomhouse.org show censorship on the internet
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Nimirum.org: On a Mission to End Online Censorship with Blockchain Technology
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 12. 12:28
Disclaimer: Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product, use at your own risk. This is a Press Release. Submit yours today here! Nimirum is a completely decentralized forum platform powered by blockchain technology. We will be creating an autonomous system with no moderators or admins where everyone is equal. Studies from freedomhouse.org show censorship on the internet
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Isle of Man Tests Blockchain for IoT Solutions
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 12. 12:00
The Isle of Man government is researching and developing blockchain technology to create synergy with the Internet of Things (IoT) concepts. Also read: Copay & GreenAddress Scramble to Stop Google from Storing Your Private Keys Isle of Man and Credits Will Develop Blockchain Prototype for IoT The Isle of Man, a self-governing Crown dependency located in the Irish
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Former Tradehill Founder Starts Another Bitcoin Dark Pool
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 12. 03:00
The U.S. stock trading exchange TradeZero (www.tradezero.co) has just announced that it will be offering a “Dark Pool” for Bitcoin whales. Through a partnership with Bitcoin serial entrepreneur Jered Kenna, the firm will enable clients to participate in commission-free dark pool cryptocurrency trading. Also read: Barry Silbert Used ‘Biased’ Strategy to Pump ETC, Says Reporter TradeZero
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Bitcoin Needs Inflation to Work as Money, Says Professor
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 11. 21:00
Satoshi Nakamoto would probably have built inflation into the Bitcoin protocol to avoid mining centralization – if he could start over again – says a professor known for his controversial Bitcoin statements. Also read: Venezuela Will Need a Bigger Chart for Its BTC Trading Volume Inflation for Bitcoin? Brazilian computer science professor Jorge Stolfi wrote
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CoinDesk to Expand New York Blockchain Media Team
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 11. 20:15
CoinDesk today announced its plans to double its current headcount from six to 12 full-time employees by the end of 2016. Cryptsy CEO Stole Millions From Exchange, Court Receiver Alleges
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 11. 19:25
Cryptsy CEO Paul Vernon may have stolen as much as $3.3m from the digital currency exchange, according to new court documents. Barry Silbert Used ‘Biased’ Strategy to Pump ETC, Says Reporter
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 11. 18:00
Huffington Post journalist David Seaman, who we interviewed last month, has a bone to pick with the Digital Currency Group’s Barry Silbert. The article in question written by Seaman claims Silbert is behind the Ethereum Classic chain pump, and the whole ETC project is a blatant scam in his opinion. Also read: Australia’s Postal Service Reveals 3
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The Emergence of Blockchains as Activity Registers
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 11. 17:43
In this opinion piece, Antony Lewis argues that the term 'distributed ledger' needs clarifying due to the new emerging use cases for the technology. 'Big Four' Accounting Firms Meet to Consider Blockchain Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 11. 15:33
'Big Four' accounting firms Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, and PwC meet with others to discuss possibly forming a blockchain accounting consortium. Bitcoin.com’s ‘Blockchain: Money’ Conference is Coming to London
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 11. 15:00
Bitcoin.com is proud to announce a new financial technology conference will be taking place in London on November 6-7, 2016. The event Blockchain: Money will incorporate some of the most well-known innovators and executives in the digital currency and blockchain industry. Also read: USMS to Auction 2,719 Seized Bitcoins This Month Blockchain: Money: Rebooting Finance from
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Ethereum Scaling Advances With 'First' Off-Blockchain Payments
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 11. 14:48
A team of ethereum developers has successfully completed what they say is the first off-blockchain transaction on the network. Ethereum Scaling Advances With Off-Blockchain Payments
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 11. 14:48
A team of ethereum developers has successfully completed what they say is the first off-blockchain transaction on the network. Pantera Partner Steve Waterhouse Exits Bitcoin Investment Firm
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 11. 13:45
Pantera Capital partner and chief technology officer Steven Waterhouse has officially left the VC firm. Blockchains and the Question of Data Reliance
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 11. 13:45
Nuco co-founder Kesem Frank explores why blockchains may play a big role in protecting consumers as IoT comes of age. Coinbase Reddit AMA: Inside Job Poses Biggest Security Risk
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 11. 12:00
In the wake of the Bitfinex hack, which resulted in $65 million stolen, Coinbase decided to offer a window into how the company handles security, acknowledging that an inside job poses the biggest security risk. Also read: Coinbase Unveils Flexible Pricing For Merchants Coinbase: Inside Job is the Biggest Threat The AMA took place in
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Int’l Law Firm Expands Blockchain Practice, Accepts Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 11. 05:00
International law firm Steptoe & Johnson LLP announced on Tuesday that it has expanded its blockchain law practice into a multi-disciplinary practice. The aim of the expansion is to help clients in all industries learn and prepare their businesses for blockchain applications. Also, the firm announced that it will soon accept bitcoin. Also read: What
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Bitfinex Draws Robust Volume as Traders Test Experimental BFX Tokens
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 11. 01:46
A market is developing for Bitfinex's newly issued equity tokens, with their value rising 4x in the hours after the troubled exchange's reopening. Bitfinex Draws Volume as Traders Test Experimental BFX Tokens
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 11. 01:46
A market is developing for Bitfinex's newly issued equity tokens, with their value rising 4x in the hours after the troubled exchange's reopening. Pantera Partner Steve Waterhouse Exits Bitcoin Investment Firm
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 10. 23:55
Pantera Capital partner and chief technology officer Steven Waterhouse has officially left the VC firm. Bitfinex Offers $3.6 Million Bounty in Bid to Recover Stolen Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 10. 21:05
Bitfinex is reportedly offering a reward worth up to $3.6m for the recovery of bitcoins stolen from its exchange. Venezuela Will Need a Bigger Chart for Its BTC Trading Volume
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 10. 21:00
As its economy descends deeper into chaos, Venezuela has once again broken its own BTC trading volume in the first week of August and will probably need a bigger chart for the months ahead. Also read: Bitcoin a Reliable Alternative in Latin America Venezuela’s Walled Garden of Economic Hell Venezuela has again set a new bitcoin
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Blockchains and the Question of Data Reliance
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 10. 20:12
Nuco co-founder Kesem Frank explores why blockchains may play a big role in protecting consumers as IoT comes of age. A $99 Trezor Could Have Prevented the $70M Bitfinex Theft
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 10. 18:00
The Bitfinex hack was an unfortunate time for Bitcoin users as the exchange had lost roughly $60 million USD in customer funds. Thus, the topic of security is on everyone’s lips as two hardware wallet manufacturers — Trezor and Ledger — are claiming that the hack could have been prevented with one affordable device. Also read: Australia’s Postal Service Reveals 3
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California Scraps Licenses in Proposed Bitcoin Regulation Overhaul
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 10. 17:45
The state of California is once again moving forward with legislation that would update its money transmitter rules for digital currencies. Bitfinex Exchange to Resume Bitcoin Trading Today
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 10. 16:53
Bitfinex has announced that it will resume trading and withdrawals, days after it was robbed of more than $60m in bitcoin. 15 R3 Members Trial Distributed Ledger Tech for Trade Finance
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 10. 15:09
15 R3 members announced today they have completed a distributed ledger trial focused on applications in trade finance. Loss of Bitcoins in Bitfinex Could be Deducted on US Tax Returns
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 10. 15:00
Following the hack at Bitfinex, many people stand to lose money as the company spreads losses among users. A 36% haircut was announced, but some users claimed even bigger losses. American tax accountant Daniel Winters explains how the IRS could allow U.S. taxpayers to deduct their losses from the Bitfinex hack. Also read: Bitfinex ‘Leaning Towards’
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Bank of America, HSBC Unveil Blockchain Supply Chain Project
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 10. 14:23
Bank of America and HSBC have teamed up with the Singapore government’s IT and telecom agency on a blockchain supply chain trial. Bitcoin Sales Are Currency Transactions, Russia's Tax Office Says
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 10. 13:47
Russia’s tax agency wants its citizens to report the purchase or sale of digital currencies as currency transactions. Copay & GreenAddress Scramble to Stop Google from Storing Your Private Keys
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 10. 12:00
Bitpay’s open source wallet Copay announced Tuesday that they have fixed a security flaw in Android phones running version six, codenamed ‘Marshmallow.’ Simultaneously, popular Bitcoin web and mobile wallet, GreenAddress, has encountered the same problem and is actively working on a solution. Also read: Private Keys Vulnerable to New Android & iOS Attack Private Keys Kept in
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Chaincode Initiates Bitcoin ‘Hacker Residency’
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 10. 05:44
A new hacker residency will be taking place in New York City this September with help from Bitcoin developer Matt Corallo. The four-week R&D program will be hosted by Chaincode Labs and will provide an environment for Bitcoin education, development, and project building. Also read: USMS to Auction 2,719 Seized Bitcoins This Month Chaincode To Further
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Bitcoin Price Eyes $600 as Trader Optimism Returns
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 09. 23:00
Bitcoin prices recently neared $600, showing their resiliency after falling to lows of $480 in the aftermath of the Bitfinex hack. Police Officer Pleads Guilty to Selling Stolen Bitcoin Mining Hardware
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 09. 20:15
An ex-cop in New Jersey indicted last year for trying to sell stolen bitcoin mining equipment has reportedly plead guilty. Bitfinex Examined: Inside the Troubled Bitcoin Exchange's History
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 09. 19:30
This explainer looks at the Hong Kong-based digital currency exchange Bitfinex, which was hacked last week. BTC Foundation Calls to Halt ‘California BitLicense’ Onslaught
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 09. 18:00
The Bitcoin Foundation has launched a fresh appeal to stop the latest and “even worse” BitLicense-style bill from becoming law in California. Also read: Australia’s Postal Service Reveals 3 Blockchain Use-Cases California Bill ‘Worse Than Before’ Bill AB-1326, which has become known as the ‘California BitLicense,’ passed the State Assembly and is now awaiting its Senate
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Dubai Government Seeks Blockchain Projects for Startup Fund
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 09. 17:42
A technology initiative backed by the Dubai government has launched a $275m startup investment fund. UK Gambling Regulator Clarifies Digital Currency Rules
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 09. 15:21
The UK Gambling Commission has outlined how its licensees can implement appropriate policies for using digital currencies. Colombia’s First Bitcoin Exchange Closed by Regulators
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 09. 15:00
The first Bitcoin exchange in Colombia, Colbitex, which opened just two weeks ago, has gone offline – apparently due to legal issues with digital currency in the country. Also read: USMS to Auction 2,719 Seized Bitcoins This Month Colbitex Goes Offline Spanish-language cryptocurrency news site DiarioBitcoin reported the closure is a temporary measure while the company and regulators
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Australia’s Postal Service Reveals 3 Blockchain Use-Cases
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 09. 12:00
According to ZDNet, the postal service in Australia is looking into developing blockchain platforms to ease into the global acceleration of digital identity services. Also read: Blythe Masters’ Firm to Build ASX Blockchain, Raises $52 Million Australia’s Postal Service Sees 3 Major Use-Cases Announcing the news at the Technology in Government conference, Rick Wingfield, an Australia Post Accelerator partner, described
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USMS to Auction 2,719 Seized Bitcoins This Month
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 09. 02:03
According to several reports, the U.S. government has announced another Bitcoin auction on August 22, selling 2,719 BTC — worth $1.6 million USD at press time — confiscated by authorities. This will be the latest auction of cryptocurrency since the last U.S. Marshals (USMS) sale last year. Also read: Ernst & Young to Auction 24,000 Confiscated Bitcoins
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Isle of Man Tests Blockchain Prototype for IoT
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 09. 00:31
The Isle of Man has announced an Internet of Things proof-of-concept in partnership with blockchain startup Credits. Questions Abound as Bitfinex Issues Digital Assets to Repay Customers
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 08. 23:20
Digital currency exchange Bitfinex has issued its own digital token in an unusual attempt off-set about $66m worth of bitcoin stolen. Questions Abound as Hacked Exchange Bitfinex Issues Digital Assets to Repay Customers
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 08. 23:20
Digital currency exchange Bitfinex has issued its own digital token in an unusual attempt off-set about $66m worth of bitcoin stolen. Questions Abound as Bitfinex Issues Digital Assets to Customers
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 08. 23:20
Digital currency exchange Bitfinex has issued its own digital token in an unusual attempt off-set about $66m worth of bitcoin stolen. Payments Firm Qiwi Could Transition to Blockchain By 2021
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 08. 21:10
Russian payments firm Qiwi now estimates it could upgrade its core database to a distributed ledger-based system by 2021. Cashaa: Free, P2P Global Cash Transfers for the Unbanked
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 08. 21:00
Bitcoin.com spoke with Kumar Gaurav, co-founder, and CEO for the Bitcoin remittance platform Cashaa (cashaa.com). It’s aP2P cash transfer app is targeting a global market worth of over $300 billion while leveraging zero fees and cryptocurrency solutions. Also read: Blocknet: Exit Centralized Exchanges Now Amid ‘Damaged Confidence’ Cashaa: 0% Fee Remittance App Bitcoin.com (BC): Can you tell our readers a little
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The DAO Hacker is Getting Away
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 08. 20:00
The DAO hacker may walk away with millions of dollars in spite of orchestrated efforts by much of the ethereum community to prevent him from doing so. Bitcoin 'Hacker Residency' to Launch in New York
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 08. 18:40
Chaincode Labs is offering a new training course and mentorship program for developers who want to learn the basics of bitcoin. President Trump Would Stop New Financial Regulation in the US
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 08. 18:00
Donald Trump will confirm his intention to halt further financial regulation in the US until “significant growth” occurs. Also read: Will Donald Trump’s Trade Policies Cause Bitcoin to Soar? Trump Slams ‘Record-Breaking Pace’ In his forthcoming economic speech in Detroit later today, the Republican nominee will criticize the Obama administration’s “record-breaking pace of new regulations, tax increases,
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US Marshals to Sell $1.6 Million in Bitcoin at Auction
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 08. 16:15
The US government has announced it intends to sell off just over $1.6m in bitcoin confiscated from various criminal cases. Zcash’s ‘Baby ZoE’ Can Send Ether Anonymously
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 08. 15:00
The developers of Zcash are on a mission to provide anonymity to cryptocurrency transactions and the team has been working with Ethereum developers to create the ‘HTTPS’ for Bitcoin’s internet of money. Also read: Zooko Wilcox, CEO of Zcash, The ‘Privacy-Preserving’ Variant of Bitcoin Zcash & Ethereum: Birth of ‘Baby ZoE’ This past July, Zcash developer
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Australia's Postal Service Tests Blockchain Identity
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 08. 13:51
Australia's state-owned postal service is now looking at several blockchain applications as part of an internal accelerator program. Bitsquare, decentralised #bitcoin exchange
bitcoinful
2016. Aug. 08. 12:27
Bitsquare, decentralised #bitcoin exchange
Breakaway Ukraine Region Decides Official Future is Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 08. 12:00
Regions in eastern Ukraine are formalizing the use of cryptocurrency to bypass economic sanctions, it has emerged. Also read: Here’s Why Bitfinex is Not Like MtGox Eastern Ukraine Region ‘Will Be Attractive’ for Bitcoin The Donbass region, which since 2014 has been mostly controlled by a rebel government with support from Russia, is looking to stabilize
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How Peercoin Got A Boost From Bitcoin's Halving
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 07. 17:50
With bitcoin mining becoming less profitable, one recipient of excess hashpower is Peercoin, a lesser-known digital currency. Here’s Why Bitfinex is Not Like MtGox
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 07. 14:19
Hong Kong’s lack of insolvency protection for companies makes a fate similar to MtGox more likely. Creditors, not Bitfinex, are the ones who get to decide whether to socialize losses. Also read: Is Bitcoin Ready for the Next Global Financial Crisis? Socialized Losses? Not So Fast Bitfinex, a bitcoin exchange based in Hong Kong, was
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Amid Blockchain Hype, Is There Still a Place for Litecoin?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 07. 00:01
Once the "silver to bitcoin's gold", the developers behind long-running digital currency litecoin are seeking to reestablish its market position. PSA: Bitcoin Spoof Apps & Phishing Attempts on the Rise
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 06. 22:00
Bitcoin users need to be awfully careful when downloading wallets and surfing the web. Currently, there are quite a few methods of stealing cryptocurrency floating around, such ass spoof wallets on Apple’s App Store, and phishing emails claiming to be from the recently-hacked Bitfinex exchange. Also read: Blocknet: Exit Centralized Exchanges Now Amid ‘Damaged Confidence’ Bitfinex Phishing Attempt On August
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The Theory of a Blockchain Circular Economy
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 06. 19:13
Ethereum Foundation advisor William Mougayar offers his thoughts on the how blockchains could change the way we work and how we are compensated. Is Bitcoin Ready for the Next Global Financial Crisis?
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 06. 15:00
Andreas Antonopoulos is “perplexed” at why some Bitcoiners wish for a global financial crisis because, as he acknowledged, Bitcoin is still “not ready” to absorb such a shock. Also read: FinTech is Destabilizing Finance, Former Bank Head Warns We Know It’s Coming Bitcoin guru Andreas Antonopoulos shared his thoughts in a Q&A session with the audience at
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Cryptography as Democratic Weapon Against Demagoguery
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 06. 14:55
CoinDesk contributor Nozomi Hayase tackles democracy, corruption and bitcoin's security model in her latest Op-Ed. Cryptography as a Democratic Weapon Against Demagoguery
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 06. 14:55
CoinDesk contributor Nozomi Hayase tackles democracy, corruption and bitcoin's security model in her latest Op-Ed. Blocknet: Exit Centralized Exchanges Now Amid ‘Damaged Confidence’
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 06. 12:00
As security of cryptocurrency exchanges is being increasingly questioned in the wake of the recent Bitfinex hack, the developers at Blocknet are calling for an exodus to leave centralized exchanges behind. Also read: Bitsquare: The ‘Missing Link’ for Decentralized Bitcoin Exchange ‘It’s Time to Remedy the Problem’ – Blocknet This year there has been quite a
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Not Your Keys? Then It’s Not Your Money in Bitcoin-Land
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 06. 02:00
The recent hack of Bitcoin exchange Bitfinex is reminding everyone once again the importance of holding your own keys, using paper and hardware wallets as well as setting the stage for wider use of decentralized exchanges. Also read: Bitfinex Hack: US Regulation ‘Prevented Cold Storage Use’ Hodl Your Keys One thing that is for certain is a lot of people
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What the Bitfinex Hack Means for Bitcoin Multi-Sig Security
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 06. 00:01
CoinDesk explores the impact of the Bitfinex hack on perception of multi-sig wallet technology, a security feature used by the exchange. Deloitte Imagines Bitcoin Betting in Stadiums of the Future
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 05. 23:14
A new paper from Deloitte re-imagines the sports stadium concept in light of a number of developing technologies. Notably, Deloitte gives the example of a fantasy sports-style interaction — a "game within the game" — where bets are placed using bitcoin "on in-game events, or use stadium-provided technology for other micro-transactions". The consultancy sees the sports stadium experience […] With Socialized Loss Proposal, Bitfinex Enters Uncharted Waters
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 05. 21:41
The Bitfinex hack appears to be forcing the exchange to consider unconventional measures as part of a bid to relaunch. Infamous Crypto Scammer Ryan Kennedy Is Now a Convicted Rapist
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 05. 19:05
Former Dogecoin founder Ryan kennedy has been exposed as a sadistic “sex fiend” who has been found guilty of raping several women. The Daily Mail reports that he has been convicted and sentenced to 11 years behind bars. Also read: Coinsource Becomes Largest BTM Provider in the U.S. Ryan Kennedy: Crypto Scammer Turned Rapist The 29 year-old was
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What the Bitfinex Hack Means for Bitcoin Multi-Sig Security
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 05. 19:00
CoinDesk explores the impact of the Bitfinex hack on perception of multi-sig wallet technology, a security feature used by the exchange. Recap: Blockchains + Digital Currencies Conference in NY
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 05. 19:00
The Blockchains + Digital Currencies conference was held on July 28, 2016, in New York. Leaders and entrepreneurs in the banking and fintech industries discussed how blockchains and cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin and Zcash, can help reengineer banking processes and provide faster and more secure financial transactions, as well as cut costs by billions of dollars. Also read: Datt Rebrands to ‘Yours’ with Trustless
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Singapore Central Bank Adds Blockchain CEOs to Advisory Panel
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 05. 18:35
Blythe Masters and 14 other financial leaders have joined a new tech advisory panel formed by Singapore's central bank. What the Bitfinex Hack Means for Bitcoin Multi-Sig Security
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 05. 17:39
CoinDesk explores the impact of the Bitfinex hack on perception of multi-sig wallet technology, a key security feature used by the Hong Kong exchange. Mission Untraceable: How Zcash is Being Used to Obscure Ethereum Transactions
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 05. 16:46
Cryptographer Andrew Miller discusses his latest work, Hawk, which aims to increase the privacy of digital currency transactions. Coinsource Becomes the Largest BTM Provider in the U.S.
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 05. 16:00
The BTM network Coinsource has recently become the largest cryptocurrency automated teller operator in America. The Dallas-based firm founded in 2015 has continuously added machines across the U.S. since its inception and has just added four new machines New York, Nevada, and Pennsylvania. Also read: Bitcoin Price Rebounds as Bitfinex Licks Wounds Coinsource Adds 4 New BTM’s
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Bitfinex ‘Leaning Towards’ Bail-In, Haircut for All BTC Traders
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 05. 13:00
As it tries to mitigate the effects of last week’s theft of nearly $68 million, Hong Kong exchange Bitfinex has announced it may make all Bitcoin traders using its service pay the price. Also read: Bitcoin Price Rebounds as Bitfinex Licks Wounds ‘Socialized Loss Scenario’ for Bitcoin Traders In a blog post today, the exchange said
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Kim Dotcom’s Mega & Bitcoin ‘Baby’ Will Be Born This January
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 05. 12:00
Kim Dotcom is a well-known person in the cyber world as the founder of the now defunct file-sharing service Megaupload. Now, Dotcom is not only creating a new sharing service called Mega 2.0 but has made it well known that Bitcoin will be a major part of the platform. Also read: Mimblewimble Paper Proposes ‘Near Complete’ Bitcoin Anonymity
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Overstock CEO Teases 'Historic' Blockchain Announcement
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 05. 01:31
Newly back from a leave of absence, Overstock CEO Patrick Bryne is already promising big blockchain developments are forthcoming. Bitcoin Price Regains Ground as Traders Brace for Bitfinex News
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 04. 23:35
Bitcoin prices have recovered following the Bitfinex hack earlier this week, but worries are beginning to grow about the future of the exchange. Patrick Byrne: t0 and Bitt Will Grow Under New Leadership
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 04. 23:06
Following the return of Patrick Byrne, Bitcoin advocate and Overstock founder and CEO, the company has announced the appointment of a new chief for their blockchain unit. In the press release, Byrne said that all of the company’s bitcoin and blockchain projects will continue to grow and innovate under the new leadership. Also read: Overstock.com to
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RSK Federation Partners With Industry Leaders to Advance Security
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 04. 22:00
Twenty-four well-known Bitcoin firms have expressed keen interest in Rootstock, a smart contract protocol that works on the Bitcoin blockchain. These companies will participate in the RSK Federation, which will introduce a developed hybrid security model for the project. Also read: Mimblewimble Paper Proposes ‘Near Complete’ Bitcoin Anonymity RSK Federation Aims to Add Secure Smart Contract Functionality
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Barclays Collaboration Sets Forth Vision for Smart Contracts Future
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 04. 21:09
Barclays exec Lee Braine discusses a new position paper he believes has codified his bank's view on smart contracts tech. Why Swedish Bank SEB Backed its First Bitcoin Startup
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 04. 18:35
In a new interview, CoinDesk speaks with Sweden's SEB Group to learn more about the bank's first bitcoin investment. Bitcoin Price Rebounds as Bitfinex Licks Wounds
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 04. 18:00
It’s been quite a ride on the cryptocurrency rollercoaster this summer. The price of Bitcoin has rebounded after the Bitfinex theft caused price to plummet over 20%. It has now rebounded back to around $580 as the exchange has released details of reopening. Also read: GQ Releases Hilariously Sweary Audio of Craig Wright Interview Bitcoin Pares Losses, Bitfinex to Reopen
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Coinbase to Enable Ethereum Classic Withdrawals
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 04. 17:05
Coinbase wallet and exchange users will soon be able to withdraw classic ethers, according to a new statement from the startup. Is the EU Building a Database of Digital Currency Users?
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 04. 14:10
Is the EU seeking to limit the privacy of bitcoin users? A deeper analysis of recent proposals suggests that the question may not have an easy answer. Mimblewimble Paper Proposes ‘Near Complete’ Bitcoin Anonymity
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 04. 14:00
21inc’s Balaji S. Srinivasan recently pointed out an interesting paper that proposes to anonymize all Bitcoin transactions. The process is called Mimblewimble, and it prevents the blockchain from broadcasting user information. Also read: Bitcoin Price Dives 22% After $60 Million Bitfinex Hack Mimblewimble Proposes to Anonymize All BTC Transactions The paper written by Tom Elvis Jedusor published on
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GQ Releases Hilariously Sweary Audio of Craig Wright Interview
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 04. 10:00
GQ magazine has released a profane eight minutes of audio from its interview earlier this year with Dr. Craig Wright. In the clip, Wright becomes agitated when an expert casts doubts on his proof that he is Satoshi Nakamoto. Also read: FinTech is Destabilizing Finance, Former Bank Head Warns Wright to GQ: ‘Show Me Now or F***ing Walk’
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Bitfinex Releases Initial Relaunch Plans for Bitcoin Exchange
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 04. 05:15
Bitfinex is planning to slowly re-enable user access following a reported hack earlier this week. Hedge Fund Expert: Bitfinex Hack Shouldn’t Deter Big Investors
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 04. 00:57
Following the devastating breach at Bitfinex, the CEOs of Vanda Securities and BitX sat down with CNBC for an interview. They both agreed that there is nothing wrong with bitcoin. Also read: Forex Expert: Bitcoin Should Be Taken More Seriously Vanda Securities CEO Would Personally Invest in Bitcoin Even After Bitfinex Hack Jason Ambrose is
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Elliptic Partners With LexisNexis on Bitcoin Analysis
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 03. 22:51
Blockchain analytics startup Elliptic has integrated with LexisNexis, a move that provides the startup's clients with access to the vendor's global money laundering database. The hope, the companies say, is to provide financial services firms with data on bitcoins transactions so that they can avoid interacting with parties tied to money laundering or other perceived to illicit activities. "By […] Swedish Bank Joins Bitcoin Processor's $4 Million Series A
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 03. 22:10
Swedish banking giant SEB Group and a Danish venture capital firm have invested $4m in Coinify, a digital currency payment processor. Elliptic Partners with Security Firm for Bitcoin AML Platform
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 03. 22:00
According to Reuters, a new partnership between LexisNexis and the London-based Elliptic aims to pool resources to prevent illicit bitcoin use and monitor money laundering through bank-grade tracking capabilities. Also read: Bitfinex Hack: US Regulation ‘Prevented Cold Storage Use’ Elliptic and LexisNexis: A Bank-Grade Bitcoin AML on the Horizon LexisNexis Risk Solutions is a member of the multinational
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Credit Suisse Report Explores Blockchain Impact on 14 Public Stocks
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 03. 21:40
Research from financial services giant Credit Suisse examines how the stock performance of incumbent financial firms could be impacted by blockchain. The Bitfinex Bitcoin Hack: What We Know (And Don't Know)
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 03. 19:49
Few details have emerged since yesterday's news that digital currency exchange Bitfinex was hacked. FinTech is Destabilizing Finance, Former Bank Head Warns
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 03. 18:00
The introduction of technology at every level of banking is bringing additional risk and instability to finance, says author and former banker Kevin Rodgers. Also read: Bitcoin Price Dives 22% After $60 Million Bitfinex Hack More Efficiency, Fewer Players, More Risk Speaking about his book on banking technology titled “Why Aren’t They Shouting?”, Rodgers commented on its destabilizing impact
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Overstock Taps New Lead for Medici Blockchain Project
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 03. 14:26
Overstock chairman of the board Jonathan Johnson will now serve as president of Medici, its blockchain technology division. Bitfinex Hack: US Regulation ‘Prevented Cold Storage Use’
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 03. 14:00
Following the hack of exchange Bitfinex and the theft of almost 120,000 BTC ($60 million), suggestions are surfacing that regulation prevented its funds from being placed in cold storage wallets. Also read: Bitcoin Price Dives 22% After $60 Million Bitfinex Hack Fingers Point at BitGo, Regulators As the investigation into the sequence of events and their cause continues, blame is
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Why Florida's Bitcoin Ruling Could Lead to Legislative Action
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 03. 13:30
Legal expert Andrew Hinkes looks at the potential impact of a Florida court's decision to rule that bitcoin isn't money. Bitcoin Price Dives 22% After $60 Million Bitfinex Hack
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 03. 09:40
The price of Bitcoin has dropped quite a bit over the past 24 hours with the USD value plummeting to $480 per bitcoin. The price has partially rebounded however, hovering around $540 at press time. Meanwhile, much of the blame is being pointed at the compromised Hong Kong-based exchange Bitfinex. Also read: Ant Financial to Harness Blockchain in
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Dubai Leaders Fund Blockchain Acceleration Event
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 03. 03:04
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum of Dubai has initiated a push to authorities to invest one billion dirhams ($275 million USD) into financial technology and blockchain acceleration within the country. The ambitious project aims to get Bitcoin and blockchain startups together to advance R&D in Dubai by paying for flights and accommodation and support from the accelerator
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120k BTC stolen from BitFinex
Bitbargain.com
2016. Aug. 03. 00:54
BitFinex didn’t have cold storage but used BitGo for customer funds. They shut down after noticing a breach. So far, it looks like close to 120,000 bitcoins were stolen (47 million British Pounds at the current rate).
Bitcoin Drops Nearly 20% as Exchange Hack Amplifies Price Decline
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 03. 00:54
Bitcoin prices fell sharply on 2nd August, extending declines as markets responded to news that a major exchange had been hacked. Microsoft Brings Blockchain to Azure Testing Environment
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 02. 23:33
Microsoft is now making its Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) offering available to all users of its Azure testing environment. Bitfinex Offline as Customer Bitcoin Reported Stolen
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 02. 21:11
Digital currency exchange Bitfinex has taken its trading platform offline following a reported hack that resulted in the theft of customer funds. Satoshi Forest Homeless Outreach Program Threatened by Judge
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 02. 21:08
Bitcoin.com recently spoke with Michael Kimberl of Sean’s Outpost concerning an upcoming threat against the Satoshi Forest sanctuary’s livelihood by neighboring property owners and Escambia County officials. A magistrate is expected to give a decision on August 12 whether Satoshi Forest has violated an ordinance regarding residents staying on the land, which could include heavy fines
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Bitcoin Smart Contract ‘Federation’ to Launch With 25 Startups
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 02. 21:06
25 bitcoin companies plan to launch smart contract federation to support new applications of the blockchain technology previously dominated by ethereum. PwC Blockchain Project Creates Living Audit for Wholesale Insurance
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 02. 19:04
PwC has released new details about a proof-of-concept focused on blockchain applications in the wholesale insurance market. 14nm Chips Will ‘Re-Decentralize’ Mining, Says Antonopoulos
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 02. 18:00
Bitcoin expert Andreas Antonopoulos explains why faster mining chips and slamming into the Moore’s Law “wall” will be “a very good thing” for decentralization moving forward. Also read: Ant Financial to Harness Blockchain in Updated Philanthropy App Mining Arms Race Slows at 16nm Chips Speaking at D10E event in San Francisco in July 2016, Andreas Antonopoulos
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Digital Asset Holdings Bulks Up With Eight New Hires
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 02. 16:01
Distributed ledger technology firm Digital Asset Holdings (DAH) has hired eight new employees. At the top of the list is the firm’s addition of Carol Mathis as its new CFO. Mathis joins the company from RBS Corporate and Institutional Bank, where she worked from three years as chief operating officer. Other hires include: Business development director Andrew […] Digital Asset Holdings Staffs Up With Eight New Hires
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 02. 16:01
Distributed ledger technology firm Digital Asset Holdings (DAH) has hired eight new employees. At the top of the list is the firm’s addition of Carol Mathis as its new CFO. Mathis joins the company from RBS Corporate and Institutional Bank, where she worked from three years as chief operating officer. Other hires include: Business development director Andrew […] Thomson Reuters Joins R3 Blockchain Consortium
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 02. 15:28
Mass media company Thomson Reuters has become the latest member of the R3 blockchain consortium. The firm announced today that it had joined the effort, which has seen dozens of banks and finance firms collaborate to explore the technology. Recent members include Absa Bank, one of South Africa’s largest banks, and Toyota Financial Services, the financial arm […] UniCredit Shares Slide 5% as Italy’s Banks Fail Stress Tests
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 02. 15:00
Italy-based international bank UniCredit saw its shares suspended Monday and 5% losses in overall value as tests showed the country’s banks are still unable to weather financial crises. Also read: Negative Rates, Falling Bond Yields: Time to Consider Bitcoin Unicredit, Banks ‘Plaguing’ Government In gloom reminiscent of pre-crisis 2008, stress tests conducted by the regulator
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Why PwC's New FinTech Lead Won't Rock the Blockchain Boat
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 02. 13:45
PwC's new US FinTech director reveals how the firm is being transformed by blockchain. Why PwC's New FinTech Director Won't Rock the Blockchain Boat
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 02. 13:45
PwC's new US FinTech director reveals how the firm is being transformed by blockchain. IBM to Launch First Commercial Blockchain in September
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 02. 12:00
According to the Wall Street Journal, the International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) plans on launching one of the largest commercial use cases of blockchain technology this September. The company believes it can relieve millions associated with dispute costs and holding periods between clientele. Also read: Ant Financial to Harness Blockchain in Updated Philanthropy App Commercial Grade
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Ant Financial to Harness Blockchain in Updated Philanthropy App
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 02. 02:14
Chinese corporate giant Ant Financial, led by billionaire venture capitalist Jack Ma, is introducing blockchain technology to the Alipay donation application. The added feature will utilize a distributed ledger platform to record collected donations. Also read: Liberland: Bitcoin ‘Is Truly the Base of Our Economy’ Ant Financial’s Alipay Goes Blockchain Ant Financial Services Group is a subsidiary
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Children's Aid Organization UNICEF Seeks Blockchain Lead
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 01. 22:25
The United Nations Children's Fund is seeking a software developer and consultant who can help shape the organization's blockchain strategy. Brazilian Bitcoin Market Consolidates With Exchange Acquisition
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 01. 21:47
Brazilian bitcoin exchange Foxbit has acquired payment processor BitInvest. UK Politician: ‘Act Now’ to Save Govt’s ‘Digital Revolution’
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 01. 21:00
The deputy leader of the UK opposition, the Labour Party, has stated the government “must act” to secure the country’s digital progress. Also read: ‘Bitcoin Browser’ Brave Raises $4.5M, Readies for 1.0 Launch UK’s ‘World-Beating’ Digital Services Under Threat Tom Watson, who was the UK’s first dedicated minister for digital engagement when Labour was in power,
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Alibaba Affiliate Taps Blockchain for Charity Payments
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 01. 20:32
Alibaba affiliate Ant Financial has created a private blockchain that seeks to help make charities more transparent and accountable. Anonymous Blockchain Micropayments Advance With 'Bolt' Proposal
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 01. 18:48
CoinDesk outlines a new proposal that would seek to anonymize micropayments carried out on blockchain networks. Anonymous Blockchain Micropayments Advance With 'Bolt'
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 01. 18:48
CoinDesk outlines a new proposal that would seek to anonymize micropayments carried out on blockchain networks. What Does Jewish Traditional Law Think of Bitcoin?
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 01. 18:00
Most legal jurisdictions don’t consider Bitcoin to be ‘money’ or ‘currency’ in the same way they do government-created fiat currencies. But what about Jewish religious law, with thousands of extra years’ experience on the topic? Also read: US Slowly Going Cash-Free, But Where’s the Bitcoin? Is Bitcoin Money According to Jewish Law? This is important as
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IBM is Building a Blockchain Dispute Resolution System
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 01. 17:52
IBM could launch a finance-oriented blockchain solution as early as the fall, according to The Wall Street Journal. The publication reported over the weekend that the firm’s Global Financing unit is looking to kick off a project that would focus on resolving transaction disputes. The system reportedly won’t replace the Global Financing unit’s existing systems, […] IBM Building Blockchain Dispute Resolution System
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 01. 17:52
IBM could launch a finance-oriented blockchain solution as early as this fall. According to The Wall Street Journal, IBM's Global Financing unit is looking to kick off a project that would focus on resolving transaction disputes. The system reportedly won’t replace the Global Financing unit’s existing systems, at least not in the near term. Rather, it will […] Bitcoin Browser Brave Raises $4.5 Million to Fight Online Ads
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 01. 15:55
Brave Software has raised $4.5m to expand on its efforts to let users send bitcoin micropayments to their favorite websites. Public Blockchains: The Community vs The Ecosystem
CoinDesk
2016. Aug. 01. 14:36
In this opinion piece, author William Mougayar breaks down the term "community" and what it means for blockchain governance. ‘Bitcoin Browser’ Brave Raises $4.5M, Readies for 1.0 Launch
Bitcoin News
2016. Aug. 01. 13:00
Brave, a new Bitcoin-based browser that’s looking to change the game with micropayments, revenue-sharing and better security, has announced raising $4.5 million USD in a seed round investment from leading VC firms including Digital Currency Group. Also read: US Slowly Going Cash-Free, But Where’s the Bitcoin? $7M to Build a Better Browser Brave Software, a
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Liberland: Bitcoin ‘Is Truly the Base of Our Economy’
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2016. Aug. 01. 12:00
Bitcoin.com had a chance to discuss some topics with the Liberland president Vít Jedli?ka concerning the many topics the micronation faces, the citizens use of Bitcoin and goals the group has for Liberland’s future. Also read: The Digital Revolution Increases Sovereignty The Free Republic of Liberland is a self-proclaimed micronation founded in April 13, 2015. The proclamation of the
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