Bitcoin Sign Guy

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 17:00

Bitcoin Sign Guy The man behind the sign steps into the light to reveal his motives. In a year beset by savage infighting, Bitcoin Sign Guy took a stand, with a small action that not only broke the internet, but raised the spirits of a beleaguered bitcoin community then ravaged by a years-long intellectual war. Were we all Satoshi? Maybe not in 2017. But, we were all "Bitcoin Sign Guy." Read more:

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #1: Bitcoin Sign Guy

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 17:00

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #1: Bitcoin Sign Guy The man behind the sign steps into the light to reveal his motives. In a year beset by savage infighting, Bitcoin Sign Guy took a stand, with a small action that not only broke the internet, but raised the spirits of a beleaguered bitcoin community then ravaged by a years-long intellectual war. Were we all Satoshi? Maybe not in 2017. But, we were all "Bitcoin Sign Guy."

Jamie Dimon

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 15:00

Jamie Dimon "Bitcoin is a fraud." Four small words ignited a maelstrom when JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon took the stage at a conference in September. The blockchain world was never quite the same again. In response, bitcoin became the talk of Wall Street, and in that dialogue a beast was unleashed that maybe ... just maybe ... took bitcoin out of obscurity, to its new peaks above $10,000.

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #2: Jamie Dimon

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 15:00

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #2: Jamie Dimon "Bitcoin is a fraud." Four small words ignited a maelstrom when JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon took the stage at a conference in September. The blockchain world was never quite the same again. In response, bitcoin became the talk of Wall Street, and in that dialogue a beast was unleashed that maybe ... just maybe ... took bitcoin out of obscurity, to its new peaks above $10,000.

2017: A Defining Year for Cryptocurrency Regulation

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 15:00

2017: A Defining Year for Cryptocurrency Regulation This Year in Review article look at some of the major regulatory developments from 2017.

Charlie Lee

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 14:00

Charlie Lee It's good to be Charlie. After years of working at the first "Bitcoin Unicorn," Lee stepped out on his own in 2017 to take up arms against those who would delay bitcoin technical development. His weapon? The cryptocurrency network: litecoin. With the network – once languishing, now revitalized – Lee pulled no punches, becoming the opinionated voice of reason in a market that's known for its insanity.

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #3: Charlie Lee

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 14:00

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #3: Charlie Lee It's good to be Charlie. After years of working at the first "Bitcoin Unicorn," Lee stepped out on his own in 2017 to take up arms against those who would delay bitcoin technical development. His weapon? The cryptocurrency network: litecoin. With the network – once languishing, now revitalized – Lee pulled no punches, becoming the opinionated voice of reason in a market that's known for its insanity.

Where Are All the Quick Wins for Blockchain?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 14:00

Where Are All the Quick Wins for Blockchain? Was 2017 too long-term focused? Entrepreneur Tom Klein believes quick wins are what's needed to bootstrap corporate blockchains in 2018.

Naval Ravikant

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 13:00

Naval Ravikant If crypto assets really are the "Craziest Bubble Ever," then Naval Ravikant is the movement's elder statesman. The founder of AngelList, Ravikant didn't talk much about startups in 2017, instead preaching the gospel of the ICO on Twitter in 140-character bursts that were part roadmap and part prophecy for a burgeoning industry. In the process, he helped open doors for a new wave of innovative cryptocurrency projects, giving a vital boost to an industry that had all but been locked out of Silicon Valley following bitcoin's 2015 correction.

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #4: Naval Ravikant

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 13:00

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #4: Naval Ravikant If crypto assets really are the "Craziest Bubble Ever," then Naval Ravikant is the movement's elder statesman. The founder of AngelList, Ravikant didn't talk much about startups in 2017, instead preaching the gospel of the ICO on Twitter in 140-character bursts that were part roadmap and part prophecy for a burgeoning industry. In the process, he helped open doors for a new wave of innovative cryptocurrency projects, giving a vital boost to an industry that had all but been locked out of Silicon Valley following bitcoin's 2015 correction.

Joe Lubin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 12:00

Joe Lubin Part sheriff? Part outlaw? Either way, Joe Lubin appears right at home in the "Wild West" of cryptocurrencies. The leader of a company that's part ethereum project incubator, part change-the-world commune, Lubin showed no shortage of influence in 2017, launching some of the first successful ethereum tokens and winning over countless enterprises to the platform. If Vitalik envisioned the new world, Joe Lubin just might be colonizing it.

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #5: Joe Lubin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 12:00

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #5: Joe Lubin Part sheriff? Part outlaw? Either way, Joe Lubin appears right at home in the "Wild West" of cryptocurrencies. The leader of a company that's part ethereum project incubator, part change-the-world commune, Lubin showed no shortage of influence in 2017, launching some of the first successful ethereum tokens and winning over countless enterprises to the platform. If Vitalik envisioned the new world, Joe Lubin just might be colonizing it.

Yao Qian

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 10:30

Yao Qian Call it the biggest short in history. China took plenty of actions against cryptocurrencies in 2017, banning ICOs, shutting down domestic exchanges and all but taking a match to what was once one of the industry's largest and most thriving ecosystems. But if China is setting a course apart from the world, Yao Qian may be its biggest asset. The man in charge of rethinking bitcoin on behalf of the world's largest state isn't just empowered, he seems to know crypto inside and out.

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #6: Yao Qian

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 10:30

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #6: Yao Qian Call it the biggest short in history. China took plenty of actions against cryptocurrencies in 2017, banning ICOs, shutting down domestic exchanges and all but taking a match to what was once one of the industry's largest and most thriving ecosystems. But if China is setting a course apart from the world, Yao Qian may be its biggest asset. The man in charge of rethinking bitcoin on behalf of the world's largest state isn't just empowered, he seems to know crypto inside and out.

Pieter Wuille

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 10:00

Pieter Wuille Speak softly and carry a big SegWit? If bitcoin saw its biggest and most controversial change this summer, the evolution can all be traced back to one developer. Still, the founder of the controversial startup Blockstream and the network's most prodigious coder, Pieter Wuille, is a bit of a mystery. In an industry with no shortage of egos and bluster, though, Wuille is a rarity, choosing to let his code do the talking for him.

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #7: Pieter Wuille

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 10:00

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #7: Pieter Wuille Speak softly and carry a big SegWit? If bitcoin saw its biggest and most controversial change this summer, the evolution can all be traced back to one developer. Still, the founder of the controversial startup Blockstream and the network's most prodigious coder, Pieter Wuille, is a bit of a mystery. In an industry with no shortage of egos and bluster, though, Wuille is a rarity, choosing to let his code do the talking for him.

Erik Voorhees

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 09:00

Erik Voorhees Erik Voorhees always seems slightly out of step. An early evangelist for the tech, Voorhees may be a rarity in that he has not only maintained but grown his relevance on the industry stage, all the while fighting for an unpopular block size increase and launching projects that seem years ahead of their time. Still, controversy seems not to catch this sly fox, as 2017 saw a victory lap for Voorhees, who emerged as one of the few early advocates who's been able to adapt to its changes.

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #8: Erik Voorhees

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 09:00

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #8: Erik Voorhees Erik Voorhees always seems slightly out of step. An early evangelist for the tech, Voorhees may be a rarity in that he has not only maintained but grown his relevance on the industry stage, all the while fighting for an unpopular block size increase and launching projects that seem years ahead of their time. Still, controversy seems not to catch this sly fox, as 2017 saw a victory lap for Voorhees, who emerged as one of the few early advocates who's been able to adapt to its changes.

Amber Baldet

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 08:00

Amber Baldet In darkness or in light? Either way, Baldet seems right at home whether she's onstage at a banking conference or somewhere in the islands, posing for pictures at an "ethereum unicorn party." Will she emerge as a real deal innovator? Or is she the ultimate imposter banking infiltrator? While Baldet's story is yet to be told, her association with one of the largest banks in the world, and power position on its so far compelling blockchain efforts are more than enough to enthrall imaginations.

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #9: Amber Baldet

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 08:00

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #9: Amber Baldet In darkness or in light? Either way, Baldet seems right at home whether she's onstage at a banking conference or somewhere in the islands, posing for pictures at an "ethereum unicorn party." Will she emerge as a real deal innovator? Or is she the ultimate imposter banking infiltrator? While Baldet's story is yet to be told, her association with one of the largest banks in the world, and power position on its so far compelling blockchain efforts are more than enough to enthrall imaginations.

Jihan Wu

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 02:00

Jihan Wu Master of the ASICBoost, conjurer of Antbleed... Perhaps no character in the pantheon of industry leaders has been the subject of more conspiracy theories than Mr. Wu, a passionate bitcoin believer who's been reviled for his views. The young co-founder of Chinese mining giant Bitmain, he might not exactly be the villain we all believe. But, what might be for certain is that if there's a title for "most misunderstood," Wu would win hands down.

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #10: Jihan Wu

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 02:00

Most Influential in Blockchain 2017 #10: Jihan Wu Master of the ASICBoost, conjurer of Antbleed... Perhaps no character in the pantheon of industry leaders has been the subject of more conspiracy theories than Mr. Wu, a passionate bitcoin believer who's been reviled for his views. The young co-founder of Chinese mining giant Bitmain, he might not exactly be the villain we all believe. But, what might be for certain is that if there's a title for "most misunderstood," Wu would win hands down.

Where Are All the Quick Wins for Blockchain?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 01:00

Where Are All the Quick Wins for Blockchain? Was 2017 too long-term focused? Entrepreneur Tom Klein believes quick wins are what's needed to bootstrap corporate blockchains in 2018.

2017: A Defining Year for Cryptocurrency Regulation

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 31. 00:01

2017: A Defining Year for Cryptocurrency Regulation This Year in Review article look at some of the major regulatory developments from 2017.

China on a Blockchain? Maybe in 2018

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 30. 23:20

China on a Blockchain? Maybe in 2018 China may have moved to ban crypto activities in 2017, but that doesn't mean the country won't be a major player in the year ahead.

What DAO? Charting Ether's Epic 2017 Price Climb

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 30. 16:15

What DAO? Charting Ether's Epic 2017 Price Climb Ether's price began 2017 below $10, shooting to as high as $800 earlier this month.

2017: The Year Crypto Became a New Asset Class

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 30. 14:00

2017: The Year Crypto Became a New Asset Class Crypto assets may have become an asset class in 2017, but that doesn't mean there's work yet to be done to bring the technology to main street.

Blockchain Asset Registries: Entering the Slope of Enlightenment?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 30. 12:30

Blockchain Asset Registries: Entering the Slope of Enlightenment? Putting real-world assets on a blockchain may be a promise worth pursuing, but field reports suggest it's an idea still just out of reach.

Blockchain Asset Registries: Approaching Enlightenment?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 30. 12:30

Blockchain Asset Registries: Approaching Enlightenment? Putting real-world assets on a blockchain may be a promise worth pursuing, but field reports suggest it's an idea still just out of reach.

2017 Review: What Bankers Think of Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 30. 00:00

2017 Review: What Bankers Think of Bitcoin To short or to long? Is bitcoin in a bubble? We summarized the various views from prominent figures in the finance world and the academia.

What Bankers Said About Bitcoin in 2017

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 30. 00:00

What Bankers Said About Bitcoin in 2017 To short or to long? Is bitcoin in a bubble? We summarized the various views from prominent figures in the finance world and the academia.

What Wall Street Said About Bitcoin in 2017

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 30. 00:00

What Wall Street Said About Bitcoin in 2017 To short or to long? Is bitcoin in a bubble? We summarized the various views from prominent figures in the finance world and the academia.

Payment Provider Bitrefill Runs Successful Lightning Transaction Test

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 29. 21:31

Payment Provider Bitrefill Runs Successful Lightning Transaction Test This may have been the first real consumer transaction using the Lightning network.

Blockchain in Healthcare: 2017's Successes

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 29. 19:15

Blockchain in Healthcare: 2017's Successes Blockchain in healthcare might not be sexy, but it's moving forward according to one of the sector's leading female CEOs.

Indian Finance Ministry: Cryptocurrencies Are 'Like Ponzi Schemes'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 29. 18:00

Indian Finance Ministry: Cryptocurrencies Are 'Like Ponzi Schemes' The India government doubled down its skepticism over cryptocurrencies, calling them like "Ponzi Schemes."

Avoiding Digital Feudalism Built on Blockchains

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 29. 17:00

Avoiding Digital Feudalism Built on Blockchains Blockchains may be transformative for society, but if that's the case, we should ask what society will remain, regulator Cab Morris argues.

Ripple Approaching $2 as XRP Price Doubles in Weekly Trading

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 29. 15:35

Ripple Approaching $2 as XRP Price Doubles in Weekly Trading Ripple's token XRP nearly doubled within one week, becoming now the third largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.

From $900 to $20,000: Bitcoin's Historic 2017 Price Run Revisited

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 29. 13:30

From $900 to $20,000: Bitcoin's Historic 2017 Price Run Revisited Bitcoin's price started the year off by crossing $1,000, culminating with a run that brought it close to $20,000.

Bitcoin or Blockchain? Bet That Both Will Thrive in 2018

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 29. 06:00

Bitcoin or Blockchain? Bet That Both Will Thrive in 2018 Competing technologies? Not so much argues Symbiont executive Caitlin Long who believes the best of both bitcoin and blockchain will prevail in 2018.

Crypto Exchange Poloniex to Impose Customer ID Requirements

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 29. 01:15

Crypto Exchange Poloniex to Impose Customer ID Requirements Cryptocurrency exchange service Poloniex is taking steps to ramp up the information it gathers on customers.

Hacks, Scams and Attacks: Blockchain's Biggest 2017 Disasters

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 29. 00:00

Hacks, Scams and Attacks: Blockchain's Biggest 2017 Disasters Hackers and scammers netted nearly $490 million in 2017. In this recap, CoinDesk takes a look at the most important incidents and their impact.

Hacks, Scams and Attacks: Blockchain's 2017 Disasters

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 29. 00:00

Hacks, Scams and Attacks: Blockchain's 2017 Disasters Hackers and scammers netted nearly $490 million in 2017. In this recap, CoinDesk takes a look at the most important incidents and their impact.

Bitcoin Among Year's Top Searches, Google Data Says

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 28. 22:00

Bitcoin Among Year's Top Searches, Google Data Says New data from Google suggests internet users searched for information on bitcoin at a rate that outpaced some of the top news stories this year.

Singapore Court Dismisses Dispute Over $43 Million in Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 28. 20:00

Singapore Court Dismisses Dispute Over $43 Million in Bitcoin The Singapore court dismisses B2C2's attempt to reclaim 3,092 bitcoin from Quoine.

Singapore Court Dismisses Summary Judgment for $43 Million Bitcoin Dispute

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 28. 20:00

Singapore Court Dismisses Summary Judgment for $43 Million Bitcoin Dispute The Singapore court dismisses B2C2's attempt to reclaim 3,092 bitcoin from Quoine.

2018 and Beyond: Tokens Are Slowly Eating the Firm

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 28. 18:15

2018 and Beyond: Tokens Are Slowly Eating the Firm Think DAOs and tokens are just a joke? This lawyer believes they may be coming to bring an open-source ethos to your business model.

Massachusetts Securities Regulator: Bitcoin Fails 'The Smell Test'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 28. 17:00

Massachusetts Securities Regulator: Bitcoin Fails 'The Smell Test' The top securities regulator in Massachusetts raised concerns on the bitcoin bubble and called the bitcoin market "entirely speculation."

South Korea to Tighten Bitcoin Exchange Rules Amid ‘Speculative’ Boom

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 28. 15:15

South Korea to Tighten Bitcoin Exchange Rules Amid ‘Speculative’ Boom The South Korea now bans domestic cryptocurrency exchanges from allowing users to make transactions through anonymous accounts.

ICOs: The Beauty, the Beast and JFK

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 28. 14:35

ICOs: The Beauty, the Beast and JFK What did ICOs get right in 2018? What went wrong? Attorney and entrepreneur Christine Duhaime unpacks a chaotic year.

El-Erian Predicts Bitcoin Crash if Savvier Investors Sit Out Correction

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 28. 13:30

El-Erian Predicts Bitcoin Crash if Savvier Investors Sit Out Correction Either the investor base diversifies during this price correction or bitcoin will crash very hard, former Pimco chief predicts.

No One Should Control the Blockchain Supply Chain

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 28. 04:10

No One Should Control the Blockchain Supply Chain Blockchain supply chains are coming to market, but they might not look the same as they were once envisioned.

Former FDIC Chair: Bitcoin Policies Shouldn't 'Feed the Frenzy'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 27. 22:45

Former FDIC Chair: Bitcoin Policies Shouldn't 'Feed the Frenzy' Sheila Bair, ex-chair of FDIC, argued that bitcoin shouldn't be banned. Instead, policies should be in place to protect investors.

Privacy on the Blockchain: Where Are We Headed?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 27. 20:55

Privacy on the Blockchain: Where Are We Headed? Privacy may be an issue with major blockchains today, but 2017 saw innovations by leaps and bounds, argues VC Arianna Simpson.

ATB Coin the Latest to Face Class-Action Suit After ICO

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 27. 19:15

ATB Coin the Latest to Face Class-Action Suit After ICO Early motions may force the court to rule on whether or not this coin should be considered a security under U.S. law.

Israeli Finance Watchdog Seeks to Ban Public Firms from Bitcoin Trading

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 27. 18:15

Israeli Finance Watchdog Seeks to Ban Public Firms from Bitcoin Trading Bitcoin trading companies in Israel may soon face a tighter rule imposed by the country's financial watchdog.

Chinese Investor Buys Stake in Delaware Blockchain Exchange

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 27. 16:15

Chinese Investor Buys Stake in Delaware Blockchain Exchange A Chinese-based cloud company, headed by a high-profile media mogul, has moved to purchase a Delaware blockchain-based stock exchange. 

On Greed and Growing Up: Why Crypto Looks A Lot Like Wall Street

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 27. 13:45

On Greed and Growing Up: Why Crypto Looks A Lot Like Wall Street Crypto may have set out to rethink Wall Street, but a decade into the experiment, advisor Jill Carlson isn't convinced the industry has it right.

Why Crypto Looks A Lot Like Wall Street

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 27. 13:45

Why Crypto Looks A Lot Like Wall Street Crypto may have set out to rethink Wall Street, but a decade into the experiment, advisor Jill Carlson isn't convinced the industry has it right.

2017 Was Bitcoin's Year. 2018 Will Be Ethereum's

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 27. 12:45

2017 Was Bitcoin's Year. 2018 Will Be Ethereum's A long-time bitcoin investor is now staking his claim to a new blockchain network, one he believes will enable more value creation in the long term.

Bitcoin's Real 2018 Bottleneck

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 27. 02:00

Bitcoin's Real 2018 Bottleneck Bitcoin's markets may be booming but it's the network's rare development talent that may be most valuable.

Bitcoin's Real Bottleneck

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 27. 02:00

Bitcoin's Real Bottleneck Bitcoin's markets may be booming but it's the network's rare development talent that may be most valuable.

Editable Blockchains? Mining Futures? 2017 Saw Crypto Patents Pile Up

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 26. 21:00

Editable Blockchains? Mining Futures? 2017 Saw Crypto Patents Pile Up A run-down of some of the more notable crypto and blockchain patents seen in 2017.

A Central Bank Cryptocurrency? Not in 2018

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 26. 17:30

A Central Bank Cryptocurrency? Not in 2018 Central bank digital currencies may sound like a nice idea, but blogger JP Koning argues they'll remain just that in 2018 – an idea.

The Death of the ICO (And 4 Other 2018 Predictions)

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 26. 14:55

The Death of the ICO (And 4 Other 2018 Predictions) The year of interoperability? Or enterprise digital asset adoption? Both futures might be on the table for 2018, according to Ripple's CTO.

My Advice for ICOs? I'm Sorry I Was Right…

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 24. 17:00

My Advice for ICOs? I'm Sorry I Was Right… He's not your lawyer, but he's giving you advice. Avid pocaster and legal expert Jason Seibert enjoys a last laugh on ICOs.

2017: The Year Blockchain Got Weird

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 24. 13:30

2017: The Year Blockchain Got Weird Blockchain may be a revolution in finance – but it's also weird, as this tour through the outer edges of crypto cyberspace proves.

What Comes After the Futures? The Next Chapter for Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 23. 23:00

What Comes After the Futures? The Next Chapter for Bitcoin The future is bright following Wall Street's futures trading embrace, but education is emerging as a key hurdle ahead.

After the Futures: The Next Chapter for Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 23. 23:00

After the Futures: The Next Chapter for Bitcoin The future is bright following Wall Street's futures trading embrace, but education is emerging as a key hurdle ahead.

Utility: The Defining Word for Tokens in 2018

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 23. 17:00

Utility: The Defining Word for Tokens in 2018 A rising token tide may be lifting all boats, but when the water line lowers, utility will likely be their key defense.

Poof, Your Money's Gone: Building for a New Wave of Blockchain Users

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 23. 13:45

Poof, Your Money's Gone: Building for a New Wave of Blockchain Users MyEtherWallet founder Taylor Monahan knows a thing or two about blockchain users, arguing they're not ready for the early blockchain tools of today.

Poof, Your Money's Gone: Building for Blockchain Users

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 23. 13:45

Poof, Your Money's Gone: Building for Blockchain Users MyEtherWallet founder Taylor Monahan knows a thing or two about blockchain users, arguing they're not ready for the early blockchain tools of today.

Belarus Government Cuts Taxes For Crypto Businesses

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 23:00

Belarus Government Cuts Taxes For Crypto Businesses The government of Belarus has passed new statutes aimed in part at encouraging the development of companies around cryptocurrency and blockchain.

Some Crypto Assets Are Trending Up Amid Today's Drop

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 19:35

Some Crypto Assets Are Trending Up Amid Today's Drop Amidst today's market drop, several cryptocurrencies reported gains during the afternoon trading session.

Cleaning Up the Crypto Markets: A Job for 2018

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 17:00

Cleaning Up the Crypto Markets: A Job for 2018 Regulation may be a four-letter word in the crypto markets, but that doesn't mean it should be embraced according to one bank analyst.

Stocks That Soared On Crypto News Are Also Sinking Today

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 16:05

Stocks That Soared On Crypto News Are Also Sinking Today Today's cryptocurrency market plunge has ensnared the prices of several publicly-traded companies.

Stocks That Soared On Crypto News Are Sinking

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 16:05

Stocks That Soared On Crypto News Are Sinking Today's cryptocurrency market plunge has ensnared the prices of several publicly-traded companies.

30% Decline: Charting the Ongoing Crypto Price Correction

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 15:30

30% Decline: Charting the Ongoing Crypto Price Correction It's a red Friday for the cryptocurrency markets, where major assets have all seen 30 to 40 percent declines on the day's trading.

Charting 2017's Biggest Crypto Price Correction

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 15:30

Charting 2017's Biggest Crypto Price Correction It's a red Friday for the cryptocurrency markets, where major assets have all seen 30 to 40 percent declines on the day's trading.

Sberbank Chairman: Blockchain Adoption Could Take 10 Years

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 14:10

Sberbank Chairman: Blockchain Adoption Could Take 10 Years The head of Sberbank believes that the wider-scale implementation of blockchain in Russia could take as long as a decade.

Futures Firm Cboe Filed for 6 Bitcoin ETFs This Week

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 13:00

Futures Firm Cboe Filed for 6 Bitcoin ETFs This Week Cboe has filed with the SEC to list multiple bitcoin futures ETFs in the past week, public records show.

Crypto Market Sheds Billions as Top 100 Assets Down Sharply

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 12:22

Crypto Market Sheds Billions as Top 100 Assets Down Sharply It's a down day for the cryptocurrency markets, with gains in sight, data reveals.

Crypto Market Sheds Billions as Top 100 Assets Down

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 12:22

Crypto Market Sheds Billions as Top 100 Assets Down It's a down day for the cryptocurrency markets, with gains in sight, data reveals.

Wikileaks to Accept Additional Cryptocurrencies for Donations

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 12:00

Wikileaks to Accept Additional Cryptocurrencies for Donations Julian Assange stated in a Tweet that Wikileaks is seeking to add new cryptocurrencies in the future after FPF announced the closure of its support.

Buying Bitcoin? Investment Funds Will Be on the Blockchain, Too

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 10:00

Buying Bitcoin? Investment Funds Will Be on the Blockchain, Too The future of tokenized monies calls for a tokenized investment fund. The road there is being paved, but it's not so cut and dry.

Buying Bitcoin? Investment Funds Will Use Blockchain, Too

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 10:00

Buying Bitcoin? Investment Funds Will Use Blockchain, Too The future of tokenized monies calls for a tokenized investment fund. The road there is being paved, but it's not so cut and dry.

Buying Bitcoin? Hedge Funds Will Use Blockchain, Too

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 10:00

Buying Bitcoin? Hedge Funds Will Use Blockchain, Too The future of tokenized monies calls for a tokenized investment fund. The road there is being paved, but it's not so cut and dry.

SEC's Munchee Order Is a Recipe for Securities Law Violations

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 08:00

SEC's Munchee Order Is a Recipe for Securities Law Violations The SEC's recent Munchee order offers a significant insight into its views of how to analyze ICOs under securities laws, says Katherine Cooper.

SEC Munchee Order a Recipe for Securities Violations

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 08:00

SEC Munchee Order a Recipe for Securities Violations The SEC's recent Munchee order offers a significant insight into its views of how to analyze ICOs under securities laws, says Katherine Cooper.

Jamming on Economics: What Comes After Crypto's Summer of Love

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 05:00

Jamming on Economics: What Comes After Crypto's Summer of Love Crypto's creative explosion may have hit a critical mass this year, but the results ahead could be just as impactful, argues Polychain's Ryan Zurer.

What Comes After Crypto's Summer of Love?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 05:00

What Comes After Crypto's Summer of Love? Crypto's creative explosion may have hit a critical mass this year, but the results ahead could be just as impactful, argues Polychain's Ryan Zurer.

Jamming on Cryptoeconomics: What Comes After the Summer of Love?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 05:00

Jamming on Cryptoeconomics: What Comes After the Summer of Love? Crypto's creative explosion may have hit a critical mass this year, but the results ahead could be just as impactful, argues Polychain's Ryan Zurer.

Jamming on Crypto Economics: What Comes After the Summer of Love?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 05:00

Jamming on Crypto Economics: What Comes After the Summer of Love? Crypto's creative explosion may have hit a critical mass this year, but the results ahead could be just as impactful, argues Polychain's Ryan Zurer.

Bitcoin Price Drops Below $15k, Down 25% from All-Time High

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 22. 01:45

Bitcoin Price Drops Below $15k, Down 25% from All-Time High The price of bitcoin is down more than 25 percent from its recent all-time highs, spurred by futures listings from major derivatives exchanges.

Prosecutors File Charges in Alleged $250 Million Crypto Mining Fraud

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 23:00

Prosecutors File Charges in Alleged $250 Million Crypto Mining Fraud Authorities in South Korea have reportedly filed suit against a U.S. cryptocurrency mining firm, alleging a multi-million dollar fraud.

Official: Russia to Introduce Cryptocurrency Regulation Bill Next Week

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 21:09

Official: Russia to Introduce Cryptocurrency Regulation Bill Next Week New cryptocurrency laws are expected to be introduced to the Russia's national legislature on Dec. 28.

FINRA: Beware Public Stocks That Tout Cryptocurrency Connection

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 19:45

FINRA: Beware Public Stocks That Tout Cryptocurrency Connection FINRA, a self-regulatory authority for the financial industry in the U.S., has issued a new warning about cryptocurrency-related stock fraud.

All of the Top 20 Cryptocurrencies Hit Record Highs This Week

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 18:40

All of the Top 20 Cryptocurrencies Hit Record Highs This Week Each of the top 20 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization hit an all-time price high in the past four days, according to market data.

2017: Saluting the Shakespearean Shitcoin Drama That Was

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 17:10

2017: Saluting the Shakespearean Shitcoin Drama That Was Outspoken exchange exec Arthur Hayes gives a colorful overview of crypto in 2017 as the Shakespearean comedy he believes it was.

2017: Saluting the Non-Stop Coin Drama That Was

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 17:10

2017: Saluting the Non-Stop Coin Drama That Was Outspoken exchange exec Arthur Hayes gives a colorful overview of crypto in 2017 as the Shakespearean comedy he believes it was.

2017: Saluting the Non-Stop Price Drama That Was

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 17:10

2017: Saluting the Non-Stop Price Drama That Was Outspoken exchange exec Arthur Hayes gives a colorful overview of crypto in 2017 as the Shakespearean comedy he believes it was.

Texas Slaps Bitcoin Investment Firm With Cease-and-Desist

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 16:20

Texas Slaps Bitcoin Investment Firm With Cease-and-Desist Regulators in Texas have obtained a cease-and-desist order against a firm they say is unlawfully pitching bitcoin mining investment plans in the state.

Coinbase CEO Backs Crypto Derivatives Exchange DydX

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 15:05

Coinbase CEO Backs Crypto Derivatives Exchange DydX DYdX, an in-development decentralized exchange for cryptocurrency derivatives, has raised an undisclosed amount in a seed funding round.

How Regulators Become Blockchain Innovators

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 14:00

How Regulators Become Blockchain Innovators Don't believe the crypto hype? On a large enough scale, no institution is safe from dramatic change, argues Central Bank of Aruba's Ryan Peterson.

Buyer Beware? Credit Creeps Into Crypto

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 13:00

Buyer Beware? Credit Creeps Into Crypto An influx of get-rich-quick types could encourage the sort of behavior that bitcoin was designed to escape.

Ripple Price Passes Historic $1 Milestone

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 12:00

Ripple Price Passes Historic $1 Milestone The price of Ripple's XRP token has passed a dollar for the first time in its history, thanks to a boost from Asian traders.

Tether to Launch New Platform Following Hack

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 11:00

Tether to Launch New Platform Following Hack Tether, a startup that provides a dollar-pegged token, has said it plans to launch a new platform following a claimed security breach in November.

Bank of England Chief: Bitcoin Isn't a Threat to Financial Stability

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 10:15

Bank of England Chief: Bitcoin Isn't a Threat to Financial Stability Bank of England governor Mark Carney has said that bitcoin's meteoric price gains do not pose a threat to global financial stability.

Writing the Blockchain Rulebook in 2018

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 09:00

Writing the Blockchain Rulebook in 2018 2018 presents a rare opportunity for the blockchain industry to self-regulate, lawyer Josh Garcia argues.

Blockchain Advocates in Japan and South Korea Are Joining Forces

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 07:00

Blockchain Advocates in Japan and South Korea Are Joining Forces Japanese and South Korean blockchain groups have partnered for dissemination of blockchain technology.

US Think Tank Links Rising Bitcoin Price to Uptick in Terrorist Interest

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 05:01

US Think Tank Links Rising Bitcoin Price to Uptick in Terrorist Interest The increased price of bitcoin appears to be luring terrorist fundraising efforts, in spite of the risks of being discovered.

Think Tank Links Rising Bitcoin Price to Terrorist Use

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 21. 05:01

Think Tank Links Rising Bitcoin Price to Terrorist Use The increased price of bitcoin appears to be luring terrorist fundraising efforts, in spite of the risks of being discovered.

GMO Internet's Crypto Mining Facility Is Up and Running

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 22:35

GMO Internet's Crypto Mining Facility Is Up and Running GMO Internet, a publicly listed IT firm in Japan, has officially launched its cryptocurrency mining operation.

Bitcoin adoption worldwide.

bitcoinful

2017. Dec. 20. 21:24

Bitcoin adoption worldwide. Bitcoin adoption worldwide.

Coinbase's Bitcoin Cash Market Is Back Online

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 20:29

Coinbase's Bitcoin Cash Market Is Back Online GDAX, the digital asset exchange run by Coinbase, has resumed trading of bitcoin cash hours after its initial – and tumultuous – effort.

Ron Paul: Fed-Led Quantitative Easing Sparked Cryptocurrency Surge

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 18:00

Ron Paul: Fed-Led Quantitative Easing Sparked Cryptocurrency Surge Ron Paul said today that he believes the U.S. government's monetary policies have fueled the rise in the price of cryptocurrencies like bitcoin.

Cryptocurrency Hedge Fund Hit With Class Action Lawsuit

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 16:30

Cryptocurrency Hedge Fund Hit With Class Action Lawsuit A company seeking to create the world's first decentralized hedge fund has been hit with a class action alleging a fraudulent issuance of securities.

ICE Exchange Unit Seeking to List Bitcoin Futures ETFs

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 15:20

ICE Exchange Unit Seeking to List Bitcoin Futures ETFs NYSE Arca has filed with the SEC for a proposed rule change that would allow for the listing of two exchange-traded funds tied to bitcoin futures. 

ICE Exchange Unit Seeks to List Bitcoin Futures ETFs

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 15:20

ICE Exchange Unit Seeks to List Bitcoin Futures ETFs NYSE Arca has filed with the SEC for a proposed rule change that would allow for the listing of two exchange-traded funds tied to bitcoin futures. 

Downtime

Bitbargain.com

2017. Dec. 20. 14:42

Downtime

We apologise for the inconvenience earlier today.

The hosting provider (ATW) made a mistake while configuring their network and we made the mistake of forgetting to set up the server monitoring via SMS after the move to new servers just a few weeks ago. The combination of these two mistakes has caused BitBargain to be down for hours until a phonecall from a seller (thank you again).

The server is able to reach the internet once again and all services are back online.

Waiting Game: Bitcoin Cash at Record High Ahead of Coinbase Relaunch

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 14:42

Waiting Game: Bitcoin Cash at Record High Ahead of Coinbase Relaunch Bitcoin cash is resurgent today, despite some controversy over the cryptocurrency's listing on the Coinbase exchange.

Litecoin Creator Sells Stake Citing 'Conflict of Interest'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 13:20

Litecoin Creator Sells Stake Citing 'Conflict of Interest' The creator of litecoin is no longer an investor in the cryptocurrency, according to a post he authored on Reddit Wednesday.

Coinbase to Probe for Breach in Bitcoin Cash Listing

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 13:10

Coinbase to Probe for Breach in Bitcoin Cash Listing Exchange startup Coinbase is taking steps to ensure its policies were followed over allegations employees may be trading on preferential information.

How Low Can Bitcoin Go? Charts Hint $11k Might Be in Play

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 12:25

How Low Can Bitcoin Go? Charts Hint $11k Might Be in Play How low can bitcoin go? A look at the charts suggest a bearish price reversal could extend through the weekend.

How Low Can Bitcoin Go? Charts Hint $11k in Play

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 12:25

How Low Can Bitcoin Go? Charts Hint $11k in Play How low can bitcoin go? A look at the charts suggest a bearish price reversal could extend through the weekend.

Singapore Central Bank Urges 'Extreme Caution' on Bitcoin Investment

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 12:00

Singapore Central Bank Urges 'Extreme Caution' on Bitcoin Investment The Monetary Authority of Singapore has become the latest financial watchdog to issue a warning on the risks of investing in cryptocurrencies.

Morgan Stanley: Hedge Funds Poured $2 Billion into Cryptos in 2017

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 11:01

Morgan Stanley: Hedge Funds Poured $2 Billion into Cryptos in 2017 Banking giant Morgan Stanley has estimated that hedge funds invested $2 billion in cryptocurrencies this year.

Bitcoin No Threat to Financial Stability, Say European Economists

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 10:00

Bitcoin No Threat to Financial Stability, Say European Economists A group of university economists believe bitcoin is no threat to the financial stability, though regulatory oversight needs to be increased.

The 2017 Tapscott Prediction Scorecard

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 09:00

The 2017 Tapscott Prediction Scorecard How did the pundits fare in 2017? Author Don Tapscott reviews his own predictions, taking stock of where he went wrong and where he was on the money.

The 2017 Tapscott Blockchain Prediction Scorecard

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 09:00

The 2017 Tapscott Blockchain Prediction Scorecard How did the pundits fare in 2017? Author Don Tapscott reviews his own predictions, taking stock of where he went wrong and where he was on the money.

Chain Moves to Simplify Smart Contracts on Bitcoin Blockchain

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 07:00

Chain Moves to Simplify Smart Contracts on Bitcoin Blockchain The startup released an open-source compiler that translates between Ivy, Chain's high-level smart contract language, and low-level Bitcoin Script.

Bring on the FUD: 2017 Was The Year Bitcoin Became Anti-Fragile

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 05:00

Bring on the FUD: 2017 Was The Year Bitcoin Became Anti-Fragile What happened after all the fear, uncertainty and doubt of 2017? Bitcoin became stronger than ever, according to developer Jimmy Song.

Coinbase Halts Bitcoin Cash Trading Abruptly After Exchange Launch

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 02:40

Coinbase Halts Bitcoin Cash Trading Abruptly After Exchange Launch Coinbase launched bitcoin cash exchange trading Tuesday, but operations were anything but smooth. The feature was abruptly pulled after going live.

Coinbase Halts Bitcoin Cash Trading After Launch

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 02:40

Coinbase Halts Bitcoin Cash Trading After Launch Coinbase launched bitcoin cash exchange trading Tuesday, but operations were anything but smooth. The feature was abruptly pulled after going live.

Coinbase Halts Bitcoin Cash Trading Abruptly After Launch

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 02:40

Coinbase Halts Bitcoin Cash Trading Abruptly After Launch Coinbase launched bitcoin cash exchange trading Tuesday, but operations were anything but smooth. The feature was abruptly pulled after going live.

$300 Million Lockup: Storj Clarifies Token Economics in Surprise Reveal

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 02:00

$300 Million Lockup: Storj Clarifies Token Economics in Surprise Reveal Not many tokens are taking steps to clarify how they're handling their own funds. Storj, however, did just that with a surprise announcement Tuesday.

$300 Million Lockup: Storj Clarifies Token Plans

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 20. 02:00

$300 Million Lockup: Storj Clarifies Token Plans Not many tokens are taking steps to clarify how they're handling their own funds. Storj, however, did just that with a surprise announcement Tuesday.

Decentralized Token Exchange Radar Relay Raises $3 Million

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 22:30

Decentralized Token Exchange Radar Relay Raises $3 Million The team behind Radar Relay, a decentralized token exchange built on top of the 0x protocol, has raised $3 million in venture funding.

$17k Breached: Bitcoin Price Now Down 15% from All-Time High

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 21:21

$17k Breached: Bitcoin Price Now Down 15% from All-Time High Bitcoin's price has dipped below $18,000, marking a decline of more than $1,300 since the start of the day's trading.

$17k Breached: Bitcoin Down 15% from All-Time High

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 21:21

$17k Breached: Bitcoin Down 15% from All-Time High Bitcoin's price has dipped below $18,000, marking a decline of more than $1,300 since the start of the day's trading.

Augur's App Token Doubles in Price to Top $100

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 20:00

Augur's App Token Doubles in Price to Top $100 The price of the digital token underlying Augur's ethereum-based prediction market has risen sharply in the past day, market data shows.

Investors Commit $100 Million in First Day Funding to Overstock's tZERO ICO

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 17:55

Investors Commit $100 Million in First Day Funding to Overstock's tZERO ICO Overstock.com's blockchain subsidiary tZERO has already attracted millions in committed funds for its forthcoming token, just a day after opening.

Investors Commit $100 Million to Overstock's tZERO Token Sale

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 17:55

Investors Commit $100 Million to Overstock's tZERO Token Sale Overstock.com's blockchain subsidiary tZERO has already attracted millions in committed funds for its forthcoming token, just a day after opening.

Investors Commit $100 Million to tZERO ICO

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 17:55

Investors Commit $100 Million to tZERO ICO Overstock.com's blockchain subsidiary tZERO has already attracted millions in committed funds for its forthcoming token, just a day after opening.

SEC Suspends Crypto Firm's Stock After Big Price Boost

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 17:15

SEC Suspends Crypto Firm's Stock After Big Price Boost The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has suspended trading of a publicly-listed cryptocurrency firm.

Nobel Winner Robert Shiller: Bitcoin Is Too 'Ambiguous' to Value

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 16:30

Nobel Winner Robert Shiller: Bitcoin Is Too 'Ambiguous' to Value Nobel prize winning economist Robert Shiller believes there's no clear way to put a price on bitcoin, according to recent statements.

Bitcoin Exchange Youbit to Declare Bankruptcy After Hack

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 15:30

Bitcoin Exchange Youbit to Declare Bankruptcy After Hack A South Korean bitcoin exchange is moving to declare bankruptcy following what it said was a debilitating cyber attack.

Estonia Inches Closer to National 'Crypto Token' Launch

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 14:45

Estonia Inches Closer to National 'Crypto Token' Launch The Baltic nation of Estonia has revealed more concrete plans for the launch of its own digital token, dubbed "estcoin."

$2,300 and Rising: Bitcoin Cash Eyes Gains Against Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 13:45

$2,300 and Rising: Bitcoin Cash Eyes Gains Against Bitcoin Bitcoin cash is surging, setting new all-time highs at a time when bitcoin's growth is slowing amid competition for gains.

$2,300 and Rising: Bitcoin Cash Gains Against Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 13:45

$2,300 and Rising: Bitcoin Cash Gains Against Bitcoin Bitcoin cash is surging, setting new all-time highs at a time when bitcoin's growth is slowing amid competition for gains.

Blockchain's 2018 Goal? Human Rights Over Financial Gains

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 13:00

Blockchain's 2018 Goal? Human Rights Over Financial Gains Financial gains may be attracting new entrants, but that's all the more reason to increase the emphasis on blockchain as a means for change.

Bitcoin Risks Bearish Price Reversal as Altcoins Surge

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 11:50

Bitcoin Risks Bearish Price Reversal as Altcoins Surge Bitcoin prices are feeling the pull of gravity today, amid solid gains across many alternative cryptocurrencies.

Kuwait's Ministry of Finance Says It Does Not Recognize Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 11:00

Kuwait's Ministry of Finance Says It Does Not Recognize Bitcoin Kuwait's Ministry of Finance has reportedly said it does not recognize bitcoin, and that financial institutions may not trade the cryptocurrency.

'Stay Away' from Bitcoin, Warns Danish Central Bank Chief

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 10:00

'Stay Away' from Bitcoin, Warns Danish Central Bank Chief The director of Denmark's central bank has given a warning on bitcoin, describing it as "dangerous" and unregulated.

The Next Step In Overstock's Master Blockchain Plan Is Underway

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 09:00

The Next Step In Overstock's Master Blockchain Plan Is Underway On the eve of an ambitious plan to raise millions in an ICO, Overstock CEO Patrick Byrne discusses how the sale fits into his blockchain plans.

Bitcoin Likely to Become 'Niche' Product, Says ING's Top Economist

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 07:00

Bitcoin Likely to Become 'Niche' Product, Says ING's Top Economist The chief economist for Dutch banking giant ING believes bitcoin will likely wind up as a niche financial product, according to a new report.

2018 for ICOs: A Quarter-By-Quarter Outlook

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 19. 02:00

2018 for ICOs: A Quarter-By-Quarter Outlook This ICO insider sees the market's hot streak continuing into the new year – even though, there are some potential pitfalls along the way.

Overstock's TZERO ICO Yet to Launch as Token Sale Stalls Unexpectedly

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 21:30

Overstock's TZERO ICO Yet to Launch as Token Sale Stalls Unexpectedly One of the crypto industry's most anticipated token sales, that for Overstock subsidiary tZERO, has yet to launch as originally planned.

Hedge Fund Pro Bill Miller: 'Just About 50 Percent' Invested in Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 20:55

Hedge Fund Pro Bill Miller: 'Just About 50 Percent' Invested in Bitcoin Investor Bill Miller said last week that his MVP1 hedge fund has half of its investments in bitcoin.

Hedge Fund Pro Miller Is '50 Percent' Invested in Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 20:55

Hedge Fund Pro Miller Is '50 Percent' Invested in Bitcoin Investor Bill Miller said last week that his MVP1 hedge fund has half of its investments in bitcoin.

$600 Billion: Cryptocurrency Market Cap Sets New Record

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 18:50

$600 Billion: Cryptocurrency Market Cap Sets New Record Today saw the total capitalization of the cryptocurrency rise above $600 billion for the first time.

CFTC Launches Online Resources for Bitcoin Investors

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 18:15

CFTC Launches Online Resources for Bitcoin Investors The top derivatives regulator in the U.S. has created a new information portal for cryptocurrencies, a move that came just days ahead of a major bitcoin futures launch.

France Wants G20 Nations to Discuss Bitcoin Regulation

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 16:15

France Wants G20 Nations to Discuss Bitcoin Regulation France's finance minister is planning to push for a discussion on bitcoin regulation at a G-20 summit next spring.

Litecoin Faces Key Hurdle in Push Back to Record Highs

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 14:30

Litecoin Faces Key Hurdle in Push Back to Record Highs The price of litecoin is up from a recent low, but Monday's chart analysis suggests it's facing a key crossroads in a bid to push much higher.

North Korea Suspected Again in Crypto Exchange Attacks

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 14:00

North Korea Suspected Again in Crypto Exchange Attacks South Korea's spy agency beileves a recent run of hacking attacks on domestic cryptocurrency exchanges is linked to North Korea.

The Transformed Role of Government in the Blockchain Era

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 13:35

The Transformed Role of Government in the Blockchain Era Embracing change might not be easy for governments, but it can be done, according to the head of Dubai's ambitious blockchain agenda.

Bull Market Breather? Bitcoin Retreats After Run on $20k

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 12:45

Bull Market Breather? Bitcoin Retreats After Run on $20k Bitcoin is facing significant resistence at $20,000, potentially putting in place the possibility the cryptocurrency's bull run could cool.

UK Financial Watchdog to Further Scrutinize ICOs

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 12:00

UK Financial Watchdog to Further Scrutinize ICOs The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced that it will gather further evidence and conduct a deeper examination on ICOs.

Fidelity's Charity Arm Raises $22 Million in Bitcoin in 2017

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 11:45

Fidelity's Charity Arm Raises $22 Million in Bitcoin in 2017 Despite the rising price of bitcoin, some investors are choosing to donate their gains to a cause, according to figures from Fidelity Charitable.

Fidelity Charitable Raises $22 Million in Bitcoin in 2017

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 11:45

Fidelity Charitable Raises $22 Million in Bitcoin in 2017 Despite the rising price of bitcoin, some investors are choosing to donate their gains to a cause, according to figures from Fidelity Charitable.

Bought Your First Bitcoin or Ether? Brace for the Fees

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 11:30

Bought Your First Bitcoin or Ether? Brace for the Fees Frustrated by crypto transaction fees? This CoinDesk Explainer gives an overview of why they're necessary for the blockchains being built.

Boeing Eyes Blockchain in Bid to Fight GPS Spoofing

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 07:00

Boeing Eyes Blockchain in Bid to Fight GPS Spoofing A new patent filing from Boeing suggests that the aircraft manufacturing giant is looking at how blockchain can help protect in-flight GPS receivers.

Where Have All the Private Blockchains Gone?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 05:00

Where Have All the Private Blockchains Gone? What's next for private blockchains? More iteration, improvement – and adoption, argues developer Gideon Greenspan.

New Class-Action Suit Filed Against Tezos Founders

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 03:00

New Class-Action Suit Filed Against Tezos Founders The Tezos organization is being sued for a fourth time, in this case to freeze the funds raised during its ICO.

CME Bitcoin Futures Price Above $20k in First Day Trading

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 18. 00:45

CME Bitcoin Futures Price Above $20k in First Day Trading CME Group's bitcoin futures trading began today with an opening price above $20,000 for its January 2018 contract.

2018: The Year Central Banks Begin Buying Cryptocurrency

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 17. 13:30

2018: The Year Central Banks Begin Buying Cryptocurrency A former central banker is predicting big changes on major central bank balance sheets as cryptocurrencies continue to gain adoption and market share.

Sell the News? Bitcoin Price to Test $20k Ahead of CME Launch

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 17. 12:45

Sell the News? Bitcoin Price to Test $20k Ahead of CME Launch The price of bitcoin is edging up, but how it will respond to Sunday's launch of futures on the CME exchange is anyone's guess.

Bitcoin Price Primed to Test $20k Ahead of CME Launch

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 17. 12:45

Bitcoin Price Primed to Test $20k Ahead of CME Launch The price of bitcoin is edging up, but how it will respond to Sunday's launch of futures on the CME exchange is anyone's guess.

BCH Trading

Bitbargain.com

2017. Dec. 17. 05:09

BCH Trading

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Bitcoin Cash (aka. Bitcash or Bcash) trading is now live.

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Bitcoin Takes All? Enterprise Blockchains Need Time, Too

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 16. 14:45

Bitcoin Takes All? Enterprise Blockchains Need Time, Too This is not the kind of technology where you "move fast and break things." Financial market infrastructure is too big to bet on a buzzword.

A Hitchhiker's Guide to the Blockchain Highway

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 16. 14:00

A Hitchhiker's Guide to the Blockchain Highway Not for easily swayed, vlogger Mike in Space narrates a tour through the world of bitcoin memes (and mixed messages) of 2017.

Class-Action Suit Targets ICO Promoted By Floyd Mayweather, Jr.

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 21:15

Class-Action Suit Targets ICO Promoted By Floyd Mayweather, Jr. An initial coin offering (ICO) promoted by boxing champion Floyd Mayweather, Jr., is at the center of a newly filed class-action complaint.

US Treasury Report: DLT Data Storage Raises Oversight Concerns

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 20:00

US Treasury Report: DLT Data Storage Raises Oversight Concerns The Financial Oversight Stability Council acknowledged that virtual currencies are becoming more common, but have a limited impact on the economy.

'Clear and Loud': Parity to Drop First Bid for Frozen Ether Fix

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 19:00

'Clear and Loud': Parity to Drop First Bid for Frozen Ether Fix After critical feedback from the ethereum community, Parity Technologies will not follow-up on any of its proposals for restoring frozen ether funds.

Monero Mining Malware Hits Russian Pipeline Giant Transneft

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 17:50

Monero Mining Malware Hits Russian Pipeline Giant Transneft The world's largest oil pipeline reportedly had some of its computer systems affected by cryptocurrency mining malware.

US Commodities Regulator Proposes Definition for Cryptocurrency 'Delivery'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 16:50

US Commodities Regulator Proposes Definition for Cryptocurrency 'Delivery' The CFTC has published a proposed interpretation of how it will deem that a cryptocurrency has been "delivered" from a buyer to a seller.

Ethereum, Ripple And Litecoin Have Arrived on Bloomberg Terminals

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 16:00

Ethereum, Ripple And Litecoin Have Arrived on Bloomberg Terminals Financial data firm Bloomberg has added three new cryptocurrencies to its Terminal service.

$20k Bitcoin? Not Yet As Changing Charts Favor Crypto Rivals

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 15:00

$20k Bitcoin? Not Yet As Changing Charts Favor Crypto Rivals A look at bitcoin's value across various crypto trading pairs suggests a substantial push higher might not be likely in the short term.

$20k Bitcoin? Changing Charts Favor Crypto Rivals

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 15:00

$20k Bitcoin? Changing Charts Favor Crypto Rivals A look at bitcoin's value across various crypto trading pairs suggests a substantial push higher might not be likely in the short term.

Corporate Blockchain Brain Drain Is About More Than Money

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 14:00

Corporate Blockchain Brain Drain Is About More Than Money The next-generation of financial technologists will want more from corporations and businesses, argues ex-CME digitization lead Sandra Ro.

Blockchain Brain Drain Is About More Than Money

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 14:00

Blockchain Brain Drain Is About More Than Money The next-generation of financial technologists will want more from corporations and businesses, argues ex-CME digitization lead Sandra Ro.

Crypto Collectables? Ethereum's Next Killer App Is on Its Way

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 13:00

Crypto Collectables? Ethereum's Next Killer App Is on Its Way The rise of CryptoKitties has called attention to ERC-721, an ethereum technical standard that could start a blockchain-based collectibles rush.

Ethereum Browser Bug Could Put User Funds At Risk

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 12:05

Ethereum Browser Bug Could Put User Funds At Risk Using ethereum browser Mist may put cryptocurrency private keys at risk, according to an Ethereum Foundation blog post.

More to Come? Bitcoin Sets Record High Near $18k

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 11:25

More to Come? Bitcoin Sets Record High Near $18k Having successfully defended $16,000 earlier this week, bitcoin regained bid tone today and clocked a fresh record high above $17,800.

UK's FCA Chief Warns Bitcoin Investors: Be Prepared to Lose Your Money

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 10:05

UK's FCA Chief Warns Bitcoin Investors: Be Prepared to Lose Your Money The head of the UK's Financial Conduct Authority has warned that people stand to lose their funds if they invest in bitcoin.

US Government to Sell Off $10 Million in Seized Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 09:00

US Government to Sell Off $10 Million in Seized Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash U.S. prosecutors in the state of Utah are moving to sell millions of dollars-worth of cryptocurrencies seized in an opioid drug case.

Survey: Most Bitcoin Investors Expect Even Fatter Returns in 2018

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 07:54

Survey: Most Bitcoin Investors Expect Even Fatter Returns in 2018 According to the survey by LendEDU, almost three-quarters of bitcoin investors in the U.S. plan to increase the size of their holdings next year.

2018: The Year We Make Cont(r)act

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 05:00

2018: The Year We Make Cont(r)act 2017 may have been a historic year in blockchain, but Banca IMI's Massimo Morini argues the seeds for this revolution were sown in 2016.

Mimblewimble's Small Step: Grin Raises Funds for New Development

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 15. 03:35

Mimblewimble's Small Step: Grin Raises Funds for New Development Bitcoin startup BlockCypher is among those backing development for a new alternative blockchain that aims to break cryptographic ground.

As Wall Street Bids Up Bitcoin, Tactics Change for ICOs

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 23:30

As Wall Street Bids Up Bitcoin, Tactics Change for ICOs Facing new regulation and a run-up in crypto prices, the ICO market is feeling the squeeze of maturity.

As Wall Street Bids Up Bitcoin, ICO Tactics Change

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 23:30

As Wall Street Bids Up Bitcoin, ICO Tactics Change Facing new regulation and a run-up in crypto prices, the ICO market is feeling the squeeze of maturity.

DOJ Alleges Bitcoin Involved in Attempted ISIS Funding

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 22:20

DOJ Alleges Bitcoin Involved in Attempted ISIS Funding Prosecutors have accused a New York woman of using credit cards to purchase bitcoin and then launder those funds to send money to ISIS.

Goodbye Ethereum: Kik Plans to Move Its ICO Tokens to Stellar

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 21:00

Goodbye Ethereum: Kik Plans to Move Its ICO Tokens to Stellar Kik founder Ted Livingston announced on Wednesday that his company was moving its Kin token app from ethereum to Stellar.

Malaysia's Central Bank Releases Draft Rules for Cryptocurrency Exchanges

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 20:00

Malaysia's Central Bank Releases Draft Rules for Cryptocurrency Exchanges Bank Negara Malaysia published draft guidelines for cryptocurrency exchanges to report their usage statistics to prevent illicit transactions.

Intel Sees Role for 'Blockchain Mining' in Genetic Sequencing

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 19:00

Intel Sees Role for 'Blockchain Mining' in Genetic Sequencing In a newly released patent application, Intel describes how it could run genetic sequencing operations on a blockchain.

Denmark Could Tap Blockchain For Foreign Aid Delivery, Says Report

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 18:00

Denmark Could Tap Blockchain For Foreign Aid Delivery, Says Report Denmark's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has released a new report on the applicability of blockchain to foreign aid.

Yellowing Paper: What's Delaying a Crucial Ethereum Update?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 17:00

Yellowing Paper: What's Delaying a Crucial Ethereum Update? The paper that's meant to provide the rules for computers running ethereum's software is out of date, and agreeing an update may not be so easy.

Gibraltar to Launch License Scheme for Blockchain Startups

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 16:05

Gibraltar to Launch License Scheme for Blockchain Startups Gibraltar will publish guidance explaining how to apply its new blockchain legislation to startups on Friday.

Up 50%: Ripple's XRP Sets Price Record Amid Overstretched Rally

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 15:10

Up 50%: Ripple's XRP Sets Price Record Amid Overstretched Rally Ripple's XRP cryptocurrency is scaling new heights today, but the rally looks overbought, according to price chart analysis.

It's Time for Governments to Embrace Blockchain

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 14:00

It's Time for Governments to Embrace Blockchain Governments haven't typically been thought of as early blockchain adopters. That could soon change, writes IBM's Marie Wieck.

Bitcoin Looks Lower In Chase for 'Small Cap' Gains

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 13:00

Bitcoin Looks Lower In Chase for 'Small Cap' Gains Soon after an all-time-high above $17,630 on the CoinDesk's price index, bitcoin prices are starting to look towards sub-$16,000 levels.

Court Approves U.S. Extradition for Alleged BTC-e Operator

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 12:15

Court Approves U.S. Extradition for Alleged BTC-e Operator A Greek court has given the green light for the U.S. extradition of Alexander Vinnik, the alleged former operator of bitcoin exchange BTC-e.

Japanese Shipping Giant, IBM to Trial Blockchain in Cross-Border Trade

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 11:00

Japanese Shipping Giant, IBM to Trial Blockchain in Cross-Border Trade Japanese shipping firm Mitsui OSK Lines and partners including IBM are to undertake a blockchain trial aimed to streamline international trade flows.

India's Tax Department Raids Bitcoin Exchange Across the Country

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 10:00

India's Tax Department Raids Bitcoin Exchange Across the Country The Indian Income Tax Department has conducted raids at major bitcoin exchanges across the country seeking data on tax avoiding users.

India's Tax Department Collects User Data at Multiple Bitcoin Exchanges

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 10:00

India's Tax Department Collects User Data at Multiple Bitcoin Exchanges The Indian Income Tax Department has visited bitcoin exchanges across the country seeking data on tax avoiding users.

Out with the Old: Blockchain Requires a New Regulatory Approach

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 09:00

Out with the Old: Blockchain Requires a New Regulatory Approach What if an ICO is just an ICO? Eva Kaili argues regulations need more imaginative approaches to blockchain.

Out With the Old? Blockchain Requires a New Regulatory Approach

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 09:00

Out With the Old? Blockchain Requires a New Regulatory Approach What if an ICO is just an ICO? Eva Kaili argues regulations need more imaginative approaches to blockchain.

Walmart, JD.com Back Blockchain Food Tracking Effort in China

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 05:00

Walmart, JD.com Back Blockchain Food Tracking Effort in China Retail giants Walmart and JD.com are among several companies backing a new blockchain effort in China focused on food safety and traceability.

Plan B? Ethereum Innovators Are Reviving the Fight for Net Neutrality

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 02:05

Plan B? Ethereum Innovators Are Reviving the Fight for Net Neutrality There's a tech meetup at a dimly lit New York City bar, in many ways a common occurrence. But what's peculiar about this particular meetup is that other locations throughout the East Village are being connected to the bar's Wi-Fi-enabled node, allowing anyone in the area to not only piggyback off all the signals but […]

Ethereum Innovators Revive the Fight for Net Neutrality

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 14. 02:05

Ethereum Innovators Revive the Fight for Net Neutrality A tech meetup at a dimly lit New York City bar – so far, nothing out of the ordinary. But what's peculiar about this particular meetup is that other locations throughout the East Village are being connected to the bar's Wi-Fi-enabled node, allowing anyone in the area to not only piggyback off all the signals […]

2018's Big Question: Can Bitcoin Forks Deliver Value?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 23:00

2018's Big Question: Can Bitcoin Forks Deliver Value? Forking bitcoin was all the rage in 2017. In 2018, the question might be, what are we getting in return?

Saudi, UAE Central Banks Team Up to Test Cryptocurrency

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 22:15

Saudi, UAE Central Banks Team Up to Test Cryptocurrency The central banks of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are reportedly testing a new cryptocurrency for cross-border payments.

Fed Chair Yellen: Bitcoin Is a 'Highly Speculative Asset'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 21:00

Fed Chair Yellen: Bitcoin Is a 'Highly Speculative Asset' Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen called bitcoin a "highly speculative asset" during her final press conference today

South Korean Officials Weigh New Curbs on Bitcoin Trading

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 20:15

South Korean Officials Weigh New Curbs on Bitcoin Trading The South Korean government is considering a range of policy options in order to curb what it called an "overheating of virtual currency speculation."

Man Stole $1.8 Million in Ether After Armed Robbery, Prosecutors Say

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 19:00

Man Stole $1.8 Million in Ether After Armed Robbery, Prosecutors Say New York prosecutors have filed charges against a man alleged to have been involved in the theft of more than $1.8 million worth of ether.

Kickstarter ICO? Don't Count On It Says Crowdfunding Leader

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 18:00

Kickstarter ICO? Don't Count On It Says Crowdfunding Leader The company most widely associated with crowdfunding won't be shifting its business model to accommodate so-called initial coin offerings (ICOs).

Colu Mixes VC and ICO for $14.5 Million Fundraise

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 17:00

Colu Mixes VC and ICO for $14.5 Million Fundraise Blockchain startup Colu has secured $14.5 million in new funding from a major business group in Israel.

Patrick Byrne Mulls Overstock Sale to Fund New Blockchain Venture

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 16:00

Patrick Byrne Mulls Overstock Sale to Fund New Blockchain Venture Overstock CEO Patrick Byrne has partnered with a well-known economist on a new blockchain land registry venture.

Here Come the Bogus Bitcoin Scare Tactics

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 15:00

Here Come the Bogus Bitcoin Scare Tactics Fear, uncertainty and doubt are dominating the media, but Overstock's Steve Hopkins suggests talking points to counter the scaremongering.

Bitcoin Price Dilemma: Bull and Bear Paths in Play

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 14:00

Bitcoin Price Dilemma: Bull and Bear Paths in Play Bitcoin may be at all-time highs, but it's also at a potentially key crossroads for its price, chart data shows.

Uncle Sam's Surprise: Tax Reform to Impact Crypto Investors

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 13:15

Uncle Sam's Surprise: Tax Reform to Impact Crypto Investors New provisions in the upcoming tax reform bill could have several significant repercussions on crypto holders this tax season.

How Tax Reform Could Impact Crypto Investors

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 13:15

How Tax Reform Could Impact Crypto Investors New provisions in the upcoming tax reform bill could have several significant repercussions on crypto holders this tax season.

$750: The Ether Price Freight Train Has a New Target

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 12:45

$750: The Ether Price Freight Train Has a New Target The price of ether, ethereum's native token, hit a new all-time high of $686 today, and the price chart analysis suggests the rally could continue.

Facebook Messenger VP Joins Coinbase's Board of Directors

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 11:20

Facebook Messenger VP Joins Coinbase's Board of Directors David Marcus, vice president of messaging products at Facebook and ex-PayPal president, has joined the board of directors at Coinbase.

Japan's GMO Internet to Roll Out Bitcoin Payroll System

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 10:30

Japan's GMO Internet to Roll Out Bitcoin Payroll System Japanese internet giant GMO revealed yesterday that it soon allow staff to receive some of their salary in bitcoin.

Vanguard Taps Symbiont's Private Blockchain for Index Fund Data

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 09:45

Vanguard Taps Symbiont's Private Blockchain for Index Fund Data The partners say the blockchain technology speeds up data delivery from the index provider, removes the need for manual intervention and lowers risk.

Bitcoin Has Gone Mainstream. That's a Very Big Deal

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 09:00

Bitcoin Has Gone Mainstream. That's a Very Big Deal While we're still a long way from mass adoption, this is a moment of global awareness and dialogue that is opening up a wide array of possibilities.

Bitcoin Has Gone Mainstream. That's a Big Deal

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 09:00

Bitcoin Has Gone Mainstream. That's a Big Deal While we're still a long way from mass adoption, this is a moment of global awareness and dialogue that is opening up a wide array of possibilities.

Blockchain Startup LO3 Partners With Power Exchange

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 07:00

Blockchain Startup LO3 Partners With Power Exchange Linking local microgrids to wholesale markets will enable consumers to buy and sell surplus energy from neighbors or faraway strangers, the firms say.

Scratch That: CryptoKitties Isn't Ethereum's Vision for Apps

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 05:01

Scratch That: CryptoKitties Isn't Ethereum's Vision for Apps Ethereum's biggest success story isn't showcasing the full benefits of the platform, at least that's what its critics allege.

Scratch That: CryptoKitties Isn't Quite Ethereum's Vision for Apps

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 05:01

Scratch That: CryptoKitties Isn't Quite Ethereum's Vision for Apps Ethereum's biggest success story isn't showcasing the full benefits of the platform, at least that's what its critics allege.

CryptoKitties Isn't Quite Ethereum's Vision for Apps

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 05:01

CryptoKitties Isn't Quite Ethereum's Vision for Apps Ethereum's biggest success story isn't showcasing the full benefits of the platform, at least that's what its critics allege.

Victory Lap? 2017 Was Bitcoin's Backwards Year

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 02:45

Victory Lap? 2017 Was Bitcoin's Backwards Year 2017 was another bad year in bitcoin in the eyes of long-time industry observer Jim Harper, but he sees a silver lining at the end of the story.

Bitcoin Futures Codes: How to Read Them And What They Mean

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 13. 00:00

Bitcoin Futures Codes: How to Read Them And What They Mean So you want to trade bitcoin futures? First, learn the Chicago exchanges' highly counterintuitive naming system for monthly contracts.

Fake News? Former New Zealand Prime Minister Denies Investing in Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 22:20

Fake News? Former New Zealand Prime Minister Denies Investing in Bitcoin Former New Zealand Prime Minister John Key said he did not advise people to invest in bitcoin, as was stated in a post pretending to be the NZ Herald.

Crowdfunding Giant Indiegogo Opens to ICOs

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 20:40

Crowdfunding Giant Indiegogo Opens to ICOs Indiegogo is getting into the initial coin offering (ICO) game, seeking to become the "go-to" platform for the emerging market.

Mt Gox Creditors Want Bitcoin Exchange Taken Out of Bankruptcy

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 20:15

Mt Gox Creditors Want Bitcoin Exchange Taken Out of Bankruptcy A group of creditors of the defunct bitcoin exchange Mt Gox has filed a new court petition in an effort to prevent a possible billion-dollar payout to its CEO.

Trump Signs Defense Bill Authorizing Blockchain Study

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 18:40

Trump Signs Defense Bill Authorizing Blockchain Study President Donald Trump has signed a $700 billion military spending bill that includes a mandate for a blockchain cybersecurity research study.

Bitcoin Bulls Face 'Alt' Competition in Push to $20k

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 18:30

Bitcoin Bulls Face 'Alt' Competition in Push to $20k The price of bitcoin may be at all-time highs, but a wave of new investors could quickly tilt the market dynamic, analysis suggests.

Coinbase Halts Litecoin, Ether Trades as Prices Spike

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 17:40

Coinbase Halts Litecoin, Ether Trades as Prices Spike Digital currency startup Coinbase says it has paused trading for litecoin and ethereum.

CFTC Chair: Cryptocurrencies 'Unlike Any Commodity' Agency Has Seen

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 16:20

CFTC Chair: Cryptocurrencies 'Unlike Any Commodity' Agency Has Seen Cryptocurrencies have proven to be a unique challenge for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the agency's chairman has said.

Bitcoin Investing: A 10,000-Year View

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 14:45

Bitcoin Investing: A 10,000-Year View Far from a bubble, bitcoin is on the path to becoming a significant part of global money supply, according to trader and analyst Willy Woo.

Bitcoin Isn't Sapping Demand for Gold, Says Goldman Sachs Exec

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 14:00

Bitcoin Isn't Sapping Demand for Gold, Says Goldman Sachs Exec A Goldman Sachs executive has said there is "no evidence" that bitcoin's price gains have reduced demand for gold.

Blockchain's Big Year: Competitive Job Market Grows More Than 200%

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 13:30

Blockchain's Big Year: Competitive Job Market Grows More Than 200% The number of blockchain jobs posted this year increased by 207 percent, according to data provided to CoinDesk from Indeed.com.

Blockchain's Boom Year: Job Market Grows 200%

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 13:30

Blockchain's Boom Year: Job Market Grows 200% The number of blockchain jobs posted this year increased by 207 percent, according to data provided to CoinDesk from Indeed.com.

Over $300? Pullback Likely for Surging Litecoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 13:00

Over $300? Pullback Likely for Surging Litecoin New users are crowding into the litecoin market, driving up one of the market's oldest and most accessible assets.

Crypto Fund Bitwise Raises $4 Million in VC Funding

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 12:00

Crypto Fund Bitwise Raises $4 Million in VC Funding Cryptocurrency investment firm Bitwise has raised $4 million in seed funding as it launches a new fund for digital assets.

No Stopping? After New High, Bitcoin Price Eyes $20k

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 11:15

No Stopping? After New High, Bitcoin Price Eyes $20k Following yesterday's all-time high, bitcoin bulls look set to push prices as high as $20,000 over the next few days.

New Self-Regulatory Body Aims to Develop ICO Standards

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 10:00

New Self-Regulatory Body Aims to Develop ICO Standards Blockchain platform Waves is founding a self-regulatory body to set standards for initial coin offerings and the blockchain industry.

2018 Will Be Another Growth Year for Blockchain

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 09:00

2018 Will Be Another Growth Year for Blockchain Think 2017 was a fluke? Not according to blockchain advisor Oliver Bussmann who makes the case next year will see further growth.

2018: Another Growth Year for Blockchain

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 09:00

2018: Another Growth Year for Blockchain Think 2017 was a fluke? Not according to blockchain advisor Oliver Bussmann who makes the case next year will see further growth.

Hong Kong Regulator Issues Warning on Unregulated Bitcoin Futures

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 06:00

Hong Kong Regulator Issues Warning on Unregulated Bitcoin Futures A Hong Kong finance regulator has published a new circular on bitcoin futures contracts and other cryptocurrency-related investment products.

Hong Kong Regulator Issues Warning on Bitcoin Futures

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 06:00

Hong Kong Regulator Issues Warning on Bitcoin Futures A Hong Kong finance regulator has published a new circular on bitcoin futures contracts and other cryptocurrency-related investment products.

2017: The 'Butt' of Bitcoin's Joke

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 04:00

2017: The 'Butt' of Bitcoin's Joke Sanity? You weren't going to find it in the crypto world in 2017 according to author David Gerard. Insanity, though, there's plenty to go around...

'According to Plan': CBOE Bullish on First Day of Bitcoin Futures Trading

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 12. 01:05

'According to Plan': CBOE Bullish on First Day of Bitcoin Futures Trading The first day of trading for CBOE's bitcoin futures contracts is over and the day largely went according to plan, according to its CEO.

PlexCoin Founder Gets Jail Time, Fine on Contempt Charge

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 21:45

PlexCoin Founder Gets Jail Time, Fine on Contempt Charge U.S. and Canadian authorities appear determined to make an example of an ICO believed to have raised $15 million.

Bitcoin Price Back Above $17k to Set New All-Time High

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 20:48

Bitcoin Price Back Above $17k to Set New All-Time High The price of bitcoin has pushed back above $17,000, hitting a new all-time high on CoinDesk's Bitcoin Price Index (BPI)

Understanding Futures: A Primer for Bitcoiners

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 20:15

Understanding Futures: A Primer for Bitcoiners You may be able to trade the bitcoin cash market anonymously, but you cannot do the same with futures.

CBOE CEO Blasts 'Uncalled For' Bitcoin Futures Critiques

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 18:40

CBOE CEO Blasts 'Uncalled For' Bitcoin Futures Critiques CBOE's chief executive is pushing back at suggestions that the exchange's newly-launched bitcoin futures market was hastily done.

SEC Halts Multimillion-Dollar 'Munchee' ICO for Securities Violations

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 16:40

SEC Halts Multimillion-Dollar 'Munchee' ICO for Securities Violations A California-based company has refunded a $15 million initial coin offering following an investigation by the SEC.

New Bitcoin ETF Filings Follow CBOE Futures Debut

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 16:00

New Bitcoin ETF Filings Follow CBOE Futures Debut Public filings suggest that the launch of bitcoin futures products has renewed a push to create exchange-traded funds tied to the cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin Gold Defies Gravity, But Price Rally Looks Weak

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 15:00

Bitcoin Gold Defies Gravity, But Price Rally Looks Weak Bitcoin gold is well bid today, but chart analysis suggests the upturn in prices may be ephemeral.

Pantera Invests $3 Million in Sharing Economy Token Origin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 14:30

Pantera Invests $3 Million in Sharing Economy Token Origin Decentralizing Airbnb? A new blockchain protocol aims to disrupt nothing less than the entirety of the sharing economy.

BitGo Scores $43 Million as Crypto Goes Corporate

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 14:00

BitGo Scores $43 Million as Crypto Goes Corporate The maker of multi-signature cryptocurrency wallets turned profitable this year, as the institutional user base it had long courted finally arrived.

Fork policy

Bitbargain.com

2017. Dec. 11. 13:02

Fork policy BCH / Bitcash: BCH wallet balances credited to sellers active at the time of fork who had at least 0.01 BTC.BTG / Bitgold: BTG is sent to sellers who request it who had at least 0.01 BTC balance at the time of fork. Limit to apply 1/Jan/2018 00:00 UTC.Other / future coins: no longer credited or sent.

If you need coins from any future forks, please make sure to withdraw your BTC (or other coin) in time. Remember, you are not supposed to store coins on BitBargain in the first place unless you are planning to sell them within 24 hours.

We reserve the right to use any coins created from the fork as we see fit (not touching it, selling it and crediting BTC, distributing to users in part or in full or not at all, charity or anything else).   

Futures Launch Puts Record Bitcoin Highs Back in Play

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 13:00

Futures Launch Puts Record Bitcoin Highs Back in Play Having landed on Wall Street with a bang, bitcoin is solidly bid and looks set to scale new heights.

UBS to Launch Live Ethereum Platform with Barclays, Credit Suisse and More

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 12:00

UBS to Launch Live Ethereum Platform with Barclays, Credit Suisse and More Swiss banking giant UBS and a group of major banks plan to launch a live application later this month using the ethereum blockchain.

UBS to Launch Live Ethereum Compliance Platform

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 12:00

UBS to Launch Live Ethereum Compliance Platform Swiss banking giant UBS and a group of major banks plan to launch a live application later this month using the ethereum blockchain.

Parity Proposes Hard Fork to Reclaim Frozen $160 Million

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 11:10

Parity Proposes Hard Fork to Reclaim Frozen $160 Million Parity Technologies has just released a proposal for reclaiming the millions in ether frozen last month due to a fault in its code.

Parity Urges 'Rescue' Fork to Reclaim Frozen Millions

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 11:10

Parity Urges 'Rescue' Fork to Reclaim Frozen Millions Parity Technologies has just released a proposal for reclaiming the millions in ether frozen last month due to a fault in its code.

South Korean NH Bank Joins R3 Distributed Ledger Consortium

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 10:00

South Korean NH Bank Joins R3 Distributed Ledger Consortium South Korea's NongHyup Bank has joined the R3 distributed ledger consortium, saying it will launch a pilot blockchain project.

France Gives Go-Ahead for Blockchain Trading of Unlisted Securities

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 09:00

France Gives Go-Ahead for Blockchain Trading of Unlisted Securities The French government has given the official nod for trading unlisted securities using blockchain technology.

France Approves Blockchain Trading of Unlisted Securities

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 09:00

France Approves Blockchain Trading of Unlisted Securities The French government has given the official nod for trading unlisted securities using blockchain technology.

SEC Official: Cryptocurrency Investment Funds Raise Questions

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 07:00

SEC Official: Cryptocurrency Investment Funds Raise Questions The head of the SEC's investment management office said the agency is weighing questions related to funds that plan to hold cryptocurrencies.

Gibraltar Bill Passage Paves Way for Blockchain Regulations

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 05:01

Gibraltar Bill Passage Paves Way for Blockchain Regulations Lawmakers in Gibraltar approved a piece of legislation last week that fits into the government's broader plans for blockchain.

Deutsche Bank: Blockchain Opportunities Are 'Huge'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 03:00

Deutsche Bank: Blockchain Opportunities Are 'Huge' A presentation by the bank's wealth management execs declared that blockchain technology has a lot of potential, but was lukewarm of cryptocurrencies.

Bitcoin Futures Launch Sees Price Spike as CBOE Website Crashes

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 00:21

Bitcoin Futures Launch Sees Price Spike as CBOE Website Crashes The CBOE's website became unavailable just as it launched its first bitcoin futures contracts on Sunday.

Bitcoin Futures Open Sees Price Spike, CBOE Crash

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 11. 00:21

Bitcoin Futures Open Sees Price Spike, CBOE Crash The CBOE's website became unavailable just as it launched its first bitcoin futures contracts on Sunday.

Bitcoin Futures Launch Could Rekindle Push for ETF, CBOE Says

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 10. 22:56

Bitcoin Futures Launch Could Rekindle Push for ETF, CBOE Says Cboe may use information gleaned from futures trading to make a case to the Securities and Exchange Commission to allow bitcoin-linked ETF.

Bitcoin Futures Launch Could Revive ETF Push, CBOE Says

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 10. 22:56

Bitcoin Futures Launch Could Revive ETF Push, CBOE Says Cboe may use information gleaned from futures trading to make a case to the Securities and Exchange Commission to allow bitcoin-linked ETF.

How Forks Might Help Bitcoin Reach Its True Destination

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 10. 10:40

How Forks Might Help Bitcoin Reach Its True Destination Forks offer ideological leaders the chance to put their ideas on improving protocols into practice without getting bogged down in endless bickering.

Bitcoin Drops to $13k in Red Day for Crypto Markets

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 10. 04:30

Bitcoin Drops to $13k in Red Day for Crypto Markets Days before a major futures product launch, bitcoin suffered heavy losses Saturday, a trend that so far appears to be continuing into Sunday.

Lightning: The Bitcoin Scaling Tech You Really Should Know

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 09. 10:45

Lightning: The Bitcoin Scaling Tech You Really Should Know One of the most talked about technologies in development for bitcoin is the Lightning Network. But what does it do, and when might it be ready?

The Hidden Trade-Offs of ICOs for Entrepreneurs

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 09. 10:00

The Hidden Trade-Offs of ICOs for Entrepreneurs Utility token ICOs are not equity, but sellers may still be giving up more value than they realize if they go down that path.

Zcash Sets Roadmap for Blockchain Upgrades in 2018

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 22:45

Zcash Sets Roadmap for Blockchain Upgrades in 2018 The zcash development team is planning a series of network upgrades for next year, according to a roadmap published today.

Circle's CENTRE Raises $20 Million in SAFT Sale

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 20:10

Circle's CENTRE Raises $20 Million in SAFT Sale Circle has raised $20 million in a Simple Agreement for Future Tokens (SAFT) sale for its ethereum-based "CENTRE" payments network.

New ViaBTC Exchange to Use Bitcoin Cash as Base Trading Pair

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 19:25

New ViaBTC Exchange to Use Bitcoin Cash as Base Trading Pair Mining pool ViaBTC is launching a new cryptocurrency exchange based in the U.K., the company announced today.

Major Gold Dealer APMEX Begins Accepting Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 18:15

Major Gold Dealer APMEX Begins Accepting Bitcoin One of the largest online gold dealers has announced that it will begin accepting bitcoin.

Craigslist Sellers Can Now Request Cryptocurrency Payments

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 17:15

Craigslist Sellers Can Now Request Cryptocurrency Payments Online classifieds marketplace Craigslist has added a feature that lets users specify that they accept cryptocurrency payments.

Bull Trap? Bitcoin Cash Price Is Up, But Gains May Be Short-Lived

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 15:15

Bull Trap? Bitcoin Cash Price Is Up, But Gains May Be Short-Lived Bitcoin cash (BCH) is well bid today, but a close look at the numbers indicates the positive move could be deceptive.

Microlending Trends As Startups Look to Blockchain for Loans

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 14:00

Microlending Trends As Startups Look to Blockchain for Loans Blockchain is now being touted as a way to revive a long-promised method of boosting financial access for the underbanked.

Microlending Startups Look to Blockchain for Loans

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 14:00

Microlending Startups Look to Blockchain for Loans Blockchain is now being touted as a way to revive a long-promised method of boosting financial access for the underbanked.

Australian Finance Watchdog to Monitor Bitcoin Exchanges

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 13:30

Australian Finance Watchdog to Monitor Bitcoin Exchanges The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre has received the go-ahead to monitor bitcoin exchanges after the passing of a new bill.

Bitcoin Dips Below $15k on Weak Afternoon Trading

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 13:00

Bitcoin Dips Below $15k on Weak Afternoon Trading Bitcoin was among the worst performing assets in the 6:00 UTC to 12:00 UTC trading session on Friday

Correction Coming? Bitcoin Retreats After $17k High

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 12:00

Correction Coming? Bitcoin Retreats After $17k High Bitcoin prices are taking a hit in the early U.S. session today, after a record spike to over $17,000 yesterday.

Credit Union Trade Body NAFCU Joins Enterprise Ethereum Alliance

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 11:00

Credit Union Trade Body NAFCU Joins Enterprise Ethereum Alliance The National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions has become the latest member of the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance.

High Bitcoin Prices Spiking Demand for Washington's Cheap Electricity

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 10:00

High Bitcoin Prices Spiking Demand for Washington's Cheap Electricity The Central Washington region of the U.S. has reported surging demand from bitcoin miners for its cheap hydropower as price gains continue.

Bitcoin Prices Spark Demand for Washington's Cheap Electricity

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 10:00

Bitcoin Prices Spark Demand for Washington's Cheap Electricity The Central Washington region of the U.S. has reported surging demand from bitcoin miners for its cheap hydropower as price gains continue.

The Blockchain Token Velocity Problem

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 09:00

The Blockchain Token Velocity Problem Most utility tokens don’t provide a compelling reason for users to hold the token for more than a few seconds. And that's a problem for its value.

Huobi, SBI Announce Plan for Japanese Bitcoin Exchanges

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 07:00

Huobi, SBI Announce Plan for Japanese Bitcoin Exchanges Cryptocurrency exchange Huobi and financial services giant SBI Group are partnering to launch a pair of Asia-based digital exchanges.

The Threat of Bitcoin Futures

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 05:00

The Threat of Bitcoin Futures Should the prospect of regulated futures trading be pushing up the bitcoin price? CoinDesk's Noelle Acheson isn't quite so sure.

Report: Bitcoin Derivatives Banned By South Korean Government

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 08. 03:01

Report: Bitcoin Derivatives Banned By South Korean Government Regulators in South Korea have reportedly banned the trade of futures contracts and other derivatives tied to bitcoin.

NiceHash CEO Confirms Bitcoin Theft Worth $78 Million

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 22:40

NiceHash CEO Confirms Bitcoin Theft Worth $78 Million Cryptocurrency mining marketplace NiceHash has confirmed that yesterday’s hack resulted in the loss of over 4,700 BTC.

The Bulgarian Government Is Sitting on $3 Billion in Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 20:10

The Bulgarian Government Is Sitting on $3 Billion in Bitcoin Bulgarian authorities seized more than 200,000 bitcoins from criminals back in May, an amount which now has a total value of more than $3 billion.

Playkey ICO Raises $10.5 Million for Cloud-Powered Gaming

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 19:16

Playkey ICO Raises $10.5 Million for Cloud-Powered Gaming By decentralizing, this cloud-gaming company based in Russia aims to expand into the U.S. and Asia.

Apple Patent Filing Hints at Blockchain Use

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 17:35

Apple Patent Filing Hints at Blockchain Use In a new application released by the USPTO, Apple describes how it might use a blockchain-based platform to generate and secure timestamps.

As Bitcoin Soars, Prices Diverge Wildly Across Exchanges

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 16:23

As Bitcoin Soars, Prices Diverge Wildly Across Exchanges The world's largest bitcoin exchanges are reporting significantly varying prices as the cryptocurrency's price soars to new all-time highs.

Futures Industry Association Blasts New Bitcoin Derivatives

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 16:15

Futures Industry Association Blasts New Bitcoin Derivatives In an open letter to the CFTC, Futures Trading Association CEO Walt Lukken has expressed concerns about who would insure bitcoin futures contracts.

Moving Up: IOTA Overtakes Ripple, Finds New Price Base

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 14:35

Moving Up: IOTA Overtakes Ripple, Finds New Price Base Having leapt up to fourth place in the cryptocurrency rankings, IOTA's prices are today witnessing what is a likely short-term slump.

Cat Fight? Ethereum Users Clash Over CryptoKitties Congestion

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 13:30

Cat Fight? Ethereum Users Clash Over CryptoKitties Congestion As the popularity of CryptoKitties continues to strain ethereum, frustrated users are calling for a quick fix – an increase to the gas limit.

Cat Fight? Ethereum Users Clash Over CryptoKitties

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 13:30

Cat Fight? Ethereum Users Clash Over CryptoKitties As the popularity of CryptoKitties continues to strain ethereum, frustrated users are calling for a quick fix – an increase to the gas limit.

$15,000: Is There a Limit to Bitcoin's Meteoric Rally?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 12:15

$15,000: Is There a Limit to Bitcoin's Meteoric Rally? Bitcoin's stellar run continues with prices leaping one major psychological hurdle after another, and chart analysis suggests the gains may continue.

Alan Greenspan Likens 'Irrational' Bitcoin to Civil War Currency

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 11:10

Alan Greenspan Likens 'Irrational' Bitcoin to Civil War Currency The former chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve, Alan Greenspan, has joined the many financial luminaries to recently criticize bitcoin's value.

Greenspan Likens 'Irrational' Bitcoin to Revolutionary War Currency

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 11:10

Greenspan Likens 'Irrational' Bitcoin to Revolutionary War Currency The former chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve, Alan Greenspan, has joined the many financial luminaries to recently criticize bitcoin's value.

Former Mastercard Executive Joins CULedger Consortium as CEO

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 10:01

Former Mastercard Executive Joins CULedger Consortium as CEO CULedger, a consortium of credit unions developing distributed ledger technology systems, has announced the appointment of a new CEO.

Steam Drops Bitcoin Payments Citing High Fees and Price Volatility

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 09:00

Steam Drops Bitcoin Payments Citing High Fees and Price Volatility The popular online gaming platform Steam is dropping its bitcoin payments option more than a year after it first began accepting the cryptocurrency.

Blythe Masters: ASX Blockchain Embrace 'Precedent Setting'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 07:00

Blythe Masters: ASX Blockchain Embrace 'Precedent Setting' Blythe Masters discusses the potential impact of the ASX decision to implement her company's distributed ledger solution.

Austrian Government Backs New Blockchain Research Institute

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 05:00

Austrian Government Backs New Blockchain Research Institute The Austrian government is throwing its weight behind a new blockchain research effort aimed at developing business applications of the technology.

Bank of America Wins Patent for Crypto Exchange System

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 03:00

Bank of America Wins Patent for Crypto Exchange System In a patent awarded Tuesday, the second-largest bank in the U.S. describes a potential cryptocurrency exchange system for its corporate clients.

Bitcoin Up $2k on Day as Market Nears $400 Billion

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 07. 01:55

Bitcoin Up $2k on Day as Market Nears $400 Billion The price of bitcoin continued to show gains on Wednesday, defying critics to set a new all-time high on a stellar night-time trading session.

ASX Says Yes: Stock Exchange to Use DLT to Settle Trades

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 22:21

ASX Says Yes: Stock Exchange to Use DLT to Settle Trades After months of testing and deliberation, ASX has confirmed that it will replace its CHESS post-trade system with DLT developed by Digital Asset.

ASX Says Yes: Stock Market to Settle Trades with DLT

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 22:21

ASX Says Yes: Stock Market to Settle Trades with DLT After months of testing and deliberation, ASX has confirmed that it will replace its CHESS post-trade system with DLT developed by Digital Asset.

$62 Million Gone? Cryptocurrency Mining Market NiceHash Hacked

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 20:40

$62 Million Gone? Cryptocurrency Mining Market NiceHash Hacked The cryptocurrency mining marketplace NiceHash has been hacked, the team behind it said in a newly released statement.

Cryptocurrency Mining Market NiceHash Hacked

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 20:40

Cryptocurrency Mining Market NiceHash Hacked The cryptocurrency mining marketplace NiceHash has been hacked, the team behind it said in a newly released statement.

Bitcoin's Price Shoots Past $13,000 to Reach New All-Time High

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 19:42

Bitcoin's Price Shoots Past $13,000 to Reach New All-Time High The price of bitcoin has broken to yet another all-time high today, crossing the $13,000 line for the first time.

Bitcoin's Price Passes $13k in New All-Time High

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 19:42

Bitcoin's Price Passes $13k in New All-Time High The price of bitcoin has broken to yet another all-time high today, crossing the $13,000 line for the first time.

$10k in Bitcoin for 10 Years? Ron Paul Fans Pick Crypto Over Gold

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 19:30

$10k in Bitcoin for 10 Years? Ron Paul Fans Pick Crypto Over Gold Ron Paul wants to know: would you take $10,000 in bitcoin, cash or something else?

AngelList's Naval Ravikant: Bitcoin Solves 'Money Problems'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 18:00

AngelList's Naval Ravikant: Bitcoin Solves 'Money Problems' During Token Summit II, AngelList co-founder Naval Ravikant waved off talk of a bubble, saying cryptocurrency solves many people's money problems.

Naval Ravikant: Bitcoin Solves 'Money Problems'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 18:00

Naval Ravikant: Bitcoin Solves 'Money Problems' During Token Summit II, AngelList co-founder Naval Ravikant waved off talk of a bubble, saying cryptocurrency solve people's money problems.

Lightning at Last? Test Shows Bitcoin Scaling Solution Almost Ready

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 17:00

Lightning at Last? Test Shows Bitcoin Scaling Solution Almost Ready Bitcoin's most anticipated scaling solution took a big step forward Tuesday with the presentation of new test results.

Lightning At Last? Bitcoin Scaling Layer Almost Ready

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 17:00

Lightning At Last? Bitcoin Scaling Layer Almost Ready Bitcoin's most anticipated scaling solution took a big step forward Tuesday with the presentation of new test results.

Encyclopedia Blockchainica: Wikipedia Co-Founder to Disrupt His Own Creation

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 17:00

Encyclopedia Blockchainica: Wikipedia Co-Founder to Disrupt His Own Creation A co-founder of Wikipedia doesn't like what Wikipedia has become. Dr. Larry Sanger has been an outspoken critic of the online encyclopedia he helped found for some time, but his latest move, joining venture-backed startup Everipedia as its chief information officer shows just how serious he is about disrupting the model. Revealed today alongside news […]

Mexican Lawmakers Advance Bill to Regulate Bitcoin, Fintech Firms

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 16:00

Mexican Lawmakers Advance Bill to Regulate Bitcoin, Fintech Firms The upper chamber of Mexico's national legislature has approved a bill that would bring bitcoin exchanges under the oversight of the central bank.

Mobile Banking App Revolut Adds Litecoin, Ether Trading

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 14:45

Mobile Banking App Revolut Adds Litecoin, Ether Trading Revolut's mobile app, which allows users to make payments using a debit card or bitcoin, is adding support for litecoin and ethereum.

$12,795: Bitcoin's Price Just Gained Over $1,000 in 24 Hours

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 13:47

$12,795: Bitcoin's Price Just Gained Over $1,000 in 24 Hours The price of bitcoin passed the $12,000 mark for the first time ever last night, and has now gained over $1,000 in less than 24 hours.

Bitcoin's Price Just Jumped $1,000 in 24 Hours

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 13:47

Bitcoin's Price Just Jumped $1,000 in 24 Hours The price of bitcoin passed the $12,000 mark for the first time ever last night, and has now gained over $1,000 in less than 24 hours.

Australia's CommBank Plans to Issue a Bond on the Blockchain

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 13:00

Australia's CommBank Plans to Issue a Bond on the Blockchain The Commonwealth Bank of Australia has revealed a plan to issue a bond over a blockchain system in collaboration with a major world issuer.

Coders Beware: Licensing Issues Abound for Ethereum Apps

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 12:01

Coders Beware: Licensing Issues Abound for Ethereum Apps Lawyers take a look at the challenges involved in using ethereum's open-source code, and what they claim are its potential pitfalls.

Coders Beware: Licensing Issues Abound for Ether Apps

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 12:01

Coders Beware: Licensing Issues Abound for Ether Apps Lawyers take a look at the challenges involved in using ethereum's open-source code, and what they claim are its potential pitfalls.

Indonesia's Central Bank Mulls Bitcoin Payments Ban

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 11:10

Indonesia's Central Bank Mulls Bitcoin Payments Ban Indonesia's central bank has revealed is considering regulations that would outlaw bitcoin transactions from 2018.

MUFG, NTT Data Trial Blockchain for Cross-Border Trade

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 10:00

MUFG, NTT Data Trial Blockchain for Cross-Border Trade MUFG and NTT Data are collaborating on a blockchain proof-of-concept aimed to foster trade between Singapore and Japan.

The Next CryptoKitties? The Blockchain Might Not Be Ready

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 09:00

The Next CryptoKitties? The Blockchain Might Not Be Ready The success of one cat-friendly app withstanding, the leading event in the token sector saw high-level discussion of industry pain points.

Nokia Trials Blockchain in Bid to Secure Health Data

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 07:00

Nokia Trials Blockchain in Bid to Secure Health Data Finnish communications giant Nokia has announced a new blockchain pilot aimed at developing new ways to store healthcare data.

India's Central Bank Sounds the Alarm (Again) on Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 05:00

India's Central Bank Sounds the Alarm (Again) on Bitcoin The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a new warning on cryptocurrencies, the second time this year the central bank has done so.

$12,000 and Rising: Bitcoin's Price Hits New All-Time High

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 06. 03:10

$12,000 and Rising: Bitcoin's Price Hits New All-Time High The price of bitcoin has risen above $12,000 for the first time.

'All-You-Can-Fly' Airline Begins Accepting Bitcoin and Ether

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 23:00

'All-You-Can-Fly' Airline Begins Accepting Bitcoin and Ether Surf Air will accept bitcoin and ethereum to pay for its tickets going forward.

Teams and Products Aren't the Only Way to Weigh Tokens, Says Ehrsam

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 22:00

Teams and Products Aren't the Only Way to Weigh Tokens, Says Ehrsam The investor and co-founder of Coinbase shares his thoughts on evaluating tokens in today's crowded market.

A Missouri Lawmaker Wants to Ban Blockchain Gun Tracking

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 20:45

A Missouri Lawmaker Wants to Ban Blockchain Gun Tracking A bill introduced in Missouri would make it illegal (in most cases) to track firearms using a blockchain-based platform.

Token Summit Surprise: OpenBazaar to Launch Layer-Two Coin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 19:17

Token Summit Surprise: OpenBazaar to Launch Layer-Two Coin OB1, the development team behind OpenBazaar, has announced its plans to launch a new token.

Token Summit Surprise: OpenBazaar to Launch New Coin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 19:17

Token Summit Surprise: OpenBazaar to Launch New Coin OB1, the development team behind OpenBazaar, has announced its plans to launch a new token.

ICO Delayed by Ethereum's CryptoKitties Congestion

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 18:00

ICO Delayed by Ethereum's CryptoKitties Congestion At least one ICO organizer is hitting pause as ethereum's CryptoKitties app goes viral.

'More Bang for Less Byte': ICOs Confront Growing Pains

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 17:00

'More Bang for Less Byte': ICOs Confront Growing Pains If the opening reception at Token Summit II was any indication, the ICO market is still brimming with enthusiasm, but struggling to figure itself out.

Tokyo Financial Exchange Planning Bitcoin Futures Launch

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 16:15

Tokyo Financial Exchange Planning Bitcoin Futures Launch A futures exchange in Tokyo is reportedly taking the first steps toward launching bitcoin-related products.

Detroit Bitcoin Trader Gets Jail Time for Unlicensed Money Business

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 15:20

Detroit Bitcoin Trader Gets Jail Time for Unlicensed Money Business A Detroit bitcoin trader was sentenced Monday to 366 days in jail for operating an unlicensed money services business.

$240: Monero Prices Hit Record High and Could Climb Further

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 14:20

$240: Monero Prices Hit Record High and Could Climb Further Prices of the privacy-focused cryptocurrency monero are at an all-time high and could keep on climbing, chart analysis indicates.

R3's Corda Platform Launches on Amazon Web Services

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 13:10

R3's Corda Platform Launches on Amazon Web Services Consortium startup R3 has launched its Corda distributed ledger platform on the Amazon Web Services marketplace.

Adrenaline Rush Over? Bitcoin Eyes $12,000, But Correction Possible

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 12:30

Adrenaline Rush Over? Bitcoin Eyes $12,000, But Correction Possible Bitcoin may soon move to fresh all-time highs above $12,000, but there are still signs of a possible correction ahead.

Overbought? Bitcoin Eyes $12k, But Correction Possible

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 12:30

Overbought? Bitcoin Eyes $12k, But Correction Possible Bitcoin may soon move to fresh all-time highs above $12,000, but there are still signs of a possible correction ahead.

Now You Can Buy Mariah Carey and G-Eazy Albums with Monero

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 11:49

Now You Can Buy Mariah Carey and G-Eazy Albums with Monero A group of well-known musicians including Mariah Carey, Marilyn Manson and others has begun accepting the privacy-oriented cryptocurrency monero.

G-Eazy, Mariah and More to Sell Albums for Monero

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 11:49

G-Eazy, Mariah and More to Sell Albums for Monero A group of well-known musicians including Mariah Carey, Marilyn Manson and others has begun accepting the privacy-oriented cryptocurrency monero.

PetroBLOQ Becomes Latest Member of Enterprise Ethereum Alliance

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 11:00

PetroBLOQ Becomes Latest Member of Enterprise Ethereum Alliance Oil and gas supply chain management platform PetroBLOQ has joined the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance.

PayPal's Max Levchin: Blockchain Is 'Brilliant' But I'm Undecided on Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 10:00

PayPal's Max Levchin: Blockchain Is 'Brilliant' But I'm Undecided on Bitcoin Max Levchin, co-founder of PayPal, has revealed that he is a big fan of blockchain technology, but is still "not sure" about bitcoin.

PayPal's Max Levchin: Blockchain 'Brilliant' But Undecided on Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 10:00

PayPal's Max Levchin: Blockchain 'Brilliant' But Undecided on Bitcoin Max Levchin, co-founder of PayPal, has revealed that he is a big fan of blockchain technology, but is still "not sure" about bitcoin.

Bitcoin Futures: Make Way for a New Kind of Whale

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 09:00

Bitcoin Futures: Make Way for a New Kind of Whale A rude awakening? That might be what's in store for the bitcoin market's so-called whales according to trader Lanre Sarumi.

UBS Seeks IP Protection for Smart Contract Blockchain Validation

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 06:35

UBS Seeks IP Protection for Smart Contract Blockchain Validation In a patent application released by the USPTO, money manager UBS indicated it was considering using smart contracts to validate transactions.

One Marshmallow Now, or Two Bitcoins in 15 Minutes?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 05. 05:05

One Marshmallow Now, or Two Bitcoins in 15 Minutes? Bitcoin has taught its early adopters the value of delayed gratification, giving the lie to the old saw that cryptocurrency serves no social purpose.

Bitfinex Hires Law Firm to Challenge Critics

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 22:30

Bitfinex Hires Law Firm to Challenge Critics Bitfinex has hired white-shoe law firm Steptoe & Johnson and said it may sue a pseudonymous blogger who has accused the bitcoin exchange of fraud.

Alleged ICO Fraudster Pleads Not Guilty in New York Court

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 21:45

Alleged ICO Fraudster Pleads Not Guilty in New York Court A New York businessman charged with defrauding investors in two initial coin offerings (ICOs) plead not guilty in court last week.

Moscow Government Open-Sources Blockchain Voting Tool

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 20:30

Moscow Government Open-Sources Blockchain Voting Tool The government of Moscow is pushing ahead with plans to test blockchain for use in its municipal elections.

Loveable Digital Kittens Are Clogging Ethereum's Blockchain

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 19:00

Loveable Digital Kittens Are Clogging Ethereum's Blockchain Can a crypto app be too easy and fun? That might be the case on ethereum, where one project is proving so popular it's putting pressure on the network's technology. Best thought of as a decentralized Tamagotchi, CryptoKitties appears to be striking a nerve with new users, making ethereum fun and accessible to those who aren't in […]

Loveable Digital Kittens Are Clogging Ethereum

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 19:00

Loveable Digital Kittens Are Clogging Ethereum Can a crypto app be too easy and fun? That might be the case on ethereum, where one project is proving so popular it's putting pressure on the network's technology. Best thought of as a decentralized Tamagotchi, CryptoKitties appears to be striking a nerve with new users, making ethereum fun and accessible to those who aren't in […]

Blockchains Are Forever? Diamond Giant De Beers Unveils DLT Strategy

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 17:51

Blockchains Are Forever? Diamond Giant De Beers Unveils DLT Strategy One of the world's most well-known diamond companies is getting into blockchain by investing in an asset tracking platform.

CBOE to Begin Bitcoin Futures Trading December 10

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 16:40

CBOE to Begin Bitcoin Futures Trading December 10 The Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) has announced that its planned bitcoin futures product will begin trading on Dec. 10.

Bitcoin Spin-Offs Caught in a Bull-Bear Tug Of War

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 15:32

Bitcoin Spin-Offs Caught in a Bull-Bear Tug Of War Bitcoin's recently forked spin-offs bitcoin cash and bitcoin gold are caught up in battles between the bulls and bears. But which side will win out?

SEC Files Fraud Charges Against ICO Organizer

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 14:35

SEC Files Fraud Charges Against ICO Organizer The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has filed charges against two organizers of a $15 million initial coin offering.

USV, Winklevoss Bros Invest in Blockstack's $50 Million ICO

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 14:09

USV, Winklevoss Bros Invest in Blockstack's $50 Million ICO Decentralized web developer Blockstack has revealed that it raised $50 million in an initial coin offering that saw notable investors participate.

USV, Winklevoss Bros Invest in $50 Million Blockstack ICO

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 14:09

USV, Winklevoss Bros Invest in $50 Million Blockstack ICO Decentralized web developer Blockstack has revealed that it raised $50 million in an initial coin offering that saw notable investors participate.

Closing China's Bitcoin Exchanges Was the Right Move, Says PBoC Official

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 13:00

Closing China's Bitcoin Exchanges Was the Right Move, Says PBoC Official The vice governor of the People's Bank of China has said that regulators took the right decision in banning ICOs and closing cryptocurrency exchanges.

Looking Heavy: Bitcoin Price Eyes Correction After New Record High

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 12:00

Looking Heavy: Bitcoin Price Eyes Correction After New Record High Despite having clocked a new lifetime high of $11,831 yesterday, bitcoin prices could be on the verge of a pullback.

Looking Heavy? Bitcoin Eyes Correction After New High

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 12:00

Looking Heavy? Bitcoin Eyes Correction After New High Despite having clocked a new lifetime high of $11,831 yesterday, bitcoin prices could be on the verge of a pullback.

Polychain Capital CEO: Bitcoin Is a 'Breakthrough Technology'

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 11:00

Polychain Capital CEO: Bitcoin Is a 'Breakthrough Technology' Olaf Carlson-Wee, founder and CEO of Polychain Capital, has said that bitcoin is a "breakthrough technology," and perhaps bigger than the internet.

The Ukrainian Central Bank Is Expanding Its Blockchain Team

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 10:00

The Ukrainian Central Bank Is Expanding Its Blockchain Team Ukraine's central bank has expanded the group of people working to move the country's national currency to a blockchain.

Forget Token Sales? The Father of the ICO Is All About Identity Now

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 09:00

Forget Token Sales? The Father of the ICO Is All About Identity Now The developer who created the core technology behind thousands of initial coin offerings is now focusing on a standard for identity.

The Father of the ICO Is All About Identity Now

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 09:00

The Father of the ICO Is All About Identity Now The developer who created the core technology behind thousands of initial coin offerings is now focusing on a standard for identity.

Sony Details Blockchain Use for Education Data

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 07:30

Sony Details Blockchain Use for Education Data Sony goes through how it would develop nodes for a blockchain in a recently-released patent application first filed in January.

4 Blockchain Bills Introduced in New York Legislature

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 06:00

4 Blockchain Bills Introduced in New York Legislature A lawmaker in New York has introduced four bills in an effort to spur research into possible uses for blockchain by the state's government.

Venezuelan President Announces 'Petro' Oil-Backed Cryptocurrency

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 04. 04:15

Venezuelan President Announces 'Petro' Oil-Backed Cryptocurrency Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro has announced a new cryptocurrency called the "petro."

Blockchain Beach? Aruba Looks to Ethereum to Sustain Tourism

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 03. 15:30

Blockchain Beach? Aruba Looks to Ethereum to Sustain Tourism The Caribbean island of Aruba is working with blockchain startup Winding Tree to build a decentralized marketplace for its tourism sector.

Aruba Looks to Ethereum to Boost Tourism

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 03. 15:30

Aruba Looks to Ethereum to Boost Tourism The Caribbean island of Aruba is working with blockchain startup Winding Tree to build a decentralized marketplace for its tourism sector.

How Governments Are Reacting to ICOs

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 03. 15:00

How Governments Are Reacting to ICOs How does a government react when faced with ICO disruption? At least five approaches have emerged so far.

Bitcoin Breakout: Price Spikes $500 in One Hour to Top $11.5k

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 03. 14:15

Bitcoin Breakout: Price Spikes $500 in One Hour to Top $11.5k The price of bitcoin is once again in uncharted territory with weekend traders pushing the digital asset to new highs in Sunday's session.

7 Tokens Investors Are Talking About

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 02. 16:00

7 Tokens Investors Are Talking About Disclaimer: This article should not be taken as, and is not intended to provide, investment advice. What separates a real-deal token from a scam? A new wave of tech enthusiasts is asking that question as tokens rack up big gains and take over market discussions. And it's certainly not one with an easy answer – […]

Scrap the White Paper: How to Evaluate Tokens and Blockchains

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 02. 15:32

Scrap the White Paper: How to Evaluate Tokens and Blockchains The blockchain you're considering will almost certainly change from the white paper. What you really want to think about is how that will happen.

Sidechains Project Pushes Ahead with Bitcoin BIP Submission

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 21:45

Sidechains Project Pushes Ahead with Bitcoin BIP Submission One of the developers behind the Drivechain project for bringing sidechains to bitcoin is seeking feedback on the project's code.

Report: Tezos Founders Ask Foundation to Help Pay Legal Bills in ICO Suits

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 20:30

Report: Tezos Founders Ask Foundation to Help Pay Legal Bills in ICO Suits The Tezos project founders reportedly asked their foundation to pay for their legal bills after being sued multiple times. The foundation said no.

'Microraiden' Payment Channels Go Live on Ethereum Network

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 19:00

'Microraiden' Payment Channels Go Live on Ethereum Network A streamlined version of the Raiden payments channel network has been launched on the main ethereum blockchain.

Coinbase Taps Former TD Ameritrade Exec for COO Role

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 18:30

Coinbase Taps Former TD Ameritrade Exec for COO Role Cryptocurrency startup Coinbase has hired a former executive for TD Ameritrade to serve as its new president and chief operating officer (COO).

There's More Than One Way to Be Bitcoin Rich

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 17:05

There's More Than One Way to Be Bitcoin Rich Missed out on the bitcoin bubble? You might have gotten rich (in spirit) along the way.

Paying Rent With Crypto? App for Tenants Adds BTC, LTC, ETH

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 16:00

Paying Rent With Crypto? App for Tenants Adds BTC, LTC, ETH Digital rent processor ManageGo will instantly convert the digital currencies into dollars before sending it on to landlords.

Invest in Bitcoin 'At Your Own Risk,' Warns French Central Bank

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 15:02

Invest in Bitcoin 'At Your Own Risk,' Warns French Central Bank The governor of the Bank of France has warned on the risks of investing in bitcoin, calling the cryptocurrency "speculative."

Bitcoin Price Pushes Above $10,500 on U.S. Futures Listings

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 14:00

Bitcoin Price Pushes Above $10,500 on U.S. Futures Listings The wait is over for regulated bitcoin futures contracts in the U.S., and prices are rising strongly on the news.

Bitcoin Price Above $10,500 on US Futures Listings

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 14:00

Bitcoin Price Above $10,500 on US Futures Listings The wait is over for regulated bitcoin futures contracts in the U.S., and prices are rising strongly on the news.

U.S. Regulator Clears CME, CBOE to Trade Bitcoin Futures

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 13:28

U.S. Regulator Clears CME, CBOE to Trade Bitcoin Futures U.S. derivatives giant CME Group will launch bitcoin derivatives trading on December 18 following approval from regulators.

US Regulator Clears CME, CBOE to Begin Bitcoin Futures Trading

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 13:28

US Regulator Clears CME, CBOE to Begin Bitcoin Futures Trading U.S. derivatives giant CME Group will launch bitcoin derivatives trading on December 18 following approval from regulators.

CME, CBOE to Begin Bitcoin Futures Trading

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 13:28

CME, CBOE to Begin Bitcoin Futures Trading U.S. derivatives giant CME Group will launch bitcoin derivatives trading on December 18 following approval from regulators.

Bitcoin Not Legal Tender in India, Finance Minister Says

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 13:00

Bitcoin Not Legal Tender in India, Finance Minister Says India's finance minister, Arun Jaitley, has said bitcoin is not legal tender in the country and indicated that regulations are under consideration.

Bitcoin Claws Back to $10k: Can Bulls Turn the Tide?

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 12:00

Bitcoin Claws Back to $10k: Can Bulls Turn the Tide? The bitcoin price is entering sideways trading, but a break above $10,000 could signal a rally back to all-time highs.

Bitcoin Too Volatile for Goldman Sachs, Says CEO

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 11:05

Bitcoin Too Volatile for Goldman Sachs, Says CEO Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein has said it's to early for the bank to consider a bitcoin strategy as it "doesn't feel like a store of value."

Bitcoin 'Seems Like a Bubble', Says Billionaire Investor Carl Icahn

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 10:04

Bitcoin 'Seems Like a Bubble', Says Billionaire Investor Carl Icahn Billionaire investor Carl Icahn has jumped on the bandwagon of those in finance who have recently claimed bitcoin is in a bubble.

World Computer? New Protocol Could Supercharge Ethereum's Blockchain

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 09:00

World Computer? New Protocol Could Supercharge Ethereum's Blockchain An older attempt to overcome ethereum's restrictions is getting a refresh, and may bring the platform closer to its aim of being a "world computer."

New Protocol Could Supercharge Ethereum's Blockchain

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 09:00

New Protocol Could Supercharge Ethereum's Blockchain An older attempt to overcome ethereum's restrictions is getting a refresh, and may bring the platform closer to its aim of being a "world computer."

World Computer? New Protocol Could Supercharge Ethereum Blockchain

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 09:00

World Computer? New Protocol Could Supercharge Ethereum Blockchain An older attempt to overcome ethereum's restrictions is getting a refresh, and may bring the platform closer to its aim of being a "world computer."

White House Team Is Monitoring Cryptocurrencies, Says Press Secretary

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 08:30

White House Team Is Monitoring Cryptocurrencies, Says Press Secretary The Trump administration has said it is keeping an eye on cryptocurrencies like bitcoin in the wake of its recent explosive price jumps.

Bank of Canada Paper Weighs Central Bank-Issued Cryptocurrency

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 05:45

Bank of Canada Paper Weighs Central Bank-Issued Cryptocurrency Developed and developing economies would see different benefits if their central banks issued a cryptocurrency.

Bitfinex and Tether Break Silence, Go on Media Offensive

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 04:30

Bitfinex and Tether Break Silence, Go on Media Offensive One of the world's largest bitcoin exchanges is pushing back against allegations its business is engaging in improper market practices.

Bitfinex and Tether Break Silence, Go on Media Blitz

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 04:30

Bitfinex and Tether Break Silence, Go on Media Blitz One of the world's largest bitcoin exchanges is pushing back against allegations its business is engaging in improper market practices.

Bitcoin Is an Emerging Systemic Risk

CoinDesk

2017. Dec. 01. 02:00

Bitcoin Is an Emerging Systemic Risk The bubble in cryptocurrency threatens the broader financial system, given new buyers’ different motivations from early adopters and use of leverage.