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December AugustSirin Labs Launches Blockchain-Centric ‘Finney’ Smartphone
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 30. 22:45
On Nov. 29, Sirin Labs announced the commercial launch of its new blockchain smartphone known as the Finney. According to the cellphone creators, the Finney offers “secure and state of the art mobile technology” alongside an embedded cold storage cryptocurrency wallet. Also read: Bloxroute Joins the Block Size Debate With New Block Propagation Service People Can […]
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New Bitcoin Cash Opcode Shows an Onchain Game of Chess is Possible
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 30. 20:35
Since the recent Bitcoin Cash (BCH) upgrade, the protocol now has some newly added features like the re-enabled opcode OP_Checkdatasig. After the implementation, a few developers have been experimenting with the opcode and have developed concepts such as “spending constraints.” Moreover, in another instance, a programmer recently used the opcode to create an onchain chess game […]
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Bitcoin Mining Startup Envion Ordered to Close by Swiss Court
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 30. 17:20
A court in Switzerland has ordered the closure of bitcoin mining startup Envion AG over concerns of poor corporate governance. The company raised $100 million in an initial coin offering (ICO) in January, but a succession of boardroom wrangles have led to a breakdown in its corporate structure, bringing operations to a halt. Also read: Canadian […]
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Bitcoin ETF Seekers Cite Precedent in SEC Presentation on Monday
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 30. 16:00
VanEck, SolidX and Cboe met with SEC staff on Monday to demonstrate how the bitcoin market is ready for an ETF. Bitcoin ETF Seekers Met With SEC Monday In Latest Pitch for Approval
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 30. 16:00
VanEck, SolidX and Cboe met with SEC staff on Monday to demonstrate how the bitcoin market is ready for an ETF. SEC Hits Floyd Mayweather and DJ Khaled With Fines for Unlawful ICO Promotion
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 30. 15:30
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has hit two celebrities with record fines for shilling initial coin offerings (ICOs). Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. and music producer DJ Khaled were taken to task for failing to disclose payments they received for touting the projects. The case marks the first time the SEC has taken against celebs […]
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New Crypto Mining Malware Seen to ‘Evolve,’ Say Researchers
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 30. 15:00
Researchers at cybersecurity firm Check Point say a relatively new form of crypto mining malware, dubbed KingMiner, is “evolving.” Vitalik Buterin Awarded Honorary Doctorate from University of Basel
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 30. 13:35
The creator of ethereum, Vitalik Buterin, has just been awarded an honorary doctorate for his work on blockchain innovation. Deutsche Bank Headquarters Raided by 170 Police Officers Over Money Laundering
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 30. 13:35
Deutsche Bank’s headquarters and five other offices have been raided by 170 police officers, prosecutors, and tax inspectors over money laundering allegations. The bank’s written and electronic business documents were reportedly seized. Its employees allegedly helped clients set up offshore companies to launder money. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Moves Crypto Hearing, Community Calls for Positive […]
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Mining Giant Bitmain Launches Crypto Index for Investors
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 30. 12:40
Bitmain has launched a new index tracking the performance of major cryptocurrencies as a benchmark for investors. The Daily: Kucoin Enables Credit Card Payments, Coinbase Pro Adds Zcash
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 30. 11:55
Digital asset exchange Kucoin has partnered with an Israeli startup to introduce credit card payments for cryptocurrency purchases and we’ve covered it in The Daily. Also, Coinbase has added privacy coin zcash to its professional trading platform, while Okex has delisted dozens of trading pairs with low liquidity. And in Ghana, over 100,000 investors have […]
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Capitulation? Bitcoin’s Price Dropped 36% in November
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 30. 11:45
Bitcoin tanked in November on the back of high volumes, raising the possibility that the market has, to some extent, capitulated. Asus Allows Gamers to Mine Crypto With Their Idle Graphics Cards
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 30. 10:00
Taiwan-based tech giant Asus is now letting gamers use their graphics cards to earn a share of profits from cryptocurrency mining. Intel Wins Patent for Energy-Efficient Bitcoin Mining
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 30. 09:00
An Intel patent awarded Tuesday outlines a method for mining cryptos using the SHA-256 algorithm more efficiently. Developers Rally Around Ethereum 1x, A New Roadmap for Faster Scaling
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 30. 05:00
Ethereum developers are aggregating efforts to implement ethereum 1x – a new proposed upgrade intended to act as the intermediary bridge to ethereum 2.0. LCX Now Licensed to Provide Crypto Trading Services in Liechtenstein
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 30. 03:35
Liechtenstein cryptocurrency exchange LCX has been granted a license to provide crypto trading services for utility and payment tokens. The exchange will be offering four main crypto services including a custody service and a fiat-to-crypto exchange in partnership with Binance. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Moves Crypto Hearing, Community Calls for Positive Regulations A Regulated Exchange […]
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Research Exposes Anti-Bitcoin Bias in Mainstream Media
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 30. 01:35
Recent research on the tone and frequency of cryptocurrency coverage in the mainstream media over the past five years suggests that some news outlets appear to be much more biased against Bitcoin than the norm. The results also indicate that overall sentiment has become more negative with time. Also Read: Coinbase Launches OTC Desk, Huobi Opens […]
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Bloxroute Joins the Block Size Debate With New Block Propagation Service
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 23:50
Over the last few weeks, the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) community has been discussing how miners and nodes will handle bigger blocks in the future to encourage mass adoption. A company called Bloxroute has been coming up a lot lately, as it aims to resolve the block propagation bottleneck. Also read: Growing Number of Crypto Companies Operating […]
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SEC Fines Floyd Mayweather, DJ Khaled for ICO Promotions
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 21:57
Floyd Mayweather and DJ Khaled settled charges with the SEC, which said they promoted ICOs without disclosing payments from token issuers. Honoring Satoshi’s Vision: Toward a Better Crypto User Experience
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 21:50
This post about better crypto UX was written by venture capitalist David Gold. He is the CEO of Dapix, Inc, which launched the Foundation for Interwallet Operability (FIO) and FIO Protocol. *** Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin whitepaper laid out an intoxicating vision for a “purely peer-to-peer version of electronic cash” — free of involvement and interference from third-party […]
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US Judge Denies SEC Push for Injunction Against Crypto Startup
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 20:30
A US District Judge ruled that the SEC has not yet provided sufficient evidence that Blockvest broke securities laws. Binance Terminates Services for Users in Belarus
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 20:00
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has informed Belarusian customers that its services will no longer be available in their country. The announcement follows reports of similar restrictions for residents of other nations under economic sanctions, such as the Islamic Republic of Iran and Zimbabwe. Also read: Russian Miners Sell Their Equipment Amid Market Plunge Belarusians Lose Access […]
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Sirin Labs’ $999 Blockchain Phone Will Start Shipping in December
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 19:00
The Finney phone should begin shipping next month. It aims to stand out from the rest with a built-in cold storage wallet. Coinbase Adds Privacy-Centric Crypto Zcash to Pro Trading Exchange
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 18:19
The announcement briefly caused the price of ZEC to spike. The Difference Between Custodial and Noncustodial Cryptocurrency Services
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 18:05
Since the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) fork occurred recently, it’s a good time to discuss the difference between custodial and noncustodial cryptocurrency services. Newcomers to the digital asset economy often get confused when they hear about a blockchain split and may wonder how they should handle the outcome. Individuals should note that the best solution depends […]
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Iranian Bitcoin Users Are Already Being Affected By New US Sanctions
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 17:35
New sanctions from the US government are driving Iranian bitcoin users to pursue more secure and private wallet solutions. Bitcoin Mining Giant Holds Flash Sale to Celebrate Price ‘Bottom’
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 16:15
Bitcoin miner maker Canaan Creative has revealed it is temporarily cutting prices to "celebrate" bitcoin's recent price rise. Canadian Bitcoin Miner Fortress Blockchain Reports $1.16M Loss in Q3
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 16:05
Fortress Blockchain’s net loss worsened to $1.16 million (1.55 million Canadian dollars) in the third quarter, from $202,000 in the preceding three-month period, as price pressure continues to mount in the global bitcoin mining industry. The Canadian company said depreciation of $291,600 and listing expenses of $293,700 wiped away mining earnings. Also read: Outrage Over Union Bank […]
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Fidelity Looking to Expand Digital Asset Trading Beyond Bitcoin and Ether
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 15:18
Fidelity Investments is looking to expand its institutional crypto asset platform to include trading services for the top five to seven cryptocurrencies by market cap. The US Government Is Powerless to Block Bitcoin Addresses
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 14:20
It has been widely reported this week that the U.S. government has blacklisted two BTC addresses linked to cyber crime. These particular addresses were singled out because their owners are believed to be Iranians, whose country is currently facing heavy economic sanctions from the U.S. While the BTC addresses are clearly connected to ransomware, mainstream […]
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ConsenSys Backs $2.1 Million Funding Round for Ethereum Privacy Startup
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 14:00
ConsenSys Labs has led a $2.1 million seed round for AZTEC, a startup working to make ethereum transactions private. Coinbase, DCG Lead $4.5 Million Seed Round for Crypto Evaluation Startup
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 13:59
Coinbase Ventures, DCG and others have provided $4.5 million in funding for an analytics startup that wants investors to think beyond market cap. Coinbase, DCG Join $4.5 Million Seed Round for Crypto Evaluation Startup
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 13:59
Coinbase Ventures, DCG and others have provided $4.5 million in funding for an analytics startup that wants investors to think beyond market cap. Blockchain Oil Trading Platform Backed by Shell and BP Is Now Live
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 12:45
A blockchain platform built by a group of major firms to bring new efficiencies to energy commodities trading has gone live. Chatter Report: Buy Walls, Miner Anonymity and Bitcoin vs. the State
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 12:30
In today’s edition of Chatter Report, crypto influencers debate the importance of buy walls to support crypto prices, reason for and against miner anonymity and ponder the outcome of governments attacking bitcoin. Also read: Markets Update: Bull Trap or Reversal? Traders Question the Recent Crypto Spike Hodlers of Last Resort and Buy Walls Early bitcoin […]
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Bull Reversal? Bitcoin Sees Biggest Single-Day Price Gain Since April
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 11:00
Bitcoin is teasing a short-term bullish reversal, having just recorded its biggest single-day gain in seven months. Bitcoin Sees Biggest Single-Day Price Gain Since April
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 11:00
Bitcoin is teasing a short-term bullish reversal, having just recorded its biggest single-day gain in seven months. The Daily: Coinbase Launches OTC Desk, Huobi Opens Derivatives Market
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 10:45
In Thursday’s edition of The Daily, we feature stories that show cryptocurrency exchanges continuing to develop advanced services designed to attract institutional investors. These include OTC trading, derivatives and futures. Also Read: Major Video Card Supplier Enters Cryptocurrency Mining Business Coinbase Launches Dedicated OTC Desk Coinbase has launched an over-the-counter (OTC) trading desk. The initiative […]
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Mike Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital Reports $76 Million Q3 Loss
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 10:40
Mike Novogratz’s crypto merchant bank, Galaxy Digital Holdings, has reported losses for the first nine months of 2018. FBI Arrests AriseBank CEO Over $4 Million Crypto Fraud
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 09:30
The FBI has arrested the CEO of cryptocurrency platform AriseBank after he was indicted over an alleged multi-million dollar scam. Court Drops Charges Against Alleged Btc-e Operator Alexander Vinnik
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 08:30
The lawsuit against alleged Btc-e operator Alexander Vinnik for “fraud, money laundering, and other grave crimes” filed in Cyprus has reportedly been dropped. His lawyer says the case “fell apart at the very early stage” at the initiative of the plaintiffs themselves. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Moves Crypto Hearing, Community Calls for Positive Regulations Lawsuit […]
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Botnets Are Being Repurposed for Crypto Mining Malware: Kaspersky
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 29. 05:00
A security bulletin released by Kaspersky Labs states that botnets are increasingly being used to distribute illicit crypto mining software. Korean Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Promote Crypto Trading
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 02:15
A South Korean lawmaker has reportedly introduced a bill to promote cryptocurrency trading and the development of crypto exchanges. In addition to requirements such as capital, manpower, and internal systems, the bill proposes establishing a committee to promote and support crypto trading. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Moves Crypto Hearing, Community Calls for Positive Regulations Promoting […]
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BCH Upgrades: What’s New and What’s Next
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 29. 00:10
It’s been two weeks since the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) hard fork that upgraded the BCH chain and resulted in a blockchain split. But although many people have been focusing on the birth of Bitcoin SV, a number of BCH proponents are already moving forward and discussing the network’s latest upgrades, as well as the next hard […]
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The 6 Big Takeaways From SEC Chair Clayton’s Crypto Remarks
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 22:50
Following SEC Chairman Jay Clayton's fireside chat at Consensus: Invest, we invited three crypto law experts to unpack what was said. 6 Big Takeaways from SEC Chair Clayton’s Crypto Remarks
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 22:50
Following SEC Chairman Jay Clayton's fireside chat at Consensus: Invest, we invited three crypto law experts to unpack what was said. Markets Update: Bull Trap or Reversal? Traders Question the Recent Crypto Spike
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 28. 22:00
Three days ago the crypto-economy suffered deep losses, with digital asset prices at their lowest across the board since September 2017. But on Wednesday the digital asset ecosystem started showing a slight recovery, as the entire market capitalization of all 2000+ coins gained $14 billion. Also Read: Free Keene Activists Launch Tip-Card Creator Called Cryptotip.org Cryptocurrency Markets Show […]
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WATCH: SEC Chairman Jay Clayton’s Full Consensus: Invest Interview
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 21:57
Clayton spoke Tuesday at the CoinDesk-organized event. Here's the full video of his fireside chat. Amazon Has Launched a New Service for Building Blockchains
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 20:15
Amazon will help clients build blockchain platforms on Hyperledger Fabric or ethereum with its new product. Outrage Over Union Bank of Nigeria’s Threat to Close Crypto-Related Accounts
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 28. 20:10
Nigerian digital asset owners have reacted angrily to Union Bank’s threat to close all cryptocurrency-linked accounts. Investors have accused the local banking system of hypocrisy, asserting that banks are “unfit” and “scammers” that continue to steal from the poor through spurious charges such as ATM maintenance fees and SMS alerts. Also read: Nigeria’s Union Bank Threatens […]
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Google Searches for ‘Bitcoin’ Just Hit Their Highest Level Since April
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 19:00
The number of Google searches for bitcoin has seen a notable uptick this week, now recording its most searches worldwide since last April. Major Video Card Supplier Enters Cryptocurrency Mining Business
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 28. 17:55
Sapphire Technology, one of the largest suppliers of AMD-based video cards in the world, has announced that it’s officially entering the cryptocurrency hardware business. The Hong Kong-headquartered company is launching a flagship mining rig. Also Read: Crypto ATM Network Coinsource Expands Into Upstate New York A New Player Enters the Field Sapphire’s new rig, the […]
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Steemit Lays Off 70% of Its Staff, Citing Crypto Bear Market
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 17:10
"We've been forced to lay off more than 70% of our organization and begin a restructuring," says Steemit founder Ned Scott. SEC Chair Explains Key Upgrades Needed for Bitcoin ETF Approval
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 28. 16:00
The chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has outlined the key changes in cryptocurrency markets he needs to see before he is comfortable with a bitcoin ETF. While some solutions to the problems he mentioned have already been implemented, the chairman insists on seeing more improvements. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Moves Crypto Hearing, […]
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US Regulators Tie Two Bitcoin Addresses to Iranian Ransomware Plot
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 15:34
For the first time, the U.S. Treasury Department is adding crypto addresses to its list of Specially Designated Nationals. Crypto ATM Network Coinsource Expands Into Upstate New York
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 28. 14:15
With a New York state Bitlicense in hand, Coinsource is now expanding into new areas. And with the addition of machines in four more states, the cryptocurrency ATM network now operates over 200 kiosks in more than 20 American jurisdictions. Also Read: Bitstamp to Deploy Market Surveillance to Fight Price Manipulation Empire State of Mind […]
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South Korea Eyes More Reliable E-Voting With December Blockchain Trial
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 14:10
South Korea's National Election Commission says it is building a blockchain-based voting platform to be trialed in December. Coinbase Quietly Opened Its OTC Crypto Trading Desk This Month
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 12:31
U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase opened its over-the-counter (OTC) crypto trading desk this month, Cheddar reports. The Daily: ICOs Hunker Down for Crypto Winter, Meta Stablecoins Are Coming
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 28. 12:20
For those who live in the northern hemisphere, winter is coming, while in the cryptosphere it’s already here. In Wednesday’s edition of The Daily, we look at the steps ICOs are taking to preserve their capital as they wait for the markets to warm up again, heralding that winter is over. Also read: Bitstamp to Deploy […]
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Back Over $4K: Bitcoin’s Price Bounce is Gathering Pace
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 11:20
While the bitcoin market is still predominantly bearish, seller exhaustion near $3,500 may be paving the way to stronger corrective bounce. Blockchain Smart Contracts Subject to Financial Laws, Says CFTC Primer
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 11:00
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission says smart contracts are covered under financial rules in its new primer on the technology. Bitstamp to Deploy New Market Surveillance Tool to Fight Price Manipulation
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 28. 09:55
The cryptocurrency market is a target of the same manipulation and abuse that the equity, commodity and forex markets have suffered for years, and exchanges that wish to protect their clients need ways to monitor trading activity. Bitstamp is now the latest exchange to implement such a tool. Also Read: Chinese Startup Gets Crypto Custodial Services […]
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New Market Surveillance Tool to Fight Price Manipulation
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 28. 09:55
The cryptocurrency market is a target of the same manipulation and abuse that the equity, commodity and forex markets have suffered for years, and exchanges that wish to protect their clients need ways to monitor trading activity. Bitstamp is now the latest exchange to implement such a tool. Also Read: Chinese Startup Gets Crypto Custodial Services […]
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Canadian Jewelry Retailer Birks Now Accepts Bitcoin Payments
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 09:15
Birks Group, one of the oldest luxury jewelry retailers in Canada, is now accepting bitcoin payments at eight of its stores. Goldman, Morgan Stanley Go Live With CLS’ IBM-Powered Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 06:59
CLS, the bank-owned currency trading utility, and IBM have gone live with their blockchain-based payment netting service after more than two years in development. Nasdaq, VanEck Partner to Launch ‘Crypto 2.0’ Futures Contracts
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 28. 05:05
The second largest stock exchange in the world - NASDAQ - is partnering with investment management firm VanEck to bring to market a new generation of cryptocurrency futures products. China Revises Crypto Ranking — BTC Upgraded
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 28. 02:35
China’s Center for Information and Industry Development has updated its crypto project ranking for this month, moving BTC up several places while still favoring EOS and Ethereum. The center explains its evaluation model and outlines future projects. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Moves Crypto Hearing, Community Calls for Positive Regulations China’s Crypto Ranking Update China’s Center […]
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Fine Jewelry Dealer Birks Group Now Accepts Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 28. 00:55
On Tuesday, Canadian company Birks Group, a fine jewelry operation since 1879, announced its plan to accept bitcoin for products and services at eight select locations. Birks Group and its retail stores will accept cryptocurrencies through a partnership with Bitpay. The collaboration marks the first major implementation of Bitpay’s point-of-sale solution for brick-and-mortar locations within […]
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Nigeria’s Union Bank Threatens to Shut Down Cryptocurrency-Related Accounts
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 23:10
A large commercial bank in Nigeria has threatened to shut down an undisclosed number of cryptocurrency-related accounts without explanation. Lagos-based Union Bank claims that any decision to do so would be in line with the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) past warnings about cryptocurrency trading. Also read: Malaysian MP “Concerned About Threat” From Cryptocurrencies to Government […]
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BCH-Powered Bitcoin Files Project Adds IPFS Support
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 21:20
Last October, the developers of the Bitcoin Cash-powered Bitcoin Files project launched the first iteration of its censorship-resistant file sharing software. At the time, the platform allowed users to upload files of 5kb or less to the blockchain. Now, the latest Bitcoin Files release supports the decentralized Inter-Planetary File System (IPFS), allows users to upload […]
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SEC Chair Clayton: Crypto ETF Needs Exchanges ‘Free From Manipulation’
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 21:17
Token issuers looking to fund their businesses with the proceeds should "start with the assumption that it's a securities offering," according to the SEC's Jay Clayton. Tether Reopens Fiat-USDT Redemption Platform
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 20:10
Tether is back in business. Its stablecoin platform, which has lain dormant since last year, is to reopen for fiat deposits and tether (USDT) redemption. The move, described by Tether as a “new vision,” ought to return its stablecoin to the parameters it was originally designed to meet. With a minimum fiat deposit of $100,000, […]
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Exchange News: Coincheck Resumes All Trading, Bitmex Insurance Fund Grows
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 19:20
In recent crypto exchange news, Coincheck has successfully reinstated deposits and trading services for all cryptocurrencies that were live on the exchange before it was hacked in January. Bhex, an exchange founded by Huobi’s former chief technology officer, has announced that it will start operations at the end of the month, while 1,452.6 BTC was […]
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El-Erian: Crypto Will Become ‘More Widespread’ But Not ‘Dominant’
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 18:28
Mohamed El-Erian, the chief economic advisor for Allianz, said Tuesday that he believes cryptocurrencies will become more “widespread” but as part of a broader ecosystem. Paraguay to Provide Land for ‘Golden Goose’ Mining Project
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 17:40
Paraguay’s vice president has declared support for the “Golden Goose” project, which will see South Korea’s Blockchain Technology Foundation build five mining centers on state land. The foundation also plans to conduct what it describes as an “initial exchange offering” to facilitate investor participation in the project. Also Read: Sweden Expects to Attract Norwegian Bitcoin Miners […]
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Copay and Bitpay Wallet Apps Were Infected With Malicious Code
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 15:50
A developer has injected a piece of malicious code into the software used by the popular Copay and Bitpay wallets. The safety of the Bitcoin.com wallet was not compromised and the Bitpay app was not vulnerable to the attack, but Copay users need to take precautionary actions. Also Read: Chinese Startup Gets Crypto Custodial Services […]
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Tether Says Customers Can Once Again Deposit and Redeem Fiat
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 15:40
Tether is again offering fiat redemption of its stablecoin USDT. Meanwhile, Bitfinex is now offering tether trading pairs with the euro and U.S. dollar. ICE Founder: ‘We’re Kind of Agnostic’ on Bitcoin’s Price
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 15:20
ICE founder and chairman Jeffrey Sprecher and Bakkt CEO Kelly Loeffler took to the stage during CoinDesk's Consensus: Invest event on Tuesday. Bloomberg: Nasdaq Still Planning Bitcoin Futures Launch in 2019
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 15:00
Stock exchange operator Nasdaq is sticking with plans to launch bitcoin futures contracts early next year, say Bloomberg sources. Why We Rejected an Offer from Government to Help Expand Our Company
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 14:00
This story about a rejected government offer was written by Tomas Forgac, friend of Bitcoin.com, early Bitcoin investor and entrepreneur, now focusing on Bitcoin Cash adoption and growth. *** An unnamed pro-crypto government recently gave Bitcoin.com an unsolicited offer to finance the expansion of operations. While we are grateful for the trust given to us and […]
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Harbor Launches Tokenized Equity Purchases With Real Estate Offering
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 14:00
Security token startup Harbor is offering its first private placement, allowing investors to buy into a high-rise property. Messari Opens Disclosure Registry for Crypto Projects
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 13:59
Messari is launching a disclosure registry for crypto projects to better inform investors. Crypto Exchange Bitstamp Rolls Out Tech to Spot Market Manipulation
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 13:04
Crypto exchange Bitstamp is upgrading its tech arsenal to better identify suspicious activity and market manipulation. The Daily: Binance Moves Away From Tether, Nasdaq Moves Closer to BTC Futures
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 13:00
In this edition of The Daily, we detail the reduced role that tether is playing at the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and the progress being made in adding bitcoin futures to the world’s second largest stock exchange. We also round up the latest progress being made in the security token space. Also read: Petition to Free […]
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Galaxy Digital, Cumberland and More Plan New Crypto Code of Conduct
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 13:00
Ten crypto and financial startups are forming a new association to create standards of conduct for the blockchain space. Russian Miners Sell Their Equipment Amid Market Plunge
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 11:20
A growing number of Russian miners are looking to sell their hardware. The recent market correction has decreased the profitability of minting digital coins, especially for enthusiasts who are mining in their homes, basements and garages. Also read: Bitcoininfo.ru Wins Court Case Against Ban Russian Miners Selling Used Hardware Amateur mining used to be very […]
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Bitcoin Will Close Below Key Price Support in First Since 2015
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 11:01
Bitcoin looks set to end the month below a key long-term support level for the first time in three years. Bitcoin Likely to Close Below Key Price Support in First Since 2015
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 11:01
Bitcoin looks set to end the month below a key long-term support level for the first time in three years. Fake Developer Sneaks Malicious Code into BitPay’s Copay Wallet
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 10:15
The Copay wallet from crypto payments processor BitPay has been compromised by a hacker, the firm warns. An updated version has been released. 
Malaysian MP ”Concerned About Threat” from Cryptocurrencies to Government Money
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 09:43
Lim Guan Eng, the finance minister of Malaysia, has warned individuals and companies planning to issue new cryptocurrencies with a stern: “don’t do it”. Addressing parliament on Nov. 26, Guan Eng advised to wait for legal guidance from Bank Negara Malaysia, the southeast Asian country’s central bank. Also read: Law Firm: South Africa’s Draft Law Could […]
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Malaysian MP ”Concerned About Threat” from Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 09:43
Lim Guan Eng, the finance minister of Malaysia, has warned individuals and companies planning to issue new cryptocurrencies with a stern: “don’t do it”. Addressing parliament on Nov. 26, Guan Eng advised to wait for legal guidance from Bank Negara Malaysia, the southeast Asian country’s central bank. Also read: Law Firm: South Africa’s Draft Law Could […]
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Abu Dhabi Bank Settles $500 Million Bond on a Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 27. 09:00
Abu Dhabi-based Al Hilal Bank has carried out a blockchain-based transaction for an Islamic bond worth $500 million. Sweden Expects to Attract Norwegian Bitcoin Miners After Brutal Tax Hike
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 08:15
With Norway set to revoke electricity subsidies for cryptocurrency miners from January 2019 onward, Swedish data centers are anticipating a wave of inquiries from mining companies seeking to domicile in Sweden. Also Read: Silk Road Fake Murder Mystery May Be Solved Data Centers See Demand from Miners Leaving Norway Local media outlets have reported that Sweden’s […]
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Philippine Crypto Valley to Attract Companies From Japan, Korea and Australia
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 04:25
The Philippine government-owned Cagayan Economic Zone Authority has unveiled a plan to attract Japanese, Korean and Australian companies to its “Crypto Valley of Asia.” The authority is also cracking down on crypto companies operating within its economic zone without a license. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Moves Crypto Hearing, Community Calls for Positive Regulations Ceza’s Crypto […]
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Eight Historic Bitcoin Transactions
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 27. 00:32
There’s nothing particularly special about a bitcoin transaction. Every day, 300,000 of them occur on the BTC and BCH networks without fanfare. But occasionally, a perfunctory transaction will attain historical significance. These bitcoin transfers can be viewed in any blockchain explorer, where they have been immortalized by the public ledger and mythologized by the public. […]
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Apple Pencil Engraved - #SatoshiNakamoto #Bitcoin
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2018. Nov. 26. 23:41
Apple Pencil Engraved - #SatoshiNakamoto #Bitcoin Petition to Free Ross Ulbricht Gathers 100,000 Signatures
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 22:32
Over the last few months, a petition aimed at freeing Ross Ulbricht from prison has garnered 100,000 signatures. The request addressed to U.S. president Donald Trump and hosted on Change.org explains that Ulbricht deserves clemency because his investigation, trial, and sentencing were rife with abuse. Also read: Hash Wars: Battle Comes to an End as BSV […]
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Employees Say Blockchain Startup Civil Hyped Crypto Returns, But Failed to Pay
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 22:00
Civil was supposed to create a more transparent and democratic model for journalism, but so far, journalists working on its platform have yet to receive all of the compensation they say they were promised when hired. Employees Say Startup Civil Hyped Crypto Returns, But Failed to Pay
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 22:00
Civil was supposed to create a more transparent and democratic model for journalism, but so far, journalists working on its platform have yet to receive all of the compensation they say they were promised when hired. US State of Ohio Accepts Bitcoin for 23 Types of Taxes
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 20:30
The U.S. state of Ohio has set up a cryptocurrency payment portal and reportedly starts accepting payments in bitcoin for 23 types of taxes this week. “Ohio has become the first state in the United States, and one of the first governments in the world, to accept cryptocurrency,” the Treasurer’s Office wrote. Also read: Indian Supreme […]
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XRP Nears Longest Stretch as World’s Second-Largest Cryptocurrency
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 19:07
XRP has remained the world's second largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization for the past 11-days, which is its longest stretch at #2 since 2016. Chinese Startup Gets Crypto Custodial Services License in Hong Kong
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 18:30
Cryptocurrency custodians are third parties that store large amounts of digital assets for institutions, hedge funds, exchanges and issuers of initial coin offerings. Companies in Hong Kong now have a new locally regulated option, which could help to increase investor confidence. Also Read: You Can Now Withdraw Split BCH and BSV Coins From Coinex Keep […]
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Hash Wars: Battle Comes to an End as BSV Plans to Add Replay Protection
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 16:55
It’s been less than two weeks since the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) hard fork and blockchain split that occurred on Nov. 15. Since then there’s been a lot of discussion concerning the hash war, with BSV and BCH miners acquiring blocks, gathering hashrate and accumulating proof of work. Now after 11 days, blockchain company Coingeek has […]
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Coinbase Backs Security Token Startup’s $12.7 Million Funding Round
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 16:00
Security token startup Securitize has raised $12.75 million in Series A funding backed by Coinbase Ventures and Ripple's Xpring, among others. Law Firm: South Africa’s Draft Tax Law Could Affect Cryptocurrency Use
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 15:15
A South African law firm has published a short essay on proposed tax legislation for cryptocurrency in the country. Cox Yeats Attorneys, a Durban-based firm, argues that the Taxation Laws Amendment Bill, published by the National Treasury in July, will be bad for the digital asset industry, according to local media reports. Also read: Uganda to Regulate […]
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Coincheck Has Now Reinstated All Cryptos After January Hack
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 15:00
Japanese crypto exchange Coincheck, which suffered a major hack in January, has now reinstated services for all listed tokens on its platform. SpankChain Has Paid Camgirls $70,000 Worth of Crypto in 6 Months
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 14:00
Since raising $6 million in a 2017 ICO, porn startup SpankChain has differentiated itself by actually delivering a crypto-powered platform with users. The Daily: Bitfinex Raises Fiat Withdrawal Fee, New Hardware Wallet Announced
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 13:30
Crypto exchange Bitfinex has raised the minimum fee for fiat currency bank wire withdrawals and we’ve covered the details in The Daily. We also look at a San Diego-based company’s new hardware cryptocurrency wallet and the decision of one of Portugal’s leading football clubs to issue its own token. Also read: US Defense Department Probes Blockchain, […]
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Bitmain Faces $5 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged Unauthorized Crypto Mining
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 12:30
Cryptocurrency mining giant Bitmain is facing a class action lawsuit for over $5 million that alleges unauthorized crypto mining by the firm. Bitcoin Price Bounces 15% After 14-Month Low
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 11:45
Bitcoin's 15-percent recovery from the 14-month low hit yesterday may have opened the doors for short-term price consolidation Up 15%: Bitcoin’s Price Bounces Back After 14-Month Low
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 11:45
Bitcoin's 15-percent recovery from the 14-month low hit yesterday may have opened the doors for short-term price consolidation Novogratz: ‘It Sucks to Build a Business in a Bear Market’
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 11:30
Mike Novogratz, the chief executive officer of Galaxy Investment Partners, recently discussed the challenges of building a cryptocurrency investment firm in the 2018 bear market. But the former Goldman Sachs partner predicts that institutional demand for cryptocurrencies will drive the start of a new bull trend in 2019. Also Read: Snowden: “Large Population” Believes in Bitcoin […]
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Ohio Becomes First US State to Allow Taxes to Be Paid in Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 10:15
Ohio has become the first U.S. state to allow taxes to be paid in bitcoin. You Can Now Withdraw Split BCH and BSV Coins From Coinex Exchange
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 10:00
Withdrawals for both bitcoin cash (BCH) and bitcoin SV (BSV) are now open on the Coinex exchange, providing an easy way for BCH holders to split the two cryptocurrencies, which separated off from each other following the recent hard fork. Also Read: Universities in New York, Tokyo and Luxembourg Support Crypto Development Coinex Opens BCH […]
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Ripple Is Making It Easier for Customers to Integrate XRP. They Aren’t Yet
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 09:00
Ripple's new version of xCurrent offers easier integration with xRapid, the product that leverages XRP. But so far, customers who've upgraded aren't taking the plunge. Ripple Is Making It Easier for Customers to Integrate XRP. So Far, They Aren’t
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 09:00
Ripple's new version of xCurrent offers easier integration with xRapid, the product that leverages XRP. But so far, customers aren't taking the plunge. 600K Bitcoin Miners Shut Down in Last 2 Weeks, F2Pool Founder Estimates
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 26. 05:00
Between 600,000 and 800,000 bitcoin miners have shut down since mid-November amid declines in price and hashrate across the network, F2pool's founder estimates. Thai SEC Warns Against 14 Unauthorized Cryptocurrency Operators
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 02:30
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against 14 websites whose operators have been soliciting customers to buy and sell cryptocurrencies and related products. The regulator says these operators are not authorized to conduct crypto business in the country. Currently, only seven companies are temporarily approved for crypto operations. Also read: Indian Supreme […]
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Thai SEC Warns Against 14 Unauthorized Crypto Operators
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 02:30
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against 14 websites whose operators have been soliciting customers to buy and sell cryptocurrencies and related products. The regulator says these operators are not authorized to conduct crypto business in the country. Currently, only seven companies are temporarily approved for crypto operations. Also read: Indian Supreme […]
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Universities in New York, Tokyo and Luxembourg Support Crypto Development
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 26. 00:30
Academic institutions from all corners of the world are offering classes on cryptocurrencies and supporting research initiatives in this burgeoning sector. From New York to Tokyo, universities are spearheading a plethora of crypto-themed courses. Also Read: The Daily: US Defense Department Probes Blockchain, Singapore Approves 1X Two New Accelerators at Columbia University IBM and Columbia […]
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BTC-e Operator Alexander Vinnik to Go on Hunger Strike, Lawyer Says
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 25. 22:20
Alexander Vinnik, the suspected operator of the infamous BTC-e exchange, plans to start a hunger strike on Monday, days before his next court hearing. The Russian, who has been accused by U.S. authorities of laundering billions of dollars through the now-defunct crypto trading platform, fears he is not going to receive a fair trial. […]
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Snowden: “Large Population” Believes in Bitcoin as Means of Exchange
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 25. 20:30
In a recent interview, former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) employee and National Security Agency (NSA) subcontractor turned whistleblower, Edward Snowden, argued that the price and value of bitcoin is an expression of the “large population” that believes in its “usefulness” as a means of exchange. Also Read: UK Regulators Plan “Comprehensive Response” to Illicit Crypto Use […]
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Silk Road Fake Murder Mystery May Be Solved
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 25. 18:30
Rather than round up a series of stories from the deep web, this week we’re focusing on just the one. The tale, concerning Silk Road’s most enduring mystery, is so labyrinthine it warrants recounting in full. Also read: 5 Opsec Errors That Caused Cryptocurrency Users to Lose Everything ‘Redandwhite’ Indicted in Black and White Silk […]
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Markets Update: Cryptocurrencies Continue to Suffer From Deep Losses
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 25. 16:30
It’s been a tough week for cryptocurrency holders, as the top 10 virtual currencies by market capitalization have lost 30% to 60% of their value over the past seven days. Prices this low have not been seen since the spring of 2017 and at the moment the entire economy of all 2000+ coins has a […]
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The Daily: US Defense Department Probes Blockchain, Singapore Approves 1X
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 25. 13:25
In today’s edition of The Daily, we cover cryptocurrency-related news from different parts of the world. Documents have revealed that an arm of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) plans to investigate the technology behind Bitcoin, while a teenager in Israel has been convicted of making bomb threats in exchange for BTC. In India, a […]
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Down 36%: Bitcoin Price Faces Worst Weekly Loss Since April 2013
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 25. 11:00
With bitcoin prices dropping further early on Sunday, the cryptocurrency now looks to be heading for its worst weekly loss in over 5 years. Down 36%: Bitcoin Price Faces Worst Weekly Loss Since 2013
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 25. 11:00
With bitcoin prices dropping further early on Sunday, the cryptocurrency now looks to be heading for its worst weekly loss in over 5 years. Amber Baldet: Don’t Force Public Blockchains ‘Down Enterprises’ Throats’
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 25. 10:30
Until there are well-designed privacy features for enterprise applications on public chains, it's premature for firms to use them, says Amber Baldet. UK Regulators Plan “Comprehensive Response” to Illicit Crypto Use
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 25. 06:55
Christopher Woolard of the United Kingdom (UK) Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has indicated that UK regulators are planning a “comprehensive response” to the illicit adoption of crypto assets amid increased adoption among local businesses and consumers. Despite announcing increased regulatory action regarding illegal use of crypto, Woolard stated he does not view crypto assets as […]
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Indian Supreme Court Moves Crypto Hearing, Community Calls for Positive Regulations
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 25. 04:05
India’s supreme court has set a new date to hear the petitions against the cryptocurrency banking ban by the country’s central bank. Meanwhile, the crypto community in India is campaigning on social media for “positive regulations” and the rollback of the banking ban. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space New Supreme Court […]
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New Wormhole Wallet Can Create Tokens and Crowdsales in Minutes
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 25. 01:10
On Friday, Nov. 23, the developers behind the Wormhole project announced the launch of the Wormhole Cash wallet. The application allows users to store, send and receive BCH, WHC and any type of token created with the Wormhole software. Additionally, the new client allows users to burn BCH for WHC alongside the ability to crowdfund […]
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Below $4k: Bitcoin’s Price Drops to a 420-Day Low
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 24. 23:30
The price of bitcoin has fallen below $4,000 for the first time since September 26, 2017 and is now down 30 percent in the last 7 days alone. Below $4K: Bitcoin Price Hits 400-Day Lows
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 24. 23:30
The price of bitcoin has fallen below $4,000 for the first time since September 26, 2017 and is now down 30 percent in the last 7 days alone. Overstock to Focus on DLT, Expects to Sell Retail Business by February
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 24. 23:15
Major online retailer Overstock expects to finalize a deal to sell its retail operations by February. The Utah-based company is selling the business so it can solely focus on the cryptocurrency and distributed ledger technology (DLT) sector. Also Read: Bitcoininfo.ru Wins Court Case Against Ban Overstock Expects to Soon Sell Retail Business According to The Wall […]
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Chatter Report: Ayre Bargains With ABC, Blockstream Sells More Hats
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 24. 21:30
In today’s roundup of cryptocurrency influencers and project leaders, we detail the latest talking points from social media. In addition to Calvin Ayre bargaining with Bitcoin ABC, Wormhole SV has offered the entire Wormhole team a new job. Oh, and Blockstream are using the BCH hash war to market their new hats. Also read: Fisco Completes Takeover […]
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Follow This Branch: A Guide to Splitting BCH and BSV
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 24. 20:00
Since the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) hard fork on Nov. 15 resulted in a blockchain split, many pre-fork holders are interested in finding out how to split their BCH and BSV into two separate currencies. Over the last week, a few infrastructure providers have released tools and some exchanges have offered to split the two for […]
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Uganda to Regulate Cryptocurrency as Fake Bitcoin Schemes Surge
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 24. 18:00
Uganda will seek to regulate crypto assets to prevent criminals from exploiting digital currencies to scam citizens. This comes as thousands of Ugandans have fallen victim to a number of Ponzi schemes, including the D9 Club, which promised to pay members in bitcoin. Minister of State for Finance (Planning) David Bahati said the government has […]
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Wendy McElroy: How the Blockchain Provides Private Justice
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 24. 16:00
The Satoshi Revolution: A Revolution of Rising Expectations Section 5: Saving the World Through Anarchism Chapter 11, Part 6 How the Blockchain Provides Private Justice The key to…an anarcho-capitalist court system is found in the concept of a “personal judiciary”. [Acting as your own judge.]…The courts’ purpose is to enable men to settle disputes so […]
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The Daily: Cloud Outage Affects Exchanges, Okex Launches ICO Information Platform
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 24. 14:40
In the Saturday edition of The Daily, we look at a technical issue with Amazon’s cloud services network that has forced two major South Korean crypto exchanges to temporarily go offline. In other news, Malta-based digital asset exchange Okex has launched a platform offering information on initial coin offerings and Estonia has issued licenses to […]
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Bitcoininfo.ru Wins Court Case Against Ban
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 24. 13:30
The owner of Bitcoininfo.ru has won an appeal against a ruling to block the cryptocurrency website. A court in Saint Petersburg has decided that access should be restored and that Nikolay Tonkoshkurov should be compensated for the unlawful actions of the prosecutors and judges who presided over the case. Also read: BTC-e Successor Wex Loses […]
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Exchange News: Mt. Gox Trustee Extends Deadline, GBX Licensed in Gibraltar
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 24. 12:45
In recent exchange news, the Mt. Gox trustee will seek to extend the deadline for rehabilitation claims. In other news, Gibraltar Stock exchange has become the first national stock exchange to operate a regulated virtual currency exchange, and Okex has denied accusations of market manipulation relating to its recent short-notice settlement of BCH futures contracts. […]
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Free Software Messiah Richard Stallman: We Can Do Better Than Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 24. 12:00
Richard Stallman, founder of the free software movement, is building a privacy-focused cryptographic payments system, but says it's not a cryptocurrency. The SEC’s Recent Rulings Are More About Exchanges Than ICOs
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 24. 11:20
The SEC's focus on crypto exchanges may disrupt some business models, add compliance and paperwork costs, and perhaps trigger a sector concentration. Fisco Completes Takeover of Japanese Crypto Exchange Zaif
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 24. 06:20
Regulated Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Zaif has completed its business transfer. Fisco Cryptocurrency Exchange is its new operator, taking over from Tech Bureau. This follows Zaif’s September hack, which cost the exchange approximately $62 million in three different cryptocurrencies. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space One Operator, Two Separate Exchanges Osaka-based Tech Bureau […]
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Venezuela Approves Law Granting Legal Effect to the Petro
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 24. 00:57
A government plan to counter economic sanctions is coming into force in Venezuela after parliament passed a law on crypto asset regulation. The law, originally proposed by the country’s leader Nicolás Maduro, gives legal effect to the petro, Venezuela’s multi-asset-backed digital currency. Also read: Nigeria’s Opposition Leader Promises Cryptocurrency Policy If Elected President ‘Breaking Financial and […]
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Op-Ed: To Achieve Mass Adoption We Must Fight for ‘Blockchain Inclusion’
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 22:30
The following piece on blockchain inclusion was written by Alexander Vasylchenko. He is the CEO and founder of Sofitto and the creator of Sugi-Card, which is a cold-storage cryptocurrency wallet. Alexander is also the former CTO of Mycelium, one of the first secure mobile Bitcoin wallets, created in 2013. Cryptocurrencies have only been around for a […]
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Indian State Working to Help Cryptocurrency Businesses Grow
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 20:30
An Indian minister has reportedly revealed that a state government is working to protect businesses operating without a regulatory framework in India. They include cryptocurrency exchanges and crypto-accepting merchants. The move follows the arrests of the founders of a crypto exchange after they tried to set up an ATM-like kiosk at a local mall. Also […]
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Indian State Working to Help Crypto Businesses Grow
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 20:30
An Indian minister has reportedly revealed that a state government is working to protect businesses operating without a regulatory framework in India. They include cryptocurrency exchanges and crypto-accepting merchants. The move follows the arrests of the founders of a crypto exchange after they tried to set up an ATM-like kiosk at a local mall. Also […]
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Markets Update: Crypto-Capitulation Causes Uncertainty Toward Year End Prices
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 18:55
All eyes have been glued to cryptocurrency markets over the last week as a great majority of digital asset values plummeted to their lowest prices since last year. There’s been a slight price recovery and some consolidated sideways action taking place as some market observers have noted an attempt to reverse the trend may be […]
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PR: Social Messaging App DappGram Launches in New York
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 18:30
DappGram, a Telegram-like app used in blockchain field was launched in New York, attracting much attention of the regional blockchain players. Users in all regions of the world can use it for unobstructed communication. Unlike Telegram, it has functions such as wallet, quotes and transactions besides chatting. Users can monitor real-time market transactions while chatting with various project communities.
Creators of DappGram believe that the major pain point in blockchain field is the asymmetrical information exchange between blockchain companies and users. DappGram will break this boundary, and users can register with just the telephone numberW without complicated mnemonics. DappGram provides full range service from information access to real time transaction.
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Coinbase’s Chief Policy Officer Is Leaving for a Major VC Firm
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 23. 15:45
Coinbase's chief policy officer, Mike Lempres, is leaving to take on a new role at a venture capital firm, says Bloomberg. Content Creators Can Earn BCH Using the Honest Cash Platform
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 15:40
Adrian Barwicki, the creator of the Panda Suite software development kit for Bitcoin Cash (BCH), revealed on Nov. 18 that he has been working on a “Medium-like” social media platform built around the BCH network. On Nov. 22, Barwicki announced the activation of his project, Honest Cash, which allows 100 accounts the ability to experiment […]
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Gibraltar Stock Exchange Wins License for Blockchain Subsidiary
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 23. 14:00
The blockchain subsidiary of the Gibraltar Stock Exchange now has official approval from the island's financial regulator. Ethereum Developers Are Quietly Planning an Accelerated Tech Roadmap
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 23. 13:00
Internal documents show that ethereum developers are privately planning strategies to more aggressively advance the world's third-largest blockchain. The Daily: Bitpay Adds Another Stablecoin, Waves to Launch Exchange in Malta
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 12:45
In this edition of the Daily, we look at Bitpay’s decision to add the U.S. dollar-pegged PAX token to its list of settlement currencies. We also cover a couple of recent announcements in the crypto industry. Waves is preparing to launch a regulated exchange in Malta and bitcoin mining giant Bitfury is planning to establish […]
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Giga Watt Drastically Revises Assets in Updated Bankruptcy Filing
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 23. 12:00
Bankrupt U.S.-based bitcoin mining firm Giga Watt just hiked the value of its assets in a revised court filing. Bitcoin Price Eyes Recovery After Defense of Long-Term Support
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 23. 11:01
Bitcoin's defense of key long-term support for the second time in four days is a positive sign for a potential recovery rally. Bitcoin Price Eyes Double Bottom Reversal After $4K Defense
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 23. 11:01
Bitcoin's defense of key long-term support for the second time in four days is a positive sign for a potential recovery rally. PR: iCumulate – A New Era in Social Investing
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 10:30
iCumulate is an industry changing Social Investment Trading Platform and Ecosystem based on the Ethereum blockchain. The platform combines all of the communication benefits of a social network with a revolutionary trade execution interface.
Meticulously designed from the ground up by industry professionals over the last 14 months, the project has attracted high retail interest. This week they announced their TokenSale.
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Mt Gox Trustee Seeks to Extend Civil Rehabilitation Claims Deadline
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 23. 09:30
The trustee of the collapsed bitcoin exchange Mt. Gox is hoping to give creditors more time to enter civil rehabilitation claims. 5 Opsec Errors That Caused Cryptocurrency Users to Lose Everything
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 09:00
Maintaining good operational security is imperative for all web users, but it’s particularly important in the cryptocurrency space. Prying eyes are everywhere on the internet, from law enforcement to hackers and from blockchain forensics firms to data resellers. Examining the opsec errors that got several notorious bitcoiners robbed or busted yields valuable lessons we should […]
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Lightning-Powered Blog Sees 20,000 Bitcoin Micropayments in 7 Months
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 23. 08:30
The Lightning Network is already powering a real blogging platform with bitcoin micropayments. US State Takes Action Against Crypto Operation Imitating a Liechtenstein Bank
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 07:15
The U.S. state of North Dakota has issued a cease and desist order against a cryptocurrency operation imitating a fully licensed bank in Liechtenstein. This operation goes by the same name as the token announced by the bank. Its website mirrors the bank’s website and its crypto announcement was identical to the bank’s, including a […]
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US State Takes Action Against Crypto Operation Imitating a Bank
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 07:15
The U.S. state of North Dakota has issued a cease and desist order against a cryptocurrency operation imitating a fully licensed bank in Liechtenstein. This operation goes by the same name as the token announced by the bank. Its website mirrors the bank’s website and its crypto announcement was identical to the bank’s, including a […]
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Cryptocurrency Exchange Bitex Launches in the UAE
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 05:40
Bitex has officially launched as the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) newest digital asset exchange. The Dubai-based trading platform will initially support bitcoin core, bitcoin cash, ethereum and litecoin. Bitex also announced the launch of a cryptocurrency wallet that offers an additional cash deposit service, according to media reports. Also read: Market Slump Puts Crypto Derivatives in […]
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BTC-e Successor Wex Loses .nz Domain
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 03:40
Wex, the digital asset trading platform that inherited the now-defunct BTC-e exchange, has lost its wex.nz domain. According to New Zealand’s Domain Name Commission (DNC), the internet address was registered with fake contact details. Wex users have complained that they are unable to withdraw their funds from the platform. Also read: Crypto Detectives Project […]
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Norway Revokes Mining Subsidies, Bitmain Opens Washington Facility
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 01:40
In mining news, Norway will revoke electricity subsidies currently available to cryptocurrency miners at the start of next year. Also, Bitmain has opened a 12 megawatt data center in East Wenatchee, Washington, and Bitfury has announced new additions to its advisory board and board of directors. Also Read: Markets Update: Dump Drives Record BTC Volume on […]
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Bitcoin Mining News: Norway Revokes Subsidies, Bitmain Opens Washington Facility
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 23. 01:40
In mining news, Norway will revoke electricity subsidies currently available to cryptocurrency miners at the start of next year. Also, Bitmain has opened a 12 megawatt data center in East Wenatchee, Washington, and Bitfury has announced new additions to its advisory board and board of directors. Also Read: Markets Update: Dump Drives Record BTC Volume on […]
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Rosenstein Targets ICOs, FEC May Permit Political Donations Through Crypto Mining
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 23:40
In recent regulatory news, the U.S. deputy attorney general has called for international cooperation on cryptocurrency regulation. Separately, the U.S. Federal Election Commission (FEC) has prepared a draft advisory that could allow political donations in the form of mining power, while the Alabama Securities Commission has estimated that the state has brought forward 20 percent […]
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Nigeria’s Opposition Leader Promises Cryptocurrency Policy If Elected President
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 21:50
Nigeria’s main opposition leader and former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, has said the country will adopt blockchain technology and cryptocurrency if he is voted into power. In his policy document, Abubakar revealed plans to create a legal policy that, among other things, will see blockchain and cryptocurrencies taught from primary school through university. Also read: Italian […]
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Miner Goes Bankrupt, Manufacturers Stuck With Inventory, Rigs ‘Sold By Kilo’ as Scrap
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 20:00
In our latest roundup of mining-related news, we look at a few examples of the knock-on effect that the current cryptocurrency bear market is having on the global mining industry and its main hardware suppliers. Also Read: US Bank That Serves 483 Cryptocurrency Companies Is Seeking an IPO American Mining Operation Goes Bankrupt Giga Watt, a […]
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Grant Thornton Attests USDC Is Backed by Fiat, Huobi Sets Up Communist Party Branch
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 18:05
In exchange news, we look at a major accounting firm’s attestation that all USDC tokens issued by Circle are fully backed by fiat dollars. We also focus on a Huobi Group subsidiary that has set up a Chinese Communist Party branch, as well as Bakkt, which has listed the reasons behind its move into bitcoin. […]
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Market Slump Puts Crypto Derivatives in the Spotlight
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 16:15
As volatility returns to cryptocurrency markets, with serious losses over the past week or so, digital asset exchanges and other fintech platforms have again turned their attention to crypto derivatives. Instruments such as bitcoin futures contracts can help traders hedge against risks and even profit from falling prices. Also read: Isle of Man Updates Registration […]
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Norway Ends Power Tax Subsidy for Bitcoin Miners
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 22. 14:35
The Norwegian government has scrapped a subsidy on electricity tax for cryptocurrency miners in its state budget, a report says. Colorado Regulator Issued Orders Against 18 ICOs, With More on the Way
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 14:25
The U.S. authorities appear to have greatly increased their focus on initial coin offerings (ICOs). In addition to the big federal bodies that are going after them on a national level, projects are also being targeted by regulators in states such as Colorado, where another another four were put on notice on Tuesday. Also Read: […]
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Major Banks Sign Up for New EU Commission Blockchain App Association
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 22. 13:00
The European Commission, the EU's executive body, is launching a blockchain app association next year and already has major banks on board. The Daily: Binance Adds KYC, Bitcoin Businesses Block Gab
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 12:45
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week in the cryptosphere for some reason, and today, Nov. 22, is the perfect case in point. In this edition of The Daily we cover Binance’s long-anticipated move to KYC for customers and censorship-prone Gab’s struggle to obtain censorship-resistant money. Also read: Trial Begins: Bitcoin Exchange […]
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Swiss Railway Tests Blockchain Identities for Workplace Safety Boost
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 22. 12:00
Swiss Federal Railways has trialed a blockchain-based credentials management system for construction workers. $4.6K: Bitcoin’s Price Revival Has a New Target
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 22. 11:01
Bitcoin's stalled recovery rally could kick off again if prices manage to beat new resistance above $4,600. US Bank That Serves 483 Cryptocurrency Companies Is Seeking an IPO
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 10:55
Silvergate Bank, headquartered in San Diego as a California state-chartered bank, started its cryptocurrency-related business in 2013. Now its parent company wants to go public, revealing that 483 companies from the crypto industry are using the services of the “bitcoin-friendly” bank. Also Read: Survey Finds McAfee Is the Most Influential Crypto Trading Figure $1.7B of […]
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French Tobacco Retailers to Sell Bitcoin From January
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 22. 10:00
Tobacconists in France are reportedly going to be selling bitcoin vouchers to the public from New Year. Trial Begins: Bitcoin Exchange Accused of Wrongfully Reversing Trades
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 09:05
The trial over alleged wrongful reversals of seven bitcoin trades that occurred last year has reportedly begun in Singapore. Cryptocurrency exchange Quoine has been sued by a market maker. The plaintiff is seeking to recover 3,085 BTC from the exchange. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Plaintiff Seeks 3,085 BTC The trial […]
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There Is No ‘Bitcoin’: What the SEC Doesn’t Get About Cryptocurrency
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 22. 05:00
The SEC would like to establish jurisdiction over crypto assets but this is only appropriate where there are legally enforceable contracts between legal entities, argues Edan Yago. Hash Wars: BCH Community Evaluates Six Days of Battle
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 04:59
The Bitcoin Cash (BCH) blockchain split on Nov. 15 and the community are still discussing the subject at great length. Since the chain splintered into two separate networks, additional trading platforms like Coinbase and Bitstamp have re-established BCH markets by choosing to list the ABC chain with the exchange ticker “BCH.” Also Read: Indian Government Expects […]
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Italian Securities Regulator Warns Against Three Unlicensed Cryptocurrency Companies
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 03:10
Italy’s financial regulator, the National Commission for Companies and the Stock Exchange (CONSOB), has warned against three cryptocurrency companies engaged in schemes to promote cryptocurrency mining and investments. CONSOB said the companies were neither licensed nor authorized to provide the services they promised. Also read: North Korea to Hold Crypto Conference in April Cease and Desist […]
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Spain Monitors 15,000 Cryptocurrency Investors to Curb Tax Evasion
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 22. 01:10
Spain’s Ministry of the Treasury has identified 15,000 cryptocurrency investors it will monitor to prevent tax evasion and money laundering, according to local media reports. The ministry has vowed to ensure that the investors pay taxes on capital gains from digital currency transactions and that they declare any other benefits accrued from trading. Also Read: KPMG: […]
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Israeli Firm Launches Three Cryptocurrency Investment Funds
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 23:20
An Israeli investment firm has launched two cryptocurrency funds, with a third on the way. The company’s CEO explained the funds’ three investment strategies to news.Bitcoin.com. These funds are Cayman Islands-registered, available to institutional and accredited investors. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Three Funds, Investment Strategies Cryptocurrency investment firm Silver Castle has […]
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Amended Suit Against Coinbase Details Bitcoin Cash Insider Trading Claims
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 22:30
Plaintiffs in an ongoing case against Coinbase have filed an amended lawsuit explaining how they believe the exchange allowed insiders to unfairly profit from its rollout of bitcoin cash last December. Survey Finds John McAfee Is the Most Influential Crypto Trading Figure
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 21:40
Often controversial but always entertaining, John McAfee is without a doubt one of the loudest voices in crypto on social media. And a recent study has found that the old master shill is in fact the most influential figure when it comes to trading coins. Also Read: The Daily: BTC Spot Index Launches, Futures Platform […]
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Zero-Confirmation Forfeits: Adding Security to Unconfirmed BCH Transactions
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 19:50
On Nov. 20, the Bitcoin Cash developer Awemany announced the first code proposal for a concept called Zero-Confirmation Forfeits (ZCF), a protocol that adds a layer of security to zero-confirmation transactions. The ZCF mechanism allows faster payments and is designed to reduce the risks involved with double-spend attacks. Also read: Markets Update: Cryptocurrencies Shed Billions in […]
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Markets Update: Dump Drives Record BTC Volume on Binance, XRP Extends Lead Over ETH
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 18:30
Cryptocurrency markets have continued to see significant losses, with BCH, BTC, and ETH posting new lows for 2018. Despite also losing fiat value, XRP’s gains when priced in BTC have extended its dominance over ETH. Also Read: ETH Mining Not Profitable, Miner Heats Home With ASIC Rigs BCH Posts All-Time Lows BCH has continued to produce […]
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North Korea to Hold Crypto Conference in April
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 18:00
North Korea plans to host an international summit of experts from the cryptocurrency industry. The Pyongyang Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Conference will be held in April of next year at a science and technology center in the national capital. Also read: Crypto Detectives Project Rates and Investigates Suspicious ICOs Delegates to Pay €3,300 to Attend the […]
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Nearly 500 Crypto Startups Bank at Silvergate, IPO Filing Reveals
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 17:05
The California-based operator of Silvergate Bank has detailed its relationships with the cryptocurrency industry as part of its IPO filing with the SEC. ETH Mining Not Profitable, Miner Heats Home With ASIC Rigs
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 16:15
In recent mining news, Susquehanna International Group has reported that it is no longer profitable to mine ether with a GPU. In other news, a Canadian miner has taken to Twitter to share photos of a system that recycles the heat generated by his six ASIC miners, while Jihan Wu has accused Craig Wright of […]
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Circle’s Dollar-Tied Stablecoin Fully Backed, Auditor’s ‘Attestation’ Says
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 16:02
Circle Internet Financial had $127.5 million at the end of last month, enough to back the total number of USDC stablecoins in circulation. In First Since 2015, Bitcoin’s Price Is Testing a 200-Week Average
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 15:15
The pace of bitcoin’s ongoing sell-off is setting new records with every passing day, the latest being its test of a key long-term moving average for the first time in three years. Indeed, the world’s most valuable cryptocurrency network fell below its 200-week exponential moving average (EMA) of $4,180 yesterday, marking the first break of […] Bitcoin Isn’t Volatile – the World Is
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 14:30
It’s been a horrible year for cryptocurrency. Assets down an average of 90 percent, constant despair and each new day bringing fresh horror. Who’d want to be a bitcoin trader? But when you zoom out beyond the cryptosphere to gain some perspective, it turns out that crypto’s not doing so badly after all. With trillions […]
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Four More ICOs Hit with Cease-and-Desists by Colorado Securities Regulator
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 14:00
Colorado's securities watchdog has issued four more cease-and-desist orders against suspect ICOs, taking its total since May to 18. Bitcoin Mining Firm Giga Watt Declares Bankruptcy Owing Millions
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 13:00
U.S.-based bitcoin mining firm Giga Watt has declared bankruptcy with millions still owed to creditors. SEC Investigates Salt Lending’s ICO, Huobi Advises Russian Bank on DLT
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 12:30
In recent regulatory news, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly launched an investigation into Salt Lending’s 2017 initial coin offering. Separately, the SEC revealed that it has stopped accepting public comments on nine bitcoin exchange-traded funds that it rejected in August, and digital asset exchange Huobi has announced that it is providing […]
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The Crypto Insurance Market May Total $6 Billion. That’s Nowhere Near Enough
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 12:00
There is less than $5 billion of global capacity to insure crypto wallets held in custody. Coinbase has secured a significant chunk of that. Crypto Insurance Is Hard to Come By. Unless You’re Coinbase
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 12:00
There is less than $5 billion of global capacity to insure crypto wallets held in custody. Coinbase has secured a significant chunk of that. $5K Bounce? Bitcoin Price May Have Hit Bottom For Now
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 11:01
Bitcoin could be in for a stronger recovery rally in the next few days, having found a temporary low near $4,000. The Daily: BTC Spot Index Launches, Futures Platform Delayed
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 10:50
In today’s edition of The Daily, we cover a number of developments in the institutional segment, including a new BTC spot index, a delay in the launch of a futures platform and an investment by Binance in an over-the-counter (OTC) trading desk in San Francisco. We also cover an investigation into Tether and, on a […]
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VanEck Subsidiary Launches Index Tracking OTC Bitcoin Performance
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 10:00
MV Index Solutions, a subsidiary of investment management firm VanEck, has launched a new index tracking the OTC performance of bitcoin. VanEck Subsidiary Launches Index Tracking OTC Bitcoin Price
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 10:00
MV Index Solutions, a subsidiary of investment management firm VanEck, has launched a new index tracking the OTC performance of bitcoin. Bitfury Adds Former SEC Commissioner to Advisory Board
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 09:00
Former SEC Commissioner Annette Nazareth is joining the advisory board of crypto mining firm Bitfury. Bitcoin Cash Is Now Two Blockchains – That Might Not Change Anytime Soon
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 21. 05:20
It’s been six days since the bitcoin cash split and the ongoing threat of one chain sabotaging the other has yet to materialize. Indian Government Expects to Finalize Cryptocurrency Bill Next Month
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 01:05
The Indian government has reportedly filed an affidavit with the country’s supreme court detailing its progress on cryptocurrency regulations. “Serious efforts are going on” to prepare the draft crypto bill and report, the government explained. The two are expected to be discussed by the inter-ministerial committee by next month. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into […]
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Indian Government Expects to Finalize Crypto Bill Next Month
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 21. 01:05
The Indian government has reportedly filed an affidavit with the country’s supreme court detailing its progress on cryptocurrency regulations. “Serious efforts are going on” to prepare the draft crypto bill and report, the government explained. The two are expected to be discussed by the inter-ministerial committee by next month. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into […]
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KPMG: Institutional Investment Key to Cryptoassets Growth
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 23:05
Auditors KPMG have published a report stressing the need for institutional investors to join the cryptocurrency industry. The report outlines the importance of cryptoassets as an investment alternative and how institutional investors can take part in the process. Also Read: Zimbabweans Use BTC to Pay For Food Hampers Amid Foreign Currency Crisis ‘Digital Assets Have Potential, […]
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Bitcoin Cash SV’s ‘Blockchain Reorg’ Likely an Accidental Split, Not an Attack
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 22:30
Bitcoin Cash SV's block reorganization yesterday may have been the result of a stress test, rather than an attack. Crypto Detectives Project Rates and Investigates Suspicious ICOs
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 21:05
An online platform created in Russia has set a noble goal of making the cryptocurrency industry safer for investors. The project investigates initial coin offerings (ICOs) that have raised suspicions and performs the due diligence for free. A report about each ICO is then published containing ? summary of the findings and a conclusion about […]
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Capitulation? This Bitcoin Sell-Off Still Isn’t as Extreme as 2015’s
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 19:16
The cryptocurrency market has lost nearly 30 percent of its total value in the past 7-days alone, leaving many to wonder if an end to the bear market is in sight. Zimbabweans Use BTC to Pay for Food Hampers Amid Foreign Currency Crisis
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 19:05
Study263, a Zimbabwean-owned fintech startup operating from South Africa, has opened an online store allowing Zimbabweans to buy food hampers that are delivered directly to their homes. Shoppers have the option to pay for items like cooking oil and baked beans in BTC, Paypal or Ecocash, a local mobile money payment system. Also Read: Ivy and […]
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PR: Lightning Fast Stablecoin USDX Launches Token Sale
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 18:30
Stablecoins have been a hot topic in 2018, and many different companies are creating cryptocurrencies for P2P payments. The USDX Wallet payment system stands out from these overly complicated and undeveloped projects by delivering rapid and secure transactions with the ease of sending a text. Whether you are depositing money, organizing international money transfers, paying salaries, or making non-cash transactions, this digital payment system is a secure and reliable choice.
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Crypto Payments Processor BitPay to Support Paxos Stablecoin
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 17:59
BitPay is integrating the Paxos Standard stablecoin into its services, allowing merchants to utilize the token to settle transactions. ICE’s Bakkt Delays Bitcoin Futures Launch
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 17:12
Bakkt has delayed the launch of its bitcoin futures launch to January 2019. Markets Update: Cryptocurrencies Shed Billions in Bloody Sell-Off
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 17:05
Cryptocurrency enthusiasts have been glued to the price charts over the last 48 hours as digital assets across the entire crypto-economy have plunged significantly. Since our last markets update two days ago, the digital currency ecosystem has lost over $30 billion and the overall market capitalization of all 2,000+ coins now sits at around $159 […]
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UK Could Ban Some Crypto Derivatives, Says Financial Watchdog Exec
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 16:50
The U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority is considering a ban on some cryptocurrency-based derivatives, a senior executive has said. Bitcoin’s Price On Pace to Post Worst Month Yet in 2018
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 16:10
Bitcoin's sell-off has accelerated and put the cryptocurrency on pace to record its worst monthly performance of the year. Bitcoin Price Now On Pace to Post Worst Month in 2018
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 16:10
Bitcoin's sell-off has accelerated and put the cryptocurrency on pace to record its worst monthly performance of the year. Report: US Officials Are Probing Tether Role in Bitcoin Market Manipulation
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 15:10
The U.S. DOJ is reportedly probing Tether and Bitfinex over whether they artificially boosted bitcoin's price using the USDT stablecoin. OKEx Blasts ‘Defamatory’ Allegations Amid BCH Futures Settlement Furor
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 14:30
OKEx has pushed back against allegations made by a trading firm over its forced settlement of bitcoin cash futures contracts last week. Bchd Developers Announce Neutrino Wallet for Bitcoin Cash in Beta
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 14:15
Named after the subatomic particle that can pass right through the entire planet without being detected, neutrino is meant to be a lightweight wallet with enhanced privacy features. And Bchd developers are now bringing it over to the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) ecosystem in beta mode. Also Read: Thai Central Banker: A National Cryptocurrency Is Years […]
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The Daily: Fake Trezors, Catching Knives, Stablecoins With Everything
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 12:20
There aren’t many prices that cryptocurrency traders can bear to look at right now, but stablecoins are one of the few exceptions. In this edition of The Daily, we consider the latest cryptocurrency niche that dollar-pegged coins are encroaching on, but not before we’ve addressed the serious business of fake hardware wallets and how to […]
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Russian ICO That Impersonated Bank Hit With Cease-and-Desist
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 12:15
North Dakota has issued a cease-and-desist against a Russia-based ICO for copying a bank's website to promote "potentially fraudulent securities." Bitcoin Price Drops to $4,200 Despite Record Low On RSI
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 11:01
Bitcoin’s price continues to slide despite the oversold conditions signaled on the technical charts for the last six days. Everything That’s Wrong With Roubini’s Central Bank Crypto Love Letter
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 10:30
Whenever Nouriel Roubini talks smack about Bitcoin, it’s hard to know how to respond. Do you ignore “Dr. Doom,” mindful of the mantra to not feed the trolls? Or do you tackle him head on, shooting down his fallacies, but granting the attention he so desperately craves? It’s a conundrum, but in the case of […]
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Singapore’s Stock Exchange Clarifies Rules for Listed Firms Issuing ICOs
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 10:01
Singapore Exchange has clarified the rules for publicly listed companies planning to conduct token sales. Bitcoin Smart Contract Startup RSK Unveils New Infrastructure Project
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 09:00
RSK Labs is operating under a new banner, with an emphasis on creating a range of open-source protocols for blockchain infrastructure. Fear, Loathing and Opportunity: How Crypto Traders Are Handling the Drop
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 08:45
The last 24 hours have been the worst the cryptocurrency markets have seen since the 24 hours prior. Things have been looking grim for weeks in fact, but on Nov. 19 the situation went from bad to critical as BTC fell below $4,500, dragging the rest of the market down with it. While some investors […]
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Singapore Finalizes Regulatory Framework for Cryptocurrency Payment Services
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 06:55
The central bank of Singapore has finalized the country’s new regulatory framework for payment services, which now includes cryptocurrency. Crypto payment service providers, which fall outside of the current regulatory framework, will need to be licensed under the new regime. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Regulating Crypto Payment Services The Monetary […]
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Singapore Finalizes Regulatory Framework for Crypto Payment Services
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 06:55
The central bank of Singapore has finalized the country’s new regulatory framework for payment services, which now includes cryptocurrency. Crypto payment service providers, which fall outside of the current regulatory framework, will need to be licensed under the new regime. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Regulating Crypto Payment Services The Monetary […]
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Alabama: The Unlikely Frontline for America’s Crypto Fraud Crackdown
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 20. 05:01
Alabama's securities agency has lead the way on enforcement against ICO fraudsters, using investigation techniques pioneered chasing gun runners. Greek Court Accused of Violating the Rights of Alleged Btc-e Operator, Postpones Hearing
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 04:55
The judges at the Greek supreme court have been accused of violating Alexander Vinnik’s rights. The alleged Btc-e operator has been detained in Greece since July last year. The hearing against his extradition to France has also reportedly been postponed. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Rights Violation Alexander Vinnik, who allegedly […]
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Court Accused of Violating the Rights of Alleged Btc-e Operator
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 20. 04:55
The judges at the Greek supreme court have been accused of violating Alexander Vinnik’s rights. The alleged Btc-e operator has been detained in Greece since July last year. The hearing against his extradition to France has also reportedly been postponed. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Rights Violation Alexander Vinnik, who allegedly […]
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Swiss Crypto Exchange-Traded Product Launching Nov. 21, But It’s Not an ETF
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 23:40
New.Bitcoin.com has confirmed that the exchange-traded product tracking an index of five leading cryptocurrencies will start trading on Switzerland’s principal stock exchange on Nov. 21. The exchange has also confirmed that this product is not an exchange-traded fund (ETF). The country’s financial regulator, Finma, explains the differences. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto […]
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Smart Contract Developers May Be Held Liable by the SEC
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 22:40
Nick Szabo invented them but has reservations about what they’ve become. Vitalik Buterin adopted them but now regrets using their name. Dangerous when coded badly, and powerful when used intelligently, smart contracts have become a critical component of the cryptoconomy. Their code serves as the bond that glues the tokenized ecosystem together. Now, just to […]
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A Historically Strong Month for Crypto, November Is Off to a Brutal Start
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 22:22
The cryptocurrency market rout accelerated today as bitcoin (BTC) fell below $5,000 for the first time in 13-months. Hash Wars: A Successful BCH Upgrade and a ‘High Risk’ Exchange Listing
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 21:40
It’s been close to four days since the Bitcoin Cash upgrade and the blockchain split that occurred on Nov. 15. Since the acrimonious fork, a lot has happened within the BCH ecosystem including a few exchanges listing both chains as separate coins. Also Read: Another ‘Satoshi Message’ Attempts to Sway Public Opinion, But Fails Bitcoincash.org States […]
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IBM, Columbia University Launch Blockchain Accelerator Programs
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 21:40
Columbia University and IBM are launching a pair of tech accelerators to aid blockchain startups in their early phases. Bitcoin Cash Developers Launch Beta Bchd Client Written in Golang
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 19:40
On Nov. 18, a few days after the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) fork, Openbazaar developer Chris Pacia announced the launch of Bchd, a full node implementation of the BCH chain written in Golang. Pacia and contributors have detailed that it’s been over two months since the Bchd client was forked from Btcd reference code and so […]
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Bcoin Developers Release Cross-Chain Atomic Swap Application
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 17:40
On Friday, Nov. 16, the developers behind the full node projects Bcoin and Bcash announced an application that allows users to complete cross-chain atomic swaps between both the BCH and BTC chains. The Bcoin programmers have also released a guide, videos and code for beginners and experts who want to swap BTC for BCH in […]
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DOJ’s Rosenstein: Regulators Can’t Let Criminals ‘Hide Behind’ Crypto
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 17:35
Deputy U.S. Attorney General Rod Rosenstein called for a multinational approach to regulating cryptocurrencies Sunday. Below $5K: Bitcoin Drops $500 on Day to Set New 2018 Low
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 16:42
The price of bitcoin fell below $5,000 on Monday for the first time since October of last year. Below $5K: Bitcoin Drops $500 to Set New 2018 Low
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 16:42
The price of bitcoin fell below $5,000 on Monday for the first time since October of last year. Thai Central Banker: A National Cryptocurrency Is Years Away
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 16:00
Central bankers have been talking about issuing their own digital coins ever since they first saw the appeal that bitcoin holds for many people. However, the latest indications point to it being a very long time until we will see national crypto assets coming from any stable economies. Also Read: The Daily: Teens Want Bitcoin, […]
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US Election Commission Says Crypto Mining For Political Campaigns Is ‘Permissible’
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 16:00
The FEC is open to allowing mining pools to donate to political campaigns, but such donations would qualify as "contributions." Huobi Creates New Committee to Work With China’s Communist Party
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 15:25
Cryptocurrency exchange operator Huobi Group has set up a Communist Party committee at a Beijing-based subsidiary. Report: Censorship-Prone EOS ‘Needs to Re-Architect Its Infrastructure’
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 14:15
EOS, the $4 billion blockchain project developed by Dan Larimer, has been savaged in an exhaustive new review. The 17,000-word report, based on extensive laboratory testing, concludes that EOS’s real-world throughput isn’t much better than Ethereum’s and that its consensus algorithm doesn’t function properly. “In order to succeed as a base layer protocol, EOS needs […]
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Crypto Exchange-Traded Product to Launch on Swiss Stock Exchange
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 13:40
The first ever exchange-traded product tracking multiple cryptocurrencies will start trading next week on Switzerland's Six stock exchange. Ivy and Hiveex Launch Ivypay to Facilitate Consumer Bill Payments in Australia
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 12:30
Ivypay, a cryptocurrency-based payments platform, was launched in Australia on Nov. 19. The service — built by blockchain company Ivy in partnership with Hiveex, a cryptocurrency broker — allows Australians to use digital currencies to pay bills and transfer money directly into their bank accounts. Also Read: Islamic Countries Challenge USD ‘Sanctioning Tool’ With Planned Common […]
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Traders Claim Losses After OKEx Suddenly Settles Bitcoin Cash Contracts
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 12:30
Traders have reportedly incurred losses after OKEx settled bitcoin cash futures contracts with little warning ahead of last week's hard fork. Smart Contract Developers May Be Held Liable by the SEC
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 11:30
Nick Szabo invented them but has reservations about what they’ve become. Vitalik Buterin adopted them but now regrets using their name. Dangerous when coded badly, and powerful when used intelligently, smart contracts have become a critical component of the cryptoconomy. Their code serves as the bond that glues the tokenized ecosystem together. Now, just to […]
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Bitcoin Price Hits 13-Month Low as Crypto Market Slumps
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 11:00
Bitcoin (BTC) dropped to its lowest level since October 2017 on Monday, as losses are seen across the broader crypto market. The Daily: Okcoin-Backed Studio Raises $16M, Coinbase-Funded Game to Enter Beta
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 10:45
In today’s edition of The Daily, we focus on the intersection between the cryptocurrency industry and gaming. A game startup recently raised $16 million from investors such as Okcoin and Galaxy Digital, while the developers of a game backed by the investment arm of Coinbase have released a new gameplay trailer. And in related news, […]
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The Daily: Teenagers Want Bitcoin for Christmas, Coinbase-Funded Game to Enter Beta
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 19. 10:45
In today’s edition of The Daily, we focus on the intersection between the cryptocurrency industry and gaming. A game startup recently raised $16 million from investors such as Okcoin and Galaxy Digital, while the developers of a game backed by the investment arm of Coinbase have released a new gameplay trailer. And in related news, […]
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Crypto Exchange Kraken Warns Traders Against Bitcoin Cash SV
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 10:05
Kraken has warned that the new bitcoin cash token, BCH SV, does not meet its standard listing requirements and is a “high risk” investment. Crypto Exchange Kraken Warns Traders Over Bitcoin Cash SV ‘Red Flags’
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 10:05
Kraken has warned that the new bitcoin cash token, BCH SV, doesn't meet its listing requirements and should be seen as a “high risk” investment. Beyond Price: Why We Need a Better Way to Value Crypto Assets
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 09:00
As institutional investors enter the market, it’s vital that they set aside their dollar-centric valuation models and recognize that value is a different concept in the crypto world. 7 Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix and Google Staffers That Went Full Crypto
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 19. 05:32
“Follow the talent.” It’s a maxim investor Chris Burniske tweeted recently to underscore another tweet from AngelList co-founder Naval Ravikant when he wrote back in March: “Blockchains are now sucking in top-tier Silicon Valley tech talent faster than any boom since the Internet.” Yet, as the first flurries of crypto winter blow, this narrative has hardly cooled. We heard […] Cryptocurrency Memes: The Only Assets That Can Survive a Bear Market
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 18. 22:45
If there are two things a bear market’s good for, it’s building and memeing. Your portfolio might be down, but if you’re anything like crypto Twitter, your meme bank will be filled to overflowing with riches. Bloody markets make for marvelous memes. Also read: Another ‘Satoshi Message’ Attempts to Sway Public Opinion, But Fails Bears Everywhere Twelve […]
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Major Venezuelan Department Store Chain Accepts Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 18. 20:45
The people of Venezuela have been forced to cope with an increasingly difficult economic situation in recent years. This has led to a loss of trust in government-issued fiat by the population in a way that many believe exemplifies the need for cryptocurrency. This may account for why a major Venezuelan department store chain accepts […]
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Cryptocurrency Markets Consolidate Near 2018 Low
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 18. 18:45
The drama surrounding the recent Bitcoin Cash fork has comprised the catalyst for significant action across the cryptocurrency market, with both BCH and BTC posting new lows for 2018 on Nov. 15. Meanwhile, XRP has again overtaken ETH to rank as the second largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization. Also Read: Crypto Exchange-Traded Product Live on Swiss […]
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Smart Contract Developers May Be Held Liable by the SEC
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 18. 16:45
Nick Szabo invented them but has reservations about what they’ve become. Vitalik Buterin adopted them but now regrets using their name. Dangerous when coded badly, and powerful when used intelligently, smart contracts have become a critical component of the cryptoconomy. Their code serves as the bond that glues the tokenized ecosystem together. Now, just to […]
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Markets Update: Traders Expecting Major BCH Action When Exchanges Open
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 18. 14:40
It’s been a pretty hectic week for cryptocurrency enthusiasts as the infamous Bitcoin Cash hash war has unfolded. Overall, the cryptocurrency economy has lost billions since our last markets update, with the entire market worth roughly $188 billion on Sunday, Nov. 18. Also read: Cryptocurrency ATM Growth Spikes Exponentially to 4,000 Machines Worldwide Riding […]
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The Daily: US Bank to Issue Crypto Cards, Coinbase Updates Wallet
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 18. 12:45
In Sunday’s edition of The Daily, we cover the upcoming launch of a new Visa debit card that will allow users in the U.S. to spend cryptocurrencies through conversion to fiat. We also mention the updated Coinbase wallet and take a look at an educational course that’s going to reward students with digital coins. […]
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Huobi Exchange’s Plans for Russia Go Well Beyond Crypto Trading
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 18. 12:00
Huobi exchange, which just opened an office in Moscow, wants to lend money and rent space to Russian miners, shape the country's regulations and train local blockchain talent. Deloitte Blockchain Chief: Bad Crypto Headlines Making Clients ‘Nervous’
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 18. 11:30
Hype around ICOs and altcoins “hasn’t helped us,” says Linda Pawczuk, leader of Deloitte Consulting’s financial services industry blockchain group. Cryptocurrency Exchange-Traded Product Live on Swiss Stock Exchange Next Week
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 18. 06:55
An exchange-traded product tracking an index of five leading cryptocurrencies reportedly will start trading on Switzerland’s Six stock exchange next week. The product will be available to both retail and institutional investors. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Trading on Six Swiss Exchange The Financial Times reported on Friday that Switzerland’s Six […]
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Crypto Exchange-Traded Product Live on Swiss Stock Exchange Next Week
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 18. 06:55
An exchange-traded product tracking an index of five leading cryptocurrencies reportedly will start trading on Switzerland’s Six stock exchange next week. The product will be available to both retail and institutional investors. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Trading on Six Swiss Exchange The Financial Times reported on Friday that Switzerland’s Six […]
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More Crypto Exchanges Opening in Thailand, SEC Warns Approvals Needed
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 18. 01:20
A growing number of companies are entering the cryptocurrency space in Thailand. However, they have not applied for approval from the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), prompting the regulator to issue several warnings against unapproved operators. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Companies Entering Thai Crypto Space Since Thailand enacted its […]
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The Cobo Vault Hardware Wallet Will Outlive You
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 17. 21:20
The arms race between hardware wallet manufacturers is showing no signs of abating. Every new device must be more secure, robust and impregnable than its predecessor to claim the bragging rights and earn the shekels of the crypto rich, to whom nothing but the best will do. The Cobo Vault is the latest hardware wallet […]
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Crypto Experts From Sanctioned Countries to Receive Training in Crimea
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 17. 19:20
The leading crypto industry association in Crimea has proposed establishing an international training center to prepare experts from countries that have been placed under western sanctions. The idea is to use advanced technologies associated with cryptocurrencies to attract foreign investors to these jurisdictions. Also read: Estonia Issues Over 900 Licenses to Cryptocurrency Businesses Plan for […]
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Another ‘Satoshi Message’ Attempts to Sway Public Opinion, But Fails
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 17. 17:20
It’s been a crazy week in cryptocurrency land as a large portion of the community watched the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network split into two chains on Nov. 15. Following the 24 hours of the BCH hash war, an interesting message was found stemming from block height 9 that claims there is an “issue with Segwit.” […]
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Hash Wars: BCH Proponents Confident a Resolution Is in Sight
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 17. 15:15
On Saturday, Nov. 17, the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) community entered the third day of its hash war, with many supporters growing confident that a resolution may be in sight. Close to 300 blocks have been mined on the Bitcoin ABC side of the chain using the new consensus ruleset, which has also given the network […]
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The Daily: New Woe for ICOs, Bitcoin Cash Trading Resumes
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 17. 13:30
In Saturday’s edition of The Daily, we examine Q3’s figures for initial coin offerings, and ponder where they go from here in the wake of fresh SEC scrutiny. We also take a look at how exchanges are reacting to the Bitcoin Cash fork. Some platforms have already enabled deposits and withdrawals, while others are waiting […]
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Stablecoin Purchases Surged Amid Wednesday’s Crypto Market Drop
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 17. 11:00
The broader cryptocurrency market plummeted on Wednesday, but stablecoins in particular saw no shortage of buyers. Tutorial: How to Use CoinDesk’s Crypto-Economics Explorer
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 17. 10:30
CoinDesk's Crypto-Economics Explorer is our innovative new data tool that brings together a host of data types. Here's how to make the most of it. Estonia Issues Over 900 Licenses to Cryptocurrency Businesses
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 17. 09:15
In less than a year since Estonia introduced licensing for companies operating in the cryptocurrency industry, the number of licenses issued has surpassed 900. Authorities in the Baltic country have adopted a rather progressive approach to regulating the crypto space but startups have complained that local banks are still reluctant to offer them regular services. […]
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A Brief Introduction to Voluntaryism for Crypto Neophytes
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 17. 04:30
The blockchain space appeals to freethinkers, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Many of these iconoclasts practice voluntaryism, although a philosophy which new entrants may have not heard about. This is because they entered into the ecosystem from the financial realm, and their sole focus has been on accumulating more wealth. This is a shame. The impetus for cypherpunks […]
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Free Keene Activists Launch Bitcoin Embassy New Hampshire
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 17. 02:30
Keene, New Hampshire is well known city for libertarian philosophies and more recently as a hotbed for cryptocurrencies. On Monday, Nov. 12, crypto advocates from the region have announced the launch of a new educational center called the Bitcoin Embassy New Hampshire. Also Read: Libertarian Hotspot the Free Keene Project Bolsters More Crypto-Adoption New Hampshire Bitcoin […]
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Islamic Countries Challenge USD ‘Sanctioning Tool’ With Planned Common Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 17. 00:30
Muslim countries around the world are planning to push back against the U.S. dollar’s long global dominance by creating a common digital currency for use in Islamic states. The dollar has evolved into a “sanctioning tool,” charged Erol Yarar, chairman of the Muslim-focused business lobby group International Business Forum (IBF). It has lost its purpose […]
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After Friday’s SEC Actions, Experts Say ICO Party ‘Is Truly Over’
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 22:45
Friday's charges against Airfox and Paragon Coin may hint at how the SEC will regulate ICOs going forward. SEC Settles Charges With Two ICO Issuers
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 21:40
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has settled charges with two initial coin offering issuers. These cases are the commission’s first to impose civil penalties “solely for ICO securities offering registration violations.” Both companies have agreed to refund investors, pay penalties, and register their tokens as securities. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the […]
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Hash Wars: Day Two and the Anticipation for BCH Trading Platforms to Reopen
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 17:20
It has been close to 24 hours since the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) blockchain split on Nov. 15, and the community is assessing the first day of battle. At the time of writing, both chains are still operational and the ABC chain has a 32-block lead on the SV chain. Now many BCH supporters are patiently […]
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ECB Official Decries Bitcoin as ‘Evil Spawn’ of Financial Crisis, Ripple Consolidates Lawsuits
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 16:10
In recent regulatory news, an executive board member of the European Central Bank (ECB) has given a dismissive appraisal of bitcoin and rejected the prospect of central banks issuing state-backed digital currencies in the foreseeable future. In other news, Ripple Labs has moved to consolidate three lawsuits into a single federal suit, while the police […]
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SEC Settles Securities Registration Charges Against 2 ICO Startups
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 15:57
The SEC has settled charges with crypto startups Airfox and Paragon for securities law violations. Crypto Job Interest ‘Still Strong’ Despite Decline, Says Indeed
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 14:45
Interest from both employers and job seekers in blockchain and cryptocurrency-related jobs has declined in the past year, Indeed.com data indicates. Nvidia Misses Q3 Revenue Target as Cryptocurrency Slump Weighs on Business
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 14:30
Shares of Nvidia plunged as much as 17 percent in after-hours trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market on Thursday, after the U.S. bitcoin mining equipment maker reported unexpectedly weak revenue for the third quarter. In premarket trading at the time of writing on Friday, Nvidia was down 16.01 percent at $169.99. Also Read: Canaan Hong Kong […]
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Bitcoin Puzzle Artist’s Blockchain Gaming Startup Valued at $13 Million
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 14:00
One of the bitcoin community’s best-known artists is gearing up to launch a blockchain-powered video game with investor backing. Bitcoin Puzzle Artist’s Crypto Gaming Startup Now Valued at $13 Million
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 14:00
One of the bitcoin community’s best-known artists is gearing up to launch a blockchain-powered video game with investor backing. Major Exchanges Are Already Distributing New Bitcoin Cash Tokens
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 13:31
After yesterday's split of the bitcoin cash blockchain, several top exchanges have already accommodated the resulting two tokens. The Daily: Bitsane Introduces Tether-Euro Pair, Covesting Launches in Gibraltar
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 12:45
In Friday’s edition of The Daily, we look at Bitsane’s decision to list tether (USDT) and trade it against the euro. We also cover two other recent announcements in the crypto-space. Digital asset trading platform Covesting is launching operations in Gibraltar, where it has obtained a distributed ledger technology license. And Swissone, a Zug-based digital […]
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Erik Voorhees, Salt Lending Being Investigated by SEC, Report Says
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 12:10
Crypto loans startup Salt and its former CEO are said to be under investigation by the SEC, according to the The Wall Street Journal. Bitcoin Price Pattern Suggests a Bounce May Be Coming
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 11:30
If past events are a guide, bitcoin could in for a recovery rally, following the formation of a "long-legged doji" on the charts Thursday. Bitcoin Charts Suggest Price Bounce Coming
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 11:30
If past events are a guide, bitcoin could in for a recovery rally, following the formation of a "long-legged doji" on the charts Thursday. Bitcoin Charts Suggest Price Bounce May Be Coming
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 11:30
If past events are a guide, bitcoin could in for a recovery rally, following the formation of a "long-legged doji" on the charts Thursday. Poles to Pay 19% Tax on Income From Cryptocurrency Transactions
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 10:40
The government of Poland recently submitted amended income tax regulations for approval by President Andrzej Duda. The updated framework, which includes provisions referring to cryptocurrencies, is expected to enter into force on Jan. 1, 2019. Also read: Growing Number of Crypto Companies Operating From Belarus Crypto-To-Crypto Transactions Will Not Be Taxed The changes, long-awaited by […]
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The Giant Bitcoin Rat Is Back And This Time It’s After Alan Greenspan
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 10:00
The artist behind a giant, inflatable, rat-shaped piece of protest art dedicated to bitcoin is at it again – this time at the DC Fed. ECB Official Calls Bitcoin ‘Evil Spawn of the Financial Crisis’
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 09:06
ECB executive board member Benoît Cœuré has discussed potential uses for blockchain at central banks, but he's really not keen on bitcoin. Web Giants Censor Bitchute and Bloom
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 08:50
Another week, another slew of projects banned by major web platforms. Paypal has ejected Bitchute, a Youtube competitor that champions free speech, while Facebook has banned ad campaigns by Bloom that promoted a rival service. The deplatforming of these projects has reinforced the case for censorship-resistant platforms. Also read: Miner Abandons Swedish County, Leaves $1.5M in […]
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Hash Wars: ABC Chain Leaps More Than 50 Blocks Ahead
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 06:30
All eyes were on the Bitcoin Cash network today as the blockchain split into two after the last common block was found on the chain at height 556766. So far both chains have been chugging along, but at the time of writing, the ABC side is well over 50 blocks ahead of the SV chain. […]
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Bitfinex’s Parent Company Has a New Offshore Services Provider
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 16. 05:09
iFinex, the parent company of Bitfinex, has parted ways with its old offshore services provider for a new firm. Stablecoins Demand More Trust than Fiat Currency
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 03:05
This article about the problem with stablecoins was written by Kevin Murcko, the CEO at cryptocurrency exchange, CoinMetro, and forex broker, FXPIG. Stablecoins — digital coins which peg their value rigidly to the dollar, the euro, or a collage of national currencies — are all the rage right now. Tether, in particular, is on everyone’s […]
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Japanese Regulator Unveils Plan to Regulate Cryptocurrency Wallet Services
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 01:05
Japan’s top financial regulator, the Financial Services Agency, has unveiled a plan to regulate cryptocurrency wallet services. The regulator has put forward a number of regulatory measures as well as proposing how to implement them. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space The Plan The Financial Services Agency (FSA) held its ninth cryptocurrency […]
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Japanese Regulator Unveils Plan to Regulate Wallet Services
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 16. 01:05
Japan’s top financial regulator, the Financial Services Agency, has unveiled a plan to regulate cryptocurrency wallet services. The regulator has put forward a number of regulatory measures as well as proposing how to implement them. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space The Plan The Financial Services Agency (FSA) held its ninth cryptocurrency […]
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French Financial Markets Regulator Estimates ICOs Have Raised $21.9B Globally Since 2014
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 23:05
France’s financial markets regulator, the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF), has published a report examining trends relating to initial coin offerings. The AMF describes ICOs as a “marginal” method of financing, estimating that the global ICO industry has raised €19.4 billion ($21.9 billion) since 2014. Also Read: Russian Developers to Help Iran Build Its Crypto-Economy Significant […]
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French Financial Markets Regulator Estimates ICOs Have Raised $21.9B Globally
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 23:05
France’s financial markets regulator, the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF), has published a report examining trends relating to initial coin offerings. The AMF describes ICOs as a “marginal” method of financing, estimating that the global ICO industry has raised €19.4 billion ($21.9 billion) since 2014. Also Read: Russian Developers to Help Iran Build Its Crypto-Economy Significant […]
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What We Know About Bitcoin Cash’s Two Blockchains
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 22:30
The bitcoin cash blockchain officially split today into two competing networks – but the story seems to be far from over. What We Know About Bitcoin Cash’s Two Competing Blockchains
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 22:30
The bitcoin cash blockchain officially split today into two competing networks – but the story seems to be far from over. What We Know About Bitcoin Cash’s Two Rival Blockchains
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 22:30
The bitcoin cash blockchain officially split today into two competing networks – but the story seems to be far from over. Miner Abandons Swedish County, Leaves $1.5M in Unpaid Electricity Bills
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 21:35
Two mining companies with operations in Sweden have reportedly abandoned their facilities in the country’s northernmost county of Norrbotten. One of the companies, U.S. miner NGDC, appears to have suddenly fled from the area, leaving $1.55 million in unpaid electricity bills in its wake. Also Read: Seba Crypto Eyes Swiss Bank License, Independent Reserve Integrates Tax […]
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Binance Warns Iranian Traders to Withdraw Crypto Amid Sanctions
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 21:00
Binance is advising its remaining users in Iran to withdraw their money as the cryptocurrency exchange seeks to comply with international sanctions. Coinbase Ventures Backs Home Crypto Mining Startup Coinmine
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 20:05
Coinmine is a new startup that aims to make in-home mining accessible for non-technical users, based in Los Angeles and founded by Farb Nivi and Justin Lambert. The company has reportedly raised about $2 million from VC funds and angel investors such as Coinbase Ventures and Tinder Chief Product Officer Brian Norgard. Also Read: Kucoin […]
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Hash Wars: The Bitcoin Cash Hard Fork Has Begun
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 19:08
Today Thursday, Nov. 15, a great majority of the cryptocurrency community is fixated on the contentious Bitcoin Cash (BCH) hard fork and watching the spectacle with great anticipation. At approximately 1:00 p.m. EST miners backing both implementations started the fork process in order to change the Bitcoin Cash protocol ruleset. Currently, at the time of […]
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Bitcoin Cash’s Blockchain Hard Fork Just Went Live
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 18:05
A contentious hard fork on the bitcoin cash blockchain has been activated. Bitcoin Cash Just Officially Split Into Two Competing Blockchains
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 18:05
A contentious hard fork on the bitcoin cash blockchain has been activated. Bitcoin Cash Just Split Into Two Blockchains
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 18:05
A contentious hard fork on the bitcoin cash blockchain has been activated. Canaan’s Hong Kong Listing Plans in Limbo
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 18:05
Plans by bitcoin mining equipment manufacturer Canaan to list shares on the Hong Kong stock exchange are now uncertain, as the Chinese company’s application for an initial public offering (IPO) expired on Nov. 14 — exactly six months after it submitted the documents to the Asian bourse. Also Read: Bitcoin ATMs Most Common Scam Payment Method […]
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This Bitcoin Skeptic Wants to Make ‘Stable’ Cryptos for Venezuela
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 17:00
Economist Steve Hanke has joined the board of advisors for the P2P cryptocurrency exchange AirTM and will guide its Latin American expansion, including a new system for price-stable assets he will design. Canadian Court to Take Custody of Quadrigacx Funds, NYDIG Gets Bitlicense
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 16:35
In recent regulatory news, a Canadian court plans to take custody of $19.5 million of funds that Quadrigacx deposited with the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce before they were frozen due to competing ownership claims. Also, New York state regulators have granted the 14th Bitlicense to New York Digital Investment Group, and it has been […]
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Coinbase-Backed ‘Gods Unchained’ Releases Gameplay Trailer
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 16:23
The makers of the ethereum-based fantasy card game released a new video, giving players a feel for what to expect. Police Arrest 8 Over Alleged $68 Million Crypto Pyramid Scheme in Japan
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 16:00
Police in Tokyo have arrested eight men alleged to have run a cryptocurrency pyramid scheme that amassed about $68.70 million. Ahead of Bitcoin Cash Fork, Hash Power Still Favors SV Camp
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 15:40
Bitcoin cash's ongoing hash war remains lopsided, with mining pools supporting Bitcoin SV controlling nearly 75 percent of the current network. Ahead of Bitcoin Cash Fork, Mining Power Still Favors SV
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 15:40
Bitcoin cash's ongoing hash war remains lopsided, with mining pools supporting Bitcoin SV controlling nearly 75 percent of the current network. Seba Crypto Expects Swiss Banking License, Independent Reserve Integrates Tax Tool
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 15:10
In recent exchange news, Seba Crypto AG has predicted that it will receive a Swiss banking license within the first half of 2019. We also look at the Independent Reserve, which has integrated a tax estimator tool into its user interface, as well as Point95 Global, which has announced plans to launch a “crypto quantitative […]
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Binance Exchange Will List Circle’s USDC Stablecoin This Week
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 15:00
Binance, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges by trading volume, is adding support for Circle-issued stablecoin USDC. Binance Exchange Will List the USDC Stablecoin This Week
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 15:00
Binance, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges by trading volume, is adding support for stablecoin USDC. Crypto Custodian BitGo Adds New Stablecoins in Bid to Woo Institutions
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 13:59
BitGo now supports over 100 assets, including new stablecoin offerings, as it works to offer a wide spectrum of services for institutional investors. Isle of Man Updates Registration Rules for Cryptocurrency Businesses
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 13:10
The financial regulator of the Isle of Man recently introduced changes to its policy governing the registration of companies in the cryptocurrency industry. The British Crown dependency in the Irish Sea is also tightening rules applicable to projects that conduct initial coin offerings (ICOs). Also read: Vietnam at Crossroads on Cryptocurrency Regulations Financial Authority Adopts […]
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Malaysian Banking Group CIMB Taps Ripple for Blockchain Remittances
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 13:00
Malaysian banking group CIMB has joined Ripple’s blockchain-based payments network, RippleNet, seeking faster cross-border payments. Coinbase CTO: Time May Be Right for Home Crypto Mining
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 12:00
Mining innovator Balaji Srinivasan pivoted away from that business in 2017, but now believes the time is right for a home miner. The Daily: Coinbase Blesses Binance, Game Day for BCH
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 11:40
It’s a big day for Bitcoin, though quite what flavor of Bitcoin remains to be seen. By the time the dust has settled on this historic Thursday, we should have an idea of which way the Bitcoin Cash hash war has swung. In this edition of The Daily, we round up the best tools for […]
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Bitcoin Price Sell-Off Slows As RSI Hits Four-Year Low
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 11:15
Bitcoin is looking oversold after a drop to 13-month lows Wednesday and could defend immediate support at $5,000 in the next few days. Bitmain Denies Reports That CEO Jihan Wu Was Ousted From Its Board
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 09:50
Mining giant Bitmain says CEO Jihan Wu still serves on its board, despite media reports to the contrary. Bitmain Denies Reports CEO Jihan Wu Ousted from Bitcoin Miner’s Board
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 09:50
Mining giant Bitmain says CEO Jihan Wu still serves on its board, despite media reports to the contrary. Bitfinex Introduces New Fees, Bitmex Rejects Claims It Trades Against Its Customers
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 08:30
In recent cryptocurrency exchange news, Bitfinex has introduced new withdrawal fees, the CEO of Bitmex has refuted accusations that the exchange’s in-house trading desk trades against its customers, and Malta-based Bistraq Exchange has commenced operations. Also Read: Stablecoins Fetch a Premium as BTC Hits Year Low Bitfinex to Charge 3% on Frequent Withdrawals Bitfinex has introduced […]
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Bitcoin Miner Canaan’s IPO Looms as Filing Status Now ‘Lapsed’
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 07:24
Canaan Creative's IPO application looms as the bitcoin mining firm's filing status at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange is now "lapsed." Bitcoin Miner Canaan’s IPO Likely Delayed After Hong Kong Filing Expires
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 07:24
Canaan Creative's IPO may be in doubt as the bitcoin mining firm's filing with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange has now lapsed. After the Fork: How Competing Bitcoin Cash Blockchains Might Wage War
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 05:00
The war for bitcoin cash is only beginning. Bitcoin ATMs Most Common Scam Payment Method in Australia
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 04:35
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has warned taxpayers to be “on high alert” for phone scammers demanding payment through bitcoin ATMs. It said payments via BTC cash machines have now overtaken iTunes vouchers as the most common method of scam payment reported to the tax authority. Also Read: IMF: Central Banks Could Issue Digital Currency Tax […]
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Buy or Sell? What Traders Think About Tomorrow’s Bitcoin Cash Fork
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 03:01
With Thurday's hard fork of the bitcoin cash blockchain likely to result in a split, what are the traders planning to do with their holdings? Buy or Sell? What Traders Think About Today’s Bitcoin Cash Fork
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 15. 03:01
With Thurday's hard fork of the bitcoin cash blockchain likely to result in a split, what are the traders planning to do with their holdings? Stablecoins Fetch a Premium as BTC Hits Year Low
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 02:55
Officially, Wednesday, Nov. 14 will go down as the worst trading day of the year, as BTC sunk to record lows. Unofficially, there were still green shoots to be found if you knew where to look — mostly to the stablecoin sector. These dollar-pegged assets, normally so resistant to volatility, have been trading at a […]
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Russian Developers to Help Iran Build Its Crypto-Economy
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 15. 00:55
Experts from Russia will provide support for the development of Iran’s crypto-economy. The cooperation is part of an agreement reached by representatives of leading industry organizations from the two countries, both subjected to western sanctions. Also read: Vietnam at Crossroads on Cryptocurrency Regulations Crypto Associations Sign Cooperation Agreement The document has been signed by […]
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Fork Watch: Disputed Consensus and an Abundance of Game Theory
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 14. 22:55
In less than 24 hours the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network will be facing a hard fork involving consensus changes that are currently disputed and may lead to a blockchain split. Two development teams have proposed different paths for the Nov. 15 upgrade and the clashing BCH reference implementations will be incompatible with each other after […]
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The Crypto Market Just Fell to a New 2018 Low
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 22:41
Bitcoin sank to its lowest price in over a year on Wednesday – a move that seemed to drag down the prices of other major cryptocurrencies as well. Kucoin Exchange Raises $20 Million in Series A Funding Round
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 14. 20:55
Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange Kucoin has announced it has raised a combined total of $20 million in series A funding. Taking part in the Kucoin founding round were IDG Capital, Matrix Partners and Neo Global Capital. Also Read: GMO Internet Reports Crypto Exchange Profit Up Over 34% in Q3 2018 $20 Million for Kucoin Exchange Opened […]
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Fork Watch: How To Follow Tomorrow’s High-Stakes Bitcoin Cash Update
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 20:00
Part system upgrade, part political battle, Thursday's BCH hard fork could get interesting. How to Watch the Bitcoin Cash Fork As It Happens
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 20:00
Part system upgrade, part political battle, Thursday's BCH hard fork could get interesting. Mint Exchange Opens Trading for FX Brokers and Institutions
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 14. 18:55
As cryptocurrency is steadily taking over the online forex trading industry, more and more specifically tailored solutions are being developed. The latest example is an institutional-grade venue built on the widely used Integral FX platform, Mint Exchange. Also Read: GMO Internet Reports Crypto Exchange Profit Up Over 34% in Q3 2018 Refreshing New Taste for […]
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New York Regulators Have Granted Their 14th Crypto License
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 17:20
New York's latest BitLicense has been granted to the New York Digital Investment Group, along with a limited purpose trust charter. New York Regulators Have Grant Crypto License to NYDIG
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 17:20
New York's latest BitLicense has been granted to the New York Digital Investment Group, along with a limited purpose trust charter. Below $5,700: Bitcoin Plunges to Lowest Price in Over 12 Months
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 16:49
Bitcoin fell to its lowest price in over 12 months on Wednesday amid a broader cryptocurrency market sell-off. Bitcoin Sinks to Lowest Price in Over 12 Months
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 16:49
Bitcoin fell to its lowest price in over 12 months on Wednesday amid a broader cryptocurrency market sell-off. Announcing the CoinDesk Crypto-Economics Explorer
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 16:25
CoinDesk is pleased to announce the launch of our new data product, the Crypto-Economics Explorer. CoinDesk Launches the Crypto-Economics Explorer, A New Way to Visualize Crypto
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 16:25
CoinDesk is pleased to announce the launch of our new data product, the Crypto-Economics Explorer. Crypto Traders Now See No Winner in Bitcoin Cash Fork
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 16:15
Bitcoin ABC and Bitcoin SV are now valued the same in advanced trading. IMF: Central Banks Could Issue Digital Currency
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 14. 16:10
Christine Lagarde, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has said central banks throughout the world should consider issuing digital currency to make transactions more secure. At a recent conference in Singapore, Lagarde argued that state-backed cryptocurrencies could satisfy public policy goals related to financial inclusion, consumer protection, privacy and fraud prevention. Also […]
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Kik Selects Stellar Over Ethereum for Token Launch
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 15:15
"One Kin on one blockchain," said CEO Ted Livingston. "That's our vision." Bitcoin Veteran Jameson Lopp Named CTO of Crypto Startup Casa
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 15:01
Casa has boosted Jameson Lopp to CTO eight months after he joined the crypto custody solutions startup as an infrastructure engineer. Preparing for the Looming Bitcoin Cash Fork
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 14. 14:30
On Nov. 15, the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network faces a contentious fork and many BCH users have been wondering what to do with their funds before the consensus changes. In order to address some questions concerning the upcoming fork, news.Bitcoin.com has outlined some of the options available for BCH proponents. Also read: A Look at […]
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Crypto Exchange KuCoin Raises $20 Million From IDG, Matrix, Neo Global
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 14:00
Singapore-based crypto exchange KuCoin has raised $20 million in Series A funding backed by IDG Capital, Matrix Partners and Neo Global Capital. The $799 Coinmine One Will Look Like an Xbox and Mint Crypto Money
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 14:00
A new firm called Coinmine has announced a device aimed at enthusiasts who'd like to mine crypto, but don't want to learn a new technical skill set. Official Google Account Hacked in Latest Twitter Crypto Scam
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 13:20
An official, verified Twitter account owned by Google has become the latest to be hacked to host a crypto "giveaway" scam. The Growth of Security Tokens in 2018
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 14. 13:00
2018 was meant to be the year of security tokens. The number of projects seeking to launch security token offerings (STOs) would mushroom, we were told, and a string of accredited trading venues would emerge where these instruments could be exchanged. The release of two new reports into the STO market provides an opportunity to […]
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Bain Capital Backs $2.25 Million Round for Bitcoin Rewards Startup Lolli
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 12:30
Bitcoin rewards platform Lolli has raised $2.25 million in seed funding from investors including Bain Capital Ventures. Bitcoin Price Is Charting This ‘Death Cross’ for First Time Since 2014
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 12:00
Bitcoin’s (BTC) price woes may not be over just yet, as a specific "death cross" indicator is about to reoccur for the first time in four years. Bitcoin Price Charts ‘Death Cross’ In First Since 2014
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 12:00
Bitcoin’s (BTC) price woes may not be over just yet, as a specific "death cross" indicator is about to reoccur for the first time in four years. The Daily: Coincheck Relists Nem, Okex Adds Dong
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 14. 11:25
In this edition of The Daily, we report on Coincheck’s decision to resume nem (XEM) trading and relist two other coins — ether (ETH) and lisk (LSK). Also, Digital asset exchange Okex has added support for the Vietnamese fiat currency on its C2C platform and we cover the reasoning behind the move. Also in The […]
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PR: Bithumb Celebrates Its Fifth Anniversary with BTC Air Drops
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 14. 10:30
The global cryptocurrency stock exchange Bithumb is holding its third commemorative event in celebration of its fifth anniversary.
The ‘Super Airdrop Festival’ event has two parts, the Login Event and Air Drop Event, and is open to participation for anyone who is a Bithumb member.
Members can participate in the Login Event until December 11th by logging into Bithumb and clicking on the enter event button. In this event, 15 Bitcoins (valued at USD 97,789 as of today) are provided to one winner, who is selected by lottery after the event is concluded. The winner is scheduled to be announced on December 24th.
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IMF Chief Lagarde Calls for ‘Exploration’ of State-Backed Digital Currencies
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 09:00
Christine Lagarde, head of the IMF, encouraged the exploration of central bank digital currencies in a speech on Wednesday. IMF Chief Calls for Exploration of Digital Currencies
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 09:00
Christine Lagarde, head of the IMF, encouraged the exploration of central bank digital currencies in a speech on Wednesday. Bank of America Patent Details How Enterprises Could Store Crypto
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 05:00
A Bank of America patent awarded Tuesday describes how an enterprise-level institution may store cryptocurrencies for customers. Bank of America Wins Crypto Storage Patent
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 14. 05:00
A Bank of America patent awarded Tuesday describes how an enterprise-level institution may store cryptocurrencies for customers. Japanese Internet Giant GMO Postpones Shipments of 7nm Bitcoin Mining Equipment
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 14. 01:45
Japan’s GMO Internet has postponed the shipments of its two lines of 7nm bitcoin mining rigs. A representative of the company has clarified the situation to news.Bitcoin.com, noting that some refunds have already been issued. In addition, the company is planning to relocate its mining operations. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space […]
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GMO Postpones Shipments of 7nm Bitcoin Equipment
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 14. 01:45
Japan’s GMO Internet has postponed the shipments of its two lines of 7nm bitcoin mining rigs. A representative of the company has clarified the situation to news.Bitcoin.com, noting that some refunds have already been issued. In addition, the company is planning to relocate its mining operations. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space […]
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Bitcoin Group SE Buys Investment Bank Tremmel for Undisclosed Figure
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 21:45
Bitcoin Group SE has bought 100 percent shares of investment bank Tremmel for an undisclosed amount. This is the German digital currency exchange operator’s second acquisition in 2018. Bitcoin Group, which holds current assets of $40 million, said Tremmel allows it to issue its own cryptocurrency-related products, conduct proprietary trading and operate bitcoin ATMs. Also […]
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Bitcoin Group SE Buys Investment Bank Tremmel
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 21:45
Bitcoin Group SE has bought 100 percent shares of investment bank Tremmel for an undisclosed amount. This is the German digital currency exchange operator’s second acquisition in 2018. Bitcoin Group, which holds current assets of $40 million, said Tremmel allows it to issue its own cryptocurrency-related products, conduct proprietary trading and operate bitcoin ATMs. Also […]
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Court Takes Control of Funds Amid Crypto Exchange’s Banking Dispute
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 21:00
A Canadian judge ruled that CIBC, which froze some $26 million CAD claimed by QuadrigaCX, must transfer the funds under dispute to the court. Regulations Roundup: Chinese Mining Farms Undergo Tax Inspection, Michigan Bans Campaign Donations in Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 19:45
In recent regulatory news, we report on an authorized mining company in China that has had its operations temporarily halted for tax inspection and implementation of real-name registration processes. We also look at the Michigan Secretary of State’s ban on crypto-based political donations, as well as the recent certification of X8’s stablecoin for Shariah compliance. In addition, […]
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Chinese Mining Farms Undergo Tax Inspection, Michigan Bans Campaign Donations in Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 19:45
In recent regulatory news, we report on an authorized mining company in China that has had its operations temporarily halted for tax inspection and implementation of real-name registration processes. We also look at the Michigan Secretary of State’s ban on crypto-based political donations, as well as the recent certification of X8’s stablecoin for Shariah compliance. In addition, […]
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Markets Update: Bitcoin Cash Price Rally Stalls but Trade Volume Spikes Hard
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 18:10
There are less than two days left until the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network faces a contentious hard fork and BCH markets are showing some unusual activity. They are being driven by heavy trading volumes that have doubled in the last two days, while BCH/USD short positions on Bitfinex have touched an all-time high. At the […]
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Traders Now Betting 2-to-1 Bitcoin Cash Fork Will Cause Price Decline
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 17:25
New data is offering insight into how crypto traders are pricing in a coming technical update to bitcoin cash, one that could cause the world’s fourth most valuable blockchain to split into two competing networks. At press time, there are now almost twice as many open short positions betting that the price of bitcoin cash […] Bitcoin Cash’s ‘Hash War’ Solidifies as Network Hard Fork Approaches
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 17:00
Over the past 24 hours, Bitcoin cash mining pools supporting Craig Wright's Bitcoin SV have consolidated even more of the relative amount of hash power. Bitcoin Cash’s ‘Mining War’ Escalates as Blockchain Hard Fork Approaches
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 17:00
Over the past day, bitcoin cash mining pools supporting Craig Wright's Bitcoin SV have consolidated even more of the relative amount of hash power. Digital Bank Revolut Surpasses 3 Million Customers
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 16:30
U.K. startup Revolut has announced that its customer base has surpassed three million users. The fintech platform, which has quickly become a viable online alternative to traditional banking, was established in 2015. It currently offers payment and exchange services for a growing number of fiat currencies and cryptocurrencies. Also read: Huobi Opens in Russia, Plans […]
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The Daily: Coffee Company to Pay Farmers in Bitcoin, Bitfury’s Latest Investment
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 14:55
In today’s edition of The Daily, we feature an upcoming bitcoin cash token backed by physical diamonds and an American coffee company that has decided to add cryptocurrencies to its payment options. Additionally, we look at a public mining company that may get a dual listing in Canada, as well as the latest investment by […]
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GMO Reports $5.6 Million Q3 Loss on Crypto Mining Business
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 14:00
Japanese IT giant GMO has reported a loss from crypto mining in Q3, but there was more positive news for its exchange business. GMO Reports $5.6 Million Q3 Loss on Crypto Mining
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 14:00
Japanese IT giant GMO has reported a loss from crypto mining in Q3, but there was more positive news for its exchange business. President of Marshall Islands Faces Challenge Over National Cryptocurrency Plan
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 13:30
The president of the Marshall Islands, Hilda Heine, has narrowly survived a no-confidence vote. One of the principal catalysts for the challenge to Heine’s leadership has been opposition to her plan to introduce a national virtual currency. Also Read: Venezuela: Petro Can Be Converted to Any Cryptocurrency If Bought This Year Heine Barely Survives No-Confidence Vote […]
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Shell, BP Back Blockchain Platform to Modernize Commodities Trading
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 12:30
Oil giants Shell and BP are among a group of firms planning to launch a blockchain platform to automate post-trade processes in the energy industry. Sompo Holdings Acquires 10% Stake in Kenyan Cryptocurrency Exchange Bitpesa
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 12:10
Japanese insurance group Sompo Holdings has acquired a 10 percent stake in Bitpesa, a Kenyan digital currency exchange and payments company, for 570 million yen ($5.02 million). The deal is expected to further digitize the insurer’s international remittance service. Also Read: Namibian Bitcoin Trading Platform BTN Persevered Despite Crypto Ban Crypto-Backed Remittances Sompo Holdings said in […]
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Bitcoin Back on the Defensive After Price Hits Two-Week Low
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 11:00
Bitcoin's price dropped to two-week lows earlier today and could extend the decline to key support near $6,100. PR: IXE Token Backed by Blockchain Powered Education Platform Little Detective
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 10:30
Little Detective will be launched in various stages, starting from China, followed by South-East Asian countries and Europe
November 13, 2018: After immense success with ICO and now listed in LAToken, Exrates and Idex, Little Detective is finally on its development and production stage and announced about prospective discussions with some European countries for the distribution of its next-generation blockchain edutainment platform. As the first blockchain powered edutainment portal, Little Detective is especially targeting the developing countries that suffer from limited access to quality education, teachers and teaching supplies. “We have devised a self-learning and exploratory edutainment platform which aims to effectively address the shortage of teaching supplies and lack of access to quality education in countries around the world. We are on our way to discuss the distribution of our innovative platform in some European countries.”
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Free Money? Traders In Asia Are Buying Bitcoin Cash Ahead of Hard Fork
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 10:10
While bitcoin cash is seeing an internal war ahead of Thursday's hard fork, traders in Asia are betting that the sum of the parts will be worth more than the whole. What Fork? Asian Traders Are Buying Bitcoin Cash
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 10:10
While bitcoin cash is seeing an internal war ahead of Thursday's hard fork, traders in Asia are betting that the upgrade will result in "free money." Australia’s CSIRO, CommBank Complete ‘Smart Money’ Blockchain Trial
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 09:00
Australia's federal science agency CSIRO and CommBank have trialed a blockchain payments prototype they say could save "hundreds of millions" a year. Venezuela: Petro Can Be Converted Into Any Cryptocurrency If Bought This Year
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 05:25
The Venezuelan government has announced that its national digital currency, the petro, can be exchanged into any cryptocurrency if purchased this year. However, the wallet for the petro is still not available and petro buyers receive certificates of purchase. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space ‘Special Period’ Venezuela’s president, Nicolas Maduro, visited […]
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Bitmain Sues Alleged Bitcoin Thief in US Federal Court
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 13. 05:01
Bitmain has filed a lawsuit against an anonymous thief in a US federal court, who allegedly stoled 617 bitcoin from the crypto mining giant. Namibian Bitcoin Trading Platform BTN Perseveres Despite Partial Crypto Ban
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 13. 00:15
Bitcoin Trade Namibia (BTN), an emerging bitcoin marketplace, is trying to make things work for Namibians keen on investing in digital assets, even though it could take up to three days before buy orders are settled. However, in an industry where government forces crave control, the delay looks like it should be worth the wait. […]
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Why sell bitcoins on BitBargain?
Bitbargain.com
2018. Nov. 12. 22:31
We haven’t updated the seller application page for a long time. It was more than overdue.
The bitcoin seller application page used to be full of warnings and disclaimers, neglecting to mention some of the advantages of becoming a BitBargain seller.
What BitBargain offers
A platform that adapts to new challenges and listens to users’ suggestions Quick support without middle-men, a focus on resolving issues An ID verification and rating system you can rely on Low competition by other sellers (high barrier to entry) Education of buyers to make trading efficient and save you time Strong visibility to many reliable, trusted buyers Counter-fraud procedures that really work Text message notification of admins in case of any issues Information sharing with other sellersAs a seller, you are able to:
Trade a good volume without much risk or having to deal with verification procedures yourself Buy coins instantly through Cloud Sell offers at market price or below Set fine grained controls to filter who you trade with Dispute any trades, restrict any buyer’s account when necessary Send a reminder text message to unresponsive buyers with a click Receive tips to increase your volume or trade more efficiently Learn more about safe trading which you can also apply elsewhere Sell coins with 0% commission to buyers referred by you Get support via chat in real-time
If you just want to sell your coins quickly at or near market price without having to take the test or study safety procedures, try our Cloud Sell feature.
Otherwise you can apply to sell bitcoins in the United Kingdom at:
https://bitbargain.co.uk/trade-bitcoins-app
Cryptocurrency ATM Growth Spikes Exponentially to 4,000 Machines Worldwide
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 12. 22:15
According to global statistics provided by Coinatmradar.com, there are now close to 4,000 cryptocurrency automated teller machines (ATMs). Moreover, there’s been a huge influx of bitcoin cash ATMs over the past year as there are now 1,200 BCH dispensing devices located around the world. Also read: Markets Update: All Eyes on Bitcoin Cash Prices Before the […]
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Michigan Secretary of State Nixes Crypto for Political Donations
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 21:30
A letter from the Michigan Secretary of State's office states that cryptocurrencies cannot be used for political donations. Combined Class-Action Lawsuit Against Ripple Moves to Federal Court
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 19:00
Is XRP a security? The question is now sitting before the U.S. District Court in San Francisco. GMO Internet Reports Cryptocurrency Exchange Profit Rose Over 34% in Q3 2018
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 12. 18:45
GMO Internet, the Japanese technology and online finance conglomerate, presented its results for the third quarter of fiscal 2018 on Nov. 12. The presentation included new details about the performance of the Tokyo-listed group’s cryptocurrency-related businesses. Also Read: The Daily: US Museum to Accept Bitcoin, Estonia Grants License to B2BX Exchange Record Performance by Quarter […]
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Hash Power Favors Craig Wright Camp in Looming Bitcoin Cash Fork
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 17:15
Early data suggests that the Bitcoin SV implementation of the bitcoin cash fork may enjoy more hash power than Bitcoin ABC. Bitcoin Cash Association Bounty Spreads Merchant Adoption in Latin America
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 12. 17:10
The Bitcoin Cash Association (BCA) and Spendbch.io recently started a bounty to spread bitcoin cash (BCH) merchant acceptance in several Latin American countries. On Nov. 11, the BCA announced that more than 250 new businesses in Venezuela and Colombia are now being on-boarded to accept bitcoin cash. Also read: Qart Wallet Gives Bitcoin Cash QR […]
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NEM Price Climbs to 9-Week High As Coincheck Brings Back Trading
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 16:20
NEM surged 25 percent today to reach its highest price since early September while accumulating its most 24-hour trading volume in over three months. Exchanges Roundup: Revolut CEO Discusses Investment, Etoro Starts Rollout of Wallets
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 12. 14:55
In recent exchange news, the chief executive officer of Revolut has expressed doubt regarding the institutional appetite for cryptocurrency exposure, Binance has launched a new research division, and Etoro has begun the gradual rollout of its wallet for Android and iOS users. Also Read: Korea’s Upbit to Launch Crypto Exchanges in Thailand and Indonesia Revolut CEO […]
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Singapore's Central Bank, SGX Develop Blockchain Settlement System
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 14:30
The Monetary Authority of Singapore and the nation's stock exchange have developed a blockchain-based settlement system for tokenized assets. Singapore’s Central Bank, SGX Develop Blockchain Settlement System
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 14:30
The Monetary Authority of Singapore and the nation's stock exchange have developed a blockchain-based settlement system for tokenized assets. The Daily: US Museum to Accept Bitcoin, Estonia Grants License to B2BX Exchange
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 12. 13:20
In today’s edition of The Daily, we report on the latest U.S. museum to open up to cryptocurrency payments, as well as several new lawsuits that have been filed over simjacking. Additionally, the government of Estonia has granted a license to B2BX Exchange, which will allow the company to attract traders from across Europe. Also […]
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Accenture Puts Software License Management on a Blockchain Platform
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 13:15
Accenture has rolled out a new software license management application built with distributed ledger tech from Digital Asset. Japanese Firms Claim Success in Marine Insurance Blockchain Trial
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 12:20
NTT DATA and a major Japanese insurer have completed a blockchain trial that speeds up marine cargo insurance claims. DMG Starts Operating 60MW Bitcoin Mine in British Columbia
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 12. 12:00
DMG Blockchain Solutions has announced that it has started generating up to 60 megawatts (MW) of electricity at an 85MW substation it owns in western Canada. It will use the substation to power its flagship cryptocurrency mining facility, which is one of the largest such sites in the country by power output. Also Read: Vietnam at Crossroads on […]
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Bitcoin Teases Bull Move After Defense of Key Price Support
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 11:00
Bitcoin could be in for a recovery rally, having defended a key support level over the weekend. CFTC Fines Bitcoin Trader $1.1 Million for Crypto Fraud
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 10:10
A bitcoin trader has been jailed and fined over $1.1 million for stealing bitcoin and litecoin, and then defrauding investors to repay the loss. Crypto Token Airdrops Are a Marketing Ploy (and That's OK)
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 09:00
A currency is nothing if not widely used, and that can't be achieved unless people make some cost-incurring effort to encourage widespread usage. Crypto Token Airdrops Are a Marketing Ploy (and That’s OK)
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 09:00
A currency is nothing if not widely used, and that can't be achieved unless people make some cost-incurring effort to encourage widespread usage. Airdrops Are a Marketing Ploy (And That’s OK)
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 09:00
A currency is nothing if not widely used, and that can't be achieved unless people make some cost-incurring effort to encourage widespread usage. South Korea’s Upbit to Launch Cryptocurrency Exchanges in Thailand and Indonesia
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 12. 05:45
South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Upbit has reportedly started marketing new crypto exchanges in Thailand and Indonesia as part of its global expansion plans. The company recently launched an exchange in Singapore. Over 130 coins and 240 trading pairs will be offered on both of the new Upbit exchanges, according to their websites. Also read: Yahoo! Japan […]
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South Korea’s Upbit to Launch Crypto Exchanges in Thailand and Indonesia
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 12. 05:45
South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Upbit has reportedly started marketing new crypto exchanges in Thailand and Indonesia as part of its global expansion plans. The company recently launched an exchange in Singapore. Over 130 coins and 240 trading pairs will be offered on both of the new Upbit exchanges, according to their websites. Also read: Yahoo! Japan […]
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IBM Says Blockchain Can Power 'Open Scientific Research' in New Patent Filing
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 05:00
A patent application from Big Blue hints at a blockchain solution for scientific research. IBM Says Blockchain Can Power ‘Open Scientific Research’ in New Patent Filing
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 12. 05:00
A patent application from Big Blue hints at a blockchain solution for scientific research. Vietnam at Crossroads on Cryptocurrency Regulations
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 11. 19:00
Vietnamese authorities are still considering their approach to regulating the cryptocurrency space. The Ministry of Justice has put forward several alternative solutions and the Ministry of Industry and Trade has expressed its opposition to the ban on imports of mining equipment. Also read: Uzbekistan Sets up International Arbitration Center for Crypto Businesses Justice Ministry Reports […]
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Markets Update: All Eyes on Bitcoin Cash Prices Before the Pending Fork
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 11. 16:50
Since our last markets update five days ago, a lot has changed as a good chunk of the top cryptocurrency markets have dipped in value over the last three and a half days. Bitcoin cash markets touched a high of $638 on Wednesday, Nov. 7, but now prices are hovering around $544 per BCH on […]
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Exchanges Roundup: Binance ‘Very Healthy’ Despite Volume Drop, Gate.io Breached
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 11. 13:00
In cryptocurrency exchange news, Binance’s CEO has described the exchange as “very healthy” despite the dramatic reduction in trade volume compared with early 2018, and Gate.io was recently breached via a malicious script added to web analytics provider Statcounter. Also, a South Korean ICO raising money for a crypto exchange desk appears to have pulled […]
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Why Traders Should Chart the Entire Crypto Market Cap
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 11. 11:40
The capitalization of the cryptocurrency market can be charted like any other asset and provides unique insight into the bias of the broader market. A 7-Year Legal Fight Led This Dev to Build Unstoppable Ethereum Storage
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 11. 11:30
Developer Daniel Nagy's legal battle over a file-sharing node led him to develop ethereum's storage layer, Swarm. The Daily: Shatner Dives Deep Into Crypto, Bank to Launch Digital Deposit Box
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 11. 11:00
In today’s edition of The Daily, we feature a story about William Shatner flaunting his vast crypto knowledge, from Tether to Kitties. Additionally covered are a bank which wants to offer a digital deposit box for exchanges and investment funds, a new development in the Charlie Shrem lawsuit and more. Also Read: Marshall Islands President […]
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Korean Exchange Shuts Down as Regulators Crack Down on Its Cryptocurrency Fund
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 11. 07:10
Cryptocurrency exchange Zeniex has announced that it is terminating all services after South Korea’s financial authorities started cracking down on unauthorized crypto funds. The exchange is asking its customers to withdraw their cryptocurrencies before the end-of-service date. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Terminating Services and Fund Zeniex, an exchange launched in May, […]
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Korean Exchange Terminating After Regulator Crackdown
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 11. 07:10
Cryptocurrency exchange Zeniex has announced that it is terminating all services after South Korea’s financial authorities started cracking down on unauthorized crypto funds. The exchange is asking its customers to withdraw their cryptocurrencies before the end-of-service date. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Terminating Services and Fund Zeniex, an exchange launched in May, […]
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Regulations Roundup: CFTC to Embrace DLT, SIM Swapping Task Force
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 11. 03:45
In recent regulatory news, the chairman of the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission has predicted that distributed ledger technology will soon be adopted by the CFTC to monitor the financial markets, and a supervisor of the REACT Task Force has emphasized the priority placed on policing SIM swapping in Northern California. In addition, Germany’s […]
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Iran Completes Development of Rial-Supported National Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 11. 01:15
Iran has finalized the development of its national cryptocurrency, which is backed by the local fiat unit, the rial. Once the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) approves its use, the yet-to-be-named digital currency will then be issued to banking institutions for testing in payments, internal and interbank settlements according to local media reports. Also Read: Bahamas […]
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Colorado Takes Action Against Four More ICOs – 12 in Total
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 10. 23:15
The Division of Securities of the U.S. state of Colorado has issued four new cease-and-desist orders to stop as many companies from promoting their tokens to residents of the state. So far, action has been taken against a total of 12 initial coin offerings by the state’s securities commissioner. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the […]
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Bitmain Files ‘John Doe’ Lawsuit in the State of Washington
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 10. 21:15
According to court documents filed in Seattle, Washington, the mining rig manufacturer Bitmain has filed a lawsuit against an unidentified suspect who hacked the company’s Binance account. Bitmain hopes to identify the defendant “John Doe” and recover the stolen BTC siphoned from the organization’s cryptocurrency holdings held on the exchange. Also Read: Fork Watch: List of […]
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Bahamas Releases Discussion Paper on Crypto-Asset Regulation
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 10. 19:15
The Central Bank of The Bahamas (CBOB) has released a discussion paper proposing how it intends to regulate digital assets. This includes initial coin offerings as part of efforts to eliminate the alleged threat of tax evasion, fraud and money laundering. However, when regulation eventually comes, it is likely that only a state-issued cryptocurrency will […]
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PR: Geeba Token Sale Lists on Latoken Exchange
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 10. 18:30
Geeba is going to usher in a new futuristic age of delivery service through the use of robots and blockchain to make last mile delivery faster, more efficient and cheaper.
Next-gen blockchain-based delivery platform Geeba is proud to announce its listing on the esteemed Latoken Exchange during its Pre-ICO and ICO stages. The company has just launched its pre-ICO and its users will be able to purchase tokens via the Latoken platform during the Pre-ICO and ICO. Geeba will also have a listing on the same prestigious exchange after the ICO completion.
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Bitcoin Cash Miners Break Records Processing Multiple 32 MB Blocks
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 10. 16:55
On Saturday, Nov. 10, the operation BMG mining pool mined multiple 32 MB blocks on the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network. The first block at height 556034 was the biggest block ever mined on the BCH chain and the process confirmed over 166,000 transactions. A couple of hours later, BMG pool mined 4 more 32 MB […]
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Uzbekistan Sets up International Arbitration Center for Crypto Businesses
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 10. 15:15
Following in the footsteps of Russia, Uzbekistan has announced plans to implement arbitration mechanisms to resolve disputes in the cryptocurrency space. A new presidential decree mandates the establishment of a body of arbitrators that will deal with cases involving entities from various jurisdictions. Also read: Growing Number of Crypto Companies Operating From Belarus Arbitrators to […]
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Deep Web Roundup: Market Vendors Monitored, Darknet Benefits Revealed
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 10. 13:15
The internet layer that’s accessible via the Tor browser was instrumental in the growth of Bitcoin in its early years. Since then, darknet marketplaces have proliferated, but have come to play a lesser role in the development of cryptocurrencies. In this roundup we consider two recent research papers that provide an insight into features, benefits, […]
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Sexual Assault Survivor Uses Crypto to Crowdfund Anonymously
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 10. 12:20
Cryptocurrency is helping women who've suffered sexual harassment or assault gain financial independence while protecting their privacy. Crypto Exchanges Should Take a Hard Look at IP Address-Masking Services
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 10. 12:00
Cryptocurrency exchanges will likely have to reckon with VPN access as part of any regulatory or law enforcement actions for market manipulation. The Daily: BCH Outpaces LTC, Where Next for DEXs?
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 10. 11:15
Saturday’s edition of The Daily builds upon some of the stories that have been developing all week. The last few days have been action-packed, with the coming Bitcoin Cash upgrade dominating the news cycle. We’ll take a look at how BCH has been faring as a payment network compared to Litecoin, and also check in […]
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Growing Number of Crypto Companies Operating From Belarus
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 10. 09:15
A number of cryptocurrency businesses are now based in the Belarus Hi-Tech Park after the government in Minsk legalized crypto-related activities for its residents. Registering an entity in the special economic zone was supposed to be a straightforward process, but clearer guidelines and detailed regulations are still needed to attract more investors. Also read: Huobi […]
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‘Asia’s Amazon’ Starts Using Bithumb’s Payment Service for Cryptocurrency Users
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 10. 01:35
One of South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, Bithumb, has begun providing a cryptocurrency payment service to a major online marketplace it refers to as “Asia’s Amazon.” Korean users can use their cryptocurrencies held at the exchange to pay for purchases on Qoo10 using this service. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Qoo10 […]
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Nigerian Startups Call for Cryptocurrency Regulation to Stem Investment Outflows
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 09. 23:15
Nigeria’s financial technology startups have called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to provide legal guidelines for the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry. A lack of regulation is driving investment out of Africa’s biggest economy to areas like Rwanda and Europe while fomenting uncertainty, according to the Electronic Payment Practitioners Association of Nigeria (E-ppan). Also […]
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Colorado Regulators Crack Down on Four More ICOs
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 20:15
The state's "ICO Task Force" has now issued 12 cease-and-desist orders since May of this year. Canadian Bitcoin Miner Hut 8 Reports Q3 Loss of $8.7 Million
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 09. 20:10
Hut 8 Mining Corp., a Canadian bitcoin mining company, has released its third quarter earnings report, which shows a net loss of US $8.7 million on higher depreciation costs. Depreciation spiked to $13.3 million, wiping out mining profit which came to $6.7 million. Also Read: Trade.io Acquires Primus Capital Markets to Offer BTC-Backed Forex Trading Revenue […]
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The 'Coinbase Effect' Turns Bearish After BAT Prices Drop Post-Listing
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 18:22
The price of browser startup Brave's Basic Attention Token (BAT) fell by as much as 20 percent in the past 24 hours. The ‘Coinbase Effect’ Turns Bearish After BAT Prices Drop Post-Listing
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 18:22
The price of browser startup Brave's Basic Attention Token (BAT) fell by as much as 20 percent in the past 24 hours. Fork Watch: List of BCH Services Providing Fork Support and Network Monitoring Tools
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 09. 18:10
The Bitcoin Cash community have been heavily discussing and preparing for a possible network split due to two development teams competing on which featured consensus changes will be added to the next upgrade. Additionally, over the last two weeks, Bitcoin Cash infrastructure providers such as exchanges and wallet services have been revealing their contingency plans […]
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Fork Watch: List of BCH Services Providing Fork Support
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 09. 18:10
The Bitcoin Cash community have been heavily discussing and preparing for a possible network split due to two development teams competing on which featured consensus changes will be added to the next upgrade. Additionally, over the last two weeks, Bitcoin Cash infrastructure providers such as exchanges and wallet services have been revealing their contingency plans […]
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For Bitfinex Users, Dollar Withdrawals Are Now a Weeks-Long Struggle
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 17:00
Three weeks after being assured everything was running smoothly, some customers at Bitfinex are wondering why they still can't get their money out. Ethereum Sets Tentative January Goal for Next Blockchain Upgrade
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 16:31
Ethereum developers have tentatively agreed a mid-January deadline for the network's upcoming Constantinople hard fork. US Excludes Iran’s Central Bank from the Global Financial System
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 09. 16:10
The Central Bank of Iran has been cut off from the global monetary system, after the Swift banking network bowed to U.S. pressure. The move leaves Iran’s 81 million citizens financially excluded and facing serious economic consequences, amidst renewed U.S. sanctions. America’s coercion of Swift attests to the stranglehold the nation exerts on the world […]
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Carbon's Stablecoin Can Now Be Swapped Between EOS and Ethereum
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 14:10
The interoperable dollar-pegged crypto token CarbonUSD has just launched as the first stablecoin on the EOS platform. Carbon’s Stablecoin Can Now Be Swapped Between EOS and Ethereum
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 14:10
The interoperable dollar-pegged crypto token CarbonUSD has just launched as the first stablecoin on the EOS platform. Malaysian Government, Universities Team to Put Degrees on a Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 13:10
Malaysia's education ministry has formed a new consortium of universities to issue and verify degrees on the NEM blockchain. Victims Sue AT&T, T-Mobile Over 'SIM Swap' Crypto Hacks
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 12:10
A cryptocurrency-focused law firm in the U.S. says it has filed lawsuits against AT&T and T-Mobile on behalf of victims of "SIM swapping" hacks. The Daily: Binance Launches Analysis Division, Cobinhood Adds 4 Stablecoins
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 09. 12:10
In this edition of The Daily, we cover the launch of Binance Research, a new analysis division that will produce in-depth reports for customers of the leading cryptocurrency trading platform. We also look at Cobinhood’s decision to add several stablecoins to its platform and the reasoning behind the move. In addition, we focus on SWIFT’s […]
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Bitcoin Price Eyes $6.2K Amid Further Drop into Bear Territory
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 11:16
Bitcoin's reversal of the recent uptrend in prices is gathering pace and a drop into a bearish territory below $6,200 is now a possibility. BCH Hard Fork
Bitbargain.com
2018. Nov. 09. 10:43
There is a Bitcoin Cash hard fork expected on the 15th of November 2018.
There is much uncertainty about replay protection, which implementation miners will support, and similar critical points.
We do not plan on having one more BCH supported on the platform should there turn out to be multiple working blockchains. That outcome is unlikely, though.
All users are advised to withdraw BCH until the 13th of November. For our full policy regarding the BCH fork, please visit https://bitbargain.co.uk/bch-fork-201811
Beyond Government: Embracing Self-Governance and Rejecting Mainstream Erotica
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 09. 09:35
There are many new entrants in the crypto ecosystem yearning for regulations and praising government. More folks with these notions emerge regularly. They believe regulatory oversight is necessary to provide crypto with a sense of “respectability.” Also read: Latest Release of Badger Wallet Supports SLP and Wormhole Tokens For these individuals, political involvement in crypto is […]
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Venezuela to Present Petro at OPEC as the 'Digital Currency for Oil'
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 09:20
Venezuela is hoping the world's oil markets will start using its controversial national cryptocurrency, the petro. Thai SEC Expects to Approve Country’s First ICO Portal This Month
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 09. 05:45
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly revealed that it expects to approve the country’s first portal for initial coin offerings (ICOs) this month, with ICO approvals to follow. According to the country’s crypto regulation, a portal’s role is to examine companies planning to launch an ICO. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the […]
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Canadian Bank Opens Deposit Box for Cryptocurrency Firms
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 05:00
VersaBank says its VersaVault offers "absolute privacy" when announcing that crypto exchanges and funds can sign up to use the platform on Thursday. Trade.io Acquires Primus Capital Markets to Offer BTC-Backed Forex Trading
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 09. 01:30
Trade.io, a cryptocurrency exchange and investment company, has acquired British brokerage firm Primus Capital Markets Ltd for an undisclosed amount. The new subsidiary is to start trading foreign currency using digital assets as base currency under a new name, TIO Markets. Initially, customers will be able to make deposits and withdrawals in bitcoin core, ethereum, […]
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Judge Lifts Order to Freeze Charlie Shrem's Assets in Winklevoss Case
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 09. 00:35
A federal judge lifted a $30 million attachment order against Charlie Shrem Thursday, though the case will proceed to a jury trial next year. Minecraft-Like Platform Craft.cash Brings a 3D World to Bitcoin Cash
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 22:50
On Oct. 8, a new application was introduced to the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) community called Craft.cash, a BCH-powered onchain platform that’s similar to the popular block building game Minecraft. According to the development team called Blockparty, the Craft.cash game allows anyone to encode colorful voxel data into the three-dimensional world using op-return outputs stemming from […]
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Expect the SEC to Target More Token Exchanges After EtherDelta
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 22:30
The SEC's settlement with the founder of EtherDelta is likely the first of many enforcement actions to come against crypto token exchanges. Korean Lawyers Lobby Government to Pass Several Cryptocurrency Laws
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 20:50
The Korean Bar Association, whose membership is mandatory for all lawyers in the country, has campaigned publicly for the government to pass a number of cryptocurrency-related laws. The group specifically proposes regulation for crypto exchanges, initial coin offerings, domestic and foreign crypto transactions, and cryptocurrency funds. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space […]
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Coinbase Users Can Now Buy and Sell Brave's Basic Attention Token
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 20:30
Coinbase is listing Brave's Basic Attention Token to its retail platform, 6 days after adding it to Coinbase Pro. Latest Release of Badger Wallet Supports SLP and Wormhole Tokens
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 18:50
On Wednesday, Nov. 7, the developers of the Badger Wallet announced the team had released Badger version 0.0.7, the first bitcoin cash wallet that supports sending and receiving both Wormhole and Simple Ledger Protocol tokens. Additionally, the wallet’s latest release includes a decentralized application programming interface (API), alongside Cash-ID authentication abilities. Also read: Huobi Opens Office […]
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PR: Volentix Introduces a Digital Assets Ecosystem DAE
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 18:30
The Volentix digital assets ecosystem is composed of four core applications. VENUE is a dynamic community platform that recruits and aligns members of the VOLENTIX community to support distribution of the native VOLENTIX digital asset VTX. VERTO is built as a multi-currency wallet to facilitate personal custody and local management of private and public keys for use in peer-to-peer transactions, with the goal of eliminating risks of devastating losses of stake associated with traumatic failures of central operators. VESPUCCI is in development as an analytics engine accessible via a user-friendly interface with real-time and historical market data, including digital assets ratings and sentiment analyses. VDEX is envisioned as a distributed, decentralized digital assets exchange with emphasis on user experience, security, speed, authentication, ease of use, scalability, multi-asset support, and community development and governance implemented by a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) constructed on custom-built applications using EOS.IO smart contracts and related technology.
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Korean Lawyers Urge Government to Draw Up Blockchain Rules
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 18:08
The Korean Bar Association has called on the government to introduce blockchain regulations, ASAP. Etherdelta Founder Fined $400K for Operating Unregistered Securities Exchange
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 16:40
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has published details of a cease and desist order it has taken against Zachary Coburn, the operator of Etherdelta. The decentralized ER20 token exchange was the leading Ethereum DEX during its peak, executing more than 3.6 million orders. According to the SEC, many of those orders were for unregistered […]
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SEC Charges EtherDelta Founder Over 'Unregistered Securities Exchange'
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 15:31
The SEC has charged Zachary Coburn, founder of EtherDelta, with running an unregistered national securities exchange. Cryptogem Global Defies Zimbabwe’s Central Bank with New P2P Bitcoin Exchange
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 15:25
Cryptogem Global, a new peer-to-peer bitcoin (BTC) exchange, has opened in Harare in defiance of the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s ban on cryptocurrencies. The decentralized platform allows Zimbabweans to buy and sell BTC without the need for intermediaries such as legacy financial institutions. Also Read: French Lawmakers to Lower Cryptocurrency Tax by 6 Percent A Globalized Cryptocurrency Exchange “Cryptogem Global is a […]
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Early Trading Shows Clear Preference In Divide Over Bitcoin Cash Fork
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 15:15
Poloniex's new "pre-fork" trading service suggests that bitcoin cash users favor the more established version of the software, Bitcoin ABC. Crypto Exchanges Must 'Grow or Die,' Says Exec at Fintech Firm Cinnober
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 14:00
Cinnober, a fintech company founded a full decade before the bitcoin white paper came out, wants to help today's crypto trading platforms mature. Huobi Opens Office in Russia, Plans Startup Accelerator and Mining Hotels
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 13:05
The Russian branch of digital asset exchange Huobi is scheduled to open on Nov. 12 with a Russian-language website and local support services. The global cryptocurrency company wants to support Russian startups and mining projects, in addition to launching an educational program. Also read: Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange to Create Infrastructure for Cryptocurrency Assets New […]
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Chinese School Principals Caught Mining Ethereum At Work
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 13:00
Two principals at a Chinese school got in hot water after installing ethereum miners at the institution, according to a report. IBM, Seagate Team Up to Tackle Hard Drive Fakes With Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 11:59
IBM is to use its blockchain platform to track Seagate-produced hard drives as a means to guarantee their authenticity. Review: Coldcard’s BTC Hardware Wallet Is Air-Gapped for Added Security
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 11:45
There has been an explosion of hardware wallets recently, with new models shipping on a weekly basis. What’s more, many of these units are more than mere Ledger or Trezor clones, offering unique form and features compared to the market leaders. This week news.Bitcoin.com took delivery of Coldcard, a BTC wallet that promises to be […]
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Recovery in Doubt as Bitcoin Price Drops Out of Bullish Channel
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 11:00
Bitcoin is painting a less bullish picture than 24 hours ago, following a drop out of an ascending price channel. PR: Remco Launches Pre-ICO Token Sale – Parent Company Processed $700,000,00 in the Last 24 Months
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 10:30
Remittancetoken.io is a tokenized money transfer platform with unparalleled speed.
The off chain version of Remco token is on a run rate of $20,000,000 by the end of 2018, and the solution is Jurisdiction and Money Transmission Flow Agnostic. Any money transmitter can use it.
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PR: Remco Launches Pre-ICO Token Sale – Parent Company Processed $700,000,000 in the Last 24 Months
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 10:30
Remittancetoken.io is a tokenized money transfer platform with unparalleled speed.
The off chain version of Remco token is on a run rate of $20,000,000 by the end of 2018, and the solution is Jurisdiction and Money Transmission Flow Agnostic. Any money transmitter can use it.
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The Little-Known Ways Ethereum Reveals User Location Data
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 10:00
At Devcon4, Geth developer Péter Szilágyi detailed the little-known ways that data about ethereum users can become public. The Daily: Security Experts Rank Exchanges by Safety, Malta Dominates Trade Volume
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 09:20
In today’s edition of The Daily, we cover several different reports about the cryptocurrency ecosystem. The first was written by a cybersecurity firm that’s trying to identify the safest exchanges through which to trade. The second report offers a detailed breakdown of the market based on a host of different parameters, while another shows that […]
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William Shatner Defends Ethereum Creator Vitalik Buterin in Cryptic Tweets
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 09:00
Eighty-seven-year-old Canadian actor and producer William Shatner just made a series of tweets supporting ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin. Star Trek's Shatner Defends Ethereum Creator Vitalik Buterin in Tweetstorm
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 09:00
Eighty-seven-year-old Canadian actor and producer William Shatner just made a series of tweets supporting ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin. Law Firm Perkins Coie Taps CFTC Veteran for Blockchain Practice
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 05:00
Perkins Coie continues to grow its blockchain practice with the addition of a former counsel for the CFTC. Texas Takes Action Against Cryptocurrency Mining Company Promising 200% Profit
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 03:35
The Texas State Securities Board has issued an emergency cease and desist order to an Australia-based cryptocurrency mining company and its affiliates. According to the order, the company represents that investments in its mining contracts are “guaranteed to 200% profit.” Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Cease and Desist Order The Texas State […]
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Texas Takes Action Against Crypto Company Promising 200% Profit
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 08. 03:35
The Texas State Securities Board has issued an emergency cease and desist order to an Australia-based cryptocurrency mining company and its affiliates. According to the order, the company represents that investments in its mining contracts are “guaranteed to 200% profit.” Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Cease and Desist Order The Texas State […]
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Bitcoin Cash Declares War: Why This Could Mean Another Split
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 03:25
After a year of peaceful hard fork upgrades, bitcoin cash is in the throes of a fiery debate over its future – one that could lead to a chain split. Bitcoin Cash Declares War: Why Coming Hard Fork Could Mean Another Split
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 03:25
After a year of peaceful hard fork upgrades, bitcoin cash is in the throes of a fiery debate over its future – one that could lead to a chain split. Crypto Exchange Poloniex Announces 'Pre-Fork' Trading for Bitcoin Cash Split
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 02:33
Poloniex will be the first exchange to offer trading for the pending bitcoin cash (BCH) hard fork amid the debate that has raged since mid-year. Crypto Exchange Poloniex Announces 'Pre-Fork' Trading for Bitcoin Cash
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 08. 02:33
Poloniex will be the first exchange to offer trading for the pending bitcoin cash (BCH) hard fork amid the debate that has raged since mid-year. French Lawmakers to Lower Cryptocurrency Tax by 6 Percent
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 23:00
French lawmakers have adopted an amendment to the 2019 budget bill that will cut capital gains tax on bitcoin sales to 30 percent from 36.2 percent. This will bring cryptocurrency transactions in line with other non-real estate assets, which are taxed at a flat rate of 30 percent. Also Read: Survey: South Africans Turn to Crypto […]
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As 'Plasma' Stalls, SNARKs Become New Hope for Scaling Ethereum Now
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 21:06
As work on ethereum's Plasma scaling solution proceeds, some developers are hailing a form of cryptography used by zcash as an alternative. As Plasma Stalls, SNARKs Become New Hope for Scaling Ethereum
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 21:06
As work on ethereum's plasma scaling solution proceeds, some developers are hailing a form of cryptography used by zcash as an alternative. As Plasma Stalls, Snarks Become New Hope for Scaling Ethereum Now
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 21:06
As work on ethereum's plasma scaling solution proceeds, some developers are hailing a form of cryptography used by zcash as an alternative. Why the Energy Sector Meets the Conditions for Decentralization
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 21:00
The following piece on decentralizing the energy sector was written by Richard Lohwasser, who holds a PhD in energy economics and is the CEO of Lition. He was previously a strategy consultant for McKinsey and director of Vattenfall. Lohwasser was also Managing Director of German Operations at ExtraEnergie. Decentralization. Digital autonomy. Circumventing corporate strangleholds on information. […]
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Bitcoin Cash Community Introduced to New BCH Library Written in Rust
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 19:10
On Nov. 5, the software developer Brenton Gunning announced to the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) community that he’d developed a BCH library written in the programming language Rust. The new library allows developers the ability to work on BCH applications and platforms written in the Rust coding environment. Also read: Discussions Intensify as BCH Fork Approaches Rust-BCH […]
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CFTC Chair Says Distributed Ledger Tech Can Aid Market Watchdogs
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 19:01
CFTC chair Christopher Giancarlo explained how DLT can be used to help the agency more efficiently regulate markets during a speech Wednesday. US Election Sees Crypto-Friendly Politicians Win Governor Races
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 17:45
The U.S. now has four governors who are friendly to, if not outright proponents of, blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Israeli Central Bank to Hold off on Issuing Digital ‘E-Shekel’ Coin
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 17:10
A group under the Bank of Israel has published a report on a proposal to issue a national digital currency. The team, which was set up last November, has identified several potential advantages to the technology, but has advised the central bank not to act until other institutions throughout the world have done so first. […]
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Crypto Exchanges Line Up to Support Bitcoin Cash's Hard Fork
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 15:51
Bitcoin cash is undergoing a hard fork on Nov 15., and it might result in a split. So which exchanges will support the new cryptocurrency? Discussions Intensify as BCH Fork Approaches
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 14:55
As the Bitcoin Cash fork draws near, a lot has been announced over the last few days concerning the consensus changes scheduled for Nov. 15. Earlier this week, the Bitcoin Unlimited (BU) development team released a new client version that includes the ability to configure the Bitcoin SV hard fork ruleset. In addition to the […]
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Hackers Breach Popular Web Analytics Site to Target Crypto Exchange
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 13:05
Cryptocurrency exchange Gate.io was apparently the target of hackers who compromised a widely used web analytics platform. Mauritius Regulator to Provide Licenses to Digital Asset Custodians
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 13:00
The authorities in the island nation of Mauritius plan to start issuing custodian licenses to companies holding digital assets on behalf of clients. The financial regulator said the existing licensing regime is not suited for that purpose, although licensees under the new rules will have to comply with similar requirements. Also read: Abu Dhabi […]
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Salesforce Wins Patent Tackling Email Spam With Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 12:00
Salesforce has won a patent outlining how a blockchain-based platform can be used to prevent spam or other unwanted emails from hitting inboxes. The Daily: Pro-Bitcoin Governor Elected, Augur Predicts the US Midterms
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 11:15
Wednesday’s edition of The Daily has a distinctly political tint, coming a day after U.S. voters turned out for the midterm elections. There was plenty to excite supporters on both sides of the divide — the pro and anti-cryptocurrency divide, that is. In addition to talking politics, we take a look at the new Stellar […]
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Up $100: Bitcoin Price Indicators Grow Increasingly Bullish
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 11:00
Bitcoin looks likely to inch higher toward $6,800 in the near-term, as the technical indicators have grown increasingly bullish in the last 24 hours. PR: MoneyToken Allows You to Earn 8% in Interest on Your Stable Coins – Consistently
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 10:30
For those who exist anywhere near the crypto scene, it’s obvious that if it had fashion trends - this season would be all about stablecoins.
With crypto investors choosing in favor of holding their crypto assets more and more, and investing into what seems to be the safest options on the market, we see a consistent growth of capitalization, and a drive for transparency in stablecoins - and this sentiment shows no signs of abating anytime soon.
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It's Hard to Short Crypto – And That's Propping Up Prices, Study Finds
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 10:00
An Australian researcher says wide disagreements about underlying prices and lack of short options keep cryptocurrency prices alive. Survey: South Africans Turning to Crypto as Hedge Against Volatility of the Rand
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 10:00
A survey by Luno, a London-based cryptocurrency platform, has revealed that a growing number of people in South Africa prefer holding cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and bitcoin cash rather than the local fiat unit, the rand. About 70 percent of South Africans have heard about virtual currencies, and most people have been using them as […]
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BBVA Puts $150 Million Syndicated Loan on Ethereum Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 09:00
Banking giant BBVA has completed a pilot that put a $150 million syndicated loan for Spain's electrical grid operator on the blockchain. ECB Shuts Down Maltese Bank Over Schemes to Launder Money and Evade US Sanctions
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 07:35
Malta’s Pilatus Bank has been shut down by the European Central Bank (ECB). Its banking license was revoked after its chairman was charged in the U.S. with money laundering and organizing a scheme to evade U.S. sanctions. The bank had also been accused by a murdered journalist of processing corrupt payments. EU authorities now want new […]
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Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange to Create Infrastructure for Cryptocurrency Assets
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 06:05
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange has released a paper aimed at creating the infrastructure necessary to accommodate transactions with cryptocurrency-based assets and facilitate the implementation of distributed ledger technologies in the emirate. The platform wants to support financial institutions in their efforts to introduce services related to innovative investment instruments. Also read: Professional Course Prepares […]
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Coinbase Offers $5k Egg-Freezing Benefit in Bid to Retain Talent
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 07. 05:10
Silicon Valley cryptocurrency unicorn Coinbase has taken an unusual and expensive step to recruit and retain diverse employees. Exchanges Roundup: First UAE-Based Exchange, LXDX to Launch Security Token Offering
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 04:35
A partnership between Al Zarooni Group, Crypto Bulls and Gulf Coin Gold has fostered the launch of the first cryptocurrency exchange registered in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In other news, LXDX has announced that it plans to conduct a $5.7 million fundraising round via a security token offering (STO), and BTCC has announced indefinite […]
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Global Cryptocurrency Exchanges Cut Ties With Iran After New US Sanctions
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 03:00
A number of cryptocurrency exchanges have reportedly cut ties with Iran after the U.S. imposed tougher economic sanctions against the Islamic Republic. Sepehr Mohammadi, head of Iran’s Blockchain Community, told local media that Binance and Bittrex are some of the platforms to have unofficially dropped Iran from the list of supported countries to receive services. […]
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Marshall Islands President Attacked Over National Cryptocurrency Plan
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 07. 01:00
Dr. Hilda Cathy Heine, President of the Marshall Islands, is facing a political attack for her support of a planned national cryptocurrency. If the move is successful, it may dissuade other leaders from opening up to the new technology opposed by the IMF. Also Read: Lawyer Invests $300 Million to Build Crypto City in the […]
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Major Car Dealerships and Airport Limos in Japan Begin Accepting Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 23:00
A regulated cryptocurrency exchange in Japan has partnered with two companies to enable cryptocurrency payments for their businesses. Hinomaru Limousine has started accepting payments in cryptocurrencies for its airport taxi service while Carchs Holdings allows crypto payments at its used car dealerships. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Airport Car Service by […]
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Bitcoin Cash Price Climbs 11% to Hit 2-Month High
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 22:55
The price of bitcoin cash rose more than 11 percent on Tuesday, pushing its price to a new two-month high. Texas Regulators Enter Emergency Stop Against Crypto Mining Firm
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 21:30
The Texas State Securities Board issued an emergency cease-and-desist against a company it claims committed fraud in offering crypto mining contracts. Bitmain’s New 7nm Antminer Goes on Sale on November 8
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 21:10
Mining rig manufacturer Bitmain Technologies has announced the company’s latest Antminers equipped with 7nm semiconductors will go on sale on Nov. 8. According to the China-based organization, Bitmain will release two new models called the Antminer S15 and the T15. Also Read: Bitcoin Cash Fork Watch: BCH Infrastructure Providers Reveal Contingency Plans Bitmain Plans to Sell […]
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Exchanges Roundup: Luno Expects ‘Open’ South African Rules, Bitstamp Updates Engine
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 20:00
In this edition of Exchanges Roundup, we look at a Luno executive’s belief that the South African government will introduce “open” crypto regulations. We also focus on Bitstamp, which expects a 1250x increase in matching speed after it integrates a customized version of Cinnober’s trading engine software into its platform, as well as the motivation behind a […]
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Charlie Shrem Says He Never Owned Bitcoin Claimed Stolen By Winklevosses
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 19:46
In a new court filing, Charlie Shrem denies claims that he stole 5,000 bitcoin from Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss. Norwegian Startup Bitruption Plans to Launch a Localbitcoins Competitor
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 18:30
On Nov. 4, a Norwegian startup announced the launch of a new peer-to-peer marketplace called Bitruption. Similar to Localbitcoins, the Bitruption exchange plans to offer a format under which users around the world will be able to advertise, buy and sell digital currencies for local fiat. Also Read: Bitcoin Ownership: Your Private Keys to Financial Sovereignty […]
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Bitmain to Begin Selling New Bitcoin Miners Later This Week
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 17:15
Bitmain's recently revealed 7nm ASIC mining chip will be included in new Antminer S15 and T15 models, which go on sale Thursday. Markets Update: BCH Rallies, XRP Nears ETH Market Cap
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 17:00
In the cryptocurrency markets, BCH appears to be confirming the recent establishment of a double bottom at approximately $422, preceding bitcoin cash’s rally this past week that culminated in breaking resistance at roughly $600 today. XRP has also produced a strong rally in recent days, with ripple currently appearing poised to overtake ethereum as the […]
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The Number of Bitcoin Short Positions Hits 3-Month Low
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 15:45
Short positions placed on bitcoin have fallen to their lowest levels since the beginning of August as market sentiment shifts in favor of the bulls. The Number of Bitcoin Short Positions Just Hit a 3-Month Low
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 15:45
Short positions placed on bitcoin have fallen to their lowest levels since the beginning of August as market sentiment shifts in favor of the bulls. Bitfury Secures $80M in Private Placement
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 15:30
Bitfury Group, the San Francisco-based manufacturer of bitcoin mining hardware, announced today that it has closed an $80 million private placement funding round. This may indicate that the company, which was rumored to be working on an initial public offering, has decided to delay taking the IPO route for now. Also Read: Lawyer Invests $300 […]
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The Daily: Cryptocurrencies on the Davos Agenda, FINMA Issues Rules for Cryptoassets
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 14:00
In this edition of The Daily, we look at the decision to add cryptocurrencies as a topic of discussion at the next World Economic Forum in Davos. We also focus on the latest recommendations on digital assets by Switzerland’s financial regulator, as well as a Venezuelan state’s plans to use the petro in cross-border trade with […]
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15 Banks Join DTCC Post-Trade Blockchain as Project Enters Testing
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 14:00
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation is now testing its main blockchain project with 15 global banks, before taking the tech live in 2019. Crypto Wallet Firm Blockchain to Airdrop $125 Million in Stellar
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 13:59
Crypto wallet provider Blockchain says it will distribute $125 million in Stellar XLM to users, with some receiving tokens within the week. US Elections Push Augur's Total Ether Bets Over $2 Million
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 13:00
Betting on elections to the U.S. House has brought over $700,000 onto the platform, pushing the midterms market into the top spot. Bitcoin Miners Flock to Paraguay as Country Weighs Its Social Development Options
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 12:40
Paraguay’s Itaipú Dam, one of the largest hydroelectric facilities in the world, is supporting bitcoin and ethereum mining in a city on the country’s border with Brazil and Argentina. These efforts have already spawned a number of new cryptocurrency businesses, creating multiple millionaires, but an ongoing reassessment of the dam’s developmental potential could spell boom or bye […]
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Crypto Mining Tech Firm Bitfury Closes $80 Million Funding Round
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 12:10
Bitfury Group has just closed an $80 million funding round led by venture capital firm Korelya Capital. This Bitcoin Price Chart May Give Early Warning of Next Bull Reversal
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 11:20
Bitcoin's long-awaited bullish reversal could gather steam once prices cross key resistance near $6,650. China Targets ‘Disguised’ ICOs in Crypto Crackdown Update
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 11:15
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has discussed the regulation of cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings (ICOs) in a recently published report that highlights its plan to crack down on “airdrops,” while laying the groundwork to potentially issue its own virtual currency. Also Read: Venezuela’s Supreme Court Orders Payment in National Cryptocurrency Report Highlights Plan to […]
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'Off the Chain' Crypto Podcast Apparently Blocked on Apple iTunes
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 10:30
The "Off the Chain" crypto podcast by Anthony "Pomp" Pompliano appears to have been blocked on Apple's iTunes app on Monday. Venezuelan Banks Start Using the Petro to Denominate Customer Balances
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 09:45
Venezuela’s controversial national cryptocurrency, the petro, is slowly permeating the everyday lives of its citizens. The currency, each unit of which is supposedly backed by a barrel of oil, has begun appearing on screens when Venezuelan customers log in to their bank accounts. The move marks the latest attempt by President Nicolás Maduro’s government to […]
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Crypto Exchange BTCC Is Closing its Mining Pool Business Indefinitely
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 09:00
Hong Kong-based cryptocurrency exchange BTCC is shutting down its mining pool business this month. Crypto Exchange BTCC Is Closing Its Mining Pool Business
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 09:00
Hong Kong-based cryptocurrency exchange BTCC is shutting down its mining pool business this month. Is Initiative Q the Next Bitcoin?
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 07:15
If you’ve been anywhere near social media in the past fortnight, or even used your favorite messaging app, there’s a good chance you’ve been shilled a referral link to Initiative Q. A mate probably forwarded it to you or tagged you in a post offering an invite to the first five responders. Maybe you FOMO’d […]
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PwC Is Advising (Not Auditing) Another Stablecoin Project
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 05:15
PwC's Hong Kong division is exploring best practices for issuing stablecoins with non-profit Loopring Foundation. Auditing, though, is another matter. XRP Nears 50 Cents as Price Rises to One-Month Highs
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 06. 01:01
XRP, the world's third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, jumped 6 percent on Monday, cementing a 30-day high. Venezuela’s Supreme Court Orders Payment in National Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 06. 00:00
Venezuela’s Supreme Tribunal of Justice has ordered a compensation payment of 266 petros, the country’s national cryptocurrency, in a workplace injury case. Meanwhile, the Venezuelan government has launched the petro savings plan, backed by 4 million of the digital currency. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Venezuela’s Supreme Court Recognizes Petro The […]
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Crypto Exchange Bitstamp Aims to Get 1,250 Times Faster with Tech Upgrade
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 21:45
Crypto exchange Bitstamp is getting a new matching engine developed by Cinnober, whose clients are mostly traditional stock and commodity markets. Crypto Exchange Bitstamp Aims to Get Faster with Tech Upgrade
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 21:45
Crypto exchange Bitstamp is getting a new matching engine developed by Cinnober, whose clients are mostly traditional stock and commodity markets. Bitcoin Cash Fork Watch: BCH Infrastructure Providers Reveal Contingency Plans
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 05. 21:00
There’s only 10 days left until the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network hard fork scheduled for Nov. 15. At the moment the upgrade has two competing BCH clients with different ruleset changes, so the upcoming fork could cause a chain split. Because of the contention over certain upgrade proposals, a slew of exchanges and wallet providers […]
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Elon Musk Impostors Score $176K (And Counting) in New Twitter Scams
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 19:37
A number of verified Twitter accounts were hacked to look like Elon Musk's as part of an effort to defraud owners of bitcoin. Musk Impostors Hack Lawmaker, Publisher Accounts in New Crypto Scams
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 19:37
A number of verified Twitter accounts were hacked to look like Elon Musk's as part of an effort to defraud owners of bitcoin. GMO Internet Sees Huge Leap in BCH Mining for October
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 05. 19:00
Japanese cryptocurrency mining company GMO Internet Group released its monthly update for October on Nov. 5. The report shows a huge increase in the amount of bitcoin cash extracted – 875 coins, from zero in September. Altogether, the company earned about $3.85 million from mining BTC and BCH during the period under review. Also Read: Pan-African […]
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PR: Ethershift Launches Token Sale with Rockstar Advisors Mate Tokay and John McAfee
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 05. 18:30
Ethershift.co is an ERC20 crypto currency exchange that provides the near instant conversion of 70+ crypto assets. Ethershift has no accounts and let’s customers trade without collecting any personal information.
After launching the exchange in May, the team at Ethershift has been hard at work in preparation for their token sale, which begins November 5th, as well as adding a long list of renowned advisors.
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Swiss Finance Watchdog Tells Banks to Treat Crypto Trading As High Risk
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 18:00
The Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) is giving tough guidance to banks wanting to trade in crypto assets, a report indicates. Deltec Chairman Says Tether Letter on Bank Relationship Is 'Authentic'
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 17:00
Last week's much-scrutinized letter, in which a Bahamas-based bank appeared to vouch for Tether's balance, has been confirmed as genuine by the bank. SEC Official Says 'Plain English' Guidance On ICOs Is Coming
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 16:07
SEC Director of Corporation Finance William Hinman said the agency plans to release a "plain English" explanation of when a token sale is a security. This Chicken Coop Feeder Is Powered by Bitcoin Cash Payments in Real Time
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 05. 15:50
On Oct. 25, an individual posted a live stream on the Twitch Interactive video platform to show the world how Bitcoin Cash (BCH) proponents can instantly feed his chickens online using zero-confirmation transactions. Since the stream kicked off, people have processed over $300 worth of BCH transactions to feed the fowl. Also read: Miners Have Begun Using […]
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Hackers Behind $60 Million Zaif Crypto Exchange Theft May Have Been Exposed
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 14:35
Cybersecurity experts from Mitsubishi Group say they may have identified data that could locate the hackers of the Zaif crypto exchange. Hackers Behind Zaif Crypto Exchange Theft May Have Been Exposed
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 14:35
Cybersecurity experts from Mitsubishi Group say they may have identified data that could locate the hackers of the Zaif crypto exchange. Bitcoin's True Stress Test Is Yet to Come
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 13:00
What happens if there's another 2008-scale financial market crisis? Will diehard HODLers still resist liquidating their bitcoin assets? The Daily: Crypto Game Developer Raises $15M, Bitcoin Pioneer Faces Lawsuit
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 05. 11:20
In today’s edition of The Daily, we look at a successful funding round for a developer of a popular cryptocurrency-powered game. We also report on a famous early entrepreneur in the Bitcoin space who has been accused of stealing money to buy Maserati cars, big powerboats and luxury real estate. Also Read: Lawyer Invests $300 […]
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Bitcoin Price Eyes Move to $6.8K After Bull Breakout
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 11:00
Bitcoin could be about to make a move towards $6,800, having witnessed a bullish triangle breakout yesterday. PR: The North American Bitcoin Conference Set to Heat up Miami
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 05. 10:30
The North American Bitcoin Conference returns to Miami for its seventh installment.
On the 17th and 18th of January, 2019, the entire Bitcoin and blockchain community will converge in Miami for a historical conference aimed at driving cryptocurrency from niche to mainstream. Now in its seventh year, The North American Bitcoin Conference is the longest running and most attended finance conference for the Bitcoin, blockchain and cryptocurrency industries with over 4500 attendees in 2018. Additionally, a key focus of the 2019 conference will be a dedicated Security Tokens track, unpacking the new and exciting world of securities and blockchain technology.
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Firm Owned by India's Richest Man Turns to Blockchain for Trade Finance
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 09:30
Reliance Industries – owned by India's richest person, Mukesh Ambani – has used blockchain to conduct its first trade finance transaction. No, Bitcoin Isn't Secretly Messing with the Mid-Term Elections
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 08:00
Take it from someone who's actually received crypto campaign donations. Ethereum Energy Project Now Powers 700 Households in 10 Cities
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 05:21
Little-known ethereum project Lition is live and quietly helping German citizens hunt down cheaper energy options. PBoC Looks to Tackle Airdrop Tokens Market in New Clampdown
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 02:15
The People's Bank of China, the country's central bank, is looking to clamp down on airdrops – free distributions of crypto tokens. China's Central Bank Moves to Restrict Free Crypto Giveaways
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 05. 02:15
The People's Bank of China, the country's central bank, is looking to clamp down on airdrops – free distributions of crypto tokens. Miners Have Begun Using Asicboost on the Bitcoin Cash Network
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 05. 00:15
On Oct. 22, Bitmain released new firmware for the company’s Antminer mining rigs that enables the use of an optimization known as (overt) version-rolling Asicboost. Since then, Bitcoin Cash mining pools have been using the protocol and 63 Asicboost blocks were mined last week on the network. Also read: Developers Launch BDIP: A Bitcoin Cash Proposal […]
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Taiwan Passes Law to Crack Down on Anonymous Cryptocurrency Transactions
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 04. 22:15
The Taiwanese government has amended its laws that regulate cryptocurrency transactions. The revisions reportedly give the country’s Financial Supervisory Commission “the authority to crack down on anonymous virtual currency transactions.” Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Amendments Passed The Legislative Yuan, Taiwan’s highest legislative body, on Friday passed some amendments to existing laws aimed […]
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Taiwan Passes Law to Crack Down on Anonymous Crypto Transactions
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 04. 22:15
The Taiwanese government has amended its laws that regulate cryptocurrency transactions. The revisions reportedly give the country’s Financial Supervisory Commission “the authority to crack down on anonymous virtual currency transactions.” Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Amendments Passed The Legislative Yuan, Taiwan’s highest legislative body, on Friday passed some amendments to existing laws aimed […]
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Lawyer Invests $300 Million to Build Crypto City in the Nevada Desert
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 04. 19:30
Consumer protection lawyer Jeffrey Berns is the owner and CEO of Blockchains LLC, a company that bought more than 67,000 acres of land in northern Nevada for $170 million earlier this year. On Thursday, he revealed plans to build a crypto city in the desert, claiming to have invested $300 million to make it a […]
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Developers Launch BDIP: A Bitcoin Cash Proposal Process for Decentralized Apps
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 04. 16:10
Over the last few months, the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) developers who created the Yenom wallet have been developing a lot of BCH applications and tools. On Nov. 3, the Yenom developer Shun Usami revealed a new proposition model for decentralized application development proposals called the Bitcoin Dapps Improvement Proposal (BDIP) standard. Also read: New Bitcoin Cash […]
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Builders on Wall Street: Bitcoin Devs Host Lightning Hack Day
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 04. 14:00
At the Lightning Hackday, it was hard to keep up with all the futuristic ideas for bitcoin's layer-two, but some devs are focusing on the basics. The Daily: Hodl Hodl Launches OTC Desk, Decentraland Votes on Land Sales
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 04. 14:00
In this edition of The Daily, we cover the launch of an OTC trading desk by P2P exchange Hodl Hodl and news about a Belarusian exchange trading cryptocurrencies out of New York. We also take a look at Decentraland’s new voting platform that allows members of the community to express their opinions on future development […]
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Why Blockchains Struggle to Gain Traction in Enterprises
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 04. 13:10
Existing systems work well enough and are scary to replace, so the path to blockchain adoption will be one problem at a time, says EY's Paul Brody. Four IDEX Alternatives That Don’t Require KYC
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 04. 12:00
One of the main selling points of decentralized exchanges (DEXs) is that tokens can be traded almost instantly. There’s no lengthy sign-up process and no interminable wait for know your customer (KYC) checks to be performed. But then IDEX, the leading Ethereum DEX, announced that it would be emulating centralized exchanges by introducing KYC. Thankfully, […]
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Turkish Police Detain 11 Suspects in Bitcoin Theft Case
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 04. 03:55
The cybercrime unit of the Turkish police has detained 11 people suspected of hacking into emails, user accounts and cryptocurrency wallets. The operation was launched after law enforcement received a number of complaints from victims who lost digital cash. Also read: Church Mining Cryptocurrency to Pay Higher Electricity Rates Hackers Steal $80,000 Worth of […]
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Pan-African Organization Launches Framework to Encourage Cryptocurrency Trade
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 04. 02:05
On Nov. 2, the African Digital Asset Framework (ADAF) launched with a mandate to promote cryptocurrency commerce within the continent. Co-founder Felix Macharia said ADAF is an open-source software platform to create cross-border standards for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. It will also complement the African Union’s Single African Digital Market initiative, which leverages technology to […]
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Exchanges Roundup: Devere Launches Crypto Fund, Binance Uganda Claims 40,000 Users
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 04. 00:05
Devere Group has announced the launch of a digital asset fund and Binance Uganda claims to have onboarded 40,000 users during its first week of operating. In other news, Grayscale’s quarterly report has estimated that 70 percent of the investments it received during Q3 came from institutions. Also Read: Regulations Roundup: Ebang IPO Challenged by Probe, […]
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ICO Roundup: SEC Annual Report, Israeli Offerings Raise $600 Million, Rapper Sued
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 21:50
The annual report of the SEC’s Division of Enforcement has detailed the actions taken against initial coin offerings during the preceding financial year. Also, a report published by One Alpha estimates that Israeli ICOs have raised more than $600 million during 2018, and 25 investors have filed a lawsuit accusing rapper T.I. and his business […]
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Blockstream: When Will the Level of Dishonesty and Manipulation End?
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 19:00
The alleged Bitcoin-focused company Blockstream has raised over $100 million publicly, but has yet to be forthright with the Bitcoin community. It’s time for people within the Bitcoin space to start holding them accountable. Blockstream’s dishonesty should have a bright light shined on it so everyone is aware of their manipulation and deceit. Also read: Bitcoin […]
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Markets Update: Bitcoin Cash Prices See Steady Gains Over the Last Two Days
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 17:00
Since our last markets update five days ago, cryptocurrency traders saw a lower range of volumes after cryptocurrency prices dropped in value. Now, this Saturday during the weekend trading sessions, most of the top digital asset prices have seen some slight gains between 1-5% over the last 24 hours. But one digital currency, bitcoin cash, […]
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Wendy McElroy: Crypto as Propriety Justice and a Solution to Private Violence
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 15:00
Crypto As Propriety Justice And A Solution To Private Violence by Wendy McElroy The libertarian view is that human actors are self-owners and these self-owners are capable of appropriating unowned scarce resources by Lockean homesteading ? some type of first use or embordering activity. Obviously, an actor must already own his body if he is […]
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Professional Course Prepares Russian Lawyers for the Cryptocurrency Industry
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 14:05
Russian companies have organized an enhancement course to prepare legal experts for the challenges of working in the cryptocurrency space. The oldest university of economics in the country, two law firms providing services to digital businesses, and both houses of parliament are behind the project to help lawyers understand the specifics of the industry. […]
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The Daily: SEC Ramps Up Enforcement, 60% of Smart Contracts Are Dormant
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 12:00
In Saturday’s edition of The Daily, we take a look at the SEC’s annual report, which reveals where cryptocurrencies sit on their radar. We also consider the fate of dormant smart contracts, 60% of which have never seen use according to a new report. All that plus the reaction to Coinbase’s latest token listing, which […]
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Bitcoin Brought Us a New World We Could Have Only Imagined
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 03. 11:15
It's been 10 years since bitcoin's white paper appeared and opened up a whole new world of possibilities, says BitGo's Mike Belshe. Night of the Living HODLers: Halloween 2018's Best Crypto Costumes
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 03. 10:30
CoinDesk looks back at some of the best crypto costumes worn for Halloween 2018. Brazil’s Tax Authority Goes After Cryptocurrency Profits
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 10:00
Brazil’s tax authority has published proposals to regulate the cryptocurrency landscape over concerns digital assets are being used to launder money and evade tax. A document released by the Department of Federal Revenue of Brasil (RFB) disclosed plans that will force cryptocurrency traders to reveal their identities and for exchanges to submit financial reports to […]
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Regulations Roundup: Ebang IPO Challenged by Probe, Plattsburgh Passes Mining Guidelines
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 08:05
In recent regulatory news, a criminal investigation may prevent Ebang from conducting an initial public offering, Plattsburgh has passed new regulations governing commercial mining operations, and Ron Paul has endorsed precious metals and cryptocurrencies as a viable alternative to fiat currency. Also Read: Another Token Project Launches on the Bitcoin Cash Network Criminal Accusations Pose Hurdle to […]
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Top Three South Korean Cryptocurrency Exchanges Expand Overseas
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 04:35
Three of South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges are expanding overseas. Upbit has launched a Singaporean crypto exchange with 156 coins and 221 trading pairs. Coinone has established a crypto exchange in Malta while Bithumb is planning to launch a security token platform in the U.S. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Bithumb to […]
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Top 3 South Korean Crypto Exchanges Expand Overseas
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 04:35
Three of South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges are expanding overseas. Upbit has launched a Singaporean crypto exchange with 156 coins and 221 trading pairs. Coinone has established a crypto exchange in Malta while Bithumb is planning to launch a security token platform in the U.S. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Bithumb to […]
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Another Token Project Launches on the Bitcoin Cash Network
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 03. 01:45
A new smart contract and tokenization system has been launched on the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network. On Oct. 31, BCH developer Clemens Ley released the alpha version of Bitcoin Token, a Javascript library built to develop autonomous contracts, BCH-based tokens, and integrate payments into web applications. Also read: New Bitcoin Cash Stress Test Sees 700,000 Transactions […]
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Ethereum Foundation, Filecoin Back Plan to Make Proof-of-Stake Hardware
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 21:30
Unveiled yesterday, the Ethereum Foundation is partnering with blockchain data storage network Filecoin to potentially build specialized hardware. There's a New Plan to Build the Hardware for Ethereum 2.0
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 21:30
The Ethereum Foundation is funding efforts to create specializing mining hardware in partnership with blockchain data storage network Filecoin. Coinbase Adds Browser Startup Brave's Token to Pro Trading Platform
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 20:11
Coinbase Pro announced Friday that it added support for browser startup Brave's Basic Attention Token. ‘Decentralized’ Exchange IDEX to Introduce Full KYC
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 02. 18:15
IDEX, the world’s most popular decentralized exchange, is to transition to a full verification model. The move comes days after the platform began excluding residents of New York State as part of its compliance efforts. Its latest measure, described by IDEX as “pragmatic decentralization” has drawn ire from a segment of the cryptocurrency community. Also […]
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Here's What 3 Lawyers Have to Say About That Cryptic Tether Letter
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 18:05
The wisp of a signature on Deltec Bank's letter to Tether is the least of it. More important is the language around liability. PR: Coinseed Announces Crypto Cash Back Program
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 02. 17:30
In the US, we all love cash backs as merchants or financial institutions reward small amounts of money to its users for using or buying their products. Well, how about earn that cash back money in crypto instead of good old US dollars?
This is exactly what Coinseed app is doing with their latest product feature. Coinseed lets you invest your spare change in crypto and it makes perfect sense for their users to have this feature.
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Israeli Startups Raised $600 Million Through ICOs in 2018: Report
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 16:30
A new report by research firm One Alpha found that, despite a general slowdown in the crypto market, Israeli startups continue raise funds from ICOs. New Bitcoin Cash Stress Test Sees 700,000 Transactions in One Day
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 02. 15:45
On Thursday, Nov. 1, a group of Bitcoin Cash (BCH) proponents who call themselves the Professional Stress Test Team, performed a network stress test on the BCH chain. During the course of the day, the BCH network saw over 733,000 transactions and a 14MB block that cleared 73,000 transactions in one fell swoop. Also read: Anypay […]
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SEC Says It Shut Down More Than a Dozen Illegal ICOs in the Past Year
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 15:05
The U.S. SEC's Division of Enforcement heavily expanded its work the companies offering ICOs this past fiscal year, it said Friday. The Daily: Coinbase Launches Investment Fund, Cointext Enters New Markets
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 02. 13:35
In this edition of The Daily, we look at Coinbase’s decision to create a new investment vehicle for institutions in partnership with asset manager Wilshire Phoenix. We also cover the expansion of bitcoin cash SMS wallet service Cointext into four new markets. Also, New Zealand’s financial regulator has issued a warning against a platform offering […]
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Cboe's Head of Equity Options Just Joined a Blockchain Startup
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 13:01
Blockchain startup AlphaPoint has hired Kapil Rathi from Cboe Global Markets, the parent of the Chicago Board of Exchange. IDG-Backed Ethereum Wallet to Integrate With Ledger Device
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 13:00
China-based imToken has revealed a solution it says will let Ledger hardware wallet users manage their assets in its mobile wallet app. Tether Confirms New Bank and Claims to Have $1.8 Billion in Cash
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 02. 11:40
Tether Ltd. has confirmed the identity of its new bank. The company behind the eponymous tether stablecoin (USDT) has historically been reluctant to disclose its banking arrangements, for fear they might be jeopardized. It has now issued a statement, however, confirming that it is banking with Deltec Bank & Trust Ltd. Also read: Digital Asset ATM […]
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Winklevoss Brothers Sue Charlie Shrem Over $32 Million in Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 11:30
The Winklevoss twins are reportedly suing bitcoin entrepreneur Charlie Shrem over 5,000 bitcoin allegedly owed to them from a past business deal. Bitcoin Sees New Price Support From 7-Year-Long Rising Trendline
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 11:00
A trendline rising from 2011 lows has become the level to beat for the bitcoin bears. DeVere Group Targets Arbitrage With New Crypto Fund
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 09:32
U.K.-based financial advisory firm deVere Group has launched an actively managed fund offering investors exposure to cryptocurrencies. PR: BTC.com Releases New Ethereum Block Explorer to Support Ethereum Community
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 02. 09:30
BEIJING, P.R. China – BTC.com today announced the launch of their Ethereum block explorer.
Building on the experience of developing and managing one of the famous Bitcoin Block Explorers, BTC.com starts to embrace Ethereum community by supporting foundation capabilities. BTC.com provides mining related service and customized API in the cryptocurrency industry since 2015. It now has the world’s largest Bitcoin mining pool and industry famous Bitcoin explorer.
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Digital Asset ATM Provider Coinsource Acquires Bitlicense
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 02. 09:00
Coinsource announced on Thursday that it has become the first digital asset ATM provider to be granted a Bitlicense in the state of New York. The company joins 12 other organizations that have already received the license for virtual currency businesses from the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS). Also read: Anypay Provides BCH Invoices That […]
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The Incoming Wave of ICO Regulation (Yes, It's Coming)
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 08:00
The SEC has not forgotten or overlooked the ICO space, and a wave of regulatory action is coming, believes Alex Sunnarborg. China Updates Crypto Ranking, Downgrades BTC Further
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 02. 05:05
China’s Center for Information Industry Development has updated its ranking of 33 crypto projects, evaluated in three separate categories as well as overall. BTC has been downgraded further since the center’s previous update while EOS and Ethereum still top the overall ranking. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space New Ranking The China […]
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Apps for Kik's Crypto Are Beginning to Appear on Apple and Google Stores
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 02. 04:20
A common critique of crypto is that it lacks uses, but Kik has funded apps to churn out almost three dozen new ways to earn and spend its token. Africa Dominates Trade Volume on P2P Bitcoin Exchange Paxful
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 02. 02:45
Paxful Inc., a peer-to-peer bitcoin exchange, is seeing significant growth in Africa. The U.S.-based company said Africans now accounted for the largest number of people buying and selling cryptocurrency on its platform, with average monthly transactions totaling $64.5 million. Also Read: Brazilian Banks Ordered to Reopen Cryptocurrency Exchange’s Frozen Accounts Millennials Drive Cryptocurrency Adoption in Africa […]
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How to Use a VPN Within Your Browser to Protect Your Privacy
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 02. 00:45
Major internet browsers now offer access to VPN services via a number of third-party extensions and in some cases through built-in features. These provide an easy and affordable means to protect your privacy and enjoy a censorship-free browsing experience. Also read: Arbitrators to Resolve Disputes in the Russian Cryptocurrency Industry Chrome VPN Extensions You […]
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Holacracy: Governance in an Age of Innovation and Subversion
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 22:25
The following opinion piece on Holacracy was written by Max Borders, director of Social Evolution and author of The Social Singularity. Imagine turning on your mobile device one morning to find only two apps: Red and Blue. It’s bad enough that these are the only two choices. Only one works at a time–and not very […]
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Binance Signs Up 40,000 Crypto Traders in Its First Week in Uganda
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 22:00
Unlike its parent company, Binance Uganda handles fiat currency (in partnership with a local mobile payment provider) and requires full customer ID. 'Ruff' Month? Dogecoin's Price Slid 36 Percent in October
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 20:45
The price of dogecoin fell over 36 percent in October, making it the worst performer out of the world's 25 largest cryptocurrencies. Ledger Wallet Plans to Pause Bitcoin Cash Services on November 15
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 20:15
Ledger, the popular hardware wallet manufacturer based out of France, has recently revealed the company’s contingency plans for the upcoming Bitcoin Cash (BCH) hard fork scheduled for Nov. 15. On Tuesday, Oct. 30, Ledger explained to its customer base that the organization will be pausing bitcoin cash services on Nov. 15 and the company plans […]
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Sia Completes Hard Fork as Bricked Miners Form Rival Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 18:30
Innosilicon's mining equipment no longer works on Sia following a planned algorithm change. But not everyone went along with the fork. Hong Kong Regulator Announces New Plans for Cryptocurrency Industry
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 18:15
The Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong has announced new plans to regulate the cryptocurrency industry. The regulator issued two circulars on Thursday outlining new rules for crypto exchanges as well as crypto asset portfolio managers, intermediaries, and fund distributors. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space New Regulatory Approach The Hong […]
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PR: Optherium Launches a Global Finance Blockchain Infrastructure
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 17:30
Traditional fiat institutions and cryptocurrency exchanges alike have been troubled by theft, slow transaction speeds and data security. For crypto holders, a lack of asset usability with existing solutions has caused widespread annoyance and kept potential adopters away.
Enter Optherium, a global fintech company and member of the Linux Foundation, Hyperledger, and the Crypto Valley association. Optherium’s MultiDecentralized Private Blockchain Network allows both fiat and crypto users fast asset conversions and secure storage. The mission of the Ecosystem is to bridge the traditional and digital economies by providing the most secure, fastest and most accessible B2B and B2C service.
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Another Stablecoin Just Launched With 'Real-Time' View of Dollar Backing
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 17:30
Crypto startup Stably has just launched its StableUSD, a dollar-backed competitor to the reigning tether (USDT) stablecoin. Anypay Provides Bitcoin Cash Invoices That Can Be Paid by Sending a Text Message
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 16:45
On Oct. 29, a Bitcoin Cash proponent used the Cointext wallet to purchase a croissant by text message at La Maison Navarre, a bakery in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The shop uses the free Anypay point-of-sale application, which connects to the Cointext system to allow people to make purchases by SMS. Also read: Ukraine Plans to Fully […]
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Tether Produces Letter Vouching for Dollar Deposits, But Bank Hedges
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 16:30
Deltec Bank & Trust Limited said its letter confirming Tether's dollar balances as of Oct. 31 was provided "without liability" to the institution. New York Awards First-Ever BitLicense to Bitcoin ATM Company
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 14:59
Bitcoin ATM operator Coinsource has received a BitLicense from New York's financial watchdog, a full three years after first applying. Morgan Stanley Is Still Struggling to Understand Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 14:30
Like many late arrivals to cryptocurrency, Morgan Stanley doesn’t quite know what to make of bitcoin. The investment bank understands money, unless that money is peer-to-peer digital cash, in which case it struggles. Its latest report into the cryptocurrency ecosystem reveals its shifting stance on bitcoin. Also read: Bitcoin.com Store Now Offers Hundreds of Top-Branded Gift […]
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Google and Samsung: Cute Cats Power Serious $15 Million CryptoKitties Round
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 12:59
CryptoKitties' latest funding round means it has raised $27 million this year. Fur real! Cute Cats Power Serious $15 Million Funding for CryptoKitties Creators
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 12:59
CryptoKitties' latest funding round means it has raised $27 million this year. Fur real! Bithumb, SeriesOne to Launch Security Token Exchange in the US
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 12:30
Crypto exchange Bithumb has teamed up with crowdfunding platform seriesOne to launch a compliant security token exchange in the U.S. The Daily: Consensys Acquires Planetary Resources, New Zealand Backs Crypto R&D
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 12:30
In today’s edition of The Daily, we look at a company that has decided to expand from the cryptocurrency space into outer space by buying a venture focused on mining asteroids. We also cover an investment platform that has secured R&D funding from a government agency, as well as a limited-edition hardware wallet. Also Read: […]
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Bitcoin Price May Break Three-Month Losing Streak in November
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 11:21
Bitcoin ended October on a weak note, confirming its first three-month losing streak since 2015, but things may be looking up for November. Arbitrators to Resolve Disputes in the Russian Cryptocurrency Industry
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 10:30
A leading industry organization in Russia has decided to establish an arbitration body to look into disputes within the digital economy, including matters related to cryptocurrency transactions, as well as rights and responsibilities in token sales and the implementation of smart contracts. Also read: Ukraine Plans to Fully Legalize Cryptocurrencies Within Three Years Industry Organization […]
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Coinbase's Emilie Choi: $300 Million Raise Was 'For a Rainy Day'
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 10:00
Coinbase's $300 million Series E was about a "war chest" for expansion, not necessity, says Emilie Choi, its VP of corporate and business development. PR: Bitcoin.com Pairs up with eGifter to Simplify and Streamline Gift Card Purchases
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 09:30
eGifter and Bitcoin.com announce partnership that will allow cryptocurrency users to buy gift cards with Bitcoin Cash
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) just became more usable with the launch of a partnership between Bitcoin.com and eGifter, a gift card marketplace offering 300+ top-branded eGift cards to US and global brands. Customers will be able to shop for eGift cards directly from the Bitcoin.com store at launch, and in the coming weeks, straight from the Bitcoin.com wallet.
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Hong Kong's Securities Watchdog to Regulate Crypto Funds
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 09:00
Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission says it will bring crypto funds under its securities regulations to improve investor protection. Bitcoin.com Store Now Offers Hundreds of Top-Branded Gift Cards
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 07:35
The Bitcoin.com Store has now partnered with the company Egifter. Thanks to the collaboration, Bitcoin.com Store patrons can purchase an assortment of over 300 top-branded gift cards to stores and restaurants worldwide with bitcoin cash. Also read: Coinbase Raises $300 Million, Reaching $8 Billion Valuation Over 300 Gift Cards for Food, Entertainment, and Top Retail Brands […]
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Ethereum Studio ConsenSys Just Bought an Asteroid Mining Company
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 06:00
ConsenSys has just acquired an asteroid mining startup called Planetary Resources. Korean Court Rules in Favor of Cryptocurrency Exchange Against Bank
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 05:35
A South Korean district court has ruled that Nonghyup Bank, a major bank in the country, cannot block transactions to the account of cryptocurrency exchange Coinis based solely on the government’s anti-money laundering guidelines. This is reportedly the first time a Korean crypto exchange has taken legal action against a bank for blocking its transactions. […]
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Bitcoin's White Paper Is Not a Bible – Stop Worshipping It
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 04:00
Software evolves, read-only text documents do not. Bitcoin's White Paper Is Not a Bible – Stop Worshipping It
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 04:00
Software evolves, read-only text documents do not. Bitcoin History Part 1: In the Beginning
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 03:30
With today marking the tenth anniversary of the Bitcoin whitepaper, the web is predictably thick with op-eds, retrospectives and thought pieces. While Oct. 31, 2008 is hailed as a pivotal moment in monetary history, at the time, few noticed the publication of the Bitcoin whitepaper to a cryptography mailing list. Like all revolutions, this one […]
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Morgan Stanley Report Says Crypto Now An Institutional Asset Class
CoinDesk
2018. Nov. 01. 02:05
Cryptocurrencies are now a new institutional investment class, rather than a fully developed electronic cash, a Morgan Stanley report says. Exchanges Roundup: BNB on Etoro, Binance Freezes Wex Funds, Bittrex International
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 02:00
In cryptocurrency exchange news, Binance’s native coin has listed on Etoro, Bittrex has announced the upcoming launch of its Malta-based international exchange, and Chris Lee of Huobi has predicted that security token offerings will become a mainstream form of fundraising within five years. Also Read: Bitcoin Trader Faces Five Years in US Jail for Unlicensed Money […]
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Brazilian Banks Ordered to Reopen Cryptocurrency Exchange’s Frozen Accounts
Bitcoin News
2018. Nov. 01. 00:00
A Brazilian court has ordered the reopening of cryptocurrency exchange Bitcoin Max’s bank accounts, which were closed without explanation by Banco do Brasil and Banco Santander in September. The two banks have reportedly reactivated the accounts to avoid paying fines. Also Read: Kenya’s Bithub Africa Mines Bitcoin Using Solar Power Threat of Fine Forces Banco Do Brasil […]
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