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December AugustTwo Charged With Running ‘Shadow Banking’ Service for Crypto Exchanges
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 19:21
The U.S. government has sued two individuals in connection with a scheme to provide "shadow banking" services to unregulated crypto exchanges. Bitpay and Refundo Now Provide Tax Return Payouts in BTC
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 30. 17:40
On April 30, the global cryptocurrency payment processing firm Bitpay announced its partnership with the tax-related financial products and services provider Refundo. The collaboration will give U.S. residents the ability to receive all or a portion of their federal and state tax refunds in crypto. Also read: How to Create a Bitcoin Cash Wallet With […]
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Self-Styled Satoshi Accused of PGP Forgery in Kleiman vs Wright Lawsuit
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 30. 16:20
The Southern District Court of Florida case, Kleiman v. Wright, continues to be one of the 10 most monitored court dockets in the state. On April 28, the Kleiman estate’s legal team responded to Wright’s most recent motion to dismiss the case by claiming that Wright submitted a forgery as evidence and allege the fraudulent […]
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Tether Lawyer Admits Stablecoin Now 74 Percent Backed by Cash and Equivalents
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 15:47
Tether's general counsel acknowledges that USDT is only 74% backed by cash and equivalents in a new affidavit. Tether Lawyer Admits Stablecoin Now 74% Backed by Cash and Equivalents
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 15:47
Tether's general counsel told the New York Supreme Court that it can only back about 74% of USDT in circulation as of Tuesday. Microsoft Outlook Hackers Stole Crypto Using Victims’ Emails: Report
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 15:10
Hackers who breached Microsoft Outlook have reportedly used the email service to steal cryptocurrency users' funds. HTC Plans to Launch Another Blockchain Phone This Year, Exec Says
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 14:15
Electronics giant HTC is planning to launch a second-generation EXODUS blockchain phone by the end of 2019. This App Teaches You How to Become a Bitcoin Cash Trader
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 30. 13:45
If you are new to the crypto space and want to learn more about trading there’s a useful app that focuses on one of the most popular cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin Cash: Online Course gives you the basics and explains in detail the instruments that any successful trader should be using such as fundamental and technical analyses. […]
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Bitcoin Startup Unveils ‘Thunder Bird’ Lightning Code for IoT Devices
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 13:00
Japanese startup Nayuta is releasing a lightning network implementation with a compelling new focus: bitcoin payments for the internet of things. JPMorgan Exec Joins Blockchain Gold-Trading Firm Tradewind as CEO
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 12:00
Tradewind, a blockchain-powered precious metals market, has hired a JPMorgan veteran to be its first-ever CEO. Bahrain’s Regulatory Sandbox Teeming With Crypto Companies
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 30. 11:32
Bahrain’s regulatory sandbox has become increasingly crypto-friendly as half of the companies approved are now either crypto exchanges or other crypto businesses including ATMs. There are currently 30 companies approved for the regulatory sandbox by the central bank. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Regulatory Sandbox Thirty companies are currently […]
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Bahrain’s Regulatory Sandbox Increasingly Crypto-Friendly
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 30. 11:32
Bahrain’s regulatory sandbox has become increasingly crypto-friendly as half of the companies approved are now either crypto exchanges or other crypto businesses including ATMs. There are currently 30 companies approved for the regulatory sandbox by the central bank. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Regulatory Sandbox Thirty companies are currently […]
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Bahrain Increasingly Crypto-Friendly
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 30. 11:32
Bahrain has become increasingly crypto-friendly as half of the companies approved for the country’s regulatory sandbox are now either crypto exchanges or other crypto businesses including ATMs. There are currently 30 companies approved for the regulatory sandbox by the central bank. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Regulatory Sandbox Thirty […]
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Bitcoin Price Close to First 3-Month Winning Streak Since Late 2017
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 11:31
Bitcoin is on track to confirm a long-term bullish reversal with its first three-month winning streak since the end of 2017. Bitcoin’s Price Closes In on First 3-Month Win Streak Since 2017
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 11:31
Bitcoin is on track to confirm a long-term bullish reversal with its first three-month winning streak since the end of 2017. ErisX Launches Crypto Spot Market on Heels of New $20 Million Raise
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 11:00
Aspiring crypto derivatives provider ErisX took one step closer to its ultimate goal Tuesday with the launch of a spot market. Voters on Ethereum App Veto Proposal to Fund Polkadot Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 10:00
Aragon token holders have shot down a proposal to diversify project funds to support blockchain interoperability project Polkadot. PR: CoinAll Lists Ravencoin With 10 BTC Giveaway
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 30. 09:30
On April 2019, CoinAll, one of the fastest-growth cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, announced the listing of RVN and offered a 15-day fee-free RVN trading promotion. In the last months, RVN has attracted attention thanks to its price meteoric rise.
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Nasdaq Adding Index for XRP Cryptocurrency to Global Data Service
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 09:00
After bitcoin and ether, Nasdaq is now adding an index for the world’s third-largest cryptocurrency, XRP, to its global data service. Bitfinex Is Planning to Issue an Exchange Token, Shareholder Says
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 08:00
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex is planning to issue a proprietary exchange token, according to a shareholder claiming knowledge of the plan. Dozens of Crypto Trademarks Filed in the US This Year
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 30. 06:40
General interest in cryptocurrencies is not what it used to be during the all-time highs of 2017 and established companies in the industry have been rethinking their priorities. Entrepreneurship in the crypto space, characterized by ingenuity and optimism, remains strong however. This is shown by the fact that dozens of businesses and individuals in the […]
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Want to Understand Bitfinex? Understand Mt. Gox
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 30. 04:01
People interested in understanding Bitfinex are well-served to understand what happened with Mt. Gox. Bitcoin History Part 11: The First Major Loss of Coins
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 29. 22:10
Since the very start, people have lost bitcoins due to human error. Mislaid wallets, forgotten passwords, broken hard drives, hacks, and scams have conspired to remove over 20% of all BTC from circulation by some estimates. The dubious accolade for the first major bitcoin loss goes to forum member Stone Man, who, on August 10, […]
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Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital Crypto Fund Lost $272.7 Million in 2018
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 18:35
Galaxy Digital, the crypto fund founded by Michael Novogratz, lost $272.7 million in its first full year of operation. A Bitcoin Cash Fork of Decentralized Exchange Bisq Is on the Horizon
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 29. 18:15
Two Bitcoin Cash (BCH) community members recently offered up a bounty for someone to fork the decentralized trading platform Bisq using BCH as the native currency. Now it seems a programmer has started the project in order to port Bisq over to BCH with help from BCH developer Pokkst’s Bitcoincashj implementation. The project is still […]
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Huobi Cloud Aims for 80 More Exchange Partners in Bid for Revenue Growth
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 17:01
The Huobi Cloud network of crypto exchanges wants to facilitate $55 million in daily volume by 2020. SEC Temporarily Suspends Trading in Little-Known Bitcoin Miner’s Shares
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 16:20
The SEC has temporarily suspended trading in shares Bitcoin Generation, a little-known crypto exchange and miner. Bakkt Acquires Crypto Custodian, Partners With BNY Mellon on Key Storage
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 15:59
Bitcoin futures exchange Bakkt has acquired the Digital Asset Custody Company and is working with global bank BNY Mellon on crypto key storage. Bitmain Aims to Leapfrog Competition With Its Next-Gen Bitcoin Miner
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 29. 14:38
On April 28, the China-based mining rig manufacturer Bitmain Technologies announced the launch of its latest Antminer T17 model which processes roughly 40 terahashes per second (TH/s). The machine delivers better power efficiency with 55 joules per terahash (J/TH) and the T17 is also equipped with second-generation TSMC 7nm semiconductors. Also read: Statistics Show Bitcoin […]
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UK Baroness’ Luxury Bitcoin Property Project Reportedly Suffering Delay
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 14:30
A British baroness' luxury residential project targeting the crypto rich has been put on hold, says The Times. We.Trade Co-Founder Mancone Is Leaving the Enterprise Blockchain Firm
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 13:00
Roberto Mancone is leaving we.trade, the live trade finance blockchain platform which he helped grow into a legal entity comprising 14 banks. How to Monetize Your Blog or Website With Bitcoin Games
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 29. 11:50
If you have a popular website, blog or even a large mailing list of people interested in cryptocurrencies or online games, there are a few ways to monetize your traffic. One quick and easy revenue-generating solution is to create a referral program that’s tailored to the interests of your audience. Also Read: How to Start […]
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Creditor Takes Crypto Startup London Block Exchange to Court
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 11:30
A law firm has taken the London Block Exchange to court saying it's owed money, but the startup's CEO has denied it is going out of business. Bitcoin on the Defensive But May See Bounce at Key Price Support
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 11:05
Bitcoin's short-term prospects are looking bleak, but its close proximity to historically strong price support is calling for caution from sellers. Australian Crypto Scam Reports Rose Almost 200% in 2018
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 10:30
Australia saw a surge in reports of scams involving cryptocurrencies last year, according to the country's consumer watchdog. 24 Countries and IMF Discuss Global Standards of Crypto Regulation
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 29. 09:22
Twenty-four financial authorities and 11 international organizations, including the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, recently gathered in New York and discussed global standards of crypto regulation. “It is important to consistently implement international standards,” said the chairman of South Korea’s top financial regulator who attended the meeting. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones […]
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Jaguar Land Rover Plans to Give Drivers Crypto in Return for Their Data
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 09:00
Jaguar Land Rover is piloting tech that may soon let drivers earn rewards in the IOTA cryptocurrency for sharing data on road conditions. US Stock Broker E*Trade to Launch Bitcoin and Ether Trading: Report
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 08:02
Online stock brokerage E*Trade is preparing to launch cryptocurrency trading services, according to Bloomberg sources. US Stock Broker E*Trade to Launch Bitcoin and Ether Trading: Report
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 08:00
Online stock brokerage E*Trade is preparing to launch cryptocurrency trading services, according to Bloomberg sources. Bond Rating Agency Moody’s Warns on Risks of Private Blockchains
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 06:00
Rating agency Moody's has warned of several risks of private, centralized blockchains in a report examining the tech's pros and cons. A Glimpse of Banking’s Future, Live on the Ethereum Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 29. 04:00
Last week, Frenching bank Societe Generale revealed that it has issued a security token-like bond on ethereum. But rather than using a private iteration, SocGen used the public blockchain. As Projects Flock to Binance Chain, Its DEX Has a Lot to Live up To
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 28. 21:00
You wouldn’t know to look at it, but Binance DEX could soon become the busiest exchange in the cryptosphere. At present, MITH is the only token tradable on there, though it will soon be joined by NOW – the first token to be added to Binance Chain – plus hundreds more if exchange boss CZ […]
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Twitter Shenanigans and Tether Probe in the Weekly Video Update From Bitcoin.com
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 28. 17:10
Cryptocurrency advocates try to get the CEO of Twitter to ban @Bitcoin and the New York Attorney General goes after the company behind Tether. This and more in the weekly video news update on Bitcoin.com’s Youtube channel. Also Read: How to Start Cloud Mining Bitcoin Cash Watch Bitcoin.com’s Weekly News Update This week’s show covers […]
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Wizsec Security Blames Coinlab After Mt. Gox Trustee Delays Proceedings
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 28. 14:40
On April 25, the Mt. Gox civil rehabilitation trustee Nobuaki Kobayashi published a new announcement concerning the deadline for the rehabilitation plan. According to the letter sent to Mt. Gox creditors, Kobayashi has delayed the proceedings for another six months due to “undetermined” claims. Following the announcement, bitcoin security specialists Wizsec published a scathing critique […]
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I Tried to Get People to Give Away Bitcoin – And They Did
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 28. 13:30
Some of bitcoin's earliest adopters have made a fortune holding onto the coins, and Connie Gallippi wanted to give them a way to help other people. Turns out bitcoiners are quite the philanthropists too. Murder, Censorship and Syria: Crypto and the Future of Uprisings
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 28. 12:25
One technologist's imprisonment and execution in Syria exemplifies the parallel use of technology for both liberation and repression – and why bitcoin and other censorship resistant tech is needed in such areas. Meet Bassel Khartabil. Blockchain Projects Bloom as Crypto Spring Fuels a Fundraising Boom
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 28. 11:05
As crypto winter subsides, spring has sprung in the cryptosphere, ushering in green shoots of growth across the board. Attention has largely focused on the increase in digital asset prices, as cryptocurrencies have swelled by an average of 40% in 2019. But away from the frothy market action, there is far more tangible evidence that […]
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How to Start Cloud Mining Bitcoin Cash
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 28. 08:35
You might have contemplated getting into cryptocurrency mining but are concerned that you don’t have the technical skills, time or money to invest in the field. Cloud mining eliminates these problems and lets you benefit from joining forces with a large operation. Also Read: How to Easily Add a Bitcoin Cash Price Chart to Your […]
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Finland Begins Regulating Cryptocurrency Service Providers
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 28. 03:05
Finland’s president has approved a law to regulate cryptocurrency service providers including exchanges, custodian wallet providers, and issuers of cryptocurrencies. The law will enter into force next week. Crypto service providers will need to register with the country’s Financial Supervisory Authority and meet statutory requirements. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s […]
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Finland Begins Regulating Crypto Service Providers
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 28. 03:05
Finland’s president has approved a law to regulate cryptocurrency service providers including exchanges, custodian wallet providers, and issuers of cryptocurrencies. The law will enter into force next week. Crypto service providers will need to register with the country’s Financial Supervisory Authority and meet statutory requirements. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s […]
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More Cashshuffle Compatible Wallets Are Coming to Bitcoin Cash
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 27. 21:25
On April 27, Electron Cash founder Jonald Fyookball revealed a new milestone for the Cashshuffle protocol when he announced the release of the Cashshuffle JS library. According to Fyookball, the software is a “major step” toward Cashshuffle being implemented into other light wallets. Also read: BCH Developer Builds Onchain Token Auction Console — SLP Agora […]
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Russia Prepares to Test Cryptocurrencies in Four of Its Regions
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 27. 17:40
The Russian Federation, which is yet to regulate digital assets, is now planning to allow four of its regions to test innovations that are not covered by its current legislation. A bill drafted by the Economy ministry envisages the establishment of regulatory sandboxes there. The special economic zones will allow companies, entrepreneurs and authorities to […]
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BCH Developer Builds Onchain Token Auction Console — SLP Agora
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 27. 14:30
On April 26, software developer Tobias Ruck revealed a new platform he’s been working on called SLP Agora, an onchain trading console written in Rust that allows users to auction SLP tokens for bitcoin cash. The application’s decision-based transactions are secured by a smart contract technique enabled by the newly implemented opcode OP_Checkdatasig. Also read: […]
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How to Create a Bitcoin Cash Wallet With Cashaddress
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 27. 12:03
Setting up a bitcoin cash wallet is one of the first steps to getting involved in the world of peer-to-peer electronic cash. And while there are many established wallet providers that support BCH, you can use the Cashaddress platform to create a bitcoin cash wallet all by yourself. Also read: Smartphone Wallpaper Lets You Track […]
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The Bitfinex-Tether Allegations Explained
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 27. 11:52
A quick visual overview of New York's allegations against crypto companies Bitfinex and Tether. This Week’s Bitfinex-Tether Allegations Explained
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 27. 11:52
A quick visual overview of New York's allegations against crypto companies Bitfinex and Tether. Paxos to Issue Up to $100 Million of Stablecoins on Ontology Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 27. 02:50
Paxos will issue up to 100 million of its PAX stablecoins on the Ontology blockchain next month. Up to $100 Million Paxos Stablecoins to Be Issued on Ontology Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 27. 02:50
Ontology is to launch the Paxos Standard stablecoin, a regulated token backed by U.S. dollars, on its blockchain. ‘Up to 100 Million’ Paxos Stablecoins to Be Issued on Ontology Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 27. 02:50
Ontology is to launch the Paxos Standard stablecoin, a regulated token backed by U.S. dollars, on its blockchain. Old Twitter Account Gives Away $10K in Bitcoin Cash in 48 Hours
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 26. 23:25
Over the last two days, Bitcoin Cash (BCH) supporters have noticed a Twitter handle called @Bitcoininfo tipping a bunch of random individuals and nonprofit organizations significant amounts of BCH. The Twitter profile with 107,000 followers revealed on April 26 that it gave away $10,000 in BCH using the tipping bot Tippr. Also read: Researchers Find […]
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Bitfinex Needs ‘A Few Weeks’ to Unfreeze Funds, CFO Tells Shareholder
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 21:35
A Bitfinex shareholder says its CFO told him the exchange needs 'a few weeks' to recover the funds at issue in the New York Attorney General probe. ‘Darkest Days Yet’: ‘Purple Pill’ Tell-All Details Years-Long Rift at Heart of MakerDAO Stablecoin Project
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 20:22
Penned by the stablecoin project's former CTO, "Zandy's Story" paints a clear picture of MakerDAO's current turmoil. Funding Approved for Audit of Ethereum’s ProgPoW Mining Proposal
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 18:00
Funding has been raised to conduct a technical audit over "ProgPoW" – a hotly-debated proposal to change ethereum's mining algorithm. Markets Update: Crypto Bulls Lose Footing After Stablecoin Controversy
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 26. 16:55
Cryptocurrencies dropped in value yesterday after the New York Attorney General’s court filings against Bitfinex and Tether were published. Currently, the entire market capitalization is roughly $170 billion and most cryptocurrencies have lost 2-10% of their value since the announcement. Also read: Researchers Find Hundreds of Ethereum Wallets at Risk Due to Weak Key Pairs […]
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$10 Million in Paxos Stablecoins Printed Overnight Following Tether Allegations
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 16:15
More than 10 million Paxos Standard stablecoins were minted after the New York Attorney General's bombshell allegations about rival issuer Tether. Circle’s SeedInvest Takes Step Toward Tokenizing Stocks With Trading License
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 14:00
SeedInvest, the equity crowdfunding platform owned by crypto startup Circle, just got a license to facilitate trading of traditional securities. Indian Government Again Discussing Ban on Cryptocurrencies: Report
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 13:00
The government of India is said to be renewing its efforts to completely outlaw public cryptocurrencies, according to The Economic Times. Smartphone Wallpaper Lets You Track the Price of Your Favorite Coins
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 26. 12:00
Crypto investors are always keen to stay updated about market movements that change the value of their holdings. A live wallpaper for smartphones called Crypto Bubbles allows you to keep track of the prices of multiple coins at a glance. Also read: Crypto of the Day App Gauges Investor Sentiment and Market Trends Get Crypto […]
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DeFi Upstart Dharma Brokers $6.4 Million in Crypto Loans in First 3 Weeks
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 12:00
Riding a wave of interest in crypto lending, Dharma is becoming a lucrative way to arbitrage the DAI stablecoin. 2015 Bitcoin Price Resistance Re-Emerges Amid Bitfinex Controversy
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 11:00
A long-term technical line, which served as strong price resistance four years ago, is again capping the upside in bitcoin's price. New Crypto-Mining Malware Targeting Asian Firms With NSA Tools
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 10:00
A new form of malware discovered by Symantec is targeting enterprises using leaked NSA tools to infect networks and mine monero. US Prosecutors Charge 2 Foreign Nationals Over Bitcoin Investment Scam
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 09:00
Two Nigerian nationals have been indicted in the U.S. for wire fraud and money laundering relating to a fake bitcoin investment scheme. India Progressing on Crypto Regulation Amid Ban Rumor
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 26. 08:30
The Indian government has been progressing on cryptocurrency regulation. A recent report from the Ministry of Finance confirms some recommendations. Meanwhile, local media reported Friday that a draft bill on the regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies is being circulated among relevant government departments. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Ministry of […]
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Indian Government Progressing on Crypto Regulation Amid Ban Rumor
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 26. 08:30
The Indian government has been progressing on cryptocurrency regulation. A recent report from the Ministry of Finance confirms some recommendations. Meanwhile, local media reported Friday that a draft bill on the regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies is being circulated among relevant government departments. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Ministry of […]
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Buterin Proposal Could Turn Ethereum Staking Into $160 Million Industry
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 08:00
Ethereum researchers are currently discussing the optimal reward issuance rates for a new version of the network called ethereum 2.0. Vitalik Proposal Could Turn Ethereum Staking Into $160 Million Industry
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 08:00
Ethereum researchers are currently discussing the optimal reward issuance rates for a new version of the network called ethereum 2.0. How Crypto Markets Are Reacting to the Tether-Bitfinex Allegations
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 26. 04:40
The crypto markets endured a loss of as much as $10 billion around 21:00 UTC on Thursday, following the NYAG's allegations on Bitfinex and Tether. Survey Shows Europeans Think Crypto Will Last a Decade, but Are Less Confident in BTC
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 25. 22:30
According to a recent survey of 10,000 European residents, 63% believe that cryptocurrencies will still be around in 10 years. However, polled respondents were not so confident about bitcoin core (BTC) lasting over the next decade as only 49% of participants believe BTC will be around. Also read: Researchers Find Hundreds of Ethereum Wallets at […]
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Survey Shows Europeans Think Crypto Will Last a Decade
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 25. 22:30
According to a recent survey of 10,000 European residents, 63% believe that cryptocurrencies will still be around in 10 years. However, polled respondents were not so confident about bitcoin core (BTC) lasting over the next decade as only 49% of participants believe BTC will be around. Also read: Researchers Find Hundreds of Ethereum Wallets at […]
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Bitfinex Covered $850 Million Loss Using Tether Funds, NY Prosecutors Allege
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 21:45
New York's Attorney General has obtained a court order against crypto exchange Bitfinex's operator iFinex as well as stablecoin company Tether. MakerDAO Set to Increase DAI Fees Above 15% in Bid to Stabilize Stablecoin
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 18:17
MakerDAO token holders have voted again to increase issuance fees on dollar-backed stablecoin DAI. Tobacco Giant Philip Morris Is Building a Different Kind of ‘Public’ Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 17:45
Tobacco giant Philip Morris is working on a "public blockchain," an executive said, though not quite in the commonly understood sense. Mt Gox Trustee Extends Deadline to File Rehabilitation Plan
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 16:25
Nobuaki Kobayashi, the trustee for crypto exchange Mt Gox, has extended the deadline by which he must file a civil rehabilitation plan. The Darknet Rises With 6 New Markets
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 25. 16:14
As Dream dies and Wall Street exits, a string of new darknet markets (DNMs) has emerged to take their crown. The majority of these have only been operational for a matter of weeks, and have launched at a time when trust in DNMs is running low. The success or failure of these marketplaces will be […]
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Leaked Letter Exposes Infighting Atop Flagship Ethereum Project MakerDAO
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 14:13
The non-profit entity behind ethereum’s hottest decentralized startup is wracked with infighting, a legal letter obtained by CoinDesk reveals. The letter, dated April 1, is from an attorney representing five board members of the Cayman Islands-based MakerDAO Ecosystem Growth Foundation (MEGF) who say they were pressured to resign by CEO Rune Christensen in late March. […] Researchers Find Hundreds of Ethereum Wallets at Risk Due to Weak Key Pairs
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 25. 13:58
On April 23, the security consulting firm Independent Security Evaluators (ISE) published a document concerning a number of unsound public and private key pairs tied to the Ethereum blockchain. The probability of chance needed to crack 256-bit encryption would take years for hackers to access random private keys. However, ISE recently queried 49,060 ETH transactions […]
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Genesis Lends $425 Million of Crypto in Q1 – and Not Just to Short Sellers
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 13:00
Genesis Global Trading's cryptocurrency lending arm continues to grow, even as the number of short sellers dwindles. Payments Firm Wirex Launching 26 Stablecoins on the Stellar Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 11:45
U.K.-licensed payments platform Wirex is launching 26 fiat-backed stablecoins on the Stellar blockchain network. How to Easily Add a Bitcoin Cash Price Chart to Your Website
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 25. 11:45
Bitcoin.com offers a variety of widgets for website developers to easily add bitcoin cash (BCH) price charts, tickers, headlines and more. These can help increase engagement from readers and keep your website updated regarding the performance of crypto assets in real time. Also Read: Israeli University Sues Professor for Zero-Knowledge Proofs Technology Improve Your Website […]
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Bitcoin Faces Deeper Price Pullback Before Rally Continuation
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 11:15
Bitcoin may revisit sub-$5,000 levels in the short-term, as a widely followed technical indicator is flashing a historically bearish pattern. Top 3 Japanese Bank to Roll Out Services on Marco Polo Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 10:00
Sumitomo, Japan’s third-largest bank by total assets, will launch blockchain-based trade finance services in the second half of this year. Ripple Says Sales of XRP Cryptocurrency Grew 31% in Q1
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 09:00
Blockchain payments startup Ripple has reported a 31 percent quarter-to-quarter increase in sales of XRP. Banks Can’t Snub Crypto Startups Thanks to France’s New Blockchain Law
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 25. 08:00
France's wide-ranging new blockchain law aims to solve a longstanding problem for crypto startups: banking, or lack thereof. Blockfi Launches High-Interest Crypto Lending Program in India
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 25. 07:10
US-based Blockfi has expanded into India, offering a high rate on its interest-bearing account for two cryptocurrencies. News.Bitcoin.com talked to Blockfi and a local Indian crypto exchange offering a similar program to find out how the two products differ. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Blockfi Launching in India New […]
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Learn How to Use Bitcoin.com’s New Point-of-Sale Solution — Bitcoin Cash Merchant
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 25. 03:50
During the third week of April, Bitcoin.com released a new point-of-sale (PoS) service called Bitcoin Cash Merchant for Android operating systems. The free platform allows any retail location to accept bitcoin cash (BCH) without registering an account. With the Bitcoin Cash Merchant platform, store owners can open their businesses to a new form of payment […]
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How to Use Bitcoin.com’s New Point-of-Sale Solution — Bitcoin Cash Merchant
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 25. 03:50
During the third week of April, Bitcoin.com released a new point-of-sale (PoS) service called Bitcoin Cash Merchant for Android operating systems. The free platform allows any retail location to accept bitcoin cash (BCH) without registering an account. With the Bitcoin Cash Merchant platform, store owners can open their businesses to a new form of payment […]
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Samsung Invests $2.9 Million in Crypto Hardware Startup Ledger
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 21:30
Samsung has invested nearly $3 million in French crypto hardware wallet maker Ledger. New Code Helps Lightning Users Protect Their Bitcoin from File Corruption
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 21:00
A new software release from Lightning Labs targets a risk for users: the chance they'll lose funds if their hardware is having problems. Crescent Cash BCH Wallet Features SLP Token Support for Smartphones
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 24. 18:42
During the first week of April, news.Bitcoin.com reported on a new bitcoin cash (BCH) mobile wallet called Crescent Cash. At the time, the wallet was the third wallet within the BCH ecosystem to add the Cash Accounts protocol. Now with the latest version release, the noncustodial client is the first mobile wallet to support Simple […]
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2,000 More US Grocery Stores Enable Bitcoin Buying at Coinstar Machines
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 18:21
You can now convert coins to bitcoin at more than 2,000 Coinstar kiosks in 19 different states. Galaxy Digital CTO Out at Novagratz-Led Crypto Fund
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 17:00
Mike McMahon, chief technology officer at crypto merchant bank Galaxy Digital, has left the firm, CoinDesk has learned. Galaxy Digital CTO Out at Novogratz-Led Crypto Fund
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 17:00
Mike McMahon, chief technology officer at crypto merchant bank Galaxy Digital, has left the firm, CoinDesk has learned. View Ads, Get BAT: Brave Delivers on ICO Promise of Paid Web Browsing
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 16:01
The privacy-oriented Brave browser is launching today its long-anticipated product where web users are compensated for their attention. TrustToken Launches AUD-Backed Stablecoin With 3 More to Follow
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 15:00
TrustToken has launched a stablecoin backed by the Australian dollar, with three for CAD, HKD and euros to follow soon. China’s Foreign Exchange Regulator Piloting Blockchain in Trade Finance
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 14:00
The agency that regulates and manages China's foreign exchange reserves will trial a blockchain system addressing inefficiencies in cross-border trade. Big Players Transforming Crypto Exchanges in Japan
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 24. 13:50
Government-approved cryptocurrency trading platforms in Japan are undergoing changes with big players entering the market. News.Bitcoin.com talked to Japan’s top financial regulator to learn about the regulatory implications of the changing business models and internal systems of regulated exchanges. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Changing Crypto Exchange Landscape Crypto […]
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Chainalysis Adds Real-Time Transaction Monitoring for 4 More Cryptos
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 13:00
Blockchain compliance startup Chainalysis has added support for Binance’s native token BNB and three stablecoins to its transaction monitoring tool. New York State Sees First Conviction for Crypto Money Laundering
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 12:00
A case involving millions of dollars in bitcoin and Western Union payments resulted in New York State's first conviction for crypto money laundering. Blockchain Migration Is All the Rage
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 24. 11:46
On April 24, Gifto announced that it’s moving house from Ethereum to Binance Chain. In doing so, it joins half a dozen other projects that have recently committed to the most talked about new blockchain in town. Blockchain migration can occur for a number of reasons, but beyond providing an instant shot of publicity, does […]
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Litecoin Led Bitcoin’s Price Rally, Now It’s Hinting at a Pullback
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 11:00
Bitcoin could be in for a price pullback, as litecoin, which led the crypto markets higher earlier in the year, is now showing signs of weakness. Bitfury, Swiss Investment Firm Launch Regulated Bitcoin Mining Fund
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 10:10
Bitfury and Swiss investment firm Final Frontier have launched a bitcoin mining fund after it was authorized by an EU regulator. Crypto of the Day App Gauges Investor Sentiment and Market Trends
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 24. 09:40
Taking relevant investment decisions in the crypto space requires comprehensive information about current trends and a good idea of the sentiment of market participants. A mobile application called Crypto of the Day aggregates data about both and offers some other useful features. Also read: Crypto Rocket Lets You Track Over 2,000 Cryptocurrencies Finding the Coins […]
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Samsung Developing Ethereum-Based Blockchain, May Issue Own Token
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 09:15
Samsung is reportedly developing an ethereum-based blockchain network and is eyeing the eventual issuance of a "Samsung Coin" token. The Ethereum Name Service Is Turning Nearly 300,000 .ETH Domains Into NFTs
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 08:00
Ethereum's domain registration service is gearing up for major changes, including faster registration, tradeable domains and an annual fee. Russian Opposition Leader Raises $3 Million in Bitcoin Donations
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 24. 04:00
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has attracted $3 million of bitcoin donations over the last three years. Lots of Building on BCH as Bitcoin.com’s REST Layer Sees Millions of Requests
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 23. 21:55
Over the last year, Bitcoin.com has released a robust Bitcoin Cash (BCH) developer platform loaded with programming tools like Bitbox as well as the newly launched Badger and SLP tool kits. In addition to these services, Bitcoin.com provides programmers with guides, a GUI BIP44 development wallet, a BCH testnet faucet, and REST layer for the […]
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French Lender Societe Generale Issues $112 Million Bond on Ethereum
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 19:10
French investment bank Societe Generale has issued $112 million of bonds as a security token on the public ethereum blockchain. Lightning Labs Launches Desktop App on Bitcoin Mainnet
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 18:16
Lightning Labs has put out his first alpha release for its lightning desktop app for bitcoin's mainnet. Survey Shows South Koreans Increased Crypto Holdings by 64% Last Year
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 23. 18:15
Over the last few years, South Korea has become a hotspot for cryptocurrencies and the region captures a large amount of the world’s digital asset trade volume. A survey published on April 20 by the Korea Financial Investment Association shows that the average South Korean cryptocurrency trader has increased their crypto holdings by 64.2% over […]
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Ether Thief Found Stealing Funds With Weak Private Keys
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 17:00
A security consultancy found that an unknown person or group has been undertaking a sophisticated scheme to steal ether from weakly-protected addresses. BlockFi Is Now Paying Interest on $53 Million of Crypto Deposits
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 16:30
Crypto lending startup BlockFi has gathered another $18 million of bitcoin and ether deposits since last month, bringing its total interest-earning accounts to $53 million. Paytomat Enables Merchants to Accept 18 Cryptocurrencies In-Store
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 23. 15:45
Accepting cryptocurrency payments in your store doesn’t require specialist hardware or complex integration – Paytomat is proof. The crypto payment gateway enables merchants to accept 18 cryptocurrencies including BCH using their existing equipment. To date, hundreds of brick and mortar stores across four continents have added crypto support using Paytomat. Also read: Crypto-Based Transfers Can […]
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Coinbase Shutters High-Speed Crypto Trading Division, Axing 30 Jobs
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 15:30
Coinbase is shutting down the Chicago trading technology office it opened a year ago, eliminating 30 jobs. Crypto Exchanges Huobi and Fisco Investigated by Japan Watchdog: Report
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 14:00
Crypto exchanges Huobi Japan and Fisco were investigated by the country’s Financial Services Agency last week, according to Reuters sources. Blockchain Startup Filament Joins IoT Research Project Backed By Nevada
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 13:00
Filament, a blockchain hardware startup, is now working on the University of Nevada, Reno's autonomous vehicle project. SEC-Fined Crypto Project Abandons Cannabis Co-Working Space Plan
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 12:10
ParagonCoin, which was previously fined by the regulator over its ICO, is selling off a property intended for use as a cannabis co-working space. SEC-Fined Crypto Project Abandons Cannabis Co-Working Venture
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 12:10
ParagonCoin, which was previously fined by the regulator over its ICO, is selling off a property intended for use as a cannabis co-working space. Crypto Custodian BitGo One-Ups Gemini With Advanced Security Exam
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 11:16
BitGo says it's passed an advanced security review by an outside monitor, claiming to be the first crypto startup to receive this level of certification. Bitcoin Price Sees First ‘Golden Crossover’ Since 2015
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 11:00
With bitcoin’s move to five-month highs Tuesday, a notable bull cross of key moving averages has formed for the first time in nearly four years. Civic Inks Deal to Bring Blockchain ID to 1,000 Vending Machines
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 10:00
After demoing a beer vending machine at SXSW, Civic is announcing a blockchain identity deal with six suppliers in the automated retail space. Crypto-Based Transfers Can Cut Remittance Costs in Africa by 90%
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 23. 09:30
Remittances have become a lifeline for many people in Sub-Saharan Africa, but the cost of sending money via banks and money transfer operators remains punitively high. On average, it costs 9.3% (of value transferred) to send the equivalent of $200 to the region, the highest remittance rates anywhere on the planet, according to the new […]
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Binance Launches Decentralized Exchange Ahead of Schedule
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 09:10
Top cryptocurrency exchange Binance has launched its decentralized exchange platform, with trading to go live soon. Student Gets 10-Year Jail Term for SIM-Swap Crypto Thefts Worth $7.5 Million
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 08:05
A 21-year-old student from the U.S. who stole over $7.5 million in cryptocurrency via SIM-swap hacks has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. Japan to Provide G20 With Solution for Crypto Regulation
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 23. 07:05
Japan is preparing to share its experience regarding cryptocurrency regulation with finance ministers and central bank governors from other G20 countries at the upcoming summit which it will host in June. According to local media, Japanese regulators have a solution for crypto regulation to offer the G20 countries. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto […]
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Bitcoin’s Price Climbs Above $5,500 to Reach 5-Month High
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 23. 05:06
Bitcoin’s price extended its recent gains today by spiking above $5,500 for the first time in over five months. How Ambiguous Regulations Complicate Crypto Taxation
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 23. 01:05
From America to the United Kingdom and from Russia to Australia, cryptocurrency taxation in major bitcoin strongholds is complicated. Contradictory or non-existent laws, excessive red tape, and maddeningly vague guidelines have conspired to make the tax-paying process more arduous than it need be. Now, a number of advocates are pushing for simplified crypto tax guidelines. […]
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Coinbase’s Political Action Committee Shuts Down Without Ever Raising a Cent
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 22:30
Coinbase has shut down its political action committee after 10 months without raising any funds or backing any candidates. OTC Groups and State-Sanctioned Exchanges Start Trading Venezuela’s Petro
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 22. 22:01
Last February, news.Bitcoin.com first reported on the Venezuelan cryptocurrency the petro (PTR) launched by President Nicolas Maduro. Initially, many media reports assumed the digital currency might be phony or nonexistent. However, recent data from a few exchanges and from Venezuelans trading the asset on social media suggests the nation-state issued cryptocurrency is quite real and […]
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Bittrex: ‘North Korean’ Accounts Flagged by NYDFS Were Actually South Korean
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 19:40
Crypto exchange Bittrex says New York regulators erred in identifying two of its users as North Korean. Bittrex: ‘North Korean’ Accounts Flagged by NYDFS Were South Korean
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 19:40
Crypto exchange Bittrex says New York regulators erred in identifying two of its users as North Korean. Israeli University Sues Professor for Zero-Knowledge Proofs Technology
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 22. 19:01
A leading Israeli university is suing one of its own senior staff members for allegedly creating a zero-knowledge proofs technology company based on the intellectual property the professor developed while working for the institution. Also Read: Will Belarus Be the First Country With Nuclear-Powered Bitcoin Mining? The Technion Wants a Piece of Starkware The Technion […]
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Crypto Charity Airdrop Venezuela Raises $292K – Mostly in BCH
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 22. 16:43
According to the founder of Airdrop Venezuela, the charity that aims to donate US$1 million worth of cryptocurrencies to Venezuelans, the nonprofit has registered 60,000 beneficiaries and raised $292,000 in donations so far. Moreover, bitcoin cash (BCH) has led the pack as far as the most donations are concerned with roughly 670 BCH ($194,900) gifted […]
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Controversial Oil Tycoon Moves to Shake Up Argo Blockchain Board
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 15:45
Frank Timis, a convicted heroin dealer and oil millionaire, is trying to oust execs at the London-listed crypto mining firm Argo Blockchain. CFTC Chair Giancarlo Hints at What’s Holding Back Bakkt’s Bitcoin Futures
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 14:30
Speaking generally about crypto regulation, the CFTC’s chairman offered clues about the delay at bitcoin futures exchange Bakkt. 5 Major Indian Laws That Apply to Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 22. 13:55
India has a number of laws that currently apply to cryptocurrency. A new Cambridge University report explains some of these laws. News.Bitcoin.com talked to one of the authors of the report to uncover more details. Meanwhile, the Indian government is currently finalizing regulations specific to crypto assets. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case […]
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You Can Now Shop With Bitcoin on Amazon Using Lightning
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 13:00
Bitcoin spenders can use the lightning network to shop at e-commerce sites like Amazon, thanks to a new browser extension. Markets Update: BCH and BNB Outperform Leading Crypto Assets
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 22. 12:30
Despite the cryptocurrency markets appearing increasingly bullish, the leading crypto assets have posted mixed results in recent weeks. While BCH and LTC have made significant gains over BTC in recent months, ETH and XRP have lost value against BTC for much of 2019. Also Read: The Number of Crypto Exchanges Offering Margin Has Multiplied BTC […]
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Hacked Crypto Exchange Zaif Resuming Full Services Under New Owner
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 12:05
Japanese crypto exchange Zaif, which was hacked for $60 million last year, is reinstating all services after being acquired by investment firm Fisco. $6K Ahead? Bitcoin Price RSI Confirms Long Run Bull Reversal
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 11:00
With the widely-followed RSI now signaling a long-term bullish reversal, bitcoin may rally to $6,000 over the next month or two. Bitcoin Price RSI Confirms Possible Long-Term Bull Reversal
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 11:00
With the widely-followed RSI now signaling a long-term bullish reversal, bitcoin may rally to $6,000 over the next month or two. Will Belarus Be the First Country With Nuclear-Powered Bitcoin Mining?
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 22. 10:25
Cryptocurrency mining has lost some of its profitability during the prolonged bear market of the past year. However, not all investors are short-sighted. Belarus, for example, is not giving up on its intentions to develop the digital economy, of which the crypto space is a part of. Minsk thinks it has enough resources and soon […]
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Tennis Star Serena Williams Reveals Investment in Coinbase
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 10:00
Serena Williams, one of the most successful tennis players ever, has revealed she invested in Coinbase via a previously secret VC fund. JPMorgan Expanding Blockchain Project With 220 Banks to Include Payments
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 08:30
Investment bank JPMorgan is reportedly expanding an existing blockchain platform with hundreds of banking members to include settlement. The Tie Uses Sentiment Analysis to Gauge the Mood of the Markets
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 22. 08:18
Predicting which way the crypto markets will move next is an art that even the most experienced chart-gazers struggle to master. Gaining an edge over your fellow traders calls for seeking out signals that the rest of the pack aren’t already monitoring. The Tie’s sentiment analysis service is one such weapon which, when used intelligently, […]
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Bitcoin SV’s Delisting Isn’t ‘Censorship.’ But It’s Still a Problem
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 22. 08:00
The controversy over delisting bitcoin SV shows why crypto exchanges need more consistent standards and rules. Attempts to Deplatform @Bitcoin Account Reveal Private Message With Twitter CEO
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 21. 20:22
A number of cryptocurrency supporters have been getting riled up lately over the @Bitcoin account on Twitter. Over the last 48 hours, various bitcoin core (BTC) supporters have been reporting the account to Twitter and the platform’s CEO Jack Dorsey. Things escalated when one BTC supporter private messaged Dorsey about getting the @Bitcoin account banned, […]
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In-Wallet BCH Purchases and BCH Merchant App in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 21. 17:08
An integration with Moonpay allows users of the Bitcoin.com wallet in the U.K. and Europe to buy bitcoin cash with credit cards and merchants can accept BCH payments with a new POS app which is now online. This and more in the weekly video news update shared on Bitcoin.com’s Youtube channel. Also read: Crypto Rocket […]
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My Sleepless Year Discovering Bitcoin’s Code
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 21. 13:42
Early bitcoin developer Stefan Thomas recalls his early obsession with programmable cryptocurrency. The Number of Crypto Exchanges Offering Margin Has Multiplied
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 21. 12:28
Until recently, Bitmex, Deribit and a handful of established exchanges were the only places where traders could get their leverage fix. This has now changed with the emergence of dozens of exchanges offering leverage and plenty more on their way. Binance and Kucoin – two platforms famed for driving this year’s other exchange trend, the […]
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Crypto Rocket Lets You Track Over 2,000 Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 21. 09:29
Having access to detailed and real-time market data is a precondition for becoming a successful cryptocurrency trader. Crypto Rocket is a mobile app that aggregates useful information about digital coins including price movements and the latest developments in the space. Also read: BCH Merchant App Allows Businesses to Accept Crypto Payments in Store Prices, Charts, […]
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Darknet Users Allege Wall Street Market Exit Scammed, Possibly Snatching $30M
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 20. 22:18
During the first week of April, news.Bitcoin.com reported on a large swarm of darknet market (DNM) users flocking from Dream to the Wall Street marketplace. However, the migration hasn’t been as successful as it may have first seemed, with some vendors alleging that Wall Street has pulled an exit scam and ran off with $30 […]
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These Next-Generation Mining Rigs Pack a Ton of Hashpower
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 20. 14:40
Last week, mining manufacturer Bitmain launched its latest Antminer 17 series. Now Canaan Creative has published its own device specifications and pricing for the new Avalonminer 10 series that process between 31-33 trillion hashes per second (TH/s). In addition to Canaan’s latest miners, two more China-based companies are releasing next-generation miners this summer that mine […]
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The Hidden Effects of Crypto Money Laundering Rules
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 20. 13:30
CoinDesk's Noelle Acheson looks at anti-money laundering regulation’s increasing focus on cryptocurrencies, and at the opportunity this presents. BCH Merchant App Allows Businesses to Accept Crypto Payments in Store
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 20. 09:45
Cryptocurrency gives companies another payment option to offer their customers that yields a host of benefits. In the case of bitcoin cash, crypto payments are an easy, fast and cheap option, thanks to ultra-low onchain fees. BCH Merchant is a Point of Sale app that allows businesses to accept bitcoin cash. Also read: Crypto-Friendly Banking […]
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Russia Adopts Law to Isolate Runet From the Internet
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 19. 20:30
Runet, the Russian segment of the internet, is about to be isolated from the rest of the web. A new law adopted by the State Duma aims to do so in order to supposedly protect it from external threats and turn it into a “sovereign” space. Russian taxpayers and end users will pay the bill […]
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Without a True Two-Way Peg No ‘Real’ Sidechain Exists, Says Drivechain Creator
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 19. 18:15
On April 17, the founder of the Drivechain project, Paul Sztorc, published a new blog post concerning the validity of today’s so-called ‘production sidechains.’ Sztorc has declared on multiple occasions that true sidechain technology hasn’t been invented yet and even Blockstream’s Liquid protocol, dubbed “the first production sidechain,” in a critical sense is not a […]
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Privacy Crypto Monero Celebrates Its 5th Birthday
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 19. 17:05
The privacy coin Monero celebrated yesterday five years of existence. Malware Crypto Ransoms Rose By Almost 90% in Q1: Report
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 19. 14:30
The average payout for ransomware attacks rose dramatically in the first quarter of 2019 – largely due to one variant called Ryuk. Data Market Ocean Tries New Token Sale After CoinList Offering Misses Target
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 19. 12:30
After a token sale on CoinList failed to reach its target, data marketplace Ocean is trying again on crypto exchange Bittrex International. Ocean Tries New Token Sale After CoinList Offering Misses Target
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 19. 12:30
After a token sale on CoinList failed to reach its target, data marketplace Ocean is trying again on crypto exchange Bittrex International. Five Simple Ways to Increase Your Privacy When Using Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 19. 11:42
Cryptocurrency without privacy is pointless. If your coins aren’t fungible, you lose much of the benefits of using cryptocurrency in the first place. Privacy isn’t just won and lost onchain though. In fact, much of the privacy gains to be made when it comes to sending, spending and trading crypto occur offchain, as you go […]
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Bitcoin Clings on Above Key Support Amid Signs of Price Pullback
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 19. 11:00
Bitcoin is showing signs of exhaustion on the short-duration technical charts, but a pullback has been elusive – so far. Volkswagen to Track Minerals Supply Chains Using IBM Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 19. 10:00
Volkswagen Group has joined an initiative tracking mineral supply chains using a platform built on IBM Blockchain. PR: Monarch Blockchain Corporation Now Supports Bitcoin Cash in Monarch Wallet
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 19. 09:30
The Monarch Wallet now supports Bitcoin Cash (BCH). Users can now store, send, and receive BCH in-app. Qualified Users Can Earn Interest & Purchase BCH in-app using their Credit Card.
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New Crypto-Friendly Bank Cashaa Offers Personal and Business Accounts
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 19. 09:12
People and businesses in need of crypto-friendly banking now have a new platform to try. Cashaa is a London-based online bank that recently launched promising one account for old and new money. Its products are targeted at those who are underserved by traditional financial institutions. Also read: Coin Time Machine Estimates Profit From Crypto Investments […]
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Crypto-Friendly Banking Platform Cashaa Offers Personal and Business Accounts
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 19. 09:12
People and businesses in need of crypto-friendly banking now have a new service to try. Cashaa is a London-based online platform that recently launched promising one account for old and new money. Its products are targeted at those who are underserved by traditional financial institutions. Also read: Coin Time Machine Estimates Profit From Crypto Investments […]
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In First, FinCEN Penalizes Bitcoin Trader for Violating AML Laws
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 19. 08:35
U.S. regulator FinCEN has for the first time penalized a cryptocurrency trader for breaking anti-money laundering rules. South Korean Crypto Exchange Coinnest Announces Closure
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 19. 08:00
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinnest, once South Korea's third largest, is shutting up shop, citing a drop-off in trade. RBI Excludes Cryptocurrency From Indian Regulatory Sandbox
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 19. 06:31
India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has unveiled its framework for a fintech regulatory sandbox. While blockchain and smart contracts are welcomed, the bank stated that cryptocurrency and related services “may not be accepted for testing.” Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request RBI Welcomes Blockchain Tech The […]
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Aragon Vote Aims to Restrict Ethereum App from Funding Polkadot Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 19. 04:02
Aragon is getting ready to vote on two contentious governance proposals. One encourages expanding operations outside of the ethereum network to include blockchain interoperability platform Polkadot. The other does not. Which proposal will Aragon token holders favor? Overstock’s tZERO Token Market Misses Closing Date for $100 Million Raise
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 22:00
Overstock’s tZERO security token trading platform has once again failed to close on a capital injection by the targeted date. Statistics Show Bitcoin Cash Is a Strong Contender After Crypto Winter
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 18. 20:45
Over the last few weeks, bitcoin cash (BCH) and the network itself have been shining brightly after a year of bearish sentiment and the blockchain split last November. Most notably, this month BCH has shown a significant increase in daily transactions, the price has doubled, and today the network has produced the second highest value […]
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As ICO Business Dried up, This Firm’s Headcount Fell From 120 to 50
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 20:00
Significant layoffs at Ambisafe tell the tale of another ICO services startup that got too big in 2018. Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang Calls for ‘Clear Guidelines’ on Crypto
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 19:18
U.S. presidential hopeful Andrew Yang has laid out his campaign's policy position on cryptocurrencies. NYDFS: Why We Rejected Bittrex’s Application for a BitLicense
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 19:00
Bittrex is not telling the full story about its BitLicense denial, a New York Department of Financial Services official writes. MakerDAO Voters Divided on How Much to Hike Fee for DAI Stablecoin
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 18:16
MakerDAO token holders approved a 3 percent fee increase on the programmatic loan system issuing DAI tokens. Yet token holders appear to be more divided on how high of an increase is warranted for the MakerDAO system. PR: MoneyToken Launches VIP Services for Big Crypto Investors
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 18. 17:30
Some great news today for all crypto-holders and investors: top crypto-lending platform MoneyToken has just released a unique VIP Customer Service Program for major asset holders and institutions.
MoneyToken’s VIP clients gain exclusive access to their own Personal Manager who will provide them with a 24/7 high-quality service and access to a list of benefits not found anywhere in the crypto lending world.
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Crypto Startups Barred from Indian Central Bank Fintech Sandbox
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 17:00
The Reserve Bank of India is setting up a regulatory sandbox for fintech startups – but crypto projects are excluded. Ledger and Nomura’s Crypto Custody Launch May Be Delayed to 2020
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 16:31
Ledger's crypto custody venture with Japanese bank Nomura may take longer than expected to launch, the startup's president said. Darwinos Burger Joint Hosts Colombia’s Second Point of Sale and Crypto ATM
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 18. 16:12
Three months, ago news.Bitcoin.com reported on Panda Exchange launching a hybrid point-of-sale (PoS) and cryptocurrency ATM in Bogotá, Colombia. Since then, the Panda team has also helped Athena Bitcoin install a crypto ATM in Cúcuta, Colombia to serve as a crypto gateway for Venezuelans. On April 17, Panda announced the installation of its second digital […]
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Bitcoin Fees Jump to Nearly 1-Year Highs – But Why?
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 15:55
The average fees required to send a bitcoin transaction are on the rise again, hitting their highest level in nearly a year in early April. Bakkt Exchange May Be Seeking New York License for Crypto Custody: Report
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 13:35
The owner of the New York Stock Exchange, ICE, is reportedly eyeing a New York license for its long-delayed crypto exchange Bakkt. Binance Reveals Timeline for BNB Cryptocurrency’s Move Off Ethereum
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 13:01
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance released details of how its native token BNB will soon be moved from ethereum to its native public blockchain. PayPal Wins Patent for Way to Defend Against Crypto Ransomware
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 12:00
Online payments giant PayPal has been awarded a patent for a technique that could detect a type of crypto malware and mitigate its effects. G20 Prepares to Regulate Crypto Assets – a Look at Current Policies
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 18. 11:20
Following their joint declaration committing to regulate crypto assets, the G20 countries are now preparing to set crypto policies at the upcoming summit. Several international organizations have contributed resources and are actively working to help shape the regulations. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request G20 Prepares to Discuss Crypto Policies […]
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Bitcoin Price Indicator Turns Bullish in First Since Early 2018
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 11:00
The widely-followed MACD indicator has turned bullish for the first time in over a year, backing up signs of a long-term bitcoin bull reversal. Coinbase Generated $520 Million in Revenue Last Year, Reuters Estimates
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 09:40
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase brought in almost $520 million in global revenue in 2018, according to Reuters' calculations. Coin Time Machine Estimates Profit From Crypto Investments You Could Have Made
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 18. 09:10
Cryptocurrency prices, which have seen a significant increase since the beginning of April, have again awoken FOMO emotions in the crypto space. If you’d like to know how much profit you would have made if you’d bought certain coins right before the spike, there’s a simple tool that will perform the remorse-inducing calculation for you. […]
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OKCoin Exchange Invests in Crypto Custody Firm Prime Trust
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 18. 08:15
Cryptocurrency exchange OKCoin has invested an undisclosed amount in crypto custody provider Prime Trust. Ongoing Effort to Free Ross Supported by 100 Eminent Organizations and Individuals
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 18. 06:02
Ross Ulbricht’s clemency petition is closing in on 160,000 signatures stemming from individuals asking U.S. President Donald Trump to pardon Ulbricht. In addition to the vast number of signatures, roughly 100 eminent organizations and well known figures have supported Ulbricht’s effort, many of whom have written a statement on Ulbricht’s behalf in order to speak […]
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Binance’s Singapore Fiat-to-Bitcoin Exchange Is Launching Next Week
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 21:07
Binance will launch its new fiat-to-crypto platform in Singapore next week, chief financial officer Wei Zhou said. Coinbase Expands Crypto-to-Crypto Trading to 11 More Countries
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 19:00
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is expanding crypto-to-crypto conversions and trading services to 11 additional countries. Central Bank Digital Currencies Take Center Stage at IMF Spring Meetings
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 17. 17:45
Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) featured prominently when global financial leaders met for this year’s World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund (IMF) joint Spring Meetings in the United States. Faced with emerging disruptive technologies like Bitcoin, their discussions also focused on how money and payments are taking on new forms throughout the world. There […]
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Spoiler Alert: Kurt Russell’s ‘Crypto’ Movie Isn’t Crypto, It’s Just Really Bad
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 16:15
CoinDesk goes to the movies to review "Crypto," a new film that claims to be about cryptocurrency – but doesn't follow through. Winklevoss Capital, Charlie Shrem Settle $26 Million Bitcoin Lawsuit
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 15:50
Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss have settled their case against Charlie Shrem, whom they previously claimed owed them $26 million worth of bitcoin. Strong Evidence Suggests a Single Entity Mined More Than 1 Million Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 17. 15:10
On April 16, RSK Labs chief scientist Sergio Demián Lerner published a new research study concerning the earliest blocks mined on the Bitcoin network. The report concerning one of Bitcoin’s earliest miners provides strong evidence to suggest that a single miner processed 22,000 blocks. Additionally, Lerner has released a new website called Satoshi Blocks that […]
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New $50 Million Venture Fund Eyes Global Blockchain Adoption
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 15:00
A group of investors has launched a new blockchain-focused VC fund worth $50 million, aiming to bring the technology to the masses. Bolt Labs Raises $1.5 Million Seed Round to Boost Lightning Privacy
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 13:00
With $1.5 million in seed funding secured, Bolt Labs wants to bring privacy features to the lightning network and other blockchain solutions. Microsoft, Ethereum Group Launch Token-Building Kit for Enterprises
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 13:00
Microsoft and the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance have corralled major firms behind a new project to help businesses design and create tokens. E-Commerce Giant Rakuten Opens Its New Crypto Exchange to Customers
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 12:00
Japan's Amazon equivalent, Rakuten, has started accepting limited account registrations for its new cryptocurrency exchange. Bitcoin Price Eyes April Gains for Fourth Year Running
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 11:10
Bitcoin looks set to end April in the green for the fourth consecutive year, having climbed 27 percent already this month. Bitcoin Eyes April Price Gains for Fourth Year Running
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 11:10
Bitcoin looks set to end April in the green for the fourth consecutive year, having climbed 27 percent already this month. Accenture, Generali Streamline Employee Insurance Benefits With Blockchain Rollout
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 10:25
Accenture and Italian insurance group Generali have launched a blockchain solution that brings new efficiencies to employee benefits. Win Double Prizes Playing Cash Games at Bitcoin.com
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 17. 09:54
It’s no secret that bitcoin cash (BCH) has been on a tear over the last few weeks, as the asset has more than doubled in price. This year’s best performing coin from the top 10 cryptocurrencies by capitalization has consistently posted impressive weekly gains. As a result, the value of the jackpots at Cashgames, which […]
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Japan’s Biggest Bank Invests in Crypto Investigation Startup Chainalysis
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 09:00
Japanese bank MUFG has backed an additional Series B raise for crypto sleuthing startup Chainalysis, bringing its round total to $36 million. Japan’s Biggest Bank Invests in Crypto Sleuthing Startup Chainalysis
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 09:00
Japanese bank MUFG has backed an additional Series B raise for crypto analytics startup Chainalysis, bringing its round total to $36 million. Gemini Is Now the Largest Bitcoin Exchange to Add ‘Full’ SegWit Support
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 08:00
Gemini says it has added "full" support for SegWit, an important bitcoin code change that paves the way for scaling improvements. Bitcoin Forest Offers AI-Based Predictions for Crypto Markets
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 17. 07:25
With digital asset markets on the move again, the importance of accurate predictions grows. An online platform called Bitcoin Forest uses market data and an AI algorithm to produce forecasts for the prices of many cryptocurrencies on a number of global and regional trading platforms. Also read: Use the Bitcoin Cash Notary to Back Up […]
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Gate.io Raises $64 Million for Launch of New Exchange Cryptocurrency
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 17. 04:00
Crypto exchange Gate.io has raised $64 million in seven days for its exchange cryptocurrency that is yet to be launched on a blockchain. Kraken Exchange Joins Binance, ShapeShift in Delisting Bitcoin SV
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 21:30
Kraken is the latest crypto exchange to delist bitcoin SV amid an ongoing feud between coin creator Craig Wright and members of the bitcoin community. UK and Europe-Based Users Can Now Buy Bitcoin Cash Inside the Bitcoin.com Wallet
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 16. 20:25
In the summer of 2017, Bitcoin.com launched its open source light client and since then more than 3.8 million wallets have been created. We’ve since added a load of new features to the wallet software and as of April 15, 2019, Bitcoin.com Wallet users in the UK and Europe can purchase bitcoin cash (BCH) directly […]
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Craig Wright’s Fight With a Cartoon Bitcoin Astronaut Cat Explained
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 19:45
It's Satoshi claimant Craig Wright vs the bitcoin community, with accusations of fraud and defamation flying between them. Auditor EY Unveils Nightfall, An Ambitious Bid to Bring Business to Ethereum
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 17:10
Big Four auditor EY is rolling out free software designed to help companies use the public ethereum blockchain. ConsenSys Pitch Deck Forecasts $100 Million Burn Rate for 2019
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 16:30
A ConsenSys pitch deck obtained by CoinDesk details how the ethereum venture studio is courting outside investment. Review: BC Vault Is an Unorthodox Hardware Wallet With a Random Key Generator
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 16. 16:22
One of the biggest responsibilities of cryptocurrency owners is safely storing their digital assets. Over the last few years, hardware wallets have become an extremely convenient security solution that has helped in this regard. The BC Vault is a new hardware device with a number of distinctive features. Also read: The Struggle to Buy Bitcoin […]
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Startup Arca Seeks SEC Approval for US Treasury Bond-Backed Stablecoin
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 14:50
Arca Investment Management is seeking approval from the SEC to sell a new type of stablecoin to retail investors. Nestle, Carrefour Team Up to Feed Consumers Data With IBM Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 14:00
Swiss food giant Nestle and French retailer Carrefour are now letting consumers access product data via IBM's Food Trust platform. Digital Asset’s Smart Contract Language Now Works on Hyperledger Blockchains
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 13:00
Digital Asset is integrating its smart contract language into the Hyperledger Sawtooth enterprise blockchain platform. eToro Launches Full Crypto Exchange and 8 Custom Stablecoins
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 13:00
Social investing platform eToro has launched a regulated cryptocurrency exchange along with eight branded stablecoins. CoinMarketCap Launches Crypto Data Apps With Added Features
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 12:00
Cryptocurrency data provider CoinMarketCap has launched its first Android app and revamped its iOS product, adding new app-only features. KuCoin Exchange Traders Can Now Self-Custody Their Crypto Assets
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 11:20
Cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin has launched a beta feature allowing users to custody their own crypto assets while trading. This Price Hurdle May Pave Way for Bitcoin’s Next Leg Up
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 11:00
Bitcoin's stalled rally could take off again if the bulls can convincingly breach a new resistance level above $5,200. Token Analyst Monitors Exchange Inflows to Help Predict Market Movements
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 16. 10:32
There’s a wide array of on- and offchain signals that can be used as indicators by cryptocurrency traders. When combined, they paint a detailed picture of the current state of the markets, and suggest which way they may move next. Token Analyst is a service that focuses on exchange inflows and outflows, in a bid […]
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PR: BitCash Offers Fiat Banking Tools and Stability
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 16. 09:30
BitCash – a new cryptocurrency ecosystem developed by blockchain engineer and serial entrepreneur Christian Kassler – launched on 28 August 2018. Combining traditional fiat banking tools and stability in one, BitCash seeks to be the world’s most useable, and most used, cryptocurrency.
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Sirin Labs Lays Off 25% of Staff Amid Poor Blockchain Phone Sales
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 09:30
Israel-based Sirin Labs has laid off a quarter of its workforce, saying sales of its Finney phone are lower than expected. Turing Award Winner’s Blockchain Opens Test Network to Public
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 08:00
The test network for the Algorand blockchain platform – co-founded by MIT professor Silvio Micali – has been opened to the public. France Adopts New Cryptocurrency Regulation
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 16. 06:50
The French government has adopted a financial sector bill that establishes a legal framework for cryptocurrency service providers and initial coin offerings. The bill includes both optional and mandatory licensing, and also specifies the types of funds that can invest in crypto assets. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Pacte […]
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France Adopts New Crypto Regulation
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 16. 06:50
The French government has adopted a financial sector bill that establishes a legal framework for cryptocurrency service providers and initial coin offerings. The bill includes both optional and mandatory licensing, and also specifies the types of funds that can invest in crypto assets. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Pacte […]
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Why Coinbase’s Move Into Proof-of-Stake Matters
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 16. 04:00
Exchanges like Coinbase are stepping into the market for proof-of-stake cryptocurrencies, but will they boost engagement or centralize power? The Struggle to Buy Bitcoin in Crypto-Starved Botswana
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 16. 01:30
The rise of Bitcoin has coincided with improvements in technology allowing anyone to trade online. Meanwhile, in landlocked Botswana, geographical constraints have done little to prevent BTC from being traded locally, even in the absence of an established locally-operated cryptocurrency exchange. News.Bitcoin.com spoke to a number of bitcoiners in the southern African nation to determine […]
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Why the Future of Esports Is Tied to Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 15. 23:08
At the League of Legends World Championship Finals in South Korea last year, 100 million viewers tuned in to watch Invictus Gaming defeat Fnatic 3-0 and collect $2.4M in prize money. With its young, passionate and tech-savvy global audience, esports shares evident similarities with cryptocurrency. Not surprisingly, many predict great things for the twin industries […]
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ConsenSys Is Seeking $200 Million in New Funding: Report
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 15. 21:05
Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin is seeking external investment in his Brooklyn-based conglomerate. BSV Falls 13% After Binance Reveals Plans to Delist the Coin
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 15. 18:15
On April 15, Binance announced that the trading platform will be delisting bitcoin SV (BSV). The removal follows the tendentious actions of Craig Wright over the last few weeks in which the BSV creator has sent libel lawsuit warnings to well-known digital currency proponents. Since the announced delisting, the price of BSV has fallen by […]
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Markets Update: Bitcoin Cash Leads the Pack With Double Digit Gains
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 15. 16:10
Cryptocurrency markets have seen some slight gains in the last 48-hours, with the overall market capitalization of the entire digital asset economy comprising $174 billion as of April 15. Once again, bitcoin cash (BCH) is leading the pack this Monday with a 13% gain over the last 24 hours, outshining every coin in the top […]
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‘Satoshi’s Treasure’ Is a Global Puzzle With a $1 Million Bitcoin Prize
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 15. 16:00
This treasure hunt is like a bitcoin version of "Ready Player One," with the first clues released via Blockstream's satellite. Binance Delists Bitcoin SV, CEO Calls Craig Wright a ‘Fraud’
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 15. 14:50
Binance is delisting bitcoin SV days after CEO Changpeng Zhao called Craig Wright, the fork's creator, a "fraud." LedgerX Reveals Bid to Beat Bakkt to Physical Bitcoin Futures Launch
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 15. 14:00
Crypto derivatives provider LedgerX plans to become the first U.S. firm to offer physically settled bitcoin futures contracts. Startup Raises $3.9 Million in Tokenized Equity on London Stock Exchange Platform
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 15. 13:00
Blockchain startup 20|30 has raised £3 million in a sale of tokenized shares on a platform operated by the London Stock Exchange Group. Three Reasons Why Bitcoin Price Rally Has Stalled
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 15. 11:30
Bitcoin confirmed a longer-term bull breakout a week ago, but the rally has since flattened out. What's going on? Review: Crypto Is a Surprisingly Fun Movie About Compliance
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 15. 10:44
“Fuck” is the first word uttered in Crypto. It might also be yours after watching John Stalberg Jr’s claustrophobic movie about an anti-money laundering agent caught in a web of deceit, intrigue, and bad beer. Copious cryptocurrency references have no tangible impact on the plot, but serve as a running gag for bitcoiners intent on […]
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India’s National Payments Corporation Wants to Build a Blockchain Solution
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 15. 10:21
The bank consortium-owned organization supported by the central bank is seeking bids for the creation of a blockchain solution for digital payments. PR: Bitcoin Depot Adds 30 Bitcoin ATMs in Chicago With Zero Fees
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 15. 09:30
As cryptocurrencies continue to influence the financial service industry and provide users with endless possibilities, bitcoin ATMs have proven to play a critical role in the cryptocurrency adoption process. Bitcoin ATMs convert fiat currency into digital cash, ensuring a seamless transaction experience.
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IMF and World Bank Launch Educational Blockchain Token
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 15. 09:00
The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank have launched a valueless crypto token to fill a "knowledge gap" around blockchain tech. Use the Bitcoin Cash Notary to Back Up Important Documents
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 15. 08:30
Proving ownership of copyrighted material through traditional means such as applying for a patent is expensive and involves third parties in most jurisdictions around the world. The Bitcoin.com Notary tool is an alternative that can do that at very little cost and without the need to reveal the information you want to protect. Also read: […]
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ING Bank Is Bringing Bitcoin ‘Bulletproofs’ to Private Blockchains
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 15. 08:00
ING’s blockchain team is testing privacy tech called "bulletproofs," the latest in a series of such experiments at the global bank. The Bigger Picture Behind Bitcoin’s Latest Price Rebound
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 15. 04:00
Bitcoin's latest rebound above $5,000 isn't about new investors, it's a reaffirmation of its real strength as a resistant global network. Bitcoiners’ Seastead in Deep Trouble With Thai Government
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 15. 03:45
A seastead launched by an early bitcoin adopter off the coast of Thailand has run into trouble with local government. The Thai Navy boarded the structure Saturday, claiming it violates criminal law, which is punishable by death or life imprisonment. The owner claims that his floating home is located outside of Thailand’s maritime boundaries. Also […]
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Bitcoin Cash Futures Volumes: A Prelude to the Recent BCH Price Appreciation
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 14. 19:30
Over the last few weeks, there’s been a lot of attention focused on bitcoin cash (BCH) doubling in value and the $10 million worth of BCH-based futures being swapped on the Crypto Facilities platform every month. Last month, Crypto Facilities saw close to $50 million in BCH contracts. Since then, the popular Huobi exchange has […]
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Bitcoin Cash Milestones and Liberland’s Merit in the Weekly Video Update From Bitcoin.com
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 14. 17:05
Cashshuffle mixes transactions worth millions of dollars, merchant locations listed on Acceptbitcoin.cash surpass 1,000, and Liberland’s Merit token, which is built on bitcoin cash, captures $1 million market cap. The video news update shared on Bitcoin.com’s Youtube channel covers these and other interesting topics this week. Also read: Cryptonite Browser Extension Protects You From Phishing […]
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Cryptonite Browser Extension Protects You From Phishing Sites and Fake Profiles
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 14. 10:15
If you are new to the crypto space or if you are exploring new services and platforms, protection from scams and malicious websites should be a priority. Cryptonite is a useful browser extension that protects your private information and warns you in advance about risks to your crypto security. Also read: Get Real-Time and Historical […]
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Aussie Banks Still Cold to Cryptocurrency Businesses Despite Regulation
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 14. 08:05
Despite increasing regulation in the cryptocurrency sector, Australia’s major banks maintain cautious policies when it comes to cryptocurrencies. While cryptocurrency businesses appear to challenge Australian banks’ appetite for risk, many institutions permit cryptocurrencies to be purchased using credit cards. Also Read: Lithuania to Adopt Crypto Regulations Even Stricter Than the EU’s Credit Card Cryptocurrency Purchases […]
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Wikileaks Cache Now Hosted on IPFS Thanks to this Bitcoin Cash Developer
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 13. 22:45
With the founder of Wikileaks behind bars, it’s been a trying time for activists who believe in spreading freedom and truth in an age steeped in lies and manipulation from parasitic central bankers and bureaucrats. In order to show support for Julian Assange, Bitcoin Cash (BCH) developer Chris Troutner decided to upload the entire Wikileaks […]
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Maker Community Votes to Raise Stability Fee as Dai Struggles to Hold $1 Peg
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 13. 17:45
For more than two weeks the dai stablecoin has sat below its $1 peg, and has been trading for roughly $0.97 over the last seven days. This has given concern to the Maker Dao community which has decided to raise the dai stability fee to 11.5% per year. Also read: Exchangewar Lets You Compare Crypto […]
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Lithuania to Adopt Crypto Regulations Even Stricter Than the EU’s
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 13. 15:35
Lithuania, one of the Baltic tigers that has in past few years demonstrated it doesn’t shy away from new technologies and the digital economy, is preparing to introduce stricter rules for crypto companies. The government in Vilnius is working on amendments that according to officials will go beyond the requirements of the latest, fifth EU […]
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The Creator of the Internet Signed Up for Blockstack – And ‘Shit Got Real’
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 13. 10:00
What happens when one of the founders of the internet signs up for your blockchain? Blockstack CEO Muneeb Ali tells his story. The Creator of the Web Signed Up for Blockstack – And ‘Shit Got Real’
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 13. 10:00
What happens when one of the founders of the internet signs up for your blockchain? Blockstack CEO Muneeb Ali tells his story. PR: CoinAll lists MINDOL and Offers a 25,000 MIN Giveaway
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 13. 09:30
On April 2019, CoinAll, one of the fastest-growth cryptocurrency exchanges, announced the listing of Mindol (MIN). At the same time, a?7-day celebration was launched as well. CoinAll will give away 25,000 MIN tokens during the celebration time.
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The Upside of Bitcoin’s Upside (It’s Not What You Think)
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 13. 09:00
While price appreciation is always good for an asset class, in the case of cryptocurrencies the benefits go way beyond profit. Get Real-Time and Historical BCH Rates With the Bitcoin.com Price Converter
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 13. 08:59
With prices of major digital assets constantly in flux, traders need a reliable tool to calculate the value of their crypto holdings in fiat currency. The Price Converter developed by Bitcoin.com is one such instrument that’s accurate and easy to use. Also read: Exchangewar Lets You Compare Crypto Trading Platforms Calculator Provides Conversion Data for […]
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Whale Watch: Large Bitcoin Cash Holders Accumulate 1 Million BCH Since February
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 13. 01:15
In the last two weeks, cryptocurrency prices have seen significant volatility and during this time onlookers have noticed large bitcoin whale movements once again. Data stemming from blockchain analysis indicates that over the last 48 hours, unknown whale wallets moved over 20,000 BTC ($101 million), showing another large migration not seen since last February. Additionally, […]
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Regulators Tackle Businesses in Europe’s Crypto-Friendly Nations
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 12. 22:30
There’s a group of countries on the Old Continent that have recognized the potential of the newly forming cryptoconomy. In the past couple of years, nations such as Malta, Switzerland and Estonia have been making efforts to attract businesses from the nascent industry, often rebuffed elsewhere. However, registering and running a crypto company, even in […]
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Silk Road 2 Founder Finally Sentenced 5 Years After His Arrest
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 12. 20:19
Immediately after the Silk Road was taken down in 2013, a marketplace known as the Silk Road 2 launched. The new darknet market was run by a person who called himself the Dread Pirate Roberts 2 and he was arrested a few months later in November 2014. However, privacy advocate Thomas White, otherwise known as […]
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Ethereum Core Developers Debate Benefits of More Frequent Hard Forks
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 12. 18:20
Ethereum core developers are discussing the possibility of executing more frequent hard forks as the software aims to offer new features. Wikileaks Bitcoin Donations Soar Following Assange Arrest
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 12. 18:10
Wikileaks’ bitcoin address has received a deluge of support following founding editor Julian Assange’s arrest. Donations have reached nearly $32,000 on Friday, 60% more than was raised the day before, when Assange was taken into custody. Also read: How Traditional Stock Markets Can Help Mainstream Cryptocurrency BTC Donations Reach $32,000 More than 6.3 BTC worth […]
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How to Buy Pain Relief Drugs off the Darknet With Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 12. 15:58
Darknet marketplaces (DNMs) provide a wide range of services beyond those commonly portrayed by the media. One of these is the provision of pain relief drugs for the terminally ill. In this guide, we run through the process for obtaining CBD, a cannabis oil compound that provides comfort to people suffering from chronic pain, anxiety, […]
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Binance Labs Grants $45,000 to 3 Open-Source Blockchain Startups
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 12. 14:30
Binance Labs has awarded grants of $15,000 each to three startups developing open-source blockchain technologies. Coinbase Exec Dan Romero Leaving Crypto Exchange After 5 Years
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 12. 13:35
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is losing another executive – this time its vice president for international business, Dan Romero. Japanese Bank Abandons Work With SBI Ripple’s ‘Money Tap’ App
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 12. 12:25
Resona, one of three Japanese banks working with SBI Holdings and Ripple on their blockchain app Money Tap, is pulling out of the project. Bitcoin Defends Psychological Support Line After Price Dip to $4,900
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 12. 11:00
Bitcoin dropped to around $4,900 earlier today, but has since fought back to above the $5K psychological support line. Exchangewar Lets You Compare Crypto Trading Platforms
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 12. 10:52
Finding the cryptocurrency exchange with the best options in your region in terms of prices, fees and features, can be a time-consuming endeavor. Exchangewar.info is a website that can save you some of that effort. Also read: Simple Bitcoin Widget Gives You Crypto Prices on the Go Select Best Exchanges by Indicators and Features Exchangewar […]
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‘Onerous’ FATF Recommendations Harmful for Crypto Transparency: Chainalysis
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 12. 09:25
The international watchdog's draft recommendation for KYC compliance are unrealistic and may be harmful to the crypto industry, says Chainalysis. Blockchain Startup Horizen Labs Doubles Target to Raise $4 Million
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 12. 08:22
Just-launched sidechains startup Horizen Labs has raised $4 million in a seed funding round – twice what it had initially planned. How the EU and 5 European Nations Regulate Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 12. 06:14
Leading up to the G20 summit in June, the Financial Stability Board has detailed how the European Union and its member countries are regulating crypto assets, who the regulators are in each country and the scope of their oversight. In most cases, crypto assets are overseen by several regulators. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones […]
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How EU and 5 European Nations Regulate Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 12. 06:14
Leading up to the G20 summit in June, the Financial Stability Board has detailed how the European Union and its member countries are regulating crypto assets, who the regulators are in each country and the scope of their oversight. In most cases, crypto assets are overseen by several regulators. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones […]
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Trade Organization ICC Eyes Blockchain Adoption for Its 45 Million Members
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 12. 06:00
The world's biggest business organization is making blockchain available to its many members including Amazon, Coca Cola, McDonald's and PayPal. Zooko Wilcox Envisions ‘Ambitious’ Changes for Zcash Cryptocurrency
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 12. 04:15
Founder and CEO of the Electric Coin Company Zooko Wilcox envisions zcash to change radically over the next five years, starting with "an ambitious scalability improvement." Polychain’s Assets Drop $376 Million Since August, SEC Filings Show
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 20:45
Polychain, one of the most elite funds serving startups in the crypto industry, is no longer a billion-dollar operation. Crypto Exchange Bithumb Posts $180 Million Loss for 2018
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 20:31
Bithumb, South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has posted a net loss of 205.5 billion won ($180 million) for 2018.
Bitcoin Miner Recounts Struggle to Obtain Cheap Iranian Power
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 11. 19:58
Over the last six months, reports of Chinese miners crossing the border to obtain cheap electricity from regions like Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Iran have abounded. According to a recent interview, Chinese miners have found extremely affordable electric prices ($0.006 per kilowatt-hour) in the oil-rich nation of Iran. However, managing to get thousands of machines […]
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MakerDAO to Increase Fees Above 10% in Bid to Stabilize DAI Stablecoin
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 19:10
MakerDAO appears set to approve a fifth fee increase that would further raise the cost of platform's US dollar-backed stablecoin DAI. 21 US Lawmakers Urge IRS (Again) to Clarify Crypto Tax Rules
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 17:30
With the U.S. deadline to file taxes days away, 21 lawmakers have again urged the IRS to provide clarity on crypto. Last Will Platform Allows Your Loved Ones to Inherit Your BCH
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 11. 16:42
On April 10, software developer Karol Trzeszczkowski launched a platform called the Last Will, a smart contract program for the inheritance of bitcoin cash (BCH). The Last Will protocol is an Electron Cash plugin that allows users to create and manage BCH endowments. Also read: How to Easily Find Businesses That Accept Bitcoin Cash Near […]
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‘Crypto Stripe’ Flexa Raises $14 Million So You Can Buy Coffee With Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 16:00
Payments startup Flexa is using funds from a private token sale to make shopping with bitcoin at brick-and-mortar stores a reality. Binance Partners With CipherTrace in Latest Compliance Push
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 15:00
Binance is partnering with the blockchain analytics firm CipherTrace to beef up its anti-money laundering procedures. How Mobile Browsers Are Driving the Next Wave of Cryptocurrency Adoption
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 11. 14:34
You may not have noticed, but crypto’s first killer app is already here. It’s called the mobile browser. Until recently, mobile internet browsers were little more than a means to connect to the web on the go. Then, developers began integrating crypto-friendly functionality such as wallet, dapp store, and VPN, supercharging the humble mobile browser […]
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Digital Asset Scores Partnership With Cloud Computing Giant VMware
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 14:00
Software virtualization giant VMware is integrating Digital Asset's smart contract language into its blockchain platform. Bitcoin Futures Exchange Bakkt Hires PayPal, Google Vet as Product Chief
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 13:24
Bitcoin futures platform Bakkt has brought Google Wallet and PayPal vet Mike Blandina as its chief product officer. World’s Second-Largest Grocer Joins IBM Food Trust Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 13:00
Albertsons Companies, the world's second-largest supermarket chain by sales, has joined IBM's food tracking blockchain. Pennsylvania’s State-Backed VC Firm Is Tokenizing an Investment Fund
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 13:00
Ben Franklin Technology Partners, a Pennsylvania-funded VC provider, is tokenizing shares in one of its funds. Blockstack to Raise $50 Million in First Reg-A+ Crypto Token Sale
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 12:01
Blockstack has filed with the U.S. SEC to to conduct a $50 million token offering under the Regulation A+ framework Blockstack Files With SEC to Raise $50 Million in Reg-A+ Crypto Token Sale
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 12:01
Blockstack has filed with the U.S. SEC to to conduct a $50 million token offering under the Regulation A+ framework Bitcoin Drops Back to $5K Support After Failed Breakout
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 10:50
Bitcoin has fallen back close to psychological support at $5,000 after a failed breakout Wednesday. Bitcoin Drops Back to $5K Price Support After Failed Breakout
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 10:50
Bitcoin has fallen back close to psychological support at $5,000 after a failed breakout Wednesday. Simple Bitcoin Widget Gives You Crypto Prices on the Go
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 11. 09:08
Traders and enthusiasts who wish to stay informed about cryptocurrency price movements need easy to use software that can do the job. Simple Bitcoin Widget is an open source application that pulls market data for popular coins from major trading platforms to update you on the go. Also read: How to Easily Find Businesses That […]
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Tata Settles Securities Between 2 National Depositories on a Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 09:05
India's second largest firm has completed a blockchain trial of cross-border securities settlement between two central securities depositories. Tata Settles Securities Between National Depositories on a Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 09:05
India's second largest firm has completed a blockchain trial of cross-border securities settlement between two central securities depositories. US Energy Department Eyes Blockchain to Prevent Power Plant Cyberattacks
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 08:00
A U.S. Department of Energy lab is exploring blockchain technology as a line of defense against cyberattacks on power plants. New York Orders Bittrex to Cease Operations but Approves Bitstamp
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 11. 02:30
New York State’s financial regulator has ordered Bittrex to cease operating in the state after rejecting its application for a Bitlicense. Multiple deficiencies were cited, some of which Bittrex immediately disputed. Meanwhile, Bitstamp has been green-lighted to offer the trading of five cryptocurrencies in the state. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at […]
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China’s New Policy Isn’t An Automatic Bitcoin Mining Ban – Here’s Why
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 11. 02:15
Despite breathless headlines, a recent proposal by China’s economic planners would not automatically ban bitcoin mining. Moon Landing or Misfire? 2019’s Biggest Initial Exchange Offerings Analyzed
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 10. 23:40
Whatever your feelings on initial exchange offerings (IEOs), there’s been no avoiding them this year. Nurtured under the wing of cryptocurrency exchanges before being unleashed onto liquid secondary markets, many tokens have mooned, while a few have fizzled out like damp squibs. To gauge the current market sentiment toward IEOs, news.Bitcoin.com has calculated the return […]
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Coinbase Launches Crypto Visa Debit Card for UK and EU Customers
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 23:01
Coinbase has launched a Visa debit card allowing U.K. and EU users to spend crypto directly from their exchange accounts. Christine Lagarde Pits Circle Against JPMorgan in IMF Debate
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 22:00
Decentralized systems are coming for the banks, argued Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire, in a panel Wednesday at the International Monetary Fund. Bitcoin Cash Users Have Mixed Millions of Dollars Since Cashshuffle’s Launch
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 10. 20:38
Since the launch of bitcoin cash (BCH) mixer Cashshuffle a fortnight ago, the platform has accrued a lot of attention and users. A total of 8,625 BCH shuffled outputs have been recorded since March 27 and close to 2,000 Cashshuffle transactions. Also Read: Liberland’s Merit Token Built on Bitcoin Cash Captures $1M Market Cap ‘Every […]
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A Freelance Job Market Is Moving Its 700,000-User Web 2.0 Business to EOS
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 19:00
Moonlighting, a platform for freelancers founded in 2014, is getting funding from Block.one's venture arm to port its users' profiles over to the EOS blockchain. A Freelance Job Market Is Moving Its 700,000 Users to EOS
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 19:00
Moonlighting is getting funding from Block.one's venture arm to port its users' profiles over to the EOS blockchain. How Traditional Stock Markets Can Help Mainstream Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 10. 18:15
It’s not a stampede, but a growing number of traditional stock exchanges have begun to offer cryptocurrency-related products, in a move that’s been viewed in some quarters as key to introducing cryptocurrency to conventional equities investors. But will the involvement of stock exchanges help the cause of cryptocurrency, or is this merely an opportunistic endeavour […]
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PR: Switch.ag Releases SwitchDex – a Decentralized Exchange
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 10. 17:30
Switch.ag is a new kind of token exchange. Switch not only gives users the ability to seamlessly "switch" between other assets, but you can buy gift cards, donate to non profits, gamble & more.
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New York Rejects Bittrex Exchange’s BitLicense Application
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 17:16
NYDFS has rejected Bittrex's application for a BitLicense, citing "inadequate" AML compliance among other reasons. Tensions Flare on MakerDAO Community Call Over Transparency Issues
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 16:45
Tough questions were asked Tuesday during a MakerDAO community call about who controls the overseeing organization's finances. Tensions Flare in MakerDAO Community Call Over Transparency Issues
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 16:45
Tough questions were asked Tuesday during a MakerDAO community call about who controls the overseeing organization's finances. Liberland’s Merit Token Built on Bitcoin Cash Captures $1M Market Cap
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 10. 15:56
The sovereign microstate known as Liberland has recently minted a new token called merit (LLM) and the coin has been added to the Altilly exchange. Merit is a token built on top of the Bitcoin Cash chain and was issued using the Simple Ledger Protocol (SLP) on March 11. Since the Altilly listing, the token […]
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Bain Capital and Ripple’s Xpring Invest in DeFi Founder’s ‘Scout Fund’
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 15:00
With a million dollars from Bain Capital and Ripple's VC arm, Robert Leshner's Robot Ventures is making small bets on early-stage crypto entrepreneurs. South Korea’s Military Acquisitions Agency Plans Blockchain Pilot
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 13:01
The South Korean military acquisitions agency hopes a blockchain system can improve defense business operations. Youtube Star Pewdiepie Joins Live Streaming Platform That Accepts Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 10. 12:37
Pewdiepie has announced that he is joining live streaming platform Dlive. The service supports cryptocurrency payments for purchases of its native tokens, with accepted options including bitcoin cash (BCH) as well as BTC, ETH and LTC. Also Read: How 30 Full-Time Staff Created the New Crypto TV Network Blocktv Pewdiepie Partners With Live Streaming Platform […]
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Mauritius Issues Regulatory Guidance on Security Token Offerings
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 12:00
The Mauritius Financial Services Commission has clarified the rules applying to projects launching security token offerings. This Bitcoin Price Pattern Suggests $5,800 Potential Ahead
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 10:30
Bitcoin is trending inside an ascending triangle pattern on the hourly chart that brings potential for a move to over $5,880, analysis suggests. How to Easily Find Businesses That Accept Bitcoin Cash Near You
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 10. 10:18
Cryptocurrency adoption by merchants is still far from ubiquitous, so you might need some help finding places where you can spend yours. Here’s how you can easily locate nearby businesses that accept bitcoin cash (BCH) wherever you go. Also Read: How to Buy Gift Cards for Nike, Adidas and Other Top Brands With Bitcoin Cash […]
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Top YouTuber PewDiePie Joins Blockchain Live Streaming Platform
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 09:00
PewDiePie, the world’s most popular YouTuber by subscriber numbers, is to live stream weekly on blockchain-based platform DLive. $60 Million and Rising: China’s Crypto Funds Try Lending to Beat Bear Market
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 08:00
Investors such as Bixin Capital, FBG Capital and Dong Zhao’s DGroup have been lending tens of millions of dollars in crypto since the fall. Philippines Now Has 10 Approved Cryptocurrency Exchanges
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 10. 05:15
The Philippines is catching up to Japan with a growing number of approved cryptocurrency exchanges. The central bank has green-lighted 10 crypto exchanges so far. Meanwhile, one of the country’s largest banks now has a bitcoin ATM at one of its main branches. In addition, the Cagayan Economic Zone Authority has independently licensed 24 crypto […]
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Philippines Now Has 10 Approved Crypto Exchanges
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 10. 05:15
The Philippines is catching up to Japan with a growing number of approved cryptocurrency exchanges. The central bank has green-lighted 10 crypto exchanges so far. Meanwhile, one of the country’s largest banks now has a bitcoin ATM at one of its main branches. In addition, the Cagayan Economic Zone Authority has independently licensed 24 crypto […]
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The Unbelievable Brilliance of Binance
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 04:00
Whatever people make of Binance, the company's success isn't just unprecedented, it's precedent-setting. Digital Asset Is Writing Code to Help ISDA Standardize Derivatives Data
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 10. 00:59
Digital Asset is developing software to ease adoption of derivatives group ISDA's potentially cost-slashing data standards. Founder of Mt. Gox Creditors Cooperative Resigns, Says Settlement Could Take Years
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 09. 20:15
Four days ago, news.Bitcoin.com reported on the April 3 notice to Mt. Gox creditors from the court’s civil rehabilitation trustee Nobuaki Kobayashi. Now a disclosure stemming from the founder of Mt. Gox Legal explains that the coordinator, Andy Pag, is leaving the ongoing legal battle because he thinks the process could take years to settle […]
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Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Exempt Tokens from US Securities Laws
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 19:01
Lawmakers are making a fresh attempt to give cryptocurrencies a legal standing within the U.S. U.S. Representative Warren Davidson reintroduced the Token Taxonomy Act on Tuesday, saying in a statement that the bill, if approved by Congress and signed into law, would “send a powerful message” to innovators that “the U.S. is the best destination […] Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Exempt Crypto Tokens from US Securities Laws
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 19:01
U.S. Rep. Warren Davidson reintroduced the Token Taxonomy Act Tuesday, seeking to exempt certain cryptocurrencies from securities laws. Xthinner Protocol Tested on BCH Mainnet Shows 99% Block Compression
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 09. 18:01
On April 8, BCH developer Jonathan Toomim revealed how far he’s come with the Xthinner block compression protocol. Toomim tested the platform between two Bitcoin ABC full nodes on the BCH main network and a 363 kB block was compressed down to 1,660 bytes, or 99.54% compression. Also read: Uyen T Nguyen: The Powerful Young […]
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Coinbase-Backed Securitize Launches One-Stop Shop for Token Services
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 16:59
Coinbase-backed Securitize has launched a referral network of sorts to help firms issue and manage digital securities. Bitfinex Drops Minimum Balance to Trade on Crypto Exchange
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 16:30
Bitfinex has removed its $10,000 minimum equity requirement to start trading on the cryptocurrency exchange. Bitstamp Granted BitLicense, Will Expand Crypto Services in US
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 15:00
Europe-based crypto exchange Bitstamp has just received New York's 19th BitLicense, allowing it to offer five crypto trading pairs in the state. Bitcoin Trader Ordered to Forfeit $800K Gained via Unlicensed Exchange
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 14:00
A 22-year-old bitcoin dealer from the U.S. has been ordered to hand over $823,357 gained illegally via an unlicensed money transmission business. Gibraltar Stock Exchange Now Allows Listing of Tokenized Securities
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 13:02
The Gibraltar Stock Exchange is allowing financial firms to list blockchain-based securities on its GSX Global Market platform. Crypto Markets and CME Futures Post Record Trade Volume
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 09. 12:40
Volume has been ramping up across the cryptocurrency markets, with April seeing a new all-time high posted for daily global cryptocurrency volume. The month has also seen Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) report record trade volume for its BTC futures contracts, in addition to Cumberland’s trade desk reporting an influx of 1,000 BTC buy orders, signaling […]
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Hold-It-Yourself Crypto Exchange LGO to Roll Out Hardware Wallet in Q2
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 12:00
Non-custodial exchange LGO Markets has built its own hardware storage device and will also offer multi-signature wallets through BitGo. Bitcoin’s ‘Super Guppy’ Price Indicator Flips Bullish in First Since Early 2018
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 10:40
Several bitcoin price indicators have turned positive on the charts, strongly suggesting bullish momentum is growing. Bitcoin’s ‘Super Guppy’ Price Indicator Flips Bullish in First Since 2018
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 10:40
Several bitcoin price indicators have turned positive on the charts, strongly suggesting bullish momentum is growing. How to Buy Gift Cards for Nike, Adidas and Other Top Brands With Bitcoin Cash
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 09. 10:35
Using gift cards is a practical way to spend your bitcoin cash in stores that don’t accept cryptocurrency directly. Here’s how to buy gift cards with BCH for top brands such as Nike, Adidas and American Eagle. Also Read: How to Save Over 15% Shopping on Amazon With Bitcoin Cash Buy Premium Gift Cards on […]
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Facebook Said to Be Seeking $1 Billion in Funding for Crypto Project
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 09:00
Social media giant Facebook may be seeking a billion bucks in VC investment for its cryptocurrency project, an NYT reporter says. Leading Advocate for Mt Gox Creditors Quits, Saying Bitcoin Payouts Could Take Years
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 08:00
The head of a large Mt. Gox creditor group is stepping down amid what he described as a legal quagmire that could take years to resolve. Advocate for Mt Gox Creditors Quits, Saying Bitcoin Payouts Could Take Years
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 08:00
The head of a large Mt. Gox creditor group is stepping down amid what he described as a legal quagmire that could take years to resolve. India’s New Crypto TV Talk Show to Start Airing This Month
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 09. 07:25
A crypto-focused television talk show is launching in India this month. Several crypto-related issues will be discussed on the show, both about India and abroad, including the “burning issue” of Indian regulation. News.Bitcoin.com talked to the host of the show to find out more details. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s […]
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Opera Launches Dapp-Focused Desktop Browser With Built-In Ethereum Wallet
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 07:00
Opera has launched the desktop version of its new browser with a built-in wallet for ether, ERC-20 tokens and CryptoKitties-style collectibles. Opera Launches Desktop Dapp Browser With Built-In Ethereum Wallet
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 07:00
Opera has launched the desktop version of its new browser with a built-in wallet for ether, ERC-20 tokens and CryptoKitties-style collectibles. China’s Economic Planning Agency Labels Bitcoin Mining an ‘Undesirable’ Industry
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 06:00
A Chinese government agency in charge of macro economic policies is labeling bitcoin mining as an "undesirable" industry in a draft economic proposal. China’s Economic Planning Body Labels Bitcoin Mining an ‘Undesirable’ Industry
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 06:00
A Chinese government agency in charge of macroeconomic policies is labeling bitcoin mining as an "undesirable" industry in a draft economic proposal. The Trolls Accused Me of ‘Crypto-Colonialism’ in Syria – I’m Listening
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 09. 04:06
Cryptocurrency isn't colonialism in Syria – it's a step in ensuring the technological autonomy of the region. Embed 1MB Files on the Bitcoin Cash Chain With the Blockupload Platform
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 09. 02:15
The software developer known as Deswurstes revealed last week a new project he’s been working on that allowed people to upload files up to 1MB in size to the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) testnet. On April 7, Deswurstes launched the first BCH mainnet version of Blockupload, a desktop platform that allows people to embed larger files […]
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Bibox Exchange to Launch Leveraged BCH Perpetual Contracts
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 08. 23:09
Estonia-based Bibox exchange is to launch bitcoin cash (BCH) and litecoin (LTC) perpetual trading contracts on April 12, with leverage of up to 50x. Priced in tether (USDT) – the US dollar-pegged stablecoin – the cryptocurrency derivatives are targeted at both institutional and retail investors. Also read: ‘This is Not an ICO, Just Barter’ – […]
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Next Bitcoin Core Release to Finally Let Hardware Wallets Connect to Full Nodes
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 21:30
The coming release of Bitcoin Core will finally, natively allow users to connect bitcoin full nodes to hardware wallets. Next Bitcoin Core Release to Finally Connect Hardware Wallets to Full Nodes
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 21:30
The coming release of Bitcoin Core will finally, natively allow users to connect bitcoin full nodes to hardware wallets. Coinbase Pro Lists EOS, Augur’s REP and MakerDAO’s MKR Tokens
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 20:38
EOS, MKR and REP will become fully available for trading sometime Tuesday on Coinbase's professional platform. QuadrigaCX Officially Enters Bankruptcy With Millions Still Missing
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 20:17
Canadian crypto exchange QuadrigaCX should transition into bankruptcy in the coming days, a judge ruled Monday. Bitmain’s New Antminer Specs Show Devices Process Over 50 Terahash
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 08. 17:34
On April 8, the Chinese mining rig manufacturer Bitmain Technologies unveiled the specifications for the company’s latest Antminer 17 series. The firm claims the three new bitcoin miners command a hashrate of over 50 trillion hashes per second (TH/s) which outpaces nearly all top machines today. Also read: Uyen T Nguyen: The Powerful Young Woman […]
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How Coinbase-Backed Dharma Aims to Stand Out From Other Crypto Lenders
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 16:00
Dharma, the lending startup with backing from Coinbase and Polychain, wants to make peer-to-peer crypto loans accessible to all. Crypto Lender Dharma Officially Launches on Ethereum Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 16:00
Dharma, the lending startup with backing from Coinbase and Polychain, wants to make peer-to-peer crypto loans accessible to all. Western Union Integrates With Crypto Wallet to Expand Philippines Remittances
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 14:30
The money transfer giant has teamed up with blockchain startup Coins.ph to enable residents of the Philippines to directly receive cash remittances. Pantera Leads $3.5 Million Round for Lightning-Powered SparkSwap DEX
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 13:00
Pantera-backed SparkSwap has launched to offer pro traders litecoin-to-bitcoin atomic swaps using the lightning network. Sparkswap Raises $3.5 Million From Initialized, Pantera for Lightning-Powered DEX
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 13:00
Pantera-backed Sparkswap has launched to offer pro traders litecoin-to-bitcoin atomic swaps using the lightning network. Societe Generale-Owned Bank Launches Blockchain ETN
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 12:10
Kleinwort Hambros, a Societe Generale-owned bank and wealth manager, has launched a Luxembourg-listed blockchain exchange-traded note. Societe Generale-Owned Bank Launches Blockchain Exchange Note
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 12:10
Kleinwort Hambros, a Societe Generale-owned bank and wealth manager, has launched a Luxembourg-listed blockchain exchange-traded note. Korean Crypto Scam Fleeced Investors for Over $18.5 Million
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 11:20
Police have reportedly used AI to spot a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme in South Korea that cheated investors out of $18.5 million. Rebiton Allows You to Buy Bitcoin and Keep Your Privacy
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 08. 10:20
Purchasing bitcoin ought to be quick and easy, but over the years, encroaching KYC has made that task more complex. Rebiton is a service that cuts through the red tape, making it possible for anyone to buy up to $999 without the need for ID. Also read: How 5 Asian Countries Regulate Cryptocurrency Re-Up on […]
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Bullish Bitcoin Leaps Resistance Hurdle in Weekend Breakout
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 10:00
Bitcoin’s breakout from $5,050 resistance has defied overbought indicators and set a new target of $5,550 for the bulls. Bitcoin Price Leaps Resistance Hurdle in Weekend Breakout
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 10:00
Bitcoin’s breakout from $5,050 resistance has defied overbought indicators and set a new target of $5,550 for the bulls. GM, BMW Back Blockchain Data Sharing For Self-Driving Cars
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 09:00
General Motors will chair the next autonomous vehicle data markets working group, using blockchain to help share self-driving data. Ripple Co-Founder Donates $25 Million in XRP to US University
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 08:00
Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen, his wife Lyna Lam and the Rippleworks nonprofit have donated $25 million in XRP to San Francisco State University. How 5 Asian Countries Regulate Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 08. 07:34
The Financial Stability Board has detailed how its member countries regulate crypto assets, who the regulators are, and the scope of their oversight. Most countries have more than one government body monitoring and regulating different aspects of crypto activities. Among the board’s Asian member countries, India is the only one with no legal mandate to […]
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Crypto Market Capitalization Hits 5-Month High Above $185 Billion
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 06:00
Cryptocurrency's total market capitalization rose to $185.89 billion earlier today at 02:00 UTC, reaching its highest point since Nov. 18. Is It Time for a Blockchain Brexit?
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 08. 04:26
The U.K. is on the brink of a previously unthinkable 'hard Brexit' from the European Union. A solution could be found in the capabilities of blockchain. BCH-Led Crypto Rally, New Wallet and Token in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 07. 20:39
Bitcoin cash leads the crypto market rally this week, jumping over 50% within 24 hours, a new BCH wallet uses the Cash Accounts protocol, and the first Bitcoin Cash based token has been listed on an exchange. All that and more in this week’s video news update with Roger Ver shared on Bitcoin.com’s Youtube channel. […]
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Markets Update: Crypto Assets See Fresh Gains
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 07. 15:55
The cryptocurrency economy has seen further gains, as the entire market capitalization jumped to $179 billion during the early morning trading sessions on Sunday. Moreover, global trade volume spiked significantly, capturing roughly $61 billion in trades over the last 24 hours. Also read: Bitcoin Cash Markets and Network Gather Strong Momentum in Q1 Crypto Bulls […]
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Online Bank Mistertango Offers Crypto Companies Multiple Accounts and Ibans
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 07. 12:50
Mistertango is a platform that provides crypto users and businesses with access to traditional finances. Its services are open for exchanges, investors and others involved in the industry. The crypto-friendly payment processor offers both personal and business accounts that come with the option to create multiple Ibans. Also read: Cryptoradar Finds Best Prices Across Exchanges […]
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“It’s A Lion’s Den” – P2P Traders Discuss Challenges of Operating on Localbitcoins
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 07. 10:30
Despite many cryptocurrency users having made their first purchases using Localbitcoins, little attention is paid to the experiences of the traders who operate on the platform. News.Bitcoin.com reached out to several Localbitcoins traders to find out about the challenges facing peer-to-peer crypto brokers. Also Read: Darknet Buyers Flock to Wall Street as Dream Winds Down […]
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Even at $30, Bitcoin Was More Exciting Than Poker
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 07. 10:00
Josh Rossi describes festive nights of playing poker with a who's who of the early bitcoin scene. PR: Roger Ver Joins Monarch as Investor & Advisor, Bitcoin Cash Now Supported In-App
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 07. 09:30
Monarch Blockchain Corporation is excited to announce that Roger Ver is joining as an investor and advisor. Monarch Wallet now supports Bitcoin Cash (BCH).Roger Ver decided to invest in Monarch Blockchain Corporation as well as become an advisor. Monarch Wallet has added Bitcoin Cash (BCH) to its list of over 1900 supported cryptocurrencies.
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Returns on Crypto Assets: The Hidden Message
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 07. 08:15
A look at the search for additional revenue streams from crypto investments, and what that says about the evolution of the asset class. Uyen T Nguyen: The Powerful Young Woman Behind the Alleged ‘Satoshi Affair’
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 06. 19:50
The lawsuit against Craig Wright continues this week and on April 5, court dockets indicate that Florida Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart memorialized rulings from the recent Craig Wright deposition. Moreover, the counsel representing the Kleiman estate has submitted 2,136 documents belonging to Dave Kleiman on April 4. Many of the court documents submitted over the […]
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Darknet Buyers Flock to Wall Street as Dream Winds Down
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 06. 15:28
As the darknet’s largest market prepares to wind down, its second largest is taking the strain. When Dream closes for good at the end of April, Wall Street will become the largest darknet market (DNM), at least until Dream’s successor launches and can prove its legitimacy. Paranoia has pervaded the darknet in recent weeks amidst […]
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Cryptocurrency Adoption Grows Beyond ‘Bitcoin City’ in Slovenia and Croatia
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 06. 12:50
The number of stores that accept cryptocurrencies is rising in Slovenia and Croatia. Starting with merchants in one of the largest shopping and entertainment complexes in Europe, Elipay has now integrated with 300 stores in Slovenia and begun expanding into Croatia following approval by the country’s central bank. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto […]
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Cryptoradar Finds Best Prices Across Exchanges and Brokers
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 06. 10:39
When you want to buy or sell digital coins, a service called Cryptoradar can help you find the best prices across multiple trading platforms. The website tracks cryptocurrency exchanges and brokers and offers several optimal choices depending on your location. Also read: Check If Your Market Predictions Are Right With Sparkprofit Traders Can Select Exchanges […]
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The Easiest Way to Send and Lose Bitcoin in 2012
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 06. 10:00
Early bitcoin adopter Dan Gallancy talks about the trials and tribulations of giving away bitcoin. The Media’s Cringeworthy Coverage of Bitcoin’s Latest Price Surge
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 06. 09:00
From April Fools jokes to "mystery" orders fueling bitcoin's recent rally, mainstream media still struggles to get basic aspects of the crypto market. Installing a Subdermal Bitcoin Wallet Is Only for the Brave
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 05. 21:35
In 2014, Dutch entrepreneur Martijn Wismeijer made headlines by having a pair of bitcoin wallets embedded under his skin. Since then, various cypherpunks and tech journalists have had microchips embedded into their hands. Anyone interested in getting ‘chipped,’ for the purposes of boasting a bio-implanted bio-implanted bitcoin wallet, should be cautious however, as the procedure […]
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Google Searches for ‘Bitcoin’ Hit Highest Total Since November
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 05. 21:15
Google searches for "bitcoin" jumped to its highest level on Tuesday since Nov. 20, 2018 as the cryptocurrency surged above $5,000 on most exchanges. Startup Behind Ethereum DEX Releases Lightning Developer Tools
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 05. 19:00
Radar Relay, a decentralized exchange for trading tokens over ethereum, is branching out into bitcoin lightning technology. Bosch and Wien Energie Demo Blockchain-Powered Refrigerator
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 05. 18:30
Electronics giant Bosch and power supplier Wien Energie have revealed a blockchain fridge aimed to enable better control of electricity consumption. Bitrefill’s ‘Thor Turbo’ Lets You Get Started With Bitcoin’s Lightning Faster
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 05. 17:10
Bitcoin startup Bitrefill is launching a new service aimed at helping onboard users of the lightning network more quickly. Mt. Gox Creditors Have a Second Chance to Appeal Claim Decisions
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 05. 16:40
According to the official Mt. Gox website, creditors of the now defunct bitcoin exchange have one last chance to dispute their claims. The civil rehabilitation trustee, Nobuaki Kobayashi, has also explained the details surrounding the court’s decision to approve or disapprove filed claims. Also read: Mt Gox CEO Mark Karpeles Found Not Guilty of Embezzlement […]
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Tron Dapps Saw $1.6 Billion in Volume in Q1 2019, Driven By Gambling
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 05. 16:11
From digital dog racing to a "farm investment game," Tron is finding product-market fit crypto with gambling dapps. Check If Your Market Predictions Are Right With Sparkprofit
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 05. 13:58
Following the recent price spike, there’s a lack of clarity as to where crypto markets will be heading from here. The importance of accurate predictions has never been more valuable to the cryptoconomy. A platform called Sparkprofit combines forecasts made by traders to produce a crowdsourced estimate of the future market movements. Also read: Try […]
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Russian Gas Giant Gazprom to Execute Business Contracts on a Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 05. 13:30
Russian state-owned gas giant Gazprom may soon begin using blockchain to execute and monitor contracts as part of its digitization plans. 10 Passes To Go: Bitcoin’s Lightning Torch Will Soon Burn Out
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 05. 12:00
The globe-trotting bitcoin payments experiment is nearing its end, having attracted participants like Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey. Aussie School’s Cryptocurrency Programs Attract International Attention
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 05. 11:35
In August 2017, news.Bitcoin.com covered a number of cryptocurrency programs that were being offered to the students of Wooranna primary school in Victoria, Australia. Nearly two years later, the school’s cryptocurrency programs continue to thrive, with the students having recently interviewed Andreas Antonopolous, and attracted visitors from Europe, North America, and Asia. Also Read: Australian […]
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Coinbase Tops JPMorgan in LinkedIn List of Most Popular Employers
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 05. 11:00
Crypto exchange Coinbase has ranked above investment banking giant JPMorgan in LinkedIn’s top 50 U.S. employers list for 2019. Barclays, RBS, R3 Cut Property Transaction Times in Blockchain Trial
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 05. 09:31
Barclays, Royal Bank of Scotland, R3 and more say they've reduced property transaction times to "less than three weeks" using a distributed ledger. Now There’s a Canadian Dollar-Pegged Stablecoin on the Way
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 05. 08:00
Toronto-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinsquare is launching a stablecoin, pegged 1:1 to the Canadian dollar. These Indian Crypto Exchanges Share What Sets Their P2P Platforms Apart
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 05. 06:56
Many cryptocurrency exchanges in India offer some kind of peer-to-peer (P2P) trading. News.Bitcoin.com talked to several of them to find out what is unique about each platform, most of which were launched in response to the banking restriction imposed by the country’s central bank. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request […]
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Indian Crypto Exchanges Share What Sets Their P2P Platforms Apart
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 05. 06:56
Many cryptocurrency exchanges in India offer some kind of peer-to-peer (P2P) trading. News.Bitcoin.com talked to several of them to find out what is unique about each platform, most of which were launched in response to the banking restriction imposed by the country’s central bank. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request […]
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Decentralized Networks Aren’t as Censorship-Resistant as You Think
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 05. 01:09
Censorship resistance is a much-touted attribute of decentralized networks. They allow anyone to permanently store anything onchain without seeking permission. While this is technically true, the reality, for many supposedly decentralized blockchains, is anything but. As the fate of controversial dapps has shown, even decentralized app stores aren’t immune from censorship and deplatforming. Also read: […]
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Road to Consensus with CFTC Chair Giancarlo – Regulating the Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 21:00
CoinDesk's Nolan Bauerle goes one-on-one with the man whose regulatory oversight extends to the commodities and futures markets – including cryptocurrency. Tribeos Demos Bitcoin Cash-Powered Digital Advertising Marketplace
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 04. 20:35
On April 3, digital advertising marketplace Tribeos published a demonstration of a software application that utilizes the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network. The ambitious platform plans to launch in Q3 of this year by unleashing one of the first fully transparent advertising applications. Also read: Bitcoin Cash Markets and Network Gather Strong Momentum in Q1 Tribeos […]
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Canadian Court Rules Drug Dealer Must Hand Over $1.4 Million in Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 19:35
A Toronto judge has ruled that a 30-year old drug dealer must forfeit 281.41 bitcoins used in illegal activities on the dark web. Coinbase, Paradigm Invest $15 Million in Startup Behind Disappearing Blockchain
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 16:05
Made by the startup O(1) Labs, the lightweight Coda protocol is adding more big-name investors to its cap table. Markets Update: BCH Maintains Strong Lead as Crypto Prices Record Slight Pullback
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 04. 15:22
Cryptocurrency markets saw some significant gains over the last two days, but prices on Thursday have started to pull back from this year’s all-time highs. When the spikes first initiated, bitcoin cash (BCH) led the pack out of the top 10 cryptocurrencies and still maintains a lead with over 75 percent worth of gains for […]
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The Biggest Winners from April’s Early Crypto Market Rebound
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 14:00
Cryptocurrencies across the board are flashing significant growth in the first few days of April. Digital Asset Goes Open Source as Firm Eyes Closer Ties With Hyperledger
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 13:00
Blockchain startup Digital Asset is open sourcing its core software, in part to forge closer relations with other enterprise players. Simple Bank’s Shamir Karkal Unveils New Blockchain Payments Startup
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 12:00
Sila, a startup launched by Simple Bank co-founder Shamir Karkal, has unveiled an open beta for its ethereum-based payments API platform. Former Simple Bank Co-Founder Unveils New Blockchain Payments Startup
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 12:00
Sila, a startup launched by former Simple Bank co-founder Shamir Karkal, has unveiled an open beta for its ethereum-based payments platform. Try Crypto Trading With Sim Games Like Altcoin Fantasy
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 04. 11:45
Trading simulators offer newbies an opportunity to enter the crypto space and get a feel for the market without losing real money. A popular app that does that and more is Altcoin Fantasy. The crypto game can be installed on both Android and iOS devices or played online. Also read: How to Save Over 15% […]
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Bitcoin Faces Price Pullback Amid Extremely Overbought Conditions
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 11:00
Bitcoin could be in for a minor price retreat as the RSI is showing the most overbought conditions for 16 months. New $50 Million Fund Makes First Investment in Blockchain ID Startup
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 10:05
A new $50 million VC fund set up by Nasdaq-listed company Okta has invested in its first startup, blockchain identity project Trusted Key. PR: Singapore Hosts Blockchain Life 2019
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 04. 09:30
Blockchain Life 2019 – the 3d edition of the international forum – brings together more than 3000 participants from 70+ countries. Founders of top blockchain and crypto companies, investors, developers, crypto traders, CEOs of projects, entrepreneurs and businessmen coming at Blockchain Life 2019 on April 23-24 in Singapore.
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Crypto Exchange Binance Is Setting Up Shop in Singapore This Month
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 09:00
A Singapore fiat-to-crypto exchange launch, a DEX on the mainnet and token staking are all in the Binance news today. SEC’s Crypto Token Framework Falls Short of Clear and Actionable Guidance
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 08:00
The SEC's guidance on crypto token sales, while welcome, is not quite the clarifying document the industry hoped for. How to Create and Send Cryptocurrency Invoices
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 04. 06:58
For many companies, entrepreneurs and freelancers working in the crypto industry, accounting is an essential part of their day-to-day business activities. A number of platforms now offer services tailored to meet those needs including features such as cryptocurrency invoicing. Also read: New Crypto-Friendly Banking and Payment Services Launch in the UK and Russia Accepting Coins […]
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Exchange Traded Products for XRP, Litecoin Go Live for EU Investors
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 06:55
Exchange-traded products (ETPs) tied to XRP and litecoin have gone live on Nordic Growth Market, a unit of Borse Stuttgart. Exchange-Traded Products for XRP, Litecoin Go Live for EU Investors
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 06:55
Exchange-traded products (ETPs) tied to XRP and litecoin have gone live on Nordic Growth Market, a unit of Borse Stuttgart. EU Blockchain Group Launches With SWIFT, Ripple Onboard
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 04. 04:00
Over 100 firms including SWIFT, IBM and Ripple have joined a blockchain association officially launched by the European Commission on Wednesday. FOMO for Initial Exchange Offerings Is Getting Intense
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 04. 01:19
The cryptocurrency industry gets older but does it get any wiser? Green candles have begun popping off across the board for the first time in a long time and suddenly it feels very 2017, complete with all the greed, FOMO, and manipulation that was synonymous with that era of excess. Never is this more evident […]
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SEC’s First Crypto ‘No-Action’ Letter Took 11 Months to Secure
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 20:00
The lawyer for TurnKey Jet explains the lengthy process of getting the first-ever assurance from the SEC that its token sale is good to go. Data Shows Short-Term Crypto Tax Filers Increase, But Lots of Investors Still Won’t File
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 03. 18:30
According to personal finance firm Credit Karma Tax, filers who reported short-term capital losses for cryptocurrencies in the first month of 2019 jumped fivefold year-over-year. After the incredibly bearish crypto markets of 2018, data from early tax filers highlights the fact that more investors are claiming losses this tax season. However, a survey the company […]
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This New Lightning App Aims to Make Getting Paid Easier
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 17:05
A new service has launched to make it easier for people to accept money on bitcoin's lightning payments network. This New Bitcoin App Aims to Make Getting Paid in Lightning Easier
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 17:05
A new service has launched to make it easier for people to accept money on bitcoin's lightning payments network. This New Lightning App Aims to Make Getting Paid in Bitcoin Easier
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 17:05
A new service has launched to make it easier for people to accept money on bitcoin's lightning payments network. How to Save Over 15% Shopping on Amazon With Bitcoin Cash
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 03. 16:15
There’s an ever growing list of places on the web where you can spend Bitcoin Cash (BCH). However, Amazon stands out as an online retail giant that dominates many markets. Today’s tip explains how to shop on Amazon using bitcoin cash (BCH) while claiming a great discount to boot. Also Read: What It Takes to […]
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Over 40 Central Banks Are Considering Blockchain Currencies: Davos Report
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 15:59
More than 40 central banks are experimenting with blockchain, says a new report by the World Economic Forum. Over 40 Central Banks Are Considering Blockchain Applications: Davos Report
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 15:59
More than 40 central banks are experimenting with blockchain, says a new report by the World Economic Forum. SEC Issues First ‘No-Action’ Letter Clearing ICO to Sell Tokens in US
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 14:57
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a "no-action" letter to TurnKey Jet, Inc., agreeing that tokens used by the startup are not securities. The SEC Just Released Its Crypto Token Guidance
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 14:41
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has published fresh regulatory guidance for token issuers, nearly half a year in the making. The SEC Just Released Its Long-Awaited Crypto Token Guidance
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 14:41
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has published fresh regulatory guidance for token issuers, nearly half a year in the making. Atomic Capital Makes Crypto’s Most Aggressive Lending Offer Yet
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 14:15
Atomic Capital is offering to lend up to 85 percent of the value of clients' bitcoin or ether, at double-digit interest rates. Markets Update: Bitcoin Cash Rockets Forward Leading the Crypto Bull Rally
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 03. 14:12
Cryptocurrency prices have improved a great deal over the last seven days and many digital assets saw a significant spike in value on April 2. The entire market capitalization of all 2,000-odd coins is steadily approaching $200 billion. The market forerunner so far is bitcoin cash (BCH), which is up well over 45% in the […]
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Former Obama Tech Officer Raises $3.7 Million for Blockchain SaaS Startup
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 13:00
Led by former Obama White House Deputy CTO Ed Felton, Offchain Labs is the latest startup vying for enterprise clients. Jamaica Stock Exchange to Pilot Bitcoin and Ether Trading
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 12:00
The Jamaica Stock Exchange is soon to trial bitcoin and ether trades with help from Canadian fintech firm Blockstation. 3 Reasons Bitcon’s Price Suddenly Surged Back to $5K
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 11:15
The cryptocurrency market sprang back to life with bitcoin's surge to 4.5-month highs yesterday. But why? 3 Reasons Bitcoin’s Price Suddenly Surged Back to $5K
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 11:15
The cryptocurrency market sprang back to life with bitcoin's surge to 4.5-month highs yesterday. But why? ‘This Is Not an ICO, Just Barter’ – How Issuers Attempt to Evade Regulatory Scrutiny
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 03. 10:20
Some issuers of initial coin offerings have started to change the terminology they use to refer to their token sale in a bid to evade the attention of regulators – the hawkish U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in particular. With research finding that fewer than half of ICO projects make it past the first […]
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‘This Is Not an ICO, Just Barter’ – How Issuers Attempt to Evade Scrutiny
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 03. 10:20
Some issuers of initial coin offerings have started to change the terminology they use to refer to their token sale in a bid to evade the attention of regulators – the hawkish U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in particular. With research finding that fewer than half of ICO projects make it past the first […]
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Liquid.com Closes Funding Round Valuing Crypto Firm at ‘Over $1 Billion’
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 09:45
Crypto trading platform Liquid.com has been backed by Bitmain and IDG Capital in a funding round it says makes it the latest crypto unicorn. Indian Supreme Court Confirms New Date for Crypto Case
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 03. 08:05
The Supreme Court of India has set a new date to hear the crypto case. News.Bitcoin.com has learned what happened in the latest hearing when the government was expected to deliver crypto regulation and why the case was adjourned within minutes. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Crypto Case Update […]
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A16z, Polychain Invest $25 Million in Crypto Payments Startup Celo
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 08:00
Mobile-friendly cryptocurrency payments startup Celo has raised millions from A16z and Polychain in a private token sale. How a Large Cash for Bitcoin Deal Goes Down
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 03. 06:33
AJ is a British bitcoin miner who loves privacy and hates KYC. When he needs cash to pay his bills, he meets bitcoin buyers in person. EZ is a full-time bitcoin trader who spends his days driving from city to city buying and selling BTC. This week, the two strangers met to conduct a $20K […]
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5-Star Swiss Hotel Set to Accept Bitcoin Payments
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 03. 04:30
The Dolder Grand, a five-star hotel in Switzerland, will start accepting bitcoin payments from next month. Elon Musk Calls Dogecoin ‘My Fav Cryptocurrency’
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 22:30
Weeks after calling bitcoin "brilliant," Elon Musk has lauded one of the crypto market's oldest and silliest alternatives. A Small Bank in Germany Is Now Nearly 30% Owned by Crypto Companies
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 21:45
The blockchain startup Nimiq has just joined the ranks of WEG Bank AG shareholders like TokenPay and the Litecoin Foundation. A16z Moves to Place Bigger Bets on High-Risk Assets – Including Crypto
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 20:45
Andreessen Horowitz has reportedly registered all 150 of its employees as financial advisors to invest more heavily in risky assets such as crypto. Crescent Cash Becomes the Third BCH Light Client to Adopt Cash Accounts
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 02. 20:40
There’s a new open source bitcoin cash (BCH) wallet called Crescent Cash which uses the Cash Accounts protocol by default. The new application was designed by the programmer Pokkst who built the wallet for simplicity by allowing BCH users to send funds to a specific username as opposed to a long alphanumeric address. Also read: […]
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$255 Million: Coinbase Confirms Extent of Crypto Insurance Coverage
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 19:59
Coinbase has revealed the details of its $255 million insurance policy for crypto held on customers' behalf. What It Takes to Air a TV News Channel Devoted to Crypto Assets
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 02. 18:33
Blocktv is a new televised news source for the cryptocurrency community. News.Bitcoin.com recently visited the company’s headquarters in Israel to see what it takes to air a TV channel dedicated to reporting on the digital assets industry. Also Read: How a Large Crypto Mining Operation Is Handling the Current Market Tune in to Blockchain Television […]
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How 30 Full-Time Staff Created the New Crypto TV Network Blocktv
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 02. 18:33
Blocktv is a new televised news source for the cryptocurrency community. News.Bitcoin.com recently visited the company’s headquarters in Israel to see what it takes to air a TV channel dedicated to reporting on the digital assets industry. Also Read: How a Large Crypto Mining Operation Is Handling the Current Market Tune in to Blockchain Television […]
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QuadrigaCX Crypto Exchange Could Soon Be Placed in Bankruptcy
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 16:21
EY, the court-appointed monitor for QuadrigaCX, is looking to move the exchange into bankruptcy. How to Check Current Transaction Fees for BTC and BCH
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 02. 16:18
Knowing what you have to pay to access a service is critical to judging the usefulness of any system. Here’s how you can check the current average transaction fees when make payments using BTC and BCH. Also Read: How to Earn BCH as a Bitcoin Bounty Hunter Track Transaction Fees With Coin Dance Coin Dance […]
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Bitcoin’s Price Rises Above Major Moving Averages In First Since 2018
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 16:18
Bitcoin is now trading above its 50, 100 and 200 day moving averages for the first time in nearly 15 months after the cryptocurrency breached $5,000 during Tuesday's trading session. Pakistan Central Bank Eyes Digital Currency Launch by 2025
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 14:30
The State Bank of Pakistan, the country’s central bank, is reportedly considering launching a digital currency as part of a modernization drive. Bitcoin Cash Markets and Network Gather Strong Momentum in Q1
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 02. 13:55
The first quarter of 2019 has ended and things are starting to look much better for digital assets this year. Bitcoin cash (BCH) prices touched all-time highs for 2019 during the end of Q1 and the network’s overall strength has improved a great deal since the fork last year. Also read: Broken Phone? Don’t Sweat […]
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PayPal Makes Its First-Ever Investment in a Blockchain Startup
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 13:00
Online payments giant PayPal has taken a stake in Cambridge Blockchain – its first investment in the blockchain space. Apple, Amazon Alums Behind Sharding Startup Raise $18 Million
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 12:30
Harmony, a "deep sharding" startup that hopes to one day help you turn your data into income, has raised $18 million in a token presale. A16z-Backed TrustToken Launches Stablecoin Pegged to UK Pound
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 12:00
Cryptocurrency startup TrustToken has launched its second stablecoin – and this time it's a token pegged 1:1 to the British pound. Sudden Bitcoin Price Breakout Sets New Bull Target at Over $5K
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 10:40
After today's breakout, bitcoin now needs to move above crucial resistance near $5,200 to solidify the case for a longer-term bull market. Russian Banks Join Chinese Swift – Is the Dollar Era Under Threat?
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 02. 10:38
As a Saudi oil minister once remarked, the Stone Age didn’t end because we ran out of stones. It seems it’s neither the deficit of a tool nor its deficiencies that make it obsolete, but rather the invention of new tools that do the job better. With increasing competition, will the U.S. dollar continue to […]
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A New Bank for Crypto Traders Has Opened in Puerto Rico
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 09:00
A new Puerto Rico-based financial institution catering to traders of cryptocurrency has opened for business. XRP Exchange-Traded Product Goes Live on Swiss SIX Exchange
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 07:35
An exchange-traded product (ETP) tracking the price of the XRP cryptocurrency has gone live on Switzerland’s primary stock exchange SIX. Bitcoin Price Jumps to 4-Month High Above $4,900
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 05:25
The price of bitcoin jumped by 7 percent within 30 minutes on Tuesday and then reached above $4,900, its highest point in 4 months. Exchange Volumes May Be Fake, But Bitcoin’s Value Is Real
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 02. 04:00
More than a critique of price manipulation rife across bitcoin markets, the Bitwise report shows cryptocurrencies' potential. Alt Season? Over 100 Crypto Assets Outperform Bitcoin in Q1 Surge
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 22:45
More than 100 cryptocurrencies outperformed bitcoin in what was the most bullish quarter the cryptocurrency market has seen since Q4 of 2017. Coinbase Soft Launches International Payments with XRP and USDC
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 20:33
Coinbase seems to have launched a new service for international payments, offering its users free transfers when they use XRP and USDC. “Bitcoin and Friends” Animated Series Airs Spicy First Episode
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 01. 19:22
There’s a new animated series called “Bitcoin and Friends” that’s been making its rounds across the web after the first episode was released by Uncle Chris Productions. The humorous and sometimes raunchy cartoon is an eight-part series that aims to make people laugh during the depressing bear market and the crypto saltiness on social media. […]
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Broken Phone? Don’t Sweat It — Restore a Bitcoin Wallet in Minutes
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 01. 16:22
With bitcoin ownership, it’s very important to back up your mnemonic seed phrase in order to restore your funds in case of an emergency. For instance, a device holding a wallet can be broken, get lost or stolen and the backup is the only way to retrieve the funds after these mishaps. The following is […]
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True Life: I’m a Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 16:15
What's it like to be bitcoin? It's not all it's hashed out to be. Coincheck Launches OTC Crypto Trading for Institutions
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 15:00
Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck has launched an over-the-counter bitcoin trading service aimed at clients with deep pockets. Coincheck Launches OTC Trading Service for Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 15:00
Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck has launched an over-the-counter bitcoin trading service aimed at clients with deep pockets. ConsenSys Picks Latest 10 Blockchain Startups for Accelerator Program
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 13:30
ConsenSys Ventures has selected 10 blockchain startups for the second cohort of its accelerator program Tachyon, launching today. ConsenSys Picks Latest Blockchain Startups for Accelerator Program
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 13:30
ConsenSys Ventures has selected 10 blockchain startups for the second cohort of its accelerator program Tachyon, launching today. Pakistan Introducing Regulations, Licensing Scheme for Crypto Firms
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 12:05
The government of Pakistan is putting in place regulations that will see digital currency firms licensed to combat illicit uses of the technology. How to Earn BCH as a Bitcoin Bounty Hunter
Bitcoin News
2019. Apr. 01. 11:39
Bounty hunters have been helping to bring criminals to justice since the days of the Old West, and they are still just as needed today. If you want to become a bounty hunter and get paid with cryptocurrency, you don’t even need a fast horse or a revolver these days – just useful information on […]
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Bitcoin Price Posts Biggest Quarterly Gain Since Late 2017
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 11:00
Bitcoin made double-digit gains in the first three months of 2019, marking its best quarterly performance since Q4 2017. The US SEC Wants to Hire a ‘Crypto Specialist’ Legal Advisor
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 10:00
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is looking for a “crypto specialist” to help develop a plan for digital and crypto securities. The SEC Wants to Hire a ‘Crypto Securities’ Advisor
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 10:00
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is looking for an attorney advisor to help develop a plan for digital and crypto securities. Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin Futures Volumes Top $150 Million at Kraken Exchange
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 09:00
Kraken's Crypto Facilities has seen trading volumes in litecoin and bitcoin cash futures surge five-fold in recent weeks. Police Freeze Bank Accounts, Seize Luxury Cars in Probe of $22 Million ICO Promoter Vanbex
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 04:41
Canadian police have frozen assets of the founders of Vanbex, as part of a fraud probe into the firm's $22 million ICO. Police Freeze Accounts, Seize Luxury Cars in Probe of ICO Promoter Vanbex
CoinDesk
2019. Apr. 01. 04:41
Canadian police have frozen assets of the founders of Vanbex, as part of a fraud probe into the firm's $22 million ICO. 
