The Copyright for the Satoshi White Paper is Already Causing Trouble

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 21:00

The Copyright for the Satoshi White Paper is Already Causing Trouble Craig Wright's copyright registration of the Satoshi White Paper is causing some online services to censor the document.

Testing the Noncustodial Button Wallet With BCH Over Telegram Messenger

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 31. 20:40

Testing the Noncustodial Button Wallet With BCH Over Telegram Messenger

Users of the Telegram-infused cryptocurrency Button Wallet can now purchase digital assets through its partnership with the payment processor Wyre. Button Wallet allows users to store, send, and receive cryptocurrencies like BCH, ETH, BTC, LTC, and ETC through the Telegram messaging app. The following is an in-depth review of my experience using Button Wallet after […]

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SEC’s Hinman Says Some ICOs May Be Eligible for ‘No-Action’ Relief

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 19:30

SEC’s Hinman Says Some ICOs May Be Eligible for ‘No-Action’ Relief Startups that conducted ICOs may be eligible for relief from SEC enforcement actions, an agency official said.

Coinbase President Steps Down, Emilie Choi Named as Replacement

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 18:25

Coinbase President Steps Down, Emilie Choi Named as Replacement Asiff Hirji is leaving Coinbase after 18 months on the job. The crypto exchange also announced that current executive Emilie Choi would take over as COO.

10 People Who Might Be Satoshi Nakamoto

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 31. 18:03

10 People Who Might Be Satoshi Nakamoto

We are all Satoshi Nakamoto, but some of us are more Satoshi than others. The following 10 characters have all been flagged as Bitcoin’s elusive creator on account of similarities with the digital man of mystery. Whether one of these characters is Satoshi himself is a matter for you to decide. Also read: Facebook Globalcoin: […]

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Japan Hardens Rules for Cryptocurrency Storage and Trading

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 18:00

Japan Hardens Rules for Cryptocurrency Storage and Trading The Japanese government is creating new – and potentially expensive – rules for all cryptocurrency companies.

Bitcoin Shines Amid Wall Street Losses

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 17:30

Bitcoin Shines Amid Wall Street Losses Bitcoin decoupled from traditional markets in the month of May, rising more than $3,000.

EY Open-Sources ‘Nightfall’ Code for Private Transactions on Ethereum

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 14:20

EY Open-Sources ‘Nightfall’ Code for Private Transactions on Ethereum One of the world's largest consultancy firms has released a new set of protocols for enabling private transactions atop the ethereum blockchain.

Bitcoin Mining With Solar: Less Risky and More Profitable Than Selling to the Grid

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 31. 13:50

Bitcoin Mining With Solar: Less Risky and More Profitable Than Selling to the Grid

The energy used to mine bitcoin has long caused debate over whether it’s a wasteful process. As the arguments have rumbled on, some people have been focused on mining coins with renewable energy. On May 29, Christian Ander, the founder of Stockholm’s Btcx exchange, explained how instead of selling surplus solar energy, he’s been using […]

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SBI Plans Launch of In-Store Payments With Ripple-Powered ‘Money Tap’ App

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 13:30

SBI Plans Launch of In-Store Payments With Ripple-Powered ‘Money Tap’ App SBI Ripple Asia is live testing in-store payments using its Ripple xCurrent-powered Money Tap app before a full launch "this year."

Coinbase Adds Support for EOS Cryptocurrency on Retail Site and Apps

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 12:00

Coinbase Adds Support for EOS Cryptocurrency on Retail Site and Apps Coinbase has added support for the EOS cryptocurrency for customers on Coinbase.com and its Android and iOS apps.

Bitcoin Price Looks Poised for Pullback But June Could Revive Rally

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 11:30

Bitcoin Price Looks Poised for Pullback But June Could Revive Rally Bitcoin is teasing a short-term bearish reversal at the onset of the historically strong month of June.

Blockchain Adds PAX Stablecoin to Mobile Wallet

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 10:20

Blockchain Adds PAX Stablecoin to Mobile Wallet Crypto-wallet powerhouse Blockchain is adding a dollar-pegged stablecoin to attract more users.

Cryptocurrencyalerting.com Will Notify You of Price Movements

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 31. 10:01

Cryptocurrencyalerting.com Will Notify You of Price Movements

With volatility returning to cryptocurrency markets, being regularly updated about price changes is important if you want to be a successful trader. To take advantage of market movements, you need timely alerts and a website called Cryptocurrencyalerting.com can help you get them through various channels. Also read: Share Bitcoin Cash Related Shortlinks Using BCH.gg Website […]

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Collapsed Crypto Exchange Cryptopia Owes Creditors $2.7 Million: Liquidators

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 09:31

Collapsed Crypto Exchange Cryptopia Owes Creditors $2.7 Million: Liquidators The liquidators of hacked New Zealand crypto exchange Cryptopia say it owes over $2.7 million to creditors, while user losses are still unknown.

PR: Blucon Launches BCH Transportation Card

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 31. 09:30

PR: Blucon Launches BCH Transportation Card

Blucon is excited to announce the launch of their transportation card that supports BCH. The system will work by integrating the EXO-Platform, to allow the instant conversion of cryptocurrency into spendable cash. Blucon has leveraged on its existing business relationships between cryptocurrency exchanges and legacy banking institutions to launch this product. Excitement is also building, as Blucon’s listing on Digifinex which is set for the 27th of May is fast approaching.

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A Crypto-Friendly Puerto Rico Bank Is Crowdfunding on Circle’s SeedInvest

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 08:00

A Crypto-Friendly Puerto Rico Bank Is Crowdfunding on Circle’s SeedInvest Arival Bank aims to serve crypto firms rejected by traditional banks and is crowdfunding $3 million on Circle's SeedInvest platform.

What to Expect at the SEC’s Blockchain Forum on Friday

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 04:00

What to Expect at the SEC’s Blockchain Forum on Friday At a fraught moment for government-industry relations, the SEC and crypto insiders are sitting down for a meeting.

What to Expect at the SEC’s Blockchain Forum Friday

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 04:00

What to Expect at the SEC’s Blockchain Forum Friday At a fraught moment for government-industry relations, the SEC and crypto insiders are sitting down for a meeting.

North Korean Hackers Target Crypto Exchange UpBit’s South Korean Users

CoinDesk

2019. May. 31. 02:21

North Korean Hackers Target Crypto Exchange UpBit’s South Korean Users North Korean hackers have been using a familiar phishing tool to steal UpBit customer details.

State Farm, USAA to Pay Each Other Insurance Claims on Blockchain by 2020

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 20:59

State Farm, USAA to Pay Each Other Insurance Claims on Blockchain by 2020 Insurance giants State Farm and USAA are in advanced testing of a blockchain to automate claims processing.

Ethereum Classic May Delay Upcoming Hard Fork ‘Atlantis’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 20:36

Ethereum Classic May Delay Upcoming Hard Fork ‘Atlantis’ Ethereum Classic developer failed to reach consensus today a "final call" to approve, update or reject upcoming system-wide upgrade or hard fork, Atlantis.

Bitcoin’s Price Fades Rally Above $9,000

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 18:38

Bitcoin’s Price Fades Rally Above $9,000 Bitcoin's price pierced $9,000 earlier today for the first time in over a year but quickly retreated to price levels sub $8,600.

Down $500 in Minutes: Bitcoin Rally Stalls As Price Rejected Above $9K

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 18:38

Down $500 in Minutes: Bitcoin Rally Stalls As Price Rejected Above $9K Bitcoin's price pierced $9,000 earlier today for the first time in over a year but quickly retreated to price levels sub $8,600.

Another Aspiring Satoshi Copyrights the Bitcoin Whitepaper

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 30. 17:30

Another Aspiring Satoshi Copyrights the Bitcoin Whitepaper

The cryptocurrency community got riled up recently over Craig Wright’s U.S. copyright registration of the Bitcoin whitepaper and some of the code from the early software. However, on May 24 the U.S. Copyright Office saw a Bitcoin whitepaper registration by a man named Wei Liu, bringing another legal challenger to Wright’s claim of ownership over […]

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‘Everyone Can Be Satoshi’: Wei Liu Breaks Silence on Bid to Contest Craig Wright’s Bitcoin Copyright

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 17:23

‘Everyone Can Be Satoshi’: Wei Liu Breaks Silence on Bid to Contest Craig Wright’s Bitcoin Copyright Crypto trader Wei Liu says he registered a copyright on the Satoshi White Paper to poke fun at what he calls the "cult of CSW."

‘Everyone Can Be Satoshi’: Liu Breaks Silence on Contest of Craig Wright’s Bitcoin Copyright

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 17:23

‘Everyone Can Be Satoshi’: Liu Breaks Silence on Contest of Craig Wright’s Bitcoin Copyright Wei Liu says he registered a copyright on the Satoshi White Paper to show anyone can file for a copyright registration.

Huobi Clamps Down on Crypto Wash Trading After Bitwise Report

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 14:30

Huobi Clamps Down on Crypto Wash Trading After Bitwise Report Huobi said it has taken steps to discourage wash trading in the wake of a report that implied the exchange inflated trading volume.

BCH vs. BTC: Which Offers Greater Privacy?

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 30. 14:01

BCH vs. BTC: Which Offers Greater Privacy?

Do you want every person you ever transact with to know how much is in your wallet and your net worth? Of course not. That’s why you need and want to mix your coins to hide where they came from before you use them. The degree of privacy you can expect by default, however, varies […]

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Binance to Offer Crypto Lending and Borrowing Through Cred Partnership

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 13:30

Binance to Offer Crypto Lending and Borrowing Through Cred Partnership Binance exchange is making cryptocurrency lending and borrowing firm Cred an official partner.

Binance Partners With Crypto Lending and Borrowing Firm Cred

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 13:30

Binance Partners With Crypto Lending and Borrowing Firm Cred Binance exchange is teaming up with Cred to offer cryptocurrency lending and borrowing services across its ecosystem.

Australian Securities Watchdog Updates Guidance on ICOs and Crypto Assets

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 12:45

Australian Securities Watchdog Updates Guidance on ICOs and Crypto Assets ASIC, the Australian securities regulator, has updated its guidance for businesses involved with initial coin offerings and crypto assets.

How to Check Bitcoin Cash Transactions With a Block Explorer

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 30. 11:50

How to Check Bitcoin Cash Transactions With a Block Explorer

A block explorer is a tool that enables cryptocurrency users to search addresses, balances, blocks, and transactions so they can verify all activities on the network. Bitcoin.com offers a BCH explorer, helping you to keep track of your coins. Also Read: Wallet and Card App Crypto.com Adds Bitcoin Cash Support Learn to Use Bitcoin.com’s Block […]

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Bitcoin Remains on Hunt for $9K After Defense of Key Price Support

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 11:25

Bitcoin Remains on Hunt for $9K After Defense of Key Price Support Bitcoin still has potential for a move to $9,000, having established a bullish pattern at key price support in the last 24 hours.

Another Satoshi: Second Copyright Filing Appears for Bitcoin White Paper

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 11:00

Another Satoshi: Second Copyright Filing Appears for Bitcoin White Paper Craig Wright now has a legal rival for claimed authorship of the bitcoin white paper, as a second registration is filed with the U.S. Copyright Office.

Who Is Wei Liu? Second Copyright Filing Appears for Bitcoin White Paper

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 11:00

Who Is Wei Liu? Second Copyright Filing Appears for Bitcoin White Paper Craig Wright now has a legal rival for claimed authorship of the bitcoin white paper, as a second registration is filed with the U.S. Copyright Office.

Three of Ireland’s ‘Big Four’ Banks Using Blockchain to Verify Staff Credentials

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 10:00

Three of Ireland’s ‘Big Four’ Banks Using Blockchain to Verify Staff Credentials Bank of Ireland, AIB and Ulster Bank, are using a Deloitte blockchain system to verify and track employees' credentials.

China Authorities Probe Alleged Illegal Bitcoin Mining Sites at Hydro Plants

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 09:00

China Authorities Probe Alleged Illegal Bitcoin Mining Sites at Hydro Plants Authorities in Sichuan province are reportedly probing into local bitcoin mining farms that may have been constructed without official approval.

New Game From ‘CryptoKitties’ Creator Nets Nearly $200K in First-Week Spending

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 08:00

New Game From ‘CryptoKitties’ Creator Nets Nearly $200K in First-Week Spending "Cheeze Wizards" is the new crypto game from Dapper Labs, and it's already seeing interest from NFT collectors.

New Game From ‘CryptoKitties’ Creator Nets $275K in First-Week Spending

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 08:00

New Game From ‘CryptoKitties’ Creator Nets $275K in First-Week Spending "Cheeze Wizards" is the new crypto game from Dapper Labs, and it's already seeing interest from NFT collectors.

Japan Advances New Crypto Bill, Regulator Explains

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 30. 06:23

Japan Advances New Crypto Bill, Regulator Explains

Japan’s House of Representatives has passed a new cryptocurrency bill with additional requests for the government to incorporate into law. News.Bitcoin.com talked to Japan’s top financial regulator to find out the implications of this bill and the proposed resolution. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Japan’s New Crypto Bill Passes […]

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How MakerDAO Works – The Stablecoin Explainer

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 04:00

How MakerDAO Works – The Stablecoin Explainer The most popular decentralized finance application on ethereum, MakerDAO, was built to keep a stablecoin's price stable. Under the hood, it's quite complex, featuring two separate tokens, a lending system and even a voting process. Here's how it works

How MakerDAO Works: A Video Explainer

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 04:00

How MakerDAO Works: A Video Explainer The most popular decentralized finance application on ethereum, MakerDAO, was built to keep a stablecoin's price stable. Under the hood, it's quite complex, featuring two separate tokens, a lending system and even a voting process. Here's how it works

In First, Tezos Blockchain Activates Upgrade By Token Holder Voting

CoinDesk

2019. May. 30. 01:27

In First, Tezos Blockchain Activates Upgrade By Token Holder Voting Tezos has activated its first ever on-chain upgrade initiated entirely by Tezos bakers during a three months period of both voting and code testing.

Egypt Lifts Ban, Will Allow Licensed Cryptocurrency Companies

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 21:30

Egypt Lifts Ban, Will Allow Licensed Cryptocurrency Companies Egypt is considering legislation that would let the central bank issue licenses for cryptocurrency-related activities.

Associated Press Rules ‘Crypto’ Isn’t a Substitute for ‘Cryptocurrency’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 21:00

Associated Press Rules ‘Crypto’ Isn’t a Substitute for ‘Cryptocurrency’ Cryptocurrency, bitcoin, and ethereum finally make it into the venerable AP Stylebook.

Study: Publicly Listed Chinese Firms Quietly Participate in Bitcoin Mining

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 29. 20:10

Study: Publicly Listed Chinese Firms Quietly Participate in Bitcoin Mining

According to regional reports, a few publicly listed Chinese companies have been secretly mining bitcoin by pretending to provide cloud or web hosting services. Moreover, recent studies have revealed a growing trend of mystery miners processing the BCH and BTC networks at the same time as these firms have been running undercover mining operations in […]

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Telegram-Based Crypto Wallet App Now Allows Fiat Purchases

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 20:00

Telegram-Based Crypto Wallet App Now Allows Fiat Purchases Button Wallet, an app that puts a crypto wallet inside your Telegram account, is adding a fiat on-ramp in a partnership with Wyre.

Scammers Boost BSV Price With Fake Satoshi Confirmation

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 18:00

Scammers Boost BSV Price With Fake Satoshi Confirmation Scammers boosted the price of bitcoin SV with a fake news alert purporting to show BSV's creator is also bitcoin's.

Cloud Giant Salesforce Unveils First Blockchain Product

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 17:01

Cloud Giant Salesforce Unveils First Blockchain Product Salesforce announces its first blockchain partners including Arizona State University. The product will add blockchain to its popular CRM products.

Cloud Giant Salesforce Unveils First Blockchain Product for Business

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 17:01

Cloud Giant Salesforce Unveils First Blockchain Product for Business Salesforce announces its first blockchain partners including Arizona State University. The product will add blockchain to its popular CRM products.

Cashscript Is Coming, Bringing Ethereum-Like Smart Contracts to Bitcoin Cash

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 29. 16:30

Cashscript Is Coming, Bringing Ethereum-Like Smart Contracts to Bitcoin Cash

On May 27, the analytics and data web portal Coin Dance announced the team has added the Cashscript project to the website’s development tracker. Cashscript is a high-level language that enables basic smart contract functionality on the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network. Also Read: Crypto Assets Outshine Most Traditional Investments in 2019 Meet Cashscript: A High-Level […]

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Everything We Know About Facebook’s Cryptocurrency

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 16:00

Everything We Know About Facebook’s Cryptocurrency Here's the complete story (so far) of Facebook's potentially transformative blockchain project.

Project Libra: Everything We Know About Facebook’s Cryptocurrency

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 16:00

Project Libra: Everything We Know About Facebook’s Cryptocurrency Here's the complete story (so far) of Facebook's potentially transformative blockchain project.

US Lawmakers Urge Trump Advisor Larry Kudlow to Promote Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 14:59

US Lawmakers Urge Trump Advisor Larry Kudlow to Promote Blockchain U.S. lawmakers have asked Trump advisor Larry Kudlow to include blockchain on a list of tech initiatives to support.

Share Bitcoin Cash Related Shortlinks Using BCH.gg

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 29. 14:15

Share Bitcoin Cash Related Shortlinks Using BCH.gg

Projects and members of the Bitcoin Cash community often need to share important information with other BCH enthusiasts. If you are involved with the cryptocurrency, there’s a website called BCH.gg you can use to shorten URLs, with each shortlink featuring the BCH name. Also read: How to Easily Convert Funds From BTC to BCH BCH.gg […]

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A UK University Is ‘Fingerprinting’ National Archives With Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 14:00

A UK University Is ‘Fingerprinting’ National Archives With Blockchain A British university and the Open Data Institute have built a blockchain system to secure records of national video archives against tampering.

Bitfury, Tech Firm Mphasis Plan Blockchain Disruption in Trade Finance

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 13:00

Bitfury, Tech Firm Mphasis Plan Blockchain Disruption in Trade Finance Blackstone-owned IT firm Mphasis has partnered with blockchain tech firm Bitfury to automate and tokenize trade finance processes.

Wallet and Card App Crypto.com Adds Bitcoin Cash Support

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 29. 12:01

Wallet and Card App Crypto.com Adds Bitcoin Cash Support

Prepaid, debit and credit cards backed by digital assets are a great way to spend your coins, given that it will take time for retailers to transition to accepting direct cryptocurrency payments. One such card, offered by Crypto.com, has just opened up to bitcoin cash users. Also Read: How to Easily Convert Funds From BTC […]

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Barclays Leads $5.5 Million Round for Blockchain Business Payments Startup

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 12:00

Barclays Leads $5.5 Million Round for Blockchain Business Payments Startup Barclays Bank has jointly led a $5.5 million Series A funding round for blockchain-based B2B payments startup Crowdz.

Bitcoin Price Eyes Longest Monthly Winning Run Since 2017

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 11:00

Bitcoin Price Eyes Longest Monthly Winning Run Since 2017 Bitcoin is on track to register its longest winning streak since August 2017, with four consecutive months of price gains.

Rakuten Brings in Compliance Partner for New Crypto Exchange

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 10:00

Rakuten Brings in Compliance Partner for New Crypto Exchange E-commerce giant Rakuten has partnered with blockchain analytics firm CipherTrace to ensure AML compliance for its soon-to-launch exchange platform.

PR: True Flip’s Pioneering Crypto Lottery Will Acquire a Cross-Platform Jackpot

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 29. 09:30

PR: True Flip’s Pioneering Crypto Lottery Will Acquire a Cross-Platform Jackpot

Massively updated, and keeping its remarkable fairness check feature, Flip’s Star will open up to True Flip’s partner network later this year. Meanwhile the game bolsters the evolving loyalty system at Trueflip.io, the company’s playground.

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Bitbond Plans to Raise $3.9 Million in Germany’s ‘First’ Regulated STO

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 09:00

Bitbond Plans to Raise $3.9 Million in Germany’s ‘First’ Regulated STO Blockchain-based lending platform Bitbond says its security token offering is the first to be approved by a regulator in Germany.

U.K. Exchange Coinfloor Is Getting Paid to Help Crypto Firms Access Banking

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 08:00

U.K. Exchange Coinfloor Is Getting Paid to Help Crypto Firms Access Banking Coinfloor will collect a fee for referring reputable crypto startups to electronic money institution Enumis for bank-like current accounts.

Bitcoin’s ‘Toxic’ Twitter ‘Culture War’ Explained

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 04:00

Bitcoin’s ‘Toxic’ Twitter ‘Culture War’ Explained A flare-up between developers, startup members and other members of the ecyostem around bitcoin raised a range of questions over the weekend.

Bitcoin’s ‘Toxic Culture War’ Explained

CoinDesk

2019. May. 29. 04:00

Bitcoin’s ‘Toxic Culture War’ Explained A flare-up between developers, startup members and other members of the ecyostem around bitcoin raised a range of questions over the weekend.

G20 Countries Start Implementing Unified Cryptocurrency Standards

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 29. 01:55

G20 Countries Start Implementing Unified Cryptocurrency Standards

As the G20 summit approaches, member countries have been discussing how to implement the standards set by intergovernmental organizations such as the Financial Action Task Force. While there may be some challenges in complying with the standards, the European Central Bank says the risks crypto assets pose to the euro area’s financial stability are manageable. […]

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G20 Countries Start Implementing Unified Crypto Standards

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 29. 01:55

G20 Countries Start Implementing Unified Crypto Standards

As the G20 summit approaches, member countries have been discussing how to implement the standards set by intergovernmental organizations such as the Financial Action Task Force. While there may be some challenges in complying with the standards, the European Central Bank says the risks crypto assets pose to the euro area’s financial stability are manageable. […]

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Crypto Assets Outshine Most Traditional Investments in 2019

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 28. 23:30

Crypto Assets Outshine Most Traditional Investments in 2019

Last year, cryptocurrency proponents either complained about the low prices or celebrated the fact they could obtain cheaper coins. 2019 has been an entirely different story, however, as digital assets have started to gain significant value in comparison to traditional assets like stocks, oil, and precious metals. Also Read: US Copyright Office Responds to Craig […]

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MakerDAO Token Holders Approve Another DAI Fee Decrease

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 22:05

MakerDAO Token Holders Approve Another DAI Fee Decrease After nearly two weeks of continuous voting, MakerDAO token holders have officially activated a decrease to DAI stablecoin fees.

MakerDAO Finally Approves DAI Fee Decrease After 11-Day Deliberation

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 22:05

MakerDAO Finally Approves DAI Fee Decrease After 11-Day Deliberation After nearly two weeks of continuous voting, MakerDAO token holders have officially activated a decrease to DAI stablecoin fees.

U.S. Regulators Risk Causing a Brain Drain to Friendlier Crypto Climes

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 28. 21:48

U.S. Regulators Risk Causing a Brain Drain to Friendlier Crypto Climes

Cryptocurrency companies in the United States aren’t happy. Token issuers, exchanges, and VCs are up in arms about vague and contradictory guidance on crypto asset regulation. Should the U.S. fail to revise its financial laws, they warn, there is a risk of top talent making an exodus to friendlier crypto climes. Also read: Countries Suffering […]

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Car-Racing Crypto Collectable Sells For Over $100,000 In ETH

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 20:00

Car-Racing Crypto Collectable Sells For Over $100,000 In ETH Someone paid over $100,000 worth of ether for a virtual Formula 1 racer.

Car-Racing Crypto Collectable Sells For Over $100,000 In WETH

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 20:00

Car-Racing Crypto Collectable Sells For Over $100,000 In WETH Someone paid over $100,000 worth of wrapped ether for a virtual Formula 1 racer.

Car-Racing Crypto Collectable Sells for Over $100,000 In Ether Tokens

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 20:00

Car-Racing Crypto Collectable Sells for Over $100,000 In Ether Tokens Someone paid over $100,000 worth of wrapped ether for a virtual Formula 1 racer.

Tezos Is About to Enact Its First-Ever On-Chain Blockchain Update

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 18:41

Tezos Is About to Enact Its First-Ever On-Chain Blockchain Update For the past three months, users of the Tezos blockchain have been voting on a set of two upgrade proposals. Now, the Tezos blockchain is set to activate its first official system-wide upgrade having completed three separate rounds of voting.

Countries Suffering From Rapid Inflation Show Significant Demand for Cryptos

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 28. 18:05

Countries Suffering From Rapid Inflation Show Significant Demand for Cryptos

Cryptocurrencies have been trending upwards in price over the last few weeks, but in certain countries around the world digital assets have become far more valuable. For instance, in Argentina, the nation’s sovereign currency has lost considerable value and cryptocurrencies like BTC are seeing all-time price highs. The surge in value is not just taking […]

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IBM, Maersk Finally Sign Up 2 Big Carriers for Shipping Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 17:00

IBM, Maersk Finally Sign Up 2 Big Carriers for Shipping Blockchain IBM and Maersk's shipping blockchain has finally recruited two major marine cargo carriers after early efforts floundered.

Kik is Crowdfunding $5 Million in Crypto to Help Fight SEC

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 14:11

Kik is Crowdfunding $5 Million in Crypto to Help Fight SEC Messaging app firm Kik has launched a crypto crowdfunding campaign to support a likely court battle with the U.S. SEC over its ICO token, kin.

IBM Blockchain Finance Lead Jesse Lund Is Leaving the Firm

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 13:30

IBM Blockchain Finance Lead Jesse Lund Is Leaving the Firm Jesse Lund, IBM’s global head of blockchain for financial services, is no longer working for the company.

BitGo Co-Founder and Facebook Alum Joins Blockchain Capital

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 13:00

BitGo Co-Founder and Facebook Alum Joins Blockchain Capital Crypto entrepreneur and investor Ben Davenport is joining Blockchain Capital as a venture partner.

Korean Government Plans Action Over Risks of Resurgent Crypto Market

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 12:15

Korean Government Plans Action Over Risks of Resurgent Crypto Market With the price of bitcoin surging, the South Korean government has held an inter-agency emergency meeting over the risk for investors.

How to Easily Convert Funds From BTC to BCH

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 28. 12:10

How to Easily Convert Funds From BTC to BCH

Converting funds from one cryptocurrency to another using an exchange can be costly and time consuming, especially if you don’t already have a verified account at one. Luckily there are much faster and convenient ways, such as switching from BTC to BCH right inside the Bitcoin.com Wallet app. Also Read: How to Create a Bitcoin […]

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Another Crypto Billionaire Signs Gates, Buffet-Founded ‘Giving Pledge’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 12:00

Another Crypto Billionaire Signs Gates, Buffet-Founded ‘Giving Pledge’ Ben Delo, billionaire co-founder of crypto derivatives exchange BitMEX, has pledged to donate much of his wealth to global challenges.

Bitcoin Price Raises Bull Flag in Preparation for Possible Move Higher

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 11:00

Bitcoin Price Raises Bull Flag in Preparation for Possible Move Higher Bitcoin has formed a technical pattern called a “bull flag” on the hourly chart – a pause that often refreshes higher.

South Korea’s Shinhan Bank Turns to Blockchain to Speed Up Loan Issuance

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 10:00

South Korea’s Shinhan Bank Turns to Blockchain to Speed Up Loan Issuance Shinhan, one of the oldest and largest banks in South Korea, is using blockchain technology to speed up the approval process for loan products. 

ECB Official Says Wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency a ‘Viable Option’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 09:00

ECB Official Says Wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency a ‘Viable Option’ A European Central Bank council member has come out generally in favor of wholesale central bank digital currencies.

JPMorgan Adds New Privacy Features to Its Ethereum-Based Quorum Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 08:00

JPMorgan Adds New Privacy Features to Its Ethereum-Based Quorum Blockchain JPMorgan has developed a new privacy feature for ethereum-based blockchains that hides both the sender and the amount in a transaction.

JPMorgan Adds Privacy Features to Ethereum-Based Quorum Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 28. 08:00

JPMorgan Adds Privacy Features to Ethereum-Based Quorum Blockchain JPMorgan has developed a new privacy feature for ethereum-based blockchains that hides both the sender and the amount in a transaction.

Bitcoin.com’s Local Bitcoin Cash Marketplace Gathers Thousands of Pre-Launch Signups

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 27. 21:50

Bitcoin.com’s Local Bitcoin Cash Marketplace Gathers Thousands of Pre-Launch Signups

On June 4, Bitcoin.com is gearing up to launch our peer-to-peer trading platform Local.Bitcoin.com. After the exchange was announced, the public were invited to create their accounts and place orders. So far the exchange has seen a huge swarm of interest, with over 4,500 signups to date. Also read: Bitcoin.com Celebrates 4 Million Wallets Created […]

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Honest Nodes Spoiling a Theft Attempt Is Not a 51% Attack, BCH Devs Detail

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 27. 19:30

Honest Nodes Spoiling a Theft Attempt Is Not a 51% Attack, BCH Devs Detail

A number of Bitcoin Cash detractors and media publications have recently been spreading a false narrative that the BCH network was ‘51% attacked.’ In reality, however, honest nodes used their hashrate to stave off attacker nodes that were attempting to steal funds on the network. Also Read: Massive Growth by P2P Exchange and AT&T Accepting […]

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PR: BitcoinHD Launches New POC Consensus

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 27. 17:30

PR: BitcoinHD Launches New POC Consensus

One of the most influential blockchain conferences – Consensus 2019 – has just ended. Leading figures from all over the worlds of business and technology are still discussing the stories that emerged during the event, on the blockchain market, tech development and more.

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Researcher Discovers Serious Vulnerability in Paper Crypto Wallet Site

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 17:00

Researcher Discovers Serious Vulnerability in Paper Crypto Wallet Site If you have cryptocurrency in a paper wallet from WalletGenerator.net you'd best pull it off.

0x Teams With StarkWare to Bring Speed to Decentralized Exchanges

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 16:00

0x Teams With StarkWare to Bring Speed to Decentralized Exchanges Decentralized exchanges that rely on ethereum could get a huge scalability boost, thanks to a new offering from StarkWare and 0x.

Golden Crossover: XRP Heads for Bullish Chart Pattern as Price Climbs 27%

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 15:30

Golden Crossover: XRP Heads for Bullish Chart Pattern as Price Climbs 27% XRP is teasing a long-term bullish reversal, with 27% gains and a bullish golden cross pattern likely to occur next week.

Vroom! F1 Racing Game Offers First Crypto Collectable

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 15:10

Vroom! F1 Racing Game Offers First Crypto Collectable F1 Delta Time, a blockchain-based racing game, is offering its first crypto collectable – a unique racecar called 1-1-1.

Yahoo Japan-Backed Crypto Exchange Taotao Launches This Week

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 14:20

Yahoo Japan-Backed Crypto Exchange Taotao Launches This Week A new crypto exchange platform in which Yahoo Japan owns a major stake is about to launch after over a year in development.

Want to Know Your Wine Is Genuine? EY Has Built a Blockchain for That

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 13:30

Want to Know Your Wine Is Genuine? EY Has Built a Blockchain for That “Big Four” firm EY has built a blockchain platform for a firm that will help consumers determine wines' quality, provenance and authenticity.

How to Create a Bitcoin Cash Treasure Hunt

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 27. 13:30

How to Create a Bitcoin Cash Treasure Hunt

Creating a treasure hunt is a great way to introduce newcomers to the concept of cryptocurrency and to its actual application. It will teach them some of the basics like how a wallet works and give the finders their first few coins. Also Read: Massive Growth by P2P Exchange and AT&T Accepting BCH in the […]

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ConsenSys Launches ‘Jobs Kit’ to Help Devs Enter the Blockchain Industry

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 12:00

ConsenSys Launches ‘Jobs Kit’ to Help Devs Enter the Blockchain Industry Ethereum development studio ConsenSys has launched a blockchain “job kit” to guide developers wishing to enter the growing blockchain space.

Bitcoin Price Backs Off 12 Month Highs, But Bias Remains Bullish

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 11:00

Bitcoin Price Backs Off 12 Month Highs, But Bias Remains Bullish Bitcoin has retreated from 12-month highs over $8,900 hit earlier today, but prices are holding well above key support at $8,390.

Hacked Crypto Exchange Cryptopia Files for US Bankruptcy Protection

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 10:00

Hacked Crypto Exchange Cryptopia Files for US Bankruptcy Protection Cryptopia has filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S. seeking to preserve vital user data held on servers in Arizona

Public Perceptions of the Bitcoin Spot Market Are Wrong, Says Bitwise

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 09:00

Public Perceptions of the Bitcoin Spot Market Are Wrong, Says Bitwise Today's bitcoin spot market is “significantly" smaller and more efficient than is generally perceived, argues a Bitwise Asset Management paper.

China Releases New Crypto Rankings

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 27. 08:56

China Releases New Crypto Rankings

China’s Center for Information and Industry Development has released its latest rankings of 35 crypto projects that were evaluated over the past two months. While several top positions remain unchanged, Bitcoin has climbed up the overall ranking. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request New Rankings From China The Center for […]

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The Cat-and-Mouse Game of Crypto Regulation Enters a New Phase

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 08:00

The Cat-and-Mouse Game of Crypto Regulation Enters a New Phase The cat-and-mouse game between regulators and crypto developers could spur a new era of innovation around the technology, writes Michael J. Casey.

How Crypto-Based Microfinance Benefits Small Businesses

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 27. 05:25

How Crypto-Based Microfinance Benefits Small Businesses

Starting your own business isn’t easy given the reluctance of banks to grant credit. Gone are the days when a compelling business plan would be enough to have the branch manager shaking your hand and bankrolling your venture. For entrepreneurs in developing nations, where even obtaining a bank account can prove challenging, getting their idea […]

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Bitcoin Cash Privacy Has Improved in Leaps and Bounds

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 27. 02:20

Bitcoin Cash Privacy Has Improved in Leaps and Bounds

Over the last few years, privacy has become of great importance to digital asset enthusiasts as law enforcement has cracked down on money transmitters, seized coin shuffling services, and blockchain analysis has increased significantly. To thwart this, some bitcoiners have turned to mixing applications that utilize the Coinjoin protocol and other methods of obfuscation. However, […]

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Bitcoin Hits New 2019 High Above $8,900

CoinDesk

2019. May. 27. 01:08

Bitcoin Hits New 2019 High Above $8,900 Bitcoin's price has once again set a new high for 2019 after breaking out from a bullish pattern on the daily chart, reaching as high as $8,905.

Massive Growth by P2P Exchange and AT&T Accepting BCH in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 26. 18:46

Massive Growth by P2P Exchange and AT&T Accepting BCH in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com

An upcoming peer-to-peer (P2P) exchange sees massive growth and U.S. telecom giant AT&T now accepts BCH payments. Watch these and other developments discussed in this week’s video update on Bitcoin.com’s Youtube channel. Also Read: How to Easily Find a Bitcoin Cash ATM Near You Massive Growth by P2P Exchange in Bitcoin.com’s Weekly Update This week’s […]

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Buysellhodl Aggregates Price Predictions From Traders Like You

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 26. 15:35

Buysellhodl Aggregates Price Predictions From Traders Like You

Any transitional period is characterized with uncertainty and crypto investors would appreciate to have some clues as to where the markets are going from here. Often the expectations of other traders are the best indicator. Buysellhodl is a platform that can give you predictions based on the opinions of people like you. Also read: Determine […]

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What Will It Take to Regulate Crypto Exchanges?

CoinDesk

2019. May. 26. 11:45

What Will It Take to Regulate Crypto Exchanges? Regulation is needed to maintain neutrality among exchanges, but it might not be around the corner, argues Konstantinos Stylianou.

Beacon Chain Contracts: A New Way to Deploy Dapps on Ethereum 2.0

CoinDesk

2019. May. 26. 11:00

Beacon Chain Contracts: A New Way to Deploy Dapps on Ethereum 2.0 A new proposal by founder of ethereum Vitalik Buterin suggests a new paradigm for decentralized application deployment on ethereum 2.0.

Bogota’s EXMA 2019 Will Feature Bitcoin Cash Payments at Home Burgers

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 25. 23:50

Bogota’s EXMA 2019 Will Feature Bitcoin Cash Payments at Home Burgers

At this year’s EXMA conference in Bogota on May 27-28, attendees will find that payment processor Pagos Inteligentes will allow bitcoin cash (BCH) payments at Home Burgers inside the Movistar Arena. The EXMA event is one of the biggest entrepreneurship conferences in Latin America and Pagos Inteligentes alongside its partner Xpay hopes to show EXMA […]

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These Tourist Destinations Welcome Bitcoin Cash Enthusiasts

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 25. 21:40

These Tourist Destinations Welcome Bitcoin Cash Enthusiasts

Spending during the holiday season should be easy but borders, physical and financial, often complicate matters. A world currency that can travel with you and is widely accepted sounds like a good idea. Among cryptocurrencies, bitcoin cash is an ideal candidate, with its low fees and instant transactions. New opportunities to spend, buy and sell […]

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Bitcoin.com Launches Free Bitcoin Cash Register Platform for iOS Devices

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 25. 17:50

Bitcoin.com Launches Free Bitcoin Cash Register Platform for iOS Devices

About a month ago, Bitcoin.com launched its free point-of-sale solution, Bitcoin Cash Register, for Android operating systems. This week our developers have released Bitcoin Cash Register for iOS mobile phones allowing any merchant with an Apple device to accept bitcoin cash payments. Also read: How to Use Bitcoin.com’s New Point-of-Sale Solution — Bitcoin Cash Merchant […]

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Facebook Globalcoin: Bitcoin Killer or Bitcoin Multiplier?

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 25. 14:42

Facebook Globalcoin: Bitcoin Killer or Bitcoin Multiplier?

It may sound like a 2014-era shitcoin, but Globalcoin is this year’s most anticipated new digital asset. It doesn’t matter that it’s not decentralized, not permissionless, and not even crypto. The only question that really matters is what does Facebook’s currency spell for bitcoin? Will it steal its thunder or accelerate bitcoin adoption? Also read: […]

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Facebook Globalcoin: Killer or Multiplier?

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 25. 14:42

Facebook Globalcoin: Killer or Multiplier?

It may sound like a 2014-era shitcoin, but Globalcoin is this year’s most anticipated new digital asset. It doesn’t matter that it’s not decentralized, not permissionless, and not even crypto. The only question that really matters is what does Facebook’s currency spell for bitcoin? Will it steal its thunder or accelerate adoption? Also read: Traders […]

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Determine Which Coins Can Bring You Profit With RSI Hunter

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 25. 11:45

Determine Which Coins Can Bring You Profit With RSI Hunter

Crypto markets, regardless of their bearish or bullish incline, offer plenty of opportunities to profit from trading. To take advantage of them, you need access to reliable market data and useful indicators. RSI Hunter is a platform that can help you to identify coins that have potential for growth based on their current market positions. […]

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The Real Discussion About Ethereum’s Next Hard Fork Is About to Begin

CoinDesk

2019. May. 25. 10:30

The Real Discussion About Ethereum’s Next Hard Fork Is About to Begin Ethereum core developers have discussed a list of 29 proposed code changes to be included in ethereum's next system-wide upgrade, Istanbul.

Crypto Funds, Lending and Market Manipulation

CoinDesk

2019. May. 25. 09:40

Crypto Funds, Lending and Market Manipulation The growing practice of asset lending by crypto hedge funds could add systemic risk to the sector if we are not vigilant, argues Noelle Acheson.

Traders Are Now Banned From Using Localbitcoins Exchange in Iran

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 24. 21:45

Traders Are Now Banned From Using Localbitcoins Exchange in Iran

Traders from Iran have been banned from using the peer-to-peer trading platform Localbitcoins.com within the country. The Iranian section of the website displays a short message that states that the exchange is “currently not available.” The news follows significant Iranian rial trade volume on the Localbitcoins platform, which has been climbing steadily over the last […]

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Bitcoin Cash Miners Undo Attacker’s Transactions With ‘51% Attack’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 21:17

Bitcoin Cash Miners Undo Attacker’s Transactions With ‘51% Attack’ Two mining pools recently carried out a 51 percent attack on the bitcoin cash blockchain.

Swiss Telecom Company Is Bringing Crypto Collectables to TV

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 20:30

Swiss Telecom Company Is Bringing Crypto Collectables to TV Now Swiss TV watchers can own a unique piece of digital art.

Lightning App for Sending Bitcoin Tips on Twitter Is Now Easier to Use

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 17:20

Lightning App for Sending Bitcoin Tips on Twitter Is Now Easier to Use An app that lets you send lightning tips via Twitter just got a 1.0 software release with a set of new features.

Hackers Have Looted More Bitcoin Than Satoshi’s Entire Stash

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 24. 15:13

Hackers Have Looted More Bitcoin Than Satoshi’s Entire Stash

Ever since cryptocurrencies started gaining value, hackers have targeted exchanges that provide digital asset trading and malicious entities have siphoned billions of dollars worth of bitcoin since 2010. So far, over 1 million of the world’s BTC has been stolen from exchanges and traders continue to leave vast quantities of funds on centralized trading platforms. […]

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Montana Passes Bill to Exempt Utility Tokens From Securities Laws

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 14:30

Montana Passes Bill to Exempt Utility Tokens From Securities Laws "Big Sky Country" has gone crypto friendly, with new legislation exempting utility tokens from securities laws.

Crypto Exchange Binance Confirms Margin Trading Coming ‘Soon’: Report

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 13:00

Crypto Exchange Binance Confirms Margin Trading Coming ‘Soon’: Report Binance has told TechCrunch it's launching margin trading "soon," after the crypto exchange accidentally revealed the service in a tweeted image.

Blockstream’s Samson Mow Is Launching a Space Alien Gaming Token on Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 12:00

Blockstream’s Samson Mow Is Launching a Space Alien Gaming Token on Bitcoin Bitcoin... in space? A company led by Blockstream CSO Samson Mow is looking to bridge the worlds of crypto and online gaming.

Long-Term Bitcoin Price Indicator Rises for First Time in a Year

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 11:00

Long-Term Bitcoin Price Indicator Rises for First Time in a Year Bitcoin has moved back above $8,000 as a widely followed long-term indicator turns bullish for the first time in over a year. 

3commas Helps You Balance Your Crypto Portfolio

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 24. 10:10

3commas Helps You Balance Your Crypto Portfolio

Hodling or liquidating your crypto assets are two extremes that are not the best investment strategies in most cases. 3commas is a platform that allows you to constantly rebalance your portfolio in order to limit losses and maximize profit. Also read: How to Easily Find a Bitcoin Cash ATM Near You Trade on Major Exchanges […]

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Hollywood Producer Raises $100 Million for Media-Focused Security Token

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 10:00

Hollywood Producer Raises $100 Million for Media-Focused Security Token Proxima Media, a firm founded by film producer Ryan Kavanaugh, has raised $100 million for a token that allows investment in film, TV and music.

PR: Tronipay Launches Cross Border eCommerce Solution

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 24. 09:30

PR: Tronipay Launches Cross Border eCommerce Solution

The high growth of the market has created new opportunities and attracted talented entrepreneurs to come up with novel business models using the blockchain technology, this is the example of Tronipay, a Fintech payment company that specializes in online monetization solutions, online payments, merchants service, and e-wallet.

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Security Token Platform iSTOX Admitted to Central Bank Sandbox

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 09:00

Security Token Platform iSTOX Admitted to Central Bank Sandbox iSTOX, a Singapore Exchange-backed security token platform, has joined a regulatory sandbox set up by Singapore's central bank.

LocalBitcoins Bans Bitcoin Buying in Iran in Blow to Rising Crypto Commerce

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 08:00

LocalBitcoins Bans Bitcoin Buying in Iran in Blow to Rising Crypto Commerce Another crypto buying and selling service has banned Iranian users, pushing them toward anonymous decentralized exchanges.

Supreme Court Advocate Suggests How to Regulate Cryptocurrency in India

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 24. 04:45

Supreme Court Advocate Suggests How to Regulate Cryptocurrency in India

An Indian supreme court advocate has shared some thoughts on the kind of cryptocurrency regulation India can benefit from. The right regulatory framework “would ensure transparency, oversight and accountability,” but a “one size fits all” regulation would be a mistake, she explains. Meanwhile, the Indian crypto community and industry bodies have urged the central bank […]

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Supreme Court Advocate Suggests How to Regulate Crypto in India

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 24. 04:45

Supreme Court Advocate Suggests How to Regulate Crypto in India

An Indian supreme court advocate has shared some thoughts on the kind of cryptocurrency regulation India can benefit from. The right regulatory framework “would ensure transparency, oversight and accountability,” but a “one size fits all” regulation would be a mistake, she explains. Meanwhile, the Indian crypto community and industry bodies have urged the central bank […]

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Facebook to Roll Out ‘GlobalCoin’ Cryptocurrency in 2020, Report Says

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 03:31

Facebook to Roll Out ‘GlobalCoin’ Cryptocurrency in 2020, Report Says Social media giant Facebook is set to roll out its own cryptocurrency – internally called 'GlobalCoin' – in 2020, according to a report from BBC.

Facebook to Roll Out ‘GlobalCoin’ Cryptocurrency in 2020: Report

CoinDesk

2019. May. 24. 03:31

Facebook to Roll Out ‘GlobalCoin’ Cryptocurrency in 2020: Report Social media giant Facebook is set to roll out its own cryptocurrency – internally called 'GlobalCoin' – in 2020, according to a report from BBC.

Telecom Giant AT&T Now Accepts Bitcoin Payments

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 23. 23:45

Telecom Giant AT&T Now Accepts Bitcoin Payments

On May 23, telecom giant AT&T announced that customers can now pay their bills through Bitpay. The firm has become the first major U.S. mobile and landline carrier to accept BCH and BTC for payments. Also Read: US Copyright Office Responds to Craig Wright’s Bitcoin Registrations AT&T Now Accepts Crypto Payments American multinational telecom conglomerate […]

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Telecom Giant AT&T Now Accepts Bitcoin Cash Payments

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 23. 23:45

Telecom Giant AT&T Now Accepts Bitcoin Cash Payments

On May 23, telecom giant AT&T announced that customers can now pay their bills through Bitpay. The firm has become the first major U.S. mobile and landline carrier to accept BCH and BTC for payments. Also Read: US Copyright Office Responds to Craig Wright’s Bitcoin Registrations AT&T Now Accepts Crypto Payments American multinational telecom conglomerate […]

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Ethereum Investment Vehicle Approved for Small Investors

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 20:00

Ethereum Investment Vehicle Approved for Small Investors FINRA has approved Grayscale Investments' ethereum trust shares for sale to mom-and-pop investors.

Coinbase Opens DAI Stablecoin Trading to Retail Customers

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 18:25

Coinbase Opens DAI Stablecoin Trading to Retail Customers Coinbase will now let its retail customers buy or trade the DAI stablecoin, so long as they don't live in New York.

The Cryptocurrency Market Has Become a Casino

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 23. 17:16

The Cryptocurrency Market Has Become a Casino

Crypto trading has always entailed a blend of skill and good fortune, but in the frothy markets of 2019, that weighting is skewed heavily in favor of the latter. Fundamentals go out the window when there’s a surety that the latest token is going to pump at any moment. For traders with a low timeframe […]

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AT&T Teams With BitPay to Accept Bill Payments in Crypto

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 17:11

AT&T Teams With BitPay to Accept Bill Payments in Crypto You can now pay your AT&T bill with crypto.

Coinbase’s Merchant App Hits $50 Million in Volume Since 2018 Launch

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 17:00

Coinbase’s Merchant App Hits $50 Million in Volume Since 2018 Launch Coinbase Commerce – the exchange unicorn's app for online retailers – hit a milestone after seeing an uptick in volume in Q2 2019.

SEC Sues Alleged $26 Million ‘Crypto’ Ponzi Scheme Operator

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 16:50

SEC Sues Alleged $26 Million ‘Crypto’ Ponzi Scheme Operator The SEC has accused Daniel Pacheco of running a $26 million Ponzi scheme disguised as a cryptocurrency.

Vitalik Proposes Mixer to Anonymize ‘One-Off’ Ethereum Transactions

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 16:45

Vitalik Proposes Mixer to Anonymize ‘One-Off’ Ethereum Transactions Founder of ethereum Vitalik Buterin proposed Wednesday a "simple" design to enhance privacy features on the ethereum blockchain.

Robinhood Opens Trading for 7 Cryptocurrencies in New York

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 15:45

Robinhood Opens Trading for 7 Cryptocurrencies in New York Five months after receiving a BitLicense, Robinhood is now offering ethereum and bitcoin trading in New York State.

Russian Central Bank to Consider Gold-Backed Cryptocurrency

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 14:30

Russian Central Bank to Consider Gold-Backed Cryptocurrency The Bank of Russia will consider the use of a gold-backed cryptocurrency to facilitate international settlements, according to its governor.

Markets Update: Bulls Show Signs of Exhaustion as Crypto Prices Taper

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 23. 13:40

Markets Update: Bulls Show Signs of Exhaustion as Crypto Prices Taper

Cryptocurrency prices have dipped slightly since our last markets update as most digital assets are down between 2-7% over the last 24 hours. Today, on May 23, the market capitalization of the entire cryptoconomy is around $237 billion and the daily global trade volume is roughly $77 billion. Also Read: US Copyright Office Responds to […]

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Japan Scrutinizing Crypto Exchanges Ahead of G20 Summit

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 13:30

Japan Scrutinizing Crypto Exchanges Ahead of G20 Summit Japan’s financial watchdog is said to be inspecting crypto exchanges over anti-money laundering measures ahead of June's G20 meeting.

Decentralized Domain Registry Raises $4 Million From Draper, Boost VC

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 13:00

Decentralized Domain Registry Raises $4 Million From Draper, Boost VC Unstoppable Domains says its decentralized registry can create a censorship-resistant internet, and big investors are backing the idea.

DeFi Pioneer Compound Partners With Coinbase Wallet, Zerion for V2 Launch

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 13:00

DeFi Pioneer Compound Partners With Coinbase Wallet, Zerion for V2 Launch For its Version 2 launch, crypto interest app Compound has partnerships with Coinbase Wallet, Zerion and a bridge to fellow DeFi leader Uniswap.

Rep. Eric Swalwell Is Accepting Crypto Donations in Bid for US Presidency

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 12:00

Rep. Eric Swalwell Is Accepting Crypto Donations in Bid for US Presidency Rep. Eric Swalwell is accepting donations in six cryptocurrencies to support his bid for the U.S. presidency in 2020.

Price Dip Leaves Bitcoin Exposed to $7.2K Support

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 11:00

Price Dip Leaves Bitcoin Exposed to $7.2K Support Bitcoin dived out of a narrowing price range on Wednesday, opening the doors for a deeper drop to $7,200.

How to Easily Find a Bitcoin Cash ATM Near You

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 23. 10:40

How to Easily Find a Bitcoin Cash ATM Near You

Cryptocurrency ATMs are a convenient way to get your hands on digital assets without opening an account with an exchange. Here’s how to easily find an ATM supporting bitcoin cash (BCH) transactions near you, wherever you are in the world. Also Read: How to Buy Pizza With Bitcoin Cash Put BCH ATMs on Your Radar […]

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Swiss Watchmaker Franck Muller Launches ‘Functional’ Bitcoin Timepiece

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 10:15

Swiss Watchmaker Franck Muller Launches ‘Functional’ Bitcoin Timepiece Swiss luxury watchmaker Franck Muller has launched a limited-edition bitcoin timepiece dubbed “Encrypto” that comes with a cold wallet.

Coinstar Expands Bitcoin Buying Service to Cover 21 US States

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 09:00

Coinstar Expands Bitcoin Buying Service to Cover 21 US States Kiosk network Coinstar has expanded its bitcoin-buying service, adding around 100 new outlets and growing U.S. coverage to 21 states.

State Street’s Blockchain Lead Departs to Build Data Privacy Startup

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 08:00

State Street’s Blockchain Lead Departs to Build Data Privacy Startup Moiz Kohari, State Street's global chief technology architect, has left to build a new data privacy startup.

Zuckbucks or Bust: How SEC Rulemaking Hurts Startup Cryptos and Favors Big Tech

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 23. 07:44

Zuckbucks or Bust: How SEC Rulemaking Hurts Startup Cryptos and Favors Big Tech

SEC guidance has created a more attractive environment for regulated tech firms like Facebook to offer proprietary cryptoassets integrated into their existing products that can be legally traded on existing crypto-exchanges as non-securities. Meanwhile, the SEC has targeted startup cryptos for increased scrutiny. Also Read: SEC Commissioner Says Time Is Right for Bitcoin ETFs — […]

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US Copyright Office Responds to Craig Wright’s Bitcoin Registrations

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 23. 04:55

US Copyright Office Responds to Craig Wright’s Bitcoin Registrations

On May 21, 2019, a press release was sent to a variety of publications that said Craig Wright was granted two U.S. copyrights for the original Bitcoin white paper and version 0.1 of the cryptocurrency’s code. Meanwhile, the U.S. Copyright Office specifically addressed the matter in a press release which emphasized the agency “does not […]

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Binance CEO CZ Is Suing VC Giant Sequoia for Reputational Damages

CoinDesk

2019. May. 23. 02:40

Binance CEO CZ Is Suing VC Giant Sequoia for Reputational Damages Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao is taking Sequoia Capital back to court, claiming the VC firm hurt his reputation.

Switzerland’s SIX Stock Exchange Is Working on a Swiss Franc Stablecoin

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 20:15

Switzerland’s SIX Stock Exchange Is Working on a Swiss Franc Stablecoin SIX, the Swiss national stock exchange group, is working on creating its own stablecoin pegged to the Swiss franc.

The Consensus 2019 Keynote Videos Are Now Live

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 18:45

The Consensus 2019 Keynote Videos Are Now Live Watch nearly every Consensus 2019 talk on CoinDesk right now.

The Consensus 2019 Videos Are Live

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 18:45

The Consensus 2019 Videos Are Live Watch nearly every Consensus 2019 talk on CoinDesk right now.

US Copyright Office Says It Does Not ‘Recognize’ Craig Wright as Satoshi

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 18:30

US Copyright Office Says It Does Not ‘Recognize’ Craig Wright as Satoshi No, the U.S. government didn't officially recognize Craig Wright as Satoshi.

EU Authorities Shutdown On Bitcoin Transaction Mixer

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 18:00

EU Authorities Shutdown On Bitcoin Transaction Mixer A bitcoin transaction mixer has been seized and shut down by authorities in the European Union.

EU Authorities Shut Down Bitcoin Transaction Mixer

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 18:00

EU Authorities Shut Down Bitcoin Transaction Mixer A bitcoin transaction mixer has been seized and shut down by authorities in the European Union.

Coinbase Now Lets Merchants Accept Payments in the USDC Stablecoin

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 15:01

Coinbase Now Lets Merchants Accept Payments in the USDC Stablecoin Coinbase Commerce, the crypto exchange's merchants payments offering, has added support for dollar-pegged stablecoin USD Coin.

Coinbase Now Lets Merchants Accept Payments in USDC Stablecoin

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 15:01

Coinbase Now Lets Merchants Accept Payments in USDC Stablecoin Coinbase Commerce, the crypto exchange's merchants payments offering, has added support for dollar-pegged stablecoin USD Coin.

Collapsed Cryptopia Founder Wants You to Put Funds on His New Exchange

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 13:52

Collapsed Cryptopia Founder Wants You to Put Funds on His New Exchange Adam Clark, creator of the now-defunct Cryptopia, is trying again with a new exchange. Details are slim.

Bitcoin Remains On the Defensive With Price Below $8K

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 13:15

Bitcoin Remains On the Defensive With Price Below $8K Bitcoin is teasing a downside break of its recent trading range, having again faced rejection above $8,000 today.

‘Fortnite’ Maker Teams Up With Crypto’s Steam Competitor to Boost Game Development

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 13:00

‘Fortnite’ Maker Teams Up With Crypto’s Steam Competitor to Boost Game Development The Abyss, a gaming platform built on crypto, is teaming up with "Fortnite" creator Epic Games in a bid to incentivize developers.

Israeli Court Rules Bitcoin Is an Asset in Feud Over Tax Payment

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 12:15

Israeli Court Rules Bitcoin Is an Asset in Feud Over Tax Payment An Israeli court has ruled against an investor in declaring bitcoin is an asset and not a currency, and thus subject to capital gains tax.

Russia’s Central Depository to Launch Security Token Blockchain Next Month

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 11:10

Russia’s Central Depository to Launch Security Token Blockchain Next Month Russia’s National Settlement Depository will launch its long-awaited digital asset ledger next month – 5,000 kilometers away from its Moscow HQ.

How to Buy Pizza With Bitcoin Cash

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 22. 10:58

How to Buy Pizza With Bitcoin Cash

Every year on May 22, the cryptocurrency community marks this day in 2010 when Laszlo Hanyecz purchased two pizzas for 10,000 bitcoins. To help you celebrate Pizza Day, here are a variety of options to buy to pizza with bitcoin cash (BCH) in different countries around the world. Also Read: How to Check Median BTC […]

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Crypto Lending Startup BlockFi Slashing Interest Rates on Ether Deposits

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 10:00

Crypto Lending Startup BlockFi Slashing Interest Rates on Ether Deposits BlockFi is almost halving the interest rate it offers on ether deposits from June 1, while the rate on larger bitcoin deposits will go up slightly.

Firefox Browser Adds Option to Automatically Block Crypto Mining Scripts

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 09:00

Firefox Browser Adds Option to Automatically Block Crypto Mining Scripts Mozilla has released an update for its Firefox browser which includes an option to block cryptocurrency mining scripts on websites.

Traders Accused of Illegally Collecting $56 Million in Bitcoin for Loan Scheme

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 08:05

Traders Accused of Illegally Collecting $56 Million in Bitcoin for Loan Scheme Two OTC traders in China have been accused of illegally soliciting over 7,000 bitcoin in deposits for a supposed loan offering.

Israeli Court Rules Bitcoin Is an Asset

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 22. 07:14

Israeli Court Rules Bitcoin Is an Asset

An Israeli court has ruled that bitcoin is an asset, confirming the central bank’s stance. The case involves the country’s tax authority and the founder of a blockchain startup who argues that profits from the sale of cryptocurrency should be tax-free. The court has ruled in favor of the tax authority, endorsing the central bank’s […]

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$71 Million: Galaxy Digital Sells Stake in EOS Blockchain Maker Block.One

CoinDesk

2019. May. 22. 03:26

$71 Million: Galaxy Digital Sells Stake in EOS Blockchain Maker Block.One Galaxy Digital, the crypto bank founded by Michael Novogratz, has sold its position in Block.one, the maker of the EOS blockchain, for $71 million.

$19 Million: Ethereum Foundation to Fund Work on 2.0 Upgrade, Plasma and More

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 20:07

$19 Million: Ethereum Foundation to Fund Work on 2.0 Upgrade, Plasma and More The Ethereum Foundation issued a blog post today outlining how an estimated $30 million would be spent to further develop the ethereum ecosystem.

Bitfinex Argues Why Judge Should Dismiss NYAG Case in Latest Court Filings

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 19:49

Bitfinex Argues Why Judge Should Dismiss NYAG Case in Latest Court Filings Bitfinex and Tether asked a judge to dismiss the New York Attorney General's case against the firms, claiming they have no customers in the state.

At Blockchain Week, Maturity Is the Motto as Ethereum Organizations Push Toward 2.0 Upgrade

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 19:24

At Blockchain Week, Maturity Is the Motto as Ethereum Organizations Push Toward 2.0 Upgrade Improved relations between the Ethereum Foundation and ConsenSys point to a governance shift that could have major implications for the network's goals.

Crypto Startup Circle Lays Off 30 Employees Citing Market, Regulatory Conditions

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 18:55

Crypto Startup Circle Lays Off 30 Employees Citing Market, Regulatory Conditions Circle is laying off roughly 30 people, CoinDesk has learned.

Crypto Startup Circle Cuts 30 Employees Citing Market, Regulatory Conditions

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 18:55

Crypto Startup Circle Cuts 30 Employees Citing Market, Regulatory Conditions Circle is laying off roughly 30 people, CoinDesk has learned.

Elipay Celebrates the First of 100s of Crypto-Accepting Merchants in Croatia

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 21. 18:37

Elipay Celebrates the First of 100s of Crypto-Accepting Merchants in Croatia

On May 20, Eligma showed off its Elipay service, a crypto payment processing system that allows people to pay for products and services with cryptocurrencies at over 300 retailers in the region. The grand opening of Elipay’s Croatian launch started with the first transaction made by Bitcoin.com’s CEO, Roger Ver, at the five-star Navis Design […]

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Dutch Man Arrested Over $2.2 Million Bitcoin Mining Fraud

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 17:30

Dutch Man Arrested Over $2.2 Million Bitcoin Mining Fraud A man has been arrested in the Netherlands for allegedly scamming investors out of over $2.2 million in a fake bitcoin mining scheme.

Craig Wright Is Playing Three-Dimensional Checkers

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 16:00

Craig Wright Is Playing Three-Dimensional Checkers Craig Wrights efforts to copyright the Bitcoin archives are genius in a very special way.

IRS Plans to Issue Guidance on Virtual Currency Taxation

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 21. 15:20

IRS Plans to Issue Guidance on Virtual Currency Taxation

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) commissioner Charles Rettig has explained to U.S. representatives that the tax department plans to issue clearer guidance toward cryptocurrency taxation soon. Since 2014, Americans have been asking the tax agency for better clarification in regard to official tax guidelines. Also read: Last Will Platform Allows Your Loved Ones to Inherit Your […]

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Bitcoin SV Suddenly Surges 200% As Wright Copyrights Satoshi White Paper

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 14:50

Bitcoin SV Suddenly Surges 200% As Wright Copyrights Satoshi White Paper Bitcoin SV (BSV) suddenly surged more than 200 percent on some exchanges after Craig Wright promises to revert Bitcoin White Paper copyright to the Bitcoin Association.

Bitcoin SV Surges 200% As Wright Registers Copyright to Satoshi White Paper

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 14:50

Bitcoin SV Surges 200% As Wright Registers Copyright to Satoshi White Paper Bitcoin SV surged more than 200 percent on some exchanges after Craig Wright filed a copyright registration for the bitcoin white paper.

SEC Moves to Halt Diamond-Linked Crypto ‘Ponzi Scheme,’ Freeze Assets

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 14:25

SEC Moves to Halt Diamond-Linked Crypto ‘Ponzi Scheme,’ Freeze Assets The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has taken action over what it alleges is a $30 million crypto scam based on supposed diamond investment.

PewDiePie Helps Blockchain Video Streaming Platform to 67% Hike in Users

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 14:00

PewDiePie Helps Blockchain Video Streaming Platform to 67% Hike in Users Blockchain-based live streaming service DLive has seen a 67 percent increase in users since popular YouTuber PewDiePie joined the platform in April.

Craig Wright Attempts to Copyright the Satoshi White Paper and Original Bitcoin Code

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 12:47

Craig Wright Attempts to Copyright the Satoshi White Paper and Original Bitcoin Code Craig Wright has filed copyright registrations for the original Satoshi white paper and bitcoin code with the U.S. Copyright Office.

Craig Wright Attempts to Copyright the Satoshi White Paper and Bitcoin Code

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 12:47

Craig Wright Attempts to Copyright the Satoshi White Paper and Bitcoin Code Craig Wright has filed copyright registrations for the original Satoshi white paper and bitcoin code with the U.S. Copyright Office.

Game of Thrones Actor Jerome Flynn to Advise Vegan Crypto Project

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 12:00

Game of Thrones Actor Jerome Flynn to Advise Vegan Crypto Project Jerome Flynn, the actor who plays "Bronn" in TV series Game of Thrones, is now an adviser to decentralized vegan lifestyle project VeganNation.

You Can Pay With BCH for Your Domain From Abaco Hosting

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 21. 11:59

You Can Pay With BCH for Your Domain From Abaco Hosting

Online presence is essential for any business today and especially for projects that deal with cryptocurrencies. Abaco Hosting offers this type of solutions to small and medium enterprises, and companies from the crypto industry can take advantage of its flexible payment options. They include support for major digital coins such as bitcoin cash (BCH). Also […]

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Bitcoin’s Repeated Failures to Pass $8.3K Raise Risk of Price Pullback

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 11:15

Bitcoin’s Repeated Failures to Pass $8.3K Raise Risk of Price Pullback Bitcoin has failed three times in seven days to find acceptance above $8,300, raising the risk of a notable short-term correction.

Bitfinex Enters the Initial Exchange Offering Industry With Tokinex

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 11:00

Bitfinex Enters the Initial Exchange Offering Industry With Tokinex Bitfinex has just announced its first foray into the increasingly popular business of initial exchange offerings.

Bitfinex Enters the Initial Exchange Offering Race With Tokinex

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 11:00

Bitfinex Enters the Initial Exchange Offering Race With Tokinex Bitfinex has just announced its first foray into the increasingly popular business of initial exchange offerings.

Australian Government Employee Charged With Mining Crypto at Work

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 10:00

Australian Government Employee Charged With Mining Crypto at Work A 33-year-old Australian IT contractor has been charged after he allegedly mined cryptocurrency on government computer systems.

PBoC’s Fintech Research Institute Is Hiring Blockchain Experts

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 09:15

PBoC’s Fintech Research Institute Is Hiring Blockchain Experts A research institute under the Chinese central bank has just announced 29 job openings – three of which focus on blockchain-related expertise. 

Crypto and Forex Scam Reports Tripled in the UK Last Year, Watchdog Says

CoinDesk

2019. May. 21. 08:25

Crypto and Forex Scam Reports Tripled in the UK Last Year, Watchdog Says Reports of cryptocurrency and foreign exchange scams surged in the U.K. last year, while total reported losses dropped, says the FCA.

Everyone’s Talking About Security Tokens But No One’s Trading Them

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 21. 02:24

Everyone’s Talking About Security Tokens But No One’s Trading Them

There’s a party happening right now and everyone’s invited. The music’s playing, the fridge is loaded and the bathtub’s full of ice. All the ingredients for the sickest soiree are in place. There’s just one problem: the guests have yet to arrive. Welcome to the world of security tokens, where you can tokenize anything you […]

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NYSE Arca Seeks Rule Change to List ETF Backed by Bitcoin and T-Bills

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 21:57

NYSE Arca Seeks Rule Change to List ETF Backed by Bitcoin and T-Bills NYSE Arca has formally applied to the SEC for a rule change that would let it list shares in a proposed bitcoin trust managed by Wilshire Phoenix Funds.

IRS Says It Will ‘Soon’ Issue Crypto Tax Guidance in First Since 2014

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 20:27

IRS Says It Will ‘Soon’ Issue Crypto Tax Guidance in First Since 2014 The Internal Revenue Service is working on its first tax guidance for cryptocurrency since 2014, the agency's commissioner told a lawmaker Monday.

Venezuela Tries to Avoid US Sanctions By Trading In Rubles and Crypto

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 19:30

Venezuela Tries to Avoid US Sanctions By Trading In Rubles and Crypto Caracas and Russia are in talks to disconnect from USD and exchange rubles and crypto.

Developer Creates Interwallet Transfer Plugin to Strengthen Bitcoin Cash Privacy

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 20. 19:25

Developer Creates Interwallet Transfer Plugin to Strengthen Bitcoin Cash Privacy

The Bitcoin Cash (BCH) protocol and infrastructure continue to see relentless development. The Electron Cash Cashshuffle implementation has enhanced bitcoin cash fungibility by providing users with the ability to shuffle coins. Now a developer has announced the launch of the Interwallet transfer tool, an Electron Cash add-on that allows for privacy-minded transfers using the light […]

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SEC Postpones Decision on VanEck/SolidX Filing in Latest Bitcoin ETF Setback

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 18:50

SEC Postpones Decision on VanEck/SolidX Filing in Latest Bitcoin ETF Setback The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has again delayed a decision on a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) proposal.

SEC Delays Decision on VanEck/SolidX Filing in Latest Bitcoin ETF Setback

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 18:50

SEC Delays Decision on VanEck/SolidX Filing in Latest Bitcoin ETF Setback The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has again delayed a decision on a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) proposal.

The Cryptopia Hackers Are Moving Funds Into at Least Four Wallets

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 18:00

The Cryptopia Hackers Are Moving Funds Into at Least Four Wallets The thieves who cleared at least $16 million of ether from the Cryptopia exchange appear to have begun moving the stolen crypto into multiple wallets.

$900 Million: Coinbase Records Highest Weekly Ethereum Trading Volume Since 2017

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 17:00

$900 Million: Coinbase Records Highest Weekly Ethereum Trading Volume Since 2017 Popular ethereum markets exceeded $900 million in trading volume on Coinbase last week, its highest amount since late 2017.

Coinbase Records Highest Weekly Ethereum Trading Volume Since 2017

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 17:00

Coinbase Records Highest Weekly Ethereum Trading Volume Since 2017 Popular ethereum markets exceeded $900 million in trading volume on Coinbase last week, its highest amount since late 2017.

MakerDAO Fee Decrease Stalls Amid Decline in Token Holder Voting Turnout

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 16:37

MakerDAO Fee Decrease Stalls Amid Decline in Token Holder Voting Turnout A decrease to fees on stablecoin DAI failed to activate over the weekend due to a lack of voter turnout.

Bitcoin.com’s Market Cap Aggregator Adds More Informative Crypto Data

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 20. 14:30

Bitcoin.com’s Market Cap Aggregator Adds More Informative Crypto Data

A little over a year ago, our web portal launched a new market cap aggregator, Markets.Bitcoin.com, which showcases the top 500 cryptocurrency market valuations. More recently we’ve added some great data to Markets.Bitcoin.com so people can get information on not only the price of their favorite coins, but also real-time charts featuring transactions per day, […]

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ABN AMRO Eyes Launch of Blockchain Inventory Platform, Dropping Wallet Plan

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 14:10

ABN AMRO Eyes Launch of Blockchain Inventory Platform, Dropping Wallet Plan As ABN AMRO drops its exploration of a crypto wallet product, the Dutch bank says it's seeking to launch a blockchain platform for trade inventory.

Mutual Funds Network Calastone’s ‘Real-Time’ Blockchain Platform Is Live

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 13:15

Mutual Funds Network Calastone’s ‘Real-Time’ Blockchain Platform Is Live Calastone, a transactions network for the mutual funds industry, has now moved to its own blockchain-based settlement system.

Coinbase’s Education Rewards Program ‘Earn’ Expands to Over 100 Countries

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 13:00

Coinbase’s Education Rewards Program ‘Earn’ Expands to Over 100 Countries Coinbase now lets users in 103 countries earn rewards for learning about cryptocurrency via its Earn program.

Beyond KYC: Global Regulators Appear Set to Adopt Tough New Rules for Crypto Exchanges

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 12:00

Beyond KYC: Global Regulators Appear Set to Adopt Tough New Rules for Crypto Exchanges Exchanges will likely have to collect information about their clients' crypto transactions under new global standards expected in June.

Beyond KYC: Regulators Set to Adopt Tough New Rules for Crypto Exchanges

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 12:00

Beyond KYC: Regulators Set to Adopt Tough New Rules for Crypto Exchanges Exchanges will likely have to collect information about their clients' crypto transactions under new global standards expected in June.

First Since 2017: Bitcoin Price Logs Double-Digit Gains for Third Week

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 11:00

First Since 2017: Bitcoin Price Logs Double-Digit Gains for Third Week Bitcoin has registered double digit gains for three consecutive weeks – a feat last seen at the height of the bull market in 2017.

How to Check Median BTC and BCH Transaction Fees

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 20. 10:55

How to Check Median BTC and BCH Transaction Fees

Transaction fees are the cost that cryptocurrency users have to bear in order to keep the system going. Fees can vary significantly between networks and it is important to be able to check this before you decide which cryptocurrency to use for making your digital payments. Also Read: Bitcoin Cash Upgrade and 30K Stores Accepting […]

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PR: CoinDeal – Premier League Sponsor Ready for New Challenges in US Market

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 20. 09:30

PR: CoinDeal – Premier League Sponsor Ready for New Challenges in US Market

Last season in the Premier League brought a huge success for the both teams – Wolves and CoinDeal. The crypto exchange, thanks to this brave marketing step, has guaranteed himself value of £38,091,373 of gross exposure of the brand at the time of broadcasting in the media, gained popularity and new traders. Despite the recent slowdown in the crypto-market, our business is developing dynamically and this is possible, among other things, through cooperation with the Premier League team.

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Ethereum-Based Stock Exchange Plans First Company Listing in June

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 09:30

Ethereum-Based Stock Exchange Plans First Company Listing in June SprinkleXchange, a Bahrain-basedstock exchange built with blockchain tech, is reportedly listing its first company next month.

Cryptocurrencies Pose No Threat to Financial Stability: EU Central Bank

CoinDesk

2019. May. 20. 08:20

Cryptocurrencies Pose No Threat to Financial Stability: EU Central Bank The European Central Bank has said that cryptocurrencies are currently not a threat to financial stability in the euro zone.

Latest Hack Sparks Concern Whatsapp Will Never Be Secure

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 20. 03:01

Latest Hack Sparks Concern Whatsapp Will Never Be Secure

Facebook’s popular messaging app with 1.5 billion users in over 180 countries has another major vulnerability. Hackers were able to covertly install spyware on iOS and Android smartphones using Whatsapp with just a phone call. “All of their security issues are conveniently suitable for surveillance, and look and work a lot like backdoors,” said Telegram’s […]

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Bitcoin Cash Devs Publish the First 3 of 3 Multi-Sig Schnorr Transaction

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 19. 21:45

Bitcoin Cash Devs Publish the First 3 of 3 Multi-Sig Schnorr Transaction

On May 15, the Bitcoin Cash network successfully upgraded by implementing Schnorr signatures, after which a few developers processed some basic Schnorr signatures. Then, on Saturday, May 18, software developers Chris Pacia, Mark Lundeberg, and Checksum0 performed the first multi-sig Schnorr signature on BCH and sent the funds to Freeross.org. Also Read: After Trillions Printed […]

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How to Travel the World With Bitcoin Cash

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 19. 19:30

How to Travel the World With Bitcoin Cash

Traveling is on everyone’s minds as summer approaches and crypto enthusiasts are no exception. But for anyone thinking of a holiday trip, travel arrangements can be arduous. Crypto payments can make your life easier in that regard, particularly with bitcoin cash, which is a fast and cheap way to pay for anything. The following guide […]

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Bitcoin Cash Upgrade and 30K Stores Accepting BCH in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 19. 17:00

Bitcoin Cash Upgrade and 30K Stores Accepting BCH in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com

Bitcoin Cash network successfully undergoes an upgrade and more than 30,000 new stores now accept BCH payments. Watch these and other developments discussed in this week’s video update on Bitcoin.com’s Youtube channel. Also Read: After Trillions Printed Under QE, Politicians Now Say Deficits Don’t Matter BCH Network Upgrade in Bitcoin.com’s Weekly Update This week’s show […]

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‘Tackling Real World Issues’: Hackers at ETH New York Build Apps Geared Towards Social Change

CoinDesk

2019. May. 19. 15:00

‘Tackling Real World Issues’: Hackers at ETH New York Build Apps Geared Towards Social Change A New York Blockchain Week ended last Friday we spent time at an ethereum hackathon where developers came together to build blockchain tools with social impact.

Markets Update: Bitcoin Cash Jumps Ahead as Crypto Prices See Fresh Gains

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 19. 14:46

Markets Update: Bitcoin Cash Jumps Ahead as Crypto Prices See Fresh Gains

Digital asset markets jumped in value over the last 24 hours as most cryptocurrencies have gained 8-13%. Since our last markets update the entire cryptoconomy has increased by $33 billion and this Sunday bitcoin cash (BCH) lead the top ten pack once again with a 12.9% gain in the last day. Also Read: Putting an […]

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Cyberghost Is a VPN Service You Can Pay For With Bitcoin Cash

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 19. 13:42

Cyberghost Is a VPN Service You Can Pay For With Bitcoin Cash

Privacy in the online space is quite compromised these days and anyone who would like to protect their own may consider using a VPN service. There are many platforms on the market and some are catering to the crypto community. Cyberghost VPN is one of them and it takes bitcoin cash (BCH). Also read: Vaulty […]

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Bitcoin History Part 13: The First Mining Pool

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 19. 11:30

Bitcoin History Part 13: The First Mining Pool

The notion that anyone could solo mine bitcoin – on a CPU no less – seems positively quaint today. But in 2010, this method wasn’t just possible – it was the norm. With an exponentially lower hashrate, less competition and a 50 bitcoin block reward, there was enough pie for everyone to get a bite. […]

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I Underestimated Just How Many Subpoenas I Would Get

CoinDesk

2019. May. 19. 11:30

I Underestimated Just How Many Subpoenas I Would Get The number of subpoenas early crypto companies got from misinformed government agencies was "staggering," says Bloq's Steve Beauregard.

My Bank Account Was Frozen for Bitcoin – And It Only Made Me Love Crypto More

CoinDesk

2019. May. 19. 09:30

My Bank Account Was Frozen for Bitcoin – And It Only Made Me Love Crypto More The guy who coined the term "hodl" has a real bitcoin story that only made his interest in the technology stronger.

Bitcoin and Blockchain: The Tangled History of Two Tech Buzzwords

CoinDesk

2019. May. 19. 09:15

Bitcoin and Blockchain: The Tangled History of Two Tech Buzzwords The word "blockchain" isn't used in the bitcoin white paper, the document that started it all. So, how did the term take off as a buzzword?

After Trillions Printed Under QE, Politicians Now Say Deficits Don’t Matter

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 19. 08:15

After Trillions Printed Under QE, Politicians Now Say Deficits Don’t Matter

When quantitative easing (QE) was introduced, it was likened to a drug, with central banks making an emergency injection of money to resuscitate the global economy. Now it seems that some politicians have gotten addicted to this drug, going as far as to claim that government deficits don’t matter and the money printing can just […]

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Anchor a Document or File to the BCH Chain With Notary.Bitcoin.com

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 19. 01:01

Anchor a Document or File to the BCH Chain With Notary.Bitcoin.com

In my last article, I explained how to prove ownership of a specific address by signing a message with a public and private key pair. That’s just one way of proving ownership and verifying a valid signature, as BCH users can also anchor a document to the chain using the Bitcoin Cash protocol’s Script language. […]

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Bitcoin Payments Are Being Bulldozed for Political Reasons

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 18. 23:00

Bitcoin Payments Are Being Bulldozed for Political Reasons

Bitcoin Core wants to distance itself politically from the former project leader Gavin Andresen, the payment protocol BIP070 he was involved with, and from the BCH-friendly Bitpay payment processor company. The attempts to remove software associated with Gavin Andresen are now having real-world effects on the security of bitcoin payments. Also read: How to Prove […]

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BIP070 Bitcoin Payments Are Being Bulldozed for Political Reasons

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 18. 23:00

BIP070 Bitcoin Payments Are Being Bulldozed for Political Reasons

Bitcoin Core wants to distance itself politically from the former project leader Gavin Andresen, the payment protocol BIP070 he was involved with, and from the BCH-friendly payment processor Bitpay. The attempts to remove software associated with Gavin Andresen are now having real-world effects on the security of bitcoin payments. Also read: How to Prove Ownership […]

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Core vs Gavin – Bitcoin Payments Are Being Bulldozed for Political Reasons

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 18. 23:00

Core vs Gavin – Bitcoin Payments Are Being Bulldozed for Political Reasons

Bitcoin Core wants to distance itself politically from the former project leader Gavin Andresen, the payment protocol BIP070 he was involved with, and from the BCH-friendly payment processor Bitpay. The attempts to remove software associated with Gavin Andresen are now having real-world effects on the security of bitcoin payments. Also read: How to Prove Ownership […]

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How to Prove Ownership With a Bitcoin Cash Address and Digital Signature

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 18. 14:58

How to Prove Ownership With a Bitcoin Cash Address and Digital Signature

Bitcoin is an amazing form of money and the technology Satoshi created has incredible potential. However, most people don’t realize that the blockchain not only allows for a great medium of exchange, but it also provides the means for creating notarized proofs. The following walkthrough aims to show anyone how to prove they own a […]

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About That Orange B… The History of Bitcoin’s Logos

CoinDesk

2019. May. 18. 10:20

About That Orange B… The History of Bitcoin’s Logos Can a logo symbolize the ethos of a project? An industry? An entire movement? Bitcoin's might have come close.

Vaulty Aggregates All Your Cryptocurrency Addresses Using a Single Link

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 18. 10:10

Vaulty Aggregates All Your Cryptocurrency Addresses Using a Single Link

The ability to receive direct crypto payments is of great importance for numerous small businesses, individual entrepreneurs, content creators and non-governmental organizations like charities. Many of them accept different cryptocurrencies and Vaulty.io provides help with managing multiple addresses. Also read: Haasbot Is an Automated Trading Tool for the Crypto Market Vaulty Displays All Your Public […]

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Facebook Registers Secretive ‘Libra’ Cryptocurrency Firm in Switzerland

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 20:45

Facebook Registers Secretive  ‘Libra’ Cryptocurrency Firm in Switzerland More details emerge about Facebook's secretive crypto firm, Libra.

Markets Update: Bears Claw Crypto Prices Back While Uncertainty Fills the Air

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 17. 20:18

Markets Update: Bears Claw Crypto Prices Back While Uncertainty Fills the Air

Digital asset markets fell hard during the early morning trading sessions on May 17 as the price of bitcoin core (BTC) quickly tumbled from $7,900 to a low of $6,200 on Bitstamp. Many other crypto markets followed BTC’s drop in value, but over the last few hours, a good portion of coins have regained a […]

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Bloq Labs’ Titan Aims to Simplify Crypto Farming

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 20:00

Bloq Labs’ Titan Aims to Simplify Crypto Farming Titan is a one-step crypto miner management system from Bloq Labs.

20-Year-Old Cryptographic Puzzle Is Solved and Stamped in the Bitcoin Cash Blockchain

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 17. 18:12

20-Year-Old Cryptographic Puzzle Is Solved and Stamped in the Bitcoin Cash Blockchain

A fiendishly tricky puzzle that has baffled cryptographers for two decades has been solved, and the proof preserved on the BCH and BTC blockchains. The feat, which was achieved 15 years earlier than the puzzle’s architects had anticipated, was commemorated with another premature reveal – the opening of a special time capsule. Also read: ‘Craig […]

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SEC Uncertainty Looms Over Token Summit – Again

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 17:00

SEC Uncertainty Looms Over Token Summit – Again Most at Token Summit 2019 seemed to agree: U.S. regulators need to decide what to do about tokens, whatever the decision may be.

Bitfinex Will List Its New Exchange Token Starting Monday

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 16:08

Bitfinex Will List Its New Exchange Token Starting Monday Bitfinex will list its LEO exchange token on Monday, trading against bitcoin, ether, EOS, tether and the U.S. dollar.

OneCoin Claims It’s Not a Ponzi or Pyramid Scheme

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 15:15

OneCoin Claims It’s Not a Ponzi or Pyramid Scheme The OneCoin project has responded to the suggestion it is a Ponzi or pyramid scheme, arguing it does not fit a narrow definition of either.

‘Craig Is a Liar’ – Early Adopter Proves Ownership of Bitcoin Address Claimed by Craig Wright

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 17. 15:10

‘Craig Is a Liar’ – Early Adopter Proves Ownership of Bitcoin Address Claimed by Craig Wright

On May 16, an unknown person posted a signed message to social media concerning a bitcoin address that was used as evidence in the ongoing Kleiman v. Wright lawsuit. According to the message, which is verified to be the rightful owner of the address used in the Florida lawsuit, the address never belonged to “Satoshi […]

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‘Craig Is a Liar’ – Early Adopter Proves Ownership of Bitcoin Address Claimed by Wright

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 17. 15:10

‘Craig Is a Liar’ – Early Adopter Proves Ownership of Bitcoin Address Claimed by Wright

On May 16, an unknown person posted a signed message to social media concerning a bitcoin address that was used as evidence in the ongoing Kleiman v. Wright lawsuit. According to the message, which is verified to be the rightful owner of the address used in the Florida lawsuit, the address never belonged to “Satoshi […]

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Haasbot Is an Automated Trading Tool for the Crypto Market

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 17. 13:10

Haasbot Is an Automated Trading Tool for the Crypto Market

Sudden and significant changes in the cryptocurrency markets are a common occurrence. Under such choppy conditions, you might want to try an automated trading solution such as Haasbot to help minimize the risks and maximize your profit. Also read: Coincheckup Aggregator Makes It Easier to Analyze the Crypto Market Haasbot Exploits Arbitrage Opportunities Between Exchanges […]

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Unpatched Ethereum Clients Pose 51% Attack Risk, Says Report

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 13:00

Unpatched Ethereum Clients Pose 51% Attack Risk, Says Report Ethereum clients that still haven't patched known vulnerabilities pose a security risk to the entire network, according to new research.

Bahamas Securities Regulator Proposes Rules for Token Sales

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 12:00

Bahamas Securities Regulator Proposes Rules for Token Sales The Securities Commission of the Bahamas is pushing for a new token framework to draw blockchain businesses to the island nation.

Bitcoin Suffers Biggest Intraday Price Drop for Over a Year

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 11:00

Bitcoin Suffers Biggest Intraday Price Drop for Over a Year Amid extremely overbought conditions, bitcoin has fallen by $1,700 on Friday – its biggest intraday price drop since January 2018.

Amazon Wins Patent for Proof-of-Work Cryptographic System

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 10:00

Amazon Wins Patent for Proof-of-Work Cryptographic System Tech giant Amazon has been granted a patent for a proof-of-work (PoW) cryptographic system similar to those used by many blockchains.

Top Banks ‘Investing $50 Million’ to Build Blockchain Settlement System

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 09:00

Top Banks ‘Investing $50 Million’ to Build Blockchain Settlement System Around a dozen banks are said to be spending $50 million to build a blockchain-based digital cash settlement system, according to Reuters.

Digital Renminbi: A Fiat Coin to Make M0 Great Again

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 08:00

Digital Renminbi: A Fiat Coin to Make M0 Great Again Anonymous, cryptocurrencies could become more important in an environment where government money is closely controlled, says Dovey Wan.

How to Earn Bitcoin Cash Income

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 17. 04:20

How to Earn Bitcoin Cash Income

Earning cryptocurrency income online has become increasingly popular for more people around the world. Many employers and marketplaces are now offering jobs and tasks that pay in cryptocurrencies. The top 10 ways to earn bitcoin cash are outlined in the latest installment from Bitcoin.com’s new video series. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case […]

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Bitcoin Drops $1,000 In Value Amid Market Sell-Off

CoinDesk

2019. May. 17. 04:14

Bitcoin Drops $1,000 In Value Amid Market Sell-Off Bitcoin has once again come into contact with a greater crypto market sell-off, slashing its price by more than $1000.

Tether Ordered to Freeze Transfers to Bitfinex by New York Supreme Court

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 23:33

Tether Ordered to Freeze Transfers to Bitfinex by New York Supreme Court A New York Supreme Court judge ordered stablecoin issuer Tether to refrain from loaning any funds to Bitfinex or other parties during an ongoing investigation by the NY Attorney General.

Startup Veil Forks Augur to Create Prediction Markets for 2020 Election

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 23:10

Startup Veil Forks Augur to Create Prediction Markets for 2020 Election Veil says no one has been able to support long-running markets on Augur, so they're creating AugurLite for early bets on the presidential election.

SEC Negotiations Have Cost Kik $5 Million, Says CEO

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 20:50

SEC Negotiations Have Cost Kik $5 Million, Says CEO Kik's CEO says the company has spent more than $5 million talking to the SEC about whether its kin ICO was an unregistered securities sale.

Poloniex, Fearing Regulatory Backlash, Prevents Sale of 9 Crypto Assets In US

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 20:30

Poloniex, Fearing Regulatory Backlash, Prevents Sale of 9 Crypto Assets In US Poloniex has stopped US customers from buying and selling nine potentially non-regulated tokens.

Brave Browser to Raise Over $30 Million in Series A Equity Round: Sources

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 19:50

Brave Browser to Raise Over $30 Million in Series A Equity Round: Sources Privacy-centric web browser Brave is raising a Series A round at a valuation of roughly $133 million, sources tell CoinDesk.

Crescent Cash Users Can Now Send Bitcoin Cash Via Text Message

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 16. 19:30

Crescent Cash Users Can Now Send Bitcoin Cash Via Text Message

On May 15, the BCH-based and open source Android wallet Crescent Cash launched a new feature that allows people to send bitcoin cash through a text message. The SMS sending service added to the wallet is due to the latest open source API introduced by the crypto startup Cointext. Also read: Bitcoin Cash Protocol Successfully […]

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Amazon’s Arrival and 4 Other Enterprise Blockchain Trends From Consensus 2019

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 18:00

Amazon’s Arrival and 4 Other Enterprise Blockchain Trends From Consensus 2019 At Consensus 2019, conversations about enterprise blockchain were shaped by these five storylines.

MakerDAO Votes to Decrease Stablecoin Fees for First Time in 5 Months

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 17:37

MakerDAO Votes to Decrease Stablecoin Fees for First Time in 5 Months Dollar-backed stablecoin DAI is trading above a dollar for the first time in a long-time. MakerDAO token holders have voted to decrease fees on the stablecoin in order to address high market demand for DAI.

Ava Labs Exits Stealth, Launches Blockchain Testnet Based on ‘Avalanche’ Protocol

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 16:46

Ava Labs Exits Stealth, Launches Blockchain Testnet Based on ‘Avalanche’ Protocol Ava Labs is out of stealth, revealing a past $6 million funding round and a new blockchain testnet backed by the Avalanche consensus protocol.

Local.Bitcoin.com Aims to Spread Economic Freedom Through P2P Exchange of BCH

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 16. 15:40

Local.Bitcoin.com Aims to Spread Economic Freedom Through P2P Exchange of BCH

On June 4, Bitcoin.com is launching a peer-to-peer marketplace called Local.Bitcoin.com that will allow users from around the world to buy and sell bitcoin cash (BCH). Now crypto enthusiasts and traders can create a pre-launch account to explore the trading platform and create orders on the exchange in advance. Also read: Bitcoin.com Celebrates 4 Million […]

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Ripio Is Launching a Crypto Exchange for 3 Latin American Nations

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 15:00

Ripio Is Launching a Crypto Exchange for 3 Latin American Nations Ripio, a startup working to boost crypto adoption in Argentina, is widening its scope with a new exchange serving Argentina, Mexico and Brazil.

Opera Will Soon Add Tron Support to Its In-Browser Crypto Wallet

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 14:00

Opera Will Soon Add Tron Support to Its In-Browser Crypto Wallet Opera is working to integrate support for Tron’s TRX and TRC-standard tokens in its browser-based crypto wallet.

CoinDesk’s John Biggs Walks the Exhibit Halls of Consensus 2019

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 14:00

CoinDesk’s John Biggs Walks the Exhibit Halls of Consensus 2019 Meet the exhibitors in the Consensus 2019 exhibit halls.

Coincheckup Aggregator Makes It Easier to Analyze the Crypto Market

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 16. 12:32

Coincheckup Aggregator Makes It Easier to Analyze the Crypto Market

The importance of reliable market data grows with rising cryptocurrency prices that inevitably attract more investors to the space. There is a wide choice of market cap aggregators, but some offer more rich functionality than others. Coincheckup is one good example of that. Also read: Keep Track of Important Crypto Events With Coindar Website Tracks […]

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Litecoin Price Hits 11-Month High Above $100

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 12:30

Litecoin Price Hits 11-Month High Above $100 The litecoin cryptocurrency was trading in the triple digits earlier on Thursday for the first time since last June.

Blockchain-Based Digital Collectibles Market Meme Factory Launches Today

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 12:00

Blockchain-Based Digital Collectibles Market Meme Factory Launches Today Meme Factory, an ethereum-based marketplace for creating, selling and trading digital collectibles, goes live Thursday.

Bitcoin Faces Price Correction Toward $7.6K, Technical Charts Suggest

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 10:45

Bitcoin Faces Price Correction Toward $7.6K, Technical Charts Suggest Bitcoin is facing a price correction to well below $8,000, as exhaustion leaves the bulls unable to hold onto fresh 10-month highs hit earlier today.

Just 376 Individuals Hold 33% of All Ether Cryptocurrency: Chainalysis

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 09:40

Just 376 Individuals Hold 33% of All Ether Cryptocurrency: Chainalysis A third of all ether is owned by just 376 whales, blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis says. Yet that number is down from some previous years.

PR: PBET Merges Online and Physical Gambling Worlds

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 16. 09:30

PR: PBET Merges Online and Physical Gambling Worlds

It’s estimated that 72 % of real-world casino gamblers play online too and statistically, those that play both tend to spend around 15 % more in the physical casino. Despite this, and the unprecedented growth of online gaming, the link between the physical and online casino has remained tenuous.

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World Bank, CommBank Team Up for ‘World First’ Blockchain Bond Transaction

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 09:15

World Bank, CommBank Team Up for ‘World First’ Blockchain Bond Transaction The World Bank says its new debt instrument "bond-i" is the first bond to have both issuance and trading recorded on a blockchain.

Can Bitcoin Win the Digital Payments ‘Gauge War’?

CoinDesk

2019. May. 16. 08:00

Can Bitcoin Win the Digital Payments ‘Gauge War’? Bitcoin could learn a lesson from the railways, says Simon Johnson: For the customer, it’s just about getting from A to B fastest and cheapest.

Crypto Spring Brings Strong Profits to Next-Generation and Older Mining Rigs

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 16. 04:57

Crypto Spring Brings Strong Profits to Next-Generation and Older Mining Rigs

Over the last few weeks, cryptocurrency markets have been on a tear accumulating considerable gains following the notorious ‘crypto winter.’ Since the recent price hike this spring, mining digital assets with next-generation miners has allowed participants to secure significant gains and even older mining devices are turning a profit. Also read: Bitcoin Cash Protocol Successfully […]

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2020 Presidential Hopeful Andrew Yang Says Regulators ‘Owe’ Clarity on Rules for Crypto Industry

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 20:10

2020 Presidential Hopeful Andrew Yang Says Regulators ‘Owe’ Clarity on Rules for Crypto Industry Presidential candidate Andrew Yang pitched himself as a friend of the crypto community to a receptive crowd at Consensus 2019.

Study Finds Most Ransomware Solutions Just Pay Out Crypto

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 19:30

Study Finds Most Ransomware Solutions Just Pay Out Crypto A study has found that most ransomware recovery services are actually just paying crypto ransoms to hackers.

From Exxon to Crypto: the Story of Joey King on the Humans of Bitcoin Podcast

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 15. 18:40

From Exxon to Crypto: the Story of Joey King on the Humans of Bitcoin Podcast

Joey King, a developer at Bitcoin.com, is the latest character to have shared his story on the Humans of Bitcoin podcast with Matt Aaron. The interview covers how he went from working in the oil industry to being a crypto programmer to how he sees the propaganda efforts of Napoleon reflected in the market today. […]

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Bitcoin Cash’s Scheduled Hard Fork Tripped Up By Software Bug

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 16:41

Bitcoin Cash’s Scheduled Hard Fork Tripped Up By Software Bug The bitcoin cash network forks after a bug emerged in the cryptocurrency's code during an upgrade, leading developers to put together a hotfix.

Bitcoin Cash Protocol Successfully Upgrades — Schnorr Signatures Are Here

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 15. 16:36

Bitcoin Cash Protocol Successfully Upgrades — Schnorr Signatures Are Here

The Bitcoin Cash (BCH) chain has officially upgraded, adding Schnorr signatures and the Segwit recovery exemption. As of block 582680, the chain has implemented the new features successfully and BCH fans are celebrating another major protocol improvement. Also read: Schnorr Signatures Are Coming to Bitcoin Cash – Here’s What You Should Know Another Bitcoin Cash […]

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The World’s Fifth-Largest Electrical Company Is Using an Ethereum Dapp

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 16:01

The World’s Fifth-Largest Electrical Company Is Using an Ethereum Dapp One of the world's largest electrical companies is teaming up with ethereum app iExec on a new test.

World’s Fifth-Largest Electrical Company Is Using an Ethereum Dapp

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 16:01

World’s Fifth-Largest Electrical Company Is Using an Ethereum Dapp One of the world's largest electrical companies is teaming up with ethereum app iExec on a new test.

Blockchain Project Thundercore Releases Code for ‘Pala’ Consensus Protocol

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 15:50

Blockchain Project Thundercore Releases Code for ‘Pala’ Consensus Protocol Blockchain provider platform ThunderCore announced the open-sourcing of a new consensus protocol called Pala.

Coinbase Custody Now Has $1 Billion of Crypto Under Management, CEO Says

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 15:00

Coinbase Custody Now Has $1 Billion of Crypto Under Management, CEO Says At Consensus 2019, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said the exchange's custody service has been onboarding $150 million in assets under management each month.

Blockstream Launches Security Token Platform on Bitcoin Sidechain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 14:20

Blockstream Launches Security Token Platform on Bitcoin Sidechain Blockstream, the bitcoin-focused startup, is creating a new security token platform on its Liquid sidechain network.

Staking-as-a-Service Startup Raises $2 Million From DHVC, Plug and Play

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 14:00

Staking-as-a-Service Startup Raises $2 Million From DHVC, Plug and Play New funding for InfStones, a node operator currently staking over $450 million worth of EOS, will fuel hiring and an expansion into more PoS networks.

Upbit Operator Dunamu Invested $46 Million in Blockchain Startups in Last Year

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 13:01

Upbit Operator Dunamu Invested $46 Million in Blockchain Startups in Last Year South Korean firm Dunamu, operator of cryptocurrency exchange Upbit, says it invested $46 million in 26 blockchain startups over the last year.

Keep Track of Important Crypto Events With Coindar

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 15. 12:45

Keep Track of Important Crypto Events With Coindar

The cryptocurrency space is abundant with events, from blockchain upgrades to platform launches and informal meetups. Coindar is a free calendar tool that helps crypto enthusiasts closely follow what’s happening in the industry and make better investment decisions. Also read: Track Rising Crypto Prices With Cryptowat.ch Online Calendar Tracks Coin-Related Developments Coindar is an online […]

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Crypto Exchange Binance Restarting Services After Post-Hack Upgrade

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 12:45

Crypto Exchange Binance Restarting Services After Post-Hack Upgrade Binance has announced that trading and withdrawals will soon restart after it completed a security upgrade prompted by a recent hack.

Free Markets and the Future of Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 12:30

Free Markets and the Future of Blockchain J. Christopher Giancarlo is Chairman at U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the agency of the US government that regulates futures and options markets. This will be the last time I speak to you from the CFTC. Nevertheless, before I go, I wanted to share some thoughts, which I have been saving. My five years at […]

Congressman Emmer to Reintroduce Tax Bill Focused on Crypto Hard Forks

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 12:00

Congressman Emmer to Reintroduce Tax Bill Focused on Crypto Hard Forks U.S. Representative Tom Emmer plans to reintroduce a bill that would benefit taxpayers holding cryptos resulting from blockchain hard forks.

Bitcoin Price Rally Stalls As Ether, XRP Shine

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 11:12

Bitcoin Price Rally Stalls As Ether, XRP Shine With bitcoin's rally showing signs of exhaustion above $8,000, investors have started pouring money into relatively cheap alternatives.

SEC Slaps Blockchain Author Alex Tapscott, Firm With Fines Over Securities Violations

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 10:20

SEC Slaps Blockchain Author Alex Tapscott, Firm With Fines Over Securities Violations The U.S. securities regulator has settled with blockchain author Alex Tapscott and his investment firm NextBlock Global over securities violations.

Bitcoin in Space? It Helps With Connection Woes, Says Blockstream’s Adam Back

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 10:00

Bitcoin in Space? It Helps With Connection Woes, Says Blockstream’s Adam Back Beaming bitcoin from satellites might sound far-fetched, but there are serious use cases, according to Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream.

Bitcoin in Space? It Helps Connection Woes, Says Blockstream’s Adam Back

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 10:00

Bitcoin in Space? It Helps Connection Woes, Says Blockstream’s Adam Back Beaming bitcoin from satellites might sound far-fetched, but there are serious use cases, according to Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream.

PR: Bitcoin.com Partners With Travala.com to Boost Bitcoin Cash Adoption

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 15. 09:30

PR: Bitcoin.com Partners With Travala.com to Boost Bitcoin Cash Adoption

The partnership will see Travala.com integrated in the official Bitcoin.com wallet with almost 4 million usersLondon, United Kingdom –– April 30, 2019 — Travala.com, - leading blockchain travel booking platform, has announced a partnership with Bitcoin.com to empower millions of travelers to save on hotel stays. Travala.com is transforming the travel industry, by offering an average of 15% savings on hotel bookings as well as the option to pay with several leading cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash. This partnership will empower millions of users to participate in a cheaper, fairer, and more inclusive travel economy.

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The Blockchain Paradox

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 09:00

The Blockchain Paradox Blockchains offer potential solutions to deep-seated problems in society, but their own governance issues need to be solved first, writes Pindar Wong.

Hacked Cryptocurrency Exchange Cryptopia Goes Into Liquidation

CoinDesk

2019. May. 15. 07:50

Hacked Cryptocurrency Exchange Cryptopia Goes Into Liquidation Cryptopia, the crypto exchange hit by a major hack in mid-January, has appointed professional services firm Grant Thornton as liquidator.

SEC Commissioner Says Time Is Right for Bitcoin ETFs — 3 Funds Pending

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 15. 02:30

SEC Commissioner Says Time Is Right for Bitcoin ETFs — 3 Funds Pending

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is currently reviewing three bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), one of which was filed last week to track the prices of two cryptocurrencies. An SEC commissioner said at the Consensus conference on Monday that the time is right for a bitcoin ETF, as the commission is due to make […]

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CME’s Bitcoin Futures Break Records With $1 Billion in Notional Volume

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 14. 23:58

CME’s Bitcoin Futures Break Records With $1 Billion in Notional Volume

The world’s largest options and futures exchange, Chicago Mercantile Exchange & Chicago Board of Trade (CME Group) and its bitcoin futures contracts saw an all-time high on May 13. According to CME’s records, the exchange recorded 33,700 contracts on Monday which represented a notional value of around 168,000 BTC ($1.35 billion). Also Read: Our Value […]

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Cryptocurrency Exchanges Are Cleaning up Their Act

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 14. 21:55

Cryptocurrency Exchanges Are Cleaning up Their Act

Ask a dozen crypto traders for the reason behind the recent rally and you’ll get a dozen different theories. Bakkt futures, Microsoft building on Bitcoin and Whole Foods accepting crypto have all been cited as fueling the bull market that’s broken out. While these factors have certainly helped, there’s a less documented reason why the […]

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Facebook Hires Two of Coinbase’s Former Compliance Managers

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 19:57

Facebook Hires Two of Coinbase’s Former Compliance Managers Facebook has hired two Coinbase vets to work in compliance roles, and at least one is involved in the social network's blockchain effort.

Our Value of Money Is Subjective But That Doesn’t Make It Meaningless

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 14. 19:15

Our Value of Money Is Subjective But That Doesn’t Make It Meaningless

In my last op-ed, I discussed how the value we place on items and goods is subjective based on Carl Menger’s Subjective Theory of Value and how these concepts apply to people’s perception of value with things like fiat, gold, and bitcoin. The post outlined the idea that money cannot serve as a store of […]

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Our Value of Money Is Subjective – But Not Meaningless

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 14. 19:15

Our Value of Money Is Subjective – But Not Meaningless

In my last op-ed, I discussed how the value we place on items and goods is subjective based on Carl Menger’s Subjective Theory of Value and how these concepts apply to people’s perception of value with things like fiat, gold, and bitcoin. The post outlined the idea that money cannot serve as a store of […]

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Hyperledger Announces Aries, a Toolkit for Blockchain-Based Identity Management

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 19:00

Hyperledger Announces Aries, a Toolkit for Blockchain-Based Identity Management Aries is a new, open-source toolkit for identity management by the makers of Hyperledger.

SEC Again Delays Decision on Bitwise Bitcoin ETF Approval

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 17:50

SEC Again Delays Decision on Bitwise Bitcoin ETF Approval A filing from the SEC Tuesday did not advance one of several bitcoin ETF proposals currently waiting for regulatory sign-off.

Crypto Hedge Funds’ Average AUM Grew Three Times in Q1

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 17:00

Crypto Hedge Funds’ Average AUM Grew Three Times in Q1 The average assets under management (AUM) of global cryptocurrency hedge funds increased three-fold in the first quarter of 2019, new research from PwC and Elwood indicates.

‘Maximum Pain’: Joe Lubin, Jimmy Song Strike $500K Crypto Bet on Ethereum’s Future

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 16:30

‘Maximum Pain’: Joe Lubin, Jimmy Song Strike $500K Crypto Bet on Ethereum’s Future The terms of a much-hyped bet between Joe Lubin and Jimmy Song have finally been settled – and a lot of money is on the line.

Joe Lubin, Jimmy Song Strike $500K Crypto Bet on Ethereum’s Future

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 16:30

Joe Lubin, Jimmy Song Strike $500K Crypto Bet on Ethereum’s Future The terms of a much-hyped bet between Joe Lubin and Jimmy Song have finally been settled – and a lot of money is on the line.

Coinbase Rolls Out Trading in USDC Stablecoin to 85 Countries

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 15:01

Coinbase Rolls Out Trading in USDC Stablecoin to 85 Countries Coinbase is expanding crypto-to-crypto trading in USD Coin, a dollar-pegged stablecoin, to a host of nations.

TD Ameritrade Exec: Tens of Thousands of Our Clients Are Interested in Crypto

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 14:16

TD Ameritrade Exec: Tens of Thousands of Our Clients Are Interested in Crypto Fluctuations in the price of bitcoin have not affected overall interest in futures tied to the cryptocurrency, a TD Ameritrade executive said on Tuesday. “We get calls, emails, 60,000 clients have traded something in this complex,” Steven Quirk, TD Ameritrade executive vice president, remarked during a panel at CoinDesk’s Consensus 2019. As Quirk said later: […]

BitGo Offers Institutional Clients New Off-Chain Settlement System

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 14:05

BitGo Offers Institutional Clients New Off-Chain Settlement System BitGo is launching a new clearing and settlement service, allowing off-chain transactions between clients so assets never leave custody.

RIF Launches ‘Layer 3’ Network to Scale Bitcoin-Based Smart Contracts, Tokens

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 14:00

RIF Launches ‘Layer 3’ Network to Scale Bitcoin-Based Smart Contracts, Tokens RIF Labs, which built the RSK sidechain for tokens and smart contracts on top of bitcoin, has launched a "third layer" to help scale this technology.

Floyd Mayweather, DJ Khaled Escape Lawsuit Brought By ICO Investors

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 13:32

Floyd Mayweather, DJ Khaled Escape Lawsuit Brought By ICO Investors Floyd Mayweather, DJ Khaled and two employees of the Centra Tech ICO project have been dismissed from an investor lawsuit by a federal judge.

Samsung to Roll Out Crypto Features on Budget Galaxy Phones

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 13:00

Samsung to Roll Out Crypto Features on Budget Galaxy Phones South Korean electronics giant Samsung is planning to bring crypto and blockchain features to more phones across its Galaxy range.

How to Send Bitcoin Cash via Text Messages to Anyone With a Mobile Phone

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 14. 12:54

How to Send Bitcoin Cash via Text Messages to Anyone With a Mobile Phone

Cointext allows you to send bitcoin cash (BCH) to anyone with a mobile phone in the regions supported by the service even if you don’t have access to the internet. On a global scale, the availability of cheap devices can help many more people use cryptocurrency for payments via SMS text messages. Also Read: Learn […]

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Emberfund Turns Your Phone Into a Crypto Hedge Fund

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 12:00

Emberfund Turns Your Phone Into a Crypto Hedge Fund Emberfund is a new mobile app that lets anyone buy into an index of cryptocurrencies that automatically balances itself over time.

Bitcoin’s Monthly Price Gains Already Highest Since November 2017

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 11:10

Bitcoin’s Monthly Price Gains Already Highest Since November 2017 Bitcoin clocked fresh 10-month highs earlier today and currently appears on track to post its biggest monthly rise since late 2017.

The Elk Is a Tiny Prototyping Board for Building Blockchain-Connected Devices

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 10:05

The Elk Is a Tiny Prototyping Board for Building Blockchain-Connected Devices Elk aims to make it easy to connect hardware devices to blockchains and control electronic components or accept payments.

Coinbase Opens Up XRP Trading for New York Residents

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 09:20

Coinbase Opens Up XRP Trading for New York Residents New York-based users of Coinbase can now trade or store XRP on Coinbase.com or the crypto exchange's iOS and Android mobile apps.

HTC Has Added In-Wallet Crypto Swaps to Its EXODUS Phone

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 09:00

HTC Has Added In-Wallet Crypto Swaps to Its EXODUS Phone HTC has added Kyber Network’s liquidity protocol to its blockchain phone, enabling direct swaps between ERC-20 cryptocurrencies.

Blockstack CEO Muneeb Ali: ‘You Don’t Need a Blockchain’ for All Dapps

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 08:00

Blockstack CEO Muneeb Ali: ‘You Don’t Need a Blockchain’ for All Dapps Apps across the space are putting too much reliance (and data) on blockchains, argued Blockstack CEO Muneeb Ali at Consensus 2019.

Yes, You May Need a Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 04:00

Yes, You May Need a Blockchain Balaji S. Srinivasan is the former CTO of Coinbase, a Board Partner at Andreessen Horowitz and a member of CoinDesk’s advisory board. The following article originally appeared in Consensus Magazine, distributed exclusively to attendees of CoinDesk’s Consensus 2019 event. There’s a certain kind of developer who states that blockchains are just terrible databases. As the […]

Markets Update: Crypto Prices Continue to Gather Bullish Momentum

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 14. 03:12

Markets Update: Crypto Prices Continue to Gather Bullish Momentum

Digital asset markets have been surging over the last 24 hours as the market valuation of the entire cryptoconomy has gained over $20 billion. Moreover, global trade volume has been significant, crossing $85 billion worth of coins swapped in the last day. Also read: Bitcoin’s Software Has Been Rolled Back Before Crypto Markets Add $20 […]

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Proposal’s Merger Paves Way for New Bitcoin Lightning Features

CoinDesk

2019. May. 14. 02:00

Proposal’s Merger Paves Way for New Bitcoin Lightning Features A new routing proposal is expected to be merged today into the official “specifications” of lightning, the technology many advocates trumpet as the fix to bitcoin’s long-standing payment problems. Christian Decker, one of the most prolific lightning developers who engineers for the tech startup Blockstream, pointed out that the proposal, which he wrote, is moving on […]

Bitfinex and Tether Ask Court to Loosen NYAG’s Restrictions

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 23:30

Bitfinex and Tether Ask Court to Loosen NYAG’s Restrictions Tether has asked a judge for more leeway to use its cash amid the New York Attorney General's investigation of it and Bitfinex.

Bitfinex and Tether Ask Court to Loosen NYAG’s Fund Restrictions

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 23:30

Bitfinex and Tether Ask Court to Loosen NYAG’s Fund Restrictions Tether has asked a judge for more leeway to use its cash amid the New York Attorney General's investigation of it and Bitfinex.

Up $1,200: Bitcoin Price Surges Above $8K

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 22:06

Up $1,200: Bitcoin Price Surges Above $8K The price of bitcoin (BTC) rose above $8,000 after surging more $1200 today alone,

Up $1,200 on the Day, Bitcoin’s Price Surges Above $8K

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 22:06

Up $1,200 on the Day, Bitcoin’s Price Surges Above $8K The price of bitcoin (BTC) rose above $8,000 after surging more $1200 today alone.

SEC’s Crypto Czar Says Exchanges That List IEOs May Face Legal Risks

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 21:36

SEC’s Crypto Czar Says Exchanges That List IEOs May Face Legal Risks Certain initial exchange offerings (IEOs) may be breaking U.S. securities laws, an SEC official said.

Whole Foods and Major Retailers Now Accept Cryptocurrency via the Spedn App

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 13. 21:15

Whole Foods and Major Retailers Now Accept Cryptocurrency via the Spedn App

On May 13, cryptocurrency enthusiasts were pleased to hear that major retailers including Whole Foods, Lowes, Petco, Regal Cinemas, and Gamestop will accept payments in crypto. The payments will be processed by Flexa using its custodial wallet called ‘Spedn’ which gives people the ability to spend with bitcoin core, ethereum, bitcoin cash, and GUSD. Also […]

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Whole Foods and Major Retailers Now Accept Cryptocurrency via Spedn

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 13. 21:15

Whole Foods and Major Retailers Now Accept Cryptocurrency via Spedn

On May 13, cryptocurrency enthusiasts were pleased to hear that major retailers including Whole Foods, Lowes, Petco, Regal Cinemas, and Gamestop will accept payments in crypto. The payments will be processed by Flexa using its custodial wallet called ‘Spedn’ which gives people the ability to spend with bitcoin core, ethereum, bitcoin cash, and GUSD. Also […]

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Nym Technologies Raises $2.5 Million to Anonymize Crypto Apps

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 21:00

Nym Technologies Raises $2.5 Million to Anonymize Crypto Apps This startup is betting tokens can help incentivize privacy infrastructure across the internet.

Ron Paul: Anti-Crypto Congressman Is ‘Just Another Thug in Washington’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 19:16

Ron Paul: Anti-Crypto Congressman Is ‘Just Another Thug in Washington’ Former GOP lawamaker and presidential candidate Ron Paul had some harsh words for Congressman Brad Sherman, who last week called for a ban on crypto purchases in the US.

Kadena Blockchain to Launch This October With $3 Billion Asset Manager Onboard

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 19:00

Kadena Blockchain to Launch This October With $3 Billion Asset Manager Onboard Multi-million dollar enterprise blockchain startup Kadena announced today it would be launching its own public blockchain network in October.

Kadena to Go Live In October with $3 Billion Asset Manager Onboard

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 19:00

Kadena to Go Live In October with $3 Billion Asset Manager Onboard Multi-million dollar enterprise blockchain startup Kadena announced today it would be launching its own public blockchain network in October.

Tor Makes Launching Bitcoin Lightning Nodes Easier for Users, Casa Finds

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 17:00

Tor Makes Launching Bitcoin Lightning Nodes Easier for Users, Casa Finds Casa CTO Jameson Lopp explained how Tor leapfrogs some of the thorny networking hurdles that come with setting up a node.

$7,900: Bitcoin’s Price Extends Gains to Hit 9-Month High

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 16:16

$7,900: Bitcoin’s Price Extends Gains to Hit 9-Month High Bitcoin (BTC) extended its recent gains today, jumping 16 percent to its highest price since July 31, 2018.

Ripple’s Xpring, Outlier Ventures Back $4 Million Raise for Agoric

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 16:01

Ripple’s Xpring, Outlier Ventures Back $4 Million Raise for Agoric Agoric, which is looking to build a smart contract-focused programming language, secured $4 million in backing from Ripple's Xpring, Zcash, and others.

Satoshi Nakamoto Could Be Criminal Mastermind Paul Le Roux

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 13. 15:30

Satoshi Nakamoto Could Be Criminal Mastermind Paul Le Roux

One of the most enduring mysteries of modern times has produced another enthralling twist. Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin’s pseudonymous and enigmatic creator, has not been seen online in more than eight years. Evidence has now surfaced that points to a new Satoshi candidate, whose known life has a number of parallels with that of Bitcoin’s inventor. […]

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Polymath, Charles Hoskinson Team Up on Security Token Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 15:04

Polymath, Charles Hoskinson Team Up on Security Token Blockchain Polymath is partnering with Charles Hoskinson to build a blockchain network specifically designed to support security tokens.

Enterprise Ethereum Alliance Publishes Latest Client Specs in Blockchain Standards Push

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 15:00

Enterprise Ethereum Alliance Publishes Latest Client Specs in Blockchain Standards Push The EEA has published its latest client spec, which simplifies permissioning systems for enterprise blockchains, among other recommendations.

Bakkt Sets July Test Date for Bitcoin Futures

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 14:24

Bakkt Sets July Test Date for Bitcoin Futures Bakkt announced Monday it would be testing its bitcoin futures products in July after "working closely" with the CFTC.

You Can Now ‘Spedn’ Bitcoin at GameStop, Barnes & Noble and More

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 14:00

You Can Now ‘Spedn’ Bitcoin at GameStop, Barnes & Noble and More Payments startup Flexa has released a crypto wallet called SPEDN to help brick-and-mortar retailers accept cryptocurrencies.

Securitize Open-Sources Its Protocol, Partners With tZERO Token Exchange

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 13:30

Securitize Open-Sources Its Protocol, Partners With tZERO Token Exchange Securitize has partnered with Overstock subsidiary tZERO as it open-sources the code behind its in-house protocol.

Ex-Tron CTO Denies Founder Justin Sun’s Accusations of Embezzlement, Bribery

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 13:18

Ex-Tron CTO Denies Founder Justin Sun’s Accusations of Embezzlement, Bribery The former CTO of Tron, who left the company in January to build a "new Tron," is denying serious accusations from Tron CEO Justin Sun.

Ex-Tron CTO Denies Justin Sun’s Accusations of Embezzlement, Bribery

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 13:18

Ex-Tron CTO Denies Justin Sun’s Accusations of Embezzlement, Bribery The former CTO of Tron, who left the company in January to build a "new Tron," is denying serious accusations from Tron CEO Justin Sun.

Uphold Integrates Ledger Tools to Boost Crypto Storage Solution

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 13:02

Uphold Integrates Ledger Tools to Boost Crypto Storage Solution Payments startup Uphold is implementing hardware and software from Ledger's Vault to improve its cold storage solution for investors.

PAX Streamlines Redemptions in Battle for Stablecoin Market Share

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 13:01

PAX Streamlines Redemptions in Battle for Stablecoin Market Share Paxos is doubling down on a traditional approach to crypto custody and enabling instant stablecoin redemptions.

Microsoft Launches Decentralized Identity Tool on Bitcoin Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 13:00

Microsoft Launches Decentralized Identity Tool on Bitcoin Blockchain A new decentralized ID solution from Microsoft built directly on the bitcoin blockchain could have far-reaching impacts.

Learn How to Create BCH Apps With Bitcoin.com’s Developer Platform

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 13. 13:00

Learn How to Create BCH Apps With Bitcoin.com’s Developer Platform

Are you a professional or a hobbyist programmer and want to create cryptocurrency enabled applications? Bitcoin.com’s Developer Platform offers resources for you to learn how to develop software based on the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network. Also Read: Crypto Meets Techno and Binance Security Breach in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com Learn to Code With Bitcoin […]

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Exchange-Traded Notes for XRP, Litecoin Launch on Boerse Stuttgart

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 12:42

Exchange-Traded Notes for XRP, Litecoin Launch on Boerse Stuttgart Germany’s second-largest stock exchange, Boerse Stuttgart, now offers trading in XRP and litecoin-based ETNs issued by XBT Provider.

Santander, LeasePlan Testing Nivaura’s Blockchain-Based Floating Rate Bond

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 12:15

Santander, LeasePlan Testing Nivaura’s Blockchain-Based Floating Rate Bond Capital markets startup Nivaura has developed a floating rate bond using blockchain tech, and it's already being tested by Santander and LeasePlan.

CoinGecko Unveils Exchange ‘Trust Score’ to Fight Fake Volume Data

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 12:00

CoinGecko Unveils Exchange ‘Trust Score’ to Fight Fake Volume Data Crypto market data aggregator CoinGecko has a unveiled a new "trust score" for its system of ranking exchanges.

Bitfinex’s Private Token Sale Raised $1 Billion in 10 Days, Exec Says

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 11:35

Bitfinex’s Private Token Sale Raised $1 Billion in 10 Days, Exec Says Cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex raised $1 billion via a sale of its exchange token LEO in just 10 days, according to the firm's CTO.

Russian Prosecutors Fail to Block Crypto Website

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 13. 11:05

Russian Prosecutors Fail to Block Crypto Website

A court case in Russia has signaled a change in the attitude authorities have towards the cryptocurrency space, at least on first glance. An online portal helping traders find the best exchange options for their digital assets will be allowed to restore normal operations. That’s after prosecutors gave up their efforts to block the website […]

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Bitcoin Has Recovered Nearly 25% of Its Bear Market Price Losses

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 11:00

Bitcoin Has Recovered Nearly 25% of Its Bear Market Price Losses Despite a pullback from 9-month highs overnight, bitcoin has still clawed back nearly a quarter of the losses since its late-2017 record high.

BitOasis Clears Hurdle in Bid to Launch Regulated Crypto Asset Exchange

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 10:00

BitOasis Clears Hurdle in Bid to Launch Regulated Crypto Asset Exchange BitOasis has secured an in-principle approval, taking it one step closer to offering a regulated crypto exchange to the Middle East.

Fans Can Now Bet Crypto on Twitch’s Top ‘Fortnite’ Streams

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 10:00

Fans Can Now Bet Crypto on Twitch’s Top ‘Fortnite’ Streams Esports platform Unikrn is debuting a new product that lets fans bet cryptocurrency on Twitch and other gaming sites.

Crypto Investor Awarded Over $75 Million in SIM-Swapping Hack Case

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 09:00

Crypto Investor Awarded Over $75 Million in SIM-Swapping Hack Case U.S.-based cryptocurrency investor Michael Terpin has been awarded over $75 million in a lawsuit related to a SIM-swapping fraud.

Slowly But Surely: May Was a Quietly Big Month for Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 08:00

Slowly But Surely: May Was a Quietly Big Month for Blockchain Don Tapscott writes that 10 events, in particular, demonstrate just how much innovation we’ve seen during May, the "Month of Blockchain."

From Crypto Winter to DeFi: A Year of Loss and Opportunity

CoinDesk

2019. May. 13. 07:15

From Crypto Winter to DeFi: A Year of Loss and Opportunity The year since the last Consensus event wasn't just a crypto winter. It also included impressive progress in blockchain evolution, writes Michael Casey.

Hacked Crypto Exchange Binance to Resume Deposits and Withdrawals on Tuesday

CoinDesk

2019. May. 12. 22:45

Hacked Crypto Exchange Binance to Resume Deposits and Withdrawals on Tuesday New security efforts will improve Binance as it plans to reopen withdrawals and deposits on Tuesday.

Crypto Meets Techno and Binance Security Breach in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 12. 18:30

Crypto Meets Techno and Binance Security Breach in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com

Crypto meets techno with BCH-inspired music and discussion of the aftermath of the Binance security breach. In addition to learning about the latest developments, the winners of the latest giveaway will be revealed in this week’s video update on Bitcoin.com’s Youtube channel. Also Read: Why Cryptocurrency Investors Are Renouncing Their US Citizenship Crypto Meets Techno […]

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Crypto, Techno and Binance Security in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 12. 18:30

Crypto, Techno and Binance Security in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com

Crypto meets techno with BCH-inspired music and discussion of the aftermath of the Binance security breach. In addition to learning about the latest developments, the winners of the latest giveaway will be revealed in this week’s video update on Bitcoin.com’s Youtube channel. Also Read: Why Cryptocurrency Investors Are Renouncing Their US Citizenship Crypto Meets Techno […]

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Ethereum’s Reddit Moderators Rethink Approach After Community Flashpoint

CoinDesk

2019. May. 12. 15:59

Ethereum’s Reddit Moderators Rethink Approach After Community Flashpoint Controversy surrounding Reddit moderation in the ethereum community has led to mods resigning and new practices being codified on the forum.

Ethereum’s Reddit Moderators Resign Amid Controversy

CoinDesk

2019. May. 12. 15:59

Ethereum’s Reddit Moderators Resign Amid Controversy Controversy surrounding Reddit moderation in the ethereum community has led to mods resigning and new practices being codified on the forum.

Schnorr Signatures Are Coming to Bitcoin Cash – Here’s What You Should Know

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 12. 15:55

Schnorr Signatures Are Coming to Bitcoin Cash – Here’s What You Should Know

On Wednesday, May 15, the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network will be upgraded to incorporate the highly anticipated Schnorr signature algorithm, a digital signature scheme widely known for its simplicity. Also read: Bitcoin History Part 12: When No One Wanted Your BTC Schnorr Sigs Are Coming Next week, the Bitcoin Cash blockchain will be upgraded by […]

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Codename ‘TRUEngine:’ GE Aviation and Microsoft Reveal Aircraft Parts Certification Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 12. 15:30

Codename ‘TRUEngine:’ GE Aviation and Microsoft Reveal Aircraft Parts Certification Blockchain Millions of dollars worth of airplane parts are unusable. GE Aviation's new blockchain tech aims to fix that.

Codename ‘TRUEngine:’ GE Aviation and Microsoft Reveal Aircraft Parts Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 12. 15:30

Codename ‘TRUEngine:’ GE Aviation and Microsoft Reveal Aircraft Parts Blockchain Millions of dollars worth of airplane parts are unusable. GE Aviation's new blockchain tech aims to fix that.

Codename ‘TRUEngine’: GE Aviation, Microsoft Reveal Aircraft Parts Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 12. 15:30

Codename ‘TRUEngine’: GE Aviation, Microsoft Reveal Aircraft Parts Blockchain Millions of dollars worth of airplane parts are unusable. GE Aviation's new blockchain tech aims to fix that.

Blockchain’s Adoption Challenge Is a Human Problem, Not Technical

CoinDesk

2019. May. 12. 13:59

Blockchain’s Adoption Challenge Is a Human Problem, Not Technical The “blockchain” concept has potential to be very powerful, but only if society is willing to change direction and purpose, says Maja Vujinovic.

Track Rising Crypto Prices With Cryptowat.ch

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 12. 13:45

Track Rising Crypto Prices With Cryptowat.ch

Cryptocurrency markets are booming this weekend and traders need adequate and timely information about prices and trends. Cryptowat.ch is an online platform that provides real-time market data and it’s highly customizable to suit the needs of different investors. Also read: Decryptionary Helps New Investors Understand Crypto Terms Online Platform Offers Real-Time Crypto Data and Charts […]

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When the Dust Settles: The Bitfinex Probe Reveals Structural Weaknesses

CoinDesk

2019. May. 12. 13:00

When the Dust Settles: The Bitfinex Probe Reveals Structural Weaknesses The Bitfinex probe highlights not just the lack of reliable banking, but also – somewhat overlooked – the lack of auditing services, says Noelle Acheson.

Bitcoin History Part 12: When No One Wanted Your BTC

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 12. 11:45

Bitcoin History Part 12: When No One Wanted Your BTC

Today, bitcoin is so precious that its hodlers are prone to locking their keys away inside nuclear bunkers, bank vaults, and military grade hardware wallets. But things weren’t always that way. Back in the early days, bitcoin was deemed so undesirable that you would have struggled to give it away, while exchanging it for fiat […]

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Above $7.5K: Bitcoin Price Hits Highest Level Since August 2018

CoinDesk

2019. May. 12. 09:07

Above $7.5K: Bitcoin Price Hits Highest Level Since August 2018 Bitcoin’s price rose above $7,500 on most exchanges for the first time today in over 9 months marking a resurgence of the crypto bull market.

Indian Crypto Traders Undeterred by Ban Rumor

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 12. 03:30

Indian Crypto Traders Undeterred by Ban Rumor

The Indian crypto community is undeterred by the widespread rumor that its government is discussing a bill which could ban some cryptocurrencies. Local crypto exchanges have revealed to news.Bitcoin.com that their trading volumes have been increasing despite this report. Meanwhile, experts have weighed in on this possible bill, and another crypto exchange may be shutting […]

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ConsenSys CEO Predicts Trump Re-Election, Facebook Breakup and Crypto Revival

CoinDesk

2019. May. 11. 23:40

ConsenSys CEO Predicts Trump Re-Election, Facebook Breakup and Crypto Revival To close out the Ethereal Summit, ConsenSys founder Joseph Lubin delivered a keynote address from the year 2047 that foretold social crisis and the rise of Web 3.

$1 Million Bitcoin Scavenger Hunt Attracts 60,000 Digital Sleuths (And New Investors)

CoinDesk

2019. May. 11. 21:00

$1 Million Bitcoin Scavenger Hunt Attracts 60,000 Digital Sleuths (And New Investors) Satoshi's Treasure has attracted enough sponsorship to continue making crypto-centric games even after someone wins this initial prize.

Markets Update: Crypto Bulls Outpace Stocks and Gold

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 11. 20:28

Markets Update: Crypto Bulls Outpace Stocks and Gold

Cryptocurrency markets have been doing extremely well over the last 48 hours, making a lot of prior skeptics think the bearish crypto winter may have ended. Since our last markets update three days ago, the entire cryptoconomy has gained close to $33 billion in value and trading sessions over the last 24 hours produced a […]

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GoTenna Partners With Blockstream Satellite to Make Using Bitcoin Without an Internet Connection Simpler

CoinDesk

2019. May. 11. 19:57

GoTenna Partners With Blockstream Satellite to Make Using Bitcoin Without an Internet Connection Simpler Sending bitcoin transactions without an internet connection just got a little bit easier. Announced at the Magical Crypto Conference on Saturday in New York City, Blockstream Satellite and goTenna are integrating their technologies to make it easier to send bitcoin transactions with technology used to onboard people without direct internet connections. Blockstream Satellite is a […]

Three Very Different Paths to Blockchain Scaling

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 11. 19:28

Three Very Different Paths to Blockchain Scaling

How do you scale a blockchain so that it can process hundreds or even thousands of transactions per second – but without compromising on decentralization? It’s a question that has kept some of the brightest minds in the space awake at night, and some of the more ardent crypto factions sniping at each other for […]

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HTC Says Its Next Smartphone Will Run a Full Bitcoin Node

CoinDesk

2019. May. 11. 19:00

HTC Says Its Next Smartphone Will Run a Full Bitcoin Node HTC plans to release a low-cost smartphone capable of running a full bitcoin node by the end of Q3.

Ethereum Foundation Plans to Spend $30 Million on Ecosystem Development

CoinDesk

2019. May. 11. 16:45

Ethereum Foundation Plans to Spend $30 Million on Ecosystem Development The Ethereum Foundation's executive director, Aya Miyaguchi, announced how much the non-profit aims to spend on critical projects.

Ethereum Foundation to Spend $30 Million on Development Over Next Year

CoinDesk

2019. May. 11. 16:45

Ethereum Foundation to Spend $30 Million on Development Over Next Year The Ethereum Foundation's executive director, Aya Miyaguchi, announced how much the non-profit aims to spend on critical projects.

SLP-Based Token ACD to Gain Traction With Acceptance at Thousands of Shops

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 11. 16:35

SLP-Based Token ACD to Gain Traction With Acceptance at Thousands of Shops

The Simple Ledger Protocol (SLP) has garnered a lot of attention over the last few months as there’s been a wide variety of tokens created on top of the Bitcoin Cash network. On May 10, the Tokyo-based Alliance Cargo Direct revealed the SLP-minted token ACD and bitcoin cash will be accepted by thousands of online […]

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Decryptionary Helps New Investors Understand Crypto Terms

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 11. 10:48

Decryptionary Helps New Investors Understand Crypto Terms

Rising cryptocurrency markets may once again arouse the interest of new investors. The crypto space has its specifics and it takes some effort to acquaint oneself with the terminology. Decryptionary has been created to impart the basic information you need to start understanding Bitcoin better. Also read: How to Generate QR Codes for Crypto Payments […]

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Bitcoin Price Hits 8-Month High Close to $7K

CoinDesk

2019. May. 11. 10:37

Bitcoin Price Hits 8-Month High Close to $7K Bitcoin surged to an eight-month high of $6,964 earlier today, as a bull cross of long-term moving averages occurred for the first time since 2015.

Moving Beyond ‘The Blockchain Is the App’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 11. 09:05

Moving Beyond ‘The Blockchain Is the App’ Blockchains are useless on their own. For decentralized computing to work, they must intersect with other solutions. writes Intel's Mic Bowman.

The Big Question at Ethereal Summit NY: Is DeFi Enough for Ethereum?

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 22:54

The Big Question at Ethereal Summit NY: Is DeFi Enough for Ethereum? Day 1 of the ConsenSys-organized Ethereal Summit offered thoughts on the future of ethereum.

Boston Fed Announces Plans To Design a Blockchain ‘Supervisory Node’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 20:45

Boston Fed Announces Plans To Design a Blockchain ‘Supervisory Node’ The Boston Federal Reserve is close to launching their own private supervisory node.

Munich Re Insures Curv’s Crypto Wallet To the Tune of $50 Million

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 20:30

Munich Re Insures Curv’s Crypto Wallet To the Tune of $50 Million Crypto wallet firm Curv has obtained up to $50 million of insurance coverage for institutional customers from Munich Re.

Vitalik Buterin, Joe Lubin Back $700K Donation to Ethereum Project MolochDAO

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 19:20

Vitalik Buterin, Joe Lubin Back $700K Donation to Ethereum Project MolochDAO An ethereum funding initiative from the CEO of SpankChain is getting a major boost from two of the blockchain's biggest names.

QuadrigaCX Has $21 Million in Assets and Owes $160 Million: EY Report

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 18:45

QuadrigaCX Has $21 Million in Assets and Owes $160 Million: EY Report QuadrigaCX owes creditors $160 million, but only has $21 million in assets, according to court-appointed monitor EY's latest report.

William Shatner Joins Effort to Fight Collectibles Fraud With Blockchain ‘Passports’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 18:00

William Shatner Joins Effort to Fight Collectibles Fraud With Blockchain ‘Passports’ Star Trek acting legend and producer William Shatner has joined an initiative to tackle fake memorabilia and collectibles using blockchain tech.

Cannacord Analysts Predict Bitcoin Price Return to $20K In 2021

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 17:20

Cannacord Analysts Predict Bitcoin Price Return to $20K In 2021 Analysts predict that bitcoin's price will return to its $20K high in March 2021.

Canaccord Analysts Predict Bitcoin Price Return to $20K In 2021

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 17:20

Canaccord Analysts Predict Bitcoin Price Return to $20K In 2021 Analysts predict that bitcoin's price will return to its $20K high in March 2021.

US Senators Seek Information on Facebook’s ‘Libra’ Crypto Project

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 15:00

US Senators Seek Information on Facebook’s ‘Libra’ Crypto Project The U.S. Senate Banking Committee wants to know more about Facebook's crypto project.

Crypto Heresy: Question Blockstream on Twitter and You’ll Be Blocked

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 10. 14:40

Crypto Heresy: Question Blockstream on Twitter and You’ll Be Blocked

Crypto Twitter (CT) is a grueling battleground between digital currency enthusiasts, company executives, maximalists, journalists, lawyers, and so-called thought leaders and luminaries. For instance, on May 8, reporter Larry Cermak posted data concerning Blockstream and its sidechain project Liquid’s performance over the last seven months. After Cermak shared unbiased figures and queried an alleged conflict […]

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Mike Cagney’s Startup Closes $1 Billion Credit Line on a Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 13:00

Mike Cagney’s Startup Closes $1 Billion Credit Line on a Blockchain Figure Technologies, a fintech startup founded by former SoFi CEO Mike Cagney, has closed up to $1 billion “uncommitted” line of credit on a blockchain.

Ex-SoFI CEO’s Startup Closes $1 Billion Credit Line on a Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 13:00

Ex-SoFI CEO’s Startup Closes $1 Billion Credit Line on a Blockchain Figure Technologies, founded by former SoFi CEO Mike Cagney, has closed a $1 billion “uncommitted” line of credit on a blockchain.

What’s Holding Back Bitcoin in Venezuela? This Group Is Investigating

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 13:00

What’s Holding Back Bitcoin in Venezuela? This Group Is Investigating The Open Money Initiative is bringing insights from Venezuela to help crypto startups make better tools for people in distressed economies.

How to Generate QR Codes for Crypto Payments

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 10. 12:32

How to Generate QR Codes for Crypto Payments

Businesses and projects in the crypto space have an incentive to facilitate cryptocurrency payments for their customers and users. With QR codes, acquiring a recipient’s address is easy – all it takes is a quick scan with a smartphone. A platform called Cwaqrgen provides a tool to generate codes. Also read: Stay in Touch With […]

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Crypto Wallet Abra Adds In-App Support for ‘Thousands’ of US Banks

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 12:00

Crypto Wallet Abra Adds In-App Support for ‘Thousands’ of US Banks Crypto wallet Abra now let users connect to “thousands” of U.S. banks. It's also added withdrawals for all 30 supported cryptos.

As Bitcoin Continues Its Climb, Top Altcoins Also Tease Breakout

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 11:00

As Bitcoin Continues Its Climb, Top Altcoins Also Tease Breakout Bitcoin's ascent continues, with prices hitting new multi-month highs earlier today, and other top cryptos may soon join the party.

As Bitcoin Continues Its Climb, Top Crypto Assets Tease Breakouts

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 11:00

As Bitcoin Continues Its Climb, Top Crypto Assets Tease Breakouts Bitcoin's ascent continues, with prices hitting new multi-month highs earlier today, and other top cryptos like litecoin may soon join the party.

Ethereum Stablecoin DAI Has Returned to Its Highly Sought Dollar Value

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 10:15

Ethereum Stablecoin DAI Has Returned to Its Highly Sought Dollar Value For the first time in months, the dollar-pegged stablecoin DAI is trading on major cryptocurrency exchanges actually at $1.

Ethereum Stablecoin DAI Is Trending Towards Its Highly Sought Dollar Value

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 10:15

Ethereum Stablecoin DAI Is Trending Towards Its Highly Sought Dollar Value After four months, the ethereum-based stablecoin DAI looks to be maintaining a steady dollar valuation.

Deepdotweb Duo Indicted for Linking to Darknet Markets

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 10. 09:52

Deepdotweb Duo Indicted for Linking to Darknet Markets

Federal indictments unsealed on May 8 have revealed further details of the case against Deepdotweb’s operators. Tal Prihar, 37, an Israeli citizen residing in Brazil, and Michael Phan, 34, an Israeli in Tel Aviv, have technically been charged with money laundering. The feds have made it very clear, however, what they believe the real crime […]

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Binance, Bitfinex and Tether: What’s the Worst That Can Happen?

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 09:30

Binance, Bitfinex and Tether: What’s the Worst That Can Happen? Recent events involving Binance, Bitfinex and Tether suggest there's potential for "catastrophic, systemic risk in crypto," Dan Cawrey argues.

PR: ACD Launches Coin Buy Back Project

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 10. 09:30

PR: ACD Launches Coin Buy Back Project

ACD's new exciting project is the brainchild of Bitcoin.com's CEO Roger Ver and ACD's CEO Yasuhiro Sonoda. ACD has decided to start the "ACD Coin Buy Back Project," where a certain number of ACD coins will be bought back when payment is processed using BCH and ACD Coin at online and affiliate shops around the world.

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Crypto Exchange Binance Says It’s Revamping Security in Post-Hack Update

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 08:37

Crypto Exchange Binance Says It’s Revamping Security in Post-Hack Update Cryptocurrency exchange Binance said it is revamping security measures after losing some 7,000 bitcoin in a hack earlier this week.

A New Crypto ETF Has Just Been Filed With the U.S. SEC

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 08:30

A New Crypto ETF Has Just Been Filed With the U.S. SEC A prospectus for a new bitcoin and ether-based exchange-traded fund has just been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

All of It Dark, All of It P2P: After the Binance Hack, Bitcoin Doesn’t Cut It

CoinDesk

2019. May. 10. 07:15

All of It Dark, All of It P2P: After the Binance Hack, Bitcoin Doesn’t Cut It That Binance could have colluded with miners to roll back hack transactions means bitcoin is not resistant enough to censorship, says Amir Taaki.

Renewed Market Growth Has Sparked Demand for Crypto-Backed Loans

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 10. 02:31

Renewed Market Growth Has Sparked Demand for Crypto-Backed Loans

With cryptocurrency markets back to life, hodling sounds like a smart strategy once again. Cryptocurrency owners are now more likely to pledge coins to borrow fiat if they need it, rather than sell their appreciating digital assets. The spread of crypto-backed loans could also be a good indicator of investor sentiment. According to a source […]

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Crypto Adoption Remains Strong in Venezuela Amid Political Chaos

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 09. 23:55

Crypto Adoption Remains Strong in Venezuela Amid Political Chaos

The political tension in Venezuela has affected local cryptocurrency adoption. While there are roadblocks, many crypto-advocating projects continue to thrive in the country. News.Bitcoin.com takes a deep look at the current situation in Venezuela, crypto adoption efforts and how the recent political crisis affects them. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s […]

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Crypto Adoption Strong in Venezuela Despite Political Chaos

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 09. 23:55

Crypto Adoption Strong in Venezuela Despite Political Chaos

The political tension in Venezuela has affected local cryptocurrency adoption. While there are roadblocks, many crypto-advocating projects continue to thrive in the country. News.Bitcoin.com takes a deep look at the current situation in Venezuela, crypto adoption efforts and how the recent political crisis affects them. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s […]

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Crypto Adoption Strong in Venezuela Despite Political Crisis

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 09. 23:55

Crypto Adoption Strong in Venezuela Despite Political Crisis

The political tension in Venezuela has affected local cryptocurrency adoption. While there are roadblocks, many crypto-advocating projects continue to thrive in the country. News.Bitcoin.com takes a deep look at the current situation in Venezuela, crypto adoption efforts and how the recent political crisis affects them. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s […]

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Bitcoin’s Software Has Been Rolled Back Before

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 09. 21:35

Bitcoin’s Software Has Been Rolled Back Before

When Binance lost $40 million to hackers this week, the crypto community discussed reorganizing the chain after it was suggested by a developer from MIT. Many people were upset by this proposition, declaring that there was no way a coordinated effort with miners could be pulled off. However, most bitcoiners don’t seem to remember that […]

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Halving Rally: Litecoin’s Price Logs Biggest Monthly Winning Streak Since 2017

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 21:30

Halving Rally: Litecoin’s Price Logs Biggest Monthly Winning Streak Since 2017 Litecoin's next block reward halving is now less than 90 days away, but the world's sixth largest cryptocurrency may still have room to run before investors "sell the news."

Crypto-Friendly US Congress Members Join New Fintech Task Force

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 20:45

Crypto-Friendly US Congress Members Join New Fintech Task Force The U.S. House of Representatives is launching a task force to examine financial technology, including blockchain.

SEC Commissioner Fears ‘Heel-Dragging’ Will Stifle Crypto Innovation

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 19:31

SEC Commissioner Fears ‘Heel-Dragging’ Will Stifle Crypto Innovation SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce is worried that the regulators are moving too slowly for the crypto ecosystem.

Weekly Bitcoin Price Indicator Prints Strongest Bull Signal Since Early 2018

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 18:20

Weekly Bitcoin Price Indicator Prints Strongest Bull Signal Since Early 2018 Bitcoin's weekly relative strength index (RSI) has printed its highest value since 2018, showing its momentum is firmly back in bullish territory.

Desktop Crypto Mining App HoneyMiner Comes to MacOS

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 17:45

Desktop Crypto Mining App HoneyMiner Comes to MacOS HoneyMiner, the desktop-based crypto miner, now works on MacOS.

Despite $100K Pledged to Charity, Adam Back Remains Silent Over Proposed Debate

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 09. 17:32

Despite $100K Pledged to Charity, Adam Back Remains Silent Over Proposed Debate

There’s over $100,000 on the line that could be given to charity for about an hour of Adam Back’s time. If he chooses to debate Bitcoin Unlimited’s Peter Rizun over why he thinks it’s a bad idea to scale with larger blocks, Paxful’s Ray Youssef‏ has pledged $100K in addition to Roger Ver’s initial $10K […]

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FinCEN Says Some Dapps Are Subject to US Money Transmitter Rules

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 17:30

FinCEN Says Some Dapps Are Subject to US Money Transmitter Rules Decentralized applications (dapps) may sometimes qualify as money transmitters under U.S. law, FinCEN said.

‘We’ll Tokenize the House’: Mortgages Are Coming to Ethereum This Summer

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 17:00

‘We’ll Tokenize the House’: Mortgages Are Coming to Ethereum This Summer Fintech startup Fluidity plans to launch ethereum-powered mortgages in California and New York, CoinDesk has learned.

‘Critical’ MakerDAO Vulnerability Could Have Frozen Voter Funds, Auditors Say

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 16:27

‘Critical’ MakerDAO Vulnerability Could Have Frozen Voter Funds, Auditors Say The vulnerability that was disclosed by the MakerDAO Foundation this week could have put user funds in jeopardy by preventing withdrawals of MKR tokens.

Fundamental Labs Fund to Invest $44 Million in Brand-New Bitcoin Miners

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 15:30

Fundamental Labs Fund to Invest $44 Million in Brand-New Bitcoin Miners A bitcoin mining fund is investing $44 million in brand-new hardware, a longer-term bet than most are making.

Why Cryptocurrency Investors Are Renouncing Their US Citizenship

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 09. 15:15

Why Cryptocurrency Investors Are Renouncing Their US Citizenship

Andrew Henderson is the founder of Nomad Capitalist, a company which helps people from around the world move to different countries while minimizing their tax obligations. In recent years the company has created plans for dozens of people who made their wealth from the cryptocurrency sector, including business owners, traders, investors and consultants. News.Bitcoin.com interviewed […]

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Bitfinex Token Sale Has Lined Up $1 Billion in Commitments, Shareholder Says

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 14:35

Bitfinex Token Sale Has Lined Up $1 Billion in Commitments, Shareholder Says Bitfinex's parent has received $1 billion in hard and soft commitments for its exchange token sale, a shareholder says.

Hong Kong Fund’s Projected $400 Million Overstock Investment Ends With $5 Million Close

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 14:05

Hong Kong Fund’s Projected $400 Million Overstock Investment Ends With $5 Million Close GSR Capital has closed on its investment in Overstock.com's tZERO, security token platform, after months of delays.

CryptoKitty Creators Release New ‘Easy-To-Use’ Ethereum Wallet

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 13:25

CryptoKitty Creators Release New ‘Easy-To-Use’ Ethereum Wallet The creators of CryptoKitties have come out with a new wallet called Dapper.

BitGo Hires Former Wall Street Forex Trading Exec

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 13:00

BitGo Hires Former Wall Street Forex Trading Exec Crypto custody provider BitGo has hired Nick Carmi, former head of forex trading at a number of Wall Street banks.

Stay in Touch With Markets Using the Cryptowatch App

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 09. 12:45

Stay in Touch With Markets Using the Cryptowatch App

Cryptocurrency prices and market trends are constantly in flux. Cryptowatch is an Android Wear application that updates users about price changes on the go. It’s always with you, even when your smartphone is not around or runs out of battery. Also read: Coin 360 Provides Color-Based Crypto Market Data Android Wear Cryptowatch App Keeps You […]

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Trading Firms Propose ‘Bad Actors Blacklist’ to Clean Up Crypto Industry

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 12:00

Trading Firms Propose ‘Bad Actors Blacklist’ to Clean Up Crypto Industry Cryptocurrency trading firms held a Chicago meeting to discuss ways to prevent the rising numbers of hacks and scams in the industry.

Bitcoin’s Market Share Hits 8-Month High as Price Passes $6K

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 11:15

Bitcoin’s Market Share Hits 8-Month High as Price Passes $6K Bitcoin's recent rally looks sustainable, according to the charts, and the cryptocurrency's rising dominance rate suggests investors are bullish.

There’s a New Medici Bank After 500 Years, And This Time It’s Crypto-Friendly

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 10:00

There’s a New Medici Bank After 500 Years, And This Time It’s Crypto-Friendly A descendant of the famed Medici Italian banking family has opened a cryptocurrency-friendly bank in Puerto Rico.

JPMorgan Has Quietly Rebooted the Blockchain Tech Behind Its JPM Coin

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 09:00

JPMorgan Has Quietly Rebooted the Blockchain Tech Behind Its JPM Coin JPMorgan has been replacing key privacy components of its Quorum blockchain platform over the past six months.

JPMorgan Quietly Reboots the Blockchain Behind Its JPM Coin Cryptocurrency

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 09:00

JPMorgan Quietly Reboots the Blockchain Behind Its JPM Coin Cryptocurrency JPMorgan has been replacing key privacy components of its Quorum blockchain platform over the past six months.

Facebook Softens Policy on Crypto and Blockchain Ads

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 07:30

Facebook Softens Policy on Crypto and Blockchain Ads Over a year after its outright ban, Facebook has further lifted some restrictions on cryptocurrency and blockchain related advertisements.

Florincoin – the 2014 Altcoin You Don’t Remember – Is Attracting Real Users

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 04:00

Florincoin – the 2014 Altcoin You Don’t Remember – Is Attracting Real Users An obscure cryptocurrency that first started getting noticed during the 2014 altcoin boom is showing itself a true diamond in the rough.

Florincoin – The 2013 Altcoin You Don’t Remember – Is Attracting Real Users

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 04:00

Florincoin – The 2013 Altcoin You Don’t Remember – Is Attracting Real Users An obscure cryptocurrency that first started getting noticed during the 2014 altcoin boom is showing itself a true diamond in the rough.

Above $6,000: Bitcoin’s Price Spikes to 6-Month High

CoinDesk

2019. May. 09. 01:34

Above $6,000: Bitcoin’s Price Spikes to 6-Month High The price of bitcoin (BTC) rose above $6,000 today with a market cap above $100 billion for the first time in nearly six months.

Zebpay Opens Crypto Exchange In Australia

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 22:00

Zebpay Opens Crypto Exchange In Australia Popular crypto exchange Zebpay has announced that it is going down under... to Australia.

‘A Loan Shark Situation’: MakerDAO Is Leaving Crypto Borrowers With Rising Bills – And They’re Crying Foul

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 21:40

‘A Loan Shark Situation’: MakerDAO Is Leaving Crypto Borrowers With Rising Bills – And They’re Crying Foul With the DAI stability fee rising nearly 40-fold in three months, early borrowers are feeling the pinch.

‘A Loan Shark Situation’: MakerDAO Is Leaving Crypto Borrowers With Rising Bills

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 21:40

‘A Loan Shark Situation’: MakerDAO Is Leaving Crypto Borrowers With Rising Bills With the DAI stability fee rising nearly 40-fold in three months, early borrowers are feeling the pinch.

DeepDotWeb Defendants Used Bitcoin to Hide Criminal Proceeds, Say Feds

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 21:00

DeepDotWeb Defendants Used Bitcoin to Hide Criminal Proceeds, Say Feds U.S. authorities formally charged the moderators of DeepDotWeb with money laundering using bitcoin and other crimes.

What a Bitcoin ‘Reorg’ Is and What Binance Has to Do With It

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 19:41

What a Bitcoin ‘Reorg’ Is and What Binance Has to Do With It The suggestion to reverse transactions on the bitcoin blockchain has caused an uproar on social media with several community members espousing such an idea is not only infeasible but reckless.

Markets Update: Crypto Prices Show Strong Recovery After Binance Loss

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 08. 19:39

Markets Update: Crypto Prices Show Strong Recovery After Binance Loss

Cryptocurrency markets are doing much better the day after the digital asset exchange Binance lost roughly 7,000 BTC ($40 million). Immediately after the trading platform officially announced the multi-million dollar loss, the cryptoconomy shed billions but since then most digital assets have recovered and markets are doing surprisingly well. Also read: $500K of BCH Shuffled […]

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Hackers Are Shuffling Binance’s Stolen Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 17:56

Hackers Are Shuffling Binance’s Stolen Bitcoin The Binance hackers are moving their stolen BTC into smaller and smaller wallets in an effort to hide their tracks.

Children of the Crypto Revolution – Join Us!

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 17:00

Children of the Crypto Revolution – Join Us! Crypto is the new counterculture, and you, yes you are invited. You gotta start believing!

Blockchain Researchers Mock Craig Wright’s Unsealed Bitcoin Address List

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 08. 16:48

Blockchain Researchers Mock Craig Wright’s Unsealed Bitcoin Address List

The ongoing lawsuit between the relatives of Dave Kleiman and Craig Wright continues to unfold as a filing has been unsealed that shows a list of addresses tied to the first 70 bitcoin blocks Wright claims to have mined. However, not long after the redacted list was unsealed, researchers at Wizsec Security studied the addresses […]

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Samsung’s ‘Digital Transformation Framework’ Includes Blockchain Tech

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 16:10

Samsung’s ‘Digital Transformation Framework’ Includes Blockchain Tech Samsung SDS is adding blockchain tech to its enterprise IT offerings.

Ethereum-Powered Social Network Cent Launches Payments via Chat

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 16:01

Ethereum-Powered Social Network Cent Launches Payments via Chat Cent now enables direct messages with ether payments, even without downloading crypto wallet software.

Over 50 Banks, Firms Trial Trade Finance App Built With R3’s Corda Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 13:30

Over 50 Banks, Firms Trial Trade Finance App Built With R3’s Corda Blockchain ABN Amro, Standard Chartered and around 50 other firms have participated in tests of Voltron, a trade finance platform built with R3's Corda.

London-Listed Argo Blockchain Adds 1,000 Miners in Bid to Salvage Stock Price

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 12:20

London-Listed Argo Blockchain Adds 1,000 Miners in Bid to Salvage Stock Price Struggling crypto mining firm Argo Blockchain says it's expecting to break even in the second quarter after an investment in new equipment.

Bitcoin Price Retreats But Bull Case Intact Above $5.7K

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 11:00

Bitcoin Price Retreats But Bull Case Intact Above $5.7K Bitcoin's bullish case is still intact after a pullback from 5.5-month highs, but prices must be held above key support at $5,700.

Major Players Discuss BTC Rollback Following Exchange Hack

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 08. 10:40

Major Players Discuss BTC Rollback Following Exchange Hack

The idea of rolling back the clock on cryptocurrency transactions to reverse a situation people are unhappy with is highly contentious. As such, many were shocked to hear that a number of major players in the industry had even discussed a rollback of BTC following the Binance exchange hack. Also Read: Keys4coins Lets You Buy […]

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Major Players Discuss BTC Rollback Following an Alleged Exchange Hack

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 08. 10:40

Major Players Discuss BTC Rollback Following an Alleged Exchange Hack

The idea of rolling back the clock on cryptocurrency transactions to reverse a situation people are unhappy with is highly contentious. As such, many were shocked to hear that a number of major players in the industry had even discussed a rollback of BTC following an alleged exchange hack. Also Read: Keys4coins Lets You Buy […]

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Bitstamp Hires Ex-Coinbase Trading Head to Court Wall Street Money

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 10:00

Bitstamp Hires Ex-Coinbase Trading Head to Court Wall Street Money Europe-based crypto exchange Bitstamp has hired former Coinbase trading head and Wall Street veteran Hunter Merghart to lead its U.S. operations.

Alleged Multibillion-Dollar Crypto Pyramid Scheme OneCoin Sued by Former Investor

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 09:31

Alleged Multibillion-Dollar Crypto Pyramid Scheme OneCoin Sued by Former Investor The cryptocurrency investment scheme OneCoin, widely claimed to be a fraud, is being sued by a former investor over her losses.

Alleged Multibillion-Dollar Pyramid Scheme OneCoin Sued by Former Investor

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 09:31

Alleged Multibillion-Dollar Pyramid Scheme OneCoin Sued by Former Investor The cryptocurrency investment scheme OneCoin, widely claimed to be a fraud, is being sued by a former investor over her losses.

PR: Bitcoin.com and Cred Partner to Offer Lending and Borrowing

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 08. 09:30

PR: Bitcoin.com and Cred Partner to Offer Lending and Borrowing

SAN FRANCISCO and TOKYO-- Bitcoin.com, the leading source for Bitcoin information with over 4 million Bitcoin wallets, and Cred, the leading provider of crypto borrowing and lending with over $300 million in credit facilities, today announced a partnership that will allow Bitcoin.com customers to earn up to 10% of interest on their Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash.

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Bitfinex Releases Official White Paper for $1 Billion Exchange Token Offering

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 08:45

Bitfinex Releases Official White Paper for $1 Billion Exchange Token Offering Crypto exchange Bitfinex’s $1 billion private token sale will launch next month, according to its just-released official white paper.

Keys4coins Lets You Buy Digital Video Game Licenses With Bitcoin Cash

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 08. 08:00

Keys4coins Lets You Buy Digital Video Game Licenses With Bitcoin Cash

Video gaming is the biggest entertainment industry in the world right now and as most PC games are sold online to a young and tech-savvy demographic, they are a perfect fit for cryptocurrency payments. One platform taking advantage of this by selling digital game licenses for bitcoin cash is Keys4coins. Also Read: How to Pay […]

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Staking, Ethereum’s Mining Alternative, Will Be Profitable – But Barely

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 07:00

Staking, Ethereum’s Mining Alternative, Will Be Profitable – But Barely The new miners of ethereum 2.0 are expected to make a small but positive profit for creating new blocks and validating transactions on the network.

Binance May Consider Bitcoin Rollback Following $40 Million Hack

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 04:45

Binance May Consider Bitcoin Rollback Following $40 Million Hack Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao said the team is deciding on whether it will do a rollback on the bitcoin network after hackers stole 7,000 bitcoin.

Binance May Consider Pushing for Bitcoin Rollback Following $40 Million Hack

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 04:45

Binance May Consider Pushing for Bitcoin Rollback Following $40 Million Hack Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao said the team is deciding on whether it will do a rollback on the bitcoin network after hackers stole 7,000 bitcoin.

Binance Considered Pushing for Bitcoin Rollback Following $40 Million Hack

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 04:45

Binance Considered Pushing for Bitcoin Rollback Following $40 Million Hack Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao earlier today said he and his team were considering pushing for a rollback on the bitcoin network after hackers stole 7,000 bitcoin.

Binance Considered Pushing for Bitcoin ‘Rollback’ Following $40 Million Hack

CoinDesk

2019. May. 08. 04:45

Binance Considered Pushing for Bitcoin ‘Rollback’ Following $40 Million Hack Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao earlier today said he and his team were considering pushing for a rollback on the bitcoin network after a $40 million hack.

Hackers Steal $40.7 Million in Bitcoin From Crypto Exchange Binance

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 23:57

Hackers Steal $40.7 Million in Bitcoin From Crypto Exchange Binance Crypto exchange Binance has disclosed a 7,000 BTC loss following the discovery of what it called a "large scale security breach."

Feds Seize News Site Deepdotweb as Darknet Crackdown Intensifies

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 07. 22:07

Feds Seize News Site Deepdotweb as Darknet Crackdown Intensifies

The FBI, working in conjunction with its European partners, has struck another blow against darknet markets (DNMs). On this occasion, it’s a particularly low blow, as news website Deepdotweb has become the latest victim of its interminable war on drugs. On May 7, both its clearnet and darknet domains were seized, and the operators arrested […]

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New App Lets You Create Instant Crypto Collectables

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 21:35

New App Lets You Create Instant Crypto Collectables A new app called Editional by former Facebook employees John Egan and Zac Morris wants to create a place where you can create crypto collectables.

FBI Seizes Popular Dark Market Search Site DeepDotWeb for Money Laundering

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 20:00

FBI Seizes Popular Dark Market Search Site DeepDotWeb for Money Laundering The FBI has seized DeepDotWeb, a comparison search system and news site for dark web markets, for alleged money laundering.

Orchid Tops $43 Million Raised in Token Sale for Crypto Tor Alternative

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 19:57

Orchid Tops $43 Million Raised in Token Sale for Crypto Tor Alternative The project behind a blockchain protocol designed to enable private internet browsing has raised another $7 million in funding, CoinDesk has learned. According to the company, Orchid Labs has now raised a total of $43 million on an offered $125 million in a pre-sale of a token that will power its still-in-development technology. “Orchid Labs’ mission is […]

Bitmain Discloses 88% Drop In Its Own Bitcoin Mining Power

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 19:15

Bitmain Discloses 88% Drop In Its Own Bitcoin Mining Power Bitmain's internal bitcoin mining operations are generating 88 percent less computing power than a month ago, suggesting the industry giant has cut capacity.

Bitmain Discloses 88% Reduction In Own Bitcoin Mining Power

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 19:15

Bitmain Discloses 88% Reduction In Own Bitcoin Mining Power Bitmain's internal bitcoin mining operations are generating 88 percent less computing power than a month ago, suggesting the industry giant has cut capacity.

FTC Sues Smart Backpack Crowdfunder Who Spent Proceeds On Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 17:47

FTC Sues Smart Backpack Crowdfunder Who Spent Proceeds On Bitcoin The Federal Trade Commission is suing a crowdfunder who promised a smart backpack but instead spent the proceeds on bitcoin.

Privacy Cryptocurrency Grin Receives Mysterious $300K Bitcoin Donation

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 17:15

Privacy Cryptocurrency Grin Receives Mysterious $300K Bitcoin Donation The developers behind the cryptocurrency project Grin are reporting that they have received an anonymous donation of 50 BTC.

Schnorr Signatures Await Bitcoin Cash as the Next Fork Draws Near

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 07. 16:35

Schnorr Signatures Await Bitcoin Cash as the Next Fork Draws Near

The Bitcoin Cash network is scheduled to fork on May 15 and the community has been steadily preparing for the next upgrade, which will entail the addition of Schnorr signatures and Segwit recovery exemption. Also read: A Look at Openbazaar’s Multi-Currency Wallet and Vendor Listings Bitcoin Cash Upgrade Time: May 15, 2019, Shortly After 12 […]

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Schnorr Signatures Await Bitcoin Cash as the Next Upgrade Draws Near

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 07. 16:35

Schnorr Signatures Await Bitcoin Cash as the Next Upgrade Draws Near

The Bitcoin Cash network is scheduled to fork on May 15 and the community has been steadily preparing for the next upgrade, which will entail the addition of Schnorr signatures and Segwit recovery exemption. Also read: A Look at Openbazaar’s Multi-Currency Wallet and Vendor Listings Bitcoin Cash Upgrade Time: May 15, 2019, Shortly After 12 […]

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Starbucks to Track Coffee Using Microsoft’s Blockchain Service

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 14:25

Starbucks to Track Coffee Using Microsoft’s Blockchain Service Starbucks aims to give consumers and farmers more data on its coffee products using a blockchain service from Microsoft.

Homeland Security Warns Bots Are Exploiting Decentralized Crypto Exchanges

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 13:00

Homeland Security Warns Bots Are Exploiting Decentralized Crypto Exchanges The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has warned that "predatory users" are using bots to exploit decentralized crypto exchanges.

‘Predatory’ Bots Exploiting Decentralized Crypto Exchanges: Report

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 13:00

‘Predatory’ Bots Exploiting Decentralized Crypto Exchanges: Report Arbitrage bots are exploiting "inefficiencies" in decentralized exchanges (DEX), according to a report.

Messaging Giant WeChat Bans Merchant Users From Crypto Trading

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 12:16

Messaging Giant WeChat Bans Merchant Users From Crypto Trading Chinese messaging giant WeChat has updated its payments policy that will prevent merchants on the platform from engaging in crypto-related activities.  

Thai Central Bank Builds Blockchain Solution for Digital Currency Project

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 12:00

Thai Central Bank Builds Blockchain Solution for Digital Currency Project The Bank of Thailand has moved ahead with its digital currency project lnthanon by building a blockchain-based prototype solution to settle inter-bank payments.

ASX Is Letting Clients Test Its In-the-Works Blockchain Settlement System

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 12:00

ASX Is Letting Clients Test Its In-the-Works Blockchain Settlement System The Australian Securities Exchange now has a customer testing environment for its blockchain-based clearing and settlement system, due in 2021.

Coin 360 Provides Color-Based Crypto Market Data

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 07. 11:40

Coin 360 Provides Color-Based Crypto Market Data

Websites dedicated to cryptocurrency data are prone to looking dull and overcrowded with numbers, percentages and charts that may put off newcomers to the space. Platforms such as Coin 360 are more intuitive for users, providing an easy to comprehend visual representation of the current market. Also read: Celsius Wallet App Offers Interest and Loans […]

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Bitcoin Price Eyes Break Above $6,000 Ahead of New York Blockchain Week

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 11:15

Bitcoin Price Eyes Break Above $6,000 Ahead of New York Blockchain Week Bitcoin is gaining altitude in line with the bullish developments on the technical charts and could soon rise above the psychological level of $6,000.

‘One-Stop Shop’ for Crypto Mining and Trading to Launch Spot Market May 23

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 10:00

‘One-Stop Shop’ for Crypto Mining and Trading to Launch Spot Market May 23 Crypto mining and exchange startup Bcause is weeks away from launching a spot trading market for bitcoin, ether, bitcoin cash and litecoin.

Microsoft Releases Ethereum App Development Kit for Azure Cloud

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 09:25

Microsoft Releases Ethereum App Development Kit for Azure Cloud Tech giant Microsoft has released a suite of tools allowing clients to build ethereum-based apps on its cloud computing platform Azure.

Alibaba’s Ant Financial Backs $10 Million Round for Blockchain Privacy Startup

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 08:00

Alibaba’s Ant Financial Backs $10 Million Round for Blockchain Privacy Startup Alibaba affiliate Ant Financial has participated in a $10 million funding round for blockchain privacy startup QEDIT and is using the firm's tech.

Bitcoin Miners Send Message at Fidelity: We Run on Clean Energy, Not Dirty Coal

CoinDesk

2019. May. 07. 04:20

Bitcoin Miners Send Message at Fidelity: We Run on Clean Energy, Not Dirty Coal Bitcoin miners made the case for their industry as a driver of clean energy adoption, rather than an ecological disaster, at Fidelity’s Mining Summit.

Pieter Wuille Unveils Two Proposals for Upcoming Bitcoin Privacy Soft Fork

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 22:15

Pieter Wuille Unveils Two Proposals for Upcoming Bitcoin Privacy Soft Fork Bitcoin developer Pieter Wuille unveiled two proposals today that offer new plans for bitcoin's possible next big upgrade.

Gupta Out at ConsenSys Ventures in Shake-Up at Ethereum Startup

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 21:25

Gupta Out at ConsenSys Ventures in Shake-Up at Ethereum Startup Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin is reorganizing his Brooklyn-based firm ConsenSys with a new approach to venture backing.

Judge Asks NYAG to Narrow Scope of ‘Amorphous’ Bitfinex Document Request

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 20:35

Judge Asks NYAG to Narrow Scope of ‘Amorphous’ Bitfinex Document Request A judge has ordered Bitfinex to turn over documents to the New York Attorney General, but only once the scope of the request is narrowed.

Buffet Calls Bitcoin a ‘Gambling Device’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 19:30

Buffet Calls Bitcoin a ‘Gambling Device’ Warren Buffet told reporters at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska that he still couldn't support bitcoin.

New York Prosecutors Demand Transparency From Bitfinex and Tether

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 06. 19:15

New York Prosecutors Demand Transparency From Bitfinex and Tether

The crypto community has been laser focused on the current dilemma between Bitfinex exchange and New York prosecutors over the alleged loss of $850 million of co-mingled customer and corporate funds. After the craziness last week, the New York Attorney General’s (NYAG) office has now demanded that Bitfinex must show transparency by turning over documents […]

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DUST Adds Physical Products to the Blockchain

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 18:30

DUST Adds Physical Products to the Blockchain New diamond coatings promise to connect physical objects to blockchains. Now users of SAP's cloud service can try it out.

Bitfinex: NYAG’s Order Is Hurting Our Customers and the Crypto Market

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 15:30

Bitfinex: NYAG’s Order Is Hurting Our Customers and the Crypto Market Bitfinex customers may suffer if it can't tap a credit line from Tether, the firms' lawyers say in a new filing in the New York Attorney General case.

Don’t Trust Bitcoin Mixers and Other Opsec Lessons From the Darknet

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 06. 15:05

Don’t Trust Bitcoin Mixers and Other Opsec Lessons From the Darknet

When darknet markets are shut down these days, the arrests don’t generate much fanfare. There’s a day of press at best, and then the media moves on to bigger stories, leaving the fate of the DNM operators unreported as their case grinds through the courts. This is a shame, as the indictments for the accused […]

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FCC Eyes Blockchain to Better Manage Scarce Wireless Spectrums

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 14:10

FCC Eyes Blockchain to Better Manage Scarce Wireless Spectrums The FCC could one day use blockchain to monitor and manage wireless spectrums to support the growing requirements of the internet of things.

Foam Turns to Token Grants to Build Out Decentralized Mapping Platform

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 13:00

Foam Turns to Token Grants to Build Out Decentralized Mapping Platform Following a $16.5 million token sale, geolocation startup Foam may have found a token-curated registry model that works.

Crypto Crime Blotter: Scammers Dupe Jersey Island Man Out of £1.2 million, Backpage Laundered Cash With Crypto

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 12:30

Crypto Crime Blotter: Scammers Dupe Jersey Island Man Out of £1.2 million, Backpage Laundered Cash With Crypto Did Backpage launder cash through crypto? What happened to three Germans on the DarkWeb? This week's Crypto Crime Blotter.

Report: Fidelity to Roll Out Crypto Trading ‘Within a Few Weeks’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 12:25

Report: Fidelity to Roll Out Crypto Trading ‘Within a Few Weeks’ Fidelity is launching cryptocurrency trading service for institutional customers “within a few weeks," according to Bloomberg source.

Craig Wright Ordered to Disclose Bitcoin Addresses in Kleiman Court Case

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 12:00

Craig Wright Ordered to Disclose Bitcoin Addresses in Kleiman Court Case A U.S. court has ordered self-proclaimed bitcoin inventor Craig Wright to disclose bitcoin addresses from 2013 in an ongoing lawsuit.

Bitcoin Risks Pullback After Rejections at Key 2018 Price Hurdle

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 11:00

Bitcoin Risks Pullback After Rejections at Key 2018 Price Hurdle Bitcoin could be in for a price pullback, having faced rejection at the June 2018 bottom for three consecutive days.

PepsiCo Blockchain Trial Brings 28% Boost in Supply Chain Efficiency

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 10:30

PepsiCo Blockchain Trial Brings 28% Boost in Supply Chain Efficiency Beverage giant PepsiCo saw an almost 30 percent increase in efficiency during a programmatic advertising trial using Zilliqa’s blockchain platform.

SIX Stock Exchange May Issue Its Own Token, Says Exec

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 10:00

SIX Stock Exchange May Issue Its Own Token, Says Exec Swiss stock exchange SIX could issue a token on its planned digital assets exchange in 2020, according to its head of securities and exchanges.

Regulators Ready to Approve Ethereum Futures, CFTC Insider Says

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 09:00

Regulators Ready to Approve Ethereum Futures, CFTC Insider Says The CFTC is willing to approve an ether futures contract – provided it ticks all the right boxes, a senior official said.

Bitfinex’s Bitcoin Price Excluded from CoinMarketCap Average Calculation

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 08:00

Bitfinex’s Bitcoin Price Excluded from CoinMarketCap Average Calculation Crypto data provider CoinMarketCap has excluded bitcoin prices provided by the troubled Bitfinex exchange from its weighted average calculation.

Banking, Bitfinex and the Hidden Irony of Crypto’s Newest Controversy

CoinDesk

2019. May. 06. 04:00

Banking, Bitfinex and the Hidden Irony of Crypto’s Newest Controversy When I visited some early bitcoin startups in Hong Kong five years ago, they were unanimous about their biggest challenge: finding a bank that would let them open an account.

Putting an End to the Bitcoin Store of Value Fallacy

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 05. 22:10

Putting an End to the Bitcoin Store of Value Fallacy

Over the last few years, many have claimed that bitcoin core (BTC) has turned into, or will soon become, a store of value (SoV). Proponents of the BTC-based SoV theory seem to think that money can somehow store value and if it’s held long enough, the price will be higher or predictably useful when spent […]

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Bitcoin’s Lightning Comes to Apple Smartwatches With New App

CoinDesk

2019. May. 05. 19:19

Bitcoin’s Lightning Comes to Apple Smartwatches With New App A new app for the Apple Watch has been launched by bitcoin startup Bluewallet, which connects users to the nascent lightning network.

Decentralized BCH Exchange and a New Giveaway in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 05. 19:10

Decentralized BCH Exchange and a New Giveaway in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com

Decentralized exchange Bisq gets forked for bitcoin cash (BCH) and the r/BTC subreddit reaches 250,000 subscribers. In addition to learning about the latest developments, you can also take part in a new giveaway in this week’s video update from Bitcoin.com’s Youtube channel. Also Read: Memo Is a Decentralized Social Network Built on Bitcoin Cash Special […]

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Bitfinex Shareholder Starts Pre-orders for Exchange Token’s Public Sales

CoinDesk

2019. May. 05. 18:40

Bitfinex Shareholder Starts Pre-orders for Exchange Token’s Public Sales Even though there's still not a white paper for Bitfinex's $1 billion exchange token offering, one shareholder has already started pre-orders.

Bitcoin.com Celebrates 4 Million Wallets Created

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 05. 15:19

Bitcoin.com Celebrates 4 Million Wallets Created

Today we’re celebrating a milestone as the Bitcoin.com Wallet has seen a whopping 4 million wallets created since the light client launched. The wallet allows anyone in the world to participate in the cryptoconomy by offering a secure, noncustodial storage solution for bitcoin cash (BCH) and bitcoin core (BTC). Also read: $500K of BCH Shuffled […]

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Ripple Adds SBI President To Its Board of Directors

CoinDesk

2019. May. 05. 15:00

Ripple Adds SBI President To Its Board of Directors Ripple has added Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings' president and CEO Yoshitaka Kitao to its board.

Beware the Fake Bitfinex White Papers Appearing Online

CoinDesk

2019. May. 05. 14:40

Beware the Fake Bitfinex White Papers Appearing Online As speculation and impatience arises over the upcoming Bitfinex token sale, opportunistic fakers are creating bogus white papers.

Québec Allocates 300 MW Energy Quota for Crypto Mining

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 05. 14:27

Québec Allocates 300 MW Energy Quota for Crypto Mining

Québec, the resource-rich Canadian province, has made up its mind about cryptocurrency mining. Régie de l’énergie, the region’s energy regulator, has rendered its decision on the blockchain sector and lifted the moratorium on electricity supplies. An additional 300 MW of energy will be allocated to power the minting of digital coins, a move that local […]

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Ethereum 2.0’s Nodes Need to Talk – A Solution Is ‘Hobbits’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 05. 12:30

Ethereum 2.0’s Nodes Need to Talk – A Solution Is ‘Hobbits’ New code was unveiled that, if ultimately implemented, will facilitate communication between nodes that run the ethereum 2.0 software.

Pay for Flights on Your Next Business Trip With Bitcoin Cash via Corporate Traveller

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 05. 11:52

Pay for Flights on Your Next Business Trip With Bitcoin Cash via Corporate Traveller

Businesses and startups in the cryptocurrency industry are a growing force around the world and services providers are taking note. U.K.’s Corporate Traveller recently began accepting bitcoin cash payments from companies booking flights for their staff, a much needed service for a global sector with so many international events. Also Read: Memo Is a Decentralized […]

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Craig Wright Ordered to Produce a List of Early Bitcoin Addresses in Kleiman Lawsuit

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 04. 17:02

Craig Wright Ordered to Produce a List of Early Bitcoin Addresses in Kleiman Lawsuit

On April 28, the high profile Kleiman v. Wright lawsuit heated up when the plaintiffs alleged Craig Wright submitted forged evidence before the court. Following the recent response against Wright’s motion to dismiss the case, the plaintiffs also filed an order which demands a list of Wright’s public bitcoin addresses as of Dec. 31, 2013. […]

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NYAG: Bitfinex Should Be Made to Disclose Tether Deal Documents

CoinDesk

2019. May. 04. 16:30

NYAG: Bitfinex Should Be Made to Disclose Tether Deal Documents The NYAG's office has told a court that Bitfinex and Tether must turn over documents detailing the companies' recent financial maneuvers.

‘Not a White Paper’: Marketing Document Details $1 Billion Bitfinex Token Sale

CoinDesk

2019. May. 04. 15:49

‘Not a White Paper’: Marketing Document Details $1 Billion Bitfinex Token Sale New details are emerging about a planned $1 billion token sale to be held by iFinex, the parent company of Bitfinex and Tether, two cryptocurrency companies currently being sued by the state of New York for allegedly covering up a $850 million loss in customer funds. Released today on Twitter by known company shareholder and […]

A Visual Guide to the Hot, New Crypto Fundraising Mechanism – the IEO

CoinDesk

2019. May. 04. 13:10

A Visual Guide to the Hot, New Crypto Fundraising Mechanism – the IEO The ICO market might have cooled, but there's still fundraising going on in the blockchain space – it's now being done through the IEO, or initial exchange offering, and we break down how this mechanism is different our latest explainer video.

Fidelity Hires Barclays’ Former Head of Digital Assets

CoinDesk

2019. May. 04. 12:30

Fidelity Hires Barclays’ Former Head of Digital Assets Financial services giant Fidelity hired Chris Tyrer, former head of Barclays' digital assets project.

Celsius Wallet App Offers Interest and Loans for Your Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 04. 11:50

Celsius Wallet App Offers Interest and Loans for Your Cryptocurrency

With crypto markets rising, hodling seems to be a sound investment strategy once again. If you have coins you want to keep, you can earn some interest on your digital assets thanks to platforms such as Celsius Network. Its mobile wallet allows you to also use the cryptocurrency as collateral in case you need to […]

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New Website Promises to Unveil Satoshi Nakamoto in 10 Days

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 04. 09:34

New Website Promises to Unveil Satoshi Nakamoto in 10 Days

The hunt for Satoshi Nakamoto, which has beguiled internet sleuths for years, has taken another bizarre turn. A new website, Got Satoshi, shows a countdown timer to when it will unveil Bitcoin’s pseudonymous creator. The reveal will occur in 10 days’ time, when many bitcoiners will be gathered in New York for the annual Consensus […]

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Binance, OKEx and KuCoin Are Using IEOs to Command the Spotlight

CoinDesk

2019. May. 04. 08:00

Binance, OKEx and KuCoin Are Using IEOs to Command the Spotlight So far, initial exchange offerings are the hottest token fundraising trend of 2019.

Alternative Bitcoin Cash Full Node Bchd Now Includes Public API

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 03. 23:50

Alternative Bitcoin Cash Full Node Bchd Now Includes Public API

On May 3, the developers behind the Bchd project, a Bitcoin Cash full node implementation written in Go (golang), announced the release of a public application programming interface (API). The latest API feature shipped with the new version 0.14.3 offers an out-of-the-box solution that the Bchd developers say “just works.” Also read: Indian Supreme Court […]

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MIT Economist Christian Catalini Said to Be Working on Facebook’s Crypto Push

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 20:35

MIT Economist Christian Catalini Said to Be Working on Facebook’s Crypto Push Prominent crypto researcher Christian Catalini is helping Facebook with its stablecoin efforts, two sources with knowledge of the situation tell CoinDesk.

MIT’s Christian Catalini Said to Be Working on Facebook’s Cryptocurrency

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 20:35

MIT’s Christian Catalini Said to Be Working on Facebook’s Cryptocurrency Prominent crypto researcher Christian Catalini is helping Facebook with its stablecoin efforts, two sources with knowledge of the situation tell CoinDesk.

Chaos Reigns as Darknet Markets are Downed

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 03. 18:00

Chaos Reigns as Darknet Markets are Downed

In the last 72 hours, numerous darknet markets (DNMs) have been downed in a concerted DDoS attack. Meanwhile, Europol has been crowing over its success in toppling two markets that were already known to be stricken, Wall Street and Valhalla. As the dust settles, darknet users have been trying to separate FUD from fact. Also […]

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Europol Claims New Scalps – Chaos as Darknet Markets are Downed

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 03. 18:00

Europol Claims New Scalps – Chaos as Darknet Markets are Downed

In the last 72 hours, numerous darknet markets (DNMs) have been downed in a concerted DDoS attack. Meanwhile, Europol has been crowing over its success in toppling two markets that were already known to be stricken, Wall Street and Valhalla. As the dust settles, darknet users have been trying to separate FUD from fact. Also […]

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Tokenized Securities Exchange Currency.com Launches to the Public

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 16:00

Tokenized Securities Exchange Currency.com Launches to the Public Belarus-based exchange Currency.com has left beta mode to offer trading and investment in 1,000 tokenized securities.

Markets Update: Optimism Grows as Cryptocurrency Prices Surge

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 03. 15:30

Markets Update: Optimism Grows as Cryptocurrency Prices Surge

Cryptocurrency markets are seeing fresh gains today as the entire cryptoconomy has gathered $186 billion market valuation after gaining $16 billion over the last 24 hours. The most notable coins leading the charge within the top 10 positions today include litecoin, eos, and bitcoin cash. Also read: $500K of BCH Shuffled in Record-Breaking Cashshuffle Transaction […]

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47% of Institutional Investors Welcome Crypto Investments, Survey Shows

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 03. 13:05

47% of Institutional Investors Welcome Crypto Investments, Survey Shows

A new study reveals surging investments in cryptocurrencies by institutional investors, with almost half of them viewing crypto assets as having a place in their portfolios. “Institutional investors are overwhelmingly favorable about the appealing characteristics of digital assets,” Fidelity Investments described. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Institutional Investors See […]

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As Gold Prices Stumble, Inverse Correlation with Bitcoin Reaches 14-Month High

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 13:00

As Gold Prices Stumble, Inverse Correlation with Bitcoin Reaches 14-Month High Correlation isn't causation but it looks like gold's fall is driving BTC up.

Bitcoin-Gold Price Correlation Shows Widest Spread in Over a Year

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 13:00

Bitcoin-Gold Price Correlation Shows Widest Spread in Over a Year Correlation isn't causation, but it looks like gold's fall is driving bitcoin prices up.

NYPD Warns $2 Million Stolen in Scam Involving Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 12:30

NYPD Warns $2 Million Stolen in Scam Involving Bitcoin The New York Police Department warned the public to be aware of phone scams where callers impersonate government officials and demand bitcoin.

Euronet Subsidiary Ria Turns to Ripple Tech Seeking Faster Money Transfers

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 12:00

Euronet Subsidiary Ria Turns to Ripple Tech Seeking Faster Money Transfers Ria Money Transfer, one of the world's biggest remittance firms, has joined Ripple's blockchain-based payments network.

Blockchain Firm SETL Sidesteps Insolvency to Return as Leaner New Entity

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 11:00

Blockchain Firm SETL Sidesteps Insolvency to Return as Leaner New Entity Blockchain infrastructure firm SETL, which filed for insolvency in March, is back as a new entity formed by its management team.

How to Find a Crypto-Themed Template for Your Website

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 03. 10:59

How to Find a Crypto-Themed Template for Your Website

Maintaining an online platform to promote products and services is a necessity in the crypto industry. Even if a new project is on a tight budget, there are still plenty of options to build a crypto-themed website at a relatively low cost. Templatemonster is a popular platform that offers a great choice of crypto-related templates. […]

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Bitcoin Price Spikes to Fresh 5-Month Highs Above $5,700

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 09:30

Bitcoin Price Spikes to Fresh 5-Month Highs Above $5,700 Bitcoin's price hit 5.5-month highs above $5,700 soon before press time, bolstering both short- and long-term bullish views.

Bitcoin Mining’s New Bidding War

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 09:00

Bitcoin Mining’s New Bidding War The cost of secondhand cryptocurrency mining equipment in China has nearly doubled in the last few weeks in response to bitcoin’s price jump.

Facebook in Talks to Build Ecosystem for Planned Stablecoin: WSJ

CoinDesk

2019. May. 03. 08:00

Facebook in Talks to Build Ecosystem for Planned Stablecoin: WSJ Facebook is said to be in talks with firms, including Visa and Mastercard, to support and fund its planned fiat-backed cryptocurrency.

$500K of BCH Shuffled in Record-Breaking Cashshuffle Transaction

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 03. 07:05

$500K of BCH Shuffled in Record-Breaking Cashshuffle Transaction

On May 1, Cashshuffle participants shattered records by shuffling 1,774 BCH ($478K) following a $284K shuffle two days prior. In addition to the big shuffles, BCH supporters have started ‘Shuffle Saturday’ so people can gather and mix large quantities of bitcoin cash. Also read: Former Mod Explains R/Bitcoin Censorship and Why He Was Removed Close […]

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Microsoft Makes JPMorgan’s Quorum the Preferred Blockchain for Azure Cloud

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 21:35

Microsoft Makes JPMorgan’s Quorum the Preferred Blockchain for Azure Cloud Microsoft will promote JPMorgan Chase's Quorum blockchain to the software giant's business customers in a newly created partnership.

DAI Stablecoin’s Stability Fee Nears 20% After Latest MakerDAO Vote

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 21:17

DAI Stablecoin’s Stability Fee Nears 20% After Latest MakerDAO Vote The MakerDAO lending platform will be increasing fees by 3 percent in an effort to retract stablecoin DAI supply and push token prices up to dollar valuation.

Former Mod Explains R/Bitcoin Censorship and Why He Was Removed

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 02. 20:15

Former Mod Explains R/Bitcoin Censorship and Why He Was Removed

On May 2, the Bitcoin.com podcast series Humans of Bitcoin published an interview with early bitcoin supporter Jason King who became a moderator for Reddit forum r/bitcoin in late 2012. During the interview, King tells podcast host Matt Aaron how the forum r/bitcoin went from a fun area on the web to an environment filled […]

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U.S. DOJ Moves to Detain Defendant in Crypto ‘Shadow Banking’ Case

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 19:20

U.S. DOJ Moves to Detain Defendant in Crypto ‘Shadow Banking’ Case U.S. prosecutors want to detain Reginald Fowler until his trial for illicitly providing banking services to crypto exchanges, which appear to have included Bitfinex.

Qtum Lets Users Deploy a Full Blockchain Node on Google’s Cloud Platform

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 18:40

Qtum Lets Users Deploy a Full Blockchain Node on Google’s Cloud Platform Qtum releases a new instant virtual machine service on Google's Cloud Platform.

Code For Ethereum’s Proof-of-Stake Blockchain to Be Finalized Next Month

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 17:31

Code For Ethereum’s Proof-of-Stake Blockchain to Be Finalized Next Month Ethereum Foundation researcher Justin Drake affirmed that plans to finalize code for ethereum's proof-of-stake blockchain were on track for June 30.

22% of Institutional Investors Have Some Digital Asset Exposure: Fidelity

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 15:00

22% of Institutional Investors Have Some Digital Asset Exposure: Fidelity Institutional investors are increasingly open to adding digital assets to their portfolios, suggests new research from Fidelity Investments.

Crypto ‘Winter’ Is Giving Bakkt’s Bitcoin Futures Plan a Boost, ICE Chief Says

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 14:20

Crypto ‘Winter’ Is Giving Bakkt’s Bitcoin Futures Plan a Boost, ICE Chief Says ICE CEO Jeffrey Sprecher says crypto winter has been "helpful" to bitcoin futures exchange Bakkt by letting it buy firms on the cheap.

London Stock Exchange Watching for ‘Interesting’ Blockchain Use Cases: CEO

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 14:00

London Stock Exchange Watching for ‘Interesting’ Blockchain Use Cases: CEO The London Stock Exchange is waiting to see which blockchain use cases gain traction before taking the plunge itself, CEO Nikhil Rathi has said.

How to Accept Bitcoin Cash Payments With Coingate

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 02. 12:58

How to Accept Bitcoin Cash Payments With Coingate

Receiving cryptocurrency payments is an option many companies have explored and implemented in the past few years. Online merchants can use a growing number of platforms to process orders paid with digital coins and Coingate is one such established service in this niche. Also read: This App Teaches You How to Become a Bitcoin Cash […]

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Binance’s Compliance Drive Continues With New Elliptic Partnership

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 12:31

Binance’s Compliance Drive Continues With New Elliptic Partnership Binance has partnered with blockchain analytics startup Elliptic to combat money laundering as it continues to expand.

Diamond Standard Launches Blockchain-Powered Token Backed by Real Gems

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 12:00

Diamond Standard Launches Blockchain-Powered Token Backed by Real Gems A new startup is looking to make diamonds as attractive to institutional investors as gold.

Three Price Hurdles That Could Complicate a Bitcoin Rally to $6,000

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 11:40

Three Price Hurdles That Could Complicate a Bitcoin Rally to $6,000 Bitcoin is on the offensive, having defended key support, but a rally to $6,000 faces several resistance levels lined up in $5,400–$5,900 range.

3 Price Hurdles That Could Complicate a Bitcoin Rally to $6K

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 11:40

3 Price Hurdles That Could Complicate a Bitcoin Rally to $6K Bitcoin is on the offensive, having defended key support, but a rally to $6,000 faces several resistance levels lined up in $5,400–$5,900 range.

Five Banks Now Let Users Verify Their Identities Using a Blockchain App

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 10:15

Five Banks Now Let Users Verify Their Identities Using a Blockchain App Five Canadian banks have rolled out a new blockchain-based mobile service from SecureKey to let customers securely verify their identities.

Central Banks Settle Cross-Border Payments With Blockchain for First Time

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 09:00

Central Banks Settle Cross-Border Payments With Blockchain for First Time The central banks of Canada and Singapore have for the first time settled cross-border payments using blockchain and central bank digital currencies.

When Tether Warnings Are Marketing Tools

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 08:00

When Tether Warnings Are Marketing Tools Stablecoin issuers are taking advantage of Tether's troubles to promote their cryptocurrencies as more viable alternates.

Bitcoin Can’t Fix Venezuela – I Should Know

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 07:10

Bitcoin Can’t Fix Venezuela – I Should Know Diana Aguilar used bitcoin to survive in Venezuela, but cryptocurrency can’t fix the troubled nation's economy, she argues.

Bitcoin Can’t Fix Venezuela – I Should Know

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 07:10

Bitcoin Can’t Fix Venezuela – I Should Know Diana Aguilar used bitcoin to survive in Venezuela, but cryptocurrency can’t fix the troubled nation's economy, she argues.

Bitcoin Can’t Fix Venezuela: I Should Know

CoinDesk

2019. May. 02. 07:10

Bitcoin Can’t Fix Venezuela: I Should Know Diana Aguilar used bitcoin to survive in Venezuela, but cryptocurrency can’t fix the troubled nation's economy, she argues.

New Video Series Debuts – How Bitcoin Will Change the World

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 02. 06:59

New Video Series Debuts – How Bitcoin Will Change the World

Bitcoin.com has launched a new video series for the crypto-curious, with a crisp new look and an easy to understand, lighthearted narrative style. The first episode which premiered Wednesday features the top eight ways Bitcoin will change the world. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request How Bitcoin Will Change the […]

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New Video Series Debuts – How Bitcoin Cash Will Change the World

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 02. 06:59

New Video Series Debuts – How Bitcoin Cash Will Change the World

Bitcoin.com has launched a new video series for the crypto-curious, with a crisp new look and an easy to understand, lighthearted narrative style. The first episode which premiered Wednesday features the top eight ways Bitcoin Cash will change the world. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request How Bitcoin Cash Will […]

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Crypto Community Monitors Bitfinex Wallets and the Strange 6% BTC Premium

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 01. 22:30

Crypto Community Monitors Bitfinex Wallets and the Strange 6% BTC Premium

Whether cryptocurrency enthusiasts believe the stablecoin controversy is worrisome or mere FUD, the news surrounding the $850 million of Bitfinex funds locked up has shaken the markets. Now, digital asset traders are closely monitoring the large premium on Bitfinex, where the price of BTC is trading for $300 more than on most spot markets. The […]

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Square’s Bitcoin Revenue Jumped to $65.5 Million in Q1, Its Highest Ever

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 21:05

Square’s Bitcoin Revenue Jumped to $65.5 Million in Q1, Its Highest Ever A quarterly earnings report from Square shows the payments firm seeing strong growth in bitcoin sales.

The Crypto Burn Book

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 21:00

The Crypto Burn Book "And they have this book, this burn book, where they write mean things about all the girls in our grade." Presenting crypto's very own burn book.

Bitfinex Shareholder Provides More Details About Potential $1 Billion Token Sale

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 20:55

Bitfinex Shareholder Provides More Details About Potential $1 Billion Token Sale Bitfinex shareholder Zhao Dong has detailed the timing and features of the exchange's potential $1 billion token sale.

The Number of Cryptocurrency Wallet Users Keeps Rising

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 01. 20:35

The Number of Cryptocurrency Wallet Users Keeps Rising

Data published recently shows that the number of cryptocurrency wallet users has been steadily increasing over the years, almost independently of the market ups and downs. This positive trend has continued throughout the extended bearish market and has in fact steepened in the last few weeks. Also read: Dozens of Crypto Trademarks Filed in the […]

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MakerDAO Demos Tech to Back Stablecoin DAI With Any Crypto Asset

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 20:05

MakerDAO Demos Tech to Back Stablecoin DAI With Any Crypto Asset A highly anticipated upgrade to the programmatic lending platform MakerDAO will also feature a brand new webpage design for users.

CFTC Chair: ‘Explosion of Interest’ in Crypto May Spawn New Clearinghouses

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 19:30

CFTC Chair: ‘Explosion of Interest’ in Crypto May Spawn New Clearinghouses CFTC Chairman Giancarlo expects new firms to apply to become federally-regulated clearinghouses so they can offer crypto futures.

Crypto ATM Operator Postpones Tether Buying ‘Until the Smoke Clears’

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 18:35

Crypto ATM Operator Postpones Tether Buying ‘Until the Smoke Clears’ Crypto ATM firm CoinFlip has postponed adding the Tron version of USDT, citing the New York Attorney General's Tether probe.

Ex-Ripple CTO Launches Blogging Platform to Pay Content Creators XRP

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 17:00

Ex-Ripple CTO Launches Blogging Platform to Pay Content Creators XRP The Coil blogging platform offers tipping via XRP and future plans to work with a variety of assets.

TechStars-Backed Alkemi Enters DeFi Race With $16 Million Liquidity Pool

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 15:45

TechStars-Backed Alkemi Enters DeFi Race With $16 Million Liquidity Pool This new startup wants to plug exchanges, funds and other traditional players into the broader DeFi movement.

Markets Update: Crypto Prices Recover as Bitcoin Cash Leads the Charge Again

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 01. 14:45

Markets Update: Crypto Prices Recover as Bitcoin Cash Leads the Charge Again

On April 25, cryptocurrency markets tumbled after the controversy between the New York Attorney General’s (NYAG) office, the stablecoin company Tether, and Bitfinex exchange. Since then, prices have slightly recovered and the entire cryptoconomy regained $4.3 billion after losing $10 billion last Thursday. Moreover, out of the top 10 cryptos by market capitalization today, bitcoin […]

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Crypto Crime May Have Cost Sector $1.2 Billion in Q1, Says Report

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 13:30

Crypto Crime May Have Cost Sector $1.2 Billion in Q1, Says Report Losses arising from cryptocurrency hacks and fraud may have reached as high as $1.2 billion in the first quarter of 2019, CipherTrace estimates.

CoinMarketCap Forms Alliance to Tackle Concerns Over Price Data Integrity

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 12:00

CoinMarketCap Forms Alliance to Tackle Concerns Over Price Data Integrity Crypto data provider CoinMarketCap is working with major exchanges on an initiative aimed to boost transparency in price data reporting.

11 Cryptocurrency Initiatives Indian Government Has Taken

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 01. 11:28

11 Cryptocurrency Initiatives Indian Government Has Taken

The Indian government has engaged in numerous crypto-related initiatives and projects while actively drafting the regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. Below are 11 crypto-specific initiatives that the government has been involved in. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Committee to Draft Crypto Law An interministerial committee under the chairmanship of Subhash […]

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11 Crypto Initiatives Indian Government Has Taken

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 01. 11:28

11 Crypto Initiatives Indian Government Has Taken

The Indian government has engaged in numerous crypto-related initiatives and projects while actively drafting the regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. Below are 11 crypto-specific initiatives that the government has been involved in. Also read: Indian Supreme Court Postpones Crypto Case at Government’s Request Committee to Draft Crypto Law An interministerial committee under the chairmanship of Subhash […]

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Up 28%: Bitcoin Closes April Above Key Price Level Breached Last Year

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 11:10

Up 28%: Bitcoin Closes April Above Key Price Level Breached Last Year Bitcoin scaled an important price resistance with near 30 percent gains in April, solidifying the long-term bull breakout witnessed a month ago.

Up 28%: Bitcoin Ends April With Biggest Monthly Gain in a Year

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 11:10

Up 28%: Bitcoin Ends April With Biggest Monthly Gain in a Year Bitcoin scaled an important price resistance with near 30 percent gains in April, solidifying the long-term bull breakout witnessed a month ago.

US Income Tax Payers Can Now Get Refunds in Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 10:40

US Income Tax Payers Can Now Get Refunds in Bitcoin Income tax payers in the U.S. now have the option to receive their federal and state refunds in bitcoin through Bitpay and Refundo.

Amazon Web Services Opens Blockchain Building Service Up for Wider Use

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 09:45

Amazon Web Services Opens Blockchain Building Service Up for Wider Use Amazon Web Services has taken its Managed Blockchain service out of preview mode, meaning more firms can now use the platform to build products.

Memo Is a Decentralized Social Network Built on Bitcoin Cash

Bitcoin News

2019. May. 01. 09:32

Memo Is a Decentralized Social Network Built on Bitcoin Cash

For a while now, the established social networks have been steadily cracking down on groups of users they find to be problematic, sending many people to look for alternatives where they can ensure their voice is heard. One emerging alternative platform is Memo, which is built on bitcoin cash and thus popular among BCH users. […]

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Digging Deeper on Crypto Exchange Data and Transparency

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 08:30

Digging Deeper on Crypto Exchange Data and Transparency Clay Collins of crypto data provider Nomics argues that we shouldn’t take the Bitwise report's “true” exchange volume conclusions at face value.

Turkey: The Country Where Crypto Exchanges Are Beating the Bear Market

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 07:30

Turkey: The Country Where Crypto Exchanges Are Beating the Bear Market Turkish exchanges OKEx and BtcTurk are onboarding thousands of crypto traders as the lira falters.

Where Crypto Exchanges Are Beating the Bear Market

CoinDesk

2019. May. 01. 07:30

Where Crypto Exchanges Are Beating the Bear Market Turkish exchanges OKEx and BtcTurk are onboarding thousands of crypto traders as the lira falters.