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2021. Feb. 27. 18:46
Will wealth flow to layer 1 or layer 2? It depends on the use case, says a long-time observer and investor. Bitcoin Brokerage River Financial Raises $17M: SEC Filings
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 18:31
River Financial's equity sale comes as the high-end brokerage embarks on a major hiring push. Bitcoin Is Now a Trillion-Dollar Asset: Where Do We Go From Here?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 18:15
The milestone isn’t just psychological, and potentially opens entire new groups of investors who couldn’t participate previously. Money Reimagined: Tucker Carlson Is Right About Financial Privacy
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 18:12
Say what you will about the Fox News host, but he deserves credit for highlighting Bank of America’s transaction snooping, writes Marc Hochstein. The Business of Art and How NFTs Will Change It, With Nanne Dekking
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 17:55
With big brands like Christie’s auction house and the National Basketball Association getting involved and some tokens already selling for six-figure sums, the question isn't if NFTs will force a very old industry to adopt some very new practices, it's when. Why Everyone Wants an Invite to Clubhouse Crypto
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 17:51
The 11-month old audio app is the latest vector for crypto adoption – memes and all. Here's why everyone wants in. Bitcoin Is Worth $1T and OKCoin Delists BCH and BSV
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 17:41
Bitcoin, now worth more than most U.S. corporations, first reached "dollar parity" 10 years ago. Austrian Regulator Reports Rise in Crypto Fraud
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 17:36
The FMA reports two-thirds of the investment fraud reports filed in 2020 were related to cryptocurrency and digital currency trading products. Bitcoin’s Price Surge Accelerates After Passing Milestone of $1T Market Value
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 17:24
The price could go higher, unless traders start taking profits. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 19, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 16:45
With the market cap of bitcoin breaking above $1T for the first time plus a look at the emerging asset class known as NFTs, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. Ethereum Core Developers Eye Mid-April for ‘Berlin’ Hard Fork
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 16:42
The hard fork will facilitate live swapping Ethereum from a proof-of-work to a proof-of-stake blockchain. MicroStrategy Raises $1.05B in Latest Debt-for-Bitcoin Offering
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 16:04
MicroStrategy's business strategy is to buy as much bitcoin as it possibly can. Bitcoin Market Value Tops $1T as Price Passes $53,697
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 15:40
A year ago, bitcoin's market value was $178 billion. First Mover: Bitcoin Meets ‘Torrent’ as Lowly Binance Coin Gets $40B Valuation
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 15:03
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance's in-house BNB tokens have shot to a $40 billion valuation, ranking them third among digital assets behind bitcoin and Ethereum's ether. OKCoin Delists Bitcoin Cash, Bitcoin SV to Avoid ‘Misleading’ New Bitcoin Clients
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 15:00
It became a choice between protecting Bitcoin’s open-source ethos or championing free-market fundamentals. In the end, community won out.
Even Skeptics May Need to Consider Crypto Exposure: WSJ’s Heard on the Street
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 14:08
Cryptocurrency's viability as an investment may not be in its value as an asset but in the way the financial world is evolving because of it. A Sudden Loss of Faith in Tether Would Pose Risk to Bitcoin, JPMorgan Says
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 13:27
"If any issues arise that could affect the willingness or ability of both domestic and foreign investors to use USDT, the most likely result would be a severe liquidity shock to the broader cryptocurrency market," the report says. Second Canadian Bitcoin ETF Begins Trading on TSX Today
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 13:09
This is the second bitcoin ETF approved to trade in Canada. Kiss’ Gene Simmons Buys $300,000 Worth of Cardano
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 13:00
The Kiss bassist and frontman says he believes in Cardano because of its affordability compared with other cryptocurrencies. Volvo Owner Geely and Concordium in JV to Offer Blockchain Services, Apps in China
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 12:20
Geely will own 80% of the venture while Concordium will own the rest. New Jersey Crime Watchdog Says Crypto ATMs Need More Regulation
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 19. 12:01
State regulation of crypto ATMs is poor and federal laws aren't much better, the commission said in a report. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 18, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 16:15
With the both of the top two cryptocurrencies setting new record high prices plus a look at what dogecoin says about our world, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup.
What Happens if All Stablecoin Users Have to Be Identified?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 15:47
If the U.S. reins in pseudonymity in stablecoin transactions (as seems possible) there could be big implications for the crypto industry, says our columnist. BitPay to Pay $500K to Settle OFAC Sanction Violation Charges
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 15:45
BitPay is accused of facilitating over 2,100 transactions with individuals in sanctioned nations. Nvidia Redesigns Graphics Cards to Limit Their Use in Ethereum Mining
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 15:30
Nvidia is also launching Cryptocurrency Mining Processors (CMP) specifically for Ethereum miners. Bill Gates Says He’s ‘Neutral’ on Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 15:25
Gates has previously criticized cryptocurrencies and said he'd short bitcoin "if there was an easy way to do it." Libra Co-Creator’s VC Firm Co-Leads $12M Round in ‘Decentralized GitHub’
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 15:00
“Web 3 developers should be building on open protocols,” NFX General Partner Morgan Beller said of Radicle, a platform for crypto-native code collaboration. First Mover: Who ISN’T Dabbling as Bitcoin Passes $52K, Ether Tops $1,900
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 14:31
The $8.7 trillion-asset BlackRock is "dabbling" in cryptocurrencies – becoming the norm as bitcoin and ether rally to all-time high prices. Bitcoin May Be a Better Investment Than Gold, Says DoubleLine CEO Jeffrey Gundlach
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 14:30
Gundlach has previously said, "I don't believe in bitcoin." ‘Evil VASP’ Simulation Preps Crypto Exchanges for FATF Travel Rule
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 14:00
Backed by CipherTrace, TRISA looks to get virtual asset service providers (VASPs) ready for new anti-money laundering rules. Russia’s Digital Ruble Model to Get Bank-Friendly Redesign
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 13:43
Banks had feared being drained of liquidity under the original concept for the digital currency. No, Bitcoin Is Nothing Like the South Sea Bubble
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 13:25
Those who compare Bitcoin to the great bubbles of the past need to check the historical books. This moment is very different. Safello Partnership Enables Direct Crypto Purchases From Users’ Bank Accounts
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 12:54
A new tie-up with payments firm Klarna brings the exchange access to more than 5,000 banks across Europe. How Crypto Transforms Prediction Markets
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 12:09
Betting can be used to predict the future. That's the crazy idea behind prediction markets. Here's how they work and where cryptocurrency fits into the picture.
Kia Motors America Victim of Ransomware Attack Demanding $20M in Bitcoin, Report Claims
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 11:56
BleepingComputer claims to have evidence that the ransomware gang DoppelPaymer is demanding 404 BTC from the car firm. Switzerland’s ‘Crypto Valley’ Has Started Accepting Bitcoin, Ether for Tax Payments
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 11:26
Local firm Bitcoin Suisse has partnered with the canton of Zug, converting cryptocurrency tax payments into Swiss francs. Ether Looks Overleveraged as Cryptocurrency Hits New High Over $1,900
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 10:34
Ether's derivative market looks overheating amid the cryptocurrency's rally to new record highs. Top Auction House Christie’s to Accept Ether Cryptocurrency for Digital Art Sale
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 10:16
The sale gives Christie's a chance to "dip its toes" in crypto, said a New York representative. Malaysian Bitcoin Mining Gang Stole Over $2M in Electricity, Say Police
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 09:40
Police seized 1,746 bitcoin mining machines across 21 premises in raids this week. Chinese Retailer Goes From Bubble Tea to Crypto Mining in Unlikely Pivot
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 09:15
Urban Tea has hired two new executives ahead of its expansion into cryptocurrency mining. How Staking and Eth 2.0 Makes the Ethereum Economy More “Sustainable”
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 09:00
In this episode, Christine Kim and Will Foxley discuss with David Hoffman, the co-founder of Bankless, the market implications of a dual Ethereum blockchain and what new realities staking presents to the long-term value proposition of ether. How Staking and Eth 2.0 Makes the Ethereum Economy More ‘Sustainable’
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 09:00
In this episode, Christine Kim and Will Foxley discuss with David Hoffman, the co-founder of Bankless, the market implications of a dual Ethereum blockchain and what new realities staking presents to the long-term value proposition of ether. Robinhood to Allow Deposits, Withdrawals for Cryptos Including Dogecoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 08:35
Currently, users of the popular trading app can only buy and sell cryptocurrencies within their Robinhood accounts. Japan’s SBI Investing ‘Eight-Figure’ Sum in Swiss Crypto Bank Sygnum
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 00:07
SBI's digital assets subsidiary will lead a round that will have raised around $30 million for the Swiss firm over six months. US Lawmakers Looking Into China’s Role in GameStop Pump: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 18. 00:00
Some Republican members of the House Financial Services Committee want to look into Reddit’s ties to Chinese tech conglomerate Tencent and Robinhood rival Moomoo. Cosmos Upgrades to Stargate: Another 2017 ICO Very Nearly Completes Its Vision
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 22:57
The last step before inter-blockchain communication goes live early Thursday. Why We Should Take Dogecoin Seriously
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 22:27
Dogecoin's rise reflects the power of collective belief and a longing for a more ideal form of crypto.
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rallies On After Passing $50K Psychological Level to $52K
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 21:40
Bitcoin's price is in uncharted territory while its volatility remains high. Mining Machine Manufacturer Ebang to Start Mining Bitcoins for Itself
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 20:48
The new venture is expected to increase revenue and "optimize" its product offering structure. SecretSwap Is the Secret Network’s Answer to DeFi Privacy
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 20:08
SecretSwap works similarly to Uniswap or SushiSwap but also has privacy benefits.
Coinbase Trades at a $77B Valuation as BTC Heads Towards a $1T Market Cap
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 20:00
An overview of key news, from a new DeFi Index fund for accredited investors to bitcoin shrugging off growing Treasury yields. Bitcoin Taproot Upgrade Nailed Down for July, but Some Finer Details Still Aren’t Finalized
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 19:30
The finalized code for Taproot will be shipped in March, but will it house the “user activated soft fork” feature that threatened to activate SegWit? Tesla Tapped Coinbase for $1.5B Bitcoin Buy: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 18:42
Coinbase is emerging as a major player in corporate America's march toward bitcoin. Automated Crypto Investing App Coinseed Faces Fraud Charges in NY, SEC Suits
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 18:15
Coinseed allegedly bilked investors of $1 million through false statements, hidden fees and a flopped token. Automated Crypto Investing App Coinseed Faces Fraud Charges in NY, SEC Lawsuits
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 18:15
Coinseed allegedly bilked investors of $1 million through false statements, hidden fees and a flopped token. How to Bring Off-Chain Assets to DeFi
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 17:55
Institutions are interested in DeFi for off-chain assets, such as real estate. Here, from our columnist, are some issues they might consider. Blockchain Bites: Why Buy an NFT?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 17:54
Investors may be realizing the same deflationary market mechanisms that apply to bitcoin’s scarcity creates similar opportunities in NFTs. Ethereum’s Favorite Lossless Lottery Will Airdrop Its POOL Token Today
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 17:49
The distribution was designed to reward small depositors on PoolTogether who stayed in a long time. Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, UBS Are Trading an ETP Tied to Polkadot’s Crypto
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 17:40
The purchases suggest institutional investors’ appetite for crypto exposure in the bull market goes far beyond bitcoin, or even ether. DOJ Charges 3 North Korean Hackers With Stealing $100M+ From Crypto Firms
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 16:54
The hackers allegedly stole over $1.3 billion overall through various schemes. Bitcoin Poised for Short-Term Gains Past $51K as MicroStrategy Upsizes Debt Deal
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 16:25
Markets think the latest bull run will continue. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 17, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 16:25
With BTC surpassing $51K and analysts remaining bullish on the price, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. Russia’s Crypto Tax Bill Passes First Reading at State Duma
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 15:53
The bill proposes to recognise cryptocurrency as property for purposes of taxation. DJ 3LAU to Auction Full Album Tokenized on Ethereum Blockchain
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 15:30
3LAU is partnering with blockchain platform Origin to launch an auction for the Ultraviolet Vinyl NFT Collection. Mastercard Launches Prepaid Card for World’s First CBDC in Bahamas
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 15:22
The Bahamian Sand Dollar can now be used for payments anywhere Mastercard is accepted. Coinbase Hires Former Stripe Exec as Chief Compliance Officer
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 15:00
Melissa Strait will take charge of Coinbase's compliance initiatives ahead of its planned public listing. Why the US Needs Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 14:30
Elon Musk and other VIPs have endorsed it. Here's why the Federal Reserve should seriously consider BTC for its balance sheet. First Mover: What’s Next After Bitcoin Hits $50K? Another $1K Gain
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 14:18
Analysts are still mostly bullish on the cryptocurrency's price, even at lofty levels compared with those just a few months ago. Bitcoin’s Price Volatility May Hamper Its Progress Above $50K, JPMorgan Says
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 14:13
The bank's analysts pointed to gold's much lower volatility. Crypto Wallet Startup Blockchain.com Raises $120M From Investors Including Google Ventures
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 13:55
Blockchain.com said the institutional backing will power an increasingly institutional-minded business. Coinbase, Readying for Public Listing, Gets $77B Valuation From Nasdaq Private Market
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 13:42
Last week’s settlement price of $303 per share would make Coinbase bigger than NYSE-owner ICE. Bitwise Launches DeFi Crypto Index Fund
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 13:35
The fund bets on 10 Ethereum-based protocols angling to shape the future of finance. Central Bank Digital Currencies May Drive Cash ‘Shadow Economy’ to Crypto: Reuters
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 13:17
"Shadow economy" participants, those who use deal mostly in hard cash for anonymity's sake, are unlikely to be drawn to using a CBDC, according to a Reuters column. MicroStrategy Boosts Latest Debt-for-Bitcoin Offering to $900M
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 13:06
The firm has already bought 70,784 bitcoin, an amount now worth around $3.6 billion. What Is a Flash Loan?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 12:31
A guide to one of DeFi's most innovative and controversial features. Valid Points: How CME Ether Futures Work and Why They Matter
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 12:30
A financially settled and U.S. regulated ether futures product makes all the difference. Dubai Free Zone Becomes First UAE Government Entity to Accept Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 12:09
The free zone accepts payments in bitcoin, ether and the tether stablecoin.
India Plans Twin Taxes on Exchanges and Traders Before Passing Crypto Bill: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 11:26
A senior Finance Ministry official told a newspaper that taxation does not necessarily imply legality. World’s Oldest Central Bank Extends Digital Currency Test Till 2022
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 10:12
Sweden's Riksbank said it would continue work with Accenture on a potential e-krona digital currency until next year. Diginex Connects Crypto Exchanges and Electronic Trading Firms With New Platform
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 10:00
The crypto services firm is connecting high-frequency traders who use electronic trading platforms to crypto exchanges. Head of St Louis Fed Says Bitcoin Not a Challenge to US Dollar’s Global Dominance
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 09:13
James Bullard also likened bitcoin to gold as a safe-haven asset. Bitcoin Hits New High Above $51K, Shrugging Off Rising Bond Yields
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 08:31
Rising bond yields are a threat to prices of hedge assets, but bitcoin is soaring as gold falls. Kakao to Record Private Securities on Its Own Blockchain as NFTs
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 00:00
The move will aid South Korea's OTC securities market. Japan’s SBI Investing ‘Eight-Figure’ Sum in Swiss Crypto Bank Sygnum
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 17. 00:00
SBI's digital assets subsidiary will lead a round that will have raised around $30 million for the Swiss firm over six months. Most Finance Chiefs Still Balk at Bitcoin on the Balance Sheet: Survey
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 22:30
Bitcoin's legendary volatility is seen as a major concern barring corporate investments, according to Gartner. Cult Toy Brand Superplastic Launches NFT Collection on Nifty Gateway
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 22:04
Instagram-famous artists Janky and Guggimon are bringing their tripped-out aesthetics to non-fungible tokens. Market Wrap: Bitcoin Remains Around $48.5K Amid Flat Trading Activity
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 21:33
“We are at all-time-highs territory [and] the market still has to make up its mind" about next resistance or supporting levels, says one broker. Evolve Becomes Second Canadian Issuer to Win Approval for Bitcoin ETF
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 21:30
It may encourage U.S. regulators to approve their first bitcoin exchange-traded fund. Bitcoin se recupera de su caída y alcanza los $50K
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 20:37
De acuerdo a analistas, la criptomoneda necesitará una mayor cantidad de compras al contado para mantenerse por encima de esa marca Beeple NFT to Be Auctioned by Christie’s
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 19:54
Christie's is partnering with digital marketplace MakersPlace to auction the work of a renowned crypto artist. How Dogecoin Became So Popular
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 19:26
Mia Khalifa, Snoop Dogg, Elon Musk and Gene Simmons are just a handful of celebrities that can't get enough of the dog-themed cryptocurrency. Taking Stock of How Far Crypto Has Come
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 18:51
Crypto has financial, technological and human capital. But, for now, it lacks a compelling mainstream narrative, says a European VC. Bitcoin Mining Farms in Texas Offline From Winter Storm
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 18:28
A rare winter storm in Texas has knocked out most of the bitcoin mining facilities in the Lone Star State. Here Comes the Virtual Real Estate Boom
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 17:59
With NFTs taking off and the real real estate market buffeted by COVID-19, virtual worlds like Decentraland could be well placed to capitalize. Coinbase Opens Waitlist for Ethereum 2.0 Staking
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 17:45
Coinbase is the latest exchange to offer staking services for the rebooted Ethereum network. Blockchain Bites: Bitcoin Volatility Hasn’t Shaken Out Institutions
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 17:24
Bitcoin set a new high above $50,000 after erratic trading earlier this week, though options markets are not anticipating a drawdown anytime soon. After Breaching $50K, Bitcoin Gives Up Earlier Gains
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 17:12
Markets still remain bullish; retail traders take to derivatives. Popular Crypto App Found to Have Ties to Data Tracking Company: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 16:55
Bitcoin Ticker Widget and a clone of Steemit were found to contain data trackers. Is $50,000 BTC the Beginning of a Bitcoin Supercycle?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 16:46
As bitcoin reaches a new milestone all-time high, NLW asks whether we’ve broken out of a traditional halving-based market cycle to something bigger. Tesla’s Bitcoin Buy May Lead to Widespread Corporate Adoption – Eventually: Wedbush
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 16:43
The firm called the leading cryptocurrency "the start of a new age on the digital currency front." Digital Asset Manager Grayscale Expands Leadership Team With Trio of C-Suite Hires
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 16:00
The digital currency asset manager's new executives bring with them experience at firms such as Goldman Sachs, Bank of America and Ripple Labs. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 16, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 15:50
With BTC briefly breaching $50K as the industry's market cap passes $1.5T, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. State of Crypto: Will 2021 Finally Be the Year of the Bitcoin ETF?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 15:00
The market has matured since 2018, when bitcoin ETF applications last hit a peak. It's unclear whether that's enough to see one approved. Cloudflare Teams With Unstoppable Domains to Bring .Crypto Addresses to Web Browsers
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 15:00
The new integration means web users can directly access decentralized websites form any browser. Unstoppable Domains Brings .Crypto Addresses Directly to Web Browsers
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 15:00
The new service means web users can directly access decentralized websites form any browser. Mining Machine Maker Canaan Rises 20% as Bitcoin Reaches a New All-Time High
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 14:36
Canaan shares have gained 230% so far in February. NYDIG Files for Bitcoin ETF, Adding to Firms Hoping 2021 Is When SEC Finally Says ‘Yes’
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 14:30
The filing comes on the same day as bitcoin hit $50,000 for the first time ever. Diem Stablecoin Prepares for Liftoff With Fireblocks Custody Partnership
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 14:01
The rebranded Libra network aims to come out with an initial product around the end of this quarter, with help from Fireblocks and First Digital Assets. Osprey Fund’s Bitcoin Trust Is Now Available to Retail Investors via OTC
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 14:00
The fund is structured similarly to the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust, but aims to compete with lower fees. DeFi Insurer Nexus Mutual Raises $2.7M in NXM Token Sale
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 14:00
The firm aims to sell over $1 billion worth of cover in 2021 spread across at least 30 protocols. First Mover: Bitcoin Tops $50K and Crypto’s Nouveau Riche Move In
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 13:56
Break of psychological threshold pushes largest cryptocurrency's year-to-date return to 70%, as a new breed of upstart tokens pushes industry market cap past $1.5T. What Really Happened When Robinhood Suspended GameStop Trading
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 13:03
The byzantine world of the public U.S. securities market killed the GameStop pump (sort of). Chinese Lottery Firm 500.com Acquires Crypto Mining Pool BTC.com
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 12:57
BTC.com is currently owned by Bitdeer Technologies and former Bitmain CEO Jihan Wu. MicroStrategy Files to Offer $600M in Notes in Order to Buy Yet More Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 12:52
MicroStrategy, a business intelligence firm that is best known for the cryptocurrency it purchases rather than for any product it sells, is buying even more bitcoin. This story is developing and will be updated. ING Bank-Backed Crypto Trade Platform Pyctor Is Raising Money
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 12:48
The digital assets post-trade collaboration also involves Citi, State Street, UBS and others. Bitcoin Sets Fresh Record Above $50K Pushing Yearly Gains to 69%
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 12:30
The cryptocurrency's latest pop pushes 2021 gains to 69%. Russia’s Lower House to Consider Bill on Crypto Taxation This Week
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 12:16
If passed the bill would amend tax laws to recognize digital currencies as a form of property. Celsius Network, Argo Blockchain Back Pre-Seed Round for Bitcoin Mining Startup
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 12:00
Luxor Technologies will use the funds to expand its hashrate and hire more engineers. Russian Mobile Operators Eye Payments Services, Wallets for Digital Ruble
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 11:31
Some telcos are looking at developing a digital wallet that would link the digital currency to users' mobile phone numbers. ‘Long Tech’ Retakes Most Crowded Trade Crown from Bitcoin: Bank of America Survey
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 11:08
Bitcoin had been most-crowded trade in January as prices rose to a $40,000 record. ‘Long Tech’ Retakes Most-Crowded Trade Crown from Bitcoin: Bank of America Survey
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 11:08
Bitcoin had been most-crowded trade in January as prices rose to a $40,000 record. Ripple, SEC Say Settlement Unlikely Before Trial Over Alleged Securities Fraud
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 09:51
The SEC's case over allegedly unlawful sales of XRP by Ripple to retail investors is entering the discovery phase. Ripple, SEC Say Settlement Unlikely Before Trial Over Alleged Securities Violations
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 09:51
The SEC's case over allegedly unlawful sales of XRP by Ripple to retail investors is entering the discovery phase. Bitcoin Recovers From Dip to Set New Record High Close to $50K
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 16. 09:04
Analysts say more spot buying is needed to bring bitcoin over the $50,000 mark. Pornhub Payment Option Verge Suffers Massive Blockchain Reorganization
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 23:11
Verge has been hit by a massive 560,000-block reorganization. Market Wrap: Crypto Market Cap Breaks $1.5T as Buyers Show Up for the Dip
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 21:17
Buyers showed up quickly to reverse the crypto market dip through Monday. The Mainstream Media Narrative Shifts as Deutsche Bank and Morgan Stanley Come to Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 20:00
As another wave of major financial institutions announce bitcoin plans, it’s getting harder for the MSM to simply print the same old FUD. Bitcoin Mining: Wasted Energy or a Better, Greener System?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 17:20
Harry Sudock, VP of strategy at GRIID Infrastructure joins the show to discuss the modern energy landscape, how far we've come and where bitcoin mining can fit into a sustainable energy system. Australia’s Blockchain Ecosystem Needs More Support From Regulators, Says Industry Body
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 16:42
Blockchain Australia CEO Steve Vallas believes the country is "well placed" when it comes to blockchain, but a bigger conversation is needed with financial regulators. UK Crypto Exchange EXMO Offline Amid DDoS Attack
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 15:55
The exchange said it's working to bring services back online following the attack. Institutions Not Worried About Bitcoin Dropping Below $40K, Options Data Shows
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 15:18
Lack of hedging demand for long-term put options shows institutions remain unconcerned by Monday's price drop. New Emerging Markets Fund Targets Blockchain, DeFi Startups
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 14:00
The Arcanum Emerging Technologies Fund will start in India, but its founders plan to expand to other regions. Bitcoin Miners Posted $354M in Revenue Last Week, Breaking Record From 2017
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 13:44
Last week's mining revenue eclipsed the previous record set in mid December 2017. Thailand’s Securities Regulator Eyes Qualifications for New Crypto Investors
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 13:37
The regulator believes new cryptocurrency investors should have a certain level of trading experience and financial reserves. Reddit, Robinhood, Citadel CEOs to Testify at GameStop Hearing
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 12:39
The U.S. House Committee on Financial Services hearing will investigate issues around the recent trading surge for shares of GameStop and other companies. 3 Reasons Why Bitcoin’s Price Just Fell by $3K
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 11:24
The sudden pullback just short of a new $50,000 high surprised many investors. Here's what probably happened. Industry Group Says Hong Kong’s Proposed Crypto Rules Could Drive Traders Underground
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 10:41
Hong Kong’s plan to restrict cryptocurrency investment to professionals means retail investors could move to unlicensed venues, said Global Digital Finance. Japan’s SBI in Talks Over Joint Venture to Make Crypto a Core Revenue Source
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 09:53
SBI's founder and CEO Yoshitaka Kitao said his firm would turn the planned crypto venture into a core source of profitability. Happy Bull’s Year, North Korean Hackers!
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 15. 09:00
In this episode, Anna Baydakova and Danny Nelson discuss North Korea reportedly stealing your crypto to create nuclear weapons, Tesla rattling markets at an opportune time and Nigeria trying to ban crypto. Crypto Long & Short: What Does Dogecoin Have to Do With Government Bans?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 14. 22:01
The combined forces of passionate communities with potent tools, and the deepening involvement of institutions, make successful bans less likely. Avalanche Brought Down by Bug Triggered by Unusually High Volume, Engineer Says
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 14. 21:59
The blockchain, which had been touted for its ability to handle a high volume of transactions, was brought down by an unusually high number of transactions. Avalanche Crippled by Bug Triggered by Unusually High Volume, Engineer Says
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 14. 21:59
The blockchain, which had been touted for its ability to handle a high volume of transactions, was slowed to a crawl by an unusually high number of transactions. Coinbase Ventures, Paradigm Invest $12M in Synthetix DeFi Platform
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 14. 15:24
Three prominent venture capitalist firms bought tokens directly from the DAO's treasury. Why Comparing Bitcoin to Visa Doesn’t Make Any Sense
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 14. 14:00
A reading of Nic Carter’s latest essay for CoinDesk on the inappropriateness of comparing the energy consumption of bitcoin and Visa transactions. Bitcoin Sets New All-Time High of $49.7K, Putting $50K Within Striking Distance
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 14. 13:10
The record comes as traders analysts have described institutional investors’ interest in bitcoin as growing “at a staggering pace.” NBA Top Shot, CryptoKitties Firm Dapper Labs Raising $250M+ at $2B Valuation: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 13. 19:05
The firm has generated almost $100 million in NFT sales, according to the report. Morgan Stanley Unit Considers Bitcoin Investment: Bloomberg
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 13. 16:00
Morgan Stanley already has a nearly 11% stake in the bitcoin-laden business intelligence company MicroStrategy. Corporate Crypto Makes Government Bans Less Likely
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 13. 14:00
A recap of a swath of news about corporate players coming into the crypto space, and why it could change the landscape of regulation. DeFi Protocols Cream Finance, Alpha Exploited, $37.5M Lost: ‘Prime Suspect’ ID’d
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 13. 13:52
Alpha Finance says the "loophole" has been patched. DeFi Protocols Cream Finance, Alpha Exploited in Flash Loan Attack; $37.5M Lost
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 13. 13:52
Alpha Finance says the "loophole" has been patched. ConsenSys Grants Help Iranian Women Learn Solidity
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 13. 13:00
The Ethereum incubator's instructional program offers scholarships to help developers get started with coding in Solidity. Deutsche Bank Quietly Plans to Offer Crypto Custody, Prime Brokerage
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 13. 02:10
The bank’s game plan was hidden in plain sight in a widely overlooked report by the World Economic Forum. 5 Takeaways From Chia Network’s New White Paper
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 23:01
Chia wants to make at-home mining cool again (or at least easy). ARK Invest Boosted Its GBTC Holdings by 2.14M Shares in Q4
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 22:44
Cathie Wood's asset manager significantly boosted its stake in the Grayscale Bitcoin Investment Trust. Market Wrap: Ether Sets New Highs as Bitcoin Stays Below $49K
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 21:33
Despite choppy price action, news over the past few days has been extraordinarily bullish for the leading cryptocurrency. Why Jay-Z’s Bitcoin Trust Matters
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 20:00
Hip-hop mogul Sean Carter and Jack Dorsey are putting 500 BTC in a blind trust. MicroStrategy Begins Hiring for Bitcoin Data Product
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 19:31
After buying 71,079 BTC, the business intelligence company is building its first bitcoin-related software product. Ethereum 2.0 Deposit Contract Tops $5.5B in Staked Ether
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 18:07
The amount deposited represents 2.67% of Ethereum’s total supply. Money Reimagined: Musk Masters the Attention Economy
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 17:42
Bitcoin's recent surge shows the power of celebrity and how, like it or not, influencers create value in the modern economy. Blockchain Bites: Canada Approves Bitcoin ETF, Options Markets Not Pricing for $100K BTC
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 17:25
Also: Did the CFTC "pop" the 2017 bitcoin bubble? Crypto Payments Provider BitPay Adds Apple Pay Support
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 17:21
Apple Pay functionality will allow cardholders to make purchases in store and online using the crypto held in their BitPay wallet. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 12, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 16:15
With bitcoin slipping after hitting a new all-time high around $49K and Canadian regulators approving a bitcoin ETF, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. BlockFi Boosted Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Holdings by 11.9M Shares, Now Holds $1.7B GBTC
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 15:34
The disclosure comes as BlockFi prepares to launch a competitor bitcoin trust product. Ex-CFTC Chair Christopher Giancarlo Stumps for Digital Dollar
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 15:12
"Crypto Dad" made his case for the next evolution of America's greenback. Former Bitcoin Developer Mike Hearn Steps Down From Enterprise Blockchain Firm R3
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 14:40
Hearn will become CEO of a new firm while remaining a technical adviser to R3. First Mover: A Bullish ($1 Million) Bitcoin Forecast as Year of Ox Begins
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 14:29
ByteTree's Charlie Morris shows how bitcoin's price gets to $1 million by 2032. PLUS: JPMorgan hounded by own traders over absence in bitcoin market. First Mover: Bullish ($1 Million) Bitcoin Forecast as Year of Ox Begins
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 14:29
ByteTree's Charlie Morris shows how bitcoin's price gets to $1 million by 2032. PLUS: JPMorgan hounded by own traders over absence in bitcoin market. Darknet’s JokerStash Retiring After Making Over $1B Through Illicit Transactions
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 14:00
Crypto sleuthing firm Elliptic says one of the world's most prolific cybercriminals is going out on their own terms. In the Age of Ethereum, What Comes Next?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 13:54
DeFi. NFTs. Stablecoins. Smart contracts. Ethereum is home to some of the biggest innovations in crypto. Community insider Danny Ryan joins us to discuss the network's big future. Bitcoin Starting to Lead FX Markets, Analysis of Tesla Reaction Shows: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 13:10
EUR/USD, the most liquid currency pair globally, tracked bitcoin higher following the Tesla news. Wall Street Embrace of Crypto Grows Closer as Employees Argue on Its Behalf: CNBC
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 13:00
On a Zoom call with traders in January, co-President Daniel Pinto suggested he was open-minded about bitcoin. Miami Commissioners Reject Mayor’s Push to OK Crypto Use, Vote to Study It First: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 12:25
The city will seek a vendor to help City Hall pay all or part of its employees' salaries in bitcoin.
Residents would also have the option of using cryptocurrency to pay for city services. Nigeria’s SEC Puts Plans to Regulate Crypto on Hold in Light of Central Bank Ban
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 11:41
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced Thursday it has put plans to regulate cryptocurrencies on hold. T-Mobile Sued Over SIM Attack That Resulted in Loss of $450K in Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 11:15
The plaintiff lost 15 bitcoin after an interaction with a T-mobile customer who had been victim of a SIM-swapping attack. Grayscale Files to Register Trust for DeFi Platform Yearn Finance
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 10:49
Grayscale Investments, the world’s largest digital asset manager, has filed to register a new cryptocurrency trust for Yearn Finance (YFI). Bitcoin Miners Earn Record Hourly Revenue of $4 Million
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 10:22
Bitcoin miners earn windfall income amid the price rally. Bitcoin Miners Earn Record Hourly Revenue of $4M
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 10:22
Bitcoin miners earn windfall income amid the price rally. Jack Dorsey, Jay-Z Put 500 Bitcoin Into Trust Supporting Africa and India
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 10:11
"It‘ll be set up as a blind irrevocable trust, taking zero direction from us," said Dorsey. Fetch.ai to Develop Decentralized Marketplace for Global Manufacturer FESTO
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 05:27
Fetch.ai's technology stack will be leveraged to "transform" FESTO's existing legacy control systems. India Grants Crypto Holders Reprieve Ahead of Likely Ban: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 04:30
The window of opportunity for investors to cash out to fiat is expected to be between three-to-six months. Blockchain Mortgage Platform Figure Launches SPAC to Raise $250M
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 02:48
Figure seeks to raise $250 million through the special purpose acquisition company, according to a regulatory filing on Thursday night. First North American Bitcoin ETF Approved by Canadian Securities Regulator
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 12. 00:36
The Ontario Securities Commission gave its blessing Thursday. Nigeria’s Senate Summons Central Bank Chief to Explain Crypto Ban
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 23:04
The Nigerian Senate wants Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele and chief securities regulator Lamido Yuguda to testify about cryptocurrencies. Bitso adquiere la plataforma de criptoderivados Quedex con base en Gibraltar
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 22:22
La compañía mexicana planea incorporar el nuevo motor de trading de alto rendimiento a su plataforma exchange. Market Wrap: Bitcoin Near $48K While Ether Transaction Fees Surge Again
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 21:27
The market is bullish on both cryptocurrencies, for different reasons. Market Wrap: Bitcoin Above $49K While Ether Transaction Fees Surge Again
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 21:27
The market is bullish on both cryptocurrencies, for different reasons. Building Black Wealth With Satoshis and Cash App
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 21:13
For decades, the financial system has been rigged against Blacks. Today, there is an alternative that removes barriers to wealth creation. PayPal Wants to Be a CBDC Distributor
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 20:19
The digital currencies could be distributed through PayPal’s digital wallets, the company’s CEO said. These Gaming Studios Are Bringing Bitcoin to Esports
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 20:02
Imagine if every shot, goal or win paid real money to everyday players. Welcome to the world of bitcoin esports. These Gaming Studios Are Bringing Bitcoin Payouts to Everyday Esport Gamers
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 20:02
Imagine if every shot, goal or win paid real money to everyday players. Welcome to the world of bitcoin esports. Gradually, Then Suddenly: Mastercard, BNY Mellon, Amazon, Twitter Poised to Join the Bitcoin Party
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 20:00
In the wake of Tesla’s big announcement on Monday, a wave of corporate engagement with crypto emerges. PayPal’s Crypto Products Coming to the UK in Months
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 19:13
The U.K. will be the first market outside the U.S. for PayPal's crypto products. Blockchain Bites: Mastercard, BNY Mellon Embrace Crypto; Amazon Floats ‘Digital Currency’ Project
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 17:53
Recently deceased porn mogul Larry Flynt once said, “Hypocrisy is a detriment to progress." His story may have something to offer crypto. Framework Ventures’ DeFi Fund Booms as Tech Team Staffs Up
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 17:47
The studio's flagship ventures fund increased in value from $14 million to $300 million. Banks Likely to Adopt Stablecoins Cautiously Despite Guidance
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 17:07
Banks face a stablecoin conundrum: Build their own projects, with all the overhead that implies, or work with well-placed existing providers. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 11, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 16:15
With BTC setting a new record above $48K and Mastercard implementing crypto payments, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. Reflexer Labs Raises $4.4M to Build Out ETH-Backed Stable Asset, RAI
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 16:01
Pantera and Lemniscap co-lead a bet on stability in DeFi without the U.S. dollar. Reflexer Labs Raises $4M to Build Out ETH-Backed Stable Asset, RAI
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 16:01
Pantera and Lemniscap co-lead a bet on stability in DeFi without the U.S. dollar. Avalanche Developers Rush Client Patch as ‘Bug’ Slows Blockchain Transactions
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 15:35
A "cross-chain finality" bug has forced the network into "self-healing mode." Alabama Man Charged Over SIM Swap Hacks That Stole $150K in Crypto
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 15:31
Joseph Chase Oaks allegedly used SIM-swap hacks to access victim's online accounts between August 2018 and October 2019. SEC Commissioner Peirce Says Market Is Ready for a Bitcoin ETP
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 15:08
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commissioner Hester Peirce said the U.S capital markets are ready for a bitcoin exchange-traded product on CoinDesk TV Thursday. Bitso Buys Gibraltar-Based Crypto Derivatives Platform Quedex
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 15:00
Mexico City-based Bitso plans to incorporate Quedex’s high-performance trading engine across the exchange. CME Ethereum Futures, Explained
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 14:59
Ethereum futures are now live on the CME exchange. But what does that mean exactly and how do you trade them? First Mover: Bitcoin at Center Stage (and Record High) as Mastercard, BNY Go Crypto
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 14:35
Bitcoin's price hits new all-time high over $48,000 despite U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's warning that cryptocurrencies are prone to illicit uses. New Kraken Venture Fund to Target Early-Stage Crypto, Tech Startups
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 14:30
Kraken Ventures will operate autonomously, with financial backing from the exchange. Uber CEO Says Company to Consider Crypto for Rides, Not Its Balance Sheet
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 14:06
The rideshare company will look into cryptocurrencies including bitcoin as a potential form of payment. Former HSBC Exec and Blockchain Expert Diana Biggs Joins Valour as CEO
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 13:58
Biggs is an associate fellow at the University of Oxford's Saïd Business School, guest lecturing on blockchain technology and digital assets. Bitcoin Hits New All-Time High as BNY Mellon Announces Crypto Custody
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 13:49
"Bitcoin is loving the BNY Mellon news. It's a very big deal," trader and analyst Alex Kruger tweeted. Social Token App Fyooz Offers Chance to Play Beer Pong With Rap Artist Post Malone
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 13:07
The Celebrity World Pong League NFT will bring recipients the chance to play beer pong against Malone. Bitcoin Options Market Sees Low Odds of Sky-High Rally in 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 12:41
Bitcoin's options market sees only a 12% probability of prices rising above $100,000 by the end of December. Enterprise Blockchain Firm R3 Launches Confidential Business Computing Platform
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 12:25
Conclave is compatible with R3’s blockchain platform Corda Enterprise and will be fully integrated going forward. BNY Mellon Announces Crypto Custody and Spies Integrated Services
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 12:23
The world’s biggest custodian bank beats rivals JPMorgan and Citi to the punch. Iowa Introduces Bill to Level Playing Field for Blockchain and Smart Contracts
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 11:55
The bill was introduced by Republican State Senator Mark Lofgren to bring blockchain tech on par with traditional contracts and recordkeeping. Crypto Mining Farm Spotted Using Nvidia RTX 30 Gaming Laptops: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 10:37
Images have surfaced on Twitter reportedly showing a crypto-mining operation using laptops fitted with high-end Nvidia RTX 30-series graphics cards. Eth 2.0 Development: Next Steps to Upgrade and Diversify
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 09:00
Christine Kim and Will Foxley discuss with Ethereum Foundation researcher Danny Ryan the roll-out of the Ethereum 2.0 development roadmap, starting with the launch of phase 0 and the Beacon Chain. Microsoft and Enjin Bring Cross-Platform Custom NFTs to Minecraft
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 07:50
To celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, players earn badges while learning from prominent female scientists. SEC Should Monitor Tesla’s Elon Musk for Market Manipulation: Roubini
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 06:31
The NYU economist also warned bitcoin could "collapse" if Tether and Bitfinex are indicted this year. Crypto Use in Terrorism ‘a Growing Problem,’ Yellen Says
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 11. 04:05
"I see the promise of these new technologies, but I also see the reality: cryptocurrencies have been used to launder the profits of online drug traffickers; they’ve been a tool to finance terrorism," Yellen said. Amazon Preparing to Launch a ‘Digital Currency’ Project in Mexico
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 23:46
Job postings describe a walled garden-type digital currency that could roll out in emerging economies. Dogecoin’s Surging Price Has Resurrected Its Technical Development
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 22:16
Wow, after such price rise, Dogecoin’s developers have much coding to do. Centralized Exchange Tokens Hit New All-time Highs, Again
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 21:05
Exchange tokens reached all-time highs, again. Centralized Exchange Tokens Hit New All-Hime Highs, Again
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 21:05
Exchange tokens reached all-time highs, again. Mastercard Will Let Merchants Accept Payments in Crypto This Year
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 20:36
The payments giant plans to support digital currency transactions directly on network. Anti-Privacy Regulations Pose Risks for Crypto Investors, Bank of America Says
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 20:18
Cryptocurrencies "challenge the ability of governments to levy taxes and to control capital flows more broadly," the report says. How Nigeria and India Are Dealing With Crypto Bans
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 20:00
Two of the world’s ten most populous countries have or are considering crypto bans: Here’s what it means. Twitter CEO Donates $1M to Coin Center
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 19:28
Dorsey's gift is the latest in a stream of donations to Coin Center. Bitcoin Pizza, Meet Bitcoin Tesla: Someone Bought a Model S in 2013 for 91.4 BTC
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 19:15
The bitcoin paid to a California car dealership in 2013 would now be worth $4.1 million. Blue Ridge Bank Shares Halted by NYSE After Bitcoin ATM Announcement
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 18:56
The stock jumped by more than 13% after news that it would let its customers buy bitcoin through its ATMs. ‘Market Battleship’: Why It’s Rigged and How DeFi Can Help
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 18:18
Individual investors, even when operating in a swarm, are destined to lose. How do I know? I helped design the game. More People HODLing Bitcoin Hurts Case for Buying, Selling With It, Says Morgan Stanley
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 17:54
Addresses holding amounts of bitcoin worth more than $1 million are on the rise. Blockchain Bites: The US vs. Bitcoin?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 17:48
A CNBC contributor said the U.S. government wouldn't stomach losing the dollar's supremacy to bitcoin. Others say "the ship has sailed" on an outright ban. Bitcoin Developer Fund Brink Secures Tax-Exempt Status
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 17:27
U.S. bitcoiners can now make tax-exempt donations to fund Bitcoin development.
This Virginia-Based Bank Is Letting Customers Buy Bitcoin at the ATM
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 16:49
Charlottesville’s Blue Ridge Bank is letting cardholders purchase and redeem bitcoin at 19 ATMs.
Winklevoss Twins, DJ Alesso Back Crypto Collectible Artworks up for Charity Auction
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 15:54
Ethernity will auction digital artworks represented by non-fungible tokens and created by artists from across the globe. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 10, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 15:53
With the top two cryptos down on the day and a bitcoin supply squeeze seemingly in the cards, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. First Mover: As Wall Street Fixates on Inflation Hedges, Good Luck Finding Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 15:28
A wave of new bitcoin buyers is arriving just as easily-obtained supplies of the cryptocurrency fall to their lowest levels in more than three years. Twitter Considering Bitcoin Options, Including on Balance Sheet, Exec Says
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 15:25
Chief financial officer Ned Segal said the firm has been watching other companies to see what it can learn. Rhode Island Lawmakers Hope to Boost State Economy With Blockchain-Friendly Legislation
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 14:58
A newly introduced blockchain bill aims to provide a "welcoming" environment for fintech companies in a bid to stimulate growth and jobs. The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust: What It Is and How It Works
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 14:43
The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust is a traditional financial product that allows institutional investors to gain exposure to bitcoin. How Traditional Exchanges Are Boosting Crypto Adoption
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 14:30
With ETPs, indices and derivatives, exchanges have started meeting demand for regulated crypto products, explains Kaiko's head of research. Payments Startup Celo Raises $20M From a16z, Electric Capital
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 13:21
Celo offers a blockchain payments platform using customers' cellphone numbers to secure their public keys. Litecoin Hits 3-Year High as Prices Surge Across Altcoin Markets
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 12:57
Alternative cryptocurrencies are surging as bitcoin consolidates after its recent record-breaking rally. 10 Arrested Over SIM-Swap Hacks That Stole $100M in Crypto From Celebrities: Europol
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 12:35
The alleged international criminal network targeted online influencers, sports stars, musicians and their families in the U.S. Valid Points: Eth 2.0 Validators Earn Record $1.2M as ETH Price Rallies
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 12:30
Ethereum 2.0 validators earned their highest daily total income ever on Feb. 8, at $1.2 million. Elon Musk Bites Back at Freewallet After Dogecoin Tweet
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 12:07
The Tesla CEO said crypto users should avoid wallets that do not give them access to their private keys Mystery Entity Just Set up 20K Bitcoin Miners in Siberia: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 11:25
A shipment of devices said to be worth up to $60 million was set up in the city of Bratsk and set to mining bitcoin. Tesla’s Bitcoin Buy May Not Trigger Wave of Corporate Demand, Says JPMorgan
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 10:39
Bitcoin's price volatility may put corporates off from emulating Tesla's decision to invest in the cryptocurrency. Chainlink Supporter Deutsche Telekom Has Quietly Started Staking on Blockchains
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 09:57
Never mind bitcoin on the balance sheet, a subsidiary of Europe’s biggest telco is taking a stake in DeFi. Argo Blockchain Plans New Bitcoin Mining Facility in Texas
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 09:45
Argo said the new Texas facility will have access to up to 800 megawatts of cheap, renewable energy. IBM, Top Australian Banks Execute Country’s First Blockchain Bank Guarantee
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 09:08
By digitizing the normally paper process, the Lygos joint venture says it's shown it can speed up bank guarantee issuances. EY, Quadriga Law Firm Warn of ‘Imitation’ Site
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 10. 03:03
The imitation site is not authorized by EY and affected users have been advised to avoid at all costs. China Was Questioning Tesla About Quality Problems. Then Bitcoin Happened
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 22:18
How Tesla caught a lucky break. Market Wrap: Bitcoin Hits Record $48.2K as CME Ether Futures at $33M Volume on First Day
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 21:52
With all this bullish bitcoin activity, the ETH/BTC pair has gone bearish, a sign traders are selling ether for bitcoin. AWS Marketplace Is Selling Origin’s Decentralized Ecommerce Service
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 21:21
Origin Protocol's OUSD was up nearly 50% at press time. Will Apple Be the Next Fortune 500 to Buy Bitcoin?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 20:02
A new analyst report from the Royal Bank of Canada thinks that with a small investment Apple could disrupt the crypto exchange place and pay for it by buying bitcoin. Bitcoin ‘Can’t Be Stopped’: Nigerians Look to P2P Exchanges After Crypto Ban
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 19:34
Some Nigerians plan to continue using bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies despite a directive issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) last week ordering banks to close down accounts associated with cryptocurrencies. The Intangible Reasons Ethereum and Bitcoin Lead
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 18:39
In open-source development, where there's little privileged intellectual property, intangibles like brand and community matter more. US Lawmakers Ask Justin Sun, DLive How They Moderates Extremist Content
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 18:33
The letter also asks whether DLive identified any crypto donations from foreign entities to the individuals present on Jan. 6. US Lawmakers Ask Justin Sun, DLive How They Moderate Extremist Content
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 18:33
The letter also asks whether DLive identified any crypto donations from foreign entities to the individuals present on Jan. 6. Cramer Says ‘Every’ Corporate Treasurer Should Be Thinking Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 18:23
The CNBC host said its almost irresponsible not to include bitcoin on balance sheets following Tesla's buy. Jim Cramer Thinks ‘Every’ Corporate Treasurer Should Be Thinking Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 18:23
The CNBC host said it's almost irresponsible not to include bitcoin on balance sheets following Tesla's buy. Blockchain Bites: Will Bitcoin See ‘Reflexive’ Buys After Tesla?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 17:51
Analysts say the market is pricing in the potential for other corporate BTC investments. Virtual Property Sells for $1.5M in Ether, Smashing NFT Record
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 17:17
The eye-popping 888 ETH virtual land sale is said to mark the largest NFT transaction of all time. BlockFi’s Bitcoin Trust Takes Aim at GBTC
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 17:12
The fund charges a 1.75% management fee and offers custody from Fidelity Digital Asset Services. How a Lawsuit Against the IRS Is Trying to Expand Privacy for Crypto Users
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 17:02
Harper’s case may have widespread implications for privacy laws regarding cryptocurrency users if he wins. DeFi’s Curve Finance Is Branching Out to Polkadot
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 17:00
It costs a lot to swap assets on Ethereum. Curve Finance is building a version on Polkadot to enable a multi-chain future. Japan’s Finance Minister Calls on G7 to Discuss CBDCs at Talks Friday
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 16:42
Japan’s finance minister Taro Aso suggested on Tuesday that the G7 finance ministers should have discussions over central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in Friday’s virtual meeting. Read more: G7 Officials Stress Need to Regulate Digital Currencies: US Treasury Bitcoin Miner Riot Blockchain Names Jason Les CEO
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 16:37
Les has served as the board's director since 2017. Canaan CFO Resigns Citing ‘Personal Reasons’
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 16:33
The company's director of finance will serve as acting CFO. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 9, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 15:56
With the top two cryptocurrencies setting new all-time highs and analysts grappling with what Tesla's big buy really means, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. UN Says North Korea Funded Nuclear Weapons With Crypto Hacks in 2020: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 15:19
U.N. experts estimate that over $316 million in crypto was stolen by North Korea-linked hackers last year. State of Crypto: India and Nigeria’s Crypto Crackdowns Continue Old Trends
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 14:54
Both nations hope to prevent banks from providing services to crypto companies. First Mover: Elon Musk’s #bitcoin Bet Pays Off With $270M Gain on First Day
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 14:44
Tesla has forged a path that other corporate treasurers might follow into bitcoin. PLUS: Ether hits new record price above $1,800 as CME futures debut. Matic Network Now ‘Polygon’ as Platform Targets Ethereum’s L2 Woes
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 14:41
Polygon is building a Layer 2 aggregator for sidechains, rollups and even whole blockchains in a bid to fix Ethereum’s transaction limitations. Crypto-Friendly Signature Bank Added to JPMorgan’s ‘Focus List’
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 14:25
Signature is "positioned to ride the crypto wave," a JPMorgan analyst wrote. Binance-Backed DeFi Credit Union Platform Secures Partners, Funding Before Launch
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 14:00
Xend Finance will allow credit unions and cooperatives to earn interest on deposits by converting them to stablecoins. Siam Bank Launches $50M Blockchain Fund
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 13:53
The fund will focus on global early and growth-stage companies that shape the next generation of financial services and digital systems, the venture capital arm of Thailand's oldest bank says. Hashdex to Launch the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index ETF
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 13:39
The ETF will be available for trading by accredited non-U.S. investors. Crypto Market Maker Apifiny Plans to Go Public
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 13:30
The San Francisco-based firm did not say if it would choose a direct listing. What Is the ERC-20 Ethereum Token Standard?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 12:52
The ERC-20 token standard was revolutionary for creating interoperability between tokens built on the Ethereum Network. New $50m Venture Fund Aims to Bridge East-West DeFi Investment Divide
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 12:51
Spartan Group's new fund has raised over $30 million in its first round, with a further $20 million expected to be raised in March or April. Ether Hits $1,800 for First Time as Market Cap Passes $200B
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 12:10
Ether has more than doubled in value this year, outperforming bitcoin. Bitcoin Could Rally Further as Tesla Leads Corporates on Treasury Investments
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 11:32
"The market is now pricing in a high likelihood that many other corporates will copy Tesla," one trader said. Mobile Firm Employee Charged for Aiding Crypto SIM Swap Attacks Targeting 19
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 11:09
Stephen Defiore was allegedly paid to transfer cellphone accounts to ones owned by a co-conspirator. Mobile Firm Employee Charged With Aiding Crypto SIM-Swap Attacks Targeting 19
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 11:09
Stephen Defiore was allegedly paid to transfer cellphone accounts to ones owned by a co-conspirator. U.S. Woman Charged Over Attempted Dark Web Murder-for-Hire Paid With Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 09:58
The woman allegedly presented a sum of over $5,000 in bitcoin to a dark web admin as proof she could afford the hit. Blockfolio Apologizes After Racist Terms Posted in Portfolio App
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 09:26
A "Signals" account has been blocked after making racist posts available to all users of the app. KeepChange Foils Bitcoin Theft but Loses User Data in Sunday Breach
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 08:57
The bitcoin marketplace has halted withdrawal requests temporarily. BitMEX Introduces Data Storage Framework for FATF’s Travel Rule
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 05:00
Compliance chief Malcolm Wright led the development of BitMEX’s data storage principles for crypto exchanges. Investors Pump $250M Into Reddit Following Social Media Site’s Role in GameStop Mania
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 09. 02:05
The site plans to double its headcount to 1,400 by the end of 2021. Bitcoin Tops $46K for First Time as Market Bets Others Will Follow Tesla’s Lead
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 23:10
That Tesla has invested in bitcoin is an announcement the market had long sought to hear. Bitcoin Tops $47K After Tearing Through $45K, $46K in Tesla-Fueled Rise
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 23:10
That Tesla has invested in bitcoin is an announcement the market had long sought to hear. Market Wrap: The ‘Elon Effect’ Blasts Bitcoin to $44.8K While Ether Moons
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 21:29
Bitcoin and ether had record-breaking days while trending more together. Wall Street Shifts Focus From Blockchain Infrastructure to Crypto Assets
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 21:11
Enterprise blockchain technology has been underwhelming but financial institutions are investing heavily in digital assets, a new analysis shows. Think Stablecoins Are Solid? Remember the Financial Crisis
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 19:44
USD stablecoins are created largely outside the dollar system and lack federal deposit guarantees. Investors should be careful. Caveat Depositor. How Safe Is Your Stablecoin?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 19:44
USD stablecoins are created largely outside the dollar system and lack federal deposit guarantees. Investors should be careful. Cardano, Polkadot Market Caps Surpass XRP as Some Bet on Alternatives to Ethereum
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 19:30
The price of gas continues to rise on Ethereum, squeezing smaller retail traders using DEXs. Tesla’s Buying of Bitcoin Briefly Made Bitcoin More Valuable Than Tesla
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 19:24
The cryptocurrency was more valuable than all but seven of the world's publicly traded companies. Nic Carter’s Castle Island Ventures Closes $50M Investment Fund
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 18:42
The early stage VC will continue to invest around its primary thesis: "that public blockchains are changing the world." Apple Should Launch Own Crypto Exchange, RBC Analyst Says
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 18:16
Analysts at the largest bank in Canada noted that after PayPal and Square’s crypto offerings, the market for tech firms creating crypto wallets has already been validated. Blockchain Bites: Tesla Drives $1.5B Into Bitcoin, Brian Brooks Comments on Monetary Debasement
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 17:45
Tesla plowed $1.5 billion into bitcoin, ETH futures went live on CME, Brian Brooks comments on dollar debasement. Elon Musk Buys Bitcoin: Everything You Need to Know About Tesla’s $1.5B Purchase
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 17:20
The implications of Elon Musk’s purchase on bitcoin’s climate narrative, other Fortune 500 treasury management strategies and more. China’s Blockchain Infrastructure Services Provider BSN Adds Casper to Network
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 16:35
Casper is an Ethereum competitor that aims to launch in the first quarter of 2021. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 8, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 16:30
With BTC setting new all-time high prices, ether futures launching and Elon Musk announcing Tesla's purchase of $1.5B worth of bitcoin, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. Binance Drops Defamation Lawsuit Against Forbes Over ‘Tai Chi’ Document
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 16:07
The exchange did not say in its latest filing why it withdrew the case, at least for now. Top Crypto Exchanges Experience Difficulties as Tesla News Prompts Trading Frenzy
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 15:46
Binance, Coinbase, Gemini and Kraken are all having technical difficulties under heavy trading load. Ex-OCC Chief Brooks Calls Tesla’s Bitcoin Buy a Bit ‘Scary News’ for Rest of World
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 15:29
Brooks noted that the U.S. money supply will have risen 40% over the last 12 months once the most recent round of stimulus is done. Ex-OCC Chief Brooks Calls Tesla’s Bitcoin Buy a Bit ‘Scary’ for Rest of World
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 15:29
Brooks said the U.S. money supply will have risen 40% over the last 12 months once the most recent round of stimulus is done. Bank of Korea: CBDCs Are Fiat Currency Not Virtual Assets
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 15:13
Some legal changes would be needed before a potential central bank digital currency launch in South Korea, research indicates. Which Crypto Projects Are Based on Ethereum?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 14:57
Ethereum dapps are different from everyday apps because they aim to hand users more control over their online lives. First Mover: Tesla Sends Bitcoin Mooning Past $44K as Snoop Wins #dogebowl
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 14:43
Electric-vehicle entrepreneur Elon Musk follows through with a $1.5 billion purchase after adding "#bitcoin" to his Twitter profile late last month. Potential India Crypto Ban, Worldwide Darknet and Virgil Griffith’s Saga Continues
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 14:41
Crypto restrictions in India, fresh darknet market research from Chainalysis and the newest chapter in Virgil Griffith’s North Korea saga. Hardware Wallet Maker Ledger Adds DeFi Support to Mobile App
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 14:04
Ledger's mobile app now allows users to connect to decentralized apps via an integration with open-source protocol WalletConnect. Hardware Wallet Maker Ledger Adding DeFi Support to Mobile App
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 14:04
The updated app will let users connect to decentralized apps via an integration with open-source protocol WalletConnect. Introducing CoinDesk TV: Industry-Leading Crypto News, Now in Living Color
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 13:51
Amid turbulence in markets, economy and society, there's no better time or purpose to launch CoinDesk TV, writes Executive Producer Joanne Po. What Bloomberg Gets Wrong About Bitcoin’s Climate Footprint
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 13:37
The outlet compared Bitcoin and Visa's energy use, reaching several highly misleading conclusions, our columnist says. Canadian Crypto Lender Ledn Raises $2.7M for Emerging Markets Expansion
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 13:35
After growing in Latin America, the firm wants to bring its micro-loans and stablecoin savings features to other emerging markets. Bitcoin Hits New Record High Over $43K on Tesla News
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 13:10
The largest cryptocurrency surged at least 11% to surpass the previous peak price of $41,962 reached in early January. Tesla Invests $1.5B in Bitcoin, Plans to Accept Crypto Payments
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 13:00
Tesla also expects to begin accepting bitcoin as a form of payment for its products "in the near future." Bitcoin Miner Bitfarms to Raise $31M in Sale of Shares to Institutional Investors
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 11:47
The additional funding will go towards the acquisition of more miners, expanding infrastructure and boosting working capital. India May Side-Step Parliament to Push Through Crypto Bill: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 10:36
The bill would potentially kick off the development of a digital rupee while banning “private cryptocurrencies.” Ethereum Futures Are Now Trading on CME
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 10:04
The Chicago exchange has now traded 77 ETH contracts after going live on Sunday. Children’s Charity Creates Bitcoin Superhero to Attract Crypto Donations
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 08. 09:07
The "Billy Bitcoin" hero is part of the charity's efforts to drum up more crypto donations. Crypto Long & Short: Could Scalable Payments for Bitcoin Undermine Its Value?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 07. 22:01
A stream of crypto payments services coming to market give new life to the debate around whether bitcoin can be both a store of value and a payments token. Nigerian Central Bank Says Its Ban on Crypto Accounts Is Nothing New
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 07. 20:56
The Central Bank of Nigeria said its warning to banks on Friday was not a new position, but a reiteration of its 2017 stance on cryptocurrencies.
Dogecoin Rises More Than 36% After Snoop Dogg Becomes Snoop DOGE
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 07. 16:41
The Twitter-based DOGE show culminated in a Lion King-inspired meme photo of Musk holding up Simmons who is shown holding up Snoop Dogg, who in turn is holding up a Shiba Ina.
Dogecoin Smokes Its All-Time High After Snoop Dogg Becomes Snoop DOGE
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 07. 16:41
DOGE also jumped four places on the list of most-valuable cryptocurrencies to No. 7. Preston Byrne on GameStop, Online Mobs and Marmots
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 07. 15:00
The attorney joins Ben Schiller to consider the continuing fallout from the WallStreetBets controversy. Wall Street Is ‘The Hunger Games’ With Suits
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 07. 14:00
A reading of Ben Hunt’s latest essay for Epsilon Theory. Serbian Man Extradited to US After Being Indicted In $70 Million Crypto Fraud
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 06. 17:35
The scheme allegedly included offering bitcoin at “half market price.”
Serbian Man Extradited to US After Being Indicted in $70M Crypto Fraud
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 06. 17:35
The scheme allegedly included offering bitcoin at “half market price.”
Digital Gold: How Should Financial Advisors Be Thinking About Bitcoin?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 06. 17:20
Is Bitcoin digital gold? In this episode of ‘On Purpose, With Tyrone Ross,’ we dig into bitcoin narratives as financial advisors see them and explore the concept of bitcoin as a store of value. Bill Miller-Run $2.25B Fund May Buy GBTC to Gain Bitcoin Exposure of Up to 15%
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 06. 14:51
The fund noted that it would not expose more than 15% of its $2.25 billion in assets to bitcoin.
Bill Miller’s Flagship Fund May Now Buy GBTC to Gain Bitcoin Exposure of Up to 15%
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 06. 14:51
The fund noted it would not expose more than 15% of its $2.25 billion in assets to bitcoin.
Bitcoin Back Above $40K as Institutions Lead the Way
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 06. 14:10
BTC is back within striking distance of its all-time high set early last month. A Bitcoiner Is Now on the Senate Banking Committee
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 06. 14:00
Wyoming’s Cynthia Lummis – the first U.S. senator to publicly hold bitcoin – has been appointed to the key financial regulatory committee. Unlike the Early Web, Crypto Does Not Need State Patronage
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 06. 12:00
Blockchain doesn't need ARPANET-type government support. But co-ordination and collective action are vital to avoid duplication of effort. Binance Suspends Deposits in Nigeria Following Central Bank Directive
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 22:08
Nigeria's central bank told financial institutions they couldn't provide crypto companies or users with services on Friday. If Whales Move the Market, UniWhales Is the Whale Whisperer
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 21:55
Want to see how DeFi’s biggest players are trading? Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rises to $38.3K While Ether’s New High Takes Spotlight
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 21:39
DeFi and the prospect of trading futures have crypto investors scooping up ETH. US Senate Bill Re-Introduces Suspicious Activity Reports for Social Media
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 21:26
The bill would create “suspicious transmission activity reports” for tech platforms. Square Crypto-Led Consortium Challenges Craig Wright’s Bitcoin White Paper Claim
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 21:12
The response asks general questions regarding Craig Wright's claims. Bitfinex Says It Repaid Tether for $550M Loan at Center of NYAG Probe
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 21:12
Bitfinex says early Friday it repaid fully of the loan to Tether. Why a Chinese New Year Sell-Off May Not Happen This Year
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 20:44
It's the year of the ox, and many traders and investors are holding their bitcoin in anticipation of a bullish market trend. Travis Kling: In the Fed Era, There’s No Such Thing as Market Fundamentals
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 20:00
The Ikigai Asset Management investor discusses WallStreetBets, institutional investors and recent bitcoin critiques. Fundamental Investing Is Alive and Well in Crypto
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 19:37
Ironically, digital assets might be one of the best asset classes for true fundamental investment analysis, says our columnist. Corporate Treasuries Are Figuring Out Bitcoin on the Balance Sheet
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 19:28
MicroStrategy’s approach has got the Association of Corporate Treasurers and IKEA thinking. What Does Hashrate Mean?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 19:01
Miners must compete using their machines to solve a difficult mathematical problem. Hackers Are Trying to Mine Crypto Using Russian Government Servers, Expert Says
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 18:21
Hackers have been mining crypto on government servers in Russia, including defense contractors and medical centers, expert says. US President Biden: ‘I’m Not Cutting the Size of the Checks’ for Fiscal Relief
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 18:13
The comments came after reports said the White House was considering reducing the size of its proposed stimulus package. Blockchain Bites: The Weird and Wonderful in Crypto This Week
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 17:39
Also: Ether is jumping off, taking DeFi tokens with it. Money Reimagined: Enterprise Blockchain Isn’t Dead
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 17:38
Corporations find blockchain technology challenging to use. But it's much too early to write off enterprise applications wholesale. What the GameStop Saga Says About US Capitalism
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 17:12
In the aftermath of WallStreetBets, Demetri Kofinas joins the hosts of "Money Reimagined" as they dissect the events that led to this moment and what it means for our future. 0x Labs Closes $15M Fundraising Round as ZRX Finds DeFi Market Fit
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 17:01
Sorry, Matcha fans: No plans for a new token to airdrop.
Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 5, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 16:15
With BTC looking for a breakout as ether notches another all-time high, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup.
Protego Becomes Second Crypto Firm to Win Bank Charter From OCC
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 16:11
The conditional approval from the U.S. banking regulator follows Anchorage's approval last month. Arcane Crypto Lists on Nasdaq First North After Reverse Takeover
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 15:36
The Norway-based investment company is now known as Arcane Crypto AB and trades as "ARCANE." China’s BSN Onboards EY for Ethereum Compliance Tools
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 15:14
The new compliance services could further boost China’s efforts in the blockchain race against the U.S. Indian Exchanges Launch Campaign Seeking to Avert Potential Crypto Ban
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 15:03
The exchanges have set up websites helping supporters email members of parliament. Nigeria’s Central Bank Orders Banks to Close Accounts of All Crypto Users
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 14:52
Any breaches of the order would face "severe regulatory sanctions," the central bank warned. First Mover: It’s ‘Dorsey’s Node’ as Bitcoin Marches Higher, DOGE Chokes
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 14:34
Bitcoin breaks out, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey sets up a bitcoin node and Bank of England warns on negative rates. Meanwhile, it's DeFi that's mooning. Ether Tops $1.7K, Setting New Record as CME Futures Launch Nears
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 14:22
The cryptocurrency has gained 30% so far this week. PayPal Says Venmo Under Investigation in US by Consumer Regulator
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 14:17
The U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is probing the social payments app, according to Reuters. U.S. Added Fewer Jobs Than Expected in January, Boosting Case for Stimulus
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 13:53
The report will likely influence negotiations over U.S. President Biden’s $1.9 trillion stimulus package over the coming weeks. US Added Fewer Jobs Than Expected in January, Boosting Case for Stimulus
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 13:53
The report will likely influence negotiations over U.S. President Biden’s $1.9 trillion stimulus package over the coming weeks. Gaming Company The9 Is Buying 5,000 More Bitcoin Miners
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 13:41
The firm announced its pivot to mining in January. Hacker Refuses to Hand Police Password for Seized Wallet With $6.5M in Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 13:20
Throughout a two-year prison term, the man repeatedly refused to give wallet access to German authorities. DeFi Season? LINK, AAVE, ZRX and COMP Hit Record Price Highs, Outperforming Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 12:24
An analyst expects DeFi tokens to mimic bitcoin's 2017 bull run this year. DeFi Project ArmorFi Awards $1.5M Bounty for Bug Alert That Potentially Saved Its Reserves
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 11:43
ArmorFi's CTO has also offered to get a tattoo chosen by the ethical hacker who found the bug. Australia’s Central Bank Says Bitcoin ‘Not Really Money,’ No Risk to Financial Stability
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 10:59
The Reserve Bank's assistant governor for financial systems, Michelle Bullock, said there is "a lot of fuss over bitcoin." Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Has Set up His Own Bitcoin Node
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 10:23
Dorsey will now have a hand in keeping the bitcoin network running. Credit Card Companies Should Offer Stablecoin Payments or Be Left Behind: Gartner
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 10:03
Centralized payment firms like Visa, Mastercard and PayPal have an opportunity to offer innovative stablecoin payment networks, the research firm said. Crypto Hedge Fund Founder Pleads Guilty to $90M Fraud
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 05. 09:07
Virgil Capital founder Stefan Qin lied to investors and siphoned off millions to fund a lavish lifestyle. Following GameStop, South Korea Financial Regulator Extends Ban on Short Sales
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 23:14
Caving to pressure from retail traders, South Korea's ban on short-selling has been extended through May 2021. Yearn Finance DAI Vault ‘Has Suffered an Exploit’; $13.8M Drained
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 22:19
“Attacker got away with 2.8m, dai vault lost 11.1m,” a Yearn Finance developer posted in Discord. Yearn Finance DAI Vault ‘Has Suffered an Exploit’; $11M Drained
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 22:19
“Attacker got away with 2.8m, dai vault lost 11.1m,” a Yearn Finance developer posted in Discord. TokenSoft to Trade Digital Securities on tZERO’s Retail Market
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 21:56
On the Overstock-owned platform, TokenSoft customers will be able issue security tokens that retail and accredited investors can trade. Market Wrap: Bitcoin Drops to $36.3K as DeFi Jumps to $32B on Ether FOMO
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 21:42
The amount of crypto in USD values locked in decentralized finance has reached $32.8 billion, a new high. What We Learned About PayPal’s Crypto Strategy This Week
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 20:00
Insights from PayPal’s first quarterly earnings report since launching crypto services. Crypto Startup Metal Pay Files for National Bank Charter
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 18:02
Metal Pay's "First Blockchain Bank and Trust" would be FDIC-insured, CEO Marshall Hayner told CoinDesk. Crypto Startup Metal Pay Files for National Bank Charter
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 18:02
Metal Pay's "First Blockchain Bank and Trust" would be FDIC-insured, CEO Marshall Hayner told CoinDesk. Blockchain Bites: The Rise of the Bitcoin Investment Fund
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 17:58
A flurry of crypto investment funds were announced, as NYDIG predicts it will see $25 billion in bitcoin under management by year's end. Meet the Technician Who Unlocks Your Forgotten Crypto Wallets
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 17:11
It’s a bitcoin bull run and you've forgotten the password to your wallet. What’s next? Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 4, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 16:30
With ether breaching another all-time high and payments giant Visa expanding its digital currency roadmap, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. Croatia’s Tifon Gas Stations Hope to Tap Tourist Trade With Crypto Payment Support
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 16:14
Forty-six fuel stops will accept bitcoin, ether, stellar, XRP and EOS through a partnership with local platform PayCek. Crypto Is the Libertarian Cheat Code in the Final Battle Over State Coercion
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 16:05
A normie Mario fights Bowser to save Princess Peach; a libertarian Mario builds her an escape hatch. The Unexpected Challenges of CoinDesk’s First Staking Venture
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 15:30
How we decided to participate in staking on Ethereum 2.0, the challenges we had to overcome and the implications of the controversial move. $72M Crypto Fund Backed by Paul Tudor Jones and LL Cool J Comes Out of Stealth
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 15:14
Led by Glenn Hutchins, the new fund has already invested in Dapper Labs and other crypto projects. First Mover: Ethereum, DOGE on Own Journeys as Inflation Bets Fuel Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 14:58
Altcoins like Chainlink get big boost from DeFi growth on Ethereum, while inflation bets boost bitcoin and dogecoin gets (Elon Musk) moonshot. $10M Fund From Cosmos-Based Terra Will Gladly Back DeFi Projects on Ethereum
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 14:00
The fund will pay for the one thing devs can't do internally: security audits. Discord Scammers Lure Users to Fake Exchange With Promise of Free Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 13:42
The scammers may be trying to collect a database of crypto users for sale on the dark web, said Kaspersky. Rare Hashmasks Digital Artwork Sells for $650K in Ether
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 12:48
"The piece itself is chaotic, yet ordered. It invokes a concept of biblical dualism with the demon and halo," said the buyer. South Africa’s Tax Agency Is Clamping Down on Crypto Users: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 11:43
The South African Revenue Service is likely "ensnaring" non-compliant taxpayers, a tax consultancy said in a news report. Japan’s SBI Adds XRP to Cryptocurrency Lending Service
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 11:18
Users of SBI's cryptocurrency exchange can lend XRP for a return of 0.1% per annum. US Library of Congress Says Most Countries Lack Clear Tax Guidance on Crypto Staking
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 10:37
Out of 31 nations, only 5 have tax guidance addressing cryptocurrency rewards via staking, a study found. What Is Uniswap? A Complete Beginner’s Guide
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 10:09
Uniswap is an automated ethereum-based crypto exchange with its own governance token, UNI. Elon Musk Is Back Tweeting About Dogecoin as Price Rises 50%
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 09:39
Musk was apparently welcoming dogecoin's latest price bounce. Ethereum Transaction Fees Hit Record Highs As Ether, DeFi Coins Soar
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 09:02
The average Ethereum transaction fee has passed $20 for the first time. Bitcoin an ‘Emerging Competitor’ to Gold, Says CME’s Chief Economist
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 08:41
Blu Putnam said gold's ongoing production, likely to increase this year, contrasts with bitcoin's fixed supply. Myanmar Military Blocks Facebook as Global Internet Disruptions Intensify
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 04. 00:05
Internet disruptions are costly, but that doesn’t stop governments from shutting down access.
Saylor, MicroStrategy Offer Playbook for Corporate Bitcoin Adoption at Annual Summit
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 23:02
Saylor his MicroStrategists front-ran corporate bitcoin what-abouters at the firm's detail-heavy annual conference. Taproot Update: Bitcoin Users Home In on Activation Plan, Date Still TBD
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 22:08
The meeting ended with rough consensus in favor of BIP8 (false), as well as with approval of two possible methods to put this BIP into motion.
China’s Central Bank Is Partnering With SWIFT on a New Joint Venture
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 21:54
It's unclear what the new group's mission will be, though People's Bank of China employees working on its digital currency efforts will be involved. Dan Tapiero Launches $200M Fund to Invest in Crypto Companies
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 21:54
Tapiero is joined by Michael Dubilier and Stan Miroshnik. PayPal 2020 Results: ‘Outstanding Finish to a Record Year’
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 21:40
It was the first quarterly earnings report from the payments giant since rolling out its crypto service in late 2020. PayPal Q4 Transaction Revenue Rose 11.8% in 1st Quarterly Report Since Adding Crypto
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 21:40
Customers who bought crypto through the platform have been logging in twice as much as they were before, the payments giant said. Market Wrap: Bitcoin Cracks $37.2K as Ether Breaks Through to Record-High $1.6K
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 21:35
Bitcoin has been trending higher for two days but ether is in the spotlight now. Bitcoin Mining Firm Bit Digital Removes CEO; Chairwoman Resigns
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 21:27
The changes come amid an ongoing class-action lawsuit against the mining company. Sino-Global Shares Soar as Shipping Firm Expands Into Bitcoin Mining
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 20:25
Sino-Global announced a new COO and CTO as it plans to start mining. China Leads Africa’s Digital Currency Race
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 20:22
With years of public investment and plenty of penetration for its phone makers, China is well placed to establish a digital currency in Africa. Michael Saylor’s Mission to Get 1,400 Corporations Into Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 20:10
MicroStrategy is hosting a two-day “Bitcoin for Corporations” event. Here’s what to watch for. Ether Soars to Another All-Time High, Carrying DeFi and Rival Coins With It
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 19:31
Investor excitement ahead of the CME's planned ether futures contract is one reason for the price push. NYDIG Expects to Hold $25B in Bitcoin for Institutional Clients by Year End
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 18:46
CEO Stevens said NYDIG's institutional order books are looking bullish for the year. Blockchain Bites: MicroStrategy’s Macro Strategy for Bitcoin Treasuries
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 17:38
Bitcoin is being hoovered up faster than it's mined, as Guggenheim predicts increased institutional inflows and Ruffer takes profits. How Bitcoin’s Taproot Upgrade Will Improve Technology Across Bitcoin’s Software Stack
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 17:17
Scaling, privacy and custody software will all benefit from Bitcoin’s biggest upgrade in years. CrossTower Launches Bitcoin Fund to Compete With Grayscale’s GBTC
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 17:05
The fund is starting out with $20 million in AUM, largely from family offices, and touts lower fees than the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 3, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 16:30
With BTC trading in its recent range and a look at DeFi in a post-WallStreetBets world, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. Miami Mayor Previews ‘Favorable’ Crypto Policy
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 16:08
In an interview with CoinDesk, Francis X. Suarez explains how he plans to attract the crypto industry to Florida. Jack Ma’s Ant Group Agrees to Restructure After Pressure From China’s Regulators: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 15:58
Regulators have been clamping down on Ant Group, even cancelling its expected $35 billion twin IPO late last year. Ruffer Turns Bitcoin Investment Into $750M Profit in Under 2 Months
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 14:58
"We did not expect immediate fireworks,” said a Ruffer executive. The Block Founder Mike Dudas Takes Stablecoin Role at Paxos
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 14:41
The serial entrepreneur, payments veteran and pugnacious tweeter will focus on building Paxos' white-labeled stablecoin business. Bitcoin Startup Casa Raises $4M Led by Fidelity-Linked Avon Ventures
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 14:40
Coinbase Ventures also joined the round. First Mover: Bulls Are Back as Ether Hits All-Time High, Bitcoiners Hoard
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 14:26
GameStop comedown shows appeal of social media-fueled trading. Dogecoin chatter in Reddit reveals cryptocurrency analogue. Bitcoin Miner Argo Blockchain Bought 172.5 BTC in January
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 14:19
With bitcoin trading near $36,500, the new holdings have a current value of over $6 million. NFT Marketplace Rarible Closes $1.75M Seed Raise From 1kx, Coinbase Ventures
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 14:00
The startup will use the funds to build a DAO governance structure. Uphold to Launch Crypto Card in Europe After Optimus Acquisition
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 13:55
The firm plans to start rolling out its multi-asset debit card on the Optimus platform in Europe "shortly." Rare Sneaker App Switches From Ethereum to Hedera to Skip Blockchain Fees
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 13:00
At $80 for minting an NFT on Ethereum versus $1 on Hedera, it was a matter of cost, said SUKU. Crypto Banking Company BCB Group Hires Former Coinbase UK CEO
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 12:56
Feroz will bring experience "built across the global payments and fintech industry," BCB Group said. Valid Points: CoinDesk’s Ethereum 2.0 Validator Is Officially Staked
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 12:33
Ethereum developers met Tuesday to compare research on the eventual merge of Eth 1.x and Eth 2.0 Bitcoin Holders Have Now Stashed Away 15% of Circulating Supply
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 12:19
Continued accumulation of bitcoin by investors is causing market liquidity to drop and helping drive prices higher. Visa Signals Further Crypto Ambitions With API Pilot for Bank Customers to Buy Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 12:00
Visa is working with Anchorage to allow customers at traditional banks to "buy and sell digital assets such as Bitcoin." Binance Says It Wants to Get More People Using Crypto With Its New Payments Service
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 11:54
The beta Binance Pay product currently allows users to make and receive payments in five cryptocurrencies and the euro. ErisX Exchange Asks CFTC to Approve Sports Bet Futures as ‘Risk Hedging’ Tools
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 11:10
If approved, three proposed futures contracts would be tied to the outcome of National Football League games. Canadian Firm Files for Bitcoin ETF on Toronto Stock Exchange
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 10:26
The Accelerate Bitcoin ETF would list on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker “ABTC.” Guggenheim CIO Says Bitcoin Could Eventually Climb to $600,000
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 09:46
While bitcoin has potential to support a huge valuation long-term, currently there isn't enough institutional involvement, Said Scott Minerd. US Navy Couple Charged With Selling 9,000 Stolen Identities for Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 03. 09:18
Prosecutors allege the pair used their positions in the U.S. Navy to steal and sell personal information of 9,000 people. Why a GameStop-Inspired Mania Is Unlikely in China’s Stock Market
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 23:23
It would be logistically challenging for Chinese retail investors to organize a short-selling campaign, especially with the authorities watching. Crypto Long & Short: GameStop, Dogecoin y un nuevo paradigma de mercado
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 21:53
Es difícil ser justo con el significado e importancia que ha tenido el escándalo de Reddit-Robinhood-GameStop ocurrido la semana pasada. Con esto no quiero decir que no haya sido sobreestimado en algunos lugares. He oído comparaciones con los disturbios del Capitolio. Y no es lo mismo: aquello se trató de una sedición; esto es rebelión, […] Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rises to $35.8K, Ether Hits New High and DeFi Crosses $28B Locked
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 21:36
The last time bitcoin’s closing price was under $30,000 was Jan. 1, according to CoinDesk 20 data. Is This the End of the Reddit Retail Investor Dream?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 19:57
As GME plummets and traditional financial media turns its attention elsewhere, where does the retail trading insurgency go from here? Bullish Sign for Crypto? USDC and Dai Balances on Exchanges Hit Record Highs
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 19:39
Buying in these stablecoins may foretell where the crypto market is going. Bitcoin Miners Saw Revenue Rise 62% in January From December
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 19:31
Miners earned over $1.1 billion in January. A Big Year for Decentralized Identity and Infrastructure
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 18:50
The World Economic Forum's head of blockchain highlights four trends to look out for in the year ahead. California Pension Fund Loaded Up on RIOT Shares During Bitcoin’s Q4 Rally
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 18:21
The largest public pension in the U.S. bought more RIOT shares for the first time since 2017. Yearn Finance Votes to Inflate YFI Token Supply by 20%
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 18:12
The vote to mint an additional 6,666 YFI in order to fund future development on the Yearn protocol has passed. Blockchain Bites: IBM Blockchain Bleeds, Exchange Tokens Pump, ETH Hits New High
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 17:08
A new report from Outlier Ventures provides a map of blockchain development activity. Ethereum, Cosmos and Bitcoin lead the pack. Why Crypto Markets Aren’t ‘All-to-All’ Either (and How They Can Be)
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 16:49
GameStop-Robinhood revealed inequalities in the retail equity trading system. Can crypto markets do better? They must. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 2, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 16:30
With BTC rising and a look at what could happen in a post-COVID economy, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. One Big Pool: Balancer’s New Version Cuts Down Transactions and Gas Fees
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 16:21
Version 2 of the DeFi site also has an "asset manager" where idle funds earn yield. Ethereum Miners Earned Record $830M in January
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 16:15
Miner revenue jumped over 120% from the previous month. Debt Collection Firm CIS Now Accepts Bitcoin for B2B Repayments
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 16:08
Corporate Intelligence Services said it launched the new repayment option to provide a better service its "clientele." Bitwise Files for Approval to Publicly Trade Its Bitcoin Fund
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 16:00
The fund aims to compete with Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust and others by offering a 50 basis point lower expense ratio. OKEx Exchange to Integrate Bitcoin’s Lightning Network for Faster, Cheaper Transactions
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 15:50
High on-chain fees and transaction times for bitcoin can be off-putting to users, the exchange said. State of Crypto: How Will the Government React to GameStop?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 15:30
Also: Ripple filed its response to the SEC and a FinCEN official discusses the controversial counterparty rule in public for the first time. India Minister Suggests Modi Government Not Planning Outright Crypto Ban
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 15:19
A recent bulletin from India's lower house had once more raised fears of an total cryptocurrency ban. DeFi Privacy Is Getting a Boost From Polkadot Parachain Manta Network
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 15:00
Manta Network will build MantaSwap now that it has closed a $1.1 million funding round. Alameda Research Joins Up With Interoperability Project Ren
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 14:59
Sam Bankman-Fried's Alameda Research has established ties with RenVM to bring more DeFi assets to Solana. Interoperability Project Ren ‘Joining’ Alameda Research
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 14:59
Sam Bankman-Fried's Alameda Research has established ties with RenVM to bring more DeFi assets to the Solana blockchain. MicroStrategy Adds to Bitcoin Trove With Another $10M Purchase
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 14:50
MicroStrategy now holds 71,079 BTC. Russia and US Dominate Global Dark Market Traffic: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 14:46
Darknet marketplaces received $1.7 billion during 2020, mostly from Russia, the U.S., Ukraine and China, Chainalysis says. ConsenSys, Securosys Combine Tech for ‘Secure’ Way to Stake on Ethereum 2.0
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 14:26
The method employs Securosys' hardware security modules to keep participants' keys safe. First Mover: Federal Reserve Soup Now Includes Bitcoin, DeFi, Silver, GameStop
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 14:15
Market news from crypto to Wall Street is all over the place. These Two Firms Want to Upgrade Crypto Infrastructure for Banks and Exchanges
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 14:00
Custody tech provider METACO and forex trading platform Cobalt have teamed up in a bid to rewire the financial system to handle cryptocurrency. Bullish Bitcoin Fundamentals Point to Renewed Price Rally Ahead
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 12:42
Analysts cautioned that a stronger dollar could play spoilsport to any new push higher. Gemini Partners With Crypto Lender Genesis to Offer 7.4% Yield on Customer Deposits
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 12:00
The product is part of Gemini’s attempt to bring in new crypto investors with bank-like products.
China’s 500.com to Purchase Another $8.5M-Worth of Bitcoin Miners
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 11:10
The NYSE-listed lottery firm may also acquire another 10,000 miners this year. China’s 500.com to Purchase Another $8.5M Worth of Bitcoin Miners
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 11:10
The NYSE-listed lottery firm may also acquire another 10,000 miners this year. Malaysia Pair Face Caning for Alleged $37K Bitcoin Fraud
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 10:30
If convicted, the two men face a maximum of 10 years in prison, caning and fines. Ether Cryptocurrency Nears Record High Amid WSB Trading Buzz
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 09:51
Analysts say the trading movement started by WallStreetBets may boost adoption of ether and other cryptocurrencies. Robinhood CEO May Testify Before US House Committee Over GameStop Allegations
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 09:30
Vlad Tenev will likely appear before a U.S. virtual hearing as lawmakers investigate the firm's recent trading restrictions, a Politico report says. 21Shares Launching First Polkadot ETP on SIX Exchange
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 02. 08:24
The Polkadot ETP (PDOT) will list on the Swiss SIX Exchange on Thursday. SEC Charges Three of Stealing $11.4M Through Token Backed by Actor Steven Seagal
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 22:30
The Bitcoiin2Gen trio allegedly bilked investors through false statements and celebrity crypto endorsements. Market Wrap: Bitcoin Trading Tepidly at $33.7K While SushiSwap Eats Raw Market Share
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 21:46
The investor spotlight is now shining on DeFi tokens and trading. Facial Recognition Tech May Be Being Used Against Russian Protestors
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 21:37
Russian police officials may be tracking attendees at pro-Navalny protests using facial recognition tools, detainees claim. Exchange Tokens Hit New All-time Highs as Stock Traders Rush to Crypto
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 21:29
GameStop caught the stock-buying public's imagination. That excitement has spilled over to crypto. What Are NFTs and How Do They Work?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 20:25
NFTs are unique assets that grant gamers and collectors full ownership over their digital items. Coinbase Taps Nasdaq for Direct Listing: Report
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 20:09
The crypto exchange will reportedly join Nasdaq's tech-heavy lineup. FinCEN’s Wallet Rule Aims to Close Crypto-Cash Reporting Gap, Official Says
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 20:04
FinCEN Deputy Director Michael Mosier encouraged commenters to provide practical, technical feedback on the rule. Have the Hedge Funds Infiltrated Reddit’s WallStreetBets?
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 19:59
The media keeps saying WallStreetBets is going after silver; WallStreetBets members say it’s a campaign to co-opt and divide them. Robinhood Can’t Democratize Finance Using Old Tools
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 18:25
Robinhood saw the ire of traders last week because it promised to be different. It turned out to be fancy app on top of an antiquated system. Robinhood Raises $3.4B Amid Growth Surge
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 18:09
The round is the stock trading app's largest raise ever IBM Blockchain Is a Shell of Its Former Self After Revenue Misses, Job Cuts: Sources
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 17:58
“There is not really going to be a blockchain team any longer,” said a source. Blockchain Bites: The ‘Silver Lining’ for Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 17:51
XRP and silver went viral – showing mind-meld market mechanics are still in play – though both hit limits. Decentralized Exchange Volumes Hit Record Above $50B in January
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 16:35
Uniswap represented over 45% of total DEX volume. Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 1, 2021
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 16:30
With BTC stalling and the price of silver soaring to eight-year highs, CoinDesk’s Market Daily is back with the latest news roundup. Grayscale Reopens Its Ethereum Trust to Investors
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 15:04
Digital asset manager Grayscale Investments said Monday that its Ethereum Trust (OTCQX: ETHE) is again open to accredited investors. Read more: Digital Asset Manager Grayscale Eyes DeFi Space With New Trust Filings Singapore’s SDAX Gets In-Principle Approval to Launch Digital Asset Exchange
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 14:44
SDAX now has in-principle approval from Singapore's central bank for its Recognized Market Operator license. Switzerland’s Tokenized Securities Law Ushers In New Chapter for Digital Assets
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 14:30
Regulated crypto banks SEBA and Sygnum each issued tokenized securities to mark the occasion. XRP Pump Fails to Materialize as Price Crashes 40% From Day’s High
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 14:26
The hefty drop comes despite a community buying effort scheduled for this morning. First Mover: Silver Is the New GameStop as Musk’s #Bitcoin Stalls
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 14:05
As bitcoin trades in a range, traders are studying the "Grayscale premium" and watching traditional markets for clues to the next market move. Mark Cuban Hails ‘Store of Value Generation’ Taking on Wall Street
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 13:52
Cuban said he believes WSB traders are applying the principles of the crypto world to the stock market. Fine Wines Become First Tokenized Securities Under New Swiss Blockchain Law
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 13:49
In effect from today, Switzerland's new blockchain law allows Sygnum to freely issue tokenized assets, starting with investable wines. Crypto Insurer Nexo Adds Exchange Service to Its Mobile App
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 13:00
Nexo's new service provides more than 75 cryptocurrency and fiat currency pairs for trading. Crypto Lender Nexo Adds Exchange Service to Its Mobile App
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 13:00
Nexo's new service provides more than 75 cryptocurrency and fiat currency pairs for trading. Kraken Exchange Brings Its Spot Price Data to DeFi Via New Chainlink Node
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 11:30
Kraken's connection to the Chainlink network allows the exchange to broadcast its price data for use in blockchain-based apps. US Man Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering Charges Involving $13M in Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 10:42
During a 28-month period, Hugo Mejia illegally exchanged millions of dollars-worth of bitcoin while attempting to hide his activity. XRP Erases SEC-Led Drop as Supporters Pump Price Over $0.60
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 10:04
XRP has more than reversed the late December drop prompted by an SEC lawsuit against Ripple with a rally to two-month highs. ‘A Good Thing’: Elon Musk Says He’s a Supporter of Bitcoin
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 09:09
It would be the most "entertaining and ironic outcome" if dogecoin "becomes the currency of earth in the future," Musk also said. MGM, Winklevoss Twins to Make Movie About Reddit’s GameStop Investors Taking on Wall Street
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 08:26
MGM has acquired the movie rights to a book proposal known as "The Antisocial Network" by New York Times best-selling author Ben Mezrich. Switzerland’s Crypto Broker AG Wins Securities House License From FINMA
CoinDesk
2021. Feb. 01. 05:00
Banks can tick a box and start trading with us, said CEO Rupertus Rothenhaeuser. 
