PR: Utrum to Launch Innovative Blockchain Platform Solving Trust Problems for Crypto Investors
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 25. 09:30
Utrum, a decentralized community platform with reputation-based quality reviews of crypto projects and assets, has announced its public token crowd sale to launch May 10, 2018. Utrum will offer OOT, a Privacy Coin and the utility token of the Utrum ecosystem. The crowd sale is the second ever dICO (decentralized Initial Coin Offering) and is being launched on the Komodo Platform (KMD). Komodo is the world leader in Atomic Swap technology and this technology will be utilized in the Utrum dICO App, allowing participants to invest in the ICO in a unique "wallet-to-wallet" transaction, receiving OOT immediately in exchange for their investment with no third-party intermediary.
A grassroots project, Utrum was born out of a Komodo Slack conversation between a few cryptocurrency investors. Founder and Project Lead for Utrum, Sridhar Panasa, had observed the multitude of scams, misinformation, and chaos plaguing the crypto-investment community at large. Having previously run a Threat Intelligence company, Sridhar has a habit of looking at new technologies from a strong security perspective.
"I saw members running around from telegram groups to facebook groups trying to get
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Chinese #Metoo Movement Turns to Ethereum to Evade Censorship
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 25. 09:30
Inspired by the #metoo movement, students in China are coding messages into the ethereum blockchain to escape Chinese internet censorship. Sequoia Sues Crypto Exchange Binance After Investment Deal Collapses
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 25. 08:01
The founder of the Binance exchange is facing a lawsuit in Hong Kong over allegations he breached an exclusivity agreement with a big-name investor. Quebec Chief Scientist Rejects “Myth” of Widespread Illicit Bitcoin Use
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 25. 06:20
The Chief Scientist of Quebec, Rémi Quirion, has published a document rejecting the popular “myth” that illicit transactions are among those for which bitcoin is principally used. Quebec’s Chief Scientist is closely associated with the Fonds de recherche du Québec (FRQ) – a publicly funded institution dedicated to “providing support for the production and dissemination […]
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Salesforce Among 12 New Members to Join Blockchain Research Institute
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 25. 06:00
Canadian government-backed Blockchain Research Institute announced the addition of 12 new members today, including cloud computing company Salesforce. Wisconsin Mulls Guidelines for Campaign Contributions in Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 25. 04:30
Authorities in the state of Wisconsin have discussed the adoption of guidelines regarding cryptocurrency contributions to political campaigns, as requested by the Libertarian Party. Other states, like California, have urged politicians not to accept bitcoin donations. Kansas is the only state prohibiting such contributions. The Federal Election Commission allows crypto donations to campaigns for federal […]
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MarketWatch Is Tracking Eight More Cryptocurrencies
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 25. 03:27
MarketWatch is now tracking nine cryptocurrencies in total on its website, with the eight additions announced today. Ethereum's Top Developers Think A Blockchain Split Might Be Inevitable
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 25. 03:00
Parity is set on implementing their new proposal to recover frozen funds, and ethereum devs are worried there's nothing to stop a blockchain split. SEC Charges Third Centra Co-Founder With Fraud
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 25. 02:55
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced that Centra Tech Inc. co-founder, Raymond Trapani, has been charged with fraud charges resulting from the SEC’s investigations into Centra’s controversial $32 million USD initial coin offering (ICO). Mr. Trapani is the third and final Centra co-founder to be charged for having a role in […]
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China's Official Government Auditor Is Looking at Blockchain Solutions
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 25. 01:35
China's National Audit Office thinks blockchain streamline its data storage operations. Cryptocurrency Infused Islamic Microfinance Fund Launches in Central Java
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 25. 00:20
This week the firm Blossom Finance announced the open enrollment for an Islamic microfinance fund that will accept multiple cryptocurrencies such as BCH, ETH, and BTC. Investors will focus on socially responsible opportunities, and receive profit sharing from Blossom’s network of microfinance partners in the province of Central Java, Indonesia through a partnership with the […]
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James Bond-Like Villain in $2 Million Bitcoin Heist Caught in Amsterdam
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 22:50
Amsterdam police have announced the re-arrest of Sindri Thor Stefansson. He was initially arrested days ago in Iceland in connection with a bitcoin hardware mining caper that included 600 computers worth $2 million. In a James Bond-like villain move, after his first capture he managed to escape, reportedly hitching a ride on a plane carrying […]
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TD Ameritrade Put An Actual Ad on the Bitcoin Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 21:45
TD Ameritrade used bitcoin's "memo" area to plant a digital flag on the cryptocurrency's ledger. Angellist: Number of New Crypto Job Listings Doubled in the Last Three Months
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 20:05
Angellist, a popular website that allows startups to raise money from angel investors, has revealed data about new crypto job listings on its platform. The company details the hiring needs of companies in the crypto space and what jobs are in demand. Also read: Russian Regulators Draft Law to Restrict Crypto Mining, Payments, and Token Sales […]
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Arizona's Crypto Tax Payments Bill Clears Hurdle
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 19:31
Arizona's revamped cryptocurrency tax bill was approved by a key committee on Monday. Snoop Dogg to Perform at Ripple's Blockchain Week NYC Party
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 18:25
Snoop Dogg will perform at Ripple's Community Night during this year's Blockchain Week in May. 20% of Financial Institutions Examining Starting Cryptocurrency Trading Soon
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 17:55
The cryptocurrency trading market is about to receive an influx of more big banks, hedge funds and other financial institutions within the next few months to a year. A new survey shows that while most are keeping quiet in public about their crypto plans, many are preparing to enter the field. Also Read: Barclays Testing […]
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Mutual Fund Giant Bars Employees from Investing in ICOs
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 17:45
One of the world's largest asset managers has updated its code of ethics to account for the blockchain-based fundraising method. PR: Bitxoxo Exchange Has Launched Its Own ICO Token
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 17:30
Token Pre-Sale has begun from Wednesday, April 18th and will be ending on April 30th, 2018. In the first round of presale, the price will be $1.5/XOXO. The company has sold more than 40% token in 24 hours of pre-sale.
Later, coming up with the main sale at May 5th which will last till May 31st, 2018. While the price of xoxo token will be $2/XOXO during main sale.
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Markets Update: Cryptocurrencies Bring Bullish Gains This Spring
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 17:00
Cryptocurrencies are breaking new price levels this week as markets are seeing gains across the board during the last two weeks of April. Yesterday’s trading sessions saw bitcoin cash touch a high of $1,560 per BCH as the currency has been on a relentless run over the past week. BCH prices are hovering around $1,477 […]
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$150K Stolen From MyEtherWallet Users in DNS Server Hijacking
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 16:35
According to MyEtherWallet's CEO, the issue has been resolved. Hong Kong and Singapore Emerge as New Meccas for Token Sales
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 16:30
Two countries have recently emerged as the new Meccas for token sales following bans in China and South Korea. The number of initial coin offerings in Singapore and Hong Kong has skyrocketed in recent months, as companies seek a favorable environment to raise funds outside their home countries. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the […]
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Iceland's 'Big Bitcoin Heist' Suspect Has Been Arrested
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 15:35
Iceland's alleged bitcoin mining computer thief Sindri Thor Stefansson, who escaped from prison last week, was arrested in Amsterdam Monday. Myetherwallet Servers Are Hijacked in DNS Attack
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 15:26
Myetherwallet (MEW), the web’s most popular client-side ethereum wallet, has been compromised by a DNS attack. Numerous users are reporting missing funds and Mycrypto, a sister site which spun off from MEW earlier this year, has confirmed as much. The incident highlights the dangers of relying on a centralized interface, even when the funds are […]
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Blockchain Insurance Policy Developed for Hurricane-Prone Puerto Rico
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 14:30
A decentralized insurance policy built with blockchain and smart contract technology will provide cover for natural disasters in Puerto Rico. 16 Regulated Crypto Exchanges Unveil Plans to Restore Public Trust in Japan
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 13:36
The new Japanese cryptocurrency association comprising of sixteen government-approved exchanges debuted on Monday. The group has unveiled its plans to spearhead self-regulation in order to rebuild the public’s trust in the crypto industry. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space New Japanese Association Debuts Sixteen fully-licensed cryptocurrency exchanges in Japan have formally launched […]
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Everything Ex-CFTC Chair Gary Gensler Said About Cryptos Being Securities
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 13:31
Here are former CFTC chairman Gary Gensler's full remarks from Monday at the Business of Blockchain event. Crypto Winter or Spring Revival? Take CoinDesk's State of Blockchain Survey
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 13:00
A return to normal, rules on the rise, and did you pay the tax, man? Let us know in our latest industry survey. Bitcoin in Brief Tuesday: Wary Giants, Eager Dwarfs
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 12:10
For some obvious reasons, but also irrational fears, big players like China, Russia, and the European Union are wary of cryptos like bitcoin. Centralized control doesn’t square with decentralization. However, often that’s not how their own regions and smaller neighbors feel about cryptocurrencies. In today’s Bitcoin in Brief we cover some recent developments mirroring this […]
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War On Miners? Maybe Not On This $2 Billion Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 12:00
A proposal up for consideration on the ethereum classic blockchain could open the $2 billion network to a controversial type of mining hardware. Bitcoin Is Facing Stiff Resistance On Road to $10K
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 11:00
Bitcoin is looking bullish today, but must leap several resistance hurdles on the way to $10,000, chart analysis suggests. Nchain Launches Nakasendo SDK for Bitcoin Cash Development
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 10:00
Earlier this week the blockchain technologies research and development firm Nchain released its 1.0 version of Nakasendo a software development kit (SDK) specifically designed to bolster the Bitcoin (BCH) network. Nchain details that the Nakasendo SDK is available for software programmers focusing their energy and resources towards bitcoin cash application and platform development. Also read: […]
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Korea's SK Telecom to Build Blockchain for Identity and Asset Exchange
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 10:00
SK Telecom has announced plans to launch a blockchain-based platform aimed to simplify payment and subscription processes. PR: CoinFi Partners with HybridBlock to Expand Crypto Intelligence Offerings
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 09:30
HONG KONG – April 24, 2018 - CoinFi, a leading market intelligence platform offering Wall Street-caliber trading tools, signals, and analysis on the cryptocurrency market, today announced a strategic partnership with HybridBlock, a crypto e-learning hub, trading platform, and global exchange. The joint venture enables CoinFi to syndicate HybridBlock research and analysis and integrates smart order routing through HybridExchange, HybridBlock’s web-based trading platform. HybridBlock will incorporate CoinFi’s trading tools and data feeds for its intermediate and advanced users as well as curate original research by CoinFi’s analysts.
The partnership, which is expected to ramp up
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'Enough Is Enough': Finance Guru Sues Facebook Over Crypto Scams
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 09:00
Martin Lewis, a British personal finance writer, is suing Facebook for allowing his likeness to be used in scammers' advertisements on the platform. 1 in 5 Financial Institutions Exploring Crypto Trading, Survey Finds
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 08:00
A survey conducted by Thomson Reuters found that around 20 percent of its financial services clients are mulling trading cryptocurrencies in 2018. Bitcoin Cash Proponents Prepare for the Largest Block Size Increase Ever
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 08:00
In a little more than three weeks time the Bitcoin (BCH) network will hard fork by upgrading its block size to 32MB and incorporate additional functionalities to the protocol. Currently, the entire community is steadily preparing for the consensus change as development teams release new code, while users and infrastructure providers upgrade their full node […]
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16 Japan Exchanges Pledge to 'Restore Confidence' at Regulatory Group Launch
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 07:00
A just-launched group of licensed cryptocurrency exchanges in Japan is looking to restore market confidence by adopting self-imposed rules.
16 Exchanges Pledge to Restore Crypto Market Confidence
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 07:00
A just-launched group of licensed cryptocurrency exchanges in Japan is looking to restore market confidence by adopting self-imposed rules.
Ether & Ripple Doomed As Securities According to Regulation Expert
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 06:00
Former Obama administration financial regulator Gary Gensler believes cryptocurrencies such as ether and ripple appear as unregistered securities, and in current violation of the law. His comments carry considerable weight in the broader financial community. They also come after venture capitalists and lawyers invested in ether projects met secretly with the US Securities and Exchange […]
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Cboe Exchange Wants to Lower Its Bitcoin Futures Prices
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 05:00
The CBOE plans to lower the minimum price change for its bitcoin futures contracts from $10 to $5, according to a newly published letter. Bitcoin Price Climbs to 40-Day High Above $9,200
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 04:00
Bitcoin's price is back at 40-day high, followed by a similar trend seen in the overall cryptocurrency market today. Vinny Lingham Interview: Scaling, Securities and Bitcoin Extremism
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 03:55
One of bitcoin’s leading luminaries, Vinny Lingham has an opinion on everything and an uncanny ability to sense market movements, earning him the moniker of Bitcoin Oracle. News.Bitcoin.com caught up with the serial entrepreneur to get his thoughts on bitcoin cash, Lightning Network, token models and more. Also read: Five Reasons Why Bitcoin Cash is About […]
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Fear and HODLing at MIT: Blockchain Experts Weigh Impact of SEC Action
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 02:30
The SEC may cast an even wider net on the crypto space than thought just a week ago, but many remain optimistic about regulators’ growing involvement. Half of the ICO Money in Russia Went to Pyramids
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 02:00
Russian ICOs attracted a total of $300 million last year but half of the funds went to financial pyramids, according to the Russian Association of Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain. The organization that represents the crypto community in the country is now working on an ICO standard to help investors distinguish real projects from fraudulent schemes. Russian […]
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Another Police Official Arrested In Alleged Bitcoin Extortion Plot
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 24. 01:00
A police superintendent has been arrested in India on suspicions that he is connected to an extortion scheme against a local businessman. Bitcoin Miners Unaffected by Price Decline — Hashrates Spiked Exponentially
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 24. 00:00
Despite the multitude of headlines declaring that bitcoin mining was becoming unprofitable over the last four months, the hashrate between both Bitcoin Core (BTC) and Bitcoin Cash (BCH) networks has exploded. At the moment both SHA-256 proof-of-work (POW) powered protocols have been maintaining more than 35 exahash per second, becoming one of the most powerful […]
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If You’re a Wikipedia Contributor, Owning Cryptocurrency May Be a Conflict of Interest
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 22:00
The web’s favorite crowdsourced encyclopedia has just edited its own behavioral guidelines. Wikipedia’s “Conflict of interest” (COI) page outlining etiquette for its 140,000 active editors now includes a reference to cryptocurrency. If you’re editing pages about crypto, the mere act of owning cryptocurrency may preclude you from doing so. Also read: Telegram Urges Paper Airplane Protest, […]
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Coinbase-Cryptsy Lawsuit Will Head to Jury Trial
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 21:10
Coinbase has lost another appeal in a case brought by former customers of the defunct exchange Cryptsy, and the case will now proceed to a jury trial. India Divided on Whether to Ban Crypto Use
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 20:00
As India works on the bill to regulate cryptocurrencies, each government department has its own opinion on whether to ban the use of crypto, including bitcoin. The Finance Ministry, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Income Tax Department, and the Special Investigation Team have voiced their opinions on the upcoming bill. Also read: Russian Regulators […]
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$125 Million: Orchid Is Raising One of 2018's Biggest Token Sales
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 18:30
A startup with the aim of building a private, peer-to-peer browser using cryptocurrency has told the SEC it plans to hold a $125 million SAFT. Russian Government Concerned Crypto Bill Inadequate in Many Ways
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 18:00
The Russian government has officially provided a response to the bill that seeks to outline the legal framework for cryptocurrencies. Many flaws and inadequacies were pointed out including unjustified restrictions on Russian residents and foreign investors. Also read: Russian Regulators Draft Law to Restrict Crypto Mining, Payments, and Token Sales Response to Crypto Bill The Russian […]
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Amber Baldet: Blockchain Should 'Almost Never' Be Used for Privacy
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 17:35
Amber Baldet argued that the blockchain is not a solution for privacy protection in a Monday speech. Amber Baldet: Blockchain Alone Isn't A Privacy Cure-All
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 17:35
Amber Baldet argued that the blockchain is not a solution for privacy protection in a Monday speech. PR: aXpire Introduces MatchBX to the Blockchain Community
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 17:30
aXpire is excited to introduce its MatchBX product to the blockchain community.
Coming in late Q2, MatchBX will allow blockchain-empowered freelance work, with individuals able to engage with each other or businesses to earn cryptocurrency (AXP) as a full time job. There has never been a better time to learn about cryptocurrency and look to engage in the aXpire community full time. MatchBX also offers a “preferred partnership” group of companies that have been hand picked and verified to serve as the best providers of a particular online service. For example, our latest addition, Kotoba, provides high quality website and white paper translation services, and users will be able to access this group at a special rate through MatchBX.
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California Bill Would Legally Recognize Blockchain Stocks
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 16:30
California Senate Bill 838 would allow businesses to store, issue and transfer shares information on a blockchain. Finland Has Identified Thousands of Bitcoin Traders Who Owe Taxes
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 16:00
The Finnish government has revealed the number of taxpayers who owe taxes from bitcoin-related income. The country’s Tax Administration claims to have “different ways to combine information and identify people” who owe taxes from crypto profits, which are now “well over ten times higher than last year.” Also read: Russian Regulators Draft Law to Restrict Crypto […]
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Overbought? Bitcoin Cash Looks Extended After 80% Gain
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 15:00
Bitcoin cash has rallied hugely in the approach to a technical upgrade, but a healthy pullback may be in the offing. Indian High Court to Hear Case Against Central Bank Crypto Ban
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 14:35
The High Court of Delhi has recognized a petition over the Reserve Bank of India's ban on banks engaging with cryptocurrency services. Central Bank of Iran Bans Banks from Crypto
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 14:00
Iran’s central bank has issued a statement banning the country’s banks and financial institutions from dealing with cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin, citing money laundering and terrorism financing risks. However, the local crypto community in Iran believes that the ban will not affect them and some exchanges continue to operate normally. Also read: Russian Regulators Draft Law […]
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Iran Said to Bar Banks from Bitcoin Market
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 13:30
The Central Bank of Iran is the latest national bank to sound the alarm on the cryptocurrencies, fearing of its misuse in money laundering and fraud. Messaging Giant Line to Support Dapps on Own Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 13:00
Line, the Japan-based messaging app provider, is planning to build its own blockchain to boost development of decentralized apps. Bitcoin in Brief Monday: Snatching Blockchain, Tracking Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 12:00
No one likes missing the train. Of course, jumping on the wrong one is sure to delay the arrival even more. In today’s Bitcoin in Brief, we cover the latest attempts by big corporations to stay close to the crypto waters without really wetting their feet. Also, do you want to know how Cryptokitties have […]
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Locked Out of Coinbase: Why Are Wyoming's Bitcoin Users Still Waiting?
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 12:00
A month after Wyoming changed a law to let Coinbase restore service in the state, users there are still waiting to regain access to their funds.
Another Chinese City Is Backing a Big Blockchain Investment Fund
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 11:00
The city government of Shenzhen, China, is backing an $80 million blockchain investment fund, soon after Hangzhou city supported a similar effort. Telegram Urges Paper Airplane Protest, Pussy Riot Activist Arrested
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 10:28
After a Russian court enacted an immediate ban on the popular encrypted messaging service Telegram, the feisty company began to resist. Founder Pavel Durov insisted there were ways around the prohibition, including proxies and VPNs. It appears to have had some success even though millions of IP addresses have been blocked by the government. In […]
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Bitcoin Struggles Above $9K as Bull Breakout Stalls
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 10:00
Having witnessed a major breakout on Friday, bitcoin is showing signs of bull exhaustion near the key resistance zone. PR: Decentralized Exchange Decoin Launches Its Initial Coin Offering – Profit Sharing by Proof of Stake
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 09:30
Decoin is proud to announce after months of build-up their Initial Coin Offering (ICO) is now officially live!
Decoin is a decentralized coin and trading platform exchange that is set to disrupt the current norm in the industry. With plans for a state of the art exchange platform, a decentralized coin that will be utilised to share profits with investors, and D-TEP Credit Cards, the company is looking forward to a successful launch.
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Softbank Eyes Carbon Emissions Cuts with Green Energy Blockchain Pilot
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 09:00
A group of Japanese firms is planning a blockchain pilot that would allow rural consumers to trade renewable energy. Softbank Wants to Cut Carbon Emissions with Green Energy Blockchain
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 09:00
A group of Japanese firms is planning a blockchain pilot that would allow rural consumers to trade renewable energy. Down Not Out: Revived Tezos Team Predicts Mega-ICO Will Launch In 2018
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 08:00
In his first interview since taking over the Tezos Foundation, chair Ryan Jesperson is looking toward the launch of its much-hyped new blockchain. Travel Booking Site CheapAir Is Switching Bitcoin Payment Processors
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 06:00
CheapAir.com is to switch bitcoin payment processors following a service change by Coinbase, but the new integration poses problems for users. Monex CEO: Closer Crypto Exchange Oversight 'Common Sense'
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 05:00
Oki Matsumoto's comment raises eyebrows, given that his firm just plumped for a crypto exchange of its own. All About Verge: The $1 Billion Cryptocurrency That's Pumping On Porn
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 03:30
Verge may have burst onto the crypto scene seemingly overnight, spurred by a deal with a top porn site, but its history and controversies run deep. Nasdaq-Listed Company Xunlei Faces Class-Action for Disguising ICO
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 03:30
Nasdaq-listed technology firm Xunlei has become the subject of multiple class-action lawsuits from investors who purchased the company’s digital token, Linktoken. Xunlei is accused of misleading investors to disguise an initial coin offering (ICO) through which Linktoken was distributed. Also Read: Survey: 89% of Visa, Mastercard, Unionpay Users Know Crypto – 53% Have Purchased Xunlei CEO […]
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Alleged Bitcoin Miner Thief Says Police Held Him 'Without Evidence'
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 23. 02:00
Sindri Thor Stefansson, the alleged thief behind the "Big Bitcoin Heist," says he was free when he escaped from prison and flew to Sweden. Nominee to New York Federal Reserve Claims That Crypto Isn’t Currency
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 02:00
The current president and chief executive officer of the San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank, and the man expected to soon be the New York Federal Reserve Bank, John Williams, has rejected the suggestion that cryptocurrencies comprise currency. Also Read: Trading Sanctions Imposed on Tezos Co-Founder Amid FINRA Settlement New York Federal Reserve Nominee Rejects Cryptocurrencies as […]
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Do Crypto Trading Bots Really Work?
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 23. 00:00
Bots and talk of bots is endemic within the crypto space, with behavior, good and bad, often attributed to their actions. Mt Gox famously had the Willy Bot manipulating merrily, perennial bear Bitfinexed sees bots everywhere, and crypto traders are prone to boasting about the sick returns they’ve raked in from their proprietary arb bots. […]
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Bitcoin Payments Are on the Rise in the Baltics
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 22:00
Cryptocurrencies are gaining popularity in the Baltic states where no comprehensive regulations have been introduced yet. Businesses from multiple sectors, including real estate, online trade, the hospitality industry, and even healthcare, are taking advantage of crypto payments. Some companies from the region are already offering their services globally. Also read: Blind Denial of Cryptocurrencies […]
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This Week in Bitcoin: Taxes, Forks, Pranks and Porn
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 21:30
Bitcoin in Brief is your roundup of everything that matters from all over the vast cryptosphere that you might have missed. This week’s daily editions included stories about taxes, forks, pranks, porn and so much more. This weekly edition will bring you up to speed with everything covered; just make sure you keep up. Also […]
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Markets Update: Bitcoin Cash Prices Up Over 60% This Week
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 21:00
The price of Bitcoin (BCH) has spiked considerably over the past two weeks as the decentralized cryptocurrency’s market has just captured a $20Bn capitalization. The market value of BCH is currently hovering around $1,250 per coin and the digital asset commands close to $1Bn in trades over the past 24-hours. Also read: ‘Coindaddy’ Another Crypto-Rapper Rhymes […]
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Bitcoin Versus Government Money: One is Clearly Superior
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 20:00
Half of nearly all transactions involve money, a medium of exchange (MOE). For almost everyone, one of those halves has always been derived, considered, instituted by governments. Also known as fiat, government money, notes, they appear to us as inevitable, right as rain, plainly self evident. However, for the first time in a long time, […]
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‘Coindaddy’ Another Crypto-Rapper Rhymes About Bitcoin Life
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 18:00
Just last month news.Bitcoin.com chatted with the hip-hop artist ‘Lil’ Windex’ the Canadian rapper who made headlines last month for his rhymes about bitcoin cash. Now there is another rapper, from San Francisco, called ‘Coindaddy,’ an artist who has been coined a “Weird Al Yankovic” of cryptocurrency rap. Also read: An In-Depth Interview With Rob Hustle […]
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PR: Essentia to Become First Blockchain Based Solution from Finnish Government Through Collaboration with MTK
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 17:30
It hasn’t been long since we offered the Dutch government a blockchain based solution for the border control issue, as we believe that introducing real world use cases is the way towards mainstream adoption of blockchain technology.
In March 2018, Essentia attended four meetings with representatives of the Finnish MTK organization, discussing possible ways of utilizing the Essentia framework.
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Bitpay Adds Bitcoin Cash Support to Checkout Point-of-Sale App
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 16:00
Bitcoin cash is continuing to gather more support among users and service providers, with the latest example coming from Bitpay. The service now allows merchants to accept BCH payments via its Pos app, and settlement is expected soon too so that retailers can keep their proceeds in the cryptocurrency. Also Read: Robinhood App Expands […]
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Survey: 89% of Visa, Mastercard, Unionpay Users Know Crypto – 53% Have Purchased
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 14:00
A global study of cryptocurrency purchases made by users of Visa, Mastercard, and Unionpay cards shows that 89% of respondents are knowledgeable about crypto and 53% have purchased some in the past 12 months. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space A Global Study Global payment service provider Worldcore reportedly conducted a study […]
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Robinhood App Expands Cryptocurrency Trading to Another US State
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 12:05
Two months after starting to roll out crypto trading, Robinhood has finally expanded the service to another American state. For now, it’s still supporting just bitcoin and ethereum, however the app is expected to add at least another fourteen cryptocurrencies eventually. Also Read: Crypto Funds Drop 29.2% in March Reveals Hedge Fund Data Specialist Robinhood […]
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The Code for Ethereum's Consensus Change Is Now Ready for Review
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 22. 10:15
The ethereum network's transition to proof-of-stake is getting closer to reality, beginning with a hybrid system that could soon begin testing. PR: Bitcoin of America Opening New BTMs in 5 Major U.S. Cities
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 09:30
Chicago, IL: Bitcoin of America is happy to announce that they will be expanding their services in five major U.S. cities during the next four months. The company, which is headquartered in Chicago, IL, will be opening new Bitcoin Teller Machines — also known as BTMs, Bitcoin Kiosks, and Bitcoin ATMs — in Cleveland, Los Angeles, New Orleans, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. The new machines will be in addition to currently available BTMs in Cleveland and Los Angeles. BTMs are designed to allow regular people to buy and sell digital currencies like Bitcoin without the need for an intermediary. Bitcoin of America already operates 32 BTMs in St. Louis, Los Angeles, Indianapolis, Detroit, Columbus, Cleveland, Chicago, and Baltimore.
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'WordPress of Blockchain' Startup Seeks to Solve Enterprise Pain Points
CoinDesk
2018. Apr. 22. 09:30
Elemential, which is based in Mumbai, India, seeks to remove the pain of “blockchain administration." Five Reasons Why Bitcoin Cash is About to Win Big
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 09:00
Cryptocurrency markets have started to rebound in value as the spring begins in 2018, but one particular cryptocurrency — bitcoin cash — has been on a relentless upswing as the network approaches another hard fork this May. This year traders and bitcoin cash (BCH) proponents believe the decentralized digital currency and the BCH network has […]
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Trading Sanctions Imposed on Tezos Co-Founder Amid FINRA Settlement
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 07:00
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), has taken action against Tezos co-founder Arthur Breitman. The Wall Street regulator has fined Mr. Breitman $20,000 USD, banning Tezos from associating with broker-dealers for two years. It’s part of a settlement following FINRA’s accusations that the crypto company’s co-founder made false statements regarding the project whilst employed at […]
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Cheapair.com Considers Bitpay as Coinbase Terminates Merchant Processing Solutions
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 05:00
Cheapair.com is asking for customer feedback on using Bitpay to process bitcoin payments as its existing processor, Coinbase, is getting out of that business at the end of the month. Cheapair.com has also revealed additional plans for cryptocurrencies. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Coinbase Problem Travel booking website Cheapair.com has been […]
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Wikileaks Calls for Global Blockade of Coinbase After Its Shop Was Blocked
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 03:00
Wikileaks announced that Coinbase has blocked its official Wikileaks shop without notice or explanation. The organization will all for a global blockade of the cryptocurrency exchange and payment processor “as an unfit member of the crypto community.” Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Coinbase Quits Wikileaks Wikileaks announced on Friday that “Coinbase […]
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Saxo Investment Bank is Bullish on Crypto Over Next 3 Months
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 22. 01:00
Influential investment bank Saxo released the 35 page, Q2 2018 Quarterly Outlook. In it, the bank’s newly hired Crypto Analyst, Jacob Pouncey, noted the perils of this year’s first financial quarter with regard to digital assets. Taking into account several factors, he believes the next three months could be a breakout time for digital assets, holding […]
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Antpool Begins Burning BCH Network Fees Increasing Digital Scarcity
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 21. 23:00
On Friday, April 20th the mining operation Antpool explained that the public may have recently noticed a fraction of bitcoin cash being sent to an unspendable address every time Antpool mines a block. Antpool says that it is burning the funds sent to the “black hole address” voluntarily for the good of the BCH economy. […]
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Revealer Card Visually Encrypts a Cryptocurrency Seed Phrase
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 21. 21:00
A new startup called Revealer is on a mission to create sound backup solutions for cryptocurrency mnemonic phrases and seeds. Just recently the company launched its first product dubbed ‘Revealer Zero’ – a small card system that visually encrypts and decrypts digital currency seed phrases or any alpha-numerical secret. Also read: German Cops Look Hard at […]
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Markets Update: Altcoins Rally During Week of Bullish Action for Crypto
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 21. 19:13
The cryptocurrency markets have enjoyed a strong week, with BTC, BCH, and many altcoins generating significant gains in recent days. There is considerable uniformity shared among major altcoin markets, with many cryptocurrencies recovering to test the 0.236% retracement areas after breaking above descending trendlines. Also Read: Kraken CEO Condemns “Hostile” Questionnaire Issued by New York AG […]
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PR: Green Energy Crypto Credits.Energy ICO Is Now Live
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 21. 17:30
Credits.Energy, the “crypto with a mobile mining app that supports green energy,” aims to virtually eliminate the cost of supporting renewable energy. We asked Credits.Energy COO, Jared Wells, to explain what the current barri-ers to entry are in the renewable energy market:
"Mainstream adoption of solar and wind power is all about efficiency. Obviously, if I put a solar panel on my house, I need batteries to harness that power overnight, charge controllers to manage wattage and voltage, and a way to integrate that energy into the power system. These same basic components are required whether you have 1 panel or 400 panels . . . 1 turbine or 50 turbines. . . . So while the overall cost per watt in the solar and wind power har-nessing platform decreases incrementally by increasing the number of generation components involved in the sys-tem, it is inversely more expensive per unit of electricity to implement the smaller scale systems that can be afford-ed by an individual homeowner. In addition to that, there are so many people who live in leased or rented housing and are unable to attach solar panels or wind generators to their residences or who maybe just can't afford to have their own system."
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Play Music on Jukebox.cash – a Bitcoin Cash Infused Global Playlist
Bitcoin News
2018. Apr. 21. 17:00
Just recently a developer launched a new bitcoin-centric web application called Jukebox.cash, an online Jukebox that features a global playlist shared in real time. Users from all around the world can choose music video selections from Youtube for a fraction of bitcoin cash (BCH), and the video will be played on the Jukebox.cash platform. Also […]
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