Analyst: Like Amazon, Bitcoin Offers a Lucrative Multi-Decade Investment Opportunity
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 23. 01:00
A financial analyst looked closely at the spikes in Amazon’s stock price and bitcoin recently. While detailing similarities between the two investments, he explains why bitcoin may be one of the most lucrative trading opportunities for decades. Also read: Most Popular Contactless Smart Cards in Japan Adding Bitcoin Hardware Wallets Bitcoin is Most Lucrative Education consultant and
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PR: iDice June Development Update
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 23:50
This is a paid press release, which contains forward looking statements, and should be treated as advertising or promotional material. Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product/service. Bitcoin.com is not responsible for or liable for any content, accuracy or quality within the press release. It has been two and a half months ago since the
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GDAX Exchange Sees Colossal ETH Flash Crash, Angered Traders Mount Lawsuit
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 23:26
Details have surfaced of a violent flash crash on Global Digital Asset Exchange’s (GDAX) ETH markets today, with Ethereum tokens being sold for prices as low as $0.10. Amidst a dramatic uproar from angered traders, some are attempting to mount a class action lawsuit against the company. Also Read: Australian Financial Authorities Look Into Ethereum’s
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BitInka Announces Expansion of Bitcoin-Based Payment-App Services Across Latin America
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 22:00
Bitinka, a platform that allows users from 9 South American nations to purchase and sell bitcoins, has announced significant uptake of Inkapay, Bitinka’s bitcoin-based payment app for the Latin American markets. Also Read: Bitcoin Trading in Venezuela Intensifies, Bolivar Still Down and Devalued Bitinka Has Announced That Its Popular Bitcoin-Based Payment App, Inkapay, Will See
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Yet Another Mainstream Journalist Makes Bizarre Attempt at Living for a Week Using Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 19:00
CNBC journalist Seema Moody recently published a report detailing the trials and tribulations of her attempt to live for a week solely using bitcoin as currency. This report, and others like it, fail to represent the actual ease with which one can exclusively use bitcoin as a money commodity, and spreads myths about the impracticality
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Mainstream Journalist Makes Bizarre Attempt at Living On Bitcoin for a Week
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 19:00
CNBC journalist Seema Moody recently published a report detailing the trials and tribulations of her attempt to live for a week solely using bitcoin as currency. This report, and others like it, fail to represent the actual ease with which one can exclusively use bitcoin as a money commodity, and spreads myths about the impracticality
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Coinbase Appeals Decision in Cryptsy Collapse Lawsuit
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 22. 18:35
Coinbase is appealing a court decision from earlier this month in a lawsuit filed on behalf of customers of Cryptsy.
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Illicit Cryptocurrency Use Targeted in Proposed 2018 FBI Budget
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 22. 17:25
Cryptocurrency is being cited by the FBI as a reason it needs to increase its spending in an effort to combat more advanced cybercrime.
Source
South Korean Officials Bash ICO:s and Plan to Approach Bitcoin ‘Cautiously’
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 17:00
On June 18, government officials from South Korea revealed some opinions concerning cryptocurrency ‘speculation’ taking place in the region. Also read: Korea Steadily Becoming a Cryptocurrency and Fintech Hub Speculation and Unreasonable Profits South Korean financial regulators and government agencies have been watching and researching the use of digital currencies within the country. According to the
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US Government Seeks Blockchain Solutions for Contract Bidding System
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 22. 16:45
The US government’s main logistical agency is looking at blockchain as a way to re-envision its contract review process.
Source
Chainalysis Says They’ve Found the Missing $1.7 Billion Dollar Mt Gox Bitcoins
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 16:04
On June 8 the U.S. House Financial Services Subcommittee on Terrorism and Illicit Finance discussed the possible connection between cryptocurrencies and criminal activity. The hearing also revealed law enforcement officials know the “destination” of the missing 650,000 BTC lost during the Mt Gox insolvency. Also Read: Global Bitcoin ATM Proliferation Nearly Doubled During May Missing
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Bitcoin Games Amazing Summertime 10% Cashback Bonus
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 15:00
To celebrate the beginning of summer and make things a lot more exciting we are offering Bitcoin Games players who register their email 10 percent cashback on all their losses. Also Read: 70 Percent of the Bitcoin Hashrate Begins Signaling Segwit2x Hundreds of Bitcoins Paid Out to Lucky Players All Around the World Our entertainment
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IMF's Lagarde Touts Distributed Ledger as Defense Against Terror
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 22. 14:53
The head of one of the world's largest financial organizations has issued new comments addressing blockchain trends.
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Identity without the Blockchain? Skepticism Grows for Once-Hot Use Case
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 22. 14:30
Launched at the UN, the ID2020 Alliance is seeking to revolutionize identity, but will blockchain be the technology of choice?
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Bitcoin Startup Blockchain Raises $40 Million Series B
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 22. 13:08
Bitcoin wallet software startup Blockchain has raised $40m in Series B funding to continue its mission of improving financial services.
Source
BITCF and SAMCO to Install Automated Check-Cashing Bitcoin ATMs in California
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 13:00
First Bitcoin Capital Corp (BITCF) and Simple Automated Money, Inc (SAMCO) have announced a partnership to introduce check-cashing Bitcoin ATMs into Northern California’s high traffic markets. Also Read: Global Bitcoin ATM Proliferation Nearly Doubled During May The Partnership With SAMCO Will Begin With a Trial of 3 Check Cashing Kiosks in Northern California First Bitcoin
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Buddhist Monks Said to Be Targeted by Bitcoin Pyramid Scheme
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 22. 13:00
A bitcoin-focused pyramid scheme appears to have targeted Buddhist meditation practitioners in Thailand, according to a local news source.
Source
Power to the User: Accenture and Microsoft Are Changing Identity with Ethereum
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 22. 12:00
Centralized ways to prove identity may now have an expiration date, thanks to a new blockchain prototype jointly built by Microsoft and Accenture.
Source
Power to the User: Accenture & Microsoft Are Changing Identity with Ethereum
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 22. 12:00
Centralized ways to prove identity may now have an expiration date, thanks to a new blockchain prototype jointly built by Microsoft and Accenture.
Source
What's Blockchain? HSBC Survey Finds 59% of Consumers Don't Know
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 22. 11:00
A recent survey from the UK-based bank suggests that ordinary consumers are still largely in the dark about blockchain tech.
Source
Bitcoin Wallet Blockchain.Info Raises $40 Million From Well-Known Investors
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 08:59
The popular online bitcoin wallet, Blockchain.info, has announced the completion of a successful series B funding round by raising $40 million. The company started its services back in 2011 and aims to continue making digital currencies easier to use for everyday people. Also Read: State of Montana Funds Bitcoin Mine to Bolster Local Jobs Blockchain Raises
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Bitcoin Wallet Blockchain Raises $40 Million From Well-Known Investors
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 08:59
The popular online bitcoin wallet, Blockchain.info, has announced the completion of a successful series B funding round by raising $40 million. The company started its services back in 2011 and aims to continue making digital currencies easier to use for everyday people. Also Read: State of Montana Funds Bitcoin Mine to Bolster Local Jobs Blockchain Raises
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Hackers Use NSA Exploit to Mine Monero Using Victims’ Computers
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 04:00
Reports have surfaced detailing a malware trojan that uses an NSA hacking tool to infect Windows computers with a cryptocurrency mining bug. The virus identifies available resources on a victim’s PC that can be used to initiate the mining of XMR (Monero). The Trojan Was First Reported by Russian Antivirus Dr.Web Bleeping Computer has reported
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Singlepoint Acquires Funding to Tackle Cannabusiness Banking Problems With Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 22. 01:00
US cannabis merchants could soon have a major new service to accept payments using bitcoin, which would sidestep the federal ban on cannabis businesses using bank accounts. Also read: Washington State Bill to Ban Bitcoin for Pot Fails Funding Acquired Singlepoint Inc. is a publicly traded holding company based in Phoenix, Arizona, that focuses on
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$13: Ether Prices Plunge in GDAX Exchange Flash Crash
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 23:11
Ether's price plunged to $13 on GDAX amid signs the Ethereum network is struggling with growing usage.
Source
Status ICO Generates Over $60 Million, Fails to Deliver, Triggers Ethereum Overload
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 23:00
A decentralized messaging app called Status — built on the Ethereum blockchain — raises over $60 million dollars during its initial coin offering campaign. However, as soon as the sale started the network became congested, and the Status team was unable to immediately provide everyone with their promised tokens. Also read: Bitstamp Initiates Litecoin Trading Function as the Currency’s
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Startups See Service Outages Amid Ethereum Blockchain Backlog
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 21:25
The ethereum network's transaction backlog has ensnared a number of cryptocurrency exchanges.
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Unicode Consortium Adds Official Bitcoin “B” Symbol
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 21:00
On June 20 the Unicode Consortium revealed new version 10.0. They finally added the bitcoin symbol to their code. Now users can type the “B” symbol with their keyboards. The updated version has 8,518 new characters, with a total of 136,690. The Unicode site also mentions they have new scrips and emoji characters. Also read: New
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Bitstamp Initiates Litecoin Trading Function as the Currency’s Price Surges
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 20:00
European digital currency exchange Bitstamp rolled out Litecoin trading on Monday. The trading function will be accomplished by using trading pairs. It is paired with USD, EUR, and BTC. Now customers are able to effectively trade Litecoin via Bitstamp’s service. Also read: China Blames Bitcoin Transactions for Leading to More Synthetic Drug Deaths Bitstamp’s official press release
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NSA 'DoubleStar' Backdoor Blamed for Cryptocurrency Mining Malware
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 19:30
A type of cryptocurrency mining malware has spread due to an exploit developed by the US National Security Agency.
Source
State-Funded Bitcoin Data Center Infuriates Montana Locals
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 19:10
Citizens of Bonner have complained to their local council about noise pollution coming from a state-funded data processing center owned by Project Spokane LLC – a blockchain security company. Also Read: State of Montana Funds Bitcoin Mine to Bolster Local Jobs “It’s a Horrendous Noise,” Elaine Nagle Who Lives Near the Site Told Local News
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Porsche Names Winner of Blockchain Startup Contest
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 18:30
German automaker Porsche has revealed the winner of a blockchain startup competition first announced in April.
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Investment Legend Bill Miller Still Bullish on Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 18:00
In a recent interview with CNBC, investment legend Bill Miller described bitcoin as “a true disruptor and true innovation in money”. Also Read: Global Bitcoin ATM Proliferation Nearly Doubled During May Miller Revealed That He and His Son Are Still Highly Bullish on Bitcoin Famed investor Bill Miller discussed his thoughts on bitcoin with CNBC
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China's ZhongAn Unveils Blockchain Tech for Food Supply Chain
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 17:15
One day you may be able to check where your chicken was bred, raised, processed and examined.
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Bitcoin.com Cloud Mining Contracts — Record Daily Sellouts
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 17:00
This past May, Bitcoin.com launched our cloud mining service which was met with phenomenal success. Since then we’ve had significant demand, with cloud mining contract sales consistently outpacing supply. Furthermore, we’ve also had a bunch of customers tell us the excellent results they’ve seen with our premiere cloud mining plans. Demand for Hashrate Follows Bitcoin’s
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New Bitcoin.com Podcast Episode with Stefan Thomas of Ripple Labs
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 16:30
During this week’s Bitcoin.com podcast our host, Richard Jacobs, sits down with Stefan Thomas, CTO of Ripple Labs to discuss his company’s “real-time gross settlement protocol” Ripple (XRP). Also read: New Bitcoin.com Podcast Episode with Charlie Shrem and Anthony Di Iorio of Jaxx Currently, traditional settlement times for international bank transfers can cost a lot of
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Cambodia's Central Bank Pushes Ahead with Blockchain Payments Trials
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 16:15
The National Bank of Cambodia has said it will continue to develop interbank payment solutions using blockchain tech.
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PBOC Will Not Release Regulations for Chinese Bitcoin Exchanges Anytime Soon
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 16:00
Local Chinese publications reported last month that the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) will issue regulatory guidelines for Chinese bitcoin exchanges in June. However, last week, the bank reportedly dispelled the rumor and confirmed that no bitcoin regulations will be released this month. Also read: Regulations for Chinese Bitcoin Exchanges Expected in June, Withdrawals Could Soon
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No ICO: Hedge Fund Numerai Releases Blockchain Token But Skips the Funding
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 15:10
Autonomous hedge fund startup Numerai is releasing a new token today, though in a way that deviates from recent market trends.
Source
IBM Announces Blockchain Truck-Tracking Solution with Colombian Partner
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 15:00
IBM has teamed up with Colombian logistics firm AOS to develop a solution that uses blockchain and the Internet of Things to track deliveries.
Source
GPU Shortage Intensifies as Cryptocurrency Mining Offers up to Twice the Average Russian Monthly Wage
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 14:00
European consumers in general and especially russian consumers have faced massive graphics card shortages following a dramatic increase in demand for cryptocurrency mining hardware. With some miners claiming that they can make up to $1600 USD a month and the average Russian wage sitting at less than $700 USD monthly it is unlikely that demand will
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Armed with an Ethereum ICO, Can Kik Succeed Where Facebook Failed?
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 13:30
Social media platform Kik opens up about its plans to launch a cryptocurrency, saying the move could fulfill long-held business goals.
Source
New York Regulator Reports on Cryptocurrency Licensing, Inspects Businesses
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 12:00
An annual report by the New York State Department of Financial services reiterates the importance of regulating digital currency businesses. The report was released on June 15, and it summarizes the departments activities with regards to its Bitlicense regulation for crypto-companies. Also read: Australian Financial Authorities Look Into Ethereum’s Conflicts of Interest It said cryptocurrencies provide
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Uniform Law Commission Sets Date for Debate on Digital Currency Regime Rules
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 12:00
The creators of model digital currency regulation for use by US lawmakers are set to convene to discuss key obstacles to their work in July.
Source
Uniform Law Commission Sets Date for Debate on Digital Currency Rules
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 12:00
The creators of model digital currency regulation for use by US lawmakers are set to convene to discuss key obstacles to their work in July.
Source
IBM Announces Blockchain Truck-Tracking Solution
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 11:55
IBM has teamed up with Colombian logistics firm AOS to develop a solution that uses blockchain and the Internet of Things to track deliveries.
Source
Markets Update: Bitcoin Price Climbs Higher After Last Week’s Low
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 11:22
Since our last markets update bitcoin’s fiat value dipped 30 percent throughout the second week of June. Following the correction, the price of bitcoin started moving back up on June 16th taking 15 percent off the previous day’s downfall. The price has been moving up the ladder ever since and is testing the $2780 range
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A Bitcoin Scaling Upgrade: How It Could Finally Happen (And How It Could Fail)
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 21. 11:00
As various scaling proposal deadlines loom, bitcoin is either on the verge of the biggest change in its history, or its biggest political failure.
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Ayondo to Offer Bitcoin Trading Through Tradehub and Wetrade
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 09:00
Ayondo have joined the growing list of mainstream contracts for difference (CFD) brokers who are offering bitcoin trading, with Ayondo announcing that bitcoin pairings will be available through its social trading platform Wetrade in addition to Tradehub. Also Read: HYCM Offer Bitcoin-USD Pairing Bitcoin Trading Will Also Be Made Available by Ayondo via Wetrade and
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Indian Government to Monitor Bitcoin Before Deciding If Regulator Is Needed
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 07:00
Representatives of various Indian government departments have made statement regarding the Indian government’s inquiry into virtual currencies. The statements clarify that Indian officials will first monitor cryptocurrency before determining if regulators are needed, and elude to the possibility that bitcoin may be recognized as a form of payment. Also Read: India Cracks Down on Illegal
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How to Piggy Bank Bitcoin Keys in a Cold Storage Mosaic Artwork
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 04:00
Just recently Bitcoin.com chatted with Max Hampton-Fischer, an industrial design student at the Rhode Island School of Design to talk about his new physical bitcoin creation. Fischer has created a piece of artwork that also safely stores bitcoin keys in what he calls the ‘Bitcoin Cold Storage Mosaic.’ Also read: State of Montana Funds Bitcoin Mine
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Forbes Encourages Readers to Buy Bitcoin at All-Time Highs
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 21. 01:00
An article posted in Forbes’ Level-Up encouraged its readers to buy into bitcoin, despite bitcoin’s price currently sitting within range of its all-time high, following gains of several hundreds of percent over the course of the preceding year. The Forbes owned magazine’s article highlights a consistent pattern among mainstream media outlets’ coverage of cryptocurrency, in
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ICO Blues: Status Raises $64 Million (So Far) But Leaves Buyers Waiting
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 23:20
A much-anticipated ICO helped a project called Status raise more than $60m in funds, though many would-be buyers were left locked out.
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UK Regulator Warns Investors Bitcoin Trading is Risky
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 22:00
A high ranking UK regulator recently warned people about the pitfalls and perils of bitcoin investing. Chris Woolard, The Financial Conduct Authority’s executive director of strategy and competition, said there are many trades happening in the cryptocurrency and bitcoin space. He just wants investors to know there are risks with speculating in digital assets, that
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You Can Now Type the Bitcoin 'B' Symbol in Unicode Text
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 21:20
A decades-old computer character standard has been updated with a symbol for bitcoin.
Source
China Blames Bitcoin Transactions for Leading to More Synthetic Drug Deaths
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 20:00
China is expected to ban a new synthetic heroin substance called U-47700, and they blame bitcoin as the currency “criminals” use to conduct transactions with their customers. They tend to think anonymous bitcoin trades on the dark web lead to people’s deaths at the hands of these synthetics. Also read: HYCM Offers Bitcoin-USD Pairing A June 19th article
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Illinois Government Sponsors Month-Long Blockchain Hackathon
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 20:00
The state of Illinois is backing an upcoming blockchain hackathon. The IBI Hack, a month-long virtual hackathon set to begin on 1st July, is being organized by the Illinois Blockchain Initiative along with blockchain technology startup Fulcrum. The event is open to students and recent university graduates from around the world, with all entries due on 31st […]
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PR: How Ethereum Is Used in CTFs (Coin Traded Funds) and What the Benefits Are
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 19:00
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Comcast, Disney and NBCUniversal: Media Giants to Launch Blockchain Ad Platform
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 18:50
US telecom giant Comcast has announced a new blockchain platform focused on advertising.
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Comcast, Disney, NBC: Media Giants to Launch Blockchain Ad Platform
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 18:50
US telecom giant Comcast has announced a new blockchain platform focused on advertising.
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Most Popular Contactless Smart Cards in Japan Adding Bitcoin Hardware Wallets
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 17:30
Sony’s Felica technology is behind many of the most popular contactless NFC smart cards. Already the de facto standard in Japan for commuter travel payments, Felica is being used at the point of sale, railway and air ticketing, as well as for University ID cards – to name a few. It was recently announced that
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Bitfury Inks Deal With DC Firm in Blockchain Insurance Push
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 17:25
Bitfury has formed a new partnership focused on the insurance intermediation market with a Washington, DC-based insurance advisory firm.
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PR: HashMining.eu Cloud Mining Allows Anyone To Mine Ethereum
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 16:30
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India Inches Closer to Developing Cryptocurrency Rules
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 16:15
Government agencies in India are reportedly moving closer to developing regulations around cryptocurrencies.
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New York's Financial Regulator Is Now Inspecting Bitcoin Startups
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 15:00
The NYDFS is now carrying out legislated examinations of digital currency startups licensed in the state, according to an annual report.
Source
PR: This Investment Is Just Like Buying Bitcoin in 2012
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 14:30
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UN Leaders Urge Blockchain Startups to Collaborate on Identity
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 14:01
Representatives of the UN are calling for blockchain firms and others to collaborate on better identity solutions.
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Australian Financial Authorities Look Into Ethereum’s Conflicts of Interest
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 14:00
This week Bitcoin.com spoke with an anonymous individual from Australia who has been in contact with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission concerning Ethereum’s (ETH) possible violation of financial laws that originated from the DAO hack and the ETH hard fork last year. Also Read: 70 Percent of the Bitcoin Hashrate Begins Signaling Segwit2x Ethereum’s Conflict
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Too Easy? Critics Take Aim at Ethereum Token Standard Amid ICO Boom
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 13:00
Ethereum launched its ERC-20 token standard with good intentions, but as ICO fever takes hold, some are wondering if it's now too easy to raise funds.
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Assisting in Bitcoin Purchases for Ransomware May Be Illegal in the US
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 12:00
‘White hat’ security consultant, Vinny Troia, had his Coinbase account suspended for breaching US regulations by paying cyber-ransoms, amidst growing concerns that US anti-money laundering legislation needs to be updated for the cryptocurrency era. Also Read: US Lawmakers Urged to Take Action Against Unlicensed Offshore Bitcoin Exchanges Troia Was Unable to Provide U.S. Department of
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Japan's Financial Firms Test Distributed Ledger With R3 Corda Trial
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 12:00
A group of Japanese financial institutions has tested a prototype that uses DLT to streamline international transaction agreements.
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IMF Explores ICOs and Central Bank Coins in New Blockchain Note
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 11:00
A new research note from the IMF digs deep into blockchain, touching on topics in the technology's development both new and old.
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Indian Government to Recommend Bitcoin Regulation Within 6 Months
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 10:00
The Indian government will meet to discuss the regulatory framework of Bitcoin and other digital currencies next week, according to a local publication. Bitcoin.com talked with India’s leading bitcoin exchanges to find out what to really expect from the meeting. Also read: India’s Government Divided Over Bitcoin Legalization Government Working on Bitcoin Framework Next Week
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Blockchain Comes to East London With Colu Local Currency Launch
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 20. 10:00
Israel-based blockchain firm Colu has launched ‘Local Pound, East London’, a digital currency for shoppers and small businesses in east London.
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Indian Government to Recommend Bitcoin Regulatory Framework Within 6 Months
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 05:32
The Indian government will meet to discuss the regulatory framework of Bitcoin and other digital currencies next week, according to a local publication. Bitcoin.com talked with India’s leading bitcoin exchanges to find out what to really expect from the meeting. Also read: India’s Government Divided Over Bitcoin Legalization Government Working on Bitcoin Framework Next Week
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HYCM Offers Bitcoin-USD Pairing
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 20. 01:00
In response to popular pressure from clients, forex and CFDs broker HYCM have announced that they have added the BTC-USD pairing to their list of traded financial instruments. The decision comes during a period of increased cryptocurrency engagement on the part of major financial institutions. Also Read: Coincheck Reopens Lending Service with 11 More Cryptocurrencies
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Warning: Cryptocurrency Scams Are Posing as China's Central Bank
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 23:40
The central bank of China has issued a new warning over fraudulent activities in the cryptocurrency sector.
Source
Bank of Thailand Governor Heralds Blockchain's Coming Impact
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 22:00
The Bank of Thailand has issued new remarks that highlight its evolving thinking on blockchain and distributed ledgers.
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Malaysian Bitcoin Users Divest Carefully Into LTC and ETH
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 19. 21:00
Luno has published results of a survey conducted from its Malaysian userbase. The findings yield fascinating insights into the development and psychology of the Malaysian cryptocurrency community. Also Read: Malaysia Bitcoin Trading Volumes Rise as Capital Controls Tighten Approximately 60% of Survey Respondents Described Their Engagement With Cryptocurrency as Being Financially Motivated A recent survey
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Litecoin's Price Tops $50 to Set New All-Time High
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 20:40
Spurred by a sudden exchange listing, the price of the cryptocurrency litecoin hit a new all-time high today above $50.
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Bitcoin Miners Unite Behind Scaling Proposal Segwit2x
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 19:25
Bitcoin miners are now actively showing their support for a network scaling proposal by flagging signaling directly on the blockchain.
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70 Percent of the Bitcoin Hashrate Begins Signaling Segwit2x
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 19. 18:37
On June 16 the alpha code for the scaling solution Segwit2x was released to the public following a large number of mining pools having vocally supported the plan. Since then a large majority of miners who back the Segwit2x roadmap have started signaling with their hashrate. Also Read: Australian Opposition Leader Believes Bitcoin is Fueling
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Financial Firms Offer Diverse Blockchain Views in European Commission Response
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 17:50
With a public comment period over, financial firms are beginning to publish remarks submitted to the European Commission on DLT.
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Feecon 2017: Bolstering the Principles of a Free Society and Bitcoin
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 19. 17:00
On June 15-17 hundreds of liberty focused individuals attended the Foundation for Economic Education’s Feecon 2017 to learn about economics, free markets, and network with like-minded thinkers who are inspired to change the world. Bitcoin.com was a proud sponsor of Feecon and got the chance to teach attendees about the decentralized currency’s attributes while also
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Russia's National Payment Card Provider: Blockchain Isn't for Us
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 16:40
New statements by Russia's top card issuer suggests the domestic financial industry is still warming slowly to blockchain.
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'Absolutely Necessary': How Blockchain Could Help Tech Giant Cisco Reboot
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 15:00
As hardware sales fall, Cisco is now pushing even deeper into blockchain, seeking efficiency benefits and improved profits from the tech.
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Australian Tells Story of Throwing Away Hard Drive Hosting 1400 Bitcoins
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 19. 15:00
Sydney-based technology journalist Campbell Simpson details his story of throwing away a hard drive containing 1400 bitcoin 5 years ago. Also Read: Australian Opposition Leader Believes Bitcoin is Fueling Terrorism “I Paypal’d Some Random Stranger From the Other Side of the World a Few US Dollars for a Digital Transaction of an Effectively Worthless Faux-Currency”
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Australian Tells Story of Throwing Away Hard Drive With 1400 Bitcoins
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 19. 15:00
Sydney-based technology journalist Campbell Simpson details his story of throwing away a hard drive containing 1400 bitcoin 5 years ago. Also Read: Australian Opposition Leader Believes Bitcoin is Fueling Terrorism “I Paypal’d Some Random Stranger From the Other Side of the World a Few US Dollars for a Digital Transaction of an Effectively Worthless Faux-Currency”
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UK Financial Regulator Calls for Caution on Cryptocurrency Investing
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 14:00
An official at the UK's Financial Conduct Authority has issued cautionary comments amid a wave of new investment in the cryptocurrency market.
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Nevada Senator: We Want to Be 'Home Base' for Blockchain Startups
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 13:01
A new law in Nevada is paving the way for the US state's broad bid to attract new blockchain startups.
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Coincheck Reopens Lending Service with 11 More Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 19. 12:00
The bitcoin lending service has resumed at Japanese exchange Coincheck, with the addition of eleven more cryptocurrencies that the exchange’s customers can lend out. Also read: Bitcoin to Be Accepted at 260,000 Stores in Japan by This Summer Extending Lending Service to 11 Cryptocurrencies Last month the Tokyo-based bitcoin exchange Coincheck launched a bitcoin lending
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Forfeit Your Bitcoin? Congressional Bill Draws Fire Over Border Check Rules
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 11:45
A group of influential US senators want to see digital currency holdings declared at the border – and advocates of the tech are pushing back.
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Craig Wright on “The Risks of Segregated Witness: Opening the Door to Mining Cartels”
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 19. 11:13
Written by Dr. Craig Wright. The bitcoin community continues to debate Segregated Witness, the Bitcoin Core development team’s proposed scaling solution which would separate signature data (witnesses) from transaction data. There are numerous risks with SegWit, but one in particular needs more attention: SegWit opens the door to methods of collusion and mining cartels which
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Blockchain and the Birth of a New Financial Instrument
CoinDesk
2017. Jun. 19. 10:30
A less-hyped blockchain trial in the Middle East could come to have a big impact on banking.
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Bitcoin Trading in Venezuela Intensifies, Bolivar Still Down and Devalued
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 19. 01:00
A Bloomberg article pointed out June 15 that Bitcoin trading volume has jumped to 1.3 million this past week in Venezuela. There seems to be ever-increasing excitement about cryptocurrency in the country. Also read: Legality of Basic Attention Token and Other ICOs Called Into Question In many places, people are hesitant and skeptical about digital currencies
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Lower mining fees
Bitbargain.com
2017. Jun. 18. 23:49
The txfee calculation has been optimised, the dropdown information has been improved.
What’s changed:
- Instead of taking the recommended fastest fee from bitcoinfees.21.co, we now process and evaluate the full statistics.
- Instead of using the recommended fee as the basis and splitting it to offer different options, we now use specific block targets (first block, within 3 blocks, within 10 blocks as high/medium/low respectively).
- We now look up and display the expected block delay for the minimum txfee option (ie. free withdrawals using the txfee paid by us).
- The availability of a free withdrawal is no longer determined by the mempool backlog but rather if the block delay for the free withdrawal is below 20 blocks.
- The expected sat/B amount for your transaction is shown in the dropdown.
- The expected block delay is shown in the dropdown.
Chinese Explore Future of OTC Trading at Bitcoin Meetup
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 18. 22:00
In a recent meeting in Chengdu, China, traders explored how over-the-counter (OTC) exchanges will function in the future. The meeting was arranged by BitKan in order to allow bitcoin investors and professionals to come together to build shared trust and understanding. Also read: Central Bank of Samoa Issues Warning Against Digital Currency The meeting is a result
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Celebrities Continue to Discuss the Subject of Bitcoin With Optimism
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 18. 19:00
Over the past few months, many well-known investors have been coming out of the woodwork to discuss the decentralized cryptocurrency bitcoin. In parallel with these investment types chatting about the rise of digital assets many popular socialites, musicians, and celebrities are talking about bitcoin as well. Also Read: Increased South African Bitcoin Adoption Highlights Need
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Top Bitmex Representatives Discuss The People’s Bank of China and Bitcoin’s Future
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 18. 17:30
In a recent interview published on Technode with CEO Arthur Hayes and COO Ben Delo, Bitmex’s co-founders discussed Bitmex’s growth, changes within the Chinese cryptocurrency landscape, and the future of the bitcoin and cryptocurrency industries. Also Read: Researcher from China’s Central Bank Discusses an ICO Regulatory Sandbox Bitmex Has Shown an Invulnerability to Recent Chinese Regulatory
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Bitpesa CEO Claims Bitcoin-Based Remittance Companies Have Reduced Costs by 75%
Bitcoin News
2017. Jun. 18. 15:00
Bitpesa founder and CEO, Elizabeth Rossiello, has claimed that bitcoin-based remittance services have reduced the costs of international payments by 75%, and reduced the average time of settlement from 12 days to approximately 12 hours. Rossiello also discussed the African cryptocurrency economy and changing attitudes towards bitcoin on the part of major international financial institutions
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