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Tether Has Launched Its Gold-Backed Stablecoin
Stablecoin giant Tether Ltd. has just launched a gold-backed cryptocurrency, which is price-pegged to the precious metal. The news was announced in a Jan. 23 web post. Each token of Tether Gold, or XAUT, is physically backed by one troy fine ounce of gold. дальше »
2020-1-26 13:11
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Uniswap Liquidity Grows Following Additional Token Listings
Uniswap, a leading decentralized exchange (DEX), has seen tremendous growth in the last week, having cleared all-time highs in terms of platform liquidity and ETH locked in reserves. DeFi Needs Liquid DEXes to Thrive Achieving widespread adoption of DeFi requires users to be able to access the entire financial stack in a permissionless and decentralized […] The post Uniswap Liquidity Grows Following Additional Token Listings appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2020-1-26 11:36
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Litecoin’s Network Activity Could Explode as LTC Turns Bullish
Litecoin saw a substantial amount of value transferred on its network throughout 2019. As the cryptocurrency market appears to have entered a new bull run, this year looks even more promising for LTC. дальше »
2020-1-24 19:27
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Ripple’s On-Demand Liquidity Services Grew Six-Fold Last Quarter
Ripple Insights has published its quarterly markets report, which reveals that the company and its XRP token experienced mixed growth in 2019. Ripple’s On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) services, which facilitate cross-border settlements, saw noticeable growth. дальше »
2020-1-24 11:53
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Central Bank Digital Cash is Coming, Emerging Economies Lead
Central banks representing a fifth of the world’s population say they’re likely to issue a “Central Bank Digital Currency” in the next three years, according to an official survey. According to a survey on CBDCs published by the Bank of International Settlements on Jan. дальше »
2020-1-24 03:44
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Bitcoin Plunges Below $8,500 Signaling a Further Decline
In the last 24 hours, Bitcoin took a 3% nosedive that saw its price move below the $8,500 support level. Now, the flagship cryptocurrency is being held by a thin barrier that could break at any minute pushing it further down. дальше »
2020-1-23 17:07
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End Game: Twitter Founder Patents Crypto Adoption
Jack Dorsey’s payments company Square has been awarded a patent from the U. S. Patent and Trademark Office for technology to convert crypto to fiat. The Crypto Patent to End The Adoption Question Square, founded by Twitter’s Jack Dorsey, a long-time Bitcoin advocate, was granted the patent on Jan. дальше »
2020-1-23 12:29
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Mining Pools Collude to Fund Bitcoin Cash Infrastructure
Jhiang Zhuoer, CEO of BTC.TOP, a major BCH mining pool, has revealed that top miners have agreed on a proposal to divert 12.5% of the network’s block rewards to infrastructure development. A Controversial Take on Development Funding Bitcoin Cash is about to embark on yet another string of contentious decisions as the top mining pools […] The post Mining Pools Collude to Fund Bitcoin Cash Infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2020-1-23 11:32
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Crypto Exchange Hacks on the Rise
Hackers are getting more sophisticated, breaching a greater number of crypto exchanges in 2019 compared to the previous year. Chainalysis has published an initial overview of its 2020 Crypto Crime report. дальше »
2020-1-23 04:50
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BitPay Integrates XRP for Merchant Payments
BitPay announced the introduction of XRP to its merchant processing and cross-border payments platform. Transacting with the Currency of Choice In October 2019, Xpring, an initiative launched by Ripple to foster the adoption of XRP ledger technology, disclosed a partnership with BitPay that was designed to natively support XRP. дальше »
2020-1-23 00:24
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SEC Charges B2B Marketplace “Opporty” With Fraud
The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission has charged blockchain marketplace Opporty International with fraud, according to a litigation release published Tuesday, Jan. 21. Over the course of 2017 and 2018, Opporty and its founder, Sergii Grybniak, raised more than $600,000 in an unregistered token sale, or ICO. дальше »
2020-1-22 21:06
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Tenth Quarterly Burn Decouples BNB from Binance Profit
Binance’s tenth quarterly BNB burn had analysts discussing the exchange’s continued rise in implied profits despite a supposedly slower quarter. Binance BNB Burn #10 and Presumptive Profit The quarterly BNB burn has become something of a market indicator for the health of the broader crypto industry. дальше »
2020-1-22 17:21
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Ether Prepares for a Significant Price Movement
Despite the recent rally, several technical patterns estimate that Ether is bound for a correction. Ether Before the Storm Ether experienced a bullish impulse that saw its price surge over 40% since the beginning of the year. дальше »
2020-1-22 13:35
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Analysis: Steep Bitcoin Retracement Still Possible
Bitcoin’s latest price action brought with it a sense of optimism felt throughout the cryptocurrency market. Some of the most prominent analysts in the industry claimed that BTC had begun a new bull run, but different technical patterns estimate that a correction is underway. дальше »
2020-1-22 16:38
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DigixDAO to Release Treasury Funds to Disgruntled DGD Holders
DigixDAO community members have voted overwhelmingly to approve the return of funds it raised in its 2016 ICO to DGD holders looking to walk. Vote Follows Calls For a Dissolution Mechanism Investors will be sent 0. дальше »
2020-1-21 12:24
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New US Bill Could Make Small Crypto Transactions Tax-Exempt
U. S. Congress has introduced a bill that could make it easier for consumers to spend their Bitcoin. Representatives proposed the bill on Thursday, Jan. 16. Known as the Virtual Currency Fairness Act of 2020, the bill eliminates the need for consumers to calculate taxes on crypto transactions that result in capital gains under $200. дальше »
2020-1-22 11:10
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New U.S. Bill Could Make Small Crypto Transactions Tax-Exempt
U. S. Congress has introduced a bill that could make it easier for consumers to spend their Bitcoin. Representatives proposed the bill on Thursday, Jan. 16. Known as the Virtual Currency Fairness Act of 2020, the bill eliminates the need for consumers to calculate taxes on crypto transactions that result in capital gains under $200. дальше »
2020-1-21 11:10
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Facebook’s Libra Facing Fresh Wave of Doubt
Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency is facing more speculation that the project may not get off the ground in 2020, according to media reports. What’s In a Memo? An alleged government memo seen by Bloomberg states that Libra may have to undergo revision if it’s to gain approval from Swiss financial regulators. дальше »
2020-1-21 20:34
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Why Crypto Dad Wants to Digitize the Greenback
Crypto Dad wants to digitize the greenback. His new venture, the Digital Dollar Project, is a foundation set up to advocate for a US central bank digital currency (CBDC). But is it necessary? What Libra Did Interest in CBDCs has been growing since Facebook threatened to undermine the international monetary order with the creation of […] The post Why Crypto Dad Wants to Digitize the Greenback appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2020-1-21 19:31
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Wanchain 4.0 Goes Live with Support for Private Chains
Wanchain has launched version 4. 0 of its interoperability-focused blockchain. The project announced the release via a blog post on Jan. 20. This upgrade allows Wanchain to expand its interoperability objectives by providing support for private blockchains, also known as enterprise or consortium blockchains. дальше »
2020-1-20 16:00
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Binance’s CEO Has Responded to Chainalysis’ Laundering Claims
Changpeng Zhao, the CEO of Binance, has taken to Twitter to contest recent reports from the blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis. In the Jan. 15 report, the firm claimed that Binance had received approximately one-quarter of all cryptocurrencies laundered through OTC brokers in 2019. дальше »
2020-1-20 12:27
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Bitcoin Attempts to Break Above $9,000, But It Won’t Be Easy
Bitcoin is surging, and as it attempts to break above the $9,000 resistance level a number of technical indicators forecast that a pullback could be underway. Bitcoin Technical Analysis The flagship cryptocurrency entered a bull rally that saw its price increase over 20% since Jan. дальше »
2020-1-17 16:09
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Libra Association Forms Committee to Govern Developments
The Libra Association has announced the formation of a five-member Technical Steering Committee that will govern the ongoing development of the project. A 5-Star Team The role of the Steering Committee covers the oversight and coordination of the Libra platform’s technical design and development. дальше »
2020-1-18 15:39
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Facebook Forms Committee to Govern Libra Developments
The Libra Association has announced the formation of a five-member Technical Steering Committee that will govern the ongoing development of the project. A 5-Star Team The role of the Steering Committee covers the oversight and coordination of the Libra platform’s technical design and development. дальше »
2020-1-17 15:39
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Former CFTC Regulator Launches Foundation to Digitize the Dollar
Crypto Dad may have left the CFTC, but he’s just getting started in the cryptocurrency industry in his new role with a non-profit, the Digital Dollar Project. Crypto Dad Is Back J. Christopher Giancarlo, former Chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) also known as “Crypto Dad” for his favorable stance toward the digital […] The post Former CFTC Regulator Launches Foundation to Digitize the Dollar appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2020-1-16 19:08
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Gemini Launch “Nakamoto Ltd.” Insurance for Custody Accounts
Gemini, the US exchange led by the Winklevoss twins, today launched its own captive insurance company, according to reports. The Next Generation of Crypto Exchange Insurance? The press release accompanying the announcement claims that with coverage of up to $200 million for offline storage, it’s the largest purchased by any crypto custodian in the world. дальше »
2020-1-16 18:20
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EOS Shows Signs of a Reversal After the Recent 90% Rally
EOS appears to have reached an exhaustion point after a significant bullish impulse that saw its price rise by nearly 90%. Now, this cryptocurrency could be bound for a steep correction before continuing upwards. дальше »
2020-1-16 14:04
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Chainalysis: $2.8B Bitcoin Laundered Through Exchanges in 2019
Chainalysis, a major blockchain analysis firm, has published a blog post concerning last year’s Bitcoin laundering trends. The Role of Exchanges and OTC Brokers The firm traced $2. 8 billion of illicit Bitcoin that was deposited to exchanges over the course of 2019. дальше »
2020-1-16 13:40
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Ethereum Project lets Startups “Stream” Salaries in Crypto
Sablier, a payment protocol, allows anyone to send continuously streamed payments around the world by leveraging the functionality of Ethereum. In the latest, users can now stream interest-bearing tokens, like CHAI. дальше »
2020-1-16 13:19
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Ethereum’s DeFi Thrives in Bear and Bull Crypto Markets
DeFi protocols are proving their value after providing profit-making opportunities during diverse market conditions. Building Financial Utility In the first half of 2019, as the cryptocurrency market started to rise from multi-year lows, DeFi got its first taste of a bull market as loans on Maker hit an all-time high of $505 million. дальше »
2020-1-16 11:14
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Ripple’s XRP Still at Risk of Securities Classification
Even if the court rules in favor of Ripple’s motion to dismiss, XRP’s fate as a “currency” remains uncertain. Motion to Dismiss Ripple, the company behind the third-largest digital asset on the crypto market XRP, is battling an open-ended class-action lawsuit. дальше »
2020-1-16 09:47
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Analysis: BSV Is Up 500% Thanks to Wash Trading
Bitcoin Satoshi’s Vision (BSV) entered a massive bull rally which saw the coin’s price increase by 5x. As the crypto community questions the sudden upswing, a technical pattern estimates that BSV is bound for an inevitable correction. дальше »
2020-1-16 18:36
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North Korean Crypto Conference a No-Go, Warns the UN
Sanctions experts from the United Nations have warned blockchain enthusiasts against attending an upcoming cryptocurrency conference in North Korea. Attending the Pyongyang Event Could Breach Sanctions According to Reuters, a confidential report will be submitted to the UN Security Council warning that the event will include discussions that cover sanctions evasion and money laundering. дальше »
2020-1-16 16:25
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NEO Has Invested In Switcheo, the Blockchain’s Top DEX
NEO has made an investment in Switcheo, according to a blog post published on Tuesday, Jan. 14. The investment was made through the NEO EcoBoost program, an ecosystem funding effort run by NEO and several partners. дальше »
2020-1-15 09:45
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Robinhood Launches New Raise at $8.2B Valuation
Popular stock and cryptocurrency trading platform Robinhood is launching a fundraising round that would value them at $8. 2 billion. Robinhood Going From Strength to Strength Austin, Texas-based crowdfunding platform Microventures have been offered a stake in Robinhood’s next round. дальше »
2020-1-15 04:25
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SEC Warns Crypto Investors About IEOs
The U. S. SEC issued a warning to investors on the risks associated with investing in IEOs, potentially dampening future interest in crypto offerings on exchanges. SEC Urges Investor Caution with IEOs The Securities Exchange Commission has urged investors to be cautious about promises made in relation to IEOs. дальше »
2020-1-15 00:46
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Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP Lead Market Rally
A massive capital inflow triggered a rally felt through the entire market. Now, led by Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP the market seems prepared to enter another bull run. Bitcoin Outlook After $8,500 Based on the 1-week chart, several technical indicators reveal that Bitcoin is extremely bullish. дальше »
2020-1-15 00:06
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On-Chain Bitcoin Analysis Reveals New Depth of PlusToken Scam
OXT Research, a tool from Samourai Wallet, recently revealed the full depth of last year’s PlusToken Bitcoin sell-off. Beyond a crash course in crypto privacy, this new data confirms a strong correlation with price actions for BTC over the past six months. дальше »
2020-1-15 18:42
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Securitize Attracts IRA Retirement Savings with STO Investment
Retirement savings are starting to move into digital asset investments, with Securitize and AltoIRA making the first known Individual Retirement Account (IRA) investment in security token offerings (STOs). дальше »
2020-1-14 18:14
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BSV Continues Uptick as Community Debates its Legitimacy
BSV is up 163% in the last month despite the crypto community debating whether its the making of an exit scam or genuine investor demand. The Curious Case of BSV Bitcoin Satoshi’s Vision (BSV), conceived after contentiously forking from the Bitcoin Cash codebase, is no stranger to controversy. дальше »
2020-1-14 16:13
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CME Bitcoin Options Volume Shows Early Market Traction
The CME’s options launch could channel an influx of institutional speculators to crypto. Crypto Derivatives on the Rise On Jan. 13, 2020, the CME announced the launch of its Bitcoin options contracts on the CME Globex platform. дальше »
2020-1-14 11:53
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Bitcoin and Dash Benefit During Venezuela’s Internet Outage
Bitcoin trading has reached an all-time high in Venezuela. During the week of Jan. 11, crypto investors bought and sold 367 billion bolivars ($5. 5 billion USD) of BTC on LocalBitcoins. This week’s volume is 1. дальше »
2020-1-14 11:34
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Activity on Bitcoin’s Lightning Network May Be Misleading
A recent report from BitMex revealed several critical points about activity within Bitcoin’s Lightning Network. At first glance, readers glean that this activity is much higher than expected. Upon further investigation, however, the story is far more nuanced. дальше »
2020-1-14 19:44
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Bitcoin Futures Volumes Outperform Spot Markets on Binance
Cryptocurrency futures trading volumes have now outpaced spot markets on Binance, according to a report issued by the company. Users Turn to Futures on Binance The report, titled “Leverage and Derivatives: Overview of Binance Futures in 2019,” details the success of the Binance Futures offering since it was launched in September last year. дальше »
2020-1-14 15:49
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2030: The End of Fiat Currencies?
Deutsche Bank has released a report arguing that the next decade could usher in the end of fiat currencies. Could their analysts be right? And what part does cryptocurrency have to play in that? Did Fiat Money Create Inflation? Imagine 2030, a special edition of Konzept, released by the research team at German banking giant […] The post 2030: The End of Fiat Currencies? appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2020-1-13 08:25
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