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Yellow Vest Popular Referendums: Direct Democracy or a Euro Threat?
Yellow vests, a disparate group of ordinary French citizens who begun protesting against a now-scrapped hike in fuel taxes back in November, returned to the streets of Paris on Saturday... The post Yellow Vest Popular Referendums: Direct Democracy or a Euro Threat? appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-2-5 19:53
Bitcoin Sent to Hamas from Coinbase and Binance Accounts
Bitcoin donations have been sent to Hamas from a number of prominent crypto exchanges according to Whitestream, a Blockchain Intelligence firm from Israel. They say the military wing of Hamas, the Qassam... дальше »
2019-2-4 20:16
Bitcoin Volumes Spike in Venezuela
Some $7 million worth of bitcoin is exchanging hands in Venezuela everyday on just one peer to peer exchange, Localbitcoin. Volumes are up across Latin America, including Mexico, Argentina, Chile. дальше »
2019-2-1 18:51
Ex-NSA Agents Used Bitcoin in Hacking Operations for an Arabian Monarchy
Bitcoin appears to be rising as a payment method of choice for spies across the world following a third report that intelligence agents used bitcoin to pay for hacking infrastructure.... The post Ex-NSA Agents Used Bitcoin in Hacking Operations for an Arabian Monarchy appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-31 16:38
Hamas Asks Supporters to Send Bitcoin, Blames Israel For a Banking Blockade
The Associated Foreign Press (AFP) and Al Jazeera report Hamas has called on its supporters to send bitcoin. “Support the resistance financially through the bitcoin currency,” said Abu Obeida, a spokesman. дальше »
2019-1-31 18:00
Iran in Crypto Talks with Germany, England, France, Switzerland
Iran is holding talks with major European nations as well as Russia, South Africa and Bosnia on carrying trade through crypto transactions according to a very brief report by the... The post Iran in Crypto Talks with Germany, England, France, Switzerland appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-30 19:39
US Government to Pay $7 Trillion on Debt Interest Over the Next Decade
US taxpayers will have to pay as much as twice the GDP of Germany to just cover interest payments on government debt over the next decade according to the Congressional... The post US Government to Pay $7 Trillion on Debt Interest Over the Next Decade appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-30 17:19
Trump Ended U.S. Government Shutdown, but the Damage It Did to Crypto Adoption Is Here to Stay
Trump has ended the U.S. government shutdown. The SEC and CFTC remained largely paralyzed for 35 days, and crypto adoption will likely be delayed as a result
дальше »2019-1-30 17:17
Martial Law, Empty Stores, Pound Rises, Bitcoin Falls Amidst Threats of Nightmare Brexit
“The overriding theme in all the no-deal planning is civil disobedience and the fear that it will lead to death in the event of food and medical shortages,” a source... The post Martial Law, Empty Stores, Pound Rises, Bitcoin Falls Amidst Threats of Nightmare Brexit appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-29 22:01
Iran to Launch a Rial Stablecoin
Iran is the latest to join the stablecoins trend with its plans to launch a rial-backed crypto according to Al Jazeera. Details are to be revealed on Tuesday, they say,... The post Iran to Launch a Rial Stablecoin appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-28 19:41
Another Week, Another March of Thousands Yellow Vesters, is Peaceful Reform Still Possible in a Democracy?
The streets of Paris and much of France have yet again been flooded by what looks like an endless procession. Amidst the silence of mainstream media, new media documents the... The post Another Week, Another March of Thousands Yellow Vesters, is Peaceful Reform Still Possible in a Democracy? appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-26 17:56
GOP pushes porn as the answer to border wall funding
An Arizona Congresswoman introduced a bill to the House yesterday that, if passed, would fund President Trump‘s border wall — at least in Arizona. Introduced by Republican Rep. Gail Griffin, HB 2444 would levy a one-time $20 fee per-device on Arizonans wishing to access pornography online. дальше »
2019-1-23 02:29
One Million Expected to Descend on the Streets of France, Is Revolution Nigh?
An historic moment may be greeting France as an endless stream of citizens (pictured above) have covered the streets of Paris. To the tune of drums and slogans, dressed with... The post One Million Expected to Descend on the Streets of France, Is Revolution Nigh? appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-19 18:35
Yellow Vesters Queue to Withdraw Money From Banks, Act X to Begin While Macron Meets the Mayors
In the French city of Saint-Nazaire, queues of yellow vesters have been videoed withdrawing money from the banks on or around January 12th in what appears to be a symbolic move... The post Yellow Vesters Queue to Withdraw Money From Banks, Act X to Begin While Macron Meets the Mayors appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-19 18:32
Trump’s media bias poll might be the most biased thing I’ve read in 2019
President Trump continues to fire shots at the press, claiming biased coverage, misrepresented facts, and sometimes entirely made-up stories. In what can only be described as a war on traditional media, Trump continued his assault with a poll on media bias that, ironically, might be the most biased line of questioning this reporter has ever laid eyes on. дальше »
2019-1-17 05:04
Devs Behind Marshall Islands’ National Crypto Confirm Plans to Launch This Year
The team developing a national crypto for the Marshall Islands has revealed they are still at work, despite previous uncertainty among officials
дальше »2019-1-15 21:10
Rumors British Broadcasting Media Given a D-Notice Over Yellow Vests Coverage
There were some 400,000 people on French streets this Saturday according to yellow vests supporters. 85,000 according to the Interior French Ministry, a figure up from 50,000 the previous Saturday. дальше »
2019-1-14 21:30
China Wants to Censor the Blockchain Now
After Chinese citizens bypassed censorship by storing documents on ethereum’s blockchain, China’s government has passed regulations that require the blockchain to be censorable. “Chinese blockchain platforms will have to censor. дальше »
2019-1-11 18:36
Europe on the Brink of a Direct Democracy Revolution as Di Maio Enters the Yellow Vests Fray
Italy’s deputy prime minister, Luigi Di Maio, has stated he will meet yellow vests “leaders” to form a European Parliamentary alliance in a push for direct democracy. “I am creating an. дальше »
2019-1-11 17:43
French Banks Accused of Censorship Amid Fundraising Outrage For a Yellow Vest Boxer
“I’m demonstrating for all the pensioners, for the future of my children, for single women, for everything we’re fighting for. I am a gilet jaune. I have the anger of... The post French Banks Accused of Censorship Amid Fundraising Outrage For a Yellow Vest Boxer appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-9 16:31
Bitcoin Rises as Yellow Vests Call For a Run on the Banks
Nicolle Maxime, who some call a spokesperson for the yellow vests movement, has stated they are organizing a run on the banks. He said the yellow vest movement is backed... The post Bitcoin Rises as Yellow Vests Call For a Run on the Banks appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-9 21:35
$1,000 Worth of Bitcoin Hidden in Street Art
A French artist has hidden $1,000 worth of bitcoin in a fresco somewhere in Paris. Calling himself Pascalboy or Pboy, he says the fresco is “in Paris intra muros, secret place but... The post $1,000 Worth of Bitcoin Hidden in Street Art appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-8 17:55
Iran to Knock Off Four Zeros From Rial as Inflation Reaches 40%
The value of Iranian money has about halved in a year to 110,000 rials per U.S. dollar in informal foreign exchange local markets. That has led Iran’s central bank to propose a... The post Iran to Knock Off Four Zeros From Rial as Inflation Reaches 40% appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-8 16:42
Macron Announces a National Debate in an Echo of the French Revolution
A spirit of revolution appears to be in the air in France where uprisings have been occurring for now two months with 80% support from French citizens according to polls.... The post Macron Announces a National Debate in an Echo of the French Revolution appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-5 20:48
Thai National Tech Development Center to Introduce Blockchain in Voting
A Thai center for tech development and research has developed a blockchain-based mobile e-voting system, which some hope will eventually be used in national elections
дальше »2019-1-3 04:55
Brexit Bitcoin Shows no Premium While Pound Nears Euro Parity as Crisis Descends on the Palace
The British people have seen the value of their money crash down to now near euro and dollar parity, but they’re not making an exit to bitcoin or other cryptos.... The post Brexit Bitcoin Shows no Premium While Pound Nears Euro Parity as Crisis Descends on the Palace appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2018-12-12 17:16
Google’s CEO is going to Washington DC – He should stay there
Google CEO Sundar Pichai will reportedly testify before Congress in Washington DC next week. Finally, the GOP will get to ask all the stupid questions related to President Trump’s conspiracy theory that Search is biased against conservatives. дальше »
2018-11-29 22:05
European Parliament Member Optimistic about a Blockchain-Powered Political System
Eva Kaili, the Greek member of the European Parliament, spoke optimistically about the future of cryptocurrency past standard applications and focused on the potential within politics on November 22nd, 2018. дальше »
2018-11-24 12:00
India’s Government to Finally Decide on How it Will Treat Cryptos
A Supreme Court case has been put on hold pending a report on cryptocurrencies by India’s government expected this December. According to Quartz India, a counter-affidavit has been filed with. дальше »
2018-11-22 18:50
Colorado Now Has a Crypto-Friendly Governor
The Midterms are over, and the Blue wave wasn’t quite as deep as Democrats hoped. But, while political squabbling has no end in sight, cryptocurrency came out several steps ahead. Blockchain-friendly candidates scored major victories in both parties. дальше »
2018-11-8 02:25
The Intersection of Crypto and Political Funding
A new report has revealed the perception the American public has towards digital currencies, especially in the context of politics and political party funding. The report was prepared by Clovr and is called “Crypto and Politics: Voters Perceptions of Cryptocurrency and Politics. дальше »
2018-11-6 10:00
New Study: 60% of Voters Believe Crypto Donations Should Be Legal
A Clovr survey of 1,023 registered voters in the United States found that 60% of respondents thought it should be legal to donate crypto in federal elections. Clovr, a “company focused on promoting the mainstream adoption of blockchain technology,” has carried out a few surveys to gauge people’s attitudes about cryptocurrency. дальше »
2018-10-31 10:00
Facebook can simply say ‘no’ to EU’s proposed audit
To say 2018 has been a difficult year for Facebook is an understatement. The Cambridge Analytica scandal, US senate hearings, and a massive data breach last month have all contributed to making life incredibly difficult for Zuckerberg and friends — and now the EU Parliament wants to add to their troubles. дальше »
2018-10-26 17:49
Germany’s Court of Appeal Slaps FSA For “Exceeding its Constitutional Competence” Over Bitcoin Classification
Germany may well be where liberty still lives. That’s because a recent judgment by the Berlin Court of Appeal, Kammergericht, takes a very different approach to the extension of legislation by interpretation. дальше »
2018-10-26 20:48
A Legal Framework for Flockchain – Made in Germany – with the Help of Startups like Lition
Blockchain is primed to disrupt the future of business as we know it, and German lawmakers are all for it. The CDU/CSU and SPD coalitions (major German political parties, for the uninitiated) aim to lead the European blockchain charge in developing a comprehensive blockchain strategy that fosters innovation and nurtures fledgling businesses in this new space. дальше »
2018-10-22 11:00
Indian Cryptonians Up in Arms as Media Speculates Crypto Holding Could be Banned
“One of the most trusted sites in the world of Indian finance,” is speculating the Indian government might declare cryptos illegal. They say in news reporting: “India may look at. дальше »
2018-10-18 15:12
Venezuela Goes Crypto
An historic event has occurred this October the 1st when the president of Venezuela announced “from November the 5th, the Petro will go on sale to the Venezuelan public in... The post Venezuela Goes Crypto appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2018-10-4 15:38
Dysfunctional Indian Supreme Court Keeps Adjourning the Crypto Case, Will it Ever Be Heard?
India’s crypto industry was on edge this September 10th as they awaited a potentially historic decision by the Supreme Court on a banking crypto ban by India’s Central Bank. The... The post Dysfunctional Indian Supreme Court Keeps Adjourning the Crypto Case, Will it Ever Be Heard? appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2018-10-3 16:51
A Decade on Since the Banking Collapse, Has Anything Been Learned?
The Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC) said this Friday Citigroup had been charged. In a statement, SEC says: “Citigroup misled users with assurances that high-frequency traders were not allowed to trade. дальше »
2018-9-15 14:59
EU’s decision on Copyright Reform tomorrow could be a turning point for the web
After a long and arduous process, the pivotal moment for EU‘s controversial Copyright Reform has arrived. On September 12, the 751 members of the European Parliament (MEPs) will have a final decisive vote on the hotly debated reform, cementing the Parliament’s position before opening negotiations with national governments. дальше »
2018-9-11 15:47
India’s Supreme Court Adjourns the Crypto Hearing
Indian cryptonians were on edge today as the Supreme Court was to decide on whether a crypto banking ban by the Indian Central Bank has legal standing. It appears, however,... The post India’s Supreme Court Adjourns the Crypto Hearing appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2018-9-11 14:56
Boris Johnson Calls for Tax Cuts to Capital Gains
Boris Johnson, suspected by many to be preparing for a leadership bid, has called for Trump style tax cuts of income taxes, capital gains, and stamp duty. Trump’s electoral promise... The post Boris Johnson Calls for Tax Cuts to Capital Gains appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2018-9-11 16:33
Coinbase Joins the ETF Race
Coinbase has apparently been in talks with the world’s biggest asset manager, BlackRock, to ask for advice on launching a crypto Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) according to the unnamed sources. . дальше »
2018-9-8 13:14
Wow! Kenya to use Blockchain for Transparency in Elections
Kenya is East Africa’s biggest economy that became a multi-party democracy in 1991. Since then there have been claims of widespread rigging of elections and violence surrounding the issue. Raila Odinga, leader of the opposition questioned and rejected the results of last two elections for the presidential post. дальше »
2018-8-23 23:36
China Censors Crypto Media as Yuan Falls 6% Against the Dollar
Beijing’s Chaoyang District has banned crypto related events to “safeguard the status” of Yuan which has kept falling against the dollar since spring. According to a translation the notice said: “To. дальше »
2018-8-23 19:11
Trump Eyes SEC
Amid the daily political bickering with Democrats, the chess game with China, Russia and Iran, the usual boasting about the economy, and the now seemingly admitted mistake of the baby caging,. . . дальше »
2018-8-18 17:06
Peter Thiel and Reid Hoffman: Crypto is Libertarian and AI is Communist
Peter Thiel and Reid Hoffman, the two original members of the PayPal Mafia, engaged in a rigorous debate at Stanford University in early 2018 concerning the relationship between technology and politics. дальше »
2018-8-13 12:00
Bitcoin at a $500 Premium in Turkey, Eth at a $50 Premium as Turkish Lira Plunges
Bitcoin is currently trading at $7,150 against Turkish money in one of the biggest crypto exchange there, in contrast to a global current price of $6,500. BtcTurk has handled some... The post Bitcoin at a $500 Premium in Turkey, Eth at a $50 Premium as Turkish Lira Plunges appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2018-8-10 17:32
Gubernatorial Candidate Wants to Make Colorado a ‘Blockchain Hub’
A candidate for Colorado governor has added a set of blockchain-related proposals to his gubernatorial campaign, aiming to make Colorado a “blockchain hub”
дальше »2018-8-10 05:17
Iran Turns to Crypto as Geopolitics Greets the 21st Century
Iran is beating the crypto drums amid a plunging Rial and biting US sanctions that have led to some turmoil in ancient Persia. President Hassan Rouhani has ordered a speeding... The post Iran Turns to Crypto as Geopolitics Greets the 21st Century appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »