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Professor Launches Campaign to Donate $1 Million in Cryptos to Venezuelans
Steve Hanke, professor of applied economics at Johns Hopkins University and adviser to former Venezuelan president, Rafael Caldera, has launched a humanitarian campaign tagged Airdrop Venezuela, which is aimed at donating $1 million in cryptocurrency to 100,000 Venezuelans by August 209, according to a report by NPR on April 21, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-23 01:00 | |
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Defunct Exchange Gatecoin Highlights the Need for Regulations for Legal Ownership of Crypto Assets
The fate of users of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange Gatecoin lies in the doldrums due to the lack of clear regulations which could fixate the legal ownership of crypto assets. This according to a report by South China Morning Post, published April 22, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-23 23:00 | |
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Bitcoin Continues to Climb on the Back of Positive Momentum: BTCManager’s Week in Review April 22, 2019
The price of bitcoin has increased by over four percent week-on-week to $5,333 per coin as investors are starting to buy bitcoin again now that the ‘crypto winter’ is considered over and the sentiment is turning bullish. дальше »
2019-4-23 20:00 | |
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JPMorgan Wants to Utilize Blockchain Technology to Revitalize Banking Payments System
According to a report published by PYMNTS on April 22, 2019, JPMorgan Chase is mulling utilizing blockchain technology to bolster the banking industry’s payment system. The multi-national company is also considering getting onboard a number of fintech companies to develop the desired platform. дальше »
2019-4-23 19:00 | |
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A Hacker Group is Doxing Confidential Data of Espionage Group Linked to Iran’s Government
According to an article published by Wired on April 18, 2019, a mystery hacker group for the last month has been divulging Iran’s top-level hackers’ secret data, tools, and personal identities onto a public Telegram channel. дальше »
2019-4-23 17:00 | |
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Blockchain Expert Says China’s National Currency Could Become a Cryptocurrency
In an interview with Bloomberg on April 17, 2019, Donald Tapscott, executive chairman of the Blockchain Research Institute, said that China’s official currency, the renminbi (RMB) will soon become a cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-4-22 15:00 | |
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Utah Has Now Banned Warrantless Electronic Data Searches
In a move that is sure to be celebrated by those who value digital privacy, Utah has banned warrantless searches of electronic data. This now means that the state has the strongest digital privacy laws in the nation. дальше »
2019-4-22 13:00 | |
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Market Update and Ripple XRP Price Analysis: April 22, 2019
The total crypto market cap lost $4. 20 billion of its value since Friday, April 22, and now stands at $176. 8. Top ten cryptocurrencies registered are all in red for the 24-hour period with Cardano (ADA) and Litecoin (LTC) being the worst performers with 5. дальше »
2019-4-22 12:57 | |
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Former Colleague of QuadrigaCX CEO Believes Customers Will Likely Not Recover their Funds
According to Adam O’ Brien, a former colleague and friend of the late QuadrigaCX CEO Gerald Cotton, customers are unlikely to recover their funds locked inside the exchange’s cold-storage crypto wallets, reports Global News, April 19, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-21 09:00 | |
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Austria Mulls Elimination of Internet Anonymity; Offenders Could Be Fined Millions of Euros
Internet users in Austria could soon find it impossible to comment on online forums anonymously as the country’s government looks to do away with internet anonymity, reports local media outlet Der Standard, April 18, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-21 21:00 | |
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2020 Elections: West Virginians to Use Blockchain-based Voting Application
Expanding on the blockchain-voting pilot that allowed overseas military operatives and families to vote during the November 2018 mid-term elections, the mobile voting app will now be used during the 2020 presidential elections, which is a concern to some security experts according to MIT Technology Review, April 18, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-20 15:00 | |
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New Cambridge Report Delves into Global Cryptoasset Regulation
A report compiled by researchers at Judge Business School, University of Cambridge is providing insight into the global regulatory climate as it pertains to digital assets. The paper finds that a lack of standardized terminology is one of the main impediments to a consistent regulatory response across the world. дальше »
2019-4-20 09:00 | |
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Financial Giants still Investing in Blockchain despite Bear Markets
Venture Capitals, technology firms and financial institutions are actively investing in blockchain technology startups building infrastructure for the cryptocurrency industry, though they are still wary of bitcoin and altcoins due to their volatile nature, according to a Reuters report on April 18, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-20 01:00 | |
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FinCEN Penalize Bitcoin Exchanger for Unlawful Practices
The United States Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has ordered Eric Powers, the operator of a peer-to-peer Bitcoin exchange, to pay a fine of $35,000 for willfully violating the Bank Secrecy Act’s (BSA) registration for failing to register as a money services business, according to a press release on April 18, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-20 23:00 | |
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India: RBI Omits Cryptocurrency-Based Projects from Fintech Regulatory Sandbox
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on April 18, 2019, published the terms of its fintech-focused regulatory sandbox. While the report highlights the importance of blockchain technology for various applications, it explicitly rejects all sorts of cryptocurrency-based businesses from being included in the sandbox. дальше »
2019-4-20 21:00 | |
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Bitcoin, Ether, and XRP Weekly Market Update: April 19, 2019
The total crypto market cap gained $1. 4 billion of value for the seven-day period and now stands at $179. 4. The top ten currencies saw mixed results for the same time frame as Binance Coin (BNB) managed to gain 7. дальше »
2019-4-19 19:00 | |
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Former Mozilla Executive Accuses Google Of Sabotage
Jonathan Nightingale, a tech professional who formerly worked at Mozilla, has made detailed allegations that technology giant Google has been sabotaging Firefox, Mozilla’s browser. Nightingale claims Google has been acting in this manner for years in order to provide Google Chrome with an advantage. дальше »
2019-4-19 17:00 | |
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Bakkt Wants New York Crypto License to Appease Regulatory Bodies, Sources Say
Intercontinental Exchange Inc. (ICE,) the company behind the highly-anticipated bitcoin trading platform Bakkt has turned to U. S. state watchdogs to get the stalled project the necessary regulatory approvals. дальше »
2019-4-19 14:00 | |
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Binance Chain Goes Live; Exchange Gives Details on BNB Token Swap
According to a Bloomberg report published April 18, 2019, Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by reported volume, has launched its own blockchain called Binance Chain to encourage crypto startups to issue their tokens directly on the trading platform. дальше »
2019-4-19 13:53 | |
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Binance Unveils Fiat-to-Crypto Bitcoin Exchange in Singapore
Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange with more than $890 million in 24-hour trading volume, has announced the impending launch of its crypto-to-fiat exchange platform in Singapore, reports FXStreet on April 18, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-19 13:15 | |
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Bitcoin and Ether Market Update: April 19, 2019
Total crypto market cap increased by $1. 8 billion to $171. 1 since Wednesday, April 17. Top ten currencies are mostly in red for the 24-hour period with Binance Coin (BNB) once again being the exception with 8. дальше »
2019-4-19 13:00 | |
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BitMEX Partners With Trading Technologies to Provide High Performance Bitcoin Derivatives Trading Tools
BitMEX, the cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform behemoth has announced a partnership deal with Trading Technologies Inc. (TT). In a blog post published by BitMEX on April 17, 2019, the company said the partnership would create a mutually beneficial and strategic collaboration between both firms. дальше »
2019-4-19 09:00 | |
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South Korea: Crypto Exchange Coinnest Shutting down Operations
Coinnest, a leading South Korean exchange, and bitcoin trading venue have announced it’s closing shop due to challenging market conditions and other unfavorable factors that have hampered its continued growth, according to a press release by the firm on April 18, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-19 01:00 | |
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Coinbase Expands Services to 11 New Countries Including India, Mexico, and South Korea
In a bid to boost the adoption of cryptocurrencies, Coinbase announced on April 17, 2019, that they have expanded their business operations to 11 more countries. More People, More Places There have been a lot of new changes at Coinbase. дальше »
2019-4-19 23:00 | |
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Enterprise Ethereum Alliance Teams up with Major Firms to Launch Token Taxonomi Initiative
The Enterprise Ethereum Alliance (EEA) on April 17, 2019, announced the launch of a blockchain-neutral Token Taxonomy Initiative which will address the need for establishing universal and easy to comprehend definitions for digital tokens. дальше »
2019-4-19 21:00 | |
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HTC-Backed $50 Million Proof of Capital Blockchain Venture Fund Launched
There are many cryptocurrencies – including bitcoin – that have grown tremendously in value over the years. As a result, there are blockchain and cryptocurrency-focused funds and firms that have emerged from the United States, or their respective countries. дальше »
2019-4-19 20:00 | |
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Accenture and GEB Partner to Use DLT For Employee Benefits Sector
A Forbes report published April 16, 2019, states that multinational management consulting giant Accenture has partnered with Generali Employee Benefits (GEB) to develop a robust blockchain solution for employee benefits sector. дальше »
2019-4-19 19:00 | |
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Financier with Links to Russian Oligarch Launches Crypto Derivative Hedge Fund
According to a BloombergQuint report published April 17, 2019, Gerald Banks, a financier who has in past managed part of a Russian oligarch’s business venture is set to open a cryptocurrency derivative fund. дальше »
2019-4-18 17:00 | |
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Winklevoss Twins and Charlie Shrem Settle Legal Dispute
After much back-and-forth, Charlie Shrem and the Winklevoss twins have settled their feud stemming from a failed business deal, as announced on April 16, 2019. White Flag In the crypto industry and the business world in general, it is not unusual for business partners to fall out and sometimes these fallouts end up with legalRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-18 15:00 | |
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Israeli Startup Sirin Labs Lays off 15 Employees Due to Poor Sales
Israeli tech startup Sirin Labs, which launched the world’s first blockchain smartphone called Finney last year has laid off 15 of their total 60 employees, as reported by Globes on April 15, 2019. Sirin Labs Fires 25 Percent of its Workforce Sirin Labs, an Israeli tech startup that roped in football stalwart Lionel Messi toRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-18 13:00 | |
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Japan: Rakuten Bank Starts Registering New Users for Its Crypto Wallet
As part of preparations for the June 2019 official launch of its cryptocurrency trading service, Rakuten Bank, the largest e-commerce outfit in Japan has kicked off the new user registration process for its Rakuten Wallet, which will enable millions of its customers to trade bitcoin and altcoins seamlessly, according to a press release published MarchRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-18 11:00 | |
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All you Need to Know about the Token Taxonomy Act
The tax treatment of cryptocurrencies has been a matter of constant back and forth since their inception. On one end, regulators argue that digital currencies are no different than traditional equity stocks which put them in the same bag as government-approved securities. дальше »
2019-4-18 09:00 | |
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Russian Lawmakers Approve Bill Seeking Increased Government Control on the Internet
A report published by ABC News on April 16, 2019, states that Russia’s lower chamber of parliament has passed a bill that gives more power to the Russian government over the country’s Internet traffic. дальше »
2019-4-18 01:00 | |
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John Delaney: The U.S. Must Create a Dedicated Cybersecurity Unit
John Delaney, a United States politician and business mogul looking to contest for the 2020 U. S. presidential seat, has buttressed the country’s need for a centralized and dedicated “Department of Cybersecurity,” as the nation remains a target to all kinds of cyber threats, according to a blog post on April 16, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-18 23:00 | |
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FSA to Cryptocurrency Exchanges: Improve Your Cold Wallet Security Protocols
The Financial Services Agency (FSA) of Japan is mandating cryptocurrency exchanges in the country to enhance security features on their cold wallet storage, Reuters reports, April 16, 2019. This directive comes as security experts warn that internally-orchestrated exchange hacks are becoming a clear and present danger. дальше »
2019-4-17 21:00 | |
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South Korean Firm Adopts 5G Blockchain Technology to Fight IoT Hacks
There is a new tool in the fight against hacks as Korea Telecom (KT) has unveiled a new blockchain-based 5G network that masks the IP addresses of IoT device users, reported on April 16, 2019. Unhackable Technology has brought the world many great gifts such as better communication and the fast sharing of information. дальше »
2019-4-17 20:00 | |
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Binance Burn Data Indicates Profit Increase
Despite the ongoing bear market, Binance has seen an increase in its net profit according to their most recent burn data, released on April 16, 2019. Going Higher Even though the price of bitcoin has seen some stability over the last few weeks, the bear market is far from over, and this can be seenRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-17 19:00 | |
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Australia to Open First Domestic Blockchain Incubator Lab by September 2019
Even if there are many different organizations and corporations that are interested in developing blockchain solutions to specific problems, or their own cryptocurrencies, the truth is that the interest in the sector often depends on policy and regulation within a specific country. дальше »
2019-4-17 17:00 | |
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Bitcoin SV Drops $300 Million in Market Capitalization Amid Community Backlash
Bitcoin SV (BSV) has shed more than $300 million in market capitalization following a backlash in the cryptocurrency community against the actions of two of its staunchest proponents – Calvin Ayre and Craig S. дальше »
2019-4-17 15:00 | |
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Ernst & Young (EY) Unveils Ethereum Blockchain-Based Nightfall Protocol
Accounting giant Ernst & Young (EY) on April 16, 2019, announced its private transaction blockchain protocol called “Nightfall” on the public Ethereum network. Taking the Road Less Traveled Although blockchain technology is still very much in its infancy, companies the world over are not shy to use it in innovative ways. дальше »
2019-4-17 14:50 | |
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Blockchain Technology is the Focal Point of Ohio Healthcare IT Day
The US state of Ohio, in its 132nd General Assembly, passed Senate Bill 220 which essentially places it as a national policy leader on the use of blockchain technology. This according to a report published April 16, 2019, by AI Thority. дальше »
2019-4-17 13:00 | |
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Blockchain Analytics Firm Chainalysis Raised $6 Million From MUFG And Sozo Ventures
Leading blockchain analysis company, Chainalysis, has managed to secure $6 million in funding from Japanese financial services giant Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and venture capital firm Sozo Ventures. дальше »
2019-4-17 11:54 | |
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Q1 Report: CoinGecko Acknowledges Mimblewimble, IEOs, and Cosmos Launch
In the world of crypto technologies and magic Internet money, a single quarter can seem like a decade. CoinGecko, however, has finally released their Q1 findings to remind the space of an exciting 2019 thus far. дальше »
2019-4-17 11:00 | |
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Etoro Launches New Crypto Exchange, Complete With Stablecoins
Ever since Bitcoin fell dramatically from its 2017 highs, it has led to many investors and traders questioning the initial coin offering (ICO) market. As a result, many have turned to stablecoins since they are pegged to actual assets and commodities. дальше »
2019-4-17 11:00 | |
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Facebook Messenger no Longer Supports P2P Payments
Facebook has announced plans to discontinue its peer-to-peer payments service which enabled users of its Messenger app resident in the UK and France to send money to friends and family seamlessly. The discontinuation of the service is in line with its plans to launch its blockchain-based stablecoin called Facebook Coin, reports U. дальше »
2019-4-17 09:00 | |
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Consensys Shopping for Investors as 2018 Profits Ring in at $21 Million
Following underwhelming profits for 2018 and the laying off of staff, ConsenSys is seeking an investment of $200 million and a valuation of $1 billion, reported on April 15, 2019. New Backers In late 2018 and early 2019, many blockchain and crypto firms were forced to lay off some of their staff. дальше »
2019-4-17 01:00 | |
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UK: Corporate Traveller Allies with BitPay to Accept Bitcoin Payments
Corporate Traveller, a leading UK-based business travel management firm centered on servicing enterprise clients with small to medium travel spend requirements, has joined forces with BitPay, a highly reputed bitcoin payments processor, to enable the former to start accepting Bitcoin (BTC) from clients, according to a press release on April 15, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-16 23:00 | |
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French Finance Minister to Propose Uniform Crypto Regulation to EU Partners
France looks determined to push for regulation of cryptocurrencies in Europe as its Finance Minister, Bruno Le Maire said on April 15, 2019, that he will urge his European Union partners to set up a uniform crypto regulatory infrastructure, Reuters reports. дальше »
2019-4-16 21:00 | |
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Mainnet and dApps to be Unaffected By Sun Network Deployment
The upcoming Sun network deployment led to concern of there being a required mainnet upgrade but Justin Sun has taken to Twitter on April 15, 2019, to clarify that both the mainnet and the TRON dApps will be unaffected by the new network launch. дальше »
2019-4-16 20:00 | |
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