IOTA Payments Can Now Be Accepted via WordPress Plugin

Developers from IOTA community have released plugin that allows all WordPress sites to accept IOTA in a matter of clicks дальше »

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Zimbabwe Proposes Inclusion of VASPs in Its Securities Law — Move Applauded as ‘Step in Right Direction’

The Zimbabwean government recently revealed its intention to widen the definition of securities to include virtual asset service providers (VASPs). According to a document released by the cabinet, the proposed inclusion of VASPs into the category of defined securities will be made possible via the amendment of the Securities and Exchange Act. The Money Laundering […] дальше »

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Octane Finance guarantees safe limit order execution via Chainlink integration

Decentralized rewarding limit orders platform Octane Finance will integrate the industry-leading oracle network Chainlink (LINK/USD) Price Feeds on Binance Smart Chain (BSC) to guarantee access to tamper-proof, top-quality, highly reliable price feeds. дальше »

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Here’s one way to trade Bitcoin even as BTC price teeters over an abyss

Bears have pushed Bitcoin price to the lowest rungs of its current range, but savvy traders can still generate a nice profit via the Iron Condor options strategy. дальше »

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Busking for Bitcoin: Report Finds Street Performers Depend on Digital Payments

Street performers, or buskers, are leaning more toward digital platforms these days compared to the old method of accepting loose change. A report recently published by economists at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia has found that in certain areas, buskers get more donations via digital payment methods like Paypal and bitcoin from people passing by, […] дальше »

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PayPal users can now buy $100,000 worth of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Bitcoin Cash weekly

US financial player PayPal has announced that its users can now purchase as much as $100,000 worth of supported cryptocurrencies via its platform starting this week. The post PayPal users can now buy $100,000 worth of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Bitcoin Cash weekly appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Why Square Will Create New Bitcoin-Focused Company, According To CEO Jack Dorsey

Financial services company Square will double down on its Bitcoin bet. Via his Twitter account, the CEO of this company Jack Dorsey announced the creation of a new division that will focus on “building an open developer platform”. дальше »

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Cardano Successfully Completes Alonzo Testnet Hard Fork, What’s Next?

Cardano closes in on one of its most important milestones since its inception, the implementation of its smart contract platform, Plutus. Input-Output Global (IOG) announced via its Twitter handle the successful roll-out of the Hard Fork for the Alonzo Testnet. дальше »

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Compass Mining Partners With Oklo to Power Bitcoin Mining Operations With Advanced Fission

Bitcoin mining firm Compass Mining announced the company has entered a 20-year partnership with Oklo Inc., a California-based firm that produces clean, emission-free energy via advanced fission. Oklo explains the company is committed to providing 150 megawatts (MW) of clean power to Compass in order to drive bitcoin mining operations. Advanced Fission and Bitcoin Mining […] дальше »

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1inch Foundation launches $3M grants program for DeFi developers

The grants program will be distributed to developers over the next 12 months via 1INCH tokens.

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SCB 10X invests in new cross-chain DeFi aggregator platform Ape Board

SCB 10X, the venture arm of Thailand’s oldest bank, has announced an investment in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector via crypto-asset aggregator and portfolio dashboard, Ape Board. Ape Board provides a holistic view of users’ DeFi portfolios with actionable insights; enabling users to easily link investments across a variety of DeFi protocols on a single […] The post SCB 10X invests in new cross-chain DeFi aggregator platform Ape Board appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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Crypto exchange ShapeShift fully decentralizes governance via native FOX token

ShapeShift, the popular non-custodial cryptocurrency platform, announced today that it has begun dismantling its corporate structure and decentralizing governance to its users via its FOX token. In a multi-step process (beginning with the airdrop), ShapeShift is dissolving all corporate structures. дальше »

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UTU launches creditworthiness API to improve accuracy of credit assessments for lenders

UTU, a decentralized trust infrastructure provider building new models of digital trust via artificial intelligence and blockchain, today launched its Creditworthiness API to improve the accuracy of cThe post UTU launches creditworthiness API to improve accuracy of credit assessments for lenders appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Samsung SDS Unveils ‘Paperless’ to Tackle Document Forgery with Blockchain Technology

Samsung SDS taps blockchain technology to tackle document forgery. Samsung SDS Launches ‘Paperless’ In an announcement made yesterday, Samsung SDS said it had launched the ‘Paperless’ service that aims to enhance the reliability and transparency of documents via blockchain technology. дальше »

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‘Clean’ Bitcoin (BTC) mining is coming via this Ohio nuclear plant

With China’s current negative stance towards Bitcoin mining plus Elon Musk’s Tesla insistence that they would only accept the digital asset as a payment method only if the mining process of the coin becomes more environmentally friendly, many crypto miners have been left to rue their losses. дальше »

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Major Las Vegas Strip Club to Start Accepting Bitcoin via Lightning Network

Crazy Horse 3 is the first major adult entertainment venue in Sin City to integrate the largest cryptocurrency дальше »

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Africa Will ‘One Day Have a Common Currency’ Says Secretary General of African Continental Free Trade Area

The secretary-general of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA) secretariat, Wamkele Mene, says Africa will “one day have a common currency” via a proposed “Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS). дальше »

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Los Angeles Dodgers to Auction 2020 World Series Ring NFT via Candy Digital

After Major League Baseball (MLB) revealed a partnership with Candy Digital, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced it is auctioning a non-fungible token (NFT) World Series championship ring, a physical version, and a VIP first pitch experience. дальше »

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US Senator Invests in Bitcoin and Ethereum via Grayscale

U. S. Senator Patrick Toomey has declared investments in Grayscale’s bitcoin and ethereum trusts. His declaration shortly followed one by fellow congressman, U. S. Representative Barry Moore, who declared that he had invested in dogecoin, ether, and cardano. дальше »

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The BIS Wants “Absolute Control” Of Your Money Via Central Bank Digital Currencies

The General Manager of the Bank of International Settlements (BIS), Agustin Carstens, sent a chilling message regarding the future direction of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). “We don’t know who’s using a $100 bill today and we don’t know who’s using a 1,000 peso bill today. дальше »

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93K Users Scammed Into Buying Fake Cryptocurrency Mining Apps

Thousands of users were scammed into buying fake Android cryptocurrency mining apps, according to a California-based security firm. These apps are advertised as a way of earning money via mining cryptocurrencies, but in actuality they don’t perform any function. дальше »

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Israeli defense minister authorizes seizure of Hamas-tied crypto accounts

Hamas' efforts to raise funds via crypto had reportedly accelerated following the 11-day war between Israel and the organization in May of this year. дальше »

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Legacy US bank increases Bitcoin exposure via Grayscale Bitcoin Trust

A division of Chicago’s First Midwest Bank increased its Bitcoin exposure last month, a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission showed.   BTC institutional watch: In an SEC filing today, First Midwest Bank Trust Division, based in Joliet, Illinois, reported holding 29,498 shares of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust as of June 30. дальше »

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Uniswap V3 (UNI) Deployed on Optimism Mainnet

The Optimism team has announced via Twitter on June 8, 2021, that Uniswap V3 is now live on the OptimismPBC mainnet.  Uniswap v3 (UNI) Live on Optimism Decentralized finance platform, Uniswap v3 has been successfully deployed to the OptimismPBC mainnet, to offer users of the leading automated market maker even more transaction fee reduction. OpimsmPBR Read More дальше »

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Visa and 50 Crypto Platforms to Enable Cryptocurrency Payments at 70 Million Merchants

Visa Inc. announced Wednesday that the transactions via crypto-linked Visa cards exceeded $1 billion in the first quarter. The company further said that it is partnering with 50 major cryptocurrency platforms “to launch card programs that make it easy to convert and spend digital currency at 70 million merchants worldwide.” Visa Announces $1 Billion in […] дальше »

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Circle to Go Public via Bob Diamond-Backed SPAC Deal — Boston Firm Valued at $4.5 Billion

The Boston-based crypto financial company Circle has announced the firm plans to go public this year in a merger with Concord Acquisition Corp. Circle revealed the news on Thursday and noted that the company expects to close the deal in Q4 with a valuation of $4. дальше »

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Honduras: IBM’s Food Trust to Track Coffee, Cocoa Beans Provenance via Blockchain

IBM blockchain and non-profit Heifer International are teaming to help small-scale coffee farmers in Honduras get better access to markets. IBM Blockchain and Heifer to Improve Coffee Supply Chain Smallholder coffee and cocoa farmers and their cooperatives in Honduras are set to tap IBM’s blockchain solution – IBM Food Trust – and IBM Watson DecisionRead More дальше »

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USDC Issuer Circle Going Public via SPAC at a $4.5 Billion Valuation

Upon closing of the transaction, over $1. 1 billion in total will be provided to Circle with participation from Marshall Wace, Fidelity, Adage Capital Management, ARK Investment, and Third Point. The post USDC Issuer Circle Going Public via SPAC at a . дальше »

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New Zealand: Central Bank to Explore CBDC, Stablecoin Policies via Public Consultation

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is set to conduct public consultations with regard to CBDCs, stablecoins, and other emerging mediums of payment. NZ Catches the CBDC Fever According to an official statement issued on July 7, the Assistant Governor of The Reserve Bank of New Zealand, Christian Hawkesby detailed as to how New ZealandRead More дальше »

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Visa Reports $1B in Transactions via Crypto Credit and Debit Cards so Far in 2021

Visa-backed crypto debit and credit cards have facilitated over $1 billion worth of transactions within the first half of the year. Crypto cards have become a major part of the push towards achieving scalable retail adoption of virtual currencies. дальше »

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The Boston Celtics Announce Partnership With Blockchain Company Socios.com

The crypto industry keeps entering into mainstream venues via professional sports leagues, athletes, and teams this year. On Wednesday, the Boston Celtics revealed a partnership with the blockchain provider Socios. дальше »

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Crypto adopters spent $1B via Visa’s crypto-linked card in H1 2021

Crypto enthusiasts spent more than $1 billion (£0. 72 billion) through their Visa crypto-linked cards in the first half of this year. A report unveiled this news earlier today, saying the card’s usage had increased substantially. дальше »

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Shiden (SDN) Becomes Winner of the Third Kusama (KSM) Parachain Auction

Smart contract protocol Shiden has won the third round of the ongoing Kusama parachain auction, leaving two more slots out of the first phase of the five slot auction rounds. Shiden Wins Round 3 of the Kusama Parachain Slot Auctions The Shiden team announced the win via Twitter on Tuesday (June 6, 2021). According toRead More дальше »

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CryptoTask to grow and improve its decentralized marketplace via secure and upgradable Tezos blockchain

CryptoTask, the biggest decentralized freelance platform, is using Tezos (XTZ/USD) to pave the way to Decentralized Freelancing (DeFree), Invezz learned from a press release by the company. CryptoTask has more than 35,000 satisfied users with over 100 new ones signing up every day. дальше »

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Millennial DOGE Millionaire YouTuber Quits Day Job, Now Gets Paid in Dogecoin

The Dogecoin millionaire whose story is followed by CNBC has given up his day job and is getting more DOGE via his YouTube channel дальше »

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China Renaissance Selects Broadridge to Expand Post-trade Processing via Stock Connect

To facilitate the clearing and settlement of both Shenzhen- and Shanghai-listed equities, China Renaissance has expanded its post-trade processing relationship with Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc.... дальше »

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Ethereum’s London Hard Fork Confirmed to Launch on August 4

Ethereum lead developer Tim Beiko has confirmed via Twitter on July 6, 2021, that the much anticipated London hard fork will go live on August 4, 2021. The London hard fork comes with five important Ethereum Improvement Proposals, including EIP-1559, which aims to bring a positive change to the network’s fee structure. London Hardfork GoesRead More дальше »

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Sygnum Bank Launches ETH 2.0 Staking – Business Unit Head Says ‘Staking Is a Core Element for Portfolios’

The Switzerland-based bank Sygnum revealed on Tuesday that the firm now allows Ethereum 2. 0 staking. The FINMA-approved company’s customers can access the Ethereum-based staking services via Sygnum’s banking platform. дальше »

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Crypto Exchange Binance Suspends Euro Deposits via SEPA Bank Transfers

Troubles at cryptocurrency exchange Binance continue as the platform is now suspending euro deposits via SEPA bank transfers. Binance says the suspension is temporary and it is due to events beyond its control. дальше »

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Do Not Create A Bitcoin Ideology

The very power structures we hope to abandon via Bitcoin pose to corrupt those involved in the space as much as any other. дальше »

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Public-Traded Crypto Mining Company Argo Blockchain Considering Secondary Listing on Nasdaq

UK-based major cryptocurrency mining firm, Argo Blockchain, revealed that it is looking at a potential secondary listing on Nasdaq. Argo Explores Nasdaq Listing  The company made the announcement via Twitter on Tuesday (July 6, 2021), while giving its operational and strategic update for June 2021. дальше »

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Binance Suspends Euro Deposits Via Bank Transfers Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

Binance has temporarily disabled SEPA-powered euro deposits for unknown reasons дальше »

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Monobank looking to offer Bitcoin trading desk via debit card

The Ukraine-based e-bank platform aims to introduce a Bitcoin trading feature to its users… The post Monobank looking to offer Bitcoin trading desk via debit card appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »

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YouTuber accused of engineering multi-million-dollar pump-n-dump via Uniswap

The YouTuber denied accusations he has rug-pulled on his followers while asserting that Million token is a “social project” that “should not be considered an investment.” дальше »

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WiV Technology raises $1.5M in a token sale to revolutionize the wine industry

WiV Technology, a blockchain-based unique asset trading platform, is drawing increasing attention to non-fungible tokens (NFTs) in DeFi and the wine industry. On Monday, WiV said it raised $1. 5 million via the sale of its $WIVA tokens. дальше »

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Stellar To Introduce AMM Functionality, What This Means For Its Ecosystem

The Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) will enable an automated market maker (AMM) functionality via Protocol 18. The implementation will take place with a network upgrade, but a specific date is yet to be revealed. дальше »

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Algorand (ALGO) is all set to get institutional custodian support via Copper

Copper, a crypto custodian firm, has revealed that it will now be offering support to ALGO, the token of Algorand blockchain, and its other product, better known as Algorand Standard Assets (ASAs). дальше »

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VeChain Announces The World’s First National eNFT Adoption, Why It Could Be Huge for VET

The VeChain Foundation and DNV Assurance have partnered with the Republic of San Marino to issue Digital COVID-19 vaccination certificates. Approved via a law on June 16th, this solution will provide its citizens with a digital certificate “in line with the European Union standards”. дальше »

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Enjin sells $20M of new EFI token, says ‘NFTs are the future of digital ownership’

Enjin, the team responsible for the ERC-1155 non-fungible token (NFT) standard, said Thursday it sold $20 million of its new EFI token via a CoinList sale that was held on June 24. Just over 40,000 people took part in the sale, buying out the quantities available in less than three hours. дальше »

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