Tether Implodes in 4% Drop = An Important Step Toward Crypto Market GrowthThe price of Tether (USDT), a crypto stablecoin backed by the US dollar pegged to $1, has fallen by around 4 percent in the past 24 hours to $0.96. As USDT fell, it became more expensive for traders to purchase major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum with USDT, pushing the premium of cryptocurrencies up on…
Raido Financial Announces New Updates and Prepares for the LaunchThis is a paid-for submitted press release. CCN does not endorse, nor is responsible for any material included below and isn’t responsible for any damages or losses connected with any products or services mentioned in the press release. CCN urges readers to conduct their own research with due diligence into the company, product or service mentioned…
AERON – A Blockchain Ecosystem That Is Set to Impact Airlines IndustryThis is a paid-for submitted press release. CCN does not endorse, nor is responsible for any material included below and isn’t responsible for any damages or losses connected with any products or services mentioned in the press release. CCN urges readers to conduct their own research with due diligence into the company, product or service mentioned…
Full Service Crypto Bank Victorieum Are Promising the Seemingly Impossible. Here’s How They Plan to Pull It OffThis is a paid-for submitted press release. CCN does not endorse, nor is responsible for any material included below and isn’t responsible for any damages or losses connected with any products or services mentioned in the press release. CCN urges readers to conduct their own research with due diligence into the company, product or service mentioned…
UK Banking Giant Barclays’ Cryptocurrency Project ‘Put on Ice’: ReportMajor investment bank Barclays has reportedly put its cryptocurrency trading project “on ice” amid a prolonged bear market that has dampened interest in the asset class among many investors. According to a Financial News report, the London-based financial institution shelved the project in September, leading to the departure of Chris Tyrer, the bank’s former head…- UK Banking Giant Barclays’ Cryptocurrency Project ‘Put on Ice’: ReportMajor investment bank Barclays has reportedly put its cryptocurrency trading project “on ice” amid a prolonged bear market that has dampened interest in the asset class among many investors. According to a Financial News report, the London-based financial institution shelved the project in September, leading to the departure of Chris Tyrer, the bank’s former head…
Crypto Porfolio Managment App Blockfolio Raises $11.5 MillionCrypto portfolio tracker Blockfolio has raised $11.5 million in a round of fundraising led by prolific cryptocurrency focused hedge funds Pantera Capital. Pantera Capital has maintained a positive outlook for cryptocurrency for a while. The investment firm, led by its CEO and chief investment officer Dan Morehead recently invested in market prediction platform Augur, an…
Synergy of blockchain solutions by Optherium LabsOptherium is a robust blockchain-as-a-service provider that any business can benefit from. By introducing a pioneering MultiDecentralized Private Blockchains NetworkTM, this platform offers a full-featured Operating System, turning this Global Finance Blockchain Infrastructure into the standard that will bridge the gap between the traditional and digital economies. As non-cash payments have become the norm, cryptocurrency…- Synergy of blockchain solutions by Optherium LabsOptherium is a robust blockchain-as-a-service provider that any business can benefit from. By introducing a pioneering MultiDecentralized Private Blockchains NetworkTM, this platform offers a full-featured Operating System, turning this Global Finance Blockchain Infrastructure into the standard that will bridge the gap between the traditional and digital economies. As non-cash payments have become the norm, cryptocurrency…
WTO: Ripple Could Revolutionize International Business – Bitcoin, IOTA, And ETH Also InvolvedCryptocurrencies and the blockchain technology have disrupted the conservative global financial system and put banks on notice, but some banks have opted to go with the flow rather than get overtaken by the rapidly expanding influence of blockchain-based systems. Ripple is one the companies that has capitalized in helping these institutions cope with the transition.…
Banco Santander to Expand Ripple (XRP)-Powered Payment Platform to More European CountriesBanco Santander recently announced the expansion of its Ripple (XRP)-powered OnePay FX Platform to other European countries. The bank also plans to use Ripple ledger for all its payment settlements going forward. All Payment Settlements with XRP Speaking at the recent Ripple ‘Swell’ event, Ed Metzger, the Head of Innovation at the bank said: We…- Banco Santander to Expand Ripple (XRP)-Powered Payment Platform to More European CountriesBanco Santander recently announced the expansion of its Ripple (XRP)-powered OnePay FX Platform to other European countries. The bank also plans to use Ripple ledger for all its payment settlements going forward. All Payment Settlements with XRP Speaking at the recent Ripple ‘Swell’ event, Ed Metzger, the Head of Innovation at the bank said: We…
Ethereum Based POA Network Launches Open-Source Block Explorer for ETH, ETC and POAThe team at the POA Network have unveiled the first full featured open-source block explorer tool for the Ethereum ecosystem. This new block explorer is called BlockScout. It is an easy-to-use and secure tool that allows users to search and explore transactions, addresses, and balances on the three blockchains of Ethereum (ETH), Ethereum Classic (ETC)…- Ethereum Based POA Network Launches Open-Source Block Explorer for ETH, ETC and POAThe team at the POA Network have unveiled the first full featured open-source block explorer tool for the Ethereum ecosystem. This new block explorer is called BlockScout. It is an easy-to-use and secure tool that allows users to search and explore transactions, addresses, and balances on the three blockchains of Ethereum (ETH), Ethereum Classic (ETC)…
Text-Enabled BCH Payments Now Available in 35 Countries With Cointext NewCointext has announced that its bitcoin cash wallet service has just launched in the Ukraine and Italy. Cointext is now connected to 35 countries worldwide and the wallet works on any smartphone as well as basic feature phones. Also read: Simple Ledger Developers Publish Monthly Puzzle With Bitcoin Cash Treasure Cointext Connects to the Ukraine and…
New Report Updates Cryptocurrency Exchange Ratings NewA quarterly ratings report has upgraded the score previously given to seven cryptocurrency exchanges, while downgrading four. It has also added seven new exchanges, rating them on such metrics as trading volume, security, and compliance. In related news, Crypto Exchange Ranks (CER) has begun tracking the hot and cold wallets of exchanges as part of…
The Daily: Trustology Raises $8 million, SEC Fines Crypto Fund Coinalpha NewU.K.-based startup Trustology, which develops storage solutions for digital assets, has raised $8 million in funding and we’ve got the news in this edition of The Daily. We also look at the SEC’s decision to fine another crypto company for breaching U.S. securities laws and HTC’s decision to have Brave as the default web browser…
Bithumb Launches Voting Platform to Screen New Cryptocurrencies NewMajor South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb has beta launched a public voting system for screening new coins to be listed on its exchange. The platform, Pickthumb, aims to boost transparency and fairness in Bithumb’s listing process. Five coins are currently being evaluated with the current voting round ending in nine days. Also read: Indian Supreme Court…
Eight Reasons to Use Cryptocurrency Payments in 2019 NewThis article on cryptocurrency payments was written by Thomas Highwater, who is an avid fan of all things crypto-related. Mr. Highwater teaches high-school level robotics and programming. *** While there is a growing number of fiat based-payment processors with a variety of practical tools and methods of payment, adding cryptocurrency payments into the mix provides…
Korean Court Case Alleges ICO Ban Is Unconstitutional NewA constitutional complaint has reportedly been filed in South Korea alleging that the government’s ban on initial coin offerings is unconstitutional. It has been more than a year since token sales were banned in the country but the government has yet to introduce any regulations for them, causing problems for startups. Also read: Indian Supreme Court…
Australian Company Issues Loans Backed by Cryptocurrencies NewA Melbourne-based company is now offering crypto-backed loans. Helio operates under an Australian Credit License (ACL) issued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). In the current bear market, cryptocurrency holders can borrow fiat money and keep their digital coins for better times. Also read: Chat Bot Advises Crypto Startups and Investors Helio…
Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Bounces But Bears Still in Control NewBitcoin price just pulled off a nice 10% bounce with the next level of resistance at $3,700. Let’s take a look at what can happen next? Bitcoin Price: Market Overview Bitcoin price dropped to a new yearly low at $3,210 and the overall market cap now rests at $110.6 Billion. Clearly, bears are still running the…
Six EU Nations Sign Agreement to Regulate Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)The Government of Malta this week announced the signing of a joint declaration of cooperation on Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT). They joined a group of six other Southern European countries; France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Greece, and Cyprus. Transformative Technology The countries released a joint-statement noting a shared view that the digital sphere is an ideal…
‘Buffett Bet 2.0’ – Investment Fund Puts $1M on Bitcoin to Outperform S&P 500Asset manager, Morgan Creek Digital, is offering an interesting wager if anyone is willing to take it. It’s willing to bet $1 million, that its Bitcoin-focused Digital Asset Index Fund outperforms the S&P500 over the next ten years. Buffett Bet 2.0 The fund tracks ten major cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin, although the…
Bitmain, Roger Ver, Kraken Sued as Bitcoin Cash Nightmare ContinuesRoger Ver, Bitcoin.com, Bitmain, and Kraken are all sued by UnitedCorp over an alleged complot to hijack the Bitcoin Cash network for their own personal gain. United Corp. Sues Bitcoin.com, Bitmain, Kraken If the Bitcoin Cash fork fall-out that made November one of crypto’s most volatile months on record wasn’t bad enough, the nightmare continues. Although,…
SEC Final Decision on VanEck Bitcoin ETF Now Set For FebruaryExpectedly, the US Securities and Exchange Commission has once again delayed its decision on the commodity-backed VanEck/SolidX bitcoin ETF proposal. The Commission is left with no room for further delays and the absolute final decision will come on February 27, 2019. Bitcoin ETF: The Last Delay In July Bitcoinist reported that the SEC’s decision on the commodity-backed…
Crypto Accounting Firm Predicts Massive Loss Claims in IRS Tax Filings for 2019With more people rushing into the cryptocurrency market since late 2017 and the subsequent year-long bear market in 2018, one accounting envisages a barrage of loss claims in cryptocurrency and Bitcoin tax filings next year. Record Loss Claims in Cryptocurrency Tax Filings In a press release by NODE40 – a cryptocurrency accounting firm, the company…
Why 2019 Could Be Bitcoin’s Biggest Year to DateWill bitcoin once again be the dominant cryptocurrency in 2019? According to some analysts, the answer is a solid “yes.” Bitcoin is the oldest cryptocurrency around, and likely stands as the world’s favorite. The asset peaked at nearly $20,000 in […] The post Why 2019 Could Be Bitcoin’s Biggest Year to Date appeared first on…
Report: South Korea Will Significantly Push Cryptocurrency AdoptionSouth Korea prides itself on technology. The country is incredibly involved in emerging technology, electronic products, and even esports. So, it should come as no surprise that a recent report from Cindicator indicated that South Korea will be a significant […] The post Report: South Korea Will Significantly Push Cryptocurrency Adoption appeared first on Blockonomi.
Coinbase Adds Four New Ethereum Tokens & Clarifies “BUIDL” TrademarkThe United States’ most popular cryptocurrency exchange, Coinbase, is adding even more coins to its previously limited platform. As reported via an official announcement, Coinbase is adding Civic (CVC), district0x (DNT), Loom Network (LOOM) and Decentraland (MANA) to its Coinbase […] The post Coinbase Adds Four New Ethereum Tokens & Clarifies “BUIDL” Trademark appeared first…
Crypto Market Update: Breakout from the Downside it is (Bitcoin Price Analysis)From yesterday’s high at $123,396,000,000 the evaluation of the cryptocurrency market cap has decreased by 16 billion dollars as its currently sitting at around $107,55B. Market Cap: $107,653,615,952 24h Vol: $18,013,572,324 BTC Dominance: 55.3% Looking at the global chart you […] The post Crypto Market Update: Breakout from the Downside it is (Bitcoin Price Analysis)…
Distributed Public Key Infrastructure & REMChain Proof-of-Service ConsensusPublic Key Infrastructure (PKI) is a system of issuance, storage, and verification for digital certificates and public key management. PKI is a foundation of secure communication over the Internet and is prevalent among both human-to-human interactions and machine-to-machine communication. PKI […] The post Distributed Public Key Infrastructure & REMChain Proof-of-Service Consensus appeared first on Blockonomi.
Price Watch: Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Ripple (XRP) and EOS Price Analysis 7th DecemberBitcoin price fell significantly and broke the $3,700 support zone. BTC/USD is trading in a bearish zone and an upside correction is likely to face sellers near $3,700 or $3,880. Similarly, all major altcoins like Ethereum (ETH), ripple (XRP), bitcoin […] The post Price Watch: Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Ripple (XRP) and EOS Price Analysis…
How Blockchain Can Transform Digital Media NewIn an era of digital triumphs, trials, and security breaches, 2018 has simultaneously become both the best and worst time to be a content creator in the digital media space. While it’s now easier than ever for writers and artists to share their work with the world, whether it’s through publishing an e-book on Amazon…
BAT Getting User Boost: Brave Selected as Default Browser for HTC’s New Phone NewBrave browser was announced as the default browser for HTC’s new Exodus “blockchain-powered” phone, opening Basic Attention Token (BAT) to a new cohort of potential users. BAT is a cryptocurrency that commoditizes attention, allowing users to receive compensation for sharing their data and attention-span with advertisers. Currently, the cryptocurrency is only compatible with the Brave…
New York vs. Ohio, the Tale of Two Regulatory Frameworks NewThere is a distinct division around blockchain-related regulation in the United States, especially when it comes to state-level regulation. The spectrum ranges from conservative New York to progressive Ohio. In the U.S. today, two main positions from a regulatory standpoint exist. New York has taken a stricter, more controversial stance towards blockchain projects while states…
Decentralization Is Not the AnswerThese are turbulent days for crypto. The price of Bitcoin on Coinbase dipped to $3300 in early December, its lowest point since August 2017. The amount of capital raised through ICOs has declined in the second half of 2018, and the flow of U.S. money into new ICOs dried up well before that. The specter…
Mastercard Files Patent for Anonymous Electronic Transactions Via BlockchainOn Dec. 6th, Mastercard filed the patent Method and System for Anonymization of Electronic Transactions Via Blockchain. The move comes as several multinational corporations attempt to stake intellectual property claims around emerging blockchain technology. Yesterday, Mastercard filed a patent that would allow the company to send anonymous transactions using blockchain technology. In summary, the abstract…
Coinbase Considers 30+ Cryptos: Coinbase Pro Lists Civic, distrixt0x, Loom Network, DecentralandToday, Coinbase announced it is considering 30 plus different cryptocurrencies to list on its platform, following the listing of Civic (CVC), district0x (DNT), Loom Network (LOOM), and Decentraland (MANA) on Coinbase Pro. In a recent blog post, Coinbase announced it is exploring whether to add thirty-plus different cryptocurrencies to its offerings. In a statement from the company:…
Ongoing Minting and Dumping: RusGas (RGS) Allegedly Scamming Token HoldersOn Nov. 28th, 2018, MonitorChain detected a potential scam: RusGas (RGS) is minting billions of tokens, diluting the value of investor’s tokens and driving the price down to nearly nothing. RusGas is a project using blockchain to “transform the gas industry.” According to ICO Bench, the company raised $2.2 million during its ICO. On Nov.…
Coinbase CEO: Crypto in VR is the Next Big Application of Blockchain NewEither it will be the best thing the crypto world will ever experience or a farce in the name of the best thing the world will ever experience. That’s pretty much the discussion around virtual reality (VR), a technology which allows humans beings to experience an immersive illusion of being somewhere else. Many Hollywood blockbusters,...…
Crypto Week In Review: SEC Delays Bitcoin ETF Ruling, Coinbase Lists Four Altcoins NewIn a bear market-induced sense of panic, the crypto market at large has stopped responding to industry developments altogether, with the news of the past week coming in one ear, and out the other. Regardless, startups still seem hell-bent on bolstering this industry’s infrastructure. And, frankly, this unrelenting drive for innovation doesn’t come unwarranted. As once...…
Bitcoin Price Weekly Analysis: BTC Sellers In Control Below $3,600 NewKey Points Bitcoin price extended losses below the $4,000 and $3,600 supports against the US Dollar. There is a significant bearish trend line formed with resistance at $3,630 on the 4-hours chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair is currently consolidating losses above $3,200, with resistances near $3,500 and $3,600. Bitcoin...…
Ethereum Price Weekly Analysis: ETH Remains Sell Near $100 NewKey Highlights ETH price declined heavily after it failed to break the $125 resistance against the US Dollar. There is a crucial bearish trend line formed with resistance at $101 on the 4-hours chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair may correct higher, but is likely to face sellers near the $99, $100...…
Bitcoin Cash Price Weekly Analysis: BCH/USD Could Struggle Near $120 NewKey Points Bitcoin cash price declined heavily and even broke the $100 support against the US Dollar. There is a crucial bearish trend line formed with resistance at $120 on the 4-hours chart of the BCH/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair is currently correcting higher, but it is likely to struggle near the...…
Institutional Investors Still Interested? Bitwise Releases Bitcoin and Ethereum Funds NewThe creator of the world’s first cryptocurrency index fund has launched two liquid beta funds holding bitcoin and ether exclusively to address market demand. The Bitwise Bitcoin Fund and the Bitwise Ethereum Fund are available in two share classes, Institutional Shares and Investor Shares. Bitwise Funds Open to Minimum Investment of $25,000 for Retail Investors...…
Coinbase Exploring Support for 31 More Crypto Assets, Ripple IncludedCoinbase has announced that is exploring an additional 29 cryptocurrencies including Ripple, in addition to the previously announced Cardano and Stellar, bringing the total coins the firm is exploring to 31 in total. Coinbase Explores 29 More Altcoins In Addition to Cardano and Stellar Back in September, Coinbase announced its ambitious goal to “rapidly list”...…
Chinese Central Bank Governor Defines STOs as ‘Illegal Financial Activity in China’STOs have been underlined as “illegal financial activity in China” by the governor of the Chinese central bank- Coinbase CEO: Crypto in VR is the Next Big Application of BlockchainEither it will be the best thing the crypto world will ever experience or a farce in the name of the best thing the world will ever experience. That’s pretty much the discussion around virtual reality (VR), a technology which allows humans beings to experience an immersive illusion of being somewhere else. Many Hollywood blockbusters,...…
Is It Time To Consider Buying Skycoin…?After an unprecedented boom in 2017, the price of bitcoin fell by about 65 percent during the month from 6 January to 6 February 2018 and has continued its gradual decline perpetually all through this year. Since the beginning of November, the crypto market has been typically experiencing exacerbated bloodbath. The crypto space is undergoing…- Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Bounces But Bears Still in ControlBitcoin price just pulled off a nice 10% bounce with the next level of resistance at $3,700. Let’s take a look at what can happen next? Bitcoin Price: Market Overview Bitcoin price dropped to a new yearly low at $3,210 and the overall market cap now rests at $110.6 Billion. Clearly, bears are still running the…
- Text-Enabled BCH Payments Now Available in 35 Countries With CointextCointext has announced that its bitcoin cash wallet service has just launched in the Ukraine and Italy. Cointext is now connected to 35 countries worldwide and the wallet works on any smartphone as well as basic feature phones. Also read: Simple Ledger Developers Publish Monthly Puzzle With Bitcoin Cash Treasure Cointext Connects to the Ukraine and…
IBM Partners with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company for Blockchain Supply Chain SystemA blockchain system for oil and gas production has been successfully tested by a United Arab Emirates national company- Crypto Week In Review: SEC Delays Bitcoin ETF Ruling, Coinbase Lists Four AltcoinsIn a bear market-induced sense of panic, the crypto market at large has stopped responding to industry developments altogether, with the news of the past week coming in one ear, and out the other. Regardless, startups still seem hell-bent on bolstering this industry’s infrastructure. And, frankly, this unrelenting drive for innovation doesn’t come unwarranted. As once...…
Will AI Devices Become our Benevolent Overlords?Can we manage AI devices for the benefit of humanity? For the answer to be yes, we need systems that ensure autonomous smart devices will only act to enhance human quality of life. Threats to Humanity Posed by Autonomous AI Machines The fields of artificial intelligence and robotics have grown explosively over the past few…
Amazon Web Services re:Invent 2018 – A Game ChangerLast week, Amazon made the most significant announcements at its flagship event re: Invent 2018 and making itself an unstoppable juggernaut.With the announcements highlighted here, Amazon is taking a multi-front battle with the biggest names in the IT equipment industry. Given its technical and financial resources, aggressiveness and cloud market dominance, AWS represents an acute…
South Korean Startup Presto to File Constitutional Appeal Against Local ICO Ban NewA constitutional appeal will be filed in South Korea over its ICO ban by a local blockchain startup
Top 5 Crypto Performers Overview: BSV, XEM, TRX, BNB, BTC NewAs Bitcoin SV and Bitcoin Cash trade with relatively close market capitalizations, let’s see what the charts forecast
Over-the-Counter Trading as the Latest Battleground to Secure Institutional Investment NewCrypto companies are vying for institutional customers and OTC trading services are becoming an increasingly attractive incentive as exchanges struggle to keep up
Major UK Charity Fund Executive Believes Crypto Market Crash Is ‘Just a Bump in the Road’During a recent cryptocurrency summit, a charity fund executive noted that the recent crypto market crash is just a “bump in the road”
Huobi Opens First Russian Office in Partnership with State Bank’s Digital Tech CenterHuobi has officially launched its first branch in Russia in partnership with the disruptive technologies center of local state-owned VEB bank
CV Market Watch™: Weekly Trading Overview (1-7 December)Another week proved that deep sell-offs continue, taking Bitcoin lower and nearer the $3,000 level.
Huobi Sets Sights on Institutional InvestorsEquipped with a Gibraltar license, Huobi now wants to build a global cryptocurrency infrastructure for both institutional and retail customers.
Bitcoin SV (BSV) Swaps Positions with Bitcoin Cash (BCH)The price of BCH sank below $100 after news of a lawsuit accusing several prominent members of the ecosystem of creating a deliberate fraud scheme through the Bitcoin Cash network.
RusGas (RGS) Minting, Dumping Arouse Suspicions of Insider Exit ScamA smart contract function has allowed for the unlimited creation of RSG tokens, which are then dumped onto an obscure Russian exchange.
Ethereum (ETH) Down to Double Digits After CoinbasePro Flash CrashAfter the latest rapid sell-off, ETH prices could not hold above $100, as the platform sees more criticism.
Gazprombank Weighs Crypto Trading Service at Swiss DivisionThe Russian state-owned bank will offer the service only to clients of its Swiss subsidiary, with the operation expected to start in the middle of 2019.
VanEck, SolidX Hit with New Delay over Bitcoin ETF ApplicationThe SEC has once again put off ruling on the application for a Bitcoin ETF submitted by the two companies in June.
2019 Will Be a Big Year for Stablecoins New2019 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for innovation in the stablecoin sphere, writes the CEO of crypto trading firm XBTO.
8 Teams Are Sprinting to Build the Next Generation of Ethereum NewCoinDesk looks at the eight teams across the globe spearheading the push to create ethereum 2.0 – the next iteration of the blockchain network.
Why You Shouldn’t Fear the Blockchain RegulatorsCalls for regulation do not represent the end of cryptocurrency innovation; they signal blockchain’s ongoing maturation, a legal expert argues.
The Era of Central Bank Digital Currencies Is Within ReachA phased roll-out of a central bank digital currency is not only possible, but may be what certain regions need, says R3's research lead.
SEC Fines Crypto Fund $50K and Issues Cease-and-DesistThe SEC has issued a cease-and-desist order against CoinAlpha after it offered unregistered securities.
Block 7,080,000: Ethereum Devs Propose Activation Point for Next Hard ForkEthereum is moving closer to the activation of the long-in-the-waiting network upgrade known as Constantinople.
Crypto Exchange Gemini to List Bitcoin Cash With NYDFS ApprovalThe Winklevoss-owned Gemini crypto exchange is adding support for bitcoin cash trading pairs with approval from New York's finance watchdog.