Cryptocurrency News
Investing in cryptocurrencies is still a very daunting task for most consumers. There is no really convenient way to do so without encountering friction. Cred aims to make a name for itself in this regard, as it is designed to let people create a cryptocurrency portfolio by tapping into 13 […]
Cryptocurrencies are of great appeal to a lot of consumers and corporations. In particular, firms in the financial sector want to enter this market sooner rather than later. Northern Trust, a famous financial services giant, is looking to expand its blockchain and cryptocurrency presence. Northern Trust Makes a Strategic Move […]
There is a lot of confusion as to what exactly McDonald’s is really doing with its MacCoin. A fair few people seem to think the company is entering the world of cryptocurrency, even though this is clearly more of a voucher system. Every MacCoin can be redeemed for a Big […]
New cryptocurrencies and tokens come to market on a regular basis. In a lot of cases, these new projects are not necessarily worth paying too much attention to. AXE, on the other hand, is a bit different. This new cryptocurrency was designed by Martti Malmi, one of the earliest Bitcoin […]
At the beginning of 2018, I wrote an article outlining a New Year’s resolution that I thought could help boost cryptocurrency adoption and awareness in 2018, as long as enough people were doing it. Last week was the twenty-fifth installment of my challenge. This week was fairly boring, but I […]
A hardware wallet is one of the most secure ways to store one’s cryptocurrency portfolio in this day and age. Various companies offer such products, with Ledger being the most popular. The firm recently introduced Ledger Live, and two new apps were made public late last week. Expanding Ledger Live’s […]
Cryptocurrency can make a big difference in any industry involving payments. The global nature of Bitcoin and altcoins makes them an appealing payment method. Gibraltar United, a European football club in the Gibraltar Premier Division, will pay its players in cryptocurrency fairly soon. They will not receive Bitcoin or any […]
Various countries around the world are looking to make an impact in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industries. Malta has already done so, and it seems both Bermuda and Gibraltar will try to do the same in the years to come. Welcoming Cryptocurrency With Open Arms Even though most countries are […]
It would appear that virtually every technology firm is looking to enter the cryptocurrency market in one way or another. Voyager, a firm backed by an Uber co-founder, is looking to launch no-fee trading of over a dozen different cryptocurrencies. It is another example of how cryptocurrency is maturing and […]
Both cryptocurrency and traditional financial tools are finally merging with crypto-backed fiat loans; crypto-traders have the tricky task of navigating the markets, spend parts of their gains and yet remain fully invested. Disclosure: This is a Sponsored Article Risky Business Whilst the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry continues to disrupt the […]
Samsung is breaking into the cryptocurrency payments business, and that’s a good thing if you’re one of those people who would eventually like to see the full acceptance of crypto as a payment method throughout the world. Samsung is using CopPay to make these transactions happen in a few limited […]
Wirex is one of the very few cryptocurrency firms still offering debit cards related to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. In its latest update, the firm announced support for Ripple’s XRP. It’s a somewhat controversial addition, given the SEC’s unclear stance on whether or not this digital asset is a security. […]
At the beginning of 2018, I wrote an article outlining a New Year’s resolution that I thought could help boost cryptocurrency adoption and awareness in 2018, as long as enough people were doing it. Last week was the twenty-fourth installment of my challenge. While we should be a bit further […]
Cryptocurrency exchanges are often considered to be the backbone of this budding ecosystem. These platforms provide convenience when it comes to accessing Bitcoin and altcoins. Every now and then, certain cryptocurrency exchanges exhibit very odd behavior, and WEX is among them. The WEX Exchange Is Behaving Oddly Cryptocurrency exchanges often […]
South Korean government officials are taking a very interesting stance on cryptocurrencies. Although they want to bring more legitimacy to this industry, it will need to happen through regulatory efforts first and foremost. The country’s Financial Services Commission has announced a dedicated department for blockchain policymaking which will be introduced in […]
A lot of innovative projects can be found within the cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem. Travala is one such project, as it is a very different take on booking accommodations for travel. Its marketplace connects customers and vendors directly. The Idea Behind Travala Launching a travel booking marketplace is not an […]
The first half of 2018 has been pretty interesting for all cryptocurrencies. Despite falling prices across the board, it is evident the current momentum does not favor some currencies. Looking at the bigger picture, not much has changed at the top, although a lot of currencies have switched positions outside […]
Cryptocurrency malware is a thriving business among online criminals. Hundreds of threats still exist, and this trend will not be slowing down anytime soon. Even so, it seems the era of cryptocurrency mining malware is nearing an end, primarily due to low cryptocurrency prices. The Future of Cryptocurrency Malware Over […]