Earlier this week, a member of an online Bitcoin community revealed that a 550-year-old market in Istanbul contains merchants accepting Bitcoin. The photograph which the individual posted featured a big Bitcoin logo in a crowded part of the market that is widely acknowledged as a popular tourist destination. Positive Sign […]
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Blockchain Can Turn the Finance Industry Upside Down: Germany’s Finance Chief
Felix Hufeld, chief of the German Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), the government’s main financial agency, stated in a speech at a conference held in Berlin that blockchain technology has the potential to turn the traditional finance industry upside down. Optimistic Long-Term Vision Despite the recent correction of the cryptocurrency market […]
Bitcoin Price Watch: Currency Falls By $100
At press time, the father of cryptocurrencies is trading for about $6,500. This is roughly $100 less than where it stood yesterday, which in turn was $400 higher than where it had been trading the previous day. Bitcoin has been an up-and-down game for nearly the past week. Problems first […]
Western Union Isn’t Impressed with XRP Despite Completing Just 10 Transactions
Ripple is making a lot of inroads in the financial sector. Service providers and banks all over the world are showing a keen interest in its technology and native XRP asset. However, there are some concerns with XRP which few people had taken into account at first. Western Union CEO Hikmet […]
The Role of Bitcoin in Crime: Regulatory Efforts to Date
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have been associated with criminal activity for some time now. This has not gone by unnoticed by regulators around the world, and they have begun cracking down on this activity. It is a necessary step in order to bring more legitimacy to this growing industry. Regulators […]
Indian Government’s Cryptocurrency Panel Doesn’t Aim to Ban Bitcoin
India is a very peculiar country when it comes to cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. With a lot of conflicting reports regarding the future regulation of this industry, anything and everything could still change in the near future. It now seems the government may prepare to overturn the “ban” on cryptocurrency […]
Researchers Claim Tether and Bitfinex Manipulated the 2017 Bitcoin Price Surge
Rumors regarding Bitcoin and price manipulation have been present for quite some time. It seems things are accelerating in this regard, with multiple investigations taking place as of right now. A new study indicates that Tether may have been involved in market manipulation in more ways than one. The Tether […]
Japan Cracks Down on Malicious Cryptocurrency Mining Operations
There has been a global increase in the number of malicious cryptocurrency mining attempts. In Japan, the situation has become so dire that the government has decided to get involved. It has authorized police officials to charge people with mining cryptocurrency without consent. Ending Illicit Cryptocurrency Mining Over the past […]
Another Unknown Cryptocurrency Tries to Break Ground in the eSports Industry
It is only a matter of time until the eSports and cryptocurrency industries come together in a meaningful way. While there will be no immediate impact on Bitcoin per se, it seems other currencies are making a mark. China-based Fujian eGaming Tournament Group has tapped Asura Coin to enhance its […]
EOS Price: Uptrend Remains in Place as $11 is a Likely Target
After yesterday’s seemingly sudden market correction, it is evident the cryptocurrency markets will resume their slump soon enough. For the EOS price, everything is still looking pretty good mainly thanks to a medium-sized gain in the past 24 hours. With a value of just under $11, this market will be […]
Trade.io: Next Gen Financial Institution Providing Ultimate in Security And Transparency, Offers Airdrop for TIO Tokens
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies have been hailed by the blockchain enthusiasts and supporters as the technology that will replace the traditional banking and financial institutions. The decentralized technology offers ease of use, an economical, fast and secure solution for all of its users. Disclosure: This is a Sponsored Article […]
Ethereum Price: Most Gains Above $500 Have Been Wiped out Already
The past 24 hours have been relatively exciting for most cryptocurrency markets. Although the dust has yet to settle and the bearish pressure is far from over, there are some small gains to look into. The Ethereum price, for example, finally climbed above $500 again, even though most of its […]
Top 5 Platforms Where World Cup 2018 Meets Cryptocurrency
World Cup 2018 is here! For sports enthusiasts within the cryptocurrency space, there are a number of opportunities to combine both their passions. As blockchain technology enables individuals to connect with one another and events throughout the world in ways never before seen, there are a number of exciting opportunities […]
Coinbase Remains a Kingmaker for Cryptos
Coinbase recently announced that it would be adding support for Ethereum Classic (ETC), a hard fork of Ethereum. The announcement caught the crypto community by surprise, as the exchange had repeatedly made it clear that it would not be adding any digital assets in the near future. However, the reaction […]
UK Regulator Advises Banks to “Enhance Your Scrutiny” When Dealing with Crypto Firms
The Financial Conduct Authority, a financial industry regulator in the UK, has called for appropriate caution and enhanced scrutiny from banks as they handle firms engaged in crypto trading. In an open letter to CEOs, the FCA’s Executive Directors of Supervision, Megan Butler and Jonathan Davidson, listed a number of […]
Is an Autonomous and Self-Regulating Crypto Industry Really Possible?
Regulation of the cryptocurrency industry is a divisive issue, with some being in full support while others view it as going against Satoshi Nakamoto’s vision of a self-regulating industry. Those who support regulation see it as the only way cryptos can go mainstream and attract institutional investment. There is no […]
Ireland Aims to Become Blockchain Hub with New Initiative
The Irish government is seeking to promote the research and development of blockchain technology in the country, the Irish Times reported on June 11. The initiative is being led by IDA Ireland, a state agency charged with attracting foreign direct investment to the country. Dubbed Blockchain Ireland, the initiative will […]
Bitcoin Price Watch: Currency Shoots Up to $6,600
At press time, the father of cryptocurrencies has shot up by over $400, and is now trading for $6,650. After many analysts stated that the $5,000 range was imminent, it appears bitcoin has impressed (and surprised) us once again by halting its descent earlier than expected. Whether it shoots back […]