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Although Online Shoppers Still Reluctant to Pay with Bitcoin, Consumer Behavior is Potentially Changing
Recent data shows that Bitcoin adoption has increased by over 700 percent over the past 6 years worldwide, according to Bitcoin directory service provider Coinma. In contrast, an older survey shows that online shoppers are still reluctant to pay using cryptocurrency, but trends indicate that this could be changing. дальше »
2019-2-28 10:45 | |
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Nasdaq’s Listing of XRP Ripple Liquid Index in Final Stages, Bitcoin and Ethereum Indices Live
Nasdaq, the world’s second-largest stock exchange with a market capitalization of over $10 trillion, is in the final stages of launching its XRP “Ripple Liquid Index” (RLX) and has successfully launched Bitcoin and Ethereum Liquidity Indices (BLX and ELX) as of Feb. дальше »
2019-2-27 12:57 | |
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Bitfinex Recovers $120,000 in Stolen Bitcoin Thanks to US Law Enforcement
US authorities recovered 28 bitcoins, worth over $120,000, which were stolen from cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex in 2016. Although there are still 120,000 bitcoin still left to return, the action has been touted as a rare example of law enforcement successfully recovering stolen cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-2-26 04:40 | |
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Bitcoin Transactions Are Steadily Growing, at January 2018 Levels
Bitcoin transaction volume has climbed to levels not seen since January 2018, potentially indicating growing adoption of the Bitcoin network. One of the more popular metrics used to gauge the ‘real use’ of a blockchain or dApp is the number of transactions taking place on the platform. дальше »
2019-2-25 04:19 | |
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Coinbase Adds Support for Bitcoin Cash on Wallet App
Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange and wallet provider in the US, added support for Bitcoin Cash on the Coinbase Wallet app—allowing users to store and retain custody over their own private keys. дальше »
2019-2-21 03:03 | |
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Binance Launches DEX Testnet for Peer-to-Peer Crypto Trading
Binance has officially released its DEX testnet, a decentralized order-matching engine which will purportedly allow users to create wallets and trade cryptocurrency without trusting a centralized service. дальше »
2019-2-21 00:57 | |
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Bitmain Launches New Energy-Efficient 7nm ASIC Chip for Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash
Bitmain, the largest mining hardware manufacturer in the world, has launched a new 7nm ASIC mining chip which achieves new levels of performance, chip size, and energy efficiency for mining Bitcoin (BTC) and Bitcoin Cash (BCH). дальше »
2019-2-20 03:41 | |
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NEO Establishes US Foothold in Seattle, Mission to Become “Number One Blockchain by 2020”
NEO announced it has established a foothold in the US market with a new office in Seattle, Washington. In an interview, Da Hongfei explains what separates NEO from Ethereum and Bitcoin—and he asserts why he believes NEO could become the number one blockchain by 2020. дальше »
2019-2-19 16:44 | |
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Nasdaq Will Provide Real-Time Bitcoin and Ethereum Index Information
Nasdaq, the second-largest stock market in the world, will bolster its crypto offering with new Bitcoin and Ethereum tracking indices on Feb. 25th. The Indices will offer real-time price updates, in thirty-second intervals, on the two cryptocurrencies for clients using Nasdaq’s Global Index Data Service. дальше »
2019-2-15 11:36 | |
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Bitcoin ATMs Grew by 720 Percent Since 2016, 3600 Machines Added Worldwide
The number of Bitcoin ATMs have grown by 720 percent since 2016, adding a total of 3600 machines worldwide. This year after year growth indicates growing interest from consumers. Bitcoin ATMs are kiosks which allow someone to purchase Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies using cash, debit, or credit card. дальше »
2019-2-14 07:20 | |
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Plouton Mining Plans for America’s Largest Solar Bitcoin Mining Farm and Tech Oasis in the Mojave Desert
Crypto mining has seen its share of challenges in the last few months as the prices have slid. This has led to cost cutting, the biggest challenge being electricity. Unsurprisingly an American startup is looking to now provide low-cost renewable energy to these mining farms. дальше »
2019-2-8 03:51 | |
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Mojave Desert is Fertile Ground for America’s Largest Planned Solar Bitcoin Mining Farm
Plouton Mining is building one of the largest solar Bitcoin mining facility in the United States in California’s Mojave desert. The co-founder, Sammy Del Real, is a brain cancer survivor, musician, and high performing real-estate agent. дальше »
2019-2-6 12:25 | |
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CBOE Resubmits Van Eck SolidX Bitcoin ETF After Week-Long Withdrawal
CBOE, on Jan. 31, has resubmitted their Van Eck SolidX Bitcoin ETF application, with a proposed rule change, to the SEC after withdrawing it on Jan. 22. SEC deputy secretary Eduardo Aleman confirmed over a week ago that the CBOE BZX Exchange had pulled its proposed rule change, which would have allowed it to list […] The post CBOE Resubmits Van Eck SolidX Bitcoin ETF After Week-Long Withdrawal appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2019-2-1 14:02 | |
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$2.1 Trillion Fund Management Firm Fidelity Launching Bitcoin Custody in Q1 of 2019
Fidelity Investments, the world’s fifth largest asset managers with $2. 5 trillion under management, is launching a Bitcoin custodial product aimed at institutional investors to expand its “Digital Asset” service. дальше »
2019-1-31 05:04 | |
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Van Eck: Crypto Investors Return to Gold as SolidX BTC ETF Withdrawn
Jan Van Eck, CEO of Van Eck Associates, told CNBC’s ETF Edge that he believes many investors who sold gold for bitcoin during its climb to $20,000 are now returning to precious metals. His reasoning: the CBOE’s withdrawal of the Van Eck SolidX Bitcoin ETF on Jan. дальше »
2019-1-30 00:28 | |
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Understanding the IRS and Cryptocurrency: Penalties, Tax Evasion, and Compliance
Delinquent federal and state tax filings or unreported 2017 or prior tax years’ transactions may force taxpayers dealing in crypto to liquidate significant positions in cryptocurrencies at lower values to pay outstanding tax liabilities to the IRS, including interest and penalties. дальше »
2019-1-25 14:30 | |
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Redditors Attempt to Fool Bitcoin Sentiment Bots
Redditors, in a humorous attempt to push up bitcoin prices, are trying to fool trading bots that scrape the forum for sentiment. And the results are hilarious. Reddit’s Crypto Conundrum The ritual started from a Redditor who proclaimed on Jan. дальше »
2019-1-25 22:02 | |
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Asia Ripe for Stablecoin Adoption in 2019
Following the aftermath of 2018’s price drop—which saw the value of Bitcoin below 80 percent of the value from its all-time high—stablecoins are looking to become a more attractive crypto solution this year, particularly in the Asia-Pacific Region. дальше »
2019-1-24 00:50 | |
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South African Reserve Bank: Crypto Asset Friendly, but Bitcoin Is Not Money
South Africa’s reserve bank released a consultation paper that includes favorable recommendations and guidelines for the crypto asset industry in the country. However, the agency is not looking to treat Bitcoin and other digital currencies as ‘currency. дальше »
2019-1-23 01:28 | |
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Venezuela Could Set New Precedent for Bitcoin as a Medium of Exchange
Hyperinflation in Venezuela is estimated to have reached a boggling 1. 3 million percent in 2018. To reconcile runaway prices, the wealthy and the technologically savvy have turned to the stock market and cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-1-19 00:01 | |
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Coinstar Kiosks Across the United States Will Now Sell Bitcoin, at a Hefty Fee
The same bulky coin-counting machines that turn spare change into bills can now turn bills into bitcoin, at a price. Coinme, a Seattle-based Bitcoin ATM company, has partnered with Coinstar to enable Bitcoin purchases at grocery stores in California, Texas, and Washington. дальше »
2019-1-18 02:36 | |
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Bakkt Acquires Established Futures Brokerage to Strengthen Bitcoin Offering
Coming Bitcoin futures exchange Bakkt announced Monday the acquisition of an independent futures commission merchant for an undisclosed amount. The move aims to augment Bakkt’s services for institutional investments in cryptocurrency assets. дальше »
2019-1-16 14:20 | |
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Gemini’s Winklevoss Twins Believe Bitcoin’s Future Lies in Regulation
Bitcoin evangelists and Gemini founders Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss believe cryptocurrency has a “bright future,” given banking-style regulations are applied to the burgeoning sector. In an interview with Fortune on Jan. дальше »
2019-1-16 01:11 | |
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New Pirate Bay Malware Replaces Bitcoin and Ethereum Addresses, Alters Google Search Results
A new virus making the rounds is embedding nefarious code in a victim’s computer to extract cryptocurrencies, deceptively altering search results to scam users into parting with their digital assets. дальше »
2019-1-15 15:20 | |
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Is Russia’s Alleged $10 Billion Bitcoin Investment Fake News?
Recent news that “Russia will buy $10 billion in Bitcoin and ditch the U. S. dollar” is backed by the flimsiest of evidence. Publications such as The Telegraph, Bitcoinist, and Decrypt Media may have been duped. дальше »
2019-1-15 03:40 | |
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Runescape Die-Hard Gets 20 Bitcoin Donation on Twitch
One old school Runescaper received a donation of 20 Bitcoin from an anonymous benefactor—the coins are worth over $74,000. Sick_Nerd is a professional gamer who focuses on streaming Old School Runescape, the 2007 version of a once-popular massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). дальше »
2019-1-15 22:56 | |
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Florida Congressman Says Cryptocurrencies Should Not Be Regulated by the SEC
Digital assets, such as Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, should not be regulated by the SEC and should be left to the jurisdiction of the Commodity and Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), according to Florida Congressman Darren Soto. дальше »
2019-1-13 21:08 | |
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Bitmain Looking to Replace Its Two CEOs: IPO Jeopardized?
Bitmain, the Bitcoin mining giant, is reportedly looking to replace its two founders and co-CEOs with an in-house tech chief, sources told the South China Morning Post. Bitmain’s Founders Could Be Stepping Aside Ahead of the Company’s IPO The world’s largest manufacturer of cryptocurrency mining hardware is reportedly looking to replace its top management in […] The post Bitmain Looking to Replace Its Two CEOs: IPO Jeopardized? appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2019-1-12 01:54 | |
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Researchers Find Vulnerability for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple Digital Signatures in Faulty Implementations
Researchers recently identified vulnerabilities in cryptographic signatures for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple, that allowed attackers to calculate private keys and, consequently, steal any crypto in that wallet. дальше »
2019-1-12 22:11 | |
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Finance Guru Ronnie Moas Digs for $10 Billion in Cryptocurrency Gold
Ronnie Moas is known as a finance guru with a 15-year track record of picking stocks. Later in his career, he ventured into cryptocurrency, claiming himself to be “synonymous with Bitcoin. ” That success, however, has taken a turn towards conflict. дальше »
2019-1-10 08:41 | |
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Crypto VC Believes the Masses Have “Forgotten” About Bitcoin a Year After All-Time Highs
Cryptocurrency venture capitalist Chris Burniske believes the masses have “entirely forgotten” about digital assets, with his comments coming on the back of a prolonged bear market. Now, seasoned traders, institutional investors, and technological experts are leaving the crypto arena. дальше »
2019-1-8 10:47 | |
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Exchange Offering Physical Bitcoin Futures to Rival BitMex
U. K. -based exchange CoinFLEX plans on offering physically delivered bitcoin futures that can be leveraged up to 20 times, a move that will make them a major competitor to giants such as the New York Stock Exchange and Eris Exchange. дальше »
2019-1-8 01:36 | |
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Nano X: Security Concerns Over Ledger’s New Bluetooth Enabled Wallet
Leading cryptocurrency wallet company Ledger announced its latest device, the Nano X. The wallet features a Bluetooth functionality and a mobile app for remote management. In response, the crypto community is ablaze with security concerns. дальше »
2019-1-7 12:25 | |
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Data Indicates Bitcoin Price is Uncorrelated with Stock Market
A frequently asked question about bitcoin is whether the stock market influences its price, or whether the cryptocurrency acts as a ‘safehaven’ during stock market downturns. The latest analysis by CryptoSlate sheds some light on these questions. дальше »
2019-1-7 05:45 | |
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Overstock is Paying Ohio Taxes in Bitcoin
Major U. S. furniture retailer Overstock announced that it will pay taxes in bitcoin for the Ohio-based portion of its business under the state’s novel taxpayer platform, Ohiocrypto. com. Leading Crypto Adoption The 34th largest U. дальше »
2019-1-6 14:06 | |
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Ethereum, TRON, Iota Lead in Peformance Adjusted for Risk by Sharpe Ratio, Bitcoin Underperforms
Ethereum, TRON, and Iota have outperformed most other major cryptocurrencies by the 30-day Sharpe ratio, a measure developed by Nobel laureate William F. Sharpe to evaluate the return of an investment relative to its risk. дальше »
2019-1-6 04:07 | |
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Cardano Dominates Blockchain Development by Git Commits
Cardano was the most actively developed coin in 2018 by GitHub commits. Compared to Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market cap, which sat at 52nd place. More Development on Cardano than on Bitcoin With the end of 2018, a slew of interesting statistics regarding the crypto industry have started to emerge. дальше »
2019-1-5 02:06 | |
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Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash Getting Gaslit by Craig Wright and Calvin Ayre?
The two masterminds behind Bitcoin S. V. are once again changing the narrative around Bitcoin; Craig Wright and Calvin Ayre claim that Bitcoin Satoshi’s Vision is the one and only ‘true’ version of Bitcoin. дальше »
2019-1-4 05:25 | |
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Largest Bitcoin Mining Pools Gutted as Bitmain Reels
The two largest Bitcoin mining pools, BTC. com and Antpool, have lost a large chunk of their hash power over the crypto winter. The two Bitmain owned pools signaled the mining market’s implosion, culminating in Bitmain laying off 50 percent of its workforce. дальше »
2019-1-3 12:41 | |
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Hacker Group Threatens to Divulge Secrets About 9/11 Unless Paid Bitcoin Ransom
One hacker group claims it has access to thousands of “secret” documents revealing sensitive data surrounding the 9/11 tragedy. The group warned that it will make the documents public unless a hefty bitcoin ransom is paid. дальше »
2019-1-3 21:20 | |
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Bitcoin Futures Exchange Bakkt Raises $182.5 Million from BCG, Microsoft, Pantera Capital, and Others
Bitcoin enthusiasts are off to a promising start for 2019 as Bakkt announces the completion of a $182. 5 million funding round from a host of influential venture capital funds. ‘Bakkt’ by the Biggest Bakkt was launched by the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the parent firm of the New York Stock Exchange, along with several other influential […] The post Bitcoin Futures Exchange Bakkt Raises $182. дальше »
2019-1-2 15:10 | |
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Analysis: Bitcoin Transactions at 10-Month High While Fees at 2-Year Low
BTC has hit a 10-month high in transaction volume. Meanwhile, tx fees are at a multi-year low. These figures indicate that factors such as scaling improvements to the Bitcoin protocol, and the relatively modest price of bitcoin, have made transactions in the cryptocurrency extremely affordable. дальше »
2018-12-31 13:20 | |
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BTC Lightning Network Company Rejects $1.25 Million from Roger Ver to Build on Bitcoin Cash
Roger Ver offered $1. 25 million to OpenNode, a lightning network software company, to build on top of Bitcoin Cash. OpenNode declined, stating “our vision of a better, more open financial system is only possible with Bitcoin. дальше »
2018-12-31 04:32 | |
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U.S. Federal Reserve Doesn’t Like the Idea of a Government Cryptocurrency
The Federal Reserve Board governor is still not fond of the idea of central bank digital currencies, despite the fact that the reserve is equipped to issue one. The Fed Says No to CBDCs It’s been a year since bitcoin’s price exploded and launched cryptocurrencies into the mainstream, which pushed many to believe that the […] The post U. дальше »
2018-12-30 14:20 | |
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BlockTower Capital to Lose $1 Million After Betting Bitcoin Would Hit $50,000
BlockTower Capital, a hedge fund which manages more than $130 million in client assets, made a $1 million bet last year that Bitcoin’s price would go above $50,000 by the end of 2018. The Hedge Fund is expected to lose over $1 million in options by the end of the week. дальше »
2018-12-28 15:10 | |
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Bitcoin Miners Eviscerated: Japan’s GMO Shuts Down Cryptocurrency Mining Hardware Division
GMO Internet, a major Japanese-based technology company, has shuttered its division responsible for designing and manufacturing mining chips. Mounting losses from a weak cryptocurrency market resulted in the sudden decision. дальше »
2018-12-28 10:20 | |
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Could Ripple’s Multi-Billion Dollar XRP Reserves Pose a Risk to Token Holders?
Ripple, the custodial company to the open-source cryptocurrency XRP, owns 60 percent of all XRP ever created; these holdings are valued at $22 billion at current prices. Furthermore, company ‘insiders’ also hold a large percentage of circulating XRP. дальше »
2018-12-28 01:30 | |
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Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies Pull Back While Dow Experiences Record-Breaking Rally
Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency markets are experiencing moderate pull-back while the Nasdaq, S&P 500, and the Dow erase their Christmas losses. Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies experienced a strong rally leading up to Christmas, with total market capitalization surging from $122 on Wednesday, Dec. дальше »
2018-12-27 10:40 | |
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