2018-11-28 20:53 |
The neighboring country may provide a home to those wishing to leave Norway.
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The East African country of Uganda is set to regulate cryptocurrencies to prevent scams and protect investors. ETHNews spoke with the chairman of the Blockchain Association of Uganda to learn more about the local cryptocurrency ecosystem and what may have led to this development.
2018-11-28 01:35 | |
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Ohio is now setting up an official website to allow businesses to pay taxes with bitcoin. According to a recent article published by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), the state of Ohio seems to have given tacit acceptance to bitcoin by allowing businesses, although not individuals, to pay all manner of taxes with the cryptocurrency.
2018-11-27 21:32 | |
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There are well over 2,000 cryptocurrencies on today’s market, and almost all of them fall into one of three token categories: currency, utility, or investment. Each group requires different rules and regulations to ensure their issuance and exchange is above board with government regulators.
2018-11-24 09:00 | |
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Saudi Arabia may be ready to launch a cryptocurrency in 2019. The information was released by the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday quoting Mohsen Al Zahrani, Head of Innovation at the Saudi Arabia Monetary Authority (SAMA).
2018-11-24 21:50 | |
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The government of India may provide clarity on cryptocurrency regulation as soon as next month with a new draft bill now in the works. Clarity Soon Citing a counter-affidavit issued by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Quartz reports that the country’s government is likely to provide some clarity on the matter of cryptocurrencies sometime in the next two months.
2018-11-20 16:00 | |
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It seems US authorities aren’t yet done with controversial cryptocurrency Tether. The ‘USD-backed’ stablecoin is now being probed by the country’s Justice Department, according to a Bloomberg report.
2018-11-20 15:00 | |
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Welcome to Hard Fork Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice to keep you up to date in the cryptocurrency and blockchain world. Considering there are well over 2,000 cryptocurrencies on today’s market, the average blockchain investor faces being veritably overwhelmed by choice.
2018-11-19 19:32 | |
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Crypto wallet users in Japan may have to reveal their identities as the country’s top financial watchdog prepares a law for it. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) on Monday revealed its plan to regulate cryptocurrency wallet providers, ItMedia reported.
2018-11-16 15:11 | |
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Despite granting the industry self-regulatory status, it seems Japanese regulators are still keen to keep an eye on things. The Japanese Financial Services Agency (FSA) recently announced that it is devising a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency wallet services, Bitcoin News reports.
2018-11-16 12:50 | |
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Many in the western hemisphere still view Vietnam through antiquated lenses. But while a visit to a rural area of Vietnam may well seem like a step back in time, younger generations and the powers who be in urban Vietnam have their sights firmly set on the future and the key role which their nation aims to play in it.
2018-11-15 21:35 | |
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Malta may have been the most talked about European country that pioneers cryptocurrency and blockchain activities. With exchange giants like Binance, Okex situated in Malta, as well as Blockchain firms which has led the country to bag the title “ Blockchain Island”, the Spaniards have been peering in closely and taking as much notes as […] The post A Crypto fiesta is Going Down in Spain; is Another Widespread Crypto Adaptation About to Happen? appeared first on ZyCrypto.
2018-11-11 13:50 | |
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On Monday, China’s Center for Information Industry Development (CCID), under the country’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, announced a new update of its crypto project ranking, Bitcoin.
2018-11-3 16:23 | |
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On a typical spring day in April, Indian cryptocurrency traders were conducting their business as usual when a snap announcement by the country’s central bank sent waves of panic across the country.
2018-11-1 19:29 | |
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The government in Kiev intends to legalize cryptocurrencies and comprehensively regulate the fintech sector as part of a new public policy developed by the economy ministry. The process may take up to three years to complete but eventually the industry built around digital assets should become a legitimate part of the country’s economy.
2018-10-28 13:30 | |
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With a revision to the popular exchange’s terms of use, users from a handful of jurisdictions will have their access to Poloniex shuttered. According to an October 18, 2018, update, “the websites and the services offered by Poloniex (as defined below) are NOT addressed to persons who have their registered office or place of residence in China, Germany, Pakistan, the U.
2018-10-26 22:46 | |
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Investing in the Initial Coin Offering (ICO) markets may soon become incredibly safe and easy for Taiwanese investors, according to a recent statement from the chairman of the country’s main securities regulatory agency.
2018-10-25 06:00 | |
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The law offices of Pomerantz LLP in New York have filed a series of civil suits against MGT Capital Investment and its executive officers on behalf of several of the trading firm’s past or present customers.
2018-10-18 20:05 | |
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In the last seven months, Malta has welcomed quite a handful of cryptocurrency and blockchain companies. From startup companies to leading exchanges like Binance, which is currently the world’s leading exchange platform according to data from coinmarketcap.
2018-10-17 21:36 | |
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A rumoured partnership with TRON could be the most ambitious by Justin Sun to date. The CEO and founder of TRON founder, Justin Sun is no stranger to high profile announcements. However, the cryptocurrency leader has drawn attention in the past for his showmanship in how he markets his digital currency in the sense that at times he is blatantly promoting TRX.
2018-10-15 14:00 | |
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Indian crypto exchange Unocoin acknowledged that it is launching country’s first crypto ATM, touted to support at least five cryptocurrencies, as reported by Inc42 on October 12, 2018. The news comes in a tensed moment as the country’s highest judicial forum, the Supreme Court of India, is to declare the verdict on the crypto banking blockade that crippled the local.
2018-10-14 11:00 | |
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The Kingdom of Bahrain is an island nation of the Middle East. Home to around 1. 23 million people and a very forward thinking population. Interestingly, Bahrain has a very powerful political position as a result of its location, therefore, cryptocurrency adoption in Bahrain could turn out to have a very significant impact.
2018-10-14 23:00 | |
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Bitcoin, the world’s most sought-after cryptocurrency, could be at the wish and whim of Asia’s economic giant. A recent study titled “The Looming Threat of China: An Analysis of Chinese Influence on Bitcoin,” jointly researched by Princeton University and Florida International University researchers, suggests China’s mining scene has an overwhelming influence over Bitcoin, something that could invite network manipulation.
2018-10-11 00:29 | |
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Not long ago, the Indian Reserve Bank (RBI) was doing everything within its power to kick cryptocurrencies out of the country, but it seems that the government may have had some tricks up its sleeve to add to that move.
2018-10-10 20:24 | |
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Japan’s tough stance on cryptocurrencies may be a mood killer for most businesses, but Coinbase is loving it. In fact, the company believes the increased scrutiny in the country gives Coinbase an advantage over other cryptocurrency businesses.
2018-10-10 14:03 | |
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Free speech is a key aspect of the internet, but it has become increasingly obvious that many online will push that freedom to extremes, leaving website comment sections, Twitter feeds and Facebook groups awash with racist, sexist, homophobic, or otherwise unpalatable opinions and vitriolic views, and obscene or shocking images or videos.
2018-10-10 12:26 | |
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The noise that surrounds economic relations between the United States and China is amping up exponentially. You can thank the latest trade wars for that, as fresh tensions boil over between the two nations who are currently trading new tariffs on imports, with no shortage of ill will underpinning the moves.
2018-10-10 23:38 | |
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Venezuelans wanting to leave the country will soon have to buy passports with a cryptocurrency that may not exist.
2018-10-9 20:56 | |
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A U. S. Justice Department indictment against seven Russian officers on Oct. 5, 2018, revealed the country allegedly used Bitcoin to fund illegal interests in the States, reported MarketWatch. As per the indictment, several shell companies and individuals in the U.
2018-10-6 10:00 | |
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Binance has announced a $2. 5 million investment in Australian travel startup TravelbyBit in a move to introduce a blockchain-based, point-of-sale (POS) payment system across major airports around the world.
2018-10-4 17:50 | |
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As part of its monthly labor review for September, the US Department of Labor released a report on workers in the “gig economy,” such as those who worked for Uber, GrubHub, or TaskRabbit. It revealed that this work now accounts for at least 1 percent of total employment in the country.
2018-10-2 20:31 | |
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In this overview, we explore Kraken and its journey from a Mt. Gox alternative to soften the blow of bitcoin’s dependence on just one exchange to becoming one of the most respected cryptocurrency exchanges in the world.
2018-9-27 21:21 | |
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Singapore took a step closer towards cryptocurrencies as the national financial regulators discussed their openness towards the emerging industry during the Singapore Consensus. Singapore “Does Not Regulate Technology Itself But [Its] Purpose” It seems that the Singaporean government has a well-thought-out plan for introducing cryptocurrencies into their economy, according to TechCrunch.
2018-9-23 20:00 | |
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The Fair Political Practices Commission, California’s campaign watchdog arm, has voted 3-1 to ban political donations with any cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin, because of transparency issues. The vote follows similar decisions made by other states in the country such as South Carolina.
2018-9-22 00:00 | |
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Following a successful launch in California only a few months ago, the U. S. branch of cryptocurrency exchange OKCoin is adding five new coins to its listings. Those coins include Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), Stellar lumens (XLM), Zcash (ZEC) and 0x (ZRX).
2018-9-20 16:49 | |
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Switzerland is eyeing access to Israel’s financial markets, but European Union regulations may be a hurdle for the famously neutral country.
2018-9-18 00:24 | |
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I assume you know enough about remote work teams – the challenges, systems, tools, and more. But luckily that doesn’t apply to your in-house team — right? Wrong. Remote working teams may be leading the way, but almost all teams need to learn to work together remotely.
2018-9-16 15:30 | |
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Crypto, charity and cycling. It’s an unlikely triad, but two fitness enthusiasts-turned-crypto philanthropists believe that, taken in combination, the three can drive positive change.
2018-9-12 21:42 | |
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The notion of a Bitcoin ETF may have become retail investors’ lifeline, fixing the spotlight firmly on every move of the ubiquitous financiers of Wall Street. Meanwhile, just north of the border, Canadians are witnessing the launch of the nation’s first Bitcoin fund, an ETF-style onramp for the country’s largest investors.
2018-9-12 20:00 | |
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Companies from Russia and other parts of the former Soviet Union have apparently turned the small country of Estonia into a massive money laundering haven. An investigation into the Estonian branch of Denmark’s largest bank is examining up to $150 billion which may have been involved.
2018-9-10 23:55 | |
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While expectations and fears are mounting on an imminent Supreme Court decision about the regulator’s ban concerning cryptocurrency trade in India, the big day may not exactly be a defining one for the future of bitcoin in the country.
2018-9-8 04:10 | |
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The crypto revolution is spreading through Latin America, and is making major inroads in one major South American country. No, not that one. But shoppers in Brazil and Colombia may soon be able to pay for their groceries in cryptocurrency.
2018-9-3 17:22 | |
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The crypto industry has scored another first, as a junior U. S. Senator from Montana, Steve Daines, has lobbied against the planned closure of a coal-fired power plant in Rosebud County, arguing that its closure could harm the growing cryptocurrency mining industry in the state.
2018-8-28 19:11 | |
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Singapore’s Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), the country’s central banking institution, has teamed up with major firms. The project hopes to develop solutions for the exchange and settlement of tokenized digital currencies, as well as securities assets.
2018-8-25 07:00 | |
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Norwegian bitcoin miner Kryptovault is facing a shutdown of its operations due to extensive noise complaints from locals and a lack of proper paperwork. The company, which is headquartered in a former paper mill in Norway’s capital of Oslo, uses more than 40MW of power to drive an arsenal of nearly 10,000 computers.
2018-8-24 23:36 | |
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As we reported on July 19, 2018, Bermuda is determined to establish itself as the leading jurisdiction for fintech entrepreneurs, in particular those involved in initial coin offerings (ICOs), digital assets and virtual currencies.
2018-8-23 23:03 | |
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According to the acting head of the country’s tax authority, the suspected tax dodgers would be investigated and may face penalties.
2018-8-21 17:27 | |
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Ripple’s international expansion may have been put on hold recently, whilst they battle the courts in the United States, this however doesn’t mean that their international expansion isn’t still a project on the horizon for the company.
2018-8-16 13:30 | |
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Following a high-level proposal in July to ban the importation of all cryptocurrency mining equipment into Vietnam, the Vietnamese Customs Department has announced a total ban on all mining rig imports, according to a local news outlet.
2018-8-16 21:58 | |
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Japanese crypto exchanges may soon have an official self-regulatory body. The Japan Virtual Currency Exchange Association has applied with the country’s financial regulator to become the authority for self-regulation, with the power to enforce rules on its crypto exchange members.
2018-8-4 03:55 | |
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Sui recorded notable price actions over the past day, becoming the highest gainer among the top 100 cryptocurrencies by market cap. The altcoin climbed from the daily low of $0. 8696 to $1. 0296, translating to an 18.
Estee Lauder (NYSE: EL) stock price has continued to lag behind the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 indices this year. It has crashed by over 35% this year as the two indices are hovering near their all-time highs.
Lumia has announced a significant milestone in its journey to revolutionize the blockchain space, with the company surpassing the sale of 25,000 nodes. This achievement coincides with the successful completion of a strategic fundraising round, marking a pivotal moment in the company’s growth.
Decentralised exchange (DEX) tokens have joined the rest of the crypto industry in a deep sell-off. Uniswap (UNI), the biggest DEX in the industry, has retreated to $5. 56, down by over 66% from its highest point this year.
The recent developments in the legal fight between the United States SEC and Binance brought optimistic news to the crypto community. The regulator has decided to revise its complaint against exchange Binance, seeking not to have to prove that assets such as Solana and Polygon are securities.
Spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are making waves in the cryptocurrency world, drawing billions in new investments and reigniting interest in related projects. Among the beneficiaries of this surge is AirSwap (AST), a decentralized peer-to-peer (P2P) trading platform built on the Ethereum blockchain.
Bitcoin ATMs are on the rise in Latin America, with Mexico emerging as a significant contender. Although El Salvador remains the leader in Bitcoin ATM installations following its approval of the Bitcoin Law, it now faces increased competition from neighboring countries.