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Russia Stunningly Explores a Gold-Backed Crypto to Settle Payments
By CCN: Russia is reportedly considering the implementation of a gold-backed cryptocurrency, according to Russian news outlet Tass. Immutability and censorship-resistance are useful for governments in certain instances, such as conducting international trade in the face of sanctions. дальше »
2019-5-24 22:55 | |
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Bitcoin Can Wreak Havoc by ‘Ruining’ Governments: Senior Russian Official
By CCN: A top official with Russia’s State Duma (the Russian Parliament) warned that bitcoin has the capacity to ruin governments because it could facilitate the offshoring of massive amounts of money. дальше »
2019-5-21 20:25 | |
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China vs Sweden: who will be the first to launch their own cryptocurrency and what will it mean for the crypto world?
Governments making their own cryptocurrencies is a hot topic in the crypto community. Would it be possible to centralize the decentralized? If governments were allowed to, they would have banned Bitcoin at the early adoption stage. дальше »
2019-5-20 15:53 | |
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Crypto Hacks Are on Track to Eclipse $1 Billion in Lost Funds This Year
Crypto security and intelligence firm CipherTrace has published its Q1 2019 Cryptocurrency Anti-Money Laundering Report, revealing that exchange platforms all over the world have lost nearly $400 million as a result of hacks and thefts. дальше »
2019-5-3 17:40 | |
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Bitcoin (BTC) Under Pressure, Reversing Apr-25 Losses Critical
Bitcoin prices may slide below $5,000 To protect investors, an Indian government official suggests banning of cryptocurrencies An Indian official believes cryptos including Bitcoin are Ponzi schemes that the country’s regulator should ban. дальше »
2019-4-30 22:00 | |
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Government Will Be Able To Use Blockchain Solutions, If New Ohio House Bill 220 Passes
Government Will Be Able To Use Blockchain Solutions, If New Ohio Bill Passes As governments look for ways to use cryptocurrencies for their own purposes, new legislation is required to make these things possible. дальше »
2019-4-26 22:22 | |
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Mueller Report: Russia Used Bitcoin to Fund DNC Hacks
An intelligence branch of the Russian government used bitcoin to fund its cyberwarfare efforts to interfere with the 2016 U. S. presidential election, the Mueller Report claims. дальше »
2019-4-19 23:21 | |
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No current cryptocurrency is viable for terrorist use, says RAND Corporation report
Cryptocurrency, and the underlying technology it’s built on, blockchain, has a lot to offer to individuals and governments. However, according to a RAND report, terrorist organizations such as Al Qaeda, ISIS and Hezbollah may soon be on the precipice of taking advantage of the same. дальше »
2019-4-1 15:30 | |
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Cryptocurrency: Zuckerberg, Dimon, Maduro…You Are Not Welcome Here!
Facebook is the latest in a raft of corporate or government entities creating their own cryptocurrencies. Within weeks of JPMorgan announcing its plans to launch the JPMorgan coin, sources leaked confirmation of the crypto landscape’s worst-kept secret–that the Zuckerberg blockchain team was working on a native cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-3-25 11:33 | |
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Op Ed: With Bitcoin, Anarchy Is the Point, Not the Problem
Last week, there was a panel at SXSW that was effectively a debate on the merits of permissioned blockchains versus permissionless systems like Bitcoin. I listened to the entire audio of the panel discussion, after Programming Bitcoin author Jimmy Song tweeted it out the other day, and I thought he did an awesome job of pointing out the key value proposition of Bitcoin and why it is not worth comparing to permissioned systems. дальше »
2019-3-23 17:29 | |
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Why Are Governments Desperate To Regulate Cryptocurrencies?
There are a couple of reasons why the ruling party and lawmakers of a specific country would want to bring cryptocurrencies under their regulatory framework. Most of these reasons are connected to creating an additional source of income for the government, but they are usually masked under the “its too dangerous for the investors” excuse. дальше »
2019-3-22 11:16 | |
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(+) Bitcoin VPN: Opera Browser Is Quietly Assaulting A Key Crypto-Accepting Industry
People use virtual private networks for a variety of reasons, privacy chief among them. A virtual private network is a good way to mask your location to websites you visit. For people in countries where governments censor content and content providers – including companies like Google and Facebook – must comply with their demands, a VPN is essential to experience the actual internet. дальше »
2019-3-20 01:45 | |
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Canada’s tax agency asks cryptocurrency investors for 10 year trading history
Canada’s tax agency is reportedly cracking down on cryptocurrency investors in the country. Multiple sources have confirmed that cryptocurrency holders have been targeted with audits by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), according to Forbes. дальше »
2019-3-7 20:14 | |
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Kaspersky: Bitcoin Needs Less Government Control and More Collaboration
Russian cybersecurity expert Eugene Kaspersky has said cryptocurrencies can be a success, but only if governments stop trying to control them or alternatively when all countries unite under a single global government. дальше »
2019-3-7 04:11 | |
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Bitcoin Ecosystem Flourishes In Kenya Despite Regulatory Constraints Around Crypto Assets
Bitcoin Ecosystem Flourishes In Kenya Despite Regulatory Ban Many countries who have banned cryptocurrencies have seen the rise of the adoption. This shows that Bitcoin can be a perfect instrument to work your way around the stranglehold of governments and establishment financial noose. дальше »
2019-2-23 20:09 | |
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SEC Commissioner Suggests Excessive Crypto Regulation Hurts Growth
A commissioner at the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said that the official regulation of cryptocurrencies could actually stunt the technology’s development. Hester Peirce’s comments come at a time when the SEC has been accused of acting contrarily and gives hope to those wanting governments to take a step back to prevent over-regulation […] The post SEC Commissioner Suggests Excessive Crypto Regulation Hurts Growth appeared first on Bitcoin News. дальше »
2019-2-12 12:35 | |
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5 Crypto-Friendly Countries to Base Your Business
Choosing the best country to set up a business is vital in this digital age, and especially so for crypto companies. As governments around the world continue to learn more about cryptocurrencies and elect to either crack down on them or allow them to flourish, some jurisdictions emerge as being better than others for launching […] The post 5 Crypto-Friendly Countries to Base Your Business appeared first on Bitcoin News. дальше »
2019-2-7 20:55 | |
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Palestinian Fundamentalist Group Hamas Receives Funding via Bitcoin
In a particularly interesting case study for the consequence of Bitcoin’s global impact, the internationally recognized terrorist group Hamas has announced that it will accept bitcoin to fund itself. дальше »
2019-2-5 21:41 | |
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BlockTower Capital’s Ari Paul Says Wall Street Is Reluctant About Bitcoin And Cryptocurrencies
Cryptocurrency and blockchain have seen significant acceptance in the first decade of their existence and have been used by world governments, global firms and millions around the world. Despite this, many feel that there is still work that should be done and that acceptance isn’t quite at the level that it should be. Most times, […] дальше »
2019-2-4 13:35 | |
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Crypto Assets And The IRS: Understanding Bitcoin Taxes And How To Calculate Profits And Losses
One of the most confusing things regarding cryptocurrencies is taxes. While there is a lack of any real regulations in most countries around the world, governments have still found a way to introduce crypto taxation, and take advantage of traders who are making a profit by dealing with digital currencies. Furthermore, those who have failed […] дальше »
2019-2-1 15:47 | |
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Jamie Dimon Talks About Blockchain After ‘Forecasting’ Bitcoin Dropping More than 80%
During a conversation with CNBC’s Squawk Box, Jamie Dimon talked about blockchain technology after Bitcoin (BTC) falling more than 80% since its all-time high back in December 2017. Jamie Dimon is the CEO of JP Morgan and has been always against Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2019-1-30 16:33 | |
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Governments’ Increasing Interest in Cryptocurrencies: Recognition or Interference?
In recent times, it would seem like the governments in a few countries keep looking for new ways to control and profit off cryptocurrencies. Some countries including Chile, Romania, Spain and South Africa, are making laws that not only tax crypto assets but also force citizens to reveal their cryptocurrencies in their home country and […] дальше »
2019-1-30 16:23 | |
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Crypto Comes to Austria: Vienna To Launch ‘Vienna Token’
The Austrian city of Vienna plans to launch ‘Vienna token’, it’s own cryptocurrency as a form of incentive for citizens, as per Trending Topics reports, January 28, 2019 A Crypto Incentive The idea of world governments developing official cryptocurrencies isn’t a new one. дальше »
2019-1-30 22:00 | |
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Simon Dixon Reflects on the 10th Anniversary of Bitcoin
With the 10th anniversary of Bitcoin’s launch under the industry’s belt, it’s hard to believe how far the space has traveled in that time. Bitcoin Magazine has asked a number of long-time members of the space to reflect on their experiences, and published author Simon Dixon spoke with us about some of his observations over the years. дальше »
2019-1-26 01:44 | |
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How to Safely Use Cryptocurrencies in a More Private Way? Tips for Using Bitcoin Anonymously
Cryptocurrency users are becoming increasingly aware that it is more difficult than never before to have their privacy protected, even using digital assets. As cryptos expand all over the world, regulatory agencies and governments try to impose Know-Your-Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money-Laundering (AML) policies to exchanges and other platforms in the space. These KYC and AML […] дальше »
2019-1-12 21:13 | |
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Nearly 40% of Chinese Willing to buy Cryptocurrencies, Finds New Survey
The cryptocurrency market and the blockchain industry is entering its 11th year of existence in 2019 and has managed to create quite a storm in this short decade. In the beginning, nobody was willing to be associated with the cryptocurrency market or its ins and outs, but with time, we have seen that governments and The post Nearly 40% of Chinese Willing to buy Cryptocurrencies, Finds New Survey appeared first on ItsBlockchain. дальше »
2019-1-2 12:55 | |
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Where Are They Now?: More than a Year Since the ICO Ban, China Is a World Leader in Blockchain Technologies
Ever since the winter boom of 2017, blockchain and cryptocurrencies were catapulted into global discourse like never before; whether it was the sky-high crypto-market capitalizations, or the rush of freshly-funded blockchain startups advancing the frontiers of the bustling sector, it became evident it was no “fad. дальше »
2018-12-22 11:00 | |
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Op Ed: Bitcoin Is a Declaration of Our Monetary Independence
Nick Spanos is an early adopter and innovator in the blockchain space. He is best known for launching Bitcoin Center NYC, the world’s first live cryptocurrency exchange, in 2013, right next to the New York Stock Exchange — as immortalized in the Netflix documentary “Banking on Bitcoin. дальше »
2018-12-15 21:43 | |
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Despite Crypto Downfall, Southeast Asian Countries Fast Turning into a Blockchain Hub
Southeast Asia is swiftly shaping into a blockchain hub, with most emerging and developed markets in the region firmly positioning themselves at the forefront by deploying blockchain-based products across a myriad of business verticals, reported The Asean Post on December 10, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-11 02:00 | |
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Grin Implementation of MimbleWimble Looks to improve Bitcoin Privacy and Scalability
Whenever commentators speak about cryptocurrencies and blockchain, a recurring theme is privacy. This feature is becoming more and more growing population wish their information to be available onto a public ledger that accessible by governments, regulators or even close-knit associates like family and friends. дальше »
2018-12-8 02:00 | |
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Grin Implementation of MimbleWimble Looks to Improve Bitcoin Privacy and Scalability
Whenever commentators speak about cryptocurrencies and blockchain, a recurring theme is privacy. This feature is becoming more and more growing population wish their information to be available onto a public ledger that accessible by governments, regulators or even close-knit associates like family and friends. дальше »
2018-12-8 02:00 | |
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Nydia Zhang of the Social Alpha Foundation: Using the Blockchain for Good
As chairman and co-founder of the Social Alpha Foundation (SAF), Nydia Zhang has left a solid mark on the blockchain and cryptocurrency space, though, as a young art student at the University of Washington in 2011, blockchain was far from the direction she saw her life taking. дальше »
2018-12-6 18:13 | |
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National Cryptocurrencies Enabled with Platin
Considering the significant benefits that can come with using cryptocurrencies, it shouldn’t be surprising that governments around the world want a piece of the pie. While there have been some reservations from policymakers regarding digital currency, an increasing number of countries are exploring the development of national cryptocurrencies to supplement their current legal tender. дальше »
2018-12-6 02:00 | |
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G20 Leaders Declare Commitment to Regulate Crypto Assets
While some countries have taken the lead to regulate various aspects of using cryptocurrencies, many have left the matter completely up in the air. This might soon change as pressure is mounting on governments to develop standards for crypto regulations, as evident by the latest G20 meeting of top politicians from around the world. дальше »
2018-12-2 20:55 | |
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Cryptocurrencies issued in Malaysia must go through central bank
If you thought cryptocurrencies could be kept away from the watchful eyes of banks and governments, think again. Malaysian Finance Minister, Lim Guan Eng, said that all cryptocurrencies must go through Bank Negara Malaysia, the country’s central bank, before being issued to the public, reports the New Straits Times. дальше »
2018-11-26 16:16 | |
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Op Ed: It’s Time to Reject Mediocrity, #ExitFiat and Embrace Bitcoin
When the towers in New York fell, I became obsessed with economics. I wanted to follow the money to understand what happened on that dreadful day. During that time of inquiry, I found myself very interested in Austrian economic theory. дальше »
2018-11-21 19:26 | |
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Should Banks and Governments Create their Own Cryptocurrencies? IMF’s Lagarde Thinks So
In 2018 it seemed like everyone wanted to make their own cryptocurrency. Sometimes tokenization made sense, but many companies looked as if they were forcing it. Many cryptocurrency enthusiasts and even just onlookers with financial expertise have wondered if or when countries would finally start to issue their own coins. дальше »
2018-11-15 22:20 | |
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IMF: Governments and Banks Should Setup and Control Their Own Cryptocurrencies
Speaking at the Singapore Fintech Festival this week International Monetary Fund head, Christine Lagarde, said that governments and central banks should work towards setting up their own digital currencies. дальше »
2018-11-14 15:00 | |
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Bitcoin, Other Cryptocurrencies Could Surge in the Next Financial Crisis Says ShapeShift CEO
The cryptocurrency sector might end up becoming the biggest winner should the next global financial crisis happen. Shapeshift CEO Erik Voorhees argues that with the high debt level of most governments, a crisis could force them to print more money which will decrease the values of their respective currencies. дальше »
2018-11-13 17:59 | |
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Opinion: bitcoin ETF and Bakkt will lead to cryptocurrency market centralization
Jackson Palmer, the creator of Dogecoin, criticized the aspirations of many crypto enthusiasts who are waiting for large institutional organizations to enter the cryptocurrency market. According to him, their appearance will deprive the cryptocurrency world of its main advantage. дальше »
2018-11-14 14:22 | |
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Revolutions and Counter Revolutions: Andreas Antonopoulos Reflects on 10 Years of Bitcoin
As Bitcoin approaches its 10th anniversary, its community, old and new, has begun taking stock of how a decade has come to alter or define the cryptocurrency — and what Bitcoin has done to alter or define the decade. дальше »
2018-11-7 19:56 | |
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Ukraine Moves Towards Legalizing Cryptocurrencies in the Next 3 Years
While some governments are banning cryptocurrencies or not sure what they intend to do with them, the government of Ukraine released a press release outlining how it plans to draw a legal framework within the next three years. дальше »
2018-11-1 20:59 | |
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Op Ed: Bitcoin’s Energy Consumption Is Neither Frivolous Nor Excessive
As the CEO of Hut 8, one of North America’s largest cryptocurrency miners and the world’s largest publicly traded cryptocurrency miner, I’m often asked questions about energy consumption in the mining of cryptocurrency. дальше »
2018-11-1 23:35 | |
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Op Ed: In Defense of Bitcoin: A Response to Nouriel Roubini
Rhetorical style should never distract from the content of someone’s arguments. So when I heard that Nouriel Roubini testified to the U. S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs on the cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem, I decided to peruse his testimony and reflect on it. дальше »
2018-10-24 19:38 | |
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