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Bitfinex Moves Judiciary to Unlock their $880 Million in Seized Capital
According to new court filings, Bitfinex’s parent company, iFinex Inc, has filed a discovery with relation to the $880 million seized from the exchange and its partner companies. These funds were held by Crypto Capital on behalf of Bitfinex and was seized by the FBI amid shadow banking allegations, as revealed by court filings, OctoberRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-10-21 15:00 | |
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Ex-NBA Star Allegedly Dupes African Firm in $800,000 Bitcoin Scam
Ex-NBA star Isaac Austin has been accused of swindling a Ghanaian firm nearly one million dollars in a Bitcoin Scam. According to GhanaWeb, the former NBA player lured victims into investing their Bitcoin in an automated cryptocurrency trading program run by his firm, Isaac Edward Austin and Tudor Trust. дальше »
2019-10-21 13:12 | |
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4 Reasons Why Bitcoin is So Popular in South Africa
Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, in general, continue to thrive in South Africa even as such interest comes with a multitude of scams and fraudulent investment schemes. The country even ranks second in the world for bitcoin searches according to Google Trends. дальше »
2019-10-21 13:00 | |
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Bitcoin.com acquires O3 Labs, a Japanese blockchain development startup
According to multiple reports, Bitcoin. com, a cryptocurrency firm backed by Bitcoin Cash proponent, Roger Ver, acquired O3 Labs, a blockchain development startup. O3 Labs, which is based out of Tokyo, Japan, offers a virtual asset wallet along with the developer’s assistance via a digital application programming interface. дальше »
2019-10-21 12:54 | |
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Could Ransomware Be Driving Up Bitcoin Prices?
Research is suggesting that the number of ransomware incidents has risen in 2019. The payment method of choice for the majority of this cybercrime is cryptocurrency, predominantly bitcoin. Could BTC price fluctuations be linked to the increase in this online nefarious activity? Bitcoin Price and Ransomware US state departments, public sector facilities schools, hospitals, and businesses are increasingly falling victim to ransomware attacks. дальше »
2019-10-21 10:35 | |
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Bitmain launches 50 MW mining facility in Texas
Leading Application Specific Integrated Circuit [ASIC] producer, Bitmain launched its 50MW mining farm in Rockdale, Texas along with the Rockdale Municipal Development District [MDD] and DMG. The launch of this facility was significant to Bitmain’s global expansion plans. дальше »
2019-10-21 10:30 | |
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Instagram is testing a feature to clean up your pity follows
We’ve all been there: You meet someone who wants to stay in touch later, but you don’t want to share your number with them. So you turn to the next best thing — Instagram. These are people whom you follow out of courtesy, but don’t interact with much. дальше »
2019-10-21 10:08 | |
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Investor: Ethereum fundamentals are strong despite 88% drop from ATH
The Ethereum (ETH) price has dropped by 88 percent from its record high at $1,448, showing a sluggish price trend year-to-date. Yet, according to investor Spencer Noon, the fundamentals of the asset remain strong as the total value of Ether locked in DeFi apps continues to increase. дальше »
2019-10-21 08:38 | |
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Litecoin’s falling wedge pattern calls for renewed optimism
Litecoin’s price has continued to suffer heavy downside pressure and failed to post necessary gains above the key $55-level. According to CoinMarketCap, the silver crypto was trading at a price of $53. дальше »
2019-10-21 21:35 | |
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BoE Deputy Governor: Central Bank Digital Currencies Are “Worth Looking At”
According to Bank of England deputy governor Dave Ramsden, developing a synthetic central bank digital currency is “worth looking at.” Ramsden who oversees payments and fintech said currently, the UK central bank is “very focused” on what needs to be done to provide infrastructure to encourage private innovation. Now, creating a digital currency with other […] дальше »
2019-10-20 17:39 | |
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XRP lacks momentum to keep stride as ascending channel closes
XRP’s price was predicted to have gained the necessary momentum after the coin breaching a major psychological level at $0. 30. However, it failed to retain its uptrend, declining shortly after and was bounded within the range of $0. дальше »
2019-10-20 14:47 | |
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Indian Finance Minister: Many countries caution against rushing into cryptocurrencies
According to a recent report, Indian Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman said that many countries had advised against rushing into cryptocurrency while addressing questions on Facebook’s Libra during the annual meeting of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. дальше »
2019-10-20 09:22 | |
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As Bitcoin price nears 50% drop, analyst foresees deeper correction for Ethereum
Since achieving $13,920 at the yearly peak, the Bitcoin price is nearing a 50 percent drop and according to a technical analyst, it could mean a larger correction for Ethereum. Within three months, the bitcoin price has declined by 43 percent against the U. дальше »
2019-10-20 08:07 | |
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Model That Predicted Bitcoin Price Drop to $8,000: Bears Are Done
The Bitcoin (BTC) bear trend that brought the cryptocurrency from $14,000 to $7,700 is over… according to a price model anyway. In early-August, a cryptocurrency investment boutique unveiled a price prediction model that used Facebook’s Prophet machine learning software in Python. дальше »
2019-10-20 00:30 | |
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Two New Counties In Oregon Will Launch Blockchain-Based Mobile Voting With Voatz
Two new state counties in the United States have recently announced that they would enable the locals to use a blockchain-based app to vote on the upcoming elections, which are set to happen in November. дальше »
2019-10-19 18:40 | |
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Nervous Depositing USD To Binance US Exchange? Now They Will Have FDIC Backed Insurance
The U. S. branch of the largest crypto exchange in the world, Binance US, has recently announced that now its customers will be partially insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). дальше »
2019-10-19 18:25 | |
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Global U.S. Dollar Shortage to Benefit Bitcoin, Says Crypto Twitter’s Biggest Bull
Many have been bearish on bitcoin after the dominant cryptocurrency breached support of $9,000 in September. The month-long consolidation around $8,000 is not helping either. It is only giving bitcoin haters more reason to scream their bearish outlook. дальше »
2019-10-21 18:00 | |
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Circle Drops Poloniex Leaving US Crypto Traders High and Dry
According to a blog post published by Circle, the cryptocurrency firm is releasing its subsidiary exchange Poloniex which is now owned by an “Asian investment group. ” The trading platform will become an independent company called Polo Digital Assets, Ltd. дальше »
2019-10-19 16:17 | |
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Binance.US USD deposits eligible for FDIC insurance coverage
All US Dollar deposits on Binance. US’s platform are now eligible for Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation [FDIC] insurance coverage. According to a blog post published on its official website, the United States-dedicated wing of Binance stated that all the US Dollar deposits are held in “pooled custodial accounts” at numerous banks that are FDIC insured. дальше »
2019-10-19 12:30 | |
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BlockFi Launches Platform to Expose Institutional Investors to Cryptocurrency
BlockFi, a cryptocurrency lending startup, has launched BlockFi Institutional Services, a platform designed to give institutional investors such as market-makers, hedge funds, exchanges and family offices exposure to financing solutions for digital assets, according to a BitcoinMagazine report on October 17, 2019. дальше »
2019-10-19 11:00 | |
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Binance DEX to Add a Crypto Token Pegged to Bitcoin Cash (BCH), BCH-1FD
The CEO of Binance, Changpeng Zhao, has recently proposed that a new token pegged to the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network should be listed on the decentralized version of the network, Binance DEX. According to the latest token issuance and listings section of the company, BCH-1FD should be listed on the platform. The pitch is that […] дальше »
2019-10-19 01:43 | |
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Hackers Are Distributing a Vulnerable Tor Browser Version to Spy and Steal User’s Bitcoin
The researchers of the IT security company ESET have recently discovered a new way that hackers use to invade people’s computers. According to them, several hackers have been distributing a malicious version of the Tor Browser, which is generally used to access the deep web or to browse incognito. This malicious version, however, is set […] дальше »
2019-10-19 01:13 | |
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Premier of Bermuda: Crypto Assets Balance Out the Powers of ‘Big Tech’ and Government
Edward David Burt, the Premier of Bermuda, has recently affirmed that cryptocurrencies can work as a great equalizer against “big tech”. He affirmed this during a recent interview with Forbes. According to him, cryptos are important to ensure that citizens are not at the mercy of big corporations and the government. The Premier has a […] дальше »
2019-10-19 01:05 | |
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Bitcoin is Mankind’s Greatest Tech Gift Due to No Third Party Value Exchange: Ex-Google Africa CEO
Bitcoin is a Gift To Change Humanity Stafford Masie, the general manager of WeWork South Africa and former CEO of Google Africa, has recently talked about Bitcoin. According to her, BTC will certainly change the future of mankind more than any innovation that appeared before it. She affirmed that only Bitcoin could be used as […] дальше »
2019-10-19 00:53 | |
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National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) To Test Bakong Crypto Wallet For International Payments
The Central Bank of Cambodia has recently announced that it plans to diminish the costs of cross-border transfers and payments by using a digital wallet based on a blockchain called Bakong, powered by the Hyperledger technology. дальше »
2019-10-19 00:05 | |
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Tezos is bullish and slightly undervalued, claims researcher
Nate Maddrey, a Researcher for crypto-asset data analytics firm Coin Metrics, recently gave a talk at the TQuorum Global Summit, and analysed Tezos’ activity using on-chain data. According to Maddrey, it is difficult to measure usage on blockchain, but the main way Coin Metrics approaches this problem is by looking at the number of addresses […] The post Tezos is bullish and slightly undervalued, claims researcher appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2019-10-19 23:30 | |
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Banco Santander Transforming Madrid with DLT
Spanish bank Banco Santander has launched a $20 million bond on the blockchain. The financial institution has also partnered with the Madrid City Council to develop a blockchain-powered application that will enable citizens to pay transport fare from a unified platform, according to an EnterpriseTimes report on October 18, 2019. дальше »
2019-10-19 23:00 | |
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Sucuri Discovers Fake WordPress Plugins Privately Mining Cryptocurrencies
The researchers of Sucuri just discovered a new threat that affects WordPress users. According to them, new malicious plugins for WordPress are appearing at a fast rate. These plugins are exploiting an issue by running the Linux binary code. дальше »
2019-10-19 22:51 | |
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Global Monetary Enforcer FATF Shares Concerns About Libra And Stablecoins
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), one of the most important financial regulators in the world, has recently voiced some concerns about Facebook’s Libra project. According to the institution, Libra and other stablecoins could pose several risks if they were to achieve mass adoption, especially when considering money laundering and terrorist financing. Xiamgmin Liu, the […] дальше »
2019-10-19 22:34 | |
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Creditplus Bank AG Report: Three of Four German Citizens Do Not Approve Libra Coin’s Launch
Facebook-backed cryptocurrency, Libra, rejected by most German citizens according to a recent survey on people over the age of 16. The percentage of “no-Libra” choice non-surprisingly increases with age as the older population still try to get their heads around decentralized technologies. дальше »
2019-10-19 22:19 | |
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ACINQ Showcases Its Second Generation of Bitcoin Lightning Wallets
ACINQ, a Bitcoin Lightning developer based in France, has recently showcased, via Twitter, its second generation of Lightning Network wallets. According to the announcement, these wallets are set to be much more user-friendly than the previous ones and have a lot of new functions. дальше »
2019-10-18 20:31 | |
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Ripple is Striking Over 30 Deals a Week With Financial Institutions, CEO Brad Garlinghouse
Ripple is currently signing more than 30 deals a week with financial institutions, according to Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, who reported the Information. However, the XRP community believes it just might be a typo and the actual numbers would be 3, which given the fact that RippleNet still has just above 200 customers, makes sense. […] дальше »
2019-10-18 19:05 | |
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Singapore’s CIMB Group Bank Completes First Ever Blockchain Transaction Using iTrust
One of Asia’s largest investment banks, CIMB Group’s Singapore-based bank, CIMB Bank Berhad Singapore, settled its first ever transaction on blockchain technology on Oct. 17. According to a Yahoo Finance press release, the bank partnered with iTrust, a trade finance blockchain solution, to efficient, instant and transparent channels of global trade. The CEO of CIMB […] дальше »
2019-10-18 18:39 | |
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Researchers find fake WordPress plugins that secretly mine cryptocurrency
Researchers have discovered several malicious WordPress plugins that are being used to surreptitiously mine cryptocurrency by running Linux binary code. According to the researchers at website security company Sucuri, the plugins are also being used to maintain access to compromised servers. дальше »
2019-10-18 17:24 | |
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Lump Sum Bitcoin Investors Makes More Profits than DCA
Investors who put all their capital at once into bitcoin win more than those who invest strategically over some time, according to a study conducted by Shitcoin Ninja. The crypto researcher noted that Lump Sum – an act of investing everything available at once into bitcoin – works better than the Dollar Cost Strategy (DCA),. дальше »
2019-10-18 17:00 | |
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Libra, other stablecoins could hinder efforts to halt criminal use: FATF
The Financial Action Task Force [FATF], an inter-governmental organization that has pledged to combat money laundering and terrorism funding, has stated that Facebook and its stablecoin, Libra, would be subject to global standards on cryptocurrencies and traditional financial assets, according to reports. дальше »
2019-10-18 15:30 | |
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Crypto-jackers now using fake WordPress plug-ins to mine cryptocurrencies
Cryptojacking softwares have become a nuisance lately and the main issue that concerns many is that they are getting sophisticated with every passing year, making it quite difficult to track them. дальше »
2019-10-18 14:30 | |
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Fake Russian Tor browser purloins $40,000 in Bitcoin from dark web shoppers
Researchers from cybersecurity firm ESET have uncovered a malicious version of the Tor browser – the program used to access the dark web – and it’s been stealing user‘s Bitcoin. According to ESET, the bad actors were able to steal more than $40,000 worth of Bitcoin. дальше »
2019-10-18 14:04 | |
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Binance Futures increases leverage for BTC/USDT contracts to 125x
Malta-based cryptocurrency exchange giant Binance has announced that it is increasing the leverage on its Futures platform for its BTC/USDT Futures contract to 125x, which previously only supported 20x leverage. дальше »
2019-10-18 13:30 | |
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Libra Association stresses on cooperation as G7 releases report on stablecoins
The working group of the G7 has released a report detailing the potential risks a global stablecoin (GSC) could pose to nations and economies worldwide. GSCs will have to address these concerns to be considered for approval, the report said, adding that addressing the outlined risks will not guarantee regulatory permission to operate. дальше »
2019-10-18 11:30 | |
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Bitcoin Scammers Impersonating Police Officers Are Duping Locals in Canada
Police officers in Canada have begun to warn the public about an impersonation scam operation that seeks to defraud people of Bitcoin in nearby regions. According to a report by local news medium Voice on Oct 17, police claimed that they had gotten several reports about fraudsters who call locals, posing as the Canada Revenue Agency […] The post Bitcoin Scammers Impersonating Police Officers Are Duping Locals in Canada appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2019-10-18 11:21 | |
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Telegram is postponing its token sale, and it’s still not happy with the SEC
Telegram has yielded to the US Securities and Exchange Commission over the sale of its Gram tokens, for now. According to a court filing submitted earlier this week, Telegram has agreed to stop selling its Gram tokens. дальше »
2019-10-18 11:18 | |
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CFTC Crush Fraudulent Crypto-Powered Binary Options Scheme
The United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has taken action against Circle Society, Corp and its founder, David Gilbert Saffron for defrauding people through a Ponzi scheme disguised as a bitcoin-powered $11 million binary options trading project. дальше »
2019-10-18 09:00 | |
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Moto’s foldable Razr might launch next month
Motorola might finally give us want we’ve been asking for – a reincarnated Razr phone. According to a report by CNET, the company has sent an invite for an event scheduled for next month that hints towards a flip phone’s launch. дальше »
2019-10-18 08:46 | |
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Bitcoin fails to recover as weekly volume on BitMEX drops 72% in 3 months, traders bearish
The Bitcoin price has failed to push above a relatively low resistance level at $8,374, making a bigger pullback into the mid-$7,000 region more likely. According to Arca’s chief investment officer Jeff Dorman, the current state of the cryptocurrency market, given the low volume of bitcoin, incentivizes traders to short bitcoin until bottom levels are […] The post Bitcoin fails to recover as weekly volume on BitMEX drops 72% in 3 months, traders bearish appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2019-10-18 07:06 | |
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Pixel 4’s ‘Face Unlock’ works even if you’re asleep or dead — and that’s a problem
Google’s new Pixel 4 smartphone doesn’t have a fingerprint sensor. Instead it relies on “Face Unlock,” a proprietary facial scanning system similar to the one found in Apple’s Face ID. Early reports show a system that works well, perhaps too well, in fact, according to some security experts. дальше »
2019-10-18 06:50 | |
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Alleged Las Vegas Scammer Charged for $11 Million Crypto Binary Options Ponzi
A Las Vegas man is charged with raising at least $11 million from cryptocurrency investors he promised to trade binary options for, and make gains of up to 300%. According to the charges the money was sent from new clients to previous ones in a classic Ponzi scheme manner. дальше »
2019-10-18 04:26 | |
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