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Nigeria: Entrepreneur Uses Blockchain and Biotech to Tackle Oil Spill Menace
Chinyere Nnadi, a Nigerian entrepreneur based in the United States, is spearheading a drive that seeks to solve Nigeria’s oil spill menace. According to an article published by The Hindu on April 22, 2019, Nnadi is using the dual power of biotech and blockhchain technology to aid the noble cause. дальше »
2019-4-23 09:00 | |
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Defunct Exchange Gatecoin Highlights the Need for Regulations for Legal Ownership of Crypto Assets
The fate of users of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange Gatecoin lies in the doldrums due to the lack of clear regulations which could fixate the legal ownership of crypto assets. This according to a report by South China Morning Post, published April 22, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-23 23:00 | |
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JPMorgan Wants to Utilize Blockchain Technology to Revitalize Banking Payments System
According to a report published by PYMNTS on April 22, 2019, JPMorgan Chase is mulling utilizing blockchain technology to bolster the banking industry’s payment system. The multi-national company is also considering getting onboard a number of fintech companies to develop the desired platform. дальше »
2019-4-23 19:00 | |
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A Hacker Group is Doxing Confidential Data of Espionage Group Linked to Iran’s Government
According to an article published by Wired on April 18, 2019, a mystery hacker group for the last month has been divulging Iran’s top-level hackers’ secret data, tools, and personal identities onto a public Telegram channel. дальше »
2019-4-23 17:00 | |
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Blockchain Expert Says China’s National Currency Could Become a Cryptocurrency
In an interview with Bloomberg on April 17, 2019, Donald Tapscott, executive chairman of the Blockchain Research Institute, said that China’s official currency, the renminbi (RMB) will soon become a cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-4-22 15:00 | |
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Former Colleague of QuadrigaCX CEO Believes Customers Will Likely Not Recover their Funds
According to Adam O’ Brien, a former colleague and friend of the late QuadrigaCX CEO Gerald Cotton, customers are unlikely to recover their funds locked inside the exchange’s cold-storage crypto wallets, reports Global News, April 19, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-21 09:00 | |
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Austria Mulls Elimination of Internet Anonymity; Offenders Could Be Fined Millions of Euros
Internet users in Austria could soon find it impossible to comment on online forums anonymously as the country’s government looks to do away with internet anonymity, reports local media outlet Der Standard, April 18, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-21 21:00 | |
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India: RBI Omits Cryptocurrency-Based Projects from Fintech Regulatory Sandbox
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on April 18, 2019, published the terms of its fintech-focused regulatory sandbox. While the report highlights the importance of blockchain technology for various applications, it explicitly rejects all sorts of cryptocurrency-based businesses from being included in the sandbox. дальше »
2019-4-20 21:00 | |
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Bakkt Wants New York Crypto License to Appease Regulatory Bodies, Sources Say
Intercontinental Exchange Inc. (ICE,) the company behind the highly-anticipated bitcoin trading platform Bakkt has turned to U. S. state watchdogs to get the stalled project the necessary regulatory approvals. дальше »
2019-4-19 14:00 | |
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Binance Chain Goes Live; Exchange Gives Details on BNB Token Swap
According to a Bloomberg report published April 18, 2019, Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by reported volume, has launched its own blockchain called Binance Chain to encourage crypto startups to issue their tokens directly on the trading platform. дальше »
2019-4-19 13:53 | |
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Enterprise Ethereum Alliance Teams up with Major Firms to Launch Token Taxonomi Initiative
The Enterprise Ethereum Alliance (EEA) on April 17, 2019, announced the launch of a blockchain-neutral Token Taxonomy Initiative which will address the need for establishing universal and easy to comprehend definitions for digital tokens. дальше »
2019-4-19 21:00 | |
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Accenture and GEB Partner to Use DLT For Employee Benefits Sector
A Forbes report published April 16, 2019, states that multinational management consulting giant Accenture has partnered with Generali Employee Benefits (GEB) to develop a robust blockchain solution for employee benefits sector. дальше »
2019-4-19 19:00 | |
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Financier with Links to Russian Oligarch Launches Crypto Derivative Hedge Fund
According to a BloombergQuint report published April 17, 2019, Gerald Banks, a financier who has in past managed part of a Russian oligarch’s business venture is set to open a cryptocurrency derivative fund. дальше »
2019-4-18 17:00 | |
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Israeli Startup Sirin Labs Lays off 15 Employees Due to Poor Sales
Israeli tech startup Sirin Labs, which launched the world’s first blockchain smartphone called Finney last year has laid off 15 of their total 60 employees, as reported by Globes on April 15, 2019. Sirin Labs Fires 25 Percent of its Workforce Sirin Labs, an Israeli tech startup that roped in football stalwart Lionel Messi toRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-18 13:00 | |
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All you Need to Know about the Token Taxonomy Act
The tax treatment of cryptocurrencies has been a matter of constant back and forth since their inception. On one end, regulators argue that digital currencies are no different than traditional equity stocks which put them in the same bag as government-approved securities. дальше »
2019-4-18 09:00 | |
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Russian Lawmakers Approve Bill Seeking Increased Government Control on the Internet
A report published by ABC News on April 16, 2019, states that Russia’s lower chamber of parliament has passed a bill that gives more power to the Russian government over the country’s Internet traffic. дальше »
2019-4-18 01:00 | |
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Ernst & Young (EY) Unveils Ethereum Blockchain-Based Nightfall Protocol
Accounting giant Ernst & Young (EY) on April 16, 2019, announced its private transaction blockchain protocol called “Nightfall” on the public Ethereum network. Taking the Road Less Traveled Although blockchain technology is still very much in its infancy, companies the world over are not shy to use it in innovative ways. дальше »
2019-4-17 14:50 | |
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Blockchain Technology is the Focal Point of Ohio Healthcare IT Day
The US state of Ohio, in its 132nd General Assembly, passed Senate Bill 220 which essentially places it as a national policy leader on the use of blockchain technology. This according to a report published April 16, 2019, by AI Thority. дальше »
2019-4-17 13:00 | |
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French Finance Minister to Propose Uniform Crypto Regulation to EU Partners
France looks determined to push for regulation of cryptocurrencies in Europe as its Finance Minister, Bruno Le Maire said on April 15, 2019, that he will urge his European Union partners to set up a uniform crypto regulatory infrastructure, Reuters reports. дальше »
2019-4-16 21:00 | |
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Gemini Exchange Implements SegWit Protocol for Bitcoin Wallet
According to a Medium post published April 15, 2019, Winklevoss brothers-backed Gemini cryptocurrency exchange has completed the SegWit upgrade of its Bitcoin wallet. Gemini Upgrades to SegWit Protocol The Winklevoss brothers’ affinity for cryptocurrencies is no secret. дальше »
2019-4-16 19:07 | |
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Research: Autonomous Trading Bots Could Be Manipulating Billions of Dollars on Centralized Exchanges
A research paper published by Cornell Tech and several other universities states that “flash boys” trading bots are likely behind cryptocurrency trading manipulation on a number of exchange platforms, reports Bloomberg, April 15, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-16 19:00 | |
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Real Madrid Sign a Deal with Blockchain-Based Collectibles Platform
Spanish football club Real Madrid has signed a business deal with Fantastec SWAP, a blockchain-based football collectibles app, reports SportsPro, April 12, 2019. Hala Blockchain Blockchain-powered businesses are slowly making their presence felt on the football pitch as it was reported that one of the world’s most commercially successful football clubs, Real Madrid has enteredRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-14 09:00 | |
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International Chamber of Commerce Partners with Blockchain Firm Perlin
According to a press release published April 12, 2019, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has partnered with blockchain firm Perlin to propel the adoption of the nascent technology among the 45 million member businesses it represents in more than 130 countries. дальше »
2019-4-12 21:00 | |
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Social Media Sites Still Popular Among U.S. Adults Despite Data Leak Concerns
A survey by Pew Research Center conducted from January 8, 2019, to February 7, 2019, posits that despite the spike in controversies over data privacy, fake news, and censorship on social media, the number of U. дальше »
2019-4-12 15:00 | |
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South Korea Crypto-Exchange Bithumb Reports $180 Million 2018 Losses
South Korea-based cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb suffered a mammoth loss of $180 million (205 billion Korean won) in 2018, reports The Korea Times, April 10, 2019. A Series of Unfortunate Events Although the current sentiment in the crypto market has a slightly positive shade to it, things were not so hunky-dory in 2018 and, the financial results reportedRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-12 13:00 | |
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Blockstack Files for $50 Million SEC-Regulated Token Offering
Blockstack Token LLC has filed an offering statement with the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to conduct a $50 million token offering later this year using the financial watchdog’s Regulation A+ framework. дальше »
2019-4-12 11:52 | |
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Binance Partners with Blockchain Security Firm CipherTrace, Bolsters AML Measures
Malta-based cryptocurrency exchange Binance announced that they have partnered with blockchain security firm CipherTrace to bolster their anti-money laundering (AML) measures. This according to a Binance Blog post on April 11, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-12 11:45 | |
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Bittrex CEO: IEOs Could Be Larger than the ICOs of 2017
According to a Bloomberg report published April 11, 2019, Initial Exchange Offerings (IEOs) have emerged as the preferred way of raising funds for the majority of new startups in the blockchain and crypto space. дальше »
2019-4-12 21:00 | |
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New York: NYFDS Rejects Bittrex’s BitLicense Application
On April 10, 2019, the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) rejected Bittrex cryptocurrency exchange’s application seeking the coveted BitLicense. The BitLicense would have allowed the exchange to operate in one of the world’s most significant financial hotspots. дальше »
2019-4-11 15:26 | |
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VC Firm Accomplice to Lead O(1) Labs Series A Fundraise
San Francisco-based venture capital firm Accomplice announced on April 9, 2019, that it would lead the O(1) Labs Series A fundraiser. Notably, O(1) Labs is the firm behind the highly-acclaimed blockchain protocol called Coda. дальше »
2019-4-11 15:00 | |
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Coinbase Introduces Security Measures to Safeguard Users’ Login Credentials
According to the Coinbase blog published April 9, 2019, U. S. cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is set to bolster its security measures with the implementation of multiple layers of protection against credential stuffing attacks. дальше »
2019-4-11 20:00 | |
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Binance DEX and Singapore Fiat-to-Crypto Exchange Coming this April
On April 4, 2019, cryptocurrency exchange Binance announced that its decentralized exchange (DEX) is set to go live this month. The Malta-based exchange also stated that its Singapore offshoot is poised to become operational in April 2019. дальше »
2019-4-7 09:00 | |
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Barclays, RBS, and Others Form Consortium to Trial Blockchain in Real Estate
Barclays, Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), and Clifford Chance LLP are three of the 40 companies that have formed a consortium to trial blockchain technology in the real estate industry for greater efficiency, speed, and transparency, reports Bloomberg, April 4, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-7 21:00 | |
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Finland: Report Finds Basic Income Recipients Happier Than Their Counterparts
Unemployed people derive considerable psychological benefits from receiving a minimum fixed amount of financial aid from the state, reports Bloomberg on April 4, 2019. Finland Pilots a Basic Income Experiment Minimum income for the unemployed has become one of the most talked about issues of the 21st century. дальше »
2019-4-7 21:00 | |
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Cryptocurrency Tax Software CryptoTrader.Tax Announces Integration with TurboTax
According to a press release published April 4, 2019, Missouri-based tech start-up, CryptoTrader. Tax has successfully integrated with commercially successful tax software Intuit TurboTax. File Crypto Taxes in Minutes Many would agree that doing taxes is a tedious and complicated process. дальше »
2019-4-6 21:00 | |
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Belgium: FSMA Blacklists Seven More Crypto-Related Fraudulent Websites
On April 4, 2019, Belgium’s financial watchdog, the Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA), announced that it had updated a blacklist of cryptocurrency-related websites associated with crimes such as fraud. дальше »
2019-4-5 19:00 | |
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India: Despite the Uncertain Future, One Man Is Spearheading the Fight for Cryptocurrency Regulations
India’s embryonic crypto industry continues to backpedal as on March 29, 2019, the country’s apex court postponed the hearing on cryptocurrency regulations until the second week of July. One Man, 153 Days The reluctant stance from both the government and the judicial bodies has without a shadow of a doubt stunted the growth of theRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-5 01:00 | |
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Algo-Based Trading Might Have More Impact on Crypto Prices Than Expected
According to a report published by Bloomberg on April 3, 2019, algorithmic hedge funds might be the agents that have caused the price of bitcoin to skyrocket in the past couple of days. Algorithms May Have Caused Potential Price Jump Bitcoin, the premier cryptocurrency which accounts for roughly 50 percent of the total market capRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-4 21:00 | |
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FCC Member Demands Regulators’ Take Location Data Breaches Seriously
An op-ed published on April 2, 2019, by The New York Times, highlights the need for urgent Federal attention of data breaches. Written by Geoffrey Starks, a member of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the opinion editorial notes how easy it is for corporate giants to collect and sell their user’s data to advertising companiesRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-4-4 19:00 | |
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Financial Supervisory Authority of Finland to Supervise Cryptocurrency Exchange LocalBitcoins
On March 25, 2019, international peer-to-peer (P2P) cryptocurrency exchange platform LocalBitcoins announced through a blog post that it would soon come under the purview of the anti-money laundering (AML) law supervised by the Financial Supervisory Authority (FSA) of Finland. дальше »
2019-3-26 18:00 | |
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Bitmain’s IPO Filing Expires; New CEO Appointed
Bitmain’s initial public offer (IPO) application with the Hong Kong stock exchange (HKEX) officially expired on March 25, 2019, a Twitter user with the name Dovey Wan noted. With this, Bitmain’s ambitions for an IPO in Hong-Kong have officially come to an undesired end. дальше »
2019-3-26 14:00 | |
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How Crypto and Blockchain Lobbyists Are Doing Their Bit to Propel the Industry
For every emerging industry to taste mainstream success, support from the existing government regimes is a must. To put weight on this claim, one need not look any further than the Internet during the 90s. дальше »
2019-3-26 02:00 | |
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Report: U.S. Cryptocurrency Exchanges Account for Over a Quarter of Global Bitcoin Trade
Citing a report from blockchain data firm Bitwise, Bloomberg reported on March 23, 2019, that contrary to the previously held assumptions, cryptocurrency exchanges in the U. S. handle as much as 29 percent of global bitcoin trade. дальше »
2019-3-25 18:00 | |
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Western Union to Leverage Stellar Blockchain Courtesy of New Partnership
Popular international payments company Western Union has entered into a partnership with Thunes, a cross-border payments fintech startup, reports Finextra, March 21, 2019. The newly forged alliance allows Western Union customers to transfer funds directly into the recipient’s mobile wallet around the world. дальше »
2019-3-25 11:00 | |
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Here’s How Brexit Could Propel the Irish Blockchain Ecosystem
According to a report by Irish Tech News published March 23, 2019, Blockchain Ireland, the body that aims to foster the development of the local blockchain ecosystem in Ireland, has officially launched Blockchain Ireland Week in the cities of Dublin, Cork, Sligo, and Galway. дальше »
2019-3-25 02:00 | |
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Japan: SBI Holdings Announces Entry into Crypto Mining Chips Business
Japan-based financial services giant SBI Holdings on March 22, 2019, announced that it has established a new cryptocurrency mining sister company named SBI Mining Chip Co. Ltd. (SBIMC). The newly christened company will manufacture and develop crypto mining chips and mining equipment. дальше »
2019-3-24 22:00 | |
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U.S. Customs Representative Identifies Use-Case for Blockchain in Travel Security
A representative from the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency has espoused his views on blockchain technology and how it could be used for biometric tracking in the travel security industry, as per reports from Skift, March 21, 2019. дальше »
2019-3-24 02:00 | |
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US: Blockchain Being Tested to Track Unaccompanied Children
Blockchain technology is being tested by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to track unaccompanied minors when they enter Federal custody. This according to a report by Meri Talk published March 21, 2019, Humanitarian Tech Blockchain technology’s immense malleability has enabled it to consistently find unique use-cases, whether it is in keepingRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-3-23 18:00 | |
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$4 Billion Cryptocurrency Fraud Suspect Alexander Vinnik Files Appeal for Extradition to Russia
Alexander Vinnik, a Russian national suspected of orchestrating a $4 billion bitcoin fraud has lodged an appeal with a Greek court for his extradition to Russia, this according to Greek media outlet Kathimerini, March 21, 2019. дальше »
2019-3-23 10:00 | |
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China: Beijing Finance Industry Association Dubs ICOs, STOs, IEOs Illegal
According to March 21, 2019, public notice by the Beijing Internet Finance Industry Association, any participation in “solicited illegal financial activities” like initial coin offerings (ICOs), security token offerings (STOs) and initial exchange offerings (IEOs) could result in severe punishment. дальше »
2019-3-22 20:00 | |
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