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Vonage Subsidiary Receives Patent to Secure Voice Communications With Blockchain
A Vonage subsidiary has been awarded a patent for a blockchain-based system for securing and storing voice communications
дальше »2019-3-14 23:45
Brexit Beatdown Adds to Pressure on US Stock Market
Brexit, Brexit, and more Brexit. UK readers will probably be desperate to stop talking about bloody Brexit. Well, the end-game appears to be in motion. Theresa May put her withdrawal deal to a vote in UK Parliament, and it was overwhelmingly rejected by lawmakers. дальше »
2019-3-13 23:34
UK Consumers Still Largely Clueless About Cryptocurrency: FCA Researches
The vast majority of UK consumers are still largely clueless about cryptocurrencies, and only a few of those who have invested in these have actually completed “deep research” before purchasing, according to a new consumer research produced by Kantar TNS and released earlier this week by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the UK’s financial regulatory […] The post UK Consumers Still Largely Clueless About Cryptocurrency: FCA Researches appeared first on Coinjournal. дальше »
2019-3-10 19:05
97% of Brits Don’t Own Crypto, Don’t Plan on Buying Bitcoin Either
A new report from the United Kingdom’s primary financial regulator suggests we’re still a long way from a cryptocurrency revolution. According to the report, only 3 percent of people in the UK have bought cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-3-8 17:10
Bitcoin’s Lightning Torch Global Transaction Hits Iran After Censorship Concerns
The Lightning Torch transaction relay using Bitcoin’ and the Lightning Network has crossed the border to Iran, days after complaints about censorship among participants. Satoshis Over Censorship Lightning Torch, which involves Bitcoin users passing around a transaction on the Lightning Network, adding funds and sending it forward, has gained significant interest since it began its journey in January. дальше »
2019-3-4 11:00
British Broadcasters Battle Netflix for the Future of Television
The world is enamored with Netflix and this hasn’t gone unnoticed in the U.K. where the two leading TV companies have come together to create a competitor for the American powerhouse. While this might appear a strange partnership at first glance, it actually makes a lot of sense when looked at from the point of view of the two British broadcasters Fighting Back Against Netflix Dominance The motivation for the creation of Britbox is many-fold, but one key driver must have been the BBC’s and ITV’s knowledge that some of the most popular programs shown on Netflix are in fact The post British Broadcasters Battle Netflix for the Future of Television appeared first on CCN дальше »
2019-3-2 09:51
Crypto Exchange Gemini Joins British Telecom’s Radianz Cloud Broker Community
The BT Radianz Cloud broker community has been joined by Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins
дальше »2019-2-28 22:42
UK Auction House to Sell $400,000 in Dark Web Bitcoin
Wilsons Auction House in the UK will be hosting a cryptocurrency auction for roughly 315 coins. The coins are spread across Bitcoin, Bitcoin Gold, and Bitcoin Cash. A full day long, the auction will begin on February 28. дальше »
2019-2-23 01:45
British Financial Historian Niall Ferguson Says Bitcoin Is 'an Option on Digital Gold'
British economic and financial historian Niall Ferguson believes that Bitcoin is “an option to digital gold,” and a type of insurance
дальше »2019-2-14 23:00
Dow Gets Lost in the ‘Fog of Brexit’ as Stock Market Craters
The U. S. stock market declined sharply on Thursday after the Bank of England (BOE) slashed its growth outlook for 2019, citing underlying risks tied to Brexit. The United Kingdom is struggling to carve out a clear exit strategy from the European Union after Members of Parliament voted to reject Theresa May’s latest Brexit deal. дальше »
2019-2-7 19:52
UK Financial Watchdog: $255 Mln Lost in Crypto-Related, Other Investment Scams in 2018
The U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority has reported that common investment scams’ losses, including those crypto-related, amounted to over $255 million in 2018
дальше »2019-2-7 14:59
US Crypto Exchange Coinbase Launches Paypal Withdrawals Support for EU Users
Major U.S. crypto exchange and wallet provider Coinbase is launching support for European Union residents to make fiat currency withdrawals to online payment system PayPal
дальше »2019-2-5 16:46
Isle of Man Gov’t Executive Agency Forms Global Blockchain Office, Regulatory Sandbox
Digital Isle of Man, an executive agency for the Isle of Man’s government, has formed a global blockchain hub and regulatory sandbox
дальше »2019-2-5 16:24
Leading UK Bus and Train Service Partners with DOVU Blockchain
Blockchain has seen yet another innovative application as DOVU has teamed up with Go-Ahead Plc, a British transport service, to offer tokenized rewards to customers sharing their travel habits. This according to a report from TechCrunch, February 1, 2019. дальше »
2019-2-5 00:00
Binance launches new outpost in Jersey, UK and rolls out EUR\GPB Trading Pairs
Crypto-exchange giant Binance announced that it was opening new offices on the island of Jersey, United Kingdom, and has also established a EUR\GBP trading pair amongst others (Jan. 16, 2018). Expansion According to the company’s post, Binance. дальше »
2019-1-18 14:00
R3’s Corda Network Goes Live, is to be managed by Independent Corda Foundation Network
On January 16, 2019, R3 launched its Corda Network and announced the formation of the Corda Network Foundation what will manage its affairs. Arrival According to the announcement, the network will be managed by its new non-profit body, the Corda Network Foundation. дальше »
2019-1-17 20:00
My Online Security Discovers Spoofing Email Attack Masquerading As BBC’s Website to Generate Bitcoin
My Online Security, a UK-based cybersecurity website has discovered a spoofing attack which masquerades as the BBC‘s website, and redirects users to an affiliate bitcoin generation page and phishing platform, Security Intelligence reports on January 15. дальше »
2019-1-17 20:00
Pavel Durov Closes UK-Based Company Telegram Messenger LLP
Russian-born entrepreneur Pavel Durov is liquidating Telegram Messenger LLP, the Britain-based company behind the popular messaging service Telegram. The same entity is registered as the messenger’s operator in the Russian Federation, where Telegram is currently banned. дальше »
2019-1-12 23:10
British Regulators Ruminate on Crypto Rules While Standing Firm on Crypto Taxation
The bear market has given British regulators more time to consider crypto legislation, but not necessarily less reason to take a hard line, especially in terms of taxation
дальше »2018-12-27 16:00
At Least 340 UK Crypto or Blockchain Companies Ceased Operations in 2018, Report Finds
At least 340 blockchain or cryptocurrency companies were dissolved or liquidated this year in the U.K., nearly two and a half times more than last year
дальше »2018-12-25 20:00
Report: Over 300 British Blockchain Companies Shut Down in 2018
The demise of 2017’s cryptocurrency bull market, the rapid collapse of ICOs, and the fizzling out of corporate blockchain hype have made 2018 a challenging year for many startups operating in the crypto sector. дальше »
2018-12-24 14:30
UK tax agency releases guidance for crypto holders
On December 19, the United Kingdom’s tax agency released a comprehensive explanation of how it sees crypto assets and how individuals may be taxed on their holdings, CoinDesk reported. Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the government agency responsible for collecting taxes and overseeing other aspects of the nation’s coffers, explained that the report specifically […] дальше »
2018-12-19 19:21
UK Report Warns PMs Not to Crack Down Too Hard on Crypto
A new report on cryptocurrency regulation in the UK warns that “bad regulation is worse than no regulation at all,” the Telegraph reported on Monday. Experts cited in the report claim that an overly harsh crackdown on cryptocurrencies could break up the UK crypto market, causing companies to move to less regulated pastures to set […] The post UK Report Warns PMs Not to Crack Down Too Hard on Crypto appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2018-11-1 21:00
UK Considering Ban on Crypto Derivatives
On the heels of a report by a coalition of pro-blockchain groups and financial institutions warning UK officials not to over-regulate the industry, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is weighing whether or not to ban certain crypto-related derivatives. дальше »
2018-10-31 15:00
Regulatory Fears in the UK Might Have Caused the Price of Bitcoin (BTC) to Fall
On October 29th around 11:00 am GMT, the price of Bitcoin (BTC) suddenly plunged from comfortable levels of around $6,493 to $6,320 in a time span of 12 hours. Many crypto traders had assumed the streak of Bitcoin stability would continue until Bakkt started its operations later this December. дальше »
2018-10-30 16:02
Emma Integrates Crypto Exchanges into Money Management App
Emma, a London-based startup firm specializing in money management services, has launched cryptocurrency exchange integration for its new app. The platform, which the company describes as a kind of “financial advocate” service, is designed to help millennials gain a better understanding of their finances. дальше »
2018-10-18 21:30
How Many Is Too Many? UK Crypto Startup To Issue Stablecoin
London-Based Crypto Firm To Launch LBXPeg Stablecoin On Saturday, it was revealed that a lesser-known, yet well-established cryptocurrency startup has begun to eye the establishment of its own stablecoin, or in other words, a cryptocurrency that is tied to the value of an asset that exists outside of this nascent market. дальше »
2018-9-30 00:42
UK Crypto Scene Remains a ‘Wild West’ Amid Regulatory Uncertainty
It’s the word on the crypto community’s collective mind: Regulation. And for the U. K. ’s Right Honorable Nicky Morgan MP, Chair of the Treasury Committee, cryptocurrency is a wild “wild west. дальше »
2018-9-20 19:00
Coinbase Pro Launches Crypto Trading Support Using British Pounds (GBP)
With public adoption on the rise, cryptocurrency trading is expanding across the globe. On Sept. 7, Coinbase Pro will launch cryptocurrency trading support for its U.K.-based customers. Crypto Trading Pairs for GBP Introduced Coinbase Pro will introduce Ethereum (ETH), Ethereum Classic (ETC), Litecoin (LTC) and Bitcoin Cash (BCH) trading support using British pounds (GBP), according […] The post Coinbase Pro Launches Crypto Trading Support Using British Pounds (GBP) appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2018-9-6 13:00
Bitcoin ATM Card Goes Metal, Offering Cryptocurrency Cash Back
Revolut Metal is the latest offering from the United Kingdom-based digital bank, Revolut. It claims to return cryptocurrency cash back on purchases, higher withdrawal limits, and even a personal concierge service. дальше »
2018-8-24 14:10
India Bitconnect Head Arrested
Alleged India Bitconnect head, Divyesh Darji, was arrested this week at an airport in Delhi as he arrived from Dubai. He and conspirators are accused of bilking millions of dollars (Rs 88,000 crore) from Indian investors seeking to find financial refuge during the government’s demonetization campaign. дальше »
2018-8-20 21:40
How Will the UK Deal With Crypto After Brexit: Expert Take
What does Brexit mean for crypto in the U.K.?
дальше »2018-8-6 16:55
Coinbase Launches GBP Support
Leading cryptocurrency brokerage Coinbase announced the launch of GBP trading for UK-based customers, leveraging the platform’s freshly-minted e-money license issued by the UK Financial Conduct Authority. дальше »
2018-8-3 03:09
Coinbase expands its offering adds British pound wallets
Now its customers will have an opportunity to buy cryptos with the British Pound. One of the world’s major cryptocurrency trading platforms Coinbase is constantly trying to enhance its customers experience via offering them new opportunities and taking care about their needs. дальше »
2018-8-2 15:55
75% of Millennials are More Likely to Date Someone Who is Into Bitcoin
A recently conducted study has reportedly found that 75% of millennials would be more likely to date someone who possesses knowledge about cryptocurrencies. The survey comes amid apparently increasing fascination with millenials’ views regarding cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2018-7-31 21:45
Research: Only 5% of Brits Made Capital Gains Via Cryptocurrencies
Cryptocurrency enthusiasts worldwide don’t shy from sharing their support for the burgeoning asset class, voicing the inevitable disruption of traditional finance market as the use of cryptocurrencies increase. дальше »
2018-7-30 16:00
Report: 3 Million Brits Invested in Crypto via Exchanges, Few Sought Advice
According to a new study, about 3 million British investors have put money into crypto through online trading platforms and only 5 percent of them have been advised by professionals. The survey also found that 2. дальше »
2018-7-29 23:15
London Police Educated on Cryptocurrencies Amidst Money Laundering Concerns
Amidst rising fears of cryptocurrency growth as a terrorism-funding and money laundering vehicle, the city of London established an educational outlet for its Police force to understand digital currencies. дальше »
2018-7-25 11:00
UK Police seizes 2 Million USD in BTC from Drugs Trafficker
The Surrey County police department in the UK became the first in the country to confiscate more than 2 million dollars in Bitcoin (BTC), which they discovered after a careful investigation that lasted more than a one year. дальше »
2018-7-21 07:41
China to Lead International Standardization Research Group for IoT, Blockchain Tech
China to lead new research group for IoT and blockchain, promoting international standardization
дальше »2018-7-18 18:06
UK Set to Become a Blockchain and Crypto Economy Leader, New Report Says
The UK has all the resources to become a blockchain and crypto leader by 2022, new report says
дальше »2018-7-17 15:44
Report: United Kingdom Primed To Lead “Crypto Economy”
Reports suggest the U.K. may be en route to dominate the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry and join the ranks of Japan, Germany, and Malta. The post Report: United Kingdom Primed To Lead “Crypto Economy” appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2018-7-17 03:56
US Ranks as ‘Most Favorable’ Country for ICOs in Recent Report
U.S., Switzerland and Singapore ranked as top ‘most favorable’ countries for running an ICO
дальше »2018-7-15 23:30
London School of Economics Introduces Online Course on Crypto
London School of Economics is set to offer online course on cryptocurrency investing, starting in August 2018
дальше »2018-7-11 22:11
Five Countries Create Tax Enforcement Group, Will Tackle Crypto/Cyber ‘Threats’
The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has launched an international taskforce together with tax enforcement authorities from four other countries to take on cryptocurrency-enabled crimes, according to a press release published Monday, July 2. дальше »
2018-7-3 22:22
BitMEX Co-Founder Becomes Britain’s First Bitcoin Billionaire and Youngest Self-Made Billionaire
Ben Delo, co-founder of cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX is revealed as Britain’s first Bitcoin billionaire and youngest self-made billionaire. BitMEX, a Hong Kong-based cryptocurrency exchange was launched in 2014. дальше »
2018-7-3 14:00
27% of England’s Male Millennials Say Bitcoin Better Investment Than Property
Millennial Living in 2018: Insights for the UK ‘Build-to-Rent’ Sector, a study in conjunction with FTI Consulting, commemorates real estate group Get Living’s 5th anniversary. Focusing on millennials, it found significant portions turning away from traditional stores of value, such as property and home ownership, in favor of crypto assets. дальше »
2018-6-30 12:42
Third Largest Crypto Exchange Huobi Opens London Office, Sets OTC Trading for Q3 2018
Third largest crypto exchange Huobi opens new London office, expects to begin OTC trading tests in Q3 2018
дальше »2018-6-28 14:44
UK Regulators Question Exchanges as Bithumb News Spreads
The recent $30 Million hack of Bithumb has caused U. K. regulators to question the security of cryptocurrency exchanges, with exchanges operating in the U. K. coming under fire. 2018: The Year of Exchange Hacks? As the cryptocurrency market swells, the amount of exchange hacks has grown, in a direct correlation with the growth of active exchanges. дальше »
2018-6-22 00:30
MPs Say Lack of Cryptocurrency Regulations May Affect U.K
Crypto self-regulatory body CryptoUK has offered proof to a Treasury Select Committee and cautioned the UK government it must control the sector or risk missing out “on the largest technology since the internet. дальше »