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IBMR and Blockchain Firm Algorand Launch Microfinance Platform
12.12.2019
IBMR and Algorand are jointly launching a microfinance platform and a dedicated token to promote financial inclusion in Southeast Asia
Andreessen Horowitz now has a free crypto school
12.12.2019
CoinMarketCap Daily Newsletter Your daily newsletter for 12 December, 2019 “The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.” - Aristotle In today's newsletter, we will be covering: VC firm Andreesson Horowitz (a16z)'s free 7-week crypto school A French-regulated […]
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VC Firm Andreessen Horowitz Announces Instructors at Free Crypto School
11.12.2019
VC firm Andreessen Horowitz shared a list of instructors for its free, seven-week crypto startup school, scheduled to kick off in February 2020
Sweden’s Financial Authority Approves Swiss Crypto ETP Provider Amun
11.12.2019
On December 10, Switzerland-based firm Amun AG announced the company’s base prospectus has been approved by the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (SFSA). The ETP provider said it has extensive plans to expand its digital asset ETPs throughout Europe, while Sweden shows “strong...
CBD Coffee Company Leverages Censorship-Resistant Nature of Crypto
11.12.2019
On December 8, the U.S.-based coffee firm that uses cannabidiol (CBD) in its product, Crazy Calm, launched a promotion that aims to send $5 per order to the charity EatBCH. The founder of Crazy Calm, Matt Aaron, also detailed that the startup wanted to leverage the payment processor Shopify but...
Binance Futures Hits $2.7B All-Time High as Firm Adds Futures on iOS
9.12.2019
Binance rolls out BTC and ETH futures trading on iOS as its futures platform hits an ATH of $2.7 billion
Bitcoin Faces Firm Resistance Above $7,400 and Holds Bearishness
6.12.2019
Bitcoin price trades above $7,200 and $7,300 after having dropped near to $7,000 BTC price soared as high as $7,772.62 in the past five days, but currently faces resistance at $7,400 followed by $7,500 The currency continues to trade in the selling zone; gains support from 5-day EMA and SMA Bitcoin...
Kadena Blockchain Taps Healthcare Data Firm to Track Medical Cannabis Product
6.12.2019
The first application on Kadena's public blockchain is a tracking platform for CBD oil
Tron and Poloniex Relationship Scrutinized After Digibyte Delisting
6.12.2019
The crypto firm Circle recently revealed that it was spinning off the trading platform Poloniex and has since warned customers to withdraw assets or they may be sent to state governments. Following the announcement, the founder of the crypto network Digibyte (DGB), Jared Tate, explained he...
Crypto Cybersecurity Firm Ledger Hires In-House Security Officer As New CTO
5.12.2019
Ledger has hired an in-house security officer as chief technology officer to oversee the company’s security operations
Pomp Joins Figure’s Board as Firm Completes $103M Funding Round
5.12.2019
Morgan Creek Digital’s co-founder Pomp joins Figure’s board as his company leads the $103 funding round
Stack Overflow VP Joins Crypto Lending Firm as Chief Product Officer
5.12.2019
Crypto lending firm Unchained Capital has hired Will Cole of the Wyoming Blockchain Task Force as its new chief product officer
Pompliano Joins Board of Blockchain-Based Lending Firm After $103M Raise
5.12.2019
Blockchain-based consumer lender Figure added Morgan Creek Digital’s Anthony “Pomp” Pompliano to its board following a $103 million funding round
Canada-Based Crypto Mining Firm Great North Data Files for Bankruptcy
5.12.2019
Crypto mining company Great North Data has reportedly submitted bankruptcy documents, listing millions in liabilities
EU Confirms its Firm Stance on All Stablecoins, Not Facebook's Libra Only
5.12.2019
The EU has taken a firm stance on stablecoins. But a senior government official in Lithuania says the move will not stop stablecoin operators from proceeding with their plans as the EU is not against innovations and simplified payments.
Today, the Council and the commission adopted a joint...
Dogecoin Faces a Firm Resistance Above 0.0023; Hits a Fresh 30-day Low
5.12.2019
Dogecoin gives a fresh 30-day low around $0.0021 price area The coin is supported by the 10-day & 50-day MA after rising from $0.0020 There has been a rapid fall of Dogecoin value in 5 days from $0.0023 to $0.0021 Dogecoin trades with moderate volatility just like any other altcoin in...
Japanese Firm Good Luck 3 Raises 100,000 USD in Crowdfunding Campaign
4.12.2019
Having established itself as one of Japan’s renowned blockchain, entertainment, and production management studio, Good Luck 3, Inc. has started a Crowdfunding campaign through “FUNDINNO.” The strategically planned event was organized on November 27, 2019. Good Luck 3 is the proud creator of social...
Canadian Venture Capital Firm Secured $320 Million to Invest in Fintech Startups
4.12.2019
Canadian VC firm secured $320 million to make investments in fintech startups around the world, with a particular focus on Canada
Former CFTC Chair to Remain Focused on Crypto and Blockchain at New Law Firm
3.12.2019
Former CFTC chairman joins New York-based law firm where he will reportedly continue to advocate for the U.S. digital dollar
Ex-CFTC Chair Giancarlo to Push for Digital Dollar in New Role at White-Shoe Law Firm
2.12.2019
Christopher Giancarlo has joined law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher as its new senior counsel, where the former CFTC chief intends to continue advocating for a digital dollar and other policies