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Swiss Bitcoin Bank: UBS, Credit Suisse Interest ‘Clearly Picked Up’
23.9.2019
“I don’t see a bubble right now. I see more serious business planning and solutions addressing client needs,” says UBS ex-CEO Peter Wuffli of the crypto sector
Crypto News From the German-Speaking World: Sept. 16–22 in Review
22.9.2019
This week’s select crypto and blockchain news from the German-speaking world, courtesy of Cointelegraph auf Deutsch
Retailers Around the World That Accept Crypto, From Pizza to Travel
22.9.2019
Cryptocurrency adoption is picking up speed. Now, you can spend your Bitcoin to buy a latte or a ticket to space. Here is a status check on the retailers across the globe that are accepting crypto
Two Firms to Build Blockchain-Based Solution for European Shipping
21.9.2019
Two trade documentation firms plan to put Europe’s barge shipping on the blockchain
Report: Global Blockchain Tech Market to Surpass $16B by 2024
21.9.2019
Global Market Insights projects that the global blockchain tech market will exceed $16 billion by 2024
NASA Looks to Hire Data Scientist With Crypto and DLT Background
21.9.2019
NASA looks to hire a data scientist with crypto and blockchain-related background, new job listing says
Esports, Cannabis and BCH: First AMA With Bitcoin.com CEO Stefan Rust
20.9.2019
Stefan Rust, the new CEO of Bitcoin.com, sat down to answer all your questions about his work and how furthering Bitcoin Cash adoption advances economic freedom to the world. During the hour-long AMA he talked about a wide range of topics, such as how bitcoin cash (BCH) can reach new audiences...
Verizon Awarded Patent for Blockchain-Based Virtual SIM Cards
20.9.2019
Leading communications and technology company Verizon has won a patent for blockchain-based virtual SIM cards
Facebook Set on 2020 Launch for Libra, Despite Regulators’ Pushback
20.9.2019
David Marcus, the head of Calibra at Facebook, has said he expects Libra will initially face user acceptance problems, rather than regulatory ones
CME Group to Launch Options on Bitcoin Futures in Q1 2020
20.9.2019
CME Group has announced plans to add options to its Bitcoin futures contracts in Q1 2020, pending regulatory review
Tech Startup Nebula Genomics Launches Blockchain-Based DNA Sequencing
20.9.2019
Nebula Genomics launches DNA sequencing on blockchain that doesn’t require customers’ personal information
Popular Smartphone Apps Are Adding Crypto Capabilities
20.9.2019
News of Japan messaging giant Line’s September 17 launch of an app-connected crypto exchange is captivating lots of attention in the crypto and tech industries this week. Other initially non-crypto apps are also entering the market, adding native tokens, tipping functions and cryptocurrency...
New IMF Blog Considers Pros and Cons of Adoption of Stablecoins
19.9.2019
The IMF outlines potential risks and benefits related to the adoption of new digital payment methods, including stablecoins
Iran Considers New System of Annual Registration for Crypto Miners
19.9.2019
Iran is considering a new system of annual registation for crypto miners in ongoing efforts to legitimize the industry
Korea: Opposition Party Boasts Pro-Crypto Policy in Contrast to Gov't
19.9.2019
South Korea's main opposition party, the Liberty Korea Party, will back the authorization of security token offerings in its new, pro-crypto policy
Arab Bank Switzerland Opens Bitcoin Custody, Brokerage Services
19.9.2019
Arab Bank Switzerland has become the latest Swiss institution to enter the digital assets sector
Atomars Announces Listing of Tron; Could Further Propel Adoption of TRX
19.9.2019
Founded in the year 2017, Tron is a distributed ledger platform and counted among one of the key players in the blockchain industry. The company is led by Justin Sun and has got many credible technology stalwarts in its list of core team members. The cryptocurrency used by the network is Tronix...
Taxation Isn’t Just Theft – It’s Bad for Crypto Adoption
18.9.2019
Crypto awareness is reaching levels almost unimaginable just years ago, with telecommunications giants, big banks, mainstream media, and even professional sports teams now discussing and flouting digital assets. AT&T now allows customers to pay their phone bills in bitcoin, Japanese SMS giant...
Turkey Announces Plans for National Blockchain Infrastructure
18.9.2019
The Turkish Ministry of Industry and Technology has announced plans to establish a national blockchain infrastructure
US FDA to Hold Meeting on Blockchain and AI in Food Traceability
18.9.2019
The FDA has set up a meeting with international stakeholders to discuss blockchain deployment in food tracking