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110 Cryptocurrency Exchanges Want to Launch in Japan – A Look at Recent Changes
9.7.2019
Following G20 meetings, where Japan led several discussions regarding crypto assets, the country’s top financial regulator told news.Bitcoin.com that 110 crypto exchanges are now interested in launching in Japan. The country recently passed a new cryptocurrency bill, and some approved crypto...
StellarX Lists Fiat Backed XLM Offered By Token.io With Support From Its Founder
9.7.2019
Crypto Exchange StellarX announced on Monday that it has listed XLM offered by Token.io, backed by fiat currencies in 1:1 ratio. The listing was done with support from Token.io founder and CEO Steve Kirsch. We're excited to announce that we've recently listed new 1:1 fiat backed XLM tokens...
The Crypto Market Sentiment Improved, More Gains Likely
9.7.2019
In the past three sessions, bitcoin price gained significant bullish momentum from the USD 11,400 support base. BTC/USD broke the key USD 12,000, USD 12,200 and USD 12,500 resistance levels to move into a positive zone. Looking at major altcoins, ethereum and bitcoin cash showed positive signs,...
Crypto Industry in Numbers: How Does Q2 2019 Compare to the Past
9.7.2019
Beyond the bitcoin rally, the blockchain industry pulled off a spectacular performance in the second quarter of the year
Polish Crypto Exchange Bitmarket Suddenly Shuts Down
9.7.2019
Polish cryptocurrency exchange Bitmarket has just shut down without warning, citing "loss of liquidity."
Bittorrent, Tron Launch Crypto-Powered 'Speed’ Downloading Software
9.7.2019
Peer-to-peer torrent client BitTorrent has launched its downloads optimization software, BitTorrent Speed, with native token functionality
SEC And FINRA Releases Statement On Crypto Custodian Delay
9.7.2019
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has to bear a lot of stress from digital currency firms for delaying the approval of the proposals on Crypto Custodian. In the last few months, SEC has received many applications from the crypto firms for broker-dealer and exchange-traded funds. Both...
SEC & FINRA Announce New Rules for Crypto Brokers
9.7.2019
Two of America’s top financial regulators, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) have announced that brokers looking to offer cryptocurrency securities will have to comply with existing securities laws, including customer protection...
US SEC and FINRA Issue Statement on Crypto Custody Issues
8.7.2019
The U.S. SEC and FINRA issued a joint statement on compliance issues for cryptocurrency custodians
Brazil Requires New Diplomats to Know About Blockchain and Crypto
8.7.2019
In Brazil, new diplomats will now have to know about cryptocurrencies and blockchain
SEC, FINRA Issue Explanation of Crypto Custodian Approval Delay
8.7.2019
The SEC and FINRA are examining issues such as custody and investor protections before they can approve broker-dealer applications by crypto startups, the agencies said
Swap and Track BCH on the New Shapeshift Suite for Noncustodial Crypto Management
8.7.2019
Shapeshift, the company that allows traders worldwide to exchange hundreds of cryptocurrency pairs launched its new crypto platform that now offers an integrated suite of digital asset management in a noncustodial fashion. The firm believes the latest release offers a true end-to-end solution that...
Crypto Ponzi Scheme Says It Has ‘No Cash to Pay out’ to Upset Investors
8.7.2019
Hundreds of locals who used to eagerly gather outside the Bitcoin Wallet office in Ladysmith, South Africa are now mobbing the office to demand their money back
Bitstamp Crypto Exchange Sets Up Lightning Network Node
8.7.2019
Bitstamp cryptocurrency exchange set up its own Lightning Network node in a move to boost the network’s capabilities
Ripple’s XRPL Labs Announces New Xumm Application For Storing Fiat And Digital Currencies
8.7.2019
Ripple powered Xpring’s XRPL Labs has announced a new application called Xumm, which will allow users to store fiat and digital currencies in the wallet account, without any intervention from banks. In other words, Xumm offers banking services without banks getting involved. XRPL Labs’...
Binance Launches A Giveaway Contests As It Approaches Its Second Anniversary
8.7.2019
Binance Exchange is known for its exciting giveaways, and this time it is for a special occasion. The network turns two the coming Sunday, and it plans to celebrate it with a giveaway. In a tweet on Monday, Binance announced that it would giveaway 200 BNB tokens, 100 Yubikeys, and 100 Binance...
XR Web Announces Its First Initial Exchange Offering (IEO)
8.7.2019
In the last few years, Initial Exchange Offering (IEO) has emerged as a popular way to launch a cryptocurrency. The special convenience IEO provides to the exchange buyers is the special price that one can have while purchasing the project tokens and then selling the same tokens at higher prices...
Singapore Suggests Waiving GST On Cryptocurrencies Used As Exchange Medium
8.7.2019
Singaporean taxation body, the Inland Revenue Authority Of Singapore (IRAS) has suggested that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) must be lifted on all cryptocurrencies used as a medium of exchange. It published an e-draft titled “Digital Payment Tokens,” which asks the government to exempt...
Indian Police to Get Special Training to Spot Crypto Scams
8.7.2019
A new training session seeks to create "domain expertise" for cryptocurrency related crimes
Who Are the Real Thieves? Danish Authorities Seize 3 Ferraris in Tax Evasion Crackdown
8.7.2019
Last week Danish authorities seized three Ferraris belonging to a large Copenhagen-based business allegedly seeking to avoid VAT. With the largest bank in Denmark—Danske Bank—also being embroiled in a tax avoidance scandal last year, it seems timely to explore the common libertarian...