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Government Official Updates Progress of India’s Cryptocurrency Law
4.8.2020
A government official has reportedly confirmed that a “note” regarding the legal framework for cryptocurrency in India has been forwarded to related ministries for inter-ministerial discussions. It would then be presented to the cabinet for approval. Status of Indian Crypto Bill...
New Asian Crypto Behemoth Blessed But Merger Delayed
4.8.2020
Japanese regulators have given their approval to a proposed merger between chat app giant Line and the Softbank-backed Yahoo Japan.
Per multiple media outlets, including Fn News, the Japan Fair Trade Commission, the government body responsible for regulating economic competition in the country...
What People Who Aren’t Bullish on Bitcoin Still Like About It
4.8.2020
Working with open-source software changes the development process, according to this researcher who interviewed hundreds of technologists across projects
‘High Probability’ Bitcoin Rises as USD Sinks to 2008 Levels — Trader
4.8.2020
The U.S. dollar is at risk of falling below the lower end of a 12-year trendline as some analysts argue that this may be a bullish turning point for Bitcoin price
First Mover: As Fed Nears Inflation Rubicon, Analysts See $50K Bitcoin in Play
4.8.2020
The Federal Reserve appears ready to pursue yet another untested strategy that could ultimately boost inflation – and possibly prices for bitcoin
Bitcoin Will Get Stronger After Crisis, Says US Congressman Emmer
4.8.2020
United States Representative Tom Emmer is confident about the bright future of Bitcoin and blockchain technology
INX Scales Down US IPO Target to $127M – Still Set to Be Crypto’s Largest
4.8.2020
The cryptocurrency and security token exchange has filed an updated IPO prospectus with the SEC, lowering the maximum expected raise and proposing a new launch date
Bitcoin Futures Interest Soars as Bond Yields Fall to Record Lows: Industry Exec
4.8.2020
Surging open interest in crypto derivatives suggests investors are seeking alpha in other investments, like bitcoin, said the co-founder of an index fund provider
Russian Lawyers Warn E-pay Laws May Have Knock-on Effects for Bitcoin
4.8.2020
A new Russian law banning anonymous fiat deposits in e-pay wallets like PayPal may have an effect on crypto users, legal experts in the country have warned.
A new law governing digital payment systems came into force in Russia on August 3. The law forces operators such as PayPal and domestic rivals...
Over 90% of ETH’s Supply Now in Profit
4.8.2020
More than 90% of ETH’s circulating supply is now in profit. The last time this level was observed was in early 2018 when the price of the cryptocurrency was $925. Research and analytics firm Glassnode reported Monday that the percentage of ETH’s supply in profit has reached a level...
Bitcoin and Altcoins Signaling Fresh Rally
4.8.2020
Bitcoin price is forming a strong support base above the USD 11,000 level. BTC is rising steadily and it is currently (08:30 UTC) trading above USD 11,200. If there is a clear break above USD 11,450, the price might accelerate higher towards the USD 12,000.
Similarly, most major altcoins are moving...
Stocks Crash Can Stop $11.3K Bitcoin Price ‘In Its Tracks’ — Report
4.8.2020
In its latest weekly report, Glassnode warns that despite strong network fundamentals, Bitcoin remains at risk of a macro-induced plunge
The 2020 Rainy Season Is Tougher Than Ever for China’s Bitcoin Miners
4.8.2020
Chinese bitcoin miners are usually happy this time of year because the monsoon season brings excessive rain and thus cheap hydro electricity. But this year has proved to be tougher than ever
McAfee Says NetWalker Ransomware Generated $25M Over 4 Months
4.8.2020
The millionaire profits put NetWalker as one of the most profitable pieces of ransomware during 2020
Government-Owned Swiss Bank Launching Crypto Trading and Custody Services
4.8.2020
Basler Kantonalbank (BKB), Switzerland’s eighth-largest bank, is getting into crypto through its subsidiary, Bank Cler. Owned by the Swiss Canton of Basel-City, BKB has total assets of approximately $49 billion. Swiss Canton Bank Launching Crypto Services Local Swiss government-owned...
Judge Orders Trial in France for Alleged BTC Launderer Alexander Vinnik
4.8.2020
Alexander Vinnik, the Russian national accused of laundering 300K Bitcoin through crypto exchange BTC-e, may now face trial in France
European Bitcoin Exchange Hacked for $1.4 Million, Claims It Cannot Afford to Repay Users
4.8.2020
2gether, a Spanish cryptocurrency trading platform, has been hacked for about $1.4 million and company executives claim that they do not have the money to repay customers. Chief executive officer Ramon Ferraz Estrada said over the course of several tweets on Monday that the breach of July...
Bitcoin’s 10% Drop Shrugged Off – Traders Expect More Big Dips On the Way Up
4.8.2020
Bitcoin investors are shrugging off the recent drop in value that saw a loss of over 10.9% on Sunday. A number of speculators believe the price is still very bullish but expect some more big dips along the way. Meanwhile, optimism has been cushioned as onchain statistics show that exchange...
Four-Year Anniversary of Bitfinex Hack, and $12M of Stolen BTC Moved
4.8.2020
Hackers transferred roughly $12M from wallets connected to the Bitfinex breach, in which 120,000 Bitcoin was stolen in August 2016
South Korean Politician Pushes for Tougher Crypto Exchange AML Rules
4.8.2020
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More restrictive anti-money laundering (AML) compliance measures could be incoming for South Korean crypto exchanges after a lawmaker lodged a private member’s bill in the National Assembly.
The National Assembly, South Korea’s parliament, will likely debate and vote...