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Freedom Fighting Atilis Gym Chooses to Accept Crypto Donations- BCH Supporters Set Gym Up With an Uncensorable Fundraiser
18.1.2021
After the co-owner of the Atilis Gym in New Jersey appeared on TV and told the public the state confiscated over $173k from the gym owner’s bank account, Ian Smith revealed Atilis Gym has now set up a crypto wallet. Smith explained that a number of people didn’t want to donate using...
DeFi lending and borrowing, explained
18.1.2021
As DeFi protocols continue to garner mainstream traction, here’s an introduction to how lending and borrowing work on these platforms
Ethereum 2.0 Explained in 4 Easy Metrics
8.1.2021
With the launch of every new blockchain comes a new block explorer website to understand
Colombian Financial Watchdog Says Local Firms Can Use Capital to Buy Bitcoin
5.1.2021
The Superintendency of Corporations in Colombia has explained in an official note that companies in the country are legally allowed to buy cryptocurrencies, specifically bitcoin (BTC), to inject capital as long as they abide by local regulations. Colombian Watchdog: Local Firms Can Use Capital...
JPMorgan Warns of Bitcoin Correction, Describing BTC as Overbought
22.12.2020
JPMorgan’s analysts have warned about the odds of a bitcoin correction which would increase if the flows into Grayscale’s bitcoin trust slow significantly. The analysts indicated that bitcoin is “overbought.” JPMorgan Reveals Bitcoin’s Outlook The analysts at JPMorgan...
Why contests are better than grants for a healthy crypto community
20.12.2020
Grant programs have their flaws — they often lack transparency and shut out good ideas. Here’s why contests are a compelling alternative
Mad Money’s Jim Cramer Buys Bitcoin, Reveals Strategy to Increase Holdings
16.12.2020
Jim Cramer, the host of Mad Money and co-founder of The Street, has bought some bitcoin with the intention to keep increasing his holdings. He explained his purchase strategy and said there’s no reason not to wait for bitcoin’s price to come down again. Jim Cramer Bought Bitcoin...
Dangers of hosting your own Eth2 node, explained
3.12.2020
Hosting an Eth2 node is a big responsibility — and if things go wrong, this could result in some painful penalties
The challenges of Eth2 staking, explained
2.12.2020
Eth2 staking has its downsides — people may not have the means to contribute 32 ETH, or the technical knowhow to run a node. Can these issues be solved?
CME Group Outpaces Competition Becoming the World’s Largest Bitcoin Futures Market
29.11.2020
Financial derivatives products for bitcoin have grown massively during the last few months. On Friday evening (EST), Arcane Research explained that the Chicago Mercantile Exchange has surpassed Okex as the largest bitcoin futures provider. The regulated derivatives market at CME has doubled month...
How to Answer Your Family’s Bitcoin Questions This Thanksgiving
25.11.2020
With bitcoin in sight of its all-time high, your no-coiner family and friends are sure to be full of questions this holiday season. CoinDesk has the answers you need, courtesy of a few well-placed friends
CFTC’s New Rules Cause Coinbase to Stop Offering Crypto Margin Trading
25.11.2020
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is disabling its margin trading product in order to comply with the new rules set by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). CFTC’s Rules Affecting Margin Trading Offerings Coinbase’s chief legal officer, Paul Grewal, explained in a blog post...
SEC Chairman Jay Clayton Explains US Crypto Regulation, Calls Bitcoin a Store of Value
23.11.2020
The chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has explained how the U.S. government is regulating cryptocurrency. He calls bitcoin a store of value, noting that its rise is driven by the inefficiencies of the current payment system. How Bitcoin Is Regulated in the US...
Crypto cross-border payments, explained
20.11.2020
What are the main advantages that crypto can offer when making cross-border payments, and what are the main challenges for consumers?
Scaramucci’s Billion-Dollar Mega Hedge Fund Skybridge ‘May Hold Positions’ in Bitcoin
17.11.2020
In a filing registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the giant global investment firm Skybridge Capital explained that the fund Skybridge G II may invest in digital currencies like bitcoin. On November 13, the New York-based company with $7.7 billion assets under...
Cheese Bank's multi-million dollar hack explained by security firm
16.11.2020
Nefarious parties are using flashloans in conjunction with stablecoins to steal DeFi funds from platforms
Stanley Druckenmiller Owns Bitcoin, Calls It Attractive Store of Value
10.11.2020
Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller has revealed that he owns bitcoin, calling it an asset class that has a lot of attraction as a store of value and could be a better investment than gold. Stan Druckenmiller Owns Bitcoin Stanley Druckenmiller revealed on Monday that he owns bitcoin...
Transaction fees, explained
1.11.2020
Why do blockchains need transaction fees — and which networks allow crypto to be transferred less expensively? This explained article takes a look
An Internet for Humans: Proof-of-Personhood Explained
27.10.2020
Identity is one of our most fundamental human rights. In the age of surveillance, commodification and centralization, it is under threat
Why low latency is important for cryptocurrency exchanges, explained
23.10.2020
Low latency is essential for high-end cryptocurrency traders, but not all exchanges can offer it. We’ll explore why it’s important and where to find it