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Testing Haven, OB1’s New Social Media and Crypto Marketplace App
30.7.2019
On Monday, OB1, the development team who created the crypto-infused marketplace Openbazaar, launched a new platform called Haven. The application is a mobile version of the Openbazaar marketplace, but also includes social media, end-to-end encrypted messaging, and noncustodial wallet services for...
Philippines’ UnionBank Launches Stablecoin, Conducts the Country’s First Bank Blockchain Transaction
30.7.2019
The group ran its first transaction between three rural banks in an effort to improve its remittance offerings
XBTO International Acquires License in Bermuda
30.7.2019
XBTO International, more commonly referred to as XBTOI, has now successfully received legal status in Bermuda. The global cryptocurrency finance company, XBTOI, has been granted a license by the BMA (Bermuda Monetary Authority) under the 2018 Digital Asset Business Act of the island, as per...
Meet the CEO of Blockchain Firm- Aqilliz: Gowthaman Ragothaman
30.7.2019
Gowthaman Ragothaman is all set to launch ‘Aqilliz.’ What is ‘Aqilliz’? Well, it is a blockchain solution provider. This firm has come into existence with the supportive collaboration with another blockchain company ‘Zilliqa,’ which is here to offer infrastructure for safe and measurable futuristic...
Philippines’ Biggest Bank has Unveiled its Own Digital Currency
29.7.2019
According to the latest reports, one of the biggest banks in the Philippines, called the Union Bank of the Philippines Inc., has introduced its digital currency. Thus, the bank which is more commonly referred to as UnionBank has now become the nation’s first bank to have conducted transactions...
Aegis Custody Gets Trust Company License in Hong Kong
29.7.2019
Aegis Custody Company Limited, widely referred to as Aegis Custody, has received a coveted license as the Trust Company for their business of digital asset custody. The license has been permitted by the Hong Kong Companies Registry of Trust and Company Services Providers. The company made...
The Guardian digital design system
29.7.2019
Here’s a fascinating look at The Guardian’s design system with a step-by-step breakdown of what's gone into it and what options are available to designers and developers. It shows us how the team treats colors, typography, layouts, and visual cues like rules and borders.
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Is India Getting Ready for 40 Years of Reverse Gear by Banning Cryptocurrency?
29.7.2019
Cryptocurrency industry, despite in its nascent stage, is roaring like a lion around the world. The blockchain revolution has allured so many countries around which include the world-leading powers as well as the developing ones. Every now and then, newer innovations are taking place in...
Calls Intensify for Indian Government to Regulate Cryptocurrency
29.7.2019
Since the Indian government unveiled a draft bill to ban cryptocurrency, the crypto community has ramped up its efforts to influence the government’s final decision. The community has plans to reach out to parliament members to show them how flawed the crypto recommendations the government...
Large Regulated Token Sales Indicate ICOs May Be Coming Back
28.7.2019
Initial coin offerings have seen a significant decline in popularity, but they are not to be written off completely. Although you don’t hear the term “ICO” so often nowadays, some recent regulatory developments indicate they have a place in the digital economy realm. Crowdfunding...
Market Outlook: Crypto Prices Consolidate as Economic Uncertainty Looms
28.7.2019
Digital currency markets have been meandering sideways for a few days as most of the top crypto prices have been consolidating. Some traders believe there will be a big bullish rise after the current slump, while others think crypto prices may sink even lower. Amidst the crypto market uncertainty...
Primary version of Node monitoring tool announced by Lightning Network Dev
28.7.2019
Lightning Network Dev publicizes about the Alpha version of network monitoring tool on 26th July. An extra sheet of blockchain network protocol is designed to provide Bitcoin with fast transaction speed. With this, Bitcoin and other networks will have a new monitoring tool for the nodes....
Blockchain Firm BUIDL Introduces a New AML Tool
27.7.2019
BUIDL, the Japan-based blockchain firm, has introduced a new tool called SHIEDL for digital currency exchanges in the previous week. SHIEDL is an AML (anti-money laundering) as well as CFT (counter financing of terrorism) tool. The address risk analysis tool SHIEDL helps calculate a particular...
Btc.top CEO Highlights the Benefits and ‘Golden Mean’ of Bitcoin Cash
27.7.2019
On July 23, the CEO of Btc.top, Jiang Zhuoer, debated Nchain’s chief scientist Craig Wright in regard to the civil war between BCH and BSV that took place in November. Amid the debate hosted by Bitkan, Zhuoer highlighted the top three advantages tied to the Bitcoin Cash ecosystem. During...
Crypto Exchanges Are Benefiting from Algorithmic Trading: Here’s How
27.7.2019
Matthew Trudeau, chief strategy officer at crypto asset exchange ErisX, responds to a recent article on high-frequency trading by CoinDesk
10,000 American Cryptocurrency Owners Will Receive Warning Letters From the IRS
27.7.2019
On July 26, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that the tax agency has started sending letters to American cryptocurrency owners advising them to pay their taxes. According to the organization, three types of letters will be sent to more than 10,000 taxpayers by the end of August....
Huobi Receives Digital Asset Trading License From Finance Ministry of Thailand
26.7.2019
Crypto enthusiasts in Thailand have a reason to rejoice. According to the latest reports, Huobi has now been granted the Digital Asset Trading License by the Finance Ministry of Thailand. The license has been given to the Thailand subsidiary of Huobi, called the Huobi Thailand, making it only...
Indian Government Official Resigns After Drafting ‘Flawed’ Crypto Bill
26.7.2019
The Indian government official who headed the committee which drafted the bill to ban cryptocurrencies has resigned after releasing the report and draft bill which the crypto community calls “flawed.” Meanwhile, the government has confirmed that cryptocurrency is currently...
Venezuelan Government Accused of Using Bitcoin to Bypass US Sanctions
25.7.2019
Nicolás Maduro and the United Socialist Party of Venezuela have been accused of circumventing financial blockades imposed by the U.S. government. According to local reports, Maduro’s regime evades sanctions with cryptocurrency alongside an airline application called Jetman Pay....
The Indian Crypto Dream Finally Coming to an End, As Lower House Introduces Bill to Ban Crypto
25.7.2019
After a thousand speculations and several months of expectations, the Indian crypto dream is finally coming to a dead end. The Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Parliament has introduced a bill to ban cryptocurrencies, incorporating a prison term of up to 7 years. The bill, titled ‘Banning...