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Shenzhen Stock Exchange Launches Index of Top 50 Blockchain Public Companies
27.12.2019
The Shenzhen Stock Exchange has launched a blockchain index comprising 50 of the largest publicly listed companies with blockchain ventures by market capitalization. Blockchain-related stocks in China have been gaining value since President Xi Jinping openly advocated for the technology. Also read:...
US Bitcoin Derivatives Market, Highlights of 2019
27.12.2019
Crypto derivatives exchanges in the U.S. are looking to expand their offerings with the introduction of BTC options
Crypto Custodians Grapple With Germany’s New Rules
26.12.2019
While a grandfather clause allows crypto custodians to keep serving German customers without being penalized, those same companies are waiting on financial regulator BaFin to release final regulations around the law
Canaan's New 5-Nanometer Chips to Escalate ASIC Arms Race With Bitmain
26.12.2019
Chinese mining ASIC producer Canaan plans to roll out machines based on 5-nanometer chips in Q1 2020
New blockchain index in China
26.12.2019
CoinMarketCap Daily Newsletter Your daily newsletter for 26 December, 2019 “A happy family is but an earlier heaven.” - George Bernard Shaw In today's newsletter, we will be covering: Buterin wanting to speed up the Ethereum 2.0 transition with ETH1-friendly validators […]
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New blockchain index in China
26.12.2019
CoinMarketCap Daily Newsletter Your daily newsletter for 26 December, 2019 “A happy family is but an earlier heaven.” - George Bernard Shaw In today's newsletter, we will be covering: Buterin wanting to speed up the Ethereum 2.0 transition with ETH1-friendly validators […]
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Binance Launches New Trading Pairs With Turkish Lira & Russian Ruble
26.12.2019
Binance has announced the addition of four new trading pairs supported by two fiat currencies, namely Turkish Lira (TRY) and Russian Ruble (RUB). The newly included trading pairs are ETH/TRY, XRP/TRY, USDT/TRY, and USDT/RUB. Trading with these new pairs was kickstarted on December 25, 2019, at 8...
Whenever Bitcoin Prices Go Up or Down, Google Searches Soar
26.12.2019
Statistical data suggests a clear link between Bitcoin’s price movements and consumer interest in the form of Google searches
A Bitcoin War Is Brewing Over KYC
25.12.2019
Every year, Bitcoin faces a new foe intent on crippling it by undermining the foundations it was built upon. From mining cartels to developer disputes, Bitcoin has faced a barrage of threats over the past decade. When it’s not internecine conflict taking its toll, it’s external forces...
Greek Court Suspends Decision to Extradite Alexander Vinnik
25.12.2019
The Supreme Administrative Court of Greece has suspended a decision to extradite the alleged BTC-e operator Alexander Vinnik. The temporary measure has been imposed to allow the review of an appeal against the extradition. The Russian national, accused of laundering billions of dollars through...
Utorg Exchange Grants Access to Traders With Limited Verification
24.12.2019
Utorg.io is a digital asset exchange based in the U.K. that allows users in Europe and around the world to trade cryptocurrencies with stablecoins and fiat money. What sets the new platform apart from many incumbents is the simplified verification procedure for traders who don’t exceed...
Best Performing Cryptos of 2019 Not Named Bitcoin
24.12.2019
These are the cryptocurrencies — barring Bitcoin — that had the best financial performance this year
Peter McCormack On A Defiant New Era For Bitcoin
23.12.2019
Why the narrative of 2019 was protest and dissent and why 2020 will see bloodletting in the alt markets
Thomson Reuters Launches Crypto Tax Tool
23.12.2019
Tax authorities around the world are increasing their focus on crypto transactions and companies are rushing to help investors navigate the unclear regulations. The latest example is Thomson Reuters which has added a new tool for American tax payers to report crypto dealings to the IRS. Also Read:...
Ethereum Network Draws Developer Ire After Scheduling New Year’s Day Upgrade
23.12.2019
The organization behind ether, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency, is drawing criticism from developers after scheduling an upgrade on New Year's Day - a work holiday in most countries
Fidelity Digital Assets possibly adding ETH support
23.12.2019
CoinMarketCap Daily Newsletter Your daily newsletter for 16 December, 2019 “Peace begins with a smile.” - Mother Theresa In today's newsletter, we will be covering: Chinese courts using blockchain technology to settle cases Tether sponsoring new version of Bitcoin tokenization layer […]
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Bakkt Has Two New Appointments as Former CEO Leaves for US Senate
23.12.2019
Bakkt’s parent company announced two new appointments after former CEO Kelly Loeffler was appointed to a United States Senate seat
ICE Appoints Insiders as New CEO and President Of Bakkt
23.12.2019
The Intercontinental Exchange (ICE)-backed Bitcoin futures trading platform Bakkt has found its new leaders inside the company.
ICE announced today that it has appointed Mike Blandina as CEO of Bakkt, as well as Adam White as its President, starting December 20. This comes after founding...
Bitcoin Futures Provider Bakkt Names Mike Blandina as New Head
23.12.2019
Bitcoin warehouse and Intercontinental Exchange subsidiary Bakkt officially has a new head
Regulatory Roundup: New US Crypto Bill, France’s 1st Approved ICO, Muslim Crypto
23.12.2019
In this roundup, we cover a wide range of regulatory developments in the crypto space. Much has transpired in the U.S., including a new crypto bill, SEC’s proposal, lawmakers seeking answers from the IRS, and the state of Michigan signing several crypto bills into law. We also cover...