Cryptocurrencies
Bittrex to Expand to Euro Markets, Lowers Trading Fees for US Customers
Crypto exchange Bittrex has announced that it will expand into euro markets later this summer.
Bitfinex Announces Adds Support for OKEx Exchange Token
Bitfinex now supports OKEx’s native exchange token OKB and new stablecoin USDK.
Craig Wright Ordered to Personally Appear at Bitcoin Theft Mediation
Craig Wright has been ordered to appear personally at mediation to address allegations that he stole 1. 1 million bitcoin.
Less Than 5% of Crypto Code Commits on Github Made By Women: Report
Less than 5% of the code committed to the top 100 cryptocurrency projects on Github were contributed by women.
Bitcoin Generates More Carbon Emissions Than Some Countries, Study Warns
The carbon emissions generated by bitcoin are comparable to the whole of Kansas City — and even a small country — a study finds.
Brazil Central Bank Debuts IBM Blockchain Interbank ID System on Hyperledger
A Hyperledger Fabric blockchain ID system has been launched by Brazil’s central bank.
Gov’t of Brazil to Consider Bill Requiring Public Administration to Promote Blockchain
The Brazilian government will consider a draft bill requiring all units of public administration to apply and promote blockchain tech.
Is Bitcoin's Increasing Anonymity a Threat to Privacy Coins?
Is bitcoin’s improving privacy an existential threat to anonymous cryptocurrencies?.
Russian Authorities Sign MoU With Maersk to Officially Launch TradeLens in Russia
The Russian Ministry of Transport signed a MoU with Maersk to introduce blockchain-enabled shipping solution TradeLens.
Report: French Gaming Giant Ubisoft Considering Potential Blockchain Applications
French video gaming giant Ubisoft is allegedly exploring potential blockchain applications in gaming as a strategy to gain a more competitive edge in the industry.
Bitcoin Briefly Breaks $8,000 as US Stock Market Sees Slight losses
Bitcoin is approaching $8,000 again after breaking it early today, as most of the top 20 cryptocurrencies are reporting moderate gains on the day.
Germany Gains Blockchain Real Estate Fund From Investment Manager Peakside
European investment manager Peakside Capital Advisors has launched a real estate fund for the German market using blockchain technology.
CEO of Major American VC Firm Digital Currency Group: Crypto Winter Is Ending
The CEO of major American VC firm Digital Currency Group believes that the crypto winter is ending, based on the cyclical nature of bitcoin’s ups and downs.
FATF to Release New Rules for Global Crypto Sector, Impacting Exchanges, Funds, Custodians
On June 21, the Financial Action Task Force will reportedly publish a note clarifying how participant nations should exercise oversight for the digital assets sector.
Enigma's Ethereum-Based Private Smart Contract Testnet Goes Live
Enigma has launched a test network featuring private smart contract features.
Blockchain-Based Arm of Live Planet Acquires Former 20th Century Fox CTO
Decentralized Media Solutions has acquired Hanno Basse, a former executive at Twentieth Century Fox, to bring tech expertise to the blockchain platform.
Major Hong Kong Property Firm to Seek Regulatory Approval for Tokenized Real Estate
Major family-owned property firm Stan Group will meet with Hong Kong’s securities watchdog in January 2020 to seek approval for the sale of tokenized real estate assets.
CCN Casts Doubt on Shutdown Plans as Google Appears to Correct Visibility
After Monday’s announcement of a shutdown, crypto media outlet CCN reports that they are reconsidering after receiving more Google visibility from their previous domain name.
CryptoCompare Launches Exchange Benchmark in Response to Concerns Over False Volume Reporting
Crypto data provider CryptoCompare has launched an Exchange Benchmark product that ranks over 100 crypto spot exchanges worldwide.
Azerbaijan Government Partners With IBM on Blockchain Customs Deal
The Azerbaijani government has confirmed a blockchain deal with IBM to use the tech in customs procedures, according to a local news outlet.