Cryptocurrencies
Blockchain Firm Algorand Announces Sharia Certification for Islamic Finance
Blockchain firm Algorand announced that it is now certified for Sharia-compliant financing by Bahrain’s Shariyah Review Bureau.
‘Death Cross’ Dampens $8.8K Hopes as Bitcoin Price Recovery Stalls
An impending death cross on key moving averages could prevent Bitcoin price from making a successful run at $8. 8K.
Blockchain and DNA-Based Fuel Tracking Solution Launches Commercially
Bunkertrace, a blockchain and DNA-based fuel tracking solution, has launched commercially after a successful pilot earlier this month.
Price Analysis 21/10: BTC, ETH, XRP, BCH, LTC, EOS, BNB, BSV, XLM, TRX
Bitcoin’s bounce off the support points to accumulation taking place. If Bitcoin price moves higher, several major cryptocurrencies are likely to follow suit.
The Chainsmokers Back Blockchain-Based Ticketing Platform Yellowheart
Popular American EDM-pop duo The Chainsmokers are backing a new blockchain-based ticketing platform to eliminate scalpers.
Former Trump Advisor to Release Stablecoin Backed by Fractional Reserve
Former Donald Trump campaign adviser Stephen Moore is planning to launch a stablecoin that is stabilized by a fractional reserve.
Indian University Students Create Blockchain-Based System for Online Voting
Students from the Malla Reddy Engineering College for Women in India have created a blockchain-based system for online voting.
UNICEF Fund Manager: Cryptocurrency Could Revolutionize Humanitarian Aid
Cryptocurrency adoption continues as UNICEF unveils plan to accept donations and distribute aid in Ether and Bitcoin.
University of Malta Introduces Blockchain and DLT Master’s Degree
The University of Malta introduced a master’s program in blockchain and DLT.
Binance Is Launching Fiat Trading Starting with Russian Ruble
Binance CEO announced that users will be able to buy crypto on the exchange directly using the Russian ruble.
What Role Should Central Banks Have Launching Stablecoins Like Libra?
Facebook wasn’t prepared for the backlash associated with Libra. But should central banks have a role in helping the stablecoin launch — and if so, what? #Sponsored.
Fortnite Meets Bitcoin Lightning Network in New ‘Lightnite’ Video Game
Satoshis Games announced Lightnite, a Fortnite-like game with built-in Lightning Network microtransactions.
Bitcoin: ‘Most Dramatic’ 2020 Halving Could Cut Supply by $63M a Week
Bitcoin price has more to gain from 2020 halving, say pundits.
Bitfinex Attempts to Recover $880 Million in New Court Filing
Bitfinex’s parent company filed an application in an attempt to recover $880 million.
Bitcoin IRA to Launch Interest-Earning Crypto Accounts Next Month
Bitcoin IRA and Genesis Capital have partnered enabling customers to earn interest on their Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency IRA accounts.
McAfee Champions Importance of Stablecoins for Decentralized Exchanges
Decentralized exchange users should store value in stablecoins, not fiat, argues John McAfee.
Minister Says India, Like Other Nations, Extremely Cautious on Libra
India’s finance minister says many countries are cautioning against rushing ahead with Libra.
The Fed Just Printed More Money Than Bitcoin’s Entire Market Cap
Bitcoin proponents watch as Fed money printing gathers pace.
Bitmain Launches ‘World’s Largest’ Crypto Mining Facility in Texas
Major crypto mining hardware manufacturer Bitmain has launched the purportedly largest facility for Bitcoin mining in the world, in Rockdale, Texas.
‘Is That Still Bitcoin?’ CoinShares CSO Questions Crypto Custody
CoinShares CSO: institutions “live-action role-playing” in Bitcoin.