Cryptocurrencies
New York Resident Indicted for Crypto Scam, Charged With Wire Fraud
U. S. authorities have charged a New York resident with wire fraud for misusing investors’ funds in a digital currency scheme dubbed Igobit.
Following a $72 Million Token Sale, Nervos to Launch Its ‘Lina’ Mainnet
After a $72 million token sale, public blockchain project Nervos Network has announced it will launch its mainnet dubbed Lina on Nov. 16.
Sophia the Robot Knows About Cryptocurrencies but Does Not Use Them yet
Sophia the robot said at the Web Summit in Lisbon that she knows about cryptocurrencies, but has not yet used them.
Bitcoin ‘Carry Trade’ Can Net Annual Gains With Little Risk, Says PlanB
Crypto investor and analyst PlanB explains how to consistently profit from Bitcoin trading with limited downside risk.
Binary Options Scams Spread Into Crypto, Time for US Lawmakers to Act
Ex-CFTC attorney says internet-based binary options platforms are luring in crypto investors “where there are legitimate products, non-legitimate products follow”.
EToro Trading Platform Acquires Crypto Portfolio Management App
Trading platform eToro has acquired cryptocurrency portfolio management app Delta for a reported $5 million.
US SEC Report Notes Trading Suspensions, Actions Against Crypto Firms in 2019
The U. S. SEC has issued a report on enforcement actions in 2019 that notes a number of cases the regulator initiated against digital asset-related firms.
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Binance to Help Ukraine Prepare Cryptocurrency Legislation by End of 2019
Binance will collaborate with Ukrainian authorities to establish cryptocurrency-related legislation in the country.
How Will China Pursue Xi Jinping’s Blockchain Adoption Plan?
As President Xi calls to boost blockchain innovation in the country, the Chinese government introduces regulatory bodies while anti-blockchain sentiment is banned. What else is being done to pursue the ambitious plan?.
China’s President Xi ‘Credentialized’ Cryptocurrency, Says Novogratz
The recent surge in Bitcoin’s price was triggered by China’s President Xi Jinping giving credibility to the industry, Michael Novogratz says.
BitMEX Email Data Leak Fallout Is Serious, Many Users Already Affected
BitMEX’s recent email leak could have more far-reaching consequences than previously imagined.
Volvo to Use Blockchain-Traceable Cobalt in Its Electric Car Batteries
Volvo’s cars are going increasingly electric and blockchain technology will play an important role.
Ripple CEO: Only 1% of Today’s Cryptocurrencies Will Survive
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse predicts that 99% of all crypto will likely go to zero as they are not focused on solving real problems.
China Signs Agreement With Hong Kong Central Bank for Blockchain Push
China, Hong Kong partner on blockchain trade finance push.
UN Claims Hong Kong Blockchain Firm Is North Korean Laundering Sham
United Nations committee accuses North Korea of using a Hong Kong blockchain firm as a front to launder funds.
Bakkt Set to Smash Bitcoin Trading Volume Record in November
The Bakkt platform is now trading way more Bitcoin futures compared to its debut in late September.
Binance CEO: New Wallet Security Solution ‘Far Superior’ to Multi-Sig
Binance CEO CZ says that “TSS” — a new cryptographic protocol — is far superior to multi-sig and will transform the industry.
Azerbaijan to Adopt Blockchain-Based ID System in 2020
The Republic of Azerbaijan plans to implement its blockchain digital ID system in Q1 2020.
Bitfinex Cancels $8M Kim Dotcom IEO Citing Regulatory ‘Clear Risks’
Bitfinex and K. im agree to cancel IEO indefinitely.