Cryptocurrencies
BBC: New Files Allegedly Connect $450M in Lost Bitcoin to Russian Intelligence
Recent BBC investigation into the BTC-e crypto exchange case reveals new details allegedly connecting lost funds to Russia’s FSB.
FinCEN Chief: US Will Strictly Enforce Anti-Money Laundering In Crypto
FinCEN Director said that Anti-Money Laundering laws will be strictly enforced in the world of crypto.
Bitcoin Price Diary: VET, XLM, TRX Double-Digit Gains — BTC Flatlines
A 60% gain on VeChain an 18% gain on Tron show that altcoin trades continue to pay off as Bitcoin appears to be preparing for a big move.
Price Analysis 15/11: BTC, ETH, XRP, BCH, LTC, EOS, BNB, BSV, XLM, TRX
Altcoins have turned down but the current fall looks like a bear trap as the technicals don't suggest that it’s panic time yet.
Blockchain Firm Partners With Cannabis Data App to Create Research Project
The Measure Protocol and Broccoli have partnered in order to create a blockchain-based research project regarding cannabis usage.
Binance’s ‘Chinese Twitter’ Gets Blocked for Unknown Violations
Binance’s Weibo account has been blocked, allegedly due to its WeChat and Alipay fiat gateways.
Crypto IPO Season: Race to Secure an Offering Heats Up
As the crypto markets enter a period of relative stability, some of the biggest crypto companies are vying for a public listing.
Bitcoin Cash Hard Fork Completed as First Invalid Block Detected
Bitcoin Cash hard fork occurs as planned, but underlying issues are not addressed.
U.S. Federal Judge Rules in Favor Bitcoin IRA in Case Against Kingdom Trust
A U. S. federal judge has ruled against asset custodian Kingdom Trust in an ongoing lawsuit with Bitcoin IRA.
Indian Parliament Will Not Consider Total Crypto Ban in Winter Session
The Indian government will not discuss its draft bill on a proposed total ban on crypto in the winter session of Parliament, as was previously planned.
Department of Homeland Security Awards $200K to Develop Blockchain Security Tech
A Virginia firm has received a $200,000 DHS award to develop a blockchain-based system for managing certificates and licenses.
Carrefour, Nestlé Use IBM’s Blockchain Platform to Track Infant Formula
Carrefour and Nestlé have deployed IBM’s Food Trust blockchain platform to track the supply chain of infant formula.
JPMorgan Automates Derivatives Margin Payments With Blockchain Tech
JPMorgan has developed a new blockchain-based solution designed to speed up cash and collateral transfers.
Hong Kong’s New Criteria on Crypto Exchanges Actually Isn't Important
Experts discuss whether Hong Kong’s new framework for crypto exchanges will actually have a positive impact on the local market.
Chinese VeChain Tea Traceability Platform Gets Official Seal of Approval
VeChain continues its meteoric rise following Chinese government endorsement of a VeChain-based tea traceability platform.
Binance Adds Support for Turkish Lira and Bitcoin, XRP, Ether Trading Pairs
Binance has announced trading pairs for Bitcoin, Ether and XRP with the Turkish lira ahead of CEO Changpeng Zhao’s trip to the country.
State-Run Ukranian Railway in Lviv Gets Caught Mining Bitcoin
A division at a state-owned enterprise of rail transport in Ukraine illegally mined Bitcoin, using the country’s power grid.
Paypal’s Pornhub Snub Pumps Verge (XVG) by 33% on 168% Volume Surge
Verge (XVG) has seen a 33% price pump and a 168% increase in trade volumes following Paypal’s move to withdraw services to Pornhub.
Bitcoin Price Back ‘On the Edge’ Says Trader After $8.8K Rejection
Volatility returns to hourly Bitcoin trading after $9K rejection.
Binance CEO: It’ll Be Hard for Nations to Outrun China on Blockchain
The Chinese President’s endorsement of blockchain will inevitably drive major adoption of cryptocurrencies, says Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao.