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Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies in general exhibit specific essential characteristics of the different asset classes. This assertion was made by Cryptodad Christopher Giancarlo, the chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). There is currently no consensus as to the exact asset definition for cryptocurrencies. The debate over whether ICO tokens are utilities or securities continues to rage on with…

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Blockchain Leadership Summit in Zurich, Switzerland, organized by INNMIND and supported by KICKICO team, confirms financial industry’s commitment towards blockchain and indicates strong interest from government actors. Blockchain Leadership Summit took place in Zurich, Switzerland, indicating broadening interest from traditional financial sector as well government agencies and country leaders. The forum was hosted by INNMIND, global platform for start-ups and…

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There is a high probability that when the phrase “emerging trend” comes up, especially in the financial sector, the word “bitcoin” or “cryptocurrency” is nearby. While the virtual currency market continues to grow in astonishing proportions, it appears that the bitcoin is beginning to appeal to people planning for their retirements. The Growing Popularity of Bitcoin IRAs A number of…

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Antshares sets the pace in a new playing field amongst Blockchain applications and is set to release their smart contracts 2.0 in June, an important development contributing to diversity within the blockchain community and of smart contracts, with Hyperledger not open to the public and Rootstock yet to release anything. When projects such as Bitcoin and Ethereum emerge, their success…

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For the first time in bitcoin’s price history, one bitcoin had exceeded the value of an ounce of gold, an asset that is often compared to the cryptocurrency. Trading at $1260 at the time of writing, it is also a new all-time high for bitcoin as well. Is it time for Bitcoin to join the ranks of gold and silver…

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