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A Guide to Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs)

The Falling Charm of ICOs: 44 Percent Decline in Raised Funds in April 2018

May 2, 2018 by contributor at Altcoins, Bitcoin, Business, Finance, ICO/IEO, News, Regulation

One of the most talked about topics in the cryptocurrency sector are the controversial Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs). The concept has allured a lot of coverage, as multiple, unknown ICOs regularly raise hundreds of millions of dollars; a previously unheard of occurrence. However, a study shows a significant slowdown regarding...

Square Shares Dip after Citron Labels Bitcoin Strategy “Nonsense”

May 2, 2018 by Priyeshu Garg at Bitcoin, Business, Commentary, Finance, News, Regulation

Andrew Left's Citron Research has said that the excitement surrounding payments processor Square’s Bitcoin trading product was “overdone.” Labeling Square a "collection of yawn businesses," Citron tweeted its opinions on April 30, 2018, and sparked an immediate debate on social media around the issue. Citron’s Price Target Well-Informed The tweet...

Bitcoin Attracts Opportunity Seeking High-Speed Traders

Bitcoin’s Infamous Price Volatility May Come To An End Soon

May 1, 2018 by contributor at Bitcoin, Finance, News

After swinging up and down signifying a volatile movement, experts believe that bitcoin might finally be entering the stable, predictive phase where the investors should not expect much of a move under normal market circumstances. Stricter global regulation has tightened the leash on bitcoin trading volume throughout the world. Unsurprisingly,...

Australian Stock Exchange to Implement Blockchain Technology by 2020

May 1, 2018 by contributor at Blockchain, Business, Finance, News

The CHESS clearing and settlement system that was being used by the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) is edging closer to being replaced by a distributed ledger-based option. Paper Details CHESS Replacement The ASX released an 87-page consultation paper which talks about the timeline of the switch and a detailed description...

Deciphering Cryptocurrency Scams: The FTC Roadshow

May 1, 2018 by Priyeshu Garg at Altcoins, Bitcoin, Blockchain, Finance, News, Regulation

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is to host a day’s event at DePaul University, the largest institution in Chicago with over 23,000 students, on June 25, 2018. Through their Bureau of Consumer Protection arm, the agency is beginning a reinvigorated process of public education on cryptocurrencies. FTC Separating out the...

MJAC and CryptoCompare Announce London Blockchain Summit

May 1, 2018 by Guest Post at Press Releases

Showcasing pioneers, innovators and thought leaders of the blockchain industry. The CryptoCompare & MJAC London Blockchain Summit will take place in Old Billingsgate, London on June 13. CryptoCompare, one of the foremost websites in the world for information on digital currencies, has teamed up with ADVFN and MJAC Disruptive Investment...

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Blockchain Super Conference II: Bring Your Kids, Friends, Colleagues for Just $97 per Head

May 1, 2018 by Guest Post at Press Releases

DALLAS, TX – Organizers of the second Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Blockchain Super Conference (which is being held in September at Dallas) are running a special promotion. Attendees who reserve their spot before midnight on Sunday, May 6 will be able to add “companion” tickets for just $97 per head. Tickets...

Japan Pressures Cryptocurrency Exchanges To Drop Monero, Dash, Other Altcoins

May 1, 2018 by Samantha Chang at Altcoins, Business, Finance, News, Regulation

Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is reportedly pressuring cryptocurrency exchanges to drop Dash (DASH), Monero (XMR), Zcash (ZEC), and other privacy-centric altcoins in a bid to cut down on money-laundering and cyberhacking. Sources told Forbes that altcoins such dash, monero, and zcash have become increasingly popular among criminals, kidnappers, and hackers...

UNICEF Australia’s Website Uses Your Browser to Mine Monero and Aid Rohingya Refugees

April 30, 2018 by Farzana Begum at Altcoins, Finance, Mining, News

UNICEF, a humanitarian and development agency that aims to protect the safety and inclusion of all disadvantaged children globally through voluntary donations, is catching onto the benefits of cryptocurrency. The organization is making use of monero mining to fulfill their mission; “All children have a right to survive, thrive and...

Finance Upstart Utilizes Crypto Trading to Finally Break Even

Fintech Firm Revolut’s Revenues Skyrockets Fueled by Cryptocurrency Integration

April 30, 2018 by Ogwu Osaemezu Emmanuel at Altcoins, Bitcoin, Blockchain, Business, Ethereum, Finance, News

Blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies are indeed revolutionizing the world and have already endowed many fortunes. UK-based digital banking alternative, Revolut, is one such startup reaping the dividends of cryptos as it’s now valued at a whopping $1.7 billion thanks to its digital currency integration. A Forward-Thinking Crypto Maneuver In December...

Coinbase’s Bitcoin App Trends at Top Spot for Apple Users

Bitcoin Exchange Coinbase Claims $8 Billion Valuation

April 30, 2018 by Kieran Smith at Altcoins, Bitcoin, Business, Ethereum, News

Following the acquisition of Earn.com, Coinbase has valued itself at about $8 billion. How Much Is Coinbase Really Worth? Coinbase is reported to have acquired paid messaging service Earn for a figure of around $100 million earlier this month. Earn’s investors were said to have been paid in cash for...

Binance is now the Largest Cryptocurrency Exchange and Faster Ever 'Unicorn'

Binance Signs MoU With Bermudian Government to Focus on Blockchain Education

April 30, 2018 by contributor at Altcoins, Bitcoin, Business, Ethereum, Finance, News, Regulation

Education regarding fintech and blockchain startups is essential for facilitating the oft-mentioned “blockchain revolution.” To fuel this particular movement, David Burt, Premier and Minister of Finance of Bermuda, signed an MOU with Binance Group that will see the latter funding education programs related to the much-needed topic. Much Needed MOU...

Sweep that Dust into BNB Tokens with the New Binance Broom

April 30, 2018 by Kieran Smith at Altcoins, Bitcoin, Business, Ethereum, Finance, News, Tech

Binance has started its spring cleaning, releasing a new tool on April 23, 2018, allowing traders to exchange dust for Binance tokens (BNB). What is Dust? Dust is a colloquial term that refers to the dregs of a trade—the useless leftovers which are below the minimum amount needed to withdraw...

Government-Backed Cryptocurrency To Come Soon, Says Ex-Federal Reserve VP

April 30, 2018 by contributor at Altcoins, Bitcoin, Commentary, Finance, News

After 2018’s bearish Q1 for the cryptocurrency market, Q2 is marked with positive news, increased adoption, institutional investing, and a generally bullish sentiment. Taking this trend further is a former Federal Reserve executive, who is certain about cryptocurrencies being adopted by central banks in the near future, providing customers and...

Riot Blockchain is Mining Bitcoin Cash and Automatically Converting it into Bitcoin

April 30, 2018 by Nuno Menezes at Altcoins, Bitcoin, Business, Mining, News

Riot is a Colorado-based blockchain tech company that recently came public with its 2017 financial report. In fact, the company revealed that from now on it will turn its financial results reports public. Riot is a Nasdaq-listed firm that has invested a lot in mining. The company reported to have...

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