The longest-running daily podcast briefing for news about bitcoin, blockchain, and all other global cryptocurrency and DLT updates. A daily, 2-3 minute report of everything you need to know to be informed about the cryptocurrency and blockchain space including prices, policy, developments, and governance. The information presented should be considered developing news and not investment advice.
"Phishing attack launched from hacked MicroStrategy social account" Feb 26, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $51,197
Eth is up slightly at $3,063
BNB is down slightly at $390
Those are your leaders by market cap. Top gainers in the last 24 hours.
Flare, up 19%
Rugpull alleged against RiskOnBlast.
Cathie Wood's ARK offloads COIN
BitForex sees $58M flow from hot wallets
MicroStrategy Twitter account hacked over wknd.
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2/26/2024 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"EU's new AMLA heads to Frankfurt." Feb 25, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $51,676
Eth is up slightly at $3,045
BNB is down slightly at $384
EU's new AMLA to headquarter in Frankfurt, Germany.
crypto/blockchain funding hits $90B.
Magic Square acquires TruePNL
Avalanche stalls production for 4 hours
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2/25/2024 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Uniswap soars after reward proposal" Feb 24, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $51,128
Eth is up slightly at $2,961
BNB is down slightly at $380
Those are your leaders by market cap, top gainers in the last 24 hours.
Uniswap, up 67%
Uniswap soars after reward proposal
Federal judge approves Binance's $4.3 billion plea deal with the U.S. Department of Justice
Riot Platform up in 2023.
Tom Emmer pushes back against gov overreach.
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2/24/2024 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Reddit holds BTC and ETH" Feb 23, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $50,973
Eth is down .5% at $2,928
BNB is down .5% at $373
FTX gets green light to offload Anthropic AI stake
Kraken files motion to dismiss SEC lawsuit.
Worldcoin token surges
Reddit holds BTC and ETH
Trump softens stance on BTC
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2/23/2024 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
"UK Law commission seeks feedback on draft crypto legislation" Feb 22, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $51,336
Eth is down 1% at $2,962
BNB is down .5% at $381
Those are your leaders by market cap. Top gainers in the last 24 hours,
The Graph up 20%
Render up 16%
UK Law commission seeks feedback on draft crypto legislation
ECB officials slam US BTC ETF.
PSG validator for Chiliz Chain
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2/22/2024 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
"Crypto ally John Deaton to run against Senator Elizabeth Warren." Feb 21, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $51,314
Eth is up .5% at $2,920
BNB is up 2% at $371
John Deaton to run against Senator Elizabeth Warren.
VanEck's HODL Bitcoin ETF soars.
Hack VC closes its first venture fund, Venture Fund 1
Super PAC Fairshake receives $5M from Gemini founders.
Optimism airdrop.
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2/21/2024 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Australians more keen on BTC in light of US BTC ETF." Feb 20, 2024
It’s 8am Eastern, February the 19th and this is your Daily Crypto Report.
Bitcoin is down .5% at $52,176
Eth is down slightly at $2,930
BNB is down .5% at $356
Those are your leaders by market cap, top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Filecoin, up 18%
Arweave up 15%
South Korea's opposition Democratic Party pushes for BTC ETFs as well.
UK Gov aims to establish new regulations for stablecoins and crypto staking in next 6 months.
Authorities in China warn against scams.
Options trader bets $20M on 47k strike price.
Australians more keen on BTC in light of US BTC ETF.
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2/20/2024 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Bitcoin futures open interest hits highest levels since late 2021." Feb 19, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $52,270
Eth is down slightly at $2,906
BNB is up slightly at $353
Those are your leaders by market cap, top gainers in the last 24 hours:
The Graph, up 22%
Bitcoin futures open interest hits highest levels since late 2021.
Vitalik Buterin expresses excitement about AI code reviews
Virgina subcommittee on crypto gets paltry funding.
ARK invest offloads COIN
Sui blockchain hits high TVL
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2/19/2024 • 4 minutes, 26 seconds
"Celsius distributes $2B worth of crypto" Feb 18, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $51,611
Eth is down .5% at $2,791
BNB is down .5% at $353
Celsius distributes $2B worth of crypto
Coinbase donates $3.6M to Brink
FixedFloat exploit.
WorldCoin surges.
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2/18/2024 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"FTX creditors file class action suit against law firm overseeing estate" Feb 17, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $51,725
Eth is up slightly at $2,784
BNB is up slightly at $358
FTX creditors file class action suit against law firm overseeing estate
Yuga Labs acquires Proof
Pudgy Penguins flips BAYC
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2/17/2024 • 4 minutes, 25 seconds
"COIN surges" Feb 16, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $52,455
Eth is up .5% at $2,848
BNB is up 1% at $362
3 crypto ETFs in Hong Kong surge.
Jupiter Asset Management withdraws investment in Ripple's ETP
Bitcoin crosses 52k
COIN surges
MSTR now $4B in the BTC profit.
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2/16/2024 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"Telefonica partners with Chainlink" Feb 15, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $52,356
Eth is up slightly at $2,798
BNB is up .5% at $349
Top gainers in the last 24 hrs:
VeChain, up 28%
Genesis Global Holding allowed to sell 35 million shares of GBTC.
Telefonica partners with Chainlink
Reporting of crypto fraud surges in South Korea
Traders feast on Bitcoin options above 60k
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2/15/2024 • 4 minutes, 43 seconds
"Starknet Foundation announces airdrop." Feb 14, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $51,605
Eth is down slightly at $2,746
Solana is up .5% at $115
Stacks, up 16%
Pyth Network, up 15%
Bitcoin's price up above $51k
Starknet Foundation announces airdrop.
PlayDapp suffers exploits
Ripple expanding US regulatory qualifications.
Japan's FSA urges financial institutions to ramp up monitoring.
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2/14/2024 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Peter Thiel's Founder's Fund invested $200M into ETH and BTC in 2023." Feb 13, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $49,884
Eth is up slightly at $2,675
Solana, in the top 3, down slightly at $113
Puffer Finance hits $850 million in TVL.
Peter Thiel's Founder's Fund invested $200M into ETH and BTC in 2023.
CZ trial postponed.
Bullish futures traders.
Craig Wright faces cross examination in trial.
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2/13/2024 • 4 minutes, 38 seconds
"FTX estate offloads DCI for pennies on the dollar." Feb 12, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $48,030
Eth is up slightly at $2,489
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $317
Dapper Labs' NFL ALL DAY sees big Super Bowl push.
Ethereum Gas fees surge
FTX estate offloads DCI for pennies on the dollar.
Miners make push in Ethopia.
Farcaster's rise.
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2/12/2024 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Senators reprimand SEC Chair Gary Gensler" Feb 09, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $47,257
Eth is down slightly at $2,512
Binance Coin, is down slightly at $324
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen calls for increased authority.
Senators reprimand SEC Chair Gary Gensler
Montenegro Court stays Do Kwon's extradition
Flood picks up $5.2M
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2/9/2024 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"25% of total Ether supply now staked"Feb 08, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $44,673
Eth is down slightly at $2,420
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $316
Coinbase says Americans would've saved 74B in credit card fees in 2022 if they used crypto.
Thai SSEC charges former CEO of Zipmex
25% of total Ether supply now staked
Superform Labs secures $6.5M in seed funding.
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2/8/2024 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"MicroStrategy now hodls 190k BTC" Feb 07, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $43,049
Eth is up .5% at $2,370
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $302
Glif raises $4.5M in seed
MicroStrategy now hodls 190k BTC
Whales make moves in LINK holdings
Craig Wright trial continues.
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2/7/2024 • 4 minutes, 12 seconds
"Solana Outage" Feb 06, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $42,735
Eth is down slightly at $2,321
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $302
Solana Outage
Binance delists XMR + others
South Korean authorities arrest Haru Invest execs.
Heroes of Mavia starts airdrop
Oobit secures $25M series A.
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2/6/2024 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Terraform Labs CFO extradited to South Korea." Feb 05, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $43,287
Eth is down slightly at $2,323
Binance Coin, is down .5% at $302
Terraform Labs CFO extradited to South Korea.
Trump calls CBDC's dangerous
FTX looks to sell Anthropic stake
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2/5/2024 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"FSC Chair Patrick McHenry pushes to repeal SAB 121" Feb 03, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $43,056
Eth is up slightly at $2,304
Binance Coin, is down slightly at $301
Marathon Digital to pay 13.5M termination fee.
House Financial Services Committee Chair Patrick McHenry pushes to repeal SAB 121
SEC charges Brian Sewell with fraud
Steve Christie rejoins Binance
Pixelmon raises 8M.
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2/3/2024 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Trio charged in FTX SIM hack"Feb 02, 2024
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2/2/2024 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"FTX will not restart, plans to repay in full." Feb 01, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,108
Eth is up slightly at $2,269
Binance Coin, is down slightly at $299
FTX will not restart, plans to repay in full.
Celsius Network set to distribute $3B
Binance introduces Inscriptions marketplace.
Binance faces court case in NY State
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2/1/2024 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"German police seize 50,000 BTC" Jan 31, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,509
Eth is down slightly at $2,298
Binance Coin, is down slightly at $302
German police seize 50,000 BTC
Vitalik passes on the wunderkind mantle
Global X withdraws spot BTC ETF application
US SEC steps back from Debt Box lawsuit.
Coinbase bolsters advisory council
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1/31/2024 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Binance Labs invests in Puffer Finance" Jan 30, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $43,238
Eth is down 1% at $2,302
Binance Coin, is down 1% at $307
Binance Labs invests in Puffer Finance
Portal raises $34M
SEC charges founders of HyperFund.
BBO Exchange raises $2.7M in pre-seed.
A DeFi protocol faces security exploit.
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1/30/2024 • 6 minutes, 56 seconds
"Another spot BTC ETF submitted to Hong Kong regulator" Jan 29, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $42,079
Eth is down .5% at $2,252
Binance Coin, is down .5% at $307
China's Harvest Fund Management submits spot BTC ETF to Hong Kong regulator
Orbiter Finance plans Orbiter Rollup
Somesing hacked for 11.5M
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1/29/2024 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"Stellar blockchain delays upgrade due to bug" Jan 28, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,385
Eth is down slightly at $2,276
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $307
Stellar blockchain delays upgrade due to bug
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1/28/2024 • 4 minutes, 3 seconds
"OKX to shutter mining pool services." Jan 27, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $41,752
Eth is down slightly at $2,263
Binance Coin, is down slightly at $303
OKX shutters mining pool services.
CFTC Chair expresses concerns over spot BTC ETF
$96M in short crypto positions liquidated
BlackRock reaches $2B in AUM for spot ETF.
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1/27/2024 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"US Gov files notice of sale of $117M in BTC" Jan 26, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $41,177
Eth is down .5% at $2,248
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $302
US Gov files notice of sale of $117M in BTC
Kraken hires to bolster compliance.
Swan Bitcoin mining BTC
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $39,840
Eth is down 1% at $2,206
Binance Coin, is down .5% at $293
SEC extends timeline for deciding on BlackRock's spot ETH ETF
Bitwise pushes for transparency, reveals BTC ETF wallet address
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1/25/2024 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Bitcoin Whales pick up bargains" Jan 24, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $40,006
Eth is down .5% at $2,234
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $294
Bitcoin Whales pick up bargains
Tornado Cash devs get legal defense fund support
Nexo sues Bulgaria
Indonesia's tax revenue from crypto drops
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1/24/2024 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Binance faces off with SEC in first court day" Jan 23, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $38,865
Eth is up .5% at $2,214
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $295
Binance faces off with SEC
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1/23/2024 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Terraform Labs files for chapter 11 protection" Jan 22, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $41,036
Eth is up 1% at $2,395
Binance Coin, is up .5% at $314
Terraform Labs files for chapter 11 protection
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1/22/2024 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Fidelity's FBTC 2nd BTC ETF to reach $1B" Jan 21, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $41,734
Eth is down slightly at $2,472
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $318
Fidelity's FBTC 2nd BTC ETF to reach $1B
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1/21/2024 • 3 minutes, 49 seconds
"SEC startgs public comment period for BlackRock ETF options" Jan 20, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $41,631
Eth is up slightly at $2,470
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $314
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1/20/2024 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"BlackRock says new ETF offering reaches diverse audience" Jan 19, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $41,291
Eth is down slightly at $2,483
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $314
BlackRock says new ETF offering reaches diverse audience
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1/19/2024 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"BlackRock's spot BTC ETF first to reach $1B" Jan 18, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,355
Eth is down .5% at $2,504
Binance Coin, is down slightly at $311
BlackRock's BTC ETF reaches 1B in AUM
Trump says no to CBDCs
Gemini receives VASP approval in France
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1/18/2024 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Do Kwon trial postponed." Jan 17, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,741
Eth is up .5% at $2,549
Binance Coin, is up .5 at $313
Grayscale, BlackRock, and Fidelity dominate BTC ETF sales
ARK Invest purchase 15M of their own BTC ETF.
Do Kwon trial postponed.
SBF's parents push back agains FTX lawsuit
Core Scientific is set to emerge from bankruptcy
Socket reports 3.3M exploit.
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1/17/2024 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Crypto-friendly Vivek Ramaswamy ends presidential campaign." Jan 16, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $43,106
Eth is up .5% at $2,544
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $318
Crypto-friendly Vivek Ramaswamy ends presidential campaign.
HashKey Group reaches unicorn status
Solana Mobile to launch second crypto-ready smartphone
trueUSD depegs.
Tether responds to UN about USDT
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1/16/2024 • 5 minutes, 19 seconds
"Google Cloud becomes Flare validator" Jan 15, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,656
Eth is up slightly at $2,539
Binance Coin, is up 1% at $317
BlackRock sees highest inflow in ETF race.
Google Cloud becomes Flare validator
Failed exploit on Bitfinex.
Petro crypto discontinued.
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1/15/2024 • 5 minutes, 15 seconds
"Do Kwon requests a delay in his securities fraud trial" Jan 14, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,787
Eth is down slightly at $2,533
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $303
SEC gives more details on X hack
Do Kwon requests a delay in his securities fraud trial
Telcoin has restored user balances after an exploit
Taproot Wizards to launch Quantum Cats
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1/14/2024 • 5 minutes, 7 seconds
"Senators reiterate call for investigation into SEC's hacked X account" Jan 13, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,615
Eth is up slightly at $2,542
Binance Coin, is up slightly at $299
Senators reiterate call for investigation into SEC's hacked X account
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1/13/2024 • 4 minutes, 13 seconds
"South Korean exchanges won't trade spot Bitcoin ETFs" Jan 12, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $45,851
Eth is down slightly at $2,652
Binance Coin, is up .5% at $311
$83 million in liquidations follow volatile spot ETF trading.
Huge first day of trading for spot Bitcoin ETFS
Vanguard won't sell spot Bitcoin ETFs.
CoinShares to acquire Valkyrie Funds.
South Korean exchanges won't trade spot Bitcoin ETFs
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1/12/2024 • 5 minutes, 32 seconds
"SEC approves spot Bitcoin ETFs" Jan 11, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
SEC approves spot Bitcoin ETFs
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1/11/2024 • 5 minutes, 41 seconds
"SEC X account hacked, posts fake spot ETF approval" Jan 10, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $45,565
Eth is down slightly, $2,400
Binance Coin, is down slightly at $299
SEC X account hacked, posts fake spot ETF approval
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1/10/2024 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"SEC issues warning over crypto volatility ahead of spot BTC ETF deadline" Jan 09, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $46,590
Eth is down slightly, $2,290
Binance Coin, is down slightly at $300
SEC issues warning over crypto volatility ahead of possible spot approval
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1/9/2024 • 5 minutes, 10 seconds
"Better Markets pens letter to SEC opposing spot BTC ETF " Jan 08, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $44,129
Eth is up ,5% $2,226
Binance Coin, is up ,5% at $299
Anonymous wallet spends 66k to encrypt data on to Bitcoin blockchain
Better Markets pens letter to SEC opposing spot BTC ETF
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1/8/2024 • 4 minutes, 51 seconds
"Bitcoin user burns $1.2M in BTC." Jan 07, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up . at $44,157
Eth is up 5% $2,241
Binance Coin, down slightly at $306
BlackRock says they expect approval for BTC ETF on Wednesday.
Bitcoin user burns $1.2M in BTC.
Transaction volumes on Solana blockchain reach highest levels on the year.
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1/7/2024 • 3 minutes, 37 seconds
"VanEck re-affirms its pledge to donate 5% of ETF profits to BTC devs." Jan 06, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $43,686
Eth is up at $2,234
Binance Coin, up slightly at $305
BTC ETF applicants all submit new 19b-4 forms.
VanEck re-affirms its pledge to donate 5% of profits to BTC devs.
Coinbase expanding derivatives in EU.
More validators leaving ETH staking.
Troubles for Mango Markets
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1/6/2024 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"Celsius set to unstake its Ethereum" Jan 05, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $44,057
Eth is up slightly at $2,252
Binance Coin, up slightly at $318
South Korea's Financial Services Commission wants to ban credit card crypto purchases.
Australian Securities and Investments Commission questioned over HyperVerse
Celsius is set to unstake its Ethereum
Logan Paul announces CryptoZoo NFT buybacks
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1/5/2024 • 5 minutes, 10 seconds
"Binance to proactively track privacy coins" Jan 04, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $43,400
Eth is up slightly at $2,236
Binance Coin, down slightly at $317
Binance to proactively track privacy coins.
DeFi protocol Gamma Strategies loses $3.4M in exploit
Huobi Korea to shutter
Nigeria Central Bank issues new guidelines for digital assets.
ARK invest continues profit taking.
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1/4/2024 • 4 minutes, 57 seconds
"Jim Cramer praises BTC, it slides 8%. " Jan 03, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $42,819
Eth is down 1% at $2,231
Binance Coin, down slightly at $316
Jim Cramer praises BTC, it slides 8%.
Radiant Capital Hack.
Michael Saylor offloading MSTR per filing to acquire BTC.
Klaytn welcomes Gold pegged Coin & DeFi Goldstation
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1/3/2024 • 5 minutes, 17 seconds
"BTC lifts to 45k" Jan 02, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $45,369
Eth is down slightly at $2,390
Solana, back in the top 3 is down slightly at $113
BTC nears 46k.
Mickey Mouse NFTs
F1 team Sauber takes Stake as title sponsor.
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1/2/2024 • 4 minutes, 58 seconds
"US prosecutors will not pursue second trial against FTX's SBF" Jan 01, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,705
Eth is up slightly at $2,306
Binance coin is up slightly at $310
Vitalik shares 2024 Ethereum roadmap
US prosecutors will not pursue 2nd trial against SBF
Judge says Chai platform had no crypto activity.
Orbit Bridge Exploit.
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1/1/2024 • 5 minutes, 13 seconds
"2023's top stories " Dec 31, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Today Bitcoin is down slightly at $41,419
Eth is down slightly at $2,302
Binance coin, down slightly at $316
Bitcoin up 150% on the year.
A look back at the biggest stories of the year.
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12/31/2023 • 5 minutes, 4 seconds
"CZ's travel request denied for second time." Dec 30, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $41,982
Eth is up slightly at $2,291
Binance coin, up slightly at $317
CZ's travel request denied a 2nd time by judge.
BlackRock and Valkyrie announce APs for spot Bitcoin ETFs
Coinbase appoints Rick Schonberg as new head of custody department.
OKX delists some privacy tokens
2023 sees over $1.8 billion in losses due to various exploits, scams, and rug pulls
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12/30/2023 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"US Judge rules Terraform Labs' LUNA & MIR are securities." Dec 29, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,854
Eth is down slightly at $2,366
Binance coin, up slightly at $320
US Judge rules Terraform Labs' LUNA & MIR are securities.
Vitalik Buterin admonishes Web3 for losing vision.
India's FIU warns 9 exchanges.
Crackdown on elicit Bitcoin miners in Indonesia
$1B+ in BTC flows out of exchanges.
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12/29/2023 • 5 minutes, 19 seconds
"MicroStrategy buys more BTC" Dec 28, 2023
Bitcoin is down .5% at $42,835
Eth is down 1% at $2,379
Binance coin, back in the top three is down .5% at $334
MicroStrategy buys more BTC
Vitalik Buterin proposes novel solutions for Eth PoS
Trump sells ETH
Worldcoin launches in Singapore
ARK invest continues taking profits from COIN
PancakeSwap proposes reducing total supply by 300M.
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12/28/2023 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"Hong Kong proposes rules to enhance stablecoin oversight." Dec 27, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $42,803
Eth is down .5% at $2,281
Solana is down .5% at $111
Matic is up 20%
Thunder Terminal loses 86 ETH
Hong Kong proposes rules to enhance stablecoin oversight.
Barry Silbert, Mark Murphy step down from GBTC Board.
Longs see liquidation losses.
Telcoin drops 40%.
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12/27/2023 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"Mt. Gox reportedly starts paying creditors back." Dec 26, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $43,763
Eth is up slightly at $2,242
Solana up slightly at $116
Japanese government approves new tax regime
Coinbase responds to Senator Elizabeth Warren
Mt. Gox reportedly starts paying creditors back.
Crypto VC down 68% in 2023.
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12/26/2023 • 5 minutes
"SEC admits to inaccurate statements in lawsuit against startup" Dec 23, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $43,775
Eth is up slightly at $2,297
Solana is now in the top three, up 1% at $96
Bulgaria ends investigation into Nexo
SEC admits to inaccurate statements in lawsuit against startup
BarnBridge DAO faces fines from SEC.
Paxos gets NYDFS approval for Solana support.
Akron Energy secures $110M in funding.
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12/23/2023 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Hong Kong wants Bitcoin ETFs" Dec 22, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $43,581
Eth is down slightly at $2,294
BNB is down slightly at $267
Argentine Foreign Minister says BTC can be used in official contracts in the country
Hong Kong says they want spot BTC ETFs
Solana Saga phones oversubscribed.
Ethereum Dencun upgrade to reach testnets in Jan.
Wemade and Whampoa Digital to launch $100M Web3 fund
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12/22/2023 • 4 minutes, 57 seconds
"US Court finalizes Silk Road BTC seizure" Dec 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $44,108
Eth is down 1% at $2,255
BNB is down slightly at $271
US Court finalizes Silk Road BTC seizure
Worldcoin halts scanning in India, Brazil, France
3AC assets frozen
Warren vs. Crypto
ARK Invest sells more COIN
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12/21/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
Ripple receives VASP license in Ireland. Dec 20, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $43,157
Eth is up 1% at $2,229
BNB is up 1.5% at $259
Near protocol up 16%
OKX fixes vulnerability in iOS wallet app
Ripple Markets Ireland Limited, received approval to operate as a VASP.
UK's Finance Minister, Jeremy Hunt works to create more crypto friendly environment.
FTX Debtors reaches global settlement with Bahamas based subsidiary.
China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology to encourage NFT/DAPP development.
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12/20/2023 • 5 minutes, 13 seconds
"BlackRock adjusts ETF application to cash-only." Dec 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,972
Eth is down slightly at $2,234
BNB is down .5% at $251
Injective, up 27%.
Near protocol up 15%
BlackRock adjusts ETF application to cash-only.
Revolut to suspend certain crypto services.
Senator Elizabeth Warren criticizes Blockchain Association.
Do Kwon successfully delays extradition.
Google searches for Solana surge.
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12/19/2023 • 5 minutes, 7 seconds
"OKX's NFT marketplace outpaces Blur and OpenSea in DTV" Dec 18, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $40,899
Eth is down .5% at $2,129
BNB is down .5% at $234
OKX's NFT marketplace outpaces Blur and OpenSea in daily trading volume.
Avalanche users pay over $13M in fees.
Cathie Wood continues taking COIN profits.
Tap Protocol raises $4.2M
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson continues beefing with XRP.
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12/18/2023 • 4 minutes, 54 seconds
"FTX revises chapter 11 plans of reorganization" Dec 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $41,919
Eth is up slightly at $2,215
BNB is up slightly at $241
Top gainers in the last 24 hours.
Internet Computer. Up 17%
FTX revises chapter 11 plans of reorganization
NFT Trader hacked.
Solana Saga sells out in US
Tether says its working with FBI
Namada is launching incentivized testnet
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12/17/2023 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"FTX revises chapter 11 plans of reorganization" Dec 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $41,919
Eth is up slightly at $2,215
BNB is up slightly at $241
Top gainers in the last 24 hours.
Internet Computer. Up 17%
FTX revises chapter 11 plans of reorganization
NFT Trader hacked.
Solana Saga sells out in US
Tether says its working with FBI
Namada is launching incentivized testnet
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12/17/2023 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"SEC denies Coinbase's request for new regulation." Dec 16, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $42,391
Eth is up slightly at $2,254
BNB is up slightly at $246
SEC denies Coinbase's request for new regulation.
Arbitrum outage
Polygon Labs pivots to CDK
Red Bull F1 to release NFTs
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12/16/2023 • 5 minutes, 29 seconds
"Ledger exploit loses $484k." Dec 15, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $42,614
Eth is down slightly at $2,252
BNB is down slightly at $249
Ledger hack loses $484k.
SafeMoon files for chapter 7.
Bitcoin Ordinals beats estimates by 5x.
Four individuals in LA charged by US DOJ.
Copper Network unveiled by Copper.
Nirvana Finance hacker faces 5 years.
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12/15/2023 • 5 minutes, 41 seconds
"Blockchain. com plans hiring amid expansion" Dec 14, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $43,112
Eth is down slightly at $2,302
BNB is down slightly at $252
Blockchain. com plans hiring amid expansion
OKX DEX loses $2.7M
Yearn loses $1.4M
Dynamic labs raises $13.5M
Lolli raises $8M
Ark Invest takes more COIN profits.
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12/14/2023 • 4 minutes, 57 seconds
"Crypto exchange KuCoin bows out of NYC and pays fine" December 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $41,180
Eth is up .5% at $2,181
BNB is down slightly at $249
Crypto exchange KuCoin bows out of NYC and pays fine.
3ACs Su Zhu should be released this month
Coinbase and Coinbase Asset Management launch "Project Diamond"
LINE NEXT secures $140 million.
Donald Trump launches "Mugshot Edition" NFTs
ARK invest takes more profits.
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12/13/2023 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"IRS wants $24B from FTX" Dec 12, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $41,900
Eth is up .5% at $2,223
BNB is up .5% at $251
IRS wants $24B from FTX
ARK invest offloads more GBTC
China's BSN announces RealDID
El Salvador gets regulatory approval for Volcano Bonds.
Market sees over $500M in liquidations
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12/12/2023 • 4 minutes, 54 seconds
"Google updates crypto ad policy" Dec 11, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,254
Eth is down slightly at $2,243
BNB is up 3% at 243
C1 Fund circles to pick up investments at discount.
Longs liquidated.
ARK offloads more COIN
Google updates ad policy
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12/11/2023 • 4 minutes, 48 seconds
"Judge grants SEC extra time in case against startup DEBT Box" Dec 10, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $43,888
Eth is up .5% at $2,348
BNB is back in the top three up .5% at 239
Judge grants SEC extra time in case against the crypto startup DEBT Box
Tether freezes over 40 wallets to comply with US OFAC sanctions.
Pudgy Penguins to launch web3 game.
Nonco raises $10M.
Compound DAO vote to reward dev falls short.
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12/10/2023 • 5 minutes, 1 second
"El Salvador launches "Freedom Visa" program" Dec 09, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $43,909
Eth is down slightly at $2,357
XRP is back in the top three up slightly at .68
El Salvador launches "Freedom Visa" program
US meets with Japan and North Korea over North Korean hacking
Fidelity, Blackrock and VanEck meet with SEC over spot BTC ETF.
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12/9/2023 • 4 minutes, 55 seconds
"Do Kwon will reportedly be extradited to US" Dec 08, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $43,761
Eth is down slightly at $2,363
Binance Coin is up slightly at $235
WSJ says Do Kwon will be extradited to US
Sotheby's launches first Bitcoin Ordinals auction
Jito soars on intro to market.
Binance withdraws application for investment management license in Abu Dhabi
Sam Altman affiliated Meanwhile Group launches BTC private credit fund
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12/8/2023 • 4 minutes, 7 seconds
"JPMorgan Chase's Jamie Dimon criticizes crypto in Senate hearing." Dec 07, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $43,396
Eth is up slightly at $2,255
Binance Coin is up slightly at $231
JPMorgan Chase's Jamie Dimon criticizes crypto in Senate hearing.
Cathie Wood's Ark Invest takes more COIN profits
Xion launches testnet
Sindri raises $5M.
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12/7/2023 • 4 minutes, 31 seconds
"Coinbase introduces social-based money transfers ' Dec 06, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $44,046
Eth is up slightly at $2,212
Binance Coin is up slightly at $230
Coinbase introduces social-based money transfers
More short liquidations as markets rise.
X.AI Corp files with SEC to raise $1B
Patrick McHenry, Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee will not run for re-election.
Ark Invest takes more profits.
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12/6/2023 • 4 minutes, 58 seconds
"Crypto industry on track for record year lobbying in US" Dec 05, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $41,865
Eth is up slightly at $2,212
Binance Coin is up slightly at $230
Crypto industry on track for record year lobbying in US
Phoenix Group IPO oversubscribed on ADX
Franklin Templeton CEO holds crypto in personal portfolio
Ark Invest offloads more COIN
Robinhood retail activity up 75% in Nov. compared to Oct.
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12/5/2023 • 3 minutes, 43 seconds
"Crypto.com receives EMI from UK's FCA." Dec 04, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $41,809
Eth is up slightly at $2,252
Binance Coin is up slightly at $231
Bitcoin tops $42k
Crypto.com receives EMI from UK's FCA.
UK lawmakers from House of Commons Treasury Committee raise concerns over digital pound.
El Salvador's President Bukele says the country's BTC investment is back in the black.
Platypus Finance hackers off the hook in a French court.
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12/4/2023 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"Federal Judge warns SEC over behavior" Dec 03, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $39,618
Eth is up slightly at $2,162
Binance Coin is up slightly at $227
Federal Judge warns SEC over behavior
Arbitrum DAO greenlights $23M backfund.
Lazarus Group siphons $3B from markets in 6 years.
Ark Invest offloads more COIN
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12/3/2023 • 4 minutes, 39 seconds
"Binance's VIP traders privy to impending $4B settlement. " Dec 02, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $38,791
Eth is up .5% at $2,106
Binance Coin is up slightly at $227
Bloomberg reports Binance's VIP traders privy to impending $4B settlement.
Congress works on EOY crypto legislation
Buterin cards creates gas buzz on Ethereum.
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12/2/2023 • 4 minutes, 55 seconds
"Hester Peirce calls for more efficient and clear crypto regulation from the SEC" Dec 01, 2024
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $38,382
Eth is down .5% at $2,082
Binance Coin is down slightly at $228
Hester Peirce calls for more efficient and clear crypto regulation from the SEC
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12/1/2023 • 4 minutes, 54 seconds
"FTX receives court approvals to sell trust assets" Nov 30, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,883
Eth is down slightly at $2,045
Binance Coin is up slightly at $228
Bitcoin's price surge liquidates $29M in shorts
Binance will discontinue BUSD in mid December
FTX receives court approvals to sell trust assets
AntPool to refund $3M Bitcoin transaction fee if claimed.
Forbes 30-under-30 lists 14 crypto-related leaders
Forbes introduces Hall of Shame, SBF tops list.
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11/30/2023 • 5 minutes, 3 seconds
"Jack Dorsey leads round for OCEAN" Nov 29, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $38,170
Eth is up slightly at $2,057
Binance Coin is up slightly at $229
Cristiano Ronaldo faces class action for Binance partnership
Jack Dorsey leads round for OCEAN
KyberSwap hacker will parlay tomorrow.
Coinchange secures $10 million in funding
Velodrome and Aerodrome suffer DNS attack
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11/29/2023 • 4 minutes, 48 seconds
"Arthur Hayes weighs in on CZ's punishment." Nov 28, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,202
Eth is down slightly at $2,022
Binance Coin is down slightly at $228
Arthur Hayes weighs in on CZ's punishment.
ARK invest takes profits in COIN
Tornado Cash delisted from Binance.
Cube.Exchange hits early access.
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11/28/2023 • 4 minutes, 43 seconds
"Zipmex Thailand suspends trading" Nov 27, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $36,981
Eth is down slightly at $2,019
Binance Coin is up slightly at $226
Zipmex Thailand suspends trading
Hong Kong police investigate Hounax
KyberSwap recovers some of lost funds.
Ark Invest sells $5M in GBTC
Cosmos Founder Jae Kwon calls for blockchain split.
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11/27/2023 • 4 minutes, 40 seconds
"UK investment funds approved for tokenization" Nov 26, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,601
Eth is up slightly at $2,086
Binance Coin is up slightly at $234
UK investment funds approved for tokenization
Cosmos Hub community approves max annual inflation to 10%
KPMG Canada teams up with Chainalysis.
Privy raises $18M Series A
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11/26/2023 • 4 minutes, 45 seconds
"CZ's attorneys argue he should be able to return to UAE" Nov 25, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,719
Eth is up .5% at $2,077
Binance Coin is up .5% at $233
CZ's attorneys argue he should be able to return to UAE
BLUR surges on Binance listing
Axie Infinity steps into merchandising
Jim Cramer flips back on BTC
Director made big profit on Doge bet.
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11/25/2023 • 5 minutes, 29 seconds
"Montenegro court approves Do Kwon's extradition" Nov 24, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,724
Eth is up slightly at $2,102
Binance Coin is down slightly at $235
South Korea central bank preps test for digital currency pilot with 100k citizens.
Montenegro court approves Do Kwon's extradition
KyberSwap offers 10% white hat bounty to hacker.
Wallet of Satoshi to step out of US market.
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11/24/2023 • 4 minutes, 28 seconds
"US prosecutors urge Binance founder CZ not to leave US before sentencing" Nov 23, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,293
Eth is down slightly at $2,056
Binance Coin is down slightly at $232
US prosecutors urge Binance founder CZ not to leave US before sentencing.
SBF request for release denied
KyberSwap exploit
Bitcoin user pays 3.1M in transaction fees.
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $36,590
Eth is up slightly at $2,022
Binance Coin is down slightly at $233
Binance's CZ pleads guilty, steps down, faces fines.
Binance Labs returned investor capital over the summer.
HTX exploit
Genesis Global Capital is suing Gemini Trust
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11/22/2023 • 5 minutes, 6 seconds
"US SEC files lawsuit against Kraken" Nov 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $37,198
Eth is up .5% at $2,012
Binance Coin is up slightly at $259
Bittrex Global to shut down
US SEC files lawsuit against Kraken
Binance reportedly in discussions with DOJ to settle.
Tether faces issues in London High Court.
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11/21/2023 • 5 minutes, 6 seconds
"Pro-BTC candidate Javier Milei wins in Argentina." Nov 20, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,118
Eth is down slightly at $2,018
Binance Coin is down slightly at $247
Pro-BTC candidate Javier Milei wins in Argentina.
BTC increasing on centralized exchanges.
WorldCoin stabilizes in wake of Sam Altman OpenAI layoff
Santander Private Banking International will offer high-profile clients crypto.
Uniswap-based DeFi protocol Panoptic raises $7 million
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11/20/2023 • 4 minutes, 51 seconds
"Senator Elizabeth Warren champions Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act" Nov 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $36,496
Eth is up slightly at $1,954
Binance Coin is down slightly at $243
Senator Elizabeth Warren continues her narrative of crypto is bad.
FTX creditors may ultimately see more $ than expected
Kronos Research suffers exploit.
dYdX loses part of insurance fund in market manipulation
OpenChat to test facial recognition.
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11/19/2023 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"Open interest for BTC options reaches ATH on Deribit." Nov 18, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $36, 441
Eth is up slightly at $1,940
Binance Coin is down slightly at $243
WorldCoin price slides on Sam Altman OpenAI ousting.
Fidelity plans ETH ETF
SEC delays decision on Hashdex Nasdaq Ethereum ETF
SEC delays Global X Bitcoin Trust
Open interest for BTC options hits ATH on Deribit.
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11/18/2023 • 4 minutes, 39 seconds
"Aave Companies rebrands to Avara." Nov 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $36, 481
Eth is down slightly at $1,966
Binance Coin is down slightly at $244
Anchorage Digital launches custody and trading for registered advisors.
Aave Companies rebrands to Avara.
South Korean prosecutors have filed an appeal in the alleged fraud case involving Lee Jeong-hoon.
Taproot Wizards raises $7.5 million
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11/17/2023 • 5 minutes
"BlackRock files for spot ETH ETF." Nov 16, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,137
Eth is down slightly at $2,049
Binance Coin is down slightly at $250
BlackRock files for spot ETH ETF.
South Korea's National Pension Service acquires $20M of Coinbase shares.
Union Labs secures $4M in seed funding.
Jupiter to airdrop to early users.
Do Kwon's appeal denied by Montenegro high court.
NHL avoids NFT lingo in collectible launch.
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11/16/2023 • 5 minutes, 4 seconds
"Disney teams up with Dapper Labs for Disney Pinnacle NFT program" Nov 15, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $36,206
Eth is up slightly at $2,015
Binance Coin is up .5% at $251
Binance Japan adds 13 tokens
Fake BlackRock XRP filing handed over to Deleware DOJ.
Blockchain.com closes $110M series E.
Disney teams up with Dapper Labs for Disney Pinnacle.
Moons soars on decentralization
Commerzbank AG secures crypto custody license in Germany
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11/15/2023 • 5 minutes, 12 seconds
"Crypto.com receives VASP license in Dubai" Nov 14, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $36,425
Eth is up slightly at $2,035
Binance Coin is down slightly at $243
Crypto.com receives VASP license in Dubai
XRP surges on fake BlackRock XRP ETF listing
Fnality raises $95M
Modhaus raises $8M in series A
GROK token falls on ZachXBT raised concerns
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11/14/2023 • 4 minutes, 52 seconds
"Bithumb gears up for IPO" Nov 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $36,944
Eth is up slightly at $2,055
Binance Coin is up slightly at $245
Bithumb gears up for IPO
SlowMist discovers phishing attack vector
Hacker swipes USDT
Cathie Wood's ARK Invest takes profits of GBTC
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11/13/2023 • 4 minutes, 39 seconds
"Near Foundation teams up with Eigen Labs" Nov 12, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,022
Eth is down slightly at $2,045
Binance Coin is down slightly at $248
Block Scholes raises a $3.3 million round.
Can Sun, former FTX GC to lead Backpack
Near Foundation joins Eigen Labs
Iris Energy focuses on green energy.
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11/12/2023 • 4 minutes, 46 seconds
"48 countries sign on to tax transparency scheme " Nov 11, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $36,992
Eth is down slightly at $2,050
Binance Coin is down slightly at $248
48 countries sign on to tax transparency scheme
Poloniex suffers exploit.
Holdnaut to be liquidated
Raft Exploit
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11/11/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"Eth up on BlackRock's paperwork for ETH ETF Trust" Nov 10, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $37,059
Eth is up slightly at $2,105
Binance Coin is down slightly at $253
BlackRock files paperwork for ETH ETF Trust, won't comment.
CME overtakes Binance in BTC futures
Kraken assists SEROCU in returning scammed IOTA users.
Celsius Bankruptcy update
Roblox CEO teases NFTs again
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11/10/2023 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"Binance announces self-custody wallet" Nov 08, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $35,399
Eth is up slightly at $1,886
Binance Coin is down slightly at $246
Binance announces self-custody wallet
Ripple partners with HSBC
SEBA receives license from the Hong Kong SFC
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11/8/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"Coinbase expands Global Advisory Council" Nov 07, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $34,681
Eth is up slightly at $1,875
BNB is up slightly at $247
Coinbase expands Global Advisory Council
Kazakh government takes regulatory action against Coinbase
Ordinals price surge
Kraken plans layer 2.
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11/7/2023 • 4 minutes, 52 seconds
"'The Simpsons' takes on NFTs" Nov 06, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $35,218
Eth is down slightly at $1,898
XRP is up slightly at .70
XRP spikes, overtakes BNB.
Bitcoin addresses with over 1k in BTC tops 8M.
BOE & FCA Seek feedback on stablecoin regulation.
The Simpsons takes on NFTs
Roger Ver sues Matrixport.
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11/6/2023 • 4 minutes, 51 seconds
"Magic Eden teams up with Yuga Labs for Ethereum based NFT marketplace" Nov 05, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $35,092
Eth is down slightly at $1,885
BNB is down .5% at $242
Magic Eden teams up with Yuga Labs for Ethereum based NFT marketplace
NikeXRTFKT making waves.
Bitfinex experiences partial hack
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11/5/2023 • 4 minutes, 42 seconds
Jury rules FTX's SBF guilty on 7 counts. Nov 04, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $34,821
Eth is up .5% at $1,844
BNB is up slightly at $233
SBF found guilty on 7 charges.
SEC seeks summary judgement against Do Kwon
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11/4/2023 • 4 minutes, 22 seconds
"SBF's defense presents closing arguments" Nov 02, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $35,267
Eth is down slightly at $1,830
BNB is up slightly at $229
SBF's defense presents closing arguments
PayPal registers with FCA in UK
MicroStrategy grows BTC holdings.
Toposware closes $5M strategic seed round
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11/2/2023 • 5 minutes, 4 seconds
"AI related tokens down on Biden's EA." Nov 01, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $34,405
Eth is down slightly at $1,798
BNB is down slightly at $224
AI related tokens down on Biden's EA.
PRL founder faces prison time.
Police in Taiwan bust crypto related laundering ring.
ONYX suffers exploit.
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11/1/2023 • 5 minutes, 7 seconds
"Bitcoin turns 15." Oct 31, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $34,518
Eth is down slightly at $1,812
BNB is up slightly at $228
Bitcoin White Paper published 15 years ago, today.
SBF said phrases like "I don't remember" more than 150 times in testimony
Stars Arena team member departs.
Unibot Exploit
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10/31/2023 • 4 minutes, 30 seconds
"CME now second-largest bitcoin futures exchange" Oct 30, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $34,554
Eth is down slightly at $1,791
BNB is up slightly at $227
CME now second-largest bitcoin futures exchange
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10/30/2023 • 4 minutes, 28 seconds
"Daily Exchange volumes surge" Oct 29, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $34,298
Eth is up .5% at $1,791
BNB is up slightly at $226
SBF said DCG asked him for a bailout
Daily exchange volumes cross levels not seen since March
Zodia Markets registers with VASP in Ireland.
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10/29/2023 • 4 minutes, 45 seconds
"SBF denies wrongdoing in his testimony." Oct 28, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $34,163
Eth is up slightly at $1,794
BNB is down slightly at $227
SBF denies wrongdoing in his testimony.
BOE digital pound consultation receives 50k responses.
Gemini Trust files complaint against Genesis.
Fed officer emphasizes stablecoin regulation.
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10/28/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"Taiwan takes step towards regulating crypto " Oct 27, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $34,037
Eth is up slightly at $1,782
BNB is up slightly at $224
SBF takes the stand in front of no jury.
Senators ask DOJ for more pressure on Binance & Tether.
US Court orders Ripps/Cahen to pay over $1M in damages to Yuga Labs
Taiwan takes step towards regulating crypto
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10/27/2023 • 4 minutes, 46 seconds
"SBF will take the stand as he faces years in prison." Oct 26, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $34,114
Eth is down 1% at $1,812
BNB is down .5% at $224
SBF will take the stand as he faces years in prison.
JPMorgan says they're moving over 1B per day on JPM Coin
UK lawmakers pass Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill
Elliptic says terrorism funding through crypto is over reported.
more FTX assets hit exchanges.
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10/26/2023 • 5 minutes, 26 seconds
"BTC see-saws on listing and delisting of BlackRock's IBTC ticker" Oct 25, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $34,318
Eth is up slightly at $1,788
BNB is down slightly at $224
Nansen sees FTX funds hit Binance.
BTC see-saws on listing and delisting of BlackRock's IBTC
Binance sets up Hong Kong arm
Maestro telegram bot suffers 500k breach.
Binance faces technical difficulty with crypto withdrawals.
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10/25/2023 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"ETF rumors and hints spur BTC price" Oct 24, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $34,672
Eth is up 1% at $1,850
BNB is up .5% at $232
BlackRock's Spot BTC ETF appears on Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation list
Cathie Wood sells Coinbase and GBTC
$200M+ in short liquidations after BTC climbs above 35k.
SBF will call Joseph Pimbley as key witness.
NA leads in global crypto usage.
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10/24/2023 • 5 minutes, 19 seconds
"Hong Kong financial regulator improves crypto friendly stance." Oct 23, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $30,657
Eth is up slightly at $1,677
BNB is up .5% at $220
Security issue in Bitcoin lightning network.
WorldCoin foundation will pay operators with WLD instead of USDC
Hong Kong financial regulator improves crypto friendly stance.
Tom Emmer considering Speaker of the House seat
Blockaid raises $33M.
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10/23/2023 • 5 minutes, 20 seconds
"Bitcoin's market dominance hits highest level in 2 years" Oct 22, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $29,955
Eth is up 1% at $1,632
BNB is up .5% at $214
Bitcoin's market dominance hits highest level in 2 years
Bitdeer to buy back $2M in shares.
GRVT first hyperchain in the zkSync ecosystem
Solana shrugs off FTX FUD
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10/22/2023 • 4 minutes, 39 seconds
"Binance discontinues debit card offering in EU" Oct 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,780
Eth is down .5% at $1,607
BNB is down .5% at $213
Binance discontinuing debit card offering in European Economic Area
Philippines-based Coins.ph lost $4M+ XRP in likely exploit.
FBI charges 6 in money transmitting case.
TVL on Gnosis Chain doubles
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10/21/2023 • 4 minutes, 48 seconds
"Charges against Ripple's executives dropped by SEC." Oct 20, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,892
Eth is down slightly at $1,616
BNB is down slightly at $214
Charges against Ripple's Brad Garlinghouse & Chris Larsen dropped by SEC.
Joseph Lubin faces lawsuit from former employees.
DTCC buys Securrency
Binance has new Euro partners.
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10/20/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"NYAG files complaint against Genesis, DCG, Gemini and Execs." Oct 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $28,479
Eth is up slightly at $1,555
BNB is down slightly at $210
NYAG files complaint against Genesis, DCG, Gemini and Execs.
FTX used customer funds to repurchase Binance stake
Coinbase chooses Ireland
Elizabeth Warren calls for response over illicit use from Biden
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10/19/2023 • 5 minutes, 29 seconds
"Fantom Foundation's wallets exploited." Oct 18, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,358
Eth is down slightly at $1,580
BNB is down slightly at $213
SBF trial reveals more significant sponsorships
Fantom Foundation's wallets exploited.
Yuga Labs focuses on Otherside
Nelly's X account hacked.
Refik Anadol's latest NFT collection makes a splash in the NFT market.
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10/18/2023 • 5 minutes, 14 seconds
"Bitcoin spikes (then settles) after false ETF reports." Oct 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,436
Eth is down slightly at $1,584
BNB is down slightly at $212
FTX trustees proposal returns 90% of funds to investors.
Binance.US users can no longer withdraw U.S. dollars
Bitcoin spikes on false ETF reports.
Squads Labs raises $5.7M
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10/17/2023 • 5 minutes
"California Governor Gavin Newsom signs Digital Financial Assets Law" Oct 16, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,749
Eth is down slightly at $1,581
BNB is down slightly at $212
SBF's lawyers request more Adderall
California Governor Gavin Newsom signs Digital Financial Assets Law
Australia plans to regulate digital asset services platforms
Upbit receives temporary approval from MAS.
Ethereum's validator queues hit record lows.
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10/16/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"THORSwap resumes trading after updated T&C" Oct 15, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,840
Eth is up slightly at $1,558
BNB is down slightly at $206
BOND up after BarnBridge complies with SEC.
THORSwap resumes trading after updated T&C
Trezor introduces new models
Flare Network will burn FLR to support community.
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10/15/2023 • 4 minutes, 46 seconds
"Ferrari to accept crypto" Oct 14, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,855
Eth is up slightly at $1,546
BNB is down slightly at $205
SEC won't appeal court's reversal of GBTC rejection.
FTX estate stakes Solana holdings
Ferrari to accept crypto
CertiK goes through layoffs.
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10/14/2023 • 4 minutes, 55 seconds
"CFTC charges Voyager Digital co-founder Stephen Ehrlich with fraud" Oct 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,812
Eth is up slightly at $1,546
BNB is up slightly at $205
CFTC charges Voyager Digital co-founder Stephen Ehrlich with fraud and failure to register
Coinbase voices concerns over IRS proposal.
Tether's CTO Paolo Ardoino takes over as CEO.
Arbitrum's concludes first round of grant applications.
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10/13/2023 • 5 minutes, 38 seconds
"More revelations from SBF trial." Oct 12, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,813
Eth is down slightly at $1,548
BNB is up slightly at $205
More revelations from SBF trial.
Elliptic says it has discovered potential Russian involvement related to stolen assets from FTX.
Platypus Finance loses $2M in exploit.
Game of Silks raises $5M.
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10/12/2023 • 5 minutes, 19 seconds
"Caroline Ellison's first day as star witness in SBF trial" Oct 11, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,242
Eth is down slightly at $1,569
BNB is up slightly at $207
Caroline Ellison's first day as star witness in SBF trial
JPMorgan successfully conducts
its first blockchain-based collateral settlement
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10/11/2023 • 4 minutes, 4 seconds
"Market reacts to middle east conflict" Oct 10, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,515
Eth is down .5% at $1,580
BNB is up slightly at $207
Consultant saved millions in FTX hack last year
Israeli police freeze crypto accounts associated with Hamas.
Markets react to conflict
Ripple's CFO departs
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10/10/2023 • 4 minutes, 36 seconds
"Crypto friendly Tom Emmer makes a move for House Majority Leader" Oct 09, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,443
Eth is down slightly at $1,587
BNB is up slightly at $206
Crypto friendly Tom Emmer makes a move for House Majority Leader
HTX hacker takes White Hat deal.
Upbit faced 160k hacking attempts in first half of the year
Sam Altman expresses concerns about US gov approach to crypto on Joe Rogan's podcast.
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10/9/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"Revenue is key for FriendTech devs." Oct 08, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,827
Eth is down slightly at $1,619
BNB is up slightly at $211
FriendTech devs reportedly bring in $20M in revenue
FloorDAO splits in wrestle for control.
Ostium Labs secures $3.5M in funding.
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10/8/2023 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"Gary Wang testifies in SBF case" Oct 07, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,983
Eth is up slightly at $1,640
BNB is up slightly at $212
Gary Wang says Alameda Research had special privileges on FTX.
Stars Arena suffers exploit.
Yuga Labs restructuring, sees layoffs.
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10/7/2023 • 4 minutes, 48 seconds
"Judge in SBF case expresses frustration at defense." Oct 06, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,730
Eth is up slightly at $1,634
BNB is up slightly at $212
Judge in SBF case expresses frustration at defense.
Taiwan working on proposal for dedicated crypto asset act by the end of November
Ethereum staking surge pushes centralization.
Ledger reducing workforce
Sui foundation re-allocating 117M tokens to support ecosystem.
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10/6/2023 • 5 minutes, 13 seconds
"Jury selection complete, opening statements made in SBF trial." Oct 05, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,746
Eth is down slightly at $1,637
BNB is up slightly at $212
Jury selection complete, opening statements made in SBF trial.
HKEX introduces HKEX Synapse
FriendTech introduces email 2FA to combat SIM swapping attacks.
a16z leads $26M round for Blackbird.
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10/5/2023 • 5 minutes, 7 seconds
"Crypto-friendly Rep. Patrick McHenry is temporarily taking over as Speaker of the House" Oct 04, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,575
Eth is up slightly at $1,647
BNB is up slightly at $212
XRP boosts on news of MAS license, and partial ruling against SEC.
Crypto-friendly Rep. Patrick McHenry is temporarily taking over as Speaker of the House
In 2019, Binance CEO “CZ” turned down a $40 million offer from former FTX CEO SBF
SBF trial day 2.
Artificial intelligence firm Anthropic is raising new funds
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10/4/2023 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"Jury selection commences in FTX trial." Oct 03, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,464
Eth is down slightly at $1,653
BNB is down .5% at $213
SBF seeks to prevent several witnesses. Jury selection commences in FTX trial.
Rollbit pulled in $38 million in revenues in Sept.
Grayscale seeks to convert Grayscale Ethereum trust into spot ether ETF.
Chainalysis announces a 15% reduction in staff.
Christen Ager-Hanssen, the former CEO of nChain Group leaves over dispute with board.
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10/3/2023 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"SBF faces more restrictions from judge as trial looms." Oct 02, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,211
ETH is down half a percent at $1,725
BNB is down slightly at $218
SEC files lawsuit against Prager Metis
SBF disallowed from laying blame on advisors/lawyers in looming trial.
UBS Asset Management initiates tokenized money market fund on Ethereum blockchain.
VanEck intends to donate 10% of profits from its Ethereum Strategy (ETF) to The Protocol Guild.
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10/2/2023 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"Prosecutors will call investors & employees in FTX trial." Oct 01, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,176
Eth is up slightly at $1,685
BNB is up slightly at $215
Prosecutors will call investors & employees in FTX trial.
Vitalik shares thoughts on Ethereum's future in blog post.
Mosaic Exchange Ltd and owner charged by CFTC.
Paradigm accuses SEC of attempting to change the law through Binance case
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10/1/2023 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Su Zhu apprehended in Singapore" Sep 30, 2023
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,943
Eth is down slightly at $1,677
BNB is down slightly at $214
Su Zhu has been apprehended in Singapore
ETH linked to the 2022 FTX hack is on the move.
IYK raises 16M in seed funding led by A16z Crypto
Australian man faces theft charges after crypto.com makes transfer error.
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9/30/2023 • 5 minutes, 7 seconds
"Buenos Aires launching blockchain-based digital identity service" Sep 29, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,970
Eth is down slightly at $1,673
BNB is down slightly at $215
SBFs trial schedule emerges
Buenos Aires is launching a blockchain-based digital identity service
Fireblocks has acquired BlockFold
Gemini will cease services for Netherlands based customers
Ripple backs out of Fortress Trust acquisition.
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9/29/2023 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"SEC's Gensler faces questions from House " Sep 28, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,461
Eth is up slightly at $1,623
BNB is up slightly at $213
Do Kwon's lawyers argue against SEC deposition.
Gemini withdrew some funds from Genesis before bankruptcy.
SEC's Gensler faces questions from House
Coinbase gets approval for perpetual futures trading services
CZ denies being owner of CommEX.
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9/28/2023 • 5 minutes, 41 seconds
"Shanghai makes moves to boost blockchain adoption." Sep 27, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,789
Eth is up slightly at $1,626
BNB is down slightly at $215
Shanghai court rules Bitcoin legitimate
Binance selling Russian stake.
SBF trial looms, judge sets parameters
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9/27/2023 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"Binance collaborating with MUFG for Japanese stablecoin." Sep 26, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,240
Eth is down slightly at $1,589
BNB is up slightly at $212
Binance collaborating with MUFG for Japanese stablecoin.
Coinbase registers in Spain.
HTX hacked
Ben Armstrong arrested.
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9/26/2023 • 5 minutes, 12 seconds
"FTX's former law firm & former endorsers seek class-action lawsuit dismissal." Sep 25, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,077
Eth is down slightly at $1,567
BNB is down slightly at $208
FTX's former law firm & former celeb stars seek to dismiss class-action lawsuits
Board shakeup in Celsius wind-down.
Mixin Network suffers hack.
Arbitrum Foundation claims 69M unclaimed tokens for treasury.
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9/25/2023 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"ByBit suspending services in UK" Sep 24, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,602
Eth is up slightly at $1,594
BNB is up slightly at $210
ByBit suspending services in UK
OpenSea says third party vendor possibly exposed API keys
Terra Classic votes to stop all minting of Terra Classic USD
CoinScan raises 6.3M.
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9/24/2023 • 5 minutes, 6 seconds
"Coinbase considered buying FTX Europe to expand derivatives" Sep 23, 2023
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,577
Eth is up slightly at $1,592
BNB is up slightly at $210
Coinbase considered buying FTX Europe to expand derivatives
Peter Marton, head of NYDFS virtual currency unit is stepping down.
Consensys to deprioritize Truffle and Ganache.
Proof of Play raises $33M in seed led by Greenoaks & a16z.
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9/23/2023 • 4 minutes, 57 seconds
"Google's BigQuery data analytics service expands blockchain support" Sep 22, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,640
Eth is up slightly at $1,597
BNB is up slightly at $211
FTX files lawsuit against former employees to recoup $150M
Google's BigQuery data analytics service expands support for blockchains
WSJ says Tether has continued to lend USDT stablecoins.
Bitmain, bitcoin mining rig manufacturer, is set to invest $53.9 million in Core Scientific.
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9/22/2023 • 5 minutes, 3 seconds
"Binance has warned of potential delistings of stablecoins due to MiCA" Sep 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,746
Eth is up slightly at $1,595
BNB is up slightly at $210
Maxine Waters critical of Republican-led bill that aims to prevent the Federal Reserve from issuing CBDC
Optimism conducting private sale of around 116 million OP tokens.
Binance has warned of potential delistings of stablecoins in Europe due to the EU's MiCA regulation.
Essential, a startup focused on intent-based infrastructure for blockchains, has secured $5.15M in seed.
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9/21/2023 • 5 minutes, 14 seconds
"Stanford University to return gifts from FTX." Sep 20, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,117
Eth is down slightly at $1,631
BNB is up slightly at $216
Stanford University to return gifts from FTX. SBF's parents deny allegations of misconduct.
SEC's head of Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit says more enforcement incoming against crypto exchanges and DeFi projects.
The UK passes Online Safety Bill, heads to King Charles for signature.
South Korean taxpayers report overseas crypto assets worth $98.5B
North Korean hackers increasingly using Russian crypto exchanges to move funds.
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9/20/2023 • 5 minutes, 19 seconds
"FTX files lawsuit against SBF's parents" Sep 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,236
Eth is up slightly at $1,647
BNB is up slightly at $218
FTX files lawsuit against SBF's parents
Citigroup launches tokenization for institutional clients.
Binance sees boost in BETH deposits.
GRVTY secures funds.
Oak Grove Ventures launches.
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9/19/2023 • 5 minutes, 47 seconds
"HKMA issues warnings to crypto firms" Sep 18, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,203
Eth is up slightly at $1,653
BNB is up slightly at $219
HKMA issues warnings to crypto firms
crypto influencer and former lawyer Joseph Lam arrested in connection with JPEX.
Malta's Financial Services Authority (MFSA) is making changes to its rulebook for crypto companies to align with MiCA
Whale makes bets on Eth.
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9/18/2023 • 5 minutes, 1 second
"Mark Cuban hit with phishing attack." Sep 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,587
Eth is down slightly at $1,630
BNB is up slightly at $214
FTX claim portal back online
Mark Cuban hit with phishing attack.
Gemini criticizes DCG's repayment plan.
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9/17/2023 • 4 minutes, 51 seconds
"DOJ questions SBF's jury questions" Sep 16, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $26,519
Eth is down slightly at $1,635
BNB is down slightly at $214
SEC says Binance isn't cooperating enough
CZ says former Binance.us CEO just needed to take time.
DOJ questions SBF's jury questions
Hong Kong Legislative Council member Johnny Ng issues invite to Vitalik Buterin.
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9/16/2023 • 5 minutes, 6 seconds
"Genesis ceases all trading operations." Sep 15, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $26,454
Eth is down slightly at $1,623
BNB is down slightly at $212
Genesis ceases all trading operations.
Coinbase received $1M in fees during Curve Finance hack.
F2Pool returns founds to PAXOS
Reverie launches a $20 million crypto venture fund called Reverie Fund One.
Crypto custodian BitGo and bitcoin financial services firm Swan are planning to create a Bitcoin-only trust company.
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9/15/2023 • 5 minutes, 14 seconds
"SEC Chair Gary Gensler reiterates tough stance on crypto" Sep 14, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,496
Eth is up slightly at $1,625
BNB is up slightly at $212
SEC Chair Gary Gensler reiterates tough stance on crypto
PAXOS behind 500k bitcoin fee transaction
Huobi rebranding to HTX
Thailand's second-largest bank creates $100 million fund Web3, AI fund.
OKX wants longterm partnerships
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9/14/2023 • 5 minutes, 7 seconds
"CoinEx hit with exploit.' Sep 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,194
Eth is up slightly at $1,604
BNB is up slightly at $212
The Block reports Binance.us CEO departs, layoffs.
CoinEx hit with exploit.
DCG has new proposition for Gemini.
Ripple to focus hiring outside of the US because of SEC.
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9/13/2023 • 5 minutes, 28 seconds
"Vitalik speaks on Twitter hack" Sep 12, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,103
Eth is down slightly at $1,609
BNB is up slightly at $212
Vitalik speaks on Twitter hack
Expected FTX selling pressure pushes markets down
PayPal touts MetaMask off ramp
Banana Gun Telegram launch missteps.
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $25,632
Eth is down slightly at $1,587
BNB is up slightly at $207
FTX estate takes legal action against LayerZero Labs
Ripple covered users during Fortress Trust acquisition
Bitcoin user mistakenly pays 500k in fees to move tiny amount of BTC.
Animoca Brands has secured $20 million in funding for its Mocaverse project
India reviewing stance on crypto
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9/11/2023 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Vitalik's Twitter hacked, $700k lost to phishing tweet." Sep 10, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $25,797
Eth is down slightly at $1,624
BNB is up slightly at $212
Vitalik Buterin's Twitter hacked, 700k lost in phishing tweet.
LBRY files for appeal citing Ripple
Binance NFT marketplace discontinue support for the Polygon
Glass will shutter
NounsDAO, is on the brink of a treasury split
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9/10/2023 • 5 minutes, 59 seconds
"Ripple acquires Fortress Trust" Sep 09, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $25,859
Eth is down slightly at $1,632
BNB is up slightly at $215
SEC pushes for appeal in Ripple case.
Ripple acquires Fortress Trust
Prosecutors and Defense spar over SBF's access
Ant Group introduces Zan
Utah resident settles with SEC over BTC commodity pool.
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9/9/2023 • 5 minutes, 3 seconds
"Founder of defunct Turkish crypto exchange Thodex faces life in prison." Sep 08, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $25,798
Eth is down slightly at $1,625
BNB is down slightly at $214
FBI says the Lazarus Group is responsible for the $41 million theft from Stake.
Founder of defunct Turkish crypto exchange Thodex gets over 11k years in prison.
Former FTX exec Ryan Salame pleads guilty to conspiracy charges
Riot Platforms received a record $31.7 million in energy credits from the state of Texas
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9/8/2023 • 4 minutes, 23 seconds
"Joint policy paper from IMF and FSB warns against blanket bans on crypto" Sep 07, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $25,701
Eth is down slightly at $1,627
BNB is down slightly at $213
Alex Mashinsky reportedly has assets frozen
Joint policy paper from IMF and FSB warns against blanket bans on crypto
Vitalik Buterin co-authors research paper on Privacy Pools privacy protocol.
Individual phished for 24M
Cboe's BZX exchange is trying to launch the first spot ether exchange-traded funds
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9/7/2023 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
"DOJ says SBF has enough access to internet/laptop time" Sep 06, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $25,716
Eth is up slightly at $1,631
BNB is up slightly at $214
DOJ says SBF has enough access to internet/laptop time
Grayscale says SEC has 'no grounds' to reject conversion of GBTC to ETF.
MetaMask introduces new sell function to deliver crypto to fiat.
Story Protocol announces $54M round led by a16z
Coinbase's Base fumbles on block production
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9/6/2023 • 5 minutes, 7 seconds
"DOJ points to FTX Super Bowl ads as evidence of unified company" Sep 05, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $25,768
Eth is up slightly at $1,635
BNB is down slightly at $215
DOJ says Super Bowl ads raise questions about the separation of FTX's operations
$41M of crypto vanishes from Stake
South Korea to take North Korea's crypto head on
Gala Games infighting.
Bitfinex reveals that it holds bitcoin on its balance sheet.
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9/5/2023 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"More revelations in FTX/SBF trial." Sep 03, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $25,927
Eth is down slightly at $1,633
BNB is down slightly at $214
Vitalik sells remaining MakerDAO holdings
More revelations in FTX/SBF trial.
Paradigm to part ways with General Counsel, CFO.
$100 million worth of tokens will unlock this month.
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9/3/2023 • 5 minutes, 26 seconds
"Robinhood repurchases HOOD shares from SBF/FTX" Sep 02, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $25,816
Eth is down slightly at $1,634
BNB is up slightly at $214
Robinhood repurchases HOOD shares from SBF/FTX
Ripple opposes SEC stance.
BTC whales accumulate in final weeks of August.
Arkham intelligence identifies Grayscale Ethereum Trust wallets
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9/2/2023 • 5 minutes, 4 seconds
"OKX makes moves in India" Sep 01, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .slightly at $26,054
Eth is up slightly at $1,647
BNB is up slightly at $215
Head of Binance APAC departs
Binance phasing out BUSD
New York Court rules Uniswap cannot be a defendant in scam token case
DCG creditors cry foul.
OKX makes moves in India
Web3 hacks and fraud top $1.2B in 2023.
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9/1/2023 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"Elon Musk's X obtains money transmitter licenses in multiple US states " Aug 31, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $27,313
Eth is up .5% at $1,713
BNB is up slightly at $224
SBF's lawyers riffing with judge.
Elon Musk's X obtains money transmitter licenses in multiple US states
Coinbase to list PYUSD
Worldcoin sees surge of sign-ups in Argentina
Arkham Intelligence says Robinhood owns 5th largest ETH wallet.
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8/31/2023 • 5 minutes, 1 second
"Judge rules in favor of Grayscale in case against SEC." Aug 30, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,383
Eth is down slightly at $1,717
BNB is up slightly at $224
Binance Japan to increase token listings.
Coinbase shares up on Grayscale win.
Prosecutors say SBF has enough access.
Bitcoin friendly mayor Francis Suarez withdraws from presidential run.
Robinhood and Jump trading split.
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8/30/2023 • 5 minutes, 13 seconds
"US DOJ seeks to prevent SBF's 'expert witnesses'" Aug 29, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $25,960
Eth is down slightly at $1,641
BNB is up slightly at $217
US DOJ seeks to prevent SBF's 'expert witnesses'
Ark Invest says Argentina adoption outpacing El Salvador
Binance rethinks Russia position
BTC holders hodling
Cryptoys announces Disney Mickey and Friends collection
BitBoy Crypto removed by parent company.
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8/29/2023 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
"Arkham Intelligence says $3B whale wallet belongs to Robinhood." Aug 28, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,064
Eth is down slightly at $1,648
BNB is up slightly at $217
South Korean crypto exchanges will be required to hold $2.3 million in reserves.
FTX lawyers again ask for temporary releases.
Arkham Intelligence says 3B whale wallet belongs to Robinhood.
OnlyETH. OnlyFans parent company reports impairment losses on Eth holdings.
Balancer confirms exploit.
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8/28/2023 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"Base and Optimism Collective form partnership" Aug 27, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,048
Eth is down slightly at $1,648
BNB is up slightly at $216
Base and Optimism Collective form partnership
HKMA considers tokenization as a way to enhance efficiency.
Pepe Memecoin team steals 16 trillion Pepe coins ($15M)
Cathie Wood's ARK Invest and 21Shares jointly apply for two futures ETFs
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8/27/2023 • 4 minutes, 58 seconds
"US DEA accidentally sends $55k to scammers." Aug 26, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,030
Eth is down slightly at $1,649
BNB is up slightly at $217
US DEA accidentally sends $55k to scammers.
US Treasury Dept. releases proposed rule changes.
Binance removes 5 sanctioned Russian banks from P2P service.
PYUSD meets sluggish demand
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8/26/2023 • 5 minutes, 16 seconds
"Worldcoin's WLD down 40% since its debut" Aug 25, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,099
Eth is up slightly at $1,654
BNB is down slightly at $216
FTX and BlockFi affected by "cybersecurity incident"
Worldcoin's WLD down 40% since its debut
Base's Magnate Finance pulls off $6.4M rug pull
The PEPE meme coin has seen a 15% drop as multisig wallet changes permissions.
NFL Rivals," from Mythical Games, has over two million downloads during its soft launch.
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8/25/2023 • 5 minutes, 26 seconds
"Bitstamp discontinuing ether staking services for U.S. users" Aug 24, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,416
Eth is down slightly at $1,666
BNB is down slightly at $219
SBF's lawyers have been granted permission to visit him in prison for defense preparation
Binance discontinuing crypto-backed debit card services in Latin America and the Middle East.
Bitstamp, is discontinuing its ether staking services for U.S. users
DBS Bank introduces metaverse activation "DBS BetterWorld" aimed at reducing food waste.
Tornado Cash's co-founder, Roman Storm, has been arrested by the FBI
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8/24/2023 • 5 minutes, 56 seconds
"Former OpenSea Exec Nate Chastain gets 3 months for insider trading." Aug 23, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $25,947
Eth is up slightly at $1,643
BNB is up slightly at $214
FBI Issues warning over $40M in connection to Lazarus hacking group.
Former OpenSea Exec Nate Chastain gets 3 months for insider trading.
Coin Center lobbies congress over taxation
Maple Finance raises $5M.
MoonPay brings solution to Binance.US
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8/23/2023 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
"Coinbase announces equity stake in Circle" Aug 22, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,055
Eth is down slightly at $1,662
BNB is up slightly at $209
SBF arraigned in court.
Coinbase announces equity stake in Circle
Chinese Party Official sentenced for corruption
FBI seized 1.7M in crypto between March and July 2023
Ministry of Digital Economy and Society in Thailand warns Meta over scams.
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8/22/2023 • 4 minutes, 37 seconds
"Vitalik Buterin moves $1M in ETH to Coinbase." Aug 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,067
Eth is up slightly at $1,674
BNB is down slightly at $211
Vitalik Buterin moves $1M in ETH to Coinbase.
Momentum Capital has received a $10 million investment from Canada's BM Fund
Bitget is implementing stricter KYC rules.
Recur will shutter.
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8/21/2023 • 5 minutes
"Checkout. com ends partnership with Binance" Aug 20, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,173
Eth is up slightly at $1,674
BNB is up slightly at $216
Coinbase's offshore derivatives exchange sees surge in daily trading volumes
Checkout. com ends partnership with Binance
Mark Cuban criticizes OpenSea
Jada AI raises $25M
Mastercard announces formation of CBDC program
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8/20/2023 • 5 minutes, 12 seconds
"SEC to appeal judge's ruling on XRP." Aug 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $25,871
Eth is down slightly at $1,658
BNB is down slightly at $215
SEC requests permission to appeal judge's ruling that XRP sales didn't violate laws.
Exactly Protocol exploited for $12M
Venus Protocol liquidates wallet associated with bridge hack.
Yuga Labs to disassociate with OpenSea
OpenSea to walk away from BSC.
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8/19/2023 • 5 minutes, 17 seconds
"BTC/ETH drop causes liquidations across markets" Aug 18, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,396
Eth is down slightly at $1,681
BNB is up slightly at $218
Elon Musk writes down BTC from SpaceX
BTC falls, causes liquidations.
Coinbase to halt trading of stablecoins USDT, DAI, and RAI for Canadian users.
Farmington State Bank faces federal enforcement
Trading volume for Bitcoin Ordinals drops.
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8/18/2023 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"Ripple Labs opposes SEC's move to seek summary judgement" Aug 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $28,506
Eth is down slightly at $1,785
BNB is down slightly at $230
Ripple Labs opposes SEC's move to seek summary judgement
North Korean hackers have nabbed over $180 million in the first half of the year per SK intelligence.
Singapore authorities shut down money launderers.
Securitize to acquire crypto investment platform Onramp Invest.
Sichuan province makes metaverse push.
Price of SEI slides on airdrop.
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8/17/2023 • 5 minutes, 35 seconds
"BitGo closes $100M series C " Aug 16, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,122
Eth is down slightly at $1,822
BNB is down slightly at $234
Reports clarify Trump holds more than $5M ETH—most from NFT sales/royalties.
House Republicans demand SEC clarify Prometheum approval.
SwirlLend rug pull
BitGo closes $100M series C
Dinari secures $7.5 million seed.
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8/16/2023 • 5 minutes, 4 seconds
"Binance files motion seeking protective order against US SEC" Aug 15, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,349
Eth is down slightly at $1,837
BNB is down slightly at $238
Binance files motion seeking protective order against US SEC
SBF faces seven counts of conspiracy and fraud in a new indictment
FDIC warns banks about crypto.
Kraken Ventures raising another $100M fund.
Chinese Filecoin company face trial over pyramid scheme
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8/15/2023 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Coca-Cola launches "Masterpiece" NFT collection on Base" Aug 14, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,351
Eth is down slightly at $1,845
BNB is down slightly at $240
Coca-Cola launches "Masterpiece" NFT collection on Base
Just under $1M affected by Libbitcoin wallet explorer.
Pro-Bitcoin libertarian candidate Javier Milei advances in Argentina.
US Republican presidential candidate holds more than $500k in ETH.
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8/14/2023 • 5 minutes, 17 seconds
"Uniswap employee fired for role in FrensTech rug" Aug 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,371
Eth is down slightly at $1,848
BNB is up slightly at $240
Uniswap employee fired for role in FrensTech rug
Curve Finance recovers 70% of stolen funds
Researchers at San Diego State University say investors lost $870k across the year to twitter scams.
HypeLab raises $4M in seed.
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8/13/2023 • 5 minutes, 10 seconds
"SBF returned to Jail to await trial" Aug 12, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,407
Eth is down slightly at $1,849
BNB is up slightly at $240
SBF returned to Jail—will not pass Go, or collect $200.
Senator Cynthia Lummis and several crypto lobbying groups have filed amicus briefs supporting Coinbase
Gemini vs DCG heats up
MoonPay lawsuit names Sotheby's
SEC delays Ark 21Shares Bitcoin ETF application
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8/12/2023 • 5 minutes, 13 seconds
"More hurdles for Worldcoin" Aug 11, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,403
Eth is up slightly at $1,847
BNB is up slightly at $240
Worldcoin in trouble in Argentina
Kraken overtakes Coinbase in US altcoin sales
Bittrex pays $24M and settles with SEC
XRP jumps on Gemini
Visa's novel thought on gas fees.
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8/11/2023 • 5 minutes, 17 seconds
"SEC to challenge Ripple ruling " Aug 10, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,499
Eth is down slightly at $1,850
BNB is down slightly at $241
SEC to challenge Ripple ruling
BoE seeks advisors for CBDC group
Y00ts moves to Ethereum
Grimes disappointed with state of crypto.
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8/10/2023 • 5 minutes, 19 seconds
"US Fed initiates new program to oversee crypto activities in banks." Aug 09, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,855
Eth is down slightly at $1,859
BNB is up slightly at $243
US Fed initiates new program to oversee crypto activities in banks.
FTX Digital Markets co-CEO Ryan Salame is reportedly in talks with federal prosecutors
Bavaria's data regulator was apparently still evaluating Worldcoin
Binance acquires two licenses in El Salvador.
Galaxy Digital reports net loss of $46 million
Microsoft partners with Aptos
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8/9/2023 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"PayPal announces its own dollar-backed stablecoin" Aug 08, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,391
Eth is up slightly at $1,836
BNB is down slightly at $243
PayPal announces its own dollar-backed stablecoin
Coinbase will buy back bonds early & at a premium.
Sino Global Capital files claim against FTX.
APT slides ahead of unlock.
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8/8/2023 • 5 minutes, 7 seconds
"Kenyan police raid Worldcoin's warehouse in Nairobi" Aug 07, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,047
Eth is up slightly at $1,831
BNB is up slightly at $242
Kenyan police raid Worldcoin's warehouse in Nairobi
Tether now 11th largest bitcoin holder
Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission issues warning about unlicensed crypto exchanges.
Curve Finance is offering a $1.85 million bounty for hacker.
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8/7/2023 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"Ilya Lichtenstein & Heather Morgan plead guilty to 2016 Bitfinex hack" Aug 04, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,127
Eth is up slightly at $1,833
BNB is up slightly at $241
US DOJ reiterates request for SBF's jailing.
Coinbase plans to ask for SEC dismissal
CRV founder sells 106M CRV
Ilya Lichtenstein & Heather Morgan plead guilty to 2016 Bitfinex hack
Block reports 34% increase in Bitcoin sales
Revolut bows out of US due to regulatory environment.
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8/4/2023 • 5 minutes, 16 seconds
"FTX wants to exclude FTX Dubai from bankruptcy " Aug 03, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,126
Eth is up slightly at $1,836
BNB is up slightly at $240
Worldcoin temporarily pauses efforts in Kenya
FTX wants to exclude FTX Dubai from bankruptcy
ASIC sues eToro AUS
Huobi co-founder, Jun Du, has purchased 10 million CRV tokens from Michael Egorov.
Dev locks up $9k worth of ETH
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8/3/2023 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"Worldcoin faces increasing pressure from regulators and governments. " Aug 02, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,560
Eth is down slightly at $1,852
BNB is up slightly at $245
Worldcoin faces increasing pressure from regulators and governments.
SBFs attorneys argue freedom of speech.
WSJ says Binance's largest market is in China.
Coinbase's offshore future's exchange recorded nearly $2 billion in trading volumes in July.
Kraken holding sweepstakes to put NFT on F1 car.
LeetSwap running on Coinbase's Layer 2 blockchain Base
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8/2/2023 • 5 minutes, 20 seconds
"FTX plans restart in non-US markets" Aug 01, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,847
Eth is down slightly at $1,830
BNB back in the top 3 up slightly at $245
FTX to restart in non-US markets
IRS issues new guidance on staking
Curve Finance troubles. Justin Sun steps in.
Binance Japan return
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8/1/2023 • 4 minutes, 46 seconds
"British Museum partners with The Sandbox" Jul 30, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,289
Eth is up slightly at $1,875
XRP down slightly at 72 cents
British Museum partners with The Sandbox
Wintermute expands presence in Singapore
CME Group BTC futures hit year-high.
Reddit launches Gen 4 digital collectible.
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7/30/2023 • 4 minutes, 55 seconds
"DOJ seeks jail time pre-trial for SBF." Jul 29, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,266
Eth is up slightly at $1,870
XRP down slightly at 70 cents
DOJ seeks jail time pre-trial for SBF.
Elizabeth Warren pens new anti-crypto bill.
Meta founds in-house VR game studio for metaverse push.
Proof collective announces Grails IV.
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7/29/2023 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
"More regulators looking into Worldcoin." Jul 28, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,224
Eth is up slightly at $1,867
XRP up slightly at 71 cents
French data protection regulator CNIL investigating Worldcoin
US senate passes National Defense Authorization Act
Crypto. com registers in The Netherlands.
Coco's volume hits 36M in 12 hours.
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7/28/2023 • 5 minutes, 4 seconds
"More updates in SBF's legal case" Jul 27, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,490
Eth is down slightly at $1,875
XRP up slightly at 72 cents
More updates in SBF's legal case
SEC Charges Quantstamp over 2019 ICO
Craig Wright loses appeal to Peter McCormack
Canada's OSFI proposes strict new guidelines for banks and insurance companies
Animoca makes investment in HI
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7/27/2023 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Ripple is running a pilot program with the Republic of Palau" Jul 26, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,165
Eth is down slightly at $1,850
XRP down slightly at 69 cents
Ripple is running a pilot program with the Republic of Palau
Era Lend loses $3.4 million in a reentrancy attack.
Flashbots hits unicorn status
Avalanche Foundation is setting aside $50 million
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7/26/2023 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
"UK's data watchdog already after Worldcoin" Jul 25, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,129
Eth is up slightly at $1,853
XRP down slightly at 68 cents
Binance files to dismiss CFTC complaint
UK's data watchdog already after Worldcoin
Wyoming Stable Token Commission seeks exec director.
BDO apparently okayed FTX acquisition of FTX Europe
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7/25/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"Worldcoin launches " Jul 24, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,232
Eth is down slightly at $1,850
XRP down slightly at 69 cents
Worldcoin launches
Crypto becoming a topic in US presidential run-up
McDonalds celebrates McNuggets anniversary with activation in The Sandbox
Parrot Finance running into issues with treasury.
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7/24/2023 • 6 minutes, 8 seconds
"Moonbirds Mythics to release 100 NFTs daily for 200 days" Jul 23, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,900
Eth is down slightly at $1,875
XRP down slightly at 74 cents
Hackers drain at least $23M from Alphapo
New Craig Wright trial set for January 2024
Conic Finance exploited
Moonbirds Mythics
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,882
Eth is down slightly at $1,887
XRP up slightly at 77 cents
Bitfinex launderers Lichtenstein & Morgan reach plea deal.
Terraform Labs seeks to subpoena FTX in its defense
Celsius Network reaches settlements that may pave the way for court approval to return customer assets
CoinDesk sells for $125M.
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7/22/2023 • 5 minutes, 20 seconds
"Flurry of new legal action in FTX bankruptcy case" Jul 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,800
Eth is up slightly at $1,889
XRP up slightly at 78 cents
DOJ accuses SBF of releasing Caroline Ellison's diary
New lawsuits filed in FTX bankruptcy case
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,304
Eth is up slightly at $1,922
XRP down slightly at 81 cents
SEC not providing support for major congressional effort
French officials diss SEC crypto regulation attempts
SEC Chairman Gensler asks for $72M more in funding from congress.
FTX administrators seek to recover $71M from philanthropic endeavors
Toonstar promises FTX show "FORTUN3" this fall.
UK Finance ministry rejects idea of regulating crypto as gambling.
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7/20/2023 • 5 minutes, 38 seconds
"U.S. authorities seize funds from Bahamas based Deltec" Jul 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,008
Eth is down slightly at $1,908
XRP up slightly at 79 cents
Societe Generale becomes first company to receive DASP license in France.
U.S. authorities seize funds from Bahamas based Deltec
G20 welcomes FSB recommendations for tougher rules on crypto asset activities.
Ethereum ICO whale moves trove.
Republican lawmakers, Reps. French Hill and Dusty Johnson criticize Securities and Exchange Commission over crypto activities.
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7/19/2023 • 5 minutes, 38 seconds
"SEC Chair Gary Gensler expresses disappointment over Ripple XRP ruling" Jul 18, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,884
Eth is down .5% at $1,894
XRP down slightly at 75 cents
SEC Chair Gary Gensler expresses disappointment over Ripple XRP ruling
UK's FCA issues warning re: financial memes
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is set to have a private meeting with House Democrats
VC funding in web3 down 76% in H1 2023
ARK invest sells 26M more COIN chares
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7/18/2023 • 5 minutes, 20 seconds
"FSB calls for tougher rules on crypto industry" Jul 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,147
Eth is down slightly at $1,907
XRP down slightly at 73 cents
BNB faces short traders
European Union Data Act includes language for 'smart contracts' against wishes of lobbyists
NAB blocks payments to "high-risk" crypto exchanges
FSB calls for tougher rules on crypto industry
ARK sells $100M more COIN
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7/17/2023 • 5 minutes, 47 seconds
"Coinbase's base launches dev mainnet. " Jul 16, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,277
Eth is up slightly at $1,936
BNB up slightly at $251
Coinbase's base launches dev mainnet.
SBF requests sealed list of pre-allowed visitors
SEC files court documents in LBCoin case.
Bluechip launches stablecoin evaluator
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink doubles down on positive crypto takes on CNBC.
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7/16/2023 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Ripple's Brad Garlinghouse calls the SEC a bully." Jul 15, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,325
Eth is down slightly at $1,939
BNB back in the top 3 down slightly at $251
Ripple's Brad Garlinghouse calls the SEC a bully.
Binance has apparently laid off 1000 employees.
Cathie Wood's Ark sells more COIN
Puma and Jay Z partner for blockchain backed sneaker
Musca Capital launches.
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $31,215
Eth is up slightly at $1,993
XRP up slightly at .80 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours.
XRP up 67%
Cardano up 22%
Solana up 17%
XRP receives favorable court ruling in SEC case.
Alex Mashinsky pleads not guilty
Christie's teams up with Gucci.
Multichain shutters as CEO detained in China.
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7/14/2023 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"SEC files lawsuit against Celsius and former CEO Alex Mashinsky" Jul 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,559
Eth is up slightly at $1,884
Binance Coin is down slightly at $246
SEC files lawsuit against Celsius and former CEO Alex Mashinsky
FTX lawyers request U.S. bankruptcy court claw back over $323 million from FTX Europe's leadership
Adam Todd, the founder of digital asset exchange Digitex Futures ordered to pay over $15 million
Dapper labs lays off 51 employees.
Binance Labs pledges $15 million to Xterio
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $30,762
Eth is down slightly at $1,889
Binance Coin is up slightly at $247
FTX launches customer claims portal
Bank of China is testing a new offline payment method for the digital yuan
South Korea plans new disclosure rules.
Celsius is suing liquid staking platform StakeHound
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest, sold $12 million worth of Coinbase at near yearly high
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,399
Eth is down slightly at $1,867
Binance Coin is down slightly at $245
Creator of Stepn, is giving away over 2 million GMT tokens
Rodeo Finance Exploited for $800k+
Ryan Salame former executive at FTX, is under investigation for campaign finance contributions
Bank of International Settlements tells G20 finance ministers that cryptocurrencies are not suitable as a form of money
Republicans call for an investigation by the Justice Department and (SEC) into digital asset firm Prometheum.
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7/11/2023 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
"Binance to conduct Arkham token sale on launchpad" Jul 10, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $30,265
Eth is up slightly at $1,866
Binance Coin is down slightly at $241
Preliminary hearing for Terraform's Daniel Shin in South Korea
Binance to conduct Arkham token sale on launchpad
BIS survey says 15 retail CBDCs could be in action by 2030s
ZachXBT points to youtuber as potential scammer.
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7/10/2023 • 5 minutes, 13 seconds
"MicroStrategy’s CRO steps down" Jul 09, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,281
Eth is up slightly at $1,869
Binance Coin is down slightly at $234
MicroStrategy’s CRO steps down
Shardeum raises $5.4 million in strategic funding
Spot pair options declining on exchanges.
Arbitrum's DAO locks up 700M ARB tokens.
BAYC floor decreases.
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7/9/2023 • 5 minutes, 13 seconds
"Gemini files lawsuit against DCG & Barry Silbert" Jul 08, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,212
Eth is down slightly at $1,863
Binance Coin is down slightly at $236
Gemini files lawsuit against DCG & Barry Silbert
Binance sees market share decline
US SEC pushes back against Coinbase's filing.
Circle & Tether freeze assets from MultiChain exploit.
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7/8/2023 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
"More possible turnover at Binance" Jul 07, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,130
Eth is down slightly at $1,860
Binance Coin is up slightly at $233
Several senior execs are reportedly leaving Binance.
Multichain tells users not to use platform in wake of $120M+ outflows
Bitfinex recovers more from 2016 hack.
FBI looking into Jesse Powell's house per NYT. No charges.
Lightning Labs integrates with AI.
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7/7/2023 • 5 minutes, 20 seconds
"BlackRock's CEO Larry Fink says bitcoin has potential to revolutionize financial system" Jul 06, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $30,799
Eth is down .5% at $1,914
Binance Coin is down slightly at $239
Strategy paper from European Commission shows emphasis on metaverse.
BlackRock's CEO Larry Fink says BTC has potential to revolutionize financial system.
Circle considering stablecoin in Japan
Lawmakers in Israel move toward more favorable crypto regulations.
Coinbase director returning ETC to early ETH buyers.
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7/6/2023 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"BlackRock refiles for BTC ETF, names Coinbase as surveillance partner" Jul 05, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,423
Eth is up slightly at $1,912
Binance Coin is up slightly at $238
Binance Australia office searched by ASIC
BlackRock refiles naming Coinbase as surveillance partner.
UK's Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency bill passes House of Lords.
Cameron Winklevoss issues 'final offer' to DCG/Genesis.
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7/5/2023 • 5 minutes, 12 seconds
"Singapore & Hong Kong emphasize regulatory importance" Jul 03, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,596
Eth is down slightly at $1,961
Binance Coin is down slightly at $248
Singapore's MAS announces new regulations for crypto service providers
Hong Kong emphasizes Web3 hub status.
Huobi fixes data breach
Azuki drama continues
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7/3/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"Bitwise lead says BTC spot ETF will be "winner take most" Jul 02, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,556
Eth is up slightly at $1,918
Binance Coin is up slightly at $245
Bitwise lead says BTC spot ETF will be "winner take most"
Harry Styles introduces blockchain based loyalty program
Azuki teases anime show.
PolyNetwork Attack
Paradigm says crypto is so back.
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7/2/2023 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Federal court orders Kraken to provide IRS with tax information" Jul 01, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,505
Eth is up slightly at $1,922
Binance Coin is up slightly at $243
Federal court orders Kraken to provide IRS with tax information
Celsius debtors can swap altcoins for BTC/eth.
Seesaw market sees over $216M in liquidations
OKX expands Man City sponsorship.
Lacoste expands NFT abilities.
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7/1/2023 • 5 minutes, 26 seconds
"Court schedules initial hearing in Coinbase v SEC" Jun 30, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $30,949
Eth is up slightly at $1,892
Binance Coin is up slightly at $240
Those are your leaders by market cap. Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bitcoin cash, up 28%
Litecoin up 19%
Court schedules initial hearing in Coinbase v SEC
Fidelity re-files for BTC ETF.
South Korean lawmakers pass bill to protect investors.
OKX announces institutional trade volume on its Liquid Marketplace has surpassed $3 billion.
Azuki holders sell on Elementals misstep.
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6/30/2023 • 5 minutes, 25 seconds
"More Binance setbacks in Europe" Jun 29, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,661
Eth is up slightly at $1,870
Binance Coin is up .5% at $235
More Binance setbacks in Europe
Coinbase claps back at SEC.
WorldCoin expands to Germany
MicroStrategy buys more BTC.
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6/29/2023 • 5 minutes, 50 seconds
"Federal judge denies motion by SBF's defense team." Jun 28, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,311
Eth is down slightly at $1,860
Binance Coin is down .5% at $233
Federal judge denies motion by SBF's defense team.
FTX makes final push to rebrand and rebuild. Won't sell stake in AI.
BlockFi Creditors file for liquidation.
KuCoin to implement mandatory KYC.
Mythical Games closes 37M funding round.
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6/28/2023 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
"Binance's first motion dismissed" Jun 27, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $30,709
Eth is up slightly at $1,881
Binance Coin is down slightly at $238
Binance's filing in SEC case dismissed by Judge.
Chibi Finance Rug Pull
Robinhood layoffs
Riot buys more miners
Damus faces de-listing from App store.
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6/27/2023 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Binance reverses privacy coin decision in EU. " Jun 26, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,364
Eth is down slightly at $1,880
Binance Coin is up slightly at $238
Binance reverses privacy coin decision in EU.
Hut8 takes $50M secured loan from Coinbase
MAS in Singapore wants to promote the use of digital asset technologies to enhance traditional financial systems
Japan tax agency clarifies that issuers will not be required to pay capital gains taxes on unrealized gains
Near Foundation teams up with Alibaba Cloud.
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6/26/2023 • 5 minutes, 35 seconds
"IMF says banning crypto may not be effective longterm." Jun 25, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,698
Eth is up slightly at $1,917
Binance Coin is up slightly at $239
IMF says banning crypto may not be effective longterm.
Elena postpones Atomic Ordinals after plagiarism controversy
FC Barcelona partners with WoW for NFT.
Lowes Home Improvement selling NFT garden flag.
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6/25/2023 • 5 minutes, 4 seconds
"Belgian FSMA orders Binance to halt operations in country." Jun 24, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,677
Eth is up slightly at $1,891
Binance Coin is down slightly at $244
Supreme Court rules in favor of Coinbase
Trader opens 4M short position on TUSD
Belgian FSMA orders Binance to halt operations in country.
"BlackRock" NFT collection pulls ins over $700k.
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6/24/2023 • 5 minutes, 41 seconds
"Crypto .com registers as VASP in Spain." Jun 23, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,138
Eth is up slightly at $1,877
Binance Coin is down slightly at $243
Alameda Research seeks return of $700M that SBF paid to "super networkers"
SEC delays collecting $30M from BlockFi
Justin Sun moves 27M in ETH to Huobi perhaps to sell.
crypto.com announces registration as VASP with Spain central bank.
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6/23/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"Bitcoin's 2-month high leads to options frenzy' Jun 22, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,174
Eth is up .5% at $1,833
Binance Coin is down slightly at $246
Bitcoin's 2-month high leads to options frenzy
Valkyre Funds joins tradfi push for BTC ETF
BND recruits with NFT collection
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6/22/2023 • 5 minutes, 28 seconds
"Gemini increases presence in APAC due to US uncertainty." Jun 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,560
Eth is up .5% at $1,833
Binance Coin is up slightly at $247
Wallet linked to Silk Road moving BTC.
Gemini increases presence in APAC.
EDX Marketplace from TradFi launches in US.
BlackRock sees competition from Invesco and WisdomTree.
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6/21/2023 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Do Kwon faces 4 months in Montenegro jail" Jun 20, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $26,951
Eth is up .5% at $1,735
Binance Coin is up .5% at $241
FTX paid over 120M in advisor fees between Feb 1 and April 30
Do Kwon faces 4 months in Montenegro jail
Deutsche Bank seeks regulatory aproval to offer custody services for digital assets, including crypto.
Japanese crypto exchanges advocate for looser regulations on margin trading
Arkon secures $26M in funding, will expand operations to the U.S.
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6/20/2023 • 5 minutes, 28 seconds
"FT says crypto. com running internal trading teams" Jun 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $26,425
Eth is up slightly at $1,725
Binance Coin is up slightly at $243
FT says crypto. com running internal trading teams
Wyre to shutter
Ethereum developers propose massive raise to max validator to alleviate pressure on process.
AMF sets stance on DeFi.
ZachXBT buoyed by community support.
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6/19/2023 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
"Avraham Eisenberg scheduled for criminal trial early December." Jun 18, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,510
Eth is up slightly at $1,735
Binance Coin is down slightly at $247
Avraham Eisenberg scheduled for criminal trial early December.
Tether issued $11.6 billion of collateralized loans between June 2019 and May 2021 per NYAG
Michael Hsu, the acting head of the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency said private blockchains would be a better choice than decentralized.
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6/18/2023 • 4 minutes, 48 seconds
"Binance and SEC reportedly reach agreement re:Binance.us customer funds. " Jun 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $26,529
Eth is down .5% at $1,739
Binance Coin is down .5% at $245
Binance & SEC reportedly reach agreement regarding handling of customer funds
Bakkt delists Solana, Polygon, and Cardano due to SEC lawsuits.
NFT trader MachiBigBrother files defamation lawsuit against ZachXBT
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6/17/2023 • 4 minutes, 58 seconds
"Binance faces investigation in France" Jun 16, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $25,497
Eth is down slightly at $1,665
Binance Coin is down slightly at $234
Binance faces investigation in France
BlackRock files for BTC ETF
Coinbase repurchases debt.
OKCoin warned by FDIC
Sotheby's sells more 3AC NFTs.
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6/16/2023 • 5 minutes, 28 seconds
"Binance to deregister in Cyprus" Jun 15, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $24,930
Eth is up .5% at $1,637
Binance Coin is up ,5% at $233
Binance to deregister in Cyprus
Hashflow hit by White Hat
Miami mayor Francis Suarez bids for presidency.
3AC estate presses Kyle Davies
Bit2Me raises $15M.
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6/15/2023 • 5 minutes, 29 seconds
"SEC fights on multiple fronts" Jun 14, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $25,977
Eth is down slightly at $1,746
Binance Coin is up slightly at $248
SEC says it may need 4 months to respond to Coinbase
CZ rebuffs rumors of BTC/BNB selling amid lawsuit.
Ripple calls for fresh investigation following Hinman comments
Banq files for chapter 11.
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6/14/2023 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
"Binance US responds to SEC lawsuit" Jun 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,247
Eth is up slightly at $1,755
Binance Coin is up 2.5% at $244
Binance US responds to SEC lawsuit
eToro delists 4 cryptocurrencies
Hong Kong rep invites Coinbase to come to regulatory clarity
Apple warns Damus
Sturdy Finance offers black hat 100k and option to turn white hat.
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6/13/2023 • 5 minutes, 19 seconds
"Binance US sees 78% decline in market depth" Jun 12, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $25,979
Eth is down slightly at $1,744
Binance Coin is down slightly at $233
Binance US sees 78% decline in market depth
Sturdy Finance exploited for 800k
a16z announces London office.
Gensyn raises $43M
CRV Finance founder fends off loan default in AAVE
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6/12/2023 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
"US CFTC wins lawsuit against Ooki DAO". Jun 11, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $25,772
Eth is up slightly at $1,748
Binance Coin is down slightly at $236
Nigeria's SEC says Binance not registered in country
crypto .com to wind down institutional services in US.
US CFTC wins lawsuit against Ooki DAO
TaxBit lays off 40% of staff.
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6/11/2023 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"US DOJ charges two Russian nationals with 2014 Mt. Gox hack" Jun 10, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $25,732
Eth is up slightly at $1,746
Binance Coin is down slightly at $238
US DOJ charges two Russian nationals with 2014 Mt. Gox hack
Fallout from SEC lawsuits continues
Judge says FTX customer list can remain secret.
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6/10/2023 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
"Binance US suspends fiat on exchange" Jun 09, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,652
Eth is up slightly at $1,845
Binance Coin is up slightly at $261
Binance US suspends fiat on exchange
Solana and Cardano say they're not securities
CZ tells employees to watch what they say
Federal judge rejects request to hand control of FTX's $7.3B to Bahamas
OKX burns millions.
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6/9/2023 • 5 minutes, 16 seconds
"SEC alleges Binance's CZ using customer funds" Jun 08, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,452
Eth is down slightly at $1,844
Binance Coin is up 1% at $265
SEC alleges Binance's CZ using customer funds.
Binance says Gensler offered to be an advisor of the exchange
Coinbase says staking will continue as usual.
Commonwealth Bank of Australia to slow or stop AUD from flowing to exchanges.
Another Bitcoin whale transfers stash.
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6/8/2023 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"SEC sues Coinbase" Jun 07, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $26,864
Eth is up .5% at $1,866
Binance Coin is up slightly at $273
SEC sues Coinbase
SEC requests freeze of Binance assets
Gensler says there's no need for digital currencies
US lawmakers urge Treasury Department and IRS to promptly release proposed crypto tax rules
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6/7/2023 • 6 minutes, 27 seconds
"SEC sues Binance" Jun 06, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $25,709
Eth is up slightly at $1,814
Binance Coin is up slightly at $278
SEC sues Binance
CFCT approves CBOE Clear for additional products
JPMorgan expands ONYX impact in India
Arca cuts 30% of staff.
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6/6/2023 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"The MET returns $550k to FTX bankruptcy custodians" Jun 05, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,770
Eth is up slightly at $1,869
Binance Coin is up slightly at $300
Richard Teng appointed to oversee Binance's regional interests—possible successor to CZ
The MET returns $550k to FTX bankruptcy custodians
Montenegro court re-approves Do Kwon's $428k bail.
Atomic Wallet breached for $35M
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6/5/2023 • 5 minutes, 4 seconds
"Coinbase to launch institutional BTC and ETH futures." Jun 04, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,179
Eth is down slightly at $1,903
Binance Coin is down slightly at $306
Coinbase to launch institutional BTC and ETH futures.
Celsius Network staking Eth while withdrawal freeze is in place.
Mercado Bitcoin get's license as a payment institution from Brazil's central bank.
Taurus integrates Polygon.
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6/4/2023 • 5 minutes, 16 seconds
"Crypto exchange volumes in May lowest since Nov. 2020" Jun 03, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,130
Eth is up slightly at $1,904
Binance Coin is up slightly at $306
Crypto exchange volumes across May hit lowest point since Nov. 2020
Policy groups in Washington criticize Treasury Department's sanctions against Tornado Cash
Senior House Republicans in the U.S. Congress draft bill aid crypto in commoditizing.
Marathon Digital saw a 77% increase in bitcoin mining output in May
Silvergate Bank agrees to submit a self-liquidation plan to California financial regulators.
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6/3/2023 • 5 minutes, 26 seconds
"Nike teams up with EA Sports via .SWOOSH." Jun 02, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,145
Eth is up slightly at $1,896
Binance Coin is up slightly at $307
US CFTC considers changes to risk management rules
Binance Australia searches for new banking partner
Uniswap community protects LP
Nike to partner .SWOOSH with EA Sports
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6/2/2023 • 4 minutes, 48 seconds
"EU Parliament study says to consider crypto securities by default." Jun 01, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,882
Eth is up slightly at $1,860
Binance Coin is down slightly at $304
European Parliament study says cryptos should be considered securities by default.
crypto .com receives Major Payment Institution license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore.
Kraken sees 25% increases as Binance exits Canada.
PayPal Ventures makes strategic investment in Magic.
Jimbos Protocol offers hacker 10% for return.
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6/1/2023 • 5 minutes, 35 seconds
"US Debt deal doesn't include any Crypto/mining language" May 31, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,110
Eth is up slightly at $1,866
Binance Coin is down slightly at $306
Debt deal doesn't yet include any language about crypto/mining.
Transak raises $20 million in a Series A
SEC settles charges with Coinbase insider traders.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong expresses concerns over China.
Trust Reserve core team detained by police.
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5/31/2023 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"Tether investing in bitcoin mining in Uruguay" May 30, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $28,016
Eth is up slightly at $1,915
Binance Coin is up slightly at $313
Defense and Prosecutors continue debate over SBF.
Tether invests in bitcoin mining in Uruguay
Chainalysis acquires Transpose
Nansen cutting workforce by 30%
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5/30/2023 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"Temasek penalizes staff over failed FTX investment" May 29, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,906
Eth is up slightly at $1,902
Binance Coin is up .5% at $315
Genesis and Gemini seek dismissal of SEC lawsuit
Temasek penalizes staff over failed FTX investment
Ethereum ICO wallet wakes up after 8 years
FTM implements dApp Gas Monetization Program.
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5/29/2023 • 5 minutes, 14 seconds
"Tornado Cash attacker will hand control back" May 28, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5$ at $27,171
Eth is down .5% at $1,844
Binance Coin is down slightly at $307
Tornado Cash attacker's proposal for giving control back passes.
Jimbos Protocol suffers exploit
Blend facilitates more than 16k loans.
Orbofi AI raises 2.8M.
Rising costs on mainnet.
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5/28/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"Beijing publishes web3 white paper" May 27, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,700
Eth is down slightly at $1,830
Binance Coin is down slightly at $305
Beijing publishes web3 white paper
Gulf Binance granted licenses by Thailand's Ministry of Finance
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5/27/2023 • 5 minutes, 50 seconds
"Nike's ongoing NFT sale on .SWOOSH tops $1M" May 26, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,467
Eth is down slightly at $1,812
Binance Coin is up slightly at $306
TradeBlock shutting down
Paradigm adds AI amid shift to a broader range of "frontier tech,
Nike's NFT sale on .SWOOSH tops $1M
Coinmint lawsuit
Brazil CBDC picks 14 participants
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5/26/2023 • 5 minutes, 25 seconds
"China's CCTV airs segment on crypto" May 25, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $26,392
Eth is up .5% at $1,794
Binance Coin is up slightly at $305
Do Kwon to remain in custody in Montenegro
CZ says China's CCTV airs segment on crypto
Worldcoin closes 115M series C
Ron DeSantis speaks about BTC in Twitter Spaces event.
Unciphered demonstrates Trezor T vulnerability
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5/25/2023 • 5 minutes, 35 seconds
"Ledger walks back Ledger Recover plans" May 24, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,742
Eth is up slightly at $1,815
Binance Coin is even at $308
Coinbase responds to SEC in ongoing lawsuit.
Japan set to enforce stricter AML laws
Ledger walks back Ledger Recover plans
Crypto hacks and attacks down in Q1.
Solana Foundation launches ChatGPT plugin.
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5/24/2023 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Ledger CEO says governments could subpoena wallet contents" May 23, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,346
Eth is down slightly at $1,854
Binance Coin is up slightly at $313
Ledger CEO says governments could subpoena wallet contents
SFC of Hong Kong to start accepting applications for crypto trading platform licenses
Evmos Team says co-founder selling tokens
Eth staking interest surges.
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5/23/2023 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Biden takes aim at crypto traders as debt deadline looms." May 22, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,831
Eth is up slightly at $1,814
Binance Coin is down slightly at $308
Joe Biden takes aim at crypto traders as he tries to solve national debt crisis
Gemini says DCG missed $630M payment
SC of Malaysia wants Huobi Global to stop operating in the country.
Hotbit to terminate CEX.
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5/22/2023 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Tornado Cash DAO suffers governance attack" May 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $26,861
Eth is up slightly at $1,812
Binance Coin is down slightly at $309
Tornado Cash DAO suffers governance attack
MIAX completes acquisition of LedgerX
Tokenized U.S. Treasury bonds a hit.
Sotheby's sells from Grails collection netting 2.4M for 3AC victims.
DFZ labs works with Hologram labs to bring the Hoard to streaming platforms.
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5/21/2023 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Strike expands to 65 countries": May 20, 2023
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,912
Eth is up slightly at $1,813
Binance Coin is up slightly at $309
"The Big Short" Author Michael Lewis speaks about upcoming SBF book.
OFAC to impose new sanctions on individuals who've been helping wealthy Russians with crypto.
Strike expands to 65 countries
Apparent Swaprum exit scam.
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5/20/2023 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"Worldcoin already faces scammers " May 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $26,935
Eth is up .5% at $1,814
Binance Coin is up slightly at $309
Worldcoin already facing scammers and emerging black market for iris scans.
Coinbase launches Coinbase One
Zug Switzerland raises threshold for tax payments
Pakistan reiterates crypto ban.
Coin Cafe ordered to repay customers.
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5/19/2023 • 6 minutes, 18 seconds
"CFTC Chair says DEXs fall under their jurisdiction" May 18, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,377
Eth is down slightly at $1,823
Binance Coin is down .5% at $313
FTX bankruptcy stewards suing SBF & leadership over Embed acquisition
US Trustee of DOJ files request to reverse previous FTX judgement.
Chair of CFTC says DEXs can be regulated.
Ripple launches CBDCaaS platform
Grayscale says SEC says Filecoin is a security
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5/18/2023 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"Tether stacks stats. Ledger misstep" May 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,720
Eth is up slightly at $1,795
Binance Coin is down slightly at $308
Tether hodling BTC as reserves.
Ledger announces Ledger Recover
Ripple buys Metaco
France offers safe haven to US based companies
Cormint Data Systems raises $30M.
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5/17/2023 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"Milestone: Over 1 million wallets hold at least 1 BTC." May 16, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $27,076
Eth is up slightly at $1,825
Binance Coin is up slightly at $310
SEC's Gensler speaks at Financial Markets Conference says crypto markets generally non compliant.
Secret Service AMA says blockchain is amazing opportunity to trace flow of money.
SEC responds to Coinbase's request for guidance
Justin Sun says Huobi faces downward pressure from co-founder's brother.
Over 1 million wallets hold at least 1 BTC.
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5/16/2023 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
"G7 representatives meet re: crypto ahead of summit" May 15, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $27,324
Eth is down slightly at $1,825
Binance Coin is down slightly at $315
G7 representatives meet re: digital assets ahead of summit.
US SEC revises LBRY fine
US DOJ says they'll crack down on exchanges that aren't holding to KYC/AML requirements.
Secret service to hold Reddit AMA.
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5/15/2023 • 5 minutes, 16 seconds
"LG to patent NFT trading TV." May 14, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $26,790
Eth is down slightly at $1,801
Binance Coin is up slightly at $312
Coinbase forms new advisory panel
Bakkt delists several popular cryptos
Kraken's CLO says SEC may face challenges from major question doctrine
Riot Platforms sues Rhodium Enterprises for $26M in unpaid fees.
LG to patent TV that deals NFTs
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5/14/2023 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
"Binance will cease Canadian operations" May 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $26,808
Eth is down slightly at $1,804
Binance Coin is up slightly at $310
Do Kwon posts $435k bail, awaits trial.
Binance will cease Canadian operations
Paradigm buys $50M COIN shares
Former Quadriga CX users will receive a payment of 13% on the dollar.
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5/13/2023 • 5 minutes, 28 seconds
"Binance.us exploring options to decrease CZ's ownership stake" May 12, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news’
Bitcoin is up slightly at $26,362
Eth is down slightly at $1,765
Binance Coin is up slightly at $305
Binance.us exploring options to decrease CZ's ownership stake.
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5/12/2023 • 5 minutes, 13 seconds
"IRS files $44B claim against FTX" May 11, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $27,522
Eth is up .5% at $1,829
Binance Coin is up slightly at $312
European Banking authority may not look favorably on large stablecoins.
IRS files $44B claim against FTX
Robinhood reports 30% decline in crypto trading revenue.
Daniel Alegre, CEO of Yuga Labs buys ape.
Elon makes waves with Miladys photo.
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5/11/2023 • 4 minutes, 58 seconds
"Former Coinbase pm gets 2 years for insider trading" May 10, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,665
Eth is up .5% at $1,851
Binance Coin is up slightly at $311
Coinbase product manager Ishan Wahi has been sentenced to two years in prison for insider trading.
Binance launches Capital Connect to connect VIP users with investment fund managers
Shaq claims he wasn't properly served in FTX class action.
Su Zhu gets restraining order on Arthur Hayes
UK National extradited to US for cybercrimes
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5/10/2023 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
"SBF files to dismiss criminal charges" May 09, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,797
Eth is up slightly at $1,854
Binance Coin is up slightly at $316
SBF files to dismiss most criminal charges
Goldman Sachs survey says crypto interest down from 2021.
Bittrex files for bankruptcy in the US.
Bitcoin Ordinals congests network, raises gas fees.
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5/9/2023 • 5 minutes, 38 seconds
"Liechtenstein plans BTC payment option for services. " May 08, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,981
Eth is up slightly at $1,866
Binance Coin is up slightly at $318
Liechtenstein plans to add Bitcoin as a payment option for government services
Sam Altman's world coin releases World App crypto wallet.
Binance resumes BTC withdrawals after rocky Sunday.
South Korean lawmaker investigated by local Financial Intelligence Unit.
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5/8/2023 • 5 minutes, 20 seconds
"China's Supreme court issues favorable crypto comments" May 07, 2023
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5/7/2023 • 5 minutes, 6 seconds
"US DOJ investigates Binance" May 06, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,329
Eth is down slightly at $1,934
Binance Coin is up slightly at $325
US DOJ investigates Binance
Coinbase announces better than expected Q1
Alibaba Cloud, announces launchpad: Cloudverse
Regulators warn against TruthGPT Coin.
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5/6/2023 • 5 minutes, 14 seconds
"Israeli documents detail seized Binance accounts" May 05, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,207
Eth is up .5% at $1,914
Binance Coin is up slightly at $325
Ordinals project hit with mis-numbering bug.
Israeli documents detail seized Binance accounts
Cryptoys partners with Disney for Star Wars release
Judge upholds $35M SpartacusDAO freeze.
Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe pushes gold backed digital tokens.
Pepe Coin jump means pain for short sellers.
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5/5/2023 • 5 minutes, 32 seconds
"Nigeria's government approves national blockchain policy" May 04, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,194
Eth is down .5% at $1,906
Binance Coin is down slightly at $326
SEC removes first formal definition of "digital asset" from latest hedge fund rules
Nigeria's government approves national blockchain policy
Jury finds Nathaniel Chastain guilty of wire fraud and money laundering
Blockchain Association is leaving New York
Sports Illustrated x ConsenSys launches Box Office ticketing platform on Polygon
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5/4/2023 • 5 minutes, 47 seconds
"Coinbase opens Coinbase International in Bermuda." May 03, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,497
Eth is down .5% at $1,832
Binance Coin is down slightly at $324
Coinbase opens Coinbase International in Bermuda.
Bitdeer partners with gov. of Bhutan
White House wants punitive crypto mining tax.
Number of NFTs linked to Bitcoin blockchain soar
Balaji closes bet early.
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5/3/2023 • 5 minutes, 53 seconds
"MicroStrategy adds BTC holdings in Q1" May 02, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $28,076
Eth is up slightly at $1,832
Binance Coin is down slightly at $324
MicroStrategy adds BTC holdings in Q1
Sotheby's is launching a peer-to-peer secondary NFT marketplace.
ARK invest adds Coinbase
Revolut expanding to Brazil with crypto trading.
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5/2/2023 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"CZ warns Justin Sun over SUI farming." May 01, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $28,499
Eth is down slightly at $1,844
Binance Coin is up slightly at $334
CZ warns Justin Sun over SUI farming.
Cross River Bank hit with consent order by FDIC.
Nigeria's SEC may allow tokenized coin offerings backed by equity, debt, or property but "not crypto"
Coinme settles $4M charges with SEC.
Gemini enters into mediation over Earn Program
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5/1/2023 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"Bhutan's government has been quietly mining BTC for years." Apr 30, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,239
Eth is down slightly at $1,902
Binance Coin is down slightly at $321
Daily number of transactions on the Bitcoin blockchain hit ATH
BTC in Binance's wallets hits ATH
BTC Whales accumulate in the dip.
Bhutan's government has been quietly mining BTC for years.
Brian Quintenz, the head of policy at a16z crypto, called for new legislation in the US.
Balaji Srinivasan explains BTC bet at Consensus.
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4/30/2023 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"US House and IRS both working on crypto clarity" Apr 29, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,344
Eth is up slightly at $1,899
Binance Coin is down slightly at $322
US House will work on legislation for the crypto sector in the "next two months"
Hamas to stop accepting BTC donations.
IRS says tax guidance coming in 12-ish months.
PayPal launching support for Venmo users to transfer crypto
Mastercard partners with blockchain insiders on Mastercard Crypto Credential
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4/29/2023 • 5 minutes, 41 seconds
"FBI raids home of former FTX exec" Apr 28, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,247
Eth is up down slightly at $1,901
Binance Coin is up slightly at $321
FBI has reportedly raided the home of former FTX executive Ryan Salame.
Founder and CEO of Mirror Trading International faces $3.4B penalty.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority reprimands banks reminds them digital asset providers welcome in HK.
Stephen Goldfeder, has acknowledges poor communication in the lead-up to ARB proposal
William Shatner, releases Star Trek NFT collection.
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4/28/2023 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"CZ downplays estimates of wealth" Apr 27, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,986
Eth is up down slightly at $1,874
Binance Coin is down slightly at $330
Binance's CZ downplays estimates of wealth
Binance's compliance team has grown 650%
Coinbase CEO Armstrong posts Gensler video
Merlin hack actually an exit scam.
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,023
Eth is up down slightly at $1,915
Binance Coin is down slightly at $338
FTX debtors agree to sell LedgerX
Binance.US terminates Voyager acquisition deal.
21Shares and Ark try again
DEX Merlin hacked for $1.82M
CCAF says Ethereum's power use since inception equals 1 year of Switzerland's energy usage.
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4/26/2023 • 5 minutes, 14 seconds
"Coinbase suing SEC for clarity on digital assets" Apr 25, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,394
Eth is up .5% at $1,825
Binance Coin is down slightly at $330
Coinbase suing SEC
South Korean prosecutors charge Terra co-founder Daniel Shin and nine others.
House republicans draft bill to take stablecoin power away from Gary Gensler & SEC.
Visa looking for software engineers for crypto roadmap.
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $27,544
Eth is up .5% at $1,854
Binance Coin is up .5% at $331
Do Kwon's lawyers request dismissal of SEC charges.
UniSat Wallet hit by double-spend attacks.
France building fast-track regime for existing crypto companies
Kucoin Twitter hacked.
Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe working to introduce gold backed currency as legal tender.
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $27,669
Eth is up .5% at $1,878
Binance Coin is up slightly at $331
Chris Perkins warns the US is in danger of falling behind other countries in the crypto industry
Yuga Labs wins partial summary judgment in Ripps/Cahen case.
P2P.org raises $23 million.
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4/23/2023 • 5 minutes, 3 seconds
"Trust wallet fixes vulnerability that cost users over 170k" Apr 22, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,321
Eth is up slightly at $1,854
Binance Coin is up .5% at $327
Trust wallet fixes vulnerability that cost users over 170k.
Tether mints another $1B USDT
MiCA brings pressure to UK/US.
Gemini announces plans for offshore Gemini Foundation
Berachain Raises $42M Series A at $420.69M Valuation
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4/22/2023 • 5 minutes, 28 seconds
"MiCA passes in European Union Parliament" Apr 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $28,064
Eth is down .5% at $1,902
Binance Coin is down 1% at $326
Do Kwon has been charged with a fake passport in Montenegro
MiCA passes in European Union Parliament
Gemini expanding in APAC
Crypto Whales moving wallets.
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4/21/2023 • 5 minutes, 16 seconds
"Coinbase secures license in Bermuda" Apr 20, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $28,606
Eth is down .5% at $1,940
Binance Coin is down .5% at $323
Coinbase secures license in Bermuda.
New York's head banking regulator says Signature Bank closure wasn't crypto's fault
Société Generale’s crypto subsidiary Forge has launched a euro stablecoin on Ethereum
Alexey Pertsev can await trial at home.
Bitboy chooses cruise over court.
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4/20/2023 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"Gary Gensler testifies at house oversight hearing" Apr 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $39,283
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,977
Binance Coin is down slightly at $326
Hong Kong court recognizes crypto as property that can be held on trust
Gensler appears before house oversight.
Intel will discontinue bitcoin mining chip.
Trump drops 2nd NFT collection.
Starbucks releases 2nd NFT collection.
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4/19/2023 • 5 minutes, 16 seconds
"Gensler & lack of clear regulation may force out more major players" Apr 18, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $30,412
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,115
Binance Coin is up .5% at $345
Armstrong says Coinbase would consider offshoring if SEC doesn't clean up their act.
SEC requests comments for DeFi regulation
SEC sues Bittrex
Nike sells NFT sneakers
UAE finance regulator to begin accepting license applications with crypto firms.
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4/18/2023 • 5 minutes, 12 seconds
"Do Kwon sits $7M with lawyers." Apr 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $29,568
Ethereum is down .5% at $2,075
Binance Coin is up slightly at $342
Do Kwon parked $7M with lawyers before he even left South Korea
Shaq served.
Amber group considers sale of Japanese unit.
Hundred Finance exploited.
Coindesk Indicies links with Luno.
BNB burns 2M BNB tokens.
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4/17/2023 • 4 minutes, 51 seconds
"US House publishes draft stablecoin bill" Apr 16, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $30,260
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,090
Binance Coin is up slightly at $335
US House publishes draft stablecoin bill
Sotheby's relaunches its glitch digital art sale after misstep.
Arbitrum proposal to return 700M ARB fails
Silk Road hacker faces prison, will forfeit BTC.
Shapella stats.
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4/16/2023 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"Mysten Labs buys back stake from FTX" Apr 15, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,418
Ethereum is down .5% at $2,102
Binance Coin is down slightly at $333
Mysten Labs buys back stake from FTX
Ethics filing shows Trump made between 100k and $1M in licensing for NFTs.
SEC sets sights on DeFi.
Sweden to make tax burden heavier for bitcoin mining.
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4/15/2023 • 5 minutes, 10 seconds
"Bittrue suffers $23M exploit" Apr 14, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,836
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,117
Binance Coin is up .5% at $333
Bittrue suffers 23M exploit
House republicans press Gensler for SEC information on FTX
Evmos Devs say Jump Crypto alerted them to a potential 8-fig exploit.
Zipmex rescue deal in trouble.
Franklinisbored forced to sell some NFTs.
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4/14/2023 • 5 minutes, 16 seconds
"Ethereum's Shanghai upgrade live on mainnet." Apr 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,196
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,988
Binance Coin is up slightly at $324
FTX Bankruptcy lawyers for say the "Dumpster fire is out"
MiCA vote to be delayed by 1 day
Yearn Finance suffers exploit.
Ethereum Shapella upgrade live on mainnet.
Aptos to set aside $20M for creators
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4/13/2023 • 5 minutes, 28 seconds
"Sushi Swap works to return hacked funds." Apr 12, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,057
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,874
Binance Coin is down slightly at $318
Sushi Swap works to return hacked funds.
CleanSpark to spend $145M on 45k miners.
Proof to launch new moonbirds collection.
Winklevoss twins inject $100M of their own capital into Gemini.
Dev's say Shib the Metaverse will partially open later this year.
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4/12/2023 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Shorts stumble as BTC back above $30k." Apr 11, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,099
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,915
Binance Coin is down slightly at $329
Bitcoin back above 30k. Shorts stumble. Saylor in the green.
BTC price appears briefly on Douyin.
Hong Kong's financial secretary says now is the time for Web3 adoption.
FTX lawyers bill $30M in Feb.
Montenegro to work with Ripple on CBDC
CryptoGPT raises $10M at a $250M valuation.
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4/11/2023 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"FTX report shows new SBF failures." Apr 10, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,315
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,859
Binance Coin is down slightly at $312
New FTX report dives deeper into how bad things were.
South Korean exchange Gdac hacked.
Bank of England pulling a team together for CBDC.
BitGet starts $100M Asia-focused web3 fund.
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4/10/2023 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"SushiSwap suffers exploit" Apr 09, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,941
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,840
Binance Coin is up slightly at $310
SushiSwap suffers exploit
Paxos' national banking charter expires.
zkSync rescues Gemholic's stuck funds.
Sphere 3D brings lawsuit against Gryphon Digital.
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $28,036
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,868
Binance Coin is down slightly at $311
Rolling Stones working on 'NFT' project
OpenSea Pro boosts OpenSea in race with Blur.
Thailand politician promises crypto airdrop if he wins.
dYdX to exit Canada.
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4/8/2023 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Twitter logo returns, Doge falls." Apr 07, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $27,850
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,849
Binance Coin is down slightly at $310
South Korea officials say Do Kwon has no discernible property in the country.
Robinhood's fresh $10M penalty for 2020 actions.
Twitter logo returns, doge falls.
Decentraland Metaverse Fashion week attendance was down 76% compared to last year.
Repayment window for mt. Gox creditors opens.
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,952
Ethereum is up slightly% at $1,866
Binance Coin is up slightly at $312
Australian Securities and Investments Commission has cancelled Binance’s derivatives license
India ramps up CBDC onboarding efforts.
Bitcoin White paper deep in MacOS system file.
VitaDAO votes to create for-profit company.
DWF labs injects $16M into RACA.
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4/6/2023 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Doge futures hit ATH" Apr 05, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $28,584
Ethereum is up slightly% at $1,914
Binance Coin is up .5% at $316
Doge futures hit all time high open interest.
Donald Trump NFT collection up 450% on arraignment.
Texas anti-mining bill passes committee, heads to senate.
Ralph Lauren to accept crypto payments in Miami store.
Tokenized gold surpasses 1B in market cap.
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4/5/2023 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"CZ refutes Interpol rumors" Apr 04, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $28,277
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,864
Binance Coin is up slightly at $311
Dogecoin up 27%
Binance & CZ swat down rumors of Interpol red notice.
Dogecoin up on Elon changing Twitter logo to Doge dog.
Euler hacker returns all funds.
Allbridge exploiter returns funds after being doxxed by BNB chain.
Li.Fi raises $17.5M.
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4/4/2023 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Arbitrum DAO turmoil over first governance vote" Apr 03, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,231
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,807
Binance Coin is down slightly at $312
Arbitrum DAO turmoil over first governance vote.
The Block goes through layoffs
Re7 Capital + Republic Crypto go live with new fund.
MEV bots exploited for $20+M
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4/3/2023 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Arbitrum governance votes for control of $1B" Apr 02, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,355
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,818
Binance Coin is down slightly at $314
Arbitrum governance gets first vote: for control of $1B.
NY judge puts Binance/Voyager deal on hold.
Marathon Digital CFO retiring.
TabConf goes open source for topics/speakers
TUSD stablecoin gets boost from Binance
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4/2/2023 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Justin Sun says he's ending tenure as WTO ambassador for Grenada" Apr 01, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,387
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,824
Binance Coin is down slightly at $314
Curious timing for Justin Sun to step back.
FTX EU has set up a website to repay users
US Gov sells $216M of seized BTC.
Kraken's F1 livery to feature Bitcoin whitepaper
Bittrex will stop operations in the US citing regulatory enviornment.
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4/1/2023 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Justin Sun shares receipt for diplomat status" Mar 31, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,927
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,793
Binance Coin is down slightly at $316
Justin Sun says he's still a diplomat—despite Grenada press reports.
Circle's USDC loses market cap
Sushi Swap CEO expresses worry over US regulation
Trump indictment boosts Trump NFT cards.
Terawulf shares up on mining profit boost.
Flybondi integrates web3 with Algorand NFT e-tickets.
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3/31/2023 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"SBF will plead not guilty to new charges" Mar 30, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin is up slightly at $28,652
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,802
Binance Coin is down slightly at $316
SBF will plead not guilty to new charges
Kraken files to stay in Canada
Dex Level Finance will transfer $200M to treasury.
Bitcoin options expiring
Tokenized Warhols come to Ethereum
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3/30/2023 • 6 minutes
"Montenegro official says extradition will only take place after court proceedings." Mar 29, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $28,354
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,812
Binance Coin is up slightly at $317
SBF hit with new count for conspiracy to violate the anti-bribery provisions in the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
Financial Times says Binance active in China after 2017 ban.
Marko Kovac says extradition will only take place after court proceedings in Montenegro
Safemoon exploit.
Eigen Layer has closed $50M series A.
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3/29/2023 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"CFTC sues Binance and CZ" Mar 28, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $27,033
Ethereum is up 1% at $1,743
Binance Coin is up .5% at $310
CFTC sues Binance and CZ
Disney lays off metaverse team.
UK cancels NFT plans
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3/28/2023 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"MicroStrategy buys more BTC" Mar 27, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,880
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,765
Binance Coin is up slightly at $328
MicroStrategy buys $150M of BTC. Pays off Silvergate loan.
FTX's bankruptcy estate consolidates Arbitrum airdrop tokens.
First Citizens purchases SVB assets.
G7 pushes for tighter global crypto regulations.
Gucci teaming up with Yuga
Kokomo devs exit scam.
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3/27/2023 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Euler? Euler? Exploiter returns funds" Mar 26, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $27,950
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,780
Binance Coin is up slightly at $327
Euler finance exploiter returns $100M in funds.
Bitcoin from BTC-e on the move.
Particle Network picks up $7M in funding
Universal works with Aptos on web3 game.
Fed denies Custodia application.
Coinshares releases report on bitcoin ownership.
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3/26/2023 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Amazon NFT rumors get new support" Mar 25, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,510
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,747
Binance Coin is up slightly at $324
Amazon email to Coindesk managing editor appears to confirm rumors of NFT efforts.
Eversheds Sutherland files to secure assets for FTX debtors.
NFT auction by Sotheby's disappoints
BlockFi approved to sell $5M of mining rigs
Swerve Finance undergoing $1.3M governance attack
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3/25/2023 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Do Kwon arrested in Montenegro" Mar 24, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $27,779
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,756
Binance Coin is down slightly at $321
Do Kwon arrested in Montenegro
Nayib Bukele introduces bill to eliminate taxes on technology innovations.
Binance suspends spot trading.
Cathie Woods picks up $17.7M of Coinbase.
Ethereum Foundation doubling bug bounty ahead of upgrade.
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3/24/2023 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"SEC investigating Coinbase" Mar 23, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $27,629
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,758
Binance Coin is up slightly at $326
SEC investigating Coinbase
SEC Charges Tron's Justin Sun
Shares for Block fall on short seller's report
Donald Trump NFT's pick up sales on possible indictment.
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3/23/2023 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"White House releases report on digital assets" Mar 22, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,202
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,790
Binance Coin is down .5% at $322
White House releases report on digital assets
Copper to cut 15% of staff, focus on ClearLoop product.
Cathie Wood's ARK invest sells $13M of Coinbase shares.
Celsius judge approves settlement option
a16z leads $40M round for CCP games.
BitGet invests $30M into BitKeep.
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3/22/2023 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Circle increasing European footprint." Mar 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $28,070
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,764
Binance Coin is up slightly at $335
Conor Grogan tracks over 600k ETH that's locked forever
Circle applies for licensing in France.
ECB wants more consistency in licensing in EU
US Supreme Court hears first crypto case
Core Scientific to give $20M in equipment to creditor PPM
Auros lands $17M investment.
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3/21/2023 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"FTX in-fighting continues" Mar 20, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $28,262
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,782
Binance Coin is up slightly at $338
Open interest on BTC futures hits $12B.
Signature Bank's non-crypto assets to be taken over by Flagstar bank.
FTX court filings allege Bahamas arm just a shell.
Belgian crypto ad rules changing May 17th
DWF labs invests $20M into Synthetix.
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3/20/2023 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Microsoft tests crypto wallet in Edge browser" Mar 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $27,229
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,789
Binance Coin is up slightly at $338
Microsoft testing crypto wallet in Microsoft Edge browser
Bitcoin ATM maker General Bytes shuts down cloud service after vulnerability disclosed.
BlockSec prevents a $5M loss for Paraspace
Polygon partners with Salesforce for an NFT-based loyalty program.
BBC covers iEarn Bot
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3/19/2023 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"A million dollar bet." Mar 18, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $27,480
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,816
Binance Coin is up slightly at $344
FTX custodians have determined that at the time of bankruptcy, FTX had a $6.8B hole.
Movement from Euler Finance exploiter.
ARK raises $16M for crypto fund.
USDC traders make $16.5M
Balji Srinivasan makes $1M:1BTC hyperinflation bet.
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3/18/2023 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"Fallout from SVB" Mar 17, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $26,675
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,745
Binance Coin is down slightly at $335
Fallout from SVB
Gensler suggests that staking projects are securities
Fidelity Crypto launches beyond waitlist.
Companies moving away from term "NFT"
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3/17/2023 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Crypto-friendly Signature bank seized by regulators over the weekend." Mar 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $22,368
Ethereum is up 1% at $1,596
Binance Coin is up .5% at $298
Filecoin up 20%
Aptos up 18%
Litecoin up 15%
SVB crisis mitigated. Crypto-friendly Signature bank was shuttered over the weekend.
CZ rotates 1B in BUSD to BTC, ETH, BNB
Euler Finance flash loan attack
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3/13/2023 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Circle pledges to fill any gaps in wake of SVB to maintain USDC's $1 value." Mar 12, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,541
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,469
Binance Coin is down slightly at $277
SVB crisis continues.
Circle pledges to stand by USDC's $1 value even if it means plugging $3B hole with debt.
Moonbirds fire sale on blur.
Brevan Howard will house former Dragon Fly capital fund.
Airbit founders plead guilty.
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3/12/2023 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"SVB downfall bleeds into crypto" Mar 11, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,184
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,437
Binance Coin is up slightly at $276
SVB affects USDC, BlockFi.
ARK buys even more Coinbase
Yuga Labs to hold second trip.
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $19,920
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,394
Binance Coin is up .5% at $ 269
Biden proposes crypto tax updates for 2024
New York suing KuCoin, also says ETH is an unregistered security.
blockchain. com to wind down asset management arm.
US DOJ appeals Voyager/Binance. us deal.
CryptoPunk #9682 purchased thanks to free Goerli tokens.
Ark Invest adds over $20M in Coinbase shares.
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3/10/2023 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Silvergate bank to wind down operations." Mar 09, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $21,604
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,531
Binance Coin is down slightly at $288
Silvergate bank to voluntarily wind down.
US Gov moves 10k BTC.
MT. GOX registration/repayment moves again.
Coinbase announces WaaS
Audius launches NFT-gated content.
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3/9/2023 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Federal judge okays Voyager Digital acquisition by Binance Us" Mar 08, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $22,038
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,553
Binance Coin is down slightly at $287
Binance Us gets green light from federal judge for Voyager Digital
India adds crypto to anti-money laundering rules
BaFIN officials say no NFTs are securities
Canadian crypto miner pow.re gets 100MW contract in Paraguay.
Tender. fi hacker swaps black hat for white.
Lawyers for Jimmy Fallon say subpoena for Bored Ape overly burdensome.
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3/8/2023 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"FTX suing Grayscale over fees & lockups." Mar 07, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $22,393
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,567
Binance Coin is up slightly at $286
FTX suing Grayscale over fees & lockups.
TwelveFold sells out — pulls in around $16.5M.
Hermes seeking court injunction re: MetaBirkins NFTs
Scroll closes $50M round.
Gordon Ramsay avatars headed for Sandbox.
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3/7/2023 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"BIS announces cross border retail CBDC program" Mar 06, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $22,397
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,564
Binance Coin is up slightly at $284
Police in Singapore start investigation into Do Kwon’s terraform labs.
BIS announces cross border retail CBDC program
Kraken working on own bank
ETHDenver aims higher next year.
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3/6/2023 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"TwelveFold Ordinals to auction from 3pm PST." Mar 05, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $22,444
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,571
Binance Coin is up slightly at $291
Ripples' Brad Garlinghouse tells Bloomberg the SEC’s regulation approach is putting the US at risk
Shanghai upgrade is slated for April
TwelveFold Ordinals to auction from 3pm PST.
ByBit halting deposits via SWIFT.
Multicoin capital down 91% last year.
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3/5/2023 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Silvergate closes SEN platform." Mar 04, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $22,386
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,570
Binance Coin is up slightly at $291
DOJ wants SBF to just have a flip phone and whitelisted web access.
SEC lawyer tells judge staff thinks binance.us is running unregistered securities — judge shrugs it off.
Silvergate closes SEN platform.
Celsius converts 23k WBTC to BTC.
Uniswap Labs faces Apple in iOS listing.
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3/4/2023 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Questions about Silvergate bank's future" Mar 03, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $22,342
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,564
Binance Coin is down slightly at $288
Questions about Silvergate bank's future
Coinbase acquiring River Digital Asset Management.
Block launches C=
MicroStrategy lead Michael Saylor to face court over DC taxes.
XMON trader mistimes trade.
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3/3/2023 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Coinbase's Brian Armstrong calls for clearer regulation in US" Mar 02, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $23,370
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,636
Binance Coin is down slightly at $298
Coinbase's Brian Armstrong calls for clear regulatory environment in US
Snopp Dogg will take place as Chief Ganjaroo Officer for Roobet.
BitBNS said they hid $7.5M hack due to law enforcement request.
Robinhood to roll out iOS wallet
ArbiSwap apparently rug pulls users.
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3/2/2023 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Visa & Mastercard deny Reuters report — will carry on." Mar 01, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $23,712
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,651
Binance Coin is down slightly at $302
Visa & Mastercard deny reuters report.
SEC charges FTX’s Nishad Singh.
Solana labs will make improvements to its software upgrade process
Conflux picks up a $10M investment from DWF.
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3/1/2023 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Reuters reports Visa & Mastercard may pause crypto partnership plans." Feb 28, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $23,416
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,635
Binance Coin is up slightly at $303
Visa & Mastercard to pause crypto partnership plans.
Wintermute researcher says Jane Street wallet perhaps involved in UST depegging.
Voyager digital cashes out large crypto position.
Yuga Labs debuts bitcoin based generative digital art collection.
Robinhood had SEC subpoena following FTX bankruptcy.
MyAlgo exploited for $9.6M.
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2/28/2023 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Japanese conglomerates join forces on metaverse initiative: Ryugukoku" Feb 27, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $23,414
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,641
Binance Coin is down slightly at $304
Japanese conglomerates to work together on Japanese metaverse infrastructure.
Texas Regulators caution selling voyager to binance. us
Vauld granted another creditor protection extension
Animoca Brands Chairman Yat Siu comments on Blur — calling cutting royalties insulting to creators.
Funds shorting bitcoin record record $10M in weekly inflows.
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2/27/2023 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Lido Finance reports largest-ever daily staking of Eth." Feb 26, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $23,176
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,597
Binance Coin is down slightly at $302
Lido Finance reports largest ever daily staking with more than 150k ETH staked.
The Central African Republic’s Sango Coin experiences deposit downtime.
Solana offline for almost a whole day.
Oasis uses admin backdoor to grab Wormhole hacker funds.
Platypus Finance says French police took hackers into custody.
Goerli Eth speculated up.
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2/26/2023 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"IMF calls for coordinated action from members over crypto" Feb 24, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $23,865
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,642
Binance Coin is down slightly at $309
SBF facing new criminal charges
IMF calls for coordinated action from members over crypto
Coinbase unveils Base
DEA seized $1.8M from criminals through Binance.
3AC liquidators to auction NFTs.
Block Q4 results show BTC profit down 25%.
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2/24/2023 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"NYAG sues CoinEx. Spotify pilots token-gated playlists" Feb 23, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $23,980
Ethereum is up 1% at $1,648
Binance Coin is up 1% at $309
NYAG sues CoinEx
Federal Judge rules Dapper Labs’ NBA Top Shot moments are securities.
Galaxy Digital closes on a 44M acquisition of the self custody platform GK8.
Spotify is piloting token enabled music playlists
Forsage Founders indicted for a 340M Ponzi scheme
BAYC holders sell 70 apes.
Sabre56 raises $35M to build 150 megawatts of hosting sites.
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2/23/2023 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Google Cloud to validate on the Tezos Network" Feb 22, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $24,124
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,645
Binance Coin is down .5% at $307
Google Cloud to validate on the Tezos Network
EU edits language around self hosted wallets in AML bill.
Hong Kon to earmark $6.4M for web3 ecosystem.
Klatyn Foundation to cut token supply by 50%
Friendsies NFT collection apparently rugs
Polygon Labs cuts 20% of staff.
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2/22/2023 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"FTX Japan to resume withdrawals today." Feb 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
FTX Japan is set to resume crypto and fiat withdrawals today.
CoinShares profits fall 97% for 2022
Fireblocks working on off-exchange crypto custody.
Litecoin Network gets first NFTs.
CTO at Composable finance is out.
gateway. fm pulls in $4.6M round
Renegade comes out of stealth with $3.4M in seed.
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2/21/2023 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Hong Kong regulator reconsiders ban on retail crypto trading." Feb 20, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $24,848
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,708
Binance Coin is down slightly at $317
Hong Kong regulator to re-think ban on retail crypto trading.
FSB addresses G20 saying stablecoins won't meet its high standards.
Zipmex to restart customer withdrawals.
OKX shows $8.6B in clean assets in their proof of reserves.
Galois capital to shutter its largest fund.
Bitmain's BitFuFu to offer mining rig coupons.
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2/20/2023 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"Blockchain. com refutes rumors of sale" Feb 19, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $24,696
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,697
Binance Coin is up slightly at $316
blockchain. com says it's an asset buyer, not a seller as rumors swirl about it selling pieces of business.
Jdotcolumbo points out Yuga Labs' BAKC logo lifted from easy drawing guides tutorial
Dexible exploited, BlockTower loses $1.5M.
BlockSec calls back $2.4M from Platypus hacker
MicroStrategy raises $46.6M through share sales.
YGG raising for first VC fund.
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2/19/2023 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"SEC suit against Do Kwon/Terraform Labs gives new insights" Feb 18, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $24,631
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,697
Binance Coin is up .5% at $316
SEC lawsuit against Terraform Labs says Do Kwon moved more than 10k BTC out of the platform after the collapse.
Bloomberg says Former FTX Executive Nishad Singh plans to plead guilty to fraud charges.
CZ says Binance may limit bids/investment interest in bankrupt US-based companies.
OpenSea adjusts fees after Blur overtakes.
SEC brings suit against Paul Pierce over EthereumMax promotion.
Mongraal lists Golden Key for $3.7M.
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2/18/2023 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"SEC brings lawsuit against Do Kwon, Terraform labs." Feb 17, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $23,873
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,665
Binance Coin is down slightly at $309
SEC brings lawsuit against Terraform Labs, Do Kwon.
Reuters looking into Binance.us fund movements to a Merit Peak Ltd associated with CZ.
Nigeria Fiat crisis.
Record keeping at Celsius now integral part of bankruptcy.
Trader front runs GNS listing on Binance.
Superplastic pulls in 20M in Series A led by Amazon's Alexa Fund
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2/17/2023 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"BTC up. Markets see $200M in liquidations." Feb 16, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $24,576
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,687
Binance Coin is up slightly at $319
Green market sees 6mo high for BTC, causes 200M in liquidations.
SBFs bail co-signers revealed: friends of parents from work.
Tornado Cash dev Alexey Pertsev still behind bars in NL.
Blur escalates fight with OpenSea
USDT gains on BUSD's decline.
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2/16/2023 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"New subpoenas in FTX case" Feb 15, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $22,758
Ethereum is up 1% at $1,583
Binance Coin is up 1% at $304
Lido DAO, up 16%.
New subpoenas in FTX case.
Senator Elizabeth Warren to re-introduce AML bill.
Paxos burns 684M worth of BUSD
Conflux network to build SIM cards in pilot with China Telecom
Celsius shows new plan for sale to NovaWulf
Binance and Huobi freeze $1.4M in crypto tied to harmony bridge.
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2/15/2023 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"SEC & CFTC charges against SBF postponed until after criminal case" Feb 14, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin is up .5% at $21,882
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,515
Binance Coin is up .5% at $295
SEC & CFTC postpone charges against SBF until after criminal charges settle.
FTX’s Turkish units will be excluded from the us bankruptcy proceedings
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong takes on Washington
FCA moves against UK based crypto ATMs.
Monad Labs raises $19M
Swiss firm Taurus raises $65M series B.
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2/14/2023 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Coinbase CEO warns SEC over stance on staking." Feb 13, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $21,646
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,484
Binance Coin is down 1.5% at $291
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says the firm will defend its staking "in court" if necessary.
SEC suing Paxos over BUSD.
Limit Break QR code snafu during Super Bowl.
UAE CBDC in the works.
Wormhole exploiter may be staking ETH.
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2/13/2023 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Nexo will halt Earn program." Feb 12, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $21,820
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,526
Binance Coin is down slightly at $308
Limit Break will take first super bowl NFT ad spot.
Genesis will sell itself off as part of DCG saving efforts.
Nexo will halt Earn program.
Coinbase's head of product leaves for a16z.
Banco de Brasil will enable tax paying with crypto through Bitfy
Worldcoin raising more funds.
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2/12/2023 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Vitalik Buterin donates 99ETH to earthquake relief." Feb 11, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $21,719
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,520
Binance Coin is up slightly at $309
Vitalik Buterin donates 99 Eth to Ahbap Earthquake support.
Cathie Wood adds more COIN holdings
Gensler says Kraken move should put other firms on notice — but doesn't publish any new rules.
India’s Finance minister is leading a charge in the G20 for a coordinated crypto regulation
Eddy Alexandre, CEO of EminiFX pleads guilty to commodities fraud.
Yuga Labs donates Crypto Punk to Centre Pompidou.
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2/11/2023 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"Kraken to stop staking services & pay $30M fine to zealous SEC" Feb 10, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $21,808
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,541
Binance Coin is down slightly at $306
Kraken to shutter staking after SEC probe — will pay $30M fine.
Paxos faces NYDFS investigation
PayPal reports $604M crypto holdings at close of 2022.
Deputy puts Rihanna hit on Anotherblock.
DForce loses $3.6M in hack.
Su Zhu announces OPNX
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2/10/2023 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"Tether reports $700M in 4th quarter profits." Feb 09, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $22,730
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,639
Binance Coin is up .5% at $321
Tether reports $700M in 4th quarter profits.
Tron creates Tron Artificial Intelligence Development Fund to support AI focused projects.
Jury rules in favor of Hermès in MetaBirkins case.
MakerDAO to introduce Spark Protocol — a rival to Aave
LocalBitcoins will shutter after 10 years.
Affirm Crypto shutters after 2 years.
Coincover raises $30M.
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2/9/2023 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Bank of England asks public for comments on new digital pound project." Feb 08, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $23,125
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,672
Binance Coin is up slightly at $330
The Sandbox. Up 20%
SBF appeals judge's decision to reveal bail co-signers.
FTX lawyers billed $7.5M in November.
Argo blockchain mines 14% more BTC in Jan, than in Dec.
Bank of England asks public for comments on digital pound.
Sandbox up on Saudi Arabia news.
Coinbase PM Ishan Wahi first insider in crypto history to admit guilt in an insider trading case.
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2/8/2023 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"Miners Hut 8 and US Bitcoin corp announce merger deal." Feb 07, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $23,018
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,643
Binance Coin is up slightly at $329
Signature Bank to face a class action lawsuit for "substantially facilitating" the FTX debacle
DEX aggregator CoW has been hacked for over $180k
Miners Hut 8 and US Bitcoin corp announce merger deal.
DCG offloading Grayscale holdings
WeTransfer to partner with blockchain platform minima
Mason Rothschild x Hermes lawsuit with jury.
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2/7/2023 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"FTX debtors want money back from political donations" Feb 06, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $22,904
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,636
Binance Coin is up .5% at $327
Li.Fi calls on Uniswap to not deploy with a single bridge.
FTX debtors want money back from political donations
South Korea to widen definition of what counts as blockchain based security.
Financial regulator in UK warns of potential jail time for crypto ad violations.
620k new bitcoin addresses created since Jan 13th price surge.
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2/6/2023 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"a16z votes against deploying uniswap on BNB" Feb 05, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $23,141
Ethereum is down 1% at $1,646
Binance Coin is down .5% at $326
UK Economic secretary to the Treasury Andrew Griffith promises Financial Services and Markets bill by Easter
a16z throws weight against deploying the latest uniswap iteration on BNB chain
Activision Blizzard will pay $35M in SEC fines
Unicorn Starkware will open source its core cryptographic software tool
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2/5/2023 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"SBF's Emergent Fidelity Technologies files for bankruptcy" Feb 04, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $23,573
Ethereum is up 2% at $1,694
Binance Coin is up 1% at $332
SBF's Emergent Fidelity Technologies files for bankruptcy.
FTX-backed NFT company Limit break spending $6.5M on Super Bowl ad.
MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor responds to Charlie Munger’s Bitcoin position.
Takashi Murakami is working on a 13 piece NFT collection with Hublot.
Protocol Labs is cutting 21% of their staff
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2/4/2023 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"MicroStrategy reports 4th quarter loss." Feb 03, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $23,515
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,651
Binance Coin is up slightly at $332
MicroStrategy reports 4th quarter loss.
Coinbase stock up on lawsuit dismissal.
Kraken closes Abu Dhabi branch.
Craig Wright heads back to court.
Mastercard NFT product lead resigns in artistic fashion.
Marathon Digital sold 1,500 BTC in January
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2/3/2023 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Alameda Research wallet receives $10M in stablecoins from a Bitfinex wallet" Feb 02, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $23,800
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,672
Binance Coin is down slightly at $330
Avalanche, up 18%
Alameda Research wallet receives $10M in stablecoins from a Bitfinex hot wallet.
99yr old Charlie Munger wants complete crypto ban in US
Prosecutors in South Korea arrested an executive linked to the crypto exchange bithumb
BonqDAO was exploited for $88M.
Luxor mines largest Bitcoin block ever.
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2/2/2023 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"India will maintain restrictive crypto tax rules in 2023 budget" Feb 01, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $23,048
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,576
Binance Coin is up slightly at $308
India to maintain restrictive crypto tax rules in the 2023 budget
dYdX users traded 466B in crypto derivatives across 2022
Voyager is swatting down Alameda’s attempts to recover 446M in assets
Celsius to allow some users to withdraw up to 94%
Defiance Digital’s NFT ETF will be wound down
SIMBA Chain receives $30M funding bump from the US Airforce.
Decentralized twitter alternative Damus goes live on App Store.
Ripple says 2022 was a great year for them.
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2/1/2023 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Celsius bankruptcy examiner issues report" Jan 31, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $23,016
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,581
Binance Coin is up .5% at $311
Independent examiner releases damning comments about Celsius' behavior.
Alameda asks Voyager for $446M to be returned.
Hong Kong moves toward stronger stablecoin licensing regime
Kazakhstan asks for public comments on planned exchange restrictions
Addressble raises $7.5M
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1/31/2023 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"NYDFS investigates Gemini over FDIC language" Jan 30, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $23,102
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,579
Binance Coin is down slightly at $307
NYDFS investigates Gemini
Philippines securities exchange regulator seeks comments from the public
Premier league partners with Sorare
Arbitum based DEX emerges from stealth.
Hypernative picks up $9M in a seed round.
Pfizer Ventures backs VitaDAO.
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1/30/2023 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Secret strife. NFT roundup." Jan 29, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $23,603
Ethereum is up 1% at $1,621
Binance Coin is up slightly at $316
Secret network's internal turmoil.
Skybridge Capital losing investors after dismal returns.
Yuga Labs co-founder stepping back due to health concerns.
BAYC artist releases NFT project
Azuki's twitter hacked.
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1/29/2023 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"SBF's lawyers ask judge for access to FTX wallets." Jan 28, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $22,912
Ethereum is down 1% at $1,567
Binance Coin is down 1% at $304
SBF's lawyers want him to have access to FTX wallets.
FTX lawyers want SBF to have no contact with staff.
Disputes between Binance and WazirX heat up.
UK man sentenced for 4.5 yrs over $2M crypto theft.
CoinTracker cutting 20% of staff.
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1/28/2023 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Amazon reportedly planning NFT initiative." Jan 27, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $22,948
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,576
Binance Coin is down .5% at $304
Amazon planning NFT initiative for the spring.
Proof's VP says Kevin Rose's hack didn't affect Proof.
FTX lawyers ask judge for permission to subpoena SBF's family
dydx pushes back token unlock.
South Korean officials probe price manipulation
Ted Cruz wants crypto vending on Capitol Hill.
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1/27/2023 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"FTX publishes impressive creditor list." Jan 26, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $23,109
Ethereum is up 1% at $1,614
Binance Coin is up 1% at $306
FTX publishes 116 pg creditor list
Elizabeth Warren speaks at event for American Economic Liberties Project. Praises SEC, derides crypto.
Coinbase faces $3.6M fine from Dutch Central Bank
Mango Markets is suing Avraham Eisenberg for balance of what he stole.
Pedigree brings real dog adoption to the metaverse
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1/26/2023 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"French regulators vote for favorable crypto regulations." Jan 25, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $22,721
Ethereum is up 1% at $1,564
Binance Coin is up .5% at $303
French vote for favourable crypto regulations while waiting for MiCA
UK's financial services minister pushes regulators
Vitalik Buterin closes short on RAI, nets $92k.
MakerDAO community shows support for Yearn Finance lockup.
Blockstream raises $125M.
Gemba raises $18M in Series A.
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1/25/2023 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"EU plans bills for EU CBDC and metaverse." Jan 24, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $22,982
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,628
Binance Coin is up slightly at $314
EU plans pair of bills: one CBDC, one metaverse.
EU considers crypto taxes to fund budget.
French National Assembly debates crypto rules ahead of MiCA
Wormhole exploiter swaps Eth to stETH — heads for DeFi.
BlockFi to sell 160M in bitcoin mining loans
Gemini lays off 10%.
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1/24/2023 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Vitalik proposes privacy-focused stealth addresses." Jan 23, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $22,936
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,636
Binance Coin is down slightly at $305
Vitalik Buterin proposes stealth addresses for Ethereum
Chainway debuts privacy tool for Tornado Cash
Uniswap temperature check vote for migration to BNB chain sees 80% support.
Central African Republic drafting crypto bill.
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1/23/2023 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Mergers, acquisitions, and funding rounds" Jan 22, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $22,890
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,634
Binance Coin is up slightly at $303
DCG wants to sell off assets including Coindesk.
Fantom releases Ecosystem Vault funding for dApps on the network.
Candy Digital raises $38.5M.
NIL Foundation raises $22M
Escape Velocity raises $25M
ZK startup Hyper Oracle raises $3M
Multichain wallet Cypher raises $4.3M
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1/22/2023 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"US wants forfeiture of $700M+ from SBF" Jan 21, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $23,023
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,656
Binance Coin is up slightly at $304
Solana, up 19%
US Seizes $171M from SBF, brings total to $700M+
SEC issues charges against MNGO Markets exploiter Avraham Eisenberg
Brett Harrison raises $5M in stealth for DeFi project
Genesis owes Stellar Foundation $13M.
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1/21/2023 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"DCG's Genesis files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy." Jan 20, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $21,100
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,559
Binance Coin is up .5% at $289
DCG's Genesis files for Chapter 11 protection
Huobi confirms Justin Sun is leading the exchange.
Neopets Meta raises $4M
Nexo will pay $45M to settle SEC and state charges
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1/20/2023 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
"Flashbots raising $50M at $1B valuation". Jan 19, 2023
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,711
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,518
Binance Coin is down .5% at $288
NAB creates stablecoin: AUDN
Flashbots raising $50M at $1B valuation
DOJ announces Bitzlato arrest
ENS DAO selling 10k ETH
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1/19/2023 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Coinbase will halt operations in Japan" Jan 18, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $21,264
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,580
Binance Coin is up .5% at $302
Shiba Inu, up 17%
Coinbase to halt operations in Japan
DCG stops quarterly dividend payment to strengthen balance sheet.
WEF announces own metaverse prototype
Hashkey closes 3rd fund with $500M in pocket.
776 backs SYKY in $9.5M Series A.
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1/18/2023 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"3AC's founders seek $25M for new exchange, per pitch deck." Jan 17, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $21,227
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,568
Binance Coin is down slightly at $302
3AC's founders seek funding for new exchange.
Silvergate posted a loss of $1 billion in the fourth quarter.
EU to postpone MiCA vote until april.
China’s digital yuan has been used for the first time to buy securities.
Bank of America says CBDCs and stable coins are the future of money
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1/17/2023 • 7 minutes, 2 seconds
"Hacked funds from Horizon on the move" Jan 16, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,807
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,541
Binance Coin is down .5% at $297
Binance will allow off-platform custody for leveraged positions.
Central bank of Iran is working with Russian government on a gold-backed stablecoin.
Over $60M in stolen funds from Horizon on the move.
Bithumb was ordered to pay over 200k in damages to investors over 2017 downtime.
Azuki’s new city Hilumia has launched
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1/16/2023 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Alameda Research wallets fumble over $1 million in fresh asset liquidations" Jan 15, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,703
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,532
Binance Coin is up slightly at $298
Aptos up 15%
Arkham says Alameda Research lost over $1 million in asset liquidations this weekend.
Anthony Scaramucci is investing in startup from former FTX US president Brett Harrison
Justin Sun evaluating a $1B buy of DCG assets.
Gamini hit with new lawsuit seeking class-action status.
Sortium raises a $7.8M seed round.
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1/15/2023 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Virunga national park’s bitcoin mining solution" Jan 14, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $20,894
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,537
Binance Coin is up slightly at $305
Solana up 35%
Polkadot up 17%
DOJ joins chorus of objections against FTX's choice of lawyers.
Wider market rally driven by futures interest.
Virunga national park’s bitcoin mining solution.
WYRE lifts 90% withdrawal limit due to strategic funding.
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1/14/2023 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"SEC charges Gemini & Genesis over unregistered securities." Jan 13, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $18,852
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,405
Binance Coin is down slightly at $285
SEC charges Gemini & Genesis over unregistered securities.
Cathie Wood's ARK adds more COIN
Société Générale borrows $7 million in DAI from MakerDAO.
LendHub suffers $6M hack.
Crypto .com lays off 20% of employees.
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1/13/2023 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"FTX's leadership say they've found a liquid $5B." Jan 12, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $18,270
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,398
Binance Coin is down slightly at $283
Avalanche up 23%
FTX's new leadership says they've found a liquid $5B.
Short traders see $200M in liquidations
ARK ads nearly $3.3M worth of COIN shares
blockchain. com lays off 28% of staff.
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1/12/2023 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Gemini escalates fight with DCG" Jan 11, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $17,420
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,332
Binance Coin is up slightly at $277
New FTX shareholders officially revealed in court documents
Gala games deletes tweet suggesting partnership with The Rock.
A judge will allow Binance US to move ahead with buying Voyager assets.
Group One discloses 13.5% stake in MicroStrategy
Gemini escalates fight with DCG
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1/11/2023 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"US DOJ seizes SBF's $HOOD shares." Jan 10, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $17,235
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,327
Binance Coin is up slightly at $274
Aptos, up 35%
US DOJ seizes SBF's $HOOD shares.
BlockFi says Zac Prince cashed out that $10M to pay taxes.
Coinbase cutting 20% of staff.
CFTC joins case against Mango Markets exploiter Avraham Eisenberg
Nepal instructs ISPs to prevent all crypto-related activity.
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1/10/2023 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Huobi Korea moves to sever ties with larger Huobi Global" Jan 09, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $17,241
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,320
Binance Coin is up slightly at $279
Lido Dao, up 18%
Over 100 parties interested in FTX subsidiaries as deadline nears.
Messari Founder Ryan Selkis momentarily suspended from Twitter
Huobi Korea moves to sever ties with larger Huobi Global
Hive curtails power use in Dec. earns significant funds.
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1/9/2023 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Mastercard launches web3 music incubator with Polygon." Jan 08, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,921
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,261
Binance Coin is up slightly at $261
Mastercard launches web3 focused music incubator
Kevin Rose + Proof sign with UTA
Holoride teases Motorverse at CES
Authorities in the US peer at Binance
Wyre modifies customer withdrawal rules.
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1/8/2023 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"SEC, DOJ probing DCG." Jan 07, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,901
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,262
Binance Coin is down slightly at $260
FTX US and FTX Bahamas put their issues to rest.
Huobi sees $100M in token outflows
SuperRare cuts 30% of staff.
DCG being investigated by SEC, DOJ.
Polygon pays for Y00ts, DeGods projects move from Solana.
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1/7/2023 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"SEC probes FTX investors. SBF files to keep Robinhood stake." Jan 06, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $16,719
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,242
Binance Coin is down slightly at $255
SEC probes FTX investors over due diligence
SBF files motion to keep $Hood shares
Immunefi researcher saved $200M from critical vulnerability
Huobi cuts headcuont by 20%
DCG closes down wealth management division HQ
Mutant Ape Planet Dev arrested
Celsius' Alex Machinsky sued by NY State.
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1/6/2023 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"US Department of Justice seizing SBF assets" Jan 05, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,817
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,252
Binance Coin is up slightly at $256
US DOJ seizing SBF assets.
Puerto Rican Judge says Avraham Eisenberg must remain in jail pending trial.
Silvergate cuts 40% of workers.
Genesis tells clients it's still sorting through what to do.
US SEC charges 8 in CoinDeal fraud.
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1/5/2023 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"SBF pleads not guilty to criminal charges." Jan 04, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,808
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,250
Binance Coin is up slightly at $254
SBF pleads not guilty to criminal charges.
Report on tax effect on of India crypto
DNP3 says they've gambled away theirs and user funds.
UK's crime agency starting up crypto task force
RTFKT's COO phished.
EmpireDAO to leave Bowery location
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1/4/2023 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Bahamas SEC claps back at new FTX exec team" Jan 03, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,723
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,216
Binance Coin is down .5% at $245
Pax Dollar, up 16%
Bahamas SEC claps back at new FTX Execs.
Winklevoss & Silbert feud hits Twitter.
SushiSwap to sunset Kashi & Miso
Zodia Custody appoints Julian Sawyer to CEO spot.
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1/3/2023 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"UK to enforce tax exemptions for foreign investors. Hong Kong bolsters retail services." Jan 02, 2023
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,712
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,216
Binance Coin is up slightly at $247
Lido Dao, up 16%
Bitcoin developer Luke Dashjr says he's lost over 200BTC in hack.
SFC is increasing access to retail investors, Hong Kong bolsters retail facing services.
Animoca negotiates extended deadline
Unsellable is building the world’s largest collection of worthless NFTs
UK to enforce tax exemptions for foreign investors
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1/2/2023 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"SBF returns to Twitter to say he's not moving Alameda funds." Dec 31, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,569
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,197
Binance Coin is up .5% at $245
SBF says Alameda fund movement isn't him.
FTX debtors ask Bahamas for money back.
Italian parliament approves 26% capital gains tax on crypto
Valkyrie wants to help sponsor and manage GBTC
BlackRock gives Core Scientific another $17M.
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12/31/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Bahamas SEC says they're holding $3.5B of FTX assets." Dec 30, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,489
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,191
Binance Coin is up slightly at $243
Bahamas securities commission says they're holding $3.5B of FTX assets.
Liquid announces withdrawals for Japanese customers
Turkish central bank runs first CBDC tests
California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation releases 16 alerts regarding crypto scams.
FBI launches 3Commas investigation
Cathie Woods and ARK still buying Coinbase’s dip
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12/30/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Alameda Research wallets active again" Dec 29, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,606
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,199
Binance Coin is down slightly at $245
Alameda Research wallets sell tokens, consolidate to BTC.
FTX customers file lawsuit asking for funds first
Gemini sued over Gemini Earn program
3Commas API leak rumors intensify.
China works on state-backed NFT exchange.
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12/29/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Federal agents arrest Avraham Eisenberg." Dec 28, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,651
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,193
Binance Coin is down slightly at $243
Justice Department probes $400M FTX hack.
SBF borrowed funds for $Hood Purchase.
Federal agents arrest Avraham Eisenberg
Kraken bows out of Japan
Argo will take $100M bailout from Galaxy.
Michael Saylor announces more BTC buying.
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12/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Fidelity files for trademarks in metaverse" Dec 27, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,825
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,217
Binance Coin is up slightly at $243
Nexo makes next & final offer to Vauld.
Fidelity files for trademarks in metaverse
Defrost Finance says funds returned
BitKeep crypto wallet duped & $8M lost.
BTC. com's parent company Bit Mining loses $3M in hack.
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12/27/2022 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Bitcoin's hash rate drops 30% due to arctic storm in the US" Dec 26, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,856
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,219
Binance Coin is down slightly at $243
Bitcoin's hash rate drops 30% due to arctic storm disruptions in the US.
Defrost finance plays the grinch: hack or rug pull?
Suspected North Korean hacker clears $300k from 1000+ stolen NFTs
Bitcoin miners saddled with debt.
Blockaware faces $250k lawsuit.
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12/26/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Ellison's plea deal comes despite her knowledge of wrongdoing." Dec 24, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,825
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,218
Binance Coin is up slightly at $244
Ellison admitted wrongdoing in plea deal
District Judge Ronnie Abrams withdrew her participation from FTX legal matters
Paxos recovers $20M in PAXG
OpenSea bars Cubans
Mythical Games lawsuit.
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12/24/2022 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"SBF released to parents on $250M bail" Dec 23, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,873
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,224
Binance Coin is up slightly at $246
SBF released on $250M bail
FTX asked the court for help regarding the ownership Robinhood shares.
White Hat hackers pull in $52M via Immunefi
OKX publishes 2nd proof of reserves.
Argentine Football Association signs deal with metaverse startup Upland.
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12/23/2022 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
"FTX's prisoners dilemma: Ellison & Wang strike plea" Dec 22, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,818
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,215
Binance Coin is down slightly at $244
Former Alameda research CEO Caroline Ellison and FTX co-founder Gary wang have both plead guilty to charges related to FTXs collapse
SEC says FTT is security
Auros misses payment
Binance to join Chamber of Digital Commerce.
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12/22/2022 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"SBF may be extradited to US today" Dec 21, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,844
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,212
Binance Coin is down slightly at $248
FTX new management team identifies over $1B in cash
SBF expected to sign extradition to US today.
Core Scientific declares bankruptcy.
Brian Armstrong says regulators should leave DeFi alone.
Christie's NFT sales down 96% in 2022.
Scottie Pippin's NFT collection sells out in 77 seconds.
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12/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"QuadrigaCX wallets awaken after 3 years" Dec 20, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,832
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,214
Binance Coin is down slightly at $249
Alameda invested $400M in Modulo Capital
Visa proposes using StarkNet for automatic recurring payments.
BlockFi files motion to open withdrawals.
QuadrigaCX wallets awaken after 3 years
Greenidge strikes deal with NYDIG, still not in the clear.
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12/20/2022 • 6 minutes, 52 seconds
"Voyager Digital to be acquired by Binance.us" Dec 19, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,747
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,185
Binance Coin is up .5% at $249
Voyager Digital to be acquired by binance.us
Binance global finalizes acquisition of Tokocrypto.
Ren Protocol is winding down with $15M locked.
Former Bitmex CEO Alexander Höptner files a $3.4M claim against Bitmex for wrongful termination.
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12/19/2022 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Prosecutors will probe SBF/FTX political donations" Dec 18, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,718
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,181
Binance Coin is down slightly at $246
Reuters says SBF will re-think extradition protest
Prosecutors to probe SBF/FTX political donations
OneCoin pyramid scheme co-founder Karl Greenwood pleads guilty.
OKX suffers cloud outage
Yuga Labs court case moves forward
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12/18/2022 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Australian Open doubles down on NFTs" Dec 17, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $16,678
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,179
Binance Coin is up slightly at $237
Raydium exploited for 2M.
Japan will exempt token issuers from corporate tax on unrealized gains.
dutch cryptocurrency exchange Bitvavo says its locked out of 280M Euros.
Bitfarms sells property at de la Pointe.
Australian Open doubles down on NFTs
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12/17/2022 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Jack Dorsey gives NOSTR 14BTC" Dec 16, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $17,022
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,212
Binance Coin is down slightly at $251
FTX asks to sell off portions of business to recoup capital.
Trump launches NFT collection
Mazers walks away from crypto audits.
Amber group raises $300M series C
Blocknative raises $15M
Jack Dorsey gives NOSTR 14BTC
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12/16/2022 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"FTX lawyers ask judge to restrict Bahamian access " Dec 15, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $17,689
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,286
Binance Coin is down .5% at $264
FTX lawyers ask judge to restrict Bahamian access
Senator's Warren and Marshall introduce AML crypto bill
Gemini said phishing attack nabbed some customer information
Microsoft updates TOS to prohibit crypto mining.
Cathie Wood + ARK buy more COIN.
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12/15/2022 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"SBF charged on 8 counts, denied bail." Dec 14, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $17,896
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,330
Binance Coin is down 1% at $269
SBF charged with 8 counts. Denied bail.
US house financial services committee hears testimony from John Jay Ray III
Binance tells colleagues things will be rocky for a minute.
Argo Blockchain shares sink due to published false alert.
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12/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Sam Bankman-Fried arrested." Dec 13, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $17,464
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,292
Binance Coin is down slightly at $264
Sam Bankman-Fried arrested.
Senator Maxine Waters disappointed with timing of arrest.
JP Morgan says US markets show herd-like behavior
European Parliament terminates Eva Kaili’s term of office
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12/13/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Bybit releases merkle tree proof-of-reserves. ARK adds more COIN." Dec 12, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,978
Ethereum is down 1% at $1,250
Binance Coin is down 3% at $277
Bybit releases Merkle tree proof of reserves.
Moonpay successfully registers with UK's FCA.
Symbiont. io files chapter 11.
Maple Finance deals with debt crisis.
ARK innovation adds more COIN shares
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12/12/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Credit investment firms look to buy FTX customer claims" Dec 11, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $17,162
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,274
Binance Coin is down slightly at $290
Credit investment firms look to buy claims from FTX customers.
Blue chip NFT interest picks up.
Lodestar Finance exploited.
Argo Blockchain shares halt trading
European Parliament Vice President Eva Kaili detained.
Blur offers refunds to traders affected but UI.
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12/11/2022 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Prosecutors probing SBF in potential fraud case" Dec 10, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $17,153
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,267
Binance Coin is down slightly at $287
Prosecutors are probing SBF in a potential fraud case
CEO of The Block took undisclosed funding from FTX
Binance suspends 'unreasonable' customer
crypto. com releases proof of reserves
Yuga Labs and Moonpay named in celebrity lawsuit.
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12/10/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"SBF responds to committee late, via twitter. Starbucks launches Odyssey web3 loyalty program." Dec 09, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $17,263
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,286
Binance Coin is up slightly at $291
SBF responds late to Senate Committee request — and via Twitter.
Starbucks launches Odyssey loyalty program in Beta.
SEC issues letters to companies over need for crypto exposure
PayPal expands crypto services into Luxembourg
Chainlink's first staking pool reaches community limit in 2 days.
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12/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"Senate banking committee calls for SBF to appear" Dec 08, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,816
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,237
Binance Coin is up slightly at $285
Senate banking committee calls on SBF to appear — warns of subpoena.
Canadian pension fund ends crypto research effort
Bankruptcy judge in Celsius case rules $44M back to users
Nomad set to restart bridge after hack
EthereumMax plaintiffs free to go.
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12/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Binance's Bitcoin reserves confirmed by Mazars." Dec 07, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,816
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,227
Binance Coin is up slightly at $283
US Financial Services Committee considering a subpoena for SBF.
SBF retains Mark Cohen.
Binance's bitcoin reserves confirmed by Mazars.
Binance says revenues come from trading fees.
RTKFT reveals physical/digital shoe.
Bitwave raises $15M for crypto tax accounting platform.
Koinly cuts 14% of staff.
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12/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Binance's CZ pulls no punches in tweet thread on SBF" Dec 06, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $17,009
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,258
Binance Coin is down slightly at $288
Binance's CZ pulls no punches in SBF related tweet thread
European commission tax scheme leaked hints at possible $2B taxation
a16z appoints Brian Quintenz head of policy.
Gridless raises $2M in seed round.
Consensys faces backlash. Will update MetaMask language
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12/6/2022 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"SBF sits with The Block. Coke makes 10k world cup NFTs." Dec 05, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $17,261
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,288
Binance Coin is down slightly at $294
SBF sits with The Block for two hour interview
Circle terminates SPAC deal.
Twitter code hints at Twitter coin and tipping integration
Reddit collectible avatars set minting record
Swyftx reduces workforce by 35%
Coke works with crypto .com on 10k world cup NFTs
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12/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"SBF says he can only speculate about what happened to customer funds" Dec 04, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,958
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,257
Binance Coin is up slightly at $290
SBF tells WSJ he can only speculate about what happened to customer funds
3AC liquidators seize $35M from the firm’s accounts in Singaporean banks
Galaxy Digital set to acquire GK8
LedgerX is up for sale
ByBit will reduce workforce again citing bear market.
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12/4/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Japan FTX to restart customer withdrawals" Dec 03, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,974
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,272
Binance Coin is up 1% at $291
SBF tells FT that Alameda was given outsized borrowing limits
Japan FTX to restart customer withdrawals
US DOJ wants FTX fraud allegations to be investigated.
Brett Harrison former FTX US president wants funding for his crypto startup
Genesis owes Gemini customers $900M.
South Korean judge dismisses warrant for Daniel Shin and 7 others.
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12/3/2022 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Coinbase disables mobile NFT transfers due to Apple Tax." Dec 02, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $17,040
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,291
Binance Coin up slightly at $291
FTX bankruptcy looks for independent investigator
Coinbase disables mobile NFT transfers due to Apple Tax.
NYDFS wants to bill crypto companies for supervision costs
Fleek raises $25M series A
Helio, Ankr suffer exploit.
Stripe builds on-ramp for web3.
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12/2/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"U.K. Economic Secretary says crypto in U.K. will carry on despite FTX collapse" Dec 01, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $17,118
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,287
Binance Coin is down 1% at $297
U.K. Economic Secretary Andrew Griffith says FTX crash has no bearing on enthusiasm for crypto space in U.K.
BlackRock’s CEO Larry Fink says firm had $24M exposure to FTX
NEXO and Gemini approved in Italy.
Kraken will cut 30% of workforce.
Coinbase shuts down extortion attempt.
Canada’s Manitoba province introduces 18-month moratorium on new crypto mining.
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12/1/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Animoca Brands plans up to $2B metaverse fund." Nov 30, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $16,804
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,262
Binance Coin is down 1% at $298
Texas State Securities Board wants SBF to appear in person.
Beto returns $1M from SBF
Binance acquires Japanese crypto exchange Sakura
IBM and Maersk scuttle relationship with TradeLens Logistics.
Ripple leads $72M round for Keyrock.
Animoca Brands unveils Animoca Capital — will inject up to $2B in metaverse space.
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11/30/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"BlockFi files for bankruptcy" Nov 29, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,481
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,215
Binance Coin is down .5% at $303
FTX to resume paying salaries to employees outside of US.
Lagarde pushes for euro CBDC
BlockFi files for bankruptcy
India will begin CBDC pilot.
web3 DAO Game7 announces $100M grant program.
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11/29/2022 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Tensions brew between US and Bahamas over FTX" Nov 28, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,179
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,169
Binance Coin is down .5% at $293
Bahamas AG says FTX's Ray misrepresented their actions
Binance moves 2B in Bitcoin during reserves audit.
Coinbase hiring for senior roles in Europe.
Paris based Kiln raises $17M.
Eth drops as 73k Eth hit Binance.
Line to shutter Bitfront.
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11/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Coinsquare experiences client data breach" Nov 27, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,547
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,213
Binance Coin is up slightly at $313
Coinsquare says they’ve experienced a client data breach
London’s metropolitan police arrested more than 100 people in a so called largest ever fraud operation.
XDao has raised 2.3M in a seed round
Binance will delist serum trading pairs amid the broader FTX issues.
Wrapped Bitcoin DAO is moving to a new smart contract multisig
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11/27/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Huobi denies rumors that it will merge with Poloniex" Nov 26, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,570
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,218
Binance Coin is up 1% at $315
Genesis Global Capital is being investigated by US regulators
Aragon project converts $20M of treasury into ETH
Huobi denies rumors that it will merge with Poloniex
Ripio is landing in the US state of Florida.
Cobra will have to dox themselves or pay for Craig Wright's legal fees
Tiantian Kullander, co-founder of Amber Group passes away.
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11/26/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Binance releases first proof of reserves" Nov 25, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,496
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,190
Binance Coin is up .5% at $300
MASAK orders the seizure of suspicious FTX assets
Binance releases first proof of reserves. Holds 101% BTC.
Belgian Financial services and markets Authority says crypto assets should not fall under securities regulation.
Proximity Labs unveils $10M dev fund.
Matrixport is looking to raise $100M at a $1.5B valuation
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11/25/2022 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Binance.US renews Voyager bid." Nov 24, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16, 543
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,194
Binance Coin is up .5% at $299
SBF says he'll still speak at NY conference at end of month.
Binance.US renews Voyager bid.
Japan's central bank set for digital yen test.
Onomy raises $10M
ByBit announces $100M fund to support institutional clients.
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11/24/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"SBF sends FTX employees new letter" Nov 23, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $16, 503
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,164
Binance Coin is down slightly at $296
Litecoin, up 15%
Sequoia capital apologizes to investors over FTX investment
SBF sends FTX employees new letter
Argentina loss in World Cup precipitates fan token sell off, Saudi NFT collection gets boost.
NY Gov Kathy Hochul signs POW mining moratorium.
Tornado Cash dev Alexey Pertsev will be held for another 3 months.
Thirdverse raises $15M in fresh funding round.
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11/23/2022 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Genesis warns of possible bankruptcy" Nov 22, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $15, 846
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,102
Binance Coin is up 1% at $257
FTX Group has 1.24B in cash.
Genesis warns of possible bankruptcy, drops emergency raise target.
BitPanda receives BaFin license.
FalconX resumes use of Silvergate
US Senators express concerns over SoFi
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11/22/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"FTX blackhat continues swapping Eth for BTC" Nov 21, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,073
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,124
Binance Coin is up .5% at $259
FTX blackhat continues swapping Eth for BTC.
FTX owes 3.1B to top 50 creditors.
Uniswap updates privacy policy
Court settles on bar date for Celsius.
Deputy governor calls for digital British pound in wake of FTX collapse.
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11/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"FTX drainer selling ETH for BTC." Nov 20, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $16,512
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,165
Binance Coin is up .5% at $268
FTX drainer consolidating Eth into BTC — affecting eth prices.
Grayscale says they'll not show proof of reserves due to security concerns.
Unchained Capital announces job cuts.
Thodex founder extradited to Turkey from Albania
Bitfinex laundering case put under protective order.
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11/20/2022 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Bankruptcy asset review begins for FTX"Nov 19, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,631
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,205
Binance Coin is up .5% at $272
Bankruptcy asset review begins for FTX
Tether will move 1B USDT from Solana to Ethereum
Ohio Investment manager faces charges for crypto ponzi scheme.
SEC to suspend sale for American CryptoFed DAO tokens
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11/19/2022 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Jurisdiction fight brewing over FTX." Nov 18, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $16,764
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,217
Binance Coin is up .5% at $272
Bahamas Securities Commission announces it ordered assets to be transferred from FTX's crypto wallet.
Possible jurisdiction fight brewing over FTX.
Bitstamp wins registration approval in Spain
Binance and OKX suspended support for Solana based USDC, USDT and then reversed course.
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11/18/2022 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"FTX contagion puts rush on Gemini." Nov 17, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,500
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,203
Binance Coin is down slightly at $266
Sam's DMs
Class action lawsuit against celebrity backers of FTX.
Gemini sees large outflows
Bahamas regulator says FTX not authorized to carry out bankruptcy in the US.
Uniswap website on the blink.
Tron's Justin Sun joins President Nayib Bukele in a bitcoin a day purchasing effort.
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11/17/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"FTX Bahamas files for Chapter 15. Genesis Global Trading halts withdrawals." Nov 16, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $16,550
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,204
Binance Coin is down slightly at $271
FTX Bahamas files for Chapter 15.
FTX hacker/insider now 34th largest holder of Eth.
Genesis Unit halting customer withdrawals
Prosecutors in SK raid Chai Corp. over UST
Brevan Howard Digital co-leads $4.8M equity round.
Brian Armstrong sells $1.6M in COIN.
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11/16/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Nike announces 'dot Swoosh'" Nov 15, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $16,838
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,270
Binance Coin is down slightly at $276
FTX faces up to 1 million creditors
Visa terminates FTX deal
Nike announces .Swoosh
Ark invest buys GBTC
Bitfarms pays down $27M of debt.
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11/15/2022 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"More Ripples from FTX Collapse" Nov 14, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,766
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,266
Binance Coin is up .5% at $285
Police join Bahamas Securities Commission to investigate collapse of FTX
Tokensoft doxxes 4500 "bad actors"
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11/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"New FTT tokens. More CEX's come forward with proof of reserves" Nov 13, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $16,588
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,234
Binance Coin is down .5% at $279
FTX CEO confirms "hack" and movements after.
New FTT tokens minted.
Bahamas regulator says they didn't ask for FTX to allow withdraws to KYC'd customers.
CEXs come forward with proof of balances.
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11/13/2022 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"The FTX Saga continues: FTX declares bankruptcy. Sam steps down. Exchange possibly hacked." Nov 12, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $16,807
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,258
Binance Coin is down slightly at $282
FTX Files for Chapter 11.
Sam Bankman Fried steps down from CEO post.
FTX/FTX.US/Alameda wallets see illicit fund movements.
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11/12/2022 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"FTX Fallout continues" Nov 11, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $17,410
Ethereum is up 1.5% at $1,296
Binance Coin is up slightly at $296
Top gainers in the last 24 hours: Solana, up 20%
Polygon up 16%
Litecoin up 15%
FTX Fallout continues
Cathie Woods' ARK picks up 638k shares of COIN on the week.
Y-combinator backs PING in their $15M seed round.
DFX Finance hacked for $7.5M
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11/11/2022 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"Binance will not acquire FTX" Nov 10, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $16,654
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,203
Binance Coin is up slightly at $279
Top gainers in the last 24 hours: Maker, up 17%
Binance backs out after due diligence, paths forward appear to be funding rounds or bankruptcy.
Crypto space reels. Firms detail more exposure to FTX.
Binance releases proof of $69B in cold wallet.
Tether's USDT slips peg.
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11/10/2022 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Binance signs LOI to acquire FTX.com amid liquidity issues" Nov 09, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $17,654
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,231
Binance Coin is down slightly at $303
Binance signs LOI to acquire FTX.com
Market sinks on FTX liquidity issues.
Meta to cut 11k jobs.
Judge tentatively dismisses EthereumMax case against Kim Kardashian
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11/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 53 seconds
"DOJ announces arrest of Silk Road Hacker who swiped 50k BTC" Nov 08, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,716
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,476
Binance Coin is down slightly at $324
DOJ announces arrest of Silk Road Hacker who swiped 50k BTC in 2012
FTT falls amid concerns of liquidity
Iris Energy loan issues
Bank of Korea completes 10 month trial with CBDC.
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11/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"CZ & SBF beef in public over FTT." Nov 07, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $20,745
Ethereum is up .5% at $1583
Binance Coin is down slightly at $331
CZ & SBF take drama to Twitter.
OpenSea says they're working on creator-centric platform improvements.
Hive Blockchain reports solid holdings and no debt.
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11/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Uala debuts crypto trading in Argentina" Nov 06, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $21,232
Ethereum is down slightly at $1619
Binance Coin is up slightly at $352
Amber group lowers valuation
SOL picks up on Google Cloud tweet
Monkey Drainer hits again
Art Gobblers price falls.
Uala debuts crypto trading in Argentina
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11/6/2022 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"NY Fed shortens settlement from 2 days to 15 seconds with digital dollar " Nov 05, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $21,369
Ethereum is down .5% at $1645
Binance Coin is down slighlty at $354
SK prosecutors tell local media Do Kwon may be in Europe
SEC charges Trade Coin Club founders with Ponzi scheme
CFTC issues order against founder of arbitrage firm.
Mythical games cuts 10% of workforce
UK lawmakers to hold inquiry into NFT regulation
NY Fed completes experiment with digital dollar
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11/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Twitter pauses work on crypto wallet amid layoffs." Nov 04, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down ,5% at $20,506
Ethereum is down 1% at $1571
Binance Coin is down 1% at $344
Polygon up 20%
Stripe cuts 1000 jobs
GALA token down 20% on white hat hack miscommunication from team
Block reports $2.75B net revenues.
PayPal reports $6.85B Q3
Twitter halts work on crypto wallet.
OKX new home in bahamas.
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11/4/2022 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Meta will use Arweave for Instagram NFT storage" Nov 03, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,140
Ethereum is down slightly at $1533
Binance Coin is down .5% at $328
Arweave up 55%
Flow, up 16%
Meta will use Arweave for Instagram NFT storage.
Cathie Wood picks up $7M in Block and Robinhood.
Bakkt to purchase Apex Crypto for up to $200
Dapper Labs cuts 22% of team.
Evmos blockchain picks up $27M in token sale round led by Polychain Capital.
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11/3/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Deribit loses $28M in hot wallet hack" Nov 02, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $20,435
Ethereum is down slightly at $1555
Binance Coin is down .5% at $319
Deribit has been hacked — losing $28M out of a hot wallet.
DeFi Protocol Solend loses $1.26M in exploit.
BitMEX cuts staff
Galaxy Digital could cut staff.
Invictus Capital defaults on unsecured loan
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11/2/2022 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"October exploits top $650M" November 01, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,528
Ethereum is down slightly at $1591
Binance Coin is up slightly at $323
Dogecoin, up 16%
October exploits & losses cross $652M
Coinbase submits amicus brief in Ripple x SEC case.
Lingfeng Innovation Fund raises $20M to focus on web3.
Indian Finance Minister says the BIS, IMF and FSB need to make it easier for countries to work together.
Dogecoin in the spotlight.
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11/1/2022 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Team Finance hacker returns $7M" October 31, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,723
Ethereum is down .5% at $1618
Binance Coin is up .5% at $333
Team Finance hacker has returned half — promises to return more.
FTX US says they'll move HQ to Miami
Crypto Custodian RakkaR Digital raises $10M
Pantera backs Braavos' $10M raise
Argo's $27M falls through
HUSD loses peg, down 72%.
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10/31/2022 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"BOA hiring for crypto policy/insights manager" October 30, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $20,765
Ethereum is down .5% at $1604
Binance Coin is up slightly at $312
Dogecoin. Up 17%
The Sandbox, up 15%
Judicial managers for Hodlnaut say the lender lost $189M in Terra collapse.
Genesis sees decline in loan generation.
Bakkt to take impairment loss of $1.3B.
BOA hiring for crypto policy/insights manager.
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10/30/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"FriesDAO loses $2.3M in exploit" October 29, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $20,736
Ethereum is up .5% at $1622
Binance Coin is up slightly at $301
Dogecoin Up 25%
FriesDAO loses $2.3M in exploit
VISA applies for crypto wallets, NFT, Metaverse trademarks
MakerDAO to split into smaller MetaDAOs
Blockchain association files amicus brief in Ripple case.
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10/29/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Binance's CZ confirms investment in Elon's Twitter takeover" Oct 28, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,170
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,497
Binance Coin is up slightly at $287
Binance's CZ confirms equity investment in Elon's Twitter takeover
Morgan Stanley says record 78% of bitcoin has not been used in transactions in the last six months
ThorChain halts due to bug.
Senator Elizabeth warren is asking for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to tighten rules on Zelle.
LooksRare ends artist royalties.
Stanford undergrads pick up $3.3M.
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10/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Hong Kong plans retail crypto legalization " October 27, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin up slightly at $20,609
Ethereum up .5% at $1,550
Binance Coin down slightly at $288
Kazakhstan’s central bank may trial BNB Chain for NBK CBDC.
Team Finance suffers $14.5M exploit.
Sam Bankman Fried says FTX could launch stablecoin in partnership.
Hong Kong plans retail crypto legalization
Jeffery Yass donates 100BTC to Super Pac.
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10/27/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Crypto market cap back above $1 Trillion" October 26, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,564
Ethereum is down slightly at $1523
Binance Coin is down .5% at $288
Crypto market cap back above $1 Trillion.
ZachXBT highlights new phishing scam
Merit Circle votes to burn 200M tokens.
BNB Chain introduces $10M Growth Incentive Program
UK Lawmakers vote to recognize crypto as regulated financial instrument.
Australian watchdog sues over crypto token Quoin.
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10/26/2022 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"DEX QuickSwap exploited for $220k" October 25, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,301
Ethereum is up .5% at $1347
Binance Coin is down slightly at $273
QuickSwap DEX exploited for $220k
MakerDAO will stash 1.6B USDC with Coinbase.
Alexander Höptner departs BitMEX
Cathie Wood's ARK buys more COIN
Apple doesn't budge on 30% Apple Tax
Binance's CZ says exchange is closing in on hacker.
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10/25/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"SBF says FTX will cover losses for recently phished users" October 24, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $19,379
Ethereum is down slightly at $1349
Binance Coin is down slightly at $274
Freeway halts withdrawals citing volatility and market issues
SBF says FTX will cover losses for phished users in one-time deal.
Bit2Me acquires Dekalabs
Singapore court rules NFTs are property
Ripple's Director of Engineering to leave firm.
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10/24/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Block hiring for Bitcoin mining and wallet teams" October 23, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $19,157
Ethereum is even at $1304
Binance Coin is up .5% at $269
Circle is partnering with Axelar for cross-chain USDC.
Block making strategic mining and wallet hires.
Azuki skateboards set records for most expensive skateboards sold.
3Commas and FTX say phishing led to exploits.
Aptos runs 30% on short squeeze.
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10/23/2022 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Gavin Wood steps down as CEO of Parity " October 22, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,172
Ethereum is even at $1305
Binance Coin is down slightly at $269
Hacker pulls $300K from OlympusDAO
Judge denies Nathaniel Chastain's motion to drop wire fraud case.
MakerDAO considers Coinbase Prime for chunk of USDC
Gavin Wood steps down as CEO of Parity
Prime Trust to return $17M to Celsius.
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10/22/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Interpol to offer metaverse police training" October 21, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $18,931
Ethereum is down slightly at $1274
Binance Coin is down slightly at $266
Judge rules in favor of Hodlnaut in ongoing Craig Wright trial — court takes position that Wright is not Satoshi.
Authorities in Turkey seize $40M in crypto
Interpol to offer metaverse police training
Edge capital raising $66M.
Fidelity looks to make 100 crypto hires.
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10/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"FTX's SBF pokes DeFi bear" October 20, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,224
Ethereum is up slightly at $1301
Binance Coin is up slightly at $272
Moola Market hacker takes bounty and returns 93% of funds.
SBF pokes the DeFi bear.
PancakeSwap looks to expand into Aptos
Binance's CZ says token delegation just a uniswap quirk — not a takeover.
N26 launches cryptocurrency trading.
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10/20/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"IRS expands language to include NFTs" October 19, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,158
Ethereum is down slightly at $1296
Binance Coin is up slightly at $271
IRS expands language to include NFTs
Coinbase files Amicus brief in Grayscale ETF SEC battle
NFT'd house in South Carolina sells for 175k
EU Commission warns crypto miners over looming energy grid crisis.
Stardust picks up $30M in funding.
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10/19/2022 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
"FTX US faces down with Texas watchdog" October 18, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,578
Ethereum is up slightly at $1326
Binance Coin is up .5% at $273
Do Kwon speaks on Unchained Podcast
FTX US is under investigation in Texas.
LeXpunK Army makes statements about Ooki DAO.
ChainSafe raises $18.5M Series A.
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10/18/2022 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
"MasterCard wants to be a bridge into crypto for TradFi" October 17, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $19,422
Ethereum is down slightly at $1316
Binance Coin is down slightly at $273
Australia's watchdog suspends 3 funds from Holon Investments for 21 days.
MasterCard wants to help bridge the gap for traditional firms into crypto.
Société Générale approved as Digital Asset Provider.
Celsius faces $3M in legal fees.
TempleDAO exploiter moves $2.5M through Tornado Cash
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10/17/2022 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Avraham Eisenberg claims responsibility for Mango Markets exploit" October 16, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin up .5% at $19,148
Ethereum up slightly at $1284
Binance Coin up .5% at $270
Avraham Eisenberg claims responsibility for Mango Markets exploit — calls actions 'sophisticated trading'
Brian Armstrong to sell portion of stake in Coinbase, fund science and tech research.
Roche Freeman removed from Tether/Bitfinex lawsuit.
Everyrealm speaks on Hometopia
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10/16/2022 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
"Mango Markets grants hacker $47M bounty " October 15, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,161
Ethereum is down slightly at $1286
Binance Coin is down slightly at $270
Jeremy Hunt replaces Kwasi Kwerteng as UK Finance minister.
Mango Markets grants hacker $47M bounty — the largest ever.
Wintermute pays off $96M loan to TrueFi.
Stash closes $52M debt round.
Magic Eden to make NFT artist payments optional.
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10/15/2022 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Tether strengthens reserves" October 14, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $19,625
Ethereum is down .5% at $1327
Binance Coin is down .5% at $273
Tether says they have eliminated 30B of commercial paper from its reserves
Uniswap Labs has closed a 165M series B
Binance is launching a 500M fund for bitcoin miner loans
WSJ reports NYDIG lay-offs.
blockchain.com and crypto.com will restrict Russian-related accounts
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10/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Coin Center sues Treasury Department" October 13, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $18,760
Ethereum is up slightly at $1243
Binance Coin is up .5% at $262
Crypto .com picks Paris as European HQ.
Coin Center sues Treasury Department over Tornado Cash sanctions
Copper picks up 196M in Series C
Eclipse picks up 15M in funding.
Phishers of Bored Apes indicted in Paris.
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10/13/2022 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Mango exploited for $100M" October 12, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,123
Ethereum is down slightly at $1298
Binance Coin down .5% at $271
Mango exploited for $100M
Yuga Labs to face SEC probe
Gemini steps into Europe
Bittrex fined $29M.
Step picks up $300M in debt finance.
BNB Chain executes hard fork.
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10/12/2022 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Google to work with Coinbase for some crypto payments" October 11, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $19,145
Ethereum is up .5% at $1287
Binance Coin up 1% at $272
Google to partner with Coinbase to accept crypto payments for cloud services
CNN News shuts down
FSB for G20 recommends regulating digital currencies, says stablecoins not stable.
QANplatform hacked
Portugal's crypto tax proposals
DeGods removes NFT royalties
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10/11/2022 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"Mining difficulty for BTC hits ATH" October 10, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin up slightly at $19,346
Ethereum up slightly at $1315
Binance Coin down slightly at $275
Bitcoin's mining difficulty hits ATH.
Hacker of Transit Finance sending money back after security firms tracked IP
Blockwater Technologies defaults on DeFi loan.
Justin Sun says he's not involved in Huobi bid.
Twitter personalities say former SEC boss bribed to call ETH a commodity.
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10/10/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"US/Brazil joint operation busts $768M fraud ring." October 9th, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $19,466
Ethereum is down slightly at $1324
Binance Coin down slightly at $278
OpenSea CFO steps down.
US/Brazil joint operation brings down 768M fraud ring.
Investigators say more than $4M has flowed into pro-russian groups within Ukraine.
Independent examination ordered into Celsius.
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10/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"MT GOX creditors required to register before January 10" October 8, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,541
Ethereum is up .5% at $1330
Binance Coin up .5% at $281
US Officials charge CA man with money laundering over drug-related BTC.
Dapper Labs to restrict interactions in Russia.
Stephane Gosselin co-founder of Flashbots departs company over disagreement with team.
MT GOX creditors required to register before January 10.
Huobi sells majority to Hong Kong based About Capital Management
Two GPs depart Coatue.
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10/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"BNB chain suffers exploit" October 7, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,986
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,353
Binance Coin down .5% at $284
BNB chain suffers $100M exploit
South Korean judge strikes down arrest warrant for Terraform employee
North Island gets behind Cosmos
FTX partners with Visa for debit cards in 40 countries.
Solana downtime caused by bug in code
India speaks on CBDC.
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10/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"South Korea makes 1st arrest in Terra case" October 6, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $20,244
Ethereum is up 1% at $1369
Binance Coin up slightly at $294
South Korea makes its first arrest in the Terra case.
USDC burns $9B across the last 3 months
Greenidge Generation looks to raise $20M through public stock offering.
Ben Leventhal raises $11M seed for Blackbird
Celsius’ top 3 leaders collectively cashed out $56M in crypto before firm went bankrupt.
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10/6/2022 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Prime Minister Fumio Kishida underscores Japan's interest in web3." October 5, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $20,019
Ethereum is down 1% at $1,334
Binance Coin down slightly at $292
Ray Dalio steps down from Bridgewater
3AC liquidator Teneo moves NFTs
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida highlights expansion in web3
Daniel Leon co-founder of crypto lender celsius steps aside.
Hugo Boss announces NFTs & metaverse extension
David Bowie Fewocious collab NFT sells for 127k.
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10/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Funding still flowing into web3" October 4, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,964
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,352
Binance Coin up 1% at $292
Horizon raises $40M in Series A
Golden raises $40M in Series B
Judge rules CFTC served OokiDAO correctly.
Nathaniel Chastain wants to subpoena OpenSea, strike term "insider trading" from case.
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10/4/2022 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Kim Kardashian fined $1.2M by SEC over token promotion" October 3, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $19,223
Ethereum is down slightly at $1297
Binance Coin up 1% at $286
Kim Kardashian to pay $1.2M to SEC over EMAX token promotion.
Hacker steals 21M. Returns 70%.
SushiDAO votes for new Head Chef.
NYDIG CEO on his way out.
Binance to open regional office in Kazakhstan
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10/3/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Juno picks up $18M in a Series A." October 2, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $19,191
Ethereum is up 1% at $1297
Binance Coin up 1% at $283
Juno picks up $18M in a Series A.
BlackRock designs metaverse ETF.
Celsius creditors to subpoena Equities First for money owed.
CFTC charges Digitex with illegal futures.
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10/2/2022 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Solana suffers brief outage" October 1, 2022
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,306
Ethereum is down slightly at $1325
Binance Coin down .5% at $282
US Senators introduce bill to allow crypto in 401k.
Blowfish raises 12M
WazirX is reportedly laying off 40% of staff.
Solana suffers brief outage.
Tornado Cash developer Alexey Pertsev's appeal rejected
Amber group reproduces Wintermute hack with Macbook.
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10/1/2022 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"California to allow vital records on blockchain" September 30, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,462
Ethereum is down slightly at $1333
Binance Coin down 1% at $283
Aurora pays out $2M in bug bounties.
California to allow vital records on blockchain
Uniswap looking for $100M+ at a $1B valuation.
MicroStrategy hiring DeFi-focused software engineer.
Binance opens in NZ.
DJ Seedphrase sells cryptopunk
x2y2 hits out at Tyler Hobbs
OpenSea signs deal with Warner Music Group
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,490
Ethereum is down slightly at $1337
Binance Coin down slightly at $281
Emurgo will inject $200M into Cardano's ecosystem across the next three years.
Tyler Hobbs' QQL NFT project raises $17M at mint.
Delaware DOJ issues cease and desist to 23 entities
Terraform Labs calls Kwon arrest warrant 'gross overreach'
Morgan Creek Digtal leads $10M raise for Aikon.
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9/29/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Pantera wants $1.25B for fund." September 28, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $18,972
Ethereum is down slightly at $1295
Binance Coin up slightly at $273
Celsius Network’s CEO resigns
OpenSea awards two white hat hackers with $200k in bounties.
Pantera looks to raise 1.25B for another fund.
ECB official defends Amazon's position in CBDC creation.
MPCH Labs has come out of stealth with $50M in funding.
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9/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"FTX wins bid for Voyager's assets" September 27, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,224
Ethereum is down .5% at $1386
Binance Coin down .5% at $283
Do Kwon says he's not making an effort to hide.
Art Blocks to update brand
FTX wins bid for Voyager's assets
States say Nexo is out of bounds.
Tether's auditor Friedman LLP fined $1M by the SEC.
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9/27/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Interpol Red Notice issued for Do Kwon" September 26, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $18,884
Ethereum is down slightly at $1296
Binance Coin down .5% at $272
Red Notice issued for Do Kwon.
Vanity address exploited for $1M.
Australia's CBDC pilot should finish by mid-2023.
Sifu's UwU forks off of AAVE.
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9/26/2022 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Walt Disney seeks transaction lawyer for web3" September 25, 2022
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $19,107
Ethereum is down slightly at $1328
Binance Coin up slightly at $278
Walt Disney company seeks transaction lawyer to explore emerging tech opportunities including NFTs.
CFO of Voyager throws in towel.
Brazilian Police exercise search and seizure warrants at unnamed exchanges.
Hadean raises $30M in Series A.
DARPA will research crypto with help of Inca Digital
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9/25/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"California BitLicense vetoed by governor Newsom" September 24, 2022
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,072
Ethereum is down slightly at $1328
and Binance Coin up slightly at $280
California BitLicense vetoed by governor Newsom.
AC Milan launching with MonkeyLeague.
Coinsquare and CoinSmart to merge.
Fidneza gets a whale-sized benefactor
Coinbase sued over patent.
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9/24/2022 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"UK introduces Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill " September 23, 2022
Bitcoin is down 1% at $18,846
Ethereum is down .5% at $1287
Binance Coin down .5% at $272
New England Patriots sign sponsorship deal with Chain
CFTC files lawsuit against Ooki DAO
Github restores Tornado Cash's code in read-only.
UK introduces Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill
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9/23/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"FTX wants to raise $1B at $32B valuation." September 22, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,240
Ethereum is up .5% at $1308
Binance Coin up .5% at $270
Algorand. Up 16%
Messari raises 35M series B
FTX wants to raise 1B at a 32B valuation.
Kraken's CEO Jesse Powell to step down.
Wintermute puts deadline on whitehat offer.
Helium to move to Solana blockchain after community vote
WSJ says Coinbase ran proprietary trading desk
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9/22/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Iran testing digital Rial" September 21, 2022
Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,171
Ethereum is down .5% at $1348
Binance Coin up 2% at $269
Iran to test digital Rial.
a16z leading $51M round for Sardine.
Coin98 unveils stablecoin CUSD
Revolut expands US offerings with 29 tokens.
DC Comics syncs with Funko for physical/digital release.
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9/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Saylor buys the August dip" September 20, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $19,215
Ethereum is down ,5% at $1354
Binance Coin down slightly at $269
MicroStrategy buys another 300 BTC.
Sparkster ordered to pay $35M and wind down token.
Alameda will repay $200M to Voyager.
Wintermute hacked for $160M
Nasdaq set to launch crypto custody service
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9/20/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"FT says officials want Interpol Red Notice issued for Do Kwon" September 19, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $18,746
Ethereum is up slightly at $1314
Binance Coin up slightly at $262
South Korean authorities ask Interpol for Red Notice for Do Kwon.
Ethereum Name Service says they've regained control of eth.link
Hacker/s lifts $3M from vanity wallets.
EVGA will stop making graphics cards.
SEC/Ripple call for immediate ruling.
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9/19/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Do Kwon says he's cooperating with authorities" September 18, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,911
Ethereum is down slightly at $1432
Binance Coin down .5% at $275
SEC brings lawsuit against two crypto advisory firms for misappropriation of funds.
Binance's CZ praises Biden's crypto regulation despite wider industry criticisms.
Do Kwon says he's cooperating with authorities.
Yuga Labs hires first chief gaming officer.
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9/18/2022 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Amazon at work on prototype for digital Euro" September 17, 2022
Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,811
Ethereum is down slightly at $1418
and Binance Coin down slightly at $276
Amazon working on prototype for ECB's digital euro.
Two Sigma Ventures raises $400M for two new funds.
Binance errors in favor of HNT/Mobile holders
Grayscale calls dibs on 3.1M ETHPoW tokens.
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9/17/2022 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Magna closes $15M funding round" September 16, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,854
Ethereum is down slightly at $1476
and Binance Coin down slightly at $275
EthPoW slides 60% after mainnet launches
Magna closes $15M funding round
FTX in the lead for Voyager's assets.
Investors add 74M to Valkyrie's holdings.
TrueLayer announces layoffs.
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FTX Is in the Lead to Buy Crypto Lender Voyager Digital’s Assets Out of Bankruptcy: Source
ETHPoW (ETHW) plunges over 60% a day after mainnet launch
Valkyrie raises $73.6M for crypto-focused trusts
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9/16/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"The Merge is here" September 15, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,124
Ethereum is up slightly at $1591
and Binance Coin up slightly at $275
Ethereum's merge finalized.
PredictIt sues to block CFTC mandated shutdown.
Craig Wright tells Norwegian court he broke hard drive containing private keys but wants court order to go after Satoshi's BTC.
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Craig Wright Tells Court He ‘Stomped on the Hard Drive’ Containing Satoshi Wallet Keys
Ethereum activates The Merge as it shifts to proof of stake
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9/15/2022 • 7 minutes, 7 seconds
"South Korea issues warrant for Do Kwon's arrest" September 14, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $20,096
Ethereum is down slightly at $1587
and Binance Coin down 1% at $277
BTC & cryptos slide on wider markets downturn due to CPI
South Korean courts issue warrent for Do Kwon's arrest.
BTC money laundering suspect arrested in The Netherlands
Craig Wright's lawyers say they'll not offer cryptographic proof in ongoing trial.
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9/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Starbucks announces Starbucks Odyssey — NFT based loyalty program" September 13, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $22,606
Ethereum is up slightly at $1740
and Binance Coin up .5% at $296
Ravencoin up 17%
Starbucks announces Starbucks Odyssey in partnership with Polygon.
Coinbase PM's brother pleads guilty to insider trading.
Huobi Global delists 7 privacy coins.
BitGo files $100M lawsuit against Galaxy Digital.
Fidelity eyeing bitcoin trading for retail customers.
Stone Ridge to sunset bitcoin strategy fund.
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Huobi Global to Delist DASH, DCR, FIRO, XMR, XVG, ZEC, and ZEN-Huobi Global-Official Huobi Website
Starbucks brewing revolutionary Web3 experience for its Starbucks Rewards members
BitGo on Twitter: "Late yesterday, BitGo filed a lawsuit against Galaxy Digital seeking damages of more than $100 million arising from Galaxy’s improper repudiation and intentional breach of its merger agreement with BitGo." / Twitter
First Guilty Plea in Coinbase-Related Insider Trading Charges
Fidelity to offer bitcoin trading to retail customers: Reports
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9/13/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Fireblocks reaches Centaur status" September 12, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $22,314
Ethereum is down slightly at $1746
and Binance Coin up .5% at $298
Hodlnaut vs Craig Wright in Norway
Fireblocks takes Centaur title.
The Block says Solana data suggests they're having a moment.
Square Enix will validate on Oasys.
Amber Group cuts 10% of staff.
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9/12/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"DBS acquiring land in The Sandbox" September 11, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $21,560
Ethereum is down slightly at $1767
and Binance Coin down slightly at $295
DBS is acquiring a 3x3 plot of land in The Sandbox
Algorand Foundation has $35M of exposure to troubled lender Hodlnaut
Vitalik Buterin surprises guests at Kyiv Tech Summit.
Blockchain. com to open an office in Dubai.
Paradigm says infrastructure providers should not be subject to US treasury sanctions.
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Ethereum Co-founder Vitalik Buterin Appears at Kyiv Tech Summit to Support for Ukraine
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9/11/2022 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
"MicroStrategy files to sell $500M shares — says more BTC possible." September 10, 2022
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MicroStrategy will sell $500M more shares — could buy more BTC.
Bolt walks away from $1.5B Wyre deal.
Senators ask Mark Zuckerberg for comments on crypto scams.
Quentin Tarantino & Miramax walk away from lawsuit.
Community Labs raises $30M in strategic funding.
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9/10/2022 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"FTX Ventures takes 30% stake in SkyBridge Capital" September 9, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,935
Ethereum is down slightly at $1700
and Binance Coin up slightly at $292
FTX Ventures takes 30% stake in SkyBridge Capital
DAO Maker hack funds on the move for the first time in a year.
Florida man pleads guilty to role in $100M crypto ponzi scheme.
SEC will form new office for crypto filings.
Chainalysis collaborates with US LE to recover $30M from Ronin hack.
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EmpiresX Head Trader Pleads Guilty to Global Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud Scheme that Amassed Approximately $100 Million from Investors | OPA | Department of Justice
$30 Million Seized: How the Cryptocurrency Community Is Making It Difficult for North Korean Hackers To Profit - Chainalysis
SEC to form a new office for crypto disclosures
FTX Ventures to Acquire Stake in SkyBridge Capital
Cash from 2021 DAO Maker Crypto Hack Being Mixed Through Tornado Cash
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9/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Mysten Labs closes $300M round." September 8, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,329
Ethereum is up slightly at $1637
and Binance Coin down slightly at $278
Mysten Labs secures $300M in Series B
GameStop partners with FTX.US
NBA partners with Sorare
Coinberry files suit against users over BTC.
Voyager will auction assets
Lael Brainard says crypto industry needs new regulations.
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9/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Tesseract raises $78M" September 7, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $18,735
Ethereum is up slightly at $1512
and Binance Coin up slightly at $263
Tesseract raises $78M in first funding round.
Attacker profits $370k off of flash loan attack.
Circle CEO says Binance's decision re: BUSD is good for USDC liquidity.
Kwasi Kwarteng to be the new finance minister in UK.
3AC withdraws $45M from Curve and Convex
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(1) CertiK Alert on Twitter: "#CertiKSkynetAlert🚨 CertiK Skynet has reported a #flashloan attack on #AVAX impacting contract 0xe767c... & some LPs. The attacker profited ~$370k USDC. Possible impacted protocols include: @nereusfinance @traderjoe_xyz @CurveFinance Contact us for analysis. Stay Frosty!☃️ https://t.co/bZvtgVPpl4" / Twitter
Former Revolut big cheese Alan Chang’s Tesseract raises $78m | Sifted
3AC withdraws $45 million from Curve and Convex
UK’s New PM Truss Picks Kwasi Kwarteng to Be Finance Minister
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9/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Sony Music files trademark for NFT media" September 6, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,671
Ethereum is up slightly at $1566
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Sony Music files trademark for NFT media.
Binance prioritizes BUSD on platform.
Federal Police in Australia form crypto unit.
Indian Police make arrests over $12M scam crypto scam.
Aave halts Eth lending ahead of merge.
Liz truss takes over at number 10 Downing St.
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9/6/2022 • 6 minutes, 56 seconds
"LG picks Hedera Blockchain for NFTs" September 5th, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,671
Ethereum is up slightly at $1566
and Binance Coin up slightly at $274
Poolin acknowledges liquidity trouble.
Nigeria wants to create a virtual free zone
LG picks Hedera Blockchain for NFTs
Stepn announces move to Cyberport in HK
UKs financial reporting council scrutinizes Revolut.
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NFT sneaker game maker Stepn to set up first office in Hong Kong’s government-owned Cyberport as regional headquarters | South China Morning Post
Announcement on settlement adjustment and ZERO fee promo – Poolin Help Center
UK regulators find flaws in audit of crypto-friendly neobank Revolut: FT
LG Picks Lesser-Known Hedera Blockchain for Television NFTs
A Virtual Free Zone in Africa Is Being Discussed with Binance
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9/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Responses to executive order on crypto due next week" September 4, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,805
Ethereum is up .5% at $1574
and Binance Coin up slightly at $279
BlackRock to use Kraken subsidiary for crypto offering.
CZ said Binance has identified two suspects in KyberSwap hack.
PWC Venezeula twitter hacked to promote scam.
Responses to Biden's Executive order on crypto due next week.
Vasil upgrade confirmed for Sept. 22
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9/4/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Hackers steal $180k from Bill Murray" September 3rd, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,811
Ethereum is down slightly at $1547
and Binance Coin down slightly at $276
FIFA & Algorand announce FIFA+ NFT collection.
UBS & Wealthfront part ways.
Hackers target acting icon Bill Murray.
dYdX requires liveness check for promotion
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Hacker Steals Bill Murray’s Crypto After $185K NFT Charity Auction
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9/3/2022 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Snap shutters web3 division" September 2, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,084
Ethereum is down slightly at $1590
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Compass will move 2 GA based facilites to TX.
Coinbase misprices Georgia national currency.
Snap shutters web3 division among layoffs.
Yuga Labs teases dark Koda backstory
Thailand will strengthen rules for crypto ads.
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Jake Sheinman on Twitter: "After ~4 years at @Snap, today is my last day. As a result of the company restructure, decisions were made to sunset our web3 team. The same team that I co-founded last year with other pirates who believed in digital ownership and the role that AR can play to support that. 1/2" / Twitter
Compass Mining hosting partner sites shut down in Georgia due to 50% power spike
Crypto Ads in Thailand Must Feature Clear Investment Warnings, New Regulations Require – Regulation Bitcoin News
Coinbase Users Across Georgia Milk Price Bug for 100x Profit
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9/2/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"DC AG Sues MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor Over Taxes" September 1, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,060
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,575
and Binance Coin up slightly at $278
DC attorney general sues Michael Saylor over alleged tax evasion.
Tickemaster partners with Dapper Labs' Flow for NFT tickets.
South Korean officers arrest 16 over alleged foreign exchange violations.
crypto. com withdraws from Champion's League sponsorship.
a16z wants to help solve NFT copyright issues.
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AG Karl A. Racine on Twitter: "NEW: Today, we’re suing Michael Saylor - a billionaire tech executive who has lived in the District for more than a decade but has never paid any DC income taxes - for tax fraud." / Twitter
South Korean customs officers arrest 16 people for alleged foreign exchange violations
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9/1/2022 • 6 minutes, 49 seconds
"President of Paraguay sends crypto bill back to legislators" August 31, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $20,348
Ethereum is down slightly at $1601
and Binance Coin down .5% at $287
Proof Collective picks up 50M in series A
FBI issues recommendations for DeFi investors
Paraguay's president vetos crypto proposal
X2Y2 removes artist royalties from NFT purchases.
British national faces extradition to US for his role in OneCoin scam.
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Presidencia Paraguay on Twitter: "Por Decreto N° 7692 el Poder Ejecutivo objeta totalmente el proyecto de ley que busca regular la criptominería en el país 👉 https://t.co/sDHUERhUe1 https://t.co/VpgQij4AFh" / Twitter
Cyber Criminals Increasingly Exploit Vulnerabilities in Decentralized Finance Platforms to Obtain Cryptocurrency, Causing Investors to Lose Money
X2Y2 on Twitter: "Buyers on X2Y2 can now choose the amount of royalties they would like to contribute to projects. Dominant aggregators intend to provide similar functionality in the imminent future. As such, X2Y2 would like to make sure we are ready & staying on top of market movements." / Twitter
British National Accused in OneCoin Scam Set to Face US Extradition: Report
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8/31/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"OptiFi locks $661k in USDC due to programming error" August 30, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $20,398
Ethereum is up slightly at $1586
and Binance Coin down slightly at $289
OptiFi locks 661k in USDC, will shutter.
Xterio raises 40M
Thai SEC fines Bitkub exec 235k.
Funds on the raise — DBA crypto seeks 500M. 776 seeks 177.6M.
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Galaxy and Genesis execs raising $500M crypto fund
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Game Publisher and Developer Xterio Raises $40M Led by FunPlus, FTX Ventures, Makers Fund, XPLA and More to Create the Next Great Cross-platform Web3 Franchises | Business Wire
Thai SEC Fines Bitkub Executive $235K for Insider Trading
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8/30/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Metaverse category debuts at VMA awards" August 29th, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,826
Ethereum is up slightly at $1450
and Binance Coin down slightly at $271
VMA awards feature first ever metaverse category.
BarrelDAO sells out NFT-linked Solana Summer Shandy.
AVAX slides on whistleblower's announcment.
Mysten Labs Discord hacked.
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Crypto Leaks | Ava Labs (Avalanche) attacks Solana & cons regulators in evil conspiracy with bought law firm, Roche Freedman
BarrelDAO sells out NFT-linked Solana Summer Shandy beer
Sui by Mysten Labs on Twitter: "🚨URGENT 🚨 Our Discord server has been hacked. Please do not click on any links posted in the last 8 hours. Our team is working to resolve this ASAP. Thank you for your patience." / Twitter
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8/29/2022 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Pew survey says majority of 41M Americans feel crypto has underperformed" August 28, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $20,046
Ethereum is up slightly at $1486
and Binance Coin down slightly at $279
Pew survey results.
AntPool says they won't maintain client assets on Ethereum after merge.
Grayscale unsure of alt trust regulatory certainty.
CoinSwitch Kuber cooperating with Indian Enforcement Directorate.
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Grayscale, Disclosing SEC Queries, Says Cryptos XLM, ZEC, ZEN May be Securities
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8/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Hetzner says Ethereum nodes on their cloud violate TOS" August 27, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $20,227
Ethereum is up slightly at $1505
and Binance Coin up slightly at $283
Cloud provider Hetzner says Ethereum nodes on their cloud violate TOS.
MAS asks for details from firms ahead of more regulation.
SushiSwap community votes to decrease Head Chef salary.
eth.link expires 9/5 — Virgil Griffith currently unable to renew from behind bars.
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8/27/2022 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Animoca brands Japan raises $45M" August 26, 2022
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Animoca brands Japan raises $45M at a $500M pre-money valuation
USDN slips its peg.
Zipmex appoints restructing firm.
Voyager approves $1.9M in retention bonuses amid bankruptcy.
Bitcoin Depot plans Nasdaq listing in $885M SPAC deal.
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8/26/2022 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Symbolic Capital raises $50M" August 25, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $21,749
Ethereum is up 1% at $1711
and Binance Coin up .5% at $304
New web3 fund Symbolic Capital raises $50M.
Tether says its not freezing Tornado Cash addresses until it's told.
Alchemy acquires Chainshot.
Reddit airdrops polygon-based avatars.
Afghan authorities shutter 16 crypto exchanges.
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Polygon Founder’s Crypto VC Firm Raises $50M Fund
Reddit Is Airdropping Free Polygon NFT Avatars to Its Most Hardcore Users - Decrypt
$10B crypto developer platform Alchemy buys coding bootcamp in first-ever acquisition | TechCrunch
Tether says it's not freezing Tornado Cash addresses until government tells it to
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8/25/2022 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Sotheby’s is hiring an NFT specialist" August 24, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $21,480
Ethereum is up 1% at $1655
and Binance Coin down slightly at $297
Sotheby’s is hiring an NFT specialist
The US DOJ has charged three persons in Miami with bank fraud.
Heather Morgan says crypto scams involving her likeness are unaffiliated.
YouTubers Ben Armstrong and Atozy are in a legal battle.
OSC warns against Kucoin.
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Miami Trio Charged With Defrauding Banks and Crypto Exchange of Over $4M
Crypto whale Cobie donates $100,000 to YouTuber sued by BitBoy
Arthemort on Twitter: "Achievement unlocked : first day https://t.co/n2P1SMz4fA" / Twitter
Three Members Of Miami Crew Charged With Defrauding Banks And Cryptocurrency Exchange Of More Than $4 Million | USAO-SDNY | Department of Justice
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8/24/2022 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Sudorare rugs $800k." August 23, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $21,498
Ethereum is up slightly at $1624
and Binance Coin up .5% at $299
LooksRare fork Sudorare rugs $800k.
Ready Player Me raises $56M in a series B.
Rainbow Bridge hacker loses 5 eth in attempted exploit.
Nathaniel Chastain files motion to dismiss indictment.
Crypto Punks flips BAYC.
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Sungjae on Twitter: "seems like sudorare rugged for 800k https://t.co/UkvbAskut8 https://t.co/pCCJViRHXR" / Twitter
Ready Player Me x Andreessen Horowitz: Announcing our $56M Series B
Former OpenSea employee accused of insider trading files motion to dismiss indictment
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8/23/2022 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"South Korea to tax crypto airdrops" August 22, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $21,262
Ethereum is down .5% at $1570
and Binance Coin down slightly at $296
General Bytes Bitcoin ATM machines exploited.
Hodlnaut is reportedly $193M in the red
South Korea is apparently planning to tax crypto airdrops
slowmist researcher suggest that ronin hackers converted some stolen eth to bitcoin.
sports tokens have a lift.
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South Korea To Tax Crypto Airdrop Recipients: Report
₿liteZero on Twitter: "I've been tracking the stolen funds on Ronin Bridge. I've noticed that Ronin hackers have transferred all of their funds to the bitcoin network. Most of the funds have been deposited to mixers(ChipMixer, Blender). This thread🧵 will illustrate the tracking analysis procedures.👇🏻 https://t.co/yrazcJ22xF" / Twitter
Hodlnaut reports $193 million financial shortfall as it seeks court protection
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8/22/2022 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"FTX generated more than $1B in revenue last year" August 21, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $21,250
Ethereum is down slightly at $1630
and Binance Coin down .5% at $287
FTX generated more than $1B in revenue last year.
Stephen Tual steps away from DAOs and Ethereum Community.
Voyager customers speak out against employee retention bonus.
Gnosis safe aidrops SAFE tokens to 21k users.
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8/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Market sees $210M worth of liquidations" August 20, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $21,250
Ethereum is down slightly at $1630
and Binance Coin down .5% at $287
$210M worth of liquidations yesterday.
Protests planned in Amsterdam over arrest of Alex Pertsev
Celsius says they may have enough money to make it through the end of the year.
Nigeria's CBDC tops $10M worth of transactions since October.
World's biggest companies pump $6B into blockchain firms
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Bitcoin traders hit by $210 million of long liquidations on Friday
Blockdata | Top 100 Public Companies Investing in Crypto or Blockchain Companies
#FreeAlexPertsev: Protests Planned for Amsterdam Following Tornado Cash Developer’s Arrest - 'CoinDesk' News Summary (United States) | BEAMSTART
Nigeria's CBDC eNaira records $10M in transaction since October
Bankrupt Crypto Lender Celsius Now Says It Likely Has Enough Cash to Last Through End of Year
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8/20/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Columbia to create CBDC to combat tax evasion." August 19, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $21,834
Ethereum is down slightly at $1737
and Binance Coin down slightly at $282
Singapore-based Hodlnaut applies to be placed under judicial management.
Forbes is reporting that former WeWork CEO Adam Neumann is launching a digital wallet that stores crypto.
Crypto stocks in the general market slid today in premarket.
Columbia to create CBDC to combat tax evasion.
South Korea watchdog flags 16 crypto firms for operating without the proper registrations
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Gobierno Petro buscará “la creación de una moneda digital”, confirma el director de la Dian
Former WeWork CEO Adam Neumann's New Real Estate Company Is Planning A Digital Wallet That Stores Crypto
An update on our Interim Judicial Management / Judicial Management process
Crypto Stocks Slide in Pre-Market Trading as Bitcoin Slumps to $21.6K
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8/19/2022 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"OP slides on unannounced $450M move." August 18, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $23,481
Ethereum is down slightly at $1860
and Binance Coin down .5% at $308
Paradigm is leading a $20M round for Tessera
OP moved $450M with no announcement and saw their token flash crash in response.
US DOJ extradites alleged money launderer from the Netherlands
HUSD slips peg
Robinhood decreases acquisition offer for Ziglu
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Alleged Russian Money Launderer Extradited from the Netherlands to U.S. | OPA | Department of Justice
Robinhood more than halves acquisition offer for UK fintech Ziglu
Optimism (✨🔴_🔴✨) on Twitter: "We're seeing some confusion about recent transfers of OP out of a multisig. This is expected—today we executed a series of planned standard transfers to the Coinbase Custody wallets of various investors in OP Labs PBC." / Twitter
Fractional raises $20 million to simplify joint NFT ownership, rebrands as Tessera | Fortune
Cash-Backed HUSD Stablecoin Loses Peg, Drops to $0.92
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8/18/2022 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"CoinFund launches $300M web3 fund. " August 17, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $23,619
Ethereum is down slightly at $1864
Binance Coin down .5% at $310
Eos up 18%
IRS authorized to serve a John Doe summons to the crypto dealer SFOX.
SEC files complaint against dragonchain for their unregistered ICO
crypto.com has registered with the UK financial watchdog
Coinfund has launched a 300M web3 fund
DCG registers as a lobby.
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8/17/2022 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"BitGo says they may take legal action against Galaxy Digital" August 16, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $24,017
Ethereum is up 1% at $1899
and Binance Coin up slightly at $316
Dogecoin up 15%
Coin Center is preparing a possible legal challenge for tornado cash’s sanctions.
Sudoswap has set their automated market maker royalties to 0% for NFT creators
acala stablecoin has returned near its $1 peg as the community burned the 1.2B aUSD tokens
Crypto custody firm BitGo says they may legal action against Galaxy Digital
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Analysis: What is and what is not a sanctionable entity in the Tornado Cash case - Coin Center
Acala on Twitter: "The recently passed community governance referendum has now been executed. 1,292,860,248 total erroneously minted aUSD have been returned to the honzon protocol and burned. Details in thread below ⤵" / Twitter
Crypto Custody Firm BitGo to Sue Galaxy Digital for Abandoning $1.2B Merger Agreement
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8/16/2022 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Galaxy digital abandons plans to acquire BitGo" August 15, 2022
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Galaxy digital abandons plans to acquire BitGo
Velodrome says team member stole over 350k.
Do Kwon appears in first interview since Terra collapse.
Acala stablecoin falls 99%.
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Galaxy Digitial Ends Plan to Acquire Crypto Custody Firm BitGo
Acala Stablecoin aUSD Collapses After Parachain Exploit - Crypto Briefing
(1) Velodrome (🚴,🚴) on Twitter: "An update from Velodrome on our investigation into the team wallet exploit. https://t.co/sz1ePStcT0" / Twitter
South Korean investigators 'haven’t reached out' about Terra collapse, says Do Kwon
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8/15/2022 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Tornado Cash dev arrested in Amsterdam" August 13, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $24,422
Ethereum is down slightly at $1984
and Binance Coin down slightly at $331
Announce of August 10th arrest of Tornado Cash Developer Alexey Pertsev shakes crypto world.
Binance seized $450k from Curve exploiter
CFTC accuses Ohio man of operating a $12M Bitcoin ponzi scheme.
Indian authorities freeze $46M worth of the crypto lender Vauld’s assets.
SkyNet labs to shutter.
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8/13/2022 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"BlackRock forms private trust offering direct exposure to BTC" August 11, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $24,626
Ethereum is up 1% at $1915
and Binance Coin down slightly at $330
Those are your leaders by market cap — top gainers in the last 24 hours:
celsius network up 22%
Nexo up 15%
BlackRock will offer direct exposure to BTC
Crypto exchange dYdX has blocked accounts that interacted with tornado cash.
Man in California will pay 61k in restitution for SIM swapping hack.
Merge passes Goerli.
Fixed Float says it froze 200k of stolen ether.
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8/11/2022 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Curve Finance exploited for over $500K" August 10, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $23,158
Ethereum is down slightly at $1708
and Binance Coin down .5% at $317
Troll sends blacklisted eth to crypto figures, celebrities, etc.
Phong Le comments on MicroStrategy's BTC strategy.
Nuri files for insolvency.
Curve Finance exploited for over 500K.
Blur Finance rug pull.
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8/10/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Fallout from Tornado Cash ban" August 9, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $23,256
Ethereum is down 1% at $1705
and Binance Coin down 1.5% at $317
Companies begin blocking Tornado Cash following blacklisting.
Iran makes first order to be paid in crypto.
Reserve Bank of Australia to start new CBDC pilot
Kevin Rose's Moonbirds ruffles feathers with copyright change.
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KΞVIN R◎SE (🪹,🦉) on Twitter: "1/GM. Today, we’re announcing that @moonbirds and @oddities_xyz are moving to the CC0 public license. We believe this move honors and respects the values of the internet and web3 and starts a new and important phase of the project. 🧵..." / Twitter
Infura and Alchemy are now blocking access to Tornado Cash
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8/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 49 seconds
"Santander Brazil wades into crypto trading." July 29, 2022
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Ethereum is up 1% at $1677
and Binance Coin is up 2% at $284
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Ethereum classic - up 19%
The graph up 17%
Klaytun up 15%
Babel Finance apparently lost 280M while trading customer funds.
Santander Brazil wades into crypto trading.
Sky Mavis CEO moved AXS tokens before announcing hack.
Russian paramilitary groups received 2.2M in crypto donations
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7/29/2022 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Variant has raised $450M for two new crypto-focused venture funds." July 28, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $22,862
Ethereum is down slightly at $1615
and Binance Coin is up slightly .5% at $267
Variant has raised 450M for two new venture funds.
Solana stablecoin Nirvana hit with $3.5M flash loan exploit.
Zipmex has filed for protection against creditors
Meta has reported a 2.8B loss in Q2 for metaverse division
Netflix dropped the trailer for their forthcoming documentary on John McAfee.
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PeckShieldAlert on Twitter: "#PeckShieldAlert Seems like @nirvana_fi exploited @peckshield Exploiters already bridged stolen funds to Ethereum 0xB9AE2624Ab08661F010185d72Dd506E199E67C09 https://t.co/hXWuLgnViZ" / Twitter
Variant raises $450 million for two new venture funds
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7/28/2022 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"SEC investigates Coinbase. Ark sells stake in COIN" July 27, 2022
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Pat Toomy calls out SEC & Gensler in open letter.
SEC investigates Coinbase
SushiSwap seeks new Head Chef.
Kraken is under investigation for alleged sanctions violations.
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7/27/2022 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"Tesla sells 75% of BTC holdings" July 21, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $22,636
Ethereum is up slightly at $1492
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $256
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7/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Yuga Labs loads 4k+ Voyagers into Otherside"
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $21,128
Ethereum is up 1% at $1347
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $250
Paraguay senate passes bill on mining and crypto regulation
Australian central bank representative acknowledges importance of private digital currencies at G20.
Yuga Labs loads 4k+ Voyagers into Otherside
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7/17/2022 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
"CAR set to launch Sango-Bitcoin L2." July 16, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $20,625
Ethereum is down 1% at $1202
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $235
Putin signs digital payments ban
Gilibrand receives 150k in Q2 from crypto lobbying
Congressional dems condemn crypto mining
Voyager digital schedules bankruptcy hearing for august the 4th.
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7/16/2022 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Circle details treasury reserves for USDC" July 15, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $20,738
Ethereum is down .5% at $1210
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $236
OpenSea cuts about 20% of staff
Celsius details a $1.2B gap on balance sheet in bankruptcy filing.
Circle details treasury reserves for USDC
5ire raises 100M for expansion of "sustainable blockchain"
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Celsius bankruptcy documents claim $1.2 billion balance sheet gap
(1) Devin Finzer (dfinzer.eth) on Twitter: "Today is a hard day for OpenSea, as we’re letting go of ~20% of our team. Here’s the note I shared with our team earlier this morning: https://t.co/E5k6gIegH7" / Twitter
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7/15/2022 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"3AC founders are 'failing to cooperate' with creditors." July 11, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $20,512
Ethereum is down 1% at $1143
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $231
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7/11/2022 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"Binance secures registration in Spain" July 8, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $21,441
Ethereum is up .5% at $1216
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $238
Celsius accused of fraud.
Reddit releases blockchain based 'collectible avatars'
Hidden Road announces $50M series A
Binance secures registration in Spain.
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7/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Voyager files chapter 11. Voyagers make debut to Otherside." July 7th, 2022
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Bitcoin is up up .5% at $20,472
Ethereum is up 1% at $1183
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $237
Voyager digital files for chapter 11 bankruptcy in New York
Korean startup uprise lost $20M in customer funds shorting Luna.
Yuga labs Otherside metaverse hosts test run.
Konvoy ventures has launched a 150M fund targeting web3.
Bitstamp makes a u-turn on planned fee policy.
Binance expands no-fee trading.
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7/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Bank of England calls for enhanced crypto regulation" July 5, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $19,436
Ethereum is down slightly at $1102
and Binance Coin is up .5 at $225
Coinshares has finalized their acquisition of Napoleon Asset Management.
Nexo signs due dilligence to consider acquiring Vauld.
Bank of England calls for enhanced crypto regulation.
Celsius repays their $120M stable coin debt to Maker Protocol.
000.eth sells for 300eth.
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000.eth - ENS: Ethereum Name Service | OpenSea
CoinShares acquires Napoleon Asset Managementnode:title] | ETF Express
Crypto lender Vauld offered lifeline a day after suspending withdrawals - The Washington Post
Bank of England Committee Calls for Enhanced Crypto Regulation to Limit Contagion
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7/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Central African Republic announces Sango Coin" July 4th, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 2% at $19,826
Ethereum is up 3% at $1105
and Binance Coin is up 2% at $224
Those are your leaders by market cap. Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Thorchain up 15%
Crema Finance hacked.
Central African Republic announces Sango Coin
Hackers reportedly want 10BTC for the personal records of more than 1B Chinese citizens
Vauld halts withdrawals & hires restructuring advisers.
Wonderfi closes on acquisition of Coinberry.
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WonderFi Closes Acquisition of Crypto Trading Platform Coinberry
Corporate statement | Vauld Blog: Thoughts on Crypto Investing, Lending, Borrowing & More
Hacker asks for 10 bitcoin for allegedly stolen data of a billion Chinese citizens
Sango
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7/4/2022 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Ether's average gas price lowest since 2020." July 3, 2022
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Tether reducing commercial paper holdings
CFTC sues Mirror Trading
Ether's average gas price falls to lowest since 2020
3AC's TPS capital still operational
Ignite cuts employee count in half.
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Three Arrows Paper Trail Leads to Trading Desk Obscured Via Offshore Entities
Ethereum average gas fee falls down to $1.57, the lowest since 2020
CFTC Sues Over Alleged $1.7 Billion Fraud Involving Bitcoin (BTC) - Bloomberg
Tether stance on commercial paper
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7/3/2022 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"3AC files chapter 15. Meta shutters Novi wallet." July 2, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $19,219
Ethereum is down .5% at $1046
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $215
Meta to shutter Novi Crypto wallet.
CEO of KuCoin says exchange is fine despite rumors.
3AC files chapter 15.
Sam Bankman Fried says he'll consider belagured miners to help crypto contagion.
Voyager Digitial temporarily halts trading, withdrawals, deposits.
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Johnny_KuCoin on Twitter: "Be aware of FUDs! Not sure who's spreading these sheer rumors, and what their intentions are, but #KuCoin does not have any exposure to LUNA, 3AC, Babel, etc. No “immense suffer” from any “coin collapse”, no plan to halt withdrawal, everything on KuCoin is operating well." / Twitter
Three Arrows Capital Files for Bankruptcy in New York Tied to British Virgin Islands Proceeding
After BlockFi Deal, Sam Bankman-Fried Explores Buying Distressed Crypto Miners - Bloomberg
Voyager Digital Provides Market Update
International Money Transfers & Remittances | Novi
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7/2/2022 • 6 minutes, 53 seconds
"El Salvador buys the dip " July 1, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,138
Ethereum is up .5% at $1045
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $217
Amp up 16%
DOJ charges developer of Baller Ape NFT
El Salvador buys 80 BTC
Meta rolling out NFT feature for Facebook
Greenidge air permit denited by NYDEC
FBI adds Ruja Ignatova to most wanted list.
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Justice Department Announces Enforcement Action Charging Six Individuals with Cryptocurrency Fraud Offenses in Cases Involving Over $100 Million in Intended Losses | OPA | Department of Justice
Nayib Bukele on Twitter: "El Salvador bought today 80 #BTC at $19,000 each! #Bitcoin is the future! Thank you for selling cheap 😉 https://t.co/ZHwr0Ln1Ze" / Twitter
Statement from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation on Denial of the Title V Permit Renewal for Greenidge Generation, LLC - NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation
FBI Adds OneCoin Founder Ruja Ignatova to Its Most Wanted List
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7/1/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"BVI court reportedly orders liquidation of 3AC" June 29, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $19,850
Ethereum is down 1% at $1085
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $217
BVI court reportedly orders liquidation of 3AC
Customs officers in Argentina seize $21M in crypto mining equipment.
CEO and CFO of Compass mining resign.
Montana storm takes out Marathon mining infrastructure.
Cypherpunk Holdings sells off btc and eth.
Links:
Crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital plunges into liquidation | Business News | Sky News
Cypherpunk Holdings Announces Corporate Update
Marathon Digital Holdings Provides Update on Its Bitcoin Mining Operations in Montana
Compass Mining CEO and CFO resign as company cites 'multiple setbacks and disappointments'
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6/29/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Kaiko raises $53M series B" June 28, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $20,996
Ethereum is up .5% at $1222
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $239
Harmony attacker moving funds
Two arrested after plotting to hold someone hostage for BTC in NY state.
Robinhood price jumps on rumors of FTX acquisition
Alan Howard's Geometry emerges from stealth
Yuga Labs files lawsuit over copycats
Kaiko raises 53M series B
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Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX Is Seeking a Path to Buy Robinhood (HOOD) - Bloomberg
Two charged for alleged plan to steal tens of millions of dollars in bitcoin from New York home
Harmony 💙 on Twitter: "1/ We are aware the hacker has begun to move funds through Tornado Cash. The team is working with two highly reputable blockchain tracing and analysis partners, and collaborating with the FBI as part of an investigation into this criminal act. 🧵" / Twitter
Crypto Data Company Kaiko Raises $53 Million During Market Rout - Bloomberg
Alan Howard-Backed Cryptography Investor Geometry Emerges From Stealth
The Bored Ape Gazette🍌 on Twitter: "https://t.co/ZgZEbk6lTC" / Twitter
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6/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Coinbase shares down 5% on Goldman Sachs downgrade" June 27, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $21,280
Ethereum is down 1% at $1220
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $238
Stacks up 16%
Goldman Sachs is reportedly raising $2B from investors to buy distressed assets from Celsius
Shares in Coinbase are down 5% in premarket trading
Voyager Digital issues default notice against 3AC.
FlowDesk raises 30M to expand market making services
XCarnival Hacker returns half of stolen Eth.
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Flowdesk, the French Digital Asset Financial Technology Provider, Raises $30 Million to Expand Its Infrastructure and Trading Platform | Business Wire
Voyager Digital issues default notice against Three Arrows Capital
Goldman Sachs Leading Investor Group to Buy Celsius Assets: Sources
Tal Be'ery on Twitter: "1/8 Update 🧵: The hacker accepted the offer and returned ~ half of the funds to @XCarnival_Lab. Some of the negotiations (the victim to attacker side) is visible on the blockchain! Including the "bounty" offer going up from initial $300K to $1.8M https://t.co/iWLDyp15Gl" / Twitter
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6/27/2022 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Ronaldo signs NFT deal with Binance." June 24, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $21,129
Ethereum is up 2% at $1195
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $236
Polygon up 16%
Frax up 22%
Solana Labs is launching a mobile phone.
Cristiano Ronaldo signs multi-year NFT deal with Binance
Bitcoin miner Aspen Creek Digital opens facility in Colorado
Harmony's cross-chain bridge exploited for $100M
Funds from AnubisDAO exploit on the move for the first time in 8 months.
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PeckShieldAlert on Twitter: "#PeckShieldAlert PeckShield has detected @AnubisDAO rug pullers just transferred ~97 $ETH to 0x07002d0212e3d40a6e17773460579d694100b7f4 @AnubisDAO rugged ~$58m in October 2021. https://t.co/2N5LO6ECtq" / Twitter
(1) Harmony 💙 on Twitter: "1/ The Harmony team has identified a theft occurring this morning on the Horizon bridge amounting to approx. $100MM. We have begun working with national authorities and forensic specialists to identify the culprit and retrieve the stolen funds. More 🧵" / Twitter
(1) Cristiano Ronaldo on Twitter: "Proud to be partnering with @binance Together we’ll give you the opportunity to own an iconic piece of sports history. I’m excited to take this journey with all of you. Let’s change the NFT game with #Binance. https://t.co/SNSCMHggct" / Twitter
Solana launches web3-focused smartphone Saga to improve crypto-mobile relationship | TechCrunch
Bitcoin miner Aspen Creek Digital opens 6-megawatt facility in Colorado
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6/24/2022 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Doodles taps Pharrell as chief brand officer." June 23, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $20,577
Ethereum is up slightly at $1107
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $225
Polygon up 23%
Ebay has acquired the NFT marketplace KnownOrigin
NFT project Doodles has tapped Pharrell as chief brand officer.
NHL signs deal with NFT platform Sweet
Gucci links with SuperRareDao
Voyager cuts daily withdrawal limit to $10k from $25k
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6/23/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Tech giants announce Metaverse Standards Forum" June 22, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $20,426
Ethereum is up slightly 2% at $1092
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $215
Tech giants announce Metaverse Standards Forum
BlockFi picks up $250M in bailout from FTX.
Bitfarms sells 3k BTC
Tether to launch GBPT stablecoin pegged to British pound.
Binance raising $50M
Moonpay launches HyperMint
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Zac Prince on Twitter: "Today @BlockFi signed a term sheet with @FTX_Official to secure a $250M revolving credit facility providing us with access to capital that further bolsters our balance sheet and platform strength." / Twitter
Meta and Microsoft team up to create metaverse standards; Apple, Google sit out | Ars Technica
Binance.US Targeting $50M Follow-On Raise at $4.5B Valuation
Bitfarms sells 3K bitcoins to improve liquidity amid 'extreme volatility' (NASDAQ:BITF) | Seeking Alpha
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6/22/2022 • 7 minutes, 4 seconds
"BIS says 'anything crypto can do, CBDCs can do better" June 21, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 2% at $20,852
Ethereum is down 2% at $1137
and Binance Coin is down 1.5% at $219
Waves, up 19%
Zilliqa up 20%
BIS addresses CBDCs and crypto
Solend Whale moves funds
Ukraine sells dontated cryptopunk for $100k
Deutsche Börse signs deal with Kaiko
Cloudflare web outage ripples into exchanges
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Deutsche Börse Xetra - Deutsche Börse partners with Kaiko to extend its market data offering in the crypto sector
CBDCs, Not Crypto, Will Be Cornerstone of Future Monetary System, BIS Says
Cloudflare Status - Cloudflare Service Issues
Alex Bornyakov on Twitter: "Breaking news on crypto donations: #CryptoPunk #5364 has been sold for 90 ETH. It's over $100K. Few months ago this NFT was donated for @_AidForUkraine fund. Crypto community continues to support Ukraine." / Twitter
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6/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Solend overturns controversial vote" June 20, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $20,636
Ethereum is down 1% at $1142
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $214
Avalanche, up 16%
Maker up 18%
Aave up 20%
Solend vote chaos
Noah Davis joins Yuga Labs
Elon says he'll continue supporting Doge
Michelle Bond — head of ADAM to run for congress.
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6/20/2022 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"BTC slips below 20k. FTX acquires Bitvo." June 18, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $19,161
Ethereum is up slightly at $1000
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $202
Meta launches Avatar Store with Balenciaga, Prada and Thom Browne.
Decentraland DAO votes to give Decentraland Games a $1M grant in MANA.
FTX acquires Bitvo
Immutable launches 500M venture fund for web3
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Immutable Launches $500 Million Developer and Venture Investment Fund to Accelerate Adoption of Web3 Games and Projects
FTX Acquires Alberta-Based Restricted Dealer to Expand Canadian Presence
Meta is launching an avatar store, and designer clothes are the first products - The Verge
Decentraland DAO votes to give Decentral Games $1 million grant
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6/18/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Circle announces euro-backed stablecoin" June 17, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $20,938
Ethereum is down 1% at $1090
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $217
Elon Musk named in class action lawsuit over Dogecoin
Babel Finance suspends client withdrawals
3AC has been liquidated by FTX, Deribit and BitMEX according to the Block
Bitso passes $1B in crypto remittances
Circle announces euro-backed stablecoin
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6/17/2022 • 7 minutes, 2 seconds
"Inverse Finance exploited" June 16, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $21,094
Ethereum is down 1.5% at $1113
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $216
BitMEX co-founder Ben Delo faces 30 months probation
Inverse Finance exploited for $1.2M
MetaMask & Phantom vulnerability patched
Manhattan Landlord to re-list building NFT after ETH price sags.
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Halborn MetaMask “Demonic” Vulnerability Discovery
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6/16/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"NFTPort raises $26M series A while the market continues downward pressures." June 15, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 3% at $21,114
Ethereum is up 5% at $1112
and Binance Coin is up 3% at $212
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $22,149
Ethereum is up 2% at $1200
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $222
Helium up 22%
Theta Network up 16%
Bitcoin SV up 15%
ScienceMagic.studios raises $10M
Lacoste drops NFTs
Binance pauses BTC withdrawals
Microstrategy down $1B in unrealized losses
Head of UK Central bank gloats over crypto downturn
Job cuts hit Coinbase, BlockFi, crypto .com
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6/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Crypto market cap sinks below $1T. Celsius halts withdrawals ." June 13, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 2% at $23,517
Ethereum is down 3% at $1196
and Binance Coin is down 2.5% at $218
Major cryptos down double digits across 24 hours.
Celsius halts withdrawals
Tron DAO Reserve ready to deploy $2B for USDD.
Class action lawsuit against binance.us over Terra.
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6/13/2022 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"AMEX introduces their first crypto rewards card" June 12, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $27,446
Ethereum is up .5% at $1468
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $258
Coinhouse raises $40M
Coinbase CEO responds to employee criticism
AMEX introduces first crypto rewards card
BlockFi hires lobbyists
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6/12/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Jack Dorsey & TBD announce intentions for web5 " June 11, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $28,792
Ethereum is up slightly at $1585
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $279
Jack Dorsey & TBD announce intentions for web5
Hacker of 20 million OP tokens returns 17 million, keeps 2 million as bounty.
Seth Green re-purchases his stolen Bored Ape for 300k.
Coin Center sues US Treasury over unconstitutional tax reporting.
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6/11/2022 • 7 minutes, 5 seconds
"Jay-Z & Jack Dorsey launch Bitcoin Academy in Brooklyn" June 10, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,092
Ethereum is up slightly at $1775
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $290
Terra luna classic, up 56%
IoTeX up 22%
SEC investigates terraform labs
Jay-Z & Jack Dorsey launch Bitcoin Academy in Brooklyn
Mastercard announces partnership with NFT gateways
PartyDAO raises $16.4m in a round led by a16z.
Bloomberg expands terminal data coverage from 10 cryptos to 50.
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6/10/2022 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Ethereum Ropsten testnet completes merge" June 9, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $30,301
Ethereum is down slightly at $1805
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $290
Coinbase to make a strategic investment in Zipmex
Ethereum Ropsten testnet completes merge
FireStake admits to draining two million of the 5M that was exploited from Osmosis
20M OP tokens sniped from Wintermute
Greenidge Generation mined 195 bitcoin in May
NYDFS issues stablecoin guidance.
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Industry Letter - June 8, 2022: Guidance on the Issuance of U.S. Dollar-Backed Stablecoins | Department of Financial Services
A Message to the Community from the Optimism Foundation
FireStake | Validator on Twitter: "in the process, we managed to convert $226 USD to ~$2M. We were thinking about our family's future, and not the future of our community. Shortly after doing so, we stressed throughout the night about how we can set things right. We’re currently working with the Osmosis team..." / Twitter
Coinbase to make strategic investment in Zipmex following acquisition talks
Ethereum’s Ropsten Testnet Has Completed Its Merge
Bitfly (@etherchain_org) / Twitter
Greenidge Generation Provides May 2022 Operational Update
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6/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 53 seconds
"Yuga finally deletes infinite ape code." June 8, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $30,392
Ethereum is up slightly at $1806
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $290
Theta Network up 15%
Yuga Labs removes infinite ape code.
Solana has set up a 100M fund for Korean crypto startups
PayPal has converted its conditional virtual currency license to a full bitlicense.
Aurora labs pays $6M bounty to a white hat
Osmosis exploited for up to $5M.
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EmperorTomatoKetchup on Twitter: "@Blockworks_ The contract owner has now been burned. While we’d been meaning to do this for a long time, we hadn't out of an abundance of caution. Felt comfortable doing it now. All done. In lay terms: The issue flagged in this article is now impossible." / Twitter
Osmosis 🧪 on Twitter: "Liquidity pools were NOT "completely drained". Devs are fixing the bug, scoping the size of losses (likely in the range of ~$5M), and working on recovery. More info to come." / Twitter
PayPal Converts Conditional Virtual Currency License to Full BitLicense
Solana launches $100M investment and grant fund for South Korean web3 startups | TechCrunch
Aurora Labs pays $6 million reward to hacker who saved 70,000 ETH from getting stolen
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6/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"SEC investigating Binance's BNB token." June 7, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $29,527
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,753
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $276
IRA Financial Trust suing Gemini.
US Senators introduce full version of crypto regulation bill.
SEC investigating Binance's BNB token.
Pintu closes $113M Series B.
Alan Howard backs Navigate.
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Amid crypto turmoil, senators propose sweeping oversight - The Washington Post
Crypto Exchange Platform Binance Investigated by SEC Over BNB Token - Bloomberg
IRA Financial Trust Brings Lawsuit Against Gemini Trust Company Alleging Crypto Exchange Security Failures
Indonesian crypto trading app Pintu scores $113M Series B | TechCrunch
Alan Howard invests in Polygon-based web3 data startup Navigate
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6/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"White House to issue report on crypto mining." June 6, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $31,427
Ethereum is up slightly at $1911
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $307
Helium up 15%
Jack Ma’s Ant Group launches digital bank in Singapore.
White House to issue report on crypto mining.
Lithuania puts together crypto licensing regime.
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ANEXT Bank Soft Launches Today As Singapore’s Newest Digital Wholesale Bank | Business Wire
Crypto Miners’ Energy, Climate Costs Draw White House Scrutiny
Antsy Lithuania Latest to Anticipate EU Crypto Law With One of Its Own
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6/6/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Some NFTs lost in BAYC Discord hack." June 5, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $29,668
Ethereum is up .5% at $1784
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $296
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IOTEX up 18%
BAYC Discord hacked.
CFTC says consumers lost over $1B to fraud involving crypto last year.
Abu Dhabi to give free crypto domains to all women who live and work in the capital.
MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor says zoom out.
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MicroStrategy CEO Saylor says bitcoin’s near-term volatility largely irrelevant
Abu Dhabi Investment Office and Access Abu Dhabi Team Up with Unstoppable Domains to Give All Women in the UAE Capital Free Crypto, NFT and Blockchain Domains
OKHotshot on Twitter: "🚨BAYC & OtherSide discords got compromised‼️ Seems because Community Manager @BorisVagner got his account breached, which let the scammers execute their phishing attack. Over 145E in was stolen Proper permissions could prevent this https://t.co/lCl2DfZQ0W" / Twitter
New Analysis Finds Consumers Reported Losing More than $1 Billion in Cryptocurrency to Scams since 2021 | Federal Trade Commission
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6/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
"FTX launches FTX Japan." June 4, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,623
Ethereum is down .5% at $1765
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $298
The Graph up 15%
Central African Republic announces plans to tokenize the country’s minerals.
FTX launches a licensed crypto exchange service in Japan
Binance Labs has lost two veteran employees
Ethereum mining revenues fell across the month of May
Bermuda is still building crypto destination despite downturn.
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Faustin-Archange Touadéra on Twitter: "The next step for us, the Central African Republic is the democratization & tokenization of resources, a new chapter with tremendous possibilities. This #vision & strategy will open unique #opportunities for #investors #worldwide. #CAR #RCA https://t.co/v7mzlsUeTw" / Twitter
FTX Launches FTX Japan to Service Japanese Market
Binance Labs loses top two executives
May by the numbers: A look at crypto exchange volumes, open interest, and miner revenue
Bermuda Doubles Down on Crypto Despite Recent Market Turmoil - WSJ
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6/4/2022 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
"NY Senate passes moratorium on new carbon-based PoW mining" June 3, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,745
Ethereum is down slightly at $1770
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $297
Voyager Token up 21%
New York Senate passes bill imposing moratorium on all-new proof of work crypto mining in the state.
Japan passes stablecoin bill to ensure redemption at face value
Coinbase extends hiring freeze.
CFTC accuses Gemini of making misleading statements related to Bitcoin futures product.
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CFTC Charges Gemini Trust Company for Making Material False or Misleading Statements and Omissions to the Commission | CFTC
Update on Hiring Plans. By L.J Brock, Chief People Officer | by Coinbase | Jun, 2022 | The Coinbase Blog
New York Senate passes moratorium on proof-of-work mining
Japan Passes Crypto Stablecoin Bill That Enshrines Investor Protection - Bloomberg
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6/3/2022 • 7 minutes, 8 seconds
"Kanye files for Yeezus NFT trademarks." June 2, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $30,149
Ethereum is up .5% at $1837
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $305
Golem up 16%
A grand jury indicts former head of product at OpenSea Nathaniel Chastain over insider trading.
Kanye West files for NFT trademark applications
Chipotle to accept crypto
Sam Bankman-Fried signs billionaires' giving pledge.
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Former Employee Of NFT Marketplace Charged In First Ever Digital Asset Insider Trading Scheme | USAO-SDNY | Department of Justice
Kanye West's Yeezus files for NFT trademarks
Chipotle Lovers Can Now Buy Burritos With Bitcoin and Ether
SBF on Twitter: "I'm excited and honored to sign the Giving Pledge: https://t.co/9Z6eTdR1a0" / Twitter
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6/2/2022 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Binance raises new $500M investment fund " June 1st, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $31,572
Ethereum is up slightly at $1937
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $316
NuCypher up 100%
Voyager Token up 56%
Keep Network up 30%
Binance raises new 500M investment fund
Akatsuki announces a $20M Web3 fund
Prada has announced a collection of NFTs
Optimism launches governance token OP
Polygon increases KYC scrutiny for investments in India.
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Binance Labs Closes $500M Investment Fund to Boost Blockchain, Web3, and Value-Building Technologies | Binance Blog
Exclusive: Japanese gamemaker Akatsuki launches $20m fund to back Web3 projects in Asia
Prada Timecapsule | PRADA
Optimism (✨🔴_🔴✨) on Twitter: "Sup sleuths—as you might have guessed, OP Drop #1 launches today. We have NOT officially announced yet, but we’re already experiencing an all-time high demand. We knew everyone would be excited, but holy cow—y’all just couldn’t wait for #OPSummer." / Twitter
Polygon Increases KYC Scrutiny of Potential Investments and Grants in India
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6/1/2022 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Singapore announces plans to research DeFi on public blockchains." May 31st, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $31,736
Ethereum is up slightly at $1976
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $320
Cardano up 25%
Axie infinity up 25%
Aave up 17%
Singapore's MAS announces plans to research use cases for DeFi on public blockchains.
Terra’s Mirror Protocol suffered a 90M exploit
Korean prosecutors launch official investigation of TerraUSD.
B2B buy now pay later solution Mondu has raised 43M
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FatMan on Twitter: "Two coffees later, as I was about to give up, I found this. Hold on... What's going on here? A single transaction from October 2021 unlocking one position over and over again - and it actually executed. Here's the transaction: https://t.co/2pbiwqKWNT (9/12) https://t.co/lklZHIYQqV" / Twitter
MONDU funding announcement | LinkedIn
[Exclusive] Summoning all staff of 'Luna Terra'... Full-scale investigation begins | JTBC News
Singapore regulator announces plans to explore blockchain use cases
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5/31/2022 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"Terra 2.0 goes live" May 28, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $28,835
Ethereum is up 1% at $1776
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $303
Terra 2.0 has gone live with a luna 2.0 airdrop.
Solana’s blockchain clock falls behind world clock
Huobi acquires latin american exchange Bitex
One River’s Carbon Neutral Bitcoin ETF rejected by the SEC
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5/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"STEPN to discontinue gameplay in China" May 27 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $28,876
Ethereum is down 1% at $1767
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $298
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Winter Has Arrived in the South: LatAm Unicorns Vtex and Bitso Make Layoffs
Terra governance system passes plan to burn 1.3 billion UST tokens
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5/27/2022 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"100M crypto-focused fund emerges from stealth " May 26, 2022
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Tether launches MXNT — peso-pegged stable coin.
AI-based NFT collection by Refik Anadol sells for $6.2M.
$100M fund founded by ex-binance executives comes out of stealth
29 Moonbirds valued at 1.5M phished.
CryptoPunks drops below 100k
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$700,000 USD). ➼ I've done my best to find out what happened on-chain and retrieved as much info as I can. Follow along with what I found 🧵👇 https://t.co/lXRw6fgcCl" / Twitter" rel="nofollow">Andeh #OnChain on Twitter: "🚨Community Scam Alert @p2peers 🚨 ➼ https://t.co/9cTRutiMbm was used by scammer (@Dvincent_) today to steal 29 MOONBIRD NFTS (>$700,000 USD). ➼ I've done my best to find out what happened on-chain and retrieved as much info as I can. Follow along with what I found 🧵👇 https://t.co/lXRw6fgcCl" / Twitter
Tether Launches Tokens Pegged to the Mexican Peso on Ethereum, Tron, and Polygon – Altcoins Bitcoin News
$100 million fund founded by ex-Binance execs comes out of stealth
Refik Anadol’s NFT displayed on LG’s OLED screen sold for $6.2M < #BIZ < 기사본문 - 스마트타임스
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5/26/2022 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"a16z launches 4.5B crypto fund IV" May 25, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $29,413
Ethereum is down slightly at $1943
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $321
a16z launches 4.5B crypto fund IV
MSTR trading down with the wider market — lowest since November 2020
Seth Green's phished BAYC NFT was tied to a show.
Do Kwon’s controversial plan to repurpose the terra blockchain has passed in an on-chain vote.
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Terra Station
Actor Seth Green is on Twitter trying to reclaim a stolen Bored Ape
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5/25/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Coinbase makes Fortune 500 list" May 24, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $29,210
Ethereum is down 1% at $1959
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $321
Police in Korea ask exchanges to freeze Luna Foundation Guard assets.
Coinbase added to Fortune 500 list.
Optimism removes 17k addresses from airdrop eligible list.
Central African Republic teases Project Sango.
Lockheed Martin is working with the Filecoin foundation to for open-source blockchain network in space.
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Coinbase is the first cryptocurrency company to break into the Fortune 500 | Fortune
Optimism (✨🔴_🔴✨) on Twitter: "Optimism is for the people, not the sybils. We’ve been carefully analyzing OP Airdrop #1 for sybil attackers that slipped through the cracks. We’re happy to announce that we’ve removed an additional 17k sybil addresses and recovered over 14 million OP. Bye bye sybils! https://t.co/XfWTcOFXEa" / Twitter
Central African Republic teases 'Project Sango' crypto hub
South Korean police request to freeze LFG assets (Cryptocurrency:UST-USD) | Seeking Alpha
Lockheed Martin, Filecoin Foundation to Explore Hosting Blockchain Nodes in Space
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5/24/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Gamestop unveils crypto and NFT wallet." May 23rd 2022
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Gamestop unveils crypto and NFT wallet.
Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Trust is establishing a digital asset custodian
Sparkster which fundraised in 2018 has converted 22M in Ether to USDC. Community calls for blacklist.
Protego Trust bank has quietly raised 70M
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5/23/2022 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Ehrsam, Paradigm Buy the Coinbase Dip." May 22, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,922
Ethereum is up slightly at $2022
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $318
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Do Kwon 🌕 on Twitter: "@FatManTerra @Sarahparker45 @gregosuri We have no outstanding tax liabilities in Korea The NTS did conduct a tax audit across all the major crypto cos with a presence in Korea and applied Korean tax code to foreign mother companies, and every company ended up paying as a result - we paid in full Not unique to TFL" / Twitter
Crypto assets are ‘worth nothing,’ says ECB’s Christine Lagarde – POLITICO
Samuel Bankman-Fried Gave $16 Million to Super PACs in April - Bloomberg
BEEPLE Twitter account hacked to share Louis Vuitton phishing link
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5/22/2022 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Wormhole pays $10M bug bounty" May 21, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $29,287
Ethereum is up slightly at $1970
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $307
Wormhole pays a $10M bug bounty to a white hat.
Swiss luxury watch maker TAG Heuer will now accept cryptocurrency through BitPay
Explosion at Blockfusion facility disables some miners.
Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes avoids hard jail time — will do 2 yrs probation.
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Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes Sentenced to 2 Years Probation
Bit Digital, Inc. Announces Interruptions To Certain Hosting Partners’ Operations - Bit Digital
Wormhole Uninitialized Proxy Bugfix Review | by Immunefi | Immunefi | May, 2022 | Medium
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5/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
"Shopify expands crypto payment options for merchants" May 20, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $30,339
Ethereum is up slightly at $2048
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $314
Shopify expands crypto payment options with a passthrough to crypto.com.
The CFTC charges two men with running a $44M crypto Ponzi scheme.
Chicago is encouraging vaccinated teens to mint NFTs of themselves
OpenSea has disabled a bored ape sale during an ongoing legal case.
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Bored Ape Yacht Club | OpenSea
CFTC Charges 2 Men With Running a $44M Crypto Ponzi Scheme
Crypto.com Brings Crypto.com Pay to All Shopify Merchants
Chicago’s Vaccinated Teens Who Joined Face Forward Project Can Have Portraits Minted as NFTs
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5/20/2022 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
"a16z launches $600M gaming industry fund" May 19, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $29,402
Ethereum is up 1% at $1953
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $299
A16z launches a $600M fund focused on the gaming industry.
UST bag holders and cash-outs come forward.
South Korea re-instates "Grim Reaper" Financial Crimes unit to look at Terraform Labs.
Miners in new York state face down regulatory uncertainty.
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GAMES FUND ONE: Building the Future of Games | Andreessen Horowitz
GameFi firm Azra Games raises $15 million in seed funding led by a16z
Joey Krug on Twitter: "@fintechfrank We managed that position down over time as it became increasingly profitable/large, in order to maintain a diversified portfolio. We initially invested in LUNA because of the progress we saw in developer adoption, the payments usage, and the broader ecosystem being built on Terra" / Twitter
[단독] 한동훈이 되살린 '여의도 저승사자' 1호 수사 루나 | SBS 뉴스
New York Bitcoin Miners Start to Give Up on State Amid Regulatory Uncertainty
Learnings From Last Week - Delphi Digital
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5/19/2022 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Robinhood to launch Metamask competitor" May 18th, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $29,772
Ethereum is down slightly at $2026
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $300
Major law firm LKB & Partners have decided to sue Do Kwon on behalf of investors who lost out on UST.
Nansen acquires DeFi investment tracker Ape Board.
Robinhood set to launch new DeFi wallet to rival Metamask
Ledger set to add a browser extension to connect their hardware to web3 apps
Over 5k Eth from the ronin bridge are on the move
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5/18/2022 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"China still #2 in global mining power" May 17, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $30,290
Ethereum is down slightly at $2079
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $305
Revolut's Nik Stronsky launches QuantumLight — an AI led VC fund.
Politicians in south Korea call for Do Kwon to attend a hearing related to TerraUSD’s collapse.
The Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance says China still #2 in mining power.
Spotify trials NFTs on platform
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Bitcoin mining – an (un)surprising resurgence? - News & insight - Cambridge Judge Business School
South Korean politician calls for hearing on Terra crisis
Revolut’s Billionaire Founder Nik Storonsky To Launch AI-Led Venture Capital Fund
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5/17/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"LFG provides answers about funds in question — used to defend the peg." May 16, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $29,845
Ethereum is down 1% at $2028
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $299
Luna Foundation Guard publishes detailed breakdown of the 3B in funds they spent trying to defend the UST peg & Luna.
Grayscale investments is set to list its first ETF in Europe.
President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador says 44 countries will visit El Salvador to discuss Bitcoin.
The CEO of the EminiFX trading platform arrested by FBI, charged with fraud.
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CEO Of Cryptocurrency And Forex Trading Platform Charged With Fraudulent Scheme Involving Over $59 Million | USAO-SDNY | Department of Justice
LFG | Luna Foundation Guard on Twitter: "1/ As of Saturday, May 7, 2022, the Luna Foundation Guard held a reserve consisting of the following assets: · 80,394 $BTC · 39,914 $BNB · 26,281,671 $USDT · 23,555,590 $USDC · 1,973,554 $AVAX · 697,344 $UST · 1,691,261 $LUNA" / Twitter
Nayib Bukele on Twitter: "Tomorrow, 32 central banks and 12 financial authorities (44 countries) will meet in El Salvador to discuss financial inclusion, digital economy, banking the unbanked, the #Bitcoin rollout and its benefits in our country." / Twitter
Grayscale Investments Lists First ETF in Europe
Binance's LUNA investment, which peaked at $1.6 billion, now worth just $3,000
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5/16/2022 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Community asks where 1.2B in BTC reserves went from Terra's LFG" May 14, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $38,997
Ethereum is down slightly at $1979
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $278
Popular crypto sites hit with phishing attack.
Emirates airline is employing bitcoin as a payment service
Nomura has started offering Bitcoin OTC derivatives in Asia
LFG hasn't answered about the 1.2B in BTC reserves that are unaccounted for. Do Kwon promises answers soon.
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Dubai airline Emirates embraces digital currencies and metaverse to attract new customers
SEC seeks additional comments on WisdomTree's Bitcoin ETF proposal
Nomura on Twitter: "We have launched #Bitcoin OTC #derivatives with Bitcoin non-deliverable forwards and non-deliverable options for clients in #Asia out of Singapore. We also executed our first Bitcoin #futures and #options trades this week on @CMEGroup with @CumberlandSays. https://t.co/1ZBkNUXivP" / Twitter
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5/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Terra halted, some exchanges delist Luna & UST." May 13, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $30,638
Ethereum is up 1.5% at $2116
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $308
Cardano up 30%
Solana up 24%
XRP up 23%
Terra halts for 9 hours. Luna and UST hit lows — delisted by some major exchanges.
QuickNode acquires NFT analytics platform Icy Tools.
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LEADING BLOCKCHAIN INFRASTRUCTURE PROVIDER QUICKNODE ACQUIRES LEADING NFT ANALYTICS PLATFORM ICY.TOOLS
Celsius pulled half a billion dollars out of Anchor Protocol amid Terra chaos
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5/13/2022 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"Crypto Market Cap Sags 16%" May 12, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $27,868
Ethereum is down 1.5% at $1913
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $267
Tether lost its $1 peg briefly overnight amid a wider market slide that saw the crypto market cap drop 16%.
Coinbase stock falls in post-market trading. ARK buys 500k shares.
Lighthouse Labs has raised $7M in a seed round.
FTX.US has applied for a trust charter in New York.
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5/12/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"UST falls to record lows, Luna plunges." May 11, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $31,627
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,417
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $306
UST falls to record lows among wider market fall — Luna plunges.
a16z backs co:create
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5/11/2022 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"UST turbulence in focus amid wider market volatility" May 10, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $31,633
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,403
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $325
UST depegs to record lows — recovers.
El Salvador buys 500 more BTC.
Arianee raises $21M to bring luxury NFTs into the metaverse
Azuki founder Zagabond tweets about other project history.
Chile says digital peso would need to work offline
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5/10/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Stablecoin UST briefly loses peg" May 9, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $32,961
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,398
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $331
Stablecoin UST briefly loses peg over weekend.
Bankless Crypto has been banned from YouTube without notice.
India’s GST Council mulls proposal to impose 28% tax on all crypto
UK police say crypto muggings are on the rise.
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Gst Council To Consider Levying 28% Gst On Cryptocurrencies
‘Crypto muggings’: thieves in London target digital investors by taking phones | Cryptocurrencies | The Guardian
Luna Foundation Guard says it will lend out $1.5 billion in BTC and UST to defend stablecoin peg
Bankless 🏴 the UNBANNED on Twitter: "🚨🚨🚨 The Bankless @YouTube account 'has been terminated' 🪓 No warning. No notification. No justification 150,000 subs 10,000+ hours of content Hey @YouTube, our community would like a word! RETWEET to let YouTube hear you: It’s not okay to ban crypto content https://t.co/MJQ4MGwtYD" / Twitter
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5/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Meta plans NFT pilot. Nvidia settles charges with the SEC." May 8, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $34,695
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,568
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $357
Julian Sawyer appears to step down as CEO of Bitstamp.
Meta plans NFT pilot.
Nvidia settles charges with the SEC
Under Armour will drop NFTs with Steph Curry
Pangea picks up 85M in funding.
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SEC.gov | SEC Charges NVIDIA Corporation with Inadequate Disclosures about Impact of Cryptomining
Under Armour to mint NBA Warriors' Stephen Curry-inspired NFTs
(1) Julian Sawyer (@julian_sawyer) / Twitter
Crypto Wunderkinds Secure $85 Million to Start Own Hedge Fund Pangea - Bloomberg — Strategy is to focus on three to seven proven tokens
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5/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"NY Senate committee will not consider moratorium on NY mining." May 7, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $36,007
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,685
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $374
NY Senate committee will not consider New York moratorium on mining in this session.
US offers $15M in rewards to catch Conti cyber criminals.
Google is building a web3 team
US ads blender to North Korea sanctions list.
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5/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Block sees $1.73B in bitcoin sales via cash app in Q1" May 6, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $36,020
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,702
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $377
OpenSea’s Discord was apparently hacked to promote a scam NFT pass
Block reports $1.73B in bitcoin sales via cash app
Copy-paste error sees $3M of Juno tokens sent to inaccessible address.
US Court orders BitMex founders to pay $30M.
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PeckShieldAlert on Twitter: "#PeckShieldAlert #phishing @opensea discord is exploited, youtubenft[.]art is the phishing site. Do *NOT* fall prey to it! https://t.co/rjqMpTnpjW" / Twitter
Block reports $1.73 billion in bitcoin sales via Cash App during Q1 2022
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5/6/2022 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Gucci to accept crypto in flagship US stores" May 5, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $39,507
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,931
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $405
Waves, up 17%
Zilliqa up 26%
Binance & Sequoia among slew of investors backing Elon's Twitter takeover
Gucci to accept crypto in flagship US stores.
Starbucks announces NFT collections, hints at Digital Community Web3 platform
California Gov. signs exec order re: crypto regulation
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Starbucks: We're creating the digital Third Place
California governor signs executive order to create a crypto framework
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5/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Elon Musk uploads stock BAYC collage as PFP" May 4, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $38,984
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,865
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $390
Curve, up 15%
Ryan Carson, Ex Moonbird COO sees $40M worth of commitments to NFT fund: 121G.
MicroStrategy says it might explore more yield generation opportunities for BTC.
Fitness club Equinox to accept crypto payments in New York.
Elon Musk changed his twitter pfp to a stock photo of bored apes.
Argo Blockchain has borrowed $70M From NYDIG.
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5/4/2022 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"Algorand to be official blockchain of World Cup 2022" May 3, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $38,447
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,835
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $387
Algorand, up 20%
Helium up 19%
Arweave up 17%
Algorand to be official blockchain of World Cup 2022
Two banks in Argentina have added crypto trading to their platforms.
Square Enix sells off $300M in IP to invest in blockchain & AI.
VanEck is launching a collection of 1,000 NFTs.
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5/3/2022 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"Wikipedia association stops accepting donations in crypto." May 2, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $38,453
Ethereum is down .5% at $2,790
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $384
Solana struggled with uptime on Saturday night — down for 7hrs.
Otherside land sale sells out — causes gas war on Ethereum network.
Wikipedia association to stop accepting crypto donations.
crypto.com cuts card rewards significantly.
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Otherside land NFTs sell out in hours as Yuga Labs rakes in $317 million
Wikipedia to Stop Accepting Crypto Donations on Environmental, Other Grounds
Crypto.com Visa Cards Update
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5/2/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"ApeCoin oscillates ahead of Otherside debut" April 30, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $38,575
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,831
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $397
Uma up 18%
Lux real estate developer Damac to accept crypto payments in the UAE
Ape Tokens lost about 36M in liquidations.
Saddle Finance exploited for $10M
Panama Assembly passes bill to permit the use of crypto assets.
ENS NFTs fllip BAYC by volume.
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4/30/2022 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Labor department raises concerns re: Fidelity’s 401k bitcoin plans" April 29, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $39,733
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,925
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $404
Goldman Sachs has made its first Bitcoin backed loan
Yuga Labs’ Otherside land sale scraps plans for a dutch style auction in favor of flat fee.
Binance has closed several accounts of individuals with links to the Russian government
The labor department raises concerns re: Fidelity’s 401k bitcoin plans
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Dutch auctions are actually bullshit — Otherside
Russia Sanctions: Binance Blocks Accounts Tied to Relatives of Kremlin Officials - Bloomberg
Labor Department has 'grave concerns' over Fidelity's 401(k) bitcoin plans
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4/29/2022 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"Deus Finance exploited for $13M." April 28, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $39,799
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,930
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $405
OneFootball has raised $300M in their series D round.
Deus Finance exploited for $13M.
Meta says their metaverse unit Reality Labs lost $2.9B in Q1 2022
Edward Snowden was a part of the core group ceremony that launched Zcash.
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4/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Central African Republic adopts Bitcoin as legal tender." April 27, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $39,085
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,895
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $391
OpenSea acquires NFT aggregator GEM
City of Fort Worth Texas votes to become a bitcoin miner
The New York Assembly has passed a two-year crypto mining moratorium bill on carbon-fuled mines.
Central African Republic adopts Bitcoin as legal tender. .
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4/27/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Moonbird record. BAYC hack." April 26, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $40,475
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,001
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $400
Dogecoin, up 15%
The Graph up 15%
Moonbird #2642 sets records — selling for for 350Eth on OpenSea.
Bored Ape Yacht Club Instagram was hacked yesterday.
Meta opening brick-and-mortar stores.
Doge was up on Elon’s Twitter takeover
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4/26/2022 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Kraken licensed by Abu Dhabi Global Market." April 25, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $38,824
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,862
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $392
Kraken granted license to operate in Abu Dhabi.
New crypto ETFs debut in Australia.
Macron comments on digital Euro, regulation.
Ethereum's PoS switch drives down price of GPUs
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4/25/2022 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Compass to sell 30M worth of mining equipment in Siberia due to sanctions." April 24, 2022
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Crypto.com Supports MIT Digital Currency Initiative with Gift to Assist Independent Research and Cryptocurrency Development
Stripe to Let Clients Make Payments in USDC Stablecoin via Polygon – Starting With Twitter
Spruce Raises $34M to Unbundle the Login for a User-Controlled Web
A16z Forms Crypto Research and Coding Unit to Help Web 3 Startups
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4/24/2022 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Lawmakers in New York want to make rug pulls a crime." April 23, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $39,573
Ethereum is down 2% at $2,954
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $404
Coinbase stock hit an all-time low during yesterday’s trading
AkuDreams suffers griefing exploit — sees $34M locked up.
Lawmakers in New York want to make rug pulls a crime.
Bitcoin seized by feds will repay Ross Ulbricht's $183M debt.
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NY State Senate Bill S8839: Crypto Fraud
Foobar on Twitter: $34M locked?
Coinbase stock slides to all-time low amid NFT marketplace beta rollout
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4/23/2022 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Binance seizes $5.8M from Axie Infinity hackers." April 22, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $40,535
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,011
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $411
Binance seizes $5.8M linked to the Axie Infinity hack.
OpenSea suspends trading of the Sands Vegas Casino Club NFTs
Ukraine’s central bank has banned crypto purchases in local currency.
A man in New York has been arrested for crypto mining fraud.
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Ukraine's Central Bank Bans Crypto Purchases in Local Currency
OpenSea Stops Gambling Apes NFT Trading | PYMNTS.com
CZ 🔶 Binance on Twitter: "The DPRK hacking group started to move their Axie Infinity stolen funds today. Part of it made to Binance, spread across over 86 accounts. $5.8M has been recovered. We done this many times for other projects in the past too. Stay #SAFU." / Twitter
Man Charged With Defrauding Customers Who Sought To Buy Cryptocurrency-Mining Computers And Miner-Hosting Services | USAO-SDNY | Department of Justice
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4/22/2022 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"US Treasury sanctions Russian crypto miners." April 21, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,535
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,158
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $425
Neutrino Dollar, up 16%
IoTeX up 15%
Limewire raises $10.4M in a private token sale
US Treasury issues sanctions against Russian crypto miners.
Binance and CZ have emoji faux-pas.
Coinbase is reportedly in talks to acquire the Turkish crypto exchange BtcTurk.
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LimeWire raises $10 million in private token sale to grow music-linked NFT platform
Russia-related Designations and Designation Update; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses | U.S. Department of the Treasury
Binance on Twitter: "Well that was obviously really embarrassing. We’re not sure how that emoji got through several layers of review without anyone noticing, but we immediately flagged the issue, pulled it down, and the new emoji design is being rolled out as we speak." / Twitter
Coinbase in Talks to Acquire BtcTurk for About $3.2B: Report
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4/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Robinhood plans to acquire crypto wallet & card startup Ziglu" April 20, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $42,124
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,156
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $428
Immutable X, up 16%
Robinhood signs to acquire the crypto wallet and card startup Ziglu
IMF issues report calling for coordinated efforts and capital controls for crypto
Binance acquires money transmitter license in Puerto Rico.
Solana DeFi Protocol Delta One has raised $9.1m to offer crypto yield farming.
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Solana DeFi Protocol Delta One Raises $9.1M to Offer Crypto Yield Farming
IMF Report | April 2022
Robinhood Acquires Crypto App Ziglu
Binance.US obtains money transmitter license in Puerto Rico
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4/20/2022 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"CoinDCX raises 135M in series D with 2.15B valuation" April 19, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $40,907
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,059
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $418
CoinDCX has raised 135M in a series D
Bitfinex suspends trading after users report issues.
The Sandbox wants 400M at a 4B valuation.
Moonbirds' buzzy debut.
UST rises to third position for stablecoins.
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CoinDCX raises $135 million, now valued at $2.15 billion
Bitfinex on Twitter: "We are investigating issues with the platform and have to temporarily halt trading. We will keep everyone updated on here and our status page https://t.co/82DW9ZUwkC as we know more. We apologise for the inconvenience." / Twitter
SoftBank-Backed Game Platform Sandbox Seeks Funds at $4 Billion Value: Sources - Bloomberg
Terra’s LUNA Surges 17% as UST Becomes Third Largest Stablecoin
Moonbirds: The official PROOF PFP
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4/19/2022 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"Beanstalk exploited for over $180M" April 18, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $39,310
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,939
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $405
Beanstalk exploited for over $180M
Gulf Energy makes strategic investment in Binance.US and BNB
Louis Vuitton releasing new NFTs
Canada’s WonderFi has announced an intention to acquire the Coinberry Crypto
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4/18/2022 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"European Commission hearing public comments on digital Euro until June 15" April 17, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $40,405
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,048
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $414
2TM plans to launch quantitative trading service.
Judge orders SEC to produce materials related to the Hinman speech in ongoing Ripple battle.
European Commission has received about 10k public comments so far on the digital euro.
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4/17/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Tornado Cash to block sanctioned addresses" April 16, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $40,470
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,045
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $416
Tornado Cash to block sanctioned addresses.
President Biden nominates former Ripple advisor Michael Barr as Fed regulator.
Terraform labs has given $820M in Luna tokens to the Luna Foundation Guard.
Emirates plans NFTs and expanded activity in metaverse
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Emirates to launch NFTs and experiences in the metaverse
Terra (UST) 🌍 Powered by LUNA 🌕 on Twitter: "TFL has gifted an additional 10 million $LUNA to the @LFG_org. https://t.co/tNirkgGGm0" / Twitter
Statement from President Biden on His Intent to Nominate Michael Barr to Serve as Vice Chair for Supervision of the Federal Reserve | The White House
Ethereum mixer Tornado Cash blocks sanctioned addresses from its frontend
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4/16/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
Meta will charge Horizon Worlds creators sale fees of up to 47.5%
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $40,187
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,021
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $416
US officials say North Korea’s Lazarus hackers are the ones responsible for the Ronin blockchain
MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor tells shareholders BTC as reserve is a success.
Central Bank of Portugal grants country’s first crypto license to a bank.
Meta allows digital sales on Horizon — will take half of creators profits in fees.
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Registration of virtual assets service providers | Banco de Portugal
US government connects North Korean hacking group with last month's $600 million Ronin exploit
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4/15/2022 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
"blockchain.com sponsors Dallas Cowboys" April 14, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $41,189
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,090
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $420
Thorchain. Up 17%
Blockchain. com sponsors the Dallas Cowboys NFL team.
Jack Dorsey's first tweet returns to the auction block.
Regulators in Texas and Alabama block sales of Cyprus-based Sand Vegas Casino Club NFTs.
Class action lawsuit levied against Uniswap Labs.
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4/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Reaching for the MoonPay" April 13, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $39,792
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,017
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $413
MoonPay’s Series A round saw 87M in funds from over 60 celebrities
Nexo has partnered with Mastercard to offer a crypto-backed card with no selling of digital assets.
Funds from The Ronin exploit are on the move.
Binance announces a 100M Euro investment in France.
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4/13/2022 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"FTX's co-CEO launches new $4M PAC ahead of midterms" April 12, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $40,415
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,047
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $412
Coinbase to produce trilogy of bored ape movies
NBA is dives deeper into web3 with series of trademarks
Mastercard has filed for more than a dozen metaverse and crypto trademarks
FTX’s co-CEO Ryan Salame is launching a new 4M republican political action committee ahead of midterm elections
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Bored Apes Go Hollywood With Coinbase-Produced Movie Trilogy
WIPO Global Brand Database — NBA filings
Mastercard files for more than a dozen metaverse and crypto trademarks
Crypto's campaign year - POLITICO
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4/12/2022 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"LFG picks up $173M more BTC" April 11, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $41,019
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,041
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $403
Crypto exchange traffic increased in March.
Multiple Indian political and governmental entities had their Twitter accounts compromised.
The Luna Foundation Guard picks up $173M more in Bitcoin.
US Senate republicans issue policy paper on crypto.
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Crypto's campaign year - POLITICO
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4/11/2022 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"Appeal in Wright vs. Kleiman case" April 10, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,559
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,243
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $423
New York senate gives more budget to NYDFS for crypto oversight.
Motus Capital launches.
Coinbase disables Unified Payments Interface in India in the face of regulatory pressure.
David Kleiman estate appeals december Craig Wright verdict.
Links:
Former Citigroup Executives Seek $100 Million for Crypto Hedge Funds - Bloomberg
Self-proclaimed bitcoin inventor's award worth $47 bln challenged by ex-partner's estate | Reuters
Coinbase India UPI Payments: Regulatory heat forces Coinbase to halt UPI payments in just three days
New York Senate Authorizes NYDFS to 'Assess' Crypto Companies
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4/10/2022 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Blockstream and Block to deploy solar-powered bitcoin mining center with Tesla tech" April 9, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,459
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,207
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $426
Blockstream and Block will partner with Tesla to launch a bitcoin mining center powered by Tesla batteries and solar tech.
Bitstamp focuses on underserved traders in the market.
Applied blockchain files for $60M nasdaq IPO.
Binance picks head of FCA as its global director of regulatory policy.
Links:
Block and Blockstream are partnering with Tesla on an off-grid, solar-powered Bitcoin mine in Texas - The Verge
Bitstamp sees opportunity in 'underserved' next wave of crypto investors
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Binance Recruits Senior FCA Official • AmkNews - AMKNews
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4/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Strike announces partnership with Shopify, Blackhawk Network and NCR at Bitcoin conference" April 8, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $43,345
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,261
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $428
Strike’s CEO announced a partnership with Shopify, Blackhawk Network, and NCR at the Miami Bitcoin
Robinhood’s activates crypto wallet for 2 million eligible customers.
Wyre has been acquired by Bolt in a deal valued around $1.5B
Improbable raises $150M to build an interoperable metaverse network.
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Bolt to Acquire Wyre, Accelerating Mainstream Adoption of Cryptocurrency
Robinhood Releases Crypto Wallet to 2M Users, Plans Integration With Bitcoin Lightning Network
Strike CEO Jack Mallers announces Shopify partnership, new payment network
Improbable Raises US$150m to Establish M² (MSquared), a Metaverse Network and Ecosystem Powered by Its Morpheus Technology | Business Wire
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4/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Binance US closes seed round with $4.5B valuation" April 7, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $43,803
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,256
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $435
Binance US closes first funding round for over $200M.
ESPN signs deal with Tom Brady’s NFT Platform Autograph
US house introduces bill to mitigate the risks from El Salvador’s adoption of bitcoin.
A Bored Ape holder loses NFTs in fake trade to a scammer.
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Binance.US raises over $200 million at a $4.5 billion pre-money valuation
ESPN Signs First-Ever NFT Deal with Autograph
quit.pcc.eth on Twitter: "Today, bored ape holder "s27" lost their bubble gum ape and matching mutants ($567k at current floors) in an instant. This is a thread on how it happened, and how to prevent something similar from happening to you. 1/🧵" / Twitter
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4/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Luna Foundation Guard buys another $230M of BTC." April 6, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $44,902
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,311
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $436
Sky Mavis has raised $150M to reimburse victims of Ronin hack.
Marathon Digital Holdings will move its bitcoin miners from a coal-powered facility in Montana to a more sustainable location.
The Luna Foundation Guard picks up another $230M in bitcoin.
Hivemapper has raised $18M in a series A.
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Marathon to move from coal-powered plant
Sky Mavis Raises $150M Led By Binance, Funds to be Restored on the Ronin Bridge
Do Kwon 🌕 on Twitter: "Today I: - Watered my plants - Wrote some emails - Bought 230M in $BTC - vacuumed the house - had some mcdonalds Now off to walk the dog 🤝" / Twitter
Hivemapper raises $18 million to create decentralized mapping network
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4/6/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"German authorities shut Russian darknet site Hydra Market." April 5, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $46,768
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,528
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $458
Celo, up 23%
Audius up 15%
German authorities shutter the Russian darknet site Hydra Market.
US seizes $34M in crypto from darknet operator in south Florida.
SEC chair Gary Gensler calls for more regulation on stablecoins & DeFi.
OpenZepplin details $15B vulnerability in Convex Finance.
Links:
$15 Billion Rugpull Vulnerability in Convex Finance protocol Uncovered and Resolved - OpenZeppelin blog
United States Forfeits Millions in Cryptocurrency Used to Launder Illicit Dark Web Proceeds | USAO-SDFL | Department of Justice
German Authorities Shut Down Russian Darknet Market, Seize $25M in Bitcoin
SEC chair Gensler calls for more regulation on stablecoins and crypto firms' custody, market-making arms
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4/5/2022 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Coinbase looks to hire 1000 employees in India" April 4, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $46,166
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,479
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $446
Coinbase is looking to hire 1,000 people in India.
Oklahoma considering legislation to incentivize bitcoin miners
Officials in Turkey seek 40,000-year sentence for former CEO of Thodex.
BitMEX is laying off 75 employees after bank acquisitions fall through.
Links:
Turkey Seeks 40,000 Years of Jail Time for Missing Crypto CEO - Bloomberg
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Lighting Up The Map: How Coinbase Plans To Scale Globally | by Coinbase | Feb, 2022 | The Coinbase Blog
BitMEX lays off 75 employees after bank acquisition collapses
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4/4/2022 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Inverse Finance loses $15M in exploit " April 3, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $46,160
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,482
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $443
1 in 5 Americans has used, invested in, or traded cryptocurrency according to small NBC poll.
PrimeBlock is planning to go public via a 1.25B SPAC.
Inverse Finance loses 15M in exploit
CleanSpark pens deal to expand its Texas mining capacity by up to 500MW.
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PeckShield Inc. on Twitter: "Hi, @InverseFinance, you may want to take a look: https://t.co/KHHWAozWj1" / Twitter
Bitcoin miner PrimeBlock to go public via $1.25 bln SPAC deal | Reuters
Cryptocurrency news: 21% of adults have traded or used crypto, NBC poll shows
CleanSpark inks deal to expand Texas mining capacity by up to 500 megawatts
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4/3/2022 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"OpenSea introduces credit card option on platform" April 2, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $46,478
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,488
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $427
The graph up 15%
Convex finance up 19%
The CME Group looking at futures options for Solana's SOL and Cardano's ADA
Dev's tighten security following Ronin's 600M exploit.
OpenSea introduces credit card options for platform.
Fractal has picked up 35M in seed funding.
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4/2/2022 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
"Buenos Aires announces digital identity platform workstream" April 1, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $45,009
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,284
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $427
IOST up 24%
Bored Ape Yacht Club discord briefly hacked
Elizabeth Warren says its go time for US CBDC.
Ex-OpenSea executive Nate Chastain raising money for new NFT platform.
Buenos Aires is working on a digital identity platform
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Elizabeth Warren Calls for US to Create a CBDC
OpenSea Exec Who Quit After ‘Insider Trading’ Scandal Is Back With NFT Platform
Bored Ape Yacht Club on Twitter: "STAY SAFE. Do not mint anything from any Discord right now. A webhook in our Discord was briefly compromised. We caught it immediately but please know: we are not doing any April Fools stealth mints / airdrops etc. Other Discords are also being attacked right now." / Twitter
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4/1/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Shib the Metaverse details revealed" March 31, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $47,179
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,407
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $445
IOST up 38%
Skale Network up 29%
Zilliqa up 20%
Shib Developers announce Shib the Metaverse
Zilliqa's Metapolis causes value to soar.
blockchain.com hits $14B valuation.
Phishing attacks from Twitter grab over $900k of NFTs from victims.
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3/31/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Ronin exploited for $600M" March 30, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $47,351
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,409
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $439
Zilliqa up 54%
Aave up 17%
Axie Infinity’s Ethereum side chain exploited
Michael Saylor & Macrostrategy take out $205M loan to buy more bitcoin.
Greenpeace launches "Change the Code not the climate" campaign.
FCA to extend temporary registration deadline for select crypto firms.
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3/30/2022 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"SEC proposal threatens DeFi" March 29, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $48,047
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,478
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $441
Waves up 56%
Thorchain up 17%
Chiliz up 17%
Lawmakers in the US introduce an ECASH bill.
SEC proposal threatens DeFi with re-defining terms.
WisdomTree launches crypto ETPs for Solana, Cardano, and polkadot in Europe.
Hashdex hires European director
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_gabrielShapir0 on Twitter: "it's an all-out shadow attack on decentralized finance" / Twitter
A new bill would launch a large-scale test of digital dollars - The Verge
WisdomTree Launches Crypto ETPs for Solana, Cardano, Polkadot in Europe
Brazil’s Hashdex hires Europe director to lead expansion
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3/29/2022 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Greenidge secures $100 million to triple hashrate." March 28, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $47,274
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,343
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $435
Filecoin up 33%
VeChain up 20%
EOS up 19%
ApeCoin's rise liquidates 4.5M in futures contracts.
Coindesk eyeing acquisition of 2TM & Mercado Bitcoin.
BNB Chain to launch sidechains.
Wirex withdraws from FCA’s temporary register.
Greenidge Generation Holdings secures $100 million to triple hashrate
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3/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"White House requests public comments on crypto energy use/environmental impact. " March 27, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightluy at $44,679
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,148
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $414
VeChain up 24%
Avalanche is launching a 100M creator fund
Binance has doubled down on ultiverse with extra 5M
Madonna enters the metaverse with BAYC.
Exxon mobile pilots project for mining with wasted flare gas.
White House asks for public comments on crypto’s energy use and environmental impact.
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Avalanche launches $100 million creator fund with Grimes and web3 platform Op3n
Exxon (XOM) Weighs Taking Gas-to-Bitcoin Pilot to Four Countries - Bloomberg
Madonna on Instagram: “I finally entered the MetaVerse…,………..My very own Ape! What should I name her ? 🦧 Thanks @moonpay 🪄 We all need protection from Evil Eye. 🧿”
Binance doubles down on Ultiverse with another $5 million investment
Federal Register :: Request for Information on the Energy and Climate Implications of Digital Assets
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3/27/2022 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"DCR offline for the next week — see you on the 27th" March 18, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $40,465
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,801
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $386
DCR will be offline next week. See you soon.
Unknown investor borrows 5 bored apes from a vault to claim 1.1M of the recently dropped APEcoin.
GameStop moving ahead with their planned NFT platform
Argentina’s government is working on a nearly $45 billion debt restructuring deal with IMF — will disavow crypto.
Meta Platforms and Meta Platforms Ireland facebook’s parent company is being sued by the ACCC over crypto ads.
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GameStop to launch NFT platform by end of Q2
Someone borrowed 5 Bored Apes to claim $1.1 million of APE tokens
ACCC takes action over alleged misleading conduct by Meta for publishing scam celebrity crypto ads on Facebook | ACCC
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3/18/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Ukraine signs virtual assets bill into law" March 17, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $41,032
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,800
and Binance Coin is up 2% at $392
Avalanche up 15%
Thorchain up 18%
Cake up 24%
Ukraine signs virtual assets bill into law
Mark Zuckerberg confirms Instagram NFTs
Lava Labs raises $10M series-A
Block invests in challenger bank Kyash.
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3/17/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Yuga Labs plots virtual world" March 16, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $40,466
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,678
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $376
Digital bits up 20%
HSBC joins the sandbox
Yuga Labs is planning to launch a virtual world ft. land sales and an APECoin token as currency.
DeFi protocols Agave and Hundred Finance exploited on the Gnosis chain
DeFi analytics firm Treehouse lands $18M in seed funding.
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3/16/2022 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Kazakhstan mining crackdown leads to more US dominance" March 15, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $38,813
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,544
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $366
energy usage in Kazakhstan has caused 106 more crypto mines to close
Police in Shanghai have cracked down on a $16M online pyramid scheme
Binance has picked up a go ahead from the government in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Larva Labs treasure hunt yields Meebit and eth for 3 friends.
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Shanghai Police Bust $16M Crypto Pyramid Scheme
Crypto Exchange FTX Wins License, Plans Regional HQ in Dubai - Bloomberg
(1) Andrew Badr on Twitter: "This is the story of how @larvalabs, the creators Cryptopunks, hid a secret NFT prize almost a year ago—and how a couple friends and I recently solved the puzzle to claim it." / Twitter
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3/15/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Japan sets penalties for sanctions violations" March 14, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $38,778
Ethereum is down .5% at $2,572
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $367
Ukraine releases details about raising funds selling NFTs
Japan sets penalties on crypto exchanges for violating sanctions against Russia
Mila Kunis backed TV show "The Gimmicks" hands control over to NFT holders
Solana based NFT marketplace Magic Eden has raised a 27M series A.
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Ukraine to launch NFT to mark history of Russian invasion | Ukraine | The Guardian
Japan urges crypto exchanges to comply with Russia sanctions
Solana-Based NFT Marketplace Magic Eden Raises $27M Series A
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3/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"EU once again eyeing legislation around POW currencies" March 13, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $38,483
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,539
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $368
EU once again eyeing legislation around POW currencies
LootLARP is placing NFTs into physical objects
Ukraine gives more details on what crypto donations have helped supply.
Princeton alumni launch $20M research project on DLT and decentralized power.
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Venture Forward gift launches initiative on blockchain and decentralization of power
Limiting Proof-of-Work Crypto Back on the Table as EU Parliament Prepares Virtual Currencies Vote
Ukraine turns crypto donations into 5,550 bulletproof vests, 500 helmets and more
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3/13/2022 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Yuga Labs buys CryptoPunks and Meebits from Larva Labs" March 12, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $39,207
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,592
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $377
Yuga Labs buys CryptoPunks and Meebits from Larva Labs
US Treasury Department issues guidance on sanctions evasion using crypto.
Jack Dorsey’s Block wallet will have a fingerprint sensor, not a screen
New York based hedge fund Fir Tree capital has reportedly shorted Tether.
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Hedge Fund Fir Tree Bets Big With Short of Stablecoin Tether - Bloomberg
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $39,577
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,638
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $374
Stacks up 32%
10M Ether is now locked into the Eth 2.0 staking contract
OnlyFans has donated 500Eth to UkraineDAO
The US DOL cautions retirement plans from offering crypto in their 401k plans
StarkWare is raising funds with a 6B valuation
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Compliance Assistance Release No. 2022-01 | U.S. Department of Labor
OnlyFans Donated 500 ETH to DAO Supporting Ukraine
10M Ether Now Locked on Eth 2.0 Staking Contract
StarkWare set to hit $6 billion valuation in new funding round | Ctech
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3/11/2022 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Crypto-friendly Yoon Suk-yeol wins South Korea's presidential election" March 10, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $39,295
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,604
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $372
OMG Network up 17%
Mir Coin up 16%
Cake DeFi launches a $100M venture fund
Santander is set to offer loans secured by grain-based crypto tokens in Argentina.
Month over month Web traffic to crypto exchanges fell 20% in February.
Crypto-friendly candidate Yoon Suk-yeol wins bid for SK Presidency.
SoftBank plans NFT marketplace.
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Monthly web traffic to crypto exchanges fell by 20% in February
South Korea: Conservative candidate Yoon Suk-yeol elected president - BBC News
SoftBank Internet Arm Plans NFT Mall to Grow Global Footprint - Bloomberg
Fintech Platform Cake DeFi Creates $100M Venture Capital Arm
Así es la primera experiencia mundial que ofrece préstamos garantizados con criptoactivos - Post by Santander
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3/10/2022 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"White House confirms details around executive order" March 9, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $41,845
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,735
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $394
Terra up 20%
Waves up 20%
Monero up 16%
Dubai adopts initial crypto legal framework and announces creation of a regulatory and licensing authority.
White House confirms details around Biden’s planned executive order on digital assets.
LimeWire is plots comeback as web3 NFT marketplace.
DOJ charges three men for an alleged $40M crypto investment fraud.
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Owners and Operators of Online Cryptocurrency Companies Indicted for Defrauding Investors | USAO-EDNY | Department of Justice
LimeWire announces comeback as web3 NFT marketplace
Here's what's in Biden's executive order on crypto
Statement about the Regulatory and Supervisory Framework to assure AML/CFT Compliance across Virtual Assets in the UAE | News | Media Center | Securities and Commodities Authority
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3/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Biden reportedly planning to sign executive order on crypto" March 8, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $38,840
Ethereum is down .5% at $2,574
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $384
Immutable X up 27%
Golem up 22%
Waves up 15%
Biden is reportedly planning to sign an executive order on crypto
The World of Women NFT project teams up with The Sandbox
Coinbase said its currently blocking 25k crypto addresses linked to Russia
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Using Crypto Tech to Promote Sanctions Compliance | by Coinbase | Mar, 2022 | The Coinbase Blog
World of Women Teams Up With The Sandbox for $25M Inclusivity Push
Biden to order studies on regulating, issuing cryptocurrency -source | Reuters
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3/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"FTX announces launch into Europe " March 7, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $38,701
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,580
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $379
Metis up 19%
Prolific DeFi developer Andre Cronje has wrapped up his time in DeFi causing ex-projects to slide.
FTX announces launch into Europe
Binance restores service in Europe
The Philippines central bank is launching a CBCD research effort.
Brantley Millegan to stay on as a director of the ENS foundation after a vote to oust him fails.
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ENS proposal: [EP6.1] [Social] Removal of Brantly Millegan as Director of The ENS Foundation
Dozens of Tokens Tumble as Prolific Developer Andre Cronje Calls It Quits
FTX Continues Global Expansion with the Establishment of FTX Europe
Binance Fully Reopens EUR and GBP Bank Transfer via SEPA and Faster Payments | Binance Support
Philippines central bank to launch CBDC research effort
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3/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Visa and Mastercard join PayPal in Russia Ban" March 6, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $38,509
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,618
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $376
Mir coin up 28%
Paypal, Visa and Mastercard have all suspended operations in Russia
A bug in Convex Finance caused the CVX token to drop.
Brazil’s central bank has picked nine CBDC projects for next step in innovation challenge.
Genesis digital assets plans a 100% clean energy mining center in Sweden.
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3/6/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Mickey Mantle baseball card NFT sells for 471k in OpenSea auction" March 5, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $39,015
Ethereum is down .5% at $2,646
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $379
Mir Coin up 36%
Anchor Protocol up 19%
Revolut is banning transfers in Russia and Belarus
CVS has filed for trademark on NFTs and health services in virtual and augmented reality.
Shake Shack is offering customers crypto rewards through Cash App.
A Mickey Mantle baseball card NFT has sold for 471k in an OpenSea auction
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Healthcare giant CVS files for NFTs and virtual goods trademark
Shake Shack Tests Bitcoin Rewards to Lure Younger Consumers - WSJ
Russian-born Revolut boss denounces war in Ukraine
Mickey Mantle Baseball Card NFT Sells for $471K in OpenSea Auction
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3/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Sanctions affect Metamask/Opensea users"
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $41,494
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,724
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $395
Golem up 15%
Infura infrastructure affects Metamask/OpenSea users.
Circle delays DeFi API product.
Manchester City inks sponsorship deal with crypto exchange OKX.
Alan Howard leads $7.5M raise for French DeFi platform Nested.
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Manchester City Announces Official Cryptocurrency Exchange
Why Infura cannot serve certain areas – MetaMask
Circle delays its DeFi API product, citing need for regulatory guidance
Infura on Twitter: "In response to the concerns we have been hearing, we want everyone to know that we corrected the problem that so many of you have pointed out. In changing some configurations as a result of the new sanctions directives from the United States and other jurisdictions, we" / Twitter
MetaMask 🦊💙 on Twitter: "MetaMask is a client-side wallet that strives to make the blockchain maximally accessible to everyone. Infura had a misconfiguration this morning, but it has been corrected now." / Twitter
Alan Howard leads $7.5 million raise into DeFi trading platform Nested
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3/4/2022 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Ukraine cancels airdrop, will pivot to NFTs " March 3, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $43,594
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,916
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $411
Anchor Protocol up 19%
Frax Share up 15%
Ukraine has cancelled their recently announced airdrop
Russia sanctions may mean tougher Fed stance on crypto.
Billboard and Universal Music Group partner for NFT project: ChartStars.
Pantera capital is leading a $10M investment round in Rarify
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Monetary Policy and the State of the Economy | U.S. House Committee on Financial Services
Pantera Capital Leads $10M Investment in NFT Infrastructure Startup Rarify
Billboard and Universal Music Group partner to launch NFT project
Mykhailo Fedorov on Twitter: "After careful consideration we decided to cancel airdrop. Every day there are more and more people willing to help Ukraine to fight back the agression. Instead, we will announce NFTs to support Ukrainian Armed Forces soon. We DO NOT HAVE any plans to issue any fungible tokens" / Twitter
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3/3/2022 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Ukraine promises airdrop following crypto donations" March 2, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $43,973
Ethereum is down .5% at $2,983
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $411
Convex Finance up 24%
Render Token up 15%
The Advertising Standards Authority in the UK has banned ads for Floki Inu
Ukraine has promised an airdrop following crypto donations.
Moonpay picks up World of Women #5672 for just under $1M
Bitcoin miners picked up over a billion in revenue in February
Lawmakers in the EU remove possible bitcoin ban from proposed legislation.
Links:
Stefan Berger on Twitter: "Richtig ist: Der Paragraph ist nicht mehr im Text. Der Bericht muss erst noch im Ausschuss abgestimmt werden. Bei dieser Abstimmung sehen wir dann, wo die Mehrheiten liegen. Die Entscheidung ist noch nicht gefallen #MiCA" / Twitter
Ukraine / Україна on Twitter: "Airdrop confirmed. Snapshot will be taken tomorrow, on March 3rd, at 6pm Kyiv time (UTC/GMT +2 hours). Reward to follow! Follow subsequent news re Ukraine’s crypto donation campaign at @FedorovMykhailo" / Twitter
MoonPay strikes again with $754,000 World of Women NFT purchase at Christie's
Bitcoin miners brought in just over $1 billion in revenue during February
Floki Inu - ASA | CAP
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3/2/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Russian Whales?" - March 1, 2022
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SEC Unable to Locate BitConnect Founder
Ruble-Denominated Bitcoin Volume Up
Ukraine's Defense Ministry to Decide How to Spend Donations
Russian Whales?
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SEC unable to locate BitConnect founder convicted in $2.4B fraud case
Ruble-Denominated Bitcoin Volume Surges to 9-Month High
Ukraine's Defense Ministry Decides Where Crypto Funds Are Spent
Number of bitcoin whales spikes as sanctions on Russia bite
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3/1/2022 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Ruble denominated Bitcoin volumes hit 9-month high" February 28, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $38,295
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,636
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $367
Ruble denominated Bitcoin volumes hit a 9-month high
Ukraine government receives more than $20M in donations from crypto citizens
Binance pledges $10M to intergovernmental and non governmental organizations in Ukraine.
Ukraine plans to make legal demands on crypto exchanges in order to halt access to crypto for all Russian citizens
eBay is looking into taking crypto payments
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2/28/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"SWIFT added to mounting pressure on Russia" February 27, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $39,674
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,809
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $378
EU commits to cutting Russian banks off from SWIFT due to Ukraine Invasion
Ukraine is apparently forming a task force to surveil Russian politicians crypto wallets
Co-founders of crypto derivatives exchange BitMEX plead guilty to violating the US Bank Secrecy Act
Coinbase Ventures lead Katherine Wu departs for VC firm Archetype.
Goldman Sachs veteran Roger Bartlett leaves Wall Street for Coinbase
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2/27/2022 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"European Commission wants kill switch in smart contracts " February 26, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $38,993
Ethereum is up 2% at $2,761
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $375
Cosmos up 15%
The European Commission proposes troubling language in new Data Act regarding smart contracts.
Rakuten launches its own NFT marketplace
Federal grand jury indicts founder of BitConnect.
Patreon, removes charity "Come Back Alive" from site.
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On the removal of Come Back Alive | Patreon Blog
BitConnect founder indicted for alleged $2.4 billion Ponzi scheme
Press corner | European Commission
Rakuten Launches Rakuten NFT, a New Marketplace and Sales Platform for NFTs | Rakuten Group, Inc.
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2/26/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"China adds jail time to crypto fundraising punishment" February 25, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $39,343
Ethereum is up 2% at $2,707
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $364
Terra up 27%
Fantom up 21%
Avalanche up 15%
China is increasing restrictions to jail those found raising funds through crypto sales.
Robinhood error shows incorrect market price for BTC
Ukrainian NGOs receive hundreds of thousands in BTC donations to support military groups.
Warner Music Group signs partnership with Splinterlands
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Ukrainian military group receives hundreds of thousands in BTC donations
Robinhood Help on Twitter: "The Robinhood app experienced a temporary issue that led to an incorrect display price for crypto for an hour at 6:50 pm PT. The issue is now resolved. Some customers may have unfilled market orders due to this display issue. We apologize for any inconvenience caused." / Twitter
China can now jail people if funds raised via crypto from public
Warner Music Group and Splinterlands Collaborating on Play-to-Earn Games - Decrypt
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2/25/2022 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Russia sends markets tumbling" February 24, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $35,233
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,357
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $333
Russia attacks Ukraine, also pushes to limit crypto transactions.
Pantera Capital says recent crypto selling pressure comes from tax positions
NFT platform OneOf expands to sports, Polygon.
Sotheby’s withdraws "Punk it" — 104 CryptoPunks— at behest of the consignor
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Russia to Restrict Crypto Trading to Licensed Platforms, Certified Wallets
February Blockchain Letter | Pantera
OneOf Expands Sports NFT Presence With New Collection on Polygon
Sotheby's withdrew a lot of 104 CryptoPunks before its auction was set to begin
FTX moves into $300 billion luxury fashion industry with new hire
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2/24/2022 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"OpenSea hit with $1M lawsuit" February 23, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $39,033
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,742
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $382
NuCypher up 18%
Terra, up 15%
OpenSea hit with a $1M lawsuit by Timothy McKimmy
UK regulator raises flag on crypto mergers following the Bitpanda-Trustology deal.
Peckshield reports devs behind the meme coin web3memes has rugged 235k from users.
Laura Shin worked with Chainalysis to identify notorious The Dao hacker
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Exclusive: Austrian Programmer And Ex Crypto CEO Likely Stole $11 Billion Of Ether
(3) PeckShieldAlert on Twitter: "#rugpulls PeckShield has detected $Web3Memes https://t.co/IOHWEjhmVC rugged. 0x5adbffa751abcdfc94d2a81f5657113d37a3494f has deposited 625 BNB to @TornadoCash. Stay *AWAY* from tokens that are deployed by funds withdrawn from @TornadoCash. https://t.co/bsWpHALz0b" / Twitter
UK financial regulator issues warning shot on crypto mergers following Bitpanda deal
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2/23/2022 • 6 minutes, 49 seconds
"FTX US launches new gaming business: FTX Gaming " February 22, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $37,550
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,596
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $364
London Stock Exchange Group acquires fintech firm Tora
Bitpanda acquires Crypto Custodian Trustology
FTX US is launching a new gaming business called FTX Gaming
Spotify may be taking baby steps into crypto/web3.
Canada’s watchdog the OSC warns crypto exchanges not to promote self-custodial wallets.
Links:
FTX Enters Gaming as Backlash Grows Against Cryptocurrency’s Incursion - Bloomberg
Senior Backend Engineer | Spotify | LinkedIn
Bitpanda Exchange Acquires Crypto Custodian Trustology for Undisclosed Amount
LSEG to acquire TORA | LSEG
OSC flags Emergencies Act tweets by Kraken, Coinbase CEOs to RCMP | Regina Leader Post
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2/22/2022 • 6 minutes
"DAO forming in bid for ownership of Denver NFL team. " February 21, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $37,550
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,606
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $368
Crypto enthusiasts are forming a DAO to purchase the Denver broncos.
The US Federal Reserve places new bans on trading stocks bonds, crypto and commodities.
PayPal limits NFT protections for merchants within their Seller Protection program.
Vesta Equity launches Algorand-based real-estate backed NFT platform.
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Vesta Equity Launches Global Real Estate NFT Marketplace on Algorand
PayPal Policy Updates
Crypto Enthusiasts Forming DAO to Buy Denver Broncos NFL Team
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2/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Rough seas on OpenSea — probable phishing exploit. " February 20, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $38,348
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,642
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $381
Injective protocol up 15%
Rough seas on OpenSea — possible phishing exploit.
250k white hat bounty for TOA
Pplpleasr announces Shibuya: a decentralized video platform.
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Devin Finzer (dfinzer.eth) on Twitter: "As far as we can tell, this is a phishing attack. We don’t believe it’s connected to the OpenSea website. It appears 32 users thus far have signed a malicious payload from an attacker, and some of their NFTs were stolen." / Twitter
Neso on Twitter: "Seen confusion about the OS thing so. Attacker had people sign half of a valid wyvern order, the order was basically empty except the target (attacker contract) and calldata, attacker signs other half of order." / Twitter
Tree of Alpha on Twitter: "Coinbase's "largest-ever bug bounty" How a flaw in the new Advanced Trading feature would have allowed a malicious user to sell BTC or any other coin without owning them, and how Coinbase's reaction speed on a Super Bowl Friday averted a possible crisis. Bounty: $250,000 https://t.co/Y91M48pCcI" / Twitter
Pplpleasr announces decentralized video platform at ETHDenver
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2/20/2022 • 6 minutes, 49 seconds
"Nexo to halt interest on new deposits from US customers. " February 19, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $39,990
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,736
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $397
Anchor Protocol up 25%
ByBit sponsors RedBull’s F1 Team—3 years for $150M.
Vitalik Buterin calls Canada’s efforts to stop flow of funding to Freedom Convoy "heavy handed" and "dangerous" — disagrees with FC goals, but principle underscores importance of crypto.
State lawmakers in Illinois and Georgia push for tax incentives for bitcoin miners
Nexo to stop paying interest on new deposits from US customers.
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Big savings news for U.S. Customers : Nexo
State Lawmakers in Illinois, Georgia Propose Tax Incentives for Bitcoin Miners
ORACLE RED BULL RACING GEARS UP TO THE NEXT LEVEL AS BYBIT JOINS THE CHARGE
Vitalik Buterin Calls Canada's Use of Banks to Stifle Protestors 'Dangerous'
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2/19/2022 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Sequoia capital launching $500M+ crypto fund" February 18, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $40,468
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,905
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $405
Senator Cynthia Lummis wants the federal reserve holding bitcoin
Sequoia capital is launching a $500M+ crypto fund
PeckShield flags hackers moving ether from AscendEX breach.
UAE set to license virtual asset providers by the end of Q1
Fireblocks has acquired crypto payments processor First DAG
Links:
UAE Readies National Cryptocurrency Licensing in Push to Embrace Fintech - Bloomberg
PeckShield on Twitter
Sequoia earmarks $500mn for push into cryptocurrency markets | Financial Times
Cynthia Lummis. Full Crypto Webinar - YouTube
Fireblocks acquires First DAG in cash-and-stock deal
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2/18/2022 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Snoop Dogg wants Death Row Records to be first major label in metaverse " February 17, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $43,147
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,053
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $423
Snoop Dogg wants Death Row Records to be the first major label in the metaverse
Canada sanctions 34 crypto wallets associated with the trucker freedom convoy
Disney promotes Mike White metaverse-leaning position.
US plans new legislation to mitigate risks of El Salvador’s bitcoin adoption.
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Clubhouse SnoopDogg NFT - YouTube
Canada Sanctions 34 Crypto Wallets Tied to Trucker 'Freedom Convoy'
Disney hires Mike White to lean into metaverse efforts
President Bukele on Twitter
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2/17/2022 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"JPMorgan picks up spot in Decentraland." February 16, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $44,019
Ethereum is down .5% at $3,114
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $429
Mir Coin up 18%
Housecat emerges from stealth with $3.5M in funding
NYSE files for trademark focused on virtual goods and NFTs.
JPMorgan picks up a spot in Decentraland.
Congressman Warren Davidson introduces legislation to prohibit Feds from restricting the use of convertible virtual currency.
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Congressman Warren Davidson introduces bill to protect self-hosting of cryptocurrencies
JPMorgan Enters the Metaverse With Virtual Decentraland Lounge - Blockworks
NYSE moves closer to NFT trading with trademark application | Reuters
Crypto copy-trading protocol Housecat emerges from stealth
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2/16/2022 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Intel introduces new crypto mining chip" February 15, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $44,230
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,118
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $428
Render Token up 20%
Gala up 15%
Mina up 15%
Intel introduces new, more sustainable crypto mining chip
Binance Smart Chain has rebranded to the BNB chain
A federal judge has ordered the release on bail of money launderer Heather "Razzlekhan" Morgan
Build Finance DAO loses $470k in hostile governance takeover.
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Build Finance DAO suffers 'hostile governance takeover,' loses $470,000
Federal Judge Releases 'Razzlekhan,' Orders Other Bitfinex Hack Laundering Suspect to Remain in Jail
Intel says its new crypto chip is designed to be energy-efficient - The Verge
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2/15/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Crypto big at Super Bowl 56" February 14, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,435
Ethereum is down .5 at $2,928
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $400
Crypto central at Super Bowl 56
Propy sells first US based NFT backed property.
UK’s tax enforcement has seized NFTs in £1.4M probe.
Monero watchdogs are raising the alarm over MineXMR — control 44% of hash rate.
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NFT house sells for $654k in historic auction — Tampa condo up next
Taxman makes first ever seizure of NFTs
Concerns grow over Monero mining pool with 44% of its hash rate
Cryptocurrency’s big Super Bowl ads sold FOMO, not the future - The Verge
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2/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Netflix orders docuseries on Bitfinex money launderers. " February 13, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,533
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,912
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $400
Orchid up 21%
SLP up 17%
Aave debuts Lens Protocol
Former attorney pleads guilty to Bitcoin fraud that pulled $5M from investors.
Netflix orders docuseries on Bitfinex money launderers.
OpenSea launches venture arm and NFT ecosystem grant program.
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Disbarred Attorney Pleads Guilty To $5 Million Cryptocurrency Fraud | USAO-SDNY | Department of Justice
OpenSea launches venture arm, NFT ecosystem grant program
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2/13/2022 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"AML regulation waitlist in UK causes uncertainty" February 11, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $43,565
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,101
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $416
Skale Network up 22%
Bi-partisan bill in Tennessee is pro crypto.
BlackRock may offer crypto trading
AML regulation waitlist leaves some crypto firms off balance.
Russia shuts down some darknet sites.
OnlyFans verified NFT pfps
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Elliptic Analysis: Russia Seizes Four Major Dark Web Carding Sites with $263 Million in Crypto Sales
Crypto firms face cliff-edge in UK as time ticks down for AML approval
BlackRock Planning to Offer Crypto Trading, Sources Say
OnlyFans jumps into NFT profile pictures | Reuters
Bipartisan Bill Would Allow Tennessee to Invest in Crypto and NFTs
Coinbase Trading Vulnerability Exposed by White-Hat Hacker
Dr. Oz files trademarks for digital goods and services in the metaverse
Andrew Holness on Twitter: "This will serve as a foundation for Jamaica’s digital payments architecture and will facilitate greater financial inclusion, increase transaction velocity while reducing the cost of banking for the Jamaican people." / Twitter
BlockFi to Pay $100M Penalty, Stop Opening New High-Yield Bitcoin Accounts: Report - Decrypt
US Treasury reiterates that the IRS won't consider crypto miners, stakers or coders to be brokers
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2/11/2022 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Gucci buys land in The Sandbox" February 10, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $44,920
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,254
and Binance Coin is up 1.5% at $434
Anchor Protocol up 19%
Gucci buys land in The Sandbox
McDonalds & Panera file trademarks for virtual restaurants in metaverse
EOS considering legal action against block.one
Sotheby’s to auction off 104 cryptopunks.
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Yves La Rose on Twitter: "As Founder of @EosNFoundation I share your frustrations! We are taking further steps to hold @B1 accountable for its past actions and broken promises against #EOS. Review of ALL possible legal recourse to seek $4.1B in damages underway. Let's do this together! #4BillionDAO coming" / Twitter
McDonald’s and Panera Bread file trademarks for virtual restaurants
Gucci plans virtual world for Gen Z on The Sandbox | Vogue Business
Sotheby's on Twitter: "CryptoPunks get the Sotheby's treatment. Our next #SothebysMetaverse sale 'Punk It! 104 CryptoPunks. 1 Lot.' will be a landmark LIVE Evening Auction on February 23. A truly historic sale for an undeniably historic NFT project. https://t.co/LAu6j8Atu3" / Twitter
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2/10/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"$3.6B in Bitcoin from Bitfinex hack recovered from money launderers" February 9, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $44,187
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,197
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $424
Bitfinex’s Unus sed Leo up 55%
Flow up 15%
US Government seizes $3.6B in Bitcoin from the Bitfinex hack of 2016
Russia government & bank reach agreement on crypto regulation
EU body looks into regulating metaverse.
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EU's Vestager says analysing metaverse ahead of possible regulatory action
What I learned from the words and rhymes of alleged Bitcoin launderer Razzlekhan - The Verge
U.S. Department of Justice Announcement Regarding Seizure of Bitcoin Linked to the August 2016 Security Breach
US government seizes $3.6 billion in bitcoin tied to 2016 hack of crypto exchange Bitfinex
Russia set to recognize crypto as a form of currency: report
Wife of couple accused of $4.5 billion Bitcoin swindle gave cybersecurity advice
Heather Morgan, Rapping Tech CEO, Accused of Laundering Billions in Hacked Crypto With Ilya Lichtenstein
Bail for Crypto Couple in $4.5 Billion Hack Is Halted by Judge
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2/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Axie Infinity restructures SLP economics" February 8, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $43,453
Ethereum is down .5% at $3,076
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $421
Shiba Inu up 16%
SLP up 16%
NFT platform HitPiece hit with cease and desist.
Polygon has picked up $450M in a funding token sale.
Axie Infinity re-structures SLP economics
President of Kazakhstan calls for tax increase on crypto mining.
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Polygon raises $450 mln from Sequoia Capital India, SoftBank Vision Fund 2, others | Reuters
RIAA Moves Against HitPiece – Calls For Permanent End to Bogus NFT Site’s Infringement of Artist Rights - RIAA
Axie Infinity Reduces SLP Emissions to Prevent 'Collapse'
Kazakhstan President Calls for Tax Increase on Crypto Mining: Report
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2/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Japan's Mitsubishi UFJ to issue yen-pegged stablecoin for settlements " February 7, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,724
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,082
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $428
Shiba Inu up 24%
Quant Network, up 15%
ENS to remove Brantly Milligan as a steward over 2016 tweet.
Bud Light partners with Nouns DAO for SuperBowl ad.
Tesla records $101M impairment loss on Bitcoin.
Mitsubishi UFJ wants to use blockchain technology for securities.
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Bud Light partners with Nouns DAO for its upcoming Super Bowl ad
Mitsubishi UFJ Trust to issue cryptocurrency for trading purposes - Nikkei Asia
Telsa 10-K
Ethereum Name Service Removes Core Team Member Brantly Millegan Over 2016 Tweet
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2/7/2022 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Qredo raises $80M at $460M valuation" February 6, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $41,583
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,010
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $415
Gala up 28%
Origintrail, up 17%
Merkle Standard to pick up 5k Bitmain Pro Hydros
Qredo raises $80M at $460M valuation
Tron’s Justin Sun has been accused of a sort of governance attack by GFX labs
The Bank of England apparently highly unlikely to develop a retail wallet for CBDC.
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Crypto Miner Merkle Among First to Get Bitmain’s Newest Liquid Cooling Mining Rigs
Qredo Announces an $80mm Series A Raise Led by 10T Holdings, with Strategic Investment from Coinbase, Avalanche and Terra | Business Wire
Tron’s Justin Sun Accused of ‘Governance Attack’ on DeFi Lender Compound
Bank of England is ‘highly unlikely’ to develop a retail wallet for CBDC
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2/6/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Nike sues StockX over NFTs" February 5, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $41,532
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,026
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $423
The Sandbox up 19%
Near Protocol, up 18%
Decentraland up 16%
Tx. Senator Ted Cruz buys Bitcoin in recent downturn
Disney seeks Business Development Manager with experience in NFTs
IMX slides as GameStop sells 15M tokens. ($42M)
Senator Pat Toomey cautions over digital Yuan
Nike sues StockX over NFTs
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IMX token tumbles as GameStop dumps $42 million from Immutable X grant
Toomey to Yellen on Digital Yuan
MetaBirkins Creator Says He Received a Cease & Desist from Hermès, Claims Fair Use - The Fashion Law
Nike and Hermès File Lawsuits for Trademark Infringement as Fashion Collides With NFTs
Sen. Ted Cruz discloses a bitcoin purchase worth up to $50,000
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2/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Miami receives first payout from CityCoins: 5.25M" February 4, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $38,118
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,848
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $379
Ontology, up 18%
Tezos to sponsor Manchester United kit.
Metaverse tokens slid on Facebook’s sharp stock drop
AssangeDAO raises 4M+
Miami receives first payout from CityCoins: 5.25M
Chainalysis acquires Abaxx.
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Welcoming Abaxx Associates to Chainalysis - Chainalysis
Mayor Francis Suarez on Twitter: "I’m so excited to announce that the @CityofMiami has received its first-ever disbursement from @mineCityCoins totaling $5.25M. This is a historic moment for our city to collaborate with an innovative project that creates resources for our city through innovation not taxation." / Twitter
Metaverse Tokens AXS, SAND Plummet as Meta Reports $10B Loss
Manchester United to unveil new £20m-per-year training kit sponsorship with blockchain platform Tezos - The Athletic
A DAO trying to free Julian Assange has raised $4 million and counting
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2/4/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Wormhole exploited for $323M" February 3, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $36,724
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,614
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $364
Immutable X, up 35%
Gamestop building own NFT marketplace in partnership with Immutable X
Dune Analytics raised 69.42 Million in a series B
Wormhole exploited for $323M
Music NFT marketplace HitPiece facing backlash for listing artists songs without asking.
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Blockchain bridge Wormhole confirms that exploiter stole $320 million worth of crypto assets | TechCrunch
HitPiece slammed for selling music assets without artist permission
GameStop Forms Partnership with Immutable X | Gamestop Corp.
Dune Analytics Raises Crypto’s Latest Meme Round: $69,420,000
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2/3/2022 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
" FTX is acquiring Japanese exchange liquid" February 2, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $38,633
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,789
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $384
Quant Network, up 16%
The FSCA regulator in South Africa issues warnings on FTX and Bybit.
MicroStrategy picks up another $25M in bitcoin.
NFT collector Larry Lawliet scammed — loses $2.7M.
FTX is acquiring Japanese exchange Liquid.
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Acquisition of Liquid by FTX
larrylawliet.eth on Twitter: "I lost all my apes and mutants just now, any one bought it??? pls touch me! https://t.co/AN5IMt2ntu" / Twitter
Microstrategy 8-K
South African Regulator Issues Warning on FTX, Bybit
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2/2/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Hackers move 94k Bitcoins from 2016 Bitfinex exploit" February 1, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $38,716
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,783
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $384
Solana, up 16%
Mina up 15%
Hackers move $3.55B worth of Bitcoin from 2016 Bitfinex hack
Alexis Ohanaian has raised a 500M to for crypto startup investments
OpenSea has said that over 80% of its free NFT mints were plagiarism, spam, or fake.
US Senate is set to have a hearing on stablecoins
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US Senate slates hearing on stablecoins for February 15
OpenSea on Twitter: "To all the creators in our community impacted by the 50 item limit we added to our free minting tool, we hear you and we're sorry. We have reversed the decision. But we also want to offer an explanation ↯ https://t.co/Y3igaE1RM2" / Twitter
Alexis Ohanian’s Venture-Capital Firm Raises $500 Million, Doubles Down on Crypto Startups - WSJ
Hackers Move $3.55B Worth of Bitcoin From 2016 Bitfinex Hack
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2/1/2022 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"ApeDAO voting to dissolve, sell NFTs. " January 31, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $37,038
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,542
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $372
ApeDAO voting to dissolve, sell NFTs.
BitMEX has airdropped 1.5M BMEX tokens to users
Wall Street banks increasing crypto analysts
Visa sees upswing in crypto-linked cards.
Trezor adopts Swiss travel rule for AML.
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Visa says crypto-linked card usage hit $2.5 billion in its first quarter
ApeDAO's members are voting to sell 81 Bored Ape NFTs and many more
BITMEX on Twitter re: BMEX
Wall Street banks are expanding crypto sell-side research
Trezor hardware wallet to integrate the Swiss travel rule protocol | Invezz
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1/31/2022 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Controversial crypto rule returns from FinCEN " January 30, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,948
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,612
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $384
Wonderland votes out former QuadrigaCX co-founder Michael Patryn
NFT trading volume sets new monthly record
Crypto leaders announce GMI PAC
Controversial crypto rule returns from FinCEN
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Crypto leaders launch PAC to back congressional candidates
Monthly NFT trading volume reaches all-time high of $6 billion in January
The Unhosted Crypto Wallet Rule Is Back
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1/30/2022 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Lebron James Family Foundation signs multi-year deal with crypto.com " January 29, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $37,822
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,570
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $392
Render Token up 23%
Celsius Network up 16%
Flow up 15%
State senator in Arizona introduces bill to make Bitcoin legal tender.
Google hires slew of blockchain experts.
Lebron James Family Foundation enters into a multi-year deal with crypto.com
Vitalilk Buterin receives $100M back from his $1.2B donation in order to re-direct efforts beyond regulation.
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Google Cloud launches dedicated Digital Asset Team | Google Cloud Blog
Sandeep | Polygon 💜 on Twitter: "CryptoRelief Update: Have been in discussions with @VitalikButerin on how to accelerate relief efforts in India. And we have come up with a solution, we will moving $100mn USDC back to Vitalik, a non-Indian, to do fast deployment in high risk/reward projects. Why? A thread" / Twitter
LeBron James and the LeBron James Family Foundation Announce Multi-Year Partnership with Crypto.com
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1/29/2022 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
"Ethereum-BSC bridge $80M exploit" January 28, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $36,264
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,375
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $378
Ethereum-BSC bridge X-bridge exploited for $80M
OpenSea listing corrections see frontrunning issue.
Anheuser-Busch launching NFT project: Bud Light Next
$670M of Bitcoin moved off of centralized exchanges.
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Qubit Finance on Twitter: "The protocol was exploited by; 0xd01ae1a708614948b2b5e0b7ab5be6afa01325c7 The hacker minted unlimited xETH to borrow on BSC. The team is currently working with security and network partners on next steps. We will share further updates when available." / Twitter
OpenSea tries to save NFTs but pesky frontrunners are poaching them
Bitcoin Worth $670M Leaves Centralized Exchanges After Hawkish Fed Comments
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $36,688
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,455
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $372
Theta fuel up 24%
Putin wants a regulated crypto mining industry.
DeFi Protocol Wonderland dealing with the nature of a Decentralized, sometimes anonymous community.
Once-shiny Diem indeed selling — to Silvergate capital for $200M
FTX.US closes round with $8B valuation
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Putin Backs Bitcoin (BTC), Crypto Mining Despite Bank of Russia’s Ban Plans - Bloomberg
DeFi protocol Wonderland is allegedly run by QuadrigaCX co-founder
Facebook’s Cryptocurrency Venture to Wind Down, Sell Assets - WSJ
Crypto exchange FTX US valued at $8 bln as first fundraise draws SoftBank, Temasek | Reuters
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1/27/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"IMF wants El Salvador to walk away from BTC" January 26, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $37,830
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,539
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $387
Amp up 18%
Helium up 16%
Loopring up 16%
IMF wants El Salvador to walk away from BTC.
Ripple has announced a stock buyback.
Meta's (Facebook's) Diem (Libra) may be shutting down for good.
PleasrDAO is raising $69M.
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Mark Zuckerberg Stablecoin Project Diem Considers Selling Off Remaining Assets - Bloomberg
Ripple announces stock buyback, nabs $15 billion valuation
IMF urges El Salvador to remove Bitcoin as legal tender - BBC News
Crypto art collector PleasrDAO is raising $69 million
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1/26/2022 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Blockparty partners with Warner Music Group" January 25, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $36,583
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,442
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $373
Fantom up 23%
Helium up 19%
Vechain up 18%
MicroStrategy Still buying
Elon Musk tweets at McDonalds I will eat a happy meal on tv if you [sic] accept Dogecoin
Blockparty partners with Warner Music Group
OpenSea releases update to stop NFT exploit
Thailand is set to ban digital asset operators from crypto as a means of payment
Bithumb announces they’ll block unregistered addresses.
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Thailand to regulate use of digital assets as payments | Reuters
WMG Digital Collectibles Platform Blockparty Partners with Warner Music Group
NFT Marketplace OpenSea Launches New Listing Manager After Discount Bug
South Korean Crypto Exchange Bithumb Will Block Unregistered Wallets
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1/25/2022 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"NFT exploit in the spotlight" January 24, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $33,380
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,199
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $341
Biden administration due to release an executive order on crypto early next month.
Solana struggles under sell-off load.
A NFT exploit is in the spotlight on twitter.
JPMorgan Chase has apparently closed the bank accounts of Uniswap founder Hayden Adams.
Links:
White House Is Set to Put Itself at Center of U.S. Crypto Policy - Bloomberg
(1) Loopify 🧙♂️ on Twitter: "Urgent Issue: Someone is capitalising on the OpenSea listing problem and buying all the NFTs affected with the issue. They’ve made hundreds of ETH already. Please check https://t.co/5O6yiWy7cs before transferring your NFTs back to a wallet! https://t.co/9NwxxTjViE" / Twitter
JPMorgan Chase closes Uniswap founder's bank accounts
Traders are complaining about Solana's performance, raising questions about its status as a Wall Street darling
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1/24/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Tennis legend Serena Williams joins Sorare as board advisor" January 23, 2022
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $35,850
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,504
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $386
Shiba Inu, up 15%
Fantom up 15%
Harmony up 16%
Tennis legend Serena Williams joins Sorare as board advisor
Kim Milosevich is rejoining a16z from Coinbase
Bitcoin mining difficulty rose by over 9%
LendInvest's Christian Faes is looking to start crypto mining in Texas.
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1/23/2022 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"El Salvador Buys the Dip" January 22, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $35,807
Ethereum is up 1.5% at $2,495
and Binance Coin is up 3% at $375
Bitcoin has hit a 6 month low, and El Salvador is buying.
The SEC doesn't like MicroStrategy’s approach to bitcoin accounting.
SEC Commissioner Elad Roisman ends term early.
BlackRock files for ETF tracking blockchain & crypto companies.
Twitter seeks Senior Product Manager, Crypto.
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Nayib Bukele 🇸🇻 on Twitter: "Nope, I was wrong, didn’t miss it. El Salvador just bought 410 #bitcoin for only 15 million dollars 🥳 Some guys are selling really cheap 🤷🏻♂️" / Twitter
Senior Product Manager, Crypto
SEC Commissioner Roisman steps down two years ahead of schedule
SEC form BlackRock's new Blockchain/Tech ETF
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1/22/2022 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"Twitter launches verified NFT PFPs" January 21, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $38,407
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,783
and Binance Coin down 1% at $416
No blockbuster moments from congressional hearing on crypto
Twitter launches verified NFT PFPs
Adidas originals and Prada announce NFT collab.
NYC mayor Eric Adams takes first paycheck in BTC and ETH.
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Elon Musk on Twitter: "Twitter is spending engineering resources on this bs while crypto scammers are throwing a spambot block party in every thread!?" / Twitter
adidas for Prada re-source | A co-created digital art project with Zach Lieberman.
Mayor Adams to Receive First Paycheck in Cryptocurrency | City of New York
No fireworks at House's Bitcoin mining hearing, but pending climate bills could home in on crypto
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1/21/2022 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Russia's central bank wants crypto ban" January 20, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,026
Ethereum is even at $3,137
and Binance Coin up .5% at $463
crypto.com changes story about hack—34M in user funds taken.
Russia’s central bank wants a firm ban on crypto
a16z looks for 4.5B more for crypto funds.
Google exec tells Bloomberg the company will evolve with user and merchant demands for crypto payments.
Gary Gensler and the SEC are pushing for more scrutiny for crypto exchanges.
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a16z seeks 4.5B | Financial Times
Google (GOOG) Hires PayPal (PYPL) Vet to Reset Strategy After Banking Retreat - Bloomberg
crypto.com on hack
Crypto Exchanges Will Face More Scrutiny From SEC, Gensler Says - Bloomberg
Russia's central bank calls for crypto ban
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1/20/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"SoFi approved for nationally chartered bank " January 19, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,194
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,133
and Binance Coin up slightly at $465
Ecomi, up 16%
OpenSea acquires Dharma Labs
Binance destroys over 1.6M BNB tokens in their latest burn
India’s Prime minister Narendra Modi called for for global cooperation on cryptocurrency at Davos
ESMA vice chair calls for proof of work mining ban
SoFi wins conditional approval to create a nationally chartered bank
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OpenSea Acquires Dharma Labs, Welcomes New CTO - OpenSea Blog
18th BNB Burn | Binance Blog
Indian Prime Minister Calls for Global Cooperation on Cryptocurrency
OCC Conditionally Approves SoFi Bank, National Association | OCC
EMSA position on POW mining — Financial Times
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1/19/2022 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"15M crypto.com exploit—says no user funds lost. " January 18, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $41,544
Ethereum is down .5% at $3,135
and Binance Coin down slightly at $462
Propy, up 34%
crypto.com apparently exploited for 5k ETH / $15M.
UK government cracking down on crypto advertising in the UK.
A bug on the cross-chain protocol Multichain has been exploited for 1.34M
BitMEX group is set to acquire the 268-year-old German bank Bankhaus von der Heydt.
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PeckShield Inc. on Twitter: "The @cryptocom loss is about $15M with at least 4.6K ETHs and half of them are currently being washed via @TornadoCash https://t.co/PUl6IrB3cp https://t.co/XN9nmT857j" / Twitter
BXM Operations Intends to Purchase German Bank Bankhaus von der Heydt in Order to Create Regulated Crypto Products Powerhouse | BitMEX Blog
Cross-chain protocol Multichain bug gets exploited for $1.34 million
Government to strengthen rules on misleading cryptocurrency adverts - GOV.UK
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1/18/2022 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Block's open Bitcoin mining ecosystem" January 17, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,522
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,259
and Binance Coin down .5% at $476
Request Network, up 35%
Block is rolling out its promised open bitcoin mining ecosystem
Regulators in Spain are looking for more control over influencer’s promotions
Singapore is cracking down on digital asset marketing with a fresh set of guidelines
Binance has partnered with Gulf Innova Company for Thai exchange.
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jack⚡️ on Twitter: "We’re officially building an open bitcoin mining system ✨" / Twitter
Spain announces new rules for influencer crypto posts
Gulf Energy Binance Announcement
Singapore announcement
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1/17/2022 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Chinese state backed BSN moves towards NFT support" January 16, 2022
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $42,700
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,291
and Binance Coin down 1% at $492
Immutable X, up 18%
Chinese state backed Blockchain Services Network (BSN) moves closer to supporting NFTs
Gemini acquires Bitria
Cooper Turley has been suspended from the DAO Friends With Benefits over bigoted tweets.
Crypto Data firm Lukka raises funds a $1.3B valuation
The Ghozali Everyday collection — an OpenSea sensation.
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Gemini Acquires BITRIA, Unlocking the Digital Asset Ecosystem for Wealth and Asset Managers
China-backed Blockchain Services Network eyes support for NFTs
Lukka Exceeds Billion-Dollar Milestone in Latest Fundraise | Business Wire
Ghozali Everyday - Collection | OpenSea
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1/16/2022 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Judge rules SEC must surrender Hinman email to Ripple " January 15, 2022
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $42,795
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,285
and Binance Coin down slightly at $490
Metis, up 20%
CROCS NFTS
Bitfinex shutting down in Ontario.
Tether freezes 3 addresses holding over 160M of USDT.
Judge rules SEC must surrender Hinman email to Ripple
Russian officials seize crypto, other assets from REvil.
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Russian authorities raid REvil hackers, seize luxury cars and crypto
Ruling on SEC email
(TETHER FREEZE) Ethereum Transaction Hash (Txhash) Details | Etherscan
Important Notice for Ontario (Canada) customers
Crocs Is Chomping Into NFTs, Trademark Filings Show
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1/15/2022 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Crypto Exchange FTX sets up $2B fund" January 14, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $42,243
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,225
and Binance Coin up .5% at $475
Secret Network, up 20%
Brazil’s Rio De Janeiro is moving to allocate 1% of its treasury reserves to BTC
Short traders lose big on Elon Musk's Tesla taking Dogecoin for merch.
Crypto Exchange FTX sets up $2B fund
Gap is dropping a NFT collection on the Tezos blockchain
Visa and ConsenSys developing new infrastructure to support the rollout of CBDCs
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Gap Launches Gamified Collectible NFT Experience to Activate Community, Creativity and Self-Expressi | Gap Inc.
Rio de Janeiro mayor plans to invest 1% of the city's treasury in bitcoin
Crypto Exchange FTX Sets Up $2 Billion Venture Fund - WSJ
Dogecoin Surge Sees Short Traders Lose $8M After Tesla Store Addition
Envisioning a future of central bank digital currencies for everyone ever | Visa
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1/14/2022 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Pakistan’s central bank takes a stand against crypto " January 13, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $43,758
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,360
and Binance Coin down slightly at $481
Cartesi, up 19%
Coinbase acquired FairX, a CFTC regulated derivatives exchange.
Xapo is leaving New York and abandoning its bitlicense.
Pakistan’s central bank is taking a stand against crypto
Luxor launches a new service for buying and selling mining hardware.
Class action suit against EthereumMax names Kim Kardashain, Floyd Mayweather Jr. as defendants.
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Coinbase’s path to creating a robust and regulated crypto derivatives market | by Coinbase | Jan, 2022 | The Coinbase Blog
Pakistan's central bank tells court cryptocurrency should be banned | Reuters
Xapo closes shop in New York, gives up BitLicense
NYDIG-backed mining firm Luxor launches new service for buying, selling hardware
Investors sue Kim Kardashian and Floyd Mayweather Jr over crypto scheme | Cryptocurrencies | The Guardian
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1/13/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Jack Dorsey proposes Bitcoin legal defense fund" January 12, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $43,296
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,319
and Binance Coin up 1% at $474
Fantom, up 20%
The Sandbox up 15%
Celo up 15%
Bitcoin’s bounce back to 43k has liquidated 82M of Short traders positions.
Senate Banking Committee hearing — with promises of Fed report on crypto 'within weeks', and soft alignment on digital dollar.
Legal defense fund for Bitcoin developers.
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Zack Voell on Twitter: "an email to the bitcoin dev mailing list from @jack explaining the Bitcoin Legal Defense Fund https://t.co/y1XY3XG0IR" / Twitter
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Powell says delayed Fed report on digital currencies will be released 'within weeks'
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1/12/2022 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"TaxBit Launches Network" - January 11, 2022
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TaxBit Launches Network
Block, Formerly Square, Posts Job Openings on LinkedIn
FTC Issues Warning
Axis Bank Issues Contract on State-Backed Blockchain Platform
Citadel Securities Nets New $1.15 Billion
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Block job postings reveal Jack Dorsey’s Bitcoin plans
FTC issues public warning about new crypto ATM scam
Axis Bank issues financial contract on state-backed blockchain platform
Paradigm, Sequoia to Invest $1.15B in Citadel Securities, Bringing Trading Firm Closer to Crypto
TaxBit launches network in partnership with major exchanges and DEXs
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1/11/2022 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Bitcoin Approaches Death Cross" - January 10, 2022
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Bitcoin Approaches Death Cross
CBDC Wallet App # 1 in China
Dogecoin Founder Slams Mozilla
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Dogecoin creator slams Mozilla for pausing crypto donations
CBDC wallet tops mobile app store charts in China
Bitcoin Approaches Death Cross as Goldman Foresees 4 Fed Rate Hikes This Year
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1/10/2022 • 7 minutes, 42 seconds
"India’s Central Bank Creates Fintech Department" January 9 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $41,731
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,108
and Binance Coin down slightly at $432
Power ledger, up 27%
India’s central bank is creating a new fintech department.
SEC charged Crowd Machine & Craig Sproule over an unregistered ICO from 2018.
Gamestop makes crypto + NFT push.
ARC NFT social network planned.
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Singapore Tycoons’ Sons Plan Private NFT Club: Report
GameStop Entering NFT and Cryptocurrency Markets as Part of Turnaround Plan - WSJ
SEC charges Crowd Machine over allegedly unregistered ICO
India’s Central Bank Creates Fintech Department as Challenges Posed by Crypto, CBDC Grow
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1/9/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"PayPal Planning for Stablecoin" January 8, 2022
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $41,981
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,205
and Binance Coin up slightly at $455
Idex, up 14%
PayPal is looking into creating its own stable coin
Katie Huan is raising 900M for her crypto funds
a16z releases 10 principles for World leaders Shaping the Future of Web3
Bitso has penned a three-year sponsorship deal with the Brazilian soccer club SPFC.
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Katie Huan setting up own crypto fund | Financial Times
How to Build a Better Internet: 10 Principles for World leaders Shaping the Future of Web3 | Andreessen Horowitz
Bitso lands sponsorship deal with lauded São Paulo soccer club
PayPal Explores Launch of Own Stablecoin in Crypto Push - BNN Bloomberg
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1/8/2022 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"NYDFS hires Deputy Superintendent for Crypto " January 7, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $42,279
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,222
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $452
Secret network, up 15%
Frax share up 16%
US Congress gears up for oversight hearing into crypto mining’s effect on the environment.
Tennis Australia is bringing the Australian Open to Decentraland
Samsung brings flagship 837 store to Decentraland
New York Department of Financial Services hires deputy superintendent for crypto.
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Australian Open serves up its own NFTs and moves into the Decentraland metaverse - Stockhead
Perter Marton LinkedIn
Samsung enters the metaverse, opening flagship 837 store in Decentraland
US Congress to Hold Oversight Hearing on Crypto Mining: Report
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1/7/2022 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Kazakhstan’s hashrate drops amid internet blackout " January 6, 2022
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $43,103
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,386
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $465
MoneyGram has picked up a minority stake in the crypto company Coinme
Kazakhstan’s hashrate has dropped amid an internet blackout
Bitcoin fell below its 43k support which led to 800M in futures position liquidations
Thailand’s crypto traders could face 15% capital gains tax
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MoneyGram buys minority stake in crypto company Coinme
Kazakhstan’s Hashrate Drops as Internet Blackout Persists
Crypto traders subject to 15% capital gains tax
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1/6/2022 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"OpenSea Raises $300 Million" - January 5, 2022
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OpenSea Raises $300 Milliion
Airbnb Users Want to Pay With Crypto
Blockchain, NFTs and Metaverse Make Splash at CES This Week
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1/5/2022 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Samsung: Buy NFTs With Your TV" - January 4, 2022
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Samsung: Buy NFTs With Your TV
Wonderfi Technologies, Inc. to Purchase Bitbuy Crypto Exchange
Peoples Bank of China Pilots Digital Yuan Wallet
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China’s central bank releases pilot version of digital yuan wallet
Kevin O’Leary-Backed DeFi Platform WonderFi to Purchase Bitbuy for $162M in Cash, Shares
Samsung to introduce NFT platform within its new smart TVs
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1/4/2022 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Jamaica Completes CBDC Pilot" - January 3, 2022
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Jamacia Completes CBDC Pilot
Public and Private Companies Increase Crypto Holdings
More Billionaries Turn to Crypto as Fiat Inflation Rages
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Bitcoin holdings of public companies surged in 2021
Jamaica Completes CBDC Pilot, Expects Rollout Later This Year
More billionaires turning to crypto on fiat inflation fears
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1/3/2022 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Eminem joins BAYC" January 2, 2022
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $47,155
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,748
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $523
Syscoin up 26%
Polymath up 26%
Eminem buys Ape #9055 for $462k.
Mexican government announces they plan to issue a cbdc by 2024.
El Salvadorian Citizens express concern over Chivo wallet security.
Bitfarms raising $100M in a Bitcoin backed loan with Galaxy Digital.
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1/2/2022 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Binance in hot water with Ontario Securities Commission " December 31, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $48,064
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,796
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $522
Celsius Network up 15%
Russia’s Sber bank has introduced the country's first blockchain focused ETF.
Hong Kong officials have arrested 2 suspected of laundering $384M through banks and a crypto exchange.
Fractal NFT exchange is live.
Binance is once again in the hot seat with regulators.
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Russia’s Largest Bank Introduces First Blockchain-Focused ETF in the Country
Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department - Press Releases
Ontario securities regulator slams Binance after crypto exchange claims it can continue operating there
The gaming-focused NFT platform Fractal officially launches
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12/31/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Polygon reveals patched critical vulnerability" December 30, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $47,501
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,735
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $525
Algorand up 15%
Gnosis up 30%
Polygon has come forward about a severe bug that they’ve just fixed with a hard fork.
Decentraland to have it's own NYE party
Microstrategy has picked up another 94.2M in Bitcoin
Proshares files for metaverse ETF
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MicroStrategy Buys Another $94.2 Million of Bitcoin
ProShares files for ETF that tracks companies focused on the metaverse
All You Need to Know About the Recent Network Upgrade — Polygon | Blog
Digital Currency Group and Jamestown Partner to Bring One Times Square to the Decentraland Metaverse | Business Wire
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12/30/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Bitcoin Dominance Slips Below Forty Percent" - December 29, 2021
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Bitcoin Dominance Slips Below Forty Percent
Arcane Research Predictions for 2022
Coinone Exchange Says No to Unverified Wallet Withdrawals
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Arcane Research releases its crypto predictions for 2022
Bitcoin dominance falls under 40%
Coinone will no longer allow withdrawals to unverified external wallets
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12/29/2021 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Veteran Bitcoin Hodlers Still Hodling" - December 28, 2021
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Veteran Bitcoin Hodlers Still Hodling
Polkadot Leads Losses
Crypto Futures See Losses
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Polkadot Leads Altcoin Losses After Bitcoin Is Rejected at $52K
Veteran Bitcoin hodlers are still selling record low amounts of BTC despite 70% gains in 2021
Crypto Futures See $300M in Losses After Spot Market Drops
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12/28/2021 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"Whale Wallet Wakes" - December 27, 2021
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Whale Wallet Wakes
Iran Halts Mining
Mexian Billionaire Says "Buy Bitcoin"
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Dormant Bitcoin wallet holding 321 BTC activated after eight years
Mexican billionaire says ‘buy Bitcoin’ in New Year message
Iran halts authorized crypto mining to save energy for winter
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12/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
"New US crypto regulatory body to be proposed" December 26, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $49.901
Ethereum is up slightly at $4,045
and Binance Coin is even at $543
Metis up 38%
Orchid up 22%
Senator Cynthia Lummis to propose new crypto regulatory body
Decentralized exchanges saw over 1 Trillion in trading volume this year.
Erdogan is anxious to move his crypto law along
Dfinity’s Internet computer has opened up an ethereum bridge.
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12/26/2021 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Adam White is leaving Bakkt" December 24, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $51,053
Ethereum is up .5% at $4,089
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $547
The Sandbox up 18%
Fantom up 16%
Adam White is leaving Bakkt.
Thai central bank to delay CBDC test until late next year.
Kraken is acquiring the non custodial staking startup Staked.
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Adam White on Twitter: "After a great 3+ years at bakkt, next week will be my last I’ve loved working at intersection of crypto + markets and good to see the industry finding the balance between innovation & regulation. Lots of work still to do here but never been more optimistic about the future 🌕" / Twitter
Kraken Acquires Staked to Support Growth and Resilience in One of Largest Crypto Industry Deals to Date | Business Wire
Thai Central Bank to Delay CBDC Test Till Late 2022: Report
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12/24/2021 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Crypto raised $25B in VC across the year." December 23, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $48,756
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,959
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $530
Near Protocol up 30%
Thorchain up 18%
Convex Finance up 23%
Uniswap live on Polygon.
Bitcoin miners generated more than $15B in 2021.
Crypto companies raised just over $25B in venture funding across the year.
Jack Dorsey warns against overdependance on VC for web3.
BAYC flips CryptoPunks by floor price.
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jack⚡️ on Twitter: "You don’t own “web3.” The VCs and their LPs do. It will never escape their incentives. It’s ultimately a centralized entity with a different label. Know what you’re getting into…" / Twitter
Uniswap goes live on Ethereum scaling network Polygon
Bitcoin miners generated more than $15 billion in revenue during 2021
The Block Research
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12/23/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"El Salvador Buys BTC" December 22, 2021
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Startup alleges Coinbase misaction
El Salvador buys more BTC
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12/22/2021 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"Bent Finance: Withdraw Funds" - December 21, 2021
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Bent Finance: Withdraw Funds
Bank of Russia: Legal, Just Don't Use Crypto
Dip Buyers Active Despite Coming Regulation
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Crypto regulation is coming, but Bitcoin traders are still buying the dip
Bent Finance confirms pool exploit, advises investors to withdraw funds
Bank of Russia to allow crypto investment via foreign firms: Report
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12/21/2021 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Dubai World Trade Center to Create Crypto Hub" - December 20, 2021
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Dubai World Trade Center to Create Crypto Hub
Eqonex CEO Steps Down
Ethereum Rally?
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Eqonex CEO Steps Down Amid Talks of Potential Merger Options
Dubai World Trade Centre to create new crypto hub and become regulator
Ether Call Demand Signals Anticipation of Year-End Rally
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12/20/2021 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Polkadot Parachains go live. " December 19, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $47,271
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,946
and Binance Coin is 1% at $534
Decentraland up 18%
Polkadot Parachains are live.
Sotheby’s picked up 100M this year from NFT sales
Open season on Optimism.
Silverflow closes $17M series A.
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Polkadot (DOT) Parachains Go Live, Capping Yearslong Tech Build for Ambitious Blockchain Project — Ultimately, Polkadot will offer 100 parachain slots
Payments startup Silverflow closes $17 million round led by Coatue
Ethereum layer 2 Optimism removes whitelist, opens to all developers
Sotheby’s netted $100 million from NFT sales in 2021: report
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12/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Adidas NFT drop scores $23M" December 18, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $47,086
Ethereum is up 3% at $3,966
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $531
Aave up 17%
Michael Saylor and Microstrategy are trying to figure out what to do with all that BTC.
Adidas picks up 23M from it’s collaborative “Into the Metaverse” drop
Polygon and Seven Seven Six launch $200 million Web3 fund.
Bitwise launches NFT tracking index fund
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Polygon and Reddit co-founder's VC launch $200 million Web3 fund
Adidas Originals NFT drop nets $23 million - Crypto Daily™
MicroStrategy’s Saylor Lays Out Ways Firm Could Generate Yield From Its Massive Bitcoin Holdings
Bitwise Launches Blue-Chip NFT Index Fund, Offering Broad Exposure to the Most Iconic Digital Art Collections | Business Wire
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12/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Tron's Justin Sun Retires" December 17, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $47,129
Ethereum is down .5% at $3,820
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $528
Yearn Finance up 32%
Convex Finance up 15%
Tron’s Justin Sun is turning to crypto political activism.
Binance.us hires Intel’s compliance chief Sidney Majalya.
The US Senate has confirmed a new CFTC chairperson — Rostin Behnam.
Dune Analytics is raising funds at a billion dollar valuation.
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Dune Analytics is raising funds at a $1 billion valuation: sources
PN1146 - Nomination of Rostin Behnam for Commodity Futures Trading Commission, 117th Congress (2021-2022) | Congress.gov | Library of Congress
Justin Sun Is Retiring From Tron – But Not Crypto
Binance.US Hires Intel’s Compliance Chief Majalya
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12/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Jack & Jay-Z announce board for BTrust" December 16, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $48,510
Ethereum is down 1% at $4,018
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $534
Helium up 25%
Elrond up 23%
Avalanche up 17%
Jack & Jay-Z announce board for BTrust
Russia’s central bank is keen on banning investments in cryptocurrency
Deutsche Börse acquires majority stake in Crypto Finance AG.
Katie Haun is set to depart Andreessen Horowitz to form her own fund.
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Russian cenbank to seek ban on investment in cryptocurrencies, sources say | Reuters
Kathryn Haun on Twitter: "1/ Today @cdixon and I shared with the @a16z crypto team that I will be launching my own fund focused on crypto and web3 early next year. The current crypto fund will be my last at the firm" / Twitter
Dorsey names board members of his bitcoin endowment with Jay-Z
Deutsche Börse closes deal for majority stake in Crypto Finance AG
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12/16/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Crypto Bank Anchorage Raises $350 Million" - December 15, 2021
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Crypto Bank Anchorage Raises $350 Million
Crypto Winter?
CardCoins Offers Bitcoin Payments
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CardCoins Offers Bitcoin Payments Over the Lightning Network
Kraken CEO reverses $100K BTC 2021 forecast: Crypto winter now possible
Crypto bank Anchorage raises $350 million in Series D funding
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12/15/2021 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Keep Meta Out of Metaverse: Sebastien Borget" December 14, 2021
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Keep Meta Out of Metaverse: Sebastien Borget
Dogecoin Better for Transactions Than Bitcoin: Musk
Traders Adjust Expectations on Bitcoin Price
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The Sandbox co-founder wants to defend metaverses against Big Tech
Dogecoin is better than Bitcoin for payments, Elon Musk declares
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12/14/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Robinhood Partners With Chainalysis" - December 13, 2021
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Robinhood Partners with Chainalysis
Solana Number Five
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Solana on-chain development increases after a recent DDoS attack
Robinhood partners with Chainalysis ahead of crypto wallet launch
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12/13/2021 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
AscendEX was exploited for 78M
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $49,725
Ethereum is down slightly at $4,043
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $566
Render token up 29%
AscendEX was exploited for 78M
IMF is advocating for a coordinated crypto policy
UK neobank Monzo raising $500M.
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Monzo raises more than $500m from investors at $4.5bn valuation - FinTech Futures
AscendEX on Twitter: "22:00 UTC 12/11, We have detected a number of ERC-20, BSC, and Polygon tokens transferred from our hot wallet. Cold Wallet is NOT affected. Investigation underway. If any user’s funds are affected by the incident, they will be covered completely by AscendEX." / Twitter
ECB's Lagarde calls for regulating Bitcoin's "funny business" | Reuters
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12/12/2021 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Two Bitcoin core contributors step down." December 11, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $48,336
Ethereum is down .5% at $4,008
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $552
KuCoin up 18%
Near Protocol up 16%
Pepsi is launching generative NFT collection.
Two Bitcoin core contributors step down.
Someone pays .000069ETH to leave slur on McDonalds McRib NFT — goes unnoticed and will be linked to the project.
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The Pepsi Mic Drop
2 Prominent Bitcoin Core Contributors Step Away From Their Roles
McDonald’s McRib NFT Project Links to Racial Slur Recorded on Blockchain
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12/11/2021 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Polygon acquires Mir Protocol" December 10, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $49,102
Ethereum is down .5% at $4,161
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $585
Mir Coin up 30%
KuCoin up 15%
CryptoPunk #4156 sells for $10.2M
Polygon acquiring Mir Protocol for $400M
Palm NFT studio raised $27M in a series B.
Paradigm is pulling in $35 million in a fundrais to expand into DeFi.
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Crypto derivatives platform Paradigm nabs $400 million valuation in funding round
Polygon acquires ZK-rollups startup Mir Protocol for $400 million
A rare CryptoPunk has sold at a record $10.2 million
Microsoft leads $27 mln early-stage funding in crypto startup Palm NFT Studio | Reuters
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12/10/2021 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Ledger debuts crypto-linked debit card" December 9, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $49,247
Ethereum is down .5% at $4,288
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $592
Wax up 33%
Gala up 16%
Near Protocol up 15%
Wallet maker Ledger debuts crypto-linked debit card for US and EU customers.
Michael Saylor and Microstrategy pick up 1,434 BTC.
Messari launches Messari Governor to aid DAOs
Meta's crypto wallet Novi launches on WhatApp.
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Stephane Kasriel on Novi
Introducing Messari Governor: The First-to-Market, Governance Aggregator and Voting Platform | Messari
MicroStrategy Says It Bought 1,434 Bitcoins Since Nov. 29
SIGN UP NOW: Our Ledger-powered Crypto Life “CL” Card is coming! | Ledger
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12/9/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Visa Helps Navigate Crypto" - December 8, 2021
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Visa Helps Navigate Crypto
Three Arrows Gets $400 Million in ETH
US House Questions Crypto Panel
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House memo details Congress’ priorities ahead of crypto CEO hearing
Visa announces new crypto consulting service for merchants and banks
Crypto Hedge Fund Three Arrows Capital Snaps Up $400M in ETH
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12/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 33 seconds
"Bitcoin Whale Spends $137 Million Buying the Dip" - December 7, 2021
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Bitcoin Whale Spends $137 Million Buying the Dip
Nasdq Stockholm Lists Crypto ETN
Sber Hopes to Register By End of Year
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Russia’s largest bank struggles to register its digital asset platform
Third-biggest Bitcoin whale’s holdings total $6B after ‘whopping’ 2.7K BTC buy-in
Nasdaq Stockholm lists Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded notes
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12/7/2021 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"DEX Aggregator Use Up" - December 6, 2021
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DEX Aggregator Use Up
BSC and Animoca Brands Launch Investment Program
Bitget Suspended
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Decentralized exchange aggregator trading volumes surge to new highs
Singapore suspends Bitget exchange license over K-Pop coin promotion
Binance Smart Chain and Animoca Brands form $200M fund for GameFi projects
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12/6/2021 • 5 minutes, 30 seconds
"BitMart was exploited for over $150M" December 5, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $49,299
Ethereum is down .5% at $4,213
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $573
Terra, up 27%
Gala up 20%
Polygon up 16%
BitMart was exploited for over $150M
SEC chairperson Gary Gensler coy in response to Senator Pat Toomey’s follow-up questions.
FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried is looking to raise a total of $1.5 billion for FTX.US.
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Crypto exchange BitMart confirms hack resulting in loss of $150 million in crypto
Gensler hedges on classifying cryptocurrencies as securities in response to Senator's questions
FTX to Seek $1.5B in New Funding Round at $32B Valuation: Report
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12/5/2021 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Markets slide. Solana bug." December 4, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $47,163
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,929
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $546
Major bug identified - patched on the Solana Protocol Library.
Free JPMorgan NFT listed on OpenSea for 420 Eth.
FTX.US adds support for Ethereum based NFTs
Blockchain .com opening NFT marketplace.
The SEC charges NY state resident over fraudulant ICO, mining co.
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SEC.gov | SEC Charges Citizen With Digital Asset Fraud
Coming Soon: Blockchain.com NFT. Starting today, you can sign up to get… | by Thianh | @blockchain | Dec, 2021 | Medium
JPMorgan Gave Away NFTs at an Event This Week. One Is Now Listed for 420 ETH
Solana library bug could have seen attackers stealing $27 million an hour
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12/4/2021 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
"BadgerDAO exploit. WisdomTree ETF denied." December 3, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $56,941
Ethereum is down .5% at $4,605
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $625
Those are your leaders by market cap, top gainers in the last 24 hours…
Cosmos up 20%
Polygon up 16%
Senator Elizabeth Warren wants answers from bitcoin mining company Greenidge Generation.
The SEC denied WisdomTree's spot Bitcoin ETF proposal.
DeFi Protocol BadgerDAO was exploited yesterday. $120M lost.
Coinbase Cloud has $30B worth of assets staked on platform.
Square will rebrand its corporate entity to Block
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Warren's Letter
Coinbase Cloud has $30 billion in crypto assets staked
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12/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 59 seconds
"Crypto.com Buying Two US Exchanges" - December 1, 2021
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Crypto.com Buying Two US Exchanges
China Cracks Down on Metaverse and NFTs
Fidelity Investments Launching Spot Bitcoin ETF in Canada
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Fidelity reportedly launching spot Bitcoin ETF in Canada
China’s central bank proposes to monitor metaverse and NFTs
Crypto.com to acquire two US exchanges for derivatives and futures offerings
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12/1/2021 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Central Bank of Indonesia Says It: CBDC a Tool to Combat Crypto" - November 30, 2021
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Central Bank of Indonesia Says It: CBDC a Tool to Combat Crypto
Binance CEO Reveals Key Factor to be Listed
DMG Blockchain Solutions Buys 1,800 New Antminers
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CBDC is a tool to combat Bitcoin, says Bank of Indonesia exec
Binance CEO reveals one key factor for token listings
Crypto Miner DMG Blockchain Purchases 1,800 New Generation Bitmain Miners
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11/30/2021 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"MicroStrategy Bought 7,002 Bitcoins for $414 Million in Fourth Quarter" - November 29, 2021
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MicroStrategy Bought 7,002 Bitcoins for $414 Million in Fourth Quarter
Galaxy Digital Sells $500 Milliion in Notes
Inflation Matters in Crypto Market
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MicroStrategy Bought About 7K Bitcoins in Fiscal Fourth Quarter for $414M
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11/29/2021 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Google says hackers are using its cloud to mine crypto" November 28, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $54,399
Ethereum is down 1% at $4,102
and Binance Coin is down 2% at $597
Amp up 16%
Google says hackers are using Google Cloud Platform instances to mine crypto
Crypto .com will sponsor the CONMEBOL Libertadores cup from 2023 to 2026.
El Salvador picks up 100 more BTC.
MoonPay helping celebrities buy NFTs.
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Google's Threat Horizons Report
CONMEBOL announces multi-year partnership with Crypto.com as Official Partner of CONMEBOL Libertadores
Nayib Bukele 🇸🇻 on Twitter: "El Salvador just bought the dip. 100 extra coins acquired with a discount 🥳 #Bitcoin 🇸🇻" / Twitter
MoonPay quietly set up a concierge service to help celebrities buy NFTs
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11/28/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Tanzania plans CBDC" November 27, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $54,891
Ethereum is up .5% at $4,132
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $605
The Graph up 16%
Render Token up 20%
Ankr Network up 28%
Celsius Network suspends employee — possibly CFO.
Bank of Tanzania plans CBDC.
Avocado Guild raises $18M.
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FOMO Drives Tanzanian Central Bank to Plan Own Digital Currency - BNN Bloomberg
Celsius CFO Arrested on Charges Tied to Former Job at Moshe Hogeg’s Firm
Blockchain gaming guild Avocado raises $18 million
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11/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Hilary Clinton calls for crypto regulation to protect U.S. Dollar's reserve status" November 26, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 7% at $54,100
Ethereum is down 9% at $4,032
and Binance Coin is down 7% at $585
Siacoin up 15%
Ankr Network up 16%
Hilary Clinton calls for increased regulation in crypto to protect the dollar’s reserve status.
Chainnews is shutting down amid wider moves by Chinese censors.
Regulators in South Korea are calling for criminal punishment for crypto market manipulation.
Grayscale calls metaverse a trillion dollar a year market.
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China's crypto censorship reaches over news outlets and mining pools
Hillary Clinton: New Rules Needed To Guard Against Tech Company Abuses - YouTube
S. Korean Regulators Call for Criminal Punishments for Crypto Market Manipulation
Grayscale on the Metaverse
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11/26/2021 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Adidas + Coinbase" November 25, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $58,670
Ethereum is up 1.5% at $4,447
and Binance Coin up .5% at $638
Gala up 60%
Curve up 20%
Adidas announces partnership with Coinbase.
Coinbase is acquiring crypto wallet startup BRD.
Andres iniesta warned by the Spanish National Securities Market Commission over a tweet about Binance.
The council of the European union is adopting two proposals for digital assets.
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Coinbase Wallet on Twitter: "GM! We have great news - the BRD team will be joining @CoinbaseWallet to help accelerate web3 adoption. The team brings deep expertise in self-custody for crypto wallets, which will help Wallet enable more people to safely and securely access the decentralized world of crypto." / Twitter
Digital finance package: Council reaches agreement on MiCA and DORA - Consilium
adidas Originals on Twitter: "We’ve partnered with @coinbase. Probably nothing." / Twitter
Soccer Star Andrés Iniesta Warned by Spanish Regulator After Promoting Binance
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11/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Animoca Brands to Cover Losses from 'Phantom Galaxies' Hack" - November 24, 2021
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Animoca Brands to Cover Losses from 'Phantom Galaxies' Hack
$2.5 Million Virtual Land Sale
Bank of England Sees CBDCs
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Bank of England sees CBDCs as a revolution for the future of money
Nifty News: $2.5M virtual land sale, MetaSoccer raises $2.2M, CryptoDragons get Egg-cited
Animoca Brands to Cover Losses From ‘Phantom Galaxies’ Discord Hack
Canadian investment company buys $2.5 million worth of virtual real estate in Decentraland
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11/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 36 seconds
"JRR Token Hobbled" - November 23, 2021
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JRR Token Hobbled
Binance Goes Big
Bitcoin Whales Raise Buy Targets
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Bitcoin whales plan to buy BTC higher as fresh Mt. Gox payouts add to market fear
Binance reportedly wants global wealth funds to get a stake in exchange
You shall not pass: Tolkien estate blocks ‘The Lord of the Rings’ JRR Token
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11/23/2021 • 7 minutes, 23 seconds
"TVL on Ethereum Layer Two Hits New Peak" - November 22, 2021
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TVL on Ethereum Layer Two Hits New Peak
Russians Worried: Crypto Erodes Tax Base?
Three Arrows Capital CEO Walks Back Ethereum Tweet
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Ethereum layer-two TVL reaches all-time high
Crypto can erode tax base, Russia’s tax boss says
Three Arrows Capital CEO backtracks on Ethereum abandonment comments
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11/22/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"El Salvador plans "Bitcoin City"" November 21, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $58,942
Ethereum is up 1% at $4,327
and Binance Coin down slightly at $585
Those are your leaders by market cap, top gainers in the last 24 hours…
Crypto.com chain up 22%
Avalanche up 16%
Bitcoin City to hit the shores of El Salvador — to feature no capital gains, payroll, property, or income taxes.
A man in California will serve three years in a US federal prison for illegal bitcoin exchange & money laundering.
Venezuela scholarships proposed for Axie Infinity Academy
Vegas Car dealership is now accepting Shiba Inu.
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El Salvador plans first 'Bitcoin City', backed by bitcoin bonds | Reuters
(1) Vegas Auto Gallery on Twitter: "Now that we accept #SHIBA let’s us know what cars you’d buy… https://t.co/pfPaw22Hos" / Twitter
Venezuelans promised Axie Infinity scholarships for crypto training courses
Ontario Man Who Ran Multimillion-Dollar Unlicensed Bitcoin Exchange Business Sentenced to 3 Years in Federal Prison | USAO-CDCA | Department of Justice
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11/21/2021 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Jack Dorsey’s TBD releases white paper for DEX" November 20, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $58,602
Ethereum is down slightly at $4,314
and Binance Coin down slightly at $590
Gala up 54%
Harmony up 17%
FC Barcelona cancells their marketing agreement with the NFT marketplace Ownix
Jack Dorsey’s TBD releases white paper detailing a protocol for a decentralized bitcoin exchange
Norway considers putting its weight behind a Swedish crypto mining ban proposal.
German neobank N26 confirms withdrawl from the US
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Norway could back European Bitcoin mining ban, as minister calls energy use 'difficult to justify' | Euronews
Update: N26 to discontinue US operations — N26
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11/20/2021 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"Gemini raises $400M. ConstitutionDAO misses out at Sotheby's auction." November 19, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 3% at $57,198
Ethereum is down slightly at $4,165
and Binance Coin up 1% at $568
Ethos up 130%
Loopring up 16%
ConstitutionDAO misses out at auction.
Gemini raises $400M at a valuation of $7B.
Macy’s New York Thanksgiving day parade will release collection of NFTs.
The SEC is charging a California man over allegedly fraudulent bitcoin schemes.
a16z led the $13M funding round for the Swiss based Nym
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Gemini valued at $7.1 billion in first funding round
Sotheby's on Twitter: "#AuctionUpdate: Tonight's historic sale of The 'Official Edition' of The United States Constitution soared to a record-breaking $43.2 million, with all proceeds benefiting the Dorothy Tapper Goldman Foundation's educational programs for students. https://t.co/uR5ZJT2UY0" / Twitter
Mixnet maker Nym tops up with $13M led by a16z’s crypto fund | TechCrunch
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11/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
"New legislation to amend crypto-related provisions in infrastructure bill." November 18, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $59,067
Ethereum is down 1% at $4,172
and Binance Coin down 1% at $563
The Sandbox up 25%
Algorand up 16%
Decentraland up 16%
US Congressmen introduce legislation to amend the crypto-related provisions in infrastructure bill.
Crypto.com spends $700M for naming rights of LA's Staples Center.
Time magazine partners with with Mike Novogratz's Galaxy Digital to deliver Metaverse Content
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Staples Center to become Crypto.com Arena in reported $700 million naming rights deal
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11/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"India to Ban Crypto for Payments" - November 17, 2021
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India to Ban Crypto for Payments
Digital Ruble CBDC Must Meet Requirements
CZ Says Three Percent of Customers Left Binance Over KYC
China's Bitcoin Ban Big Mistake
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Digital ruble should not affect inflation, Bank of Russia says
India to Ban Crypto as Payment Method but Regulate as Asset: Report
China's Bitcoin Ban Is The Unnoticed Geopolitical Event Of The Decade | ZeroHedge
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11/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 59 seconds
"Whales Buy the Bitcoin Dip" - November 16, 2021
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Whales Buy the Bitcoin Dip
China Warns State Industry Not to Mine Bitcoin
Israel Adopts New AML Laws
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China warns state-owned enterprises to cease involvement in Bitcoin mining
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11/16/2021 • 7 minutes, 12 seconds
"Barbados Establishes Embassy in Metaverse" - November 15, 2021
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Barbados Establishes Embassy in Metaverse
Bitcoin and the End of US Super-Imperialism
Animoca Brands and Cube Entertainment Partner on K-Pop Music Metaverse
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Barbados to Become First Sovereign Nation With an Embassy in the Metaverse
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11/15/2021 • 6 minutes, 42 seconds
"Cream to compensate victims" November 14, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $64,580
Ethereum is up slightly at $4,618
and Binance Coin down slightly at $645
Loopring up 15%
NuCypher up 18%
CREAM finance to compensate victims — influx of tokens decreases price.
Fintech startup Nubank expects to list on the NYSE and B3 exchanges in early December.
Forte raises $725M in a series-B round
Jeffrey Zirlin, Axie Infinity co-founder joins 1kx as a venture partner.
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Moving Forward: Post Exploit Next Steps for C.R.E.A.M. Finance | by C.R.E.A.M. | Nov, 2021 | Medium
Forte Closes Additional $725 Million in Funding to Extend Its Lead in Building a Compliant, Interoperable Blockchain Gaming Platform | Business Wire
Fintech unicorn Nubank expects twin public listings next month, invites app users to become partners
1kx on Twitter: "Today, we are excited to announce that @Jihoz_Axie will be joining 1kx as a Venture Partner where he will be contributing to our investment strategy for the emerging play to earn (P2E) ecosystem." / Twitter
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $63,690
Ethereum is up slightly at $4,619
and Binance Coin down slightly at $630
IoTeX up 31%
Livepeer up 24%
crypto.com chain up 20%
The SEC rejects VanEck’s Spot Bitcoin ETF proposal
Bitcoin’s Taproot upgrade activates this weekend.
Sotheby’s will feature real-time bids in Ethereum for Banksy auction.
AMC theaters will accept Bitcoin, Ether Bitcoin Cash, and Litecoin
Bakkt reports a $28.8M net loss across the third quarter.
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SEC rejection
Sotheby’s to hold real-time bids in ETH for Banksy art auction
Adam Aron on Twitter: "Big newsflash! As promised, many new ways NOW to pay online at AMC. We proudly now accept: drumroll, please… Bitcoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin. Also Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal. Incredibly, they already account for 14% of our total online transactions! Dogecoin next. https://t.co/a7pqYBm7HB" / Twitter
Bakkt - Bakkt Reports Third Quarter 2021 Results
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11/13/2021 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Bumble sets its sights on Web3" November 12, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $63,455
Ethereum is down 1.5% at $4,555
and Binance Coin down 1% at $611
Decentraland up 32%
The Sandbox up 17%
India based WazirX says their user base has grown over 10 times in 2021
Bumble to incorporate web 3 into its relaunch for Bumble BFF
Miami to pass bitcoin staking rewards to residents. Begins with giveaway.
The US Congress Joint Economic Committee to hold hearing on demistifying crypto.
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Demystifying Crypto: Digital Assets and the Role of Government - Demystifying Crypto: Digital Assets and the Role of Government - United States Joint Economic Committee
Miami's mayor says residents will receive a bitcoin dividend in a MiamiCoin wallet
Bumble Inc. (BMBL) Q3 2021 Earnings Call Transcript | The Motley Fool
Indian Crypto Exchange WazirX Says Userbase Has Grown Over 10 Times in 2021
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11/12/2021 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Binance considers France as HQ country" November 11, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 4% at $64,961
Ethereum is down 1% at $4,709
and Binance Coin down 5% at $626
Mina up 41%
Indonesia’s council of religious leaders forbids muslims from using crypto according to Bloomberg
Binance’s CEO CZ says that he is considering France as a HQ country.
The CMA partners with Solo Music to release an NFT collection for the 55th Country Music Awards.
The SEC stops a Wyoming based DAO from registering 2 tokens.
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EXCLUSIF - Binance : le patron de la plus grande plateforme de cryptos mondiale détaille ses ambitions pour la France | Les Echos
Is Cryptocurrency Halal? Indonesia’s Muslim Council MUI Bans Trading - Bloomberg
SEC.gov | Registration of Two Digital Tokens Halted
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11/11/2021 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
"Big Apple Celebrates NYCCoin Launch Tomorrow" - November 10, 2021
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Big Apple Celebrates NYCCoin Launch Tomorrow
Crypto Cool Now
Coinbase Shares Lower
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Coinbase shares to open lower after 75% drop in net income in Q3
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11/10/2021 • 6 minutes, 59 seconds
"Ethereum Name Service's New Token Cap Is $3.1 Billion" - November 9, 2021
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Ethereum Name Service's New Token Cap Is $3.1 Billion
Clear Skies For Bitcoin
Discord Community Split
Rare Pepe Meme NFT Sells for $500,000
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‘Clear skies’ for Bitcoin price discovery if giant $70K BTC sell-wall is scaled
Ethereum Name Service’s new token already has a fully diluted cap of $3.1B
Nifty News: MADworld partners with Xtreme Pong for NFT drop, CryptoDragons NFTs sell out in 10 seconds, and Beeple collector buys Rare Pepe meme NFT for $500K
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11/9/2021 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"NYC Mayor-Elect Wants Crypto Taught in Schools" - November 8, 2021
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NYC Mayor-Elect Wants Crypto Taught in Schools
Matter Labs Raises $50 Million in Series B Round
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11/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 54 seconds
"Police seize $62 million in alleged Filecoin miner Ponzi scheme " November 7, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $61,769
Ethereum is up 1% at $4,547
and Binance Coin up 6% at $658
LCX up 21%
Chinese police seize $62 million in alleged Filecoin miner Ponzi scheme.
Gary Gensler speaks about harsher crypto enforcement at the Securities enforcement forum.
Osmosis is working to prevent front running and the extraction of MEV.
Infrastructure bill passes, may require more of crypto users.
Solidus Labs raises $15M in strategic funding.
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11/7/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"DeFi protocol bZx compromised" November 6, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $61,339
Ethereum is up slightly at $4,495
and Binance Coin up slightly at $620
IoTeX up 63%
Nervos Network up 27%
Rari Governance up 27%
DeFi protocol bZx has been compromised in a 55M leak.
The FBI has released a PSA about a new crypto scam involving crypto ATMs.
Bakkt is getting set to launch Eth trading
Paradigm’s co-founder Matt Huang joined the board of directors for Stripe
This week someone took out a $1.4M loan with an NFT as collateral
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(1) bZx - Fulcrum & Torque (on ETH/BSC/Polygon) on Twitter: "An hour ago it appears that the private key controlling the Polygon and BSC deployments was compromised, leading to loss of funds. The Ethereum deployment is under DAO control and not impacted. We will provide further updates soon." / Twitter
Bakkt Expands Cryptocurrency Offering to Include Ethereum | Business Wire
Paradigm co-founder joins Stripe's board of directors
Someone took out a $1.4 million loan with an NFT as collateral
The FBI has put out a PSA about an interesting crypto scam - The Verge
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11/6/2021 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"NYC mayor-elect says he'll take first paychecks in Bitcoin" November 5, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $61,775
Ethereum is down .5% at $4,516
and Binance Coin up 3% at $609
Crypto.com chain up 22%
Chia up 18%
AR Weave up 17%
NYC Mayor-elect Eric Adams is set to take his first three paychecks in Bitcoin.
Square’s Cashapp saw $1.8B in Bitcoin revenue in the third quarter.
A regulator in South Korea says they do not generally view NFTs as virtual assets.
Gaming startup Mythical Games raised a $150M series-C round led by a16z.
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11/5/2021 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Director Quentin Tarantino to auction uncut Pulp Fiction NFTs" November 4, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $62,025
Ethereum is down .5% at $4,541
and Binance Coin down 1% at $553
Holo up 22%
Amp up 16%
Axie infinity up 15%
The OCC multi-agency crypto sprint has wrapped up — details soon.
Binance is taking steps against the project Squid that they’ve labelled a scam
Quentin Tarantino is getting set to auction off 6 uncut scripts of Pulp Fiction as NFTs
El Salvadorian President Bukele announces new Bitcoin education project yesterday.
A DAO that includes Vincent Van Dough has spent $250k on an NFT of a large cube of tungsten.
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11/4/2021 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"Lost in Space for Houbi's Eighth Anniversary?" - November 3, 2021
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Lost in Space for Houbi's Eighth Anniversary?
Crypto.com Releases UFC NFTs
NYSE Arca Wants to List and Operate Bitcoin ETP
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Cryptocurrency trading platform Crypto.com to debut UFC NFTs
NYSE Arca files with SEC to list Bitwise Bitcoin ETP Trust
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11/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Squid Game Over; Ether Burns; Banks Hiring Crypto Brains Big" November 2, 2021
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Squid Game Over; Ether Burns; Banks Hiring Crypto Brains Big
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Ethereum sees first consecutive week of deflationary issuance
Top US banks offer big incentives to lure crypto talent
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11/2/2021 • 7 minutes, 31 seconds
"Huobi Trials NFT Marletplace" - November 1, 2021
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Houbi Trials NFT Marketplace
Twitter Flags Suid Game Accounts
Bitcoin Ready for Central Bank Meetings
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Huobi trials NFT marketplace to further GameFi and metaverse strategy
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11/1/2021 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"AWS seeks Financial Services Specialist to increase digital asset capabilities " October 31, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $60,378
Ethereum is up slightly at $4,203
and Binance Coin down slightly at $512
Zillqua up 17%
Decentraland up 16%
ARweave up 15%
Today’s the 13th anniversary of the publishing of the Bitcoin white paper
Justin Sun has withdrawn billions of dollars of crypto from AAVE’s lending pools.
Cardano-based DeFi protocol Ardana raises $10M in strategic funding.
AWS seeks specialist to build digital asset underwriting, transaction, and custody in the cloud.
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10/31/2021 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"NYDIG acquires Bottlepay " October 30, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $61,396
Ethereum is up .5% at $4,298
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $521
Decentraland up 87%
The Sandbox up 37%
Basic attention token up 33%
CryptoPunk 9998 wash traded their NFT for over $500M
NYDIG acquires UK Startup Bottlepay with a $300M stock purchase
DOJ looks for supervisory trial attorney to lead new Crypto department.
Coinlist now valued at over $1.5B
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CoinList is now valued at $1.5 billion with a fresh $100 million in funding
NYDIG acquires British bitcoin startup Bottlepay in $300 million stock purchase
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10/30/2021 • 6 minutes, 53 seconds
"MicroStrategy adds 9,000 BTC" October 29, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $60,959
Ethereum is down 1% at $4,328
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $497
Decentraland up 50%
Basic attention token up 16%
Helium up 15%
Ether has topped 4.4k for the first time
New Jersey has hit five crypto scams with cease and desist orders
Wharton school of business will take crypto for a new online program called Economics of Blockchain and Digital Assets.
Microstrategy has added almost 9k bitcoins to its holdings.
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Wharton School to accept crypto tuition payments for new blockchain program
New Jersey Bureau of Securities Issues Five Orders Directing Website Operators to Stop Offering Fraudulent Cryptocurrency Investment Opportunities - New Jersey Office of Attorney General
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10/29/2021 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"El Salvador buys another 420 BTC " October 28, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 3% at $61,010
Ethereum is up 3% at $4,160
and Binance Coin is up 5% even at $480
Shiba Inu up 47%
Dogecoin up 37%
Fantom up 15%
China says it will release a new national blockchain standard next year.
Cream Finance has been hacked for more than $130M
El Salvador buys another 420 Bitcoin
Adobe partners with OpenSea and other marketplaces to display NFT credentials.
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Cream Finance 🍦 on Twitter: "Our Ethereum C.R.E.A.M. v1 lending markets were exploited and liquidity was removed on October 27, 1354 UTC. The attacker removed a total of ~$130m USD worth of tokens from these markets, using this address: https://t.co/17sPIDpCmr No other markets were impacted." / Twitter
El Salvador announces purchase of 420 bitcoin, worth nearly $25 million
Adobe partners with OpenSea and other NFT marketplaces to display content credentials
China to Release National Blockchain Standard Next Year, Says Official: Report
MicroStrategy Adds Almost 9,000 Bitcoins to Its Holdings in Third Quarter
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10/28/2021 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
"Redditors Cheer as GameStop Assembles NFT Experts" - October 27, 2021
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Redditors Cheer as GameStop Assembles NFT Experts
Dubai Regulators Approve The Bitcoin Fund
QuickNode Raises $35 Million in Series A Funding Round
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10/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Bitcoin Upgrade Taproot Already Priced In" - October 26, 2021
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Bitcoin Upgrade Taproot Already Priced In
SuperRare Hits $31.4 Million Sales with Time to Spare
GBTC Outperforms New ETFs
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SuperRare has fewer buyers, but they purchase more expensive NFTs, data shows
Taproot, Bitcoin’s Next Big Upgrade, Might Already Be Priced In
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10/26/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Tom Luongo Breaks Down Gary Gensler's Approval of Bitcoin ETF: A Trap!"
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Tom Luongo Breaks Down Gary Gensler's Approval of Bitcoin ETF: A Trap
LedgerX Now FTX US Derivatives
Russian Crypto Executive Wants More RegulationComplains
Senator Rand Paul: Crypto Becoming World's Reserve Currency?
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FTX Crypto Exchange Finalizes LedgerX Acquisition
Luongo: Is The Bitcoin ETF "A Trap"? | ZeroHedge
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10/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Nigeria's Central Bank to launch digital currency eNaira tomorrow" October 24 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $60,399
Ethereum is up slightly at $4,039
and Binance Coin is near even at $475
Shiba Inu up 47%
Kadena up 47%
Lukso up 24%
The central bank of Nigeria plans to launch its digital currency the eNaira tomorrow
Peter Thiel’s Venture group Valar Ventures is leading the $27M series A for XanPool
Metacask Macallan barrel sells for record $2.3M
Stronghold Digital mining’s stock spiked 52% on its first day of trading.
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XanPool secured US $27 million in a Series A financing round
Stronghold Digital Mining stock spikes 52% after initial public offering
NFT Tied to Rare Whiskey Cask Auctions for $2.3M
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10/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"WWF's Endangered NFTs " October 23, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $61,665
Ethereum is up slightly at $4,046
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $482
Sentinel up 30%
Syscoin up 15%
Coinbase spends nearly $800k on lobbying in the third quarter of 2021
Germany’s world wildlife fund to sell NFTs to raise money for endangered species.
The Associated Press is partnering with Chainlink to put journalistic information on is blockchain.
Valkyrie’s bitcoin futures ETF posted trade volumes that approached $80M
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Coinbase spent nearly $800K on lobbying in 2021's third quarter as part of influence revamp
Second U.S. Bitcoin Futures ETF Makes Lower-Profile Debut
Germany’s World Wildlife Fund to sell NFTs featuring endangered species
AP Definitive Source | Putting the facts on blockchain
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10/23/2021 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Bored Ape #8585 sets records. Worldcoin Orb makes waves." October 22, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $63,316
Ethereum is down slightly at $4,118
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $491
Moon river up 22%
OKB up 18%
Thorchain up 18%
Greenidge Generation Holdings to acquire South Carolina location, considers Texas plots.
FTX raises $420,690,000 in their series B-1.
Bored Ape #8585 (a crowned, mutated ape with trippy fur) sells for a record 696.969ETH ($2.7M)
Worldcoin makes waves with its Orb rollout.
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FTX Raises $420,690,000
Greenidge announcement
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10/22/2021 • 7 minutes, 4 seconds
"Fresh BTC all-time high" October 21, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $64,702
Ethereum is down 3.5% at $4,180
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $488
Moonriver up 23%
Safemoon up 16%
Solana up 15%
Bitcoin hit a fresh all-time high above 66k
NFT ownership collective PleasrDAO says it purchased the ‘Once Upon a Time in Shaolin' Wu-Tang Clan
Coinbase announces multi-year sponsorship deal with the NBA & the WNBA.
Russian oil industry executives ask regulators to allow them to mine crypto with wasted flare gas.
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Russian oil industry asks regulators to allow crypto mining using flare gas
Coinbase announces multiyear sponsorship deal with NBA, WNBA
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10/21/2021 • 6 minutes, 56 seconds
"ProShares Bitcoin ETF Day One Volume Over One Billion Dollars" - October 20, 2021
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ProShares Bitcoin ETF Day One Volume Over One Billion Dollars
Mashinsky Offers One Million Reward for Info on Tether
Senators Want Zuckerberg's Wallet
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Senators pressure Facebook to ‘immediately discontinue’ Novi wallet pilot
Mashinsky says USDT is minted for crypto as $1M bounty offered to unpick reserves
Bitcoin futures ETF debuts with highest-ever first day ‘natural’ volume of $1B
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10/20/2021 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
"Nexo Not Guilty in NY" October 19, 2021
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Nexo Not Guilty in NY
France Piloting CBDC
Russia Replacing Dollar with Digital and Other Assets
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Russia aims to replace US dollar reserves with digital assets in long term
French central bank pilots blockchain-based CBDC for debt market
Crypto lender Nexo confirms NYAG order, calls it a ‘mix up’
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10/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
"Bitcoin ETF on NYSE October 19" - October 18, 2021
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Bitcoin ETF on NYSE October 19
Grayscale to Implement ETF
Epic Welcomes Blockchain
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Epic welcomes blockchain games but don't expect any Fortnite NFTs
Grayscale hints at plans to convert Bitcoin trust into BTC-settled ETF
Bitcoin's Futures ETF To Launch Tuesday | ZeroHedge
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10/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Square considers mining Bitcoin" October 17, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $60,780
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,845
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $467
Syscoin up 95%
Keep Network up 44%
Square is investigating building a bitcoin mining system
Gaming powerhouse Steam has kicked blockchain-based games off its platform — Epic steps up.
Sotheby’s launched a curated NFT platform called Sotheby’s Metaverse.
Belarus introduced a special electricity tariff for miners
Tribe Capital is launching a $75M crypto fund.
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jack⚡️ on Twitter: "Square is considering building a Bitcoin mining system based on custom silicon and open source for individuals and businesses worldwide. If we do this, we’d follow our hardware wallet model: build in the open in collaboration with the community. First some thoughts and questions." / Twitter
Steam Boots Blockchain-Based Video Games From Its Platform
Sotheby’s launches curated NFT platform called Sotheby’s Metaverse
Tribe Capital to Launch $75M Crypto Fund
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10/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"SEC okays Bitcoin Futures ETF" October 16, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $61,534
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,951
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $479
Klaytn up 34%
Amp up 15%
Bitcoin Gold up 15%
The SEC gives Bitcoin futures ETFs the greenlight.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has fined and settled $42.5M against Tether and Bitfinex.
CryptoPunk owner declines big bid.
Bit Mining’s subsidiary BTC.com said they will exit mainland China amid crackdown
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SEC Approves Bitcoin ETF, Opening Crypto to Wider Investor Base
CFTC Orders Tether and Bitfinex to Pay Fines Totaling $42.5 Million | CFTC
CryptoPunk owner seemingly turns down a $9.5 million bid for his rare NFT
BIT Mining exit mainland china market
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10/16/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Possible Bitcoin Futures ETF" October 15th 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $59,364
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,773
and Binance Coin is down 4% at $460
Polygon up 18%
Loopring up 15%
Bitcoin up on Bloomberg speculation that the SEC will allow a bitcoin futures ETF.
Data compiled by the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance suggests US leads Bitcoin mining hash rate.
A man in the UK has been jailed for 13 months for stealing electricity to mine crypto.
London investment app Plum has secured $14M of a $24M series A.
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Bitcoin Futures ETFs Are Poised for Milestone With Debut in U.S. - Bloomberg
Savings and investment app Plum secures $14 million of funding
U.S. Now World Leader in Bitcoin Production | ETF Trends
UK Jails Crypto Miner for 13 Months for Stealing Electricity: Report — CoinDesk
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10/15/2021 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"NFT firm Recur signs deal with ViacomCBS" October 14th, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $57,539
Ethereum is up 2.5% at $3,730
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $480
Polkadot up 17%
Kusama up 16%
VeChain up 15%
The Zhejiang Cyberspace Administration is cracking down on illicit mining in governmental buildings.
Over 900k signups for Coinbase NFT breaks site.
Ethereum user spends over 530k in transaction fees.
NFT firm Recur signs deal with ViacomCBS.
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Sanchan S Saxena on Twitter: "We just announced the upcoming launch of Coinbase NFT (https://t.co/U1ymWieRT3). We are getting a LOT of signups - so grateful for all your interest 🙏🙏. We are seeing insane loads on our servers and our team is working hard to get this resolved. Check back soon! #Coinbase" / Twitter
Ethereum user pays $430,000 in transaction fees for a failed payment
ViacomCBS gets into NFTs via a partnership with NFT startup Recur | TechCrunch
China's Zhejiang busts GPU miners earning crypto in government agencies
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10/14/2021 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Coinbase to Launch NFT Marketplace" - October 13, 2021
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Coinbase to Launch NFT Marketplace
Ethereum Developers Accomplishes The Merge
Bitcoin Futures Likely Delayed to 2022
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Bitcoin futures ETF will likely be delayed until 2022, says research firm CFRA
Coinbase Plans To Launch NFT Marketplace By End Of Year | ZeroHedge
Ethereum’s Latest Progress Toward Proof-of-Stake — CoinDesk
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10/13/2021 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"MoonPay to Reach $3.4 Billion Valuation" - October 12, 2021
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MoonPay to Reach $3.4 Billion Valuation
Baakt Partners with Google Pay
FTX.US Expands NFT Marketplace: Supports Solana
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Bakkt crypto exchange partners with Google for payments
Crypto startup MoonPay reaches $3.4 billion valuation after first fundraise
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10/12/2021 • 6 minutes, 33 seconds
"Elliptic Raises $60 Million" - October 11, 2021
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Elliptic Raises $60 Million
South Korean Opposition Party Challenges Crypto Law
Cruz: Texas Should Use Waste Natural Gas to Mine Bitcoin
Cruz: Infrastructure Bill Has Bad Crypto Provision
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Texas should use Bitcoin mining to capture wasted natural gas: Sen. Ted Cruz
South Korean opposition set to tackle controversial crypto tax law
Blockchain Analytics Firm Elliptic Raises $60M to Fund R&D, Expansion — CoinDesk
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10/11/2021 • 7 minutes
"Online vote for Mt. Gox creditors closes" October 10th, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $54,897
Ethereum is down .5% at $3,538
and Cardano is down slightly at $2.24
Stacks up 51%
Harmony up 16%
SEC approves Volt Equity’s Crypto Stock ETF.
JPMorgan says institutional investors are trending towards Bitcion from gold
Online vote for Mt. Gox creditors closes
Another bitcoin ATM has been stolen by thieves.
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JPMorgan Says Institutional Investors Are Replacing Gold With Bitcoin — CoinDesk
Mt. Gox Voting Deadline for Creditors Ends — CoinDesk
SEC Approves Volt Equity’s Crypto Stock ETF — CoinDesk
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10/10/2021 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"BlockFi files for Bitcoin futures ETF. BAYC investigates token." October 9, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $54,884
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,599
and Cardano is up slightly at $2.28
BitTorrent up 21%
Wootrade Network up 18%
Verge up 15%
BlockFi files for Bitcoin futures ETF.
Bored Ape Yacht Club is looking to launch its own token
Binance US has promoted its president Brian Shroder to CEO
Binance shutters derivatives trading in South Africa
Colombian fintech firm Movii has raised a $15M series B
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New NFT marketplace takes direct aim at OpenSea — with a token
Changes to Binance offerings in South Africa | Binance Support
Bored Ape Yacht Club on Twitter: "Good evening, apes. Been hearing a question around the club a lot: WEN TOKEN? 🤔 Wen token indeed . . . Some thoughts below." / Twitter
BlockFi Files for Bitcoin Futures ETF — CoinDesk
Colombian Fintech Movii Raises $15M in Series B Round — CoinDesk
Binance.US Names Brian Shroder CEO
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10/9/2021 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
"Wolfgang Beltracchi enters the NFT scene" October 8, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $55,260
Ethereum is down .5% at $3,618
and Cardano is down .5% at $2.27
Fantom up 26%
Harmony up 21%
Famed art forger Wolfgang Beltracchi is stepping into the NFT market
Bitcoin mining firms in North America are stockpiling Bitcoin.
Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming discloses bitcoin purchase between $50k and $100k.
Bloomberg's report on Tether.
Links:
Crypto Mystery: Where’s the $69 Billion Backing the Stablecoin Tether? - Bloomberg
Periodic Transaction Report for 10/07/2021 filed by Cynthia M Lummis - Senate Financial Disclosures
US-listed mining firms have hoarded over $1 billion worth of bitcoin
Notorious art forger Wolfgang Beltracchi enters the NFT world
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10/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
"CoinSwitch Kuber raises 260M. US FDIC looks at stablecoins." October 7, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $54,361
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,577
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $445
Shiba Inu up 43%
Fantom up 32%
Arweave up 16%
CoinSwitch Kuber has raised 260M in a series C.
Moneygram is partnering up with the Stellar development foundation for crypto payouts in local currencies.
Billionaire investor George Soros’ family office has invested in some Bitcoin
The US FDIC is looking into whether it can handle deposit insurance for stable coins.
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Indian crypto exchange CoinSwitch Kuber raises $260M in new funding
MoneyGram Announces Innovative Partnership with the Stellar Development Foundation to Utilize Blockchain Technology
US FDIC Said to Be Studying Deposit Insurance for Stablecoins — CoinDesk
Soros Fund CEO Fitzpatrick on Market Outlook - YouTube
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10/7/2021 • 6 minutes, 59 seconds
"No Ban on Crypto" - October 6, 2021
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No Ban on Crypto
AMC Tickets for Crypto
Warren Wants Data on Ransomware Attacks
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US Senator Warren introduces bill to study crypto’s role in ransomware
AMC Theatres debuts crypto payments for e-gift card purchases
SEC Chair Gensler: A Ban on Crypto Would Be ‘Up to Congress’ — CoinDesk
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10/6/2021 • 6 minutes, 27 seconds
"Dapper Labs Acquires Brud" - October 5, 2021
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Dapper Labs Acquires Brud
Circle Cooperating with SEC
Bitcoin Best Investment of 2021
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Bitcoin beats stocks, commodities to become best-performing asset of 2021
Circle reveals cooperation in ongoing SEC investigation
Dapper Labs acquires CGI influencer developer Brud
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10/5/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"SEC Again Delays Four ETF Applications" - October 4, 2021
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SEC Again Delays Four ETF Applications
Fed to Request Comments on CBDC
Auction World Adopting Bitcoin
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SEC rolls decisions on four bitcoin ETF applications to end of 2021
Fed to Launch CBDC Review as Early as This Week: Report — CoinDesk
Colin McRae’s long-lost rally car reportedly sold for Bitcoin at auction
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10/4/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Ripple hopes to make a splash with NFTs. Miami's lucrative partnership with CityCoins." October 3, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $47,970
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,411
and Cardano is up 1% at $2.27
Dent up 20%
Arweave up 16%
OMG Network up 15%
Czech Prince William Rudolf Lobkowicz set to preserve historic paintings with NFTs.
Ripple announced a $250M fund to support NFT projects on XRP Ledger.
Miami’s partnership with CityCoins has brought in millions since the beginning of the project
San Jose partners with Helium to bring internet to low-income residents.
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Ripple launches a $250 million creator fund to support the growth of NFTs on its platform | Currency News | Financial and Business News | Markets Insider
Old Meets New as Czech Royal Family Drops High-Art NFTs — CoinDesk
San José Launches New Initiative to Help Low-Income Residents Pay for Internet Services | News | City of San Jose
’MiamiCoin’ cryptocurrency is a potential game-changer for city revenue - The Washington Post
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10/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Axie Infinity DEX, Grayscale adds Solana" October 2, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $47,761
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,308
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $425
Axie Infinity up 31%
Theta Network up 15%
Biden administration to focus on cybersecurity & also looks at regulation of stablecoin issuers.
Around 6000 Coinbase accounts were compromised through MFA this spring.
Axie Infinity is debuting a decentralized exchange.
Grayscale adds Solana, Uniswap to digital large cap fund.
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Axie Infinity is launching a decentralized exchange
Statement by President Joe Biden on Cybersecurity Awareness Month | The White House
Biden Administration Seeks to Regulate Stablecoin Issuers as Banks - WSJ
Hackers rob thousands of Coinbase customers using MFA flaw
Grayscale Adds Solana to $494M Digital Large Cap Fund — CoinDesk
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10/2/2021 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"TikTok NFT collection. EL Salvador mines BTC from volcano." October 1, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $47,504
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,236
and Cardano is up slightly at $2.24
Vechain up 24%
AMP up 15%
THORchain up 15%
El Salvador has started mining bitcoin with geothermal energy from volcanos.
The bank of England starfs up third-party working groups to provide input into CBDC.
TikTok announces NFT collection that will partner with top creators.
Rugpull in Solana NFT project.
US Fed Chair Jerome Powell said he’d misspoken abut CBDCs replacing private cryptos.
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Nayib Bukele 🇸🇻 on Twitter: "We’re still testing and installing, but this is officially the first #Bitcoin mining from the #volcanode 🌋" / Twitter
Membership of CBDC Engagement and Technology Forums | Bank of England
TikTok launches first creator-led NFT collection | TikTok Newsroom
Supposed 17-year-old artist sells $138,000 of fake NFTs and disappears
Fed Chair Powell Says He Has ‘No Intention’ of Banning Crypto — CoinDesk
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10/1/2021 • 7 minutes, 8 seconds
"Visa focuses on CBDC interoperability" September 30th, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $43,115
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,969
and Cardano is up slightly at $2.08
Polymath up 27%
Omg Network up 17%
Safemoon up 15%
Visa has developed a conceptual protocol that demonstrates how various CBDCs can be interoperable for payments.
A bug in the Compound finance upgrade makes extra COMP available to be claimed.
1inch blocks US trades in preparation for standing up American-only platform
Coinshift announces $2.5M seed round.
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Making digital currency interoperable | Visa
Compound Labs on Twitter: "🚨 Unusual activity has been reported regarding the distribution of COMP following the execution of Proposal 062. No supplied/borrowed funds are at risk -- Compound Labs and members of the community are investigating discrepancies in the COMP distribution." / Twitter
Crypto treasury management platform Coinshift raises $2.5 million
DEX aggregator 1inch blocks out US trades in preparation for separate American platform
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Impossible to Destroy Crypto
First Crypto Fund in Switzerland
Geo-thermal Crypto Mining Plant in El Salvador
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El Salvador president teases geothermal Bitcoin mining farm
Crypto is impossible to destroy, says Tesla CEO Elon Musk
First cryptocurrency fund approved in Switzerland
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says U.S. government should avoid regulating crypto
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9/29/2021 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Alibaba Bans Crypto Miners" - September 28, 2021
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Alibaba Bans Crypto Miners
IRS Wants Crypto-Weed Sales Money
Roll N The Dough
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Alibaba to ban crypto miner sales amid Chinese crackdown
Crypto tax ‘a top enforcement priority,’ reminds IRS Commissioner
Social Token Site Roll Gets Boost With $10M Series A Led by IOSG Ventures — CoinDesk
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9/28/2021 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Genesis Tests New Product"- September 27, 2021
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Genesis Tests New Product
Bitcoin Mining Company Buys Power Plant
BlockFi Gets Another Extension
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BlockFi Gets Another Extension From NJ Regulators on New Interest Accounts Ban — CoinDesk
Bitcoin mining company buys Pennsylvania power plant to meet electricity needs | TechSpot
Genesis tests end-of-day pricing for institutional crypto futures product
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9/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Cardano announces partnership with Dish Network & Chainlink " September 26th 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $43,298
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,001
and Cardano is up .5% at $2.28
Perpetual protocol up 25%
Uniswap up 20%
Sushiswap up 16%
Cardano announces partnership with Dish Network & Chainlink
Huobi will suspend all China-based user accounts later this year
Italian payments giant Nexi says it has a role in the design of the digital euro.
Philadelphia 76ers are the second NBA team to set a crypto ad patch deal.
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Charles Hoskinson on Twitter: "Here's the Dish/Boost announcement: https://t.co/bzk35RbcaM" / Twitter
Huobi Global to Gradually Retire Existing Mainland China Users-Huobi Global-Official Huobi Website
Italian Payments Giant Nexi Says It Is ‘Contributing’ to Design of Digital Euro — CoinDesk
76ers Become Second NBA Team to Ink Crypto Ad Patch Deal — CoinDesk
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9/26/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"World's largest Ethereum mining pool to suspend miner service in China " September 25, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $42,474
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,906
and Cardano is down 1.5% at $2.34
Harmony up 25%
Fantom up 22%
Tezos up 20%
Pat Toomey, senator in Pennsylvania called china’s crackdown on crypto "a big opportunity for the U.S".
Sparkpool, The world's largest Ethereum mining pool has said it will stop providing services to miners based in mainland China
FTX is preparing for a HQ move from long-standing Hong Kong to the Bahamas
FTX signed long-term sponsorship deals with the F1 team Mercedes-AMG Petronas.
Coach and GQ China are setting up to launch NFTs on Ethereum via ZK rollups.
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FTX signs sponsorship deal with top F1 team Mercedes-AMG Petronas
Senator Pat Toomey on Twitter: "China’s authoritarian crackdown on crypto, including #Bitcoin, is a big opportunity for the U.S. It’s also a reminder of our huge structural advantage over China." / Twitter
SBF on Twitter: "1) We're really excited to be setting up @FTX_Official's headquarters in The Bahamas! a) The Bahamas is one of the few places to set up a comprehensive framework for crypto; FTX is registered b) The Bahamas has emerged from COVID lively, safe, and without quarantine" / Twitter
The world's largest Ethereum mining pool says it will no longer serve Chinese miners
Coach and GQ China Arm to Launch NFTs on Ethereum — CoinDesk
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9/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"China cracks down on crypto. Twitter adds Bitcoin tips, Time's NFT drop." September 24, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $41,368
Ethereum is even at $2,816
and Cardano is up 4% at $2.21
Phantasma up 30%
Ren up 19%
The People’s Bank of China toughens its stance against crypto and crypto trading activities.
Time Magazine dropped a pack of hidden NFTs — to be revealed at 6pm today.
Twitter is adding bitcoin lightning tips and NFT authentication features.
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Twitter to Add Bitcoin Lightning Tips, NFT Authentication — CoinDesk
Chaotic TIME Magazine NFT Launch Sends Gas Fees Spiraling — CoinDesk
China issues tougher measures to keep cracking down on crypto trading
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9/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 58 seconds
"Dapper Labs picks up another $250M in funding" September 23, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $43,745
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,067
and Cardano is down 1% at $2.20
Terra up 23%
Avalanche up 21%
Cosmos up 21%
Snoop Dogg reveals himself as the NFT collector Cozomo de' Medici.
Dapper labs raised another $250M in funding — valuation tops $7B.
Bitcoin .org briefly hacked to promote scammy bitcoin giveaway.
US magistrate judge denies Ripple’s request for documents detailing regulators crypto trading activity.
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Ruling in Ripple case
Bitcoin.org site appears to be hacked for promoting bitcoin giveaways
NBA Top Shot creator Dapper Labs raises another $250 million | TechCrunch
Snoop Dogg Says He's the NFT Influencer CozomoMedici - The Street Crypto: Bitcoin and cryptocurrency news, advice, analysis and more
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9/23/2021 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
"Chainalysis Spies at Walletexplorer.com" - September 22, 2021
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Chainalysis Spies at Walletexplorer.com
HSBC CEO Backs CBDCs over Crypto
SEC Gets Two New Filings for ETFs and DeFi
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SEC registrants seek DeFi and physically backed Bitcoin ETF approval
Leaked Slides Show How Chainalysis Flags Crypto Suspects for Cops — CoinDesk
HSBC CEO backs CBDCs against crypto and stablecoins
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9/22/2021 • 7 minutes, 29 seconds
"TruLayer Now a Unicorn" - September 21, 2021
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TruLayer Now a Unicorn
Deutsche Boerse Adds ETNs
Binance Ceases Crypto Futures in Australia
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Binance to cease crypto futures and options in Australia
Deutsche Boerse launches Solana and Polkadot ETNs by VanEck
London-Based Open Banking Startup TrueLayer Raises $130M Led by Tiger Global, Stripe — CoinDesk
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9/21/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"El Salvador Number Three in Crypto ATMs" - September 20, 2021
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El Salvador Number Three in Crypto ATMs
200 Smart Contracts on Cardano
Henry Ford Envisioned Crypto?
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200 smart contracts on Cardano... but there’s a catch
El Salvador ranks third in global Bitcoin ATM installations, data finds
100 years ago, Henry Ford proposed ‘energy currency’ to replace gold
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9/20/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Christies to auction full set of Curio Cards, bidding in Eth" September 19, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $47,405
Ethereum is down 1.5% at $3,340
and Cardano is down 1% at $2.34
Conflux Network up 145%
UTrust up 25%
DFI.Money up 18%
Floating Point group closes $10M series A round.
Sushi Swap’s Core Contributor 0xMaki is transitioning out to an advisory role.
Bakkt is set to go public next month
Christies is selling a full set of 31 Curio Cards
Lender Celsius has received court orders from Texas and New Jersey — BlockFi Dejavu.
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CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
VPC Impact Acquisition Holdings and Bakkt Holdings, LLC Announce Effectiveness of Registration Statement and Special Meeting Date for Proposed Business Combination | Business Wire
0xMaki 源 義経 🦇🔊 on Twitter: "I will always be there for @SushiSwap but going forward I'll be in a different role. https://t.co/ybD9Jyg6HN" / Twitter
New Jersey Bureau of Securities Orders Cryptocurrency Firm Celsius to Halt the Offer and Sale of Unregistered Interest-Bearing Investments - New Jersey Office of Attorney General
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9/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"More trouble for Binance" September 18, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $48,547
Ethereum is down .5% at $3,504
and Cardano is down 1% at $2.40
Gala up 44%
Ecomi up 16%
Solana up 15%
Canaan announced a record quarterly revenue of $167M
Monica Rizzolli’s "Fragments of an Infinite Field" sold out in an hour for $5.3M
Australian national Stefan Qin was sentenced to 7.5 years for his part in a $90M Ponzi scheme.
Binance is moving away from its decentralized headquarters & faces a CFTC investigation into insider trading.
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Canaan nets record bitcoin miner sales with $167 million in Q2
Generative artist nets $5.38 million in latest Art Blocks hit
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
Binance battles regulatory headwinds as world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange seeks financial legitimacy | South China Morning Post
Binance Probe by US Expands to Examine Possible Insider Trading - Bloomberg
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9/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
"Heist at Jay Peg Auto Mart" September 17, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $47,351
Ethereum is down .5% at $3,437
and Cardano is down slightly at $2.36
Aelf up 35%
Shiba Inu up 24%
Audius up 24%
More than a billion dollars worth of Ether has been burned since Ethereum’s London upgrade.
Franklin Templeton has formed a blockchain venture fund that has already raised $10M
Audius has raised $5M from giants in the music industry.
Joke Project Jay Peg Auto Mart sees $3M siphoned from SushiSwaps MISO launchpad.
Decentral Games makes strategic investment in GameFi DAO supporting metaverse poker.
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More than $1 billion worth of ether has been burned since Ethereum's London upgrade
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‘Kia Sedona’ NFT sale goes belly up as $3 million goes missing
Audius Announces $5 Million Strategic Investment From Katy Perry, The Chainsmokers, Nas, Jason Derulo, Pusha T, Guy Oseary’s Sound Ventures, Electric | LinkedIn
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9/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Vitalik Buterin on Time’s "Most Influential" list" September 16, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $47,896
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,620
and Cardano is up slightly at $2.47
Sushi Swap up 22%
Avalanche up 18%
Thorchain up 16%
China increases hunt for illicit miners.
Nate Chastain accused of insider trading at OpenSea.
BitMEX’s first employee has agreed to be extradited to the US to face money laundering charges.
Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin made Time’s ‘most influential’ list.
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9/16/2021 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Coinbase Ups Junk Bond Offering to Two Billion" - September 15, 2021
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Coinbase Ups Junk Bond Offering to Two Billion
Solana Suffers D-of-S Disruption
Fidelity Woos SEC Over ETF
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Solana and Arbitrum knocked offline, while Ethereum evades attack
Coinbase increases junk-bond offering to $2B after investors swarm
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9/15/2021 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Institutional Traders Buying Solana Big" - September 14, 2014
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Institutional Traders Buying Solana Big
BlockFi CEO Looks to SEC
Zip Eyes "Millenial Finance Diet" with Crypto Trading
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Institutional traders flock to Solana as demand for ETH and BTC flattens
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9/14/2021 • 7 minutes, 1 second
"MicroStrategy Buys Five Thousand Fifty More Bitcoins" - September 13, 2021
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MicroStrategy Buys Five Thousand Fifty More Bitcoins
Interactive Brokers Teams with Paxos to Allow Crypto Purchases
Brevan Howard Expanding Crypto and Digital Assets
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9/13/2021 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Ark investments looks to Canadian Crypto ETFs" September 12, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $45,973
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,437
and Cardano is up slightly at $2.61
Avalanche up 23%
Tron up 20%
Elrond up 19%
Ark investments looks to add Canadian Crypto ETFs
The Paris Saint Germain football club adds crypto.com as their cryptocurrency partner.
a16z seeks token delegate applicants for their DeFi investments.
Dom Hofmann releases WAGMIGOTCHI. Project sees $43k spent in gas fees.
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alexkroeger.eth on Twitter: "In August we at a16z open sourced our thinking around token delegation. Today we’re opening up a delegate application for individuals and organizations interested in participating in DeFi governance for Uniswap and Compound. https://t.co/xijgthsimx" / Twitter
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9/12/2021 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Giancarlo announces book on crypto and the future of money" September 11, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $45,612
Ethereum is down .5% at $3,301
and Cardano is up 3% at $2.74
Serum up 25%
Harmony up 18%
Hedra Hashgraph up 18%
Christopher Giancarlo announces forthcoming book: CryptoDad: the fight for the future of money.
Benoit Coeure calls on central banks to act now on crypto and DeFi.
Sothebys' auction of 101 bored ape yacht club NFTs closed at $24.4M — a $6M premium.
The UK post office will allow crypto purchase for some customers starting next week
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Chris Giancarlo on Twitter: "Seeing the greatest danger to #America’s future in #Washington’s focus on the past, my new book #CryptoDad urges courageous new policy leadership to harness the digitization of the global economy and the coming future of money https://t.co/hFfpSUOESO" / Twitter
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9/11/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Mastercard acquires Ciphertrace" September 10, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $46,435
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,412
and Cardano is down slightly at $2.49
Tezos up 30%
Luna up 28%
Avalanche up 15%
Mastercard acquires crypto tracing firm ciphertrace
A bug on OpenSea destroys $100k worth of NFTs.
Steph Curry joins Tom Brady as an FTX ambassador.
La Liga partners with Sorare as first top soccer league to offer NFTs of all the players.
The Algorand foundation launches $300M DeFi innovation fund
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OpenSea bug destroys $100,000 worth of NFTs, including historical ENS name
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LaLiga partners with Sorare to enter the world of NFTs
Mastercard Acquires CipherTrace to Enhance Crypto Capabilities | Business Wire
Algorand Foundation Launches $300 Million USD Viridis Fund to Support DeFi Innovation | Algorand Foundation
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9/10/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"North American Bitcoin miners stockpile with new power" September 9, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $46,331
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,488
and Cardano is up .5% at $2.60
Solana up 28%
Algorand up 19%
Avalanche up 17%
North American Bitcoin miners are stockpiling bitcoins with their new hash power.
Bitmain is sending 56k bitcoin miners to Georgia — boosting its stake in North American mining.
The SEC is charging the 2017 ICO project Rivetz — and Steven Sprague — with failure to register.
Priority transaction network Eden raised $17.4M in a token sale.
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Rivetz Corp., Rivetz International SEZC, and Steven K. Sprague (Release No. LR-25198; Sep. 8, 2021)
US Bitcoin miners see record months as they stockpile 18,000 BTC
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9/9/2021 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"SEC Threatens Coinbase, Again" - September 8, 2021
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SEC Threatens Coinbase, Again
Merchants Must Accept Bitcoin in El Salvador
Afterpay Says Crypto Lowers Costs
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El Salvador says merchants must process BTC transactions — Or they may face action
Afterpay tells Senate inquiry crypto could slash merchant payment costs
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9/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
"El Salvador Buying Crypto" - September 7, 2021
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El Salvador Buying Crypto
Teens Want Crypto More Than Real Estate
Thai SEC Intends to Revoke Houbi License
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One in four US teens would buy crypto if given money to invest, survey finds
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9/7/2021 • 5 minutes, 59 seconds
"BAYC collection exceeds Sotheby's range: $19M with 3 days to go." September 6, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $51,378
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,901
and Cardano is down 1% at $2.84
Quant Network up 22%
OMG Network up 21%
Aelf up 16%
Bored Ape NFTs on auction with Sotheby’s exceeds expectations set by the auction house with 3 days to go.
Ethereum’s future open interest is setting new records
Senator Elizabeth Warren calls crypto the new shadow bank.
Australian neobank Volt inks partnership deal with exchange BTC markets.
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9/6/2021 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"Bithumb strengthens KYC" September 5, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $50,249
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,930
and Cardano is up slightly at $2.87
Ecomi up 25%
Filecoin up 19%
Quant Network up 18%
The South Korean exchange Bithumb to mandate ID verification for customers.
The finance commission in El Salvador has approved a $150M trust fund to support the rollout.
BBVA is launching a digital investment account that offers crypto support.
This week the avalanche based DeFi protocol Trader Joe raised $5 million in a token sale.
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9/5/2021 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"NFL sets rules against crypto/NFT team deals " September 4th, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $49,869
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,902
and Cardano is down .75 at $2.92
Fantom up 24%
Revain up 17%
Axie infinity up 15%
The NFL has barred teams from selling NFTs, and sponsorships to crypto trading firms.
The regulator in South Africa has issued a warning over citizens investing with Binance.
The SEC is apparently investigating Uniswap Labs.
OKEx is launching its own NFT marketplace.
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9/4/2021 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Playboy plans NFT collection on gender and sexuality" September 3, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $50,337
Ethereum is up .5% at $3,958
and Cardano is up 1% at $2.98
Solana up 19%
Near protocol up 17%
Revain up 15%
Inter Milan has signed a $100M sponsorship deal with Zytara Labs and the Digital Bits Foundation.
A pyramid scheme in Eastern Europe picked up $1.5 billion in bitcoin from Russia and Ukraine.
Playboy is minting a collection of NFTs on the art of gender and sexuality
Bitcoin miners posted $1.4B in revenue for august
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Russian pyramid scheme netted over $1.5 billion in bitcoin throughout Eastern Europe, says Chainalysis
August saw the second highest bitcoin mining revenue ever
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9/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Twitter tests Bitcoin tips" September 2, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $50,117
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,763
and Cardano is down slightly at $3.05
Iota up 24%
FTX Token up 22%
Ren up 15%
Twitter is testing tips using Bitcoin via the lighting network on platform.
Binance has been placed on an investor alert list by the regulator in Singapore.
Singapore to work with Australia, Malaysia, and South Africa to test cross-border CBDCs.
Christopher Giancarlo is resigning from BlockFI's board.
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Twitter for iOS Beta Lays Groundwork for Bitcoin Tips - MacRumors
Press release: BIS Innovation Hub and central banks of Australia, Malaysia, Singapore and South Africa will test CBDCs for international settlements
Binance.com placed on investor alert list by Singapore regulator
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9/2/2021 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"CryptoPunks Creators Sign with UTA" September 1, 2021
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CryptoPunks Creators Sign with UTA
USPS Rethinks Crypto Law Enforcement Procedures
Tether Seeks Non-Disclosure of CoinDesk FOIA Request
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9/1/2021 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"PayPal Your Broker Soon?" - August 31, 2021
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PayPal Your Broker Soon?
Three Arrows Fund Launches Starry Night Capital
FTX.US Acquiring LedgerX
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PayPal reportedly looks to take on Robinhood with stock trading
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8/31/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Genesis Mining Wins Case" - August 30, 2021
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Genesis Mining Wins Case
Tranchess Protocol TVL Tops $1Billion in Two Months
Binance Says No to Norwegians
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Genesis Mining wins claim over nearly half a million GPU crypto miners
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8/30/2021 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Bug in GETH nodes" August 19, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $48,371
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,200
and Cardano is down slightly at 2.90
Loopring up 33%
The Sandbox up 21%
Arweave up 16%
A bug affecting older versions of an Ethereum client is causing issues in the network.
Securities regulator in Ontario to prohibit the country’s crypto platforms from trading Tether (USDT)
NFT platform Art Blocks sees landmark $5.8M sale for Ringers #879.
SEC to collect from Steven Seagal.
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Ontario securities regulator bars the country's first registered crypto platforms from trading Tether
NFT platform Art Blocks breaks record with $5.8 million sale
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8/29/2021 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Jack Dorsey announces open-source Bitcoin DEX: TBD" August 28, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $48,771
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,227
and Cardano is down .5% at 2.82
Arweave up 27%
Celo up 21%
Solana up 15%
Jack Dorsey is planning on building a decentralized bitcoin exchange.
The government in Cuba wants to regulate cryptocurrencies according to a resolution published this week.
NBA superstar Steph Curry has joined the Bored Ape Yacht Club.
Billionaire Bill Miller has picked up a $40M position in Grayscale’s bitcoin trust.
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Cuba to recognize -- and regulate -- cryptocurrencies
Billionaire Bill Miller takes plunge into GBTC with 1.5 million shares
NBA icon Stephen Curry buys Bored Ape NFT for $180,000
jack⚡️ on Twitter: "We’ve determined @TDB54566975’s direction: help us build an open platform to create a decentralized exchange for #Bitcoin" / Twitter
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8/28/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Senator Pat Toomey calls for your legislative proposals" August 27, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $47,494
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,164
and Cardano is up 1.5% at 2.72
Arweave up 23%
Solana up 21%
Terra up 17%
Pat Toomey wants your ideas: submissions@banking.senate.gov.
India’s security watchdog is launching a DLT system for monitoring financial instruments
Coinbase is hiring Kate Rouch from Facebook for CMO.
Ether options daily trading volume have surpassed Bitcoin’s for the first time on Deribit.
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Kate Rouch Joins Coinbase as Chief Marketing Officer | by Coinbase | Aug, 2021 | The Coinbase Blog
SEBI | SEBI issues Circular on “Security and Covenant Monitoring using Distributed Ledger Technology”
ETH options trading volume surpassed that of bitcoin's for the first time on Deribit
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8/27/2021 • 6 minutes
"Microstrategy announces new $177M Bitcoin buy" August 26, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $47,168
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,113
and Cardano is up 1% at 2.58
Radicle up 20%
Tokocrypto up 20%
Storj up 15%
Police in Brazil have seized $28.8M in crypto and made 5 arrests.
Microstrategy has announced a new Bitcoin buy of $177M.
Anchorage has hired the former Wells Fargo Digital Assets Executive.
3LAU has raised $16M to tokenize music royalties with Royal.
NFT+AI platrofm Althea AI has raised $16M
Euler has raised $8M in a series A.
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Mark Cuban-backed startup that fuses AI with NFTs raises $16 million
Paradigm leads $8 million Series A into DeFi lending company Euler
Microstrategy 8-K
Anchorage Hires Former Wells Fargo Digital Assets Executive for Banking, Capital Markets - CoinDesk
Polícia Federal faz maior apreensão de criptomoedas da história: R$ 150 milhões | CNN Brasil
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8/26/2021 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Budweiser Pays 30 Ether for 'beer.eth' " - August 25, 2021
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Budwewiser Pays 30 Ether for 'beer.eth'
Central American Nations Watch El Salvador's Bitcoin Adoption
Facebook Considers NFTs
OK Bank App Buys Crypto
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Facebook ‘definitely looking’ at NFTs, says exec
Budweiser Allegedly Buys Beer.eth Domain Name for 30 ETH Alongside NFT - CoinDesk
This Tiny Oklahoma Bank Is Allowing Customers to Buy Crypto in Its Mobile App - CoinDesk
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8/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Geth Gets Hot Fix" - August 24, 2021
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Geth Gets Hot Fix
Australians Lost $50.5 to Crypto Scams in 2021
Europe Gets Bitcoin Futures
Paxos Standard Renamed Pax Dollar
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Europe prepares for first Bitcoin futures launch amid US ETF stalemate
'Paxos Standard' Stablecoin Rebrands as USDP - CoinDesk
Ethereum’s Most Popular Software Client Issues Hotfix to High Severity Bug - CoinDesk
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8/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 42 seconds
"USDC Backed 100% by Cash and US Treasuries in September" - August 23, 2021
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USDC Backed 100% by Cash and US Treasuries in September
Alonzo Hard Fork Brings Smart Contracts to Cardano
Crypto "Not Protected" in China
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8/23/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Liquid hacker moves funds" August 22, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $48,833
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,229
and Cardano is down 2% at 2.57
Alchemy pay up 31%
Loopring up 28%
Gala up 15%
Liquid exchange hacker moves $20M in ETH to a mixer.
AdvisorShares has applied for a Bitcoin Futures ETF
Vaneck and ProShares withdraw their bids for an Ethereum ETF
SEC levys judgements & fines against Bitconnect associates.
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8/22/2021 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Binance suspends futures in Brazil " August 21, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $49,299
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,233
and Cardano is up 1% at 2.47
Avalanche up 33%
Cosmos up 17%
Near Protocol up 16%
Binance is suspending futures in Brazil due to regulatory pressures.
Brian Quintenz a crypto-friendly CFTC commissioner will leave office at the end of August.
Blackrock has almost $400M invested in Bitcoin mining stocks.
Fractional.art has raised $7.9M in a seed round.
Coinbase has named Mitsubishi UFJ as their banking partner in Japan.
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Statement of Commissioner Brian D. Quintenz on the End of His Term and Future Plans | CFTC
'Fractional' NFT platform raises $7.9 million in seed funding
Coinbase launches in Japan. Coinbase was founded in 2012 as an easy… | by Coinbase | Aug, 2021 | The Coinbase Blog
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8/21/2021 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Binance to enforce KYC on all customers, ADA marks fresh all-time high." August 20, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $47,185
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,233
and Cardano is up 1% at 2.51
The Graph up 20%
Helium up 18%
Avalanche up 17%
Binance is enforcing mandatory KYC on all users.
Sweden’s government has been forced to return $1.5M in Bitcoin to a drug dealer.
Coinbase to invest 500M into crypto, + 10% of profits going forward.
Wells Fargo and JPMorgan partner with NYDIG to offer Bitcoin exposure
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Coinbase is ready to purchase $500 million worth of crypto on its balance sheet
Binance Expands Global KYC Requirements to Further User Protection | Binance Blog
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8/20/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Liquid hacked" August 19, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $44,579
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,998
and BNB is up 1.5% at 407
Ethos up 41%
Avalanche up 37%
Cosmos up 19%
Japan’s Liquid exchange was hacked late yesterday. The full impact is not yet known.
Coinbase is increasing its reserves from $1.1B to a stockpile of $4.4B in case of a crypto winter.
The operator of the bitcoin mixing service Helix pleads guilty to laundering more than $300M.
Fintech darling Bitpanda raised another 263M.
The google search volume for the NFT marketplace OpenSea reached an all-time high last week.
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Coinbase Builds a $4 Billion Cash Pile To Weather Tighter Regulation, Crypto Risks - WSJ
Operator of bitcoin mixing service Helix pleads guilty to money laundering
Google search volume for OpenSea at an all-time high
Bitpanda Crypto Startup Raises $263 Million in Series C Funding
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8/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Binance Appoints New AML Chief" - August 18, 2021
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Binance Appoints New AML Chief
Ethereum Liquidity Crisis?
Bank of Jamacia Needs Court Order to Trace CBDC
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Binance Appoints Former US Treasury Enforcer to Anti-Money Laundering Role - CoinDesk
Jamaica's Central Bank Says Court Order Required to Track CBDC Transactions - CoinDesk
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8/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Galaxy Digital Files for US ETF" - August 17, 2021
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Galaxy Digital Files for US ETF
China Dumps US Treasuries
Eqonex Launches Peer to Peer Crypto Lending
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China Dumped US Treasuries For 4th Straight Month, Most Since 2016 | ZeroHedge
Eqonex Launches Peer-to-Peer Crypto Lending Marketplace for Institutions - CoinDesk
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8/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Walmart Seeks Crypto Lead" - August 16, 2021
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Walmart Seeks Crypto Lead
T-Mobil Hack Claim: 100 Million Compromised
JPMorgan Quietly, Finally Joins Crypto Party
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T-Mobile looking into potential hack of data on 100 million customers
Why Goldman Prefers Ether, JPM Turns Bullish And More: Key Crypto Developments In The Past Week | ZeroHedge
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8/16/2021 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"US customs and immigration to use Coinbase analytics" August 15, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5 at $46,054
Ethereum is up .5 at $3,166
and Cardano is up 1% at 2.12
VeThor token up 23%
Thorchain up 21%
Revain up 19%
US Immigration and customs enforcement will use computer forensics software from Coinbase
Startup TaxBit has a new valuation of 1.3B after a new $130 million series B
Fintech startup Chime has raised 750M with a 25B valuation.
Elliptic details Antianalysis
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Chime Financial Raises $750 Million in Latest Funding Round - WSJ
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8/15/2021 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Polygon merges with Hermez network" August 14, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $46,339
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,233
Cardano up .5% at 2.15
Dent up 40%
Waves up 25%
Qtum up 16%
Polygon merges with Hermez network in a 250 million Matic deal
London High court orders Binance to trace hackers who carried out a 2.6M hack on Fetch.ai.
Fashion house Dolce and Gabana set date for NFT drop.
Fortune magazine raises over $1.3M in an NFT sale of its latest cover.
Data analytics platform Dune raises $8M in a series-A round.
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Fortune raises over $1.3 million in NFT sale of its latest issue's cover
Crypto data analytics platform Dune raises $8 million in Series A funding
London court orders Binance to trace cryptocurrency hackers | Reuters
Polygon Merges With Hermez Network in $250M Deal - CoinDesk
Dolce & Gabbana Sets Date for Haute Couture NFT Drop - CoinDesk
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8/14/2021 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"$611M hack turns catch & release" August 13, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $46,274
Ethereum is down slightly at $3,228
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $401
Dent up 26%
Qtum up 17%
Cardano up 15%
The Poly Network hacker has now returned all but the frozen USDT tokens
Binance is discontinuing its south korean won trading pairs and payment options
Kryptoin files for Ether ETF.
Valkryie waits to hear back from SEC about their Bitcoin futures ETF
Hive Blockchain orders 1,800 Antminers
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Poly Network hacker returns nearly all of the $611 million in stolen funds
Investment Firm Kryptoin Files for Ether ETF - CoinDesk
Hive Blockchain Boosts Capacity With 1,800 Antminer Order - CoinDesk
Changes to Product Offerings in Korea | Binance Support
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8/13/2021 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Poly Network hacker returning funds" August 12, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $44,778
Ethereum is down 1% at $3,100
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $384
XinFin Network up 27%
IoTeX up 17%
Nano up 17%
The Poly Network hacker returns over half of the stolen crypto.
Lionel Messi receives a "large number" of PSG fan tokens.
The Ethereum network burns $100M in eth since the London upgrade.
Neuberger Berman expands their fund strategy to include bitcoin and ether exposure
Upgrade closes a $105M series-E round
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Messi joins crypto craze as gets part of PSG fee in fan tokens | Reuters
NB SEC filing
Lending Startup Upgrade Closes $105M Series E Round - CoinDesk
Poly Network attacker returns $256 million of the stolen cryptocurrency
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8/12/2021 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Gary 'Gimme More' Gensler Wants More Authority to Regulate Crypto" - August 11, 2021
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Gary "Gimme More" Wants More Authority to Regulate Crypto
Coinbase Goes Cha-Ching With Second Quarter's $1.9 Billion in Transaction Fees
Venmo: Say Hello to Cash Back to Crypto
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Venmo enables users to automatically buy crypto with ‘cash back’ rewards
Coinbase Rakes In $1.9B in Transaction Revenue in Q2, Beating Estimates - CoinDesk
SEC Needs More Authority to Regulate Crypto, Gensler Says - CoinDesk
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8/11/2021 • 6 minutes, 33 seconds
"Crypto Amendment Fails in Senate" - August 10, 2021
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Crypto Amendment Fails in Senate
VanEck Files for ETF Again
Institutions Buy Crypto Despite Regulations
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VanEck Tries Again for Bitcoin Strategy ETF With SEC - CoinDesk
Despite US Crypto Tax Plans, Institutional Investors Return to Bitcoin: Blockchain Data - CoinDesk
Crypto Amendment Fails In Senate After Shelby Insists On More Military Spending | ZeroHedge
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8/10/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Grayscale Hires David LaValle" - August 9, 2021
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Grayscale Hires David LaValle
Krystal Raises $6.6 Million
Onramp Invest Raises $6 Million
AccuWeather on Chainlink
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Grayscale hires David LaValle as global head of ETFs
AccuWeather brings weather data to smart contracts by running a Chainlink node
Coinbase Ventures, Gemini join $6 million funding for Onramp Invest
DeFi platform Krystal raises $6.6 million in seed funding
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8/9/2021 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"JPMorgan launches in-house bitcoin fund " August 8, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $44,984
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,143
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $353
Arweave up 22%
Shiba Inu up 20%
Dogecoin up 18%
JPMorgan has launched an in-house bitcoin fund limited to private bank clients in partnership with NYDIG.
Christies will hold a first-ever sale of Meebits and Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs.
Burberry released its first NFTs in Blankos Block Party
Stronghold mining is set to double their capacity with a second plant acquisition.
HIVE ordered 4k mining machines from Canaan
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JPMorgan Launches In-House Bitcoin Fund for Private Bank Clients - CoinDesk
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British Fashion Brand Burberry Releases First NFTs - CoinDesk
Bitcoin miner Stronghold to double capacity via second plant acquisition
Canaan Announces Customer Order of 4,000 Bitcoin Mining Machines | Canaan Inc.
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8/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Binance US CEO Brian Brooks resigns" August 7th, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $44,261
Ethereum is up 3% at $3,147
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $358
ICP up 25%
Uniswap up 15%
VE chain up 15%
Binance US CEO Brian Brooks quit the organization
Elon Musk urges lawmakers considering the infrastructure bill not to pick crypto winners or losers.
The Beijing subway has fully integrated China’s e-CNY.
Blockchain based audio platform Audius is up to 5M monthly users
New York City is looking to blockchain to prevent deed fraud in land sales.
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Blockchain-Based Music Streaming Service Audius Up to 5M Monthly Users - CoinDesk
Beijing subway has fully integrated the e-CNY with its payment ecosystem
Brian Brooks on Twitter: "Greetings #crypto community. Letting you all know that I have resigned as CEO of @BinanceUS . Despite differences over strategic direction, I wish my former colleagues much success. Exciting new things to come!" / Twitter
Elon Musk on Twitter: "@brian_armstrong @MarkWarner Agreed, this is not the time to pick technology winners or losers in cryptocurrency technology. There is no crisis that compels hasty legislation." / Twitter
New York City to Explore Blockchain for Preventing Deed Fraud in Land Sales - CoinDesk
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8/7/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Binance moves to proactive compliance" August 6, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $41,041
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,787
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $335
Alchemy pay up 165%
ICP up 18%
Ravencoin up 16%
Messari closes a $21M series-A.
Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller expresses doubt about the benefits of a CBDC.
Nascar partners with the team behind Zed Run.
Binance to discontinue Hong Kong derivatives trading and move to proactive compliance.
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Fed's Waller says he is skeptical a central bank digital currency would improve U.S. payments | Reuters
Restricting of Derivatives Products Offerings in Hong Kong | Binance Support
NASCAR links partnership with the startup behind a blockchain-based digital horse racing game
Steve Cohen's Point72 makes first crypto venture investment, leads Messari's $21M raise
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8/6/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Coinbase to acquire Zabo" August 5, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $38,108
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,635
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $328
Alpha Finance up 20%
Ethos up 19%
Golem up 15%
Coinbase is acquiring the crypto data aggregator Zabo
The London hardfork goes live today on the ethereum network
$69k CryptoPunk sells for less than 1 cent.
DeFi Platform Popsicle Finance suffers a $20M exploit
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Zabo is being acquired by Coinbase
London Mainnet Announcement | Ethereum Foundation Blog
Mistake sees $69,000 CryptoPunk sold for less than a cent
Popsicle Finance on Twitter: "1/ We are aware of the current exploit to Fragola. We will investigate and publish post mortem. The other Popsicle Finance's contracts have not been exploited. If you still have funds in the ETH/AXS, ETH/SLP, ETH/LINK or any EURt Pool please remove them immediately." / Twitter
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8/5/2021 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Bitcoin SV Suffers 51% Attack" - August 4, 2021
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Bitcoin SV Suffers 51% Attack
Binance to Bring Bitcoin to Shopify
Jacob Rothchild Gets Crypto With It
Analyist Underwhelmed With London Hard Fork
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Binance to bring Bitcoin payments to Shopify via new partnership
Rothschild’s trust led funding round for Aspen Digital’s London expansion
Analysts Take Cautious Stance on Ether as London Hard Fork Nears - CoinDesk
BSV Suffers 51% Attack: Report - CoinDesk
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8/4/2021 • 7 minutes, 23 seconds
"SEC Chairman Wants 'Robust Regulation'" - August 3, 2021
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SEC Chairman Wants "Robust Regulation"
Fluffypony Arrested
USBC UK Blocks Payments to Binance
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SEC Chair wants robust crypto regulatory regime for the US
Former Monero Maintainer ‘Fluffypony’ Arrested and to Be Extradited for Non-Crypto Crimes - CoinDesk
HSBC UK Blocks Payments to Binance Exchange - CoinDesk
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8/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Square Buys Afterpay" - August 2, 2021
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Square Buys Afterpay
Matrixport Closes Series C Funding Round Over One Billion Dollars
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Square to acquire Australian fintech Afterpay in $29B deal
Bitmain Spin-Off Matrixport Gets $100M in Series C Funding, Valuation Over $1B - CoinDesk
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8/2/2021 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
"Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard says US needs digital dollar " August 1st, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $41,690
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,599
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $341
Quant Network up 27%
SiaCoin up 19%
The Graph up 15%
Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard said the US has to have a digital dollar
Goldentree asset management may have been adding undisclosed bitcoin to its balance sheet.
Livepeer raises $20M to take on video streaming platform giants.
The US Marshals pick anchorage digital for custody.
Luxor technologies launched an index for crypto mining stocks.
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Decentralized Video Protocol Livepeer Raises $20M to Take On Streaming Giants - CoinDesk
US Marshals Choose Anchorage Digital to Custody, Service Seized Digital Assets | by Anchorage Digital | Anchorage Digital | Jul, 2021 | Medium
Bitcoin Mining Stocks | HashrateIndex
GoldenTree, $45b Asset Manager, Is Buying Bitcoin - The Street Crypto: Bitcoin and cryptocurrency news, advice, analysis and more
UPDATE 1-Fed's Brainard: Can't wrap head around not having U.S. central bank digital currency
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8/1/2021 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Bipartisan congressional bill sets sights on heavier crypto tax" July 31,2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $41,610
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,465
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $331
Neo up 39%
Thorchain up 25%
Chainlink up 16%
Ukranian president signs bill allowing for national CBDC.
Bank of America calls CBDCs inevitable and more effective than cash.
A new bill in congress is looking to more heavily tax crypto investors.
Wealthfront to offer crypto vehicles through Grayscale.
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You Can Now Get Exposure to Cryptocurrency in Your Wealthfront Portfolio - Wealthfront
Ukraine's President Signs Law Allowing Central Bank to Issue a CBDC - CoinDesk
Bank of America Calls CBDCs ‘More Effective' Than Cash in Research Note - CoinDesk
New Infrastructure Bill Looks to Raise $30B Through Crypto Taxes - CoinDesk
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7/31/2021 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Stoner Cats debut catnip for NFT fans" July 30, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $38,835
Ethereum is down .5% at $2,342
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $309
Flow up 48%
Livepeer up 36%
Stacks up 15%
Regulators in Malaysia order Binance to disable website/mobile apps in the country.
Robinhood's historic IPO.
Stoner Cats debut catnip for NFT fans.
Loda secures $15M for first institutional liquidity pools.
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Robinhood Has the Worst Debut Ever for IPO of Its Size - Bloomberg
Unavailability of Futures and Derivatives Products in Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands | Binance Support
SC Takes Enforcement Actions on Binance for Illegally Operating in Malaysia - Media Releases | Securities Commission Malaysia
Australian Lending Startup Loda Gets $15M to Further Crypto Collateralization Efforts - CoinDesk
Stoner Cats NFT Drop Sells Out But Would-be Buyers Bite Back Over Failed Transactions - The Defiant - DeFi News
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7/30/2021 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
"Coke creates first brand inspired collection of NFTs" July 29th, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $39,641
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,290
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $311
Quant Network up 38%
Terra up 18%
Amp up 16%
Robinhood IPO.
Lending platform Vauld raised $25M.
Uniswap deletes video from EthCC conference that suggested partnerships.
Coke creates first brand inspired collection of NFTs.
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is releasing classical music NFTs on Rarible.
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Uniswap Says It's Talking With PayPal, Robinhood and More in Deleted Video - CoinDesk
Vauld Raises $25M Round Led By Valar Ventures to Build
Tafi-Coca-Cola NFT | Tafi Avatar
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7/29/2021 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Horizon Kinetics Investment Firm Recommends Crypto" July 28, 2021
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Horizon Kinetics Investment Firm Recommends Crypto
Robinhood Working
Goldman Says "Ethereum"
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Ether Trading Volume Growth Beat Bitcoin's In H1 For The First Time | ZeroHedge
Robinhood Working On New Features To Invest Users' "Spare Change", Limit Crypto Volatility | ZeroHedge
$7B investment firm recommends crypto to beat currency debasement
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7/28/2021 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
"SWIFT Go Launches Low-Cost Network" - July 27, 2021
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SWIFT Go Launches Low-Cost Network
Binance and Russian Museum NFT Da Vinci and Van Gogh Work
Houbi Winds Down in China
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Binance and Russian museum to tokenize Da Vinci and Van Gogh paintings
SWIFT Go Launches Low-Cost Network With 7 Major Banks - CoinDesk
Huobi winds down former exchange operator in China
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7/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Binance Cuts Leverage" - July 26, 2021
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Binance Cuts Leverage
Korea Wants Your Wallet
Crypto ATMs Up 70%
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New rules could permit Korean gov’t to seize tax evaders’ crypto
Binance Says It's Cutting Leverage Limit to 20x, a Day After FTX Announces the Same - CoinDesk
Global crypto ATM installations have increased by 70% in 2021
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7/26/2021 • 6 minutes, 11 seconds
"Binance US considers IPO" July 25, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $34,120
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,126
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $296
Augur up 33%
Alice up 24%
Theta Network up 15%
Binance US is considering an IPO says leader CZ
FTX has lowered the limits on leverage trading from 101x to 20x
A hacker stole $76,000 in rune tokens with clever bait and switch.
GlobalX filed for a Bitcoin ETF this week.
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7/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Amazon hiring for digital currency lead" July 24,2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $33,898
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,165
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $303
Axie Infinity up 45%
Celsius Network up 17%
Theta Network up 15%
Amazon is looking to hire a digital currency lead.
Reddit selects Arbitrum to scale the Ethereum-based community points system.
This week the decentralized identity startup Magic raised $27M in a series A.
22 year-old British man arrested in connection with last year’s massive Twitter hack.
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British Man Arrested in Connection With Last Year’s Massive Twitter Hack - CoinDesk
Decentralized identity startup Magic raises $27 million in Series A funding
Digital Currency and Blockchain Product Lead - Job ID: 1644513 | Amazon.jobs
(3) Scaling Reddit’s Community Points with Arbitrum : ethereum
Brazilian Police Seize $33M in Crypto Money Laundering Probe - CoinDesk
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7/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Tom Brady co-founded NFT Platform Autograph partners with major stars" July 23, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $32,280
Ethereum is down .5% at $2,051
and Binance Coin is down 2% at $287
SLP up 36%
Axie Infinity up 27%
Dent up 16%
The Tom Brady co-founded NFT Platform Autograph has partnered with Lionsgate and DraftKings
FV Bank awarded US patent for a stablecoin design based on government debt.
Zen Run and Virtually Human Studios pulls in $20M from a16z
ThorChain suffers another exploit.
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Autograph, the NFT Platform Co-Founded by Tom Brady, Announces Iconic Talent Deals & Strategic Relationships with DraftKings and Lionsgate
A startup that lets you race NFT horses has raised $20 million from a16z, TCG
THORChain on Twitter: "THORChain has suffered a sophisticated attack on the ETH Router, around $8m. The hacker deliberately limited their impact, seemingly a whitehat. ETH will be halted until it can be peer-reviewed with audit partners, as a priority. LPs in the ERC-20 pools will be subsidised." / Twitter
US10977645B2 - Tokenized asset backed by government bonds and identity and risk scoring of associated token transactions - Google Patents
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7/23/2021 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Elon Musk, Jack Dorsey, Cathie Wood talk crypto" July 22, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $31,886
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,982
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $293
Axie Infinity up 30%
Stacks up 18%
Waves up 15%
Elon Musk and Jack Dorsey chat bitcoin at B Word conference.
Robinhood’s is expecting a $30M fine from regulators in New York.
New Jersey regulators say BlockFi interest accounts are unregistered securities.
Tether's general counsel says an audit could be months away.
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The ₿ Word | Live with Cathie Wood, Jack Dorsey, & Elon Musk - YouTube
Robinhood Crypto Expects to Pay $30M Fine to NY State Regulatory Body - CoinDesk
BlockFi on Twitter: "An update on regulatory conversations: https://t.co/f2GgMZXoQk" / Twitter
Tether General Counsel Tells CNBC Audit Is 'Months' Away - CoinDesk
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7/22/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"OpenSea Latest Crypto Unicorn" - July 21, 2021
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OpenSea Latest Crypto Unicorn
Stablecoin Gets Patent
BNY Mellon Backs Pure Digital
China Wants US Senators to 'Stop Making Trouble'
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OpenSea is the latest crypto unicorn after $100M funding round
US Patent Granted to Stablecoin Concept Backed by Government Debt - CoinDesk
BNY Mellon Follows State Street in Backing New Crypto Trading Platform: Report - CoinDesk
China wants US senators to ‘stop making trouble’ out of digital yuan
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7/21/2021 • 7 minutes, 24 seconds
"Malaysia Destroys Bitcoin Miners" - July 20, 2021
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Malaysia Destroys Bitcoin Miners
Ripple Lawyers Cite SEC Commissioners' Comments
Institutional Demand for Bitcoin Down
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Institutional demand for Bitcoin evaporates as BTC struggles below $31K
Ripple Cites SEC Commissioners’ Remarks to Support Dismissal of Case - CoinDesk
Malaysia Destroys 1,000 Bitcoin Mining Rigs With A Steamroller | ZeroHedge
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7/20/2021 • 6 minutes, 58 seconds
"Grayscale Unveils New DeFi Fund" - July 19, 2021
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Grayscale Unveils New DeFi Fund
Turkey Eyes New Crypto Law
Kazakhstan Coal Powers Bitcoin Miners
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Turkey Plans to Present Law on Cryptocurrencies in October: Report - CoinDesk
Grayscale Unveils DeFi Fund Linked to New CoinDesk Index - CoinDesk
Coal-Based Bitcoin Mining Jumps In Kazakhstan Amid China's Ban | ZeroHedge
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7/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"White hat hacker saves the day" July 18, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $31,750
Ethereum is own slightly at $1,963
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $306
Lisk up 19%
The Sandbox up 15%
White hat hacker saves funds in live battle with bad actor.
Taobao's annual maker festival to have NFTs
SoftBank is putting $75M in Bullish.
Hong Kong authorities shut down money money laundering ring.
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Hong Kong customs racks up first bust of cryptocurrency money launderers, smashing HK$1.2 billion racket | South China Morning Post
SEC BULLISH filing
Alibaba’s Taobao to Include NFT Arts in Its Maker Festival - CoinDesk
Reddit thread with hacking info: If you want to join me in watching metamask account get robbed by some asshole look below : CryptoCurrency
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7/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Bitcoin Futures in Bank of America's Future" July 17, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $31,396
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,864
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $299
Electroneum up 59%
SLP up 24%
Bitcoin futures are coming to Bank of America.
DeFi wallet Phantom raises $9M in a series-A led by a16z.
Thorchain lost 4k Ether in an attack
Google searches for Bitcoin price have reached a 7-month low
PayPal is increasing the limits on customer purchases of crypto per week from 20k to 100k
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Press Release: Increased Purchase Limits for Crypto on PayPal
Google Searches for 'Bitcoin Price' Reach 7-Month Low - CoinDesk
THORChain Suffers Another Exploit | RUNEBase
DeFi wallet Phantom raises $9 million in Series A funding led by A16z
Bank of America has begun clearing bitcoin futures
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7/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Binance halts support for stock tokens " July 16, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $31,285
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,865
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $305
Streamr up 39%
District 0x up 19%
Casper Labs up 15%
Binance is halting support for stock tokens.
US judge orders William Hinman, former chief of the SEC’s finance division in for questioning in SEC v Ripple case.
Bit Digital is moving 15k bitcoin ASIC miners from china to the US
UK fintech darling Revolut closes round with $33B valuation.
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Ceasing Support for Stock Tokens on Binance.com and Migration to CM-Equity AG for EEA Users | Binance Support
Ripple Labs Can Question Former SEC Official in Suit Over XRP - Bloomberg
Greenidge Partners with Foundry to Expand Bitcoin Mining Fleet with Latest Generation Mining Machines
BIT Digital is migrating 14,500 bitcoin miners to US amid China crackdown
Revolut confirms a fresh $800M in funding at a $33B valuation to supercharge its financial services superapp | TechCrunch
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7/16/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"ShapeShift to become DAO " July 15, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $32,018
Ethereum is down .5 at $1,913
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $312
The Sand box up 40%
Axie Infinity up 21%
Decentraland up 15%
The financial regulator in Italy says Binance is not authorized to provide investment services in Italy.
The UK police announce more seized crypto — this time around $250M
Saquon Barkley says he'll take all his future endorsement in Bitcoin.
Trading pioneer Shapeshift will shift to DAO governed by holders of Fox Token.
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Detectives break record in new cryptocurrency seizure worth nearly... - Metropolitan Police
ShapeShift to Decentralize Entire Company
New York Giants Star Saquon Barkley Will Take All Future Endorsement Money in Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Communication for investor protection on Binance Group (15 July 2021) - News In Detail
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7/15/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Visa Approves New Bitcoin Debit Card" - July 14, 2021
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Visa Approves New Bitcoin Debit Card
Brazil's CVM Approves Ether ETF
China Boosts Blockchain
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Almost All Chinese Provinces Have Blockchain-Boosting Policies - CoinDesk
Brazilian securities regulator approves Ether ETF
Visa to approve Bitcoin spending card for Australian startup CryptoSpend
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7/14/2021 • 6 minutes, 5 seconds
"OK Group Helps China Combat AML with Blockchain" - July 13, 2021
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OK Group Helps China Combat AML with Blockchain
Australia Awards Two Blockchain-focused Companies Grants
Bank of England Warns of Crypto "Spillover"
Binance Halts Fiat Withdrawal Option in UK
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OK Group to help China combat money laundering with blockchain
Australian government awards $4M in grants to two blockchain startups
Bank of England Warns of Crypto Spillover to Mainstream Markets - CoinDesk
Binance reportedly halts pounds sterling withdrawal for UK customers again
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7/13/2021 • 6 minutes, 11 seconds
"Hive Raises Hash Rate" - July 12, 2021
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Hive Raises Hash Rate
El Salvador Strains Bitcoin?
SelfWealth Adds Crypto
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Hive to Increase Hashrate Almost 50% With 3,000 New Miners - CoinDesk
El Salvador Bitcoin move will put pressure on network: JPMorgan
Australian online broker SelfWealth to offer crypto trading
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7/12/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"The long arm of the law" July 11, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $33,740
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,125
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $321
Constellation labs up 26%
The advertising standards authority in the UK said it has put crypto on a red alert list.
The SEC charges three insiders in the Long Island Iced Tea Corp.
Virgil Griffith's prosecuters ask for him to be returned to jail.
A judge has banned PaxForex from the US
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7/11/2021 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Cheeky hackers lift Bitcoin from New Zealand police wallet" July 10, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $33,837
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,112
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $313
Axie Infinity up 42%
Stacks up 20%
Decentraland up 17%
Hackers have stolen bitcoin from NZ Police.
Sotheby's sells rare diamond for $12.3M in crypto.
Pro-bitcoin lawmaker in Paraguay announces legislation.
Zerion raises $8.2M series A
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Zerion raises $8.2M to take decentralized finance mainstream
Sotheby’s Sells Rare Diamond for $12.3M in Crypto - CoinDesk
Carlitos Rejala 🙏🇵🇾🙌 on Twitter: "I am here to unite Paraguay 🇵🇾, that is why we decided with Senator @FSilvaFacetti to present together the bill #bitcoin on Wednesday, July 14! Stay tuned since there will be a mega surprise for Paraguay and the world. Something GIANT is coming 🌍 #Bitcoin #btc" / Twitter
Criminals steal $45,000 in Bitcoin during police money-laundering operation - NZ Herald
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7/10/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Square moves ahead with hardware wallet" July 9, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $32,761
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,080
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $307
0x up 17%
Constellation labs up 17%
Bitcoin Diamond up 15%
Square confirms hardware wallet.
Circle is going public via a SPAC merger
Israel wants to seize Hamas-linked crypto wallets.
PBOC official expresses worry over stablecoins.
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Hamas-Linked Wallets have Received $7.7 Million in Cryptoassets, Including Dogecoin
China's Central Bank 'Worried' Stablecoins Pose Risk to Financial System - CoinDesk
Gemini’s APAC Expansion Builds Global Momentum | Gemini
Jack on Twitter: "We’re doing it #Bitcoin" / Twitter
Confirmed: Stablecoin firm Circle to go public via SPAC merger
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7/9/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"New Zealand to explore CBDCs in public consultation " July 8th, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $32,571
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,152
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $315
SLP up 25%
crypto.com to be official UFC global fight kit branding partner
Visa continues to expand in the crypto space.
New Zealand is set to explore CBDCS as part of public consultations.
Welsh startup Coincover lands $9.2M series A.
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UFC AND CRYPTO.COM ANNOUNCE HISTORIC PARTNERSHIP | UFC
Reserve Bank confirms consultations “key to the future of how New Zealanders pay and save” - Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Welsh crypto start up Coincover raises $9.2m Series A - AltFi
Crypto-linked cards see continued growth | Visa
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7/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Jamaica's CBDC" - July 7, 2021
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Bitcoin Miner Revenue Up Fifty Percent
Russian Lawmakers Prep Crypto Confiscation Law
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Russian lawmakers prepare legal amendment to confiscate crypto
Bitcoin miner revenue jumps by 50% in 4 days since record difficulty drop
Bank of Jamaica to begin digital currency pilot in August
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7/7/2021 • 6 minutes, 59 seconds
"UBS Warns Investors to 'Stay Clear' of Crypto" - July 6, 2021
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UBS Warns Investors to "Stay Clear" of Crypto
CoinShares to Buy Elwood's ETF Index Business
Binance Disappointed by Barclays
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Binance disappointed by Barclays’ ‘unilateral action’ to block customer payments
‘Investors stay clear’: UBS warns regulators could pop ‘bubble-like crypto markets’
CoinShares to Buy Elwood's ETF Index Business for $17M - CoinDesk
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7/6/2021 • 7 minutes, 17 seconds
"Wyoming Legally Recognizes a DAO" - July 5, 2021
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Wyoming Legally Recognizes a DAO
REvil Strikes Again
Stablecoins Risk Credit Markets
Monobank Hopes to Launch Bitcoin Trading Debit Card
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Wyoming legally recognizes first DAO in the United States
Ransomware Group REvil Strikes Again, Demands $70M in Bitcoin from 200 US Firms - CoinDesk
Stablecoin growth could affect credit markets, rating agency warns
Ukrainian e-bank plans to offer Bitcoin trading in July
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7/5/2021 • 8 minutes, 11 seconds
"Beeple launches WENEW NFT platform" July 4, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $35,502
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,329
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $305
Golem up 27%
Axie Infinity up 24%
Ardor up 15%
Cayman Island's financial watchdog investigates Binance's registration status.
Two men in California agree to plead guilty to fraud charges in relation to a $1.8M ICO.
Beeple launches WENEW NFT platform
Crypto exchange Bithumb bans employees from trading on platform.
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7/4/2021 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Casper Labs to promote Web3 in UAE venture" July 3, 2021
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Bitcoin is even at $34,632
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,224
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $294
Aave up 17%
Compound up 16%
Elrond up 15%
Beijing and Suzhou are testing digital yuan payments on subways.
Million Doge Disco launches today.
Bitcoin mining difficulty records largest drop in history.
Casper Labs and SJM Group partner to promote web3 adoption in the UAE.
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Greenidge Generation Announces Letter of Intent to Expand Bitcoin Mining Operation to Site in South Carolina
Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Records Largest Drop in History - CoinDesk
CasperLabs & SJM Group Partner to Promote Web3 Adoption in
Doge Disco
Beijing, Suzhou enable China's digital yuan payments for subways
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7/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Thailand SEC files complaint against Binance" July 2, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $33,050
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,041
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $278
Ecomi up 21%
Celo up 16%
The Thailand SEC files a criminal complaint against Binance.
Softbank has invested $200M in the Brazilian crypto exchange Mercado Bitcoin.
New legislation in Ukraine puts their future CBDC on equal footing with cash.
FaZe Clan has dropped a member and suspended 3 following alleged involvement in a crypto scam
A Sotheby’s auction for a Tim Berners-Lee original source code for the world wide web has sold for $5.4M
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Mercado Bitcoin, Latin America’s Largest Digital Assets Platform, raises $200 Million USD from SoftBank | Business Wire
NFT of the original World Wide Web code fetches $5.4 million at Sotheby's
FaZe Clan on Twitter: "A statement from FaZe Clan. https://t.co/HnPXpAoSYX" / Twitter
Ukraine Passes Law Treating Its CBDC Same As Cash - BeInCrypto
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7/2/2021 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Robinhood faces landmark FINRA fine" July 1st, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $33,632
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,118
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $290
StormX up 15%
Ardor up 15%
Arweave up 15%
Bitfinex has halted trading while its investigating issues on the platform.
Binance is once again operating in the UK
Robinhood was slapped with $70M in penalties yesterday.
Argo Blockchain has taken out a $20M loan to build out a mining facility in Texas.
Hut8 has bought another $44M worth of mining machines to double its hash rate.
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FINRA Orders Record Financial Penalties Against Robinhood Financial LLC | FINRA.org
Bitfinex on Twitter: "We are investigating issues with platform reduced performances and have temporarily halted trading. We will keep everyone updated on here and on https://t.co/u3pYCVVGQq Thanks for your patience." / Twitter
Crypto exchange Binance says sterling withdrawals reactivated after outage | Reuters
Hut 8 Mining Announces Purchase of 12,000 New MicroBT Miners for Deployment by End of Q4 2021 – Hut 8 Mining
Bitcoin-backed loan agreement - 07:00:03 29 Jun 2021 - ARB News article | London Stock Exchange
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7/1/2021 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Coinbase Launches Crypto App Store" - June 30, 2021
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Coinbase Launches Crypto App Store
CoinMarketCap Adds Ethereum Swap Feature
Crypto Hot in India
Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen Take Equity Stake in FTX Crypto Exchange
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Tom Brady, Gisele Bündchen Take Equity Stake In FTX Crypto Exchange | ZeroHedge
India, A Well Known Source Of Gold Demand, Is Turning A Keen Eye Toward Crypto | ZeroHedge
CoinMarketCap launches Ethereum token swaps powered by Uniswap
Coinbase reveals plans for crypto app store amid global refocus
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6/30/2021 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Ethereum Classic Hard Fork 'Magneto' Happens Late July" - June 29, 2021
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Ethereum Classic Hard Fork "Magneto" Happens Late July
AfriCrypt Owners Deny Theft
Cathie Woods' ARK Joins Race for Bitcoin ETF
Deutsche Borse Buys 2/3 of Crypto Finance AG
Mexico Affirms No to Crypto in Financial System
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6/29/2021 • 7 minutes, 47 seconds
"Binance Banned in UK" - June 28, 2021
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Binance Banned in UK
India's Crypto Investment Surges
DeFi Redefining Future
Bitcoin Short-term Uncertain
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Despite regulatory uncertainty, Indian crypto investment surges 19,900% in one year
Cryptocurrency Exchange Binance Banned In The UK | ZeroHedge
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) 101 | ZeroHedge
Bitcoin short-term setup is challenging, JPMorgan strategists warn
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6/28/2021 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"a16z's Crypto Fund III" June 27, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $33,180
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,840
and Binance Coin is up slightly at $279
Internet Computer up 21%
Harmony up 17%
Decred up 15%
The SEC has once again postponed a decision on a Bitcoin ETF.
The Bank of International Settlements has released a new report on CBDCs
a16z launched a new $2.2B crypto venture fund.
UK regulator has approved a fifth crypto company for crypto-asset register.
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SEC extends Valkyrie Bitcoin ETF
BIS REPORT: III. CBDCs: an opportunity for the monetary system
UK regulator approves fifth crypto company for crypto-asset register
Crypto Fund II - Andreessen Horowitz
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6/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Jay Z to auction NFT at Sotheby's " June 26, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 2.5% at $30,900
Ethereum is down 2.5% at $1,743
and Binance Coin is down 2.5% at $270
Celo up 42%
Jay Z is set to auction an NFT based on his album Reasonable Doubt.
Gemini pledges to offset 350k tons of bitcoin-related carbon emissions
Authorities in Iran have seized 7000 crypto miners.
Visa is set to acquire the Swedish open banking firm Tink
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JAY-Z Auctioning Reasonable Doubt NFT at Sotheby’s | Pitchfork
Iran seizes 7,000 cryptocurrency computer miners, largest haul to date | Reuters
Gemini Offsets Bitcoin Carbon Emissions, Launches Gemini Green
Visa To Acquire European Open Banking Platform Tink | Business Wire
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6/26/2021 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"El Salvador plans $117M airdrop to citizens" June 25, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $33,495
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,870
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $292
Ecomi up 50%
Celo up 15%
Crypto.com up 15%
El Salvador plans $117M airdrop to citizens.
Ethereum’s hash rate is falling due to mining crackdown.
Eric Adams wants NYC to be crypto hub.
Met police have seized more than $150M in cryptocurrency.
Paraguay University will begin accepting crypto as payment beginning in August.
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Bitcoin to become legal tender in El Salvador on Sept 7 | Reuters
NYC will become 'center of bitcoins,' says mayoral lead Eric Adams
Met makes one of world's largest cryptocurrency seizures - Metropolitan Police
Paraguay University to Accept Bitcoin, Ether, XRP in August - CoinDesk
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6/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"John McAfee found dead" June 24, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 2% at $34,131
Ethereum is up 2% at $1,979
and Binance Coin is up 2% at $309
Klaytn up 26%
Tron up 20%
Crypto showman John McAfee who was reportedly found dead yesterday in a Spanish prison. Condolences to his family and team.
Coinbase has registered with the financial services agency in Japan.
Bitcoin’s hashrate has fallen by nearly 50% in over a month.
Paris based Crypto data firm Kaiko has closed a $24M series A
The Yield team has raised $10M to further build out the DeFi Bond Market.
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John McAfee, antivirus software magnate, found dead in Spanish prison after his extradition to the US was approved - CNN
Coinbase Global enters Japan, poised to offer five cryptocurrencies (NASDAQ:COIN) | Seeking Alpha
Yield team raises $10 million to build out DeFi bond market
Crypto data firm Kaiko closes $24 million Series A funding round
Bitcoin hashrate drops by nearly 50% following China's mining crackdown
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6/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"Chinese Miners Out; Israel & CBDC; Goldman Repos Using JPM Coin; $20 to Trillion" - June 23, 2021
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Chinese Miners Out; Israel & CBDC; Goldman Repos Using JPM Coin; $20 to Trillion
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Chinese Bitcoin miners ‘not even in the mood to drink anymore’
Bank of Israel steps up CBDC efforts with reported tests on Ethereum
Goldman Sachs Taps JPMorgan's Private Blockchain for Repo Trade: Report - CoinDesk
He Woke Up To Find $1.1 Trillion In His Coinbase Account | ZeroHedge
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6/23/2021 • 7 minutes, 57 seconds
"China's Crackdown on Bitcoin Means Bitcoin is Working" - June 22, 2021
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China's Crackdown on Bitcoin Means Bitcoin is Working
Stronghold Gets Dough
Does India's 2% Apply to Crypto?
VanEck Files
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China’s crackdown means Bitcoin is working, says crypto miner
Stronghold Digital Mining Raises $105M to Turn Waste Coal Into Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Existing Indian law could impose 2% levy on crypto bought from offshore exchanges
VanEck files for a new Bitcoin futures mutual fund with US SEC
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6/22/2021 • 7 minutes, 40 seconds
"Bitcoin Bulls Run for Cover?" - June 21, 2021
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Bitcoin Bulls Run for Cover?
Pocahontas Supports CBDC
Banks Obey PBoC
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Classic bearish chart pattern forms for Bitcoin as BTC price tumbles to $32K
Elizabeth Warren Supports Central Bank Cryptos. Should You Be Worried? | ZeroHedge
Banks fall in line as China’s central bank cracks down on crypto accounts
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6/21/2021 • 7 minutes, 40 seconds
"Portugal issues first exchange licenses" June 20th 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $33,623
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,063
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $313
Propy up 68%
The Industrial and Commerce Bank of China enables digital-yuan to cash conversions at over 3k ATMs.
The bitcoin lightning network accelerated to 1500 bitcoin this week.
Portugal licenses cryptocurrency exchanges within the country for the first time.
Grayscale is looking into 13 more investment vehicles.
A VanEck subsidiary is investing in the UK analytics startup CryptoCompare.
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VanEck subsidiary invests in UK analytics startup CryptoCompare
Update: Grayscale Investments Exploring Additional Assets | by Grayscale Investments | Jun, 2021 | Medium
Registration of virtual assets service providers | Banco de Portugal
Bitcoin Lightning network capacity accelerates to 1,500 BTC
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6/20/2021 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Estate in Decentraland brings in $1M" June 19, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $36,123
Ethereum is up .5% at $2,252
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $340
Celer Network up 19%
Enzyme Finance up 15%
An estate in Decentraland has sold for nearly a million dollars.
Scammers are sending out fake hardware wallets to Ledger users
The US government is auctioning off seized bitcoin along with litecoin this weekend
BBVA is opening bitcoin training and custody services in Switzerland.
Galaxy Digital is now serving as the liquidity provider for Goldman.
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6/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Sichuan government shuts off state power to miners " June 18, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $37,148
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,272
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $346
Mirror Protocol up 23%
Mir Coin up 23%
Celo up 15%
The government in Sichuan orders state power grid to cut the power supply for 26 bitcoin mining farms.
Bank of England executive Tom Mutton speaks about CBDCs
BitDAO raised 230M through a private token sale
Blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs raises $14M in a series A
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BitDAO Raises $230M for Decentralized Crypto Investment Fund - CoinDesk
Decentralized derivatives platform SynFutures raises $14 million
Sichuan orders state power grid to cut supply for 26 bitcoin mining farms
Central Bank Digital Currency: An update on the Bank of England’s work - speech by Tom Mutton | Bank of England
Blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs raises $14 million Series A
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6/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Iron finance melts" June 17th, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $39,104
Ethereum is down .5% at $2,419
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $358
XFin Network up 22%
Mir Coin up 15%
The World Bank rejects El Salvador’s request for help implementing Bitcoin as legal tender
US House Republican’s campaign arm will take donations in cryptocurrency
Iron Finance had a catastrophic day yesterday
a16z is backing Goldfinch
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a16z backs DeFi project Goldfinch, which aims to reshape lending
World Bank rejects El Salvador request for help on bitcoin implementation | Reuters
House Republican campaign arm to accept cryptocurrency donations - Axios
Iron Finance's Titan Token Falls to Near Zero in DeFi Panic Sell - CoinDesk
STEEL compensation (07 May 2021 ValueDeFi incident) | by Iron.Finance | Jun, 2021 | Medium
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6/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Fox Launches $100 Million Creative Fund for NFTs" - June 16, 2021
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Fox Launches $100 Million Creative Fund for NFTs
Bitcoin Playing Wait and See
Public Companies Hold One Percent of Bitcoin
Bitwise Secures $70 Million in Funding
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Fox launches $100M creative fund for NFT content creation
Bitcoin Enters Wait-and-See Phase Ahead of Fed Statement - CoinDesk
Listed companies, trusts and ETPs now control almost 7% of the Bitcoin supply
Bitwise secures $70M in Series B funding from major Wall Street investors
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6/16/2021 • 7 minutes, 23 seconds
"B.Protocol Announces v2 Platform"- June 15, 2021
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B.Protocol Announces v2 Platform
Tumusov Calls Out Russia's Central Bank
Hedge Funds Expect 10.6% of Assets in Crypto in Five Years
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B.Protocol announces v2 platform for DeFi liquidations
Russian central bank ‘short-sighted’ regarding crypto, lawmaker says — Fedot Tumusov
Within five years, US hedge funds expect to hold 10.6% of assets in crypto
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6/15/2021 • 7 minutes, 6 seconds
"South Korean Banks Told: Treat Crypto Exchanges as High Risk" June 14, 2021
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South Korean Banks Told: Treat Crypto Exchanges as High Risk
Italian Regulator: Spread of Crypto "Cause for Concern"
Block.one Suits Settled
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Block.one free to focus on $10B crypto business after lawsuit settlements
Italian Regulator Says Unsupervised Spread of Crypto Is a Cause for Concern: Report - CoinDesk
Banks in South Korea Instructed to Treat Crypto Exchanges as High-Risk Clients - CoinDesk
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6/14/2021 • 6 minutes, 30 seconds
"Bitcoin’s Taproot upgrade reaches 90% mandate" June 13th 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $36,011
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,368
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $337
Theta Fuel up 15%
Unus Sed Leo up 15%
Bitcoin’s Taproot upgrade reaches its 90% mandate
Mythical games closes a $75m funding round.
A bill for New York crypto mining died in assembly after passing through the state senate.
Block.one has pays $27.5M to settle a class-action lawsuit
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6/13/2021 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"Alien Punk Cryptopunk brings in $12M at Sotheby’s auction" June 12, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $36,056
Ethereum is up .05% at $2,439
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $343
Aragon Network up 27%
Alien punk Cryptopunk brings in $12M at a Sotheby’s auction
Sustainable supply chain traceability company Circulor raises $14M in a series A round.
Silvergate Bank cuts ties with Binance
Basel Committee for banking supervision published a consultation imposing strict capital requirements for banks with crypto exposure.
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‘Covid Alien’ CryptoPunk Sells for $11.75 million in Sotheby’s Sale | Barron's
Series A investment press release | Circulor
Silvergate Bank cuts ties with Binance, affecting deposits and withdrawals
Basel Committee comment on Crypto
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6/12/2021 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"IMF is Watching El Salvador" June 11, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $37,111
Ethereum is down .05% at $2,454
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $358
Chiliz up 40%
AMP up 27%
IMF watching El Salvador closely ahead of meeting.
OKcoin is awarding a 100k grant to Brink a bitcoin development Non-profit.
State-chartered banks in Texas have gotten the green light for crypto asset custody
British Billionaire Alan Howard leads a $25M investment in the London crypto custodian Copper.
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Alan Howard makes fresh investment in crypto start-ups | Financial Times
Texas State Regulator Greenlights Banks to Custody Crypto - CoinDesk
Okcoin Awards $100K Grant to Bitcoin Development Non-Profit Brink - CoinDesk
IMF Sees Risks After El Salvador Makes Bitcoin Legal Tender - Bloomberg
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6/11/2021 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"El Salvador adopts Bitcoin, moves toward volcanic mining" June 10, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $37,906
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,571
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $366
WayzirX up 19%
Wootrade up 17%
El Salvador officially passed the bitcoin proposal.
Senator Elizabeth Warren strikes out against cryptocurrency.
Blockchain protocol Boson pays a record $704k for a Decentraland plot — to build a mall.
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Warren: U.S. government needs to confront crypto threats ‘head on’ | Reuters
Boson Pays Record $704K for Decentraland Plot to Create a Virtual Mall: Report - CoinDesk
El Salvador approves Bitcoin as legal tender | Crypto News | Al Jazeera
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6/10/2021 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Gemini Acquires Shard X" - June 9, 2021
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Gemini Acquires Shard X
Coinbase Not Involved in Seizure of Darkside Dough
CFTC Boss Says DeFi Derivitives Platforms Not Legal
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Coinbase says it was not involved in the DOJ's Bitcoin ransom seizure
Gemini Acquires Crypto Custody Firm Shard X - CoinDesk
After googling it, CFTC boss says DeFi is a ‘bad idea’ and probably illegal
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6/9/2021 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Hong Kong Includes CBDC" - June 8, 2021
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Hong Kong Includes CBDC
Feds Track and Get Colonial Pipeline Hacker Bitcoin
Ripple Likes Sidechains Better
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Hong Kong includes central bank digital currency in fintech strategy
Ripple publishes proposal for federated sidechains to keep main ledger lean
FBI Recovers Bitcoin From Colonial Ransomware Attack - CoinDesk
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6/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Anchorage Digital Rolls Out ETH-Backed Loans" - June 7, 2021
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Anchorage Digital Rolls Out ETH-Backed Loans
Ghana Advances CBDC
Sherlock Funded
Master Ventures Funds Polkadot Project
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Anchorage Digital rolls out ETH-backed loans with America's 10th oldest bank
Ghana at 'Advanced Stages' With Digital Cedi, Central Bank Governor Says - CoinDesk
DeFi Risk Assessor Sherlock Raises $1.5M in Pre-Seed Funding - CoinDesk
Master Ventures creates $30 million VC fund to support Polkadot projects
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6/7/2021 • 7 minutes, 21 seconds
"El Salvador moves for Bitcoin Standard" June 6th, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $36,032
Ethereum is up slightly at $2,709
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $391
Enzyme finance up 25%
Kyber network up 17%
The president of El Salvador is moving to recognize Bitcoin as legal tender within the country.
FTX is paying $210 million to rename the most-valuable pro esports team from TSM to TSM FTX.
Texas governor Greg Abbott signed a law to create a legal framework for cryptocurrencies and blockchain
Second Digital Yuan test in Beijing.
Links:
Beijing to give away over $6 million in latest digital yuan test
A Pro E-Sports Team Is Getting $210 Million to Change Its Name - The New York Times
Greg Abbott on Twitter: "Blockchain is a booming industry that Texas needs to be involved in. I just signed a law for Texas to create a master plan for expanding the blockchain industry in Texas. #Blockchain #Bitcoin #cryptocurrency https://t.co/bMKXxxYooe" / Twitter
President of El Salvador Says He’s Submitting Bill to Make Bitcoin Legal Tender - CoinDesk
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6/6/2021 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Jack Dorsey wants to build a Bitcoin hardware wallet" June 5, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 3% at $35,512
Ethereum is down 4% at $2,613
and Binance Coin is down 4% at $386
Amp up 20%
Wootrade up 17%
Theta fuel up 15%
Jack Dorsey tweeted yesterday that Square is considering developing a bitcoin hardware wallet.
Sotheby’s has opened a virtual replica of its London galleries in Decentraland
China is launching a new copyright protection blockchain
Links:
Sotheby’s Opens Virtual Replica of Its London Galleries in Decentraland - CoinDesk
Jack on Twitter: "Square is considering making a hardware wallet for #bitcoin. If we do it, we would build it entirely in the open, from software to hardware design, and in collaboration with the community. We want to kick off this thinking the right way: by sharing some of our guiding principles." / Twitter
China Launches New Copyright Protection Blockchain - CoinDesk
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6/5/2021 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Google adjusts ad policy for crypto" June 4, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $36,538
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,609
and Binance Coin is down 1.5% at $375
crypto.com up 39%
NuCypher up 27%
UMA up 16%
Open positions in the CME Bitcoin futures have fallen to it’s lowest point since mid December
Blockchain.com says they will move their US headquarters to Miami, from New York
Google, Alibaba, and 300+ other companies seek crypto licenses in Singapore.
Google will adjust ad policy for crypto exchanges and wallets.
Links:
Update to Financial products and services policy (June 2021) - Advertising Policies Help
Open Positions in CME-Based Bitcoin Futures Slump to 5 1/2-Month Low - CoinDesk
Blockchain.com announces Miami move, plans to create 300 jobs | Miami Herald
Singapore’s fintech honcho has vision of Asian Silicon Valley
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6/4/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"ECB says CBDCs will be vital for future financial strength" June 3, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $38,693
Ethereum is down 2% at $2,785
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $420
OKB up 28%
Iota up 15%
Kusama up 15%
Cryptology says it will invest $100M in crypto related venture funds over the next 2 years.
Paxful announces Paxful Pay
A California man faces two years in federal prison for illegally operating a Bitcoin money transmission business
The ECB says CBDCs will be vital for future financial strength.
Links:
Yorba Linda Man Sentenced to 2 Years in Prison for Operating Illegal ATM Network that Laundered Bitcoin and Cash for Criminals | USAO-CDCA | Department of Justice
Paxful Hits $5 Billion Volume | Newswire
Cryptology Asset Group Commits USD 100 Million to Invest Globally in Crypto-related Venture Funds | Business Wire
The international role of the euro, June 2021 - ECB on CBDCs
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6/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"EU Launches Digital Wallet" - June 2, 2021
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EU Launches Digitasl Wallet
Guggenheim's New Fund Seeks Exposure to Crypto
Goldman Analyst Says Crypto Is Alternative to Copper
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EU Launches "Digital Wallet" In Latest Step Toward 'Cashless Society' | ZeroHedge
Goldman Sachs Analyst Says Crypto Is an Alternative to Copper, Not Gold - CoinDesk
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6/2/2021 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Marathon Will No Longer Censor Bitcoin" - June 1, 2021
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Marathon Will No Longer Censor Bitcoin
Borse Stuggart Digitasl Exchange Launches Trading Apps
Tether Tells the Tale
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Borse Stuttgart Digital Exchange launches crypto trading mobile app
Disruption in Tether's Value Could Be Crypto Equivalent of 'Breaking the Buck': Former CFTC Chairman - CoinDesk
Marathon Won't Censor Bitcoin Transactions: Mining CEO - CoinDesk
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6/1/2021 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
"Normand Out: Sees Crypto as "No Better Hedge"- May 31, 2021
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Normand Out: Sees Crypto as "No Better Hedge"
SEC Denied Access to Ripple Legal Advice
Crypto "Great Concern" to Irish Central Bank
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Court denies SEC access to Ripple’s legal advice
Irish Central Bank Official Says Crypto's Popularity Is 'Great Concern' - CoinDesk
A JPMorgan Icon Quits, And Has Some Parting Words About Cryptocurrencies | ZeroHedge
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5/31/2021 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"Bitcoin Car to debut at Indy 500" May 30, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $35,616
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,374
and Cardano is up 1% at 1.63
Telcoin up 15%
DeFiChain up 15%
Decred up 15%
The first bitcoin-sponsored racing car will debut today in the Indy-500.
Wisdomtree filed for an Ethereum ETF —joining a pile of others on hold with the SEC.
Sweden’s central bank will test the e-Krona with the commercial bank Handelsbanken.
Links:
BITCOIN JOINS THE INDIANAPOLIS 500 WITH ED CARPENTER RACING - Ed Carpenter Racing
Sweden's Handelsbanken to help test central bank digital currency | Reuters
WisdomTree Eth ETF S-1
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5/30/2021 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"US treasury looking to expand crypto reporting" May 29th 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $35,500
Ethereum is up 1% at $2,458
and Binance Token is up 1% at 330
Monero up 20%
Zcash up 17%
Helium up 17%
USDC maker Circle is considering a SPAC deal
The SEC has filed a lawsuit against the alleged promoters of the BitConnect crypto Ponzi scheme
US treasury looking to expand crypto reporting
Police in the west midlands discover illicit mining farm.
Links:
SEC.gov | SEC Charges U.S. Promoters of $2 Billion Global Crypto Lending Securities Offering
Treasury revenue proposals. (p.94)
Bitcoin ‘mine’ uncovered during industrial unit raid | News | West Midlands Police
After $440 million fundraise, Circle is said to be considering a SPAC deal
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5/29/2021 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Dubai government tweets to clarify DubaiCoin confusion" May 28, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 2% at $36,731
Ethereum is up 3% at $2,559
and Binance Token is up 2% at 331
Pundi X up 25%
Theta Fuel up 15%
Dubai says the country has not launched its own cryptocurrency
Brad Garlinghouse thinks Ripple will still go public, eventually.
Chainalysis says whales bought 77k BTC ($3B+)
BurgerSwap was exploited for just over $7M
Links:
Ripple Waiting for SEC Suit Resolution Before Going Public - CoinDesk
Dubai Media Office on Twitter: "Dubai Coin cryptocurrency was never approved by any official authority. The website promoting the coin is an elaborate phishing campaign that is designed to steal personal information from its visitors. https://t.co/Q0HBXfqaDO" / Twitter
Igor Igamberdiev on Twitter: "1/7 Another flash loan attack on a major DeFi protocol on BSC. Today $7.2M was stolen from @burger_swap in 14 transactions. Let’s see what’s happened👇 https://t.co/gZQwiJGJ6X" / Twitter
Chainalysis Market Intel | Blockchain analysis for cryptocurrency markets
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5/28/2021 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"PayPal is working on crypto withdrawal capability" May 27, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $39,886
Ethereum is up 2% at $2,843
and Binance Coin is up 2% at $379
Enjin Coin up 24%
Nexo up 22%
EOS up 15%
PayPal is working on crypto withdrawal capability
Carl Icahn considering moves in crypto space.
Fidelity’s bitcoin fund has picked up more than $100M from investors
Apple job post points to business development involving digital wallets/crypto
Ledn closes a $30M series A
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PayPal exec says payments giant is working on crypto withdrawal capability
Carl Icahn hints at investments in the crypto space, says 'I'm looking at the whole business'
SEC FORM D/A - Fidelity filing
Business Development Manager – Alternative Payments - Careers at Apple
Digital Asset Savings and Loan Platform Ledn Raises US$30M Series A | Business Wire
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5/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Iran Bans All Crypto Mining Until September 22" - May 26, 2021
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Iran Bans All Crypto Mining Until September 22
UK Ad Organization Rules on Crypto Ad
AP Auctions Iconic Photos as NFTs
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UK ad organization bans crypto exchange's ‘time to buy’ Bitcoin advert
Iran Bans All Crypto Mining for the Summer: Report - CoinDesk
Associated Press Auctions 10 NFTs Celebrating 175 Years of Photojournalism - CoinDesk
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5/26/2021 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"A Blockchain Tower to Rise Over Gotham City's Midtown" - May 25, 2021
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A Blockchain Tower to Rise over Gotham City's Midtown
Globant Bought Half a Million in Bitcoin
Stocks Exposed to Bitcoin Slide
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Crypto-exposed stocks slide as BTC-bolstered treasuries shed value
$8.6B IT firm Globant revealed as Bitcoin’s latest institutional buyer
Todd Morley Plans to Build Blockchain Tower in Manhattan: Report - CoinDesk
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5/25/2021 • 6 minutes
"Figure Raises $200 Million" - May 24, 2021
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Figure Raises $200 Million
Biden Wants More of Your Money
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President's tax gap proposal calls for businesses to report crypto transactions above $10,000
Figure raises $200 million Series D, raising its valuation to $3.2 billion
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5/24/2021 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"Summer of CBDC" May 23rd, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $35,627
Ethereum is down slightly at $2,151
and Dogecoin is down 1% at .32
Diamond up 69%
US Federal reserve promises paper on US CBDC this summer.
The US Attorney and the Secret Service are lookin to help victims of the 2017 Etherdelta hack.
Volatility a headache for ETF managers.
Lawmakers in Nebraska are turning to the blockchain.
Links:
U.S. Government Seeks Information About Victims Of December 2017 EtherDelta Hack | USAO-NDCA | Department of Justice
Canadian Bitcoin ETFs rattled by crypto tumult | Financial Times
Nebraska Blockchain Legislation
Federal Reserve Board - Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell outlines the Federal Reserve's response to technological advances driving rapid change in the global payments landscape
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5/23/2021 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Happy Bitcoin Pizza Day" May 22, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $38,296
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,436
and Binance Coin is up .5% at $326.
Solve Care up 175%
Populous up 21%
The largest dutch Dominos Pizza franchise will offer Bitcoin salaries.
Wells Fargo set to offer crypto investment strategies to qualified investors.
Gary Gensler is working for more investor protection
GoogleTrends shows the search interest for cryptocurrency hit an all time high in the second week of May
Links:
Wells Fargo Plans to Add Crypto Fund to Platform, Top Exec Shares Why
SEC.gov | Remarks at 2021 FINRA Annual Conference
GoogleTrends on Twitter: ""What happened to cryptocurrency today” is up +850%, past day, Worldwide "Should I sell my crypto” is up +400%, past day, US https://t.co/97hThGzDd2" / Twitter
Staff at Biggest Dutch Domino’s Pizza Franchise Can Now Be Paid in Bitcoin - CoinDesk
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5/22/2021 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"OCC issues scam warning " May 21st, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 2% at $41,281
Ethereum is up 2% at $2,738
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $384.
Monero up 22%
Helium up 17%
Hex up 16%
Yield farming aggregator PancakeBunny was exploited via a flash loan attack.
Germany’s Trade Republic has pulled in a $900M Series C
Senator Jane Hume called cryptocurrencies an "asset class that will grow in importance."
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency issues scam warning.
Elon Musk thinks the layer-2 payments network Lightning is needed on the Bitcoin network.
Links:
pancakebunny.finance on Twitter: "Attention Bunny Fam Our project has suffered a flash loan attack from an outside exploiter. We will be posting a post mortem, in depth analysis, but for the time being we would like to update the community as to how this happened." / Twitter
Germany’s Trade Republic lands $900 million investment led by Sequoia
Financial Services Minister Jane Hume says cryptocurrency is 'high risk' as Bitcoin falls | Daily Mail Online
US Agency Issues Alert Warning Consumers of Fraudulent Emails Seeking Bitcoin Wallet Keys - CoinDesk
Elon Musk on Twitter: "@BTCsessions @TeslaGong @wintonARK Achieving truly decentralized finance – power to the people – is a noble & important goal. Layer count depends on projected bandwidth & compute, both rising rapidly, which means single layer network can carry all human transactions in future imo. For now, Lightning is needed." / Twitter
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5/21/2021 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Institutions bought the dip" May 20, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $40,404
Ethereum is up 2% at $2,730
and Binance Coin is up 1% at 369.
Internet Computer up 65%
Cardano up 41%
Dogecoin up 40%
$460B of value liquidated in the crypto markets—institutions buying.
A costly mistake for BlockFi.
OCC, FED, FDIC to create interagency tem for crypto regulation
Instagram is hosting a professional development panel for NFT artists
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OCC, Federal Reserve and FDIC are committed to collaborating on crypto
Instagram First Creator Week Events Scheduled for June - Variety
BlockFi is scrambling to recover millions in BTC it mistakenly sent to users
Crypto Market Loses $460B as Ether, Altcoins Follow Bitcoin’s Deep Dive - CoinDesk
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5/20/2021 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
"FUD Rules: Buy the Dip?" - May 19, 2021
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FUD Rules: Buy the Dip?
Twenty-Three Percent of Bitcoin Wallets Negative
Kimchi Premium Lives
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Stocks, China and the dollar: 3 reasons why Bitcoin price is tanking below $40K
Nearly a quarter of unique Bitcoin wallets at a loss amid $15K price dump
Bitcoin $5K ‘kimchi premium’ returns while gold prices surge in Korea
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Cardano's ERC-20 Converter Tool Nears Beta Testing
Darkside Address Found
Coinbase Seeks Cash
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Cardano ERC-20 converter nears testnet phase
DarkSide Hackers' Bitcoin Ransom Tracked - CoinDesk
Coinbase to raise $1.25B via debt securities for institutional investors
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5/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"ETH and BTC Transaction Costs Drop" - May 17, 2021
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ETH and BTC Transaction Costs Drop
Musk the Culprit?
Allianz Says Firms Providing Crypto Services Exposed to Risk
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Bitcoin and Ethereum usage fees drop 70%–80% as market slide continues
Elon Musk hints Tesla may offload BTC, goes to war with crypto Twitter
Crypto Exposure May Impact Financial Firms' Risk Profiles: Allianz - CoinDesk
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5/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Greenridge to offset bitcoin mining emissions " May 16, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $49,560
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,849
and Binance Coin is up 1% at 605.
Numeraire up 52%
Harmony up 21%
XRP up 16%
Greenridge invests in renewable energy projects to offset bitcoin mining emissions
Crypto twitter doneates more than $800k to a child with leukemia.
Delphi Digital is launching a transparent NFT fund.
FTX.US is hiring Brett Harrison as its first president.
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5/16/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Argentina’s Tax authority to track transactions" May 15, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $48,959
Ethereum is up 1% at $3,905
and Binance Coin is up .5% at 587.
Polygon up 31%
Cardano up 15%
Cosmos up 15%
Microsoft is closing down its Azure Blockchain Service in September.
The Bank of England says it looks probable that the state would need to issue some form of digital cash to retain citizen’ confidence.
Argentina’s Tax authority has ordered crypto exchanges to file information on transactions.
Binance is facing an investigation by the IRS and Department of justice
The Bitcoin wallet used by DarkSide for ransom payments has ben ID’d by Elliptic
Links:
Azure Blockchain Service retirement notification and guidance - Azure Blockchain | Microsoft Docs
Binance Faces Probe by U.S. Money-Laundering and Tax Sleuths (1)
Elliptic Follows the Bitcoin Ransoms Paid by Colonial Pipeline and Other DarkSide Ransomware Victims
Do we need ‘public money’? - speech by Jon Cunliffe | Bank of England
Argentina’s Tax Authority Orders Crypto Exchanges to File Information on Transactions: Report - CoinDesk
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5/15/2021 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"Facebook's Diem Pivots " May 14, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $50,625
Ethereum is up slightly at $3,999
and Binance Coin is down slightly at 606.
Dogecoin up 29%
Polygon up 24%
Ethereum classic, up 21%
Facebook’s Libra project pivots to Diem, pivots back to the US, and pivots to a USD stablecoin.
The IRS warns that the agency can seize people’s crypto assets to settle unpaid taxes.
DeFi protocol xToken exploited for $24.5M.
The Colonial Pipeline paid the $5M crypto ransom soon after the attack.
Links:
IRS Seizing Crypto Assets to Pay Off Tax Debts, Official Says
Colonial Pipeline Paid Hackers Nearly $5 Million in Ransom - Bloomberg
Attacker uses flash loans in $24.5 million exploit of DeFi protocol xToken
xToken on Twitter: "Our initial report on today's exploit. More details in the coming days. https://t.co/ZadHCUTqEK" / Twitter
Diem Announces Partnership with Silvergate and Strategic Shift to the United States
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5/14/2021 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"Markets slide on Tesla Statement" May 13, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 2% at $49,705
Ethereum is up 3% at $3,725
and Binance Coin is up 3% at $589
Nano up 60%
NXT up 22%
Elon Musk announced Tesla would no longer accept Bitcoin for Tesla purchases due to environmental concerns
Vitalik Buterin donated more than $60M to charity using gifted tokens.
Tether has revealed a breakdown of its reserves for the first time since it launched in 2014.
Links:
Elon Musk on Twitter: "Tesla & Bitcoin https://t.co/YSswJmVZhP" / Twitter
Tether reveals a breakdown of its reserves for first time since 2014 launch
Vitalik Buterin donates more than $60M to charity after selling meme tokens including Shiba Inu
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5/13/2021 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
"Do 46 Million Americans Own Crypto?" - May 12, 2021
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Do 46 Million Americans Own Crypto?
9 NFTs Auctioned, Bring 17 Million
Block.one Has 10 Billion to Create Crypto Exchange
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Do 46 million Americans really own crypto?
Rare CryptoPunk NFTs Fetch Almost $17M at Christie's Auction - CoinDesk
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5/12/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Fourteen Percent of Adults Hold Crypto" - May 11, 2021
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Fourteen Percent of Adults Hold Crypto
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5/11/2021 • 6 minutes, 39 seconds
"Cyberattack Yields US State of Emergency Declaration" - May 10, 2010
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Cyberattack Yields US State of Emergency Declaration
Cardano Passes Tether in Market Cap
Musk Jokes; Doge Down
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Cardano smashes new all-time high following 14% gain
US passes emergency waiver over fuel pipeline cyber-attack - BBC News
'Call Me the Dogefather': Elon Musk Explains Crypto to SNL's Audience - CoinDesk
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5/10/2021 • 6 minutes, 45 seconds
"Elon Musk jokes about doge, crypto on SNL. " May 9th, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $57,578
Ethereum is down 2% at $3,833
and Binance Coin is down 2% at $661.79
iExecRLC up 61%
Polygon up 22%
Telecoin up 15%
Elon Musk jokes about dogecoin and crypto on SNL.
Revolut is looking to add Doge trading.
ING said that DeFi is more disruptive to banks than Bitcoin.
Goldman Sachs is offering bitcoin derivatives to investors
OFAC-Compliant mining?
DappRadar raised $5M in a series A round.
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ING DeFi white paper
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5/9/2021 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Bitcoin business booms for Square's Cash App" May 8, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $58,485
Ethereum is down .5% at $3,543
and Binance Coin is down .5% at $633.79
Bitcoin Diamond up 50%
Horizon up 26%
Fantom up 20%
Square’s Cash App’s brought in $3.51 billion in bitcoin revenue during the first quarter of 2021.
VanEck has filed for an Ethereum exchange traded fund.
Sotheby’s is working with Coinbase to accept bitcoin and ether for a physical artwork by Banksy.
The New York giants inked a sponsorship deal with Grayscale
Crypto(dot)com to sponsor the Coppa Italia
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UFC & Chiliz Partner To Launch UFC Fan Token On Socios.com | UFC
Auction house Sotheby's to accept bitcoin and ether for a physical artwork via Coinbase
New York Giants, Grayscale Investments announce first cryptocurrency partnership of an NFL team
Crypto.com Becomes Official Sponsor of Italy’s Soccer Cup Final - CoinDesk
Square reports $3.51 billion in bitcoin revenue via its Cash app for first quarter of 2021
VanEck ethereum trust
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5/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Citi Bank examines crypto trading, custody, & financing" May 7, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $56,424
Ethereum is down .5% at $3433
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $624.15
VeChain up 19%
Monero up 17%
Ethereum Classic up 15%
Citi Bank is looking to launch crypto trading, custody and financing services
Amazon is rolling out dedicated mining solutions for Chia on AWS.
GoldmanSachs is leading the $15m Series B Funding round for Coin Metrics
Ether options traders are bullish for $8k
The IRS set to pull records for Kraken users transacting over $20k in Crypto.
Links:
Coin Metrics Closes $15M Series B Round Led By Goldman Sachs
Galaxy Digital to Acquire BitGo to Form Pre-Eminent Global Provider of Digital Asset Financial Services for Institutions
Ether Options Traders Betting on $8K Price Next Month - CoinDesk
Court Authorizes Service of John Doe Summons Seeking Identities of U.S. Taxpayers Who Have Used Cryptocurrency | OPA | Department of Justice
Citi considers crypto
Amazon rolls out Chia crypto mining solution on AWS
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5/7/2021 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Galaxy Digital to acquire BitGo. NYDIG wants to help banks offer Bitcoin." May 6, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $58,115
Ethereum is up 1% at $3529
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $648.15
Ethereum Classic up 40%
Cardano up 20%
Bitcoin Cash up 17%
Coinbase released its transparency report yesterday. US, UK, Germany top requester list.
NYDIG and fintech firm FIS want to help banks offer Bitcoin to their customers.
Mercado Libre revealed a $7.8M treasury Bitcoin buy yesterday.
The national bank of Georgia has announced that the country is exploring CBDCs
Galaxy Digital will acquire crypto custodian BitGo for $1.2B.
Links:
Coinbase Transparency Report — H2 2020 | by Coinbase | May, 2021 | The Coinbase Blog
Mercado Libre Report
Georgia's central bank is exploring the issuance of a CBDC
Bitcoin in Your Bank Account? FIS, NYDIG Partner to Enable Banks to Offer Their Customers the Ability to Buy, Sell and Hold Bitcoin | Business Wire
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5/6/2021 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
'Whales, Professionals, and Institutions Buying Bitcoin Dip" - May 5, 2021
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Whales, Professionals, and Institutions Buying Bitcoin Dip
Money Expires? Yes!
Blockchain.com Buys AiX
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Pro traders buy the Bitcoin price dip while retail investors chase altcoins
Dangers Of Programmable Money Explained | ZeroHedge
Blockchain.com Acquires AI Firm to Expand Institutional Offering - CoinDesk
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5/5/2021 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
"CZ:CBDC Controlled and Unattractive to Crypto Industry" - May 4, 2021
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CZ:CBDC Controlled and Unattractive to Crypto Industry
Coinbase Expands Support For Tether
eBay CEO Hints at Crypto Payments, NFT Sales
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5/4/2021 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"Digital Dollar Allows the Fed to Place Citizens on 'No-Buy' List" - May 3, 2021
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Digital Dollar Allows the Fed to Place Citizens on 'No-Buy' List
Ether Tops Three Thousand Dollars
CZ: Bitcoin Less Volatile Than Apple and Tesla
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Ethereum hits $3,000 for the first time, now larger than Bank of America
Binance CEO CZ: Bitcoin is less volatile than stocks like Apple and Tesla
Digital Dollar Project Plans First 5 Pilot Projects for US CBDC - CoinDesk
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5/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 49 seconds
"Bank of England hiring for CBDC team" May 2, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $56,848
Ethereum is up .5% at $2924
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $618.09
Nano up 28%
Hex up 17%
Helium up 15%
Andreesen Horowitz is setting up a new fund to invest up to $1B in crypto and crypto startups.
The Bank of England has begun hiring for the central bank digital currency team.
Paxos raises $300M, becomes latest Crypto unicorn.
Miners generated $1.7B in revenue in April.
Ethiopian education minister confirms partnership with Cardano.
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5/2/2021 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"Coinbase to acquire Skew" May 1, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $57,900
Ethereum is up .5% at $2880
and Binance Coin is up .5% at 627.61
OKB up 48%
DigiByte up 23%
Dogecoin up 15%
BaFin said Binance stock tokens may violate European securities laws.
Ex-Florida tax collector Joel Greenburg allegedly offered Roger Stone Bitcoin for a pardon.
Mastercard is exploring applications on top of CBDCs.
Coinbase is set to acquire Skew.
Links:
Joel Greenberg Offered Roger Stone Bitcoin in Hopes of a Trump Pardon - CoinDesk
Binance's Stock Tokens May Violate Law, Germany’s Financial Watchdog Says - CoinDesk
Mastercard to Explore Applications It Can Build on Top of CBDCs - CoinDesk
Coinbase set to acquire data and analytics platform Skew for undisclosed sum
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5/1/2021 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Beijing to watch Bitcoin miner energy consumption" April 30, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $54,258
Ethereum is down 1% at $2740
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $603.56
Venus up 23%
Fantom up 17%
Waves up 15%
Intercontinental Exchange liquidated its 1.4% stake in Coinbase for $1.2B genrating $900M in net profit
Bitcoin mining company Genesis ordered $94M worth of miners from Canaan.
The alleged operator of the crypto mixer Bitcoin Fog was arrested on money laundering charges.
Beijing will begin to watch cryptocurrency mining operations to assess their impact on energy consumption.
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Earnings Supplement for BAKKT/NYSE Parent
Bitcoin mining firm Genesis orders $94 million worth of machines from Canaan
Affidavit for Bitcoin Fog operator arrest
China's capital probes cryptocurrency mining -sources | Reuters
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4/30/2021 • 6 minutes, 58 seconds
"Hasbro considers NFTs" April 29, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $54,298
Ethereum is down slightly at $2763
and Binance Coin is down 1% at 594.36
Fantom up 20%
PancakeSwap up 17%
1Inch up 15%
Hasbro looks into NFTs
The SEC delays the VanEck bitcoin ETF decision to June
DeFi exchange Uranium finance lost $50M in an exploit.
Massachusetts based Eric Meiggs pleads guilty to sim-swapping attacks targeting crypto accounts.
Links:
SEC delays VanEck ETF
DeFi Exchange Uranium Finance Loses $50M in Exploit
Massachusetts Man Pleads Guilty to Operating Nationwide Scheme to Steal Social Media Accounts and Cryptocurrency | OPA | Department of Justice
Toy company Hasbro is ‘actively developing’ NFT opportunities, says CEO
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4/29/2021 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Ether High and Coinbase Delays Tether Trading on Pro" - April 28, 2021
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Ether High and Coinbase Delays Tether on Pro
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Coinbase Pro Delays Rollout of Tether Trading Citing API Issues - CoinDesk
Ethereum on a high after European Investment Bank’s $121M digital bond news
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4/28/2021 • 5 minutes, 25 seconds
"Dollar Drop; Crypto Pop Means No Confidence" - April 27, 2021
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Dollar Drop; Crypto Pop Means No Confidence
JPMorgan Reveals It Has Accumulated Crypto and Has New Crypto-Exposed Fund
Elon Musk: No, I Did Not Sell Any Bitcoin
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‘I have not sold any of my Bitcoin’: Elon Musk
JP Morgan Launches Bitcoin Fund For Rich Clients After Years Of Bashing Crypto | ZeroHedge
Dollar Drop, Crypto Pop Reflects "Crazy People" Running The System | ZeroHedge
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4/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Binance Will Ad Tokens Tracking MicroStrategy, Apple and Microsoft" - April 26, 2021
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Binance Will Ad Tokens Tracking MicroStrategy, Apple and Microsoft
Thirty Million Funding Round for Securrency
Ant Group Working With Peoples Bank of China on CBDC Since 2017
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Binance to launch MicroStrategy, Apple and Microsoft stock tokens
US Bank, State Street Back $30M Raise for Institutional Crypto Builder Securrency - CoinDesk
Ant Group Has Been Working With China's PBOC on CBDC Since 2017
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4/26/2021 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
"Crypto exchange volumes top $1.3 trillion in April" April 25, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $49,545
Ethereum is up 1% at $2286
and Binance Coin is up 1% at 502.78
Solana up 17%
Terra up 16%
Arweave up 16%
Wyoming’s DAO law will go into effect in July
Crypto exchange volumes in April have set a new benchmark.
The Centre Consortium blacklisted seven Ethereum addresses.
Ampleforth is giving governeance tokens to every wallet that has ever held the token
The auction house Phillips sold its first NFT for $3.4M.
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4/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"3rd crypto bank. 4th Bitcoin ETF application" April 24th, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $49,498
Ethereum is down slightly at $2213
and Binance Coin is down slightly at 496.33
Ethos up 24%
Dogecoin up 21%
Celo up 17%
The NYSE has filed to list shares of Valkyrie’s Bitcoin ETF.
Paxos has become the third federally regulated crypto bank.
The tax collection department in Seoul cracks down on tax evaders
A UK court rules that Craig Wright can serve bitcoin.org over the publication of the Bitcoin white paper.
Links:
NYSE Files to List Shares of Valkyrie's Bitcoin ETF - CoinDesk
OCC Conditionally Approves Chartering of Paxos National Trust | OCC
City of Seoul seizes cryptocurrencies from tax delinquents | Yonhap News Agency
London court allows Australia's Wright to serve bitcoin copyright claim | Reuters
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4/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
"Tax slide. Possible exit scam?" April 23, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $50,104
Ethereum is up .5% at $2306.40
and Binance Coin is up 2% at 520.70
BitTorrent up 15%
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President Biden announced tax plan adjustments yesterday that pushed bitcoin and the broader market into a slide
Turkish exchange Thodex is being accused of fraud
The Graph launches micro transaction system Scaler
Huobi asset management has launched four crypto funds
Links:
Bitcoin sinks below $50,000 as cryptos stumble over Biden tax plans | Reuters
Thodex Bitcoin ($BTC) Cryptocurrency Investors Fear Losses as CEO Goes Missing - Bloomberg
The Graph Launches Microtransaction System for Blockchain Data Providers - CoinDesk
Huobi Asset Management Raises $50M for Crypto 'Tracker' Funds - CoinDesk
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4/23/2021 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
"Deutsche Telekom invests in Celo " April 22, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $54,850
Ethereum is up 1.5% at $2548
and Binance Coin is up 2% at 570.70
Maker up 30%
Uniswap up 20%
Solana up 15%
A bill to link the SEC and CFTC crypto task force is headed to the Senate for a vote.
Deutsche Telekom invests in the public blockchain network Celo
The US GSA will auction off more than $500k in bitcoin tomorrow.
ARK picked up around $76.3M more in coinbase shares.
Coinbase will be delisted by the Deutsche Boerse due to a filing error.
Links:
Deutsche Boerse to de-list Coinbase from Xetra, Frankfurt trade | Reuters
Ark Investment Management Increases Coinbase Holdings to 1.5M Shares - CoinDesk
GSA to sell off more than $500,000 in bitcoin this Friday
House Passes Bipartisan Financial Services Bills | Financial Services Committee Republicans
Deutsche Telekom Invests in Public Blockchain Network Celo | Business Wire
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4/22/2021 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Baillie Gifford Invests Big in Blockchain.com" - April 21, 2021
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Baillie Gifford Invests Big in Blockchain.com
Monero Hits Three-Year High
Altcoins Up
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Institutional XRP inflows surge as AUM nearly doubles
Atomic swaps and network upgrades send Monero (XMR) price to a 3-year high
UK Asset Manager Baillie Gifford Invests $100M in Blockchain.com
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4/21/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Venmo Now Supports Crypto" - April 20, 2021
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Venmo Now Supports Crypto
Diem Focuses on Individuals
Brian Brooks New CEO of Coinbase US
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PayPal-owned Venmo launches cryptocurrency trading
Facebook-backed Diem Association reportedly to launch stablecoin pilot in 2021
Former currency comptroller to become CEO of Binance US crypto exchange
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4/20/2021 • 6 minutes, 18 seconds
"UK Establishes CBDC Task Force" - April 19, 2021
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UK Establishes CBDC Task Force
WSJ Smacks SEC
Time Takes Crypto
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UK government establishes central bank digital currency task force
SEC Causing ‘Confusion’ Over Cryptocurrency in Case With Ripple: WSJ
Time Magazine to accept crypto payments for digital subscriptions
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4/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 30 seconds
"Markets slide on rumors" April 18, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $53,955
Ethereum is down 2% at $2079
and Binance Coin is down 3% at 440.20
Vertcoin up 42%
Dogecoin up 15%
The Riksbank set out its 5 year timeframe for a central bank e-krona
Mark Cuban invests in NFT data platform CryptoSlam
Coinbase CEO Brian armstrong sold $291M in shares on opening day
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4/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Market slides on Turkey's ban" April 17, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $60,623
Ethereum is up .5% at $2400
and Binance Coin is down 3% at 515.20
VeChain up 31%
Bitcoin Cash up 24%
Bitcoin SV up 19%
Turkey has banned payments in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Bitmain is set to launch a new Ethereum ASIC miner — the AntMiner E9
Dapper Labs is raising money at a $7.5B valuation.
Sotheby’s Pak NFT hauls in nearly $17M
Dogecoin shut down Robinhood on Thursday night.
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Auction house Sotheby's NFT sale yields nearly $17M
A new generation of investors, crypto, and Robinhood — Under the Hood
Bitcoin tumbles after Turkey bans crypto payments citing risks | Reuters
NFT Startup Dapper Labs Raising Money at Over $7.5 Billion Valuation — The Information
Antminer_main on Twitter: "#AntminerE9 is coming soon! Ready to set the world on fire! #Bitmain #Antminer #ETH #ethereum https://t.co/NAFzE8F3iu" / Twitter
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4/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 56 seconds
"Doge high. Much wow." April 16, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $60,661
Ethereum is up 1% at $2373
and Binance Coin is up 1% at 519.75
Dogecoin up 129%
Ethereum Classic up 25%
Theta Token up 15%
Dogecoin reached a new all time high overnight.
Binance burns over 1M BNB tokens—worth about $595M.
Ark funds bought $110M more in Coinbase shares on Thursday
Rothschild Investment picks up a $4.75M initial stake in Grayscale Ethereum Trust
SushiSwap has made a $50k donation to No Kid Hungry
Links:
ARK buys $110 mln Coinbase shares, adding to positions | Reuters
15th BNB Burn | Quarterly Highlights and Insights from CZ | Binance Blog
Slim Jim Dogecoin: 9 Things to Know About the Love Affair Between DOGE and the Meat Stick | Markets Insider
Rothschild Investment Buys $4.75M Initial Stake in Grayscale Ethereum Trust - CoinDesk
No Kid Hungry on Twitter: "Thank you @SushiSwap Core Developers for directing 25 ETH (~$50,000) to No Kid Hungry and to @TheGivingBlock for facilitating the transfer — we're so grateful for your help to get kids the meals they need in this crisis and beyond!" / Twitter
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4/16/2021 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"Berlin complete. Coinbase's day one." April 15, 2021.
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Bitcoin is up .5 at $62,476
Ethereum is up 1% at $2438
and Binance Coin is up slightly at 543.36
XFin Network up 41%
Maker up 22%
Compound up 17%
$623M of Bitcoin that was stolen in the Bitfinex hack in 2016 moved yesterday.
Berlin hard fork is complete on Ethereum
Coinbase valued at over 65B after first day.
VanEck launches new digital asset ETF.
AXA Switzerland will let customers pay premiums in BTC.
Links:
Coinbase's first day on Nasdaq ends with an $85.7 billion valuation
VanEck Launches Digital Transformation ETF (DAPP) | Business Wire
Berlin Hard Fork Goes Live, Promises to Reduce Sky-High Ethereum Fees - Decrypt
$623M in Bitcoin From 2016 Bitfinex Hack Moved Under Cover of COIN Hype - CoinDesk
New payment option: Bitcoin | AXA
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4/15/2021 • 6 minutes, 49 seconds
"Binance Lists COIN Today; Exodus Raises Fifty-Six Million Dollars; Privacy Number One in Digital Euro" - April 14, 2021
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Binance Lists COIN Today; Exodus Raises Fifty-Six Million Dollars; Privacy Number One in Digital Euro
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Crypto Exchange Binance to List the Coinbase Stock Token COIN - CoinDesk
Exodus Wallet raises almost $60M in crypto in regulated offering
A Digital Euro Must Protect Privacy, ECB Public Survey Reveals - CoinDesk
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4/14/2021 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
"SEC Strikes Out on Records Request; Ether All-Time High; DLT Goes Mainstream" - April 13, 2021
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SEC Strikes Out on Records Request; Ether All-Time High; DLT Goes Mainstream
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Court Denies SEC's Request Seeking Years of Financial Records From Ripple Execs - CoinDesk
Ether hits new all-time high above $2,200 hours ahead of Berlin hard fork
Linux Foundation, Insurance Group Roll Out Platform to Cut Costs Using DLT - CoinDesk — Story from News
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4/13/2021 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Crypto Mom Speaks; Trust and Scarcity; Use It or Lose It" - April 12, 2021
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Crypto Mom Speaks; Trust and Scarcity; Use It or Lose It
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China's Digital Yuan Comes With An Expiration Date | ZeroHedge
Scarcity Cred: Crypto Is A $2 Trillion Disruptive Force | ZeroHedge
"You’d Have To Shut Down The Internet" To Ban Bitcoin, Says SEC's Hester Peirce | ZeroHedge
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4/12/2021 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Miners hold" April 11, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $59,792
Ethereum is up slightly at $2150
and Binance Coin is up .5% at 471.20
Dogecoin up 19%
Stellar up 17%
XRP up 15%
An executive in China has been accused of misappropriating $45M worth of state-owned bitcoins
Data shows Bitcoin miners are holding on to their coins for the first time since December
Web traffic to crypto exchange dropped nearly 9% in March
Ziglu is offering users in the UK 5% annual interest on Bitcoin.
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4/11/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Christies to auction CryptoPunks" April 10, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $60,532
Ethereum is down slightly at $2161
and Binance Coin is up slightly at 485.32
Mirror protocol up 17%
KuCoin up 15%
XRP up 15%
Christies will auction off nine CryptoPunks next month.
Russian Central Bank officials indicate digital Ruble will launch in 2023.
Caruso properties announced it will accept bitcoin for rent
Square Crypto and Gemini teamed up to send a grant to the developers of The Mempool Open Source Project.
Links:
Caruso Bitcoin - Los Angeles Times
Russian central bank officials indicate that a digital ruble will launch in 2023
Cryptopunks on Christies
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4/10/2021 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Coinbase joins DeFi Alliance " April 9, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $58,477
Ethereum is down slightly at $2084
and Binance Coin is up 1% at 436.15
Those are your leaders by market cap, top gainers in the last 24 hours…
Waves up 39%
Enjin Coin up 25%
ThorChain up 19%
The DeFi alliance added Coinbase to its roster.
Riot Blockchain signed a contract to pick up 42,000 mining machines from Bitmain.
Coinme launched 300 Bitcoin-enabled kiosks in Florida
Robinhood reports 9.5M customers trading crypto on-app in Q1.
Revolt is adding support for 11 new tokens.
Links:
Revolut adds 11 new tokens including Uniswap and Cardano
How Crypto Fits Into Robinhood’s Mission | by Christine Brown | Apr, 2021 | Robinhood
Coinbase on Twitter: "Coinbase has joined the @defialliance, an open association supporting DeFi startups. We look forward to working together to grow the cryptoeconomy." / Twitter
Riot Blockchain Announces Milestone Purchase Order of 42,000 S19j Antminers, Growing Total Hash Rate to 7.7 EH/s Upon 2022 Deployment Nasdaq:RIOT
Coinme Launches 300 Bitcoin-Enabled Kiosks in Florida - CoinDesk
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4/9/2021 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
Plaid announces $425M Series D
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $56,494
Ethereum is up slightly at $2000
and Binance Coin is down .5% at 396.50
Enjin Coin up 40%
PancakeSwap up 16%
IOTA up 15%
Coinbase's Q1 results
Plaid announces $425M Series D.
FTXxMiami Heat partnership official.
Hut8 to raise $400M on TSE.
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HEAT Inks Partnership Deal With FTX.us | Miami Heat
Plaid announces $425 million raise following failed Visa merger
Coinbase reports an estimated $1.8 billion in total revenue for Q1 2021
Bitcoin mining firm Hut 8 files to raise nearly $400 million in Canada
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4/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Crypto Not Money; Nothing But Crypto; New NFT Platform Launching This Spring" - April 7, 2021
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Crypto Not Money
Nothing But Crypto
New NFT Platform Launching This Spring
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Bond Market Is What Stops BTC From Conquering USD: Analyst - CoinDesk
CEO of biggest crypto exchange has ‘close to 100%’ of net worth in crypto
Football star Tom Brady to launch his own NFT platform
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4/7/2021 • 6 minutes, 56 seconds
"Grayscale Adds Chainlink" - April 6, 2021
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Grayscale Adds Chainlink
Coinshares Launches ETP on Swiss SIX Exchange
VCs Invest Sixteen Billion in Blockchain Since 2012
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Grayscale Adds Chainlink to Its Digital Large Cap Fund - CoinDesk
Asset Manager CoinShares Launches Litecoin ETP
Venture capitalists invest over $16B in blockchain equity since 2012
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4/6/2021 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"XRP Back to Pre-SEC Suit Level" - April 5, 2021
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XRP Back to Pre-SEC Suit Level
GME to Sell 3.5 Million Shares
BOJ PoC on CBDC
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XRP Hits Two-Month Price High in Wake of Ether Rally - CoinDesk
GME drops 14% as GameStop announces plans to sell up to 3.5M shares
BOJ Starts Central Bank Digital Currency Experiments - CoinDesk
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4/5/2021 • 5 minutes, 59 seconds
"The Weeknd's Weekend" April 4, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $57,200
Ethereum is down 1% at $2,037
and Binance Coin is down 1% at $335.00
Those are your leaders by market cap, top gainers in the last 24 hours…
Helium up 21%
BitTorrent up 20%
Tron up 15%
The IRS is working to get customer records from Kraken.
The Weeknd’s NFT auction is going swimmingly on Nifty Gateway.
Binance Futures hit a record high of over $10B yesterday.
Thailand’s Central bank will test retail digital currency next year.
Links:
Binance's Crypto Derivatives Platform Sees Record Open Interest of $10B - CoinDesk
Bank of Thailand CBDC pub
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4/4/2021 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"New Ether All-time High" April 3, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $59,189
Ethereum is up slightly at $2094
and Binance Coin is up 1% at $345.00
BitTorrent up 29%
Polkadot up 18%
Tron up 16%
Ether's new all time high of $2,140
Decentraland to add Polygon's Matic Network to get around gas fees
UK’s FCA said bold new scam in action.
FutureFintech acquires Nanjing Ribensi Electronic Technology company.
Links:
Blockchain Recovery Department (clone of FCA authorised firm) | FCA
Move MANA between Ethereum and Polygon | Decentraland
Future FinTech Acquires Chinese Mining Farm for $9M
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4/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Coinbase sets IPO date—4/14." April 2, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $59,445
Ethereum is up slightly at $2004
and Binance Coin is down 1% at 343.64
Helium up 23%
Siacoin up 16%
EOS up 15%
Coinbase confirms their hotly anticipated IPO for April 14th.
Morgan Stanley files for exposure to bitcoin.
The weeknd is set to drop an NFT collection.
Polychain is leading Greenwood’s $2M seed round.
Bitcoin’s mining difficulty hits record high.
Links:
The Weeknd on Twitter: "Excited to announce that my first NFT drop is taking place on Saturday at 2:00 pm EST on @niftygateway. The collection will feature new music and limited edition art. I developed the artwork with Strange Loop Studios https://t.co/627BO4JekK" / Twitter
SEC Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Filing
Coinbase on Twitter: "We’re happy to announce that earlier today, the SEC declared our S-1 registration statement effective and that we expect our direct listing to occur on April 14, 2021, with our Class A common stock trading on the @NASDAQ under the ticker symbol COIN. https://t.co/cwRZWmj9Pv" / Twitter
Bitcoin's mining difficulty adjusts to record high as new miners come online
Polychain leads DeFi lending protocol Greenwood's $2 million seed round
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4/2/2021 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"World's second CBDC now operational" April 1, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $58,632
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,922
and Binance Coin is down slightly at $314.24
Filecoin up 30%
Dogecoin up 24%
Tron up 17%
BlackRock began trading Bitcoin futures in January.
Tesla developers lend a hand to BTCPay.
Eastern Caribbean Central Bank debuts DCash
Element Finance picked up $4.4 million in new funding
Links:
BlackRock has 'started to dabble' in bitcoin, says Rick Rieder
Release 1.0.7.1 · btcpayserver/btcpayserver · GitHub
The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank publicly launches new digital currency
Element Finance Raises $4.4M to Bring Liquidity to Fixed Rate Income and Interest Markets | by Will Villanueva | Element Finance | Mar, 2021 | Medium
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4/1/2021 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Bitcoin Flash Crash" - March 31, 2021
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Bitcoin Flash Crash
Lagarde Lays Out Path to ECU CBDC
Victoria Bitter for Solar Power?
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Bitcoin flash crashes by $2K in 5 minutes, liquidating $600M in longs
Digital euro could take four years, says ECB president Christine Lagarde
Aussie Beer Can Now Be Exchanged for Excess Solar in New Program Involving Blockchain - CoinDesk
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3/31/2021 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"PayPal Now Allows Crypto Payments, Conditions Apply" - March 30, 2021
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PayPal Now Allows Crypto Payments, Conditions Apply
Japan's First "A-1" Token
XRP Holders May Intervene
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3/30/2021 • 7 minutes, 10 seconds
"Justin Sun Announces Just NFT Fund" March 29, 2021
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Justin Sun Announces Just NFT Fund
Cuomo Tracks You With Blockchain
Visa Settles Fiat With Crypto
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3/29/2021 • 6 minutes, 33 seconds
"UK to publish new tax guidelines on crypto next week" March 28, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $55,652
Ethereum is down slightly at $1,692
and Binance Coin is up slightly at 268.08
Ankr Network up 23%
Solana up 19%
Icon up 16%
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear signs crypto mining incentives into law.
Optimism is delaying its main net launch to July.
Senate to confirm Gary Gensler.
UK is set to publish new tax guidelines on crypto next week.
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3/28/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Bank of Japan forms CBDC committee" March 27, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $54,350
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,677
and Binance Coin is up 5% at 254.71
Holo up 28%
Filecoin up 22%
Bittorrent up 15%
Bank of Japan forms CBDC committee.
Hut 8 mining corporation has purchased $30M worth of Nvidia’s new CMP.
New Zealand funds management limited put 5% of its KiwiSaver growth fund into BTC.
Benjamin Reynolds ordered to pay more than $571M for his fraudulent bitcoin trading scheme.
Links:
Bank of Japan statement
Hut 8 Buys $30M Worth of Nvidia's New Crypto Mining GPUs - CoinDesk
Investment or speculation: KiwiSaver fund enters the bitcoin era | Stuff.co.nz
Federal Court Orders UK Man to Pay More Than $571 Million for Operating Fraudulent Bitcoin Trading Scheme | CFTC
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3/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"New York Times auctions NFT column for 560k" March 26, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $52,706
Ethereum is down .5% at $1,618
and Cardano is up 5% at 1.25
Those are your leaders by market cap
Tron up 22%
XRP up 15%
Terra up 15%
Avanti raises $37M in a series A.
India's Ministry of Corporate Affairs requires more crypto disclosure from companies
New York Times auctions NFT column for 560k
US GSA set for another BTC auction.
Links:
Crypto token of New York Times column sells for $560,000. - The New York Times
Get ready for cryptocurrency spring fever on GSA Auctions | GSA
Indian companies will now have to disclose their crypto holdings in financial statements
Digital asset bank Avanti raises $37 million in Series A ahead of launch
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3/26/2021 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Market slides ahead of options expiry" March 25, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 2% at $51,389
Ethereum is down 2% at $1,572
and Binance Coin is down 3% at 237.81
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
DeepBrain Chain up 29%
Aragon network up 28%
Market slides ahead of $6B options expiration.
Serena Williams backs Bitcoin rewards startup Lolli.
StarkWare raised 75M in a Series B led by Paradigm.
Fidelity is the latest to file for a bitcoin ETF
Links:
Serena Williams Backs $5M Round in Bitcoin Rewards Startup Lolli - CoinDesk
StarkWare raises $75 million in Series B funding round led by Paradigm
Fidelity Bitcoin ETF S-1
Record $6B in Options to Expire Friday - CoinDesk
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3/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Tesla Takes Bitcoin for Cars Now" - March 24, 2021
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Tesla Takes Bitcoin for Cars Now
Someone Big Bought the Bitcoin Dip
Ripple Calls XRP Neutral Bridge in Paper
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Elon Musk says Tesla now accepts Bitcoin from US customers
Bitcoin Worth $806M Leaves Coinbase Pro - CoinDesk
Ripple Touts Role for XRP in Central Bank Digital Currency White Paper - CoinDesk
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3/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
"Institutional Inflows to Crypto Down" - March 23, 2021
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Institutional Inflows to Crypto Down
OKEx Closes in South Korea over AML
LocalBitcoins High Month in Morocco
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Institutional crypto managers report record AUM despite U.S. inflows plummeting
Crypto Exchange OKEx Korea to Close as New AML Rules Come Into Force - CoinDesk
Crypto Is Banned in Morocco, but Bitcoin Buys Are Soaring - CoinDesk
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3/23/2021 • 6 minutes, 36 seconds
"Danish Red Cross Sponsors Volcano Relief Bond On Blockchain" - March 22, 2021
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Danish Red Cross Sponsors Volcano Relief Bond On Blockchain
SkyBridge Capital Files for Bitcoin ETF
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Danish Red Cross sponsors $3M blockchain-based volcano catastrophe bond
SkyBridge Capital latest to file Bitcoin ETF application with US SEC
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3/22/2021 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"Coinbase delays IPO until April" March 21, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $56,094
Ethereum is up slightly at $1,766
and Binance Coin is down .5% at 258.76
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Matrix up 51%
VSP up 34%
Dawn up 33%
Coinbase is delaying its direct listing until April
Lindsay Lohan is partnering with Justin Sun to debut NFTs on Tron.
Tony Hawk to auction NFT of his last Ollie 540.
The latest Bitcoin ETF is coming from First Trust Advisors and Skybridge Capital.
Fireblocks raised $133M to stay independant and bring crypto custody to megabanks.
Links:
Fireblocks Raises $133M to Serve More Megabanks With Crypto Custody - CoinDesk
Lindsay Lohan Partners With Justin Sun to Release NFTs on Tron - CoinDesk
Tony Hawk on Instagram: “In 1989 I started trying ollie 540’s as a joke, since it seemed there was no way to keep a skateboard on your feet throughout 1 1/2 spins…”
Coinbase’s Direct Listing Is Said to Be Pushed Back to April - Bloomberg
Bitcoin ETF S1
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3/21/2021 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Coinbase Settles With CFTC Over Old Trading Practices" March 20, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $59,102
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,841
and Binance Coin is down slightly at 269.11
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
BitTorrent up 83%
Pundi X up 55%
Tron up 16%
Coinbase fined $6.5M by CFTC.
The Guggenheim museum is looking for MBA interns who have an opinion on NFT artworks.
NFT marketplace OpenSea raised 23 million in a series A round led by a16Z.
Wirex defends tradmark in high court.
Buyer of $69M Beeple NFT reveals himself.
Links:
CFTC Orders Coinbase Inc. to Pay $6.5 Million for False, Misleading, or Inaccurate Reporting and Wash Trading | CFTC
Even NYC's Highfalutin Guggenheim Museum Is Looking at NFTs, Job Posting Suggests - CoinDesk
NFTs: The First 5000 Beeples - The Metapurser
Brown Rudnick Client Wirex Wins Cryptoback Trade Mark Infringement Claim Against Cryptocarbon and Bee-One - Brown Rudnick
NFT marketplace OpenSea raises $23M in Series A round led by a16z
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3/20/2021 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Japan’s SBI opens mining pool to the public" March 19, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $59,217
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,826
and Binance Coin is up slightly at 267.68
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
SiaCoin up 21%
Theta Token up 17%
Avalanche up 15%
Wyoming’s DAO law passed in the state senate in a landslide vote.
Japan’s SBI has opened its bitcoin mining pool to the public.
DOJ brings charges to operators of unregistered New Hampshire exchange.
Need a job? Work in the metaverse.
Links:
SBI Pool Announcement
DAO Bill Detail
Six Charged with Crimes Related to Virtual Currency Exchange Business | USAO-NH | Department of Justice
This Casino in Decentraland Is Hiring (for Real) - CoinDesk
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3/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Morgan Stanley Announces 3 Bitcoin Funds" March 18, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $58,180
Ethereum is down 1% at $1797
and Cardano is down 1.5% at $1.43
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Basic Attention Token up 30%
Filecoin up 23fi%
Crypto(.)com Chain up 15%
Morgan Stanley annouces three Bitcoin-related funds for its top tier clients.
Maple Finance raised $1.4M for its reputation based DeFi lending platform
US GSA auctioned off 3/4 of a Bitcoin at just over $9k above the market price
Vladimir Putin is calling for more scrutiny into the illicit use of digital assets
Digital art heist.
Links:
Bitcoin: Morgan Stanley is the first big U.S. bank to offer wealthy clients access to bitcoin funds
Maple Finance Raises $1.4M for Its Reputation-Based DeFi Lending Platform - CoinDesk
The U.S. government auctions off 0.7501 BTC for $9,000 above market price
Putin Says Russia Must Stop Illegal Cross-Border Crypto Transfers - CoinDesk
Nifty Gateway on Twitter: "Please see our statement below on reports circulating around security concerns on Nifty Gateway 👇👇👇" / Twitter
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3/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Syndicate Raises One Million" - March 17, 2021
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Syndicate Raises One Million
Arthur Hayes Surrenders April 6?
Bitcoin Suisse AG Application Denied
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Syndicate, an ‘AngelList for DeFi,’ Raises $1M Seed Round Led by IDEO CoLab Ventures - CoinDesk
BitMEX Co-Founder Arthur Hayes Offers to Surrender to US Authorities in Hawaii - CoinDesk
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3/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Ben Delo Pleads Not Guilty" - March 16, 2021
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Ben Delo Pleads Not Guilty
Texas State Securities Board Tells Delta Crypt 'Cease and Desist'
Another Unicorn for Crypto, Austria's First
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Texas securities board takes action against hoax ‘Binance’-branded scheme
Crypto Has Another Unicorn as Bitpanda Raises $170M at $1.2B Valuation - CoinDesk
BitMEX executive surrenders in New York, pleads not guilty
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3/16/2021 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"New Hong Kong Crypto Exchange Live" - March 15, 2021
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OSL, Hong Kong's First Regulated Crypto Exchange, Commences Live Trading - CoinDesk
New EIP hopes to quell tensions between Ethereum’s miners and developers
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3/15/2021 • 5 minutes, 59 seconds
"Petition for France's Central Bank to buy BTC" - March 14th 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $60,409
Ethereum is up 1.5% at $1881
and Binance Coin is up 1% at 270.94
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Decentraland up 54%
Hedra Hashgraph up 38%
Terra up 24%
DCG Foundry mining pool is open to the public.
WisdomTree submits ETF proposal to the SEC.
Bakkt receives BitLicense from NYDFS.
A romanian barber has been arrested for allegedly stealing 620k in crypto.
France’s central bank petitioned to purchase bitcoin.
Links:
Wisdomtree S-1
DCG Foundry mining pool opens to the public after quietly mining over 780 BTC
New York regulators award BitLicense to ICE crypto venture Bakkt
A petition asks French Parliament to allow central bank to hold bitcoin
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3/14/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Bitcoin Breaks $60k" March 13, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $60,012
Ethereum is up .5% at $1905
and Binance Coin is down 1% at 277.51
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Chiliz up 50%
SushiSwap up 20%
BitTorrent up 20%
Bitcoin broke the $60k barrier.
Microstrategy added another $15M in bitcoin to its treasury.
DogeDex atomic swap platform for Dogecoin is live
Patrick Mahomes joins Gronk in minting digital sports collectibles on the blockchain.
The australian government has set aside $7 million for blockchain pilot projects.
Links:
Decentralized Exchange Launches for Dogecoin Swaps - CoinDesk
Department of Industry solving regulatory issues with AU$6.9m blockchain funding | ZDNet
MicroStrategy Acquires Additional $15 Million in Bitcoin at Average Price of $57,146
Rafael Schultze-Kraft on Twitter: "$100m+ short liquidations within 10 minutes. Don't 👏 bet 👏 against 👏 #Bitcoin 👏 Chart: https://t.co/5enuFiIxQG https://t.co/lGOAMtnGAb" / Twitter
Patrick Mahomes to sell NFT trading cards
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3/13/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
Beeple's NFT sells at Christie's for $69M
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $55,940
Ethereum is down .5% at $1752
and Binance Coin is down 3% at 260.41
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Chiliz up 96%
Matic Network up 42%
Terra up 15%
Gavel falls on NFT history.
Jamaica is looking to pilot a CBDC
Former UK chief for Coinbase joins MoonPay
The bank of Russia looks to create a CBDC prototype
Links:
Beeple (b. 1981), EVERYDAYS: THE FIRST 5000 DAYS | Christie’s
Bank of Russia Eyes Digital Ruble Prototype in Late 2021: Report - CoinDesk
Bank of Jamaica set to roll out digital currency by early 2022
Beeple NFT Everydays Sells at Christies Auction for $69 Million in Ether - Bloomberg
Former Coinbase CEO Zeeshan Feroz joins MoonPay as chief growth officer
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3/12/2021 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Beeple NFT Christie's Auction Tops $13M"
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $56,344
Ethereum is up .5% at $1792
and Binance Coin is down slightly at 282.56
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Hedra Hashgraph up 36%
Theta Token up 26%
Ziliqa up 15%
Bidding for Beeple’s EVERYDAYS NFT on auction with Christies tops $13M.
Weibo has suspended Huobi, OKEx and Binance accounts.
Greyscale's ETF considerations.
Links:
Bids for Beeple's 5000-day collection at over $13M as auction winds down
Chinese social media Weibo suspends Huobi, OKEx and Binance accounts
GBTC ETF prospectus
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3/11/2021 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Ripple Drops YouTube Suit" - March 10, 2021
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Ripple Drops YouTube Suit
Digital Currency Group Buys Up To $250 Million in Grayscale Bitcoin Trust
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Ripple ends YouTube lawsuit over XRP giveaway scams, says CEO
Digital Currency Group to Put up to $250M Into Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust - CoinDesk
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3/10/2021 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Bitcoin Whales Buy the Dip" - March 9, 2021
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Bitcoin Whales Buy The Dip
Coinbase On Track for 90 Billion Dollar Valuation
Ethereum Sees Berlin Upgrades April 14
Links:
Bitcoin whales 'bought the dip' as orders for $100K or more hit all-time highs
Coinbase Valuation Nears $100B Ahead of March Nasdaq Listing: Bloomberg - CoinDesk — Story
Ethereum to roll out Berlin upgrade with 4 EIPs
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3/9/2021 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Centra Tech's Sharma Sentenced" - March 8, 2021
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Centra Tech's Sharma Sentenced
Ohio Democrat Senator Brown Wants CBDC
PAID Tokens Wrongly Created
Links:
Paid Network Exploit Mints Attacker 60M Tokens: Report - CoinDesk
Sen. Sherrod Brown pens letter saying Fed must move forward on CBDC
Centra Tech co-founder sentenced to eight years in prison for fraudulent ICO
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3/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Ethereum’s EIP 1559 set for July rollout"
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $50,734
Ethereum is down 1% at $1664
and Binance Coin is down .5% at 238.85
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Mir coin up 20%
Aave up 16%
Uniswap up 15%
The IRS issued clarification around crypto taxable events.
DeFi Project Meerkat was apparently exploited for $31 million worth of crypto
Ethereum’s EIP 1559 proposal set for July
Links:
Ethereum's 'EIP 1559' Fee Market Overhaul Greenlit for July - CoinDesk
Rug pull? DeFi project Meerkat drained by $31M on Binance Smart Chain
Frequently Asked Questions on Virtual Currency Transactions | Internal Revenue Service
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3/7/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Ripple eyes CBDCs. McAfee charged" March 6th, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $47,399
Ethereum is down 1% at $1525
and Cardano is down .5% at 1.10
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Populous up 21%
Whale up 20%
John McAfee charged with conspiracy to commit fraud, and money laundering.
BitGo earns trust license from the NYDFS.
Ripple is working to pivot private ledger to central bank digital currencies.
Swedish fraudster Roger Nils-Jones Karlsson has pled guilty to charges of securities fraud.
Links:
John McAfee charged with fraud over cryptocurrency - BBC News
BitGo Receives NY Trust Charter from the New York State Department of Financial Services | Business Wire
Ripple Pilots a Private Ledger for Central Banks Launching CBDCs | Ripple
Cryptocurrency Fraudster Pleads Guilty to Securities Fraud and Money Laundering Charges in Multi-Million Dollar Investment Scheme | OPA | Department of Justice
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3/6/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Square acquires stake in Tidal. Brave acquires Tailcat." March 5, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $47,969
Ethereum is up slightly at $1488
and Cardano is down slightly at 1.13
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
ZKS up 18%
Harmony up 16%
Iota up 15%
Jack Dorsey’s Square acquired a majority stake in JayZ’s music streaming service Tidal
Brave Browser has acquired Tailcat.
Kings of Leon is releasing a project as an NFT
crypto(.)com announces a $200M fund for crypto startups
Links:
Brave acquires search engine to offer the first private alternative to Google Search and Google Chrome on both mobile and desktop
Crypto.com Capital | Accelerating Growth for Crypto Start-Ups
Kings of Leon Will Be the First Band to Release an Album as an NFT - Rolling Stone
Square, Inc. Announces Plans To Acquire Majority Ownership Stake In TIDAL
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3/5/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Cuomo announces 'Excelsior Pass'" March 4th, 2020
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It’s 8am Eastern, March 4th and this is your Daily Crypto Report.
Bitcoin is down 1% at $48,893
Ethereum is down .05% at $1548
and Cardano is down 1.5% at 1.14
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Enjin Coin up 48%
Hedra Hashgraph up 26%
Theta Token 15%
Arthur Hayes may voluntarily come to the US from Singapore at the request of the federal prosecutors
A group in Brooklyn purchased and burned Banksy’s piece Morons to create NFT.
Andrew Cuomo announces "Excelsior Pass" test of IBM’s blockchain app for proving Covid-19 status
Links:
Burnt Banksy on Twitter: "Full HD video https://t.co/sKAu2AERmJ" / Twitter
BitMEX's Arthur Hayes May Surrender to US Officials in April - CoinDesk
Governor Cuomo Announces Pilot Program Testing the Excelsior Pass at Madison Square Garden and Barclays Center | Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
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3/4/2021 • 6 minutes
"KY Wants Miners; PayPal Wants Curv" - March 3, 2021
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KY Wants Miners; PayPal Wants Curv
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Kentucky bill to provide tax breaks for local crypto miners
PayPal to Buy Crypto Custody Firm Curv: Sources - CoinDesk
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3/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
"Cardano Hails Hard Fork Mary " - March 2, 2021
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Cardano Hails Hard Fork Mary
CBOE Files Form 19b-4 for Van Eck crypto ETF
Telegram Investor Demands One Hundred Million Back
Links:
CBOE files to list Van Eck's proposed Bitcoin ETF
Cardano Becomes a Multi-Asset Blockchain With Today's Hard Fork - CoinDesk
TON Investor Threatens to Sue Telegram if Not Compensated for £100M: Report - CoinDesk
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3/2/2021 • 6 minutes, 54 seconds
"February Crypto Trading Volume Tops One Trillion" - March 1, 2021
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February Crypto Trading Volume Tops One Trillion
Ghana Launches FinTech Sandbox
Google Data Adds Crypto Info
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Google Finance Adds Crypto Data Tab - CoinDesk
Ghana to Prioritize Blockchain in New Regulatory Sandbox - CoinDesk
Monthly crypto exchange volumes broke $1 trillion for the first time
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3/1/2021 • 6 minutes, 5 seconds
"DeFi records" February 28, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 2% at $44,612
Ethereum is down 2% at $1356
and Cardano is down 3% at $1.24
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Vite up 94%
Cortex up 52%
Puma Pay up 47%
DeFi Protocol Furucombo exploited for $14M.
Ethereum scaling startup Optimism lands a $25M series A led by a16z
DeFi protocol revenue hit a record monthly high this month.
Craig Wright wants a piece of all the legends.
Links:
Investing in Optimism - Andreessen Horowitz
DeFi protocol revenue has reached a record monthly high in February
Mt. Gox Victim Issues Legal Notice to Craig Wright Over Stolen Funds - CoinDesk
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2/28/2021 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Ethereum miners standing against EIP-1559" February 27, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $47,427
Ethereum is up .5% at $1486
and Cardano is down .5% at 1.42
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Stellar up 22%
Cosmos up 19%
Polkadot up 17%
Ethereum miners are hashing out their differences regarding protocol update EIP-1559.
Bitcoin in Nigeria is trading at a 46% premium on the exchange Luno Nigeria.
There’s apparently a backdoor on popular website Bitcoin Paper Wallet.
Links:
Bitcoin Is Trading at a 46% Premium on Luno Nigeria - CoinDesk
Staying on the (b)right side of history: EIP-1559 | f2pool
Ethereum's biggest mining pools take opposing stances on EIP-1559 plan
BitcoinPaperWallet ‘Back Door’ Responsible for Millions in Missing Funds, Research Suggests - CoinDesk
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2/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Bitcoin slides. Buzz around Coinbase IPO"
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $46,630
Ethereum is up slightly at $1479
and Cardano is up 1% at 1.11
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
TrustSwap up 43%
Cartesi up 37%
and Oly up 21%
Bitcoin dropped below 45k—biggest weekly price drop since March 2020.
Beeple sells on Nifty Gateway for record $6.6M.
UK Treasury realises they need to hit the gas to retain fintech relevance.
Coinbase files S-1: revenue topped $1 billion in 2020, CEO pulls in $60M/yr.
Links:
Beeple (b. 1981), EVERYDAYS: THE FIRST 5000 DAYS | Christie’s
Nifty Gateway on Twitter: "CROSSROAD By @beeple The #1/1 from beeple's first NG drop has just resold on the secondary market for $6.6 million. History has just been made. Congrats to beeple and of course to @pablorfraile for the sale. https://t.co/mTYG4VABSw" / Twitter
Review of UK Fintech
Coinbase Paid CEO Armstrong $60M in 2020 – Including $1.8M for 'Personal Security' - CoinDesk
Ki Young Ju 주기영 on Twitter: "13k $BTC flowed out from Coinbase a few hours ago. It seems those BTC went to multiple Coinbase custody wallets. US institutional investors are still buying Bitcoin at the 48k price. This is the strongest bullish signal I've ever seen. Chart 👉 https://t.co/20Dz85Y5mG https://t.co/SC7Fol7CGQ" / Twitter
Coinbase pre-IPO shares soar on FTX after S-1 drop
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2/26/2021 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"MicroStrategy holds 90k BTC. Fed will bring Digital Dollar questions to citizens" February 25, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $51,200
Ethereum is up 1% at $1611
and Binance Coin is down slightly at 247
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Fantom up 30%
Icon up 16%
and Matic Network up 16%
Microstrategy adds to their hoard trading an additional 19,452 Bitcoins for $1.02B in cash.
Coinbase reveals that it holds Bitcoin, and other cryptos on its balance sheet.
The Federal Reserve will turn to the public to see appetite for a digital dollar beginning this year.
MoneyGram suspended the use of Ripple’s platform for the duration of the SEC lawsuit
Links:
Coinbase offers corporations a trusted solution for adding crypto to their corporate treasury | by Coinbase | Feb, 2021 | The Coinbase Blog
MicroStrategy Acquires Additional 19,452 Bitcoins for $1.026 Billion
Powell says the Fed will engage the public on a digital dollar this year
MoneyGram says it has 'suspended' use of Ripple's platform amid SEC lawsuit
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2/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Square adds $170M in BTC"
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $50,815
Ethereum is up 1% at $1692
and Binance Coin is up 3% at 270
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Uniswap up 22%
Compound up 20%
and Maker up 16%
Square announced that it purchased another 3,318 Bitcoin as a reserve.
Square pulled in $4.5B in bitcoin revenue in 2020.
Iced Tea company in hot water with SEC.
Almeda is leading the $40M round for Oxygen
Links:
SEC halts trading of iced tea company that pivoted to blockchain | Ars Technica
Square Inc. - Square, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Results
SQUARE SEC Form 10-k
Alameda leads $40m investment in DeFi prime brokerage Oxygen
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2/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"ECB Wants Power to Veto Stablecoins in Europe" - February 23, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
ECB Wants Power to Veto Stablecoins in Europe
State Bank of India Joins Liink
Bottlepay Raises Fifteen and a Half Million in Funding Round
Links:
ECB Wants to Be Able to Veto Stablecoins Like Diem in the EU - CoinDesk
State Bank of India joins JPMorgan’s blockchain payments network
Bottlepay, a Payments Startup That Lets You Send Bitcoin on Social Media, Raises $15M - CoinDesk
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2/23/2021 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Tesla Profits More From Bitcoin Than Cars" - February 22, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Tesla Profits More From Bitcoin Than Cars
WeBank and MyBank to Pilot Digital Yuan
Carney Joins Stripe
Links:
Tesla made $1B profit on its Bitcoin buy, says analyst
Ant-backed MYbank to help China expand digital yuan trial
Stripe Names Digital Currency Advocate, Former BoE Governor Carney to Board - CoinDesk
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2/22/2021 • 6 minutes
"Ethereum Hard Fork Berlin April 14, 2021" - February 21, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ethereum Hard Fork Berlin April 14, 2021
Polkadot Price Up: Connectivity the Cause
Ether High
Links:
Ethereum Core Developers Eye Mid-April for 'Berlin' Hard Fork - CoinDesk
Polkadot (DOT) gains 42% ahead of its long-awaited parachain auctions
Ether Sets New All-Time High Over $2,000 as Bull Run Continues - CoinDesk
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2/21/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"MicroStrategy Continues Debt-For-Bitcoin Business Model" , February 20, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
MicroStrategy Continues Debt-For-Bitcoin Business Model
500.com Buying BTC.com
Crypto to Rum Soon in Bermuda
Links:
MicroStrategy Raises $1.05B in Latest Debt-for-Bitcoin Offering - CoinDesk
Bermuda to Pilot Digital Dollar for Rum Sales - CoinDesk
Bitcoin mining pool BTC.com is getting acquired by NYSE-listed 500.com
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2/20/2021 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"Nvidia unveils new chip for Ethereum mining" February 19,2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $52,583
Ethereum is up slightly at $1932
and Binance Coin is up 1% at 269
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Huobi Token up 21%
Iota up 15%
Neo up 15%
Nvidia unveils new chip for Ethereum mining.
Ebang raises $70M in a follow-up public offering.
Bill Gates says he's "neutral" on Bitcoin.
Fidelity Charitable received 28 million dollars in crypto donations in 2020.
Links:
Squawk Box on Twitter: ""I don't own #Bitcoin. I'm not short Bitcoin," says @BillGates. "I do think moving money into a more digital form and getting transaction costs down, that's something the Gates Foundation does in developing countries." https://t.co/DDe5X196ax" / Twitter
GeForce Is Made for Gaming, CMP Is Made to Mine | The Official NVIDIA Blog
Ebang International Announces Closing of Follow-on Public Offering | Ebang International Holdings Inc.
Fidelity Charitable Giving Report
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2/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Coinbase pre-IPO valuation at $77B" February 18, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $51,397
Ethereum is down slightly at $1901
and Cardano is up .5% at .92
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Binance Coin up 33%
Huobi Token up 17%
Elrond up 16%
Ethereum finds new all time high above $1900.
Coinbase is valued at $77B ahead of its IPO
Kia Motors America is apparently the victim of a ransomware attack
Mastercard partners with Island Pay & Bahamas central bank for prepaid card linked to the Sand Dollar.
Sweden’s Riksbank will extend its pilot project for a CBDC for another 12 months
Links:
Kia Motors America suffers ransomware attack, $20 million ransom
Coinbase, Readying for Public Listing, Gets $77B Valuation From Nasdaq Private Market - CoinDesk
Swiss canton of Zug starts accepting tax payments in cryptocurrency
Mastercard inks partnership for prepaid card linked to Bahamas CBDC
Riksbank extends test of technical solution for the e-krona | Sveriges Riksbank
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2/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Christies to auction Beeple's work" February 17, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $51,015
Ethereum is up 1% at $1826
and Cardano is up slightly at .87
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
PancakeSwap up 30%
IOST up 25%
Decred up 18%
Bitcoin mining offline in storm-swept Texas.
Christies set for first-of-its-kind auction of Beeple's work.
2nd ETF races through Canadian approvals.
Dubai free zone becomes first UAE government entity to accept bitcoin.
Links:
NYDIG Bitcoin ETF
Bitcoin Mining Farms in Texas Offline From Winter Storm - CoinDesk
Dubai free zone KIKLABB starts accepting Bitcoin - first government entity to do so | Markets – Gulf News
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2/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Bitcoin breaks 50k barrier" February 16, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $49,593
Ethereum is up slightly at $1795
Cardano is down 1% at .88
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cosmos up 23%
Horizon up 15%
Bitcoin has broken above 50k for the first time ever
MicroStrategy looks to raise $690M to buy more Bitcoin.
UK based ExMO went down yesterday with a DDoS attack.
Russia’s lower house is set to discuss a bill on crypto taxation this week.
Links:
MicroStrategy Announces Proposed Private Offering of $600 Million of Convertible Senior Notes
(1) EXMO on Twitter: "Important: DDoS attack on EXMO 📢❗️ Please note the EXMO exchange website is now under the DDoS attack. The servers are temporarily unavailable. We are solving this issue right now. Please stay tuned." / Twitter
Russia's Lower House to Consider Bill on Crypto Taxation This Week - CoinDesk
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2/16/2021 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Synthetix raises $12M. PayPal wants to be a CBDC distributor." February 15, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $48,010
Ethereum is up 1% at $1810
and Cardano is up 1% at .87
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Theta Token up 17%
Kusama up 16%
The Graph up 15%
ConsenSys is helping Iranian women learn solidity with grants and scholarships.
Coinbase ventures and paradigm led a $12M round for Synthetix.
Paypal wants to be a CBDC distributor.
Argo Blockchain plots new 200MW facility in Texas.
Links:
LOI Signing - 07:00:04 10 Feb 2021 - ARB News article | London Stock Exchange
Coinbase Ventures, Paradigm Invest $12M in Synthetix DeFi Platform - CoinDesk
ConsenSys Grants Help Iranian Women Learn Solidity - CoinDesk
PayPal Wants to Be a CBDC Distributor - CoinDesk
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2/15/2021 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Hacker says 'alohomora' to Alpha Homora—drains $37M" February 14, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $49,523
Ethereum is up .5% at $1838
and Cardano is down 1% at .85
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bitcoin Cash up 26%
NEO up 19%
Bitcoin SV up 18%
Alpha Homora was exploited for $37M yesterday
North Bmerican bitcoin ETF has been approved by a Canadian securities regulator.
The Spartan Group unveils new $50M DeFi venture fund.
Links:
Alpha Finance Lab on Twitter: "Dear Alpha community, we've been notified of an exploit on Alpha Homora V2. We're now working with @AndreCronjeTech and @CreamdotFinance together on this. The loophole has been patched. We're in the process of investigating the stolen fund, and have a prime suspect already." / Twitter
First North American Bitcoin ETF Approved by Canadian Securities Regulator - CoinDesk
Spartan Group creates $50 million venture fund to bridge global markets
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2/14/2021 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Iowa levels the DLT contract playing field" February 13, 2021
It’s 8am Eastern, February 12th and this is your Daily Crypto Report.
Bitcoin is up .75% at $46,678
Ethereum is up 1% at $1792
and Cardano is up 3% at .89
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dash up 29%
VeChain up 20%
stellar up 15%
A bill was introduced in Iowa to create a more even playing field for blockchain and smart contracts.
a16z put more money behind DeFi payment platform Celo.
Swarm raised $6 Million in a private token sale.
Over $5 Billion has been staked in the Ethereum 2 staking contract.
Links:
Bill Text: IA SF303 | 2021-2022 | 89th General Assembly | Introduced | LegiScan
A16z backs DeFi payments platform Celo's $20 million raise
Swarm secures funds for mainnet release | by Ethereum Swarm | Ethereum Swarm | Feb, 2021 | Medium
ETH worth more than $5 billion has been staked in the Eth2 contract
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2/13/2021 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Jay-Z & Jack Announce BTrust Endowment" February 12, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $47,923
Ethereum is up slightly at $1782
and Cardano is up slightly at .92
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
TheGraph up 64%
Cosmos up 27%
Tron up 16%
Jack Dorsey and Jay Z announced a new endowment called BTrust.
The Indian government is hardening its stance on cryptocurrency.
Andrew Yang says he'll make NYC a BTC hub if elected.
Miami Commission taps breaks on Mayor Francis Suarez's plans.
Links:
Miami City Hall could start doing business in Bitcoin | Miami Herald
jack on Twitter: "JAY-Z/@S_C_ and I are giving 500 BTC to a new endowment named ₿trust to fund #Bitcoin development, initially focused on teams in Africa & India. It‘ll be set up as a blind irrevocable trust, taking zero direction from us. We need 3 board members to start: https://t.co/L4mRBryMJe" / Twitter
Intent On Ban, India To Give Transition Time To Crypto Investors — BQ Exclusive
Andrew Yang🧢🗽🇺🇸 on Twitter: "As mayor of NYC - the world’s financial capital - I would invest in making the city a hub for BTC and other cryptocurrencies." / Twitter
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2/12/2021 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Amazon hires for digital currency project. Mastercard to support crypto." February 11, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $46,525
Ethereum is up 1.7% at $1778
and Cardano is up 1% at .91
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Iota up 57%
TheGraph up 47%
VeChain up 17%
Amazon hires for digital currency project in Mexico.
Mastercard to support crypto before 2022.
Jack Dorsey donates $1M to Coin Center.
Nouriel Roubini tired of market shenanigans.
Links:
Amazon Preparing to Launch a 'Digital Currency' Project in Mexico - CoinDesk
Jerry Brito on Twitter: "Coin Center has received and incredibly generous gift of $1 million from @jack — we’re speechless. 😮 We were almost to our goal for the matching campaign when he put us over the top and then some. Your confidence in our work is incredibly humbling." / Twitter
Why Mastercard is bringing crypto onto its network
SEC Should Monitor Tesla's Elon Musk for Market Manipulation: Roubini - CoinDesk
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2/11/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Crypto Market Cap $1.413 Trilliion, Passes Alphabet" February 10, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Crypto Market Cap $1.413 Trilliion, Passes Alphabet
JPMorgan Dismisses Corporate Bitcoin Buying Over "Price Volatility"
Deutsche Telekom AG Digs DeFi
Who Is Mining With These?
Links:
Tesla's Bitcoin Buy May Not Trigger Wave of Corporate Demand, Says JPMorgan - CoinDesk
Chainlink Supporter Deutsche Telekom Has Quietly Started Staking on Blockchains - CoinDesk
Mystery Entity Just Set up 20K Bitcoin Miners in Siberia: Report - CoinDesk
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2/10/2021 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Ether High" February 9, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ether High
Binance Drops Forbes Suit
Reddit Raises 250 Million in Series E Funding Round
Links:
Ether Hits $1,800 for First Time as Market Cap Passes $200B - CoinDesk
Binance quietly drops ‘multi-million’ Forbes defamation lawsuit
Reddit Raises $250M After WallStreetBets' GameStop Pump - CoinDesk
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2/9/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Bitcoin Record High" February 8, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin Record High
Coinsquare Launches Quick Trade
Wallet Maker Ledger Now Uses WalletConnect
Links:
Bitcoin Hits New Record High Over $43K on Tesla News - CoinDesk
Coinsquare launches Quick Trade mobile app with instant funding
Hardware Wallet Maker Ledger Adds DeFi Support to Mobile App - CoinDesk
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2/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Locked Wallets. Prize Money. Extradition." February 7th, 2021
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Bitcoin is down .5% at $38,863
Ethereum is down 1% at $1617
and Cardano is down 2% at .67
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Elrond up 33%
Dogecoin up 22%
Stellar up 18%
German police have seized 1700 bitcoin from a hacker but can’t access the coins.
Starcraft tournament from 2011 offered 25 bitcoin as a consolation prize.
CFPB looks at Venmo
Serbian man extradited to Lone Star State
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2/7/2021 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Nigeria Central Bank Clamps Down on Crypto" February 6, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $40,037
Ethereum is down slightly at $1678
and Polkadot is down 1% at 20.07
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Binance Coin up 23%
Cosmos up 17%
Elrond up 16%
Nigeria’s central bank has ordered banks to close accounts of all crypto users
COPA is challenging craig wright’s Bitcoin white paper claim.
Links:
Nigeria Central Bank Orders Cryptocurrency Accounts to Close - Bloomberg
COPA on Twitter: "COPA stands for an open financial system and was formed to remove barriers that stifle innovation. We are hosting the Bitcoin whitepaper and stand with our members and the crypto community to address this issue. Here’s our letter in response to last week’s cease and desists. https://t.co/NfM56rfCEc" / Twitter
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2/6/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Yearn Finance Exploited" February 5, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $37,929
Ethereum is up slightly at $1665
and Polkadot is down 1% at 20.58.
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Maker up 37%
Cardano up 17%
Theta Token up 16%
Yearn Finance suffered an exploit in a DAI lending protocol.
LL Cool J, Paul Tudor Jones among backers of stealth crypto fund
Suzhou will give away about $5M in the latest digital yuan test.
Crosstower is launching a bitcoin fund
Stefan He Qin facing charges for $90M security fraud.
Links:
Founder Of $90 Million Cryptocurrency Hedge Fund Charged With Securities Fraud And Pleads Guilty In Federal Court | USAO-SDNY | Department of Justice
Suzhou to give away around $5 million in latest digital yuan test
yearn.finance on Twitter: "We have noticed the v1 yDAI vault has suffered an exploit. The exploit has been mitigated. Full report to follow." / Twitter
$72M Crypto Fund Backed by Paul Tudor Jones and LL Cool J Comes Out of Stealth - CoinDesk
CrossTower Launches Bitcoin Fund to Compete With Grayscale’s GBTC - CoinDesk
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2/5/2021 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"New Ether ATH. Visa Partners with First Boulevard" February 4, 2021
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $37,673
Ethereum is up 1% at $1643
and Polkadot is down .slightly at 20.38.
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
UMA up 136%
DogeCoin up 55%
Aave up 32%
Ether new ATH
Coinbase looks to Nasdaq.
PayPal is creating a dedicated business unit for crypto services.
NFT Marketplace Rarible picked up $1.75M in seed funding.
Visa partners with First Boulevard
Links:
Visa Expands Digital Currency Roadmap with First Boulevard | Business Wire
Rarible secures funding from CoinFund to build community-governed NFT marketplace | by Rarible | Medium
PayPal is investing in a new business unit focused on crypto and digital currencies
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2/4/2021 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Glassnode Data Shows Fifteen Percent of Bitcoin Hoarded in 'Accumulation Addresses'" February 3, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Glassnode Data Shows Fifteen Percent of Bitcoin Hoarded in 'Accumulation Addresses
Exchange Website Traffic Up
Visa Pilots APIs to Buy/Sell Bitcoin
Links:
US Bitcoin exchange traffic explodes as analyst says flows hint at new BTC bull run
Bitcoin Holders Have Now Stashed Away 15% of Circulating Supply - CoinDesk
Visa Signals Further Crypto Ambitions With API Pilot for Bank Customers to Buy Bitcoin - CoinDesk
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2/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 36 seconds
"Gemini Earn Pays Interest" February 2, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Gemini Earn Pays Interest
Bitcoin Ready to Rock After Consolidation Phase
MicroStrategy Currenctly Owns 71,079 Bitcoin
Links:
Bullish Bitcoin Fundamentals Point to Renewed Price Rally Ahead - CoinDesk
Winklevoss’ Gemini crypto exchange launches ‘Earn’ offering
MicroStrategy Adds to Bitcoin Trove With Another $10M Purchase - CoinDesk
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2/2/2021 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"WallStreetBets: The Movie" February 1, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
WallStreetBets: The Movie
Cuban Cheers
XRP Price Jumps to Pre-SEC Levels
Links:
Wallstreetbets and GameStop saga set for Hollywood treatment in new film
XRP Erases SEC-Led Drop as Supporters Pump Price Over $0.60 - CoinDesk
Mark Cuban thinks Wall Street stands no chance against digital natives
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2/1/2021 • 5 minutes, 59 seconds
"India's ban. Ripple response. MicroStrategy hunts." January 31st, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $34,012
Ethereum is up .5% at $1361
and XRP is down .5% at .49 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Avalanche up 27%
Ethos up 23%
The Graph up 15%
MicroStrategy looks for more bitcoin.
India proposes ban on private cryptos
Bitcoin Core dev Jonas Schnelli receives grant from bitcoin miner Marathon Patent Group.
Ripple files court response to the SEC’s XRP lawsuit
Links:
MicroStrategy says it will look into 'various approaches' to obtain more bitcoin
India's bulletin
Marathon Patent Group Provides One-Year Grant to World-Renowned Bitcoin Core Developer Jonas Schnelli :: Marathon Patent Group (MARA)
Ripple filing
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1/31/2021 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"BlockFi files for BTC Trust" January 30, 2021
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Bitcoin is up .5% at $33,865
Ethereum is down slightly at $1341
and Polkadot is up .5% at $16.44
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Compound up 30%
Elrond up 23%
SushiSwap up 18%
BlockFi is building out a bitcoin trust.
NYDIG added former square capital lead Jackie Reses to its board of directors.
On Visa's Q1 earnings call CEO Alfred Kelly said Visa will make crypto payments safer and more widely available.
Blockfolio launched zero-fee crypto trading on its app this week.
Links:
NYDIG Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of Jacqueline D. Reses to Board of Directors
Blockfolio launches zero-fee crypto trading on its app
SEC FORM D BLOCKFI
Visa's Q1 earnings call reveals details about its crypto strategy
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1/30/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Dogecoin Shines. Elon Tweets." January 29, 2021
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Bitcoin is up 2.5% at $37,696
Ethereum is up .5% at $1,420
and Polkadot is up 3% at $17.50
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dogecoin up 400%
Stellar up 22%
FTX Token up 21%
Elon musk edits twitter bio to read "Bitcoin"
DogeCoin hits ATH.
Robinhood CEO defends firm.
Ripple is facing a new class-action lawsuit in Florida.
Links:
Lawmakers announce hearings on GameStop and online trading platforms | TechCrunch
Robinhood Wasn’t Forced into Buying Limits: CEO - Bloomberg
Bitcoin Surges to $37K After Elon Musk Adds Crypto to Twitter Bio - CoinDesk
Toomey Filing vs. Ripple
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1/29/2021 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Centralized Finance Highlights Decentralized Applications" January 28, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $31,232
Ethereum is up slightly at $1310
and Polkadot is down 1% at $17.08
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dogecoin up 49%
Elrond up 27%
Cosmos up 16%
GME Frenzy highlights centralization in status quo.
The Federal Reserve keeps things loose.
BIS' Agustín Carstens is not a fan of bitcoin.
Blockstream picks up $25M worth of mining rigs from MicroBT.
Links:
Blockstream Purchase $25M of Bitcoin Mining Hardware from MicroBT
Wall Street, Big Tech Clamp Down on GameStop-Style Pumps; Biden Admin 'Monitoring' Situation - CoinDesk
BIS Chief Blasts Bitcoin's Viability, Prompting Blowback From Advocates - CoinDesk
Fed Holds Policy Steady as Economy Stumbles - WSJ
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1/28/2021 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"PompCryptoJobs Live" January 27, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
PompCryptoJobs Live
Public Companies Now Hold $3.6 Billion Bitcoin
One Third of UK Citizens Are Crypto Curious
Links:
‘Pomp’ Launches Crypto Jobs Board With Gemini, Coinbase and BlockFi - CoinDesk
Bitcoin held by public companies has surged 400% in 12 months to $3.6 billion
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1/27/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Signal Ponders Privacy Crypto Token" January 26, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Signal Ponders Privacy Crypto Token
Stellar Invests Five Million Dollars in Wyre
Gemini Pumps Up Singapore Unit
Links:
Stellar Development Foundation Invests $5M in Crypto Payments Firm Wyre - CoinDesk
Signal reportedly exploring crypto payment features
Gemini Exchange Adds Local Currency, DeFi Tokens in Singapore Expansion - CoinDesk
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1/26/2021 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"ConsenSys Partners with BSN, Takes Quorum to China" January 25, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
ConsenSys Partners with BSN, Takes Quorum to China
Marathon Bought the Bitcoin Dip; CEO Aims for Pure Play Bitcoin Company
Russian Officials Must Divest Digital Assets by April 1
Links:
Ethereum-Based ConsenSys Quorum Partners with China’s BSN Blockchain - CoinDesk
Crypto Miner Marathon Patent Group Buys $150M in Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Russian Public Officials Banned From Holding Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
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1/25/2021 • 6 minutes, 15 seconds
"Samsung joins crowd eyeing Austin, TX" January 24, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $32,354
Ethereum is down slightly at $1325
and Polkadot is down 1% at $17.64
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Golem up 35%
Aave up 17%
Uniswap up 16%
Mad Money’s Jim Cramer tells lottery winner to buy Bitcoin.
Crypto exchange LVL is opening pre-orders for a MasterCard debit card.
Samsung eyes a $10B nanochipmaking facility in Austin Texas
iSTOX raised $50M in a series-A funding round.
Links:
How Jim Cramer would invest the $731 million Powerball jackpot
iSTOX closes Series A funding round with USD 50 million raised
Bitcoin Exchange LVL Launches Mastercard Debit Card - CoinDesk
Samsung Is Said to Mull $10 Billion Texas Chipmaking Plant - Bloomberg
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1/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Microstrategy buys the dip" January 23, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 2% at $31,854
Ethereum is down 2% at $1225
and Polkadot is down 3% at $17.26
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Decentraland up 23%
ThorChain up 15%
Michael Saylor and Microstrategy pick up another 10M in Bitcoin.
Bank of International Settlements to test central bank digital currencies on own platform.
Sberbank has applied to become a licensed digital assets issuer—plans own stablecoin.
Huobi COO Jiawei Zhu detained at length as part of OTC investigation.
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1/23/2021 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"Governance, Nuance, and Power. " January 22, 2021
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $31,790
Ethereum is up slightly 4% at $1215
and Polkadot is down slightly at $17.18
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
HedgeTrade up 23%
UMA up 18%
Basic Attention token up 16%
Janet Yellen evolves on crypto stance.
30% of Ethereum Miners oppose EIP 1559.
Yearn Finance considers minting more YFI Tokens.
Firo wars with 51% attacker.
Links:
Yellen Leaves Door Open to Tax Increase on Wealthy Americans - Bloomberg
Minority Ethereum Mining Pools Threaten to Block Update - CoinDesk
Firo (formerly Zcoin) on Twitter: "We are under 51% attack at the moment. We recommend not to make transactions during this time until the network returns to a normal state. We will post updates when we have them. Note this is not a coding error but a nature of PoW. $XZC $FIRO" / Twitter
'Let's Not Be Bitcoin': Yearn Finance Considers Minting $200M in New YFI Tokens - CoinDesk
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1/22/2021 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"BlackRock looks at Bitcoin futures" January 21st, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 6% at $32,497
Ethereum is down 4% at $1247
and Polkadot is up 8% at $16.40
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Curve up 28%
Alpha Finance up 20%
Icon up 15%
Craig Wright repeats 2019 advances to have bitcoin white paper removed from websites.
BlackRock looks at bitcoin futures
Former Ripple Adviser Michael Barr is expected to lead the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Coinbase acquires Bison Trails.
Links:
BlackRock filings suggest asset management giant could buy bitcoin futures via certain funds - The Block
Biden Is Expected to Tap Michael Barr as Comptroller of the Currency - WSJ
Craig Wright's lawyers ask two websites to take down the Bitcoin whitepaper - The Block
Coinbase acquires crypto builder Bison Trails, deal reported to be above $80M | Fortune
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1/21/2021 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Tether and Bitfinex Need 30 More Days" January 20, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Tether and Bitfinex Need 30 More Days
Jack Back: Stock Up
BMW and Ford: Step 2 for MOBI
Links:
Tether and Bitfinex seek further 30 days to produce critical trial documents
Jack Ma resurfaces in new video after an almost 3-month ‘disappearance’
BMW, Ford Help Advance Standard for 'Tamper-Proof' Blockchain Identities for Vehicles - CoinDesk
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1/20/2021 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Bible Message Found in Bitcoin Blockchain" January 19, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bible Message Found in Bitcoin Blockchain
Ether Sets High
Grayscale Soaks Up Bitcoin
Links:
Bible quotation found in Bitcoin block number 666,666
Ethereum's Ether Cryptocurrency Sets New Price Record on Major Exchanges - CoinDesk
'Pay attention' — Grayscale adds 18x the Bitcoin mined supply in one day
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1/19/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Exchanges Running Out of Ether?" January 18, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Exchanges Running Out of Ether?
Houbi Korea Gets ISMS Certification
LINK Hits All-Time High
Links:
Huobi Korea scores certification from Korea Internet and Security Agency
Chainlink Hits Record High, Altcoins Rally Amid Bitcoin Consolidation - CoinDesk
Exchanges running out of ETH with reserves plunging 27% in 48 hours
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1/18/2021 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"The Great Divide" January 17, 2021
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
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Bitcoin is down 5% at $35,387
Ethereum is down 1% at $1221
and Polkadot is up 4% at $17.17
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Near protocol up 29%
Avalanche up 15%
The Graph up 15%
Goldman Sachs has issued a request for information to explore digital asset custody.
NYDIG CEO Robert Gutmann said today’s institutional investors in crypto are only looking at Bitcoin.
Ripple technology will power a new malaysia and bangladesh remittance corridor.
Kraken is set to halt XRP trading for US residents.
Bittrex has been mum about why it withdrew support for Dash, ZCash, and Monero.
Mt. Gox creditors will be given the option to take up to 90% of the exchange’s remaining bitcoin.
Links:
Kraken to Halt XRP Trading for U.S. Residents | Kraken Blog
Mt. Gox Creditors Can Claim 90% of Bitcoin Left in Bankruptcy: Bloomberg - CoinDesk
bKash and Mobile Money Connect Through RippleNet to Power Wallet-to-Wallet Remittances | Ripple
Big institutions are only interested in bitcoin, says NYDIG CEO - The Block
Goldman Sachs to Enter Crypto Market 'Soon' With Custody Play: Source - CoinDesk
Bittrex to Delist 'Privacy Coins' Monero, Dash and Zcash - CoinDesk
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1/17/2021 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Hacks. Data attacks. Bounties" January 16, 2021
Today’s blockchain and cryptocurrency news
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $37,615
Ethereum is up 1% at $1228
and Polkadot is up 21% at $16.78
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Avalanche up 21%
Aave up 20%
Cardano up 15%
Bangalore hacker forfeits $1.2M to authorities.
Tandem says mounting losses create material uncertainty for the firm.
Ledger releases bitcoin bounty for information on data attacks.
FinCEN extends comment time for controversial crypto wallet rule.
European Parliament petitioned for superfund for victims of cryptocurrency crimes, hacks, and thefts.
Links:
UK neobank Tandem issues “material uncertainty” warning as losses mount - The Block
Hardware wallet startup Ledger offers bitcoin bounty for information on data attacks - The Block
FinCEN Extends Comment Period for Crypto Wallet Rule - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Worth $1.2M Seized From India Hacker - CoinDesk
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1/16/2021 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
"Mayor of Miami considers BTC reserves" January 15, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 3% at $37,775
Ethereum is up 2% at $1220
and Polkadot is up 10% at 13.80
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
HedgeTrade up 115%
Cosmos up 25%
Chainlink up 20%
Francis Suarez, mayor of Miami, considers some BTC reserves.
Anchorage secured conditional approval for a national trust charter from the US OCC.
Derebit sets maximum bitcoin options strike price to 400k.
Acting comptroller of the Currency Brian Brooks says 'everything is at risk'
Chainalysis flags pre-Jan 6th $500k donation to alt-right factions.
Links:
Chainalysis Blog | Alt-Right Groups and Personalities Involved In Last Week’s Capitol Riot Received Over $500K In Bitcoin From French Donor One Month Prior
Miami mayor considers bitcoin investment to create crypto hotbed | Fox Business
Financial Censorship After Capitol Riot 'Truly Chilling,' Says OCC's Brooks - CoinDesk
Deribit on Twitter: "We've added the $BTC 400K strike in the Dec21 expiry! 🚀 Send tweet!" / Twitter
Anchorage Becomes First OCC-Approved National Crypto Bank - CoinDesk
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1/15/2021 • 7 minutes, 14 seconds
"Japan's FSA says XRP not a security" January 14, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
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Bitcoin is up 11% at $38,460
Ethereum is up 10% at $1180
and Polkadot is up 35% at 12.74
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Sushiswap up 24%
Kusama up 23%
Uniswap up 22%
A man in the UK wants to be down in the dumps...to recover $288M in BTC on hard drive.
Gemini acquires Blockrize, announces Gemini Credit Card.
Japan's FSA says XRP not a security.
eToro may limit buying over weekends.
Links:
Newport man offers council £52.5m to search for Bitcoin hard drive | South Wales Argus
Winklevoss-Founded Gemini to Offer Credit Card With Crypto Rewards - CoinDesk
Japan's FSA Says XRP Not a Security: Report - CoinDesk
eToro may limit bitcoin buying on weekends if demand and volatility continue - The Block
Grayscale Investments Commences Dissolution of Grayscale XRP Trust Other OTC:ETCG
While bitcoin was cratering over the weekend, institutions were buying - The Block
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1/14/2021 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
"Gemini Wants ETF in Canada" - January 13, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Gemini Wants ETF in Canada
Lagarde Wants Global Bitcoin Regulation
BitGo Taps Jeff Horowitz for CCO
Marathon Selling Stock
Goldman Global Head of Research: Bitcoin Needs More Institutional Investors
Links:
Goldman Sachs Exec Says More Institutional Investment Would Calm Bitcoin Volatility - CoinDesk
Twitter
BitGo Taps Former Coinbase Exec Jeff Horowitz as Chief Compliance Officer - CoinDesk
Winklevoss' Gemini Backs New Bitcoin ETF Application in Canada - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Miner Marathon to Raise $250M in Direct Stock Offering - CoinDesk
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1/13/2021 • 5 minutes, 47 seconds
"Bakkt IPO. BTC active addresses reach ATH." January 12th, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
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Bitcoin is up 6% at $34,794
Ethereum is up 5% at $1076
and XRP is up 5% at 29 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Stellar up 18%
Compound up 18%
Synthetix up 16%
Bitcoin’s active addresses and trading volumes have reached all time highs.
Steve Chen was sentenced yesterday to 10 years in prison for the GemCoin Ponzi scheme.
Bakkt forms Bakkt Holdings in prep for IPO.
Kentucky Reps look to bring crypto mining to the state with tax breaks.
New Zealand’s Financial Markets Authority says crypto buyers beware.
Links:
Kentucky mining bill
Bakkt, the Digital Asset Marketplace Launched by Intercontinental Exchange in 2018, to Become a Publicly Traded Company via Merger with VPC Impact Acquisition Holdings | Business Wire
GemCoin Founder Sentenced to 10 Years for $147M Crypto Scheme - CoinDesk
NZ regulator issues Bitcoin warning: Be prepared to lose all your money - NZ Herald
Bitcoin's Active Addresses, Trading Volumes Now at All-Time Highs - CoinDesk
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1/12/2021 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"BTC starts week on wrong foot" January 11, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 14% at $34,194
Ethereum is down 18% at $1072
and XRP is down 15% at 28 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Horizen up 29%
Bumpy start to the week for market leaders.
2 bars are for sale in NYC for crypto.
Centralized web2 telegraphs firm position.
Daniel Larimer steps down as Block.one CTO.
UK Watchdog FCA issues common-sense warning for investors.
Links:
Two NYC bars could make US history by selling for Bitcoin
Bitcoin Plummets as Miners Sell Inventory, Spot Markets Panic - CoinDesk
Amazon Is Suspending Parler From AWS
FCA issues warning over high returns offered by crypto firms - The Block
Resignation as CTO of block.one - Daniel James Larimer - Voice
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1/11/2021 • 7 minutes, 9 seconds
"Garlinghouse talks lawsuit. Kyrgyzstan builds regulatory framework " January 10, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Episode sponsored by ungrocery.com
Bitcoin is down 2% at $40,014
Ethereum is up 8% at $1317
and XRP is up 4% at 33 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dash up 50%
Maker up 47%
Bitcoin Cash up 34%
Bitcoin’s mining difficulty reaches record high.
A test for the digital yuan has given us a look at the card-based hardware wallets.
PayPal, Coinbase invest in TaxBit.
Brad Garlinghouse takes to Twitter to answer questions re: SEC lawsuit.
SoFi may go public.
Kyrgyzstan proposed first regulatory framework for crypto.
Links:
Kyrgyzstan Has Proposed Its First Regulatory Framework for Crypto - CoinDesk
EXCLUSIVE-SoFi to go public through merger with Palihapitiya-backed SPAC | Reuters
TaxBit Secures Investments from PayPal Ventures and Coinbase Ventures; Winklevoss Capital Doubles Down
Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Hits Record High Amid Miner Revenue Surge - CoinDesk
China Is Testing A Hardware Wallet For Digital Yuan
Brad Garlinghouse on Twitter: "I’m not going to litigate the SEC’s unproven allegations on Twitter, and as you can imagine, there are new considerations to what can / should be said publicly after the litigation process starts. However, I would like to address 5 key questions I’ve seen. 1/10" / Twitter
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1/10/2021 • 6 minutes, 59 seconds
"Bitcoin tests 42k" January 9, 2021
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $40,860
Ethereum is down 1% at $1225
and XRP is up 1% at 32 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bitcoin SV up 32%
Iota up 19%
and Loopring up 15%
Bitcoin hits new ATH
Derebit adds 300k option
Kraken sees $1B staked in 2020
Morgan Stanley has a 10.9% position in Microstrategy
eToro sees retail rush.
Finland offloading confiscated BTC.
Links:
Deribit on Twitter: "We've added the #Bitcoin $300K strike in Dec21 expiry! 🧑🚀🌕🚀" / Twitter
EDGAR Filing Documents for 0000895421-21-000003
Exchange eToro Seeks to Deter New Users in Sign of Surging Retail Demand for Crypto - CoinDesk
Kraken says its customers have staked more than $1 billion in crypto via its service - The Block
Finland's customs authority is looking to sell bitcoin seized in 2016, now worth more than $75 million - The Block
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1/9/2021 • 7 minutes, 12 seconds
"Coinbase Buys Routefire"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Coinbase Buys Routefire
Grayscale CEO Says Wider Range of Crypto Customers
Links:
Coinbase acquires trading execution platform Routefire
Grayscale CEO Says Crypto Interest Is Rising From Pension, Endowment Funds - CoinDesk
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1/8/2021 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"Bitcoin Tops $37K"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin Tops $37K
China CBDC Apps Banned
Coinbase and Bitstamp Experience Outages
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1/7/2021 • 7 minutes, 13 seconds
"BTC above 35k, OCC keen on stable coins"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
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Bitcoin is up 10%% at $34,819
Ethereum is up 11% at $1139
and Litecoin is up 6% at 162 dollars
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Stellar up 96%
Cardano up 37%
and NEM up 33%
Bitcoin has crossed 35k for the first time.
Grayscale removes XRP from large-cap fund.
Tetragon sues Ripple for stock redemption.
Former Bakkt CEO Kelly Loeffler lost her senate seat in a run-off.
The office of the comptroller of the currency said federally regulated banks can use stable coins to conduct payments and other activities.
Links:
Former Bakkt CEO Kelly Loeffler Loses Senate Seat - CoinDesk
Ripple Investor Sues to Force Stock Redemption on SEC Claim - Bloomberg
Grayscale Drops XRP From Large Cap Crypto Fund Following Ripple SEC Suit - CoinDesk
OCC Letter on Banks Using Stablecoins, Acting as Blockchain Nodes | Cryptocurrency | Cheque
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1/6/2021 • 7 minutes, 14 seconds
"JP Morgan Predicts Bitcoin at $146,000 " January 5, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
JP Morgan Predicts Bitcoin at $146,000
Jack Dorsey Addresses Government Overreach
OKExChain Mainnet at Genesis
Links:
JPMorgan Predicts Bitcoin Price Could Rise Over $146,000 in Long Term - CoinDesk
Square's Jack Dorsey Hits Out at FinCEN's 'Burdensome' Proposed Crypto Wallet Rules - CoinDesk
OKExChain mainnet enters 'Genesis' stage, 10 million OKT tokens issued
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1/5/2021 • 5 minutes, 39 seconds
"Average Joe Not Running Bitcoin Show" - January 4, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Average Joe Not Running Bitcoin Show
Telos Launches Non-Fungible Tokens
Coley Sees "Accelerated" Bitcoin Rally
Links:
Blockchain Platform Telos Launches Crypto Tokens That Act Like Treasurys - CoinDesk
Retail investors are largely uninvolved as Bitcoin price chases $40K
Binance US CEO predicts $100K Bitcoin by 2022
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1/4/2021 • 5 minutes, 53 seconds
"Bitcoin: New All-time-high above 34k" January 3, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
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Bitcoin is up 8.5% at $34,015
Ethereum is up 15% at $875
and Litecoin is up 17% at 152 dollars
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dogecoin up 67%
VeChain up 30%
Bitcoin’s market value now above 635 billion dollars.
XRP falls to number 6 in market dominance.
Ether trades above 800 for the first time since 2018.
Derebit announces 200k options.
Edan Yago asks if Bitcoin layer 2 endangers the relevance of Ethereum.
Defi crosses 15B locked-in.
Average VC funding in the crypto space up a third.
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1/3/2021 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"BTC crosses 30k" January 2, 2021
Today's blockhain and cryptocurrency news
Episode brought to you by ungrocery.com
Bitcoin is up 3% at $30,315
Ethereum is up slightly at $737
and Litecoin is down 1% at 125 dollars
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dogecoin up 44%
Reserve Rights up 23%
Algorand up 15%
Bitcoin has topped 30k for the first time.
Ether from the 2017 Parity wallet hack is on the move.
Bittrex announced they will be delisting privacy coins on January 15th.
DeFi hacks lost 120 million in 15 hacks across 2020.
Non-fungible token artwork posted an all time high of 8.2 million in December
Links:
Bittrex to Delist 'Privacy Coins' Monero, Dash and Zcash - CoinDesk
Hackers stole $120 million via 15 DeFi hacks in 2020 - The Block
$8.2 Million Worth of Crypto Artwork Sold in December - Decrypt
2017 Parity wallet hacker begins moving ETH - The Block
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1/2/2021 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Governments, regulations and overreach" January 1, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Episode brought to you by ungrocery.com
Bitcoin is up 3% at $29,440
Ethereum is up .5% at $738
and Litecoin is up 2.5% at 127 dollars
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Nem up 19%
Theta Token up 18%
Congress wants more time to evaluate the FinCEN proposal.
Serbia re-legalizes digital assets trading and issuance.
Mining rig maker Ebang is set to become a crypto exchange in 2021.
Binance Pool signs on to support the Taproot bitcoin upgrade.
Xapo will end service to US customers as of March 1st .
Links:
Xapo to Discontinue Service to US Customers in March - CoinDesk
Ebang International Holdings Inc. to Launch Cryptocurrency Exchange in the First Quarter of 2021 Nasdaq:EBON
Alejandro De La Torre on Twitter: "Binance responded with a YES for Taproot! 🎊 *Mining pools in favor of the #taproot upgrade now at 91.05%!!* Big thanks to the #bitcoin community for pressuring Binance to give us a response :) https://t.co/iyIUgBkbru" / Twitter
Serbia Legalizes Digital Assets Trading and Issuance - CoinDesk
US representatives ask Mnuchin to extend comment period for proposed wallet rule to traditional 60 days - The Block
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1/1/2021 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"BTC crosses 29k" December 31, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Episode brought to you by ungrocery.com
Bitcoin is up 2.5% at $28,369
Ethereum is up 1% at $731
and Litecoin is up slightly at 124 dollars
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Uniswap up 22%
Theta Token up 15%
BItcoin crosses 29k for the first time
Andre Cronje released a new DeFi protocol called yCredit.
BitGo settles with the US treasury over sanctions violations
Coinbase faces class action lawsuit in California over the XRP sale.
Van Eck is going back to the SEC for a bitcoin ETF.
Russell Okung becomes first NFL player to take BTC in his salary.
Links:
Bitcoin Hits $29K for First Time Ever, Raising HODLer Hopes for $30K by New Year's - CoinDesk
Russell Okung Becomes First NFL Player to Be Paid in Bitcoin - CoinDesk
BitGo settles with US Treasury over sanctions violations - The Block
Coinbase faces class action lawsuit in California over XRP sale - The Block
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12/31/2020 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
"Japanese Yen Stablecoin Now Available in US" - December 30, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Japanese Yen Stablecoin Now Available in US
SkyBridge Capital Bitcoin Fund Launching in January
Bittrex Delisting XRP
Links:
Japanese Internet Giant Licensed to Issue First JPY-Pegged Stablecoin in New York - CoinDesk
Bittrex joins Coinbase in delisting Ripple’s XRP following SEC lawsuit
SkyBridge Capital Has Already Invested $182M in Bitcoin - CoinDesk
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12/30/2020 • 6 minutes, 27 seconds
"Blackrock Wants You" - December 29, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Blackrock Wants You
OKEx: Real-Time Settlement of Derivatives
CME Largest Bitcoin Futures Exchange
Links:
BlackRock is looking to hire a blockchain VP with experience in crypto assets
CME Tops in Bitcoin Futures Rankings Amid Rapidly Growing Institutional Interest - CoinDesk
OKEx Launches Real-Time Settlement for Derivatives Trading - CoinDesk
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12/29/2020 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Bitcoin Whale Clusters Show Floor at $23,409" December 28, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin Whale Clusters Show Floor at $23,409
Ether Tops $700
Marathon Patent Signs Hugh ASIC Deal
Links:
Bitcoin whale clusters pinpoint key support level for the rally to continue
Ether Trades Above $700 for the First Time Since 2018 - CoinDesk
Marathon Patent Agrees to Buy 70K ASIC Miners From Bitmain for $170M - CoinDesk
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12/28/2020 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
"BTC marks a new all-time high above 27k" December 27, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Episode sponsored by ungrocery.com
Bitcoin is up 8% at $27,369
Ethereum is up 1% at $638
and XRP is down 6% at 28 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
VeChain up 25%
Zillqua up 16%
Bitcoin tops 27k
Binance Korea to shutter next month.
The White House releases report on regulatory considerations for stablecoins.
Derebit adds 120k, 140k options.
The SEC has ordered Tierion to pay investors back + interest.
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12/27/2020 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
"SEC fallout. Turkey's CBDC." December 26th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Episode brought to you by ungrocery.com
Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $24,865
Ethereum is down 1% at $622
and XRP is down 19% at 30 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Theta Fuel up 41%
Zillqua up 15%
XRP falls steeply on SEC lawsuit.
Jay Clayton Resigns early.
SEC lawsuit "unprecedented".
Turkey set to pilot CBDC
Bitcoin tops 25k
PayPal & BitGo talks fall through.
Links:
Bitstamp to Halt XRP Trading, Deposits in US Due to SEC Lawsuit - CoinDesk
PayPal drops plans to acquire crypto firm BitGo | Fortune
Turkey to Pilot Digital Currency in 2021, Says Central Bank Governor - CoinDesk
SEC.gov | Statement of SEC Chairman Jay Clayton
Former SEC Commissioner says Ripple lawsuit will cause 'multi-billion dollar losses to innocent third parties' - The Block
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12/26/2020 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Coinbase Awards First Developer Grants" - December 23, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Coinbase Awards First Developer Grants
XRP Price Falls Forty-One Percent in Three Days
One in Five Young Adults Hold Crypto in Australia
Links:
Coinbase Awards Its First Round of Bitcoin Developer Grants - CoinDesk
XRP price falls 24% in 24 hours as exchanges begin delisting
Survey: Almost one in five adult Australians own crypto in 2020
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12/23/2020 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Say It Slowly: Houbi Back" - December 22, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Say It Slowly: Houbi Back
SEC Sues Ripple
Russian Banks Worried
Links:
SEC set to sue Ripple with XRP in the crosshairs
Bank of Russia Chair: Digital Ruble Is No Threat to Banks - CoinDesk
Huobi Crypto Exchange Returning to US After Winning Nevada Trust License - CoinDesk
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12/22/2020 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Ledger User Private Data Released on Web: Suit Likely" - December 21, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ledger User Private Data Released on Web: Suit Likely
MicroStrategy Buys Much More Bitcoin
IBM Launches FHE
Links:
Ledger users threaten legal action after hacker dumps personal data
MicroStrategy Splurges Another $650M in Latest Bitcoin Investment - CoinDesk
IBM Launches Test Service Using 'Holy Grail' of Data Privacy Technology - CoinDesk
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12/21/2020 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Bitmain to end power struggle" December 20, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Episode brought to you by ungrocery.com
Bitcoin is up 1% at $23,342
Ethereum is down 1% at $644
and XRP is down 2% at 57 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
The Graph up 42%
Swissborg up 41%
Bitmain set to end their year-long power struggle by spinning out business lines.
Pantera Capital says ICO fund performance is up 362%
The DOJ asks the FBI to work on a crypto support strategy for the dark web.
Treasury Department suggests new rule for US cryptocurrency holders—more KYC.
Bitcoin breaks 24k.
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12/20/2020 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Whisky on the blockchain" December 19, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Episode sponsored by ungrocery.com
Bitcoin is up 2% at $23,113
Ethereum is up 2% at $654
and XRP is up 2% at 58 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
The Graph up 96%
Zilliqa up 28%
Nem up 15%
Bitmain's financial woes come to light.
Coinbase taps Goldman Sachs for IPO lead.
Lil Pump launches PumpCoin on Fyooz.
The University of Glasgow turns to blockchain provenance to combat fake whiskies.
Links:
University of Glasgow - University news - Everledger seals agreement with UofG to combat counterfeit Scotch whiskies
Lil Pump Is Doing a Social Token Called PumpCoin - CoinDesk
Crytpo exchange Coinbase taps Goldman Sachs for upcoming IPO - Business Insider
Bitmain recorded a nearly $60M loss in 2019, lawyer says in court hearing - The Block
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12/19/2020 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Coinbase files S-1 with SEC" December 18, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Episode brought to you by ungrocery.com
Bitcoin is up slightly at $22,879
Ethereum is down 1.5% at $648
and XRP is down slightly at 58 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Augur up 32%
Decred up 17%
Coinbase files S-1 with SEC
1.5M ETH locked in ETH2.0 contract.
The DeFi lending protocol Warp Finance was attacked and lost $7.7M in stablecoins
The Stellar Development Foundation invested $3M worth of stellar lumens in Settle Network.
Robinhood to pay $65M to the SEC to settle charges
Links:
ETH worth more than $1 billion has been staked in the Eth2 deposit contract - The Block
Robinhood Settles S.E.C. Charges Over Misleading Customers - The New York Times
Coinbase announces confidential submission of draft registration statement - The Coinbase Blog
warp.finance on Twitter: "1/ Approximately 2 hours ago, https://t.co/nS5MGArVoP was exploited with a complex flash loan attack which allowed the user to borrow more than their collateral value resulting in a loss of stablecoin lender funds." / Twitter
Stellar Development Foundation invests in Settle Network to support stablecoin-based payment too - The Block
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12/18/2020 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Christmas comes early—BTC above 23k" December 17, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 12% at $23,250
Ethereum is up 7% at $664
and XRP is up 12% at 57 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Litecoin up 15%
Nexo up 21%
Bitcoin hits new all-time high above 23k.
Ruffer investments hedges with a $744k BTC investment.
Salvation Army is now accepting Bitcoin and Ethereum donations across the US.
NiceHash has refunded 4,640 BTC to users who were affected in a hack in 2017.
American Express is investing in institutional trading platform FalconX.
Links:
FalconX Announces Investment from American Express Ventures and Discloses Around $3 Billion per Month in Transaction Volumes | Business Wire
Guggenheim CIO Says Bitcoin 'Should Be Worth' $400,000 - CoinDesk
Ruffer Investment Co. Allocates 2.5 Percent Portfolio ($15 Million) To Bitcoin – Bitcoin Magazine
NiceHash CEO letter | NiceHash
Engiven's Crypto Donation Platform Selected by the Salvation Army
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12/17/2020 • 7 minutes, 12 seconds
"Polychain Capital Leads Funding Round for Findora" - December 16, 2020
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Polychain Capital Leads Funding Round for Findora
Electronic Stock Certificates on Blockchain Approved in Germany
Bitcoin Builds to Blast Past $20,000.00
Links:
Germany Legalizes Electronic Securities on the Blockchain - CoinDesk
Polychain, Foxconn's Jack Lee Join 8-Figure Round for 'Open Finance' Project Findora - CoinDesk
Bitcoin hits 2-week high, breaking last big resistance before $20K
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12/16/2020 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Grayscale Now Manages Digital Assets Worth Thirteen Billion Dollars" - December 15, 2020
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Grayscale Now Manages Digital Assets Worth Thirteen Billion Dollars
OCC Report: License FinTech "Shadow Banks"
Binance Shipping Binance Visa Crypto Debit Cards in Europe
Links:
Grayscale Now Has $13B in Crypto Assets Under Management - CoinDesk
OCC Economist Cites Benefits of Issuing Bank Charters to Stablecoin Providers - CoinDesk
Binance Visa cards are now shipping to European customers
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12/15/2020 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Hugh Harp Hacked in Targeted Attack Costing $2.49" - December 14, 2020
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Hugh Harp Hacked in Targeted Attack Costing $2.49
JPMorgan Touts MassMutual Bitcoin Buy
LINKSWAP Number Eight DEX in One Week
Links:
MassMutual Bitcoin purchase proves crypto demand is rising, JPMorgan says
LINKSWAP hits $20M value locked as new 'farmers' boost YFL price outlook
CEO of DeFi Insurer Nexus Mutual Hacked for $8M in NXM Tokens - CoinDesk
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12/14/2020 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
"Revolut adds support for new cryptos" December 13, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 5% at $19,362
Ethereum is up 6% at $586
and XRP is up 3% at 52 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ampleforth up 23%
Revolt announced 4 additional crypto tokens and currencies for europe-based users.
Transferwise adds 750 people in 6 months.
Jose Angel Aman sentenced to 6 years for 25 million dollar crypto ponzi scheme
Core Scientific and Foundry partner up.
JPMorgan executed a blockchain-based repurchase agreement transaction
Aegis Custody secures support from the South Dakota division of banking.
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12/13/2020 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
"Taxes, evasions, & fines" December 12, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 2% at $18,323
Ethereum is up 1% at $554
and XRP is down 5% at 53 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Stacks up 13%
Vladimir Putin signed an order requiring public officials in russia to disclose their digital assets.
The IRS has moved the crypto tax question to the top of the Form 1040.
Oyster Pearl creator charged.
Blockchain research firm Elliptic says privacy wallets are replacing mixers.
Links:
The IRS has officially moved its crypto tax question to the top of Form 1040, making it much more prominent - The Block
Cryptocurrency Founder “Bruno Block” Charged With Multimillion-Dollar Tax Evasion Scheme | USAO-SDNY | Department of Justice
Financial Crime Typologies In Cryptoassets: The Concise Guide for Compliance Leaders
Putin Orders Russia's Public Officials to Report Crypto Holdings - CoinDesk
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12/12/2020 • 7 minutes, 5 seconds
"SEC commissioner Peirce hails crypto for its personal liberty principles" December 11, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 2% at $17,904
Ethereum is down 2.5% at $546
and XRP is down 5% at 55 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Verge up 13%
Hester Peirce calls crypto regulators to embrace crypto for its personal liberty principles.
MassMutual has purchased $100 million worth of Bitcoin.
SpaceChain won a competition securing a $585k grant for decentralized satellite infrastructure.
Renaissance Technologies is the third-biggest buyer of MicroStrategy’s stock since the summer
Links:
SpaceChain Receives Grant from EUREKA GlobalStars-Singapore Call to Jointly Develop Decentralised Satellite Infrastructure with Consortium Partners
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Renaissance Technologies emerges as third-biggest buyer of MicroStrategy's stock since the summer - The Block
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12/11/2020 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Vous êtes qui?" Intense KYC regulations in France" December 10, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 2% at $18,150
Ethereum is down 3% at $554
and XRP is up 1% at 56 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cover Protocol up 47%
France has set stricter crypto regulation
Paxos has filed an application with top regulators to become a national bank
BitPay also filed to become a federally regulated bank
MicroStrategy is offering $550m in convertible notes with the net proceeds to procure more Bitcoin.
JP Morgan says that the rise of Bitcoin’s popularity with institutional investors will cause gold prices to suffer
Links:
Why Paxos is Seeking a National Trust Bank Charter -- and Why We Remain Committed to New York | Paxos
France imposes tougher KYC requirements for crypto, including peer-to-peer transactions - The Block
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MicroStrategy Announces Pricing of Offering of Convertible Senior Notes
JPMorgan Says Gold Will Suffer for Years Because of Bitcoin - BNN Bloomberg
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12/10/2020 • 6 minutes, 56 seconds
"Cryptopia Paying Creditors" - December 9, 2020
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Cryptopia Paying Creditors
European Commission Opportunity
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Claims process begins for creditors of liquidated crypto exchange Cryptopia
European Commission taking bids for blockchain pre-commercial procurement
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12/9/2020 • 5 minutes, 50 seconds
"Diem Will Sue Facebook Over Name" - December 8, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Diem Will Sue Facebook Over Name
Houbi's HUSD Runs on Nervos
Bitcoin Pulls Back
Links:
Carpe ‘Diem’: Lawsuit threatened over Facebook’s Libra rebrand plan
Huobi's HUSD Stablecoin to Run on Nervos Blockchain - CoinDesk
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12/8/2020 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
"Japanese City to Vote on Blockchain" - December 7, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Japanese City to Vote on Blockchain
Bison Tops One Billioin Euros
ECB Official: Digital Euro Can Wait
Links:
LayerX will develop blockchain-based voting system using digital ID verification in Japan
Boerse Stuttgart Group Says Its Crypto Trading App Has Hit €1B Volume in 2020 - CoinDesk
Consideration phase for digital euro to go well into 2021, says ECB exec
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12/7/2020 • 6 minutes, 11 seconds
"Coinbase brings the Spark" December 6th, 2020
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,017
Ethereum is up .5% at $589
and XRP is up 2% at 59 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Augur up 24%
Maxine waters has sent a flurry of recommendations to president-elect Joe Biden
Bill Hinman’s last day as the SEC’s division of corporation finance director was Friday.
Kraken will match $150,000 developer grants via the Gitcoin fundraising platform.
1inch raised $12 million in series A funding.
Coinbase will support an upcoming airdrop for Spark.
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12/6/2020 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"MicroStrategy back with another $50M BTC buy" December 5th, 2020
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $19,030
Ethereum is down slightly at $592
and XRP is down 1.5% at 58 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
OriginTrail up 12%
MicroStrategy is back with another $50 million dollar bitcoin buy
Binance is set to clear $800M in profit this year.
Suzhuou is launching another large scale trial for the chinese digital yuan initiative.
OMG Network has been acquired by Genesis Block Ventures.
Over a million Ether have been staked in the Eth2 contract.
The S&P Dow Jones Indices looks to launch a crypto index next year
Links:
Michael Saylor on Twitter: "MicroStrategy has purchased approximately 2,574 bitcoins for $50.0 million in cash in accordance with its Treasury Reserve Policy, at an average price of approximately $19,427 per bitcoin. We now hold approximately 40,824 bitcoins. https://t.co/nwZcM9zAXZ" / Twitter
Chinese city of Suzhou to give away $3 million in digital yuan via lottery - The Block
GENESIS BLOCK VENTURES (GBV) ACQUIRES SYNQA SUBSIDIARY OMG NETWORK - GBV Capital
Over 1 million ETH, worth more than $605 million, has been staked in the Eth2 contract - The Block
Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, Crypto’s Influence Miner: Bloomberg 50 2020 - Bloomberg
S&P Dow Jones Indices to launch cryptocurrency indexes in 2021
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12/5/2020 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Stripe partners with Goldman, Barclays, Citigroup" December 4th, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $19,009
Ethereum is down 3% at $592
and XRP is down 4% at 60 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Nexo up 17%
NEM up 15%
Stripe is partnering with Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, and Barclays to provide digital services for businesses.
Ripple’s CTO spoke about how the community could vote to force the burning of billions of XRP tokens held in escrow.
Cabify moves to offset its carbon emissions with the help of blockchain technology.
Terra announces Mirror Protocol.
Links:
Ride-Sharing Giant Cabify to Track and Offset Carbon Emissions Using Blockchain Platform - CoinDesk
Terra Brings 24-Hour Trading to Synthetic Versions of Stocks Like TSLA and AAPL - CoinDesk
Stripe to Offer Banking Services in Deal With Goldman Sachs, Citigroup - WSJ
IKHOR [FIAT-Limpator] on Twitter: "@JoelKatz @Meshinom Unralated question: If Nodes, validators and the community at large got together and we agree that its better for the community to burn the 50 billion XRP ripple has in escrows would that be possible? 🤔" / Twitter
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12/4/2020 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Diem, and STABLE Act" December 3, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $19,354
Ethereum is up 3% at $611
and XRP is up 1% at 62 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Decred up 32%
Compound up 19%
The Facebook-backed Libra association is changing their name to Diem Association.
Swiss-based Valour launches ETP on Nordic Growth Market.
STABLE act gives power back to the banks.
NYDIG raised $100 million from a single investor for its new fund.
Links:
Valour Launches World's First Fee-Free[1] Bitcoin Exchange Traded Product (ETP)
Nydig Digital Assets Fund Ii, Lp 2020 Stock / Securites Offering Form D
Facebook-backed digital coin Libra renamed Diem in quest for approval | Reuters
New Congressional bill says it would be 'unlawful' to issue stablecoins, 'provide any stablecoin-related service' without federal approval - The Block
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12/3/2020 • 6 minutes, 56 seconds
"XRP Top Gainer in November Crypto Bull Run" - December 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
XRP Top Gainer in November Crypto Bull Run
The Bank of Russia Says No to Private Stablecoins Pegged to Ruble
Crypto.com Acquires Australian Financial Service License
Links:
XRP Led November's Crypto Bull Run With 169% Gain - CoinDesk
Russian central bank opposes ruble-pegged stablecoins
Crypto.com Secures Australian Financial Service License - CoinDesk
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12/2/2020 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
"Coinbase Facilitates MicroStrategy Purchase of Bitcoin" - December 1, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Coinbase Facilitates MicroStrategy Purchase of Bitcoin
PlusToken Scammers to Prison
Ethereum 2.0 Now Live
Links:
Coinbase Brokered MicroStrategy's $425M Bitcoin Purchase, Exchange Says - CoinDesk
Ringleaders of PlusToken Scam Jailed for Up to 11 Years - CoinDesk
Ethereum 2.0 is go: Genesis block of beacon chain winks into existence
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12/1/2020 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Bitcoin Expected to Close Highest Monthly Gain Ever Today" - November 30, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin Expected to Close Highest Monthly Gain Ever Today
Thanos Triggered on Ethereum
Ian Rogers Leaves LMVH for Ledger
Links:
Despite 12% Crash, Bitcoin Looks Set to Make Highest Monthly Close Ever - CoinDesk
Ethereum Classic Activates Thanos Upgrade, Increasing Access for GPU Miners - CoinDesk
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11/30/2020 • 6 minutes
"Questions around new (old) Satoshi emails." November 29, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 4% at $18,061
Ethereum is up 4.5% at $552
and XRP is up 6% at 62 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Space Chain up 34%
Numeraire up 17%
New emails have surfaced between Satoshi and Hal Finney.
The Guggenheim Partners file for indirect Bitcoin exposure through GBTC.
UpBit is ushering in a limited crypto withdrawal delay.
yearn.finance and pickle finance are preparing for a merger deal.
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11/29/2020 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"DeFi, Profits, and Liquidations" November 28, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $17,185
Ethereum is up 1% at $519
and XRP is up 5% at 56 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cardano, up 16%
Dash up 16%
Ripple is selling one third of its stake in MoneyGram.
Cyberpunk holdings has liquidated its Ether and Monero to buy more bitcoin.
Curve Finance will distribute nearly $3 million in fees to governance token holders.
Crypto Custodian Copper is looking to make the DeFi space more desirable to institutions.
A DAI price increase led to liquidations in excess of $88 million at Compound.
Links:
Moneygram International Inc Acquisition Statement SC 13D/A
Cypherpunk Holdings Inc. Announces Updated Bitcoin Holdings
Curve Finance Votes to Disperse $3M in Fees to Governance Token Holders - CoinDesk
Crypto Custodian Copper Aims to Bridge Gap Between DeFi and Traditional Finance With New Tool - CoinDesk
🤖 Leshner on Twitter: "This morning, $DAI prices on Coinbase Pro escalated rapidly, leading to the liquidation (repayment) of 85.2M DAI borrowed from Compound. 124 of 225,793 users were impacted; there are no under-collateralized accounts, and all markets are healthy. https://t.co/p2l3v7fNov" / Twitter
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11/28/2020 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"Chinese Police seized $4.2 billion in cryptos as part of the PlusToken ponzi scheme crackdown" November 27, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $17,054
Ethereum is up slightly at $513
and XRP is up 4% at 54 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
SushiSwap up 19%
ABBC Coin up 18%
Stellar, up 16%
Coinbase released a blog post pre-empting a NYT article.
Swiss digital asset bank Sygnum has launched a blockchain alternative to stock exchanges.
The Libra association adds Saumya Bhavsar as a general counsel.
United Overseas Bank eyes crypto custody creation.
Chinese Police seized $4.2 billion in cryptos as part of the PlusToken ponzi scheme crackdown.
Links:
VP, Crypto Security Administrator, Group Information Security
An upcoming story about Coinbase. In the spirit of transparency, we’re… | by Coinbase | Nov, 2020 | The Coinbase Blog
Sygnum: the world's first bank to offer end-to-end tokenization with launch of Desygnate solution
Libra Association Taps Saumya Bhavsar as General Counsel for Payments Subsidiary - CoinDesk
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11/27/2020 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
"Bitcoin slides, VanEck gets their ETP" November 26, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 10% at $17,248
Ethereum is down 12% at $519
and XRP is down 19% at 53 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
LTO networks, up 19%
A Bitcoin flash crash has the crypto market down across the board.
~3000 Bitcoin moved out of OKEx after withdrawals restart.
Square has agreed to buy Credit Karma’s tax preparation service for $50 million
VanEck has launched a bitcoin ETN on the Deutsche Boerse Xetra.
Ethereum’s search interest on Google is the highest since January 2018.
Links:
Bitcoin price crashes to $16,350 as derivatives positions worth billions of dollars get liquidated - The Block
OKEx Sees Biggest Bitcoin Outflow in 6 Months Soon After Resuming Withdrawals - CoinDesk
Square Agrees to Buy Credit Karma's Tax Preparation Service for $50M - CoinDesk
VanEck launches bitcoin ETN on Deutsche Boerse
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin Options Market Activity Says Bitcoin Moving Higher
Matsumoto: CBDCs Would Make Crypto Easier
Coinbase Ends New Margin Trading Today at 2:00PM
Links:
Bitcoin Options Market Suggests Investors Preparing for All-Time High - CoinDesk
Digital Yen Would Make Crypto Markets 'More Lively,' Says CEO of Monex Group - CoinDesk
Coinbase Will Suspend All Margin Trading Tomorrow - CoinDesk — Suspend
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11/25/2020 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
"Ethereum 2.0 Secures Funds: Launch Next Week" - November 24, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ethereum 2.0 Secures Funds: Launch Next Week
XRP On Two Year High
Bitcoin Market Cap Surpasses JPMorgan Chase
Links:
XRP Price Surges to 2-Year High as Airdrop Frenzy Builds - CoinDesk
Ethereum 2.0 Deposit Contract Has Enough Funds to Launch - CoinDesk
Bitcoin market cap hits new all-time high and surpasses JPMorgan at $352M
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11/24/2020 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Ripple Wants CBDC Senior Director" - November 23, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ripple Wants CBDC Senior Director
China Construction Bank Kills Crypto-Bond
CipherTrace Applies for Two Patents to Track Monero
Links:
Ripple seeks director to engage with central banks on digital currency
China Construction Bank Pulls Planned Listing of Bitcoin-Tradable Bond - CoinDesk
CipherTrace Says Homeland Security Work Gave Rise to Monero-Tracking Patent Filings - CoinDesk
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11/23/2020 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"President Xi calls for 'an Open and accepting' approach to CBDCs on the global stage " November 22, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 3% at $18,200
Ethereum is down slightly at $531
and XRP is up 5% at 44 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Waves up 13%
BlackRock’s CIO of fixed income spoke about Bitcoin's potential to replace gold.
President Xi calls for 'an Open and accepting' approach to CBDCs on the global stage.
DeFi project Pickle Finance was exploited for $20M.
VMware launched a blockchain platform for enterprises.
Y Combinator, Pantera Capital and others get behind Globe.
Financial regulators in Texas got a bit tougher on 15 alleged crypto scams
Links:
Y Combinator, Pantera join $3 million seed round for new crypto derivatives exchange Globe - The Block
News Releases
Texas Financial Regulators Crack Down on 15 Alleged Crypto Scams - CoinDesk
BlackRock's Chief Investment Officer Says Bitcoin Could Replace Gold to a Large Extent - CoinDesk
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DeFi project Pickle Finance exploited for nearly $20M in DAI - The Block
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11/22/2020 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"MicroStrategy talks Bitcoin strategy" November 21, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 2% at $18,692
Ethereum is up 1% at $515
and XRP is up 28% at 40 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Near Protocol up 24%
Stellar up 15%
The Bank of England’s chief economist said digital currencies might be a solution for negative interest rates.
Japan’s MUFG is set to launch blockchain payment network GO-NET next year
DAiM launches first company-sponsored retirement plans that support Bitcoin.
Microstrategy is exploring how it can become more invested in Bitcoin.
Chainalysis is on the edge of a $100 million dollar raise at Unicorn valuation.
Links:
MUFG Plans to Launch Blockchain Payment Network in 2021 - CoinDesk
Digital Asset Investment Management (DAiM) launches first ERISA compliant employer-sponsored 401(k) plans with Bitcoin
Bank of England’s chief economist: digital currencies may mitigate the need for negative interest rates - The Block
MicroStrategy execs say the publicly traded firm is exploring new bitcoin data products - The Block
Bitcoin Investigation Giant To Raise $100 Million At $1 Billion Valuation
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11/21/2020 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Cashing out in Bitcoin" November 20, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $18,200
Ethereum is up 6% at $505
and XRP is up 4% at 31 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Waves up 26%
SushiSwap up 24%
OKEx will re-open withdrawals on November 27th—with the cause still in question.
Fireblocks secures $30 million Series-B led by paradigm.
Brian Brooks nominated for US Comptroller of the Currency.
Winning Poker Network said its players are currently cashing out in Bitcoin far more than fiat.
Links:
Poker Players Are Enhancing Winnings by Cashing Out in Bitcoin - Bloomberg
Star Xu Surfaces From Detention as OKEx's Mystery Key Holder Also Returns - CoinDesk
Trump nominates Brian Brooks for full five-year term as U.S. Comptroller of the Currency - The Block
Crypto security firm Fireblocks raises $30 million in Series B led by Paradigm - The Block
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11/20/2020 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Sentiment Index suggests 'Extreme Greed'" November 19, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $17,751
Ethereum is down slightly at $474
and XRP is up 3% at 30 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Sushiswap up 25%
Yearn Finance up 17%
Solidus Labs is working on a crypto surveillance tool to help launch a Bitcoin ETF
Deutsche Bank says investors are increasingly keen on bitcoin over gold as an inflation hedge.
A sentiment index that measures fear and greed for bitcoin suggests "extreme greed" at 18k.
A Dubai investment firm is staking $10 million worth of Ethereum to support the Eth 2.0 launch.
CME bitcoin futures have crossed $1 billion in open interest
Links:
Deutsche Bank Says Investors Increasingly Prefer Bitcoin Over Gold as Inflation Hedge - CoinDesk
Solidus Labs Believes Its Crypto Surveillance Tool Can Help Launch a Bitcoin ETF | Nasdaq
IBC Group to invest $10m in the launch of Ethereum 2.0
Crypto investors exhibit 'extreme greed' as bitcoin crosses $18,000 - The Block
CME bitcoin futures cross $1 billion in open interest — a new all-time high - The Block
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11/19/2020 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Institutions Pushing Bitcoin Rally" - November 18, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Institutions Pushing Bitcoin Rally
Ethereum Top Ten Daaps Hit One Million Users
Liquid Exchange Hacked: User Data Compromised
Links:
Institutions help drive rally as Bitcoin ETP volumes surge 50%
Ethereum's top 10 DApps hit 1M users this month
Crypto Exchange Liquid Says User Data Possibly Exposed in Security Breach - CoinDesk
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11/18/2020 • 5 minutes, 35 seconds
"Galaxy Digital Launches Bitcoin Fund in Canada" - November 17, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Galaxy Digital Launches Bitcoin Fund in Canada
Western Union Suspends US Dollar Transfers to Cuba
IBM Scores Gaming Blockchain Patent
Links:
Galaxy Digital Gets Initial Approval for New Bitcoin Fund in Canada - CoinDesk
IBM Scores Patent on Proposed Blockchain Consensus for Transactions in Multiplayer Games - CoinDesk
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11/17/2020 • 5 minutes, 39 seconds
"Bitcoin Cash Hard Fork" - November 16, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin Cash Hard Fork
US Passports in Four Weeks With Bitcoin
MIT Paper: Say No to Blockchain Voting
Links:
Bitcoin Cash Has Split Into Two New Blockchains, Again - CoinDesk
Travelers can now get US passports in as little as 4 weeks with Bitcoin
New MIT Paper Rejects Blockchain-Based Voting Systems - CoinDesk
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11/16/2020 • 5 minutes, 50 seconds
"Future Cash" November 15, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $15,967
Ethereum is down 1% at $455
and XRP is up 1% at 27 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Sushiswap up 25%
Compound up 15%
Sir John Cunliffe, Deputy Governor of the Bank of England, said it’s not the job of the bank to protect bank business models.
Deutsche Bank’s research team has highlighted they believe that CBDCs will replace cash in the long term.
PayPal removed the waitlist for their new crypto service and lifted the weekly purchase limit to $20k.
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11/15/2020 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"All Eyes on Ethereum" November 14, 2020
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $15,891
Ethereum is up 1.5% at $459
and XRP is up 1.5% at 26 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Aave up 25%
Uniswap up 15%
Maker Dao’s DAI stable coin broke the $1 billion market capitalization this week.
DeFi project Akropolis was exploited late this week for over $2M in DAI.
Ethereum-based mixer Tornado Cash’s privacy pool value hit $13M.
Ethereum unnanounced hard-fork.
Binance has launched an Ethereum mining pool.
Links:
MakerDAO's DAI Stablecoin Breaks $1B Market Cap - CoinDesk
Delphi Savings Pool Exploit - Akropolis Newsletter
Tornado Cash's privacy pool USD value surpasses $13M, hitting a new high - The Block
Ethereum Service Providers Scramble to Update Software After 'Unannounced Hard Fork' - CoinDesk
Binance Pool Officially Launches Ethereum Mining Pool, Enjoy Zero Pool Fees for the First Month! | Binance Support
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11/14/2020 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Bitcoin flows from Huobi to Binance" November 13, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 1% at $16,223
Ethereum is up 0.5% at $465
and XRP is up 1% at 26 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Civic up 28%
Decred up 15%
Bitcoin flows from Huobi to Binance in wake of larger Chinese crackdown.
Bitpay is rolling out a cryptocurrency payroll service
Axelar, a decentralized protocol for cross-blockchain communication has raised $3.75M in seed funding.
Ripple has filed a trademark for a potential new product called paystring.
Links:
$300M in Bitcoin Flow to Binance From Huobi as China Gets Tougher on Exchanges - CoinDesk
PAYSTRING - Ripple Labs Inc. Trademark Registration
Payments Provider BitPay Rolls Out Cryptocurrency Payroll Service - CoinDesk
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11/13/2020 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Bitcoin Crosses $16k" November 12, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 2% at $15,884
Ethereum is up slightly at $461
and XRP is down 0.5% at 25 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Stacks up 16%
US President-elect Joe biden has added former CFTC chairman and crypto enthusiast Gary Gensler to his transition team.
Chainalysis wants to help the US sell the Silk Road trove.
Binance has paid a bounty of 200k to investigators who helped with the arrest of bad actors.
Deel unveils a crypto payroll tool.
KuCoin co-founder Johnny Lyu said 84% of the funds from the recent hack have been recovered.
Links:
Binance Gives $200K to Investigators Who Helped Identify Actors Behind 2018 Attack - CoinDesk
Chainalysis Wants to Help the Feds Sell Millions in Forfeited Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Joe Biden transition team adds former CFTC chair and crypto-focused academic Gary Gensler - The Block
lyu_johnny on Twitter: "(1/3) Latest updates about #KuCoin Security Incident: So far, 84% of the affected assets have been recovered via approaches like on-chain tracking, contract upgrade and judicial recovery. As asked by the law enforcements, we will publish all the details once the case is closed." / Twitter
Andreesen Horowitz-backed Deel launches crypto payroll tool - The Block
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11/12/2020 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Bonds Issued on Blockchain" November 11, 2020
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Bonds Issued on Blockchain
Binance Halts Withdrawals of Ethereum: Minor Hard Fork
Shapeshift De-lists Zcash
Links:
World's Second Biggest Bank to Issue $3B in Bonds Tradable for Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Binance briefly pauses Ethereum withdrawals as network suffers ‘minor hard-fork’
ShapeShift Delists Privacy Coin Zcash Over Regulatory Concerns - CoinDesk
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11/11/2020 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"Former Microsoft Engineer Gets Prison" November 10, 2020
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Former Microsoft Engineer Gets Prison
Grain and Oilseeds Now Trading on the Blockchain
Links:
Ex-Microsoft Dev Gets 9 Years in Prison Over $10M Theft Involving Bitcoin Mixing - CoinDesk
Blockchain-based agri-commodity trading to tap world’s largest wheat market
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11/10/2020 • 5 minutes, 21 seconds
"Debate on Digital Dollar Delivering Inflation" November 9, 2020
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Debate on Digital Dollar Delivering Inflation
New Jersey to License Crypto Firms
Bitcoin Outperforming Gold for Family Offices Says JPMorgan Chase
Links:
Debate Rages on Whether a Digital Dollar Will Unleash Inflation - CoinDesk
New Jersey follows in its neighbor state's footsteps with crypto license bill
Family Offices May Now See Bitcoin as Alternative to Gold: JPMorgan Report - CoinDesk
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11/9/2020 • 5 minutes, 33 seconds
"Ripple to open Dubai HQ" November 8, 2020
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Ripple is opening a regional HQ in Dubai.
EY outlines plan for compensating users who lost funds in the shutdown of QuadrigaCX.
Sygnum started Tezos staking services this week.
US Defense Department IT agency looks for blockchain solution.
The volume on crypto exchanges fell 26% in October.
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11/8/2020 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"DOJ working to stop Visa acquisition of Plaid" November 7, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $15,463
Ethereum is up 3.5% at $460
and XRP is up 1% at 26 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Yearn.finance up 45%
Aave up 25%
Synthetix up 15%
The DOJ is working to stop Visa’s 5.3 billion dollar acquisition of Plaid.
Grayscale's Ethereum Trust crossed $1Billion in assets under management.
Square reports $1.63 billion in bitcoin sales in the Q3.
OKEx hires external legal counsel to resolve withdrawal issues.
ArDrive launches on Arweave.
Links:
DOJ complaint re:Visa&Plaid
Grayscale on Twitter: "MILESTONE: Grayscale #Ethereum Trust has just hit $1 billion AUM! As the first publicly-quoted $ETH investment product in the US and the second #digitalcurrency investment product to become an SEC reporting company, we're proud of the milestones so far. https://t.co/lgnBxHZR20 https://t.co/QFtnFQSDDy" / Twitter
Square reports $1.63 billion in bitcoin sales for the third quarter via its Cash App - The Block
‘Permanent Dropbox’ App Launches on Arweave - CoinDesk
OKEx says it has hired 'external legal counsel' to help resolve withdrawal issues - The Block
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11/7/2020 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"US Department of Justice seizes $1 Billion in Bitcoin" November 6, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 4.5% at $15,508
Ethereum is up 9% at $443
and XRP is up 7% at 26 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Aave up 42%
Synthetix up 26%
Uniswap up 25%
US Department of Justice seizes Silk Road Trove — $1 Billion in Bitcoin. To auction, or Hodl?
Vitalik Buterin stakes $1.4 million in Ether on Ethereum 2.0.
Bitcoin tests $16k.
A US district court in Colorado enters judgement against a ponzi scammer.
Links:
Silk Road Bitcoins Worth Over $1 Billion Are Target of U.S. - Bloomberg
Court Enters $900K Judgment Against Crypto Ponzi Scammer on Behalf of CFTC - CoinDesk
Vitalik Buterin Sends $1.4M of Ether in Preparation for Ethereum 2.0 Staking - CoinDesk
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11/6/2020 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Fee mistake costs a DeFi user 9k" November 5, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 7.5% at $14,887
Ethereum is up 5% at $403
and XRP is up 1.5% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Hedge Trade up 32%
Bitcoin to test $15k
DeFi fee mistake costs user $9k.
EN+ partners with BitRiver for joint mining venture.
Sam Bankman Fried, FTX CEO/Founder a top contributor to Biden2020.
Nearing Ethereum 2.0 launch date.
Links:
eth2 quick update no. 19 | Ethereum Foundation Blog
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is among Joe Biden’s top contributors with more than $5M in donation - The Block
Russian Hydropower Giant Opens Bitcoin Mining Farm - CoinDesk
Help needed! I payed 23.5172 ETH ($9500) for $120 Uniswap transaction by mistake : ethtrader
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11/5/2020 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"One Billion Dollars in Bitcoin Moved" November 4, 2020
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One Billion Dollars in Bitcoin Moved
Australian Senator: "The Future is Blockchain"
Links:
Nearly $1B in Bitcoin Moves From Wallet Linked to Silk Road - CoinDesk
Australian senator says blockchain can make financial compliance easier
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11/4/2020 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Down 16%" November 3, 2020
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Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Down 16%
Houbi Denies Rumor
HSBC Drops Bangladesh Trade Finance Time
Links:
Bitcoin just had its biggest mining difficulty drop since 2011
Huobi Denies Rumors a Senior Executive Was Arrested - CoinDesk
HSBC Carries Out Bangladesh's First Blockchain Letter-of-Credit Transaction - CoinDesk
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11/3/2020 • 6 minutes, 18 seconds
"Wyoming Leads in Financial Regulation" November 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Wyoming Leads in Financial Regulation
Atlas VPN Reports Crypto-Hacks Down in 2020
LaGarde Seeks Digital Euro Comments
Cubans Google Bitcoin
Links:
Report: Blockchain-related hacks have declined in 2020
Wyoming Is Crypto's 'Wild West,' Which Is Exactly What We Need - CoinDesk
Lagarde Seeks Public Comments About a Digital Euro, Implying a Broad Retail Offering Is Now on the Table - CoinDesk
Google searches for Bitcoin are on the rise in Cuba
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11/2/2020 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
"Bitcoin breaks $14k" November 1, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 0.5% at $13,758
Ethereum is down 1% at $388
and XRP is down 2% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Digitex Futures up 37%
Harmony up 17%
Bitcoin briefly broke $14k this morning — a 33 month high.
UK police have investigated and reported no crime in an alleged $3M crypto staking scam.
Avanti receives go-ahead from Wyoming state regulator for digital asset custody business and AVIT.
SoFi has received conditional US regulatory approval to set up a national bank.
Ripple is set to invest in SBI Holdings’ MoneyTap
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11/1/2020 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Happy Birthday, Bitcoin." October 31, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 4% at $13,911
Ethereum is up 3% at $390
and XRP is up 2% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ampleforth up 21%
Stacks up 15%
Bitcoin turns 12 today. The Bitcoin white paper was published October 31, 2008.
Ripple paid 9.3 million in XRP incentives to MoneyGram in Q3.
Verizon unveils "Full Transparency" blockchain backed effort.
Overstock(.)com touts possibility of VOATZ
MakerDao members vote today on a safeguard against flash-loan voting attacks.
Links:
Updates - Flash Loans and securing the Maker Protocol - Updates - MakerDAO
Overstock Touts Voatz Blockchain Voting App as Solution to US Election Fracas - CoinDesk
MoneyGram International Reports Third Quarter 2020 Results | Moneygram International Inc
Verizon’s ‘Full Transparency’ launches blockchain verification for news releases | About Verizon
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10/31/2020 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor discusses personal BTC holdings" October 29, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 2% at $13,044
Ethereum is down 2% at $383
and XRP is down 2.5% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Digibyte up 18%
A flash loan was used to vote in a governance mechanism for MakerDAO.
Michael Saylor discusses personal BTC holdings.
Dry season brings Chinese miners' hash rate down 10%
Links:
[Urgent] Flash Loans and securing the Maker Protocol - Updates - MakerDAO
Michael Saylor on Twitter: "Some have asked how much #BTC I own. I personally #hodl 17,732 BTC which I bought at $9,882 each on average. I informed MicroStrategy of these holdings before the company decided to buy #bitcoin for itself." / Twitter
Bitcoin hash rate drops over 10% as Chinese miners migrate to fossil fuel plants - The Block
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10/29/2020 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Telos Launches Telos Task: Gig Economy on Blockchain" October 28, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Telos Launches Telos Task: Gig Economy on Blockchain
Cred Has Problems
DBS Digital Exchange is Signal to Asia's Financial Establishment
Links:
Telos launches new gig economy platform on the blockchain
Cred Says Fraudulent Activity Led to Loss of Funds; Law Enforcement Investigating - CoinDesk
DBS Digital Exchange shows crypto has gone mainstream in Asia: JST Capital
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10/28/2020 • 6 minutes, 5 seconds
"JPM Coin Live" October 27, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
JPM Coin Live
DBS Banks on Crypto
Houbi Says "Charge It!"
Links:
JPMorgan's stablecoin finally sees commercial light of day
Singapore’s largest bank reportedly launching crypto trading and custody
Crypto Exchange Huobi Adds Direct Visa, Mastercard Payments - CoinDesk
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10/27/2020 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"IRS Gives Instructions on Crypto" October 26, 2020
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IRS Gives Instructions on Crypto
PayPal Throttles Epik
Garlinghouse Tells CNBC Tech Companies Must Engage on Issues
Links:
Tax Payers Needn't Disclose Merely Holding Cryptos: IRS Draft 2020 Guidance - CoinDesk
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse opposes Coinbase’s 'no politics' policy
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10/26/2020 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Kyber announces KyberPRO" October 25, 2020
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $12,961
Ethereum is down 1% at $407
and XRP is down 1% at 25 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Filecoin up 29%
Quant Network up 18%
Kyber Announces KyberPRO
CME group passed BitMEX this week to become the second largest bitcoin futures exchange.
Chinese authorities backed by the PBoC have conducted mass arrests and gambling shutdowns related to Tether.
The FED updated rules for bank transfers, lowering thresholds and including crypto.
Ken Kurson arrested on cyberstalking charges.
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10/25/2020 • 6 minutes
"PBoC moves to fortify digital yuan" October 24, 2020
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $12,984
Ethereum is down 1% at $413
and XRP is down 1% at 25 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ocean Protocol up 26%
ABBC Coin up 16%
Crypto(.)com Chain up 15%
Central bank of Russia Governor says the digital ruble pilot could launch by end of 2021.
The People’s Bank of China looks to revise banking laws: legalize digital yuan, diminish yuan-pegged stablecoins.
WordProof plugin for WordPress timestamps content on Ethereum.
MineSpot to open largest mining facility in Russia.
Links:
PBoC seeks to revise banking law to legalize digital yuan and ban yuan-pegged tokens - The Block
Russia could pilot a digital ruble by the end of 2021, its central bank governor says - The Block
WordProof Timestamp – WordPress plugin | WordPress.org
New Firm Plans Largest Bitcoin Mining Firm in Russia - CoinDesk
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10/24/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"PayPal is going shopping" October 23, 2020
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $13,013
Ethereum is up .5% at $417
and XRP is down 1% at 25 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Vertcoin up 62%
Villanova University is sending a private Ethereum blockchain into space to test DLT on satellites.
The CFTC issued guidance on digital currencies for futures commission merchants.
PayPal is going shopping—reportedly in talks to acquire BitGo
Filecoin upgrade means miners get rewards faster.
Links:
CFTC Staff Issues Advisory on Virtual Currency for Futures Commission Merchants | CFTC
PayPal Said to Be in Talks to Buy Crypto Firms Including BitGo - Bloomberg
Villanova University to Send Private Ethereum Blockchain Into Space to Test Inter-Satellite Communication - CoinDesk
Filecoin Upgrades Network, Rewards Miners Early - CoinDesk
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10/23/2020 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"PayPal news sends BTC above 13k" October 22, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 4% at $12,932
Ethereum is up 8% at $413
and XRP is up 5% at 26 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ren up 15%
Synthetix up 15%
PayPal's soft custodian announcement sends Bitcoin to its highest since late 2017.
The CEO of Ripple has raised concerns about Ripple's long-term position in the US due to regulatory ambiguity.
Kraken has kicked off trading in Japan again after a 2 year hiatus.
An EY led group has bid for the Korean CBDC pilot project.
Links:
Kraken anncouncement
PayPal Official News
Ripple considers other countries for the HQ
EY bids for Korean CBDC
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10/22/2020 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"World's First Central Bank Digital Currency Live Today" October 21, 2020
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World's First Central Bank Digital Currency Live Today
TRON Foundation Helps OKEx Customers
Mode Global Holdings PLC Diversifies Cash to Bitcoin Over Debasement of Fiat
Links:
Tron opens 'manual' withdrawal option for TRX holders on OKEx
UK-Listed Firm Mode Putting up to 10% of Cash Reserves Into Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Central Bank of Bahamas Launches Landmark 'Sand Dollar' Digital Currency - CoinDesk
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10/21/2020 • 6 minutes, 30 seconds
"LINE Corp Platform for CBDC Being Considered" October 20, 2020
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LINE Corp Platform for CBDC Being Considered
NSX Closer to Live on Exchange
Cordite Society Deploys XDC on Public Corda
CME Says Institutions Long, Hedge Funds Short on Bitcoin
Links:
Japan's LINE Launches CBDC Development Platform: Report - CoinDesk
Blockchain-Based Trading System Steps Closer to ASX Access - CoinDesk
R3 Corda Network Set to Go DeFi With XDC Digital Currency - CoinDesk
Institutional Bitcoin longs at record-high, hedge funds short — CME data
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10/20/2020 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
"Bank of Canada Seeks Economist With CBDC Knowledge" October 19, 2020
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Bank of Canada Seeks Economist with CBDC Knowledge
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With job listing, Canada’s central bank takes additional steps towards a CBDC
Economist, Digital Currencies and Financial Technologies
First Users Not So Impressed by China's Digital Yuan: Report - CoinDesk
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10/19/2020 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"Ripple donates $10M to Mercy Corps" October 18, 2020
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Bitcoin is up .5 at $11,428
Ethereum is up 1% at $372
and XRP is up slightly at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Reserve Rights up 15%
CZ says Binance Smart Chain is about accelerating cryptomass adoption, not dethroning DeFi
Algorand launches Europe-focused startup program.
Skynet Labs launches SkyDB — for decentralized social media.
Ripple donates $10M to Mercy Corps.
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10/18/2020 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"NYDFS hosts techsprint" October 17, 2020
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $11,353
Ethereum is down slightly at $368
and XRP is down 0.5% at 24 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ampleforth up 27%
DOJ unseals documents about Tether bribery case
Zora raises $2 million in a seed round
The NYDFS is hosting a techsprint to develop new digital methods to submit regulatory reports.
Officials in the Bahamas say the Sand Dollar will eventually work internationally
Links:
Press Release - October 15, 2020: Superintendent Lacewell Announces DFS To Host First-Ever Techsprint To Advance the Department’s Regulator of The Future Vision | Department of Financial Services
Officials from the Central Bank of The Bahamas say the digital 'Sand Dollar' will eventually work internationally - The Block
Tether Stablecoin Used by Drug Cartel Money Smugglers, DOJ Claims - Decrypt
Crypto-driven marketplace Zora raises $2M to build a sustainable creator economy – TechCrunch
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10/17/2020 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"OKEX withdrawal suspension" October 16, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $11,358
Ethereum is down 2% at $369
and XRP is down 2% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
FileCoin up 18%
Robinhood hack may have been larger than everyone thought.
OKEX has suspended all withdrawals due to an ongoing public security investigation into one of the key holders.
Russian mining company BitCluster is opening up an operation in the Arctic circle
Grayscale raised $1 billion for investment products in Q3.
Links:
Grayscale sees more than $1 billion in new investments in Q3 - The Block
Suspension of Digital assets/Cryptocurrencies Withdrawals – Help center
Robinhood Hack: Almost 2,000 Accounts Infiltrated, More Widespread Than Known - Bloomberg
A Russian Company Is Opening a Mining Farm in the Arctic - CoinDesk
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10/16/2020 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Breitling goes full-blockchain" October 15, 2020
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Bitcoin is down 1% at $11,315
Ethereum is down 3% at $371
and XRP is down 3% at 25 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
ABBC Coin up 50%
and Fusion up 17%
Breitling introduces ethereum-based provenance system.
Bloq announces Vesper, DeFi withouth the work.
Isle of Man clarifies crypto guidelines.
A man in Auckland faces 30 charges for money laundering via land, crypto and luxury cars.
Links:
Isle of Man FSA announcement
Blockchain Technology | Breitling
Bloq Enters DeFi With New Staking Service - CoinDesk
Auckland raids: Man facing money laundering charges granted name suppression - NZ Herald
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10/15/2020 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Litecoin Adopts Nimblewimble for Privacy" October 14, 2020
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Litecoin Adopts Nimblewimble for Privacy
WEF Raps Standards Setting Organizations
Jeff Horowitz Leaves Coinbase
Links:
New WEF study reveals issues facing blockchain and crypto standards
In Effort to Differentiate, Litecoin Makes a Move to Privacy - CoinDesk
Coinbase Chief Compliance Officer Departs Amid Wider Exodus - CoinDesk
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10/14/2020 • 7 minutes, 7 seconds
"IMF, BIS, World Bank and G20 Making Rules for CBDC Issuance" October 13, 2020
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IMF, BIS, World Bank and G20 Making Rules for CBDC Issuance
Derisking Plan Regrets
Links:
IMF, World Bank Plan Central Bank Digital Currency Rules - CoinDesk
Regrets — Ripple’s CTO sold 40,000 Ether for just $1 each
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10/13/2020 • 5 minutes, 25 seconds
"BitMEX Hires Malcolm Wright" October 12, 2020
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BitMEX Hires Malcolm Wright
Yamamoto Says Japan Must Change Laws for Digital Yen
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BitMEX operator hires chief compliance officer amid US criminal charges
Japan must amend central bank laws to issue digital yen, says official
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10/12/2020 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
"Users blame Robinhood for disappearing funds" October 11, 2020
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Bitcoin is up slightly at $11,376
Ethereum is up slightly at $373
and XRP is up 0.5% at 26 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ren up 19%
Robinhood users reach out to SEC and FINRA after accounts hacked.
Yearn.Finance creator Andre Cronje is stepping back from DeFi.
Web traffic to exchanges down 14%
Dapper Labs closes $18 million token sale.
Links:
Robinhood Users Says There's No One To Call When Accounts Are Hacked - Bloomberg
Yearn.Finance Creator Quits DeFi After Eminence Debacle - CoinDesk
Bitcoin transaction values and fees grew in 2020's third quarter - The Block
Flow raises $18M on CoinList
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10/11/2020 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"Government officials in Shenzhen to host digital currency lottery" October 10, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 2% at $11,311
Ethereum is up 4% at $372
and XRP is up 0.5% at 25 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
UMA up 36%
Arweave up 22%
and Siacoin up 15%
VC Firm Paradigm hires white hat hacker Samczsun
Government officials in Shenzhen host digital currency lottery as part of the digital currency electronic payment trial.
Ethereum 2.0 developers are opening up a new bug bounty program
The US DHS' R&D arm is working with 5 blockchain firms for innovation.
Links:
Chinese city to host digital currency lottery as part of DCEP trial - The Block
Changing Lanes
dannyryan on Twitter: "Announcing the eth2 bounty program! https://t.co/S6SHqN4D2q The spec and attacknet programs are now deprecated in favor of this general program for all of eth2 Happy 🐛 hunting! (Note! This is a sister program to https://t.co/8Zy1qo3S1i program and will be run in parallel)" / Twitter
US Homeland Security Funds Anti-Forgery Blockchain Projects in Latest R&D Round - CoinDesk
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10/10/2020 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Square's Surprise $50 Million Bitcoin buy" October 9, 2020
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Bitcoin is up 4% at $11,067
Ethereum is up 5% at $359
and XRP is up 4% at 25 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Yearn.finance up 30%
UMA up 27%
Uniswap up 18%
and Chainlink up 15%
Square's Bitcoin buy represents 1% of Square’s total assets.
Dutch central bank has approves the first digital asset exchange in the netherlands.
Ripple is branching out into lending.
The UK director for Binance will leave her post after only 6 months in the role.
Links:
AMDAX Announcement
Binance UK Director Departing After Less Than 6 Months - CoinDesk
Fund Instant Cross-Border Payments With a Line of Credit From RippleNet | Ripple
Square, Inc. Invests $50 Million in Bitcoin
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10/9/2020 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Google lists as candidate for EOS Block Producer."
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Bitcoin is down slightly at $10,607
Ethereum is down 1% at $337
and XRP is down 1% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ren up 15%
Tim Draper is leading a series A for the india based exchange Unocoin.
KPMG is working on a blockchain solution for measuring and reporting greenhouse gas emissions.
Riot Blockchain has picked up 2500 more Bitmain mining rigs.
Google lists as candidate for EOS Block Producer.
South Korea’s Central Bank is on track to test digital currency with pilot transactions next year.
Links:
Block.one Welcomes Google Cloud to the EOS Community - Block.one
Riot Blockchain Continues Hash Rate Expansion to 2.3 EH/s and Provides Deployment Update
KPMG To Offer New Climate Accounting Capability To Help Clients Measure Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Tim Draper Leads Targeted $5M Series A for India Crypto Exchange Unocoin - CoinDesk
South Korea's central bank is on track to test digital currency next year - The Block
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10/8/2020 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Ripple Co-Founder Chris Larsen Rips US Regulators" October 7, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ripple Co-Founder Chris Larsen Rips US Regulators
Brian Brooks Says Market Will Decide Regulations
Bitrcoin Unique Addresses Spike
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US is losing 'tech cold war with China' says Ripple co-founder
Markets will decide on regulations, not the government: Currency Comptroller
Analysts Can't Agree What Prompted Big Spike in New Bitcoin Addresses - CoinDesk
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10/7/2020 • 6 minutes, 48 seconds
"No Crypto Derivatives in UK After 1/6/21" October 6, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
No Crypto Derivatives in UK After 1/6/21
Ripple Wins Some Points in Suit
John McAfee Arrested in Spain
Links:
UK's FCA bans retail crypto derivatives after year-long consideration
Ripple Has Mixed Success in Motion to Dismiss Lawsuit Alleging Securities Fraud - CoinDesk
John McAfee Arrested in Spain on US Criminal Charges - CoinDesk
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10/6/2020 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Bank of Thailand Sells Blockchain-Backed Bonds" October 5, 2021
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bank of Thailand Sells Blockchain-Backed Bonds
ECB Gettin Digi Wid It
Two Become One Big Italian Fintech Firm
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Thai central bank issues $1.6B in government bonds on IBM blockchain
ECB to consider further digital euro study in 2021
Italian digital payments firms merge to create $17.6B fintech group
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10/5/2020 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"CEO Johhny Lyu hints at known suspects from KuCoin hack" October 4, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .05% at $10,607
Ethereum is up slightly at $347
and XRP is down slightly at 23 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Origintrail up 80%
ICE seeks software to streamline financial auditing management including digital currencies like Bitcoin.
KuCoin CEO Johhny Lyu hints at known suspects from last month’s $281 million hack.
SEC chairman said the agency is open to the idea of a tokenized ETF.
September marked the first time in history that Etherum miners made more from fees than from block rewards.
Several employees at Coinbase take the severance packages following CEO Brian Armstrong’s offer.
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Coinbase Employees Have Begun to Take Severance Packages - CoinDesk
SEC Chairman Open to Crypto-based Exchange-Traded Fund
lyu_johnny on Twitter: "A quick update since my last livestream on Sep 30. After a thorough investigation, we have found the suspects of the 9.26 #KuCoin Security Incident with substantial proof at hand. Law enforcement officials and police are officially involved to take action." / Twitter
First time in Ethereum's history, miners made more from fees than from block rewards
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10/4/2020 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Venezuela launches national stock exchange built on Ethereum blockchain" October 3, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 0.5% at $10,547
Ethereum is up 2% at $347
and XRP is up 1.5% at 23 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ampleforth up 22%
Celsius Network up 19%
Braintrust raises 18 million in a new funding round led by Acme.
Equilibrium raises 5.5 million for cross-chain DeFi.
Venezuela launches national stock exchange built on Ethereum blockchain.
J Barry Thompson of Pennsylvania pled guilty to his involvement in a $7 million Bitcoin buying fraud.
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Equilibrium, a Polkadot-based project for cross-chain DeFi, raises $5.5 million - The Block
Venezuela Rolls Out Ethereum-Based Stock Exchange to Help Skirt US Sanctions - CoinDesk
Braintrust raises $18 million in new funds for token-powered freelancer marketplace - The Block
Federal Court Orders Pennsylvania Man Pay $7.4 Million in Restitution for Multi-Million Dollar Bitcoin Fraud | CFTC
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10/3/2020 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Markets slide on news of Oval Office Covid-19" October 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 4% at $10,449
Ethereum is down 8% at $337
and XRP is down 5% at 23 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
UTRUST up 22%
October Surprise: Covid-19
Bitcoin fell yesterday ahead of the october surprise news on the CFTC and Department of Justice charges levied against BitMEX.
The European Central Bank published a 50-page report on the digital euro.
Coinlist president Andy Bromberg is leaving to lead ECO. Will act as special advisor to Coinlist.
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Founders And Executives Of Off-Shore Cryptocurrency Derivatives Exchange Charged With Violation Of The Bank Secrecy Act | USAO-SDNY | Department of Justice
CoinList president has joined a crypto project backed by Uber co-founder - The Block
Bitcoin, Stocks Fall as Trump Tests Positive for COVID-19 - CoinDesk
European Central Bank publishes report on digital euro, says 'we need to be ready' to issue it - The Block
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10/2/2020 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"Fluree raises flurry of funds" October 1, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $10,886
Ethereum is up 3.5% at $367
and XRP is up 2% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Celsius Network up 20%
Digibyte up 17%
Data management firm Fluree raises $2.5 million in additional VC funding unlocking a $1.5 million defense contract.
BitFlyer’s European arm is opening up tokyo-based liquidity for european bitcoin traders.
Thomas J Gity has been charged with scamming investors in a Florida crypto-trading scheme.
The SEC has levied a cease and desist against Salt Lending over their 2017 ICO.
MakerDAO adds Chainlink, Loopring and Compound as collateral options.
Links:
MakerDAO Adds Chainlink, Compound, Loopring as Collateral Options | Nasdaq
Thomas J. Gity, et al. (Release No. LR-24930; Sep. 30, 2020)
Data Management Startup Fluree Unlocks $1.5M Air Force Contract With Latest VC Raise - CoinDesk
SALT SEC ICO filing
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10/1/2020 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Blockchain Makes Singapore Health Passport Work" September 30, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Blockchain Makes Singapore Health Passport Work.
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Government investment firm develops blockchain health passport in Singapore
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9/30/2020 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"Difficulty Ribbons Say Buy Bitcoin" September 29, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Difficulty Ribbons Say Buy Bitcoin
Coinbase CEO: Focus on Business
Venezula Gets Bitcoin Satellite Node
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Bitcoin ‘difficulty ribbon’ chart hasn’t been this bullish since March
Relief and Regret: Crypto Twitter Reacts as Coinbase Says No to Corporate Activism - CoinDesk
Venezuela sees its first Blockstream Bitcoin satellite node
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9/29/2020 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"KuCoin Hackers Move Crypto to Decentralized Exchanges" September 28, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
KuCoin Hackers Move Crypto to Decentralized Exchanges
E&Y Debut OpsChain Network Procurement Platform
Only 2.5 Million Bitcoin Left to Be Mined
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KuCoin hackers keep moving stolen tokens to the largest DeFi exchange
EY Releases Enterprise Procurement Solution on Ethereum Blockchain - CoinDesk
Only 2.5 million Bitcoin left to mine
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9/28/2020 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Valentus looks for $50 million through token sale" September 27, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $10,658
Ethereum is up slightly at $351
and XRP is down 1% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
The Midas Touch up 15%
Private equity investment firm Valentus is looking to raise $50 million through a token sale.
Ant Group has launched a cross-boarder blockchain trading platform called Trusple.
Aave has launched a new governance framework on the ethereum mainnet.
US lawmakers seek to clarify the rules and restrictions around cryptocurrency in the US.
Links:
Lawmakers want to amend the Securities Act to provide more clarity for crypto assets - The Block
The Governance is in your hands: vote on the first AIP! | by Isa Kivlighan | Aave Blog | Sep, 2020 | Medium
Ant Launches Business Trade Blockchain in Run-Up to $35B IPO - CoinDesk
U.S. firm Valentus to raise capital for credit fund via digital currency sale | Reuters
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9/27/2020 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Hot Wallet hack at KuCoin" September 26, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 1% at $10,718
Ethereum is up 2% at $351
and XRP is up 1% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ren up 23%
and yearn finance up 20%
KuCoin has been hit with a security breach.
Kristy Lynn Felkins faces murder-for-hire charges.
Gemini has added support for seven new DeFi tokens.
University of Cambridge reports 189% increase in unique crypto users.
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KuCoin | Cryptocurrency Exchange | Buy & Sell Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more
Nevada Woman Charged in Bitcoin Murder-for-Hire as a Mystery Hacker Again Turns Tipster - CoinDesk
Gemini to Support New DeFi Tokens | Gemini
3rd Global Cryptoasset Benchmarking Study - CCAF publications - Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance - Centres - Faculty & research - CJBS
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9/26/2020 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Chinese media calls crypto 2020's #1 asset" September 25, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $10,681
Ethereum is down 1.5% at $347
and XRP is down 2% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
IDEX up 14%
Russia’s ministry of finance is calling for higher reporting standards in the crypto space.
Roskomnadzor blacklists Binance’s website.
Chinese state-owned media make coordinated report that crypto is the year’s top performing investment.
Liquity raises $2.4 million in seed funding in a round led by Polychain capital.
Knesset members in Israel are looking to relax the tax burden on cryptocurrencies.
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China State Media Make Rare Reports Calling Crypto 2020's Best Performing Asset - CoinDesk
Israeli regulators propose Bitcoin be taxed as a currency, not an asset
Liquity secures $2.4M in seed funding to further develop lending protocol - The Block
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9/25/2020 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Skynet Funded" September 24, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $10,396
Ethereum is down 1% at $337
and XRP is down 3% at 22 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Helium up 54%
Venezuela legalizes cryptocurrency mining, will force participants into a national pool.
JBS S.A. will use blockchain technology to help curb deforestation in the Amazon.
Sia Technology raises $3 million to develop a free internet dubbed "Skynet".
Coinbase hires for Coinbase Platforms
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Venezuela Legalizes Crypto Mining but Will Force Industry Into National Pool - CoinDesk
Brazil's JBS vows to monitor deforestation through whole cattle supply chain | Reuters
Sia Tech raises $3 million to speed up the development of 'free Internet' - The Block
Welcoming three new senior leaders to Coinbase | by Coinbase | Sep, 2020 | The Coinbase Blog
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9/24/2020 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Mick Mulvaney Joins The Digital Chamber of Commerce Board" September 23, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Mick Mulvaney Joins The Digital Chamber of Commerce Board
MicroStrategy CEO Says Bitcoin 'Less Risky" Than Holding Cash
Reuters Reports Robinhood Rounds Up Robust G-Round: Rakes In $600 Million in Resources
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MicroStrategy CEO could ‘liquidate $200M in Bitcoin on a Saturday’
Digital Chamber Adds Mulvaney to Board of Advisors; Visa, Goldman Join Executive Committee - CoinDesk
Robinhood Raises Cool $660M in Extended Funding Round - CoinDesk
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9/23/2020 • 6 minutes, 52 seconds
"US Space Force Adopts Blockchain for Data Security" September 22, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
US Space Force Adopts Blockchain for Data Security
Binance.US CEO Advocates Crypto Use for Business
Christine Lagarde Says Digital Euro "Compliments" Cash, Not "Replaces"
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Binance.US CEO calls companies not integrating crypto ‘ignorant’
Digital euro will not be a substitute for cash: ECB President
US Space Force Enlists Blockchain Firm to Deploy Hack-Proof Data Defenses - CoinDesk
Xage Partners with the U.S. Space Force to Introduce Blockchain-Protected Zero Trust Cybersecurity for Space Architecture Resiliency
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9/22/2020 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"PoB Says CBDC 'New Battleground' " September 21, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
PoB Says CBDC "New Battleground"
USA Number One in Blockchain Patent Applications
Iran Power Plants to Sell Juice to Crypto Miners
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Beijing sees digital currencies as ‘new battlefield’ in global finance
The US is number one...in blockchain patents
Three Iranian Power Plants Plan to Sell Electricity to Crypto Miners - CoinDesk
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9/21/2020 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Harvesting DeFi for non-ethereum tokens." September 20, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 2% at $10,880
Ethereum is down 2% at $374
and XRP is down 2% at 25 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Celo up 35%
and Curve up 15%
Kava labs has launched harvest.io a yield-generating DeFi platform for bitcoin and other non-ethereum assets.
Carolyn Wilkins, a bank of canada deputy, will not seek a re-election.
Michael Saylor explains MicroStrategy's Bitcoin buying.
An artist in South Carolina is tokenizing his body for tattoos.
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Bank of Canada Senior Deputy Governor Carolyn A. Wilkins will not seek second term - Bank of Canada
MicroStrategy’s CEO reveals the company’s surprising Bitcoin buying strategy
New Binance-Backed DeFi Site Lets You Earn Yield on Bitcoin, Other Non-Ethereum Assets - CoinDesk
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9/20/2020 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Blockchain Capital joins Libra" September 19, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $11,086
Ethereum is down 1% at $384
and XRP is down 1% at 25 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Uniswap up 40%
and Celsius network up 17%
Blockchain Capital joins Libra.
A transparency blockchain measure has been voted down in Germany.
Investors are suing NVIDIA over the 2017 mining boom.
Uniswap up over 40%, questions bubbling about security and the SEC.
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Investment Firm Blockchain Capital Joins Libra Association - CoinDesk
German Lawmakers Vote 'Nein' on Blockchain for Transparency on Megaprojects - CoinDesk
Investors Aren't Entitled To 'Crypto Craze' Docs, NVIDIA Says - Law360
The runaway success of Uniswap's token raises an old question: is it a security? - The Block
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9/19/2020 • 5 minutes, 39 seconds
"Uniswap airdrops UNI" September 18, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $10,992
Ethereum is up 2% at $386
and XRP is up 2% at 25 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Uniswap up 32%
Loopring up 27%
and NEO up 19%
The US Homeland Security Dept. has opened a competition to crowdsource a digital wallet design.
Two Russian Nationals have been charged with extorting over 16.8 million from crypto exchange customers.
Decentralized exchange volumes are still soaring – showing almost 15 billion month to date.
DEX aggregator ParaSwap raised 2.7 million in seed funding
Uniswap airdropped their new UNI token causing a stir
Links:
US Homeland Security Challenges Freelancers to Design It a Digital Wallet - CoinDesk
Uniswap Recaptures DeFi Buzz With UNI Token's Airdropped Debut - CoinDesk
Russian nationals charged with extorting over $16.8M from crypto exchange customers - The Block
DEX volumes continue to soar in September, crossing almost $15 billion month-to-date - The Block
DEX aggregator ParaSwap raises $2.7 million in seed funding - The Block
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9/18/2020 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Uniswap introduces Uni" September 17, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $10,876
Ethereum is up 4% at $382
and XRP is up 3% at 25 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
KCash up 60%
Just up 23%
Kraken is in the first exchange to be recognized a US bank.
Libra has hired the former HSBC CEO James Emmett.
PowerTrade has pulled in 4.7 million of funding from Pantera Capital.
Uniswap is launching a governance token as it works to keep up with SushiSwap.
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New Bitcoin Options App Raises $4.7M in Round Led by Pantera Capital - CoinDesk
Kraken Becomes First Crypto Exchange to Become a US Bank - CoinDesk
Coinbase Pro Lists Uniswap's New Token Just Hours After Launch - CoinDesk
Uniswap | Introducing UNI
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9/17/2020 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Bahamas First in CBDC With October Surprise" September 16, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bahamas First in CBDC With October Surprise
Kiyosaki Says US Bankrupt Buy Gold, Silver and Bitcoin
CB Insights Buys Blockdata
Links:
Bahamas to Roll Out 'Sand Dollar' Digital Currency Next Month - CoinDesk
Covid-19 vaccine will spark Bitcoin ‘crash’ — Rich Dad Poor Dad author
CB Insights Buys Blockdata to Build Out Blockchain Data Offering - CoinDesk
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9/16/2020 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"Brock Pierce Served" September 15, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Brock Pierce Served
Russia's Largest Bank Partners with Komgo
Japanese Crypto Exchange Charges Binance with Aiding Hackers
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Japanese Crypto Exchange Accuses Binance of Helping Launder $9M From 2018 Hack - CoinDesk
Russia’s largest bank joins blockchain trade finance platform
Brock Pierce Served Court Papers for Fraud Lawsuit at His Own Presidential Campaign Rally - CoinDesk
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9/15/2020 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Coinbase CEO: Apple Stifling Crypto Innovation" September 14, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Coinbase CEO: Apple Stifling Crypto Innovation
Communist China Requires CBDC Acceptance
New Group Promoting Blockchain Forms in Switzerland
Links:
Uniswap Takes Lead Over SushiSwap Less Than 24 Hours After SUSHI Rewards Drop - CoinDesk
No one can refuse China’s digital currency, says central bank exec
Swiss blockchain group formed to encourage new blockchain companies
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9/14/2020 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Aelf Launches SashimiSwap" September 13th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $10,324
Ethereum is up 1% at $370
and XRP is up 2% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Waves up 15%
A man in DC faces charges over his involvement in a diamond-backed token ponzi scheme.
Swisscom blockchain won an grant from the Web3 foundation to protect the Polkadot network.
Aelf Launches SashimiSwap
Miner revenue, and crypto trading volumes were up in August
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9/13/2020 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"TI Settles SEC ICO charges" September 12, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 0.5% at $10,280
Ethereum is up 1% at $363
and XRP is up slightly at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Defi Money up 62%
Yearn Finance up 20%
and Augur up 15%
TI Settles SEC ICO charges.
Chef Nomi returns the $14 million in Ether that they cashed out of SushiSwap last week
Wave Financial purchases a thousand barrels of kentucky whiskey.
A Singapore faces 3 years in prison and 12 strokes of the cane for stealing 200k meant to buy bitcoin.
Links:
Jail, caning for member of trio who robbed bitcoin buyer of $365,000, Courts & Crime News & Top Stories - The Straits Times
SEC Charges Rapper TI With Securites Violations for ICO - CoinDesk
'I F**ked Up': SushiSwap Creator Chef Nomi Returns $14M Dev Fund - CoinDesk
Wave Financial Wins First Round of Investment for Whiskey Fund Ahead of Tokenization - CoinDesk
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9/12/2020 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Square launches Cryptocurrency Open Patent Alliance (COPA)" September 11, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $10,280
Ethereum is down 2% at $363
and XRP is down 2% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Loopring up 20%
and Storj up 15%
Jack Dorsey’s Square has launched the Cryptocurrency Open Patent Alliance (COPA)
Christine Lagarde, and the European Central Bank will make an announcement soon about a Eurozone digital currency.
XanPool raises $4.3 million in pre-series A funding.
A South Australian research paper makes the case that blockchain should be refined to better protect privacy.
Links:
Australian University Finds Privacy Issues With Blockchain Technology - CoinDesk
Crypto-to-fiat gateway XanPool raises $4.3 million in pre-Series A funding - The Block
COPA
EU Aims for Tight Grip on Digital Currencies to Stave Off Risks - Bloomberg
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9/11/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Return of the Kraken" Sept 10, 2020.
Today's blockchain and cryocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $10,326
Ethereum is up 6.5% at $369
and XRP is up 2.5% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Algorand up 20%
Synthetix up 18%
and Yearn Finance up 18%
Kraken has returned to Japan after two years away.
California judge has dismisses a $200 million damages claim against AT&T in ongoing SIM-swapping suit.
Mastercard launches customizable Central Bank Digital Currency sandbox.
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Judge Dismisses $200M Damages Claim in AT&T Crypto Hack Lawsuit - CoinDesk
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9/10/2020 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"DCG Buys Luno" Septemer 9, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
DCG Buys Luno
dGen Says By 2030 Three to Five Nations Will Have a CBDC
CoinMetrics Says High Correlation Gold and Bitcoin
bitFlyer Reports Newbies in Their Twenties
Links:
At least 3 nations to replace their currency with CBDC by 2030: report
Bitcoin's Correlation With Gold Hits Record High - CoinDesk
BitFlyer's Newest Customers Are In Their 20s - CoinDesk
Digital Currency Group acquires cryptocurrency exchange Luno
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9/9/2020 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Crypto Tax Experts Merge" September 8, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Crypto Tax Experts Merge
Officials Raid Bithumb Second Time in Week
Banco Estado Shut Down Over Ransomware Attack
Bitcoin Bullish Trend Continues Despite Price Pull-back
Links:
European Crypto Tax Companies Announce Merger to Power US Expansion - CoinDesk
Major Chilean bank shuts down all branches following ransomware attack
Bitcoin Options Suggest Investors Hedging but Still Long-Term Bullish - CoinDesk
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9/8/2020 • 7 minutes, 5 seconds
"Ziglu Offers Free Transfer for Select Crypto" September 7, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ziglu Offer Free Transfer for Select Crypto
Binance Releases Launchpool
Links:
Binance Unveils New Product for 'Yield Farming' Crypto Assets - CoinDesk
Ziglu launches peer-to-peer payments after getting UK e-money licence
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9/7/2020 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"SushiSwap and a new Sushi Chef" September 6, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 3% at $10,300
Ethereum is up 5.5% at $356
and XRP is up 1% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
SushiSwap up 50%
Yearn Finance up 34%
BNB up 20%
Chef Nomi abdicates - forks over control to FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried
Swerve has crosses 380 million in total value within 12 hours of launch
Brazil’s central bank president Roberto Neto says that the country will have a CBDC in 2022.
Craig Wright’s ongoing trial has been moved to january 2021
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9/6/2020 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Hardware wallet vulnerability disclosed" September 5, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 3% at $10,141
Ethereum is down 10.5% at $340
and XRP is down 5% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bitshares up 20%
ShiftCrypto discloses potential ransom attack method for Trezor and KeepKey hardware wallets.
Joseph Frank Abel pleds guilty to his involvement with the BitClub Network a ponzi scheme.
Chainalysis takes a look at the trade route between East Asia and Latin America.
Links:
Hardware Wallet Flaw Lets Attackers Hold Crypto for Ransom Without Touching Device - CoinDesk
California man admits to securities and tax offenses related to $722 million BitClub Network fraud scheme | Internal Revenue Service
Chainalysis Blog | How Latin America Mitigates Economic Turbulence with Cryptocurrency
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9/5/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Saudi Arabia business leaders propose blockchain-based business passport" September 4, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 3.5% at $10,435
Ethereum is down 4.5% at $393
and XRP is down 2% at 26 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Celo up 15%
Saudi Arabia business leaders propose blockchain based business passport.
Robinhood faces SEC investigation.
SEC brings charges against Mindset 24 Global LLC.
Bank of England Governor speaks on stable coins, central bank digital currencies, and the future of payments.
Links:
Saudi Arabia Pitches Blockchain-Based Business Passport to Boost Trade Finance - CoinDesk
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Self-Help Firm That Mostly Took Bitcoin as Payment Mostly Just Helped Itself, SEC Charges - CoinDesk
WSJ: Robinhood facing SEC investigation over dealings with high-frequency trading shops - The Block
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9/4/2020 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Lawmakers push for blockchain solutions for COVID " September 3, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 2% at $11,242
Ethereum is down 5% at $423
and XRP is down 4% at 27 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Origintriail up 27%
Akropolis up 19%
and Just up 16%
Lawmakers in the US push for the federal government to use blockchain solutions for COVID relief.
Revolut brings cryptocurrency services to Australian residents.
AlphaBay darknet moderator Bryan Herrell faces 11 years in prison.
The canton of Zug will accept bitcoin and ether for tax payments starting 2021
Links:
Swiss canton Zug to accept bitcoin and ether for tax payment from next year - The Block
Lawmakers Ask Trump to Use Blockchain in COVID Relief - CoinDesk
Digital Bank Revolut Expands Crypto Buying and Selling Service to Australia - CoinDesk
AlphaBay darknet moderator, who was paid in bitcoin, is sentenced to 11 years in prison - The Block
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9/3/2020 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Dollar Velocity Lowest Since 1940s Benefits Bitcoin" September 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Dollar Velocity Lowest Since 1940s Benefits Bitcoin
Bithumb Raided
Tapscotts Add Blockchain Research Institute Europe
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Bitcoin, USD velocity both crash — but BTC price reacted differently
Police Reportedly Raid Headquarters of Bithumb, South Korea's Largest Exchange - CoinDesk
The Tapscotts Take Their Blockchain Research Institute Into Europe - CoinDesk
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9/2/2020 • 7 minutes, 11 seconds
"Ether High"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ether High
OCC Issues Charters
Coinshares Adds Real-time Audit Feature
Links:
Huge Ethereum buy wall sends ETH to a 19-month high against Bitcoin
US Regulator to Shake Up Banking With Federal Charters for Payment Firms - CoinDesk
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9/1/2020 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"OPEC Talks Blockchain at Conference"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
OPEC Talks Blockchain at Conference
Ethereum Classic Hit with Third 51% Attack in One Month
CipherTrace Says It Tracks Monero Transactions
Links:
OPEC to cover blockchain tech in second workshop on energy and IT
Ethereum Classic Hit by Third 51% Attack in a Month - CoinDesk
CipherTrace develops Monero-tracing tool to aid US DHS investigations
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8/31/2020 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
"NASA backs blockchain-based communications system" August 28, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $11,469
Ethereum is up 2% at $393
and XRP is up 0.5% at 27 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Numeraire up 45%
UMA up 39%
and Elrond up 16%
The New Zealand stock exchange faced a barrage of criminal cyberattacks this week.
US House members have called for a briefing on recent seizure of crypto assets from terrorist groups.
NASA is backing a blockchain-based communications system.
Fidelity’s head of strategy and planning is at the helm of a new bitcoin-focused fund.
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8/28/2020 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"SEC lightens accredited investor expectations" August 27, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $11,318
Ethereum is up 1% at $382
and XRP is down 2% at 27 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Celo up 35%
UMA up 20%
and Band Protocol up 16%
The SEC has expanded its definition of qualified accredited investor.
The Libra association has hired Steve Bunnell as its new top lawyer.
Bitcoin’s implied volatility has fallen this morning ahead of Jerome Powell’s annual keynote.
Links:
Libra Association Lands Ex-Homeland Security General Counsel (1)
SEC expands accredited investor definition, lowering the barrier to private markets - The Block
Bitcoin's Implied Volatility Falls Sharply Ahead of Jerome Powell Speech - CoinDesk
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8/27/2020 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Fed Action Pumps Up Bitcoin Price by Cheapening Value of Dollar"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Fed Action Pumps Up Bitcoin Price by Cheapening Value of Dollar
Ripple Trademarks
IRS Ignores Internal Watchdog, Sends Letter to Cryptoverse Again
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Tyler Winklevoss says US Fed is the ‘biggest booster’ of Bitcoin price
Ripple filed four US trademark applications this month
IRS, Ignoring Its Own Watchdog, Sends Letters About Crypto Taxes Once Again - CoinDesk
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8/26/2020 • 7 minutes, 41 seconds
"FTX Crypto Exchange Acquires Blockfolio"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
FTX Crypto Exchange Acquires Blockfolio
Chainanalysis Lands Biz in Australia
BinanceUS Opens in Florida
Links:
FTX crypto exchange acquires Blockfolio for $150 million, set to create ‘New trading experience’
3 Australian Businesses Tap Chainalysis to Monitor Risky Cryptocurrency Activity - CoinDesk
Binance.US Expands Into Florida, Eyeing Millions of Potential New Traders - CoinDesk
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8/25/2020 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Bitstamp Leaving London for Luxembourg"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitstamp Leaving London for Luxembourg
Digital Yuan Tests Small Retail Transactions
OSL On Track in Hong Kong
Links:
Bitstamp reportedly leaves London after 8 years of operation
China's digital yuan trials reportedly limited to small retail transactions
Hong Kong Regulator Gives Crypto Exchange OSL Tentative Licensure Approval - CoinDesk
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8/24/2020 • 6 minutes
"Mitiga finds Monero Malware in AWS" August 23, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $11,558
Ethereum is down 2% at $385
and XRP is down 0.5% at 28 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Aragon network up 18%
Cosmos up 17%
and Ocean Protocol up 15%
Researchers at cybersecurity firm Mitiga identified a Monero mining script in a community AWS AMI.
Scientists at the Los Alamos National Laboratory say they’ve designed an AI for detecting would-be cryptojackers.
The CFTC is going after the owner of the fraudulent bitcoin trading scheme Control-Finance.
Links:
An AWS Virtual Machine Is Infected With Mining Malware. There Could Be Others - CoinDesk
CFTC seeks $572 million in penalty and restitution from the owner of 'fraudulent' bitcoin scheme Control-Finance - The Block
Los Alamos Scientists Develop AI to Fight Cryptojacking - CoinDesk
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8/23/2020 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Polychain Capital adds $19.5 million to first fund" August 22, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $11,580
Ethereum is down 4% at $390
and XRP is down 2.5% at 28 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Augur up 39%
and Decentraland up 26%
Former UBER CSO faces felony charges for a 2016 attempt to quash security breach with six-figure Bitcoin hush money.
A new bitcoin mining facility with 50-thousand rigs is readying for a september debut.
Polychain capital’s cryptocurrency hedge fund has added 19.5 million in investments
A Tokyo court has granted a protective order that will aid in the recovery of funds lost in a 2018 Coincheck hack
Links:
Polychain Capital's Original Crypto Fund Raises an Additional $19.5M - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Mining Facility With Room for 50,000 Rigs Set to Launch in Kazakhstan - CoinDesk
Tokyo court grants protective order to recover some funds lost in the 2018 Coincheck hack - The Block
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8/22/2020 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"INX Limited to hold token sale" August 21, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $11,672
Ethereum is down 2% at $402
and XRP is down 3% at 28 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
OMG Network up 69%
0x up 35%
and Qtum up 17%
INX limited will launch its watershed initial public offering as soon as Monday.
US Congressman Tom Emmer of minnesota will take crypto donations for his reelection campaign.
Thailand is readying its judicial system records for a move to the blockchain.
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8/21/2020 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Hawaii says Aloha to crypto" August 20, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $11,840
Ethereum is down slightly at $411
and XRP is down 1% at 29 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
OMG Network up33%
Yearn Finance up 34%
and Algorand up 15%
Hawaii has re-opened to crypto companies with a regulatory sandbox
The UK branch of Gemini has registered with the UK Financial Conduct Authority.
Tether is moving 1 billion USDT coins from TRON to Ethereum.
Links:
UK regulator adds Gemini to list of registered firms - The Block
Hawaii Welcomes Crypto Exchanges Back With New Regulatory Sandbox - CoinDesk
Tether is moving 1 billion USDT coins from TRON to Ethereum blockchain - The Block
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8/20/2020 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
"Riot Blockchain Buys 8,000 New Antminers"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Riot Blockchain Buys 8,000 New Antminers
Bitcoin Profitable for 98% of Buyers
Houbi Launches Crypto Savings Accounts Tomorrow
Links:
Huobi Meets ‘Loud and Clear’ Demand for Crypto Savings Accounts
98% of All Bitcoin Is Now Worth More Than When You Bought It
Riot Supercharges Mining Ops With 8,000 More Bitmain Rigs as Bitcoin Price Soars - CoinDesk
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8/19/2020 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
"Bank of England Attends CBDC Meeting Tomorrow"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bank of England Attends CBDC Meeting Tomorrow
Hackers Mining Crypto Attack AWS Credentials
Congratulations Hester!
Links:
Bank of England Joins Key Roundtable on Central Bank Digital Currency Design
Researchers Detect Crypto-Mining Worm to Steal AWS Credentials — X
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8/18/2020 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
"George Ball, Former CEO of Prudential Securities, Flips to Crypto as World Faces Dollar Debasement"
Today's blockchain and crypto news.
George Ball, Former CEO of Prudential Securities, Flips to Crypto as World Faces Dollar Debasement
Etheum Founder Admits Ethereum 2.0 Tough
Pantera Venture Fund Three Nets $164.7 Million from High Balance Investors
Links:
Vitalik Buterin: Ethereum 2.0 Presents a ‘Much Harder’ Challenge Than We Thought
Pantera Tells SEC Its Crypto Fund Has Raised Nearly $165M - CoinDesk
Ex-Prudential Securities CEO Calls Bitcoin a ‘Safe Haven’ - CoinDesk
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8/17/2020 • 7 minutes, 41 seconds
"USPS Considers Blockchain Voting" August 16, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $11,722
Ethereum is down 2.5% at $414
and XRP is up 0.5% at 29 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Yearn Finance up 40%
and Waves up 17%
The US Postal Service has filed a patent on a system called Secure Voting System that would use blockchain technology.
A woman in the UK was arrested for fraudulently obtaining £115,000 of cryptocurrency.
CoinMarketCap launches Earn — an education rewards program.
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8/16/2020 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
"Garlinghouse wants Ripple to be Amazon of Payments" August 15
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $11,880
Ethereum is up 2% at $436
and XRP is down 1% at 29 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Synthetix up 32%
Digibyte up 17%
and Aave up 16%
Brad Garlinghouse, the CEO of Ripple told the financial times that the company aims to be the Amazon of payments.
The Boston Federal reserve is partnering with MIT on a research effort focused on central bank digital currencies
The Winklevoss Twins met with Barstool founder Dave Portnoy in a wide-ranging conversation about Bitcoin.
Links:
Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy buys bitcoin after Winklevoss pitch - The Block
Ripple aims to become 'the Amazon of payments' says CEO - The Block
Ripple CEO Hits Out at Reports Claiming Firm Is Pivoting From Interbank Payments - CoinDesk
Speech by Governor Brainard on "An Update on Digital Currencies" - Federal Reserve Board
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8/15/2020 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Long live YAM" August 14, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2% at $11,750
Ethereum is up 8% at $427
XRP is up 7% at 30 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Algorand up 28%
Kyber network up 22%
and Tron up 20%
YAM is dead. Long live YAM.
VPNs and other anti-censorship applications have jumped in popularity in Belarus
JPMorgan appears to be in further discussions with ConsenSys.
Links:
YAM Post-Rescue Attempt Update. At approximately 6PM UTC, on Wed August… | by Yam Finance | Aug, 2020 | Medium
DeFi Meme Coin YAM Succumbs to Fatal 'Rebase' Bug, Makes Plans for 'YAM 2.0' - CoinDesk
VPN Usage Surges as Belarus Remains Offline - CoinDesk
JPMorgan plans to lead ConsenSys’ $50m convertible note raise - The Block
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8/14/2020 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"Borrow 30% of Your Bitcoin Stash in Fiat at Coinbase"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Borrow 30% of Your Bitcoin Stash in Fiat at Coinbase
EU Forces Ireland to Comply re Crypto
Apollo Develops Private Label CBDC Platform
Links:
Coinbase to Offer Bitcoin-Backed Loans to US Customers - CoinDesk
Ireland Will Transpose Latest EU Anti-Money Laundering Rules Into National Law
First Blockchain National Currency Platform Ready for Central Banks’ CBDC Issuance | Blockchain News — CBDC
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8/13/2020 • 7 minutes, 12 seconds
"Hamilton's Crypto Suit Takes On Social Media Giants"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Hamilton's Crypto Suit Takes On Social Media Giants
Coinbase Exits Blockchain Association
Greyscale's Bitcoin Trust Pumps Up
Links:
Lawyer to File Crypto Class-Action Seeking Billions From Social Media ‘Cartel’
Coinbase Exits Industry Lobbying Group in Protest Over Recent Unspecified 'Decisions' - CoinDesk
Grayscale Tells SEC Its Bitcoin Trust Rose $1.6B Over Six Months - CoinDesk
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8/12/2020 • 7 minutes, 23 seconds
"Blockchain Helps Precious Metals Trading"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Blockchain Helps Precious Metals Trading
Internet Disrupted in Belarus Election
Russia Develops "Transparent Blockchain"
Links:
Mitsubishi Launches Blockchain Platform for Metal Trading
After Tumultuous Election, Belarus Goes Offline - CoinDesk
Russia’s New Crypto Analytics System to Track Dash and Monero
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8/11/2020 • 7 minutes, 5 seconds
"Asian Capital Takes Bitcoin Express Out"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Asian Capital Takes Bitcoin Express Out
Australia's National Rugby League Turns to Blockchain
LINE's LINK Now Live on BitMax
Links:
‘Capital Flight out of Asia Is Taking Bitcoin Express’ Says Max Keiser
Blockchain-Based Trademark App Can Boost Australian Economy, Says Minister - CoinDesk
Messaging Firm LINE Makes Own Token Available to Japanese Traders for First Time - CoinDesk
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8/10/2020 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
"California watchdog decries health records on blockchain effort" August 9, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $11,664
Ethereum is down slightly at $390
and XRP is down 2% at 29 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Chainlink up 24%
Cosmos up 19%
and VeChain up 15%
A California privacy watchdog has spoken out against a proposal to put medical records on the blockchain.
The crypto debit card provider Wirex is expanding in the US.
German authorities have seized 30 million worth of crypto from the streaming site Movie2K.
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8/9/2020 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Sperbank to launch stablecoin. BUSD gets NYDFS greenlight." August 8, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 0.5% at $11,805
Ethereum is down 0.5% at $394
and XRP is down 2.5% at 30 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Decentraland up 26%
Band Protocol up 22%
and Zilliqa up 15%
Binance receives a green light for BUSD from NYDFS.
Russia’s largest state-owned bank Sberbank is preparing to launch its own stable coin Sbercoin.
Compound releases their own price oracle.
Links:
Sberbank is preparing to issue its own cryptocurrency - Vedomosti
DeFi platform Compound launches permissionless price oracle - The Block
Binance Says New York Banks Can Now Use Its Stablecoin After Watchdog Approval - CoinDesk
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8/8/2020 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Goldman considers their own token. Senate confirms Hester Peirce" August 7, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $11,765
Ethereum is down 1% at $394
and XRP is up 1% at 30 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Aurora up 15%
and Elrond up 15%
IDEX has pulled in an extra $2.5 million in seed money ahead of its IDEX 2.0 launch.
US Senate has confirmed SEC commissioner Hester Peirce for a second term in office.
Dapper Labs has raised a new funding round.
Goldman Sachs is considering its own cryptocurrency.
Links:
NBA Players Andre Iguodala, Spencer Dinwiddie, Javale McGee, and Aaron Gordon join Samsung, Coinbase Ventures, and the Cultural Leadership Fund, in Dapper Labs $12M investment round for Flow blockchain
U.S. Senate confirms crypto-friendly SEC commissioner Hester Peirce for second term in office - The Block
Decentralized exchange IDEX raises $2.5 million in seed funding ahead of IDEX 2.0 launch - The Block
Goldman names new head of digital assets in bet on blockchain
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8/7/2020 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"OkCoin Gives Marco Falke Large Grant"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
OkCoin Gives Marco Faulke Large Grant
Republic Raises Sixteen Million Dollars
Honeywell Puts Aircraft Parts and Service on Blockchain
Links:
Honeywell Creates a Blockchain ‘Search Engine’ for Aircraft Parts Data
OKCoin Exchange Awards Grant to One of Bitcoin Core's Most Active Developers - CoinDesk
Republic Cuts Through SEC Red Tape to Raise $16M via Security Token Sale - CoinDesk
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8/6/2020 • 5 minutes, 50 seconds
"All Chainlink Profitable"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
All Chainlink Profitable
Genesis Capital Portfolio Better Now
Ethereum Transaction Fees Down
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100% of Chainlink Addresses Are Currently in Profit
Genesis' Lending Rebounds in 2Q; Firm Acknowledges Unsecured Loans - CoinDesk
Ethereum Transaction Fees Fall by 75% as Congestion Eases
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8/5/2020 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"Ninety Percent of Ether Now Profitable"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ninety Percent of Ether Now Profitable
Former VP of BoC Says Digital to Replace Fiat
Garlinghouse Says Government Looking to Crypto in Fiat Decline
Links:
Chinese Ex-Banker Says Digital Currency Should Replace Fiat Money - CoinDesk
World Gov’ts Eye Blockchain as Dollar’s Power Wanes, Says Ripple CEO
Over 90% of Ether Supply Is Now in 'State of Profit,' Says Glassnode
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8/4/2020 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
"Hacker bail, shuttered funds, new hacks" August 3rd, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2% at $11,212
Ethereum is up 8% at $388
and XRP is up 10% at 30 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
HedgeTrade up 20%
and Ren up 20%
The 17-year old Twitter hacker apparently owns $3 million+ in Bitcoin.
Crypto hedge fund Neural Capital has shuttered .
Spanish crypto payments app and card issuer 2Gether was hacked friday.
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8/3/2020 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Bitcoin tests 12k" August 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 4% at $11,160
Ethereum is up 2.5% at $366
and XRP is up 5% at 28 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Hedge Trade up 37%
and bluezelle up 30%
Bitcoin tested 12k yesterday and saw 12% drop in 6 minutes as it met a wall of futures positions
Decentralized exchange volumes rose to 4.3 billion in July.
Coinbase launched a 2% rewards program on DAI stablecoin accounts.
The number of Robinhood users holding Kodak jumped 1200% on government loan.
Japanese brave browser users are on the deck to receive BAT tokens as rewards for web browsing.
Links:
Coinbase Now Offers 2% Rewards on Dai Stablecoin Accounts - CoinDesk
The number of Robinhood users holding Kodak stocks soars after Trump admin announces $765M loan - The Block
Brave browser's Japanese users will soon be able to receive BAT token - The Block
Decentralized exchange volumes surged to $4.3 billion in July, breaking monthly record - The Block
Bitcoin and Ethereum crash by more than 12% in 6 minutes as more than $1B of positions gets liquidated - The Block
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8/2/2020 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Twitter Hacker charged, Putin to prohibit crypto payments" August 1, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 2.5% at $11,532
Ethereum is up 2% at $353
and XRP is up 7% at 26 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Melon Protocol up 15%
Putin has signed a bill that will prohibit the use of cryptocurrencies as a means of payment in Russia.
17-year old charged in Twitter hack.
Longfin Corp to pay 223 million to investors over the company's 2017 IPO.
Links:
An update on our security incident
Putin signs bill that will prohibit the use of cryptocurrencies for payment starting next year - The Block
17-year-old Florida resident charged in connection with Twitter hack and bitcoin giveaway scam - The Block
In Re Longfin Corp. Securities Class Action Litigation, Docket No. 1:18-cv-02933 (S.D.N.Y. Apr 03, 2018), Court Docket
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8/1/2020 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"Bitcoin up 53% in 2020" July 31, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $11,203
Ethereum is up 8% at $343
and XRP is up 1% at 25 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bancor up 20%
Ripple paid 15 million in XRP incentives to MoneyGram in the second quarter of 2020.
David Schweikert, congressman from Arizona has been ordered to pay 50k in fines for violating ethics standards.
The SEC is getting ready to take a closer look at Binance coin and other coins related to Binance’s blockchain.
The US dollar has reached its lowest since May of 2018.
Links:
Ripple paid $15.1 million in XRP incentives to MoneyGram in Q2 2020 - The Block
Ethics Committee reprimands Schweikert for slew of violations - POLITICO
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Dollar Falls to Lowest Level in Over 2 Years While Gold, Silver, Bitcoin Continue to Shine - CoinDesk
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7/31/2020 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"US Marines not allowed to mine crypto on Government devices" July 30, 2020
Today's blockchain and crypto news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $11,026
Ethereum is down 0.5% at $319
and XRP is up 2% at 24 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Aave up 25%
and Travala. com up 18%
Ledger updates from security breach
Chinese authorities arrest all 27 "major suspects" of the PlusToken fraud.
US Marines were notified this week that they are prohibited from using government issued mobile devices to mine cryptocurrency.
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7/30/2020 • 6 minutes
"Ledger Wallet Hacked"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ledger Wallet Hacked
Binance Australia Spins Up
Japanese CBDC Will Happen
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Data Breach at Crypto Wallet Firm Ledger Exposes User's Personal Info
Binance Opens Up ‘Full Fiat’ Australian Exchange
Digital Yen Now 'Top Priority' for Japan Central Bank, Says Senior Official - CoinDesk
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7/29/2020 • 7 minutes, 32 seconds
"Brave Browser Ups Privacy for iOS Users"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Brave Browser Ups Privacy for iOS Users
Silvergate Bank Doubles Bitcoin-backed Loans
Gold Hits High in USD
Revolut Adds Stellar Lumens
Links:
Brave Browser Brings New Level of Security to iOS users
Silvergate's Bitcoin-Backed Lending Product Grew 80% in the Last Quarter - CoinDesk
Gold Reaches All-Time High as Bitcoin Breaks Above $11k - CoinDesk
Digital Bank Revolut Adds Stellar to List of Supported Cryptocurrencies - CoinDesk
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7/28/2020 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"BLINC Settles It"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
No Monero on Coinbase
Avanti Financial Opens in October
BLINC Settles It
Links:
Coinbase CEO: Exchange Won’t List XMR Due to ‘Issue With Regulators’
Wyoming-Based Avanti to Open in October With a New Bank-Issued Digital Asset - CoinDesk
First Mover: Bitcoin at Last Passes $10K, But Why Has It Struggled While Gold Shone? - CoinDesk
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7/27/2020 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Bitcoin above 10k"
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 4% at $10,004
Ethereum is up 8% at $309
and XRP is up 4% at 22 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Elrond up 19%
and Travala(dot)com up 15%
Ukraine’s Ministry of Digital Transformation to work with Crystal Blockchain jump-starting the government’s virtual asset monitoring initiative.
Signature bank reported strong growth in the first half of the year with close to $8 billion in deposit growth.
Coinbase user base at 35 million — up 5 million since the first of the year.
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7/26/2020 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"The case for the digital dollar" July 25, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 1% at $9,605
Ethereum is up 4% at $284
and XRP is up 2% at 21 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Unibright up 26%
and Block Stack up 15%
A federal court ruled that Bitcoin is a form of “money” covered under the Washington DC Money Transmitters Act.
Bitcoin Suisse raised $48 million in their first round of fund-raising.
Former CFTC chair Christopher Giancarlo made a case for the development of a digital dollar in a senate hearing.
Links:
Crypto Bank Hopeful Bitcoin Suisse Raises $48M in First-Ever Round - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Is a Form of Money in DC, Federal Court Rules - CoinDesk
Giancarlo pitches Congress on piloting a 'digital dollar' in the U.S.
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7/25/2020 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"Botnets, and Lawsuits" July 24, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .05% at $9,538
Ethereum is up 4% at $274
and XRP is up .05% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
VeThor Token up 23%
A hacker has been using a botnet to infect thousands of computers to hijack them and mine Monero
Apple Co-founder Steve Wozniak has sued Youtube and Google over Bitcoin giveaway scams
Opera’s web browser is reporting for the first time that 170,000 users use its crypto wallets each month.
Links:
YouTube asks court to dismiss crypto giveaway scam lawsuit filed by Ripple - The Block
Opera's Built-In Crypto Wallets Have 170K Monthly Active Users - CoinDesk
Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Sues YouTube Over Bitcoin Giveaway Scams - CoinDesk
Newly Discovered Botnet Infected Up to 5,000 Computers with a Monero Miner - CoinDesk
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7/24/2020 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"DeFi, Defense, and Twitter" July 23, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2% at $9,523
Ethereum is up 9% at $265
and XRP is up 3% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
VeThor Token up 15%
Binance has listed Maker and Dai tokens.
Twitter announced that during their hack, hackers accessed the direct messages of at least 36 of the hacked accounts.
Congress added two blockchain amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act.
Links:
An update on our security incident
Soto Amendments Pass in Annual House Defense Bill | Congressman Darren Soto
Binance lists Maker and Dai tokens amid DeFi boom - The Block
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7/23/2020 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"South Korea Proposes a 20 Percent Tax on Crypto Gains" July 22, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
South Korea Proposes a 20 Percent Tax on Crypto Gains
Coinsquare Admits Wash Trading: Management Resigns
China's Supreme Court Wants to Strengthen Crypto Property Rights
Links:
South Korea Finalizes Cryptocurrency Income Tax of 20%
Coinsquare Exchange Execs to Resign Over Wash Trading Scandal - CoinDesk
Chinese Supreme Court Favors Strengthening Cryptocurrency Property Rights
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7/22/2020 • 6 minutes, 54 seconds
"Whale Alert Has Data on Satoshi" - July 21, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Whale Alert Has Data on Satoshi
PayPal Chooses Paxos to Bring Crypto to PayPal Users
UK Regulators Want Control of Crypto Advertising
Links:
UK Treasury Wants to Bring Crypto Ads Under Direct Gov’t Oversight
PayPal Picks Paxos to Supply Crypto for New Service, Sources Say - CoinDesk
Whale Alert Identifies 1.125 Million BTC as Satoshi's Stash - CoinDesk
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7/21/2020 • 7 minutes, 6 seconds
"Coinsquare Accused of Wash Trading" July 20, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
MasterCard Reaches Out to Crypto
Coinsquare Accused of Wash Trading
Barry Silbert Says Bitcoin Beat the Ban
Links:
Mastercard Expands Cryptocurrency Program for Crypto Card Issuers
Canada Crypto Exchange Coinsquare Accused of Wash Trading by Watchdog - CoinDesk
Wash Trading Definition
Grayscale CEO: US Regulators Can’t Shut Down Bitcoin
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7/20/2020 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
"Sunday News Roundup" July 19, 2020
Today's news roundup
Bitcoin is down slightly at $9,139
Ethereum is down slightly at $234
and XRP is down 1% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Aave up 22%
Digitex Futures, up 16%
Jose Delbo is premiering new ethereum-backed artwork on MakersPlace.
The US Office of Foreign Assets Control said 4 Chinese nationals used crypto to launder drug money.
Colorado is throwing more support behind blockchain and crypto in an effort to develop a Web3 lottery system.
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7/19/2020 • 5 minutes, 30 seconds
"Court dates, Fraud and Jail time." July 18, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,169
Ethereum is up 0.5% at $235
and XRP is down 0.5 at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
iExec RLC up 30%
and Machine Xchange up 26%
Jack Abramoff has plead guilty to charges of conspiracy and violating the Lobbying Disclosure Act in the AML BitCoin scam.
Elliptic has said said 3 bitcoin from the twitter hack were sent to a likely wasabi wallet for mixing.
Canadian startup BlockCrushr Labs is taking ConsenSys to court over stolen trade secrets.
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7/18/2020 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Bank of Thailand actively using CBDC" July 17, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $9,153
Ethereum is up 0.5% at $233
and XRP is up 3% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Algorand up 32%
Aave up 20%
and Stellar up 17%
The US Department of Energy has awarded a $1 million grant to software company infoBeyond Technology.
The Bank of Thailand has confirmed that they are actively using their CBDC.
The Malaysian financial regulator has clarified that Binance is not authorized to operate in the country
Jae Woo Kim of New York was arrested on charges of defrauding investorsof more than $4.5 million.
Links:
U.S. officials award $1 million to company studying blockchain's use in power grid security - The Block
Binance is not authorized to operate in Malaysia, says the country's financial regulator - The Block
New Yok Man Charged With Wire Fraud In Alleged Multi-Million Dollar Cryptocurrency Investment Scheme | USAO-NDCA | Department of Justice
BOT cryptocurrency rolled out for businesses before public debut
NCLA Stands up for Bitcoin Investors in Suit Against IRS for Unlawful Seizure of Private Financial Data
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7/17/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Twitter hacked for Bitcoin scam" July 16, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $9,095
Ethereum is down 3% at $232
and XRP is down 4% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
IExec RLC, up 16%
Twitter was hacked yesterday via a coordinated social engineering attack for a Bitcoin scam.
The Samsung Galaxy smartphone now supports the stellar blockchain network.
Sorare has picked up $4 million in a seed round.
New Hampshire resident James Harper is suing the IRS for unlawful seizure of private financial data.
Links:
Samsung Galaxy smartphones now support Stellar blockchain - The Block
Twitter’s massive hack: What we know after Apple, Biden, Obama, Musk, and others tweeted a bitcoin scam - The Verge
Ethereum-based gaming startup Sorare raises $4 million in seed funding - The Block
Tax Day lawsuit alleges the IRS violated crypto holders' constitutional rights - The Block
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7/16/2020 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Japan Considering CBDC" - July 15, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Japan Considers CBDC
China to Test CBDC
Revolut Live in US Less and Except Tennessee
Links:
Japan Is Seriously Considering a Digital Yen: Report - CoinDesk
OKCoin Launches Its Own DeFi Price Oracle Based on Compound Tech
Revolut's Crypto Trading App Expands to 49 States Following Significant Delays
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7/15/2020 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"Bank of England Considering CBDC" - July 14, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bank of England Considering CBDC
Binance Card Debit Card Soon in Europe
Rich Dad Poor Dad Author Robert Kiyosaki Says Bitcoin Going to $75,000.00
Links:
Bank of England Considering a Central Bank Digital Currency, Governor Says - CoinDesk
Binance’s Swipe-Powered Crypto Debit Card Debuts in Europe
Rich Dad Poor Dad Author: ‘Gold Guys are Being Phased Out’
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7/14/2020 • 6 minutes, 30 seconds
"Singapore Considering Commercial Role for Ubin" - July 13, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Singapore Considering Commercial Role for Ubin
Clear Makes Roaming Data Easy for Three Giant Telecoms
Chinese Crazy for Filecoin
Links:
Singapore’s Central Bank Eyes Commercial Role for Its Blockchain Payments Tech - CoinDesk
Telefónica, Deutsche Telekom and Vodafone Use Blockchain for Roaming Settlement
Inside the Craze for Filecoin Crypto Mining in China - CoinDesk
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7/13/2020 • 7 minutes, 42 seconds
"Suits, Lawsuits, and Fraud" July 12, 2020
Blockchain and cryptocurrency news roundup
Bitcoin is up 1% at $9,261
Ethereum is up 1% at $240
and XRP is up 1% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Aave up 20%
Hyperion, up 15%
A New York appeals court rules against Bitfinex and Tether re: jurisdiction, and the legal standing of Tether.
Over half the PPP funds in the crypto sector went to development firms and financial services.
A securities regulator in Texas has accused a south african trading pool of fraud.
Canaan Creative was in the news this week for internal troubles.
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7/12/2020 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Scammers put blockchain projects at risk" July 11, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,220
Ethereum is down slightly at $239
and XRP is up 2% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Elrond, up 23%
Stellar, up 15%
Bitcoin Gold’s developer team is reporting that a 51% attack on the blockchain was unsuccessful.
Whale Alert has issued a new report that scammers have made $24 million in bitcoin in the first half of 2020.
Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen is apparently paying to install hundreds of security cameras across San Francisco.
Links:
Chasing Crypto Criminals. During the past two weeks we have been… | by Whale Alert | Jul, 2020 | Medium
Why Is a Tech Executive Installing Security Cameras Around San Francisco? - The New York Times
Attempted 51% Attack on Bitcoin Gold Was Thwarted, Developers Say - CoinDesk
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7/11/2020 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Coinbase Contemplates IPO " July 10, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 2% at $9,191
Ethereum is down 3% at $239
and XRP is down 5% at 20 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Elrond, up 22%
Stratis, up 17%
A Romanian man has pled guilty to charges connected to the BitClub Ponzi Scheme.
Coinbase has reportedly started preparations to go public as early as late this year.
A man in Pennsylvania has pled guilty to bank fraud after he falsely claimed to own Bitcoin.
Tether has blacklisted 39 ethereum addresses that collectively hold millions of dollars worth of USDT.
Links:
Tether has blacklisted 39 Ethereum addresses that hold millions of dollars worth of USDT - The Block
Exclusive: Crypto exchange Coinbase readies landmark stock market listing, sources say - Reuters
Report and Recommendations on Guilty Plea – #18 in United States v. Smail (N.D.W. Va., 2:20-cr-00002) – CourtListener.com
Romanian Programmer Admits that He Helped Create Bitclub Network, a Fraud Scheme Worth at Least $722 Million | USAO-NJ | Department of Justice
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7/10/2020 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Tricksters, Charity, and Cannabis" July 9, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $9,416
Ethereum is up slightly at $247
and XRP is up 5% at 21 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Stellar up 18%
DogeCoin, up 17%
Military officials in Venezuela have seized over 300 unregistered bitcoin miners.
The Children’s Heart Unit Fund has received $48k in cryptocurrency donations.
Chicago-based Ceres waits on SEC response.
Chinese police seized over $15 million in crypto from operators who sold counterfeit tokens in an arbitrage scam.
Links:
Ferrari, McLaren and $15M in Crypto Seized as Chinese Police Bust Arbitrage Scam - CoinDesk
Children's Heart Charity Receives $48K in Crypto Donations
Ceres SEC Filing
Venezuelan military officials seize 315 bitcoin miners - The Block
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7/9/2020 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Daimler AG Partners with Ocean Protocol for Data Mining" - July 8, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Daimler AG Partners with Ocean Protocol for Data Mining
DiDi to Trial Digital Yuan When Launched
Wintermute Receives $2.8 Million from Lightspeed Venture Partners
Links:
Mercedes-Benz Manufacturer Daimler to Collect Data Using Blockchain
Ride-Hailing Giant DiDi to Trial China's Central Bank Digital Currency - CoinDesk
Lightspeed Venture Invests $2.8M in Crypto Market Maker Wintermute - CoinDesk
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7/8/2020 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
"Binance Supports 15 More Fiat Currencies" - July 7, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Binance Supports 15 More Fiat Currencies
Binance Buys Swipe.io
Bitcoin Hash Rate Hits High
Links:
Binance Expands Fiat Gateway to Support 15 New National Currencies
Binance Acquires Crypto Debit Card Provider Swipe for Undisclosed Sum - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Hash Rate Hits Record Average High Defying BTC Price Bears
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7/7/2020 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Stay and Pay with Bitcoin" - July 6, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Stay and Pay with Bitcoin
Matthew Graham: Digital Yuan Aimed At Dollar
Brock Pierce Runs for President
Links:
Travala.com Lets Travelers Once Again Book Expedia Hotels in Crypto - CoinDesk
Expert: China's Digital Yuan Will Target the Dollar, Not Bitcoin
Brock Pierce Jumps Into 2020 US Presidential Election Last Minute
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7/6/2020 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"2020's Q2 sees $180 billion transacted on Bitcoin blockchain" July 5th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news brought to you by ungrocery.com
Bitcoin is down 0.5% at $9,038
Ethereum is down 0.5% at 225
and XRP is down 1% at 18 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
VeChain up 23%
BaFin had only one staff member at the financial reporting enforecement panel (FPREP) working on the Wirecard review for 2019.
Bitcoin’s price has been increasingly correlated with the S&P 500.
2020's Q2 sees $180 billion transacted on Bitcoin blockchain
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7/5/2020 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"Oxfam Ireland awarded grant for blockchain based aid project" July 4, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 0.5% at $9,066
Ethereum is down 0.5% at 225
and XRP is up slightly at 18 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ren up 17%
and Loopring up 15%
Jack Mallers has announced that his product Strike has entered beta.
Oxfam Ireland has received a one million euro grant to fund a blockchain aid distribution project.
Switzerland’s InCore Bank has added access for crypto exchange Kraken’s European clientele.
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7/4/2020 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"NYDIG raises $190 million for bitcoin fund" July 3, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $9,103
Ethereum is down 1% at 227
and XRP is up slightly at 18 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Maidsafe up 1%
and Kyber Network up 18%
New York Digital Investment Group raised 190 million for one of it’s bitcoin funds.
The European Innovation Council has awarded $5.5 million to six winners of the blockchains for social good program.
Alex Masmej is giving $ALEX token holders control of his life.
IOHK has launched a $20 million fund for ecosystem startups.
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7/3/2020 • 6 minutes
"Curv raises $23 million series A." July 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $9,197
Ethereum is up slightly at 228
and XRP is up slightly at 18 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Aave up 17%
and Kyber Network up 16%
The ZenGo wallet service discovered a double-spend vulnerability in its competitors wallets.
Crypto custodian Curv raised a 23 million dollar series A.
Lawyers in washington DC can now accept crypto as payment for services.
The UK high court of justice has ordered the exchange GPay to shutter.
Links:
A newly-disclosed flaw found in several popular Bitcoin wallets could let attackers trick users into thinking they got paid - The Block
Crypto custodian Curv raises $23 million in Series A funding - The Block
Acceptance of Cryptocurrency as Payment for Legal Fees
Online cryptocurrency trading platform shut down by courts - GOV.UK
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7/2/2020 • 4 minutes, 53 seconds
"Kirobo Lets Us Get a Do-Over" - July 1, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
NYDIG Banks $190 Million
Stefan Molyneux Banks $100K
Kirobo Lets Us Get a Do-Over
Links:
New York-Based Asset Manager Closes $190M Round for Bitcoin Institutional Fund - CoinDesk
Stefan Molyneux Gets $100K in Crypto Donations After YouTube Ban
Israeli Firm Develops Tech Allowing Crypto Users to Retrieve Funds Sent in Error - CoinDesk
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7/1/2020 • 5 minutes, 10 seconds
""UCSF Medical School Pays Ransomware Gang" - June 30, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
UCSF Medical School Pays Ransomware Gang
Bitcoin Up 27 Percent During 2020
US Senators Get Briefed Today on CBDC and Stablecoins
BoC Staff Report: Canada's CBDC to be Available and Assessable
Links:
Bitcoin Still Up 27% This Year Despite Dismal June Performance - CoinDesk
Witnesses Will Vouch for Stablecoins, Digital Dollars in US Senate Hearing Tuesday - CoinDesk
Canada's Digital Dollar Should Focus on Inclusion and Accessibility, Say Experts
California University Pays Million-Dollar Crypto Ransom
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6/30/2020 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Bitcoin Breaks Losing Streak" - June 29, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin Breaks Losing Streak
SEC, CFTC and Office of Controller of Currency Headed by Crypto-Friendly Folk?
South Korea Turns to Blockchain for Diabetes Data
Links:
Bitcoin Closes in the Green Sunday to End Longest Daily Losing Run in 6 Months - CoinDesk
Mapping the Future of the SEC (There's a Nonzero Chance Hester Peirce Takes Over) - CoinDesk
South Korean Government Turns to Blockchain Tech to More Securely Store Clinical Diabetes Data - CoinDesk
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6/29/2020 • 5 minutes, 36 seconds
"Canadian miner wants to use US electricity" June 28, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $9,047
Ethereum is down 3% $223
and XRP is down 2% at 18 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Haven Protocol up 20%
and Davinci Coin up 19%
Public Citizen is working to stop Canadian firm DMG Blockchain from using US electricity for mining efforts.
Sovrin cuts all staff.
The DOJ is indicting the founder of the anti-money laundering token AML-bitcoin for money laundering.
Links:
Consumer Watchdog Moves to Block Canadian Bitcoin Miner From US Power Grid - CoinDesk
Sovrin Foundation Sheds All Paid Staff in Tale of a Token Issuance Gone Wrong - CoinDesk
DOJ Indicts Founder of Anti-Money Laundering Bitcoin Project for Money Laundering - CoinDesk
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6/28/2020 • 5 minutes, 33 seconds
"Kadena open sources Covid-19 test tracker" June 27, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down slightly at $9,152
Ethereum is down slightly at $229
and XRP is down 2% at 18 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cortex up 27%
and Request Network, up 20%
The AVA blockchain project pulled in 12 million with a private token sale
Ebang’s Nasdaq listing went live yesterday
Australian Bitcoin goes postal.
Kadena open sources Covid-19 test tracker.
Links:
Blockchain project AVA raises $12 million in a private token sale - The Block
Blockchain Maker Kadena Announces App to Track Covid Tests, Token Listing on Bittrex Global
Shares of bitcoin miner maker Ebang slide after trading begins on Nasdaq - The Block
Australia Post Now Lets Customers Buy Bitcoin at Over 3,500 Outlets - CoinDesk
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6/27/2020 • 5 minutes, 33 seconds
"FC Barcelona issues fan tokens, Telegram faces SEC penalty" June 26, 2020
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,185
Ethereum is down 0.5% at $230
and XRP is up 1.5% at 18 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ark up 23%
and Reserve Rights, up 19%
The New York Department of Financial Services has issued a new three-strike rule for BitLicense applicants.
FC Barcelona fans quickly grabbed the 1.3 million dollars worth of tokens issued this week.
UK regulator suspends Wirecard's subsidiary that issues Visa crypto debit cards
Telegram is facing 18.5 million in penalties to end the token sale dispute with the SEC.
Links:
FC Barcelona's Token Sale Hit $1.3M Cap in Under 2 Hours - CoinDesk
Virtual Currency Businesses: Notice of Virtual Currency Business Activity License Application Procedures | Department of Financial Services
Requirements have been imposed on Wirecard’s authorisation | FCA
Telegram will pay $18.5m in penalties to end token sale dispute with the SEC - The Block
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6/26/2020 • 6 minutes
"Wirecard CEO arrested" June 25, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 2.5% at $9,219
Ethereum is down 3.5% at $232
and XRP is down 1.5% at 18 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Request Network, up 32%
and Quant Network up 25%
Former Wirecard CEO Markus Braun has been arrested.
PayPal and Venmo are planning to let users buy and sell crypto.
Brazil’s central bank has suspended WhatsApp’s payments service only a week after launch.
The final judgement has been handed down in the case between the SEC and Shopin
Links:
PayPal and Venmo are reportedly planning to let users buy and sell crypto - The Block
Eran Eyal and UnitedData, Inc. d/b/a/ "Shopin, " (Release No. LR-24842; Jun. 23, 2020)
Banco Central do Brasil
Wirecard’s Former Billionaire CEO Markus Braun Arrested Over Allegations Of Fraud
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6/25/2020 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Keycard Launched" - June 24, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Keycard Launched
Argo Doubles Mining Capacity for Zcash
Metaco Partners with Frankfurt School Blockchain Center
Links:
Argo Buys $500K-Worth of Zcash Miners as Bitcoin Revenue Shrivels - CoinDesk
Swiss Tech Firm Metaco Taps Blockchain Think Tank to Bolster Services - CoinDesk
Contactless NFC Hardware Wallet Authorizes Crypto Transactions With a Tap
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6/24/2020 • 5 minutes, 53 seconds
"KPMG Launches Chain Fusion" - June 23, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
KPMG Launches KPMG Chain Fusion
Cred Names De Lude CISO and Goldstein CTO
China Will Control All Citizen Spending with CBDC
Links:
'Big 4' Auditor KPMG Launches Crypto Asset Management Tools - CoinDesk
Cred Taps Former NSA, Western Union Bosses for Leadership Team - CoinDesk
China’s CBDC Adoption Plan Puts Domestic Monetary Control at Forefront
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6/23/2020 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"China CBDC Backend Development Complete" - June 22, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
China CBDC Backend Development Complete
CrossTower Raises Six Million Dollars
Securitize Japan Joins Japan Security Token Offering Association
Links:
Digital Yuan’s Backend Development Complete, Says Chinese Official
Securitize's Japan Subsidiary Becomes First International Firm to Join Self-Regulatory Group - CoinDesk
Crypto Trading Platform CrossTower Raises $6M in Seed Round - CoinDesk
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6/22/2020 • 5 minutes, 33 seconds
"Ethereum’s miners are increasing their gas limit by 25%" June 21st, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up .05% at $9,353
Ethereum is up .05% at $228
and XRP is up slightly at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
DaVinci Coin up 43%
and Haven Protocol up 35%
Economists at the New York Federal reserve called bitcoin just another type of fiat money in a blog post.
Ethereum’s miners are increasing their gas limit by 25%
Bitfinex has been granted just 2 out of 3 subpoenas while it looks for millions of dollars that went missing in 2018
Canada’s central bank is hiring for a CBDC project manager
Links:
Canada’s Central Bank Is Serious About Designing a CBDC, Job Posting Reveals - CoinDesk
Bitfinex Granted 2 of 3 Subpoenas in Hunt for Missing Millions - CoinDesk
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6/21/2020 • 6 minutes
"DOJ reports DEA failed to properly handle crypto investigations" June 20, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $9,306
Ethereum is down 1% at $228
and XRP is down 1% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ankr network up 22%
and Synthetix up 15%
The DOJ reports DEA failed to properly handle crypto investigations.
The national bank of cambodia reveals technical details around Project Bakong.
Researchers highlight a high severity vulnerability within the De-Fi wallet Argent.
Links:
US Drug Agency Failed to Properly Oversee Crypto Investigations: DOJ Report - CoinDesk
Argent Vulnerability – Technical Report – OpenZeppelin blog
Cambodia Plots Dollar-Free Future With Blockchain-Based Payments: White Paper - CoinDesk
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6/20/2020 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Wirecard CEO out. EY launches crypto tax app." June 19, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down slightly at $9,404
Ethereum is down 1% at $233
and XRP is down 1% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Elrond up 34%
Aave up 18%
and iExec RLC up 17%
CEO Markus Braun has resigned from Wirecard.
we.trade has laid off half its staff.
Earnst and Young has launched a crypto tax app.
Ebang has picked Nasdaq for its IPO — looking to raise more than 100 million.
Links:
Wirecard CEO quits after auditors can't find $2.1 billion
EY Launches Cryptocurrency Tax App | CPA Practice Advisor
Banks-owned blockchain trade finance startup We.trade cuts 50% of its staff - The Block
Bitcoin miner maker Ebang selects Nasdaq for its IPO, in which it plans to raise more than $100 million - The Block
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6/19/2020 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Troubles at Wirecard" June 18th, 2020
Bitcoin is down 1% at $9,426
Ethereum is down 0.05% $233
and XRP is down 3% at 19 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Elrond up 19%
and Baer Chain up 17%
Good Cycle behind $5 million transaction fees.
Trouble at Wirecard
The Austrian government will include blockchain tech in their contract tracing efforts.
Links:
News detail | Wirecard
The sender of $5 million Ethereum transaction fees has revealed itself - The Block
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6/18/2020 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Binance Expands to UK" - June 17, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Binance Expands to UK
ConsenSys Partners Announced
Stellar Votes
Links:
Binance to Launch UK Trading Platform for Institutional and Retail Investors
Stellar Proposes Changes Allowing Exchanges to Better Enforce Regulations - CoinDesk
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6/17/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"BitPay Card Launched" - June 16, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
BitPay Card Launched
TokenSoft and Signature Bank Partner on Security Tokens
Casa Has New Wallet
Links:
Tokensoft Teams With Signature Bank to Launch Real Estate Security Token Platform - CoinDesk
Casa Releases Self-Custody Bitcoin Wallet Focused on Privacy
BitPay Launches Prepaid Crypto Mastercard for US Customers - CoinDesk
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6/16/2020 • 5 minutes, 59 seconds
"Ledger Wallet Joins Universal Protocol Alliance" - June 15, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Ledger Wallet Joins Universal Protocol Alliance
Ziglu is Live
Links:
Hardware Wallet Maker Ledger Joins the Universal Protocol Alliance
Just-Launched Ziglu Wants to Make It Stupid Easy to Buy Crypto - CoinDesk
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6/15/2020 • 5 minutes, 59 seconds
"Valueless exchanges and wash trading" June 14th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,431
Ethereum is even at $236
and XRP is down slightly at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
QuantStamp up 47%
and Reddcoin up 15%
Bitcoin IRA is branching out to smaller accounts and decreasing minimum thresholds
Researchers examine the importance of transaction fees in "Revisiting Transactional Statistics of High-scalability Blockchain"
Vice reports on wash trading at Coinsquare
Links:
Free Transactions Invite Systemic Attacks on Blockchains, Researchers Find - CoinDesk
Cryptocurrency Exchange CEO Ordered Employees to Make Fake Trades, Leaked Documents Show - VICE
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6/14/2020 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Art as resistance" June 13, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 1% at $9,436
Ethereum is down 1% at $236
and XRP is down 1.5% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Verge up 29%
Siacoin up 15%
and Baer Chain up 15%
The New York Times has released details about its News Provenance Project.
Paul Le Roux has been sentenced to a prison term.
DADA art collective is exploring the intersection of protest and modern art on the blockchain.
Links:
Drug Dealer Just Sentenced to 25 Years Hoped to Build a Better Bitcoin Miner - CoinDesk
How an Art Collective Is Using Blockchain to Protest Police Brutality - CoinDesk
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6/13/2020 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Pentagon's Bitcoin war games" June 12th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 2% at $9,455
Ethereum is down 2% at $236
and XRP is down 1.5% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Monero Classic up 19%
and Aave up 15%
The US Department of defense has run war game scenarios based on Gen Z using bitcoin to undermine and evade the establishment.
Gemini has hired former singapore based Goldman Exec. Jeremy Ng to help with Asia expansion.
Ontario securities commission has released its report for QuadrigaCX: Ponzi scheme.
Vanguard and Symbiont announce initial phase of a pilot program looking at the digitization of asset-backed securities.
Links:
Vanguard Advances Blockchain Technology Pilot To Streamline Asset-Backed Securities Markets | State | dailyamerican.com
Ontario securities regulator publishes investigative report on crypto exchange QuadrigaCX - The Block
Pentagon Documents Reveal The U.S. Has Planned For A Bitcoin Rebellion
Gemini hires former Goldman Sachs exec for Asia expansion, plans to get licensed in Singapore - The Block
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6/12/2020 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
"Censorship resistant blogs, high fee transactions on ETH blockchain" June 11, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 2% at $9,542
Ethereum is down 2% at $239
and XRP is down 3.5% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Horizon up 27%
and Digibyte up 15%
A series of transactions have caught the attention of the crypto world
Three Arrows Capital has become the first qualified investor to hold more than 5% of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust shares.
Microsoft has released a beta version of its decentralized identity tool on the bitcoin blockchain.
Unstoppable domains has launched censorship resistant blogging capabilities.
Links:
Crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital now holds 6.26% of GBTC shares, worth nearly $259 million - The Block
A bug? Another mysterious Ethereum transaction took place with $2.6 million in fees - The Block
Microsoft releases a beta version of its decentralized identity tool on the Bitcoin blockchain - The Block
Unstoppable Domains Taps IPFS for Censorship-Resistant Blogging Platform - CoinDesk
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6/11/2020 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
"Bitmain Power Struggle Continues" June 10, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9751
Ethereum is up slightly $244
XRP is up slightly at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours
Bolt up 97%
Maker up 22%
Kyber Network up 24%
Bitmain power struggle continues.
Elrond challenges users to 'break it's blockchain' issues 60k bounty.
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6/10/2020 • 5 minutes, 20 seconds
"Bitcoin Billionaires to be Movie" - June 9, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin Billionaires to be Movie
Willy Woo Throws Down
Lithuania One Month from CBDC
Links:
Stampede Ventures Winklevoss Twins Ben Mezrich Bitcoin Billionaires – Deadline
A Luxury Yacht or a Snickers? Bitcoin Beats Gold in New $1 Comparison
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Lithuania Is Trialing a CBDC No One Can Use – And That’s by Design - CoinDesk
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6/9/2020 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
"Crypto Is Political: Charles Hoskinson" - June 8, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
"Crypto is Political:" Charles Hoskinson
China Zheshang Bank Issues Commercial Paper on Blockshain Worth $16.9 Billion Dollars
Russian Crypto Miners Stole $6.6 Million Dollars of Electricity
Links:
Chinese Bank Issues Commercial Paper Worth $16.9 Billion on Blockchain
Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson Calls Crypto a 'Political Movement’
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6/8/2020 • 6 minutes
"Bitcoin Multi-Sig Wallets Big" - June 7, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin Multi-Sig Wallets Big
Suzhou Sees Blockchain-based Notary Service
CypherTrace Reports Crypto Crime
Links:
6M Bitcoin Are Secured by Shared Custody
This Chinese City Is Launching a Blockchain Notary Program — Suzhou
Crypto Crime on the Rise — Good Odds of 2020 Becoming a Record-Breaker
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6/7/2020 • 6 minutes, 53 seconds
"Regulators in New York and France to create innovation corridor" June 6th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,684
Ethereum is up slightly at $243
and XRP is up slightly at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Zilqua up 16%
Verge up 17%
Coinbase is looking to sell blockchain analytics software to the DEA and the IRS.
The SEC is filing charges in salt lake city against three leaders of the Modern Money Team cryptocurrency MLM
Robinhood users are buying US blockchain ETFs and it’s pushing the number of holders to 2020 highs
Regulators in New York and France to create innovation corridor
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6/6/2020 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"Japan's biggest banks survey digital payment system" June 5th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,662
Ethereum is down slightly at $242
and XRP is down .05% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Wax up 71%
Swissborg up 17%
Wasabi Wallet is drawing Europol’s attention for facilitating dark web transactions.
The OCC seeks feedback from the public on digital activities of national banks and federal savings associations
Bitcoin Core researcher Gleb Naumenko gets 100k grant from Bitmex's parent company.
3 of Japan’s biggest banks are joining a study group that’s investigating a digital payment system
Links:
Bitcoin mixer Wasabi Wallet under Europol's lens for facilitating dark web transactions - The Block
Japan to look at building a common infrastructure for digital payments - Reuters
BitMEX parent offers $100K grant to Bitcoin Core researcher Gleb Naumenko - The Block
U.S. regulator seeks public input as it reviews crypto, DLT activities in the banking sector - The Block
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6/5/2020 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"Coinbase has cut rewards for holding the USDC stable coin by 90%" June 4, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,617
Ethereum is up 2% at $242
and XRP is up .05% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
HedgeTrade up 32%
Loopring up 15%
US Securities and Exchange Commissioner Hester Peirce has been nominated for another term by the White House
Coinbase has cut rewards for holding the USDC stable coin by 90%.
Coincheck, the Japanese exchange has fallen victim to a data breach.
The OOC, a nonprofit working on offshore energy, has found a blockchain management system that reduces costs and time for transporting wastewater.
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6/4/2020 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Bitcoin Mining Disguised as Burial Mounds" - June 3, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin Mining Disguised as Burial Mounds
Hard Fork for Ethereum Classic
Retire on Bitcoin?
Links:
Chinese Police Find Secret Bitcoin Mining Operation in Suspected Tombs
Hard Fork Sets Stage for Ethereum Classic's Second Major Departure From Ethereum - CoinDesk
Generational Shift to Open $28 Trillion Retirement Market to Crypto
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6/3/2020 • 5 minutes, 11 seconds
"Five Million Dollar Bounty on Head of Petro" - June 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Five Million Dollar Bounty on Head of Petro
Bitcoin Miners Selling More than Mining
ZRX Up Sixty-Seven Percent: Top Token iin May
Links:
US Government Puts Out $5 Million Bounty for Petro Supervisor
Miners Have Been Selling More Bitcoin Than They Generate, Recent Data Suggests
First Mover: 0x's ZRX Token Surged 67% in May to Become Month's Top Performer - CoinDesk
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6/2/2020 • 5 minutes, 30 seconds
"JP Morgan Chase Will Pay Crypto Customers" - June 1, 2020
JP Morgan Chase Will Pay Crypto Customers
Amazon Patents DLT-Based Authenticity Certification
Links:
Chase Bank to Refund 95% of $2.5M It Allegedly Overcharged Crypto Buyers - CoinDesk
Amazon Patents Blockchain-Based Product Authenticator - CoinDesk
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6/1/2020 • 5 minutes, 36 seconds
"Cardano announces Shelley update" May 31, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,571
Ethereum is up half a percent at $238
and XRP is up 3% at 21 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cardano up 18%
Vechain up 15%
Cardano announces Shelley update.
The number of blockchain investment deals has declined for seven consecutive months.
A JP Morgan strategist is saying that Bitcoin’s market price is now in line with its intrinsic value price.
Polkadot’s blockchain mainnet went live this week.
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5/31/2020 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"Amazon patents a DLT system for proving the authenticity of consumer goods" May 30, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $9,550
Ethereum is up 8% at $236
and XRP is up 3.5% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Maker up 48%
Aave up 20%
Amazon has patented a DLT system for proving the authenticity of consumer goods
San Francisco based Magic lands $4 million in funding.
The digital dollar project has issued a white paper calling for a US central bank digital currency.
Links:
Digital Dollar Project Calls for 2-Tiered Distribution System in First White Paper for US CBDC - CoinDesk
'Passwordless Login' Startup Magic Raises $4M From Naval Ravikant, Placeholder - CoinDesk
Amazon Patents Blockchain-Based Product Authenticator - CoinDesk
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5/30/2020 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"VeChain to deploy DLT for BAYER" May 29, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down half a percent at $9,375
Ethereum is up 4% at $218
and XRP is down slightly at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bancor up 29%
Storm up 17%
VeChain is working on a drug tracing platform for Bayer.
Floating Point Group has closed a $2 million seed round.
Kingdom Trust will launch the Kingdom Trust Choice platform with a unified retirement account.
The Stellar foundations development fund has loaned the firm SatoshiPay half a million
Links:
VeChain to Develop Drug-Tracing Platform for Pharma Giant Bayer - CoinDesk
Crypto trading platform closes $2 million seed round backed by Naval Ravikant, AngelList - The Block
Stellar Throws SatoshiPay a $550K Lifeline After Coronavirus Knocks Out Series A - CoinDesk
Floating Point Group, An MIT Crypto Fintech Startup, Modernizes Digital Currency Trading
Kingdom Trust Rolls Out An IRA That Can Hold Any Asset
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5/29/2020 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"New Bitcoin hedge fund in Hong Kong. Goldman Sachs says Bitcoin is "not an asset class" May 28, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 3% at $9,438
Ethereum is up 2% at $210
and XRP is down slightly at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Monero Classic up 64%
Thunder Token up 17%
Gemini has partnered with samsung on the samsung blockchain wallet.
A new actively managed bitcoin hedge fund announced by MaiCapital in Hong Kong.
Coinbase has acquired Tagomi.
Goldman Sachs says Bitcoin is “not an asset class"
Links:
A new actively managed bitcoin hedge fund gets launched in Hong Kong - The Block
Goldman Sachs: Cryptocurrencies 'Are Not an Asset Class' - CoinDesk
Gemini First US Exchange to Integrate With Samsung's Blockchain Wallet - CoinDesk
Coinbase shakes up the crypto prime broker race with its acquisition of Tagomi - The Block
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5/28/2020 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"Google signs on as Theta validator, Facebook rebrands Calibra" May 27th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 4% at $9,148
Ethereum is up 2.5% at $206
and XRP is up 2.5% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Theta Token up 20%
Maidsafe up 15%
and Quant Network up 15%
Bitfury has announced an investor program for mining farms aimed at institutional investors.
Facebook’s Calibra, the digital wallet subsidiary built for Libra is getting a re-brand.
Google has signed on as a network validator for the blockchain video network Theta.
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5/27/2020 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Thailand announces energy partnership. Craig Wright is wrong again." May 26, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at 8,857
Ethereum is down half a % at $202
and XRP is up slightly at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Theta Token up 26%
and Metic Network up 15%
CoinDCX picks up $2.5 million from Coinbase Ventures and Polychain Capital.
Tencent will invest $70 billion into new tech to move past the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Thailand announced the Thai Digital Energy Development, a public-private venture with Power Ledger.
Craig Wright claims to own bitcoin addresses, those addresses send a message back.
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5/26/2020 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"Goldman to hold call on crisis, crypto, and inflation." May 25th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 4% at 8,757
Ethereum is down 2% at $202
and XRP is down 3% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Zillqua up 22%
and Grin up 22%
Goldman Sachs is holding a call this week on the current crisis, state of crypto and inflation.
The World Economic Forum set out its Presido Principles with a “Blockchain Bill of Rights". With signatories from Colombia, Deloitte, and ConsenSys.
Samsung is pre-installing Theta(.)tv into all new Galaxy s20 smartphones.
A member of China’s parliament has suggested setting up a national blockchain development fund.
Links:
Goldman Sachs Is Hosting A Client Call About Bitcoin, Gold and Inflation
A member of China's parliament suggests setting up national blockchain development fund - The Block
Samsung to Add Crypto-Powered Streaming Service to 75 Million Devices
Colombia, Deloitte, ConsenSys Sign On to WEF's 'Blockchain Bill of Rights' - CoinDesk
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5/25/2020 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Sunday News Roundup" May 24, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at 9,129
Ethereum is up slightly at $206
and XRP is up slightly at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Theta token up 19%
Electroneum up 18%
and Digibyte up 16%
The Litecoin foundation and Atari have formed a new partnernership.
Iranian president Hassan Rouhani has calls on the government for a renewed national approach to crypto.
Canaan reported a net loss of $5.6 million for the first quarter of 2020.
FTX(.)us went live at the end of this week.
Links:
FTX.US goes live, CEO says the crypto exchange has 'tons of liquidity' to offer - The Block
Iranian President Calls for National Crypto Mining Strategy - CoinDesk
Litecoin and Atari team up in anticipation of the Atari Token's launch - The Block
Canaan Reports $5.6M Loss in Q1 Despite Bitcoin Miner Price Cut - CoinDesk
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5/24/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Advisors propose regional digital currency for China, Hong Kong, Korea, & Japan" May 23rd, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down slightly at 9,159
Ethereum is up 2% at $206
and XRP is down 1% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Horizon up 20%
Ardor up 17%
and OmiseGo up 15%
Chinese political advisors have proposed a regional digital currency.
Louisiana is set to consider a bill to regulate and license virtual currency businesses.
JP Morgan is taking the stance that Central bank digital currencies could undermine the U.S. dollar's dominance
Links:
Chinese Government Advisers Propose Regional Stablecoin for 4 Asian Countries - CoinDesk
Louisiana State Senate to Consider Crypto Business Licensing Bill - CoinDesk
JPMorgan Says Central Bank Digital FX a Danger to U.S. Power - Bloomberg
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5/23/2020 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Bill for US blockchain strategy introduced" May 22, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 2% at 9,167
Ethereum is down 1.5% at $203
and XRP is up 1% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
OmiseGo up 31%
Unibright up 19%
and Electroneum up 17%
Binance is piecing together a blockchain friendly travel agency.
Crypto-friendly IBM takes a 7% stake in the blockchain network We.Trade.
Coinbase Custody has added staking support for Cosmos and Algorand.
A Kentucky representative makes a first step in calling for a national blockchain strategy.
Links:
Binance aims to create one of the world's largest blockchain-based travel agencies - The Block
House Bill Outlines Path to US National Blockchain Strategy - CoinDesk
IBM Takes 7% Stake in Trade-Finance Blockchain Network We.Trade - CoinDesk
Coinbase Custody launches staking for Cosmos - The Coinbase Blog
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5/22/2020 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Bitcoin from 2009 moved" May 21, 2020
It’s 8:00 Eastern, May 21st and this is your Daily Crypto Report.
Bitcoin is down 4% at 9,366
Ethereum is down 3% at $207
and XRP is down 3% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Wax up 35%
Theta token up 22%
and Eldrond up 17%
Todays headlines:
Yesterday someone moved a set of Bitcoins that were mined in February of 2009.
France’s central bank Society Generale says they have successfully completed the first test of their blockchain based digital currency.
Square’s Cash App now allows for automatic Bitcoin purchases with an auto-invest feature.
Blockchain(.)com has announced it plans to feature interest-bearing accounts that will let users earn up to 4.5% annual interest
Links:
Square's Cash App now allows automatic bitcoin purchases - The Block
Blockchain to launch interest-bearing accounts with initial support for bitcoin - The Block
Someone just moved a block of bitcoins first mined in February 2009 - The Block
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5/21/2020 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"JP Morgan Chase Banks Coinbase and Gemini" - May 20, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
JP Morgan Chase Banks Coinbase and Gemini
Former Top Lawyer agt Coinbase Becoming Acting Comptroller of the Currency
Hacker Detained
Links:
'The Tables Have Turned' Binance Exec Says of JPMorgan's Support for Crypto Firms
A Former Coinbase Lawyer Is About to Become Acting Head of US Bank Regulator - CoinDesk
Ukraine Arrests Hacker Accused of Selling Personal Data, Crypto Wallet Info - CoinDesk
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5/20/2020 • 6 minutes, 27 seconds
"California Giant Berry on the Chain" - May 19, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
California Giant Berry on the Chain
Bank of Korea Releases CBDC Report
EU Supercomputers Hacked to Mine Monero
Links:
California Giant Berry Farms Joins IBM Food Trust Blockchain Tracking System
Advances in Blockchain Drives Banks Toward Digital Currencies, Says Bank of Korea
EU Supercomputers Hijacked From COVID-19 Research to Mine Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
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5/19/2020 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"Fed Floods Economy With Money" - May 18, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Fed Floods Economy With Money
Bakkt Taps Marsh for Insurance
Links:
Fed Chair: ‘We Have the Ability to Create Money Digitally’
Bakkt Announces New Insurance Coverage, Claims More Than 70 Custody Clients - CoinDesk
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5/18/2020 • 5 minutes, 56 seconds
"JK Rowling unimpressed by the magic of Bitcoin" May 17, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2% at 9,650
Ethereum is up slightly at $202
and XRP is up 1% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Travala(.)com up 79%
and Quant Netork up 26%
Crypto(.)com has dropped its MCO visa card to the european market
JK Rowling asked Twitter for an explanation of Bitcoin. The replies were varied and less than magical, leaving her unimpressed.
Elliptic has released a report saying that illicit Bitcoin activities have remained below 1% for the past few years.
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5/17/2020 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Australian woman charged for allegedly illegally exchanging Bitcoin" May 16, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 1% at 9,405
Ethereum is up .05% at $200
and XRP is down .05% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Electroneum up 75%
Celer Network up 24%
Digibyte up 17%
The Celo Foundation had a Celo Gold token sale on Coinlist at the end of this week raising $10 million.
An Australian woman was charged for allegedly illegally exchanging Bitcoin.
CoinMarketCap has updated its calculations for ranking exchanges moving Binance to the number one position.
Links:
CoinMarketCap updates exchange ranking system to include Web traffic, Binance now ranks first - The Block
Celo raises $10 million in a token sale on CoinList in less than a day - The Block
Woman charged over 'Australian first' Bitcoin cybercrime
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5/16/2020 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"First state-owned entity joins Libra ranks" May 15, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down slightly at 9,542
Ethereum is down 1% at $200
and XRP is down .05% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
OmiseGo up 33%
Singapore sovereign wealth investment giant Temasek joins Libra along with VC firms Slow Ventures and Paradigm.
Investors are considering suing Telegram after it pulled the plug on the TON
Visa is trying to lock down a patent for digital fiat currency.
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5/15/2020 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"New $140m Bitcoin fund, bitcoin/S&P 500 correlation drops." May 14, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 6.5% at 9,662
Ethereum is up 4.5% at $202
and XRP is up 2% at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Crypterium up 30%
Matic network, up 20%
Reddcoin up 16%
The New York Digital Investment Group discloses an unknown 140 million bitcoin fund.
The correlation between Bitcoin and the S&P 500 has reached a 2 month low
Reddit is beta testing two ethereum-based tokens for users to collect rewards.
After the halving shakeup in the mining sector Lubian is now the 6th largest mining pool.
Links:
Firm With Ties To Former ‘Sheriff Of Wall Street’ Discloses $140 Million Bitcoin Fund
Bitcoin's correlation to stocks has declined significantly - The Block
Reddit Rolls Out 'Community Points' on Ethereum to Incentivize Positive Behavior - CoinDesk
Little-known Lubian is now one of bitcoin's biggest mining pools - The Block
Visa is seeking a patent for 'digital fiat currency' – and the filing points to a central bank use case - The Block
First State-Owned Entity Joins Libra Association - CoinDesk
Aggrieved Investors Mull Suing Telegram Over Canceled TON Blockchain Project - CoinDesk
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5/14/2020 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
"IRS Seeks Help on Crypto" - May 13, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
IFS Seeks Help on Crypto
TON is Dead
Bank of England: No Compromise on CBDC
Links:
IRS Seeks Third-Party Contractors to Help With Taxpayers’ Crypto Calculations
Telegram Abandons TON Blockchain Project After Court Fight With SEC - CoinDesk
Bank of England: No Compromise on Our Principles for Any Future CBDC - CoinDesk
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5/13/2020 • 6 minutes, 54 seconds
"Larry Summers is Not Your Friend" - May 12, 2020
Today's Blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Larry Summers is Not Your Friend
CoinTelegraph: Tether # 2 by Market Capitalization
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5/12/2020 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"NK Hackers Target SK, US" - May 11, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
NK Hackers Target SK, US
SEBA Bank AG Offers Private Label Tokens
Links:
North Korean Hackers Ramp Up Efforts to Steal Crypto Amid Coronavirus Pandemic - CoinDesk
Crypto Native SEBA Bank Offers Asset Tokenization Service With TokenSoft Tie-Up - CoinDesk
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5/11/2020 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"Bitcoin tumbles ahead of the halving" May 10, 2020
Bitcoin is down 9.5% at $8,738
Ethereum is down 10% at $189
and XRP is down 10% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Unibright, up 31%
Bitcoin tumbled 15% yesterday breaking it’s month long increase streak
Consensus Distributed begins tomorrow and runs all week.
Swiss crypto broker Bitcoin Suisse is looking to raise a series A at 283 million pre-money valuation.
New Zealand’s monetary authority is looking for a head of money and cash.
Links:
Bitcoin price tanks by 15% in 10 minutes causing $226M of liquidations on BitMEX - The Block
Swiss crypto broker Bitcoin Suisse is raising Series A at over $280 million pre-money valuation - The Block
Head of Money and Cash - Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Consensus 2020 - CoinDesk
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5/10/2020 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"Positive legislation, and Google policing services" May 9th, 2020
Today's blockchain and crypto headlines
Bitcoin is down 2% at 9,623
Ethereum is up slightly at $209
and XRP is up 1.5% at 22 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
0x, up 32%
Augur up 24%
and Basic Attention Token up 20%
Google has policed another round of Chrome extensions that were impersonating crypto wallet services
Bitcoin miners brought home $412 million in April.
A bill is advancing through the california legislature and would limit which digital assets are called securities.
Binance's CZ addresses the location of Binance HQ at the ConsenSys Ethereal Summit
Links:
Google takes down 22 more extensions that were impersonating popular crypto wallets - The Block
Bitcoin miners made $412.5 million in revenue during April, new data indicates - The Block
Bill Text - AB-691 Revised Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act.
Binance Doesn’t Have a Headquarters Because Bitcoin Doesn’t, Says CEO - CoinDesk
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5/9/2020 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Square sees big profits from Q1 BTC interest" May 8, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 6% at 9,902
Ethereum is up 2.5% at $211
and XRP is up slightly at 21 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
0x up 28%
and ABBC coin up 16%
Jack Dorsey’s longterm play with Square is paying dividends after Cash App broke its records for bitcoin sales volume in a quarter.
The stellar development foundation invested 5 million in wallet provider Abra
The UFC is partnering with blockchain startup Chiliz to increase fan engagement.
Zoom has acquired Keybase as they rush to enhance video platform privacy.
Links:
Square's Cash App shattered its quarterly bitcoin sales volume record in Q1 2020 - The Block
Stellar Development Foundation invests $5 million in crypto wallet provider Abra - The Block
UFC AND CHILIZ ANNOUNCE GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP | UFC
Zoom Acquires Keybase and Announces Goal of Developing the Most Broadly Used Enterprise End-to-End Encryption Offering Nasdaq:ZM
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5/8/2020 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Mining news and Libra's first CEO" May 7th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 0.5% at 9,302
Ethereum is down 1.5% at $204
and XRP is down 3% at 21 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Hyperion up 20%
0x up 19%
and Status up 19%
VBit picked up 1.1 million in a fund raise to open a new 200mw bitcoin mining facility in Canada.
Ukraine’s state-owned nuclear energy subsidiary Energoatom has been advised to mine crypto with their nuclear power plants.
The New York Department of Financial Services has granted ErisX a bitlicense—the first of the year.
The Libra association has named their first CEO: Former HSBC Chief Legal officer Stuart Levey.
Links:
DFS Grants Virtual Currency and Money Transmitter Licenses to Eris Clearing, LLC | Department of Financial Services
Libra Association names HSBC chief legal officer Stuart Levey as CEO - The Block
Bitcoin mining firm VBit raises $1.1 million to open a new facility in Canada - The Block
Ukraine Considers Using Nuclear Plants for Cryptocurrency Mining
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5/7/2020 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
"Gold-Backed Digital Yuan? - May 6, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Gold-Backed Digital Yuan?
ETH2.0
Dutch Central Bank: Crypto Must Register by May 18
Ripple Now ISO20022 Member
Links:
Ethereum Scaling and Gas-Free Transactions Arrive
Ripple Joins ISO Global Standards Body on Cross-Border Payments
Escobar: Get Ready For The Next Game-Changer - The Gold-Backed Digital Yuan | Zero Hedge
Dutch Central Bank Gives Crypto Firms Ultimatum to Register
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5/6/2020 • 6 minutes, 42 seconds
"Warren Buffett: Bitcoin Going Down" - May 5, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Warren Buffett: Bitcoin Going Down
Telegram Paying Investors with Cash
Ripple and Garlinghouse Hit with Suit
Links:
Warren Buffett Expects Market Doom That Can Take Down Bitcoin With It
Telegram Withdraws Offer to Repay Investors With Gram Tokens - CoinDesk
Ripple Hit With Another Lawsuit Alleging XRP Security Laws Violations
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5/5/2020 • 6 minutes
"Max Raskin: No to US Fed CBDC" - May 4, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Max Raskin: No to US Fed CBDC
VeChain, MasterCard and Alipay Back APAC Provenance Council
Devs at Ghost Foil Mining Hack
Links:
VeChain, Mastercard and Alipay Join Australia-China Supply Chain Consortium
Devs at Blogging Platform Ghost Take Down Crypto-Mining Malware Attack
Digital Dollars Give the State Too Much Control Over Money - CoinDesk
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5/4/2020 • 7 minutes, 12 seconds
"White hat hackers, and subpoena treasure maps" May 3, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 2% at $9,037
Ethereum is up half a percent at $213
and XRP is up 1.5% at 22 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dent up 28%
Lambda up 22%
and Holo up 17%
The US Department of Justice is trying to find customers impacted by the closure of a small crypto exchange called CoinGather.
A white hat hacker from Intezer made a great discovery this week when digging around in the code of Blockfolio.
Bitfinex is having a fresh go finding out where Crypto Capital stored their funds.
CasperLabs is integrating with Chainlink’s decentralized oracle network.
Links:
CasperLabs Integrating Chainlink For Stable, Fiat Denominated Transaction Fees
U.S. Department of Justice seeks claimants to funds seized from crypto exchange in 2018 - The Block
Blockfolio Quietly Patches Years-Old Security Hole That Exposed Source Code - CoinDesk
Bitfinex, Tether Seek Subpoenas Across US in Hunt for Missing $800M - CoinDesk
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5/3/2020 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Block.one aims to save social" May 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $8,871
Ethereum is down slightly at $213
and XRP is up slightly at 22 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Kleros 15%
and Digix Gold Token up 15%
Block.one has been awarded a patent that aims to encourage positive feedback on social media.
Bitmain is back in the news this week after the Beijing Haidian Justice Bureau sided co-founder Micree Zhan
Jefferies’ head of equity strategy Chris Wood suggested investors should buy bitcoin ahead of the halving
Links:
Buy some bitcoin ahead of the halving, says Jefferies' head of equity strategy in new note - The Block
Local government sides with Bitmain co-founder Micree Zhan in a dispute over his former position - The Block
Blockstack's revenue declined 37% last year, due to lower Stacks token sales - The Block
Block.one social patent
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5/2/2020 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"a16z launches Crypto Fund II" May 1, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 3% 8,980
Ethereum is up 3% at $214
and XRP is up 3% at 22 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Power Ledger up 37%
Bytecoin up 36%
and Hedra Hashgraph up 15%
MMC ventures points to equity funding as the area to be optimistic about within the UKs blockchain ecosystem.
Ripple has released their Q1 numbers showing their lowest ever XRP sales.
Fireblocks is reporting they’ve conducted $30 billion in digital asset transfers to date.
a16z raises $515m for their Crypto Fund II.
Links:
Ripple posts its lowest ever XRP sales in Q1 2020 - The Block
MMC Ventures report
Fireblocks crosses $30 billion in digital asset transfers, expands in Asia - The Block
Crypto Fund II - Andreessen Horowitz
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5/1/2020 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Tencent launches accelerator" April 30th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 8% 8,880
Ethereum is up 1% at $212
and XRP is down 2% at 21 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Siacoin up 28%
Electroneum up 15%
and CyberVein up 19%
Telegram is bowing to the wishes of the court ruling that it cannot launch its blockchain or issue gram tokens until its SEC case is resolved.
Tencent has debuted a blockchain accelerator called Tencent Industrial Accelerator.
During the price rally yesterday, Coinbase had some major connectivity issues and outages
Links:
Chinese tech giant Tencent launches blockchain accelerator program - The Block
Telegram now delays launch of its blockchain by one more year, ready to return investor money - The Block
Coinbase Suffers Temporary Outage as Bitcoin Soars as High as $8,900 - CoinDesk
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4/30/2020 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
"TON at App Store and Google Play Soon" - April 29, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
TON at App Store and Google Play Soon
Caitlin Long: "Hey Crypto, Don't Fudge and Do Debt Like Fiat"
Nasdaq Partners with R3 and Integrates Corda
Links:
Telegram’s Blockchain OS Could Soon Appear in App Stores
Crypto Bank Pioneer Wants Greater Transparency Across the Industry
Nasdaq Is Using R3’s Corda for Managing Digital Assets - CoinDesk
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4/29/2020 • 7 minutes, 3 seconds
"WEF Report: Blockchain Can Fix It!" - April 28, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
"WEF Report: Blockchain Can Fit It!"
Links:
World Economic Forum Looks to Blockchain to Restart Global Economy
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4/28/2020 • 5 minutes, 18 seconds
"China Launches BSN" - April 27, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
China Launches BSN
Ether Soaring YTD
Links:
China Launches Blockchain-Based Service Network for Global Commercial Use
First Mover: Ether Trounces Bitcoin as Network See Surge in Stablecoins - CoinDesk
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4/27/2020 • 6 minutes
"Blockchain and crypto post Covid-19" April 26th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 1% 7,650
Ethereum is up 1% at $196
and XRP is up slightly at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Hive up 81%
Digibyte up 25%
and Kyber Network up 24%
The Dole food company released a 5 year blockchain plan for stronger food safety aiming to advance traceability solutions.
BoostVC the crypto-friendly silicon Valley-based startup accelerator has closed a new $40 million fund.
Crypto-friendly New York based bank Signature Bank saw their net income decline by 30% in the first quarter of 2020.
Bank of International Settlements official Benoît Cœuré says the recent crisis puts central bank digital currency into even sharper focus.
Links:
Dole Plans Blockchain Food Tracing Overhaul by 2025 - CoinDesk
Startup accelerator BoostVC closes $40 million fund - The Block
Coronavirus crisis puts central bank digital currency 'into sharper focus': BIS official - The Block
Crypto-friendly Signature Bank's net income falls 30% in Q1 2020 - The Block
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4/26/2020 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"Breaches, IPOs, and lawsuits" April 25, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 0.5% 7,544
Ethereum is up 3.5% at $193
and XRP is down slightly at 19 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Hive up 32%
and Flexacoin up 15%
Ebang, one of the leading ASIC chips designers and has just formally filed for an IPO in the U.S.
Cryptocurrency custody services provider Etana Custody reported that a data security breach occured last week.
The SEC filed a lawsuit against the founders of california based Dropil alleging a fraudulent and unregistered ICO.
Links:
SEC files suit against founders of Dropil for 'fraudulent and unregistered' ICO - The Block
Etana, a fiat funding provider for Kraken, reports data security breach - The Block
Ebang files F-1 for IPO
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4/25/2020 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Crypto and mobile money in Africa" April 24, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 4% 7,466
Ethereum is up .5% at $185
and XRP is up 1.5% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Digibyte up 22%
Hive up 41%
and Aave up 15%
Binance has released a new social payments app in Africa called Bundle.
Mcdonalds, Starbucks, and Subway are piloting China’s CBDC in a promotional pilot in the Xiong New Area.
Coinlist moved into the Defi market this week.
Coinbase has launched a decentralized price oracle.
Links:
McDonalds, Subway, Starbucks Pilot CBDC
Binance launches social payments app 'Bundle' in Africa - The Block
Jack Dorsey-backed token listing platform CoinList expands to DeFi - The Block
Coinbase launches a price oracle as it widens its focus on DeFi space - The Block
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4/24/2020 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"Returns, lawsuits, and an end to world hunger" April 23, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 2.5% 7,147
Ethereum is up 5% at $184
and XRP is up 2% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bytecoin up 36%
Stellar up 15%
and Unibright up 17%
The dForce attacker returned all of the stolen funds to the DeFi project.
Ripple filed a lawsuit agains Youtube for the video platform failing to stop XRP Giveaway scams
Libra has added Hiefer International, a nonprofit working to end world hunger and poverty, as their 23rd member.
Links:
Ripple sues YouTube over videos that used CEO Brad Garlinghouse's image in crypto XRP scams | Fortune
dForce attacker returns all $25M stolen funds back to the DeFi project - The Block
Libra Association adds nonprofit aimed at ending world hunger as latest member - The Block
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4/23/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Gemini Exchange Now SOC Type 1 Certified" - April 22, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Gemini Exchange Now SOC Type 1 Certified
Power Ledger Inks PV Trading Deal
Dutch Central Bank Wants CBDC Trial
Links:
Winklevoss' Gemini Cryptocurrency Exchange Scores Another Security Qualification
Power Ledger Rolls Out Blockchain-Based Solar Energy Trading in Western Australia
Dutch Central Bank Wants to Be European Union's CBDC Proving Ground - CoinDesk
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4/22/2020 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Blockchain Association Files for Kik" - April 21, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Blockchain Association Files for Kik
Food and Clothing Top Crypto Purchases
ConSenSys Fires Ninety
Links:
Blockchain Association Weighs In on SEC Case Against Kik’s ICO
People Spend More Crypto on Food and Clothing Than on Illegal Drugs
New Layoffs Hit Ethereum Incubator ConsenSys - CoinDesk
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4/21/2020 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"Fifty Crypto Jobs in Ireland " - April 20, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Fifty Crypto Jobs in Ireland
BitMex Donates
Take the Dollars and Crypto
Links:
Facebook’s Calibra Has 50 New Jobs in the Pipeline for Its Dublin-Based Team
BitMEX Joins COVID-19 Relief Efforts with Dedicated $2.5M Fund
Some U.S. Citizens Look to Be Splashing Their Stimulus Cash on Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
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4/20/2020 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Overnight Exploit" April 19th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up half a percent at 7,169
Ethereum is up 2% at $182
and XRP is up slightly at 19 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Unibright up 22%
Bora up 15%
dForce has suffered an exploit attack that resulted in a serious loss of assets — up to 99%.
Compound tokenized and decentralized its governance this week.
TradeStation crypto integrated with the crypto exchange ErisX
The CFTC has charged a Florida man and his companies for illegally collecting $1.6 million.
Links:
DeFi platform Compound launches decentralized governance token with support from Coinbase Custody - The Block
CFTC charges Florida man for sale of 'Compcoin' digital asset in alleged fraud scheme - The Block
Weekend Attack Drains Decentralized Protocol dForce of $25M in Crypto - CoinDesk
Brokerage platform TradeStation links up with crypto exchange ErisX - The Block
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4/19/2020 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"Burns, layoffs, and expansions" April 18th, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $7,112
Ethereum is up 2% at $174
and XRP is up 1% at 19 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Digibyte up 28%
Loopring up 24%
Todays headlines:
Switzerland based crypto firm Finance AG raised a 14.5m series B to expand into Asian markets.
Binance has completed its 11th quarterly burn of its BNB tokens
The crypto custody firm BitGo has laid off 12% of its workforce
Mining gear manufacturer MicroBT is launching 3 new bitcoin miners.
Links:
Bitmicro leads the industry into the 3X era
Crypto custody firm BitGo has laid off 12% of its workforce - The Block
After record Q1, Binance has cumulatively burned 10% of BNB's supply - The Block
Swiss crypto asset manager raises $14.5M Series B to expand into Asia - The Block
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4/18/2020 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Binance v. Ethereum" April 17, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up slightly at 7,090
Ethereum is down 1% at $169
and XRP is down 1% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Waltonchain up 25%
Binance is launching a new Ethereum-compatabile blockchain that will feature Binance Coin as the native token.
The Libra Association has been busy publishing a new whitepaper indicating they may want to cater to central banks.
Chinese local government employees will soon receive some of their pay in the national digital currency.
Wyoming has passed a low that will allow insurance companies to invest in cryptocurrencies.
Links:
Wyoming passes law to allow insurance companies to invest in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies - The Block
Chinese local government employees to receive central bank digital currency in May - report - The Block
Binance is launching a new Ethereum-compatible blockchain - The Block
Libra confirms shift to multi-currency model, points to support for central bank digital currencies - The Block
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4/17/2020 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"China gears up for BSN" April 16, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 4.5% slightly at 7,046
Ethereum is up 9% at $170
and XRP is up 3.5% at 19 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
ABBC coin up 24%
and Komodo up 21%
dForce raised $1.5m in a new round of funding led by Multicoin Capital.
Crypto entrepreneur Alex Masmej sold $20,000 in income-sharing tokens on the Ethereum blockchain.
Andreeseen Horowitz is reportedly raising a second crypto fund
China is set to launch its national blockchain platform next week on April 25th.
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4/16/2020 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Vaz Sees Libra as Bitcoin Competitor" - April 15, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Vaz Sees Libra as Bitcoin Competitor
XRP Last
Riot Blockchain to NY
Links:
Libra Stablecoin Is Still a Major Threat to Bitcoin: Economist
XRP's Dismal 2020 Continues as Token Overtaken by LINK | Cointelegraph
Riot Blockchain Moves Part of Bitcoin Mining Operation to Upstate New York - CoinDesk
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4/15/2020 • 5 minutes, 32 seconds
"G20 Releases Stablecoin Recommendations" - April 14, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
G20 Releases Stablecoin Recommendations
Goldman Sachs Data: 35% Shrinkage in Advanced Economies in Second Quarter 2020
Bitcoin Halves May 12: Big Interest
Links:
World Governments at G20 Are Concerned About All Stablecoins, Not Just Libra
Goldman Sachs Says Economies Will Shrink 35% as Gold Hits 7-Year High
Search Volume for 'Bitcoin Halving' Outflanks Previous All-Time High
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4/14/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Binance Adds Bitcoin Futures Trading Options" - April 13, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Binance Adds Bitcoin Futures Trading Options
Fintechs Can Lend
Gemini Exchange Adds Three Trading Pairs
Links:
Binance Officially Launches Bitcoin Options Trading on Mobile App
US Gov Opens Door for Fintechs to Become Lenders in COVID-19 Relief Plan
OneCoin Lawsuit Could Be Thrown Out Over Plaintiff Failings, Warns Judge - CoinDesk
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4/13/2020 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
"OneCoin indictment unsealed" April 12, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at 6,874
Ethereum is down slightly at $159
and XRP is up 1% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Moeda up 15%
A US federal court is unsealing the indictment against OneCoin pyramid scheme co-founder Karl Sebastian Greenwood.
CME Group and Bakkt saw Bitcoin futures fall sharply last month.
Block.one has been a silent minority token on the EOS blockchain or voting plans voting in May.
Factom has cut down its staff from 10 people to just two.
Links:
Factom's Two Employees Press On Despite Investor's Call to Liquidate - CoinDesk
Block.one reveals plan to begin voting on the EOS blockchain in May - The Block
U.S. federal court unseals indictment against OneCoin pyramid scheme co-founder - The Block
Bitcoin futures volume on CME and Bakkt fell sharply in March - The Block
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4/12/2020 • 6 minutes
"Mobile Mining" April 11, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down slightly at 6,894
Ethereum is up slightly at $159
and XRP is up 1% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cybervein up 17%
Canada’s first fund tied to bitcoin has made its way to the Toronto stock exchange.
Square announced new ways to direct coronavurus stimulus payments to Cash App accounts.
HTC is set to enable users of their EXODUS 1S smartphones to mine monero directly from their devices.
Links:
Square's Cash App opens doors for users to receive U.S. coronavirus stimulus funds in their accounts - The Block
HTC Exodus Mining Monero
A closed-end fund tied to bitcoin has been listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange - The Block
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4/11/2020 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Join the Fold" April 10, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 6% at 6,900
Ethereum is down 7% at $157
and XRP is down 6% at 19 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Karatgold up 37%
Crypto market maker B2C2 has acquired an equity stake in the exchange LGO.
The bitcoin cash hash rate seems to be falling following the network's halving.
Nasdaq-listed bitcoin mining hardware maker Canaan lost $148.6M in 2019
Bitcoin halving that should take place next month has people talking.
Gemini announces support for first stablecoin: Dai.
Fold is gearing up to join the VISA fintech program and launch a VISA debit card
Links:
Visa Teams With Startup Fold for Bitcoin Rewards on New Card - Bloomberg
Bitcoin mining hardware maker Canaan lost $148.6M in 2019, according to new financials - The Block
Crypto exchange Gemini is adding a stablecoin to its list of tradable assets - The Block
Bitcoin Cash hash rate drops following block reward halving - The Block
What crypto exchanges are saying about the upcoming bitcoin block reward halving - The Block
Crypto market maker B2C2 acquires equity stake in bitcoin exchange LGO - The Block
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4/10/2020 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Landmark NZ case" April 9, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1.5% at 7,185
Ethereum is down 1% at $168
and XRP is down 1.5 at 20 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
WaykiChain up 28%
Haven Protocol up 21%
and Chainlink up 15%
A high court in New Zealand has ruled that former users of Cryptopia are entitled to their funds that were lost in a hack.
A new bitcoin backed token called tzBTC is launching on the Tezos blockchain.
Galaxy Digital has reported a 32 million dollar net loss in the final quarter of 2019.
Genesis Global Trading is suspending credit extensions after the downturn.
Links:
Genesis Global Trading suspends credit extension after 'biggest deleveraging' it has seen in the crypto market - The Block
Cryptopia users are entitled to their funds, court rules in a landmark judgment - The Block
A new bitcoin-backed token ‘tzBTC’ launches on the Tezos blockchain - The Block
Galaxy Digital reports a $32.9M net loss for the final quarter of 2019 - The Block
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4/9/2020 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
"SoFi Buys Galileo" - April 8, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
SoFi Buys Galileo
Bank of England Says Private Companies Could Partner in CBDC
CasperLabs Launching Own Crypto
Links:
SoFi Acquires Payment Processor Galileo in $1.2 Billion Deal
Private Companies Could Play Role in Digital Currency Issuance, Bank of England Says - CoinDesk
ETH 2.0 Development Firm CasperLabs to Work on Its Own Blockchain
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4/8/2020 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
"No Selling" - April 7, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
No Selling
OK to OKB
No Bank Account?
Links:
Cryptocurrency Exchange OKEx Tackles Small Balances With New Offering
Germany's Crypto Custody Law Hits a Snag: Startups Can't Get Bank Accounts - CoinDesk
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4/7/2020 • 5 minutes, 23 seconds
"Crypt Suits" - April 6, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Crypto Suits
Buy and Sell Crypto in Revolut Banking App
Links:
In Legal Battle With US SEC, Telegram Sees New Support From Trade Association
Major Crypto Firms Including Binance, Civic, Tron Targeted in Flood of Lawsuits - CoinDesk
Revolut Expands Crypto Offering – But Not in the US - CoinDesk
Coinbase Custody is the biggest Tezos staking service, despite charging higher fees - The Block
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4/6/2020 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Coinbase staking its claim in the Tezos market" April 5, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 1% at 6,793
Ethereum is up 1% at $143
and XRP is up slightly at 18 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cybervein up 35%
Storj up 19%
Tezos staking service is big business for Coinbase Custody.
The SEC is suing a couple in texas for allegedly defrauding hundreds of investors.
Binance has removed the mention of any affiliation with Visa from their Binance card website.
Anchorage added support for XRP.
Thesis closed another round of funding this week as it prepares for the tBTC launch later this month.
Links:
Binance quietly scrubs Visa mentions from its payment card website - The Block
Coinbase Custody is the biggest Tezos staking service, despite charging higher fees - The Block
SEC charges Texas couple in fraudulent water-backed crypto token scheme - The Block
Venture production studio Thesis closes a $7.7 million funding round as it prepares for tBTC's launch in April - The Block
Crypto custodian Anchorage adds support for XRP - The Block
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4/5/2020 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"US only largely compliant with FATF crypto guidelines" April 4, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 3% at 6,715
Ethereum is down 3% at $141
and XRP is down 1% at 18 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cybervein up 28%
Waykichain up 21%
The Spanish tax authority, AEAT is sending 350% more letters to crypto traders this year despite the coronavirus.
According to the FATF, the US is not currently fully compliant with the organizations crypto recommendations.
The National Internet Finance Association of China a self-regulatory watchdog for the People’s Bank of China says overseas crypto exchanges are faking trading volumes.
Chainalysis indicates the correlation between bitcoin spending and its price went through dramatic changes in the recent market volatility.
Links:
US is not fully compliant with crypto recommendations, says FATF - The Block
Bitcoin payments on dark markets most impacted by coronavirus pandemic: Chainalysis report - The Block
Spanish tax authority to send more letters to crypto traders this year, despite coronavirus - The Block
Chinese watchdog says crypto exchanges fake trading volumes - The Block
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4/4/2020 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
"Binance makes moves. Github to go on ice." April 3, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 5% at 6,997
Ethereum is up 6% at $146
and XRP is up 3% at 18 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Steem up 34%
Waykichain up 33%
Unibright up 17%
Binance confirmed they acquired CoinMarketCap.
Binance is launching its own mining pool as well as adding staking, savings, and loans.
Github to back up the codebases for Bitcoin core and Ethereum under the arctic in Svalbard
Links:
Binance is launching its own crypto mining pool - The Block
Github is backing up the codebases for Bitcoin Core and Ethereum under the Arctic ice in Svalbard - The Block
Privacy-focused Brave browser added 1M new users in March - The Block
Binance confirms CoinMarketCap acquisition - The Block
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4/3/2020 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"France, Binance, and Michael Ford" April 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 8% at 6,665
Ethereum is up 5% at $137
and XRP is up 3% at 17 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Tomochain up 18%
Block stack up 17%
Icon up 15%
Todays headlines:
Bitcoin core maintainer Michal Ford has received a $100k grant from BitMEX.
Binance is set to open a new crypto-to-crypto exchange today in South Korea.
France’s central bank set to test the integration of digital Euro in settlement procedures.
Links:
France's central bank begins experimenting with digital euro - The Block
BitMEX parent awards $100k grant to Bitcoin Core maintainer Michael Ford - The Block
Binance is launching a new exchange in South Korea next week - The Block
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4/2/2020 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"Online Bitcoin Purchases Down" - April 1, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
On-line Bitcoin Purchases Down
Althea Takes Ether for Internet
AT&T Seeks Dismissal of Punitive Damages in Hack
Links:
Bitcoin and Visa Transactions Plunge But Pizza Deliveries Are Up
Crypto Powered Internet Fills Access Gaps During Coronavirus - CoinDesk
AT&T Seeks Dismissal of $200M in Damages for 2018 SIM-Swap Attack
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4/1/2020 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
"Telegram vs SEC: The Saga Continues" - March 31, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Telegram vs SEC: The Saga Continues
CoinSpot Earns ISO/IEC27001 Certification
BMW Rolling Out PartsChain
Links:
SEC Claims Telegram Injunction Applies to ‘Any Person or Entity’
Australian Crypto Exchange CoinSpot Wins ISO Security Accreditation - CoinDesk
BMW’s Blockchain Solution for Supply Chains to Roll Out in 2020
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3/31/2020 • 5 minutes, 56 seconds
"Ver Demurs on Pandemic" - March 30, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ver Demurs on Pandemic
SF Express Using Blockchain to Deliver in China
Links:
Roger Ver Apparently Unconcerned About Coronavirus | Cointelegraph
Pentagon Orders Essential Staff To Deep Underground Mountain Bunker As Pandemic Prep Escalates | Zero Hedge
China’s 2nd-Largest Courier Using Blockchain to Deliver Key Supplies Amid Pandemic
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3/30/2020 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Delays, funds, and funding." March 29, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 2% at 6,125
Ethereum is up slightly at $128
and XRP is up 2% at 17 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Status up 28%
HOLO up 18%
Datum up 19%
Banking regulators have announced a year-long delay for elements of the Basel III banking rules.
Bitwise is taking steps towards listing its crypto index fund on OTC markets.
HSBC has put 10 billion dollars of paper based private placement records on R3s Corda blockchain.
Links:
Banking regulators announce year-long delay for Basel III capital rules due to coronavirus - The Block — act
HSBC Puts $10B of Private Placements on R3's Corda Blockchain - CoinDesk
Bitwise Asset Management is seeking to list its crypto index fund on OTC Markets - The Block
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3/29/2020 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
"Looking to History" March 28, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 6% at 6,237
Ethereum is down 5% at $128
and XRP is down 4% at 17 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cybervein up 23%
HXRO up 17%
Singapore has granted several crypto firms limited term exemptions for licensing.
San Francisco based Solana has raised 1.8 million from its launch auction on Coin List.
Last week saw the second-largest decrease in bitcoin mining difficulty in the network’s history.
Coinbase says Coinbase Commerce has proessed $200 million in transactions since it launched.
Links:
Coinbase says its Commerce platform has seen $200 million in transactions processed since launch - The Block
Ripple, Coinbase get license exemption in Singapore for a limited period - The Block
Bitcoin’s mining difficulty sees the second-largest drop in history - The Block
Blockchain project Solana raises $1.76M from its launch auction on CoinList - The Block
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3/28/2020 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Binance Card" March 27, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down slightly at $6,629
Ethereum is up slightly at $135
and XRP is up 8% at 17 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Holo up 20%
Blockstack up 17%
Aelf up 15%
Boston based Coinmetrics, a blockchain data firm closed a $6 million dollar series A.
Binance has officially announced the Binance card
South Korea’s biggest bank is getting ready to launch a crypto custody service
Links:
Introducing the Binance Card: Shop and Pay With Crypto Anywhere in the World | Binance Blog
Blockchain data firm Coin Metrics raises $6M from Highland Capital Partners, Fidelity and others - The Block
South Korea's biggest bank is set to launch crypto custody service - The Block
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3/27/2020 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"Kraken: Bitcoin at $350,000 by 2045" - March 26, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Kraken: Bitcoin at $350,000 by 2045
San Fran is Top Crypto Town
Overton Window Opens for Digital Dollar
Links:
Kraken Predicts Wealth Transfer will Cause BTC Rise to $350K by 2045
Report: Crypto Investment Wealth Is Highest in San Francisco Bay Area
The Overton Window – Mackinac Center
Congressional Bills Signal Digital Dollar Is Politicaly Feasible- CoinDesk
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3/26/2020 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
"Court Rules Against Telegram" - March 25, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Court Rules Against Telegram
Casper Labs EVOs with BitMax
Communist China Central Bank Rides Pandemic Express to CBDC
Links:
Telegram Denied: Court Sides With SEC, Grants Injunction Against Issuing GRAMs
CasperLabs Pivots Away From Ethereum to Fundraise With Its Own Blockchain - CoinDesk
Turning A Crisis Into An Opportunity, China Gets One Step Closer to CBDC
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3/25/2020 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
"Full Zimbabwe?" - March 24, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Full Zimbabwe?
Links:
Bitcoin, Gold Spike as Fed Unveils Unlimited Coronavirus Stimulus Package - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Price Eyeing $7,000 After Fed Says it Has ‘Infinite Cash’
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3/24/2020 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"Bitcoin Searches Up" - March 23, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Baidu and Google Searches for Bitcoin Info Rise
BitMex Takes Flack, Responds in Blog Post
Blockchain Managers On Critical List
Links:
Baidu and Google Trends See Increased Interest in Purchasing Bitcoin
BitMEX Defends Insurance Fund Being ‘Barely Used’ in BTC Price Crash
DHS Names Blockchain Managers Among Critical Infrastructure Workers
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3/23/2020 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Interest rates up on crypto" March 22, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at 6,045
Ethereum is up 1% at $128
and XRP is up 1% at 15 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Streamr up 34%
Waykichain up 22%
band protocol up 17%
BlockFi is raising interest rates on Bitcoin and Ether beginning April 1.
BlockFI recently began letting users buy crypto with cash within the platform.
Silvergate is in the news due to wiring issues caused by an outage with its payment processor Finastra.
Links:
Crypto lender BlockFi is raising interest rates on bitcoin and ether - The Block
Silvergate's clients experience outbound wire transfer issues tied to problems with Fedwire payments processor - The Block — ilvergate's customer base has grown 40% year-to-date
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3/22/2020 • 5 minutes, 27 seconds
"Hedge fund down, hedge fund up." March 21, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 9% at 6,068
Ethereum is down 10% at $129
and XRP is down 8% at 15 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Puma Pay up 74%
Todays headlines:
Adaptive capital, a Crypto hedge fund is shuttering due to the big hit it took during last week’s market upheaval
Recently-launched fund Alpha Sigma Capital is raising $100m.
The Department of Homeland Security lists blockchain managers involved in food distribution as those among critical infrastructure workers.
Links:
Crypto hedge fund Adaptive Capital is shutting down after it 'took a big hit' during last week's bitcoin price plunge - The Block
DHS coronavirus memo says 'blockchain managers' involved in food distribution are essential critical infrastructure workers - The Block
A crypto hedge fund co-founded by a former Nasdaq strategist is raising $100M - The Block
Coinbase’s Visa debit card can now be linked with Google Pay to spend crypto - The Block
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3/21/2020 • 5 minutes, 33 seconds
"Shady Senators: Loeffler and Burr" March 20, 2020
It’s 8:00 Eastern, March 20th and this is your Daily Crypto Report.
Bitcoin is up 13% at 6,673
Ethereum is up 12% at $145
and XRP is up 7% at 16 cents
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bitcoin SV up 28%
Bitcoin Cash up 19%
and Cosmos up 15%
Police in India have arrested a woman who stole 64 bitcoin from a former employer.
The Tezos foundation had most of their 600 million in assets in BTC in Jan.
Senator Kelly Loeffler and Senator Richard Burr are under scrutiny for having sold millions in stock before the recent crash.
Coinbase’s visa debit card can now be setup with Google Pay to spend crypto.
Links:
Indian police arrest woman who stole 64 bitcoins from her former employer - The Block
Tezos Foundation had over $600M in assets as of January, 47% in bitcoin - The Block
Senator Kelly Loeffler, former Bakkt CEO, sold millions in stock before coronavirus-induced market crash - The Block
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3/20/2020 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
"Steemrolling on" March 19, 2020Today's blockchain and
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 10% at 5,624
Ethereum is up 10% at $124
and XRP is up 6% at 15 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Steem Token up 151%
Dash up 29%
and Zcash up 18%
The Steem token saw a huge lift in price with Binance and Huobi vouching to support the Steem blockchain hard fork.
The S&P500 VIX (fear index) closed at all-time highs this week.
The FDIC has approved the deposit insurance application for Square.
Hawaii has announced a regulatory sandbox for digital currency issuers.
Links:
Binance, Huobi to support Steem's hard fork into Hive; the steem token is up by 180% - The Block
The S&P500 "Fear Index" closed at all time highs this week as volatility across assets remain near historic highs - The Block
Square's new industrial loan company receives approvals ahead of planned 2021 launch - The Block
Hawaii is establishing a regulatory sandbox for digital currency issuers - The Block
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3/19/2020 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Insurance and shorter trading hours" March 18, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 1% at 5,128
Ethereum is down 2% at $112
and XRP is down 2% at 14 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Energi up 25%
Solve Core up 25%
Mixin up 17%
BitGo is now offering excess insurance coverage on top of its 100 million dollar policy.
Sparkswap is shuttering saying user numbers aren’t enough to keep the business going.
CME group criticizes Steve Mnuchin’s comments about shortening the trading hours.
Links:
CME Group: U.S. Treasury Secretary Mnuchin's comments on shorter trading hours 'make no sense' - The Block
Venture-backed decentralized exchange Sparkswap shuts down - The Block
Crypto custodian BitGo is now offering excess insurance on top of its $100M policy - The Block
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3/18/2020 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"Crypto Hedge Fund" March 17, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 11% at 5,307
Ethereum is up 8% at $117
and XRP is up 8% at 14 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cyber Network up 20%
Mixin up 17%
Lisk up 17%
Bitfinex has listed a first-ever crypto hedge fund for accredited investors.
The Philippine Stock Exchange will halt trading until further notice.
The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency names Coinbase CLO Brian Brooks as its next COO.
The Opera browser is now letting US users buy Bitcoin and Ether through Apple Pay.
Links:
Bitfinex lists first-ever crypto hedge fund for 'accredited' investors - The Block
U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency names Coinbase exec as its chief operating officer - The Block
Opera now lets US users buy bitcoin and ether via Apple Pay - The Block
Philippine Stock Exchange will halt trading tomorrow until further notice - The Block
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3/17/2020 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"Trading down" March 16, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 14% at 4,560
Ethereum is down 17% at $103
and XRP is down 13% at 13 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Energi up 25%
Maidsafe up 18%
Mixin up 17%
Todays headlines:
A New York woman has been sentenced to 13 years in jail for funding the islamic state of isis with crypto.
Wintermute trading saw its most profitable days during the market turmoil due to its trading algorithms and infrastructure.
Zimbabwe’s central bank is now gearing up to be the central regulator for crypto in the country.
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3/16/2020 • 5 minutes, 33 seconds
"Steady on" March 15, 2020
Today's cyptocurrency and blockchain news:
Bitcoin is up slightly at 5,461
Ethereum is down 2% at $126
and XRP is up 2% at 15 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Mixin up 20%
Synthetix up 15%
Power Ledger up 15%
This week we saw the biggest price dump in bitcoin in the last 12 months. Now prices are holding above 5k.
Coinbase saw yearly record-breaking volumes on Thursday and Friday.
Consensus 2020 is going virtual due to COVID-19.
Links:
Whale Watching: Exchange Data Contained Early Warning of Thursday's Bitcoin Dump - CoinDesk
CoinDesk Takes Consensus 2020 Virtual - CoinDesk
Coinbase volumes hit yearly highs after Thursday's market sell-off - The Block
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3/15/2020 • 5 minutes, 25 seconds
"Tests, plans, and stress tests" March 14, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 2% at 5,480
Ethereum is down 1% at $129
XRP has slipped below Tether/USDT in reported market-cap.
XRP is down 2% at 15 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Hedra Hashgraph up 27%
Mixin up 20%
Centrality up 15%
Coinbase is releasing a Bitcoin batching system that they say could save users over 50% on transaction fees.
New York regulators asked the 18 licensed crypto firms to submit coronavirus preparedness plans.
Daily transaction fees on the Ethereum network topped half a million in the traffic jam on thursday.
Crypto-backed loans were put to the stress test this week as bitcoin dropped about 40%
Links:
Daily transaction fees on Ethereum hit $564,000 amid network congestion on Thursday - The Block
New York regulator asks crypto firms to submit their coronavirus preparedness plans - The Block
Coinbase rolls out Bitcoin batching, says users could save over 50% on transaction fees - The Block
$100M+ in Margin Calls: Crypto Lenders Demand Collateral as Market Buckles - CoinDesk
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3/14/2020 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Predicted" - March 13, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Andreas Antonopoulos Predicted Bitcoin Price Drop
Edward Snowden Wants In
Bank of England Telegraphs Move to CBDC?
Links:
2 Months Ago, Andreas Antonopoulos Explained Why Bitcoin Would Crash
Edward Snowden ‘Feels Like Buying Bitcoin’ Amid Price Crash
Bank of England Releases Discussion Paper on CBDCs | Cointelegraph
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3/13/2020 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Opportunity?" - March 12, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Opportunity?
Farmville Creator Launches Gala Network
Figure Technologies Securitizes HELOCs Completely on Blockchain
Links:
BREAKING: Bitcoin Crashes 17% in 1 Hour Below $6K in Coronavirus Panic
FarmVille Creator to Launch Blockchain Game Network | Cointelegraph
Figure Technologies Securitizes $150M of Home Equity Loans on Blockchain - CoinDesk
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3/12/2020 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
"UK Values Blockchain in Trade" - March 11, 2020
Today's Cryptocurrency and Blockchain News.
UK Values Blockchain in Trade
Bithumb Using Reactor
Cryptocurrency Act of 2020 DOA in DC
Links:
UK Gov’t Includes Blockchain in Negotiation for US Free Trade Agreement
Bithumb Partners With Chainalysis Amid Tightening Korean Regulations
The Cryptocurrency Act of 2020 Is 'Dead on Arrival,' Washington Tells Sponsors - CoinDesk
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3/11/2020 • 5 minutes, 56 seconds
"Kraken Back to India Q3 2020" - March 10, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Kraken Back to India Q3 2020
IBM, Oracle and SAP Develop Fabric Interoperability
Sythentix Adding New Features, Including Derivitives Trading
Links:
Kraken Exchange Pledges India Expansion as Nation Reopens for Crypto Business - CoinDesk
Old Rivals Oracle and IBM Want Their Blockchains to Talk to Each Other - CoinDesk
Non-custodial crypto exchange Synthetix is preparing to offer derivatives trading on Ethereum - The Block
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3/10/2020 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"Trading down" March 9th 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 9.5% at 7,859
XRP is down 8% at 21 cents
and Ethereum is down 9% at $204
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
BosCoin up 234%
Bitcoin is down in what is part of a wider market turmoil with global stocks and commodity trading down.
The People’s Bank of China is putting close to $5 million into its blockchain trade finance platform.
Paradigm is leading a $12 million round for Argent which is expecting to launch this April.
Links:
Bitcoin falls below 8,000 ahead of what is expected to be a rough day for U.S. stocks - The Block
China's central bank to invest $4.7M into its blockchain trade finance platform - The Block
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3/9/2020 • 5 minutes, 39 seconds
"Lending tree" March 8, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 4.5% at 8,705
XRP is down 5.5% at 22 cents
and Ethereum is down 7.5% at $226
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bytecoin up 15%
Lawmakers in Minnesota are once again looking to outlaw campaign contributions in the form of cryptocurrency.
BitGo, the crypto custodian is launching a new lending business with a $150 million book.
Lenders and depositors are coming back to bZx because of significantly higher yields on ether deposits.
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3/8/2020 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"Aye Corona" March 7, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at 9,113
XRP is down slightly at 24 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $244
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Monero Classic up 125%
LTO network up 26%
Zilqua up 15%
Overstock’s subsidiary Medici ventures is leading an 8.2 million dollar investment round in agricultural blockchain startup Grain Chain.
Bitcoin mining activity is expected to increase as chinese hardware makers start to clear from the coronavirus slowdown.
Bitcoin 2020 postponed.
DC Blockchain Summit postponed
Paris Blockchain week postponed.
MIT Bitcoin expo to go on.
Links:
Coronavirus risks lead to postponement of this month's major crypto and blockchain events - The Block
Overstock subsidiary Medici Ventures leads $8.2M investment in agricultural blockchain startup - The Block
Bitcoin mining activity expected to surge as Chinese hardware makers shake off coronavirus slowdown - The Block
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3/7/2020 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
"Power to the miners" March 6, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is up slightly at 9,130
XRP is up 2% at 24 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $239
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Machine Exchange up 42%
Hendra Hashgraph up 32%
Bytecoin up 20%
India’s central bank is planning on filing a review petition on the Supreme Court’s crypto ruling.
Bitcoin mining equipment maker Canaan has been sued by one of its investors for violating the U.S. security laws
A New York power plant is reportedly mining roughly $50,000 in bitcoin each day
Arweave a blockchain startup has raised $8.3 million in new funding from Andreessen Horowitz, Union Square Ventures, and Coinbase Ventures.
Links:
India's central bank plans to file a review petition on Supreme Court's crypto ruling - report - The Block
Bitcoin mining hardware maker Canaan hit with securities lawsuit in U.S. court - The Block
A power plant in New York is reportedly mining roughly $50,000 in bitcoin each day - The Block
Blockchain startup Arweave secures $8.3M from Andreessen Horowitz, Union Square Ventures, and Coinbase Ventures - The Block
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3/6/2020 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"India: Crypto-a-Go-Go" - March 5, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
India: Crypto-a-Go-Go
BitGo Wants Institutional Biz
EY, Microsoft and ConcenSys Launch Baseline Protocol on Ethereum Mainnet
Links:
Indian Crypto Exchanges Resume Fiat Services 24 Hours After Supreme Court Ruling
BitGo Launches Its First Institutional Crypto Lending Service
Microsoft, EY and ConsenSys Tout New Way for Big Biz to Use Public Ethereum - CoinDesk
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3/5/2020 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
"Facebook Blinks" - March 4, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Facebook Blinks
India Supreme Court Backs Crypto
Samsung Sees Settlement System for Merchants and Banks
Links:
India Supreme Court Lifts RBI Ban on Banks Servicing Crypto Firms
Facebook Changing Course on Libra, Offering More Inclusive Wallet
Samsung to Target EU Payments Sector With Blockchain-Based Solution for Banks - CoinDesk
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3/4/2020 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Google Play Store Plays Big Brother to Crypto Apps" - March 3, 2020
Blockchain and cryptocurrency news today.
Google Play Store Plays Big Brother to Crypto Apps
Paris Blockchain Event Rescheduled Due to Coronavirus Pandemic
Marshall Islands to Host SOV on Algorand
Links:
Google Play Store Takes Down Crypto News Apps, Including Cointelegraph’s
Paris Blockchain Week Rescheduled Due to Coronavirus Outbreak
Messari - Bitcoin & crypto price, news, chart, and research
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3/3/2020 • 5 minutes, 47 seconds
"Houbi Chain Launched" - March 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Houbi Chain Launched
JVCA Boasts Three New Members
Bank of England Sweating Crypto Rise
Links:
Coinbase Registers as Second-Class Member with JVCEA | Cointelegraph
Huobi Open-Source DeFi Blockchain Now Live for Public Beta Testing
Bank of England Warns Crypto Adoption May Impact Credit Creation
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3/2/2020 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Blockchain for small biz" March 1, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 0.5% at $8591
XRP is down 1% at 23 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $222
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Kyber Network up 26%
Band Protocol up 19%
Japanese messaging company LINE has shuttered its singapore crypto exchange BITBOX and has launched BITFRONT.
Bitfinex says it has repaid tether another 100 million of an outstanding loan.
Bitstamp has added full support for SEGWIT bitcoin addresses.
The US House of Representatives Committee on Small Business will hold a hearing on blockchain’s impact.
Links:
Bitstamp adds full support for SegWit bitcoin addresses - The Block
House committee to explore benefits of blockchain for small businesses next week - The Block
Messaging giant LINE shuts down Singapore crypto exchange, launches a global platform based in the US - The Block
Crypto exchange Bitfinex says it has repaid Tether another $100M of outstanding loan - The Block
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3/1/2020 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"DDOS attack and COVID-19 " February 29, 2020
Today's blockchain an cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 0.5% at $8597
XRP is down 1% at 23 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $221
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bezant up 37%
Steem up 17%
Burst up 16%
Major exchanges OKEx and Bitfinex were hit with a DDOS attack with no users impacted.
Coinbase tested the facial recognition software owned by Clearview AI.
The chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell says Coronavirus poses "evolving risks" to the US economy.
niTRON is postponed indefinitely.
Links:
TRON’s 2020 summit for next week has been postponed indefinitely due to coronavirus - The Block
Coinbase tested facial recognition software developed by controversial startup Clearview AI - The Block
Crypto exchanges OKEx and Bitfinex hit by DDoS attacks, no users impacted - The Block
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2/29/2020 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Above the law" February 28, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 4% at $8517
XRP is down 3% at 23 cents
and Ethereum is down 5% at $217
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Universa up 37%
Polymath up 33%
Ether Zero up 21%
Steven Seagal settle ICO endorsement disclosure charges with the SEC this week for his involvement with the Bitcoiin (B2G) ICO.
FBI report shows kidnapping victims have paid $144 million in Bitcoin.
Binance CEO CZ’s net worth has doubled in the past year.
Coronavirus has the markets down including Bitcoin which fell nearly $2000 but has rebounded slightly.
Links:
Actor Steven Seagal settles 'Bitcoiin' ICO endorsement disclosure charges with SEC - The Block
Victims have paid $144M in bitcoin as ransom over last six years, says FBI agent - The Block
Binance CEO’s net worth has doubled in the past year at $2.6B, according to Hurun - The Block
CoinDesk — Leader in blockchain news.
Coronavirus Hits US Stocks, Bitcoin Climbs, Haven Status Unclear - CoinDesk
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2/28/2020 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Ripple Suit Proceeds" - February 27, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Ripple Suit Proceeds
Iranian General: Use Crypto to Evade Sanctions
Hong Kong to Step Up AML Enforcement
Links:
Ripple Class-Action Lawsuit Can Proceed, Judge Rules - CoinDesk
Iranian General Calls for use of Crypto to Evade Sanctions
Hong Kong to Consider Additional FATF-Style Regulations for Crypto Exchanges - CoinDesk
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2/27/2020 • 5 minutes, 21 seconds
"Virus Freezes Dev of Digital Yuan" - February 26, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Virus Freezes Dev of Digital Yuan
Ripple Pays MoneyGram $11 Million
Links:
China's Digital Yuan Research Delayed Amid Coronavirus Epidemic
Coinbase Releases its Plan for the Coronavirus Spread | Cointelegraph
MoneyGram Got Another $11M From Ripple to Use Its Cross-Border Payments Tech - CoinDesk
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2/26/2020 • 6 minutes
"Revolut Raises Five Hundred Million" - February 25, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Revolut Raises Five Hundred Million
Bitcoin Shorts Have New Tool
Utility Settlement Coin Working with Adhara
Links:
Germany’s Second Largest Exchange Boerse Stuttgart Lists Short Bitcoin ETP
Secretive Digital Fiat Project Emerges With New Partner as CBDC Chatter Grows - CoinDesk
Crypto-Friendly Banking App Now One of Europe's Most Valuable Fintechs
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2/25/2020 • 6 minutes, 11 seconds
"New Jersey Muscles Crytoverse" - February 24, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
New Jersey Muscles Cryptoverse
Central Bankers Conference: DLT? We Don't Need No Stinking Distributed Ledger
Links:
New Jersey Introduces Bill to Regulate Cryptocurrencies at State Level
Central Bankers From Canada, Netherlands, Ukraine Call Blockchain Unnecessary for Digital Fiat - CoinDesk
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2/24/2020 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Malta, Libra and Perspectives" February 23, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2% at $9,871
XRP is up 2% at 28 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $270
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bitcore up 37%
Dero up 21%
Travala . com up 20%
The Malta Financial Services Authority issued a statement that Binance is neither licensed to operate, nor is it regulated in Malta.
Shopify has announced that they are joining the Libra association.
JP Morgan releases Persepectives report, posit mainstream blockchain adoption still years away.
Links:
JPMorgan's blockchain report: mainstream adoption is still years away - The Block
E-commerce giant Shopify joins the Libra Association - The Block
Binance Is Not Under Our Jurisdiction, Says Malta Regulator - CoinDesk
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2/23/2020 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"Gone Fishing" February 22, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $9,662
XRP is down 0.5% at 27 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $262
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Aragon Network up 17%
A New Jersey lawmaker is introducing a bill that would mandate that cryptocurrency businesses must obtain a license to operate in the state.
The IOTA foundation is set to resume its main net after it paused the network due to a 2 million dollar hack.
The US Marshals service auctioned off 4,000 bitcoins this week.
A man in ireland lost control of 6,000 bitcoin while he was in custody.
Links:
New Jersey lawmaker files bill to require licenses for crypto companies - The Block
Drug dealer loses codes for €53.6m bitcoin accounts
IOTA Foundation expects to reactivate network by March 2 following $2M user wallet attack - The Block
U.S. Marshals Service auctions off over 4,000 BTC to two winning bidders - The Block
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2/22/2020 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"The gates are open" February 21, 2020
Bitcoin is up 1% at $9,752
XRP is up 1% at 27 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $265
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Power ledger up 37%
DragonCoins up 22%
Aragon network up 15%
Sweden’s central bank is starting tests on its digital e-krona.
The bZx attack vulnerability was identified over a month ago.
Decentraland has finally opened to the public.
Researchers are pointing out that the bitcoin lightning network is growing increasingly centralized.
Links:
Bitcoin's Lightning Network Is Growing 'Increasingly Centralized,' Researchers Find - CoinDesk
Ethereum-based virtual game world Decentraland has launched - The Block
bZx attacks and 1inch.exchange allegations: Here’s what the teams have to say - The Block
Sweden’s central bank starts testing its digital currency e-krona - The Block
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2/21/2020 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Investor F" - February 20, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Investor F
EU and US Ponder Libra
Links:
Investor F
Mystery VC Firm Wants Sensitive Evidence Redacted From Telegram Case
EU Can’t Decide What to do with Libra | Cointelegraph
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2/20/2020 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"SEC vs Telegram Today" - February 19, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
SEC vs Telegram Today
CFTC Says Gram is Commodity
Coinbase Named Visa Principal Partner
Links:
SEC commissioner’s crypto enforcement proposal could impact landmark case v. Telegram - Reuters
CFTC Letter Provides Little Clarity in Telegram’s Battle With SEC
Coinbase Becomes First ‘Pure’ Crypto Firm Approved as Visa Principal Member - CoinDesk
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2/19/2020 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
"Enjin Platform Adds Crypto to Gaming" - February 18, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Enjin Platform Adds Crypto to Gaming
Fcoin Fails, Keeps the Money
Copper Crypto Custody Service Provider Raises Eight Million Dollars
Links:
Enjin Launches Game Development Platform on Ethereum - CoinDesk
Chinese Exchange FCoin Closes Down, Still Owes Users $125 Million
Crypto Custodian Copper Raised $8 Million for Expansion
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2/18/2020 • 7 minutes, 2 seconds
"Devs Say TON Okay, SEC Go Away" - February 17, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Devs Say TON Okay, SEC Go Away
Russia Rises
Binance Launches White-Label Platform
Links:
TON Devs Worldwide Join Forces to Intervene in SEC Case Against Telegram
Legal Framework for Tokenization Submitted to Russia’s Crypto Bill
Binance to Offer White-Label Exchange Infrastructure for Local Markets - CoinDesk — abel Exchange Infrastructure for Local Markets
Binance is launching a digital asset trading platform that can be rebranded by smaller exchanges for their local markets.
Binance Cloud will offer lo
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2/17/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"No Time to DAI " February 16, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 3% at $9,923
XRP is down 8% at 30 cents
and Ethereum is down 6% at $265
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Syscoin up 31%
Singularity net up 20%
Swissborg up 15%
DeFi lending protocol bZx has suffered an exploit hack that resulted in the loss of some undisclosed amount of ETH.
Coinbase Commerce is integrating DAI is as a payment option for its merchant customer base.
Polychain Capital is raising $200 million for a second fund that has its sights set on venture investing.
Links:
Polychain Capital Targets $200M for Second Venture Fund, Slide Deck Reveals - CoinDesk
DeFi lending protocol bZx exploited, ‘a portion of ETH lost’ - The Block
Coinbase Commerce adds DAI as payment option - The Block
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2/16/2020 • 5 minutes, 30 seconds
"That's a lot of laundry" February 15, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is even at $10,238
XRP is up 2.75% at 33 cents
and Ethereum is up 4.5% at $282
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Wax up 65%
Golem up 33%
Elf up 21%
Wells Fargo is investing 5 million in blockchain analytics firm Elliptic
The IRS has removed Ether and two gaming tokens from examples of convertible virtual currencies.
Authorites in the US are charging DropBit CEO for allegedly laundering $311 million in bitcoin
Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital lays off 13 people.
Links:
IRS removes ether and two popular gaming tokens as examples of convertible virtual currencies - The Block
US authorities charge DropBit CEO for allegedly laundering $311M in bitcoin - The Block
Novogratz's Crypto Investment Firm Galaxy Digital Shrinks Workforce 15% - CoinDesk
Wells Fargo invests $5M in blockchain analytics firm Elliptic - The Block
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2/15/2020 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"Theft, The IRS & Ease of access" February 14, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 0.5% at $10,248
XRP is up 1% at 33 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $270
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bytecoin up 25%
Steem up 19%
Siacoin up 15%
The IOTA Foundation pauses its network, saying between $300K and $1.2M worth of tokens stolen from users of Trinity wallet.
US Government agencies are seeking millions of dollars in additional funding for to support their cryptocurrency oversight and enforcement efforts.
The key management network Torus has exited beta and open sourced its codebase.
Links:
IOTA Foundation pauses network, says between $300K and $1.2M worth of tokens stolen from users of Trinity wallet - The Block
U.S. agencies seek millions in new funding to bolster crypto efforts, budget documents show - The Block
Key management network Torus exits beta, open-sources its codebase - The Block
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2/14/2020 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"They Want to Know About Your Crypto" - February 13, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
They Want to Know About Your Crypto
Chainalysis Wants to Help Them Know About Your Crypto
Links:
US Treasury Secretary Promises ‘Significant New Requirements’ on Cryptocurrency
‘Full Transparency Not Ideal for Cryptocurrency’ Says Chainalysis Exec
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2/13/2020 • 6 minutes, 5 seconds
"Tether Tracking" - February 12, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Tether Tracking
LabCFTC Holding Office Hours for Innovators
Links:
Tether to Track Stablecoin Network Activity With Chainalysis Suite
CFTC’s Fintech Research Unit to Hold Office Hours for Innovators
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2/12/2020 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
"JPMorgan + ConsenSys?" - February 11, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
JPMorgan + ConsenSys?
Canadian Stablecoin Launched
Not Satoshi
Links:
Report: JPMorgan Considers Merging Blockchain Unit with Consensys
Joint Venture Launches Canadian Dollar-Pegged Stablecoin for Financial Services - CoinDesk
William Shatner Doubts Craig Wright’s Claims to Inventing Bitcoin
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2/11/2020 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
"Digital Yen vs Digital Yuan" - February 10, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Digital Yen vs Digital Yuan
Altsbit Closes Due to Hack
Chinese Use Blockchain Processing Coronavirus Claims
Links:
Japanese Official Calls for Urgent Development of Digital Yen to Counter China
New Crypto Exchange Altsbit Says It Will Close Following Hack - CoinDesk
Chinese Insurance Firms Use Blockchain to Process Coronavirus Claims
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2/10/2020 • 5 minutes, 59 seconds
"Back above 10k" February 9, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 3% at $10,129
XRP is up 1.5% at 28 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $228
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Kick token up 34%
Molecular future up 21%
Decentraland up 17%
Paystand a payments startup leveraging blockchain tech has raised 20 million in a series b funding round.
The total amount of money locked into DeFi applications and protocols has crossed $1 billion.
The SEC is back on a tear cracking down on ICOs.
Links:
Blockchain payments startup Paystand raises $20M Series B to scale operations - The Block
Value locked into DeFi protocols has crossed $1 billion - The Block
Now More Than Ever, SEC Is Scrutinizing Unregistered Token Offerings - CoinDesk
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2/9/2020 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"Immutable: Blockchain and Taxes" February 8, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,809
XRP is down slightly at at 28 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $225
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Kick token up 139%%
Educare up 20%
Decentraland up 17%
Bitcoin SV up 15%
Todays headlines:
Dr. Li Wenliang has been memorialized in the Ethereum blockchain.
The global blockchain business council is partnering with Earnst and Young, and MIT to take on the problem of taxes around the world.
The Australian government has released a national blockchain roadmap.
Links:
Australian government issues national blockchain roadmap to help drive adoption - The Block
China’s Coronavirus Whistleblower Is Now Memorialized on Ethereum - CoinDesk
How Blockchain Will Track Taxes (and Tax Cheats) - CoinDesk
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2/8/2020 • 5 minutes, 39 seconds
"Sun, Safety, and Coronavirus" February 7, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is even at $9,738
XRP is up 1% at at 28 cents
and Ethereum is up 4% at $218
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Kick token up 28%
Aurora up 21%
Waltonchain up 17%
Justin Sun and Warren Buffet had their dinner in Omaha.
SEC commissioner Hester Peirce has proposed a three-year safe harbor period for cryptocurrency startups.
Responding to the coronavirus, South Korea’s POSTECH is set to issue blockchain-stored diplomas to its new graduates.
Links:
SEC commissioner Hester Peirce proposes a three-year "safe harbor period" for startups conducting token sales - The Block
South Korean university issues blockchain-stored diplomas amid the spread of the coronavirus - The Block
It happened: Tron founder Justin Sun dined with Warren Buffett - The Block
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2/7/2020 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"Digital Dollar on Horizon" - February 6, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Digital Dollar on Horizon
UK Seeks Crypto Expert
This Job Is for You
Links:
US Fed Is Exploring Potential for Digital Currency, Says Board Member
UK Financial Watchdog Seeks Cryptocurrency Expert to Address EU Regulations
(9) Associate (Intelligence) Crypto - 12 month FTC | Financial Conduct Authority | LinkedIn
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2/6/2020 • 5 minutes, 19 seconds
"Use Rubles to Buy Crypto at Binance" - February 5, 2020
Today's blockchain and crypto news.
Blockchain Takes Off for Aviation MRO Industry
ConsenSys Shifts Focus, Lays Off 14 Percent
Use Rubles to Buy Crypto at Binance
Links:
Aircraft Maintenance, Repair Industry Is Latest to Form Blockchain Alliance
Ethereum Incubator ConsenSys Slashes Headcount 14% in Latest Strategic Shift - CoinDesk
Binance Adds Support for Instant Crypto Purchases With Russian Ruble
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2/5/2020 • 6 minutes, 18 seconds
"Waves Forms Association" - February 4, 2020
Blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitspark Extinguished
US Marshals Auction Bitcoin
Waves Form Association
Links:
Bitspark Shuts Down Amid Restructuring, Coronavirus and Protests
US Marshals Will Auction $40M in Bitcoin This Month - CoinDesk
Waves Launched a Non-Profit Association Under German Law
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2/4/2020 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
"Winklevoss Bros Net Six Patents" February 3, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Aztec Launches on Ethereum
Fowler Tell US Government "No Deal"
Winklevoss Brothers Net Six Crypto Patents
Links:
Privacy on Ethereum: Aztec Protocol Launches on Mainnet
Reginald Fowler Rejects Plea Deal in Crypto 'Shadow Bank' Case - CoinDesk
Crypto Tycoon Winklevoss Brothers Obtain Six Stablecoin Patents
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2/3/2020 • 6 minutes, 15 seconds
"Blockchain at the Big Game" February 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $9,420
XRP is up 7% at at 25 cents
and Ethereum is up 5% at $190
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Status up 27%
Bitshares up 17%
Avocados from Mexico is taking blockchain to the big game.
Jack Dorsey has introduced a Bitcoin emoji on twitter.
The chairman of the CFTC said that the crypto market could soon see the launch of ether based futures contract.
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2/2/2020 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
"Security & Confidence" February 1, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $9,352
XRP is up 2% at at 24 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $181
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bytecoin up 34%
Centrality up 18%
NEM up 15%
Ring is in the news this week for compromised security.
Ethereum miners are holding on to their ethereum tokens which could be and indication of their confidence in the project.
Google has reinstated Bitcoin Blast in the google play store.
Kraken’s security team has shown that hackers can exploit Trezor hardware wallets in under 15 minutes.
Links:
Ethereum Miners' ETH Holdings Near Record Highs - CoinDesk
Third-Party Trackers Are Pulling Your Data Off Ring's Android App - CoinDesk
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2/1/2020 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
"Tokenize everything" January 31, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $9.264
XRP is down half a % at at 23 cents
and Ethereum is up half a % at $177
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Latoken up 20%
Monacoin up 17%
V Systems up 15%
TruStory which raised $3 million in 2018 to form a token-based digital debate platform is shuttering.
Curioinvest and Merj have linked up to offer tokens backed by rare and luxury cars.
A cryptocurrency mining malware has been located in a wallpaper of the late basketball legend Kobe Bryant.
Cambodia’s central bank is set to launch a blockchain based interbank payments platform this quarter.
Links:
VC-backed token project TruStory is shutting down because of ‘unsustainable’ business model - The Block
Two firms partner to tokenize luxury cars, including Ferrari - The Block
Cambodia’s central bank set to launch ‘quasi’ form of digital currency this quarter - The Block
Microsoft finds crypto mining malware in late Kobe Bryant's wallpaper - The Block
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1/31/2020 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"Coinbase Creates European Custody Unit" January 30, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Coinbase Creates Coinbase Custody International
Bakt: No Biz
Bank of Japan and CBDCs: Be Prepared
Links:
Coinbase Launches International Cryptocurrency Custody Arm
Literally No One Is Trading Bakkt’s Bitcoin Options - CoinDesk
Bank of Japan Must Be Ready to Issue Digital Currency, Says Exec
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1/30/2020 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
"Syscoin Bridge to Ethereum Live on Mainnet" January 29, 2020
Today's blockchain and crypto news.
New Index
Syscoin Bridge to Ethereum Live
Former PBoC Official Wants China Discussing Libra
Links:
Largest Japanese Consulting Firm to Launch New Cryptocurrency Index
Ex-PBoC Governor Urges China to Join Global Conversation on Libra - CoinDesk
Syscoin Bridge Mainnet Launch Success!
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1/29/2020 • 5 minutes, 28 seconds
"IBM Patents Self-Aware Token?" - January 28, 2020
Today's crypto and blockchain news.
Saudi Aramco Buys into Vakt
IBM Patents Self-Aware Token?
Links:
Oil Giant Saudi Aramco Buys Into Blockchain Trading Platform Vakt
IBM Awarded Patent for 'Self-Aware Token' - CoinDesk
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1/28/2020 • 6 minutes, 33 seconds
"Two Sue Sun" January 27, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Two Sue Sun
China Sees 714 More Crypto/Blockchain Firms in January
Crypto Mining Up in Iran
Links:
Ex-Employees Sue Tron’s Justin Sun for $15M Over Alleged Harassment
Over 700 Blockchain Firms Founded This Month in China, Over 26,000 in Operation
Over 1,000 Bitcoin Miners Granted Licenses in Iran: Report - CoinDesk
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1/27/2020 • 5 minutes, 35 seconds
"Regulation and Responsibility" January 26, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 2% at $8,448
XRP is up 2% at at 22 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $163
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Karatgold up 37%
Dragon coins up 16%
Obyte up 16%
Gemini passed its second level security compliance test administered by Deloitte.
Independent Reserve is expanding to Singapore after a positive response from the regulator.
AT&T says sim-swapping lawsuit fails to demonstrate responsibility on behalf of the telecom giant.
Harmony and the ONE token is moving to their own blockchain and leaving Ethereum and Binance.
Links:
Gemini now passes second-level security exam conducted by Deloitte - The Block
Major Australian Exchange Expands to Singapore for Crypto-Friendly Regs - CoinDesk
Crypto Exec’s $1.8M SIM-Swap Lawsuit Has ‘Critical Holes,’ Says AT&T - CoinDesk
Harmony Kicks Off Migration From Ethereum and Binance Chains to Its Own - CoinDesk
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1/26/2020 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
"Ok Internet Computer" January 25, 2020
Bitcoin is down 2% at $8,295
XRP is down 2.5% at at 21 cents
and Ethereum is down 1.5% at $161
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
BOScoin up 64%
Robotina up 19%
NKN up 19%
Lancashire cricket club is partnering with TixnGO and will issue its season tickets over the blockchain
BlockFi is adjusting interest rates to attract larger crypto deposits.
Alexander Vinnik, the alleged operator of the BTC-e exchange will be extradited to France from Greece.
Dfinity has demonstrated an open version of linkedIN they’re calling linkedUP.
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1/25/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"500 Episodes of Daily Crypto Report" January 24th, 2020
Today's blockchain and crypto news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $8,417
XRP is down slightly at at 22 cents
and Ethereum is even at $161
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Content Value Network up 55%
Melon up 44%
and Centrality up 28%
Japanese lawmakers are working on a proposal to issue digital currency.
Senators from Hawaii have filed a bill that would allow banks to offer crypto custodial services
Ripple is in the news for a Q4 report that saw their sales decline by 80% in Q4.
Links:
Japanese lawmakers are working on a proposal to issue digital currency - The Block
Hawaii senators file a bill to allow banks to offer crypto custody services - The Block
Ripple’s IPO could come within 12 months, suggests CEO - The Block
Ripple’s XRP sales declined by 80% in Q4 - The Block
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1/24/2020 • 5 minutes, 30 seconds
"Square Patent Big" January 23, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Globalists Create CBDC Toolkit
Square Patent Big
Regulated Real Estate Fund on the Chain
Links:
World Economic Forum Debuts Framework for Central Bank Digital Currency
Jack Dorsey's Square Wins Patent for Fiat-to-Crypto Payments Network - CoinDesk
Liechtenstein Regulators Approve Ethereum-Based Real Estate Fund - CoinDesk
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1/23/2020 • 5 minutes, 38 seconds
"Central Bankers Study CBDC" January 22, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Central Bankers Admit Libra Stimulated
China Considers Adding Blockchain to Social Credit System
Blockchain Association Files Brief Supporting Telegram in SEC Suit
Links:
Japanese Ex-Central Banker: Libra Spurred Us to Take CBDCs Seriously
Chinese Experts Suggest Using Blockchain Tech in ‘Social Credit’ System
Blockchain Association Sides With Telegram Against SEC, Says Grams Are Not Securities - CoinDesk
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1/22/2020 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"To Catch a Crypto Thief" January 21, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $8,642
XRP is up 3% at 23 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $167
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Sirin labs token up 25%
Pivx up 19%
Bitcoin sV up 18%
Australian firm Raiz is launching a micro-investment fund with Gemini as the custodian.
The ousting of Bitmain's largest shareholder seems to be complete for the time being.
Canada is hammering out the details around a $130K development deal for blockchain steel tracking.
Monerium is set to issue e-money on Algorand’s proof of stake blockchain protocol platform.
UK’s tax authority wants to deploy a blockchain analytics tool to catch crypto cybercriminals.
Links:
Investing spare change in bitcoin - Australian firm launching a fund with Gemini as the custodian - The Block
How Was It Possible for Bitmain to Oust Its Largest Shareholder Overnight? - CoinDesk
Canada Forges $130,000 Development Deal for Steel-Tracking Blockchain - CoinDesk
Monerium to issue e-money on Alogrand's proof-of-stake blockchain protocol - The Block
UK’s tax authority wants to deploy a blockchain analytics tool to catch crypto cybercriminals - The Block
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1/21/2020 • 6 minutes
"Tax and the law" January 20, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $8,543
XRP is down 3% at 22 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $161
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ethlend up 27%
Smartcash up 16%
The SEC says Telegram launched its token sale because it was short on cash and needed to pay for servers.
KyberSwap is swapping Malta for BVI because of AMLD5.
Plaintiffs in three separate punitive class action lawsuits against Bitfinex and Tether will consolidate their cases.
Bitcoin miners across the world brought in an estimated $5 billion in revenue in 2019.
The government of South Korea is planning to charge 20% tax on income from crypto transactions.
Links:
SEC: Cash-Strapped Telegram Launched 2018 Token Sale to Pay for Servers - CoinDesk
Another crypto firm moving out of the EU in response to 5AMLD, this time non-custodial exchange KyberSwap - The Block
Plaintiffs Move to Combine Their Market-Manipulation Lawsuits Against Bitfinex and Tether - CoinDesk
Bitcoin miners made an estimated $5 billion in revenue during 2019 - The Block
South Korea plans 20% tax on crypto gains - The Block
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1/20/2020 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
"The long arm of the law" January 19, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 3% at $8,598
XRP is down 3% at 23 cents
and Ethereum is down 5% at $164
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cybervein up 29%
Salus up 25%
and Waltonchain up 17%
Reginald Fowler is moving towards a guilty plea for running an unlicensed money transmission business.
The CSA, Canada's top financial watchdog has told crypto exchanges they will be subject to securities law if they act as custodians to users' digital assets.
Oklahoma senator Nathan Dahm is proposing creating a state-chartered financial institution that would serve as "the central depository for virtual currency used by governmental agencies in this state.”
The SEC has filed a civil suit on friday against Boaz Manor and Edith Pardo in connection with an allegedly fraudulent ICO that raised $30 million.
Links:
Alleged 'shadow banker' for crypto exchanges moves toward guilty plea on unlicensed money transmission business charge - The Block
Ex-NFL Team Owner Intends to Plead Guilty to Running Unlicensed Money Transmitter - CoinDesk
Canadian Regulatory Group Targets Crypto Exchanges Holding Users' Digital Assets - CoinDesk
Oklahoma lawmaker proposes state-chartered crypto depository - The Block
U.S. government files twin lawsuits against operators of Blockchain Terminal's $30 million ICO - The Block
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1/19/2020 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
"Technical developments" January 18, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $8,903
XRP is up 2% at 24 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $171
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Kick token up 96%
Steem up 34%
Bytecoin up 34%
Block.one is changing the blockchain structure behind Voice, its Facebook-challenging social network.
Binance partners with a subsidiary of Yahoo! Japan to operate a separate exchange in the country.
The Libra association forms a 5 member committee to oversee the technical development of the Libra project.
The Proof of Trust plans to list on the London Stock Exchange.
Links:
Binance ties up with Yahoo! Japan subsidiary to operate a separate exchange in the country - The Block
Libra Association forms 5-member committee to oversee technical development of the project - The Block
Blockchain Arbitration Firm Proof of Trust Plans London Stock Exchange Listing - CoinDesk
Block.One Will Not Launch Its Social Network on EOS - CoinDesk
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1/18/2020 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"Digital Dollar" January 17, 2020
It’s 8am Eastern, January 17th and this is your Daily Crypto Report.
Bitcoin is up 2% at $8,828
XRP is up 2% at 23 cents
and Ethereum is up 4% at $168
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ethereum classic up 29%
Monacoin up 23%
"Cold War" currency talks at a pre-davos conference.
Former CFTC Chairman Christopher Giancarlo, partners with former LabCFTC Director Daniel Gorfine to form the Digital Dollar Foundation.
Renewed efforts for a de minimis tax exemption heads back to the US Congress.
Links:
Currency 'Cold War' Takes Center Stage at Pre-Davos Crypto Confab - CoinDesk
Former CFTC Officials Ramp Up Push for Digital Dollar With Accenture Partnership - CoinDesk
New Congressional bill seeks de minimis tax exemption for smaller crypto transactions - The Block
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1/17/2020 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
"Control your private Keys" January 16, 2019
Bitcoin even at $8751 Ethereum down 1% at $164
XRP down 4% at 23 cents
Top gainers in the last 24 hours
Augur, up 41%
Metal, up 31%
Decentraland, up 17%
The Winklevoss Twins have launched insurance to cover up to $200 Million for Gemini Custody.
Cryptocurrency exchange Liquid has cancelled its sale of Telegram’s not-yet-launched Gram tokens.
Binance says it will restrict access for Japanese clients at an unspecified later date.
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1/16/2020 • 6 minutes, 15 seconds
"Consider Crypto Davos" January 15, 2020
Today's crypto and blockchain news.
Bitwise Withdraws ETF App
UN Raps N Korea Crypto Conference
Headed to WEF? Consider Crypto Davos
Links:
Bitwise Withdraws Long-Standing Bitcoin ETF Application
United Nations Says Stay Away From North Korean Crypto Conference
Storming the Gates: How 'Crypto Davos' Became a Thing - CoinDesk
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1/15/2020 • 5 minutes, 38 seconds
"Visa Buys Plaid and Dinwiddie Battles NBA" January 14, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Visa Buys Plaid for $5.3 Billion
LinkIn Says Blockchain Top Skill for 2020
Spencer Dinwiddie Battles NBA for Tech
Links:
Payments Giant Visa Acquires Fintech Firm Plaid for $5.3 Billion
Blockchain Will Be Most In-Demand Hard Skill in 2020: LinkedIn
NBA Stymies Spencer Dinwiddie's Plan To Sell A Crypto-Bond Backed By His $34M Contract | Zero Hedge
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1/14/2020 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
"Japan Cuts Risk" January 13, 2020
Today's crypto and blockchain news.
Japan's FSA Cuts Risk
BitMex: Lightening Less
Block.One Releases EOS.io 2.0
Links:
Japan's Financial Watchdog to Set Low Leverage Cap for Crypto Margin Traders: Report - CoinDesk
Privacy and Scalability of Lightning Network Lower Than Expected: Report
Block.One Released Major EOS.io Blockchain Software Update EOS.io 2.0
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1/13/2020 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
"Blockchain innovations at CES" January 12, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up half a % at $8,129
XRP is up 1% at 21 cents
and Ethereum is up slightly at $143
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bitcapital vendor up 186%
Cortex up 30%
Educare up 24%
Ethereum classic complete its Agharta update this morning.
CES saw two blockchain devices pick up accolades.
LedgerX has named the former chief technology officer as the new CEO.
The SEC has filed documents indicating that telegram kept selling tokens after their 1.7 billion ICO
Links:
Ethereum Classic Successfully Completes ‘Agharta’ Hard Fork - CoinDesk
Hardware Is Hard: Two Blockchain Devices Win Plaudits at CES 2020 - CoinDesk
LedgerX Names Former Chief Tech Officer as New CEO - CoinDesk
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1/12/2020 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Always be innovating" January 11, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2% at $8,063
XRP is up 1% at 21 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% $142
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bytecoin up 37%
Steem up 23%
The people’s bank of china has said that the top level of its design for their digital currency has reached completion.
Spencer Dinwiddie says he's going to be allowed to tokenize his contract beginning January 13th.
A revised lawsuit is coming back to Bitfinex and Tether for allegedly manipulating the bitcoin market.
A LedgerX board member is raising his concerns about the ousting of the founders.
Links:
China’s central bank says it has completed ‘top-level’ design of digital currency - The Block
Market manipulation lawsuit against Bitfinex, Tether has been revised and refiled - The Block
LedgerX Board Member Says Company in Disarray After Founders' Ouster - CoinDesk
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1/11/2020 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
"SEC & Regulations" January 10, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $7,871
XRP is up 1% at 20 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% $139
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bitcoin Diamond up 19%
Andrew Cuomo is proposing to make licensed cryptocurrency businesses pay for their own regulation costs.
The SEC is charging an alleged scammer for fraudulent crypto mining.
Derebit is moving to Panama and citing very strict AML regulations as the reason.
Telegram is requesting 5 to 7 weeks to gather the information that has been demanded of them by the SEC.
Links:
Telegram says it needs 5-7 weeks for gathering SEC requested details tied to its token sale - The Block
NY governor: crypto businesses should pay for their own regulation costs - The Block
SEC charges alleged scammer for fraudulent crypto mining operation - The Block
Dutch Derivatives Exchange Deribit to Move to Crypto-Friendly Panama - CoinDesk
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1/10/2020 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
"Thirty Million Dollar Grant" January 9, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
SCB Easy Debuts
$30 Million Grant Available
Virgil Griffith Indicted
Links:
Thai Bank Launches App For Instant Cross-Border Payments Powered By Ripple
Nervos Network Will Hand Out $30M to Encourage Third-Party Development - CoinDesk
US Grand Jury Indicts Ethereum Researcher Virgil Griffith Over North Korea Trip
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1/9/2020 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
"Does Senator Loeffler Have a Conflict of Interest?" January 8, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Does Senator Loeffler Have a Conflict of Interest?
Links:
Former Bakkt CEO to Help Oversee CFTC in Congress - CoinDesk
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1/8/2020 • 5 minutes, 47 seconds
"BitBox Boots XRP" January 7, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
BitBox to Delist XRP January 16
Signature Bank and Prime Trust Bank Join Payments Platforms
Virginia Considering Blockchain Tech for Elections
Links:
Messenger Giant Line’s Crypto Exchange to Delist XRP This Month
Rivals Signature Bank and Prime Trust Team to Offer Instant Payments for Institutions - CoinDesk
US State of Virginia Legislature Looks to Blockchain for Elections
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1/7/2020 • 6 minutes, 1 second
"Great Coffee? Thank My Farmer" January 6, 2020
Blockchain and cryptocurrency news today.
SEC Wants Comments on "Accredited Investor"
Brad Garlinghouse Stirs the Pot
Thank My Farmer Debuts at CES
Links:
Closer Look at SEC ‘Accredited Investor’ Revamp Suggests Little Will Change - CoinDesk
IBM and Fair Trade Initiative Demo Blockchain-Based Coffee Tracking App
Ripple CEO: We Can't Control XRP Price Any More Than Bitcoin Whales
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1/6/2020 • 6 minutes, 11 seconds
"Hard forks and hard time" January 5, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2% at $7,463
XRP is up 1% at 19 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% $136
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dash up 12%
China’s State Intellectual Property Office is re-evaluating and revising its application guidebook for blockchain patents.
This week Ethereum completed its second hard fork in less than 30 days.
A dark web drug dealer has been arraigned in federal court in Brooklyn for dealing in exchange for bitcoin.
Bitcoin was up late this week after a US attack killed a top iranian military commander
Links:
China's revised patent rules adjust process for applications focused on blockchain, AI - The Block
Compared to Gaming and Gambling Dapps, DeFi Is Still Behind - CoinDesk
Muir Glacier: Ethereum Hard Forks for Second Time in One Month - CoinDesk
US Citizen Accepting Bitcoin for Narcotics Indicted by DOJ - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Jumps 5%, Gaining With Gold, After US Kills Top Iranian Official - CoinDesk
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1/5/2020 • 5 minutes, 33 seconds
"News from the courts" January 4, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down half a % at $7,315
XRP is down 1% at 19 cents
and Ethereum is down slightly at $133
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Refereum, up 20%
Streamr up 19%
and Waltonchain up 15%
Digital Capital Management has sued law firm Faegre Baker Daniels for providing “erroneous” legal services.
Investment firm Vanguard is implementing commission-free online trading for stocks and options.
Longfin CEO Venkata Meenavalii has agreed to pay 400,000 in disgorgement and penalties to the SEC.
Ethereum developer Virgil Griffith who was arrested in November is set to be released to his parents home in Alabama.
Links:
Ethereum Developer Virgil Griffith to Be Released on Bail to Parents - CoinDesk
Vanguard rolls out zero-fee trading for stocks and options - The Block
Longfin CEO agrees to settle SEC fraud action for $400,000 - The Block
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1/4/2020 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Innovation, data leaks and lawsuits" January 3, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 3% at $7,327
XRP is up 1% at 19 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $132
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ethos, up 79%
Loom Network up 24%
Particl up 22%
Moeda loyalty points up 15%
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is selling oil and gold for his cryptocurrency the Petro.
The ECB is urging European banks to come up against Facebook’s Libra with an even cheaper payment solution
The SEC is saying that Telegram refuses to turn over bank records related to the GRAM sale
Poloniex is in the news after refuting a data leak.
Links:
Venezuela to sell oil and gold for petro cryptocurrency, says Maduro - The Block
Crypto exchange Poloniex denies data leak after resetting passwords for some users - The Block
Crypto fund has sued law firm Faegre Baker for ‘erroneous’ legal advice - The Block
Telegram refuses to share 'bank records' related to its token sale, says SEC - The Block
ECB official urges European banks to counter Facebook’s Libra with a cheaper payment solution - The Block
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1/3/2020 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
"Bitcoin Rings in New Year on Hash Rate High" - January 2, 2020
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Ethereum Hards Forks, Again!
IMF Wants Philippines to Collect Crypto Exchange Data
Bitcoin Rings in New Year on Hash Rate High
Links:
Ethereum Completes Muir Glacier Hard Fork But Leaves One Client Behind
IMF Urges Philippines’ Central Bank to Collect Crypto Exchange Data
Bitcoin Kicks Off 2020 More Secure Than Ever as Hash Rate Hits Record
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1/2/2020 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
"Beep Coin Wallet is Beep" January 1, 2020
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Chrome Extension Ethereum Wallet Stealing Data
Ethereum Network Foils Attack
XRP Lost 66% Against BTC in 2019
Links:
Chrome Browser Extension Ethereum Wallet Injects Malicious JavaScript To Steal Data
Ethereum Network Overcame Intentional Attack Affecting Parity Nodes
XRP Price Lost 66% Against BTC in 2019 — Will the Pain End in 2020?
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1/1/2020 • 5 minutes, 35 seconds
"DLive Joins BitTorrent Ecosystem" December 31, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Virgil Griffith Gets Bail
Turkish Bank Live with Gold-backed Crypto-Transfer System
DLive Joins BitTorrent Ecosystem
Links:
Ethereum Developer Virgil Griffith to Be Released on Bail to Parents - CoinDesk
Turkish Bank’s Blockchain Platform for Digital Gold Transfers Goes Live
DLive Joins BitTorrent Ecosystem to Make Blockchain-Based Content Sharing Mainstream
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12/31/2019 • 5 minutes, 39 seconds
"Regulation and taxes" December 30, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $7,302
XRP is down slightly at 19 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $132
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Library credits, up 22%
China is gearing up for it’s first possible blockchain ETF.
Bithumb receives tax bill just shy of $70 million.
The IOTA Foundation says mainnet has been fixed
Ripple targets more partnerships with Brazilian banks in the coming year.
Treadway commission set to issue guidance over uses of blockchain in supply chain management & financial services.
Links:
China could soon have its first blockchain ETF - The Block
Ripple plans to expand partnerships with Brazilian banks in 2020 - The Block
Crypto exchange Bithumb hit with a massive tax bill of over $69M - The Block
Treadway Commission to Issue Blockchain Security Guidance in 2020 - CoinDesk
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12/30/2019 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
"Compliance and centrality" December 29th 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 0.5% at $7,348
XRP is up 1% at 19 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $129
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Library credits, up 25%
Coinbase Wallet is set to remove it’s Dapp to comply with Apple’s app store policy.
Paraguay is set to develop regulation to comply with the FATF’s guidance on virtual asset service providers.
18 central banks are developing sovereign digital currencies
Huobi Global is launching a fiat-currency gateway for its Indonesian subsidiary
Links:
Coinbase Wallet to remove DApp browser to comply with Apple's policy - The Block
Huobi launches fiat-to-crypto gateway in Indonesia - The Block
At least 18 central banks are developing sovereign digital currencies - The Block
Paraguay audits crypto to develop regulation to comply with FATF - The Block
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12/29/2019 • 5 minutes, 36 seconds
"The powers that be" December 28, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $7,302
XRP is up 3% at 19 cents
and Ethereum is up 2.5% at $127
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
LBRY credits, up 17%
Bitfinex has beefed up its KYC process.
Virgil Griffith, the ethereum research scientist, has been denied bail by the US attorney’s office.
Google has suspended MetaMask’s Android client from its app store.
Project Sand Dollar will kick off today in Exuma.
Swiss president Ueli Maurer stated that Libra does not have a chance of being successful.
Links:
Bitfinex tightens its KYC process, asking verified users to submit additional information - The Block
Central Bank of The Bahamas to begin piloting digital currency - The Block
Google suspends MetaMask's Android client; rejects appeal - The Block
Ethereum research scientist Virgil Griffith denied bail in North Korea case - The Block
Swiss president: The current form of Facebook's Libra has 'failed' - The Block
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12/28/2019 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"YouTube Walks Back Crypto Purge" December 27, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
YouTube Walks Back Crypto Purge
South Korea Studies CBDC
Regulation vs Privacy in 2020
Links:
YouTube Calls Crypto Purge a Mistake But Many Videos Still Missing - CoinDesk
South Korea Forms Task Force for Central Bank Digital Currency Research
Binance Blockade of Wasabi Wallet Could Point to a Crypto Crack-Up - CoinDesk
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12/27/2019 • 5 minutes, 30 seconds
"YouTube Wipes Crypto Content" December 26, 2019
Today's blockchain and crytocurrency news.
TenCent Ramps Up Team
YouTube Darth Vaders Crypo Content
Russia Rocked by Crypto-Related Bomb Threats
Hedera Hashgraph Asks Investors to Wait
Links:
Hedera Hashgraph Asks Investors to Wait Longer for Tokens After Price Crash - CoinDesk
Cryptocurrency Influencers Speak Out On YouTube Deleting Crypto-Related Content
Bomb Threats Demanding Bitcoin Force Evacuations Across Russia - CoinDesk
Chinese Internet Giant Tencent to Launch Digital Currency Research Team - CoinDesk
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12/26/2019 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
"News & Holiday Pause" December 23, 2019
We'll be off the 24th and 25th for the holiday.
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 5 % at $7,572
XRP is up 1% at 19 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $133
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cortex, up 17%
Blockforce filed a proposal for an exchange traded fund composed of 15% bitcoin and 85% global currencies.
Poloniex has dropped KYC for their new level one account tier that has a daily withdrawal limit of $10k per day.
Coinbase announced that they will be "sunsetting Earn.com to focus exclusively on Coinbase Earn."
Links:
Poloniex exchange drops KYC for withdrawals of up to $10,000 per day - The Block
Coinbase to begin 'sunsetting Earn.com'; will focus on Coinbase Earn product - The Block
Why the SEC Asked Blockforce Capital to Pull a Bitcoin ETF Proposal as Soon as It Was Filed - CoinDesk
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12/23/2019 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"Patents, Patents, Patents" December 22, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up half a percent at $7,183
XRP is up 1.5% at 19 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $129
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
LBRY credits, up 37%
Primecoin up 23%
Bitwise has penned a new letter to the SEC trying to address their ETF concerns.
USPTO sides with Disney over Tron foundation's attempts to trademark Tron, TronNetwork and Tronix.
The SEC is postponing a decision on a proposal filed by Wilshire Phoenix until February.
The Chinese internet giant Alibaba Group has won two U.S. patents designed to make its blockchain network safer and faster.
Blockchain security firm CipherTrace has partnered with the Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative to track cryptocurrency transactions from suspected traffickers.
Links:
Bitwise writes to SEC again, saying it is ‘committed’ to creating a bitcoin ETF - The Block
Tron Foundation partner sought U.S. trademarks but Disney pushed back and won - The Block
SEC Punts Decision on Wilshire Phoenix's Bitcoin ETF Proposal to February - CoinDesk
Alibaba Patents Would Secure, Accelerate Its Consortium Blockchain - CoinDesk
CipherTrace to Tackle 'Modern-Day Slavery' With Crypto Analytics - CoinDesk
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12/22/2019 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
December 21, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down half a percent at $7,156
XRP is down 1% at 19 cents
and Ethereum is down half a percent at $127
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Counterparty, up 13%
Eight congressmen have asked the IRS to clarify crypto tax rules around airdrops and forks.
The french financial markets authority has granted its first approval for an ICO.
Binance has invested in crypto derivatives platform FTX.
The SEC has settled charges against an ICO issuer and levied a $250k fine.
Blockchain (dot) com has added support for the british pound sterling.
Links:
SEC settles charges against ICO issuer, imposes $250k fine - The Block
As Brexit looms, Blockchain.com’s crypto exchange adds support for GBP, with UK Faster Payments Scheme - The Block
French regulator grants its first approval for an initial coin offering - The Block
US Lawmakers Ask IRS to Clarify Crypto Tax Rules Around Airdrops, Forks in New Letter - CoinDesk
Binance Invests Undisclosed Sum in Crypto Derivatives Platform FTX - CoinDesk
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12/21/2019 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
"Ripple raises more funds" December 20, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 1% at $7,177
XRP is up 2% at 19 cents
and Ethereum up 1% at $128
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Decentraland , up 19%
NavCoin up 18%
Robinhood is facing a fine for failing to ensure the best execution when routing customer orders.
Blockstream is making an effort to keep the peace on the lightning network with Watchtowers
Ripple has taken on more funding in a 200 million series C led by Tetragon.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has been awarded a U.S. patent for a Bitcoin sending method.
A British national has been extradited to the U.S. for his alleged participation in “The Dark Overlord” hacker group.
Links:
Robinhood fined $1.25M for failing to ensure best execution when routing customer orders - The Block
Blockstream's 'Watchtowers' Will Bring a New Justice System to the Lightning Network - CoinDesk
Ripple Raises $200M in Series-C Round Led by Tetragon - CoinDesk
Coinbase CEO Armstrong Wins Patent for Tech Allowing Users to Email Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Alleged 'Dark Overlord' Hacker Gang Member Extradited to US - CoinDesk
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12/20/2019 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"SEC to look for sophistication" December 19, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 8% at $7,217
XRP is up 4%% at 19 cents
and Ethereum up 4% at $127
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Stratis , up 21%
Horizon up 16%
Library credits up 15%
Federal reserve governor Lael Brainard feels that the Facebook-led Libra project has a “core set of legal and regulatory challenges” ahead.
BitGo is sounding the alarm for its Bitcoin SV customers.
The SEC is proposing a long over-due update in their accredited investor process.
US authorities have arrested and formally charged a 19 year old from Brooklyn over a sim-swapping identity and crypto theft.
Links:
US authorities arrest alleged SIM swapper for stealing $1M in crypto - The Block
SEC proposes wider definition of 'accredited investor' to expand market access - The Block
BitGo Warns Users to Withdraw Bitcoin SV Over Hard Fork Threat to Wallets - CoinDesk
Libra Lacks Clarity on 'Opaque' Currency Basket, Says Fed Reserve Governor - CoinDesk
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12/19/2019 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
"Smart contract tests in open beta" December 18, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 1% at $6,838
XRP is down 3% at 19 cents
and Ethereum down 1% at $127
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Counterparty, up 13%
Kraken is in the headlines as an ex-employee is suing the company for unethical and illegal tactics in a discrimination lawsuit.
Ernst & Young has made its token and smart contract review service available for public testing in an open beta.
HTC is cutting jobs, but remaining focused on a handful of high-end products, including the EXODUS.
Fenbushi a blockchain venture firm has thrown its hat into the staking business ring.
Authorities in China’s Hunan provence are investigating blockchain-based fitness app Qubu.
Links:
Ex-Kraken Employee Alleges 'Unethical and Illegal Tactics' in Discrimination Lawsuit - CoinDesk
EY Launches Token and Smart Contract Testing Service in Open Beta - CoinDesk
HTC to Increase Focus on Blockchain Phones, AI After New Staff Cuts - CoinDesk
Blockchain venture firm Fenbushi gets into staking business, aiming to attract the Asian market - The Block
Chinese authorities investigating blockchain-based fitness app Qubu for alleged illegal fundraising - The Block
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12/18/2019 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
"State Street Bank Partners with Gemini Trust" December 17, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Leslie Tam is New Strategy Officer for CoinFlex
Accenture Partners with TradeIX to Onboard for Marco Polo
State Street Partners with Gemini Trust for Tracking
Links:
Accenture Will Board Corporates Onto Marco Polo Shipping Blockchain - CoinDesk
Former Binance Head of Trading Joins CoinFlex As Chief Strategy Officer
State Street Teams up With Winklevoss-Founded Gemini Exchange for Digital Assets Trial - CoinDesk
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12/17/2019 • 5 minutes, 24 seconds
"If You Can't Compete, Call the Cops" December 16, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
MicroBT Founder Arrested
Coincheck Halts Leveraged Trades
TaTa Announces QuartzDevKit
Links:
Founder of Bitmain Rival MicroBT Arrested for Alleged Embezzlement - CoinDesk
Cryptocurrency Exchange Coincheck to Halt Leveraged Trading in Q1 2020
Tata Consultancy Services Launches Blockchain App Deployment Kit
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12/16/2019 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
"A strong case for institutional custody" December 15, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $7,094
XRP is down slightly at 21 cents
and Ethereum down slightly at $142
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Byteball, up 13%
ING, the largest bank in the netherlands is reportedly getting into the cryptocurrency custody market.
A hacker stole just under 7 million dollars at the end of this week from the VeChain foundation.
QuadrigaCX is back in the news after some former users are asking the police to confirm that the CEO is indeed dead.
Stellar Lumens was trying to do a 2 billion XLM token drop on Keybase, but the move got overrun by scammers.
Links:
QuadrigaCX creditors request proof of the exchange CEO's death - The Block
Stellar Tried to Give Away 2B XLM Tokens on Keybase. Then the Spammers Came - CoinDesk
Hacker steals $6.7 million worth of tokens from VeChain Foundation - The Block
Banking giant ING said to be entering into crypto custody space - The Block
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12/15/2019 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
December 14, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 1% at $7,165
XRP is down slightly at 21 cents
and Ethereum down 1% at $142
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Referum, up 16%
The Swiss government thinks a digital Swiss Franc would do more damage than it would do good.
Glencore PLC, a major cobalt miner is joining the Responsible Sourcing Blockchain Network.
Franklin Templeton has led an undisclosed funding round for blockchain startup Proof of Impact.
Justin Sun and Yi-he, the founder of Tron, and the co-founder of Binance have had their Weibo accounts blocked.
Links:
'New Risks': Swiss Government Skeptical on Central Bank Digital Currency - CoinDesk
Mining Giant Glencore to Trace Cobalt Using 'Responsible Sourcing' Blockchain Consortium - CoinDesk
Franklin Templeton invests undisclosed sum in blockchain startup Proof of Impact - The Block
Weibo accounts of Justin Sun and Binance co-founder are blocked - The Block
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12/14/2019 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"Ahead of the curve" December 13, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up half a percent at $7,229
XRP is down 1% at 22 cents
and Ethereum is up slightly at $144
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Navcoin, up 16%
The large cap cryptocurrencies remain one of the biggest investment success stories of the decade.
A darknet marketplace in Russia is looking to raise 146 million through a token sale in an effort to fund a worldwide expansion.
Lightcurve is laying off 40% of its staff to become more agile again.
The European Central Bank is looking to get ahead of the curve on stable coins and accelerate its efforts in the digital currency space
Links:
Cryptocurrency Is Still the World's Best Performing Asset Class This Year - CoinDesk
Russia's Largest Darknet Market Is Hawking an ICO to Fund Global Expansion - CoinDesk
Blockchain project Lisk's unit Lightcurve lays off 40% of staff to become ‘more agile again’ - The Block
The European Central Bank hopes to get "ahead of the curve" on stablecoins - The Block
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12/13/2019 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
December 12, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
SEBA Banks Crypto in Nine New Countries
Consensys Closes India, Philippines
BITMEX Sued for 300 Million Dollars
Links:
Regulated Swiss Crypto Bank SEBA Expands Services to 9 New Countries
Bitcoin Exchange BitMEX Faces $300M Investor Lawsuit Over Lost Equity
ConsenSys Is Shutting Down Offices in India and the Philippines
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12/12/2019 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
December 11, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Lithuania Central Bank Heading to CBDC
Rosetti Catches the Waves
Cuban Green Lights Bitcoin, Finally
Links:
Central Bank 'Parental Controls' Obsolete for Crypto: Bank of Lithuania
Russia’s National Energy Grid Operator Tests Blockchain for Retail Payments
Bitcoin ‘Can Be’ A Reliable Financial Instrument After All: Mark Cuban
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12/11/2019 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
December 10, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Nayuta: Lightening Network Wallet with Full Bitcoin Node
China Construction Bank Helps Small Biz with Blockchain Platform
HBUS Shuts Down
Links:
Lightning Network Archives - CoinDesk
Banking Archives - CoinDesk
Huobi’s US-Based Crypto Trading Platform HBUS Ceases Operations
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12/10/2019 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
December 9, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
OKEx Launches Options Trading
China Tests Digital Cash Soon
Links:
Markets Archives - CoinDesk
Central Banks Archives - CoinDesk
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12/9/2019 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
"Upgrade to Istanbul" December 8, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down slightly at $7,538
XRP is up 1.5% at 23 cents
and Ethereum is up slightly at $148
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dentacoin, up 15%
Istanbul upgrade goes live on Ethereum.
Deutsche bank is saying crypto has the potential to replace cash by 2030.
Securitize the security token platform has acquired Japan’s blockchain technology consultancy firm BuildL.
The bitcoin network set a new record for processing 8.9 billion in on-chain transactions in a single hour.
Links:
Securitize acquires Japanese consultancy firm BUIDL - The Block
Deutsche Bank says crypto could replace cash by 2030 as fiat system looks ‘fragile’ - The Block
Istanbul upgrade goes live on Ethereum - The Block
Bitcoin Breaks Records: $8.9 Billion Processed In An Hour
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12/8/2019 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
"The DEC of the SEC" December 7, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is 2.5% at $7,544
XRP is up 1.6% at 22 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $148
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Odyssey, up 22%
Kadena has set its first project—the tracking of CBD oil.
The NYDIG has locked down an approval from the SEC to offer institutional investors shares of a new fund that is built around bitcoin futures.
The SEC is looking for Telegram’s former chief investment advisor to testify related to the Telegram GRAM sale.
The Bank of China has issued 20 billion yuan in blockchain based bonds for small enterprises.
Coinbase’s debit card has offered support for DAI.
Links:
Coinbase’s Visa debit card adds support for DAI stablecoin - The Block
Bank of China Issues $2.8B in Bonds for Small Businesses Using Blockchain Tech - CoinDesk
Asset Manager Secures SEC Approval to Create Novel Bitcoin Futures Fund - CoinDesk
Kadena Blockchain Taps Healthcare Data Firm to Track Medical Cannabis Product - CoinDesk
SEC Reveals Telegram's Communications With Investors, Seeks to Question Advisor - CoinDesk
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12/7/2019 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
"A Brave new world" December 6, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down slightly at $7,381
XRP is up 2.6% at 22 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $146
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dentacoin, up 15%
US treasury secretary Steve Mnuchin and federal reserve chairman Powell are not keen to issue a digital dollar within the next 5 years.
Brad Sherman of California who has been outspokenly opposed to crypto has been elected as chairman of the subcommittee on investor protection.
Brave browser has crossed a notable threshold to 10 million monthly active users.
Kraken has added support for the swiss franc in a partnership with lichtenstein based Bank Frick.
Great North data, a Canadian government-backed bitcoin miner has filed for bankruptcy while owing creditors over 7 million.
Links:
Mnuchin, Powell see no need to issue digital dollar 'in the next 5 years' - The Block
Anti-crypto Congressman Brad Sherman elected to chair Subcommittee on Investor Protection - The Block
Privacy-focused Brave browser crosses 10M monthly active users - The Block
Kraken adds support for Swiss francs - The Block
Canadian government-backed bitcoin miner goes bankrupt, owing millions to creditors - The Block
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12/6/2019 • 5 minutes, 30 seconds
December 5, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blolckchain news.
Sean Neville Resigns as Circle Co-CEO
Bakkt CEO Loeffler to US Senate
Links:
Circle Archives - CoinDesk — Circle
Politics Archives - CoinDesk
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12/5/2019 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
December 4, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
State Street Fires Developers
StrandHogg on Your Android?
Japan: No to CBDC
Links:
State Street Bank Archives - CoinDesk
StrandHogg: Serious Android vulnerability leaves most apps vulnerable to attacks.
No Demand for a State Digital Currency in Japan: Central Bank Governor
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12/4/2019 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
December 3, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
CZ: Turkey Big on Crypto
Monero Hard Forks
Wisdom-Tree Launches ETP on SIX
Links:
Binance’s CZ: This Vibrant Country Is One of the Fastest-Growing Crypto Nations
Monero Implements Hard Fork, Including New ASIC-Resistant Mining Algorithm
Swiss Stock Exchange SIX Lists Physically-Backed Bitcoin ETP
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12/3/2019 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
December 2, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Dutch Regulators Cripple Crypto?
South Africa Central Bank Has New Crypto Rules
Links:
Regulation Archives - CoinDesk
South African Central Bank to Reportedly Introduce New Crypto Regulations
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12/2/2019 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
December 1, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Cisco Patents Blockchain on 5G
Virgil Griffith Arrested
Links:
Cisco Archives - CoinDesk
Ethereum Archives - CoinDesk
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12/1/2019 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
November 30, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 3% at $7,760
XRP is up 1% at 23 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $154
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
DigixDAO, up 33%
Streamr, up 24%
Hydro up 21%
and Burst up 16%
FBI arrest Virgil Griffith, programmer and developer who has worked with Ethereum since 2016.
Bakkt’s chief executive Kelly Loeffler has reportedly been selected to replace Senator Johnny Isakson.
German banks will be allowed to offer the sale and storage of crypto under new laws.
IBM has registered a patent that will stop rogue drones from stealing packages.
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11/30/2019 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
November 29, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Crypto-Santas Shop Here
Coinbase Wins KYC/AML Patent
IBM Anti-Drone Theft Patent Granted
Links:
Black Friday Archives - CoinDesk
Patents Archives - CoinDesk
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11/29/2019 • 6 minutes, 8 seconds
November 28, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
HSBC Migrates Records to Blockchain
Ethereum Block Propagation Time Cut Proven
Benoit Coeure Gets New Gig
Links:
ECB Archives - CoinDesk
HSBC Archives - CoinDesk — HSBC
Ethereum Archives - CoinDesk
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11/28/2019 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
November 27, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Omni Closing: Dev Team to Coinbase
UPbit Exchange Hit for $49 Million in Ether
IRS Gets a Pass
Links:
Coinbase Archives - CoinDesk
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11/27/2019 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
November 26, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Ripple Completes MoneyGram Deal
CryptoTrader.tax Launches Pro Product
Links:
Missouri Firm Launches New Software For Reporting Crypto Taxes
Ripple Archives - CoinDesk
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11/26/2019 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
November 25, 2019
Today's blockchain and crypto news.
Banque de France Wants CBDC
Bitfinex Sued Again
Links:
‘Mercenary and Baseless’ — Bitfinex Responds to New Lawsuit
France Archives - CoinDesk
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11/25/2019 • 5 minutes, 26 seconds
"All About That R&D" November 24, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down slightly at $7,195
XRP is up slightly at 23 cents
and Ethereum is up slightly at $149
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Streamr up 25%
Vechain up 20%
and Dentacoin up 15%
Bitcoin is up from it’s 6 month low of $6,800.
JP Morgan filed a patent application for a DLT based version of a revolving line of credit
The Algorand foundation released an update to their blockchain protocol
South Korea is looking to invest more than 380 million for blockchain research and development over the next 8 years
Links:
Algorand 2.0's New Non-Turing-Complete Smart Contracts Are a Feature, Not a Bug - CoinDesk
South Korea plans to invest over $380M for blockchain research and development - The Block
Bitcoin drops below $6,800, hitting a six-month low - The Block
JPMorgan Tests Private Blockchain to Track Auto Dealer Inventory - CoinDesk
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11/24/2019 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
November 23, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Finland Drills for Cyberattack
Bakkt Up
China Leans on Crypto
Links:
Finland Prepares For Bitcoin Ransomware Attack With Cyber Fire Drill
Bakkt Bitcoin Futures Set New Daily Record Trading Over $20M —
BTC $7,186 +1.89%
ETH $149 +3.04%
XRP $0.23 +1.45%
BCH $206 +2.43%
LTC $47 +2.44%
EOS $2.60 +3.25%
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11/23/2019 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
November 22, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 9% at $7,134
XRP is down 4% at 23 cents
and Ethereum is down 11% at $149
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Enigma up 18%
Dentacoin up 15%
A new bi-partisan bill would classify "managed stablecoins" as securities.
China central bank’s Shanghai unit announced a crack-down on crypto exchanges
The price of bitcoin slipped to a 6-month low of 7,000.
Chainalysis is laying off 20% of its employees as they’re looking for a "path to profitability."
Links:
Chainalysis lays off 20% of its employees to focus on 'path to profitability' - The Block
China central bank’s Shanghai unit officially announces to crack down on crypto exchanges - The Block
New bipartisan bill would classify 'managed stablecoins' as securities - The Block
Bitcoin Price Dips to Six-Month Low of $7,000 - CoinDesk
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11/22/2019 • 5 minutes, 30 seconds
November 21, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Silvergate Banks Expands to Serve Cryptoverse
ShapeShift Launches FOX Token
Big Crypto Mine in Texas
Links:
Mining Archives - CoinDesk
Exchanges Archives - CoinDesk
Banking Archives - CoinDesk
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Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
SEC Takes Second Look at BTC ETF
Crypto Is Go-To in Turmoil
Political Hacks Encouraged
Links:
US SEC Takes Another Look at Rejected Bitwise Bitcoin ETF Proposal
Spotlight on Bitcoin as HSBC Shuts Hong Kong Protest-Linked Account
Hacker Offers $100K in BTC as Bounty for Hacking Halliburton
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11/19/2019 • 6 minutes
November 18, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
China's PLA Considers Military Use of Blockchain
Venezuela Pensioners Get Petro for Christmas
Links:
Venezuela to Pay Retirees and Pensioners Christmas Bonus in Petro
China’s Army Considering a Blockchain Rewards System, Report
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11/18/2019 • 5 minutes, 13 seconds
November 17, 2019
Today's blockchain and cyrptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 0.5% at $8,543
XRP is up 1% at 26 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $184
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Enigma up 25%
Game Credits up 21%
Etherparty up 19%
and Dentacoin up 15%
Bitcoin Cash had a hard fork at the end of this week that resulted in a split of mining pool opinions as well.
A unit of the Ukrainian railways got caught red-handed diverting company electricity to mine bitcoin.
Revolut is talking to investors and looking to raise 500 million in new funding.
Binance has added the Turkish Lira in it’s direct fiat-to-crypto buying facility.
Facebook’s Libra testnet has deployed 34 projects and logged over 51,000 transactions.
Links:
Ukrainian Railways Branch Caught Mining Crypto With State Power - CoinDesk
Crypto-friendly investing app Revolut in talks to raise $500M for global expansion - The Block
As Bitcoin Cash Hard Forks, Unknown Mining Pool Continues Old Chain - CoinDesk
German Regulator Orders ‘KaratGold Coin’ Issuer to Cease Operations - CoinDesk
Facebook's Libra testnet has logged over 51,000 transactions, deployed 34 projects - The Block
Binance adds support for Turkish lira for direct crypto purchases - The Block
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11/17/2019 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
November 16, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 2% at $8,483
XRP is down 1.5% at 26 cents
and Ethereum is down .05% at $181
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
dentacoin up 15%
Alibaba is denying any partnership with Lolli.
Nestle and Carrefour are extending blockchain tracking to baby milk using IBM’s food trust platform.
BitGo said they are processing more than 20% of bitcoin
Derivitaves exchange CME group is launching bitcoin futures contracts in January.
Links:
Alibaba Denies 'Partnership' With Lolli, Highlighting Crypto Industry Pitfalls - CoinDesk
Nestle, Carrefour Extend Blockchain Tracking Effort to Baby Milk - CoinDesk
BitGo Says It’s Now Processing 20% of Bitcoin Transactions - CoinDesk
CME Says It Will Launch Bitcoin Options in January - CoinDesk
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11/16/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
November 15, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $8,671
XRP is down slightly 26 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $183
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Verge up 48%
Cortex up 40%
Horizon up 19%
and QuarkChain up 19%
Blockchain.com’s lending business is coming out of stealth mode.
Two men have been arrested and charged in a US district court in Boston for a nationwide SIM-swap plot.
Walmart’s Canada unit has built a blockchain solution to track, verify and automte payments for its carriers.
Coinmine has added interest to its at-home crypto miners.
Links:
Walmart builds blockchain solution to automate payments of its carriers in Canada - The Block
US authorities arrest 2 in alleged SIM swap cryptocurrency theft scheme - The Block
As credit concerns loom in crypto, Blockchain.com secretly builds multi-million dollar loan desk - The Block
WATCH: Coinmine Adds Interest Payments to Its At-Home Crypto Miners - CoinDesk
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11/15/2019 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
November 14, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $8,610
XRP is down 2.5% 26 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $186
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cortex up 48%
and Dentacoin, up 15%
Coinbase’s visa debit card has added support for XRP, BAT, Augur, Stellar and 0x.
Iran has announced new power tariffs for crypto miners, and is offering a bounty for exposing illegal mining operations.
Hackers are demanding 5 million in bitcoin as they hold Mexico’s national oil company Pemex in a cyberattack.
Justin Sun has confirmed his involvement in the investor group that acquired Poloniex from Circle.
Google is partnering with Citi bank to offer checking accounts under the moniker Cache.
Links:
Google plans to offer checking accounts in partnership with Citi bank - The Block
Hackers demand $5M in bitcoin from Mexico's national oil company Pemex - The Block
Iran announces power tariffs for crypto miners; offers bounty for exposing illegal operations - The Block
Coinbase’s crypto Visa debit card adds support for XRP and 4 more coins - The Block
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11/14/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
November 13, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $8,750
XRP is up half a percent at 27 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $186
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Komodo up 26%
Grin up 25%
Hydro up 17% and
Dentacoin, up 15%
Binance and HTC are partnering up to release a special edition of the Exodus 1 that will support Binance Chain.
Bittrex is un-freezing assets for some affected customers.
The Royal Bank of Canada is exploring the possibility of launching a crypto trading platform.
The Swiss crypto bank SEBA is going live after a FINMA greenlight
Links:
Bittrex Will Release Frozen Crypto to Former Users in Sanctioned Regimes - CoinDesk
Canada’s biggest bank exploring to launch cryptocurrency trading platform - The Block
Swiss crypto bank SEBA goes live after FINMA greenlight - The Block
Binance and HTC to launch crypto smartphones that support Binance Chain - The Block
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11/13/2019 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
November 12, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $8,806
XRP is up half a percent at 27 cents
and Ethereum is up half a percent at $185
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Grin up 17% and
Dentacoin, up 15%
Lolli landed a huge partnership for the Chinese Singles Day—they’re working with Alibaba.
Benoit Cœure is set to head the newly created innovation hub of the bank for international settlements.
Canaan Creative, a bitcoin miner manufacturer is set to hold an IPO later this month.
UPS is working with HerdX to track, monitor and deliver a shipment of beef from Kansas to Tokyo.
The Banque de France, France’s central bank is hiring a blockchain analyst
Links:
ECB's Benoit Cœure to head a group focusing on fintech and digital currencies - The Block
Bitmain rival Canaan Creative set for Nov. 20 IPO on Nasdaq - The Block
UPS Ships Beef to Japan, Tracked and Monitored Using Blockchain Tech - CoinDesk
Alibaba Offers Bitcoin Rewards Through Lolli Shopping App for 'Singles Day' - CoinDesk
French Central Bank Job Posting Reveals Digital Currency Program - CoinDesk
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11/12/2019 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
November 11, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 1% at $8,710
XRP is down 2% at 27 cents
and Ethereum is down slightly at $186
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
dentacoin, up 15%
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has completed the development of a blockchain based cross-border payments system.
The CEO of Stripe expressed that he’s skeptical about the future of crypto.
Binance has added support for the Euro on its direct fiat-to-crypto trading.
Sirin Labs founder and CEO Moshe Hogeg is looking to raise 2 million with a token listing on Bittrex global.
Links:
MAS, JPMorgan Build Payments System With Inter-Blockchain Connectivity - CoinDesk
Stripe CEO Patrick Collison ‘very skeptical’ about cryptocurrencies - The Block
Binance adds support for euro, bringing the total to 5 currencies for its direct fiat-to-crypto trading facility - The Block
Moshe Hogeg’s media venture BlockTV hoping to raise $2M via token listing on Bittrex - The Block
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11/11/2019 • 5 minutes, 36 seconds
November 10, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is even at $8,849
XRP is even at 28 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $187
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dentacoin, up 15%
Ignis, up 14%
Tencent has been approved by the Hong Kong SFC to open a blockchain based virtual bank.
Fairfax’s retirement system pension funds have doubled their position in Morgan Creek Digital.
The FBI director called cryptocurrency a "significant issue" when speaking to the US Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.
Crypto related and blockchain jobs have increased by 26% since 2018.
Bakkt’s monthly bitcoin futures have hit an all-time-high of $15 million.
Links:
FBI Director: Cryptocurrency Is 'Significant Issue' for Law Enforcement - CoinDesk
Chinese tech giant Tencent granted Hong Kong license to open 'virtual bank' - The Block
Crypto and Blockchain Jobs Have Increased By 26% Since 2018: Research - CoinDesk
Pension Funds Double Crypto Asset Exposure in Morgan Creek's Fund to 1% - CoinDesk
Bakkt's monthly bitcoin futures hit all-time-high of $15M - The Block
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11/10/2019 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
November 9, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 0.5% at $8,850
XRP is up 1.5% at 28 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $184
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dentacoin, up 15%
The US Customs and Border Protection is set to track Canadian oil and natural gas imports using blockchain.
Chinese police have arrested former Bitmain employee Yang Zuoxing—who is the CEO of its rival company MicroBT.
MoneyGram processes 10% of its transactions between the US and Mexico using XRP.
A vietnam based crypto exchange called VinDax was hacked late this week and lost around 500k in cryptocurrencies.
Hugh Haney, who is associated with the silk road, pled guilty in New York for laundering $19 million in Bitcoin in early 2018.
Links:
US Customs agency to track oil imports using blockchain tech - The Block
Little-known Asian crypto exchange VinDAX got hacked; lost ‘half a million USD’ worth of tokens - The Block
Chinese police arrest former Bitmain employee, who is now CEO of its rival MicroBT - The Block
MoneyGram processes 10% of US-Mexico transactions via Ripple solution that uses XRP - The Block
Silk Road Seller Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering $19 Million With Bitcoin - CoinDesk
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11/9/2019 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
November 8, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 2% at $9,019
XRP is down 3.5% at 28 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $183
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Numeraire, up 19%
and Dentacoin, up 15%
Todays headlines:
Tether released a response to an academic paper that claimed a single whale manipulated bitcoin’s boom in 2017.
The block is noting a trend down in cumulative monthly traffic to retail exchanges since june.
Coinbase has expanded their staking services to all us customers, starting with the Tezos token.
Russian authorities are looking for the legal backing to confiscate virtual assets from "criminals".
Five people in Malaysia have been charged with stealing mining equipment.
Links:
Tether responds to academic paper on bitcoin manipulation; calls it 'flawed' and 'embarrassing' - The Block
Crypto exchanges experiencing a steady drop in traffic since June, suggesting declining retail interest - The Block
Coinbase expands staking service beyond Coinbase Custody to all US customers - The Block
Russia Wants to Be Able to Seize Cybercriminals' Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Malaysian Thieves Drill Through Wall to Steal 85 Crypto Machines - CoinDesk
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11/8/2019 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
November 7, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 2% at $9,167
XRP is down 2% at 28 cents
and Ethereum is down 2% at $185
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Tezos, up 18%
and Dentacoin, up 15%
The Royal Canadian mint is turning to blockchain to track the provenance of its precious metals with the help of Tradewind Markets.
Ford, Volkswagon, LG and Volvo are working with IBM and the RSBN to launch a pilot for the responsible sourcing of Cobalt.
BitFinex has canceled the token sale of K.im due to regulatory uncertainty.
Hong Kong and Mainland China have partnered on a blockchain project to improve their trade operations.
Links:
Bitfinex cancels token sale of K.im due to regulatory uncertainty - The Block
Hong Kong and mainland China partner on blockchain project for trade finance - The Block
IBM Ethical Mineral Sourcing Blockchain to Debut in Spring - CoinDesk
Tradewind, Canadian Mint to Verify Origins of Precious Metals on Blockchain - CoinDesk
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11/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
November 6, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,350
XRP is even at 30 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $192
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
IoTeX, up 24%
and Dentacoin, up 15%
The UN has said that North Korea has been using blockchain company to launder stolen funds.
Turkey is working on a blockchain-based national digital currency.
Dune Analytics a platform for visualizing data on the Ethereum blockchain has emerged from stealth mode.
a16z has led the $5 million investment round for Arweave, a protocol for storing internet information permanently.
Coca-Cola’s technology operations oversight is partnering with SAP to leverage blockchain technology to examine their supply chain.
Links:
Binance-backed Dune Analytics comes out of stealth mode - The Block
Andreessen Horowitz leads $5M round in blockchain-based internet archive - The Block
Coca-Cola's bottlers expand blockchain pilot with SAP - The Block
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11/6/2019 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
November 5, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Stellar Foundation Destroys 55 Billion XLM
Houbi Deplatforms All US Customers by November 13
The Fed Wants You
Links:
Stellar's Foundation Just Destroyed Half the Supply of Its Lumens Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
Huobi Global Is Forcing US Customers to Use Its Local Partner - CoinDesk
US Federal Reserve Hiring Retail Payments Manager to Research Digital Currencies - CoinDesk
The Fed - Start Job Search
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11/5/2019 • 7 minutes, 22 seconds
November 4, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Craig Wright Breaks Agreement
Bittrex Card Hack
FATF Publishes ID Guidance
Links:
Trial Back on After Craig Wright Breaks Bitcoin Settlement Agreement - CoinDesk
Bittrex Target of Latest $1 Million Crypto SIM Hack Lawsuit - CoinDesk
FATF Releases Guidance on Global Digital IDs as Use Cases Grow - CoinDesk
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11/4/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
November 3, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 2% at $9,170
XRP is down 1% at 29 cents
and Ethereum is up 1.5% at $181
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Vertcoin up 22%
Dentacoin, up 15%
Veritaseum founder Reggie Middleton entered into a settlement deal with the SEC agreeing to pay $10 Million and take a lifetime ban on issuing digital assets.
The exchange Luno is resuming its services in Singapore.
Locha Mesh a Venezuelean based mesh networking startup is currently looking for investors and donors.
Accounting and consulting firm Armanino launched a blockchain based tool promising firm-originated financial audits in seconds.
Links:
Naspers-backed crypto exchange Luno re-entering Singapore after banks opened its accounts - The Block
Venezuelans Made Lightning-Savvy Hardware to Use Bitcoin During Blackouts - CoinDesk
Veritaseum and founder Middleton settle with SEC, agree to $9.5 million payment and permanent digital asset bar - The Block
New Blockchain Tool Promises Verifiable Audits in 30 Seconds - CoinDesk
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11/3/2019 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
November 2, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is up 1% at $9,270
XRP is up 1% at 29 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $183
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ignis up 25%
Metal up 18%
Bytom up 16%
and Dentacoin, up 15%
BitMEX has unintentionally revealed the email addresses of an unspecified amount of users.
Data analytics firm Splunk raised $40,000 for charity from 10,000 attendees of their annual conference in Las Vegas.
Telegram has released an early version of its desktop wallet for the in-progress GRAM token.
Binance US is adding support for debit cards.
Links:
BitMEX Exchange Exposes User Base in Email Mishap - CoinDesk
Telegram Releases Test Crypto Wallet Despite SEC Lawsuit - CoinDesk
Binance.US supports debit card on-ramp as volumes top $15 million - The Block
Crypto Burner Wallets Helped an IT Conference Give $40,000 to Charity - CoinDesk
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11/2/2019 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
November 1, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $9,190
XRP is down 1% 29 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $182
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Numeraire up 59%
Dmarket up 26%
Dentacoin up 15%
and Zilliqa, up 15%
The association of German banks has called for a programmable digital euro, and common pan-europeans payments platform.
A new blockchain initiative in Peru will allow suppliers and consumers to scan and check the provenance of various meat products.
Robinhood has expanded its commission-free crypto trading service to 8 more states
Samsung has added support for the Elrond token
Links:
Samsung blockchain wallet adds support for Elrond token - The Block
Association of over 200 German private banks calls for digital euro - The Block
Robinhood Crypto expands to 8 more US states, bringing the total to 47 states - The Block
New Blockchain-Based System Will Track Steers From Hoof to Plate - CoinDesk
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11/1/2019 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
October 31, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
ReclaimCrypto!
Korea: No CBDC
Happy 11th Birthday Bitcoin
Links:
There's a New Way to Get Your Stolen Crypto Back - CoinDesk
Developed Countries Have Little Need for CBDCs, Says Bank of Korea Official - CoinDesk
Bitcoin's White Paper Turns 11 as Network Passes Milestones - CoinDesk
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10/31/2019 • 7 minutes, 6 seconds
October 30, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitmain Files with SEC for IPO
PBoC Certifies Fintech Ware
Kim Dotcom Donates to Assange
Links:
Bitmain Seeking U.S. IPO With Confidential SEC Filing: Report - CoinDesk
China Announces New Regulatory Authority to Certify Digital Payments, Blockchain Products - CoinDesk
Kim Dotcom Donates K.im Bitcoin Fees to Julian Assange Ahead of $8M IEO
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10/30/2019 • 6 minutes, 30 seconds
October 29, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
OKEx Launched Futures Contracts
SEC Grants Paxos No Action Relief
Binance Report: Proof of Stake Big
Links:
OKEx Launches Crypto Futures Settled in Tether Stablecoin - CoinDesk
Paxos Wins SEC 'No-Action' Letter to Settle Equities on a Blockchain - CoinDesk
Binance Research: Ethereum’s Switch to Staking Will Transform Industry
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10/29/2019 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
October 28, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
China All in on Crypto and Blockchain
Yoseph Charged
Chinese Banks Urged to Adopt Crypto
Zamna Raises 5 Million to ID You Flying
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10/28/2019 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
October 27, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is even at $9,313
XRP is up 1% 29 cents
and Ethereum is down slightly at $179
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Sirin labs token up 33%
Neo gas up 27%
and neo up 22%
The managing director of digital product and development at State Street Bank talks about the typical portfolio model changing to tokenized and illiquid assets.
Huobi Japan has raised $4.6 million in new funding to expand in the country,
Ethereum’s next system-wide upgrade, Istanbul, is scheduled to arrive on mainnet the week of Dec. 4.
Links:
Ethereum Targets Dec. 4 for Istanbul Mainnet Activation - CoinDesk
Huobi Japan raises $4.6M in new funding to expand in the country - The Block
State Street says the average portfolio could shift towards digital asset capabilities as soon as 5 years from now - The Block
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10/27/2019 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
October 26, 2019
It’s 8:00am eastern October 26th and this is your Daily Crypto Report.
Bitcoin is up 20% at $9,217
XRP is up 3% 29 cents
and Ethereum is up 8% at $181
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
EthLend up 54%
Bytom up 37%
Populos up 37%
and DMarket up 36%
China’s president Xi praised blockchain and called China to accelerate the standardization of blockchain technology.
Polish police have arrested Ivan Molina Lee, the president of crypto capital on accusations of money laundering.
The World Economic Forum has launched a blockchain initiative, aimed at responsible sourcing of metals.
A nuclear scientist in Russia is set to serve 3 years in prison for using government equipment to mine Bitcoin.
Links:
China's President Xi Jinping wants the country to 'take the leading position' in blockchain - The Block
Final Russian Nuclear Scientist Sentenced Over Illicit Crypto Mining - CoinDesk
World Economic Forum to build blockchain platform for responsible sourcing of metals - The Block
Cash App adds stock trading - The Block
Polish Police Arrest Head of Payment Processor Tied to Bitfinex Crypto Exchange - CoinDesk
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10/26/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
October 25, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2% at $7,626
XRP is up 3% 28 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $166
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Populos up 33%
EthLend up 19%
and Hydro, up 16%
NY State has once again extended the time frame for Bittrex to postpone account closures.
Beatrice Weder di Mauro, president of the CEPR, says that Libra is unlikely to get approved.
Jack Dorsey has given a firm “No” to any notion that Twitter would be joining the Libra association
Cash App has officially announced stock trading support.
Links:
NYDFS, which denied Bittrex a BitLicense, requests the exchange to postpone account closures in the state - The Block
Facebook-led Libra may not be approved, says European think tank official - The Block
'Hell No': Jack Dorsey Says Twitter Won't Be Joining Libra Association - CoinDesk
Cash App adds stock trading - The Block
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10/25/2019 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
October 24, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Zuck Seeks to Reassure Lawmakers
Binance US Lists Dogecoin
Telegram Investors Go the Distance
Tencent: Libra "Prudent and Rational"
Links:
Zuckerberg: Facebook Would Quit Libra if the Association Launched Prematurely - CoinDesk
Binance US Announces Dogecoin Listing - CoinDesk
Telegram Token Investors Reject Refund Offer - CoinDesk
Tencent Says Libra Would Pose Serious Threat to Alipay, WeChat Pay - CoinDesk
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10/24/2019 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
October 23, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
ING Develops Corda Solution
Zuck Testifies
Links:
ING Bank Devises Privacy Fix for R3's Corda Blockchain - CoinDesk
Zuckerberg Testifies Before Congress And Now Everyone Is Worried Tech's Too Dominant
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10/23/2019 • 6 minutes
October 22, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Opera Supports Bitcoin Directly
Revolut Banking App to US
Crypto Held By Institutionals Doubles in October
Links:
Opera Becomes First Major Browser to Enable Direct Bitcoin Payments
Crypto App Revolut Confirms MasterCard on Board for 2019 US Expansion
Bitcoin Futures: Institutional Long Positions Value Doubled in October
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10/22/2019 • 6 minutes, 1 second
October 21, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Revealed: BitcoinLightening Net Vulnerable to DoS Attack
Bitfinex Files for Deposition
Libra Waffles on "Basket"
Bitcoin Reward to Miners Halves in May 2020 Causing Twitter Chatter
Links:
Researchers Uncover Bitcoin 'Attack' That Could Slow or Stop Lightning Payments - CoinDesk
Bitfinex Files for Subpoena in Bid to Recover $880 Million in Frozen Funds - CoinDesk
Libra Could Drop 'Basket' and Issue Individual Fiat Stablecoins - CoinDesk
Bitcoin: ‘Most Dramatic’ 2020 Halving Could Cut Supply by $63M a Week
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10/21/2019 • 7 minutes, 11 seconds
October 20, 2019
Bitcoin is down 1% at $7,960
XRP is down 3% 28 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $171
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
EthLend up 28%
Particl up 21%
and Dentacoin, up 15%
HTC is launching the Exodus 1s, another version of their Exodus 1, that has a built-in wallet and a full bitcoin node.
ATT has been named as a defendant in a SIM-swapping legal battle in california.
Circle is spinning Poloniex out into its own entity.
Links:
Circle spinning out Poloniex; new exchange plans to spend $100M and not serve US clients - The Block
AT&T customer lawsuit alleges employee-aided SIM swap led to $1.8 million theft of cryptocurrency and more - The Block
HTC launches smartphone with Bitcoin full node capabilities - The Block
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10/20/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
October 19, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Fidelity Liven
3 Million Bitcoin to Go
Gram on Hold
Links:
Fidelity Digital Assets Opens to All Qualified Investors - CoinDesk
With 18 Million Bitcoins Mined, How Hard Is That 21 Million Limit? - CoinDesk
NY District Court Postpones Telegram’s TON Hearing to 2020
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10/19/2019 • 6 minutes, 15 seconds
October 18, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
G-7 Report: Stablecoins Must Be Regulated
Houbi Announces Gateway in Turkey
Links:
Huobi Plans to Open Fiat Gateway with Lira-Tether Pairing in Turkey - CoinDesk
G-7 Task Force Releases Full Report on Impact of Global Stablecoins
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10/18/2019 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
October 17, 2019
Today's crytocurrency and blockchain news.
Kaplan: "Fed Considering Digital Currency"
Child Porn Site Busted Using Chainalysis' Reactor Software
Links:
US Law Enforcement Traces Bitcoin Transfers to Nab 'Largest' Child Porn Site - CoinDesk
Top Fed Official Says US Central Bank 'Actively' Debating Digital Dollar - CoinDesk
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10/17/2019 • 7 minutes, 4 seconds
October 16, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
SEC Wants Comments
Bermuda Accepts USDC for Taxes
NASDAQ Lists CIX100
Links:
SEC Restarts Clock on Proposed 'Bitcoin and T-Bills' ETF - CoinDesk
Bermuda Now Accepts USDC Crypto for Taxes and Government Services - CoinDesk
Nasdaq Lists an AI-Powered Index of Crypto Market's Top 100 Performers - CoinDesk
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10/16/2019 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
October 15, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $8,304
XRP is up .5% 29 cents
and Ethereum is up .5% at $183
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Tierion up 27%
GXChain up 24%
DragonChain up 15%
Dentacoin, up 15%
Telegram responded to the court order saying that they were "Surprised and disappointed..." about the lawsuit
Coinbase has received an e-money license from the Central Bank of Ireland.
The G7 is assessing stablecoins as a potential risk to the global financial system.
21 inaugural members of the Libra Association signed the formal charter yesterday in Geneva Switzerland.
Links:
Telegram May Delay Coin Launch as SEC Halts U.S. Sales - Bloomberg
Coinbase receives e-money license in Ireland to further expand into Europe - The Block
G7 Evaluates Stablecoins as Risk to Global Financial Stability - CoinDesk
Facebook-Led Libra Forms Governing Council After Big-Name Departures - CoinDesk
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10/15/2019 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
October 14, 2019
Bitcoin is down 1% at $8,304
XRP is up 4% at 29 cents
Ethereum is down .5% at $182
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dock up 19%
Dragonchain up 17%
Dentacoin, up 15%
Binance adds a second cryptocurrency to its decentralized affiliate Binance Chain.
The SEC has sued Telegram for the Grams offering.
The IRS will be asking tax payers if they own cryptocurrencies in a new 1040 tax form.
Ripple invested 750k into the wallet BRD.
Links:
Binance Adds XRP-Pegged Token to Its Decentralized Exchange - CoinDesk
The SEC sues Telegram, aims to stop distribution to US investors of Grams sold in $1.7B sale - The Block
The IRS will ask taxpayers if they own cryptocurrencies in new 1040 tax form - The Block
Ripple invests $750K in crypto wallet BRD to increase XRP usage - The Block
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10/14/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
October 13, 2019
Bitcoin is up slightly at $8,375
XRP is up 1% at 28 cents
and Ethereum is down slightly at $183
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Centrality up 16%
Dentacoin, up 15%
Mercado Pago, Visa, eBay, Stripe and Mastercard have all officially left the Libra project.
Facebook and Calibra are facing a lawsuit in the state of New York over an alleged trademark infringement
The chairman of the CFTC confirms that the ethereum cryptocurrency is a commodity
Links:
CFTC Chairman Confirms Ether Cryptocurrency Is a Commodity - CoinDesk
Mercado Pago, Visa, eBay, Stripe, and Mastercard drop out of Facebook's Libra - The Block
Facebook and Calibra sued in NY federal court in trademark case involving logo design - The Block
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10/13/2019 • 6 minutes
October 12, 2019
Bitcoin is down slightly at $8,326
XRP is up 1% at 27 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $183
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Request Network up 20%
Aragon, up 20%
Moeda up 17%
ICONLOOP, a South Korean based blockchain startup has raised about 8 million dollars in a funding round
The people’s bank of china is hiring 6 more tech experts for its impending digital currency.
Bank of America is also hiring blockchain positions
Australia’s bullion mint is backing a digital token that will allow investors to trade gold in real time.
Links:
Bank of America Is Now Hiring in Blockchain, Not Just Filing Patents - CoinDesk
Australia's Gold Mint Is Backing a Crypto Token Based on Ethereum - CoinDesk
China’s central bank hiring 6 tech experts for its upcoming digital currency - The Block
Blockchain startup ICONLOOP raises over $8M in Series A to expand its decentralized ID solutions - The Block
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10/12/2019 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
October 11, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is down 2% at $8,313
XRP is down 1% at 26 cents
and Ethereum is down 3% at $184
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dentacoin up 15%
The Central bank of the Russian Federation is not planning on issuing a national digital currency.
The Bitwise Bitcoin ETF has been denied by the SEC.
The DOJ has charged a Singapore citizen with stealing computing power for cryptocurrency mining.
Links:
Bitwise's bitcoin ETF, the last hope, has been denied - The Block
Russia sees no need to issue a national digital currency - The Block
Citizen of Singapore indicted in scheme to steal cloud computing power for cryptocurrency mining | USAO-WDWA | Department of Justice
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10/11/2019 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
October 10, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
IRS Publishes Guidance
Brave Goes Cheddaruck
Zuck Speaks on Hill Oct. 23
Links:
The IRS Just Issued Its First Cryptocurrency Tax Guidance in 5 Years - CoinDesk
Blockchain Browser Brave to Offer Free Access to Premium Cheddar Content - CoinDesk
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to Testify Before Congress Over Libra Crypto - CoinDesk
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10/10/2019 • 6 minutes
October 9, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Proof of Crypto S&P Options Trade by skew.
Two US Senators Threaten Stripe, Visa and MasterCard Over Libra
Grayscale Says Institutional Invest in Crypto Up!
Links:
Tiny $217 Options Trade on Bitcoin Blockchain Could Be Wall Street's Death Knell - CoinDesk
US Lawmakers Call on Payment Giants to Exit 'Chilling' Libra Project - CoinDesk
Grayscale: Institutional Interest in Crypto Doubles in Q2
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10/9/2019 • 7 minutes, 34 seconds
October 8, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
EU to Do New Crypto Rules
Brad G: Libra 2023?
Links:
EU Finance Commissioner Vows New Rules on Crypto, Libra Stablecoin - CoinDesk
Ripple CEO: Facebook’s Libra Will Not Launch Before 2023
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10/8/2019 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
October 7, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Hyperledger Reforms Voting
FCA Investigations Up 74 Percent
CoinFLEX Offers Libra IFO
Links:
Hyperledger Blockchain Group Weighs Changes to Fix Election Issues - CoinDesk
Now Traders Can Make Bets on When Facebook's Libra Will Launch - CoinDesk
UK Finance Watchdog's Crypto Investigations Up By 74% in 2019 - CoinDesk
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10/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 39 seconds
October 6, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $7,979
XRP is up 1% at 25 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $174
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Centrality, up 28%
Viberate up 22%
Dentacoin up 15%
A bargain botnet is being used to work on unsuspecting crypto users to get into their wallets.
Algo Capital lost a few million dollars in USDT, and ALGO after its CTO’s phone was compromised.
Bitcoin is being called not a security in an October 1st SEC letter.
SegWit transactions were up 15% in September.
Links:
SegWit transactions on Bitcoin network have risen sharply in September - The Block
Algo Capital Loses Crypto Funds After CTO's Phone Is Hacked - CoinDesk
Hackers Launch Widespread Botnet Attack on Crypto Wallets Using Cheap Russian Malware - CoinDesk
Cipher | Securities (Finance) | Securities Act Of 1933
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10/6/2019 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
October 5, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin is down .5% at $8,098
XRP is down slightly at 25 cents
and Ethereum is even at $174
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dentacoin up 15%
PayPal has officially withdrawn from the Libra association.
Verisart an art and collectibles provenance startup has raised 2.5 million in a seed round.
A hacker has returned domain names that were stolen from the Ethereum Name Service’s auction.
International container shipping blockchain pioneer 300 cubits has pulled the plug on its TEU token
Links:
Hacker Returns Ethereum Domains Lost in Bug Exploit - CoinDesk
300cubits, a Blockchain Shipping Pioneer, Gives up on Its TEU Token - CoinDesk
PayPal officially drops out of Facebook's Libra project - The Block
Verisart raises $2.5M to expand blockchain-certified art service - The Block
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10/5/2019 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
October 4, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $8,159
XRP is up 1.5% at 25 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $174
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Centrality up 103%
Dentacoin up 15%
Venture capital institution Andreessen Horowitz is launching a crypto startup school.
Tim Cook says Apple has no plans to launch a cryptocurrency.
US lawmakers are looking once again to hear from Mark Zuckerberg.
PayPal may pull out of the founding group of Libra Association.
Links:
U.S. House panel wants Facebook's Zuckerberg to testify on Libra by January - Reuters
Apple has no plans to launch cryptocurrency, says CEO Tim Cook - The Block
Andreessen Horowitz launches crypto startup school - The Block
PayPal Might Withdraw From Libra Association: Report - CoinDesk
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10/4/2019 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
October 3, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Reps to Powell: Do a Dollar CBDC
Coinbase Pays Interest
OhioCrypto.com Dead
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10/3/2019 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
October 2, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
MasterCard and Visa Getting Libra Cold Feet
Facebook Audio Leaks
Morningstar to Rate Debt on Blockchain
Links:
Institutional Libra Backers Are Getting Cold Feet - CoinDesk
Mark Zuckerberg Addresses Libra Regulation, KYC in Leaked Transcript - CoinDesk
Financial Services Giant Morningstar to Offer Ratings for Crypto Assets - CoinDesk
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10/2/2019 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
October 1, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Block.one Pays 24 Million Dollar Fine
FairWin at Zero
Coinbase Co-Founds Crypto Rating Council
Links:
EOS Maker Block.One Settles With SEC Over Unregistered Securities Sale - CoinDesk
From $10M to Zero in 10 Days: ETH Smart Contract FairWin Is Empty
Coinbase-Led Group Aims to Help Crypto Firms Avoid Securities Violations - CoinDesk
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10/1/2019 • 6 minutes
September 30, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Ripple Buys Algrim
EnHelix Marketplace Debuts
Bithumb Deal Off
Links:
Energy Commodities Trading Software Launches on Hyperledger Fabric - CoinDesk
Ripple Acquires Crypto Trading Firm to Expand Into Iceland
Bithumb Acquisition Deal Appears To Be ‘Off’ | Cointelegraph
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9/30/2019 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
September 29, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is even at $8,095
XRP is down 1% at 24 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $169
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dentacoin up 15%
UK & US to sign treaty allowing UK police to force US-based social media platforms to disclose encrypted messages.
A serious bug in the Lightning Network has been fixed.
The Iranian government has been putting the squeeze on cryptocurrency miners.
Links:
Iranian Bitcoiners Risk Fines, Jail Time as Government Regulates Mining - CoinDesk
A Dangerous Bug in Bitcoin's Lightning Network Has Been Fixed - CoinDesk
[Lightning-dev] Full Disclosure: CVE-2019-12998 / CVE-2019-12999 / CVE-2019-13000 — Lighting Full Disclosure
UK and US set to sign treaty allowing UK police "back door" access to WhatsApp and other "end to end encrypted" messaging platforms - The Block
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9/29/2019 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
September 28, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2% at $8,167
XRP is up 1% at 24 cents
and Ethereum is up 5% at $173
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dent up 23%
Metal up 23%
Cortex up 21%
and Particl up 20%
Proposals of a treasure tax on cryptocurrency mining have been put forth by the Association of Banks of Russia.
The NBA has rejected Spencer Dinwiddie's proposal to tokenize his multi-million dollar contract.
ING’s chief economist predicts central banks will be issuing their own digital currencies in 2 to 3 years.
Links:
Russia could tax bitcoin and other crypto mining as a treasure - The Block
NBA rejects Nets player Spencer Dinwiddie's attempt to tokenize his $34.4 million contract - The Block
ING's Chief Economist Predicts Central Bank Digital Currencies in 2-3 Years - CoinDesk
A Dangerous Bug in Bitcoin's Lightning Network Has Been Fixed - CoinDesk
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9/28/2019 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
September 27, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 5% at $7,990
XRP is down 3% at 24 cents
and Ethereum is down 2% at $165
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Eidoo up 37%
Dentacoin up 15%
The CEO of KIK, Ted Livingston is vowing to fight the SEC over the KIN crypto until "We don’t have a dollar left.”
The Unilever digital ad buying blockchain pilot program with IBM has produced positive results.
Binance is launching a staking platform.
Binance aided the UK police in their investigation of a 51 million pound fraud.
Medici Ventures has invested 2 million dollars into the blockchain based identity firm Evernym.
Links:
Kik CEO vows to fight SEC over Kin crypto until 'we don't have a dollar left' - The Block
Unilever's blockchain pilot program with IBM reportedly yields positive results - The Block
Binance launches staking platform with 8 assets - The Block
Binance says it helped UK police investigate a $51 million fraud - The Block
Overstock's Venture Arm Invests $2 Million in Blockchain ID Firm - CoinDesk
Unilever encouraged by blockchain ad-buying pilot
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9/27/2019 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
September 26, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Libra Later
Coinbase Adds Two Cryptos for NY Customers
Medici Bank Private Beta in October
Links:
Facebook's Zuckerberg Appears to Put Libra Launch Date in Doubt - CoinDesk
Coinbase Rolls Out Stellar Lumens (XLM) Trading in New York State
Coinbase Now Supports Stellar and Chainlink Cryptocurrencies in New York - CoinDesk
The New Medici Bank Is About to Take On Its First Crypto Clients - CoinDesk
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9/26/2019 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
September 25, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Daimler Buys and Settles on Marco Polo
Google's "Supremacy" No Threat to Bitcoin
Skew Raises Dough
Links:
Daimler Carries Out First Transaction on Marco Polo Blockchain Trade Network - CoinDesk
Google’s Quantum Computer Breakthrough Not a Risk to Bitcoin, Says Dev
Kleiner Perkins Backs $2 Million Seed Round for Crypto Derivative Data Firm - CoinDesk
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9/25/2019 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
September 24, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Japan Central Bank Governor Calls for Libra Regulation
Kik Closes
Binance Wins Accreditation for Security
Links:
Japan's Central Bank Chief Calls for International Effort on Libra Regulation - CoinDesk
Kik Messaging App to Shut Down Following SEC Lawsuit Against ICO - CoinDesk
Binance Seals Accreditation From Global Security Standards Organization
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9/24/2019 • 6 minutes, 36 seconds
September 23, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Baakt Live
Libra Reveals Basket Fiat Percentages
IFRIC: Cryptos Are Intangible Assets
Links:
Bakkt Is Finally Launching Its Bitcoin Futures Today. Here's What to Expect - CoinDesk
Bakkt Trades 18 BTC in First 7 Hours as Bitcoin Price Falls Below $10K
Facebook Reveals Libra Crypto's Currency Basket Breakdown: Report - CoinDesk
Int’l Accounting Standards Body Defines Bitcoin as ‘Intangible Asset’
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9/23/2019 • 6 minutes, 58 seconds
September 22, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $10,020
XRP is down 3% at 27 cents
and Ethereum is down 2% at $210
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ripio Credit Network up 30%
Puma Pay up 22%
and Ambrosus, up 20%
Todays headlines:
Venezuela’s president nicolas madura has mandated that the petro must be used in funding an ongoing social housing initative.
JP Morgan’s IIN has onboarded its first singapore based bank—the OCBC.
Patrick Byrne, the former CEO of overstock.com has put 90 million into gold, silver and "two flavors of crypto".
The US House financial services committee is set to question the SEC about crypto and Facebook’s Libra this week.
the US attorney’s office has indicted two men for hacking Ether Delta in late 2017.
Links:
Two suspects in EtherDelta hack indicted by U.S. authorities - The Block
SEC Chair, Commissioners to Talk Crypto at Congress Hearing Next Week - CoinDesk
Byrne Sells Overstock Stake to Buy Crypto and Battle 'Deep State' - CoinDesk
Venezuela's Maduro Mandates Petro Use in Funding of Housing Project - CoinDesk
First Singapore Bank Joins JPMorgan's Blockchain Payments Initiative - CoinDesk
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9/22/2019 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
September 21, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 2% at $10,022
XRP is down 1% at 29 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $216
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Counterparty up 14%
SoFi is beta testing a crypto trading feature with Bitcoin, Litecoin, and ethereum.
Korean conglomerate CJ is developing a blockchain-based music copyright system.
Verizon just secured a patent to create virtual SIM cards on a blockchain.
Wells Fargo is describing its internal blockchain for cross-border money transfers as faster and more efficient than SWIFT.
Links:
SoFi is beta testing a crypto trading feature with bitcoin, litecoin, and ether - The Block
Korean Conglomerate CJ Develops Blockchain for Music Copyright - CoinDesk
Verizon Just Won a Patent to Create Virtual SIMs on a Blockchain - CoinDesk
Wells Fargo's Stablecoin 'Faster, Cheaper' Than SWIFT, Says Exec - CoinDesk
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9/21/2019 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
September 20, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 2.8% at $10,156
XRP is up slightly at 29 cents
and Ethereum is up 4.2% at $217
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ripio Credit Network up 25%
Tierion up 22%
The chairman of the US SEC said Bitcoin needs better regulation before it can be listed on NYSE or Nasdaq.
Arab Bank Switzerland is now offering trading and custody services for bitcoin and ethereum.
Mark Zuckerberg will be in washington to meet with senators in the wake of scrutiny over privacy practices.
Square crypto has announced new hires to work on open source projects.
Links:
Another Swiss bank now offering trading and custody of bitcoin and ether - The Block
Facebook’s Zuckerberg Clashes With Republican on Company’s Clout - Bloomberg
Square Crypto Hires Lightning, Libra Developers for 'Bitcoin Dream Team' - CoinDesk
Jay Clayton Delivering Alpha: Bitcoin trading on major exchange not likely now
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9/20/2019 • 6 minutes, 1 second
September 19, 2019
Today's cryptocurreny and blockchain news.
North Korea Developing Own Crypto
Central Banker Says CBDC Go od Tool
EOS Has Trouble
Links:
North Korea Plans Bitcoin-Like Cryptocurrency to Sidestep Sanctions - CoinDesk
Everyone's Worst Fears About EOS Are Proving True - CoinDesk
Central Banker: CBDCs Are a Flexible Tool for Zero-Interest Rate World
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9/19/2019 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
September 18, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
BITMAX Live on LINE
DeWitt Gets CFTC Gig
Binance Launches in US
Houbi Argentina Live
Links:
Messaging App LINE’s Crypto Exchange Goes Live for 80 Million Users in Japan - CoinDesk
New York Among 13 States Excluded as Binance.US Opens for Registrations - CoinDesk
CFTC Taps Coinbase Lawyer to Head Division Overseeing Bitcoin Futures - CoinDesk
Huobi Expands Crypto Exchange to Argentina Amid Peso Devaluation - CoinDesk
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9/18/2019 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
September 17, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Deutsche Bank Joins JPMorgan Blockchain Network
Binance Invests In Mars Finance
Marcus Tweets Libra PR
Links:
Deutsche Bank Joins JPMorgan's Crypto Payments Network - CoinDesk
Binance Makes Strategic Investment in Chinese Crypto Media Firm - CoinDesk
Facebook's David Marcus Responds to Critics Over Libra 'Threat' - CoinDesk
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9/17/2019 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
September 16, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Libra Grilled
US Sanctions Three
Neufund Go
Links:
Global Central Banks to Question Facebook-Led Libra Over Financial Risks - CoinDesk
US Sanctions Three Alleged Crypto Hacking Groups from North Korea - CoinDesk
Neufund Gets Nod from Liechtenstein Regulator for Token Offerings - CoinDesk
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9/16/2019 • 6 minutes, 11 seconds
September 15, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $10,314
XRP is up 2% at 26 cents
and Ethereum is up 5% at $188
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Counterparty up 14%
eToro has unveiled a new programming language that should simplify derivatives trading.
Airswap disclosed that it uncovered a critical vulnerability in it’s recently released smart contract.
Square Crypto has announced that it’s giving a 100 thousand dollar grant to the BTC pay foundation
Dominoes serving up €100,000 in bitcoin in France.
Links:
Square Crypto provides $100k grant to BTCPay Server - The Block
Critical Vulnerability in a New AirSwap Smart Contract
eToro Aims to Put Derivatives on the Blockchain With Lira Programming Language - CoinDesk
Domino’s Pizza to Give Away €100,000 in Bitcoin in France
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9/15/2019 • 5 minutes, 54 seconds
September 14, 2019
Bitcoin is down half a percent at $10,271
XRP is up 1.7% at 26 cents
and Ethereum is up half a percent at $180
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Monacoin up 31%
Bytecoin up 25%
and Aragon up 24%
The Libra Association chief has said that Libra stable coin is scheduled to launch by the end of 2020.
Germany is denouncing Libra saying they will block market-relevant private stable coins from the country.
Square is apparently looking to roll out free stock trades on Cash App.
Bitcoin is headed to the premier league as part of a brand partnership with sportsbet & Watford FC.
Coinme, the company behind the crypto ATMs and kiosks raised 1.5 million.
Links:
Libra stablecoin scheduled to launch by end of 2020, says Libra Association chief - The Block
Germany takes aim at Facebook Libra; plans to block private stablecoins - The Block
Jack Dorsey's Square Is Testing a New Free Stock-Trading Service - Bloomberg
Premier League soccer team will sport Bitcoin logo on jersey - The Block
Largest Bitcoin ATM Network Coinme Raises New Funding from Ripple's Xpring - CoinDesk
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9/14/2019 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
September 13, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $10,331
XRP is even at 25 cents
and Ethereum is up slightly at $179
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Counterparty up 14%
The french government has called for crypto rules at the EU level, and the creation of a public digital currency.
The CME group is looking to double the limit of available futures contracts per spot month.
Dapper labs has raised $11 million in a new round of financing which attracted a16z, and warner music group et.al.
A moscow based law firm claims to have identified Russian nationals who received bitcoin stolen in the 2014 hack of Mt Gox and says they can be recovered.
Links:
Exclusive: From CryptoKitties To Cardi B: Warner Music Joins $11 Million Investment In Ethereum Replacement
$2 Billion Lost in Mt. Gox Bitcoin Hack Can Be Recovered, Lawyer Claims - CoinDesk
CME looks to double monthly open positions limit of its bitcoin futures contracts - The Block
France calls for EU crypto rules and creation of a ‘public digital currency’ - The Block
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9/13/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
September 12, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
France: No Libra in Europe, Period
Binance BUSD Trades Next Week
Santander Sells Both Sides of Bond on Public Blockchain
Links:
France ‘Cannot Authorize’ Facebook’s Libra Development in Europe: Report
Binance to List Its New Dollar-Backed BUSD Stablecoin Next Week - CoinDesk
Santander Settles Both Sides of a $20 Million Bond Trade on Ethereum - CoinDesk
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9/12/2019 • 6 minutes, 18 seconds
September 11, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Libra Wants Swiss License
Legacy Trust Launches First Digital Trust
Warner Concerned: Libra Loves Yuan?
Links:
Facebook Libra Is Seeking to Register as a Payment System in Switzerland - CoinDesk
Legacy Trust to Launch Independent Crypto Custody Business - CoinDesk
Facebook Libra's USD-EUR-GBP-JPY-SGD Crypto Basket May Reject China's Yuan – CCN.com
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9/11/2019 • 6 minutes, 21 seconds
September 10, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
IBM Holds Majority on Hyperledger Board
IPO on Blockchain Today
Stellar to Airdrop 120 Million in XLM
SWIFT Discounts Crypto
Links:
IBM Now Holds 6 of 11 Seats on Hyperledger Blockchain Steering Board - CoinDesk
First Tokenized IPO Launches on National Stock Exchange - CoinDesk
Stellar to Airdrop 2 Billion XLM Crypto Tokens Worth $120 Million - CoinDesk
SWIFT: Crypto Useless, ‘Goes Down In Value Like A Yoyo’
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9/10/2019 • 6 minutes, 57 seconds
September 9, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Joichi Ito Resigns from MIT Media Lab
Charles Schwab No Crypto
Nickel Asset Management Raises 50 Million Dollars
Links:
MIT Media Lab Director Joi Ito Steps Down Over Epstein Financing - CoinDesk
Investment Giant Schwab Steering Clear of Crypto ‘For Now’: Sources
UK Fund That Aims to Capitalize on Crypto Volatity Raises $50 Million - CoinDesk
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9/9/2019 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
September 8, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $10,423
XRP is down 1% at 25 cents
and Ethereum is down slightly at $171
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bytecoin up 23%
and Augur up 22%
The test-net launch date for ethereum’s new upgrade Istanbul has been set around the second of october.
Satoshi’s treasure is headed to North American college campuses this fall.
The PBOC is moving ahead with its Libra competitor, and hopes to beat the facebook project to the market.
Jed mcCaleb loaded 100 million XRP into his wallet—may be poised to unload.
Links:
100M XRP Has Just Been Transferred to Former Ripple CTO - BeInCrypto
Alibaba, Tencent, Five Others To Receive First Chinese Government Cryptocurrency
A Bitcoin Treasure Hunt Is Coming to College Campuses This Fall - CoinDesk
China's Crypto Competitor Is Being Built in a Secret Office with Restricted Access - CoinDesk
Ethereum Picks Early October for Testnet Activation of Istanbul Hard Fork - CoinDesk
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9/8/2019 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
September 7th, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 4% at $10,426
XRP is up slightly at 25 cents
and Ethereum is down 2% at $173
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bytecoin up 23%
and Augur up 22%
The US Energy Department plans to run a trial with the Factom Blockchain to secure the national power grid.
There’s a unique cryptominig malware distribution scheme targeting university students.
Apple’s vice president Jennifer Bailey talked crypto with CNN.
New whale wallet holds over 94,000 bitcoins.
Malta finance regulators are promising to actively monitor crypto firms to prevent any sort of money laundering
Links:
Bitcoins worth $1 billion just moved to an unknown wallet - The Block
Malta finance regulator to ‘actively monitor’ crypto firms to prevent money laundering - The Block
How to avoid downloading a textbook or essay with a virus | Kaspersky official blog
Apple Exec Says Cryptocurrency ‘Interesting’ — Has Long-Term Potential By Cointelegraph
US Energy Department Funds Trial of Factom Blockchain to Secure Power Grid - CoinDesk
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9/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
September 6, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Binance Launching Dollar-Backed Stablecoin in US
Japan Grants Crypto Exchange License to LINE
Chinese CBDC Better Than Libra?
Links:
Binance Launches Dollar-Backed Crypto Stablecoin With NYDFS Blessing - CoinDesk
Japan Grants Crypto Exchange License to Messaging Giant LINE
New Head of China's Digital Currency Says It Beats Facebook Libra on Tech Features - CoinDesk
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9/6/2019 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
September 5, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
NSA Developing Quantum Resistant Crypto
China Focused on CBDC
Links:
NSA Working to Develop Quantum-Resistant Cryptocurrency: Report
China's Crypto Competitor Is Being Built in a Secret Office with Restricted Access - CoinDesk
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9/5/2019 • 6 minutes, 18 seconds
September 4, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Elliptic Raises 23 Million Dollars
Dutch Bank Toughens Rules on Crypto
Ripple Hires Ron Hammond
Links:
Crypto Sleuthing Firm Elliptic Raises $23 Million in Fundraise Led by SBI - CoinDesk
Crypto Firms Serving Netherlands Must Register With Dutch Central Bank - CoinDesk
Ripple Hires Legal Expert Behind Token Taxonomy Act - CoinDesk
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9/4/2019 • 5 minutes, 41 seconds
September 3, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Samsung Files Patent for Blockchain Drive
Binance Buys JEX
Bitcoin and Ether on ETF
Links:
Samsung Files Patent for ‘Programmable Blockchain Solid State Drive’
Binance Acquires Crypto Exchange JEX to Boost Derivatives Offerings - CoinDesk
VanEck, SolidX to Offer Bitcoin ETF to Institutions via SEC Exemption: Report - CoinDesk
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9/3/2019 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
September 2, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 3% at $9,890
XRP is up 1% at 25 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $173
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Burst up 25%
and Grin up 18%
North Korea is denying the UN report that suggests the nation was behind major hacks of banks and cryptocurrency exchanges.
Craig Wright asking for an addiditional 14 days to challenge the judge’s decision because of hurricane dorian.
The Thai crypto exchange bitcoin co is shuttering after 5 years.
Phillipino boxer and senator Manny Pacquiano is launching his own cryptocurrency called ‘pac’.
Soviet-era factories are finding a second life as Bitcoin mining farms.
Links:
Craig Wright Aims to Challenge Court Decision That Cost Half His Bitcoins - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Mining Farms Are Flourishing on the Ruins of Soviet Industry in Siberia - CoinDesk
North Korea denies it amassed $2 billion through cyberattacks on banks - Reuters
Thai crypto exchange Bitcoin Co. shutting down abruptly after 5 years of service - The Block
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9/2/2019 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
September 1, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $9,578
XRP is down 1% at 25 cents
and Ethereum is up half a percent at $169
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dent up 19%
Metronome up 15%
French cybersecurity police announced that they have disabled a cryptojacking botnet with 850,000 servers.
The bitcoin lightning network has been found to have some vulnerabilities.
Cielo is announcing bitcoin support via its 1.4 million point-of-sale devices in Brazil.
India’s top investors are looking to increase their allocation to cryptocurrencies.
Links:
Nearly 10% of India's richest investors are looking to increase allocation to cryptocurrency - The Block
Brazilian payment processing giant announces bitcoin support - The Block
Bitcoin’s Lightning Network found to have security vulnerabilities - The Block
French 'cybercops' dismantle pirate computer network - BBC News
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9/1/2019 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
August 31, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is up slightly at $9,599
XRP is up slightly at 25 cents
and Ethereum down half a percent at $168
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Wanachain up 21%
Quarkchain up 17%
A judge in Florida has confirmed that Craig Wright the self-proclaimed inventor of bitcoin must forfeit half his crypto mined prior to 2014 to the estate of Dave Kleiman.
Japanese monolith SBI holdings has launched an interim shareholder benefits program that pays out in XRP.
Alan Howard, the head of the Brevan Howard hedge fund is launching a crypto portfolio platform.
Seoul based Artbloc will be fractionally selling two pieces of artwork by David Hockney as a pilot program.
Links:
Self-Proclaimed Bitcoin Creator Slammed by Judge, Ordered to Pay Up to $5B - VICE
Seoul's Artbloc to Offer High-End Art Using Blockchain-Based Fractional Ownership - CoinDesk
Billionaire Investor Eyes $1 Billion Crypto Hedge Fund - CoinDesk
SBI Holdings subsidiary to pay shareholders an interim dividend in XRP crypto - The Block
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8/31/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
August 30, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Binance X Advances Open-Source Crypto Development
Thai Customs Adopts TradeLens
Elwood Asset Management Launches Crypto-Specific Fund
Portugal Does Not Tax Crypto
Links:
Binance Funds 40 Developers to Build Open-Source Crypto Software - CoinDesk
IBM-Maersk Logistics Blockchain to Be Used by Thai Customs Agency - CoinDesk
Ficha Doutrinária - 57_INFORMACAO_14436.pdf
Regulation Archives - The Block
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8/30/2019 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
August 29, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
China CBDC No Time Soon
AWS Employee Hacked Capital One
PNC Bank Using RippleNet
Links:
Alleged Capital One Hacker Accused of Secretly Mining Cryptocurrency
Chinese Central Bank ‘Crypto’ Not Launching in November: State Media
US Banking Giant PNC Starts Using RippleNet for Cross-Border Payments
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8/29/2019 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
August 28, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and bitcoin news.
Libra Pays for Bugs
Telegram's Gram to Launch in October
Hong Kong Stores Going Crypto
Links:
Facebook's Libra Project Launches Bug Bounty With $10,000 Max Reward - CoinDesk
Telegram to Beat Facebook to the Punch With Gram Token October Launch
Hong Kong Businesses Begin Adopting Bitcoin as a Form of Protest
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8/28/2019 • 6 minutes, 11 seconds
August 27, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
CoinFlex Raises Ten Million Dollars
Facebook Hires FS Vector
Binance Lending Starts Tomorrow
Links:
Roger Ver–Backed CoinFlex Exchange Is Taking Aim at BitMEX - CoinDesk
Facebook Hires Lobbying Firm to Ease Regulatory Pressure on Libra
Binance Launches Crypto Lending With Up to 15% Annual Interest - CoinDesk
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8/27/2019 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
August 26, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Unbanked Poor in Barrio 31 Get Blockchain System
Waters: Not Down With Libra
LA Man Faces Life for Crypto Crimes
Swiss Grant Licenses to Pure-Play Crypto Firms
Links:
NEC and Partners to Create Blockchain Identity System for Buenos Aires
Switzerland Meetings Didn't Clear US Lawmaker's Doubts on Facebook's Libra - CoinDesk
25-Year-Old Bitcoin Seller Faces Life Sentence for Unlicensed Exchange - CoinDesk
FINMA - FINMA guidance: stringent approach to combating money laundering on the blockchain
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8/26/2019 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
August 25, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
It’s 8:00 eastern August 25th and this is your Daily Crypto Report.
Bitcoin is up 1.3% at $10,120
XRP is up 2.3% at 27 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $189
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Nucleus Vision up 35%
Poet up 22%
Nuls up 22%
and Sirin Labs Token up 20%
Todays headlines:
The Federal Trade Commission has settled charges it had filed against 4 crypto multi-level marketing schemers.
South Korean exchange Bithumb will begin a monthly reviewing process for its cryptocurrency listings.
The US FDA is looking to include blockchain to improve drug and medical products reviews and recalls.
Blockchain(dot)com has integrated BitPay into its wallet.
Links:
Blockchain.com integrates BitPay into its wallet - The Block
Largest Korean Exchange to Review Listings and Drop Failing Coins - CoinDesk
Speech by Dr. Amy Abernethy at the National Coordinator for Health IT Third Interoperability Forum - 08/22/2019 | FDA
FTC Settles With Promoters of Multi-Level Marketing Crypto Scheme - CoinDesk
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8/25/2019 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
August 24, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is down 3.8% at $9,977
XRP is down 2.8% at 26 cents
and Ethereum is down 3% at $188
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
WanChain up 70%
Civic up 43%
FunFair up 37%
and Ignis up 35%
The Governor of the bank of England Mark Carney favors a libra-like currency as the world’s reserve currency instead of the US dollar.
Chairwoman Maxine waters has said that her committee will continue to keep its sights on Libra through the fall.
Circle is planning to raise a 100 million venture capital fund for its equity crowdfunding platform seedinvest.
Hotmine wants to heat homes in Siberia, and decentralize mining power.
Links:
Waters Announces Fall 2019 Priorities and Highlights Committee Accomplishments | Financial Services Committee
Circle is raising $100 million for its new venture fund - The Block
Carney Urges Libra-Like Reserve Currency to End Dollar Dominance - Bloomberg
Bitcoin Miners Are Heating Homes Free of Charge in Frigid Siberia - CoinDesk
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8/24/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
August 23, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin is up 1% at $10,122
XRP is even at 27 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $189
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
WanChain up 35%
and Dent up 22%
Patrick Byrne has stepped down from his position as CEO of Overstock
Several proposed members of Libra’s governance program are considering washing their hands of the Facebook-backed fiasco.
Several exchanges have been affected by an issue with Amazon Web Service in the AP region.
Bitmain is bulking up with over half a million more crypto mining chips.
Links:
Binance suspends deposits and withdrawals due to issues with AWS - The Block
Libra | Financial Times
Bitmain buying 600K more crypto mining chips that could bring $1.2 billion in profit - Report - The Block
Patrick Byrne, Cryptocurrency Champion, Resigns as Overstock CEO - CoinDesk
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8/23/2019 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
August 22, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Web3 Sees Snowden
Tether to Stablecoin Yuan
CA Schools Get Crypto Courses
Links:
Tether to Issue Stablecoin Backed by Yuan in Belgian Bank: Insider - CoinDesk
Blockchain Education Initiatives Launch at California Universities - CoinDesk
'Power to the People': Privacy Was the Rallying Cry of Berlin's Web3 Summit - CoinDesk
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8/22/2019 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
August 21, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
A1 Telekom to Accept Crypto Payments
Houbi to Support DeFi
XRP on NASDAQ
Links:
Austrian Telecommunications Giant to Accept Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
Huobi Expanding DeFi Presence With MakerDao, Compound Support - CoinDesk
CryptoPanic - News aggregator platform indicating impact on price and market for traders and cryptocurrency enthusiasts
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8/21/2019 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
August 20, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Gemini May Join Libra Association
Deloitte Develops Blockchain-in-a-Box
NY Supreme Court Rules Against Bitfinex
INX Does IPO Registered with SEC
Links:
Winklevoss Twins Say They’re ‘In Talks’ About Joining Libra Association
Deloitte Launches 'Blockchain In a Box' to Help Enterprises Showcase Tech - CoinDesk
New York Court Rules That State Attorney Has Jurisdiction Over Bitfinex
Crypto trading platform INX plans to raise $130M via security token IPO, registered with the U.S. SEC - The Block
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8/20/2019 • 6 minutes, 39 seconds
August 19, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Silvergate to Loan Fiat Backed by Crypto
Binances Anounces Venus
Santander Connects Latin America to US With One Pay FX
Links:
Silvergate Bank Eyes Crypto-Backed Loans for Institutions - CoinDesk
Binance Reveals ‘Venus’ — Its Own Project to Rival Facebook’s Libra
Santander to Connect Latin America to Ripple-Powered Remittance Service - CoinDesk
Coinbase Reveals Password Glitch Affecting 3,500 Customers - CoinDesk
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8/19/2019 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
August 18, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $10,420
XRP is up 6.7% at 26 cents
and Ethereum is up 4.3% at $192
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Hydro up 28%
and Bytecoin up 20%
The core developers for ethereum have finalized a list of 6 code changes for Istanbul, launching in October.
A 19-year old was sentenced to 20 months in jail for offering hacking services in return for payments in crypto.
Coinbase has notified users of a password storage issue that affected 3,000 customers.
An exit scam in China resulted in a possible $2.9 billion being stolen.
Links:
Coinbase Reveals Password Glitch Affecting 3,500 Customers - CoinDesk
Ethereum Coders Approve 6 Changes for Upcoming Istanbul Hard Fork - CoinDesk
Man Offering Hacking Services for Bitcoin Gets 20-Month Jail Sentence - CoinDesk
An alleged cryptocurrency exit scam swindled $2.9 billion, but main suspects still on the run - The Block
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8/18/2019 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
August 17, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $10,334
XRP is up 2% at 26 cents
and Ethereum is up half a percent at $185
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Syscoin up 30%
PumaPay up 23%
and Dent up 23%
Crypto miniing hardware and softwaare company Coinmine has reported a 2.5 million seed round of financing.
A blockchain war-game called Fumblechain was introduced at the Black Hat InfoSecurity event.
Poloniex is removing 23 crypto trading pairs due to low volume.
Biance is opening Binance US sometime before November.
Australian tax office has distributed letters and will be fining pensioners and investors who have invested the majority of their retirement funds in cryptocurrencies.
Links:
Warnings issued to Aussies betting 90% of retirement funds on crypto | Micky
Binance to Launch U.S. Division Before November on Cheddar
Poloniex exchange removing 23 crypto trading pairs, citing ‘low volume’ - The Block
Meet FumbleChain, the Deliberately Flawed Blockchain - CoinDesk
Crypto Miner Company CoinMine Scores $2.5 Million in Seed Round - CoinDesk
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8/17/2019 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
August 16, 2019
Todays blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2% at $10,168
XRP is up slightly at 26 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $183
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Streamr up 21%
Apparently Earnst and Young lost 103 bitcoin in the ongoing Quadriga CX case.
Judge Beth Bloom is having a field day at the expense of Craig Wright in their ongoing legal proceedings in Florida.
Coinbase Custody is reporting that they’re receiving 200-400 million per week in new crypto deposits.
Moscow is looking for a contractor to develop a blockchain system for transparent city services.
Links:
Moscow to Develop a Blockchain System for Transparent City Services - CoinDesk
Judge in $10B Bitcoin Lawsuit Rips Craig Wright for No 'Credible Evidence'
A Big Four Audit Firm Lost $1 Million In Bitcoin. Victims Are Losing Patience - CoinDesk
Coinbase Custody receiving $200-400M per week in new crypto deposits from institutions, says Armstrong - The Block
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8/16/2019 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
August 15, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Crypto the Future as Fiat Debt Depresses Bond Yields?
Walmart Patent Application Reveals Blockchain Data Drone to Drone
Binance Jersey and Caspian Partner
Links:
‘Time for Plan ₿,’ Says VanEck Exec as Negative Yield Bonds Hit $15 Trillion
Walmart Files Patent for Blockchain-Backed Drone Communication - CoinDesk
The Block - Crypto simplified
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8/15/2019 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
August 14, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Coinbase Now Customer of ClearBank, Not Barclays
Ripple Must Respond in XRP=Security Suit
Bitcoin at Premium in Hong Kong Amid Turmoil
Samsung Supports Bitcoin in Blockchain Keystore
Links:
Barclays Is No Longer Banking Coinbase - CoinDesk
SEC Guidance Gives Ammo to Lawsuit Claiming XRP Is Unregistered Security - CoinDesk
Hong Kong Is Paying Higher Prices for Bitcoin Amid Political Unrest
Samsung Discreetly Adds Bitcoin Support to Blockchain Keystore
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8/14/2019 • 6 minutes, 36 seconds
August 13, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
BitPay ID Live
North Korea Hacking SWIFT Network Banks
tZERO Open to Retail Investors
Links:
BitPay Now Requires Your Photo ID for Purchases Over $3K in Bitcoin
UN Investigating 35 North Korean Military-Funding Cyberattacks - CoinDesk
The Block - Crypto simplified
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8/13/2019 • 5 minutes, 50 seconds
August 12, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
China's CBDC Out Soon
Goldman Says Buy Bitcoin
Coinbase Drops Zcash for UK Customers August 26
Links:
China's Central Bank 'Close' to Launching Official Digital Currency - CoinDesk
Goldman Sachs Analysts' Note Says Now's a Good Time to Buy Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Coinbase UK Dropping Support for Cryptocurrency Zcash - CoinDesk
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8/12/2019 • 5 minutes, 56 seconds
August 11, 2019
Todays blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $11,439
XRP is up 1.5% at 30 cents
and Ethereum is up 2.7% at $210
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dent up 21%
Zclassic up 17%
and Dock up 27%
IBM has filed a patent for a blockchain based web browser.
A senior official at China’s central bank announced that their central bank digital currency is ready.
Etihad Airways has partnered with a Winding Tree for internal information systems.
Coinbase has released a detailed look at how it foiled a large scale, highly sophisticated attack.
Links:
IBM Files Patent for a Blockchain-Based Web Browser - CoinDesk
Etihad Airways Integrates Travel-Focused Blockchain Platform Winding Tree
Responding to Firefox 0-days in the wild - The Coinbase Blog
China's central bank digital currency is "ready" after 5 years of development - The Block
Emirates' Etihad partners with Swiss blockchain platform Winding Tree - Reuters
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8/11/2019 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
August 10, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 3.5% at $11,334
XRP is down 2% at 29 cents
and Ethereum is down 3.5% at $202
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Tierion up 31%
Dent up 25%
and PumaPay, up 24%
Ripple is looking to sign a few more investment and acquisitions deals.
Robinhood greenlit by the UK Financial Conduct Authority to operate in the UK.
Rhode Island has added money-specific transmitter guidance for crypto companies into its legislation.
New Jersey governor commissions study on use-cases for blockchain tech.
Allianz is in the advanced stages of developing a blockchain based digital token for payments.
Links:
Insurance giant Allianz creating a JPM Coin-like payment token; the project is in ‘advanced stages’ - The Block
New Jersey Signs Blockchain Task Force Program Into Law - CoinDesk
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8/10/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
August 9, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Blockchain Empowers Machine to Machine Payments
Blockstream Announces Two New Mining Centers
15 Governments Unite to Snoop
Links:
No Humans Required: Commerzbank Develops Blockchain Payments for Automated Trucks - CoinDesk
Fidelity Joins Blockstream’s New Institutional Bitcoin Mining Service
The Block - Crypto simplified
15 Nations Plan Global Crypto Monitoring System Under FATF: Report - CoinDesk
Commerzbank Automation
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8/9/2019 • 6 minutes, 30 seconds
August 8, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Budd Intros Tax Fix Act in House
Chinese Hackers Target Crypto Industry
NJ Stops Two ICOs
Bitcoin Hits 80 Quintillion Hashes Per Second Today
Links:
North Carolina Congressman Reintroduces Crypto Tax Bill - CoinDesk
State-Sponsored Chinese Hacking Group Is Targeting Crypto Firms: Report - CoinDesk
New Jersey Calls Two ICOs ‘Fraudulent Securities,’ Issues Stop Order - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Hash Rate Hits a Whopping 80 Quintillion for the First Time
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8/8/2019 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
August 7, 2019
Today's bitcoin and cryptocurrency news.
Amazon Ads-On-Blockchain
Binance to Open London Office
Judge: Coinbase No Fraud
Links:
Amazon Is Looking to Put Advertising Data on a Blockchain - CoinDesk
Binance's CZ: Like It or Not, Facebook's Libra Coin Is Poised for Mass Adoption - CoinDesk
Judge Rules Coinbase Did Not Commit Fraud in Bitcoin Cash Lawsuit
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8/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
August, 6 2019
Todays blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin even at 11,780
Ethereum down 2% at $230
XRP up 4% at .32
Top gainers in the last 24 hours
Digibyte, up 18%
Zclassic, up 18%
Partcl, up 17%
The Federal Reserve has decided it must develop a new interbank system of real-time settlements.
The UN Security Council North Korea Sanctions Committee said that hackers from North Korea stole up to $2 Billion to fund North Korea’s weapons programs.
Facebook has hired Susan Zook of Main Street Consulting to help it lobby for Libra.
Libra faces data privacy concerns.
Links:
Samsung Now Offering 17 Crypto Apps in Blockchain Keystore - CoinDesk
US Federal Reserve Launching Payment System, Crypto Bulls Nonplussed
North Korea Stole $2 Billion in Cryptocurrency From Exchanges, Says UN
Facebook Hires US Senator's Former Aide to Lobby for Libra Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
Global Regulators Warn on Privacy Risks of Facebook's Libra - CoinDesk
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8/6/2019 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
August 5, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
MasterCard Wants Wallets
IBM Adds Big Names For New Chain
Bitmain Reports Big Loss Q1 2019
Links:
Mastercard Hints at Future Crypto Wallet Product with New Job Listings
Search for Jobs
Lenovo, Glaxo, Nokia: Big Names Join New IBM Blockchain - CoinDesk
The Block - Crypto simplified
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8/5/2019 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
August 4, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $10,697
XRP is up slightly at 31 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $219
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Everex up 20%
Zclassic up 17%
Dent up 15%
On the MoneyGram earnings call CEO Alex Holmes spoke about the benefits of the commercial agreement with Ripple.
South Korean Shinhan Financial investment is looking to offer peer-to-peer stock lending on blockchain.
Brazilian tax authorities have levied new requirements for crypto traders.
Links:
South Korea's Shinhan Brokerage to Offer Blockchain-Based Securities Lending - CoinDesk
MoneyGram talks up Ripple partnership, goes live with XRP and xRapid, in Q2 earnings - The Block
Cryptocurrency Transactions in Brazil Must Now be Reported to its Tax Authorities | The Rio Times
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8/4/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
August 3, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 2.4% at $10,767
XRP is down slightly at 31 cents
Ethereum is up 1% at $222
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Hydro up 36%
RChain up 26%
Chainlink up 18%
The Goldman Sachs backed Apple card will not allow the purchase of cryptocurrencies.
China has announced that it is planning to accelerate the research and development of its “legal digital currency”.
AWS has launched a competition with several partners with a 100,000 grand prize.
MIT & Elliptic are using machine learning to examine bitcoin transactions that may be associated with illicit activity.
Links:
China's central bank seeks to accelerate the development of its 'legal digital currency' - The Block
The Apple Card, issued by Goldman Sachs, will not allow purchase of cryptocurrencies - The Block
Time, Randomness, and a $100,000 Prize to Forever Change Blockchain | AWS Startups Blog
MIT's AI Lab Analyzed 200,000 Bitcoin Transactions. Only 2% Were 'Illicit' - CoinDesk
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8/3/2019 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
August 2, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 4.7% at $10,493
XRP is up 1% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is up 2.6% at $219
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bytecoin up 23%
Zclassic up 17%
and Byteball up 16%
Walmart has filed a patent for a fiat-pegged stable coin that echoes the ghost of Facebook’s Libra project.
The Brave browser’s BAT can now be used on Twitter to tip.
Square is showing 125 million in reported bitcoin sales through the Cash App
London based CEX.IO is now operational in 31 states and DC.
Links:
Blockchain Browser Brave Launches Token Tipping Service for Twitter Users
Walmart could be looking to rival Facebook’s Libra with a USD-pegged stablecoin issuance, a patent filing shows - The Block
Crypto Exchange CEX.IO Expands US Service to Cover 31 States - CoinDesk
Square's Q2 Bitcoin Revenue Nearly Doubles From Previous Record - CoinDesk
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8/2/2019 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
August 1, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Kraken Buys Interchange
Australian Digital Currency Association and Blockchain Australia Merge
Senator Says US Government Can't Stop Bitcoin
Bitcoin Searches Beat Stock Searches on Google
Links:
Kraken Exchange Acquires Service Provider for Institutional Investors
Australia’s Two Leading Blockchain Advocate Groups Announce Merger - CoinDesk
The Block - Crypto simplified
US Senator: Even If We Wanted To, We Couldn’t Ban Bitcoin
Bitcoin Overtakes Stocks Searches
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8/1/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
July 31, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitwala Raises $14.5 Million
The United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority Issues Guidance
S7 Sells Tickets on Blockchain
Links:
Sony Co-Leads €13 Million Raise for Crypto Banking Startup Bitwala - CoinDesk
UK Finance Watchdog Issues Guidance on Regulation for Bitcoin and Crypto Assets - CoinDesk
Blockchain Ticketing Platform From Top Russian Airline Took $1 Million in July - CoinDesk
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7/31/2019 • 6 minutes, 1 second
July 30, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
PrimeX Offers Immediate Settlement
Chinese and Russians Like to "Move It, Move It" With Tether
Zuckerberg's Facebook Acknowledges Cracks in Libra Wall
Links:
Prime Trust Launches Instant Settlement Network for Crypto-Fiat Trades - CoinDesk
Millions in Crypto Is Crossing the Russia-China Border Daily. There, Tether Is King - CoinDesk
Facebook Libra Might Never Launch, Concedes Firm - CoinDesk
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7/30/2019 • 8 minutes, 3 seconds
July 29, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Ripple Execs Garlinghouse and Larsen Write Congress
Ridenour Bails on Coinbase, Back at CFTC
Old Austrian Firms Launches New Wallet Chainlock
Links:
200-Year-Old Passport Printing Firm Launches Hardware Crypo Wallet - CoinDesk
The Block - Crypto simplified
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7/29/2019 • 6 minutes, 48 seconds
July 28, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $9,504
XRP is up .5% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is down 1.7% at $209
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Byteball up 18%
Zclassic up 17%
The CEO of Huawei told several Italian media outlets that China should consider issuing cryptocurrencies and look to beat Facebook's Libra.
The FBI is reportedly looking into the 2017 Long Island Iced Tea corporation’s pivot to blockchain.
Binance’s charity arm has fallen short of its transparency goals.
Links:
The FBI wants more information about Long Blockchain — Quartz
Binance Exchange's Charity Falling Short of Transparency Goals - CoinDesk
Huawei CEO thinks China has more power than Facebook when it comes to issuing cryptocurrencies - The Block
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7/28/2019 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
July 27, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 3% at $9,478
XRP is down 3% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is down 4% at $207
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Zclassic up 17%
The IRS is sending letters to 10,000 cryptocurrency holders telling them to report their crypto holdings and pay the proper taxes.
An MIT fellow has called out Libra for "lifting” several of his ideas for the token.
Bitcoin-rewards app Lolli has added 900 retail locations of SafeWay.
Links:
IRS sends letters to warn over 10,000 cryptocurrency investors to report and pay taxes properly - The Block
MIT Fellow Says Facebook 'Lifted' His Ideas for Libra Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
Lolli CEO on Twitter
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7/27/2019 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
July 26, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
SEC Clears Quarters Token
Abra Makes Changes for US
Lightening Labs Releases Lndmon
Links:
In First, SEC Clears Blockchain Gaming Startup to Sell Ethereum Tokens - CoinDesk
Abra App to Restrict Services for US Users Over Regulatory Issues - CoinDesk
Lightning Labs Designs Monitoring Tool for 'Layer 2' Bitcoin Network - CoinDesk
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7/26/2019 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
July 25, 2019
Today's crypocurrency and blockchain news.
Americans Trust Bitcoin Over Libra
Justin Sun Apologizes
John McAfee Released
William Green Indicted
TD Ameritrade Clients Want Crypto
Links:
People in US Trust Bitcoin More Than Facebook's Libra: Report - CoinDesk
Tron's Sun Apologizes to Regulators for 'Over-Marketing' Buffett Lunch - CoinDesk
John McAfee Reportedly Released Following Detainment in The Dominican Republic
The Block - Crypto simplified
TD Ameritrade CEO: We're Taking 'Crawl, Walk, Run' Approach to Crypto - CoinDesk
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7/25/2019 • 7 minutes, 2 seconds
July 24, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Civic and BitGo Launch Civic Wallet Fourth Quarter 2019
German Crypto Firms Must Have BaFin License in 2020
Libra Slow to Respond to Swiss
Where is John McAfee?
Links:
Civic, BitGo Announce a Consumer Mobile Wallet - CoinDesk
Germany: Crypto Businesses will Require a BaFin License Next Year
Facebook Libra Hasn't Responded to Information Request: Swiss Watchdog - CoinDesk
Where in the World Is John McAfee? - CoinDesk
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7/24/2019 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
July 23, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 4.8% at $10,019
XRP is down 3.6% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is down 4.3% at $212
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Zclassic up 17%
Refereum up 16%
The House of Commons’ Digital, Culture, Media and Sport committee has expressed concern that Facebook will have too much power after launching a cryptocurency.
The VOATZ mobile voting app is launching another pilot program.
Justin Sun is rescheduling his lunch with Warren Buffett.
Iran has approved cryptocurrency mining as an industry within its borders.
Links:
Iran Legalizes Crypto Mining - CoinDesk
Warren Buffett's charity lunch with cryptocurrency entrepreneur postponed
UK parliamentary committee wants to look into Libra - The Block
Utah County to Offer Blockchain Voting App in Municipal Elections - CoinDesk
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7/23/2019 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
July 22, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
FINRA Extends Crypto Reporting Deadline
FairX Gone
B of A Files Patent Using Ripple DLT
Links:
FINRA Extends Deadline for Firms to Report Crypto Activity - CoinDesk
Crypto Bank FairX Shuts Down Citing Lack of Funds, Bleak Future - CoinDesk
Bank of America Files Patent for Settlement System Citing Ripple
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7/22/2019 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
July 21, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up .5% at $10,577
XRP is up slightly at 33 cents
and Ethereum is up slightly at $225
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Melon up 43%
Quantum Resistance up 24%
KPMG is partnering with TOMIA, Microsoft, and R3 to build out a blockchain for telecom settlements.
The Diana blockchain startup is launching a lunar registry that will divide the moon.
The Block is reporting a scoop that Fidelity investments has filed its application to be a new york trust
Steve Wozniak has invested in, and become a co-founder of a blockchain energy saving company called EFFORCE.
Links:
Diana, a Blockchain 'Lunar Registry,' Attempts to Tokenize the Moon - CoinDesk
Fidelity's crypto arm has officially applied to operate in New York as a trust - The Block
KPMG to Work With Microsoft, Tomia and R3 on Blockchain Telecom Solutions
Apple Co-Founder ‘Woz’ launches blockchain company in Malta - The Malta Independent
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7/21/2019 • 6 minutes, 29 seconds
July 20, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up half a % at $10,572
XRP is up 3.5% at 33 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $225
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Melon up 28%
PumaPay up 22%
and Bitcoin SV up 21%
The US Government has seized $19 million worth of bitcoin in a dark web drug operation.
The President of Deutsche Bundesbank has spoken out in favor of Facebook’s Libra
Bitso has received its DLT license from the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission.
A person unaffiliated with Samsung is reportedly trying to trademark "Samsung Coin" in South Korea
Dmitri Vasilev the former CEO of the exchange WEX was arrested yesterday in Italy.
Links:
US authorities seize $19 million worth of bitcoins in dark web drug probe - The Block
ECB's Weidmann: Should be vigilant about stablecoins but not alarmed - Reuters
Bitso: the first regulated platform in LatAm - Bitso (EN)
Ex-CEO of BTC-e Exchange’s Spin-Off WEX Is Arrested in Italy
Someone Is Trying to Trademark 'Samsung Coin.' It's Not Samsung - CoinDesk
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7/20/2019 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
July 19, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 6% at $10,346
XRP is down .05% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $218
Those are your leaders by market cap
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Melon up 33%
Ignis up 28%
and Bytecoin up 22%
The block performed a sentiment analysis that showed democrats were more negative than republicans about Libra.
No policy is yet establisehd re: banning currently-banned facebook users from Libra.
Zcash forked overnight to form YCash.
Bitcoin Coder Peter Todd has been accused of sexual misconduct.
Links:
Sexual Misconduct Allegations Emerge Against Bitcoin Coder Peter Todd - CoinDesk
Can Banned Facebook Users Like Alex Jones Use Libra Crypto Coin? - Bloomberg
Analysis: Democrats more negative than Republicans at House hearing on Facebook's Libra - The Block
Privacy Coin Zcash Will Soon Undergo Its First 'Friendly' Fork – Meet Ycash - CoinDesk
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7/19/2019 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
July 18, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Libra Grilled
Japan Heads Crypto SWIFT
Ten Million Dollar Crypto Thief Caught
Links:
Japan Has FATF Green Light to Create 'SWIFT Network' for Crypto: Report - CoinDesk
Ex-Microsoft Employee Arrested for $10 Million Crypto Theft
Lawmakers Amp Up Pressure on Facebook to Halt Libra Cryptocurrency Development - CoinDesk
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7/18/2019 • 7 minutes, 26 seconds
July 17, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Germany and France: No Libra
IBM Ups Crypto Patents
Former CFTC Head: Libra a Security
Links:
German Finance Minister: Facebook Shouldn't Be Allowed to Compete With the Euro - CoinDesk
IBM Triples Number of Blockchain Patents in US Since Last Year
Facebook's Libra Should Be Regulated Like a Security, Says Former CFTC Chair - CoinDesk
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7/17/2019 • 6 minutes, 57 seconds
July 16, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
IMF Publishes Crypto Report
Two SeedCX Companies Get NY BitLicenses
Binance Eyes South Korea
Sheetz Goes Crypto
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7/16/2019 • 7 minutes, 15 seconds
July 15, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Ethereum Flash Crash
UK Targets Crypto in Plan
Leaked Document in India Would Ban all Crypto Except Digital Rupee
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7/15/2019 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
July 14, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 6% at $10,684
XRP is down 4% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is down 9% at $243
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Populous up 21%
Ethos up 18%
Zclassic up 17%
Congressional leaders have drafted a bill to ban large tech institutions from launching digital assets.
The US Senate has approved the Blockchain Promotion Act.
Chinese police have arrested 22 bitcoin miners for mining with stolen electricity.
Veil, the crypto prediction and derivatives market is closing down.
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7/14/2019 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
July 13, 2019
Todays cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is down 3% at $11,299
XRP is down 3% at 33 cents
and Ethereum is down 3% at $266
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Populous up 21%
Ethos up 18%
Zclassic up 17%
A Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme mastermind has had his house burned down and looted by an angry mob.
The IRS has confirmed that it has trained staff on finding crypto wallets.
Monroe college in New York City is under a ransomware attack.
Binance has destroyed $26 million dollars worth of its team’s Binance coin token.
Links:
IRS Confirms It Trained Staff on Finding Crypto Wallets - CoinDesk
Binance Completes 8th Quarterly BNB Burn – Binance
2019-25765_TNTDocs_CI-Cyber-Crimes_PDFONLY.pdf - Google Drive — (Also, this deck is awful right?)
Angry mob burns down home of suspected Bitcoin swindler - The Verge
Monroe College Hit With Ransomware, $2 Million Demanded
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7/13/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
July 12, 2019
Bitcoin is up 1% at $11,716
XRP is up 3% at 34 cents
and Ethereum is up 2% at $276
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
ZClassic up 80%
Waltonchain up 20%
Bytecoin up 17%
Japanese crypto exchange Bitpoint has been hacked for $32 million in lost assets.
US president takes to Twitter to announce he’s "not a fan" of crypto.
The American football team the Miami Dolphins announce partnership with the Litecoin Foundation.
Bank of England Governor says that Facebook’s Libra must be “Rock solid”.
Links:
The Miami Dolphins Now Have an 'Official Crypto' – And It's Litecoin - CoinDesk
BOE Mark Carney Says Facebook Libra Must Be Solid From Start - Bloomberg
Japanese crypto exchange Bitpoint hacked, lost $32 million - The Block
'Not a fan:' President Donald Trump comments on Facebook’s Libra, Bitcoin, and cryptocurrencies for the first time - The Block
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7/12/2019 • 6 minutes, 1 second
July 11, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Virtual Commodity Association Spins Up
Crypto Exchanges Must Register in Canada
Fed Head Leers at Libra Before Congress
Links:
Winklevoss-backed Crypto Self-Regulatory Group Prepares to Woo Congress - CoinDesk
Canada's Crypto Exchanges Must Now Register as MSBs, Report Transactions Over $10K - CoinDesk
Fed Chair Says Libra 'Cannot Go Forward' Until Facebook Addresses Concerns - CoinDesk
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7/11/2019 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
July 10, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Twins Say Bitcoin Has Room to Rise
Facebook: India, No Libra for You
IRS Wants Crypto-Download History
Links:
Winklevoss Twins: 'It's the Bottom of the First Inning' for Bitcoin
Facebook Says It Won't Launch Crypto in India Due to Regulatory Issues - CoinDesk
IRS Allegedly Hopes to Make Tech Giants Release User Crypto Activity
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7/10/2019 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
July 9, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Libra Threat Has PBOC Moving on Digital Yuan
Crypto Custodians Cannot Comply
Bitcoin Mining Harder
Links:
Facebook Libra Threat Could Spur Work on China's National Digital Currency: PBoC Official - CoinDesk
US SEC and FINRA Issue Statement on Crypto Custody Issues
Bitcoin's Mining Difficulty Just Posted Its Biggest Increase Since 2018 - CoinDesk
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7/9/2019 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
July 8, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
ECB: No Regulatory Void For Libra
Libra Insecure Says Sprague
Singapore to Remove Tax on Crypto
Links:
Facebook's Libra Is a 'Wake-Up Call' for Regulators, Says ECB Policymaker - CoinDesk
Facebook's Libra Lacks Foundational Components for Crypto Key Security - CoinDesk
libra_calibra_whitepaper.pdf
Singapore's Tax Agency Proposes to Exempt Cryptos From GST - CoinDesk
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7/8/2019 • 6 minutes, 33 seconds
July 7, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $11,363
XRP is up 4% at 39 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $293
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Waves up 21%
Populos up 19%
Bitcoin’s hash rate has hit a new all time high.
The SEC is seeking more data on public blockchains.
Singapore has published an updated guide explaining the goods and services tax and how that relates to cryptocurrencies.
Links:
What is Hash Rate? 3 Things to Know (2019 Updated)
Singapore Releases New Draft on Tax Guidelines for Crypto: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Dash, Monero, Ripple and Zcash | The Daily Hodl
Blockchain Data - Federal Business Opportunities: Opportunities
Bitcoin's hash rate hits all-time high - The Block
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7/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 1 second
July 6, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is up 1.8% at $11,402
XRP is up slightly % at 38 cents
and Ethereum is down half a % at $290
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Populous up 35%
Waltonchain up 27%
Storj up 22%
and Linkeye up 20%
Euronext has invested €5 million in Tokeny Solutions
Chinese financial news Sina Finance has debuted a cryptocurrency index.
Monero patched a few security vulnerabilities with their most recent version.
DogeCoin was up this week following a listing on Binance
Links:
Dogecoin Price Surges 37% Following Binance Listing Announcement - CoinDesk
Euronext Invests in Tokeny Solutions, The Compliant Tokenization Platform - Tokeny Solutions
Monero security flaw could’ve seen XMR stolen from cryptocurrency exchanges
Chinese news app Sina Finance unveils new cryptocurrency feature · TechNode
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7/6/2019 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
July 5th, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news:
Bitcoin is down 5% at $11,214
XRP is down 4% at 38 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $292
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dogecoin up 41%
and Komodo up 20%
Venezuela Presdent Nicolas Maduro has ordered the Bank of Venezuela to accept the Petro.
BTG Pactual of Brazil is partnering with Dalma Capital in Dubai to issue over $1 billion in security tokens
Bank of Japan official implies that decline of cash is necessary step for widest crypto adoption.
Scottish brewery BrewDog extends crowdfunding efforts into the crypto sector.
Links:
BrewDog Now Lets You Buy Company Shares Paying With 10 Cryptocurrencies
Brazilian Bank Plans to Use Tezos Blockchain for STOs Worth $1 Billion - CoinDesk
Brazil’s BTG Pactual Plans $1 Billion Crypto Token Partnership - Bloomberg
Digital currency operators must comply with rules: Bank of Japan's Amamiya - Reuters
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7/5/2019 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
July 4, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
US House Committee to Facebook: Halt Libra Now
Coinsquare Buys Control of Just Cash
Casa's Sats App Debuts Today
Links:
US Congress Requests Moratorium on Facebook’s Libra Stablecoin
Coinsquare, Just Cash Partnership Enables Non-Bank ATM Crypto Transactions - CoinDesk
The Money Masters – Famous Quotations on Banking
Casa Launches Lightning Node Mobile App for Bitcoin Newbies - CoinDesk
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7/4/2019 • 7 minutes, 23 seconds
July 3, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Gemini Applies for Broker-Dealer License
Bank of Japan Looks Hard at Libra
Etoro Supports ERC-20 Tokens
Cuba Adding Crypto
Links:
Gemini to Apply for Broker-Dealer License in Bid to Trade Crypto Securities - CoinDesk
Now Japanese Regulators Are Getting Anxious About Facebook's Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
Sanctions-Hit Cuba Eyes Cryptocurrency as Solution to Financial Woes - CoinDesk
eToro Is Adding the First ERC-20 Crypto Tokens to Its Wallet – 120 of Them - CoinDesk
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7/3/2019 • 5 minutes, 53 seconds
July 2, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Calibra Gets Licensed
Houbi Group Building "Regulator Friendly" Public Blockchain
Binance CEO: Leverage!
Links:
Facebook's Inches Towards Global Regulatory Compliance, Applies for New York BitLicense - CoinDesk
Huobi to Target Decentralized Finance With New Public Blockchain - CoinDesk
Binance Launching Crypto Futures Trading Platform With Up to 20x Leverage
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7/2/2019 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
July 1, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
BIS Chief: CBDC Sooner
Chinese See Crypto as Strategic Weapon: Deloitte
Casey Says Crypto Top of Mind with Regulators
Links:
BIS Chief: Central Banks May Issue Digital Currencies 'Sooner Than We Think' - CoinDesk
Deloitte: China Looking to Use Blockchain as a \'Strategic Weapon\'
Bitcoin, Facebook and the End of 20th Century Money - CoinDesk
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7/1/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
June 30, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is down 2% at $11,508
XRP is down 2% at 40 cents
and Ethereum is down .05% at $302
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Hxro up 60%
Chainlink up 21%
Court hearings continued on the Craig Wright case at a federal court in Florida.
Chainlink has been on a tear this week possibly linked to listings on Coinbase Pro and Coinbase.
New York regulators have extended a deadline for cryptocurrency exchange Bittrex.
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6/30/2019 • 5 minutes, 58 seconds
June 29, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $11,950
XRP is up 2% at 41 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $307
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Chainlink up 51%
Hydro up 20%
Hxro up 20%
Viberate up 20%
Binance may be looking to list Facebook’s Libra.
Henry Kravis, a co-founder of KKR & Co has invested in the crypto-oriented fund ParaFi capital.
Goldman Sachs still believe they can play a role in crypto disruption.
Iranian authorities have blamed an unusual rise in electricity consumption in the country on cryptocurrency miners.
Links:
« Chez Goldman Sachs, nous n'anticipons pas de crise financière majeure en 2020 » | Les Echos — En Francais
The Bitcoin Bite: Iran Says Power Grid Hit By Cryptocurrency-Mining Surge
KKR’s Kravis Invests in His Former Credit Analyst's Crypto Fund - Bloomberg
Goldman Sachs could 'absolutely' play a role in crypto disruption, CEO says - The Block
Binance Talking to Facebook About Libra Listing: Reports - CoinDesk
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6/29/2019 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
June 28, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is up half a percent at $11,871
XRP is down 3% at 41 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $305
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Byteball up 19%
MaidSafeCoin up 19%
Quantum Resistance up 15%
Banks in the Eurozone are preparing for Facebook’s Libra.
The Trump administration has turned to Israeli crypto startup ORBS to develop blockchain solutions for the region’s political conflicts.
The web3 foundation has closed a private sale to fund the development of Polkadot.
Links:
Trump Administration in Talks With Crypto Startup on Israeli–Palestinian Peace Plans - CoinDesk
Blockchain Protocol Polkadot Sold 500,000 DOT Tokens - Finance and Funding - Altcoin Buzz
EU banks plan to join instant payments system as they fear Facebook's Libra crypto - The Block
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6/28/2019 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
June 27, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Coinbase Crashes Briefly as Bitcoin Dives
Koinex Closing; Houbi Expanding in Turkey
China Warming to Bitcoin?
Links:
Coinbase Hit With Outage As Bitcoin Price Drops $1.8K in 15 Minutes - CoinDesk
India: Another Crypto Exchange Closes Due to Regulatory Pressure
Huobi Expands to Turkey Where 20% of the Population Hold Crypto
China’s state-run media agency reports bitcoin is a safe haven - Decrypt
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6/27/2019 • 5 minutes, 56 seconds
June 26, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Big Bitcoin Dominates Market
Opera Touch Wallets iOS
Crypto Central Bank???
Links:
Bitcoin’s Share of $350 Billion Crypto Market Highest Since 2017 - CoinDesk
Opera's Browser With Built-In Crypto Wallet Launches for iPhones - CoinDesk
Ex-Trump Economist Joins 'Crypto Central Bank' After Failed Fed Bid - CoinDesk
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6/26/2019 • 6 minutes, 21 seconds
June 25, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Kraken Raises $13.5 Million
Maxine Hears Marcus After Senate
jPMorgan Set to Trial JPM Coin
Links:
Over 2,000 Investors Back Kraken Crypto Exchange’s $13 Million Crowdfunding - CoinDesk
JPMorgan to Start Customer Trials of Its 'JPM Coin' Crypto - CoinDesk
The Block - Crypto simplified
US Congress Calls For Second Hearing on Facebook’s Libra in July
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6/25/2019 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
June 24, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain report.
BIS Disses Tech Firms
Facebook Hiring for Calibra
Links:
BIS Wants 'Level Playing Field' for Banks Amid Threat from Facebook - CoinDesk
Facebook Seeking Crypto Wallet Data Engineer, Regulatory Policy Expert - CoinDesk
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6/24/2019 • 5 minutes, 38 seconds
June 23, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is down 3% at $10,547
XRP is up 2% at 46 cents
and Ethereum is down slightly at $306
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
NEO, up 16%
Bitmain is reportedly planning a US IPO later this year.
Coinmine will now give users the option to be paid in Bitcoin.
The New York Senate has confirmed Linda Lacewell as the new superintendent of the NYDFS.
Links:
Bitmain Shifting IPO Plans to the US on Growing Bitcoin Optimism
At-Home Crypto Miner Coinmine Now Pays Out Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Press Release - June 21, 2019: Linda A. Lacewell Confirmed by Senate as New York Superintendent of Financial Services | Department of Financial Services
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6/23/2019 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
June 22, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news:
Bitcoin is up 10.5% at $10,874
XRP is up 3.2% at 41 cents
and Ethereum is up 6.5% at $300
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Dent, up 27%
Burst, up 22%
France is set to create a G7 stable coin taskforce following Facebook's announcement of Libra.
The FATF standards released yesterday include a controversial requirement VASPs must pass information about their customers.
Craig Wright has missed his date to disclose his full bitcoin holdings and could be held in contempt of court.
Bitcoin and Ethereum both posted year-highs today.
Links:
Bitcoin Price Tops $10K for First Time Since 2018 - CoinDesk
France creates G7 cryptocurrency task force as Facebook's Libra unsettles governments - Reuters
All Global Crypto Exchanges Must Now Share Customer Data, FATF Rules - CoinDesk
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6/22/2019 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
June 21, 2019
Today'd cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is up 5% at $9,830
XRP is up 3.5% at 44 cents
and Ethereum is up 7% at $288
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Tierion, up 47%
Bitcoin ATMs get boost in the US through a partnership with Circle K.
QuadrigaCX founder reportedly stole more than $200 million from his customers.
Roll raised 1.7 million in a seed round.
Links:
Roll Wants to Take Power From YouTube With Cryptos for Content Creators - CoinDesk
FIFTH REPORT OF THE MONITOR Re: QUADRIGA
Bitcoin ATMs Installed at 20 Circle K Convenience Stores in Western US
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6/21/2019 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
June 20, 2019
Today's cryptocurency and blockchain news.
Line Gets Exchange
Rust Behind Libra
Senate Banking Committee Schedules Hearings on Libra
Links:
LINE's Crypto Exchange Could Win Japan License This Month, Report Says - CoinDesk
Facebook picked Rust to implement Libra | Hacker News
Senate Banking Committee Schedules Hearing on Facebook's Massive Cryptocurrency Project
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6/20/2019 • 5 minutes, 39 seconds
June 19, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Waters Wants Libra Halt
Bank of England to "Scrutinize" Libra
Bancor Bans US Customers July 8
Links:
Halt Libra? US Lawmakers Call for Hearings on Facebook's Crypto - CoinDesk
Bank of England Governor Says Facebook's Libra Crypto Will Be Scrutinized - CoinDesk
Bancor Seeks to Exclude US Users From Trading Over Regulatory Uncertainty
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6/19/2019 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
June 18, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Libra Launched
R3 and Digital Asset Work Together
Japanese Curious About Crypto
Links:
Facebook Unveils Libra Cryptocurrency, Targeting 1.7 Billion Unbanked - CoinDesk
Private Blockchain's Biggest Startups Integrate in Unprecedented Tie-Up - CoinDesk
Japanese Gov’t Agency Reports 170% Increase in Consumer Inquiries About Crypto in 2018
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6/18/2019 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
June 17, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
South Korean Exchanges Accept Liability for Hacks
Bram Cohen is CEO
Bitcoin: One Million Active Addresses
Links:
Korean Crypto Exchanges Update Terms to Accept Liability for Hacks - CoinDesk
BitTorrent Creator Bram Cohen Takes Over as CEO at Chia Network - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Surpasses One Million Daily Active Addresses | Cointelegraph
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6/17/2019 • 5 minutes, 18 seconds
June 16, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin is up 5% at $9,131
XRP is up 3% at 42 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $274
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Stratis, up 19%
Dock, up 18%
and Poet up 17%
A federal judge in Florida has threatened to hold Craig Wright in contempt.
Two blockchain startups are partnering with Amazon to enable purchases on the site with Ethereum.
Bitcoin topped $9,300 today its highest in 13 months.
The smart contract network Chainlink has partnered up with Google.
Links:
Chainlink - Official Channel on Twitter: "We're thrilled to share that Google is one of the great companies integrating #Chainlink into their approach to smart contract adoption. Here's how @GCPcloud users can use Chainlink to connect to BigQuery, one of Google's most popular cloud services. https://t.co/TfaGPP5TlS"
US Federal judge threatens to hold Craig Wright in criminal contempt in ongoing court case - The Block
Two Startups Are Partnering to Enable Amazon Purchases with Ethereum - CoinDesk
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6/16/2019 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
June 15, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is up 4.5% at $8,671
XRP is up 1.5% at 40 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $266
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
KuCoin shares, up 17%
Rhode Island issues RFP for blockchain initiatives for state operations.
The financial supervisory authority of Iceland has given the go-ahead to Monerium.
Jack Dorsey thinks its time for the internet to have a web-based global currency.
Links:
Rhode Island Looks to Adopt Blockchain For Government Use - CoinDesk
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6/15/2019 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
June 14, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 2% at $8,277
XRP is down 1% at 39 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $255
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Chainlink, up 34%
Cortex up 20%
Binance is shuttering access for US based customers.
Napster founder's IOT company Helium went to the blockchain and closed a 15 million series C this week.
Faceboook has signed more than a dozen companies including Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Stripe and Uber to back its new crypto.
Links:
Facebook’s New Cryptocurrency, Libra, Gets Big Backers - WSJ
US customers to be blocked from trading on Binance.com - The Block
Napster Founder's IoT Startup to Go Crypto With $15 Million Series C - CoinDesk
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6/14/2019 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
June 13, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $8,121
XRP is up 1% at 40 cents
and Ethereum is down 4% at $258
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
POA network, up 16%
Square Crypto announces its first hire via Twitter.
Walmart is participating in a drug-verification pilot with IBM, KPMG and drugmaker Merck.
Ubisoft if reportedly exploring potential blockchain applications
Links:
Retail Giant Walmart Enters Second Drug-Tracking Blockchain Trial - CoinDesk
Square Crypto on Twitter: "Hey guys. Management again. Unfortunately, things didn't work out with Gary. However, we think we've found somebody who can live up to his commitment to decentralization. Please welcome Steve Lee, aka @moneyball, to the Square Crypto team."
Report: French Gaming Giant Ubisoft Considering Potential Blockchain Applications
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6/13/2019 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
June 12, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Coinbase Visa Debit Expands
Visa B2B Connect Live Today
RippleNet on Rise
IEOs Raising Coin
CryptoCompare Rates Exchanges
Links:
Coinbase Expands Cryptocurrency Visa Debit Cards Across Europe - CoinDesk
Crypto Challenger: Visa Aims to 'Transform Cross-Border Payments' With Launch of Blockchain-Based Platform | The Daily Hodl
Ripple Reveals Record-Breaking Surge in Transactions on Global Payment Network RippleNet | The Daily Hodl
Crypto Startups Have Found A New Way To Separate Gullible Investors From Their Money | Zero Hedge
CryptoCompare Launches Benchmark Rankings for Cryptocurrency Exchanges - CoinDesk
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6/12/2019 • 7 minutes, 52 seconds
June 11, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Gram on Sale July 11 on Liquid
Philippines Central Bank on Crypto
Target Targets Blockchain Solution
Links:
Messaging Giant Telegram's ICO Token Is at Last Going on Public Sale - CoinDesk
Philippines Central Bank Warns on Risks of Growing Cryptocurrency Use - CoinDesk
Retail Giant Target Is Quietly Working on a Blockchain for Supply Chains - CoinDesk
Senate Banking Committee Sets Hearing on Facebook’s Crypto for July 16
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6/11/2019 • 6 minutes, 36 seconds
June 10, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
MoneyGram Sees Crypto as Future of Industry
G20 Implementing New Rules
Zilliqa Supports Smart Contracts
Links:
MoneyGram Exec Predicts Crypto Takeover After Internal Tests With Ripple and XRP | The Daily Hodl
G20 Reaffirms It Will Apply Expected Tough New FATF Rules on Crypto - CoinDesk
Zilliqa Passes 'Milestone' With Addition of Smart Contracts to Its Blockchain - CoinDesk
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6/10/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
June 9, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $7,870
XRP is down 3% at 40 cents
and Ethereum is down 2.5% at $243
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
GX Chain up 23%
and Vertcoin up 21%
Bittrex will be removing access for over 30 crypto assets for its USA based users.
Whale Alert flags bitcoin moving from the 2016 Bitfinex hack.
Hackers have apparently breached over 100 ripple wallets managed by GateHub.
Coinroom exit scam.
Bitcoin trade volume on Coinbase hit a 14 month high in May.
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6/9/2019 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
June 8, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Blockchain Shares Health Data
India to Outlaw Crypto?
GlobalCoin Goes Basket of Currencies
AB-InBev Invests in BanQ
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6/8/2019 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
June 7, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Komodo and npm Secure Wallets
Pollock Asks a Good Question
Global Crypto Investigations
Links:
Crypto Developer Komodo 'Hacks' Wallet Users to Foil $13 Million Theft - CoinDesk
Ethereum Labeled Usable Currency by SEC — Will the Price Grow As a Result?
Australia to Crack Down on Crypto Tax Avoidance Schemes - CoinDesk
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6/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
June 6, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Marshall Islands Moving Ahead Full Steam with SOV
Facebook Reveals GlobalCoin This Month
Argent Wallet Protected
Links:
Marshall Islands Sets Up Non-Profit to Oversee National Digital Currency - CoinDesk
Facebook Set to Reveal Own Cryptocurrency in June, Report Says - CoinDesk
Ethereum Startups Team to Offer 'Banking-Grade' Wallet Security - CoinDesk
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6/6/2019 • 7 minutes, 6 seconds
June 5, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Tadge Dryja: Utreexo!
Apple CryptoKit Hits
Links:
Lightning Network Pioneer Releases New Code for Bitcoin Scaling Concept - CoinDesk
Apple Announces 'CryptoKit' As Part Of Upcoming iOS Upgrade - ETHNews.com
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6/5/2019 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
June 4, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
BIS Head Concerned Over CBDC
Cadence on Bloomberg Terminal
Links:
Bundesbank Chief Warns on Risks of Central Bank Digital Currencies - CoinDesk
Bloomberg Terminal Lists Ethereum-Based Debt Instrument - CoinDesk
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6/4/2019 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
June 3, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
MediLedger Adds Walmart
LocalBitcoins Deletes Cash for Crypto Option
CFTC Chats Up Facebook
Links:
Walmart Joins Pharmaceutical-Tracking Blockchain Consortium MediLedger - CoinDesk
FT: US Regulator CFTC in Talks With Facebook Over Rumored Crypto Plans
LocalBitcoins Removes Cash-for-Crypto Trading Option - CoinDesk
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6/3/2019 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
June 2, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $8,717
XRP is down 1.5% at 44 cents
and Ethereum is down 1% at $273
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bloom up 24%
Library credits up 22%
Ravencoin, up 20%
Block one is launching a social media platform on the EOS blockchain called Voice.
Binance DEX is set to geo-block US customers starting in July.
The copyright registered for the original bitcoin white paper is causing problems.
Japanese bank SBI says it’s working to make in-store XRP payments a reality
Links:
Eos Developer Block.one Announces Blockchain-Based Social Media Platform Voice
The Ripple Effect: XRP Payments Coming to Stores Via Banking Giant | The Daily Hodl
The Copyright for the Satoshi White Paper is Already Causing Trouble - CoinDesk
Binance DEX to geo-block U.S. customers and 28 other countries starting in July - The Block
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6/2/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
June 1, 2019
Bitcoin is up 3.5% at $8,569
XRP is up 3% at 43 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $268
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bloom up 33%
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
The SEC Director of Corporation Finance said that cryptocurrencies can shift from being a potential security to clearly not being one.
Japan has officially revised its laws to provide more clarity, tighter leash on cryptocurrencies.
State Farm and USAA are working together to test a blockchain solution.
The president and COO of Coinbase left the firm.
Links:
SEC's Hinman Says Some ICOs May Be Eligible for 'No-Action' Relief - CoinDesk
Working with USAA to Test a Blockchain Solution | State Farm
Coinbase president and COO Asiff Hirji departs the firm - The Block
Japan Hardens Rules for Cryptocurrency Storage and Trading - CoinDesk
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6/1/2019 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
May 31, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Cryptopia Owes Two Point Seven Million
SEC Hosts Forum Today
Crypto A Go-Go?
Links:
Collapsed Crypto Exchange Cryptopia Owes Creditors $2.7 Million: Liquidators - CoinDesk
What to Expect at the SEC's Blockchain Forum Friday - CoinDesk
What's Behind Bitcoin's Blistering Ascent: Former Chinese Central Banker Denied Transfer Of $20,000 Abroad | Zero Hedge
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5/31/2019 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
May 30, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Staff Creds on Chain at Three Irish Banks
Two Craig Wright's?
Coinbase Not DEXing Now
Links:
Three of Ireland's ‘Big Four’ Banks Using Blockchain to Verify Staff Credentials - CoinDesk
Another Satoshi: Second Copyright Filing Appears for Bitcoin White Paper - CoinDesk
Coinbase Not Currently Investing in Decentralized Exchange Sector, Executive Confirms
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5/30/2019 • 5 minutes, 44 seconds
May 29, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
IOTA Upgrades
BitBond Issues Regulated STO
Rakuten Wallet Partners with CypherTrace
Links:
IOTA launches major network upgrade Coordicide, removes centralized network coordinator | CryptoSlate
Bitbond Plans to Raise $3.9 Million in Germany's 'First' Regulated STO - CoinDesk
Rakuten Wallet Partners With CipherTrace to Assure Safety of Its Upcoming Crypto Exchange
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5/29/2019 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
May 28, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
JP Morgan Chase Builds Privacy into Blockchain
TATTOO Launched
CBDC Endorsed
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5/28/2019 • 6 minutes, 5 seconds
May 27, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 10% at $8,843
XRP is up 8% at 41 cents
and Ethereum is up 7% at $270
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
POA network up 48%
crypto.com up 29%
Dent, up 29%
and Bitcoin SV up 27%
In the past 24 hours Bitcoin marked a new high for 2019.
Cryptopia has filed for bankruptcy protection in the US.
The Cardano foundation is joining the fintech association of Hong Kong.
Fidelity investments is running a room full of ASIC bitcoin miners out of their Texas office.
Links:
Fidelity Is Really In Love With Bitcoin: Texas Office Filled With Crypto ASICs | NewsBTC
Cardano Foundation Joins the Fintech Association of Hong Kong - Coindoo
Cryptopia Liquidators Reveal Bankruptcy Filing in New York | Crypto Briefing
Bitcoin Hits New 2019 High Above $8,900 - CoinDesk
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5/27/2019 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
May 26, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is down 1.5% at $7,960
XRP is down 2% at .37 cents
and Ethereum is down 2% at $248
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Counterparty up 63%
Aeron up 28%
Storm up 17%
Binance has confirmed that margin trading is on the way.
A Tass report has suggested that Russia is considering a gold-backed cryptocurrency.
The SEC has sued a california resident on charges of selling unregistered securities, and conducting a ponzi scheme disguised as a cryptocurrency.
A potentially malicious vulnerability has been flagged on walletgenerator . net.
Links:
SEC Sues Alleged $26 Million 'Crypto' Ponzi Scheme Operator - CoinDesk
Potentially Malicious Vulnerability Found on Cryptocurrency Paper Wallet Generator
Binance to Launch Margin Trading – Trustnodes
Russian Central Bank to Consider Gold-Backed Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
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5/26/2019 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
May 25, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 1% at $8,080
XRP is up slightly at 39 cents
and Ethereum is up 1.5% at $255
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Eldoo, up 14%
Montana has passed a bill that will exempt utility tokens from security laws
Proxima Media has raised $100 million for a token that allows fractional investment in media content.
Bitcoin Cash miners have performed a 51% attack on the BCH blockchain in an effort to undo another miner’s 'illegitimate' work.
Links:
Ryan Kavanaugh's Proxicoin, The First Security Token Allowing Investors To Invest In Studio Quality Film And Television Slates, Receives $100 Million USD Investment From The Central Wealth Investment Fund Of Hong Kong And Step Ventures
Two Miners Purportedly Execute 51% Attack on Bitcoin Cash Blockchain
Montana Passes Bill to Exempt Utility Tokens From Securities Laws - CoinDesk
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5/25/2019 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
May 24, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is up 5.5% at $8,013
XRP is up 5.9% at 38 cents
and Ethereum is up 6.9% at $250
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Edgeless, up 34%
Waves up 25%
Aelf up 23%
and MaidSafeCoin, up 20%
Facebook has revealed that they’re finalizing plans to launch their own cryptocurrency—internally known as GlobalCoin—in 2020.
AT&T announced that they will now accept bill payments in the form of crypto.
Robinhood has officially launched Bitcoin, Ethereum trading in New York state.
Over a quarter of the 800 people working at Kraken take their salaries in bitcoin.
Links:
Kraken Exchange on Twitter: "We respect the quest for sound money but @PeterSchiff is wrong when he says "there is no way that people are going to work for salaries paid in bitcoin". Kraken paid 250 salaries in bitcoin in April and more employees are opting for crypto every month. https://t.co/OZuh4gcbfw"
Facebook plans to launch 'GlobalCoin' currency in 2020 - BBC News
US Telecoms Giant AT&T Now Accepting Crypto Payments via BitPay
Robinhood Opens Trading for 7 Cryptocurrencies in New York - CoinDesk
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5/24/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
May 23, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bestmixer.io Busted
SIX Developing Swiss Franc Stablecoin
NY Supreme Court Grants Stay in Bitfinex/Tether Case
Links:
EU Authorities Shut Down Bitcoin Transaction Mixer - CoinDesk
Switzerland's SIX Stock Exchange Is Working on a Swiss Franc Stablecoin - CoinDesk
Bitfinex and Tether Obtain Stay of Demands From New York Supreme Court
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5/23/2019 • 7 minutes, 12 seconds
May 22, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Block.one Buys Back
Firefox Quantum Fights Cryptojacking
BlockFi Raises Rates on 25+ Bitcoin Balances
Links:
Thiel-Backed Crypto Startup Pays Out Staggering 6,567% Return | Zero Hedge
Firefox Quantum Offers Anti-Cryptojacking Feature | Cointelegraph
Crypto Lending Startup BlockFi Slashing Interest Rates on Ether Deposits - CoinDesk
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5/22/2019 • 5 minutes, 50 seconds
May 21, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
IRS Guidance on Crypto?
SEC Delays Bitcoin ETF Again
Earn to Learn
Links:
IRS Says It Will ‘Soon’ Issue Crypto Tax Guidance in First Since 2014 - CoinDesk
SEC Delays Decision on VanEck/SolidX Filing in Latest Bitcoin ETF Setback - CoinDesk
Coinbase's Education Rewards Program 'Earn' Expands to Over 100 Countries - CoinDesk
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5/21/2019 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
May 20, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
SprinkleXchange Lists First Company Next Month
ABN AMRO Folds on Wallie
Hackathon for Social Change
Links:
Ethereum-Based Stock Exchange Plans First Company Listing in June - CoinDesk
Dutch Bank ABN AMRO Abandons Wallie Custodial Bitcoin Wallet Citing Risk Concerns
'Tackling Real World Issues': Hackers at ETH New York Build Apps Geared Towards Social Change - CoinDesk
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5/20/2019 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
May 19, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Market leaders
Bitcoin is up 9% at $7,910
XRP is up 7% at 40 cents
and Ethereum is up 8% at $252
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Blocknet, up 24%
Syscoin up 23%
and Mithril up 18%
The European Central Bank has released a report that they believe cryptocurrencies currently have no significant implications for monetary policy.
Baltimore is the latest city to be hit with a Bitcoin ransomeware attack.
Bitcoin has hit a 14th month high in search results on Google.
Links:
Baltimore: Ransomware Halts Real Estate Deals as Officials Refuse to Pay 13 Bitcoin Ransom
Bitcoin Search Interest Hits 14-Month High, Google Trends Data Shows
European Central Bank: Crypto Currently Has No Significant Implications for Monetary Policy
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5/19/2019 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
May 18, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Facebook Registers Libra Networks
LEO Live Monday
Titan Manages Farm
Links:
Facebook Registers Secretive 'Libra' Cryptocurrency Firm in Switzerland - CoinDesk
Bitfinex Will List Its New Exchange Token Starting Monday - CoinDesk
Bloq Labs' Titan Aims to Simplify Crypto Farming - CoinDesk
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5/18/2019 • 5 minutes, 27 seconds
May 17, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin Price Dive
Kik and SEC: $5 Million Dollar Dance
Amazon Awarded Crypto Patent
Links:
Cryptos Just Flash-Crashed | Zero Hedge
SEC Negotiations Have Cost Kik $5 Million, Says CEO - CoinDesk
Amazon Wins Patent for Proof-of-Work Cryptographic System - CoinDesk
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5/17/2019 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
May 16, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bond-i Arrives
Coinbase's iOS Trends
Exchanges See Outflows
Stellar Freezes
Bitcoin Cash Fires Blanks After Fork
Links:
World Bank, CommBank Team Up for 'World First' Blockchain Bond Transaction - CoinDesk
Coinbase Hits Trending On AppStore, The Return Of Mass Interest In Bitcoin Is Here
Stellar Node Outage Causes Two-Hour Complete Transaction Freeze
Bitcoin Cash Experiences Bug During Scheduled Hard Fork Upgrade
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5/16/2019 • 7 minutes, 14 seconds
May 15, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Cryptopia To Crypt
European Blockchain Institute Established
Coinbase Brings USD Coin to 85 Countries
Links:
Hacked Cryptocurrency Exchange Cryptopia Goes Into Liquidation - CoinDesk
German State Announces Plan to Establish European Blockchain Institute
Coinbase Goes for Tether's Throat, Catapults USD Coin Into 85 Countries
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5/15/2019 • 6 minutes
May 14, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Elk Pioneers Blockchain on IoT
Microsoft Does Ion on Bitcoin
Bakkt: Expect Bitcoin Futures in July
Flexa Mainstreams Crypto Payments Today
Coinbase Available to New Yorkers
Xspring Invests in Agoric
Links:
The Elk Is a Tiny Prototyping Board for Building Blockchain-Connected Devices - CoinDesk
Microsoft Launches Decentralized Identity Tool on Bitcoin Blockchain - CoinDesk
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Bitcoin Cash now accepted at thousands of retail locations including Whole Foods, Lowe’s, and Nordstrom | CryptoSlate
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5/14/2019 • 7 minutes, 32 seconds
May 13, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
BitOasis Gets In-Principal Approval for Exchange
Terpin Awarded $75.8 Million
Binance Accepts Deposits/Withdrawals Tomorrow
Links:
Crypto Investor Awarded Over $75 Million in SIM-Swapping Hack Case - CoinDesk
Hacked Crypto Exchange Binance to Resume Deposits and Withdrawals on Tuesday - CoinDesk
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5/13/2019 • 5 minutes, 37 seconds
May 12, 2019
Bitcoin is up 7% at $7,172
XRP is up slightly at 31 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $189
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Bloom, up 51%
Figure technologies—a fintech, home equity lending company has secured up to $1 billion in financing.
goTenna has announced that it is integrating with Blockstream Satellite to bring Bitcoin transactions without internet/cell.
QuadrigaCX has just $21 million in assets, but owes creditors as much as $160 million.
William Shatner has joined the effort to fight collectibles fraud with blockchain passports.
Links:
Ex-SoFI CEO's Startup Closes $1 Billion Credit Line on a Blockchain - CoinDesk
New Ernst & Young Report Reveals Assets and Debts of Now-Defunct QuadrigaCX
goTenna announces integration with Blockstream Satellite - The Block
BitOasis Clears Hurdle in Bid to Launch Regulated Crypto Asset Exchange - CoinDesk
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5/12/2019 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
May 11, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 8% at $6,786
XRP is up 5% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is up 10% at $188
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Ripio Credit Network, up 29%
Enjoin coin, up 25%
and Melon up 19%
The US house of representatives has voted to create a new task force aimed at financial technology called the FinTech Task Force.
The Federal Reserve of Boston has announced it’s working on plans to design a blockchain supervisory node.
MolochDAO the co-operative for funding Ethereum-based public goods development, has raised 1 million in funding since Feb.
Links:
Boston Fed Announces Plans To Design a Blockchain 'Supervisory Node' - CoinDesk
Crypto-Friendly US Congress Members Join New Fintech Task Force - CoinDesk
Joseph Lubin on Twitter: "Thrilled to finally reveal that myself, @ConsenSys, @VitalikButerin, and the @Ethereum Foundation are all contributing 1k $ETH each to @MolochDAO. Huge thanks to @ameensol helping to redefine how we fund #Ethereum development. GUILD BANK NOW OVER $1M 🤯 #EtherealNY #YearOfTheDAO… https://t.co/VVJf6Mw112"
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5/11/2019 • 6 minutes
May 10, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
PayPal: Still Early for Crypto
Democrat Congressman Bradley Sherman Proposes to Outlaw Crypto
SEC Considering XBET
House Forms FinTech Task Force
Links:
The Block - Crypto simplified
Ban All Cryptocurrency? Anti-Bitcoin Onslaught From Brad Sherman
Crypto-Friendly US Congress Members Join New Fintech Task Force - CoinDesk
SEC to Consider New Bitcoin and Ethereum Exchange-Traded Fund Application
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5/10/2019 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
May 9, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Facebook Oks Crypto Ads
Crypto-friendly Medici Bank Opens
xCurrent 4.0 Live
JPM Deletes Constellation from Quorum, Adds Tessera
Links:
Facebook Softens Policy on Crypto and Blockchain Ads - CoinDesk
JPMorgan Has Quietly Rebooted the Blockchain Tech Behind Its JPM Coin - CoinDesk
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5/9/2019 • 5 minutes, 40 seconds
May 8, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Binance Hacked
Bitstamp Opens NY Office
Links:
Hackers Steal $40.7 Million in Bitcoin From Crypto Exchange Binance - CoinDesk
Bitstamp Hires Ex-Coinbase Trading Head to Court Wall Street Money - CoinDesk
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5/8/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
May 7, 2019
Today's cryptocurrecy and blockchain news.
CFTC to Okay Ether-Futures Contract?
Ether Kit for Azure
Bcause Live May 23
Buffet on Bitcoin: Gambling Device
Links:
Regulators Ready to Approve Ethereum Futures, CFTC Insider Says - CoinDesk
Microsoft Releases New Azure Blockchain Development Kit for Ethereum Blockchain
'One-Stop Shop' for Crypto Mining and Trading to Launch Spot Market May 23 - CoinDesk
Buffet Calls Bitcoin a 'Gambling Device' - CoinDesk
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5/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
May 6, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin Price on Bitfinex Excluded
Bloomberg Says Fidelity Adds Bitcoin Trading
Links:
Bitfinex’s Bitcoin Price Excluded from CoinMarketCap Average Calculation - CoinDesk
Bloomberg Report: Fidelity Will Start Institutional Bitcoin Trading Within Weeks
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5/6/2019 • 5 minutes, 53 seconds
May 5, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $5,722
XRP is down 1% at 29 cents
and Ethereum is down .5% at $159
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Mainframe up 12%
Craig Wright faces court order to produce documents by May 15th in Kleiman misappropriation suit.
An anonymous countdown website has appeared claiming that the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto will be revealed on the site in under 10 days.
A hacker has been targeting GitHub repositories, demanding Bitcoin ransom.
The CTO of Coinbase Balaji Srinivasan will be stepping down.
Links:
Anonymous Website Begins Countdown For Satoshi Nakamoto’s ‘Unveiling’
Earn.com Founder Balaji S. Srinivasan Is Leaving Coinbase - CoinDesk
Wright Motion | Discovery (Law) | Pleading
Hacker Tries to Ransom Github Code Repositories For Bitcoin | News & Opinion | PCMag.com
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5/5/2019 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
May 4, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is up half a percent at $5,723
XRP is down 1% at 29 cents
and Ethereum is down 2.5% at $160
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
LBRY credits, up 18%
Digix DAO, up 18%
Particl, up 18%
Microsoft is teaming up with JP Morgan— making JP Morgan’s Quorum available on Microsoft's Azure blockchain service.
Belarus-based currency . com — a tokenized securities exchange — has announced that it is coming out of beta mode.
Christian Catalini, the prominent MIT crypto economist is on leave from MIT and working at Facebook.
Links:
World’s First Tokenized Securities Exchange Currency.com Goes Live
J.P. Morgan and Microsoft announce strategic partnership to drive enterprise adoption of Quorum - Stories
MIT's Christian Catalini Said to Be Working on Facebook's Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
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5/4/2019 • 6 minutes, 37 seconds
May 3, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Facebook Plots Crypto
Fidelity Says Institutional Crypto Up
Qtum to Google Cloud
Links:
Facebook in Talks to Build Ecosystem for Planned Stablecoin: WSJ - CoinDesk
Fidelity: Institutional investment in cryptocurrency likely to grow | CryptoSlate
Qtum Launches Its New Developer Suite on Google Cloud
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5/3/2019 • 7 minutes, 11 seconds
May 2, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Ria and Ripple Partner
$42 Million to DC Q1 2019 Influencing Crypto Laws
Bitfinex Wants One Billion
Links:
Ripple Partners With One of the World's Largest Money Transfer Providers | The Daily Hodl
80 Firms Including MasterCard, Coinbase Spent $42 Mln Lobbying Crypto, Fintech Issues in Q1
Bitfinex Shareholder Provides More Details About Potential $1 Billion Token Sale - CoinDesk
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5/2/2019 • 7 minutes, 21 seconds
May 1, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Relief for Tether/Bitfinex?
AWS Live with Managed Blockchain
Turkey Goes Big in Crypto
Atala to Ethiopia
Links:
Tether Lawyer Admits Stablecoin Now 74% Backed by Cash and Equivalents - CoinDesk
Amazon Web Services Opens Blockchain Building Service Up for Wider Use - CoinDesk
Turkey: The Country Where Crypto Exchanges Are Beating the Bear Market - CoinDesk
Cardano Founder Launches Enterprise Blockchain Framework In Collaboration With Ethiopian Government
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5/1/2019 • 7 minutes, 9 seconds
April 30, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
NASDAQ Adds XRP Tracking
ErisX Launches Market Today
Aragon Votes No Polkadot
Musk Spikes with "Ethereum"
Links:
Elon Musk Flirts With Ethereum (ETH) As Tech Giant's Crypto Tweet Goes Viral | The Daily Hodl
Nasdaq Adding Index for XRP Cryptocurrency to Global Data Service - CoinDesk
ErisX Launches Crypto Spot Market on Heels of New $20 Million Raise - CoinDesk
Voters on Ethereum App Veto Proposal to Fund Polkadot Blockchain - CoinDesk
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4/30/2019 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
April 29, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Jaguar Land Rover Partners with IOTA for Driver Data
Bloomberg Reports on Secret Crypto Meeting
Australian Crypto Scams $4.3 Million in 2018
Links:
Jaguar Land Rover Plans to Give Drivers Crypto in Return for Their Data - CoinDesk
Coinbase, Binance, Goldman, And Other Big Crypto Players Met Behind Closed Doors To Discuss The Future Of Crypto
Australian Crypto Scam Reports Rose Almost 200% in 2018 - CoinDesk
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4/29/2019 • 6 minutes, 57 seconds
April 28, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up .5% at $5,323
XRP is up .5% at 29 cents
and Ethereum is up 1.5% at $154
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Cortex up 15%
Loom Network up 15%
The non-profit organization IOTA Foundation has announced an IOTA academy.
Brazilian police have made an arrest in connection with a suspected crypto money laundering scheme.
According to several users on twitter, HDFC Bank of India has been sending threatening emails to account holders that bought Crypto.
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4/28/2019 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
April 27, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is down slightly at $5,251
XRP is up 1% at 29 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $154
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
DigixDAO, up 18%
The government of India is reportedly redoubling its efforts to outlaw public cryptocurrencies.
The Bitfinex CFO has spoken out to reassure shareholders that the $851 million that is missing is in fact safe.
E-trade is reportedly looking to get into retail crypto trading.
Brave Browser users can finally start earning crypto just for surfing the web.
Links:
Brave Browser Rewards Roll Out - BitcoinNews.com
Major exchange eTrade reportedly Integrating Bitcoin and Ethereum For 5M users
Bitfinex - Bitfinex Responds to New York Attorney General's Actions
Cryptocurrencies Ban: Government department discuss draft bill to ban cryptocurrencies
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4/27/2019 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
April 26, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
NYAG Says IFinex Defrauding New Yorkers
Beepy Malware Discovered
Two Nigerian Nationals Charged
Links:
New York attorney general probes crypto exchange Bitfinex over alleged $850M fraud | TechCrunch
US Prosecutors Charge 2 Foreign Nationals Over Bitcoin Investment Scam - CoinDesk
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4/26/2019 • 6 minutes, 33 seconds
April 25, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
French Law Mandates Bank Accounts for Regulated Crypto Businesses
Ripple Sold $169.42 Million in XRP Q1 2019
Samsung Invests $2.9 Million in Ledger
Links:
Samsung Invests $2.9 Million in Crypto Hardware Startup Ledger - CoinDesk
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4/25/2019 • 5 minutes, 35 seconds
April 24, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Samsung Developing Blockchain, Coin Soon?
Coinbase Closes Coinbase Markets
Lightening Labs Releases App to Bitcoin Mainnet
Links:
Samsung Developing Ethereum-Based Blockchain, May Issue Own Token - CoinDesk
Coinbase Shutters High-Speed Crypto Trading Division, Axing 30 Jobs - CoinDesk
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4/24/2019 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
April 23, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Binance DEX Ready
Japan's FSA Flash Inspects Houbi and Fisco
21-Year Old Crypto Thief Gets 10 Years
BitGo Gets SOC 2 Type 2 Rating
Links:
Binance Launches Decentralized Exchange Ahead of Schedule - CoinDesk
Unconfirmed: Japanese Regulator Conducts Flash Inspection of Huobi Japan, Fisco Exchanges
Student Gets 10-Year Jail Term for SIM-Swap Crypto Thefts Worth $7.5 Million - CoinDesk
The Block - Crypto simplified
BitGo Receives Security Certification from ‘Big Four’ Auditor | Finance Magnates
Lightning Labs Launches Desktop App on Bitcoin Mainnet - CoinDesk
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4/23/2019 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
April 22, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
JPMorgan Chase Tweaks IIN
Argo Blockchain Gets Rothchild-Associated Investor
South Korea Crypto Average Up
Links:
JPMorgan Expanding Blockchain Project With 220 Banks to Include Payments - CoinDesk
Rothschild-Linked Oil Tycoon Makes Waves in Bitcoin Mining Pool
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4/22/2019 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
April 21, 2019
Bitcoin is down 1% $5,260
XRP is down 3% at 32 cents
Ethereum down 3% at $167
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Monacoin up 35%
Basic Attention Token up 15%
Burst, up 15%
The British Virigin Islands have released an official statement that the island protectorate has entered a partnership with the blockchain company LifeLabs.
Serena Williams quietly started an VC firm in 2014, and has invested in Coinbase.
The Samsung-backed startup Blocko has launched the hybrid blockchain Aergo Enterprise.
Links:
Samsung-Backed Startup Blocko Launches Hybrid Blockchain Aergo Enterprise - Coinjournal
Serena Williams Puts Bitcoin (BTC) and Crypto Back in the Mainstream Spotlight With Coinbase Investment | The Daily Hodl
British Virgin Islands Bolsters Emergency Plan with Crypto Wallet
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4/21/2019 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
April 20, 2019
Bitcoin is up 1% $5,325
XRP is down slightly at 32 cents
and Ethereum is even at $172
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Kybernetwork, up 18%
and Ravencoin, up 15%
Volkswagen has announced that it will be using IBM blockchain technology to track its mineral supply chains.
A California man has been charged in a first-ever peer-to-peer cryptocurrency exchanger case for breaking anti-money laundering rules (from 2012-2014)
Korea's Coinnest is shutting down operations following a slew of administrative, financial, and legal issues.
Vitalik Buterin revealed on twitter that he applied for an internship with Ripple in 2013.
Links:
Vitalik Buterin: ‘I Tried to Be an Intern at Ripple Back in the Day (Mid 2013)’
5th Biggest Korean Bitcoin Exchange Closes Shop - Bitcoinist.com
Volkswagen Group Joins Responsible Sourcing Network | Volkswagen Newsroom
In First, FinCEN Penalizes Bitcoin Trader for Violating AML Laws - CoinDesk
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4/20/2019 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
April 19, 2019
Today's cryptocurrencyand blockchain news.
Yang Want Clear Crypto Regs
Voorhees Thinks Bitcoin an Escape Hatch In Meltdown
GAB Forks Brave, Adds Bitcoin
Bakkt Ponders BitLicense
Links:
US Presidential Candidate Andrew Yang Calls for Clear Crypto Regulations
Bitcoin (BTC) an “Escape Hatch” for the Upcoming Global Recession –Erik Voorhees - Today's Gazette - Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Ripple, Tron, Verge, Cardano News
ICE’s Crypto Trading Platform Bakkt Eyes New York BitLicense – BlockTribune
There's a New Medici Bank After 500 Years, And This Time It's Crypto-Friendly - CoinDesk
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4/19/2019 • 6 minutes, 56 seconds
April 18, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Three Countries Contemplate Crypto Bonds
Reuters Says Coinbase Income 520 Million Dollars for 2018
Links:
Coinbase Generated $520 Million in Revenue in FY 2018: Reuters | CryptoGlobe
Three countries are keen to issue Bitcoin bonds as they seek IMF approval
XRP May Soon Get Integrated Into Skype, Says Weiss Rating - BTCNN
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4/18/2019 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
April 17, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Gate.io Gets Sixty-four Million
Generali DLTs Insurance
Arca Asks SEC to Tokenize Bond Fund
Kraken Dumps Bitcoin SV
Links:
Gate.io Raises $64 Million for Launch of New Exchange Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
Accenture, Generali Streamline Employee Insurance Benefits With Blockchain Rollout - CoinDesk
Kraken Exchange Joins Binance, ShapeShift in Delisting Bitcoin SV - CoinDesk
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4/17/2019 • 7 minutes, 27 seconds
April 16, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Sirin Labs Sheds Employees
Joe Lubin Seeking Dough for ConsenSys
France: Five Million for Blockchain Breakthrough
Links:
Sirin Labs Lays Off 25% of Staff Amid Poor Blockchain Phone Sales - CoinDesk
ConsenSys Is Seeking $200 Million in New Funding: Report - CoinDesk
French Minister of Finance: Blockchain Is a Government Priority
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4/16/2019 • 6 minutes, 36 seconds
April 15, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. To Issue Token
Bank-Owned Consortium in India Taking Bids for Blockchain
Endowment Funds 94 Percent Into Crypto
Links:
Mitsubishi UFJ to issue its own digital currency in Japan, called 'coin,' by end of year | The Japan Times
India's National Payments Corporation Wants to Build a Blockchain Solution - CoinDesk
The Block - Crypto simplified
94% of Endowments ALREADY Invested in Crypto Industry
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4/15/2019 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
April 14, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is up slightly at $5,070
XRP is up slightly at 32 cents
and Ethereum up slightly at $163
Top gainers in the last 24 hours:
Storj up 13%
The IMF and the World Bank have launched a private blockchain and a cryptocurrency to study the inner workings of crypto.
The LA Times has signed on as a verified Brave browser publication.
The Faketoshi saga continued this week on Twitter.
A newly passed act in France will allow life insurance providers to invest in cryptocurrencies and tokens.
Links:
Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao Considers Delisting BSV Because of Founder’s Behavior
IMF and World Bank explore crypto merits with blockchain project | Financial Times
LA Times begins accepting crypto tips as a verified Brave Browser publisher | CryptoSlate
The $2 Trillion French Life Insurance Market Can Now Invest in Crypto
Craig Wright to sue Twitter critics for defamation, Binance CEO threatens to delist Bitcoin SV | CryptoSlate
IMF Launches Private Blockchain-Based 'Crypto' After Bashing Bitcoin | NewsBTC
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4/14/2019 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
April 13, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain headlines
Bitcoin is down slightly at $5,072
XRP is down 1% at 32 cents
and Ethereum is down 1.5% at $163
Harvard University is directly investing $5-10 million in Blockstack’s private token sale.
The US Justice Department has convicted 2 Romanian cybercriminals of 21 counts relating to infecting over 400,000 computers with malware.
Japan’s fifth largest bank, Resona Bank, has announced that it is withdrawing from the Ripple Asia app trial Money Tap.
If you live in New York State and you have coins on the exchange Bittrex, you are in danger of losing custody. Withdraws have to be made by June 9th.
Links:
5th-Largest Japanese Bank Abruptly Ditches Ripple Trial
Harvard University Gets Directly Into Crypto - A Huge Leap Forward For Crypto Industry
Two Romanian Cybercriminals Convicted of All 21 Counts Relating to Infecting Over 400,000 Victim Computers with Malware and Stealing Millions of Dollars | OPA | Department of Justice
Bittrex Statement on the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) Decision – Bittrex Support
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4/13/2019 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
April 12, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
21 Lawmakers Write IRS: Clarify Crypto Rules
Albertsons Joins IBM Food Trust Blockchain
Bithumb Lost $150 Million in 2018
FATF Has Unrealistic Rules
Links:
World's Second-Largest Grocer Joins IBM Food Trust Blockchain - CoinDesk
21 US Lawmakers Urge IRS (Again) to Clarify Crypto Tax Rules - CoinDesk
Crypto Exchange Bithumb Posts $180 Million Loss for 2018 - CoinDesk
'Onerous' FATF Recommendations Harmful for Crypto Transparency: Chainalysis - CoinDesk
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4/12/2019 • 7 minutes, 21 seconds
April 11, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Crypto Advocate and Journalist Julian Assange Arrested
Tata Settles Securities Transaction
IMF Head Says Crypto Shaking System
Links:
Julian Assange Arrested In London | Zero Hedge
Tata Settles Securities Between National Depositories on a Blockchain - CoinDesk
Cryptocurrencies, fintech clearly shaking the system: IMF's Lagarde
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4/11/2019 • 6 minutes, 5 seconds
April 10, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Token Taxonomy Act Reintroduced
PewDiePie Goes Dlive.
Bitstamp USA Gets NY BitLicense
Links:
Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Exempt Crypto Tokens From US Securities Laws - CoinDesk
Top YouTuber PewDiePie Joins Blockchain Live Streaming Platform - CoinDesk
NY State Financial Regulator Grants Virtual Currency License To Bitstamp - Coinjournal
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4/10/2019 • 7 minutes, 28 seconds
April 9, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Coinbase Pro Adds EOS, REP and MKR Today
Capital One Wins Blockchain Patent
Popper: Facebook Wants A Billion For Stablecoin
Opera Has Built-in Wallet
Fast Company: xRapid Wins
Links:
Coinbase Pro Lists EOS, Augur's REP and MakerDAO's MKR Tokens - CoinDesk
US Banking Giant Capital One References Bitcoin and Ethereum in New Patent | The Daily Hodl
Facebook Said to Be Seeking $1 Billion in Funding for Crypto Project - CoinDesk
Opera Launches Dapp-Focused Desktop Browser With Built-In Ethereum Wallet - CoinDesk
Fast Company Honor’s Ripple’s xRapid for its 2019 World Changing Ideas Awards
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4/9/2019 • 6 minutes, 48 seconds
April 8, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Tata Consultancy Services Unveils Quartz
GM and BMW Get MOBI Moving
South Korean Cops Use AI
Links:
Global IT Giant Adopts Ripple Technology – Will It Bring XRP and Crypto to the Mainstream? | The Daily Hodl
GM, BMW Back Blockchain Data Sharing For Self-Driving Cars - CoinDesk
Korean Crypto Scam Fleeced Investors for Over $18.5 Million - CoinDesk
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4/8/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
April 7, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is up 2% $5,142
XRP is up 1.5% at 35 cents
and Ethereum up 2.5% at $166
G20 member countries will meet to discuss international cryptocurrency AML regulation this June.
Vitalik Buterin and a group of bipartisan lawmakers urged the South Korean government to deregulate the blockchain industry.
Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen announced at a San Francisco State University event that the company would donate $25 Million dollars in XRP.
CME group has reported an all-time high Bitcoin Futures trading volume on april 4, 2019.
Links:
G20 to Establish Crypto AML and Counter-Terrorism Financing Regulations in June: Report
Ripple Co-Founder Donates $25 Million in XRP to California University
Vitalik Buterin Urges South Korea to Deregulate Blockchain, Embrace Crypto
CMEGroup on Twitter: "CME Bitcoin futures had a record trading day on April 4, hitting an all-time high volume of over 22.5K contracts (112.7K equivalent bitcoin), surpassing previous record of over 18.3K (64.3K equivalent bitcoin) on February 19. More #Bitcoin futures. $BTC_F https://t.co/kWYK203apA… https://t.co/RWyKO54RHF"
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4/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
April 6, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is up slightly at $5,002.
XRP is down 2% at 35 cents
and Ethereum down 1% at $162
Bosch, and the Austrian power supplier Wien Energie have come up with a blockchain refrigerator.
Barclays, the Royal Bank of Scotland, and R3 have completed a trial that should speed up property transactions.
A Canadian court has confiscated approximately $1.4 million in Bitcoin that belonged to a convicted drug dealer.
Gazprom, talked blockchain technology to with Russian Prime Minister.
Links:
Bosch and Wien Energie Demo Blockchain-Powered Refrigerator - CoinDesk — More interestingly, perhaps, the utility firm said the device will ultimately allow the user to become “active participants” in the energy market, using smart contracts to enable switching between different sources of electricity and providing a “transparent” and secure view of the energy used from production to consumption.
Barclays, RBS, R3 Cut Property Transaction Times in Blockchain Trial - CoinDesk
Judge rules drug dealer must forfeit $1.9 million in bitcoin to the province | The Star
Russia’s Gazprom Integrates Blockchain Technology for Gas Supply | BTCMANAGER
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4/6/2019 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
April 5, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Coinsquare Debuts eCAD
No More Deposits Please: Bithumb
Brock Pierce Buys a Home With Bitcoin-Backed Nexo Mortgage
Coindesk.com Launches Crypto TV Series on Amazon Prime
Links:
Now There's a Canadian Dollar-Pegged Stablecoin on the Way - CoinDesk
'Mighty Ducks’ actor Brock Pierce used bitcoin to buy $1.2M home in Amsterdam | Fox Business
Hacked Bitcoin Exchange Bithumb Tells Traders to Halt Deposits
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4/5/2019 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
April 4, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
SEC Publishes Crypto Guidance
Okta Ventures Fund Backs Trusted Key
Forty-four Banks Experimenting with Blockchain and DLT
Atomic Capital Offers Eighty-five Percent LTV on Crypto-backed Loans
Binance Opens Singapore Exchange
Links:
SEC's Crypto Token Framework Falls Short of Clear and Actionable Guidance - CoinDesk
New $50 Million Fund Makes First Investment in Blockchain ID Startup - CoinDesk
Over 40 Central Banks Are Considering Blockchain Currencies: Davos Report - CoinDesk
Atomic Capital Makes Crypto's Most Aggressive Lending Offer Yet - CoinDesk
Crypto Exchange Binance Is Setting Up Shop in Singapore This Month - CoinDesk
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4/4/2019 • 6 minutes, 53 seconds
April 3, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Liquid.com Now Unicorn
Coinbase Covers Hot Wallets
PayPal Invests in Cambridge Blockchain
Ripple is a Founding Member of INATBA
Links:
Liquid.com Closes Funding Round Valuing Crypto Firm at 'Over $1 Billion' - CoinDesk
$255 Million: Coinbase Confirms Extent of Crypto Insurance Coverage - CoinDesk
PayPal Makes Its First-Ever Investment in a Blockchain Startup - CoinDesk
Ripple Just Announced That It Is a Founding Member of the European Commission's Association For Blockchain, INATBA
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4/3/2019 • 6 minutes, 42 seconds
April 2, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
New Crypto Bank Opens in Puerto Rico
ETP for XRP on SIX
Ripple Rippin'
Links:
A New Bank for Crypto Traders Has Opened in Puerto Rico - CoinDesk
XRP Exchange-Traded Product Goes Live on Swiss SIX Exchange - CoinDesk
It Is Hard To Ignore Ripple When The White House, World Bank, Federal Reserve, IMF And Central Banks Are Involved
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4/2/2019 • 6 minutes, 42 seconds
April 1, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
World Bank Notices xRapid
Italy Has Cash, Wants Crypto and Blockchain
Crypto Savy Attorney? The SEC Has a Job for You
Links:
The US SEC Wants to Hire a 'Crypto Specialist' Legal Advisor - CoinDesk
Ripple: xRapid Appears on World Bank Official Website: "Pilot Saved 40%-70% In Foreign Exchange Costs" - A Step Closer To Mass Adoption?
Paying across borders - Can distributed ledgers bring us closer together? | Private Sector Development
Di Maio Bets on the Blockchain, Says Italy Must Allow Innovation to Proliferate
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4/1/2019 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
March 31, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down .5% at $4,112
XRP is up 1% at 30 cents
and Ethereum is down 2.5% at $139
The Universal Protocol Alliance launching a Euro-pegged stablecoin next month with a potential 8% annual return.
XMR.TO, a privacy service for bitcoin transactions, will no longer serve US customers.
Federal Bank, a leading private sector bank in India, has announced that it has partnered with Ripple
Japan’s largest railway company has received a proposal for a new crypto payment system for transport card.
Links:
Breaking: Ripple Just Signed A Deal With Leading Indian Bank "Federal Bank" To Speed Up International Remittances
Japan’s Largest Railway Company Considers New Crypto Payment System for Transport Cards
World Bank Praises Ripple and XRP-Based xRapid, Says Technology Could Transform Cross-Border Payments | The Daily Hodl
Bittrex-Backed Euro Stablecoin Can Be Staked for 8% Interest - CoinDesk
XMR.to not serving US customers for the time being : Monero
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3/31/2019 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
March 30, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down slightly at $4,110
XRP is up 1% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is up .5% at $141
The south korean crypto exchange Bithumb has had around $13 million in EOS stolen in a hack that it is calling an inside job.
The US SEC is postponing its decision on Bitwise and VanEck/SolidX Bitcoin ETF proposals.
The town of Innisfil Ontario has announced that it is accepting Bitcoin for property tax payments.
JP Morgan, and Facebook are both on blockchain and cryptocurrency hiring sprees.
Links:
Canadian Municipality Set to Accept Bitcoin for Property Tax Payments - CoinDesk — Innisfil, Ontario
Crypto Exchange Bithumb Hacked for $13 Million in Suspected Insider Job - CoinDesk
SEC Postpones Decision on Bitwise, VanEck Bitcoin ETF Proposals - CoinDesk
JPMorgan Is Hiring For More Blockchain Jobs Than Any Other Wall Street Firm
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3/30/2019 • 6 minutes, 1 second
March 29, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
SBI Holdings Announces Money Tap
nChain Wants a Lawyer
Links:
Breaking: SBI Announces New 13 Leading Banks To Join Ripple XRP Powered MoneyTap App
Craig Wright's nChain Is Hiring a Lawyer to Protect Its Crypto Patents - CoinDesk
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3/29/2019 • 7 minutes, 8 seconds
March 28, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Two Real Deals Done on Marco Polo
Kraken Ups Security
Lazarus Adopts New Hacking Techniques
Links:
Marco Polo Blockchain Built on R3's Corda Sees First Live Trades - CoinDesk
Kraken Ramps Up Security With Enforced 2FA and Dedicated Lab - CoinDesk
Messari - Crypto News, Pricing, and Research
Report: Lazarus Hacker Group Adopts New Methods, Continues Targeting Crypto
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3/28/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
March 27, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
LVMH Develops AURA
Patrick McDonnall Arrested For Fraud
Mimicstream Developed at Hackathon
Links:
Louis Vuitton Owner LVMH Is Launching a Blockchain to Track Luxury Goods - CoinDesk
CabbageTech CEO Indicted in New York for Defrauding Crypto Investors - CoinDesk
Messari - Crypto News, Pricing, and Research
Mimicstream_Min_Nick.pptx - Google Drive
Kyber Network on Twitter: "Mimicstream is a ‘decentralised @Twitch ’ that utilises Kyber’s protocol to allow users to tip content creators and live stream directly without centralised service fees 🎥 View their @futureofbchain presentation: https://t.co/us0N2GW7wn"
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3/27/2019 • 6 minutes, 47 seconds
March 26, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
CoinMarketCap.com Adds Tools
Bitmain Misses IPO Deadline
Twitch.tv No Crypto
Links:
Twitch Quietly Stops Accepting Cryptocurrency Payments | CryptoGlobe
CoinMarketCap Admits Fake Crypto Volume Allegations, Plans for a New Set of Tools | Coinspeaker
Crypto Mining Giant Bitmain's IPO Application Has Officially Expired - CoinDesk
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3/26/2019 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
March 25, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Tribe Accelerator Adds BMW, Intel and Nielsen
Jesse Edwards Leaving R3
BIS Says No to CBDC
Links:
BMW, Intel Partner With Government-Backed Blockchain Accelerator - CoinDesk
R3 Co-Founder Jesse Edwards Is Leaving the Enterprise Blockchain Firm - CoinDesk
Central Banks See 'No Value' in Issuing Digital Currency: BIS Chief - CoinDesk
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3/25/2019 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
March 24, 2019
Bitcoin is down slightly at $3,966
XRP is down 1% at 30 cents
and Ethereum is down .5% at $135
Bitwise asset management claims that 95% of all reported trading volumes on un-regualated exchanges is faked.
Vietnam is reportedly on the verge of releasing a fully-authorized cryptocurrency exchange.
The swiss government is set to apply federal law to the domestic distributed ledger technology space.
Blockchain technology is being tested by the US department of Health and Human Services to track unaccompanied children in federal custody.
Links:
Bitcoin Futures Volume Is More Significant Than You Think, Bitwise Says - CoinDesk
Vietnam to Soon Have a Fully-Authorized Cryptocurrency Exchange
Swiss Government Set to Apply Federal Law to Domestic DLT Space – BTCMANAGER
Federal Council initiates consultation on improving framework conditions for blockchain/DLT
US: Blockchain Being Tested to Track Unaccompanied Children – BTCMANAGER
HHS Testing Blockchain to Track Unaccompanied Minors – MeriTalk
Twitch Quietly Stops Accepting Cryptocurrency Payments — site exclusive
Netherlands: Gov’t-Backed Odyssey Hackathon to Explore Use of Blockchain, AI in Energy, Digital Identity and More - Coinjournal — site exclusive
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3/24/2019 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
March 23, 2019
Bitcoin is down slightly at $3,981
XRP is down .5% at 30 cents
and Ethereum is up .5% at $136
UPS is partnering with a blockchain startup to provide better B2B services.
BlockFi, the NYC based lending firm has announced a reduction of its initial interest account offer from 6.2% to 2%.
Duke University is partnering with Citizens Reserve on an educational initiative to develop students interest in blockchain technology.
The CCID in China has updated its monthly crypto project rankings: EOS, Tron and Ethereum top the list while Bitcoin falls in the rankings.
Links:
Adoption: UPS Announces Blockchain Integration For Its Merchants
Creating Products for the Everyday Crypto Investor
Duke University Collaborates for Blockchain Lab, Education Program - CoinDesk
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3/23/2019 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
March 22, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
SBI Holdings Digs Crypto
AriseBank Founder Guilty
Houbi Global and OKEx Now Support USDT-TRON
Links:
SBI Holdings Latest Crypto Venture Will See It Make Mining Chips - CoinDesk
The Block - Crypto simplified
Major Crypto Exchanges Huobi Global and OKEx Launch Support for Tron-Based USDT
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3/22/2019 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
March 21, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
B2C2 Hires Rob Catalanello
Square Wants Crypto Developers
Binance API Changes Indicate Margin Trading?
Links:
Crypto Market Maker B2C2 Hires Wall Street FX Vet to Lead US Expansion - CoinDesk
Square Is Hiring New Crypto Engineers — And It Wants to Pay Them in Bitcoin - CoinDesk
Binance API Seemingly Reveals Ongoing Margin Trading Implementation
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3/21/2019 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
March 20, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Binance Announces Crypto for Cash Network in Australia
Avnet Accepting Crypto Now
Digitec Galaxus AG Takes Crypto
Links:
Binance Now Lets Australians Buy Bitcoin With Cash at Over 1,300 Stores - CoinDesk
Fortune 500 Tech Firm Avnet Now Accepts Crypto Payments via BitPay - CoinDesk
Switzerland's Biggest Online Retailer Starts Accepting Bitcoin, ETH, Ripple, BCH, Litecoin, BNB and Even OMG
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3/20/2019 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
March 19, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Six Banks Sign with IBM
Visa Hiring Crypto Tech Product Manager
SureBits Launches Lightening Payment Network
Bankers Can' Close Crypto Accounts in Israel Based on Occupation
Antminer Z11 Out
Links:
Six Global Banks Sign Up to Issue Stablecoins on IBM’s Now-Live Blockchain Network
Visa Hiring Blockchain Expert for 'Visa Crypto' - Bitcoinist.com
Bitmain's Latest Zcash Miner Claimed to Have Tripled Hashing Power - CoinDesk
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3/19/2019 • 6 minutes, 53 seconds
March 18, 2019
Today's cryptourrency and blockchain news.
Citi Scraps Plans for Coin
SEC Holding Conference
SendCrypto Beta on Telegram
Links:
Citi Scraps Its Plan for a JPM Coin-Like Bank-Backed Cryptocurrency - CoinDesk
Messari - Crypto News, Pricing, and Research
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3/18/2019 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
March 17, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is down 1.6% at $3,958
XRP is down 1.5% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is down 3.5% at $137
Blockdata study on cross-border remittance shows blockchain transfers are 388 times faster.
A Coindesk editor used an RFID chip to turn her hand into a bitcoin wallet.
The US considers sanctions that prohibit Visa and Mastercard from processing transactions in Venezuela.
Riot blockchain set to launch a regulated crypto exchange in the US.
Links:
Blockchain is disrupting the $700 billion remittance industry
I'm Turning My Hand Into a Bitcoin Wallet | CoinDesk - YouTube
Riot Blockchain to Launch Regulated Crypto Exchange in the US - CoinDesk
U.S. Weighs Curbs on Venezuela Transaction Processing - Bloomberg
Blockchain Transfers Are 388 Times Faster Than Mainstream Remittance Services | U.Today
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3/17/2019 • 6 minutes, 1 second
March 16, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is up 3.5% at $3,975
XRP is up 2.3% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is up 6.5% at $140
Bittrex has cancelled its initial exchange offering of the Raid token.
Japan is set to hold its first-ever trial involving cryptocurrency cyber-theft.
CBOE effectively de-lists its bitcoin futures.
Bitcoin daily trading volume has topped 11 billion for the first time in nearly a year.
Links:
Chicago Board Options Exchange Delists Bitcoin Futures | CryptoSlate
Bitcoin Trading Volume Tops $11 Billion For First Time In Nearly a Year - CoinDesk
Google Trends: Altcoin-Related Search Volume Just Outnumbered Late 2017's Numbers — Bullish Sign?
Japan to Hold First Ever Trial Over Crypto Hacking Losses - CoinDesk
'No Change' to Bitcoin Futures Plans, CME Says, as Cboe Pulls Back - CoinDesk
Bittrex Exchange Nixes RAID Token Sale at 11th Hour - CoinDesk
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3/16/2019 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
March 15, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
CSA and IIROC Request Input on Crypto
NASDAQ Announces Bcause LLC
Mt. Gox CEO Gets Two and a Half Year Suspended Sentence
Links:
Canada Proposes Regulatory Framework for Cryptocurrency Exchanges - CoinDesk
Nasdaq Technology Powers 'World's First Full-Stack Cryptocurrency Ecosystem' | The Daily Hodl
Mt. Gox’s Mark Karpeles Found Guilty Over Data Manipulation in Tokyo Court - CoinDesk
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3/15/2019 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
March 14, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Stellar Lumens Listed on Coinbase Pro
Basel Committee Warns Banks About Crypto Risk
Tether Untethered from Dollar?
Links:
Stellar Lumens Is About to Begin Trading on Coinbase Pro - CoinDesk
Cryptocurrencies Pose Risks to Banks, Warns Basel Committee - CoinDesk
Cryptocurrency Community Eyes Tether After Website Dilutes USD Backing Claims
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3/14/2019 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
March 13, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
SEC Chairman Says Crypto Not Security
Ripple and Forte Team for Blockchain Gaming
Tron Up Big
Links:
The Block - Crypto simplified — looking
Newsflash: SEC Chief Confirms Analysis That Ethereum isn't a Security
Tron (TRX) Dapps Are Soaring, Tron Rises 207% in Weekly Transaction Volume
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3/13/2019 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
March 12, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bancor Goes Cross-Chain
CU Ledger Partners with IBM
Ross Sandler Sees Massive Upside for Facebook with Crypto
Links:
Bancor launches new wallet to improve user experience for cross-chain token trading - The Block
IBM Scores Deal With US Credit Union Group to Use Hyperledger Blockchain - CoinDesk
Facebook Crypto Could Raise $19 Billion, 'Reinvigorate' Firm: Barclays
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3/12/2019 • 5 minutes, 57 seconds
March 11, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
XRP/WooCommerce Getting Together
Texas Wants ID Before Using Crypto
LedgerPrime Raises 12 Million Dollars
Links:
Founder of Ripple-Backed Startup Pushes for Mass XRP Adoption at 3.3 Million Online Stores | The Daily Hodl
Texas: Proposed Bill Requires Identification of Buyers Paying in Digital Currencies
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3/11/2019 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
March 10, 2019
Today'scryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Monero Hard Fork Successful
Nineteen Companies Use XRP Cross-Border
Shaan Ray Breaks Down The Lightening Network
Links:
Monero Upgrade Successful: Improved ASIC Resistance, Security, and Privacy | CryptoSlate
Confirmed: 19 Companies Using XRP to Power Cross-Border Payments – The Ripple Effect | The Daily Hodl
What is the Lightning Network? – Hacker Noon
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3/10/2019 • 7 minutes, 9 seconds
March 9, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Ethereum Block Rate Up
Crypto For Coffee Problem
Government Should Stay Out of the Way of Crypto
Links:
Ethereum Block Count Spikes as Difficulty Bomb Diffuses on Schedule - CoinDesk
Accepting bitcoin could create a grande headache at Starbucks - MarketWatch
US State Dept. on Blockchain: Sometimes Gov’t Should ‘Stay out of the Way’
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3/9/2019 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
March 8, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
eToro Launches in Thirty-one States
Kraken Hires Matt Mason as Chief Marketing Officer
Six Bitcoin Mining Pools Control Seventy-five Percent of the Bitcoin Hashrate
Denver Pilots Voting on Blockchain via App
Links:
Leading Social Investing Platform EToro Launches Crypto Services in 31 US States
Kraken Crypto Exchange Poaches a Sony Studio Head for Marketing Push - CoinDesk
Mining Oligopoly: Six Pools Control 75% of Bitcoin's Hashrate, Data Shows —
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City of Denver to Pilot Blockchain Voting App in Coming Elections - CoinDesk
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3/8/2019 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
March 7, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
NASDQ Getting Crypto With It
Huobi OTC Adds XRP
Ripple CEO Praises JPMorgan, Not So Much
Links:
Nasdaq's (NDAQ) Blockchain Layer Is Developing Quickly
Huobi Global Adds XRP (XRP) to Its OTC Platform
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse on JPM Coin: Other Banks Won't Use It - CoinDesk
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3/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 1 second
March 6, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Argentina to Invest In Blockchain
One Billion Crypto Traded on Crypto Facilities in Thirty Days
Cryptopia Reopens in Read-Only Mode
Links:
Argentinian Government to Invest in Binance-Backed Blockchain Startups - CoinDesk
Futures Trading Nears $1 Billion in First Month at Kraken Crypto Exchange - CoinDesk
Curated News Summaries | Messari
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3/6/2019 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
March 5, 2019
Bitcoin is up 1% at $3,756
XRP is up 2% at 30 cents
and Ethereum is up 3% at $128
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Ernst and Young is looking to make your crypto taxes easier with a new accounting tool.
Tether is launching a new version of its USDT stablecoin on Tron.
Pantera capital, and the Yale-University backed Paradigm investing in Tagomi.
Two developers have successfully sent a Bitcoin lightning payment over radio waves.
Links:
TRON-Tether Collaboration: USDT Stablecoin Will Launch on TRX Blockchain
Pantera and Yale-backed Paradigm get behind crypto broker in new fundraising round - The Block
EY Aims to Make It Easier to Calculate Crypto Taxes With New Tool - CoinDesk
Bitcoin Coders Send International Lightning Payment Over Ham Radio - CoinDesk
Tether to Launch New Version of USDT Stablecoin on Tron Blockchain - CoinDesk
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3/5/2019 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
March 4, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news:
Bitcoin is down 2% at $3,703
XRP is down 3% at 29 cents
and Ethereum is down 6% at $123
IBM has released a report detailing that cryptojacking has overtaken ransomware attacks as the most popular cryptocurrency cybercrime.
US based exchange Bittrex is being ordered to reveal one of its users due to criminal activity.
A senator from utah has introduced a bill proposing cryptocurrency/blockchain-related products should be exempted from the state’s money transmitter act.
A hotel chain in spain has launched a pilot to test customer payments in bitcoin.
Links:
Hotel Chain in Spain Launches Pilot to Accept Bitcoin Payments | The Daily Hodl
IBM: Cybercriminals Are Moving On From Ransomware to Cryptojacking - Bitcoinist.com
Utah Bill Would Exempt Blockchain Firms from Money Transmitter Act - CoinDesk
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3/4/2019 • 6 minutes, 1 second
March 3, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is holding at $3,803
XRP is even at 31 cents
and Ethereum is even at $131
Those are your leaders by market cap
The largest Saudi ATM provider, Alhamrani Universal, has collaborated with the blockchain identity platform ShoCard to develop a blockchain based biometric ATM.
Ripple has won a small victory in a class action lawsuit—a judge ruled this week that the class action lawsuit must remain in federal court.
Circle seeks 250 million in additional funding.
Germany sets date to establish a national crypto strategy.
Links:
XRP Now Officially Supported on Tim Draper-Backed Crypto Exchange Coinhako
Germany Follows Russia: Government To Outline Crypto Strategy by Mid-2019
Major Saudi ATM Provider Partners With Blockchain Identity Platform
Ripple Scores Minor Victory in US Securities Class Action - CoinDesk
Crypto Startup Circle Seeking $250 Million in New Funding — The Information
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3/3/2019 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
March 2, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is down slightly at $3,806
XRP is down 2% at 31 cents
and Ethereum down 2% at $130
At the recent agriculture summit in Paris, Macron called for exploring blockchain to improve traceability of agriculture products.
A recent audit has shown the QuadrigaCX cold wallets have been empty since April of 2018.
Thai SEC steps back on coins allowed for ICOs, and base pairs.
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey shows off his Casa Node.
Links:
Quadriga Crypto Mystery Deepens With `Cold Wallets' Found Empty - Bloomberg
Déclaration de M. Emmanuel Macron, Président de la République, sur la politique agricole commune, à Paris le 23 février 2019. - vie-publique.fr
Thai SEC Bans Three Cryptocurrencies from ICO Investment, Trading Pairs - CoinDesk
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Shows Off His (Casa) Bitcoin Full Node - Bitcoinist.com
Thailand SEC Makes Bizarre Crypto Announcement Ahead of Heated Crucial Elections
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3/2/2019 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
March 1, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, March 1, 2019.
Ethereum OK
NYT Says Facebook Launching Crypto
Federal Reserve Incorporates Hypothetical Crypto Failure Into Stress Tests
Ripple Did Not Pay Coinbase to List XRP
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3/1/2019 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
February 28, 2019
Cryptocurrency and Blockchain news for today, February 28,2019.
GIC Private Limited Backed Coinbase
Brave Taps TAP Network
Sixty-five Million More for Figure Technologies
Links:
Singapore State-Owned Fund Backed Coinbase's $300 Million Raise: Report - CoinDesk
Morgan Creek Joins $65 Million Series B for Blockchain Home Equity Loan Firm - CoinDesk
Basic Attention Token Now Redeemable at Over 250,000 Brands Including Amazon, Starbucks, Uber, and Apple | CryptoSlate
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2/28/2019 • 5 minutes, 43 seconds
February 27, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 27, 2019.
Russia Clarifies AML Rules for Crypto
Nivaura Raises $20 Million Total
Cryptopia Reveals 9.4 Percent of Total Assets Stolen in Hack
Expect Ether Price Volatility During Constantinople
Links:
Russian Supreme Court Classifies Illicit Crypto Use Under Money Laundering Laws
London Stock Exchange Leads $20 Million Fundraise for Blockchain Startup Nivaura - CoinDesk
How the Coming Constantinople Hard Fork Could Stir Up Ether Markets - CoinDesk
Hacked Exchange Cryptopia Discloses Estimate of Stolen Crypto - CoinDesk
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2/27/2019 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
February 26, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 26, 2019.
Coinbase Pro Lists XRP
Softbank and TBCAsoft Partnert ICO
Fetch.io Sells Out ICO in Ten Seconds
Links:
Coinbase Pro Adds Support for XRP | Cointelegraph
SoftBank Eyes Blockchain to Solve Issues With Online Authentication - CoinDesk
The Block - Crypto simplified
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2/26/2019 • 5 minutes, 25 seconds
February 25, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 25, 2019.
Tapatalk Taps EOS
US Government Returns Bitcoin After Hack
TRON Hard Fork
Links:
Tapatalk takes EOS to the Mainstream, Over 300 Million Users Introduced to the Digital Currency
US Government Returns Bitcoins Retrieved Following 2016 Bitfinex Hack - CoinDesk
Tron Will Hard Fork in February to Add Institution-Friendly Features, CEO Confirms
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2/25/2019 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
February 24, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news
Bitcoin is up 4.5% at $4,112
XRP is up 4.5% at 33 cents
and Ethereum is up 10% at $162
Liechtenstein-based Bank Frick has announced they’re launching an institutional cryptocurrency trading platform called DLT markets.
The developers of Ontology have released a development platform on Google’s cloud marketplace.
Mercury FX, a ripple partner is planning to open up as many as 10 new payment corridors using xRapid by the middle of 2019.
Microsoft’s Stratis, a turnkey ICO platform.
Links:
Microsoft Wants to Help Make Your ICO a Success
Liechtenstein’s Bank Frick Launches Institutional Crypto Trading Platform
Ontology Development Platform Now Released on Google's Cloud Marketplace
Ripple Partner Integrating XRP-Based Payments to Middle East and Canada | The Daily Hodl
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2/24/2019 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
February 23, 2019
Todays's cryptocurrency and blockchain news:
Bitcoin is down .5% at $3,933
XRP is down .75% at 31 cents
and Ethereum is down slightly at $146
Those are your leaders by market cap.
Thailand has approved an ammendment that would allow blockchain-based securities
to be issued and traded in the country.
The FBI is now soliciting voluntary information from those who invested in the BitConnect
Samsung to store cryptocurrency private keys on its new S10 phone.
CasperLabs, a new startup in New York, has launched with the aim of building a new blockchain based on a version of proof-of-stake.
Links:
Samsung's Galaxy S10 Will Support Cryptocurrency Key Storage | CryptoSlate
CasperLabs Is Building a PoS Blockchain With Help from Ethereum's Vlad Zamfir - CoinDesk
FBI Seeking Potential Victims of BitConnect to Assist Investigation - CoinDesk
Thailand Green Lights Issuance and Trading of Blockchain Securities - CoinDesk
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2/23/2019 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
February 22, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, Febrary 22, 2019.
Pantera Capital Raises $130 Million for Third Fund
University of Michigan Investing in A16z, Again
Zcash Company Name Change
Links:
Crypto Hedge Fund Pantera Capital Seals $130 Million for Third Crypto Venture Fund — After Cease
University of Michigan Considers Further Investment in A16z's Crypto Fund - CoinDesk
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2/22/2019 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
February 21, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 21, 2019.
Total Crypto Trading Volume Hit 10-Month High
Binance Launches Testnet
Google Adds Bitcoin Symbol to iOS Keyboard
French Tobacco Shops Get Crypto With It
Links:
Global Cryptocurrency Trading Volumes Jump to 300-Day Highs - CoinDesk
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2/21/2019 • 6 minutes, 56 seconds
February 20, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 20, 2019.
BitGo Offers $100 Million in Insurance on Lost or Stolen Crypto Keys
Industry Group Wants Gov Support For Crypto
R3 and Instamatch Global Partner with 50 Banks Using Corda Settler
Links:
BitGo Offering $100 Million in Crypto Insurance Through Lloyd's of London - CoinDesk
US Advocacy Group Calls for National Action Plan on Blockchain - CoinDesk
The Ripple Effect: R3 Bringing XRP to 50 Banks in New Blockchain and Crypto Pilot | The Daily Hodl
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2/20/2019 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
February 19, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 19, 2019.
Coinbase Buys Neutrino
Germany Wants Crypto Comments
Beam Gets Recruit Co., Ltd. Cash
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2/19/2019 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
February 18, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 18, 2019.
Streamr Anounces Monoplasma
The Shift Gets the Shaft April 11
SpendApp Adds XRP
Links:
Ethereum Scaling Tech Monoplasma Wants to Let Dapps Broadcast Crypto - CoinDesk
Report: Coinbase-Supported Bitcoin Debit Card to Shut Operations in April
Ripple’s XRP Can Now be Spent in More than 40M Locations Across 180 Countries | CoinSpeaker
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2/18/2019 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
February 17, 2019
Bitcoin is down .5% at $3,563
XRP is down .5% at 29 cents
and Ethereum is up 1% at $123
Hackers used PUBG to orchestrate a hack on a Turkish crypto firm stealing nearly 2.5 million worth of crypto.
Visa and Mastercard are expected to raise fees for processing transactions in April
The Constantinople update should occur in about 2 weeks.
Over 150 people bought pizza with Bitcoin this week using the lightning network.
Links:
'Make Bitcoin Fun Again': New Lightning App Lets You Buy Pizza With BTC - CoinDesk
Visa, Mastercard mull increasing fees for processing transactions: WSJ | Reuters
(152) Ethereum Core Devs Meeting #55 [2019-02-15] - YouTube
Turkish police catch suspects who stole TL 13 million in cryptocurrency while playing PUBG - Daily Sabah
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2/17/2019 • 5 minutes, 34 seconds
February 16, 2019
Bitcoin is up .5% at $3,585
XRP is up slightly at 30 cents
Ethereum is up 1% at $121
Apple looking at blockchain guidelines for supply chain per SEC filing
Ripple CEO, Brad Garlinghouse is taking JP Morgan to task for the launch of JPM Coin
Mastercard is teaming up with Token.io, to develop an "Open Banking Hub”
The SEC has announced that it’s beginning review of the NYSE Arca and Bitwise Bitcoin ETF
Links:
Mastercard Teams Up With Stellar Fintech Startup | Crypto Briefing
J.P. Morgan is using Ethereum to launch a 'digital U.S. dollar'—here's what it means for blockchain - The Block
Apple Hints at Behind-the-Scenes Blockchain Work in New SEC Filing - CoinDesk
NYSE Arca Filing Kicks Off Countdown for New Bitcoin ETF - CoinDesk
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2/16/2019 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
February 15, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 15, 2019.
Coinsquare Buys StellarX
Luxembourg Approves Blockchain Securities
Elevated Returns Turns to Tezos
Links:
Major Canadian Exchange Coinsquare Acquires Zero-Fee Payment Network StellarX
Luxembourg Passes Bill to Give Blockchain Securities Legal Status - CoinDesk
Elevated Returns and Securitize to Tokenize USD $1B of Real Estate on Tezos, Will Build New Compliant Security Token Issuance Standards
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2/15/2019 • 5 minutes, 50 seconds
February 14, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 14, 2019.
Coinbase Pays 30K to Fixl Bug
Intel Launches Commercial Blockchain
Status Has Your Wallet
Links:
Coinbase Just Paid a $30K Bounty for the Discovery of Critical Bug - CoinDesk
Intel Launches Commercial Blockchain Package Based on Hyperledger Fabric
Status Launches a 'Tap-to-Pay' Crypto Hardware Wallet - CoinDesk
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2/14/2019 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
February 13, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 13, 2019.
GMO Internet Reports Loss
ASICs Hashing Monero
Amazon Adds Ethereum
Cops Retire With Crypto
ALS Partners With TRON
Links:
GMO Internet’s Crypto Business Reports $12 Million Loss in 2018 - CoinDesk
Report Claims 85% of the Monero Network Dominated by ASIC Miners - Bitcoin News
CryptoDigest
Police Pension Backs Morgan Creek's $40 Million Blockchain Venture Capital Fund
ALS Association Partners With TRON to Use Blockchain to Track Donations
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2/13/2019 • 6 minutes, 36 seconds
February 12, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockshain news for today, February 12, 2019.
Cory Johnson Out at Ripple
FSB Chair: Cryptos Make it Tougher
GM Joins With Spring Labs, Wants Your ID on the Chain
Links:
GM Financial Partners With Blockchain Startup to Fight Identity Fraud - CoinDesk
Cryptos Could Challenge 'Any Financial Framework': New FSB Chair - CoinDesk
Cory Johnson Out As Ripple's Chief Market Strategist - CoinDesk
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2/12/2019 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
February 11, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 11, 2019.
Tippin on Twitter By End of Month?
SEC Studying, Again
ICE Budgets 20 Million for Bakkt in 2019
Links:
Tippin to Allow Twitter Users to Send, Receive Tips in Bitcoin's Lightning Network
SEC Commissioner Peirce Confirms Guidance on Crypto Tokens Is Coming - CoinDesk
NYSE Parent ICE Anticipates Over $20 Million Spend on Bakkt This Year - CoinDesk
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2/11/2019 • 5 minutes, 50 seconds
February 10, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin is down .5% at $3,601
XRP is down 3% at 29 cents
Ethereum is down 2% at $116
BinanceChain to charge $100,000 for coin listing
The FSC of Mauritius has announced that it will begin issuing licenses for custodian services for digital assets.
The BitTorrent token airdrop begins this week, and runs monthly through february of 2025.
Canadian Securities Regulators to investigate QuadrigaCX
Links:
BinanceChain to Charge a Listing Fee of About $100,000 - Coindoo
Mauritius to Issue Custody Service Licences for Digital Assets Beginning March - Ethereum World News
What to Know Tron's BitTorrent Token Airdrop This Week - CoinDesk
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2/10/2019 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
February 9, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up 6% at $3,628
XRP is up 5% at 31 cents
Ethereum is up 10% at $118
A UK secondary school team has taken the third place prize at the Barclays sponsored blockchain interoperability hackathon in London.
Ripple has announced the addition of 11 new schools to its university blockchain research initiative.
Child exploitation material uploaded to the BSV platform.
The Canadian exchange QuadrigaCX has drawn the attention of the cryptoverse.
Links:
Ripple to Sponsor Blockchain Activity in 11 Universities
High School Team Places Third in Barclays Blockchain Challenge Event - CoinDesk
Funds Were Moving From QuadrigaCX Right Before Its Collapse - CoinDesk
Craig Wright Defiant After Child Exploitation Images Found On BSV Blockchain - ETHNews.com
Indian Hospital Releases Details About QuadrigaCX CEO's Death - CoinDesk — More on QuadrigaCX
QuadrigaCX granted creditor protection while it searches for $250M in cryptocurrency | CBC News — Still more on QuadrigaCX
QuadrigaCX likely lacked any ETH cold wallets, per report - The Block — QuadrigaCX on The Block
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2/9/2019 • 7 minutes, 14 seconds
February 8, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 8, 2019.
Abra Adds XRP
Jackson: SEC Will OK Bitcoin ETF One Day
Max Keiser Predicts Hash Orgy
Links:
Abra CEO Says 'Yes' to XRP for US Stocks, As Ripple Partners With 11 New Universities | The Daily Hodl
SEC Commissioner Jackson Thinks Regulator Will Approve BTC ETF, Leaked Interview Shows
Max Keiser Says Countries Will Mine Bitcoin in a 'Frantic, Wild Orgy of Hashing', Plus Ripple and XRP, Ethereum, Tron, Litecoin, IOTA: Crypto News Alert | The Daily Hodl
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2/8/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
February 7, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 7, 2019.
Ripple's xCurrent Faster, Cheaper Than SWIFT
Edward Snowden Praises Zcash Bug Fix
Links:
Ripple Says xCurrent Beats Swift by 90%, Pushes for Institutional Adoption of XRP | The Daily Hodl
Snowden Praises Zcash For Squishing Counterfeit Bug | Crypto Briefing — No agenda
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2/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 27 seconds
February 6, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 6, 2019.
Bitcoin down 2% at $3,413
XRP down 2% at 29 cents
ETH down 4% at $104
Alchemist and Techstars Back Paperstreet
Links:
Why Token Sales Are Still Big News For Accelerators | Crypto Briefing
Cryptocurrency Exchange Says It Can't Access $190 Million After CEO Unexpectedly Died : NPR — Site exclusive
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Becomes Latest to Take Bitcoin's 'Lightning Torch' - CoinDesk — Site exclusive
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2/6/2019 • 5 minutes, 18 seconds
February 5, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 5, 2019.
Facebook In Cryptocurrency
Blockchain Land Registry in Mexico
India Fears Crypto May Hurt Money
Links:
Facebook Makes First Blockchain Acquisition With Chainspace: Sources on Cheddar
Overstock's Medici Inks Deal for Local Land Registry in Mexico - CoinDesk
India fears that bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies may hurt rupee — Quartz India
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2/5/2019 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
February 4, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 4, 2019.
Crypto Mining To Paraguay
SEC Wants Your Crypto Info
Three Percent of Americans Used Bitcoin to Purchase Something Last Month
Happy Birthday
Links:
Bitfury Partners to Launch Bitcoin Mining Centers in Paraguay - CoinDesk
US SEC Seeking Big Data Tool for Major Blockchains - CoinDesk
Only 3% of Americans Bought Something With Bitcoin Last Month, A 5-Year Bet Reveals - BitcoinNews.com
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2/4/2019 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
February 3, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain headlines.
Bitcoin is down slightly at $3,485
XRP is down 1% at 30 cents
Ethereum is up slightly at $108
The SEC and the CFTC have 5 weeks of work to catch up on and a bitcoin ETF is not likely at the top of their list.
A newly uncovered malware steals browser cookies and other information on Apple MacBooks to steal cryptocurrencies.
The Wyoming State Senate has passed a bill recognizing cryptocurrency as money.
Ripple is looking to expand to China with a new office in Shanghai.
Links:
Bill Detail
New Malware Targets Apple Mac Computers to Steal and Mine Cryptos - CoinDesk
Wall Street Crypto Products May Have to Wait as US Regulators Confront Backlog - CoinDesk
Ripple Targets China's $67 Billion Remittance Market, Plans to Open New Office in Shanghai | The Daily Hodl
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2/3/2019 • 7 minutes, 8 seconds
February 2, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain headlines
Bitcoin is up slightly at $3,435
XRP is up slightly at 30 cents
Ethereum is up 1% at $103
IBM has partnered with Pacific International lines putting an electronic bill of Lading on the blockchain to ship oranges.
Ethereum developers are evaluating a limit on high-high-powerd ASIC miners.
HOSHO, a smart contract has had to let go of 80% of its staff.
A 2016 case in Florida has come back to the courts for a man illegally transmitting and laundering unregulated bitcoin.
Coinbase’s director of Data Science and Risk is departing the company after 3.5 years to start something new.
Links:
IBM puts literal oranges on the blockchain - The Block
Ethereum Developers Delay Mining Algorithm Change for Code Audit - CoinDesk
Coinbase's Director of Data Science and Risk Leaves to 'Build From Scratch' - CoinDesk
Smart Contract Auditor Lets Go 80% of Staff in Crypto Winter Cutbacks - CoinDesk
Court ruling paves way to arrest unregulated Bitcoin sales | Miami Herald
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2/2/2019 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
February 1, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, February 1, 2019.
UK Firm B2C2 OTC Ltd. Offers Crypto CFDs
Prime Trust Drops Charges
Binance Partners With Simplex to Offer Credit Card Purchases of Crypto
SBI Holding CEO Says Jig Is Up for SWIFT
Links:
UK Firm Gets Regulatory Green Light to Offer Crypto Derivatives - CoinDesk
Prime Trust Undercuts Rivals in Crypto Custody Race - CoinDesk
Binance Just Enabled Debit and Credit Card Payments - Coindoo
Ripple and R3 Will Leverage XRP to Become 'Global Standard' for Financial Operations: SBI Holdings | The Daily Hodl
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2/1/2019 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
January 31, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 31, 2019.
South Korea Continues Ban on ICOs
SWIFT Partners With R3; Using Corda
Iran Loosens Crypto Reigns
Links:
South Korea Will Maintain ICO Ban After Finding Token Projects Broke Rules - CoinDesk
Swift Partners with Blockchain Startup R3 which uses Ripple (XRP) - Coindoo
Iran Launches Gold-backed Cryptocurrency as Anticipation for Crypto-Rial Grows to Evade US Sanctions - CCN
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1/31/2019 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
January 30, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockhain news for today, January 30, 2019.
Fidelity Investments March Launch for Crypto Custody
Gemini Clears SOC 2 Exam
Russia Tracks Diamonds With Blockchain
Links:
Fidelity May Formally Launch Its Crypto Custody Service in March - CoinDesk
Crypto Exchange Gemini Passes Security Compliance Audit Conducted by Deloitte - CoinDesk
Russia’s Ministry of Education Introduces System for Tracking Diamonds via Blockchain
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1/30/2019 • 6 minutes, 13 seconds
January 29, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 29, 2019.
Brave Teams With Cheddar for Free Content
Euro Exim Bank to Use xCurrent
Iran Announces State-Crypto
Tangem to Print Marshall Islands' SOV Notes
Links:
Blockchain Browser Brave to Offer Free Access to Premium Cheddar Content - CoinDesk
The First Bank Utilizing XRP Reveals Ripple-Based Trade Finance System to Replace Swift | The Daily Hodl
Iran Could Announce a State Cryptocurrency to Evade US Sanctions Today
Swiss Wallet Firm to Produce Physical Banknotes for Marshall Islands Digital Currency
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1/29/2019 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
January 28, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news:
Bitcoin is down 3.2% at $3,411
XRP is down 5.1% at 28 cents
Ethereum is down 8% at $103
Senators in Washington State have introduced a pro-blockchain and DLT bill.
Binance CEO has confirmed via twitter that Binance DEX will allow users to control their private keys when interacting with the exchange via hardware devices.
Kik CEO ted livingston is challenging the SEC over their assertion that Kik issued an unregistered security.
Italy has announced its first set of regulation for blockchain technology.
Links:
Italy Announces First Set of Regulation for Blockchain Technologies - Ethereum World News
Washington State Introduces Bill Encouraging Development of Blockchain and DLT | CryptoSlate
Binance: Decentralized Exchange Will Connect With Hardware Wallets - Bitcoinist.com
Are ICO Tokens Securities? Startup Wants a Judge to Decide - WSJ
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1/28/2019 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
January 27, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is down 1.3% $3,531
XRP is down 2.3% at 30 cents
Ethereum is down 2.3% at $112
News out of DAVOS shows that New America, ConsenSys, and the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health are collaborating with Levi Strauss & Co. on a two year pilot program to develop a blockchain-backed worker well-being system.
Polymath is locking up approximately $9 million dollars worth of its tokens for the next 5 years.
LibertyX becomes the first licensee to offer bitcoin purchasing options via ATMs to New York State residents.
Mitsubish UFJ Financial Group has teamed up with the American company Akamai to build a blockchain based consumer payment network in time for the Tokyo Olmpyics.
Links:
Will people ditch cash for cryptocurrency? Japan is about to find out - MIT Technology Review
New America, ConsenSys, and Harvard Awarded Federal Grant to Build Blockchain-Powered System to Track Health and Well-being of Factory Workers
Security Token Startup Polymath Locks up 75 Million Tokens - CoinDesk
Breakthrough: New Yorkers Can Buy Bitcoin at Traditional ATMs | The Daily Hodl
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1/27/2019 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
January 26, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is even at $3,554
XRP is down slightly at 31 cents
Ethereum is up slightly at $115
NYSE Arca and Bitwise Asset Management are in discussions to bring the first bitcoin ETF to market in the US—slowed by the US government shutdown.
Morgan Creek Digital has backed a 3.1 million dollar seed round for the tokenized real-estate startup RealBlocks.
Bank of England denying Maduro access to $1.2 Billion.
Ripple is at the center of a recent deal between SBI holdings, and the RDIF.
Links:
NYSE Arca Files Paperwork for Bitwise Bitcoin ETF Approval - CoinDesk
Venezuela Denied Access to Overseas Gold: This is Why Bitcoin is Important | NewsBTC
A Big Deal for Ripple as SBI Joins Russian Banks to Invest in SBS Bank
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1/26/2019 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
January 25, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 25, 2019.
NASDAQ Invests in Sybiont
XRP Market Cap Overstated?
Bermuda's Burt Brags 'Bout Blockchain Bank
Links:
Nasdaq Just Made its Biggest Commitment to Cryptocurrency Yet
Shock Claim: Ripple (XRP) Market Cap Massively Lower Than Advertised
Exclusive: Bermuda to Announce Launch of a Crypto-Friendly Bank Next Week
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1/25/2019 • 6 minutes, 8 seconds
January 24, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 24, 2019.
New Hampshire to Accept Crypto?
Cryptopia Suffers Disturbing $16 Million Dollar Hack
ETF Proposal Withdrawn; Bitcoin Price Stable
Links:
US: New Hampshire Bill Aims to Legalize Bitcoin for State Payments in 2020
New Zealand Exchange Cryptopia Lost $16 Million in Hack, Not Initially Reported $2.5 Million: Research
Why the Bitcoin Price Barely Moved Following CBOE's Withdrawal of ETF Proposal
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1/24/2019 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
January 23, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, Janyary 23, 2019.
PA Says Crypto Not Money
Chicago Exchange Start-Up Announces Crypto Spot Trading
Links:
Seed CX Launches Spot Bitcoin Trading in Bid for Big-Money Investors - CoinDesk
Pennsylvania Clarifies That Crypto Exchanges Are Not Money Transmitters - CoinDesk
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1/23/2019 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
January 22, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 22, 2019.
Huw van Stennis Not Worried About Cryptos
Deloitte Survey Results Positive for Crypto
Yahoo Cofounder Jerry Yang High On Crypto
Links:
Crypto is Worthless, Fails Basic Financial Tests: Bank of England Adviser
Deloitte's 2018 Global Blockchain Survey: Blockchain is "Getting Closer to Its Breakout Moment"
Yahoo Founder Bullish on Bitcoin and Crypto, Calls Blockchain a 'Natural Fit for Banks and Trading' | The Daily Hodl
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1/22/2019 • 6 minutes, 27 seconds
January 21, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 21, 2019.
Wyoming Again Making Crypto Home on the Range
SBI Invests $15 Million in Tangen
Crypto Garage Working With BlockStream Testing Yen Stablecoion
Links:
Japan’s SBI Invests $15 Million In Crypto Card Wallet Maker Tangem - CoinDesk
Digital Garage to Test Yen-Pegged Stablecoin on Blockstream Network - CoinDesk
Bitcoin [BTC] could be given the same legal status as money in Wyoming - AMBCrypto
CryptoPanic - News aggregator platform indicating impact on price and market for traders and cryptocurrency enthusiasts
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1/21/2019 • 6 minutes, 58 seconds
January 20, 2019
Bitcoin is down 3.5% at $3,512
XRP is down 3.3% 31 cents
Ethereum down 4% at $117
The United Arab Emirates, and Saudia Arabia have announced an agreement to cooperate on a joint cryptocurrency.
The Swiss bank Vontobel announces it will be launching Digital Asset Vault.
The US department of Health and Human Services is embracing distributed ledger technology.
Some bitcoin-savvy new parents have amassed 1.08 BTC for their newborn thanks to an ad in a local paper
Links:
Emirates News Agency - Saudi-Emirati powerhouse announces 7 joint initiatives in vital sectors
Swiss Bank Set to Launch a Digital Asset Vault - Coindoo
USA: Blockchain Technology to Revitalize the Health Department’s Contract Acquisition Function
Newborn Baby Collects Money for College in Two Weeks Thanks to Bitcoin Donations
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1/20/2019 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
January 19, 2019
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin is up 3% at $3,720
XRP is up 2.6% 33 cents
Ethereum up 3.6% at $124
Those are your leaders by market cap
Wyoming is taking another step to attract blockchain businesses. They have introduced a bill that clarifys the legal position of digital assets as well as offers digital asset custody through banks.
Coinstar is adding bitcoin to the list of options for change conversion through a partnership with Coinme.
The LTO network and IBM watson are teaming up to help take a load off of the Dutch criminal justice system.
The Stock Exchange of Thailand is exploring the possibility of offering a new digital assets exchange.
Links:
Wyoming Introduces Bill Offering Cryptocurrencies Legal Clarity To Attract Blockchain Business
Crypto Hits the Mainstream: Shoppers Can Now Buy Bitcoin at US Supermarkets | The Daily Hodl
LTO Network and IBM Watson to Ease Administrative Burden for Dutch Criminal Justice System | UseTheBitcoin
Thai Stock Exchange Plans to Launch a Token Trading Platform - CoinDesk
Venezuela Could Set New Precedent for Bitcoin as a Medium of Exchange | CryptoSlate — Site Exclusive
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1/19/2019 • 6 minutes, 1 second
January 18, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 18,2019.
The Pirate Bay Loads Malware
TSMC Crypto-Mining Sector Down
Coinme Teams With Coinstar Selling Bitcoin Near You
Links:
Pirate Bay-Targeting Malware Hijacks Websites to Steal Cryptocurrency
Chip Maker TSMC Reports 'Big Drop' in Crypto Mining Revenue - CoinDesk
US: Bitcoin ATM Firm Coinme to Sell Bitcoin at Coinstar Coin Counting Machines
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1/18/2019 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
January 17, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 17, 2019.
Blockstream Takes Space for Developers
Hard Fork Constantinople Postponed
Circle's USDC Stablecoin 100% Backed by Paper Dollars
Links:
Blockchain Tech Firm Blockstream Launches Beta Version of Satellite API for Data Broadcast
Ethereum Foundation postpones Constantinople fork to investigate vulnerabilities
Circle’s USDC Stablecoin Fully Dollar Backed, Says Latest Auditor's Report - CoinDesk
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1/17/2019 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
January 16, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 16, 2019.
Euro Exim Bank First xRapid Bank
Sixty-One Percent Don't Know Crypto Losses Can Be Written Off Taxes
Dmity Medvedev Says Dob'tBury Crypto: Watch
Links:
The First Bank Using XRP Says Ripple Partnership Will Create a 'New Era' of Innovative Payment Solutions | The Daily Hodl
Russia’s Prime Minister: Bear Market Is Not a Reason to Bury Cryptocurrencies
US Bitcoin Investors Lost $1.7 Billion in 2018, 61% Unaware They Can Claim a Tax Deduction
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1/16/2019 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
January 15, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 15, 2019.
Bitmex Ends Service to USA, Canada Clients
George Nethercutt, Jr. Praises State Department IP Efforts, Slams SEC in Op-Ed
Scott Galloway Says 2019 Will Be Bad Year For Crypto
Links:
Hong Kong Crypto Exchange BitMex Shutting Down Trading Accounts in the US and Quebec
US Regulators’ Approach to Crypto Is Obstructing Innovation: Ex-Congressman
UCLA Professor says Crypto Will Go From Bad to Worse in 2019, Will it?
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1/15/2019 • 6 minutes, 30 seconds
January 14, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 14, 2019.
Bitmain Closes Amsterdam Office
Tim Draper Made $18.96 Million in Bitcoin in Five Years
Vontobel Announces Digital Asset Vault
Links:
Chinese Mining Giant Bitmain Is Closing Another Overseas Office - CoinDesk
Tim Draper Made $89M+ From His Bitcoin Investment in 5 Years
Swiss Multi-Billion Dollar Bank Vontobel Launches Regulated Crypto Custody
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1/14/2019 • 6 minutes, 36 seconds
January 13, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is down slightly at $3,616
XRP is unchanged at 33 cents
Ethereum is down 1.5% at $123
Salaries are up for blockchain developers, and related jobs are on the rise.
Venezuelans who have had dealing in cryptocurrency or foreign currency are required to report their income and pay taxes in that currency, not the Bolivar.
The OCIE of the SEC highlighted the cryptocurrency market as one of the six points of is compliance monitoring activities for 2019.
The exchange gate. io is reporting that half of the money lost in the recent 51% attack has been returned to the exchange.
Links:
Crypto Exchange Gate.io Confirms 51% Attack on Ethereum Classic, Promises Refunds
SEC Report: Examining Cryptocurrency a Priority in 2019 - Bitcoinist.com
Blockchain craze helps push up related salaries | Computerworld
Venezuela Issues Decree Regarding Payment of cryptocurrency
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1/13/2019 • 5 minutes, 53 seconds
January 12, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is down half a percent at $3,626
XRP is down 1% at 33 cents
Ethereum is up slightly at $125
Roberto Escobar, Pabalo Escobar’s brother, is launching a cryptocurrency targeted at funding the impeachment of the sitting US president.
The Kotak Mahindra Bank, India’s second largest private-sector bank is allegedly requiring account holders to refrain from dealings in crypto.
According to Texas Public Radio, mining giant Bitmain is shelving its plans to build a $500 million dollar crypto mining center in Rockdale Texas.
New York City has launched its very own blockchain cetnter.
Links:
Pablo Escobar's Brother Says New Crypto Will Fund 'Impeach Trump' Effort - CoinDesk
Bitmain Scales Back Texas Bitcoin Mine | Texas Public Radio
Major Indian Bank Threatens to Close Accounts of Users Transacting in Crypto: Report
New York City Economic Corp Launches Blockchain Education Center - CoinDesk
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1/12/2019 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
January 11, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 11, 2019.
SendFriend Starts First Quarter 2019
China Crypto-Regs Hit 2/15/19
BIS Says 70% of Central Banks Are Studying CBDCs
Links:
Ripple-Backed Payment Platform SendFriend Launching in Q1 2019, Will Utilize XRP for Instant Cross-Border Remittances | The Daily Hodl
China to Enforce Regulation for Blockchain Companies in February
70% of Central Banks are Working on Digital Currencies, No Hurry to Issue Them: BIS
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1/11/2019 • 7 minutes, 12 seconds
January 10, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 10, 2019.
Bitmain Product Man to CEO
Blockchain Home On the Range in Wyoming
15 Percent of Ethereum Nodes Ready for Constantinople
Links:
Bitmain Poised to Appoint Tech Chief as New CEO, Says Report - CoinDesk
Cardano Moving To Wyoming As New Governor Praises Blockchain - Bitcoinist.com
Constantinople Hard Fork: 1 Week to Go, Less Than 15% of Nodes Ready - Cryptovest
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1/10/2019 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
January 9, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 9, 2019.
Li Ka-Shing Invests in Bakkt
Russia to Purchase 10 Billion Dollars of Bitcoin First Quarter 2019
Thailand Grants Three Crypto Licenses, Denies Two
Links:
World’s 23rd Richest Man Invests in Cryptocurrency Exchange Bakkt’s First Funding Round | CryptoSlate
Russia Will Buy $10 Billion in Bitcoin, Ditch US Dollar and Become Huge Crypto Whale: Russian Economist | The Daily Hodl
Thailand's Finance Ministry Grants Licenses to Three Crypto Exchanges
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1/9/2019 • 5 minutes, 41 seconds
January 8, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, January 8, 2019.
India: No Digital Rupee
Ripple Network Signing Banks Daily
European Central Banker Ardo Hansson: No to Crypto
Links:
'Too Early' for Central Bank Digital Currency: India Shelves Crypto Rupee Plans
More Banks Join Ripple to Enjoy Zero Fee Service Based on Ripple Network
Cryptocurrencies a 'Load of Nonsense': ECB Member Ardo Hansson
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1/8/2019 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
January 7, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin Up Four Percent at $4,033.00
Ethereum Down Two Percent at $153.00
XRP Up Two Percent at 35 cents
Kuwait Finance House Launches Using RippleTechnology
CoinFLEX to Launch Futures Exchange in February with 20x Leverage
Two Colorado Lawmakers Want to Exempt Crypto From Securities Law
Coinbase De-Platforms GAB.ai and Andrew Torba
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Hong Kong Crypto Exchange to Offer Bitcoin Futures with 20x Leverage
Colorado Senators File Bill to Exempt Cryptos from Securities Laws - CoinDesk
Coinbase De-Platforms Gab While Square Allows Bitcoin Withdrawals — $71.46B
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1/7/2019 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
January 6, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is down slightly at $3,823
Ethereum is down 2% at $151
XRP is down slightly at 35 cents
The US based exchange Kraken received 475 requests from regulators in 2018.
An independant auction house in Northern Ireland has become the first in the UK to facilitate a sale of seized cryptocurrency assets.
Vlad Nistor, the founder and CEO of Romanian-based conflux is being extradited to the US.
Stablecoins in Texas may qualify as Money under clarified Texas state law.
Links:
Crypto Exchange Kraken Received 475 Disclosure Requests from Regulators in 2018
UK's First Auction of Seized Cryptocurrency by Independent Body Scheduled
The CEO of a Leading Romanian-Based Crypto Exchange— Coinflux, to be Extradited to the U.S - Coindoo
Stablecoin Issuers May Need Licenses in Texas, Unlike Most Crypto Startups - CoinDesk
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1/6/2019 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
January 5, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $3,836
Ethereum is up 4% at $156
XRP is up 1% at 35 cents
The cabinet of the Irish government has approved stronger KYC/AML regulations for the country.
The Chilean Treasury Department is looking to blockchain to streamline tax collection.
Chris Dixon published an op-ed in Wired magazine on how cryptocurrency and blockchain are the pendulum swinging back against internet giants.
A project from Estonia that is looking to create a tokenized, digital stock exchange.
Links:
Ireland to Implement New AML/KYC Measures Affecting Crypto
Chile Looks to Incorruptible Tax Collection Using DLT - BitcoinNews.com
Apple, Google, Facebook, Amazon, Tesla Stocks to be Tokenized on Ethereum's Blockchain — They require registration for any exchange that lists securities. There would then presumably be numerous requirements and other complications for a stock derivative (token) which can freely move across the globe.
Blockchain Can Wrest the Internet From Corporations' Grasp | WIRED
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1/5/2019 • 6 minutes, 26 seconds
January 4, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for January 4, 2018.
Coinbase Sits On Bitcoin SV
Bittorrent Launches Token on TRON
John McAfee Says No to IRS Via Twitter
Links:
Coinbase Has Still Not Issued Bitcoin SV to Customers
CryptoPanic - News aggregator platform indicating impact on price and market for traders and cryptocurrency enthusiasts
Crypto Shill John McAfee: I Haven't Filed a Tax Return in 8 Years
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1/4/2019 • 6 minutes, 59 seconds
January 3, 2019
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is up 1.5% at $3,908
Ethereum is up 9% at $155
XRP is up 2% at 37 cents
The NECTC of Thailand has developed blockchain technology for e-voting.
Fortnite is reportedly adding Monero to the list of payment options in Fortnite Retail Row.
Iran's Secretary of Criminal Content Definitions Task Force has issued a warning against “any cooperation” with Gram, the native token of Telegram.
Links:
Thai National Tech Development Center to Introduce Blockchain in Voting
Iranian Official Calls 'Any Cooperation' With Telegram’s Cryptocurrency 'Criminal' - ETHNews.com
New York Forms Blockchain Study Task Force, Hints at BitLicense Update - CoinDesk — site exclusive
Monero: The Newest Payment Option On Fortnite Merch Store - ETHNews.com
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1/3/2019 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
January 2, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for January 2, 2019.
TheDarkOverlord is Back
TRON Goes 2 to 40 Developers
Ripple/XRP Number Three
Links:
Hacker Group: Pay Bitcoin Ransom or We'll Release 9/11 Papers
TRON Cryptocurrency's Development Team Grows From 2 to Over 40
Ethereum Reclaims Top Altcoin Position, Rises $500,000 Clear of XRP’s Market Cap
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1/2/2019 • 6 minutes, 25 seconds
January 1, 2019
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for January 1, 2019.
Bakkt Raises $182.5 Million
Georgia State Senator Charged
Iran Says No Telegram or Gram
Links:
Bakkt Raises $182.5M From Microsoft And Other Big-Name Investors - Bitcoinist.com
Iran Declares Telegram Crypto Aspirations an Act Against National Security
Georgia State Senator Arrested for Lying about 'Stolen' Crypto Mining Equipment
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1/1/2019 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
December 31, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 31, 2018.
OpenNode Sticks to Bitcoin
Hong Kong Regulators Drag Feet On Bitmain IPO
Crypto Puzzles Hit The Whitney Museum This Spring
Links:
BTC Lightning Network Company Rejects $1.25 Million from Roger Ver to Build on Bitcoin Cash | CryptoSlate
Bitmain IPO Put in Doubt by Hong Kong Financial Regulators
Will These Puzzles Be The Next Crypto Trend To Go Mainstream? | Zero Hedge
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12/31/2018 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
December 30, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is down 1% at $3,833
XRP is down 1% at 36 cents
Ethereum is up 2% at $137
Ripple says XRP based xRapid is expanding.
Huobi Group, announced that Huobi Pool, the company’s mining subsidiary will be launching the first crypto exchange dedicated to EOS.
Time Magazine’s sees Bitcoin as a valuable financial tool for people living under authoritarian governments.
Links:
Huobi Launching 1st Crypto Exchange That Uses EOS As Base Currency
Ripple Says XRP-Based xRapid Expanding As Company Aims to Take Charge of Global Payments | The Daily Hodl
Why Bitcoin Matters for Freedom | Time
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12/30/2018 • 6 minutes, 3 seconds
December 29, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news
Bitcoin is up 7% at $3,872
XRP is up 10% at 37 cents
Ethereum is up 18% at $136
Visa is set to purchase Earthport; a ripple partner and payment network for cross-border transactions.
The national bank of Kuwait announces NBK remit, cross-border payments solution that uses RippleNet.
Ledger has responded to a recent vulnerabilities announced at the Berlin Chaos Computer Club Conference.
Links:
Visa to Purchase Ripple Cross-Border Payments Partner Earthport
Ledger: Recently Discovered Wallet Vulnerabilities Not Critical
Security Researchers Break Ledger Wallets With Simple Antennae - CoinDesk
National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) Joins RippleNet, Launches 'NBK Direct Remit'
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12/29/2018 • 6 minutes, 14 seconds
December 28, 2018
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news.
Bitcoin is down 3.5% at $3,613
XRP is down 6% at 34 cents
Ethereum is down 6% at $116
Ripple’s XRP is now a base-pair on Binance.
The US defense department is investigating blockchain technology for its "enormous" potential in helping improve disaster relief efforts.
Madison Holdings group, a winemaking company, is reportedly set to purchase a majority stake in the Japanese based crypto trading platform BitOcean.
OKEx is launching OK PiggyBank, a feature that will allow users to earn interest on their holdings.
Links:
OKEx Launches OK PiggyBank, Letting Users Earn Interest on Their Crypto Holdings
US Defense Department Says Blockchain Can Help in Disaster Relief - CoinDesk
Major Hong Kong Winemaker is Buying a Japanese Cryptocurrency Exchange - Bitcoinist.com
Ripple's XRP is Now a Base-Pair on Binance
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12/28/2018 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
December 27, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency and blockchain news.
Bitcoin is up slightly at $3,750
XRP is down 2% at 36 cents
Ethereum is down 2% at $124
Cryptocurrencies may soon be legal in India, with a strong regulatory oversight.
Japan’s financial giant MHFG is launching its own Yen-pegged stablecoin in March
GMO, the japan based internet infrastructure firm, has announced it will no longer develop or sell mining machines related to cryptocurrencies.
The lightening network has grown over 200% in the past six weeks.
Links:
Bitcoin Lightning Network Triples Capacity Since November | Crypto Briefing
Cryptocurrencies May Soon Be Legalized in India, Report Claims
GMO statement
Crypto Craze Drew Them In; Fraud, in Many Cases, Emptied Their Pockets - WSJ — Site exclusive
Japan’s Mizuho Financial Group to Launch Yen-Pegged Stablecoin in March
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12/27/2018 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
December 26, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 26, 2018.
B of A Files Crypto Patent for Cash Handling
Bitmain and Houbi Layoff Staff
Bermuda Drafts Crypto Custody Regs
Links:
Bank of America Files Patent for Blockchain-enabled Cash Handlers
Layoffs Underway Amid 'Adjustments,' Bitcoin Miner Bitmain Confirms - CoinDesk
Report: Crypto Industry Giants Bitmain and Huobi to Layoff Staff
Bermuda Release Crypto Regulatory Documents - Coindoo
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12/26/2018 • 6 minutes, 23 seconds
December 23, 2018
Bitcoin is up 2% at $3,932
XRP is up 3% at 36 cents
Ethereum is up 13% at $125
In Brazil, Oasis supermercardos, a supermarket chain store in Rio de Janeiro has announced that they will now accept payments in cryptocurrency.
2018 saw 6 new cryptocurrency ATMs being installed every day.
A bill was introduced in congress that aims to prevent Iran from creating a digital currency.
Links:
United States Working On a Law to Prevent Iran From Creating a Cryptocurrency - Ethereum World News
Six New Cryptocurrency ATM Machines Installed Every Day in 2018
Brazil-Based Chain Store Now Accepting Payment for Goods Using Cryptos - Coindoo
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12/23/2018 • 6 minutes, 19 seconds
December 22, 2018
Bitcoin is down 5% at $3,829
XRP is down 6% at 34 cents
Ethereum is down 3% at $110
Israel’s central bank is polling the public for input into the Israeli crypto regulation initiative.
The Japanese banking giant SBI is adding Bitcoin, XRP and Ethereum to their new crypto exchange VCTRADE.
The Bitmain IPO has suffered a major setback at the hands of the Hong Kong regulator as the crypto firm was declared immature.
A bipartisan bill has been introduced to congress to prevent over-regulation in the crypto space.
The Bakkt B itcoin futures market may get postponed again.
Links:
Crypto Assets to Be Regulated Differently in the US, Potential Impact on Industry
Launch of Bakkt Bitcoin Futures Market May Get Postponed Again - CoinDesk
Bitmain IPO Suffers Major Setback as Hong Kong Regulator Declares Crypto Firms “Immature” | BTCMANAGER
Edit Episode - Fireside
Japanese Giant SBI Adds Bitcoin, XRP and Ethereum to New Crypto Exchange, Ripple Partner Plans to Expose 23 Million People to Cryptocurrency | The Daily Hodl
Israel’s Central Bank Seeks Public Input in Crypto Regulation Initiative
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12/22/2018 • 6 minutes, 46 seconds
December 21, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 21, 2018.
Three UPbit Executives Indicted For Fraud
Bloomberg Says Facebook Developing Crypto For WhatsApp
eToro Survey Results Show More Crypto-Education Needed
Ron Paul Advocates End Fed Go Crypto
Links:
Executives at Korean Crypto Exchange UPbit Indicted for Fraud - CoinDesk
Bloomberg: Facebook is Developing a Cryptocurrency for Transfers in WhatsApp
eToro's Survey: Investors Want to Trade Cryptocurrencies, But Can't Find Educational Resources
Pro-Bitcoin Ron Paul: It's Time to Abolish Federal Reserve, Embrace Tax-Free Crypto
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12/21/2018 • 7 minutes, 5 seconds
December 20, 2018
Cryptoocurrency and blockchain news for December 20, 2018.
29 Billion Added to Crypto Market Last 5 Days.
Coinbase Earn Launched.
90 Percent of Monero's XMR Coins Mined.
Links:
Crypto Market Adds $29 Billion This Week, Can Momentum be Sustained?
Coinbase Will Soon Reward You for Studying Crypto - CoinDesk
Over 90% of Monero's Block Reward Have Been Mined
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12/20/2018 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
December 19, 2018
Cryptoryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 19, 2018.
Blythe Masters Quits Digital Asset Holdings, LLC.
HMRC Publishes Crypto Guide for Individuals.
Bram Cohen Spins up Chia; Wait For It!
Links:
Blythe Masters, Wall Street Veteran, Resigns from Blockchain Startup
UK Tax Agency Publishes Detailed Guidance for Crypto Holders - CoinDesk
BitTorrent Creator Aims to Kill Bitcoin with the Green Cryptocurrency "Chia"
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12/19/2018 • 6 minutes, 1 second
December 18, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 18, 2018.
Coinbase Begins Crypto to Crypto Trading for All.
Tagomi Holdings Inc. Has Launched
Correction: Wong Ching Kit Ponzi Millionaire Not Bitcoin Millionaire.
Links:
Coinbase Adds Crypto-to-Crypto Trading for Retail Customers - CoinDesk
Peter Thiel-Backed Electronic Brokerage Firm Tagomi Launches
It Wasn't a Bitcoin Millionaire Who Gave $12M in Cash Away in Hong Kong
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12/18/2018 • 6 minutes, 6 seconds
December 17, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 17, 2018.
Switzerland Reports Existing Laws Ok for Crypto.
Kaspersky Labs Says Up 400 Percent This Year.
Mick Mulvaney Brings Positive View of Crypto to White House.
Hong Kong Crypto Millionaire Throws Cash from Skyscraper.
Links:
Switzerland to Regulate Blockchain Within Existing Financial Laws - CoinDesk
Kaspersky Lab Says Cryptojacking Cases Have Risen 400% in 2018
New US Chief of Staff: Bitcoin "Not Manipulable by Any Government"
Hong Kong Bitcoin Millionaire Arrested after Throwing Cash off Apartment Building
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12/17/2018 • 6 minutes, 58 seconds
December 16, 2018
Bitcoin is up 1% at $3,219
XRP is up 1.5% at 28 cents
Ethereum is up 2.5% at $85
Coinbase partners with PayPal for fund withdraw.
Ethereum has reached the milestone of 50 million unique addresses.
DTCC describes fintech as a "systemic risk".
Tron launches TRX Market.
Links:
Coinbase Now Allows All U.S. Users to Withdraw Funds to PayPal
New Legal Framework in Switzerland Gives Boost to Blockchain | CryptoSlate — site exclusive
TRON Launches TRXMarket, a New Decentralized Exchange (DEX)
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12/16/2018 • 4 minutes, 58 seconds
December 15, 2018
Bitcoin is down slightly at $3,173
XRP is down 1.5% at 27 cents
Ethereum is down slightly at $82
The Venezuelan government is converting pensions for the elderly into Petro.
TD Ameritrade, the us brokerage firm is apparently exploring the possibility of offering XRP to retail investors.
The White House has announced that Mick Mulvaney a bitcoin enthusiast will be acting Chief of Staff.
Links:
French Yellow Vests Go Crypto with GiletJauneCoin - BitcoinNews.com — Site exclusive
Report: Venezuela Is Forcibly Converting Pension Balances to the Petro - CoinDesk
White House Appoints Bitcoin Proponent as Chief of Staff - Bitcoinist.com
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12/15/2018 • 5 minutes, 17 seconds
December 14, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 14, 2018.
PayPal Launches Internal Blockchain.
Blockchain Developer Job Sees Most Growth on LinkedIn in 2018.
Russia Cautious on Crypto Regulation.
Ohio Congressman Warren Davidson Says Crypto Can Build the Wall.
Links:
US Lawmaker Suggests 'WallCoin' Crypto to Fund Trump's Mexico Border Wall - CoinDesk
Russian Deputy PM: Crypto Downturn Justifies Caution in Enforcing Regulation
Blockchain Development is Linkedin's Biggest Growing Job Sector
PayPal Gets into Blockchain, But Only Internally Among Employees for Now
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12/14/2018 • 7 minutes, 1 second
December 13, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 13, 2018.
Alliance Global Investors Wants Total Ban.
Basis Toast.
Zero-fee Exchange First Half 2019.
Opera for Android Public.
Links:
Europe's Top Asset Manager Calls For Crypto Ban While U.S. Firms Build
Major Stablecoin Basis to Close, Return Funds to Investors: Sources
Major German Stock Exchange to Launch Zero-Fee Crypto Exchange
A Built-In Ethereum Wallet Just Got Added to Opera's Browser - CoinDesk
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12/13/2018 • 6 minutes, 16 seconds
December 12, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 12, 2018.
NYDFS Epic Fail on Crypto.
Samsung Files Trademark Requests.
Bitwala Partners with SolarisBank for Crypto Banking.
Kraken Private Offer.
Links:
NYDFS Hastens Response to BitLicense Applications
Samsung Files for Cryptocurrency Trademarks in the EU For Smartphones
Payments Startup Bitwala Now Offers Crypto Banking in Germany - CoinDesk
Kraken Is Seeking 'War Chest' Investment at a $4 Billion Valuation - CoinDesk
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12/12/2018 • 6 minutes, 33 seconds
December 11, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 11, 2018.
Square Cash App Adds Bitcoin, Becomes Top Financial App at Google Play.
Australia Beef Goes Crypto Tracking, Mate.
Insurance For Stolen Crypto? Yes.
Links:
Bitcoin-Friendly Cash App Tops PayPal in Google Play Store
Australian Insurer Announces Blockchain Trial For Beef Export Supply Chain
Crypto Assets on Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange Can Now Be Insured - CoinDesk
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12/11/2018 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
December 10, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 10, 2018.
Regulatory Overreach Stifles Crypto Sector in USA.
In Japan, Four Tax Changes to Help Crypto.
Bitmain Closes Development Office in Israel.
Links:
Regulatory Overreach is Crippling the U.S. Crypto Sector: Law Prof.
Japanese Lawmaker Proposes 4 Changes to Ease Crypto Tax Burden - CoinDesk
Bitmain Closes Israeli Blockchain Development Center Citing Crypto Market Conditions
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12/10/2018 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
December 9, 2018
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency headlines
Brave is getting a boost in users via being the native browser on the the latest HTC phone.
Ethereum developers have agreed on when to launch the corresponding hard fork—around January 16th 2019.
IBM is partners with Abu Dhabi National oil company on blockchain pilot.
Researches in the UK are using machine learning to identify pump-and-dump scams.
Links:
Ethereum Developers Agree on Launch Date for Major Constantinople Upgrade | The Daily Hodl
BrendanEich on Twitter: "We are very happy to have @Brave as default browser & to be working with HTC on their Exodus phone: https://t.co/J5WQrqODKa"
Researchers Use Machine Learning to Find Crypto Pump & Dumps Before They Happen
IBM Partners with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company for Blockchain Supply Chain System — IBM Partners with Abu Dhabi National Oil
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12/9/2018 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
December 8, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 2% at $3,331
XRP is down 2% at 29 cents
Ethereum is up .5% at $87
Internet court in Hangzhou looks to blockchain to fight the piracy of online writers.
Power Ledger in Australia launches trial allowing residents to trade solar power on blockchain.
KFC restaurants in venezuaela will being accepting payments in Dash next week.
Gazprom bank is reportedly working to implement a crypto assets service.
Links:
Gazprom Banking Department Announces Launch of Crypto Trading Service for 2019 | BTCMANAGER
Fast Food Giant KFC Accepts Cryptocurrency Dash in Venezuela | The Daily Hodl
Australia: Power Ledger’s Blockchain Energy Service is Live in Fremantle
Chinese Internet Court Uses Blockchain to Protect Online Writer’s Intellectual Property
MasterCard Files Patent Application to Make Blockchain-Based Transactions Anonymous — site exclusive
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12/8/2018 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
December 7, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 7, 2018.
Two Pro Crypto Bills Introduced in US House.
Binance Sub-Accounts Live.
SEC Comissioner Hester Pierce Says "Don't Hold Your Breath" on Crypto ETF Approval.
Links:
US Congressmen Introduce Two Bills to Prevent Crypto Price Manipulation - CoinDesk
Binance Launches Multi-Account Feature for Institutional Crypto Traders - CoinDesk
SEC Commissioner: Don't Wait on Bitcoin ETF, Could Take Days to Years
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12/7/2018 • 6 minutes, 15 seconds
December 6, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, December 6, 2018.
Digital freelancers like crypto.
Republican Congressman Warren Davidson to introduce crypto-friendly legislation.
Zcash live on Coinbase.com.
Zcoin added Merkle Tree today.
Links:
38% of Freelancers Regularly Use Cryptocurrency, Survey Reveals
Congressman Finalizing Bill to Exempt ICOs from Securities Laws
Privacy-Friendly Cryptocurrency Zcash Goes Live on Coinbase.com
Zcoin Implements ASIC Resistant Merkle Tree Proof (MTP) Crypto Mining | CryptoSlate
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12/6/2018 • 6 minutes, 58 seconds
December 5, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 5, 2018.
US Air Force launches blockchain educational site.
Uncle Sam wants to snoop on your crypto.
Binance releases demo video on Binance DEX.
Links:
Air Force Grad School Launches Blockchain Demo Site - CoinDesk
Uncle Sam Wants to Snoop on Your Monero Transactions
Binance Releases Demo of Planned Decentralized Crypto Exchange - CoinDesk — With the DEX, traders will be able to send and receive Binance’s own BNB tokens and other coins via trading pairs, Binance sai
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12/5/2018 • 6 minutes, 5 seconds
December 4, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for December 4, 2018.
Ohio venture funds pledge One Hundred Million.
Dash InstantSend Upgrade.
India Biz School issues diplomas on ethereum.
Links:
Ohio Blockchain Backers Pooling $100 Million to Fund Startups - BitcoinNews.com
Exclusive: Dash Claims Crypto Industry First with Automatic InstantSend Transactions
Major Indian Business School Issues Blockchain Certs to Combat Fake Degrees
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12/4/2018 • 5 minutes, 32 seconds
December 3, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, December 3, 2018.
G20 on Crypto.
GM drives with blockchain.
Calastone migrates fund trading clearing services to blockchain in May.
HBUS goes billboard on Coinbase.
Links:
G20 Countries to Regulate Cryptocurrencies in Line with FATF Standards
GM Patent Touts Blockchain As Data Solution for Self-Driving Cars - CoinDesk
UK-Based Global Funds Network Calastone to Switch Entire System to Blockchain in May
Live From Seoul: OKEx Announces Crypto Perpetual Swaps at NextGen Conference
HBUS Calls Out Coinbase In First-Ever Billboard Campaign By A U.S. Exchange
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12/3/2018 • 6 minutes, 27 seconds
December 2, 2018
Today's Cryptocurrency and Blockchain news
Bitcoin is down 1% at $4,087
XRP is down 2% at 36 cents
Ethereum down 3.5% at $114
Stellar Lumens shows a 500% increase in users in the last 6 months.
Neo has announced NEO-FS a distributed file storage network.
Huawei Cloud, part of Huawei Global announces the launch of its blockchain service.
Representatives from several crypto ETFs had a meeting with the SEC.
Links:
US SEC Officials Meet With Bitcoin ETF Teams to Discuss ETF Feasibility | CryptoGlobe
Stellar Registers 500% Increase in Active Accounts During the Last 6 Months - Ethereum World News
NEO Announces 'NeoFS' Distributed File Storage, Competing with Dropbox and Amazon S3 | CryptoSlate
Crypto Custody? State Street Is Waiting on a Client Shift, Exec Says - CoinDesk — Site exclusive
Huawei Cloud Announces Global Launch of its Blockchain Services
Ripple’s Dan Morgan: ‘We See the Biggest Appetite in Asian Markets’ | CryptoGlobe — Site exclusive
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12/2/2018 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
December 1, 2018
Today's blockchain & cryptocurrency news:
Bitcoin is up 4% at $4,165
XRP is up 4% at 37 cents
Ethereum up 4% at $117
Amazon managed blockchain & Amazon Quantum Ledger Database.
The Austrian Blockchain Center for multidisciplinary research has been established in vienna.
Belarus has solidified its governing rules for the cryptocurrency market.
Vitalik Buterin's honorary Doctorate degree from the University of Basel.
Links:
Austrian Blockchain Center for Multidisciplinary Research Established in Vienna
Cryptocurrency Legislation Completed in Belarus - BitcoinNews.com
Amazon Managed Blockchain
Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Receives Honorary Doctorate | Bitcoin Magazine
Amazon gets into the blockchain with Quantum Ledger Database & Managed Blockchain | TechCrunch
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12/1/2018 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
November 30, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 30, 2018.
Vakt Live.
Finney Launched!
Coinbase Pro Trading ZCash Now.
Links:
BP And Shell’s Blockchain-Based Oil Trading Platform Goes Live
SIRIN LABS Releases $999 Blockchain Phone: 'FINNEY'
Privacy-focused Cryptocurrency Zcash Launches on Coinbase Pro
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11/30/2018 • 7 minutes, 9 seconds
November 29, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 29, 2018.
James Ju launches new crypto exchange BHEX.
Vote on blockchain? South Korea testing.
Bounties Network solving ocean plastic problem with Ethereum dapp.
Links:
Former Huobi Executive Floats New Cryptocurrency Exchange in Singapore
South Korea to Test Blockchain-based Voting Prior to Integration with Online Voting
Residents of Manila Paid in Ethereum For Cleaning Up Polluted Beaches
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11/29/2018 • 6 minutes, 15 seconds
November 28, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 28, 2018.
CLSNet live.
Coinbase crypto OTC desk launched.
Links:
Goldman, Morgan Stanley Go Live With CLS' IBM-Powered Blockchain - CoinDesk
CLS | Shareholders largest and most important financial institutions | CLS Group
Coinbase Quietly Opened Its OTC Crypto Trading Desk This Month - CoinDesk
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11/28/2018 • 6 minutes, 5 seconds
November 27, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 27, 2018.
MAS wants to license crypto firms in Singapore.
BitPay wallet appshacked.
NASDAQ to launch Bitcoin futures exchange first quarter 2019.
Links:
Singapore: Bill Tabled to Place Crypto Payment Services Under Central Bank Oversight
Fake Developer Sneaks Malicious Code into BitPay's Copay Wallet - CoinDesk
Nasdaq to Launch Bitcoin Futures Market, Not Worried by Crypto Winter
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11/27/2018 • 6 minutes, 50 seconds
November 26, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 26, 2018.
Ohio opens www.ohiocrypto.com to allow Ohio businesses to pay taxes with crypto.
GAB.ai to accept bitcoin due to defacto banking ban.
Malaysia central bank is crypto gatekeeper in that country.
Links:
Ohio Becomes First US State to Allow Taxes to Be Paid in Bitcoin - CoinDesk
'Alt-Right Twitter' Gab Moves to Bitcoin Payments Due to Banking Blacklist
Central Bank has Final Say on Cryptocurrency Issuance: Malaysia's Finance Minister
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11/26/2018 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
November 25, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 11% at $3,737
XRP is down 13% at 33 cents
Ethereum up down 10% at $107
Bitcoin is trading at a its lowest price since august of 2017
Edward Snowden is a fan of blockchain
The Bitcoin Cash split has settled out and both chains will continue
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Edward Snowden: Bitcoin Has Become Too Successful - Ethereum World News
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) Hash War Ends, Both Chains Will Continue • Live Bitcoin News
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11/25/2018 • 5 minutes, 15 seconds
November 24, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency headlines
Market leaders:
Bitcoin is up slightly at $4,243
XRP is down 1% at 39 cents
Ethereum up down 1% at $120
Department of Defense is looking to investigate technologies for distributed consensus.
The Gibraltar stock exchange has been licensed to operate a blockchain exchange.
The CEO of Overstock.com is divesting his interest in retail to focus on the company's blockchain venture division.
Links:
US Dept. of Defense Research Arm to Host Permissionless Blockchain Workshop
The Gibraltar Stock Exchange has been Licensed to Operate a Blockchain Exchange - Coindoo - Crypto News and Reviews
Overstock to Make Full-Blown Bet on Blockchain by February 2019 | NewsBTC
Google Trends Bitcoin Interest Hits 6-Month High - Bitcoinist.com — Site exclusive
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11/24/2018 • 5 minutes, 30 seconds
November 23, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down 3.6% at $4,269
XRP is down 6% at 40 cents
Ethereum up down 6% at $120
IOTA to phase out the IOTA network coordinator.
TransferGO confirmed on Twitter that the company is looking at using Ripples xRapid.
The European commission is set to launch a blockchain association: IATBA
Links:
The European Commission is Set Launch a Blockchain Association - Coindoo - Crypto News and Reviews — The commission made it clear that the new association will help toward the development of guidelines and protocols for the blockchain industry.
CEO of TransferGo Confirms They Are Looking At Ripple's xRapid | UseTheBitcoin — In the tweet, he said the company was testing Ripple’s newly released cross-border payment solution.
IOTA Outlines Plans for Killing Off its Centralized 'Coordinator' — The IOTA Foundation has revealed for the first time that it plans to gradually phase out the IOTA network Coordinator, which some see as a centralization risk.
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11/23/2018 • 5 minutes, 20 seconds
November 22, 2018
Happy Thanksgiving!
Bitcoin is down 3% at $4,408
XRP is down 2.3% at 43 cents
Ethereum is down 5% at $129
Swiss Rail complets proof of concept identification test with blockchain.
French Tabacs to sell bitcoin starting January.
Saudia Arabia looking into state cryptocurrency.
Plague Hunters — first blockchain based game on a major console PS4.
Links:
Saudi Arabia to Launch its Own Cryptocurrency Next Year, But it will be Not for Public Use - Crypto-News India
IBM and Columbia University Launch Two Blockchain Startup Accelerators — Site Exclusive
Swiss Railway Tests Blockchain Identities for Workplace Safety Boost - CoinDesk
French Tobacco Shops Authorized to Sell Bitcoin Starting January 2019 - Bitcoinist.com
First Blockchain Game to be Released on PS4 - Cryptovest
Circle Provides of Proof of USD Reserves Backing Its USDC Stablecoin — Site Exclusive
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11/22/2018 • 4 minutes, 29 seconds
November 21, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, November 21, 2018.
Bakkt Bitcoin (USD) Daily Futures Contract delayed to January 24, 2019.
MVIS Bitcoin US OTC Spot Index to debut.
Beef on blockchain in South Korea.
Links:
3 of the best-known crypto trading firms are banding together on a new venture to bring crypto to the next level - The Block
Newsflash: NYSE Owner Delays Bakkt Bitcoin Futures Launch to 2019
South Korea to Track Beef Through Entire Supply Chain on a Blockchain
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11/21/2018 • 6 minutes, 41 seconds
November 20, 2018
Cryptocurrency news for November 20, 2018.
Bitcoin takes a bath.
India to report on crypto by end of year?
North Dakota stops ICO.
Links:
Bitcoin price plunges below $4,500 mark in new 2018 low | Technology | The Guardian
India to [Finally] Draft Cryptocurrency Regulations in December: Report
Russian ICO That Impersonated Bank Hit With Cease-and-Desist - CoinDesk
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11/20/2018 • 6 minutes, 17 seconds
November 19, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 19, 2018.
Bitfarm's IPO—Canada.
Kraken warning on Bitcoin SV.
Links:
Israeli Crypto Mining Firm Files for IPO in Canada
Crypto Exchange Kraken Warns Traders Over Bitcoin Cash SV 'Red Flags' - CoinDesk
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11/19/2018 • 6 minutes
November 18, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is up half a percent at $5,518
XRP is up 7.8 percent at 50 cents
Ethereum is up half a percent at $173
Amun Crypto ETP: The world’s first exchange traded product for cryptocurrencies.
IOTA announces IOTA research council.
Tokyo crypto pyramid scheme arrested.
Links:
Michael Parsons Resigns -- What's Next for Cardano? — Site exclusive
Major Swiss Stock Exchange SIX Lists World’s First Multi-Crypto ETP Amidst Market Collapse
Switzerland gives green light to first cryptocurrency ETP
IOTA's Serguei Popov Introduces the IOTA Research Council
Tokyo Police Arrest Eight Men In A Cryptocurrency Pyramid Scheme | BTCMANAGER
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11/18/2018 • 5 minutes, 33 seconds
November 17, 2018
Ripple's XRP surpasses ETH in current valuation to take #2 spot.
West Virginia blockchain voting a "success" per West Virginia secretary of state.
Twitter shifts blame in cryptocurrency scam controversy.
H&M runs proof of concept on VeChain.
SEC levys fines against two 2017 ICOs
Links:
SEC just put every ICO-funded startup on notice - Decrypt Media
Confirmed: Fashion Empire H&M Testing VeChain Technology | The Daily Hodl
Twitter on the Defensive, Blames Third-Party App for Recent Scams | NewsBTC
West Virginia Secretary of State Reports Successful Blockchain Voting in 2018 Midterm Elections
Off-The-Grid Bitcoin Transactions Now a Reality - Bitcoinist.com — Site exclusive
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11/17/2018 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
November 16, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, November 16, 2018.
Central banks of Canada, Singapore and UK board the CBDC bus.
WSJ says SEC investigating Salt Lending and Erick Voorhees.
Congrats to Brian Armstrong, CEO Coinbase, on being a new billionaire.
Links:
Central Banks of Canada, Singapore and UK Propose CBDCs for Cross-Border Payments
Central Bank of Azerbaijan Rules Out Issuing Cryptocurrency
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Becomes Latest Crypto Billionaire
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11/16/2018 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
November 15, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, November 15, 2018.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and IMF Deputy General Counsel Ross Leckow on two-man panel.
SBI Holdings down 3 percent.
Scottcoin helps the homeless as winter is coming.
Links:
Ripple Chief: Regulatory Clarity Will Drive Crypto, Blockchain Adoption
Crypto Crash Begins to Affect Large Finance Firms, SBI Shares Decline
Crypto Charity: Scotcoin to Allocate Part of Sales to Scotland's Homeless
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11/15/2018 • 7 minutes, 5 seconds
November 14, 2018
Crypto and blockchain news for November 14, 2018.
IMF Chair tells central banks worldwide to issue CBDC.
Michigan says "No" to crypto political donations.
Lolli raises $2.25 Million.
Links:
IMF Chief Lagarde: Central Banks Should ‘Consider' Issuing Digital Currency
No Coins for You! Michigan Bans Crypto Donations for Political Campaigns
Bain Capital Backs $2.25 Million Round for Bitcoin Rewards Startup Lolli - CoinDesk
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11/14/2018 • 6 minutes, 43 seconds
November 13, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, November 13, 2018.
Edelman study shows 55% of millenials or considering crypto.
Ripple's XRP up for a reason.
Links:
XRP Posts 6% Gains as Japan and Brazil Adopt Ripple Tech for Payments
Study: Demand For Crypto From Millennials Continuing to Rise Rapidly
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11/13/2018 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
November 12, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 12, 2018.
BTCC shuts mining pool November 15.
IBM to put scienctific research on a blockchain.
Ripple Labs moves XRP suit to federal court.
Links:
Hong Kong-Based Bitcoin Mining Pool BTCC to Close Indefinitely
IBM Says Blockchain Can Power 'Open Scientific Research' in New Patent Filing - CoinDesk
Lawyer: Ripple to Bumping Securities Lawsuit to Federal Court is Brilliant
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11/12/2018 • 7 minutes, 19 seconds
November 11, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency headlines
Bitcoin is down half a percent , at 6,334 dollars
Ethereum down half a percent at 209 dollars
and XRP is down one percent at 50 cents
IOHF publishes POW interoperability research
Iran ready to deploy national cryptocurrency
Decentralized exchange gets served by SEC
midterms deliver some crypto wins
Links:
Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson and IOHK Present a Breakthrough on Crypto Interoperability
Iran Ready to Deploy National Cryptocurrency as Sanctions Go Into Full Effect - BitcoinNews.com
Decentralized Exchanges Can’t Escape the SEC, Warns Its Cyber Chief - Bitcoinist.com
Singapore Exchange Successfully Trials Blockchain for Tokenized Assets Settlement
Blockchain Advocates Storm Governors’ Mansions and Retain House Seats in US Midterm Elections
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11/11/2018 • 6 minutes, 1 second
November 10, 2018
Today's leading cryptocurrency headlines
BaFIN orders stop to Finitex Ltd. in Germany
MUFG Bank looks to partner with Banco Bradesco using Ripple
IMF chief compares crypto innovation to the telephone
AT&T, T-Mobile lawsuit over Sim swapping
Links:
German Financial Regulator BaFin Shuts Down Activity of British Crypto-Related Firm
MUFG Bank, Japan's Largest Bank, Exploring Ripple’s Technology for New Cross-Border Payment Service — the principal banking unit of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), the world's fifth largest bank (by total assets), announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Banco Bradesco,
IMF Chief: Crypto Should Not Be Dismissed, Can Benefit the Public With 'Fast and Cheaper' Transactions | The Daily Hodl — written by Christine Lagarde, head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Sim Swapping Victims Sue T-Mobile and AT&T - BitcoinNews.com
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11/10/2018 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
November 9, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 9, 2018.
French lawmakers back crypto tax cut.
VersaVault ready to go live.
Galaxy Digital Capital Management hires Ian Taylor.
Links:
French Lawmakers Want to Give Bitcoin Investors a Tax Cut
Canadian Bank Opens Deposit Box for Cryptocurrency Firms - CoinDesk
Mike Novogratz's Galaxy Digital Hires Goldman Sachs Exec for Blockchain Unit
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11/9/2018 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
November 8, 2018
Cryptocurrencyand blockchain news for November 8, 2018.
5 arrested for crypto-malware distribution.
Student has $400,000.00 tax liability on crypto gains.
IBM and Seagate protect hard drives with blockchain.
Links:
5 Arrested in South Korea For Injecting Crypto Malware in 6,000 PCs
Tax Nightmare: Student Invests $5k in Crypto, to Pay $400k in Taxes
IBM, Seagate Team Up to Tackle Hard Drive Fakes With Blockchain - CoinDesk
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11/8/2018 • 6 minutes, 39 seconds
November 7, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 7, 2018.
Israel study says no to CBDC digital shekel.
Texas says no to Automated Web Services Mining.
Salesforce wins patent for blockchain-based spam filter.
Links:
New Bank of Israel Report Recommends Against Creating Digital Shekel
Texas Regulators Enter Emergency Stop Against Crypto Mining Firm - CoinDesk
Salesforce Wins Patent Tackling Email Spam With Blockchain - CoinDesk
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11/7/2018 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
November 6, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 6, 2018.
China's central bank slams crypto and blockchain.
Binance Number 1.
SEC to publish "plain English" guide on when a crypto is a security.
Links:
Newsflash: China’s Central Bank Slams Blockchain Investment ‘Bubble’
Binance Remains Biggest Crypto Platform, Volume of Exchanges in Korea Surge
SEC Official Says 'Plain English' Guidance On ICOs Is Coming - CoinDesk
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11/6/2018 • 6 minutes, 48 seconds
November 5, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 5, 2018.
Bank of America receives crypto key patent.
Dash launches Dash Text in Venezuela.
USDCoin now on 12 exchanges.
Links:
Second-Largest US Bank Wins Patent for Crypto Storage System
Dash Launches Text-Based Crypto Payment Service in Venezuela
More Crypto Exchanges Now Support Circle's Stablecoin USD Coin
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11/5/2018 • 6 minutes, 34 seconds
November 4, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency news, November 4th 2018
Bitcoin up slightly at 6,349 dollars
Ethereum up one percent at 200 dollars
and XRP is down half a percent at 45 cents
ICOs are taking the main stage in an SEC enforcement report
HSBC and RIL complete blockchain enabled trade finance transaction
Bitcoin Cash fork
Vitalik Buterin
Links:
Vitalik Buterin Claims He Isn't Leaving Ethereum, Rejecting Reports
ICO Misconduct Takes Center Stage in SEC Enforcement Report
Bitcoin Cash Price Surges – What You Need to Know About the Upcoming BCH Fork • Live Bitcoin News — The price of Bitcoin Cash (BCH) surged by more than 15.5% in the past 24 hours
HSBC India Completes Joint Blockchain-Enabled Transaction With India Holding Giant RIL
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11/4/2018 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
November 3, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency news November 3, 2018
Bitcoin down slightly , at 6,321 dollars
Ethereum down slightly at 198 dollars
and XRP is down 1.2% at 45 cents
Basic attention token up 14%
Ukranian government setting framework for fullscale adoption
IOTA is collaborating with the car API development company HIGH MOBILITY.
The HONG KONG securities and futures commission has unveiled new rules for cryptocurrency funds
Basic Attention Token is due for listing on coinbase
Links:
Basic Attention Token (BAT) is launching on Coinbase Pro
Ukraine's New Policy to Legalize Crypto, Considering Full Scale Adoption
IOTA Collaborating With Car API Development Company HIGH MOBILITY | CryptoSlate — Joint Project Exploring Putting Vehicle Data on a Blockchain
Hong Kong Reveals Crypto Rules in Push to Tame Wild Market - Bloomberg
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11/3/2018 • 5 minutes, 48 seconds
November 2, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 2, 2018.
Ledger opens Asia office. Benjamin Soong at helm.
deVere Group and Dalma Capital Management launch new cryptocurrency fund.
Tether wrote you a letter.
Links:
Crypto Startup Ledger Expands to Asia Pacific in Hong Kong
DeVere Group Targets Arbitrage With New Crypto Fund - CoinDesk
Tether Produces Letter Vouching for Dollar Deposits, But Bank Hedges - CoinDesk
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11/2/2018 • 6 minutes, 31 seconds
November 1, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for November 1, 2018.
Morgan Stanley report says institutional investors into cryptos.
Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Comission to regulate funds.
Price for Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP.
Top gainers last 24 hours.
Links:
Morgan Stanley Report Says Crypto Now An Institutional Asset Class - CoinDesk
Hong Kong's Securities Watchdog to Regulate Crypto Funds - CoinDesk
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11/1/2018 • 6 minutes, 1 second
October 31, 2018
Cryptocurrency andblockchain news for October 31, 2018.
India's government considers ban on use of cryptocurrency.
South Korea affirms no issues related to cryptos using virtual bank accounts.
CoinTicker has malware according to Malwarebytes.
Links:
Breaking: India is Considering a Ban on the ‘Use’ of Cryptocurrencies
Korea’s Finance Minister Approves Banks Working With Crypto Exchanges
Crypto Price Tracker Poses Malware Threat for Macs: Report - CoinDesk
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10/31/2018 • 7 minutes, 26 seconds
October 30, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 30, 2018.
Singapore Power launches Renewable Energy Certificates market on blockchain.
SC Johnson and Plastic Bank clean oceans with blockchain help.
Alrosa joins DeBeers tracking diamonds on blockchain.
Links:
Singapore’s National Energy Provider Launches Blockchain Marketplace for Green Energy
New Effort to Tackle Global Ocean Plastics Crisis Uses Blockchain
Russian Diamond Giant Signs Onto De Beers' Blockchain Tracking Platform - CoinDesk
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10/30/2018 • 7 minutes, 14 seconds
October 29, 2018.
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 29, 2018.
Coincheck lost $5.25 Million Dollars in Third Quarter 2018.
Israel has 200 blockchain startups.
Hitachi Payments partners with State Bank of India to create Lumada.
Links:
Cryptocurrency Exchange Coincheck Reports Over $5 Million Loss in Q3 - CoinDesk
Israel Has Over 200 Domestic Blockchain Startups: Industry Body
Hitachi Partners India’s Largest Bank for Digital Payments Push
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10/29/2018 • 6 minutes, 35 seconds
October 28, 2018
Japan looks to cap leverage to curb speculation
XRP hires ex-Googler as new VP of products
Starlight launches on Stellar
WBTC
Links:
Interstellar Builds Lightning Network-Like Stellar (XLM) Payment Channels • Live Bitcoin News — The joint venture between Chain and Lightyear has released Starlight, a bi-directional payment channel on the Stellar network.
China's Merchants are Legally Allowed to Accept Bitcoin and Crypto — Circulation and the Payment of Bitcoin in China is Not Illegal
A New Token Is Coming To Ethereum – And It's Fully Bitcoin-Backed - CoinDesk — "the stability of bitcoin and the flexibility of ethereum."
Japan's Financial Regulator Mulls Cap on Cryptocurrency Margin Trading - CoinDesk
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10/28/2018 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
October 27, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency news, October 27th 2018
Bitcoin even at 6408
Ethereum down slightly at 200
XRP even at 45 cents
Australian post office debuts Digital iD
Chinese arbitration court declares cryptocurrencies "property with economic value"
Alibaba expands BaaS
XRPunited launches as first XRP backed crypto exchange
Visa doesn't view crypto as a threat
Links:
Massive Institution in Australia Fuels Bitcoin Adoption for 11 Million People – The Daily Hodl — The country’s post office is offering a new digital identity service called Digital iD
Chinese Court States Bitcoin is “Property of Economic Value” | CryptoSlate — Shenzhen Court of International Arbitration ruled cryptocurrencies must be legally protected as a property with “economic values.”
Alibaba Offers its Blockchain Product to the Rest of the World • Live Bitcoin News — Major e-commerce giant, Alibaba, is expanding its Blockchain as a Service (BaaS) product to the rest of Asia, the U.S. and to Europe
Visa CEO: Crypto is Not a Big Threat But if Needed, We Will Support it — the company could support crypto in the future if the global market moves in the direction of embracing consensus currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
The First XRP-Based Crypto Exchange Has Been Launched: XRP United | UseTheBitcoin
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10/27/2018 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
October 26, 2018.
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 26, 2018.
Ripple sells $163.33 in XRP Q3 2018.
UK Government says no to Royal Mint.
Supreme Court in India tells government 2 weeks to present stance on cryptos.
MasterCard wants patent for fractional reserve cryptocurrency bank. App # 20180308092.
Links:
Ripple Says XRP Cryptocurrency Sales Doubled in Q3 2018 - CoinDesk
Newsflash: UK Govt. Halts Mint's Plan for Gold-Backed Cryptocurrency
India’s Supreme Court Seeks Gov’t Report on Cryptocurrency in 2-Week Deadline
Mastercard Wants to Patent a Fractional Reserve Cryptocurrency Bank
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10/26/2018 • 6 minutes, 15 seconds
October 25, 2018.
Cryptocurrency news for October 25, 2018.
Spain now requires crypto reporting for taxes.
Tether burns 500 Million tokens.
Berlin Court of Appeals ruling puts cryptos into legal limbo.
Links:
Spain Approves Law Requiring Citizens to Disclose all Crypto Holdings
Tether Just Burned 500 Million USDT Stablecoin Tokens - CoinDesk
German Court Ruling Raises Questions about Bitcoin's Legal Status
World's Biggest Crypto Mining Farm Launched in Armenia - Coindoo - Crypto News and Reviews — World’s Largest Crypto Mining Farm
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10/25/2018 • 5 minutes, 46 seconds
October 24, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 24, 2018.
Japan cryptos self-regulate with permission.
Australia says no to CBDC.
Coinbase announces support for USDC outside New York state.
NASDQ receives patent for newswire-on-a-blockchain.
Links:
Japan Approves Self-Regulation for Cryptocurrency Industry
No Point of a Central Bank Digital Currency in Australia: Assistant Governor
Coinbase Adds Its First Stablecoin Tied to the US Dollar - CoinDesk
Nasdaq Wins Patent for Newswire Service Built on a Blockchain - CoinDesk
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10/24/2018 • 6 minutes, 51 seconds
October 23, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, October 23, 2018.
Today's price for bitcoin, ethereum and XRP.
Top Gainers last 24 hours.
HTC launches crypto-friendly smartphone.
Singapore invests in Binance.
Caspian raises $19.5 Million Dollars in ICO.
Gavin Wood announces release of Substrate at Web3.
Links:
HTC Launches Blockchain Smartphone ‘Exodus’ with Flagship Specs
Singapore Govt-Owned Venture Firm Invests in Crypto Giant Binance
Caspian ICO Raises $19.5 Million for Institutional Crypto Trading Platform
Gavin Wood Announces 'Impending Release' of DIY Blockchain Tool - CoinDesk
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10/23/2018 • 6 minutes, 12 seconds
October 22, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, October 22, 2018.
Samsung SDS and ABN AMRO and Port of Rotterdam to trial logistics blockchain.
XRP transaction costs drop 97 percent due to Monero 0.13.0 Beryllium Bullet.
Global Tech Exchange ICO halted.
Synthetic Minds raises $5.5 Million in funding round.
Links:
Samsung SDS, ABN AMRO to Link Blockchains in Europe’s Largest Shipping Port
Monero Transaction Fees are Down 97% Since the Hard Fork
Australian Securities Watchdog Halts ICO Seeking to Raise $50 Million - CoinDesk
Pantera Capital Backs Blockchain Security Startup's $5.5 Million Round - CoinDesk
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10/22/2018 • 7 minutes, 20 seconds
October 20, 2018
Report suggests North Korea behind 65% of crypto hacks
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation growing partnership with Ripple & Coli
Bermuda's first ICO
Armenia launches "world's largest" mining farm
FinHub from the SEC for supporting innovation
Links:
Gates Foundation Works with Ripple to Send Money Across Nations
The Government of Bermuda Approved its First ICO - Coindoo - Crypto News and Reviews — The Government of Bermuda Approved its First ICO
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10/20/2018 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
October 19, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 19, 2018.
Today's price for bitcoin, ethereum and XRP.
Top Gaining cryptos last 24 hours.
Huobi launches HUSD.
TSMC reports weaker chip demand.
Cobo raises 13 Million US in Series A Funding round.
Links:
Crypto Exchange Huobi Now Lets Users Swap Between 4 Different Stablecoins - CoinDesk
Chip Maker TSMC Forecasts Weaker Crypto Mining Demand in Q4 - CoinDesk
Chinese Crypto Wallet Cobo Raises $13 Million, Eyes Global Expansion
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10/19/2018 • 6 minutes, 20 seconds
October 18, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 18, 2018.
Zebpay to Malta.
Huboi's UBUS reports ten-fold increase trading in Tether . Switching to TrueUSD.
Links:
Major [Shuttered] Indian Exchange Zebpay Moves to Malta after Central Bank Blockade
Huobi's US Exchange Sees 30% Boost in Trading for Tether Alternative - CoinDesk
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10/18/2018 • 5 minutes, 20 seconds
October 17, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 17, 2018.
Civil misses token-sale target and will issue refunds.
Gemini dollar tops its' peg to fiat dollar.
Rwanda to use blockchain to track tantalum conflict mineral.
Today's price for bitcoin, ethereum and XRP.
Today's top gainers last 24 hours.
Links:
Media Startup Civil to Issue Refunds as $8 Million Token Sale Fails - CoinDesk
Winklevoss-Backed Stablecoin Soars Above $1 as Tether's Market Cap Plunges - CoinDesk
Rwanda Starts Tracking Conflict Metal Tantalum With Blockchain - CoinDesk
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10/17/2018 • 6 minutes, 9 seconds
October 16, 2018
Cryptocurrency news for October 16, 2018.
Ethereum developers investigate Constantinople code.
Huobi lists four US Dollar-pegged cryptos this week.
Coinbase to open Dublin office in face of Brexit.
Today's price for bitcoin, ethereum and XRP.
3 Top Gainers last 24 hours.
Links:
Ethereum's Next Blockchain Upgrade Faces Delay After Testing Failure - CoinDesk
Another Top-10 Crypto Exchange Is Adding 4 Stablecoins This Week - CoinDesk
Planning for Brexit: Crypto Exchange Giant Coinbase Opens Office in Ireland
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10/16/2018 • 5 minutes, 42 seconds
October 15, 2018
Cryptocurrency news for October 15, 2018.
Hong Kong's SFC to regulate crypto.
Tether sees 18-month low.
China's cbdc chief becomes GM of China's Securities and Depository Clearing Corporation.
Links:
Total Ban on Crypto Exchanges Unnecessary: Hong Kong Regulator
Price of Tether Stablecoin Tanks to 18-Month Low - CoinDesk
PBoC's Digital Currency Chief Departs to Lead Securities Clearing House - CoinDesk
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10/15/2018 • 6 minutes, 2 seconds
October 14, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency news October 14, 2018
Constantinople delay
Hurun Research report
French startup heater that mines cryptocurrencies
Zambia central bank, issuer of local fiat, speaks out against cryptocurrencies
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10/14/2018 • 5 minutes, 36 seconds
October 13, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency news: October 13th, 2018
UBS faces french court
Bitcoin scam suspect arrested in Thailand
Circle bets big on equity crowdfunding
Links:
Court Refuses to Drop Money Laundering Charge Against UBS, $5.8 Billion Fine Looms - Bitcoin News — UBS Wants Money Laundering Charge Dropped
Circle Betting Big on Token-Based Crowdfunding – Acquires SeedInvest • Live Bitcoin News — Circle, the Goldman Sachs-backed cryptocurrency firm, has bought SeedInvest, a licensed broker-dealer
Bitcoin Scam: Thailand Police Finally Nabs Kingpin in Popular Cryptocurrency Scam - Ethereum World News — Bitcoin Scam: Thailand Police Finally Nabs Kingpin in Popular Cryptocurrency Scam
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10/13/2018 • 5 minutes, 9 seconds
October 12, 2018
Cryptocurrency news for October 12, 2018.
FinCEN publishes advisory on Iran and bitcoin.
Swiss green light Crypto Finance AG offering crypto to institutional investors.
RobinHood crypto trading applie in Ohio.
Links:
Crypto Funds Gets Greenlight from Swiss Financial Markets Regulator
Halfway Milestone: Crypto Trading App Robinhood Launches in U.S. State #25, Ohio
FinCEN Blasts Iran's 'Malign' Use of Crypto to Bypass Economic Sanctions - CoinDesk
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10/12/2018 • 6 minutes, 24 seconds
October 11, 2018
Cryptocurrency newsfor October 11, 2018.
Price for Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP.
Top Gainers last 24 hours.
India is considering a central bankdigital curency.
South Korea firmly against ICOs.
Nouriel Roubini and Peter Van Valkenburgh testify to US Senate Committee on crypto today.
Links:
India’s Government is ‘Evaluating’ a State Cryptocurrency: Report
South Korea Remains Firm on ICO Ban Despite Calls for Legality, For Now
'Doctor Doom' vs Crypto: Here's What to Expect in Congress Today - CoinDesk
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10/11/2018 • 6 minutes, 32 seconds
October 10, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 10, 2018.
Binance delists Bytecoin, ChatCoin, Iconomi and Triggers.
Singapore's Central Bank supports bank accounts for crypto startups and cryptoexchnges.
People's Bank of China researcher publishes op-ed advocating for yuan stable-coin.
Today's price for top cryptocurrencies.
Top Gainers in cryptocurrency today.
Links:
Binance Delists 4 Cryptocurrencies, Sending All of Them Crashing
Singapore's Central Bank Will Aid Crypto Startups in Opening Bank Accounts
PBoC Op-Ed Pushes Use Case for Yuan-Pegged Crypto Stablecoins - CoinDesk
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10/10/2018 • 6 minutes, 30 seconds
Episode 10918: October 9, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 9, 2018.
Bitwala partners with solarisBank to deploy bank accounts on blockchain in Germany.
Thailand studies blockchain; report final February 2019.
Links:
Bitwala Partners With Visa-Backed Solaris on Blockchain Bank Account - CoinDesk
Thailand Studies Blockchain for Applications in Intellectual Property, Trade Finance
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10/9/2018 • 5 minutes, 17 seconds
October 8, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 8, 2018.
Binance donates fees to charity.
Bitfinex refutes insolvency claims.
China to deploy three government blockchain standards this year.
Links:
Crypto Giant Binance Will Donate All Coin Listing Fees to Charity
CoinDesk - Leader in blockchain news.
China to Drafts for Three Domestic Blockchain Standards in 2018
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10/8/2018 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
October 7, 2018
Today's Cryptocurrency News: October 7, 2018
Binance invests in Travel by Bit
Japan appoints new pro-blockchain minister of technology
Venezuala mandates Petro passport purchases
Blackberry gets into blockchain
Links:
Venezuela Introduces Petro-Based Passport Payment System, Migration Police — The government of Venezuela announced that all passport issuance and renewal fees now require payment using their native cryptocurrency, the Petro.
Japan Gets New Pro-Crypto Minister to Promote Tech and IT - BitcoinNews.com — Japan’s prime minister has appointed the country’s new Science Minister with a proven pro-blockchain history.
Binance to Invest in Airports Across the World - Coindoo - Crypto News and Reviews — Binance and TravelbyBit Partnership
BlackBerry to Launch Blockchain for Medical Data Sharing — BlackBerry Limited has now come up with a blockchain solution for secure data sharing among healthcare providers
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10/7/2018 • 5 minutes, 45 seconds
October 6, 2018
Today's Cryptocurrency News: October 6, 2018
Vitalk Buterin considers stepping away
Ripple's XRP is currency, (at Swell conference, from former SEC member)
Bitcoin ETF Deadline: Oct 26
Links:
Goldman Sachs-backed Circle's USD Coin [USDC] receives support from 6 new companies - AMBCrypto
SEC ETF Review Deadline Set for 26th October - BitcoinNews.com — SEC ETF Review Deadline Set for 26th October
Bitcoin [BTC]: SEC releases report for 'rule change' to approve a Bitcoin ETF - AMBCrypto — Bitcoin [BTC]: SEC releases report for ‘rule change’ to approve a Bitcoin ETF
Vitalik Buterin Preparing to ‘Detach’ Himself From Ethereum, Says Platform Can Run Without Him – The Daily Hodl
Former SEC Member Says XRP is a Currency, Not a Security — Former SEC Member Says XRP Is A Currency, Not A Security
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10/6/2018 • 5 minutes, 21 seconds
October 5, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for October 5, 2018.
Current price for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP.
Top Gainers last 24 hours.
Adam White leaves Coinbase.
Constantinople delayed until October 14.
14 Banks in Italy trial interbank reconciliation on R3 Corda.
Digital Street in UK enters new phase.
Links:
Early Coinbase Executive Adam White Is Leaving the Firm - CoinDesk
Testing for Ethereum's Upcoming Hard Fork Is Being Delayed - CoinDesk
Italian Bank Consortium Trials Interbank Transfers on R3's Corda - CoinDesk
UK Land Registry Begins New Phase of Blockchain Research Project - CoinDesk
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10/5/2018 • 6 minutes, 22 seconds
October 4, 2018
Cryptocurrency news for today, October 4, 2018.
Pacific International Lines and IBM partner to create electonic Bill of Lading on a blockchain.
Bank of America reports blockchain to become 7 Billion Dollar industry.
MoneyTap is live runing on Ripple's xCurrent.
Links:
Singapore’s Biggest Shipper Partners IBM in Developing Blockchain for Crucial Trade Paperwork
Bank of America Thinks Blockchain Could be a $7 Billion Market
SBI Ripple Asia's MoneyTap App Has Launched in Japan - CoinDesk
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10/4/2018 • 6 minutes, 10 seconds
October 3, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, October 3, 2018.
Binance is investing $2.5 Million in Travelbybit. Airport point of sale terminals coming.
IBM wins patent for computer network security running on blockchain technology.
Tiger Global considers $500 Million investment in Coinbase.
Links:
$2.5 Million: Binance Invests in Aussie Crypto Payments Startup TravelbyBit
IBM Wins Patent for Blockchain-Based Network Security System - CoinDesk
Coinbase Valued at $8 Billion Following Hedge Fund Investment: Report
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10/3/2018 • 6 minutes, 1 second
October 2, 2018
Cryptocurrency and blockchain news for today, October 2, 2018.
Top gainers today: Cortex, New Economy Movement, Loopring.
Enterprise Ethereum Alliance and Hyperledger formally collaborate.
Google announces stricter rules for Chrome developers.
Korea Investment Partners invest in Temco as first blockchain investment.
Links:
Hyperledger & EEA: The Two Biggest Blockchain Consortiums Join Forces
Google Moves to Protect Chrome Users From CryptoJacking and Hacks - CoinDesk
South Korea's Largest Venture Firm Backs First Blockchain Startup - CoinDesk
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10/2/2018 • 6 minutes, 28 seconds
October 1, 2018
Cryptocurrency news for October 1, 2018.
10 years after Bitcoin's whitepaper, artist celebrate crypto with an art exhibit in Paris.
The Reserve Bank of India denies internal crypto unit.
Missoula County Montana almost bans crypto mining.
Opera browses the crypto future.
Links:
Art Exhibit in France Celebrates Bitcoin’s 10th Anniversary with a Treasure Hunt
India’s Central Bank Did Not Establish Blockchain, Cryptocurrency Unit: Report
A Bitcoin Mining Moratorium Was Just Avoided in Montana - CoinDesk
Opera Browser Operator to Explore New Applications of Blockchain - CoinDesk
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10/1/2018 • 6 minutes, 27 seconds
September 30, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency news September 30th, 2018
Malta prime minster speaks on blockchain at the UN
California Governor signs two bills supporting blockchain development in CA
London Block Exchange stablecoin backed by GBP
Chainanalysis of BTC, and the interest by the IRS
Oklahoma arrests following theft of $14-million in CMCT tokens
Links:
‘Blockchain Makes Cryptocurrencies the Inevitable Future of Money,’ Says Malta’s Prime Minister — ‘Blockchain Makes Cryptocurrencies the Inevitable Future of Money,’ Says Malta’s Prime Minister
California Governor passes two bills in favor of blockchain - AMBCrypto — “California, a global leader in technology takes a giant leap forward with two new laws that define and recognize the emerging blockchain technology..."
London Block Exchange Launching Crypto Pound-Backed Stablecoin - Bitcoinist.com — The London Block Exchange said they have permission to launch a new virtual currency, the LBXPeg. The stablecoin would be backed by UK Pound Sterling reserves.
BTC: 36% in Circulation Lost, 23% Held by Speculators, US Tax Authority Monitoring - Bitcoin News — BTC Investors and Speculators Have Held Their Positions Over the Summer
Oklahoma Duo Arrested for $14 Million Cryptocurrency Theft — Oklahoma police have arrested two men who reportedly stole millions of dollars from a California-based cryptocurrency company
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9/30/2018 • 5 minutes, 31 seconds
September 29, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency news: September 29, 2018.
Kenya explores blockchain adoption to replace cash
Google partially lifts ban on cryptocurrency ads
West Virginia adopts absentee voting via blockchain
Dairy Farmers of America pilot tracking by blockchain
Links:
Kenya's Blockchain Task Force Advises Gov't to Replace Cash With Digital Currency — Kenya’s Blockchain Task Force Advises Gov’t to Replace Cash With Digital Currency
West Virginia Adopts Blockchain into its Voting System - Coindoo - Crypto News and Reviews — Getting Used for Voting has Always Been One of Blockchain’s Primary Goals
Dairy Farmers of America to Use Blockchain for Improved Supply Chain - BitcoinNews.com — Dairy Farmers of America to Use Blockchain for Improved Supply Chain
Google Lifting Its Controversial Crypto Ad Ban In October | UseTheBitcoin — Crypto Exchanges Can Only Buy Ads In Two Nations
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9/29/2018 • 5 minutes, 22 seconds
September 28, 2018
Cryptocurrency news for September 28, 2018.
Austria to raise 1.5 Billion Euros with help from ethereum blockchain.
Zebpay closes today at 4PM in India.
Blockpas IDN and Edinburgh Napier University partner on Blockpass Identity Lab.
Links:
Austria Turns to Public Ethereum Blockchain for €1.15 Billion Bond Auction
Major Indian Bitcoin Exchange Zebpay Shuts Down Due to Banking Freeze
World's First Blockchain Identity Laboratory Launched In Scotland
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9/28/2018 • 5 minutes, 55 seconds
September 27, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency news for Septmber 27, 2018.
Bitmain goes public announcing an IPO on Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
SEC delays Bitcoin ETF application filed by partner firms Cboe, VanEashck and SolidX.
Marsh uses IBMBlockchain for insurance verification service.
Bitcoin Cash, Ark and Ardor biggest gainers today.
Links:
Bitcoin Mining Giant Bitmain Just Officially Filed for an IPO - CoinDesk
VanEck and SolidX Unfazed By the SEC's Latest Bitcoin ETF Delay - CoinDesk
IBM Expands Blockchain Partnership With Insurance Broker Marsh - CoinDesk
Goldman Sachs Leads $25 Million Funding for Blockchain Startup Veem - CoinDesk
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9/27/2018 • 6 minutes, 40 seconds
September 26, 2018
Coinbase policy change results in jurisdiction by jurisdiction listing and sale of tokens.
Crowd Machine in disarray following hack of 1 Billion Crowd Machine ComputeTokens.
Red Belly Blockchain hits 30,000 transactions per secondover 1,000 nodesin 14 counties.
Cryptocurrency news for today, September 26, 2018.
Links:
Coinbase Gears Up for Biggest-Ever Expansion of Crypto Asset Listings - CoinDesk
The Crowd Machine Crypto Token Theft: What We Know Thus Far - CoinDesk
Australia's Science Agency Claims Breakthrough in Global Blockchain Test - CoinDesk
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9/26/2018 • 7 minutes, 5 seconds
September 25, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency news: September 25, 2018.
Bank of International Settlements and cryptocurrency trends.
Concordia Summit discussion track of cryptocurrency.
S Coin Token launch by SBI Holdings.
Interbank Information Network launch gains 75 banks with JPMorgan, et.al.
Links:
Regulation News Still Moves Bitcoin Prices, BIS Report Says - CoinDesk
Sandboxes Aren't Enough: Blockchain Leaders Seek Regulation Relief - CoinDesk
SBI Aims for Cashless Society With Mobile Payments Token Trial - CoinDesk
Over 75 New Banks: JPMorgan Expands Blockchain Payments Trial - CoinDesk
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9/25/2018 • 6 minutes, 44 seconds
September 24, 2018
Today's cryptocurrency news, September 24, 2018.
ShapeShift requires identy of users. India liens assets of Bitcoin Ponzi scheme leader.
Links:
Crypto Exchange ShapeShift's CEO Says Move to Collect IDs Was 'Proactive' - CoinDesk
Indian Authorities Round up on Bitcoin Scammer's Properties Worth $60 Million
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9/24/2018 • 5 minutes, 47 seconds
September 21, 2018
Today's News September 21, 2018. California Bans Crypto for Political Donations. Maduro says must use Petro international trade. You can now buy your coffee with bitcoin.
Links:
Quick Brew? Bitfury's Coffee Machine Accepts Bitcoin Via Lightning Network - CoinDesk
California Bans Bitcoin Donations in Political Campaigns - CoinDesk
Venezuela to Adopt Controversial Petro Token in Global Trade - CoinDesk
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9/21/2018 • 6 minutes
September 20, 2018
Japan-based cryptocurrencyexchange Zaif hacked.
New York Attorney General's Office Report on crypto exchanges getscrypto leaders fired up.
LINE announces signigicant crypto project.
Links:
Coinbase Refutes Claims in New York Attorney General's Exchange Report - CoinDesk
Crypto Exchange Zaif Hacked In $60 Million, 6,000 Bitcoin Theft - CoinDesk
Messaging Giant LINE Unveils Ambitious Plan for Crypto Token Ecosystem - CoinDesk
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9/20/2018 • 6 minutes, 54 seconds
September 19, 2018
Today's news September 19, 2018.
Links:
Don't Blame Bitcoin Futures for Bear Market, CME Exec Says - CoinDesk — Don't Blame Bitcoin Futures for Bear Market, CME Exec Says
UK Lawmakers Call For Greater Oversight of Crypto Industry - CoinDesk — UK Lawmakers Call For Greater Oversight of Crypto Industry
Singapore Central Banker: No Crypto Tokens We've Seen Are Securities - CoinDesk — Singapore Central Banker: No Crypto Tokens We've Seen Are Securities
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9/19/2018 • 6 minutes, 5 seconds
September 18, 2018
Today's news September 18th 2018
Links:
Digital Assets Don't Change Reporting Needs, SEC's Top Accountant Says - CoinDesk — Digital Assets Don't Change Reporting Needs, SEC's Top Accountant Says
Ethereum Dapp Bancor Is Expanding to EOS for Fast, Free Transactions - CoinDesk — Ethereum Dapp Bancor Is Expanding to EOS for Fast, Free Transactions
$1 Billion Blockchain Fund Founders Plan Japanese Yen Stablecoin - CoinDesk — $1 Billion Blockchain Fund Founders Plan Japanese Yen Stablecoin
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9/18/2018 • 6 minutes, 7 seconds
September 17, 2018
Today's news September 17th 2018
Anyone can ICO, Mastercard Patent Immutable Data
Links:
Could This ICO Model Let Anyone Sell Tokens Legally? Civil Thinks So - CoinDesk — Could This ICO Model Let Anyone Sell Tokens Legally? Civil Thinks So
Mastercard Patent Filings Tout Blockchain for Immutable Data Records - CoinDesk — Mastercard Patent Filings Tout Blockchain for Immutable Data Records
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