Andreas M. Antonopoulos joins this week’s discussion of catalysts and CEOS in the world of blockchain projects, the organizational and organic structures of decentralization and to wonder whether crypto even needs Satoshi-like catalysts now that the fire of blockchain burns bright.
‘Pandora’s Box, but for Freedom’: Author Isaiah Jackson on Bitcoin’s Impact
Leigh Cuen is joined by author Isaiah Jackson to talk about financial discrimination and the value bitcoin can offer minority communities.
Here’s Why Interest Rates on Cryptocurrencies Could Be a Game-Changer
The growth in crypto lending platforms is giving birth to a new type of valuation metric: interest rates.
When Money Becomes Programmable – Part 1
We may be moving us toward a model of programmable money that incorporates an automated internal governance of common resources and encourages collaboration among communities.
Alleged Crypto Capital Operator Faces New Wire Fraud Charge
Reginald Fowler, an alleged operator of Crypto Capital, was indicted on wire fraud Friday, adding to four previous charges he already faced.
Sweden’s Central Bank Finally Embraces DLT – But Only in Simulation Mode
Riksbank’s e-krona pilot will run on distributed ledger tech, but the entire project will be operated as only a simulation through at least 2021.
Why Today’s Crypto Exchange Leaders Are Powerful, but Not Inevitable
As crypto asks why prices shot down, the power and influence of exchanges are at the center of the conversation.
Wikipedia Co-Founder Says Crypto Integration Would be ‘Completely Insane’
Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales said Friday he has not seen a crypto use case convincing enough to integrate one into the platform.
The Internet Is a Luxury Not a Right: 30 Percent of Americans Still Don’t Have it
Ex-FCC senior staffer Gigi Sohn thinks that broadband connection is a right, not a privilege. But that doesn’t mean that she’s on board with all technological advancements.
Bitcoin News Roundup for Feb. 21, 2020
With the price of bitcoin bouncing in a range below $10,000, Markets Daily is back with another time saving crypto news roundup.
FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel: Restore Net Neutrality and Expand Internet to all
Jessica Rosenworcel, one of the five FCC commissioners, is fighting for the restoration of net neutrality and the expansion of broadband access for all those who want it.
‘Bullish’ Comments on Reddit a Potential Bitcoin Signal
Could bullish comments on Reddit serve as a momentum indicator for bitcoin? That’s what a recent graphic by startup ChartStar suggests.
Shopify Joins Libra Association
Shopify has joined the Libra Association.
Binance and Others Are Rushing to Provide Stablecoins to Nigerian Crypto Users
Here’s how crypto exchanges are on-boarding unbanked users in Nigeria.
JPEG on the Blockchain: Image Format Creator Believes Tech Can Fight Copyright Theft
A blockchain-based system might better flag fakes and prevent copyright violations, technical committee JPEG says.
The Domain Startups Building an Uncensorable Internet on Top of Ethereum
Last weekend at ETHDenver, decentralized internet alternatives were on display from projects leveraging blockchain’s censorship-resistant nature.
Binance Is Not Under Our Jurisdiction, Says Malta Regulator
The Malta Financial Services Authority has denied reports that Binance has ever fallen under local jurisdiction.
Fidelity International Invests $14M in Hong Kong Crypto Exchange Operator
Fidelity International, a spin-off of the U.S. financial services giant Fidelity Investments, has invested $14 million in Hong Kong-based BC Group, which operates crypto exchange OSL.
Bitcoin Chart Indicator Flips Bearish as Price Sees Weak Bounce From $9.4K
Bitcoin’s daily money flow index has turned bearish for the first time since early January, supporting the case for further price losses.
New Settlement Layer to Offer Asian Crypto Institutions Local Alternative to Silvergate Bank
The new settlement layer is intended save Asian institutional traders from taking the “scenic route” via U.S. banking regulations.