Bitrue was hacked early Thursday morning for over $4 million in XRP and cardano. Users who experienced losses will be refunded, it says.
CoinMarketCap Makes First Acquisition to Further Improve Crypto Data Offering
The data provider is snapping up a firm building algorithms said to provide a “true price” for cryptocurrencies.
Six Arrested Over Cloned Crypto Exchange That Stole €24 Million
Europol and police agencies have busted a cloned exchange operation that stole over $27 million in bitcoin from thousands of victims.
Opera’s Browser With Built-In Crypto Wallet Launches for iPhones
Opera’s ethereum and dapp-focused wallet is now available in the latest iOS version of its browser app.
Walmart China Teams with VeChain, PwC on Blockchain Food Safety Platform
Walmart China has launched a blockchain-based platform aimed to address food safety concerns in the country.
Swiss Central Banker ‘Relaxed’ About Facebook’s Libra Crypto
A Swiss central banker has suggested that Facebook’s cryptocurrency project, Libra, is not ruffling any feathers with the regulator, Reuters reports.
JPMorgan to Start Customer Trials of Its ‘JPM Coin’ Crypto
JPMorgan Chase is reportedly to start client trials of its “JPM Coin” cryptocurrency for intercompany remittances.
Russia May Allow Crypto Trading in Upcoming Legislation: Official
As Russia’s cryptocurrency bill inches towards being finalized, a government official has suggested that trading might be allowed.
SWIFT Gives Blockchain Platforms Access to ‘Instant’ GPI Payments Following R3 Trial
Interbank messaging giant SWIFT will soon allow DLT-based trade platforms to make use of its GPI platform for traceable, near-instant payments.
BIS Wants ‘Level Playing Field’ for Banks Amid Threat From Firms Like Facebook
The Bank for International Settlements has expressed concerns over the expected disruption as big tech firms like Facebook enter the financial space.
G7 Forming Task Force in Response Facebook’s Libra Cryptocurrency
France is setting up a task force within the Group of Seven nations to examine regulatory issues raised by Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency.
Crypto Mining Giant Bitmain Said to Be Planning US IPO: Bloomberg
Bitmain Technologies Ltd. is said to be relaunching its initial public offering (IPO) plans, but this time in the U.S. instead of Hong Kong.
NEM Launches Development Studio Ahead of Major Blockchain Upgrade
The NEM blockchain project is launching a development studio to support its move towards a major protocol upgrade later in 2019.
Japan Watchdog Orders Improvements After Fisco Crypto Exchange ‘Violations’
Fisco, owner of the Zaif crypto exchange, is being forced to upgrade its management systems after an investigation by Japan’s financial watchdog.
IBM Unveils Upgraded 2.0 Version of Enterprise Blockchain
The IBM Blockchain Platform has just been revamped, adding flexibility for deployment in different environments and new tools.
Nouriel Roubini Says Facebook’s GlobalCoin Has ‘Nothing to Do With Crypto’
Noted economist Nouriel Roubini has said Facebook’s soon-to-be unveiled cryptocurrency is not really crypto or blockchain.
Russia’s Central Bank Is Considering Launching a Digital Currency
The head of Russia’s central bank has said the institution is investigating the possible future launch of a digital currency.
Russian Hackers May Have Carried Out Largest Ever Crypto Exchange Theft
Russian hackers, not North Korean, may be the bad actors behind probably the biggest ever theft from a cryptocurrency exchange.
Korean Crypto Exchanges Update T&Cs to Accept Liability for Hacks
Five South Korean crypto exchanges have been forced to update their terms and conditions to accept liability for potential hacks and service issues.
Jack Dorsey Hints at How Square Crypto May Help With Bitcoin Development
Twitter and Square CEO Jack Dorsey has revealed more details about the role Square Crypto might play in boosting bitcoin development.