Analysts from Moody’s and JPMorgan hailed the exchange for its strong reputation but said it wouldn’t be enough to solve its profitability woes.
Bubble or a drop in the ocean? Putting Bitcoin’s $1 trillion milestone into perspective
Bitcoin is relatively small compared to stocks and real estate, and those holders might reinvest dividends in other assets.
Alive, Thriving and Totally Unauthorized: Inside the Underground Market for Telegram’s Cryptocurrency
Telegram forbade investors from selling their gram tokens before launch. Yet the secondary market for grams is lively – and rife with risk.
From Law to Lawlessness: Bits of the Untold QuadrigaCX Story
QuadrigaCX was once a well-run exchange but changed course overnight, writes a lawyer who represented the firm early on.
Bakkt Makes Initial Hiring Push for Bitcoin Futures Exchange
The hotly anticipated bitcoin futures platform plans to hire at least eight individuals in areas from sales to tech to finance.
Vermont Governor Signs Bill Clearing Way for Blockchain Companies
Vermont’s governor has signed a bill allowing for the creation of so-called “blockchain-based limited liability corporations,” public records show.
Cryptsy CEO Stole Millions From Exchange, Court Receiver Alleges
Cryptsy CEO Paul Vernon may have stolen as much as $3.3m from the digital currency exchange, according to new court documents.
Digital Currency Exchange Gatecoin Offline After Loss of Funds
Hong Kong-based digital currency exchange Gatecoin has reportedly experienced a hack, resulting in losses from its connected wallets.
Microsoft Adds Distributed Storage Blockchain to Azure
Distributed file storage startup Storj Labs is the latest blockchain service provider to join Microsoft’s blockchain offering.
Polish Exchanges Lose Payment Processors in Bitcoin Crackdown
Polish payment processors and at least one bank in the country have closed the accounts of local bitcoin exchanges.
MintPal Vows to Fight Former Moolah CEO in Court
Digital currency exchange MintPal is seeking control of customer funds allegedly held by former Moolah CEO Alex Green.
Moolah CEO Resigns Amid Growing Public Outcry, Criminal Allegations
The CEO of Moopay LTD, or Moolah, has resigned amid the company’s operational crisis and new allegations of fraud.
Bittylicious Extends Credit Card Payments to Altcoin Buyers
UK digital currency brokerage Bittylicious is now allowing altcoin buyers to pay with credit cards.
Mining Roundup: BBB Warning, Alpha Technology and a Pool Attack
CoinDesk looks at the latest manufacturer updates, a BBB advisory and a pool attack.
Thai Bitcoin Exchange Reopens with Enhanced Services
After a period of regulatory uncertainty, Bitcoin.co.th has relaunched as a full exchange.
CoinJar Launches Bitcoin Donation Drive for Teen Entrepreneur
The Australia-based exchange is giving a funding boost to an enterprising young farmer.
Decentralized Internet Project MaidSafe to Raise Funds via ‘Safecoin’ Sale
The organization working to create a decentralized Internet starts its native payment system with a crowd-sale starting tomorrow.
The CoinDesk Mining Roundup: Multipools, Doge on Amazon EC2 and 11GH/s USB Sticks
As the mining industry evolves, there are always new products and services hitting the market for enterprising cryptocurrency entrepreneurs.
BitAngels Closes 10,000 BTC Fund for Decentralised Applications
BitAngels has closed its first official fund, which focuses on investing in decentralised applications.
Cryptsy Founder Paul Vernon on Worthy Altcoins, Pre-Mining and Compliance
The exchange currently trades 157 cryptocurrencies and 70,000 active users, but it hasn’t added fiat currency – yet.