After this year’s wild market ride and many failed projects, what might cryptocurrency mean for money and finance in 2019 and beyond?
This Brazilian Bank Is Using Ethereum to Issue a Stablecoin
The Brazilian National Social Development Bank is to pilot a stablecoin based on ethereum to combat corruption.
Hong Kong Exchange ‘Hesitant’ to Approve Bitmain IPO, Says Source
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is reluctant to approve the IPO applications of Chinese bitcoin mining equipment manufacturers, according to a person involved in the talks.
The Intrinsic Value of Crypto (What the Bubble Hasn’t Changed)
The crypto bubble hasn’t altered the intrinsic value of crypto assets – but it should change our outlook on how they will evolve.
Exchanges, Startups Pick Sides After the Bitcoin Cash ‘Hash War’
The so-called “hash war” over the future of bitcoin cash is over and it’s up to market forces to decide the fate of its two rival cryptocurrencies.
Coinbase and the Awkwardness of Growing Up
Coinbase’s reveal of 31 tokens it’s considering listing sparked a flurry of controversy. The strategy makes business sense, but the communication raises questions.
Crypto is for Activists: Why We Need More Cypherpunks, Not Cypherposers
Bitcoin is activism, not a get rich quick scheme or a startup platform, says Lamassu’s Zach Harvey.
When There’s Blood in the Street (Why It’s Not Quite Time to Be Long Crypto)
Timothy Enneking is the founder and the primary principal of Digital Capital Management, LLC (DCM). ——————- Two members of the Rothschild family are credited, perhaps incorrectly, with the (in)famous quote regarding investing: “When there is blood in the street” (James in the mid-19th century and Nathan, after the battle of Waterloo). The family has been […]
Sephora Shoppers Are Getting Their First Bitcoin Using Crypto Startup Lolli
Sephora has joined the list of retailers at which shoppers can earn bitcoin rewards via the Lolli app.
SeedCX Exchange Is Barring Employees from Crypto Trading
Seed CX has one of the crypto industry’s strictest policies on employee trading. In a word: Don’t.
Binance Is Expanding Its Crypto Incubator to 5 New Cities
One goal of the incubator is to foster projects that could get their tokens listed on Binance’s exchange.
Blockstack Won’t Need to Sell Bitcoin or Ether to Survive Crypto Winter
Blockstack limited its access to funds raised last year, so it couldn’t spend faster than it gained traction. Now that’s paying off.
Crypto 2018 Was a Tale Told By An Idiot – But It Doesn’t Have to Signify Nothing
Culturally broken? A frustrated crypto entrepreneur argues 2018 was a money grab filled with broken promises.
Romper Room to White Linen: Saying Goodbye to Crypto’s Infant Anarchy
As the crypto markets have matured, they’ve seen increasing acceptance with traditional finance and regulators, but there’s still a way to go.
Cheap Power Is Luring Battered Bitcoin Miners to Iran
Some crypto miners are looking to Iran for its low-cost power – but the path to setting up shop in the country is anything but simple.
Panic Mode? What a Wall Street Chart Tells Us About Bitcoin’s Price
Hope, euphoria or panic? What the “Wall Street Cheat Sheet” can tell us about the current state of the bitcoin market.
Not Everyone Wants a Bitcoin ETF
Despite the hype, some experts believe a bitcoin ETF wouldn’t have much long-term impact on the broader market.
Crypto Trading Platform ErisX Hires Serial Exchange Founder Matt Trudeau
Matt Trudeau, who has overseen some 10 global market launches, has joined crypto trading firm ErisX as chief strategy officer.
Vertcoin’s Struggle Is Everyone’s Struggle
Despite the devastating 51 percent attack on Vertcoin, ASIC-resistance is a goal worth fighting for.
2019 Will Be a Big Year for Stablecoins
2019 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for innovation in the stablecoin sphere, writes the CEO of crypto trading firm XBTO.