An official with Russia’s central bank has said that a proposed pan-EAEU payments network could be launched on an Ethereum-based platform.
OKEx Denies Manipulation Claims After Bitcoin Futures Rollback
Hong Kong-based crypto exchange OKEx is saying it had no role in its exchange’s irregularity from last week.
<h1>AUSTRAC Publishes New Rules For Australian Digital Currency Exchanges</h1>
Australia’s financial intelligence agency published new regulatory stipulations today for digital currency exchanges operating within the island nation.
E-Commerce Giant Alibaba Blasts ‘Alibabacoin’ in Trademark Lawsuit
Chinese multinational Alibaba is suing a Dubai-based firm who allegedly used the company’s branding to promote and profit from an ICO.
Justice Department Charges Founders of Mayweather-Backed ICO
Federal authorities have charged the founders of Centra Tech with securities and wire fraud, shortly after their ICO was shut down by the SEC.
Korea’s Crypto Exchanges Pledge Market Cleanup
While the crypto market has seen a major correction recently, Korean exchanges show future optimism and double down on self-regulation efforts.
Bitmain Confirms Release of First Ethereum ASIC Miners
Bitcoin mining hardware firm Bitmain unveiled its long-rumored ethereum mining tech on Monday.
Down 50%: Q1 Was Bitcoin’s Second Worst Quarter Ever
Bitcoin fell by 50 percent in the first three months of 2018 – a drop that marks the cryptocurrency’s worst Q1 performance on record.
Liechtenstein to Avoid ‘Excessive’ Blockchain Regulation: Prime Minister
Liechtenstein’s government is drafting blockchain legislation, but will not be heavy-handed, Prime Minister Adrian Hasler has told CoinDesk.
Don’t Forget the ‘Other’ Cryptocurrency Tax
If cryptocurrency gains acceptance as a means of exchange, it’s sure to raise the ire of governments hungry for revenue from sales taxes.
Japanese Brokerage Firm May Acquire Hacked Coincheck Exchange
Tokyo-based cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck, which suffered a major hack early this year, may soon be under new management, reports say.
Acid Test: Bitcoin Must Break $7,800 for Bull Reversal
Bitcoin’s recovery is gathering pace, but only an upside break of the falling channel would confirm a bullish trend reversal
New AML Rules for Australia’s Bitcoin Exchanges Kick In Today
Australia’s cryptocurrency exchanges must now follow new rules aimed to counter money laundering and terrorism financing.
Bitcoin’s Lightning Network Is Being Attacked for Its Own Good
The lightning network is under attack. But it’s not money attackers are after, they say, but a robust, secure lightning network for the future.
Messaging Giant Line to Launch South Korean Blockchain Subsidiary
Japan-based social messaging platform Line is launching a blockchain-focused subsidiary in South Korea.
How Active Crypto Traders Can Save on US Taxes
Active crypto traders can qualify for trader tax status (TTS) to deduct business and home-office expenses. And there might be an additional benefit.
Report: 9 Cryptocurrency Hedge Funds Have Closed in 2018
Bloomberg reported Monday that nine cryptocurrency hedge funds have shut down in the first quarter of 2018.
<h1>Google To Remove And Ban Cryptocurrency Mining Extensions From Web Store</h1>
Announced today, Google will no longer feature extensions that contain cryptocurrency mining scripts in its Chrome Web Store.
<h1>Happy April Fool’s Day From The Ethereum Foundation: WTF Stablecoin And ETH Hardcap</h1>
Ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin used April Fool’s day to indulge himself in some ecosystem humor that some mistook for actual fact … Silly Ether Bunny, tricks are for kids!
SEC Halts Mayweather-Backed ICO Over Alleged Fraud
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has halted the Floyd Mayweather-supported Centra Tech initial coin offering.