Bitcoin lacks clear bias today, but a decisive session in either direction would likely define the trend going forward.
China’s State Electricity Firm Eyes Blockchain to Decentralize Data Sharing
China State Grid Corporation, the country’s state-owned power utility, is looking to blockchain to advance its plans for an “Internet of Energy.”
Bank-Backed Hyperledger Is Slowly Opening to ICOs
Amidst a broad uptick in interest in crypto tokens, a technology platform built by some of the world’s biggest enterprises is adapting to the trend.
3.5 Million Traders: Japan Releases Domestic Cryptocurrency Statistics
Japan’s Financial Services Agency has published domestic cryptocurrency trading statistics for the first time.
ICE CEO Won’t ‘Rule Out’ Crypto Futures Launch
Intercontinental Exchange CEO Jeffrey Sprecher said cryptocurrency futures contracts may be offered in the future.
‘Bitcoin Day’ Proves Argentina’s Crypto Love Is Alive and Well
Argentina saw one of its largest-ever bitcoin events last week, one that showcased how it’s still a regional leader in promoting the technology.
<h1>Class Action Suit Against Nano Core Devs Calls For Hard Fork</h1>
XRB investors have sued Nano, the rebranded firm that issued those tokens, and requested that the company be ordered to execute a hard fork in order to restore stolen funds.
Crypto Exchange Gemini to Roll Out Bitcoin and Ether Block Trading
The exchange’s new feature will allow institutional investors to place large trades without driving prices up or down.
<h1>After Initial Snag, New Blockchain Investment Fund With Chinese State Ties Launches</h1>
After two failed starts by separate investment funds, a new Chinese blockchain innovation fund has solidified the nation’s long-term commitment to blockchain technology and has over a billion USD in government backing.
<h1>After Initial Snag, New Blockchain Investment Fund With Chinese State Ties Launches</h1>
After two failed starts by separate investment funds, a new Chinese blockchain innovation fund has solidified the nation’s long-term commitment to blockchain technology and has over a billion USD in government backing.
<h1>Gemini Support For Block Trading May Consolidate Cryptocurrency Markets</h1>
Gemini will soon facilitate block trading of digital assets. The service, which connects buyers and sellers of large quantities of digital assets, will operate separately from Gemini’s existing order books.
Coinbase Hires Facebook, Twitter Vet As Communications VP
The cryptocurrency exchange’s hiring spree continues with the naming of a new vice president of communications.
<h1>Plaza Hotel Sale Left In Doubt After Crypto Ploy Fails To Gain Traction</h1>
After making global headlines, a once-promising tokenization use case proposed by international investors seeking to purchase New York’s Plaza Hotel has stalled.
<h1>Cryptocurrency Subject To Income, Capital Gains Taxes In South Africa</h1>
SARS recently clarified that, for now, it will not be creating new tax rules for cryptocurrencies. Gains and losses will need to be reported as assets under existing laws.
500 Startups Backs $500k Seed Round for Stablecoin Project
Blockchain startup Stably has garnered $500,000 in seed funding to launch its stablecoin.
$125 Million Raised in Basecoin SAFT Sale, SEC Filing Shows
Basecoin developer Intangible Labs raised $125 million in a SAFT sale, SEC filings show.
<h1>NJ Bill Would Prohibit Certain Uses Of Customer Funds By Cryptocurrency Firms</h1>
A proposed law in New Jersey would make it illegal for firms holding cryptocurrency on the behalf of clients to lend out tokens in its custody.
<h1>Cryptocurrency Exchange Urdubit Shuts Down After Announcement From Pakistani Central Bank</h1>
On Friday, the State Bank of Pakistan prohibited regulated entities from facilitating cryptocurrency-related transactions. Within hours, Urdubit announced its closure.
Police Officers Charged in $1.3 Million Bitcoin Extortion Scheme
Ten Indian police officials have been charged with kidnapping and attempted extortion after allegedly forcing a victim to transfer 200 bitcoins.
Chile Is Using Ethereum’s Blockchain to Track Energy Data
The new energy minister has announced a project to commit a number of data sets to the public ledger, where they will be much harder to hack.