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Student Faces Charges for Stealing $5 Million in Crypto via “SIM Jacking”

Motherboard has reportedly obtained court documents pertaining to the arrest of Joel Ortiz, a 20-year-old from Boston, who is accused of stealing $5 million USD in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Mr. Ortiz and his currently unidentified accomplices stole crypto from roughly 40 victims through a hacking technique known as “SIM jacking.” Also Read: Archaeologists Argue Micronesian […] Student Faces Charges for Stealing $5 Million in Crypto via “SIM Jacking” is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

In Its First Public Acquisition, Binance Buys Decentralized Trust Wallet

Leading crypto exchange Binance makes its first public acquisition, buying Ethereum and ERC20 mobile wallet Trust Wallet. Major crypto exchange Binance has made its first public acquisition, having bought Trust Wallet, according to an announcement July 31. Launched in 2017, U.S.-based Trust Wallet is an open source, anonymous, and decentralized wallet that supports Ethereum (ETH) […] In Its First Public Acquisition, Binance Buys Decentralized Trust Wallet was first seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Paul Krugman is Wrong Again

Paul Krugman, the famed economist who’s made a career out of being wrong about things, is wrong again. That in itself is no more surprising than the fact that his latest op-ed takes aim at his favorite bête noire – bitcoin. The surprising part is that Krugman has resorted to the same hackneyed arguments he […] Paul Krugman is Wrong Again was first seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Asset Management Firm Northern Trust to Start Crypto Custody Business

Chicago-based asset management firm Northern Trust Corp. is looking to begin a custody service for digital assets such as cryptocurrencies. Northern Trust Corp., a leading global asset management firm with $954 billion in total assets under management, is planning to start a custody service for digital assets, Bloomberg reported July 31. The company’s head of […] The following blog post Asset Management Firm Northern Trust to Start Crypto Custody Business was first published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Why Tokenization Is Still a Chimera: Expert Take

Does the on-chain tokenization of real assets and private equities bring more advantages or more problems? In our Expert Takes, opinion leaders from inside and outside the crypto industry express their views, share their experience and give professional advice. Expert Takes cover everything from blockchain technology and ICO funding to taxation, regulation and cryptocurrency adoption […] Why Tokenization Is Still a Chimera: Expert Take was first published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

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Market infrastructure provider CLS, nine financial institutions and IBM are collaborating on a proof-of-concept (PoC) for LedgerConnect, a distributed ledger technology (DLT) platform designed to enable banks, financial institutions, fintechs and software vendors to share and deploy applications and services hosted on a shared distributed ledger network. LedgerConnect, which will operate on a single, enterprise-grade […] The blog post Image by Zapp2Photo via Shutterstock.com is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

75% of Millennials are More Likely to Date Someone Who is Into Bitcoin

A recently conducted study has reportedly found that 75% of millennials would be more likely to date someone who possesses knowledge about cryptocurrencies. The survey comes amid apparently increasing fascination with millenials’ views regarding cryptocurrencies. Also Read: Kim Kardashian Receives Her First Bitcoin Surveys Probe Millennials’ Views on Crypto An increasing number of companies have published […] The article 75% of Millennials are More Likely to Date Someone Who is Into Bitcoin is available on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Huobi Lists Verge (XVG), Price Increases: Getting the Ball Rolling

In a sea of sellers, a light has been cast on Verge (XVG). Huobi lists Verge, as announced Tuesday, causing the altcoin to increase nearly 5%. Here’s what we know. Huobi Lists Verge: Deposits Now, Trading Tomorrow! On July 31st, Huobi announced the listing of XVG as a trading pair. According to the post, deposits are currently […] The blog post Huobi Lists Verge (XVG), Price Increases: Getting the Ball Rolling is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

More Than a Ledger: How Blockchains Will Democratize Wealth

To Mark Pascall, co-founder of BlockchainLabs New Zealand (NZ) and president of the Blockchain Association NZ, the blockchain space is more than just a new technology layer, it’s a “fundamentally different way for organizations and societies to operate.” It represents a historical reversal of the movement toward an evermore centralized society. “The major problem is […] The blog post More Than a Ledger: How Blockchains Will Democratize Wealth is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Behlendorf: Google Can Benefit From “High-Velocity Development on Fabric”

Google is the latest tech giant to offer blockchain technology to its customers. The company announced that it would be introducing open-source integrations for applications built with both Ethereum and Hyperledger later this year through its Google Cloud Product marketplace. Speaking with Bitcoin Magazine, executive director of Hyperledger Brian Behlendorf explains, “This decision follows a […] Behlendorf: Google Can Benefit From “High-Velocity Development on Fabric” was originally published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Fintech Firm Billon Partners With FIS to Explore Blockchain Tech Solutions

Billon and FIS have signed a Letter of Intent to explore blockchain integration for the global financial markets. UK fintech firm Billon has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with international financial services tech provider Fidelity National Information Services Inc. (FIS) to integrate blockchain tech solutions, according to a July 31 press release. Billon refers […] The following article Fintech Firm Billon Partners With FIS to Explore Blockchain Tech Solutions is republished from: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Thomson Reuters Partners With CryptoCompare to Track 50 Crypto Assets

Thomson Reuters will use CryptoCompare to track digital asset data on its Eikon platform. Canadian mass media and information company Thomson Reuters has announced a crypto asset data partnership with cryptocurrency tracking resource CryptoCompare, according to a July 31 press release. As the press release explains, CryptoCompare will now provide order book and trade data […] The article Thomson Reuters Partners With CryptoCompare to Track 50 Crypto Assets was first published to: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Major Swiss Online Bank Posts Soaring Profits After Offering Clients Crypto Investing

Switzerland-based online banking service provider Swissquote has seen a 44% surge in profits in the first half of 2018, an uplift imputed to the “crypto boom” earlier this year. Online banking service provider Swissquote has seen a 44 percent surge in profits in the first half of 2018, an uplift attributed to the “crypto boom” […] Major Swiss Online Bank Posts Soaring Profits After Offering Clients Crypto Investing was originally published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

China: World’s Fourth Largest Bank by Assets Trials Blockchain Loans Backed by Land

One of China’s “Big Four” banks has piloted a blockchain loans network in the Guizhou province. The Agricultural Bank of China (ABC), the world’s fourth-largest bank by assets, has issued its first loan on blockchain, local news outlet Financial News reported July 31. State-owned ABC, which counts itself among China’s “Big Four” lenders, revealed it […] The following article China: World’s Fourth Largest Bank by Assets Trials Blockchain Loans Backed by Land was first published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Litecoin Creator Charlie Lee to Advise HTC Crypto-Friendly Smartphone Development Team

Charlie Lee announced HTC’s new blockchain-compatible smartphone will have native support for Litecoin and Lightning Network, adding that he was joining the HTC Exodus development team as an advisor. Initially Lee tweeted the news on July 29 with HTC confirming the announcement Monday, saying the team was “honored” to get Litecoin creator onboard. Met the […] The following article Litecoin Creator Charlie Lee to Advise HTC Crypto-Friendly Smartphone Development Team is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Australian Government Awards Grant to Blockchain Project for Sustainable Sugar

The Australian government has funded an initiative to ensure the provenance of sustainable sugar supplies using blockchain technology. The Australian government has granted A$2.25 million ($1.7 million) to the Sustainable Sugar Project, Foodnavigator-Asia reports July 30. The Sustainable Sugar Project, led by the Queensland Cane Growers Organization, will use blockchain technology to track the provenance […] The post Australian Government Awards Grant to Blockchain Project for Sustainable Sugar is courtesy of: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Washington Utility Stops Accepting Applications for Crypto Mining

A Washington customer-owned utilities company has stopped accepting applications for electricity use for crypto mining and related blockchain operations. A customer-owned utilities company in rural Washington has stopped accepting applications for electricity from crypto mining and similar blockchain operations, the Seattle Times reported July 30. The Franklin Public Utility District commissioners (PUD) have approved a […] Washington Utility Stops Accepting Applications for Crypto Mining is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Indie Game Delisted From Steam Marketplace for Alleged Cryptojacking and Scams

The Steam platform has removed a game from its store for hijacking users’ computers to mine cryptocurrency. Valve Corporation has removed a game from its video game marketplace Steam that allegedly hijacked users’ computers to mine cryptocurrency, Motherboard reported July 30. The Steam game store has delisted Abstractism, an indie game accused of deceptive practices […] The article Indie Game Delisted From Steam Marketplace for Alleged Cryptojacking and Scams is republished from: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

New Extradition Request Complicates Case of Bitcoin Fraud Suspect Alexander Vinnik

A Greek court has accepted a Russian request to extradite Alexander Vinnik, complicating his case as France and the U.S. also vie for his extradition. A Greek court has accepted a Russian request to extradite Bitcoin (BTC) fraud suspect Alexander Vinnik, complicating subsequent international litigation, the Associated Press reported July 30. A panel of senior […] New Extradition Request Complicates Case of Bitcoin Fraud Suspect Alexander Vinnik was originally published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Blockchain on Campus: Universities Finding Their Role as Researcher and Promoter

University blockchain research groups are increasing, and they promote crypto almost as much as they study it. The views expressed here are the author’s own and do not necessarily represent the views of Cointelegraph.com Blockchains and cryptocurrencies are still young. The ones in actual operation still have a range of teething problems and weaknesses, while they […] Blockchain on Campus: Universities Finding Their Role as Researcher and Promoter was first seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Archaeologists Argue Micronesian Stone Money Comprises Bitcoin Predecessor

Archaeologists are arguing that a pre-modern stone money used by Micronesian islanders resembles a precursor to bitcoin and distributed ledger technology. Also Read: Largest Cannabis Community Market in Israel to Accept Bitcoin Payments Archaeologists Highlight Similarities Between Micronesian Stone Money and Bitcoin Scott Fitzpatrick, an archaeologist at the University of Oregon in Eugene, has argued that […] Archaeologists Argue Micronesian Stone Money Comprises Bitcoin Predecessor is available on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Chamber of Digital Commerce Proposes Guidelines for ‘Responsible’ Crypto Market Growth

The Chamber of Digital Commerce Token Alliance has released a report proposing guidelines and principles for “responsible” crypto market growth. The Chamber of Digital Commerce Token Alliance has released a collaborative report of proposed guidelines for “responsible growth” of the cryptocurrency market, according to their July 30 press release. The Chamber of Digital Commerce is […] The following blog post Chamber of Digital Commerce Proposes Guidelines for ‘Responsible’ Crypto Market Growth was first published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Bitcoin Cash, EOS, Litecoin, Cardano, Stellar, IOTA, TRON: Price Analysis, July 30

With the debate over the importance of a Bitcoin ETF approval still raging on, how are the markets reacting? The views and opinions expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cointelegraph.com. Every investment and trading move involves risk, you should conduct your own research when making […] Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Bitcoin Cash, EOS, Litecoin, Cardano, Stellar, IOTA, TRON: Price Analysis, July 30 was originally published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

An Australian Blockchain Experiment: Tracking Global Almond Shipments

Following a successful 2016 trial of blockchain technology in an interbank open account transaction, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has partnered with five international and Australian companies to ship 17 tonnes of almonds from Melbourne, Australia, to Hamburg, Germany, using a new distributed ledger platform built on the Ethereum blockchain. The Experiment Originating in […] An Australian Blockchain Experiment: Tracking Global Almond Shipments was originally seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Football Team in Gibraltar to Pay Its Players in Cryptocurrency

Gibraltar just scored a major unexpected goal in the great tournament to be known as the most Bitcoin-friendly jurisdiction in Europe. A local football team made international sports headlines for deciding to pay its players with cryptocurrency. Also Read: Banks Don’t Really Want to Use ‘Blockchain’ for FX Settlement After All Gibraltar United to Pay […] Football Team in Gibraltar to Pay Its Players in Cryptocurrency is available on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Smart Dubai and DIFC Courts Partner to Explore Blockchain-Powered Judiciary

The Dubai International Financial Centre Courts and Smart Dubai have partnered to develop a “Court of the Blockchain” that would harness the tech for the judiciary. The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts and Smart Dubai have announced their partnership to develop a “Court of the Blockchain,” for streamlining the legal system, local news outlet […] Smart Dubai and DIFC Courts Partner to Explore Blockchain-Powered Judiciary is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Chamber of Digital Commerce Sets Out ICO and Token Guidelines

The Chamber of Digital Commerce’s Token Alliance is producing a new group of guidelines built to help the cryptocurrency and initial coin offering (ICO) markets grow responsibly. Released today as a whitepaper, the report is entitled “Understanding Digital Tokens: Market Overviews & Guidelines for Policymakers & Practitioners.” The paper will specifically pertain to “utility tokens,” […] Chamber of Digital Commerce Sets Out ICO and Token Guidelines is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Novogratz’s Crypto Bank Galaxy Digital to Start Trading Aug. 1 on Canadian Exchange

Crypto-focused merchant bank, Galaxy Digital LP, is set to begin trading on Canada’s TSX Venture Exchange on August 1st. Mike Novogratz’s crypto-focused merchant bank, Galaxy Digital LP, is set to begin trading on Canada’s TSX Venture Exchange on August 1, Bloomberg reports July 30. The New-York headquartered firm will reportedly trade on the TSX Venture […] Novogratz’s Crypto Bank Galaxy Digital to Start Trading Aug. 1 on Canadian Exchange was originally seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

P2P Network to Stop Private Data Breaches and Censorship Via New Protocol, DApp Platform

sponsored A digital cooperative community aims to give users complete control over their personal information, eliminating censorship and obstruction by governments and large companies. A major cryptocurrency exchange says the world is on the brink of a data crisis, and is launching a digital cooperative designed to give users total control over their personal information. […] The following post P2P Network to Stop Private Data Breaches and Censorship Via New Protocol, DApp Platform is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

DSTOQ mobile app

DSTOQ, a licensed, decentralized stock exchange for trading security tokens, has come out of stealth mode and launched its minimum viable product (MVP), the company said on Monday. The first version of the DSTOQ platform, which allows users to invest in real-world assets including equity, bonds and gold using cryptocurrency, runs on the Stellar blockchain […] The following article DSTOQ mobile app was first seen on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Fatfish Internet Group: Markets Could ‘Accept’ Bitcoin ETF Within ‘Couple Of Months’

Fatfish Internet Group’s CEO is confident in both Bitcoin’s price increase lasting and the potential for markets to open up to an ETF. Global markets will be “ready to accept” a Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) in as soon as a “couple of months,” Fatfish Internet Group CEO Kin-Wai Lau told CNBC on July 29. […] Fatfish Internet Group: Markets Could ‘Accept’ Bitcoin ETF Within ‘Couple Of Months’ was first published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Largest Movie Theater Chain in Thailand Going Crypto

Thailand’s largest movie theater chain, Major Cineplex, is reportedly integrating crypto payments to allow customers to pay for its services and products with cryptocurrency, including movie tickets and popcorn. Thailand recently began regulating crypto businesses. This week, the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission started accepting license applications from crypto operators. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance […] The following article Largest Movie Theater Chain in Thailand Going Crypto was originally published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Mining Round-Up: Sky Mining CEO Flees with $35 Million, Texas Attracts Miners

In recent mining news, it has been alleged that the CEO of Vietnam-based Sky Mining has fled the country with $35 million USD in investor funds in his possession. Meanwhile, in the US, Tmgcore has acquired a 100-megawatt data center in Dallas, Texas, and local media have reported that Bitmain will open a mining facility […] Mining Round-Up: Sky Mining CEO Flees with $35 Million, Texas Attracts Miners is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Largest Cannabis Community Market in Israel to Accept Bitcoin Payments

Before it was turned into an investment asset, the invention of Bitcoin promised to usher in a world where anyone can pay for anything they like without a need for getting prior approval from the powers that be. The demand for uncensorable transactions still exists, and the latest example of this comes from Israel where […] The following article Largest Cannabis Community Market in Israel to Accept Bitcoin Payments is republished from: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Arrington XRP Capital Owns More BTC Than Ripple

During a recent interview with CNBC Crypto Trader’s Ran Neu-Ner, Michael Arrington of Arrington XRP Capital revealed that his fund owns more BTC than XRP, and discussed the company’s decision to denominate in XRP. Also Read: Huobi Informs Users on Decision to Launch P2P Trading in India Arrington XRP Capital’s Exposure to XRP is “3 – […] The blog post Arrington XRP Capital Owns More BTC Than Ripple is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Total Market Cap See Slight Decline, Bitcoin Keeps Holding Its Position

Total market cap is slightly down, while nine out of the top ten coins by market cap show slight green. Sunday, July 29: crypto markets have seen diverging trends over a 24 hour period, with nine out of the ten top cryptocurrencies by market cap slightly in the green, according to Coinmarketcap. Market visualization from […] Total Market Cap See Slight Decline, Bitcoin Keeps Holding Its Position was first published to: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Flow and Cryptomkt Enable Crypto Payments at 5000+ Stores

Cryptocurrency exchange Cryptomkt has partnered with Chilean payment platform Flow to allow customers to pay with three cryptocurrencies at over 5,000 stores. The announcement follows two Chilean courts ruling that banks must reopen the accounts of crypto exchanges they previously closed. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space 5,000+ Stores Accept Cryptocurrencies Cryptocurrency […] Flow and Cryptomkt Enable Crypto Payments at 5000+ Stores is available on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

Six Tools Used by Hackers to Steal Cryptocurrency: How to Protect Wallets

Every year, thousands of users become victims of hacking attacks by voluntarily sending fraudsters $200 millions of dollars in cryptocurrency. Why does this happen and what are the possible solutions? In the early July, it was reported that Bleeping Computer detected suspicious activity targeted at defrauding 2.3 million Bitcoin wallets, which they found to be […] The article Six Tools Used by Hackers to Steal Cryptocurrency: How to Protect Wallets is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Capitalise CEO and Co-Founder Shahar Rubin on Simplifying Trading Algorithms

If there is a single shared experience beginners and new traders have when entering the cryptocurrency world, it’s usually the overwhelming complexity of getting anything done. From buying their first bitcoin or conducting their first altcoin trade, newcomers are likely going to encounter several hazy areas. While the total market size of complex blockchain-based projects […] The blog post Capitalise CEO and Co-Founder Shahar Rubin on Simplifying Trading Algorithms is available on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Binance Labs Announces Partnership With Libra Credit

Binance Labs, the investment wing of the leading cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, has announced that it has invested in Libra Credit – “a decentralized digital asset financial services platform.” The partnership will allow holders of Binance’s native token, Binance Coin (BNB), to use their BNB as collateral for loans in crypto or fiat currency. Also Read: Pantera […] Binance Labs Announces Partnership With Libra Credit was originally published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

FX Settlement Provider CLS Begins Final Testing for Blockchain Payment Banking Service

FX markets settlement provider CLS is expected to launch its blockchain-powered payment service for banks later this summer. Forex exchange (FX) settlement giant CLS is in the final stages of testing its blockchain payment service for banks, Financial News reported July 27. The service is reportedly set to be launched later this summer, with at […] FX Settlement Provider CLS Begins Final Testing for Blockchain Payment Banking Service is republished from: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

The Weekly: Muskbots Blocked, US Candidate Accepts Bitcoin, Herd of Institutional Investors

In this week’s daily editions of Bitcoin in Brief, we reported about Twitter blocking ETH scambots mimicking Elon Musk, a US presidential candidate who accepts crypto donations, the expected arrival of a ‘herd of institutional investors’ and much more. The most commented-on article during the week covered the latest development of the ongoing legal battle […] The blog post The Weekly: Muskbots Blocked, US Candidate Accepts Bitcoin, Herd of Institutional Investors is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Russian Shipwreck and ‘Treasure’ Linked to Crypto Exchange

A South Korean firm claimed to have found the wreck of a Russian warship sunk in 1905 with $130 billion worth of gold on board. The cruiser and its treasure are linked to a crypto exchange and token which the firm reportedly promised to distribute to anyone signing up with the exchange. As the country’s […] The following blog post Russian Shipwreck and ‘Treasure’ Linked to Crypto Exchange is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Rare: Bitcoin Mining Company Cleared of Wrongdoing by Regulator

The Securities Commissioner of South Carolina dismissed its previous order of nearly half a year ago against Genesis Mining. It’s rare, and some say this is a first for the state, as the Commissioner hasn’t previously withdrawn such an order. The company plans to resume services in the United States as a result. The case also […] The blog post Rare: Bitcoin Mining Company Cleared of Wrongdoing by Regulator was first published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Bitflyer Cracks Down on Market Manipulation – Coincheck Eyes August Relaunch

Japan’s largest crypto exchange, Bitflyer, may freeze accounts caught manipulating prices. Meanwhile, GMO Internet has released quarterly earnings for its crypto exchange subsidiary, currently looking to borrow some BTC from customers. In addition, Coincheck plans to reopen next month after it was hacked earlier this year. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space […] The article Bitflyer Cracks Down on Market Manipulation – Coincheck Eyes August Relaunch is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Libertarian Hotspot the Free Keene Project Bolsters More Crypto-Adoption

The Free Keene Project, a growing community of libertarians and cryptocurrency proponents, has announced the region now has a dentist, Indian restaurant, hair salon, and vape shop that accept cryptocurrencies. Also Read: Markets Update: Crypto-Prices See Some Recovery After the Dip The Free Keene Project Manages to Persuade a Slew of Mom-n-Pop Shops to Accept Cryptocurrencies […] Libertarian Hotspot the Free Keene Project Bolsters More Crypto-Adoption is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

The Story of How Bitcoin Was Compromised

Cryptocurrency is to money what the internet is to information. It is a powerful and potent technology, with the power to transform the world. It is an evolutionary tool in the sense that it is already propelling humanity forward. Crypto will help human beings abolish banks, governments, and other organizations with single points of failure. […] The Story of How Bitcoin Was Compromised was first published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Deep Web Roundup: BCH Adoption Increases and Dread Rises

The specter of the deep web looms large over everything bitcoin does. You won’t hear it mentioned by VCs funding blockchain startups, or by options exchanges applying for bitcoin ETFs, but the darknet is the reason we’re all here. A periodic glance into the latest from the deep web provides an insight into the underbelly […] The following article Deep Web Roundup: BCH Adoption Increases and Dread Rises was first published to: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

Report: 3 Million Brits Invested in Crypto via Exchanges, Few Sought Advice

According to a new study, about 3 million British investors have put money into crypto through online trading platforms and only 5 percent of them have been advised by professionals. The survey also found that 2.5 million Brits have casually invested in cryptocurrency without fully understanding it. Also read: Crowd Psychology Driving BTC Prices, Finance […] The following article Report: 3 Million Brits Invested in Crypto via Exchanges, Few Sought Advice is republished from: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Pantera Capital Reports Lifetime Return of More Than 10,000%

Major cryptocurrency investment firm, Pantera Capital, has reported a lifetime return of more than 10,000% on its fund. The company has announced the impressive return in celebration of its five-year anniversary. Also Read: Markets Update: Crypto-Prices See Some Recovery After the Dip Pantera Reports Fund has Generated 10,000% Return Over 5 Years It has been reported […] The post Pantera Capital Reports Lifetime Return of More Than 10,000% was originally published to: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

New Gallup Poll Shows Only 2% of US Investors Own Bitcoin, But 26% Are ‘Intrigued’

New Gallup poll finds most U.S. investors will not be investing in the cryptocurrency any time soon, though there is still interest. The results of a Wells Fargo/Gallup poll published July 27 finds that only two percent of U.S. investors own Bitcoin, but 26 percent are intrigued by it. The online survey was conducted May […] The following blog post New Gallup Poll Shows Only 2% of US Investors Own Bitcoin, But 26% Are ‘Intrigued’ was first seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Telegram Reveals Personal ID Verification Tool for Sharing Data with ‘Finance, ICOs’

The crypto industry’s go-to messenger app Telegram launches an encrypted personal identification tool, Telegram Passport. The crypto and blockchain industry’s go-to encrypted messenger app Telegram has released a personal identification authorization tool, according to an official statement published July 26. The tool, dubbed Telegram Passport, reportedly encrypts a user’s personal ID information and let’s users […] Telegram Reveals Personal ID Verification Tool for Sharing Data with ‘Finance, ICOs’ was originally seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Remittance Firm Transfergo Launches Cryptocurrency Trading

In a recent interview, Daumantas Dvilinskas, the founder and chief executive officer of Transfergo, a U.K.-based remittance firm that processes 1 million transactions each year on average, discussed the company’s decision to launch a cryptocurrency trading facility. Also Read: Bitcoin Mining News: Brookstone to Build Wind Farm in Morocco, Québec Increases Rates Transfergo Launches Cryptocurrency Trading […] The following article Remittance Firm Transfergo Launches Cryptocurrency Trading was first published on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Markets Update: Crypto-Prices See Some Recovery After the Dip

Digital assets, this weekend, have recovered a touch after a temporary price dip that started roughly 48 hours ago but crypto-values have rebounded once again on July 27. This Saturday, all 1600+ digital currencies are seeing slight gains as the entire cryptocurrency market capitalization at the start of the weekend is around $297.9Bn USD, with […] The blog post Markets Update: Crypto-Prices See Some Recovery After the Dip is available on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

The Daily: US Presidential Candidate Accepts Bitcoin, Kickico Hacked – $7.7M Stolen

US presidential candidate, Andrew Yang (D), has announced that his campaign for the 2020 election is now accepting cryptocurrency donations. Also in the Daily, Chinese social network, Tianya, is about to issue a native token, and the Kickico project has been hacked – resulting in the loss of $7.7 million USD worth of tokens due […] The blog post The Daily: US Presidential Candidate Accepts Bitcoin, Kickico Hacked – $7.7M Stolen was originally seen on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Bitcoin Mining News: Brookstone to Build Wind Farm in Morocco, Québec Increases Rates

In recent mining news, Brookstone Partners has announced its intention to build a 900-megawatt wind farm in Dakhla, Morocco, Hydro-Québec has been given permission to charge cryptocurrency miners increased rates, and DMG has begun installing its 85-megawatt substation in Canada. Also Read: Crowd Psychology Driving BTC Prices, Finance Experts Say Brookstone Partners Plans 900 MW Wind […] The blog post Bitcoin Mining News: Brookstone to Build Wind Farm in Morocco, Québec Increases Rates is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

G20 Hears Out Multiple Crypto Reports in July, Waiting for FATF to Test Its Standards by October

July’s data collecting deadline for the G20 has come, and they were greeted with a host of information from a number of different committees and commissions. The G20, after it was called upon by France’s finance minister Bruno Le Maire to have a public debate about cryptocurrencies at the G20 Summit in Buenos Aires, made […] The blog post G20 Hears Out Multiple Crypto Reports in July, Waiting for FATF to Test Its Standards by October was originally published on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

PR: Coinloan Opens Platform to Bridge Gap Between Lenders and Borrower

This is a paid press release, which contains forward looking statements, and should be treated as advertising or promotional material. Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product/service. Bitcoin.com is not responsible for or liable for any content, accuracy or quality within the press release. CoinLoan, an Estonia-based startup, has launched a crypto-to-fiat lending platform […] PR: Coinloan Opens Platform to Bridge Gap Between Lenders and Borrower is available on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Nasdaq Holds a Closed-Door Meeting to Discuss Cryptocurrencies Legitimization

The road to shaking its history of shady transactions and fraud is proving long for cryptocurrencies, but Nasdaq Inc. thinks it can help get the industry on the path to legitimacy. As Bloomberg reports, Nasdaq hosted a closed-door meeting earlier this week in Chicago with representatives from about half a dozen companies, including traditional exchanges […] The following blog post Nasdaq Holds a Closed-Door Meeting to Discuss Cryptocurrencies Legitimization was first published to: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Giant Bitcoin Merchant Bank Posts Losses Over $130 Million

Galaxy Digital, one of the earliest and largest cryptocurrency merchant banks in the space, founded by billionaire Mike Novogratz, posted first quarter earnings. Published accounts suggest the firm has lost $134 million due to a combination of an extended bear market and the usual course of starting a large company. Many analysts wonder aloud what […] The blog post Giant Bitcoin Merchant Bank Posts Losses Over $130 Million is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

Research Finds Number of Crypto Funds has Exceeded 300

According to analytics firm Autonomous Next, the number of active crypto funds has reached 312 – a 24% increase from the end of 2017. Also Read: You Can Become a Citizen of Antigua and Barbuda for Less Than 13 BTC Number of Active Crypto Funds Reaches 312 The number of cryptocurrency funds has significantly expanded in […] Research Finds Number of Crypto Funds has Exceeded 300 was first seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

US Gallup Poll Shows Only 2% of American Investors Own Bitcoin

According to a Wells Fargo Gallup Investor and Retirement Optimism Index poll, just 2 percent of Americans surveyed own bitcoin. The poll is based on US adults who have at least $10,000 or more invested in things like mutual funds, stocks, and bonds. The Gallup survey also reveals that 26 percent of the US residents […] The following article US Gallup Poll Shows Only 2% of American Investors Own Bitcoin was first published on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Canada’s DMG Blockchain Starts Installing 85 MW Substation for Crypto Mining Expansion

DMG Blockchain has begun installing an 85 megawatt substation for a flagship crypto mining facility Canada-based DMG Blockchain Solutions has launched the installation of an 85-megawatt substation for crypto mining expansion, according to an official statement July 26. The DMG crypto mining operation will be implemented on an industrial scale with direct support from the […] Canada’s DMG Blockchain Starts Installing 85 MW Substation for Crypto Mining Expansion is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Crowd Psychology Driving BTC Prices, Finance Experts Say

According to a survey conducted among finance professionals, ‘crowd psychology’ is the main factor determining the movements of bitcoin market prices. More than half of the polled experts shared this opinion. Many of the individuals surveyed also expressed concerns about the issue with crypto custody, saying that the way cryptocurrency is stored now prevents BTC from becoming […] Crowd Psychology Driving BTC Prices, Finance Experts Say is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

US: Lawmaker Calls for More Action from Congress on Regulating Crypto

U.S. Congressman Bill Huizenga called for more action in Congress on regulating crypto and empowering financial authorities. Congressman Bill Huizenga has urged for the U.S. Congress to focus on crypto regulation in an interview with Bloomberg July 27. Huizenga wants to see more oversight in what he considers the “muddied and fairly opaque” initial coin […] The following blog post US: Lawmaker Calls for More Action from Congress on Regulating Crypto was originally seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Officials in South Africa Propose VAT-Exemption for Bitcoin Trades

Cryptocurrencies are becoming more prevalent to residents living in South Africa and over the past year bitcoin interest stemming from the region has grown exponentially. Furthermore, just recently the South African Treasury has proposed a few amendments that apply to the country’s Taxation Laws Amendment Bill (TLAB) and how cryptocurrencies are taxed. According to regional […] Officials in South Africa Propose VAT-Exemption for Bitcoin Trades was originally seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Lyn Ulbricht and the Effort to Free Ross: Looking at "the End of the Road”

The darknet site founded by Ross Ulbricht, Silk Road, has been offline for years now. But the legal questions behind his conviction and subsequent sentencing to life in prison without the possibility of parole in 2015, remain fresh, raw and real to Ulbricht’s advocates. Among the people most passionate in their belief that Ulbricht has […] Lyn Ulbricht and the Effort to Free Ross: Looking at "the End of the Road” is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Bitcoin Cash, EOS, Litecoin, Cardano, Stellar, IOTA, TRON: Price Analysis, July 27

With the SEC rejecting one Bitcoin ETF application and postponing decision on another, we should closely monitor the markets’ reaction. The views and opinions expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cointelegraph.com. Every investment and trading move involves risk, you should conduct your own research when […] Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Bitcoin Cash, EOS, Litecoin, Cardano, Stellar, IOTA, TRON: Price Analysis, July 27 is republished from: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Telegram Launches Passport Service for ICO Verification

Messaging service Telegram launched a new crypto-oriented feature on Thursday. Telegram Passport is a “unified authorization method for services that require personal identification”. KYC for ICOs in other words, which the Russian chat platform names as one of its intended use cases for Passport. Documents will be secured by end-to-end encryption, and Telegram has promised […] Telegram Launches Passport Service for ICO Verification is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

Google Bans Cryptocurrency Mining Apps From Play Store

In the Google’s latest move against virtual currencies, cryptocurrency mining apps have been banned from the Google Play Store. Despite the ban, Google has indicated that it will continue to permit mining apps that mine for cryptocurrency from outside of a device, such as cloud-based mining. Also Read: Exchanges Round-Up: CME Volume Doubles Q2, Lawyer Predicts […] The article Google Bans Cryptocurrency Mining Apps From Play Store was first published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Capital Goods Giant CNH Industrial Partners With IBM on Long-Term Blockchain Upgrade

Capital goods giant CNH Industrial will use IBM Blockchain products to update various internal processes. One of the world’s largest capital goods companies has agreed to a multiyear deal with IBM to implement blockchain technology, a press release confirmed July 26. UK-based CNH Industrial, which owns twelve international brands including Iveco and Case IH, will […] Capital Goods Giant CNH Industrial Partners With IBM on Long-Term Blockchain Upgrade is available on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Canadian Cryptocurrency Miner to Install 85-Megawatt Power Substation

DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc., a diversified blockchain company, is in the process of installing an 85-megawatt transformer and electric substation for the company’s cryptocurrency mining facility, according to a company statement. The new substation is  commissioned to be operational by September 2018, with 60 megawatts available for energizing mining rigs. The Canadian company offers a range of […] The article Canadian Cryptocurrency Miner to Install 85-Megawatt Power Substation is available on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

BCH PLS: Lil Windex Earns 1 Million Views for “Bitcoin Ca$h” Video

Canadian rap artist Lil Windex has scored a legitimate, platinum hit with his track “Bitcoin Ca$h”. In only four months since its drop, the video has passed 1,000,000 views on Youtube alone – not counting downloads or streams. His accomplishment is particularly impressive because he managed to succeed in an extended crypto bear market.  Also […] BCH PLS: Lil Windex Earns 1 Million Views for “Bitcoin Ca$h” Video was originally seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

SEC Commissioner Publishes Dissent Letter Disagreeing with the Agency’s Bitcoin ETF Rejection

A commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has published a letter of dissent that disagrees with the agency’s decision to reject a second attempt by the Winklevoss twins to launch the first-ever Bitcoin ETF. Yesterday it was announced that the SEC had denied an application from Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, founders of […] The blog post SEC Commissioner Publishes Dissent Letter Disagreeing with the Agency’s Bitcoin ETF Rejection was originally seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Top 10 Crypto Deals in 2017 Returned Over 136,000% on Average, Report Shows

Research into the top ten crypto deals in 2017 based on their return on investment has revealed that on average each returned over 136,000%. Research into the top ten crypto deals in 2017 based on their investment returns (ROI) has revealed that on average each returned over 136,000 percent, according to data shared with Cointelegraph […] The following article Top 10 Crypto Deals in 2017 Returned Over 136,000% on Average, Report Shows is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

FINMA Launches Proceedings Against $100 Million ICO

Switzerland’s financial regulator, the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA), has announced that it has launched proceedings against initial coin offering (ICO) issuer, Envion AG. Also Read: Bolivar ‘Anchored’ to the Petro to Be Issued in August, Maduro Says FINMA Launches Proceeding Against $100 Million ICO A press release published by the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory […] The post FINMA Launches Proceedings Against $100 Million ICO was first seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Japanese Class Action Against Gambling Coin Claims $12m Damages

Withcoin, a virtual currency reportedly designed for casinos, and listed on the Hitbtc exchange around May, is accused of selling coins using a promotional video propagating alleged lies and misleading information. In April 2018, a video promoting Withcoin went viral on the internet, inviting investors to purchase in advance a coin that was going to […] The post Japanese Class Action Against Gambling Coin Claims $12m Damages was originally published on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Bitcoin Price Drops Under $8,000 as SEC Again Rejects Winklevoss Brothers Bitcoin ETF

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for the second time disapproved a Bats BZX Exchange application to list the Winklevoss Bitcoin ETF, causing the bitcoin price to drop by more than 3.5% to below $8,000. The move comes more than a year after the SEC turned down a rule change request from the Bats BZX […] Bitcoin Price Drops Under $8,000 as SEC Again Rejects Winklevoss Brothers Bitcoin ETF is courtesy of: www.justbitcoinnews.com

More Than 6% of Securities Lawsuits Filed in 2018 Related to ICOs

Cornerstone Research, an economic and financial consulting company, has published a report finding that more than 6% of the securities class action filings made in 2018 have related to initial coin offerings (ICOs) and cryptocurrencies. Also Read: Markets Update: BTC Gains 30% in Two Weeks, Alts Lose Correlation 6% of Securities Filings in 2018 Have Related […] More Than 6% of Securities Lawsuits Filed in 2018 Related to ICOs was originally published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Indian State of Telangana to Sign MoUs With Blockchain Firms, Streamline Gov’t Services

The Indian state of Telangana will sign MoUs with blockchain-focused firms to introduce DLT-powered government services. The Indian state of Telangana announced it will sign several memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with blockchain firms as to eventually implement the technology in state applications, local Indian news agency the Business Standard reports July 26. Telangana IT Secretary […] Indian State of Telangana to Sign MoUs With Blockchain Firms, Streamline Gov’t Services is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

CME Will Not Introduce Altcoin Futures Anytime Soon, Says CEO

The CEO of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange will not introduce altcoin futures on the exchange in the near future. The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) will not introduce futures on cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin (BTC) in the near future, CME CEO Terry Duffy revealed in an interview with Bloomberg July 26.   In the interview, Duffy said […] The following post CME Will Not Introduce Altcoin Futures Anytime Soon, Says CEO was first published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

BRICS Summit: Major Banks From Member States Sign MoU on DLT Research

Major banks from BRICS member states; Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, will study blockchain tech implementation. Five major banks from each BRICS member state signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the development of distributed ledger technology (DLT), according to an official press release July 26. During the 10th International BRICS Summit in […] The following article BRICS Summit: Major Banks From Member States Sign MoU on DLT Research was originally published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

Winklevoss Bitcoin ETF Proposal Denied by U.S. SEC

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has rejected the Winklevosses’ latest attempt to list a bitcoin ETF. After having a proposal rejected last year, the Gemini exchange founders had hoped to secure their Winklevoss Bitcoin Trust on BATS Global Market’s BZX stock exchange with this latest attempt. But BZX’s June filing was curbed in […] Winklevoss Bitcoin ETF Proposal Denied by U.S. SEC was originally published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

Bitcoin Price Analysis: Sign of Strength Shows Continued Buyer Interest

At the time of this article, the news from the Winklevoss ETF being denied by the SEC is still fresh and it is unclear what impact it may have on the overall macro trend of the market. Prior to the ETF ruling, the bulls continued to show demand as the bitcoin market saw a strengthening […] The post Bitcoin Price Analysis: Sign of Strength Shows Continued Buyer Interest is available on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

South Carolina State Regulators Withdraw Enforcement Actions on Two Blockchain Startups

South Carolina securities regulators removed cease-and-desist orders against two blockchain startups, which were previously halted due to selling unregistered securities. The Securities Division of the Office of the Attorney General of South Carolina has removed cease-and-desist orders against two blockchain startups, according to public documents published July 26. Today’s order removed a cease-and-desist order filed […] The following article South Carolina State Regulators Withdraw Enforcement Actions on Two Blockchain Startups was first seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Swiss Crypto Mining Firm Faces Enforcement Action for Potentially Unauthorized ICO

Swiss regulator FINMA has launched enforcement proceedings against crypto mining firm Envion AG for its potentially unauthorized token sale in Dec. 2017-Jan. 2018. The Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) has launched enforcement proceedings against crypto mining firm Envion AG over its potentially unauthorized token sale, according to a FINMA press release today, July 26. […] The following blog post Swiss Crypto Mining Firm Faces Enforcement Action for Potentially Unauthorized ICO is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Major Crypto Assets See Solid Growth, Total Market Cap Holds Above $300 Billion

Crypto markets are seeing a healthy flush of green, with most of the top ten coins seeing solid growth between 1-7% over the 24-hour period. July 26: crypto markets are seeing a healthy flush of green, with most of major crypto assets seeing solid growth over the 24-hour period, as data from Coin360 shows. After […] The following blog post Major Crypto Assets See Solid Growth, Total Market Cap Holds Above $300 Billion was first published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Canada Central Bank: Bitcoin Safe From 51% Attack, Double Spending

Canada’s Central Bank (BOC) released a working paper this month, Incentive Compatibility on the Blockchain. In it, BOC seems to argue the world’s most popular cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, is safe from a 51% attack, double spend scenario through the right incentive structure and proof of work (POW). Also read: Coinbase Flexes Muscle, Creates Political Action Committee […] Canada Central Bank: Bitcoin Safe From 51% Attack, Double Spending was originally published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Cache Is Aiming to Boost Blockchain Development for Global Mass Adoption

Blockchain development shouldn’t be rocket science. At the moment, though, the development of the technology is complicated and can be confusing, making it difficult to produce meaningful applications that will achieve mass adoption for end users. For Cache, a token and series of projects, it believes that it has the answer to this problem. As […] The following article Cache Is Aiming to Boost Blockchain Development for Global Mass Adoption was originally published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Bitcoin Unlimited Merges Graphene Block Propagation Technology

Over the past week, Bitcoin Cash (BCH) proponents have been discussing ideas like pre-consensus and faster block times. Now, on July 25, the Bitcoin Unlimited (BU) development team has announced merging a block propagation concept called ‘Graphene’ into the BU client. Graphene is a technology that is a fraction of the size of current methods […] The following post Bitcoin Unlimited Merges Graphene Block Propagation Technology was first published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

South Korea’s Financial Watchdog Urges Lawmakers to Move Forward With Crypto Bill

South Korea’s Financial Services Commission has urged lawmakers to hasten their approval of the country’s first cryptocurrency bill, in light of recent exchange hacks. South Korean watchdog the Financial Services Commission (FSC) has urged lawmakers to hasten their approval of the country’s first cryptocurrency bill, Bloomberg reports July 26.    Hong Seong-ki, head of the […] The following post South Korea’s Financial Watchdog Urges Lawmakers to Move Forward With Crypto Bill is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Ethereum’s MetaMask Reflects On Temporary Chrome Delisting

The blockchain Dapp browser extension recently posted a retrospective about Wednesday’s events. [Read More …] Source: JUST BITCOIN NEWS The article <h1>Ethereum’s MetaMask Reflects On Temporary Chrome Delisting</h1> was first published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Venezuela's New Petro-Backed National Currency to Start Circulating in August

Venezuela’s president Nicolás Maduro announced that the country’s new national currency will be anchored to cryptocurrency Petro. The president of Venezuela Nicolás Maduro has announced that the country’s new cryptocurrency-backed national currency will start circulating August 20, local state news agency Telesur reported July 25. Telesur reports that the new currency, the Bolívar Soberano (Sovereign […] The post Venezuela's New Petro-Backed National Currency to Start Circulating in August was originally published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

Japanese Crypto Exchanges Working on Lowering Margin Trading Limits

Japanese cryptocurrency exchanges may soon set a strict limit on the leverage they offer for margin trading in order to better protect investors. The association comprised of 16 government-approved crypto exchanges is reportedly imposing a leverage limit as part of its self-regulatory rules. There will be a grace period and exceptions. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms […] Japanese Crypto Exchanges Working on Lowering Margin Trading Limits was originally published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Digital Asset Trading Platform Unveils Plan to Share Revenue With Users

sponsored An established digital asset trading platform is emphasizing the importance of “openness and co-governance” as it unveils its plans for growth. A digital asset trading platform says its “superior circulation capabilities” can help tokens thrive in the crypto world, through financial-level services that enable tokens to be issued more quickly. BitForex claims that many […] The blog post Digital Asset Trading Platform Unveils Plan to Share Revenue With Users is republished from: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Major Chinese Social Network Tianya to Launch Native Cryptocurrency Token

Chinese social network Tianya has said it will distribute a blockchain-based token to some users and wants to “adhere to the spirit of blockchain consensus.” One of China’s top twenty-five websites, social network Tianya Club, announced it was releasing an internal blockchain-based token July 25. In a blog post, Tianya said its 90 bln Tianyan […] Major Chinese Social Network Tianya to Launch Native Cryptocurrency Token was originally published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

The Daily: Skrill Launches Crypto Trade, Luxury Market Reaches $100M Transactions

In today’s edition of Bitcoin in Brief we cover stories about Skrill launching crypto buying and selling, luxury marketplace The White Company reaching $100 million in transactions, Bitmex setting a trading record, and weak mining-related sales hurting AMD. Also Read: Bitmain Reveals the Total Hashrate of Its Mining Hardware Skrill Launches Crypto Trading Skrill, the […] The Daily: Skrill Launches Crypto Trade, Luxury Market Reaches $100M Transactions is republished from: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

How Blockchain Is Reshaping External Audit: Crypto Developments by PwC, KPMG, EY and Deloitte

How blockchain is reshaping external audits. The recent initiative of the world’s four largest auditing — Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG and PwC — to join a pilot of 20 Taiwanese banks to test blockchain technology for fiscal audits, confirms how developments are expected in the work of external audit. Despite the auditors have been sometimes criticized […] How Blockchain Is Reshaping External Audit: Crypto Developments by PwC, KPMG, EY and Deloitte was first seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

PR: Propy – This California Property Was Sold On The Blockchain Without Using Banks

This is a paid press release, which contains forward looking statements, and should be treated as advertising or promotional material. Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product/service. Bitcoin.com is not responsible for or liable for any content, accuracy or quality within the press release. PALO ALTO, California — Propy, the global real estate store […] PR: Propy – This California Property Was Sold On The Blockchain Without Using Banks was originally published to: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Binance Prepares to Enter the South Korean Market

Binance is preparing to expand into South Korea, having already hired Koreans for some local positions. CEO Changpeng Zhao has stressed the importance of the Korean market, noting that some Koreans are already using Binance, especially to trade newer coins. However, the exchange is reportedly waiting for the country’s crypto regulatory framework to be fine-tuned […] Binance Prepares to Enter the South Korean Market was first published to: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Non-Fungible Tokens, Explained

Many tokens are identical and shared with ease, but there’s a special class of one-of-a-kind tokens gaining popularity. Learn more about the non-fungible future. What does non-fungible mean? To fully appreciate what makes these tokens special, it’s worth taking a look at the difference between “fungible” and “non-fungible.” When something is fungible, in this case […] Non-Fungible Tokens, Explained was originally published to: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Altcoins Round-Up: Bitgo Adds ZEC, Wirex Supports XRP, PwC to Audit Tezos

In recent news pertaining to altcoins, Bitgo has announced the addition of Zcash to the roster of cryptocurrencies supported by the cryptocurrency custody firm; Wirex has enabled XRP support for its cryptocurrency debit card; and Tezos has commissioned PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) to audit the Tezos foundation’s finances and operations. Also Read: Bitmain Reveals the Total Hashrate of […] Altcoins Round-Up: Bitgo Adds ZEC, Wirex Supports XRP, PwC to Audit Tezos was originally published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Joseph Lubin Names Berlin as The Most Important City in The ‘Blockchain Cosmos’

The co-founder of Ethereum, Joseph Lubin, called Berlin the most important city in the blockchain cosmos. Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin referred to Berlin as “the most important city in the blockchain cosmos”, Cointelegraph auf Deutsch reported July 25. Lubin said that, “Berlin has the infrastructure, Berlin has the talent, the really good programmers are here.” […] Joseph Lubin Names Berlin as The Most Important City in The ‘Blockchain Cosmos’ was originally seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

The Best and Worst Cryptocurrency Investments for the First Half of 2018

As far as cryptocurrency markets are concerned the last six months of 2018 has been the exact opposite of the 2017 bull run last year. A great majority of digital assets have lost between 60-90 percent of their values since the beginning of the year. Today we’re going to look at which crypto-markets performed the […] The following blog post The Best and Worst Cryptocurrency Investments for the First Half of 2018 is republished from: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

U.S. CFTC Chair: We Need to Test Blockchain Because We Are ‘Four Years Behind’

During a Congressional hearing July 25, CFTC chair Christopher Giancarlo said the agency is “four years behind” on blockchain research and regulation. Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Christopher Giancarlo outlined his agency’s interest in blockchain technology during a Congressional hearing Wednesday, July 25. The chairman emphasized the need for the appropriate […] U.S. CFTC Chair: We Need to Test Blockchain Because We Are ‘Four Years Behind’ is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Blockchain-Based Betting Platform Augur Now Features ‘Assassination Markets’

Users of Ethereum-powered prediction market Augur are now betting on “assassination markets,” featuring Donald Trump and Warren Buffett. Disclaimer: Cointelegraph considers speculation on the deaths of individuals as immoral and does not endorse it in any way So-called “assassination markets” have now popped up on blockchain event betting platform Augur, Mashable media outlet reported July […] Blockchain-Based Betting Platform Augur Now Features ‘Assassination Markets’ is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Coinbase Inquiry Finds No Improper BCH Trading Took Place Prior to Launch

An inquiry by leading United States-based cryptocurrency exchange, Coinbase, has found that no improper trading took place last December surrounding the launch of its Bitcoin Cash pairings. Also Read: SEC Postpones Deliberations on NYSE Arca Bitcoin ETFs Coinbase Inquiry Finds No Insider Trading on BCH Markets A Coinbase spokesperson has confirmed that the investigations into potential […] The following blog post Coinbase Inquiry Finds No Improper BCH Trading Took Place Prior to Launch is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Joseph Lubin: People Said Ethereum Could Not Be Done, but It Is a Remarkable Success

An interview with the co-founder of Ethereum on everything he achieved so far and what’s ahead. The interview has been edited and condensed. “[..]I met Joe. Joe is the CEO of ConsenSys, and he has something about him; he is an inspirational figure, he has this ability to excite people about this future” This is […] Joseph Lubin: People Said Ethereum Could Not Be Done, but It Is a Remarkable Success was originally seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Start-Up Backed by Uber Co-Founder to Launch Fee-Free Crypto Trading

Voyager, a startup backed by Uber co-founder, Oscar Salazar, has announced that it will launch a commission-free cryptocurrency trading platform. It is intended to function as an aggregation engine for cryptocurrency prices across more than a dozen trading venues.  Also Read: J-Pop Star GACKT Caught Between Crypto Company Spindle and Minister’s Gaffe Startup Founded by Uber […] The post Start-Up Backed by Uber Co-Founder to Launch Fee-Free Crypto Trading was originally seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Augur’s Joey Krug Comments On Assassination Markets

Shortly after Augur’s launch, some users created cryptocurrency-settled assassination markets. Since the Augur protocol exists on the Ethereum blockchain, the marketplace exists across many computers. Because of Augur’s decentralization, law enforcement may struggle to shut down these morbid and highly illegal markets. [Read More …] Source: JUST BITCOIN NEWS <h1>Augur’s Joey Krug Comments On Assassination Markets</h1> is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

[UPDATED] Ethereum’s MetaMask Delisted From Google Chrome Web Store

The blockchain Dapp browser extension has disappeared from the Android and Chrome marketplace. [Read More …] Source: JUST BITCOIN NEWS The following post <h1>[UPDATED] Ethereum’s MetaMask Delisted From Google Chrome Web Store</h1> is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

SEC Postpones Deliberations on NYSE Arca Bitcoin ETFs

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed deliberations on five bitcoin exchange traded funds (ETFs) that were filed with the SEC by NYSE Arca, Inc. Also Read: PR Specialists in the Russian Crypto Space Paid 10x the Average Salary SEC Consideration of NYSE Arca Bitcoin ETFs Postponed The SEC has announced that will […] SEC Postpones Deliberations on NYSE Arca Bitcoin ETFs was first published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Coinbase’s Internal Investigation Finds No Irregularities With Bitcoin Cash Listing

In December 2017, Bitcoin Cash made an unexpected price run-up, increasing nearly 25 percent in a matter of days. The increase set the stage for Coinbase’s unprompted listing of Bitcoin Cash on December 19. Within hours of the announcement, rumors spread among community members that the two events were too closely correlated for comfort, and […] The following blog post Coinbase’s Internal Investigation Finds No Irregularities With Bitcoin Cash Listing is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Ex-Programmer of Russian Payments Firm Qiwi Used Company Equipment to Mine 500K Bitcoins, CEO Claims

CEO of Russian payments company Qiwi has claimed that one of his former employees used company’s equipment to mine 500K bitcoins back in 2011. The CEO of Russian payment services provider Qiwi Sergey Solonin has claimed that an ex-employee of the company used its payment terminals to mine bitcoins in 2011. The programmer, who has […] Ex-Programmer of Russian Payments Firm Qiwi Used Company Equipment to Mine 500K Bitcoins, CEO Claims was first published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

PR: The Internet of People (IoP) Is Creating a New Internet for Decentralization and Censorship

This is a paid press release, which contains forward looking statements, and should be treated as advertising or promotional material. Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product/service. Bitcoin.com is not responsible for or liable for any content, accuracy or quality within the press release. New York, NY Internet of People (IoP) is a digital […] PR: The Internet of People (IoP) Is Creating a New Internet for Decentralization and Censorship was originally published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Crypto Asset Brokerage Co-Founded by Uber Ex-CTO to Launch Zero-Fee Trading App in 2018

A licensed U.S. multi-exchange crypto asset brokerage Voyager has revealed plans to launch a zero-fee mobile trading app in Q4 this year. A licensed U.S. crypto asset brokerage dubbed ‘Voyager’ has revealed plans to launch a zero-fee mobile trading app in Q4 this year, according to a press release published on BusinessWire today, July 25. […] Crypto Asset Brokerage Co-Founded by Uber Ex-CTO to Launch Zero-Fee Trading App in 2018 was first published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

How to Increase Your Crypto Portfolio Like a Pro

Crypto trading can be tricky due to the sudden fluctuations that occur within the market. So, your crypto portfolio needs to be chosen with great care. Learning how to increase your crypto portfolio like a pro can help to buffer your losses in times of market downswings. Stronger coins tend to hold less risk than […] How to Increase Your Crypto Portfolio Like a Pro is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Coinbase Takes on Cryptocurrency Gift Cards With Limited Rollout

Coinbase has debuted a new feature allowing users to purchase gift cards with cryptocurrency from brands such as Uber. Major U.S. cryptocurrency wallet and exchange Coinbase has entered the crypto gift card market, allowing customers in certain countries to exchange coins for brand e-certificates, according to their July 25 blog post. In the post, Coinbase […] The article Coinbase Takes on Cryptocurrency Gift Cards With Limited Rollout was originally published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Is Blockchain About to Become a Patent War Battleground?

Major players continue to apply for blockchain-related applications. Last week, news of at least three major players applying for blockchain-related patents emerged: Bank of America sought to legally protect its blockchain-based system allowing the external validation of data, Barclays filed two patent applications relating to the transfer of digital currency and blockchain data storage, while […] Is Blockchain About to Become a Patent War Battleground? was first published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Fortune Releases First-Ever Crypto-Focused '40 Under 40' Annual Rankings

For the first time, Fortune has created a crypto-focused version of its prestigious “40 under 40” honor roll for the most powerful young disruptors in global business. For the first time, Fortune has created a crypto-focused version of its prestigious “40 under 40” honor roll for the most impressive young disruptors in the finance and […] The following blog post Fortune Releases First-Ever Crypto-Focused '40 Under 40' Annual Rankings was first published on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Everledger’s Leanne Kemp on How to Enable Marketplaces With Fair Pricing

Cointelegraph spoke to Everledger’s Leanne Kemp about how blockchain plays a role in promoting sustainability in the diamond industry. This interview has been edited and condensed. Leanne Kemp is the founder of blockchain platform Everledger, which tracks high-class assets like diamonds in order to reduce fraud and promote more viable marketplaces. Cointelegraph spoke to Kemp […] The article Everledger’s Leanne Kemp on How to Enable Marketplaces With Fair Pricing is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

J-Pop Star GACKT Caught Between Crypto Company Spindle and Minister’s Gaffe

Spindle, Japan’s largest ICO officially promoted by a J-Pop star, Gakuto Oshiro, (45) better known by his stage name GACKT, was the unnamed crypto company allegedly slammed by the FSA earlier this year, a weekly Japanese magazine revealed. The company, which began dealing its own cryptocurrency, “Spindles,” aka “GACKT Coins,” in October 2017, received administrative […] The blog post J-Pop Star GACKT Caught Between Crypto Company Spindle and Minister’s Gaffe is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Why Is Blockstream Working With National Spies (SIGINT/HUMINT)?

Blockstream is working with former national spies. The question is, why on earth would a cryptocurrency company have the need to employ former spies? On October 23, 2014, Blockstream goes public and announces funding and the formation of their company. Shortly after Blockstream was incorporated, they received $50 million in venture capital from AXA, Khosla Ventures, […] The following post Why Is Blockstream Working With National Spies (SIGINT/HUMINT)? was originally seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

Report: XRP’s Drop in Line with Other Crypto ‘Underscores XRP’s Independence from Ripple’

In a recent report, Ripple points out that XRP’s decline is in line with the general trend in crypto markets in Q2, which purportedly highlights its independence from Ripple. Ripple has released the second quarter 2018 report for its digital asset XRP today, July 24. According to the report, Ripple’s sales of XRP tokens were […] The following post Report: XRP’s Drop in Line with Other Crypto ‘Underscores XRP’s Independence from Ripple’ was originally published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital Leads $52.5 Mln Fundraising Round for Crypto-Lending Firm

Mike Novogratz’s merchant bank Galaxy Digital has led a $52.5 million fundraising round for crypto-lending firm BlockFi. Crypto-focused merchant bank Galaxy Digital has recently led a $52.5 million fundraising round for crypto-lending firm BlockFi, according a blog post by the company July 24. Galaxy Digital CEO and founder Mike Novogratz confirmed in a tweet that […] The blog post Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital Leads $52.5 Mln Fundraising Round for Crypto-Lending Firm is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Index ETF Tracking 10 Cryptocurrencies Filed With SEC

Bitwise Asset Management has announced its plan to launch “the first publicly-offered cryptocurrency index exchange-traded fund (ETF).” A registration statement has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund will track the returns of the company’s Hold 10 Index which aims to capture 80% of the total market capitalization of the cryptocurrency […] Index ETF Tracking 10 Cryptocurrencies Filed With SEC was first published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Coinbase Internal Investigation Concludes No Insider Trading Took Place

A Coinbase internal investigation concluded that no insider trading of Bitcoin Cash took place in December, 2017, while a class action lawsuit against the exchange is still ongoing. Coinbase exchange has reportedly concluded that no insider trading of Bitcoin Cash (BCH) took place in December 2017, Fortune reports Tuesday, July 24. Anonymous sources close to […] Coinbase Internal Investigation Concludes No Insider Trading Took Place was first published on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Bitwise Files With SEC for Cryptocurrency ETF

Bitwise Asset Management is the latest venture to apply for a cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund (ETF). Called the Bitwise HOLD 10 Cryptocurrency Index Fund, the ETF will track the returns of the company’s HOLD 10 Index, a “market-cap-weighted index of the 10 largest cryptocurrencies” that captures roughly 80 percent of the total cryptocurrency market capitalization. A […] The article Bitwise Files With SEC for Cryptocurrency ETF is available on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Regulations Round-Up: Malta Clarifies Law, UK Wealth Managers Urge FCA Action

In recent regulatory news, Malta’s financial regulator has sought to clarify the nation’s cryptocurrency regulations following the passing of an act pertaining to crypto assets, UK-based wealth managers have called for the FCA to take a strong stance regarding cryptocurrencies, and the deputy governor of Bank of Israel has predicted that cryptocurrencies will contribute to […] The following article Regulations Round-Up: Malta Clarifies Law, UK Wealth Managers Urge FCA Action was first seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Bitwise Files With US Securities and Exchange Commission to Launch Crypto ETF

San Francisco-based digital asset manager Bitwise has applied for an SEC-regulated cryptocurrency ETF that would track 10 different assets Digital asset manager Bitwise has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch a regulated exchange-traded fund (ETF) for cryptocurrency, according to a July 24 press release. The Bitwise HOLD 10 Cryptocurrency Index […] Bitwise Files With US Securities and Exchange Commission to Launch Crypto ETF is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Controversial Blockchain Project Tezos to Be Audited by ‘Big Four’ PwC

Tezos, a controversial blockchain project that launched its beta network a year after its ICO, has announced that it will be audited by ‘Big Four’ firm PwC. The Tezos Foundation has announced that the international professional services giant PricewaterhouseCoopers Switzerland (PwC) will conduct an external audit of its finances and operations. In an official announcement […] The post Controversial Blockchain Project Tezos to Be Audited by ‘Big Four’ PwC was originally published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Binance Plans to Expand Into South Korea

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is making plans to expand operations into South Korea, reports Business Korea. Per the report, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao hinted at his company’s expansion plans while speaking at the Blockchain Partners Summit in Seoul last weekend. While South Korea is presumed to be the third-largest crypto market after the U.S. and Japan, […] Binance Plans to Expand Into South Korea is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Online Monero Wallet to Mitigate Security Risks by Fixing Flaws Uncovered in Audit

sponsored Online Monero wallet says it has completed a successful security audit — addressing critical issues in order to enhance trustworthiness among users. The Monero web wallet says it has undergone a successful security review by an independent provider, with analysts concluding “a number of potential vulnerabilities” have now been fixed, with their risks mitigated. […] Online Monero Wallet to Mitigate Security Risks by Fixing Flaws Uncovered in Audit was originally published to: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG

US SEC Delays Decision on Direxion Bitcoin ETF Until September

The U.S. SEC has deferred judgment on a Bitcoin ETF application from investment firm Direxion for two more months. Investment firm Direxion has had the review of its Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) application postponed until September 21. The news about the delay comes from an official document released by the U.S. Government Publishing Office July […] The blog post US SEC Delays Decision on Direxion Bitcoin ETF Until September is available on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

Singapore Airlines Launches Blockchain-Based Loyalty Wallet, Co-Developed by Microsoft

Singapore Airlines has announced the launch of a loyalty digital wallet that uses blockchain technology co-developed by Microsoft. Singapore Airlines (SIA) has launched its own airline loyalty digital wallet that uses blockchain technology, it announced July 24. The software has been co-developed by Microsoft and KPMG Digital Village, according to the press release. The new […] Singapore Airlines Launches Blockchain-Based Loyalty Wallet, Co-Developed by Microsoft is courtesy of: www.justbitcoinnews.com

Gibraltar Stock Exchange’s Blockchain Platform Opens to Public Trading

Gibraltar’s cryptocurrency and ICO platform GBX has launched with an initial support for Bitcoin, Ethereum, US dollars and its in-house Rock token. The UK Overseas Territory of Gibraltar launched its Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange (GBX) July 23, a press release confirmed, opening up cryptocurrency trading. The GBX was first announced by the Gibraltar Stock Exchange at […] The post Gibraltar Stock Exchange’s Blockchain Platform Opens to Public Trading was first seen on: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

ConsenSys Signs MoU With China’s ‘Smart City’ of Xiongan for Blockchain Consulting

ConsenSys will help China build a “next generation smart city” in Xiongan by consulting on blockchain tech applications. China’s Xiongan New Area government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ConsenSys to bring blockchain technology to the “smart city,” the South China Morning Post reported July 23. ConsenSys, a blockchain software technology company focusing […] The article ConsenSys Signs MoU With China’s ‘Smart City’ of Xiongan for Blockchain Consulting was first published to: JUST BITCOIN NEWS

London taxi drivers mull class action suit against Uber

London cab drivers are examining the possibility of bringing a class action suit against Uber, their association said on Tuesday, after the mobile app was granted a temporary licence renewal to operate in the British capital. [Read More …] Source: JUST BITCOIN NEWS London taxi drivers mull class action suit against Uber was first published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com/

What Is ION (ION)? | Beginner’s Guide

ION is the cryptocurrency of the Ionomy gaming community. Their goal is to establish a “thriving ecosystem” that is centered on gaming and digital goods paid for with ION. If you’re thinking that sounds awfully familiar (Enjin Coin, GameCredits), hold up. There are certain features that differentiate ION from other gaming coins. For one, ION […] What Is ION (ION)? | Beginner’s Guide was first published on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

How Cryptocurrency Prices Work, Explained

Frequently asked questions answered about the magic of crypto prices. How do cryptocurrency prices compare to fiat currencies? Neither is backed by a commodity like gold or anything with an underlying value. The biggest difference between cryptocurrency values and fiat money is that fiat currencies are backed by central governments and declared as legal tender. […] The article How Cryptocurrency Prices Work, Explained is available on: www.justbitcoinnews.com

General Electric Participates in Blockchain Startup Xage Security’s $12 Mln Funding Round

General Electric has participated in blockchain startup Xage Security’s $12 million funding round led by March Capital Partners. The venture capital arm of General Electric (GE) has joined a $12 million investment round in blockchain startup Xage Security in order to develop its security fabric for industries from energy to building management, a press release […] The following blog post General Electric Participates in Blockchain Startup Xage Security’s $12 Mln Funding Round was first seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Japanese Crypto Exchanges Submit Business Improvement Plans

Six government-approved cryptocurrency exchanges in Japan have submitted their business improvement plans to the country’s top financial regulator. While improving their internal systems, most have also engaged in different areas of business expansion. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Six Business Improvement Plans Submitted Six of Japan’s 16 government-approved cryptocurrency exchanges have […] Japanese Crypto Exchanges Submit Business Improvement Plans is courtesy of: JUST BITCOIN NEWS SERVICE

Sealing the Deal: The Rise of Blockchain-Powered Trade Finance Platforms

Despite being developed by governments and banks, these blockchain-based solutions promise to create opportunities for many. Although they don’t hold the same disruptive promise of radical decentralization as do their permissionless counterparts, private blockchains that governments and corporations run are still capable of transforming entire sectors of the world economy. Global trade has long been […] Sealing the Deal: The Rise of Blockchain-Powered Trade Finance Platforms was first published to: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

India Exchange Unocoin Suspends Withdrawals Following Central Bank Demands

“Deposits/Withdrawals Notice,” came the post title from popular Indian cryptocurrency exchange Unocoin this week. “As per orders from RBI,” the exchange explained, “bank INR withdrawals and INR Deposits have temporarily been disabled. Once an alternative method of funding is identified and deployed, we will resume the deposit and withdrawal services.” Also read: Cryptowhispers: DDoS Attacks, […] The following post India Exchange Unocoin Suspends Withdrawals Following Central Bank Demands is republished from: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

BitFunder Founder Pleads Guilty to Charges of Fraud and Obstruction of Justice

The founder of BitFunder has pleaded guilty to federal charges of defrauding investors and forging data regarding the 2013 BitFunder hack. The operator of now defunct Bitcoin (BTC) stock exchange BitFunder has pleaded guilty to federal charges of obstruction of justice and securities fraud, Reuters reports July 23. According to prosecutors, 37-year old Jon Montroll, […] The blog post BitFunder Founder Pleads Guilty to Charges of Fraud and Obstruction of Justice is courtesy of: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Bank of Canada Study Finds 58% of Canadians Own BTC for Investment Purposes

A Bank of Canada report says that 58% of Canadians use Bitcoin for investment purposes, while only 6 percent use it for payment. Canadian citizens used Bitcoin (BTC) mainly for investment purposes in 2017, according to a study by the Bank of Canada (BoC) published July 23. The study is an update to the results […] The article Bank of Canada Study Finds 58% of Canadians Own BTC for Investment Purposes was originally seen on: https://www.justbitcoinnews.com

Tie a Message to Any Location Using the BCH-Powered Member Client

There’s an interesting platform for the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network called ‘Member,’ which allows users to post censorship resistant messages tied to specific locations around the world. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Member: Tethering Censorship Resistant Memos to Any Geographical Location With Bitcoin Cash   Over the past few weeks, since […] The following article Tie a Message to Any Location Using the BCH-Powered Member Client is republished from: JUST BITCOIN NEWS BLOG