Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency

Why Crypto Investments Are Less Vulnerable to US-China Tensions

U.S.-China tensions are taking a toll on venture funds that invest in non-crypto startups. Investment in the blockchain industry may be less affected.

Policy & regulation  ·  10 September 2020
Cryptocurrency

Russia’s Latest Draft Bill Would Still Largely Ban Crypto, Stifle Miners

Russia's Ministry of Finance wants to ban any cryptocurrency payments, which could be bad news for the country's mining farms.

Policy & regulation  ·  3 September 2020
Cryptocurrency

YouTube’s Whac-a-Mole Approach to Crypto Scam Ads Remains a Problem

Despite lawsuits and Google’s own ad policies, cryptocurrency scam ads are still making it through the YouTube gates and circulating for days.

Tech  ·  27 August 2020
CoinFlash

Brazilian Lawmaker Proposes Crypto Regulations for a Country Devoid of Any

Brazil's crypto scene has been unbanked, unregulated and awash in legal uncertain for its entire history.

News  ·  25 August 2020
Bitcoin

‘Bitcoin Rich List’ Reaches All-Time High

The "Bitcoin Rich List" reached a new high, possibly because of more interest from institutional and high-net-worth investors.

Markets  ·  24 August 2020
CoinFlash

Longtime Analyst Bove Says Cryptocurrency Is One Challenge to Dollar’s Dominance

The noted analyst says a possible end to the U.S. dollar-ruled financial system is "frightening, yet the probability is quite high."

Markets  ·  14 August 2020
Exchanges

CoinDCX Becomes First India Exchange to Offer Users Crypto Staking

Mumbai-based cryptocurrency exchange CoinDCX launched its new product on Friday, allowing users to stake cryptocurrencies from Harmony, Qtum and Tron.

Markets  ·  7 August 2020
Cryptocurrency

Zephyr Teachout: Take Back the Economy From Economists

Law professor Zephyr Teachout discusses the recent antitrust hearings, how power impacts privacy and the "parallel governments" that Big Tech has created.

Policy & regulation  ·  3 August 2020
Cryptocurrency

DC Lawyers Can Now Accept Crypto for Legal Fees

The District of Columbia Bar has approved crypto payments for lawyers' fees.

Policy & regulation  ·  1 July 2020
Exchanges

Australia Post Now Lets Customers Pay for Bitcoin at Over 3,500 Outlets

The Australian postal service has confirmed it is partnering with Bitcoin.com.au to let customers pay for cryptocurrencies at its stores across the country.

Business  ·  26 June 2020
Cryptocurrency

EU Creating a Regulatory Regime for Cryptocurrencies, Says Economic Chief

The planned regulatory regime could include stricter rules for projects deemed "global stablecoins," a subtle reference, possibly, to Libra.

Policy & regulation  ·  26 June 2020
Cryptocurrency

The Big Thing Holding Back India’s Crypto Boom

India's crypto industry shows potential, but it continues to be held back by a lack of regulatory clarity, particularly around exchange-banking relationships.

Policy & regulation  ·  22 June 2020
Cryptocurrency

Singapore Ride-Sharing App Lets Customers Pay With Bitcoin

Singapore-based Ryde announced it will be the first ride-hailing service to incorporate bitcoin payments into its own app.

Tech  ·  17 June 2020
Bitcoin

Meet the US Senate Candidate Who’s Invested in Bitcoin Since 2013

Wyoming U.S. Senate candidate Cynthia Lummis says bitcoin's store-of-value appeal has never been stronger. So she continues to HODL.

People  ·  1 June 2020
Cryptocurrency

New App Lets Coronavirus-Hit Businesses Take Crypto Payments for Zoom Calls

The app is aimed at making it easier for entrepreneurs plying their trade from home to maintain their income.

News  ·  23 April 2020