Investment

China

Chinese Investment Group to Launch Blockchain Funding Center

A government-led investment association in China is reportedly establishing a funding center to foster blockchain development in the country.

Markets  ·  15 March 2018
Bitcoin

Making Sense of Crypto Asset Valuation Insanity

A crypto hedge fund co-founder argues that while crypto investors are going wild today, the markets will eventually return to real valuations.

Markets  ·  11 March 2018
Loans

NY Wealth Manager to Issue Loans Against Bitcoin

New York family office Dominion Capital is launching a product for a new breed of consumer that's "crypto rich" but low on cash.

Business  ·  9 March 2018
Investments

Bitmain Wants to Invest in Blockchain-Powered ‘Central Banks’

Bitmain CEO Jihan Wu said the bitcoin mining hardware giant intends to invest in as many as 30 startups working to create "private central banks."

Business  ·  7 March 2018
Bitcoin

Comcast Makes First Big Bet on a Multi-Blockchain Future

The venture capital arm of the $170 billion telecoms firm has made its first blockchain investment, one aimed at accelerating enterprise adoption.

Business  ·  7 March 2018
Investments

Liechtenstein Bank Opens Up Cryptocurrency Investment for Clients

A Liechtenstein bank has become one of the first in the world that allows clients to directly invest in cryptocurrencies.

Business  ·  2 March 2018
Investments

Digital Currency Group Invests in Bitcoin-Friendly Silvergate Bank

Cryptocurrency VC firm Digital Currency Group has confirmed an investment in bitcoin startup-friendly Silvergate Bank.

Business  ·  27 February 2018
Investments

Coinbase. Ripple. Uphold? Greg Kidd Defends His Boldest Bet Yet

Exuberant investor Gregg Kidd outlines his plans for Uphold, a profitable crypto startup that's largely flown under the radar until now.

Business  ·  19 February 2018
Investments

Comcast VC Arm Embarks on ‘Aggressive’ Blockchain Investing Plan

The VC arm of cable giant Comcast has formed a team to explore the number of ways it might profit from strategic blockchain investment.

Business  ·  13 February 2018
Cryptocurrency

India’s Tax Department Is Sending Notices to Crypto Investors

The chairman of India's Central Board of Direct Tax says the agency is sending notices to crypto investors that haven't declared their gains.

Policy & regulation  ·  9 February 2018
Bitcoin

$1,700? Even Bitcoin’s Bear Case Is Bullish

Despite the recent price plunge, ARK Invest's CEO remains convinced bitcoin is the first of its kind in a new asset class, one that is here to stay.

Markets  ·  9 February 2018
Cryptocurrency

State Retirement Funds in Tennessee Could Face Bitcoin Restriction

Tennessee lawmakers have put forward a new bill that would bar state government retirement funds from investing in cryptocurrencies.

Policy & regulation  ·  31 January 2018
Bitcoin

I Don’t Hate Cryptocurrency, But…

Angel investor and entrepreneur Jason Calacanis argues that the cryptocurrency boom will end badly for most investors.

Markets  ·  31 January 2018
Cryptocurrency

IMF Calls for International Cooperation on Crypto

The IMF has voiced concerns over the risks involved with cryptocurrencies and has called for global talks and cooperation.

Policy & regulation  ·  22 January 2018
Futures

Warren Buffett: Cryptocurrencies Will Come to a ‘Bad Ending’

Billionaire investor Warren Buffett said cryptocurrencies would come to a "bad ending" in a new interview Wednesday.

Markets  ·  10 January 2018