Trading

Bitcoin

Why a Bitcoin Fork Is Not a ‘Stock Split’

Comparing a blockchain fork to a stock split? It might seem like a nice idea, but the comparison falls apart on closer inspection.

Markets  ·  2 August 2017
Bitcoin

The Problem with Bitcoin Price Charts (Explained in Two Charts)

Confused by bitcoin price charts? If you've been trading traditional assets, there's a good reason for that.

Markets  ·  1 August 2017
Bitcoin

ViaBTC Claims Neutrality Ahead of Bitcoin Cash’s Likely Launch

A controversial mining pool arguably at the center of bitcoin's upcoming Bitcoin Cash fork is opening up about its position and global perception.

Tech  ·  29 July 2017
Exchanges

Crypto Assets Trade 24/7 – And That Changes More Than Uptime

New to cryptocurrency? You may want to make a closer look at how its charts and prices function.

Markets  ·  24 July 2017
Bitcoin

Life in Crypto Time

Trading expert Tim Enneking compares the crypto asset space with the early days of the internet, where time just seemed to fly faster.

Markets  ·  22 July 2017
Trading

Investment Bank Affiliate Sells Shares for Cash in Blockchain Test

An affiliate of French corporate investment bank Natixis has sold shares to investors through a newly unveiled blockchain platform.

Business  ·  6 July 2017
Bitcoin

As Crypto Markets See Slowing Growth, Traders Look Long

As the cryptocurrency markets show signs of cooling, traders are beginning to emphasize a return to long-term strategic bets.

Markets  ·  16 June 2017
Europe

Swedish Government Utility Trials Blockchain Energy Transfers

The trading branch of Vattenfall, a leading Swedish power company wholly owned by the government, is testing a blockchain trading platform.

Business  ·  9 June 2017
Monero

What to Know Before Trading Monero

Monero, a privacy oriented currency that has generated widespread adoption, provides opportunities for traders. Here's what you should know.

Tech  ·  28 May 2017
Bitcoin

Consensus 2017: The Ups and Downs of Digital Currencies

Two panels at Consensus 2017 conference focused on both the promise and pitfalls of digital currencies and blockchain assets.

Policy & regulation  ·  24 May 2017
Bitcoin

Q1’s Top Performing Cryptocurrencies Saw Big Gains

The first quarter of 2017 saw dramatic price gains for the top cryptocurrencies, as the total market added nearly $7bn in value.

Markets  ·  21 April 2017
Gold

Bullion on the Blockchain: A New Gold Standard?

CoinDesk's Noelle Acheson puts blockchain gold trading trials within the wider context of changes in the precious metals markets.

Markets  ·  17 April 2017
Markets

Bitcoin Rebounds As Price Tops $1,100

Bitcoin prices have surged today, rising over 3% overall since the start of trading and at one stage topping $1,141.

Markets  ·  3 April 2017
Markets

Bitfinex Adds Market Trading For Dash (Again)

Exchange Bitfinex platform has added new markets for dash, the digital currency that has seen big price moves this week.

Markets  ·  3 March 2017
Trading

Major Banks Use Blockchain Prototype for Live Oil Trade

Two major European banks have released the initial results of a blockchain prototype focused on oil trading.

Markets  ·  22 February 2017