June 25, 2019
In the cryptocurrency and blockchain world, very few projects managed to achieve a prominent status. Especially when it comes to applications or platforms built to improve mainstream adoption, most efforts come up woefully short. The Brave browser is one notable exception in this regard, and it seems a few new currencies will be receiving in-browser support fairly soon. The Major Cryptocurrencies While Brave supports Basic Attention Token as a utility token, it is a well-known secret cryptocurrency support will be integrated at some point. Up until now, most people assumed this would revolve around just Bitcoin, but that is not the case. Instead, it seems seven different cryptocurrencies will be introduced over the coming months. That is a rather interesting development for many different reasons. Among the list of to-be supported currencies are Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, XRP, and Dash. All […]
June 25, 2019
Iran plans to cut off power to crypto mining until new energy prices are approved, an official at Iran’s Ministry of Energy revealed
June 25, 2019
Walmart China to monitor fresh food progress through the supply chain using Vechain’s Thor blockchain
June 25, 2019
Following a recent oracle issue, Synthetix will reverse the misplaced 37 million synthetic ether in exchange for a bug bounty
June 25, 2019
Bitcoin rewards application Lolli adds Hotels.com as a new partner, allowing users to earn bitcoin from purchases online
June 25, 2019
Europol has arrested 6 individuals arrested in connection with a multimillion dollar theft with authorities claiming they stole bitcoin via typosquatting
June 25, 2019
They say it’s not what you know but who you know. Of course, when trading Bitcoin, what you know is kinda important too. Following on from our rundown of on-chain metrics, here are a bunch of useful off-chain indicators that no trader should be without. And possibly a few more on-chain metrics too. Again, these are compiled from a guide by crypto-analyst, Adam Taché. Mayer Multiple The ‘Mayer Multiple’ is one of the most popular metrics and derives from the current price divided by the 200-day moving average (200-MA). The average value is 1.39, and historically, when it becomes equal to or greater than 2.4 it will retrace to under 1.5. Spent Output Profit Ratio The ‘Spent Output Profit Ratio’ (SOPR) tracks profits or losses made on a spent output and can be used as a marker for local tops […]
June 25, 2019
Crypto exchange Kraken has raised $13.5 million from 2264 investors in its latest fundraising round
June 25, 2019
Digital assets have become very valuable over the last few years, spawning a string of devices that protect cryptocurrencies from malware and mishandling. Now there’s a company called Guns N’ Bitcoin that offers a durable case called the Scorpion that holds not only a hardware wallet, but also three types of full to compact pistols and magazines for the gun. Guns N’ Bitcoin believes crypto enthusiasts should guard their “pocket-sized Swiss bank accounts” with a case that can protect people’s assets from the elements as well as physical attacks. Also read: Tony Hawk Foundation Added to Bitpay’s 100 Crypto Supporting Nonprofits Its a Jungle out There and Guns N’ Bitcoin Wants to Keep Your Crypto Safe There’s a startup that believes people should protect their digital assets with a case that holds your firearm and your hardware wallet all in […]
June 25, 2019
The CFTC has approved U.S.-based regulated crypto derivatives platform LedgerX’s operation as a designated contract market
June 25, 2019
Abkhazia’s Ministry of Economy has approved a bill on crypto mining and sent it to the Cabinet of Ministers of the republic
June 25, 2019
Last week Bitcoin.com rebranded and to celebrate the new look, we’ve decided to give away a bunch of prizes to our followers. This week we’re giving out a Keepkey hardware wallet, collectors coins, Bitcoin.com Store vouchers and t-shirts with our new logo. Also Read: Trading Cryptocurrencies Like a Boss Takes Time and Research Grab Some Swag Courtesy of Bitcoin.com We designed Bitcoin.com to be the go-to web portal for all your Bitcoin needs and over the last four years we’ve been prepping to serve billions of people worldwide with our educational resources, tools and services. Last week we rebranded our website with a whole new palette of colors, a fresh design, and a popping new logo. After six months of hard work and determination, we finished the rebrand and showed the world our new look. In order to celebrate the […]
June 25, 2019
More and more cryptocurrency trading platforms are coming to market in recent months. That is a very positive development for the industry, as well as enthusiasts globally. More competition will strengthen the trading platforms in question, which ultimately benefits the users. The newly launched GO.Exchange is rather interesting to keep an eye on, as this launch marks a major milestone for the OmiseGO team. Focusing on Transparency Anyone who has kept an eye on cryptocurrency exchange reports over the past few years may have noticed a peculiar trend. More specifically, there have been concerns regarding fake trading volume and potential price manipulation for quite some time. Proving those claims are true is very difficult, but it is evident a push for transparency is what this industry needs most right now. As such, the Go.Exchange platform will push toward transparency to […]
June 25, 2019
A current or former Chainalysis employee has gone rogue and conducted an AMA on r/Bitcoin in which he disclosed sensitive information about the company’s blockchain forensics capabilities. The whistleblower then appears to have had a change of heart and deleted all their comments. Thankfully, the internet never forgets. The comments remain archived on Removeddit.com and they provide a fascinating insight into one of the most hated companies in crypto. Also read: Tony Hawk Foundation Added to Bitpay’s 100 Crypto Supporting Nonprofits Chainalysis Has Its Dirty Secrets Aired in Public As a company that works hand in glove with law enforcement, governments, defense contractors and other three-letter agencies, Chainalysis is secretive about the sauce that makes up its proprietary tech. The company was dismayed, therefore, to discover that an anonymous employee was conducting an ask me anything (AMA) on Reddit on […]
June 25, 2019
Facebook’s Libra must comply with anti-money laundering regulation and needs banking licenses, according to the Bank of France Governor
June 25, 2019
It’s the season of travel and if you want to surprise someone with a trip, you can now do it using cryptocurrencies like bitcoin cash (BCH). Flightgiftcard.com is a Dutch website that allows you to order airline vouchers and send them to your friends and family with a personal message. Also read: BCH Can Be the Global Coin for Daily Spending, Says Italian Crypto Executive Flightgiftcard Lets You Customize Gift Cards for Air Travels When buying a voucher from Flightgiftcard, you can choose between three different options. Printout and Email are the fastest as they take only a few minutes to order. In the first case you’ll receive a PDF file in your inbox with customized text and image, while the Ecard, or Evideo, can be emailed to the recipient. You can also purchase a physical luxury gift card and […]
June 25, 2019
The U.S. largest bank, JPMorgan, expects to pilot its own cryptocurrency project JPM Coin around the end of 2019, Bloomberg reports
June 25, 2019
Plouton says it has chosen california to host a giant bitcoin mining facility
June 25, 2019
P2P cryptocurrency solutions project Liquality has launched its interface for cross-chain atomic swaps between bitcoin, ether and stablecoin dai on the mainnet
June 25, 2019
Media fallacy wrongly identifies Facebook as main driver of bitcoin price surge
June 25, 2019
Ex-Trump advisor and conservative economist Stephen Moore has joined a stablecoin project that aspires to function as a new type of central bank
June 25, 2019
Bitcoin doubters are having a really hard time, according to Nexo executive, Antoni Trenchev
June 25, 2019
On June 24, well known nonprofit the Tony Hawk Foundation revealed it is now accepting cryptocurrencies for donations through Bitpay. The foundation founded by the pro skater Tony Hawk has funded 623 skatepark projects and now people can donate with BCH and BTC. With the latest collaboration, Bitpay now services over 100 nonprofit organizations processing $37 million in donations over the last three years. Also read: BCH Development Fund Doubles Its Goal After a Successful Month Tony Hawk Foundation Now Supports Crypto Payments Tony Hawk is one of the most recognizable professional skateboarders of all time. The American athlete has influenced generations of kids and young adults to jump on a four-wheeled board. Hawk not only created dozens of the tricks we know of today, but he was always relatable and funny in movies like Gleaming the Cube and the […]
June 25, 2019
The Raspberry Pi Foundation released a new, more powerful model of its miniscule single-board computer, which costs $35 a pop and can run full nodes on the bitcoin network
June 25, 2019
Tron price regained strength and recently traded above the key $0.0358 resistance against the US Dollar. TRX price is now trading above the $0.0380 level and it may soon test the $0.0400 level. There is a rising channel in place with support near $0.0385 on the 4-hours chart (data feed via Bitfinex). The price is likely to gain momentum towards the $0.0420 and $0.0440 levels in the near term. TRON price is showing a lot of positive signs above $0.0380 against the US Dollar, but struggled vs bitcoin. TRX price must continue to rise as long as BTC remains in an uptrend. Tron Price Analysis This past week, there was an important break in TRON price above the $0.0340 resistance against the US Dollar. The TRX/USD pair gained strength and traded above the $0.0350 resistance plus the 55 simple moving […]
June 25, 2019
As bitcoin price soars, the ATM market is hitting its own records this week
June 25, 2019
Ethereum price climbed higher sharply and settled above the $300 level against the US Dollar. ETH price completed a downside correction near $300 and it is currently climbing towards $320. There is a major bullish continuation pattern forming with resistance near $316 on the 4-hours chart (data feed from Coinbase). The price is likely to surge above the $320 and $325 resistance levels in the coming sessions. Ethereum price is gaining pace above $312 against the US Dollar. ETH might continue to grind higher, with chances of a push above the $325 and $332 levels. Ethereum Price Analysis In the past few days, there was a strong rise in Ethereum price above the $280 and $285 resistances against the US Dollar. The ETH/USD pair even broke the key $300 resistance and settled above the 55 simple moving average (4-hours). The […]
June 25, 2019
Nothing grabs the attention more than an epic price pump of any asset. Bitcoin is no different; however the groups of those against it, probably because they don’t comprehend it, are starting to emerge from their caves hollering about bubbles once again. Bitcoin Is A Bubble … Again We heard it all before in 2017; ‘Bitcoin is a bubble that will burst’. Granted, BTC did fall over 80% the following year but has since recovered back to just 45% in the past few months. Since its bottom of $3,200 in mid-December, bitcoin has made over 250% to current levels and does not look like stopping there. Naturally, its energetic performance over the past few months has riled the rafts of those that still hold the opinion that BTC is a speculative bubble. American libertarian, stockbroker, financial commentator, and radio personality, […]
June 25, 2019
Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire believes non-sovereign cryptos such as bitcoin will see continued growth despite the emergence of assets such as Facebook’s Libra and stablecoins
June 25, 2019
Bitcoin is busy deleting the last traces of its 2018 bear market
June 25, 2019
The FATF (Financial Action Task Force) has revealed updated guidelines that would require cryptocurrency and digital asset exchanges—and potentially independent business owners and crypto holders—to share sensitive customer information as VASPs (Virtual Asset Service Providers), compromising user privacy and restricting crypto market access. Also read: BCH Development Fund Doubles Its Goal After a Successful Month The Incoming Deluge Regulations have value. In a private business they are boundaries and expectations set by the owner, and adhered to voluntarily by those that utilize their service. Management-imposed regulations in a private brokerage firm can keep irresponsible practices such as selling heavily margined stocks and other credit scams to naïve, desperate, and gullible investors to a minimum, for example. However, when regulations move beyond the realm of private property, and into the field of force and coercion—applied to all individuals regardless of property […]
June 25, 2019
There has been no Monday correction for Bitcoin this week as the top cryptocurrency has held on to its weekend gains. With market dominance, a touch under 60% many traders and crypto aficionados are beginning to wonder if the altcoins will ever recover. Bitcoin Price Holding Steady Above $11000 Bitcoin is back at its 2019 high of just over $11,200 at the moment. It has spent most of the past day consolidating around $10,800 but started heading north again during the morning’s Asian trading session. Since the same time, last week BTC has made a solid 20% and has shown no signs of slowing down. Bitcoin price 1 hour candles – Tradingview.com There is a lot of resistance in the $11,700 region but that has not thwarted Bitcoin previously. A correction right now would be healthy though as parabolic charts […]
June 25, 2019
The number of approved cryptocurrency exchanges has been growing in the Philippines. In addition to 11 operators registered by the central bank, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, there are 37 other crypto exchange operators licensed by the government-owned Cagayan Economic Zone Authority. Also read: FATF Releases Global Standards for Crypto Assets 11 Crypto Exchanges Registered by Central Bank The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has registered 11 cryptocurrency exchanges, allowing them to operate in the country, according to the most recent list of Remittance and Transfer Companies with Money Changing or Foreign Exchange Dealing and Virtual Currency (VC) Exchange Service. The licensees are Betur Inc. dba Coins.ph, Rebittance Inc., Bloomsolutions Inc., Virtual Currency Philippines Inc., Etranss Remittance International Corp., Fyntegrate Inc., Zybi Tech Inc., Bexpress Inc., Coinville Phils Inc., Aba Global Philippines Inc., and Bitan Moneytech Co. Ltd. The central […]
June 25, 2019
An asset platform that allows for the minting and trading of synthetic assets recently lost over 37 million synthetic ether in an apparent oracle attack
June 25, 2019
Photo by Clint Adair on Unsplash Deploying a smart contract these days is easier than you think. By combining a popular framework called Embark with Chainstack’s capability to quickly deploy Ethereum nodes on the Mainnet, smart contract deployment is as easy as sending an email. Dependencies Before continuing, you should install these dependencies: NodeJS & NPM Geth Once we’ve installed these dependencies, we can install Embark. npm install -g embark Also you should install Metamask to simplify the interaction process later on. Smart Contracts Fractional ownership of a high value asset can be made possible via smart contracts. The Lisa Mona, a piece of artwork that costs approximately $100,000,000 is up for auction to small retail investors. Since retail investors do not have the funds to purchase the Lisa Mona in its entirety, the Lisa Mona can be represented by 1000 tokens on the Ethereum […]
June 25, 2019
Batteries have changed our society forever, although the concept itself still warrants some further improvements. For many years now, technology companies and researchers have tried to extend battery life through various means. It now seems the University of Tokyo may have come up with the perfect solution. Its self-repairing electrode material can store electricity and thus impact battery life in a major way. Self-repairing Electrode Material Changes Everything To this date, no one even considered the possibility of extended the life of a battery through self-repairing electrode material. If the findings of the University of Tokyo are to be believed, that situation will come to change in the years ahead. Researchers discovered a way to potentially increase battery life at no additional cost. In fact, the overall performance of a battery would never suffer from degradation again. To put this […]