New Cryptocurrency Rules Take Effect In South Korea
The long-awaited new cryptocurrency rules take effect in South Korea. The rules start to work on Thursday, February 1, 2018. The South Korean government sets these rules early.
Bitcoin News: Markets Update: Bears Claw Cryptocurrency Prices Down to New Lows
For those thinking that February might provide a cure for those seeking relief from dropping cryptocurrency prices, they were in for a rude awakening to usher in the month as cryptocurrency prices hit new lows Thursday and were still falling as this went to press near 10 pm EST.
Virtual Currency Girls Band Stays True to Crypto Despite Theft
A popular Japanese female singing group known for promotion of cryptocurrencies turned down an offer to be paid their salary in yen after Tokyo’s Coincheck exchange was forced by regulators to halt trading this week.
Poker Pro Doug Polk: 'We Need to Talk About Tether and Bitfinex'
Bloomberg is reporting that Bitfinex has been subpoenaed by U.S. regulators. This is all regarding Tether, which is claimed to be pegged to the U.S. Dollar. Apparently this subpoena was actually issued on December 6th, but we're just hearing about it today.
Bitcoin Falls Below $9000: $10,000–$10,313 Strong Resistance Zone
The price of Bitcoin fell below $9,000 for the first time in months shortly before Noon EST.
NYT: Worries Grow That Bitcoin Price Being Propped Up
The headline rang out late Wednesday night from the New York Times: Fears over Bitcoin's price being propped up and what this might mean for the cryptocurrency space.
Cloud Over Cryptocurrencies Shows Signs of Dissipating With Korea Court Ruling
For the first time, a South Korean court has ruled that Bitcoin does indeed have an economic value. In making this ruling, the court overturned an earlier court ruling which did not recognize the digital currency. The case involves the confiscation of 191 bitcoins.
Bitcoin Heading for Largest Monthly Decline in Three Years
The cryptocurrency Bitcoin is heading for its sharpest decline since January 2015, CNBC reported Wednesday morning.
Facebook Bans Cryptocurrency Advertising
Facebook announced Tuesday it would no longer allow advertising for any cryptocurrency products or services.
Bitcoin Plunges Nearly 10 Percent
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies were seeing a huge drop in price Tuesday following some modest stability in recent days.
How Hackers Can Steal Millions From Bitcoin Exchanges, Despite the Blockchain
Here's a look at the security concerns surrounding cryptocurrencies.
Bet on Super Bowl 52 Using Ripple
You can bet on Super Bowl 52 at Bookmaker using the cryptocurrency Ripple.
Bet on Super Bowl 52 Using Ethereum
You can bet on Super Bowl 52 at BetOnline using the cryptocurrency Ethereum.
Bet Super Bowl 52 Using Litecoin
You can bet Super Bowl 52 using the cryptocurrency Litecoin at BetOnline, the first online sportsbook to allow Litecoin transactions.
Cryptocurrency Scam Site Vanishes: 'Penis' Only Thing Left Standing
Prodeum is the latest cryptocurrency scam vehicle that has disappeared off the Net along with an untold number of investors monies.
The U.S. Now Warns Tougher Measures On Cryptocurrencies
Two separate agencies in the U.S. are planning a coupe. These organizations want to draft harsh measures that will guide the crypto markets. According to an article from the two agencies, all is not good.
South China Morning Post: The Bitcoin Party is Over, Blockchain Here to Stay
Kicking off the new week, the South China Morning Post has all but declared Bitcoin dead while praising the technology that empowers the cryptocurrency.
MyDFS Announces Its Cryptocurrency Now Available for Sale
Daily Fantasy Sports site MyDFS is betting blockchain to redefine its games through better transparency. The startup has just put its tokens on sale with a hard cap set at $100 million.
Roger Ver: Bitcoin Not What Was Described in Bitcoin White Paper
Roger Ver, one of the first to invest in Bitcoin and turn into a millionaire, these days has become a proponent of Bitcoin Cash. On Sunday, he tweeted as to why he believes Bitcoin is no longer the cryptocurrency he spent seven years of his life promoting.
Rating Agency Says Ethereum the Best Cryptocurrency: Bitcoin Gets C Grade
Ethereum has been rated the best cryptocurrency according to the rating agency Weiss Ratings, and this hasn't sat well with investors of Bitcoin Core, Bitcoin Cash or Ripple, among others.
Thugs Force Trader to Transfer Bitcoin Fortune, Terrorize Wife
Gun-toting robbers forced a wealthy currency trader to transfer his entire Bitcoin fortune in a Oxfordshire village home invastion. The man's wife was also tied up by the thugs.
Bitcoin Talk with Michael Bloomberg, Jim Cramer and Shark Tank Kevin Oleary
Bloomberg News founder Michael Bloomberg, CNBC's Jim Cramer and Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary give their opinions on the cryptocurrency craze, in particular Bitcoin, with these snippets from recent interviews.
Cboe’s Debut Bitcoin Futures Expires
The debut bitcoin futures in the history of cryptocurrency has expired. The expiry took place last week on Wednesday. During the expiry, the timing is bad. On Wednesday, January 17, 2018, the price of the bitcoin shrinks.
NBA’s Mavericks Fan To Buy Tickets Using Bitcoin
NBA is an international sport. As such, there are hundreds of millions of fans. These fans need to have suitable payment methods. That is why cryptocurrency markets are coming in.
Bank of Canada Governor: Bitcoin Trading is Gambling
Speaking about digital currencies, Bank of Canada Governor Stephen Poloz said: “They are crypto, but they’re not currencies" and went on to compare Bitcoin trading to gambling.
Church Elder on Trial for Trying to Hire Hitman With Bitcoin
Prosecutors say Stephen Allwine was engaging in multiple affairs and did not want to lose his position in the church by seeking a divorce.
Bitcoin Cash Games Introduced
Bitcoin.com has optioned to create a portal that uses Bitcoin Cash (BCH), making things far cheaper for gamers playing their odds.
Bitcoin Oracle Says Greater Demand for Bitcoin Cash in Future
'Bitcoin Oracle,' Vinny Lingham tells CNBC he believes the demand for Bitcoin Cash will be higher than Bitcoin Core in the future.
Ethereum Without a Transaction Fee Starting in February
Great news for investors in the cryptocurrency Ethereum as stock trading app Robinhood has announced it will no longer be charging transaction fees starting in February.
Ratings Firms Infuriate Bitcoin Investors: Ethereum the Best Cryptocurrency?
There is a new ratings system for cryptocurrencies and investors are not too thrilled. Weiss Ratings, claiming to be the first to offer such grading, has judged ethereum to be better than Bitcoin.
