Venezuelan Bitcoin Volume Rallies With Bolivar Redenomination
Venezuela’s peer-to-peer (P2P) Bitcoin trading volume has rallied to record highs on Localbitcoins, the most popular P2P Bitcoin trading site in the world. This massive surge of Bitcoin trading in Venezuela likely has to do with the turbulent switch from the Bolivar Fuerte (VEF) to Sovereign Bolivar (VES)
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Yahoo Finance Now Offers Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum Trading
Yahoo Finance, the financial branch of the major search engine Yahoo, is now offering buy and sell buttons for Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Ethereum.
Yahoo used to be one of the biggest search engines in the world but started to decline from the top ranks in the late 2000s. It is still a major platform used internationally though and pulls in billions of dollars of revenue per year. Yahoo Finance provides a full suite of financial information for all tradeable assets like stocks and commodities, and usually has links to brokerage firms for buying and selling.
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Yahoo Finance, the financial branch of the major search engine Yahoo, is now offering buy and sell buttons for Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Ethereum.
Yahoo used to be one of the biggest search engines in the world but started to decline from the top ranks in the late 2000s. It is still a major platform used internationally though and pulls in billions of dollars of revenue per year. Yahoo Finance provides a full suite of financial information for all tradeable assets like stocks and commodities, and usually has links to brokerage firms for buying and selling.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/yahoo-finance-now-offers-bitcoin-litecoin-ethereum-trading/
New Technology Stores Crypto Private Keys in DNA
A biotechnology firm called Carverr is using an innovative new method to store cryptocurrency private keys in synthetic deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) at the cost of USD 1,000.
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A biotechnology firm called Carverr is using an innovative new method to store cryptocurrency private keys in synthetic deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) at the cost of USD 1,000.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/new-technology-stores-crypto-private-keys-in-dna/
Brazilian Government Inspects Activities of Local Crypto Exchanges
In an apparent government crackdown on corruption and money laundering, Brazilian cryptocurrency exchanges have been given a 14-point survey to fill out detailing a number of areas in their operations.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/brazilian-government-inspects-activities-of-local-crypto-exchanges/
In an apparent government crackdown on corruption and money laundering, Brazilian cryptocurrency exchanges have been given a 14-point survey to fill out detailing a number of areas in their operations.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/brazilian-government-inspects-activities-of-local-crypto-exchanges/
Russian Lawmaker Suggests Crypto for Arms Exports to Avoid Sanctions
A senior Russian lawmaker has said he believes a cryptocurrency backed by gold may be the right course of action to avoid Western-imposed sanctions on arms exports.
Vladimir Gutenev, first deputy head of the economic policy Committee at the State Duma, has called on Moscow to suspend all shared treaties with the US including the non-proliferation of missile technologies and to adopt cryptocurrency in order to avoid USD-based commerce. He called this an ”asymmetric response to the US”
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A senior Russian lawmaker has said he believes a cryptocurrency backed by gold may be the right course of action to avoid Western-imposed sanctions on arms exports.
Vladimir Gutenev, first deputy head of the economic policy Committee at the State Duma, has called on Moscow to suspend all shared treaties with the US including the non-proliferation of missile technologies and to adopt cryptocurrency in order to avoid USD-based commerce. He called this an ”asymmetric response to the US”
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/russian-lawmaker-suggests-crypto-for-arms-exports-to-avoid-sanctions/
California in Trend with Blockchain Introduction into State Legislation
A bill has passed both houses of the Californian state legislature which, if brought into law, will define blockchain and require the forming of a government blockchain group within a year.
The bill AB 2658 is now awaiting Californian governor Jerry Brown’s approval. If implemented, it would define blockchain as “a mathematically secured, chronological, and decentralized ledger or database“, representing a huge step in accepting blockchain in the state and elsewhere in the US
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/california-in-trend-with-blockchain-introduction-into-state-legislation/
A bill has passed both houses of the Californian state legislature which, if brought into law, will define blockchain and require the forming of a government blockchain group within a year.
The bill AB 2658 is now awaiting Californian governor Jerry Brown’s approval. If implemented, it would define blockchain as “a mathematically secured, chronological, and decentralized ledger or database“, representing a huge step in accepting blockchain in the state and elsewhere in the US
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/california-in-trend-with-blockchain-introduction-into-state-legislation/
University of Malta Announces Blockchain Scholarship Fund
A EUR 300,000 blockchain scholarship has been announced on the island of Malta in a partnership between the University of Malta and the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA).
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/university-of-malta-announces-blockchain-scholarship-fund/
A EUR 300,000 blockchain scholarship has been announced on the island of Malta in a partnership between the University of Malta and the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA).
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/university-of-malta-announces-blockchain-scholarship-fund/
South America: Crypto and Blockchain News Roundup, 24th to 30th August 2018
South America
Welcome to our weekly roundup of all important blockchain and cryptocurrency news from around the world. Follow the latest developments in the cryptocurrency space continent by continent, country by country
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South America
Welcome to our weekly roundup of all important blockchain and cryptocurrency news from around the world. Follow the latest developments in the cryptocurrency space continent by continent, country by country
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/south-america-crypto-and-blockchain-news-roundup-24th-to-30th-august-2018/
Japanese Actress Takes Role with Tokyo Police to Fight Cybercrime
Japanese singer and actress Rie Kitahara has appeared on behalf of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department in a public awareness campaign against cybercrime including crypto fraud.
Kitahara, well known in Japan as a singer in girl idol group Ngt48 and ex-band member of Akb48 and Ske48, took on the role of cybersecurity manager in a police department event in Tokyo. Some 1,700 guests attended the event last week which mainly focused on email phishing and fake websites. Ashai TV, who broadcast the event commented
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Japanese singer and actress Rie Kitahara has appeared on behalf of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department in a public awareness campaign against cybercrime including crypto fraud.
Kitahara, well known in Japan as a singer in girl idol group Ngt48 and ex-band member of Akb48 and Ske48, took on the role of cybersecurity manager in a police department event in Tokyo. Some 1,700 guests attended the event last week which mainly focused on email phishing and fake websites. Ashai TV, who broadcast the event commented
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/japanese-actress-takes-role-with-tokyo-police-to-fight-cybercrime/
Jeju Island Continues Push for Blockchain, ICO Special Zone
The proposal to establish Jeju Island as a blockchain and initial coin offering (ICO) hub in South Korea continues as the island’s governor pushes the concept during a governmental meeting.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/jeju-island-continues-push-for-blockchain-ico-special-zone/
The proposal to establish Jeju Island as a blockchain and initial coin offering (ICO) hub in South Korea continues as the island’s governor pushes the concept during a governmental meeting.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/jeju-island-continues-push-for-blockchain-ico-special-zone/
AP Collaborates with Blockchain Journalist Firm for Improved Ethics
The US-based not-for-profit news agency the Associated Press (AP) announced on Tuesday that it would join blockchain-based journalism startup Civil in a content licensing partnership.
The collaboration will allow Civil to access all of AP’s national and international content for use in Civil’s related newsrooms, receiving a direct license for use by AP. In exchange, AP will receive CVL tokens which will be reportedly be used to promote objectivity and accuracy in its work through supporting Civil’s internal economy.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/ap-collaborates-with-blockchain-journalist-firm-for-improved-ethics/
The US-based not-for-profit news agency the Associated Press (AP) announced on Tuesday that it would join blockchain-based journalism startup Civil in a content licensing partnership.
The collaboration will allow Civil to access all of AP’s national and international content for use in Civil’s related newsrooms, receiving a direct license for use by AP. In exchange, AP will receive CVL tokens which will be reportedly be used to promote objectivity and accuracy in its work through supporting Civil’s internal economy.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/ap-collaborates-with-blockchain-journalist-firm-for-improved-ethics/
Crypto to Come Under Microscope at Vienna EU Talks
The EU is ready for its next round of talks with the 28 member states ready to discuss digital assets and whether further legislation is needed.
The next round is scheduled to be held in the Austrian capital Vienna on 7 September and is said to include certain issues surrounding cryptocurrencies such as money laundering, tax evasion and terrorist financing, all subjects which have been of concern to EU legislators over recent years
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/crypto-to-come-under-microscope-at-vienna-eu-talks/
The EU is ready for its next round of talks with the 28 member states ready to discuss digital assets and whether further legislation is needed.
The next round is scheduled to be held in the Austrian capital Vienna on 7 September and is said to include certain issues surrounding cryptocurrencies such as money laundering, tax evasion and terrorist financing, all subjects which have been of concern to EU legislators over recent years
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/crypto-to-come-under-microscope-at-vienna-eu-talks/
India Considers Rupee-Backed Digital Currency to Combat Rising Fiat Cost
The Reserve Bank of India’s study to look at the feasibility of introducing a rupee-backed central bank digital currency was driven by the burden of current rising costs in printing paper fiat money.
The RBI suggests that there may be pressure put on other banks globally, particularly with the rise in interest in digital currencies for banking purposes. However, electronic fraud remains a concern, according to Financial Services company EY India. Company representative Manesh Makhia suggested, “The idea of a central bank-issued digital currency is very promising though issues around digital counterfeiting will need to be addressed."
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/india-considers-rupee-backed-digital-currency-to-combat-rising-fiat-cost/
The Reserve Bank of India’s study to look at the feasibility of introducing a rupee-backed central bank digital currency was driven by the burden of current rising costs in printing paper fiat money.
The RBI suggests that there may be pressure put on other banks globally, particularly with the rise in interest in digital currencies for banking purposes. However, electronic fraud remains a concern, according to Financial Services company EY India. Company representative Manesh Makhia suggested, “The idea of a central bank-issued digital currency is very promising though issues around digital counterfeiting will need to be addressed."
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/india-considers-rupee-backed-digital-currency-to-combat-rising-fiat-cost/
Over 40% of World’s Top 50 Universities Offer Crypto-Related Learning
US-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has published results of its recent survey, showing that 42% of the world’s top 50 universities offer at least one course relating to blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/over-40-of-worlds-top-50-universities-offer-crypto-related-learning/
US-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has published results of its recent survey, showing that 42% of the world’s top 50 universities offer at least one course relating to blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/over-40-of-worlds-top-50-universities-offer-crypto-related-learning/
Crypto Mining Farm to Harness Power of Entire River
DPW Holdings’ Super Crypto Mining subsidiary is going to be harnessing the power of an entire river to mine cryptocurrency. They have purchased a hydroelectric dam in Valatie Falls, New York, and are converting it into a crypto mining facility. The dam continuously produces 1 MW of clean renewable energy. The crypto mining farm is expected to launch by Q4 2018
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/crypto-mining-farm-to-harness-power-of-entire-river/
DPW Holdings’ Super Crypto Mining subsidiary is going to be harnessing the power of an entire river to mine cryptocurrency. They have purchased a hydroelectric dam in Valatie Falls, New York, and are converting it into a crypto mining facility. The dam continuously produces 1 MW of clean renewable energy. The crypto mining farm is expected to launch by Q4 2018
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/crypto-mining-farm-to-harness-power-of-entire-river/
Zuckerberg’s Sister Becomes Huobi Adviser
Mark Zuckerberg’s older sister, Randi Zuckerberg, is now a member of the Huobi Chain Expert Advisory Committee, alongside other experts such as Jihan Wu, the CEO of Bitmain. Mark is the co-founder of Facebook, probably the biggest social media site in the world, and he personally has a net worth of USD 67.1 billion. Randi is a successful entrepreneur as well, she is the CEO of Zuckerberg Media, a content creation service headquartered in New York
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/zuckerbergs-sister-becomes-huobi-adviser/
Mark Zuckerberg’s older sister, Randi Zuckerberg, is now a member of the Huobi Chain Expert Advisory Committee, alongside other experts such as Jihan Wu, the CEO of Bitmain. Mark is the co-founder of Facebook, probably the biggest social media site in the world, and he personally has a net worth of USD 67.1 billion. Randi is a successful entrepreneur as well, she is the CEO of Zuckerberg Media, a content creation service headquartered in New York
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/zuckerbergs-sister-becomes-huobi-adviser/
Affluent Bangkok Community Uses Blockchain to Exchange Energy
Residents of an affluent Bangkok neighborhood have been trialing a blockchain platform that allows them to exchange renewably sourced electricity with one another.
The firms involved with the project claim that it is one of the world’s biggest blockchain platforms providing users with peer-to-peer renewable energy services; the total generating capacity of the platform totals 635 KW. It operates within the Bangkok city energy grid with right now just a mall, school, dental hospital and an apartment complex taking part but commercial operations are planned to start next month
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/affluent-bangkok-community-uses-blockchain-to-exchange-energy/
Residents of an affluent Bangkok neighborhood have been trialing a blockchain platform that allows them to exchange renewably sourced electricity with one another.
The firms involved with the project claim that it is one of the world’s biggest blockchain platforms providing users with peer-to-peer renewable energy services; the total generating capacity of the platform totals 635 KW. It operates within the Bangkok city energy grid with right now just a mall, school, dental hospital and an apartment complex taking part but commercial operations are planned to start next month
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/affluent-bangkok-community-uses-blockchain-to-exchange-energy/
Tron Reportedly Claims Stake in BitTorrent Inventor Project
Recent reports have revealed that the recent acquisition of BitTorrent by Tron has gone a step further with news of Tron getting a stake in the BitTorrent’s ex-owner’s latest cryptocurrency project, the Chia Network
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/tron-reportedly-claims-stake-in-bittorrent-inventor-project/
Recent reports have revealed that the recent acquisition of BitTorrent by Tron has gone a step further with news of Tron getting a stake in the BitTorrent’s ex-owner’s latest cryptocurrency project, the Chia Network
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/tron-reportedly-claims-stake-in-bittorrent-inventor-project/
Oxfam to Trial Blockchain to Improve Pricing for Cambodian Rice Farmers
Oxfam International is piloting a blockchain-based farming project that aims to ensure that rice farmers get a fair price for their produce.
With 50 organic rice farmers already on board, the Blockchain for Livelihoods from Organic Cambodian Rice project, also dubbed Blocrice, Oxfam intends to introduce the program across the country.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/oxfam-to-trial-blockchain-to-improve-pricing-for-cambodian-rice-farmers/
Oxfam International is piloting a blockchain-based farming project that aims to ensure that rice farmers get a fair price for their produce.
With 50 organic rice farmers already on board, the Blockchain for Livelihoods from Organic Cambodian Rice project, also dubbed Blocrice, Oxfam intends to introduce the program across the country.
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/oxfam-to-trial-blockchain-to-improve-pricing-for-cambodian-rice-farmers/
Moscow to Use Ethereum to Oversee Farmers’ Markets Allocations
Moscow is going ahead with plans to develop a system using the Ethereum blockchain which will simplify the allocation of commercial trading plots to farmers.
The system is designed to allocate some 1,500 trading spots which become available each year with 20,000 farmers scrambling for a foothold in the April to November agricultural season. The race for a livelihood is enormously competitive, with farmers from Russia and original federated states, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, all vying for a place to conduct weekend trade in the nation’s capital
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/moscow-to-use-ethereum-to-oversee-farmers-markets-allocations/
Moscow is going ahead with plans to develop a system using the Ethereum blockchain which will simplify the allocation of commercial trading plots to farmers.
The system is designed to allocate some 1,500 trading spots which become available each year with 20,000 farmers scrambling for a foothold in the April to November agricultural season. The race for a livelihood is enormously competitive, with farmers from Russia and original federated states, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, all vying for a place to conduct weekend trade in the nation’s capital
Read the full article at https://bitcoinnews.com/moscow-to-use-ethereum-to-oversee-farmers-markets-allocations/
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