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Febriyana Muhammad
October 12, 2019, 10:16:03 AM
#46
Government don't like cryptocurrency because decentralized.
So Alipay is a product from Alibaba, where we know Alibaba is company with controlled by government.
There government also communist.
So i am not suprised they also want Alipay block the Bitcoin. I hope cryptocurrency will get heart from their government.
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October 12, 2019, 09:50:21 AM
#45
They are really serious in closing down anything that has to do with bitcoin.

It will hurt the Chinese investors and I think this is why they are migrating in different countries mostly Asian which is near their homeland.
Not just business but also to avoid the strict rules of their own country.
I am not sure if the Chinese government is happy about this kind of events with their own countrymen.
Somehow, it does minimize their population, and also what is left is those who are loyal with them.
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October 12, 2019, 09:13:42 AM
#44
Their reason might be because they want to create their own cryptocurrency, so they are forcing many bitcoin related or connected companies , I am only thinking to the other exchanges what will they gonna do? We have many traders in china too, how could they sell or still buy bitcoins too? I think this is a bad news.

As far as I know, China banned Bitcoin right?

So I don't think this is obvious from that.

But I am confused since I read a thread here about the leader of China talking or like supporting Bitcoin but why is this happening? I don't know what will happen but I do know that it is banned in their country so I am not surprised here.

Yes, China wanted to excel in every aspect, and since Bitcoin did not originated from their country, they are banning it, but for sure they are planning something big for this, and one of it might be that they are planning to have and develop their own cryptocurrency.  China really wanted to be the top in every aspect, so they are doing this to create panic in the people so they can buy more.
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October 12, 2019, 07:44:53 AM
#43
Their reason might be because they want to create their own cryptocurrency, so they are forcing many bitcoin related or connected companies , I am only thinking to the other exchanges what will they gonna do? We have many traders in china too, how could they sell or still buy bitcoins too? I think this is a bad news.

As far as I know, China banned Bitcoin right?

So I don't think this is obvious from that.

But I am confused since I read a thread here about the leader of China talking or like supporting Bitcoin but why is this happening? I don't know what will happen but I do know that it is banned in their country so I am not surprised here.
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October 12, 2019, 06:59:59 AM
#42
Their reason might be because they want to create their own cryptocurrency, so they are forcing many bitcoin related or connected companies , I am only thinking to the other exchanges what will they gonna do? We have many traders in china too, how could they sell or still buy bitcoins too? I think this is a bad news.
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October 12, 2019, 02:13:14 AM
#41

I think what has happened is this: China closed down all the cryptocurrency exchanges back in early 2017. Then Binance tweeted to their Chinese users that they could buy bitcoin with Alipay. The Chinese authorities then put pressure on Alipay to close down any bitcoin related transactions, which is what they've done.


Actually, I was then excited to learn that Binance is going to open P2P trading for the Chinese market but deep inside I really have some doubts with it considering that China made a strong stand against Bitcoin and cryptocurrency way back 2017 and it seems there is no easing to that policy. Now, we understand that the government must have applied pressure on Alipay and WeChat not to deal with cryptocurrency in connection with that Binance announcement. This would have been a big breakthrough and can open up a lot of opportunities on many sides and for many people. The power of the government is certainly at play here and though it can never struck down Bitcoin it can however make things really difficult for people to adopt and use cryptocurrency. Now, to people who are always complaining against the USA in its strict policy on cryptocurrency, go figures!
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October 12, 2019, 02:05:58 AM
#40

I think what has happened is this: China closed down all the cryotocurrency exchanges back in early 2017.

Then Binance tweeted to their Chinese users that they could buy bitcoin with Alipay. The Chinese authorities then put pressure on Alipay to close down any bitcoin related transactions, which is what they've done.


You've got a point there mate but even if they put a stop on a payment services for those crypto related transaction via Alipay, Chinese citizens still have a lot of ways around to do any crypto transactions without getting notice by their authorities because we all know that Chinese are very good at doing business once they've set their mind into it. The Alipay crypto transactions just got exposed that's all.
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October 12, 2019, 01:39:28 AM
#39
Is anyone still surprises by the bitch move of China.

We have seen this already specially what they do to their local exchanges back in 2017. And as far as I can remember, there are news that surfaces this year that they're going to put a full blown hammer ban on crypto mining.

We all know that reason behind of all this and I do hope that it won't affect the market price negatively and we should all move from this Chinese news, we us crypto enthusiast are getting tired from all the negativity coming from this government.

I'm not sure if it's relevant to say that when they are spreading this kind of news the opposite happens. Let see if this hammer thing will take effect to the entire economy of bitcoin. China's influence is far being forgotten so even they will completely ban this system to their jurisdiction there's still another country to embrace and keep the flow alive.

Stay optimistic and let time judge what direction this news will bring to the industry. Set your target  and continue gaining the benefits.

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October 12, 2019, 01:36:06 AM
#38
Binance tweeted to their Chinese users that they could buy bitcoin with Alipay. The Chinese authorities then put pressure on Alipay to close down any bitcoin related transactions, which is what they've done.

Alipay didn't issue a new ban, they reaffirmed their existing one. I don't think the government was involved. It was probably a knee jerk reaction by Alipay to CZ's announcement. Dovey Wan elaborates:

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I personally think it‘s Binance OTC announcement claimed “support Wechat/Alipay” triggered such “declaration of innocence” from Wechat/Alipay .. it’s a very common compliant PR work in China
https://twitter.com/DoveyWan/status/1182265159844126721
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October 12, 2019, 01:17:39 AM
#37
This move doesn't make a lot of sense to be honest. Why would they allow Binance to operate in China but then limit them and not let people use Alipay to buy crypto-currencies? It feels counterproductive.

It's crazy what lengths they are going to pressure customers and other companies, I wouldn't be surprised if they fully make sure Chinese people can't use any currencies to buy their crypto.

Only time can tell, but with this and the stuff they are doing the blizzard, doesn't look good for us.
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October 12, 2019, 12:52:39 AM
#36
The Chinese government is becoming more and more authoritarian, and many of the rich citizens are trying to get out. A few days back, I read this article that appeared in the BBC:

https://www.bbc.com/news/business-49958628

The Vanuatu government now receives 30% of its revenue from the sale of passports, and Chinese citizens account for more than 90% of the sales. This shows how desperate the Chinese nouveau riche has become. The government is trying to limit the fund outflow by any hook or crook, while the ordinary Chinese are getting more innovative with that.

Clamping down on Bitcoin is not going to do anything good for the Chinese government. You can't really enslave people in today's world. If they try to close down one loophole, then ten others will appear on its place.
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October 11, 2019, 09:00:39 PM
#35
Not necessarily China itself, but just Alipay maybe?

The crack down is understandably so because Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies are a direct competitor of payment services such as Alipay. They are threatened by crypto because they know the potential crypto has to undermine their service. They can't stop progress tho, eventually crypto may put them out of business.

Alipay is China just as China is Alipay. They are almost equal. Any business, especially the billion-worth company in China is also China. Because the authoritarian country does not allow businesses to grow if they do not represent their ideas and vision, and if they do not follow what the country wants. We cannot see this decision as a free decision of the company. There is always a hand of China seen all over this decision.
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October 11, 2019, 06:10:52 PM
#34
Is anyone still surprises by the bitch move of China.

We have seen this already specially what they do to their local exchanges back in 2017. And as far as I can remember, there are news that surfaces this year that they're going to put a full blown hammer ban on crypto mining.

We all know that reason behind of all this and I do hope that it won't affect the market price negatively and we should all move from this Chinese news, we us crypto enthusiast are getting tired from all the negativity coming from this government.
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October 11, 2019, 05:57:33 PM
#33
China doesn't want money from China leaving China.

Much like Jack Ma can leave the country, his family can leave the country, but they can't leave the country at the same time.
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October 11, 2019, 05:48:23 PM
#32
I also think that Alipay was pressed on time. In fact, if what CZ said came to life, we would get a very large and juicy gateway for bitcoin transactions.
But as we already know, China is trying to distance itself from cryptocurrency, why - it is not clear. I think all this is a planned speculation that may well translate into approval of transactions in Alipay.
We never know their plan and what makes them keep away from crypto involvement is still a mystery. Maybe we could say it is all about economic conflicts or they just want to retain the use of their own currency.
Many times that China did this but it won't make its people stop their interest in crypto and I believe a lot of Chinese people are using this one secretly.
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October 11, 2019, 04:50:03 PM
#31
We have a saying in our language. It is "if there is a smoke, there has to be a fire. Since China is trying to ban-crack down bitcoin, this means that there are people in their countr who want to have bitcoin. This is a good sign for us in terms of mass adoption. People in China are trying to have some freedom. For bitcoin, through its system, it can't be fully banned. China can't ban buying people bitcoin. So, nothing to worry for their actions.
How it is a good sign if the government itself want to ban bitcoin or trying to forbid the citizens from using bitcoin even if people there want to use bitcoin which means adoption but if they don't have a way to buy one that means the adoption is as good as nothing.
a country like china is always expected to ban everything that didn't align to their political agenda and bitcoin could potentially threatening their economy by making the money coming out from china and furthermore it is decentralized which no government have a control over it.
It is indeed such a waste of potential considering that china is a big country and the people there I'm pretty sure is interested on using bitcoin, some major miners back then coming from china if im not mistaken.
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October 11, 2019, 04:41:53 PM
#30
We have a saying in our language. It is "if there is a smoke, there has to be a fire. Since China is trying to ban-crack down bitcoin, this means that there are people in their countr who want to have bitcoin. This is a good sign for us in terms of mass adoption. People in China are trying to have some freedom. For bitcoin, through its system, it can't be fully banned. China can't ban buying people bitcoin. So, nothing to worry for their actions.
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October 11, 2019, 04:01:49 PM
#29
and then, china have own digital coins, and all people who using it can be trackable,
and there are no people who don't pay taxes, and the most important,no money goes out of the country for ,well maybe chinese goverment think, "stupid investement".
did iam wrong ?
well, the point what i got its , china Already consider altcoins as something bad, btw , i just curious, how about chinese miner ?
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October 11, 2019, 03:38:18 PM
#28
I think it's nothing new. China has already banned cryptocurrencies long back ago. With Binance introducing CNY pairs for p2p trading It's obvious that a new avenue has been created for all bitcoin buyers and sellers. The most used thing in this deal would be Alipay as it's the most used mobile wallet people would definitely go on to make their payments using it which is why they are pretty much clearing their stance. I know they won't be taking any action because it would be certainly impossible for them to trace out such people involved in selling and buying of btc because transactions would go directly to other users. I think it's just an initiative by Alipay to clear their guard and nothing else.
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October 11, 2019, 02:35:50 PM
#27
The latest attempt features Alipay (payment processor):

https://cointelegraph.com/news/official-alipay-to-ban-all-bitcoin-related-transactions

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Alipay, the digital payment arm of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba, has declared that it will be banning any transactions related to Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies.

On Oct. 10, Alipay reiterated its anti-crypto stance in a Twitter thread, which warned that the company is closely monitoring over-the-counter transactions to identify irregular behavior and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Alipay wrote:

    “If any transactions are identified as being related to bitcoin or other virtual currencies, @Alipay immediately stops the relevant payment services.”

This move follows various reports that Alipay is being used for BTC transactions.

Binance uses Alipay for buying crypto

On Oct. 9, major crypto exchange Binance confirmed on Twitter that it has begun accepting fiat currencies through online payment service Alipay and mobile messaging and payment app WeChat.

Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, clarified that the exchange is not working directly with WeChat or Alipay, and users are still able to use them for peer-to-peer transactions.

This announcement followed the implementation of Binance’s peer-to-peer trading for Bitcoin, Ether (ETH) and Tether (USDT) against the Chinese yuan (CNY) earlier, as reported by Cointelegraph.

I think what has happened is this: China closed down all the cryotocurrency exchanges back in early 2017.

Then Binance tweeted to their Chinese users that they could buy bitcoin with Alipay. The Chinese authorities then put pressure on Alipay to close down any bitcoin related transactions, which is what they've done.

I don't think this news will affect the price of bitcoin in the medium and long term. Even as we have seen, it did not affect price of bitcoin even in the short term. Crypto currency market has experienced this kind of news many times, and we have learned from these experiences that cryptocurrencies cannot be banned and they become stronger as they try to prohibit them.
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