Does Professionalism Matter in Cryptocurrency?

With the global crypto market exploding to a capitalization of over half a trillion USD, the space has seen a surge in new teams, projects, and ambitions for the future. Recent graduates and established PhDs alike are joining the sphere every day in the hopes of contributing to a greater goal amid the growing adoption of cryptocurrency. Despite … Read more

Church in Zürich Accepts Donations in Bitcoin, BCH, Ether, Ripple and Stellar

While some mainstream media sources will have you believe that bitcoin is only used for buying illicit drugs, contracting hitmen and laundering money, the truth is that it is being used for so much more than that – just like fiat currency. The latest example is a religious body that now allows members to donate … Read more

Bitflyer Launches in Europe – Now Licensed on Three Continents

Japan’s leading cryptocurrency exchange Bitflyer has launched in Europe after obtaining a license to operate in the European Union. The exchange currently supports BTC/EUR trading, with a plan to add other cryptocurrencies later on this year. Also read: Cryptocurrency Activities Will Be Legal and Tax Free in Belarus Starting in March Bitflyer Launches in Europe Bitflyer … Read more

Bill Introduced to Make South Korean Officials Declare Their Crypto Investments

A bill has been introduced in South Korea to require public officials to declare their investments in cryptocurrencies including bitcoin. This initiative follows the recent controversies within the government regarding cryptocurrency regulations, including insider trading and market manipulation. Also read: South Korea Urges 23 Countries, EU, and IMF to Collaborate on Curbing Crypto Trading Bills for … Read more

PR: X Win Crypto Bet – the Right ICO Could Be the Best Way to Enrich Yourself

It is known, the investment process can eventually be destroyed by the initial coin offering (ICO) or ensuing token generation events. The new business model existing it the world of blockchain technology changes traditional fundraising campaigns in the way of clarity, transparent success and safety. Producing of the held-for-trading tokens raises the capital in this … Read more

Ethereum Network Congestion Forces Exchanges to Halt Withdrawals

Scaling problems that have been sporadically affecting the Ethereum network have resurfaced. While bulls and bears were battling it out in the markets, the Ethereum blockchain was fighting to restore some semblance of normal service. The congestion forced a number of exchanges to halt withdrawals, with one going so far as to advise customers to … Read more

Japan’s ‘Virtual Currency Girls’ Idol Group Performs First Crypto Educational Concert

Japan’s new female idol group “Virtual Currency Girls” performed their first live concert on Friday in Tokyo. Their songs incorporate reminders, advice, and warnings related to cryptocurrency trading. The girls receive their salaries in bitcoin and the show’s tickets and merchandise are also sold for the cryptocurrency. Also read: South Korea Urges 23 Countries, EU, and … Read more

Japan’s DMM Bitcoin Exchange Opens for Business With 7 Cryptocurrencies

Japanese e-commerce and entertainment giant DMM Group has launched its crypto exchange, supporting 7 cryptocurrencies and 14 trading pairs. The group is also preparing to launch another crypto exchange in the Spring aimed at inexperienced investors. Also read: South Korea Urges 23 Countries, EU, and IMF to Collaborate on Curbing Crypto Trading DMM’s Crypto Exchange Launched … Read more

Ethereum Price Peaks Above $1,300 as Market cap Inches Closer to Bitcoin’s

It is safe to say the cryptocurrency ecosystem is anything but stable right now. With Bitcoin still struggling for momentum, altcoins will struggle quite a bit as well. The one thing that sheds an interesting light on this entire debacle is Ethereum. More specifically, the Ethereum price keeps moving up every single day. Moreover, Ethereum … Read more

Markets Update: Exchange News from South Korea Brings the Bitcoin Bears

Cryptocurrency prices are sliding downwards since our last markets update, as the top ten digital assets are all seeing a loss of gains on January 8. BTC/USD markets reached a high of $17,200 on Saturday evening on January 6, but the value has dropped since then to a low of $13,900 per BTC. The price … Read more