Google users are keen to understand what Bitcoin actually is — more than anything else, data reveals. Google data shows ‘What is Bitcoin?’ was the most popular search question in the United States and United Kingdom for 2018, showing Bitcoin (BTC) has topped public consciousness online this year. Capping various achievements in search rankings over […]
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Revolut fiat and cryptocurrency app has obtained a banking license in Lithuania. Crypto-friendly fintech startup Revolut has obtained a banking license in Lithuania, technology news outlet TechCrunch reported Dec. 12. As the report states, the startup obtained a license through the Bank of Lithuania and “is leveraging passporting rules to operate in other European countries.” […]
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U.S. Rep. Warren Davidson suggests building a border wall using blockchain and “wall coins.” Ohio Republican Congressman Warren Davidson suggested raising money to build a wall on the border with Mexico using blockchain, in an interview on NPR Dec. 12. Davidson, who is known for his pro-crypto initiatives, spoke on NPR’s Morning Edition with host […]
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Gaming hardware producer Razer has launched its redesigned native virtual currencies and a desktop SoftMiner. United States-based gaming hardware manufacturer Razer has redesigned its native virtual currencies and loyalty system and launched a desktop mining app, according to a blog post published on Dec. 12. Founded in 2005, Razer has become a leading gaming hardware […]
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Basis’ CEO has confirmed the stablecoin is shutting down due to regulatory concerns over its “secondary token” implementation. The United States-based stablecoin project Basis has officially confirmed that it will close operations and refund investors in comments to Bloomberg today, Dec. 13. According to Basis’ CEO Nader Al-Naji, the decision to close the project was […]
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Major crypto bull Tom Lee has stated that the fair value of Bitcoin is “significantly” higher than its current price. Cryptocurrency bull and co-founder of Fundstrat Global Advisors Thomas Lee said that the “fair value of Bitcoin (BTC) is significantly higher than the current price,” Bloomberg reported on Dec. 13. In a note delivered on […]
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Orbs, an Israeli blockchain startup, has received an investment from South Korea’s largest messaging app operator Kakao. South Korea’s largest messaging app operator Kakao has invested in Orbs, an Israeli blockchain startup, Reuters reports Dec. 13. The report states that Orbs did not disclose the size of the investment. Moreover, the startup reportedly explained that […]
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Mining and blockchain software company Bitfury partners with global consulting group PwC to launch a blockchain accelerator in Russia. Big four consulting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has partnered with mining and blockchain software company Bitfury Group to create a blockchain accelerator for businesses in Russia, according to a PwC press release today, Dec. 13. The release […]
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After seeing a small rebound yesterday, crypto markets are again in the red, Bitcoin trading around $3,400. Thursday, Dec. 13: after seeing a small rebound yesterday, crypto markets are experiencing another mild decline, with 19 out of the top 20 cryptocurrencies by market cap in red. Market visualization from Coin360 Top cryptocurrency Bitcoin (BTC) has […]
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The number of crypto users has nearly doubled in the first three quarters of this year, according to a recently published study. Cryptocurrency gained 17 million “verified users” this year, according to a study published by the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance Dec. 12. According to the study, data show that in the first three […]
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