Big Four auditing firm KPMG has identified the top four skills needed for a blockchain-related career. Big Four auditing firm KPMG has identified the top four skills needed for a blockchain-related career, in a press release shared with Cointelegraph on May 16. KPMG suggests that an increasing number of companies will investigate blockchain technology this […]
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Secretariat of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change signed an MoU with blockchain firm W-Foundation. A climate change initiative of the United Nations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with blockchain firm W-Foundation to collaborate on climate action, according to a press release shared with Cointelegraph on May 16. In accordance with the new […]
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Coinbase is reportedly negotiating the acquisition of the bitcoin custody business of cryptocurrency wallet provider Xapo for $50 million in cash. American major cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is reportedly negotiating the acquisition of the bitcoin (BTC) custody business of cryptocurrency wallet provider Xapo, technology-focused media outlet the Block reported on May 16. Sources familiar with the […]
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Latin America-based cryptocurrency startup Ripio has launched a trading platform, including an over-the-counter desk. Latin America-based cryptocurrency startup Ripio has launched a trading platform, including an over the counter (OTC) desk, according to a press release shared with Cointelegraph on May 16. Ripio’s newly launched platform will enable its customers in Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico […]
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While some trading bots have gained popularity among crypto enthusiasts, others have been used by unregulated exchanges for nefarious means. Trading bots have become a staple of today’s markets — especially in the 24-hour cryptocurrency industry. But while some have gained popularity by enabling enthusiasts to execute their strategies automatically and keep on top of […]
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Hong Kong cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform BitMEX claims that on average, its users don’t use the maximum 100x leverage. Hong Kong cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform BitMEX claims that on average, its users don’t use the maximum 100x leverage that the platform offers. BitMEX reported on the data in a post published on its official blog […]
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Dmitry Medvedev noted that since cryptocurrencies have lost some of their popularity, regulation is not that necessary. Crypto regulation is not a priority for the Russian government since cryptocurrencies have lost their popularity, the Russian prime minister has recently argued. Prime minister Dmitry Medvedev’s comments were reported by Russian news agency Fontanka on May 16. […]
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Estonian consulting firm Eesti claims that it is getting harder to get a cryptocurrency license in Estonia. Estonian consulting firm Eesti has claimed that it is getting harder to get a cryptocurrency license in Estonia in a press release published on May 16. The Estonian government’s Ministry of Finance introduced changes to the licensing process […]
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Chinese payment giant WeChat bans crypto payments for merchants. On May 7, Dovey Wan, founding partner of crypto investment firm Primitive Ventures tweeted that the Chinese social media behemoth and payment service provider WeChat is set to ban merchants from making cryptocurrency payments. This ban marks the latest effort to stymie cryptocurrency usage in China, […]
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The three most prevalent types of malware in April were all crypto miners, according to Check Point Research’s global threat report. A global threat report has concluded that the three most common malware variants detected in April were crypto miners, according to a news release on May 14. Check Point Research said Cryptoloot, malware that […]
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