A new website spreads crypto-stealing malware by imitating the website Cryptohopper, a legitimate website where users can program tools for automatic trading. Twitter user and malware researcher Fumik0_ has discovered a new website that spreads cryptocurrency malware, according to a report by Bleeping Computer on June 5. According to the report, the host for transmitting […]
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The president of Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro, has stated that he does not know what bitcoin is, and supported the suspension of a project that would create a crypto for indigenous people to use. The president of Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro, has stated that he does not know what bitcoin (BTC) is, and endorsed the suspension of […]
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Non-custodial peer-to-peer exchange HodlHodl announced Lightning Network support. Non-custodial peer-to-peer (P2P) bitcoin (BTC) exchange HodlHodl announced Lightning Network support in a Medium article published on June 5. The announcement claims that now “everyone is able to buy bitcoins and receive them directly into their Lightning wallet & sell bitcoins directly from their Lightning wallet.” The […]
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South Korean authorities will spend $677,000 to apply blockchain in the billing system of the national postal service. South Korea’s national postal service Korea Post is planning to apply blockchain technology to its billing system, local news agency News1 Korea reports on June 5. The initiative is a collaboration between the South Korean government and […]
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Most major cryptocurrencies have broken down of their first support. Has the recovery from the lows come to an end? The views and opinions expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cointelegraph. Every investment and trading move involves risk, you should conduct your own research when […]
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CalCPA has urged the FASB to initiate a project for accounting cryptocurrencies. The California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA) is seeking clarity on cryptocurrency holdings from the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), according to a recent letter obtained by Cointelegraph. In the letter, CalCPA stated that accounting for digital currencies is not adequately captured […]
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Dutch billionaire John De Mol filed a lawsuit against Facebook over crypto ads using his image without permission. John De Mol, a Dutch billionaire responsible for the local Big Brother and The Voice shows, filed a lawsuit against Facebook over crypto ads using his image without permission, Reuters reports on June 5. Per the report, […]
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Speculation remains over whether Jihan Wu will serve as chairman or CEO of Matrix, the upcoming crypto services startup. Ex-Bitmain CEO Jihan Wu could launch his newest venture next month, according to a report by The Block on June 5. One unnamed source told the website that the crypto services startup, called Matrix, “will be […]
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Most of the top 20 cryptocurrencies are reporting moderate losses on the day as bitcoin holds over the $7,800 mark. Wednesday, June 5 — most of the top 20 cryptocurrencies are reporting moderate losses on the day by press time, as bitcoin (BTC) holds over the $7,800 mark. Market visualization courtesy of Coin360 Bitcoin is […]
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Grupo Bitcoin Banco has recently been embroiled in a security breach that saw customers withdraw money that did not exist. A Sao Paulo court has blocked funds in bank accounts linked to Grupo Bitcoin Banco — with 726,630 reals (about $188,000 at press time) frozen, Cointelegraph Brazil reported on June 5. Two people, along with […]
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