How will the crypto industry fare in the new year? Another year has come and gone. The rollercoaster that was 2020 requires little (if any) preamble. It must be said, however, that the blockchain segment experienced something of a return to form during these otherwise painful latter days. Indeed, we closed the year with prices […]
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When it comes to crypto regulation, the United States is falling further behind more progressive and visionary nations. 2020 has been a stellar year for the crypto economy, with more enterprises and institutions than ever before implementing the technology. Big announcements, such as PayPal’s decision to enable its users to buy and sell Bitcoin (BTC), […]
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Although DeFi’s market cap has surged by 2,100% over the course of 2020, critics argue that the industry needs to evolve to be on a more sustainable footing. When the history books are written about cryptocurrency, 2020 will be remembered as the year decentralized finance exploded in popularity. A powerful illustration of how this young, […]
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This is the story of a Redditor’s roundabout way of making a hefty Bitcoin profit. A Reddit user by the name of Cryptorich13 has capitalized on the social media platform’s crypto reward system by converting his stash of free coins into Bitcoin (BTC). In a Sunday post, Cryptorich13 explained how he converted his 80,000 MOON […]
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Just remember, the IRS is quite interested in crypto and is taking steps to unearth those who do not report. This year was like no other. Now that it has limped to a close and we look at the promise of a better 2021, it is time to think about taxes. Although there were many […]
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The CT video team’s 2020: getting bonked by the YouTube ban hammer, AK-47s and pure cringe. The Cointelegraph YouTube channel had some of its wilder moments in 2020: from getting hit with the YouTube ban hammer to witnessing firsthand the antics of crypto’s most eccentric personalities. Here are some of our favorite blooper moments from […]
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“It is a massive event,” and not only in the U.S. but in Europe too, as it will show markets how to value crypto firms. In some ways, the Coinbase exchange is the poster child for the crypto industry. It has embraced — not fought — regulation, which sets it apart from most cryptocurrency exchanges […]
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There’s often talk about how decentralized finance could eliminate the need for traditional banks… but what if DeFi could enhance their digital services? Decentralized finance (DeFi) is often characterized as a movement that could unseat traditional banks once and for all — eliminating intermediaries and giving consumers levels of freedom and choice that they’re probably […]
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A vote on $600 payments to Americans combines with bank buybacks as one analyst says that institutional buying could mean the Bitcoin bull run “never stops.” Bitcoin (BTC) surged to a new all-time high over the weekend, but what’s in store as a new week begins? With $24,000 still in play, Cointelegraph takes a look […]
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Grant programs have their flaws — they often lack transparency and shut out good ideas. Here’s why contests are a compelling alternative. What can contests be used for? Grants are normally reserved for developing infrastructure, apps and other tools, but Free TON says this means other important areas are overlooked. The network’s mantra is to […]
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