Average bitcoin transaction fees increased by nearly 200% in April compared to March. Average bitcoin (BTC) transaction fees increased by nearly 200% in April compared to March, a report released by crypto research firm Diar on May 6. The report also notes that bitcoin miners earned $13.7 million from fees alone — over 71% up […]
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Following the report of Fidelity soon launching bitcoin trading for institutional clients, crypto markets rallied to break new 2019 highs. Tuesday, May 7 — following some moderate losses yesterday, the crypto markets have rallied to break new 2019 highs today, with bitcoin (BTC) inching close to $6,000. All the top 20 coins by market cap […]
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The Ethereum startup is hoping to galvanize itself following a difficult period amid plans to raise $200 million. New York-based blockchain company ConsenSys is restructuring its various operations to shore up its market presence as it seeks $200 million in funding, a press release confirmed on May 6. In a move which will also see […]
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Ether volumes on DApps have registered a new high, while new DApps coming on chain are significantly low. Ether (ETH) volumes on decentralized applications (DApps) have registered a new high, but new DApps coming on-chain are significantly low, crypto analytics firm Diar reported on May 6. The volume of ether transacted in April on DApps […]
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When the price stops moving up even with bullish news, it is time for consolidation or a minor correction. 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 making […]
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The co-founder of Cobinhood crypto exchange has been removed from corporate affairs due to his controversial behavior. Co-founder of Taiwan-based crypto exchange Cobinhood has been removed from corporate affairs since late April 2019, the firm announced on its Telegram group on May 6. Tai-yuan Chen, also known as Popo Chen, has “ceased to participate” in […]
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Most of the top 20 cryptocurrencies are reporting moderate losses on the day as bitcoin has fallen under the $5,700 mark. Monday, May 5 — most of the top 20 cryptocurrencies are reporting moderate losses on the day by press time, as bitcoin (BTC) has fallen under the $5,700 mark. Market visualization courtesy of Coin360 […]
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A top executive has revealed the company will look to issue its own digital tokens as part of its blockchain-powered digital exchange. A top executive at Switzerland‘s principal stock exchange, SIX Swiss Exchange, has revealed the company will look to issue its own digital tokens as part of its forthcoming blockchain-powered digital exchange. The development […]
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The unnamed source hinted the regulator was not averse to the concept, 18 months on from bitcoin futures approval. United States regulator the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is open to the idea of ether (ETH) futures trading, cryptocurrency industry news outlet CoinDesk reported on May 6. The publication quoted an unnamed official, who appeared […]
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Stablecoin tether is apparently only backed 74% by cash reserves, and Elon Musk and Vitalik Buterin get friendly on Twitter. Top Stories This Week Fractional Reserve Stablecoin Tether Only 74% Backed by Fiat Currency, Say Lawyers According to documents released by USD stablecoin tether’s (USDT) lawyers, the company behind the stablecoin only has enough fiat […]
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