Volatility in crypto prices have been regarded as a big hurdle for mainstream adoption. Stablecoins could be a way of eliminating such erratic fluctuations. Can stablecoins achieve true decentralization? Certain providers believe they have struck a compromise. Some stablecoin advocates are concerned that pegging a cryptocurrency directly to the U.S. dollar means that it must […]
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A startup founded by a group of Facebook veterans has launched an ether-powered mobile social app. A New York startup founded by a group of Facebook veterans has launched an ether (ETH)-powered mobile social app that supports the creation and trading of unique digital collectibles. The news was revealed in a press release shared with […]
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London-based West Ham United is partnering with blockchain platform Socios.com to launch a fan token. London-based West Ham United — a soccer team that plays in the United Kingdom’s Premier League — is partnering with blockchain platform Socios.com to launch a fan token ecosystem. The news was revealed in a press release shared with Cointelegraph […]
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The U.S. footwear titan has applied for a trademark for the term “cryptokicks.” Nike, the United States footwear and clothing behemoth, has recently joined the ranks of mainstream corporations that are considering entering the field of cryptocurrencies, currently spearheaded by the likes of Facebook and Starbucks. A document filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark […]
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South Korean electronics giant Samsung might become the next multinational conglomerate to issue its own cryptocurrency token. Samsung is another big-name company to consider issuing its own cryptocurrency. Similar stories have already emanated from the likes of Facebook and JPMorgan Chase, with analysts speculating on various use cases for these cryptocurrency tokens. While not yet […]
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The teenage rapper, who has tens of millions of fans on social media, is now accepting Lightning Network payments for merchandise. American rapper Lil Pump has started accepting bitcoin (BTC) payments through his merchandise store Unhappy, according to his website. Fans of the 18-year-old, known for his catchphrase “Esskeetit” and his most recent album Harverd […]
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As the IMF and the bosses of central banks gather to talk digital money, concerns of stability and institutional trust dominate the discussion. The custodians of global financial order have been prominent in crypto news recently. The weekend kicked off with the announcement of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) joining forces with the World Bank to launch […]
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Blockchain Capital co-founder Gavin Brown said that he expects that there will be one or a handful of winners when it comes to cryptocurrency. Blockchain Capital co-founder Gavin Brown said that he expects that there will be only one or a handful of winners when it comes to cryptocurrency. Brown made his remarks during an […]
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FinCEN’s enforcement against a p2p crypto exchanger could set a precedent, and French instant mashed potatoes go blockchain. Top Stories This Week FinCEN Takes First Enforcement Action Against Peer-to-Peer Cryptocurrency Exchanger In an apparent first, the United States Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has given a penalty to a California resident who has been accused […]
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Finance publication Forbes has released a list of 50 $1 billion firms that are implementing blockchain technology. Financial news outlet Forbes has released a list of “Blockchain’s Billion Dollar Babies,” or companies implementing blockchain technology that have minimum revenues or valuations of $1 billion, on April 16. The list includes companies in the cryptocurrency and […]
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