Crypto wallet provider Blockchain.com, which claims of having over 46 million users, has launched Borrow, a product offering retail users to borrow USD-pegged stablecoins against crypto assets held in their wallets. … [Read more...] about Blockchain.com to allow users to borrow USD against their crypto holdings
Binance partners with major Turkish bank
Major crytourrency exchange Binance teamed up with one of the largest banks in Turkey, Akbank. … [Read more...] about Binance partners with major Turkish bank
In 2017 bitcoin network consumed 5 TWh of energy, in 2018 – 29 TWh, in 2019 – 43 TWh
Electricity consumed by bitcoin network has been constantly and noticeably increasing. During the past years the consumption reached such big a scale, that it can be compared to electricity consumption of some countries, according to BlockchainAnalytics.pro research. … [Read more...] about In 2017 bitcoin network consumed 5 TWh of energy, in 2018 – 29 TWh, in 2019 – 43 TWh
Sweden to test e-krona, a digital version of cash
Riksbank, the central bank of Sweden, has launched a pilot project aimed at developing and testing a digital currency, e-krona. … [Read more...] about Sweden to test e-krona, a digital version of cash
FC Barcelona to launch cryptocurrency for fans
Spanish football club Barcelona has signed a partnership agreement with Chiliz, a blockchain-based fan engagement platform for sports & entertainment. … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona to launch cryptocurrency for fans
Australia unveils national blockchain roadmap
The Australian Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources has released a national blockchain roadmap designed to promote the adoption of the technology in the country. … [Read more...] about Australia unveils national blockchain roadmap
Tether launches gold-backed stablecoin XAUT
Stablecoin issuer Tether has announced the launch of Tether Gold token, or XAUT, a new stablecoin that is pegged to physical gold. … [Read more...] about Tether launches gold-backed stablecoin XAUT
Kraken acquires Australian crypto exchange Bit Trade
Less than a month after acquiring Circle Trade, San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange Kraken secured Bit Trade, Australia's oldest crypto exchange. … [Read more...] about Kraken acquires Australian crypto exchange Bit Trade