- Telegram creates its first blockchain platform service - Iranian citizens have transferred $2.5 billion in cryptocurrency - Bloomberg launches Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Index (BGCI) - UPbit, the biggest South Korean exchange, is suspected of fraud - Ripple shares results of testing of its xRapid pilot projects … [Read more...] about Crypto news in brief (May 13, 2018): Telegram, Iran, Bloomberg, Winklevoss, UPbit, Ripple xRapid, Nvidia, Huawei
Nasdaq considers to become crypto exchange in future, already supports Gemini
Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman told CNBC that over time the exchange could become a platform for trading digital currencies. … [Read more...] about Nasdaq considers to become crypto exchange in future, already supports Gemini
Monex Group acquires cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck
Tokyo-based financial services company Monex Group announced that it would acquire 100% of shares in Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck valued at 3.6 billion yen (about $34 million). The deal is scheduled to be executed on April 16, 2018. … [Read more...] about Monex Group acquires cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck
Two minor Japanese cryptocurrency exchanges to shut down due to strict regulations
According to Nikkei, two Japanese exchanges are withdrawing their applications to register with Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) as cryptocurrency exchange operators. … [Read more...] about Two minor Japanese cryptocurrency exchanges to shut down due to strict regulations
Crypto news in brief (March 19, 2018): Twitter, Donald Trump, Petro, Coincheck
- Twitter may soon prohibit cryptocurrency advetisements - Donald Trump banned U.S. citizens from using Venezuelan cryptocurrency Petro - Coincheck is expected to stop operations with three anonymous cryptocurrencies … [Read more...] about Crypto news in brief (March 19, 2018): Twitter, Donald Trump, Petro, Coincheck
Crypto news in brief (March 15, 2018): Google, Coinfloor, Lightning Network, Coinbase
- Google will ban cryptocurrency advertising - UK exchange to launch BTC futures - Telegram will turn down offers from sanctioned countries and individuals - Lightning Network takes blockchains to the next level - Coinbase gets a green light from UK regulator … [Read more...] about Crypto news in brief (March 15, 2018): Google, Coinfloor, Lightning Network, Coinbase
Binance to launch decentralized cryptocurrency exchange
One of the world’s most popular platforms for exchange of digital assets, Binance, has launched the development of public blockchain Binance Chain. Binance Chain will be utilized for creating a new decentralized exchange in addition to centralized Binance exchange. Both exchanges will co-exist and complement each other. … [Read more...] about Binance to launch decentralized cryptocurrency exchange
Crypto news in brief (March 6, 2018): General Electric, BiTA, Kakao, Chilean CNE, Circle, Poloniex
GE Transportation joined Blockchain in Transport Alliance (BiTA). Kakao considers establishing a blockchain subsidiary and conducting an ICO. Chilean energy regulator will implement blockchain technology in the national energy grid. Fintech startup Circle acquired cryptocurrency exchange Poloniex. … [Read more...] about Crypto news in brief (March 6, 2018): General Electric, BiTA, Kakao, Chilean CNE, Circle, Poloniex