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China’s central bank could launch cryptocurrency in several months
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Michael Pompeo: cryptocurrency should be regulated
US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo explained why anonymous transactions could decrease security for the world … [Read more...] about Michael Pompeo: cryptocurrency should be regulated
Santander to use Ripple technology for money transfers in Latin America
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Binance to launch the US arm within two months
The US customers will soon be able to trade on Binance US exchange, as the company is ready to explore the world's biggest market. … [Read more...] about Binance to launch the US arm within two months
Bitcoin and gold march in lockstep in the last three months
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Seoul authorities will introduce a cryptocurrency to reward citizens
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Crypto news in brief (July 31, 2019): Ripple, Fortaleza, bitcoin mining, money laundering
- Ripple has partnered with Kyoto University and the University of Tokyo - Fortaleza will start accepting bitcoin as payment for bus tickets - Bitcoin mining is likely responsible for 0.03-0.06% of global energy-related CO2 emissions - Fiat currency is used 800 times more often in money laundering schemes than bitcoin … [Read more...] about Crypto news in brief (July 31, 2019): Ripple, Fortaleza, bitcoin mining, money laundering