On Monday, researchers from the University of Texas at Austin published a study indicating that Tether was used to unduly influence bitcoin’s 2017 ascent. Their paper seems to confirm what many have believed for months, if not years, that cryptocurrency…
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VA Looks To Blockchain To Streamline Contract Process
In a bid to alleviate some of the work involved in closing out contracts, the Department of Veteran Affairs is requesting information about blockchain technology. Powered by WPeMatico
EOS Launches Without Getting Off The Ground
The EOS mainnet launched last week but the project is stalled. The EOS community has been unable to select the 21 block producers required for the project to move ahead. Powered by WPeMatico
UK’s FCA Issues Guidance To Banks Detailing Cryptocurrency Dangers
In an open letter on June 11, 2018, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued guidance to banks on “good practice” for handling the financial crime risks posed by “cryptoassets.” Powered by WPeMatico
FATF To Consider Binding Rules For Cryptocurrency Exchanges
Later this month, the Financial Action Task Force will review whether its June 2015 guidelines for cryptocurrency exchanges remain sufficient. FATF may opt for a binding framework. Powered by WPeMatico
ETHNews Exclusive | SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce On Town Hall Meeting
In an effort to open its doors to the public and interact directly with investors, the SEC will host a town hall meeting to discuss investor topics, including the cryptocurrency industry. Powered by WPeMatico
EU Blockchain Observatory And Forum Solicits Questions For AMA
EU blockchain organization is currently inviting questions from the public for a live YouTube AMA to be held on June 18. Powered by WPeMatico
Coinbase Plans To List Ethereum Classic
“We are pleased to announce our intention to add support for Ethereum Classic (ETC) to Coinbase in the coming months,” the exchange wrote on Monday. Powered by WPeMatico
Lithuania Issues ICO Guidelines, Deems Tokens To Be Securities
On Friday, the Ministry of Finance for Lithuania released guidelines covering initial coin offerings (ICOs). The report outlines the characteristics of ICOs and tokens, and clarifies which Lithuanian finance laws will apply in each case. Powered by WPeMatico
Wells Fargo Says No To Credit Card Crypto Procurement
Wells Fargo bans customers from buying crypto with their Wells Fargo credit cards over fears of non-payment due to price volatility. Powered by WPeMatico