Tag: cryptocurrencies
The Beauty Industry Eyes Cryptocurrency Integration
Companies in the beauty industry are looking at cryptocurrency and blockchain technology to improve their rewards programs and grow their customer base. With continued interest…
Malta Prime Minister – Crypto is the ‘Inevitable Future of Money’
The Prime Minister of Malta, Joseph Muscat, recently addressed attendees of the UN assembly and spoke about what new technology can offer the world. Countries don’t…
Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) Jockey for 2nd Place – Less than 3% Market Cap Difference
In what is turning out to be a closely fought battle, Ripple’s XRP is once again within spitting distance of dislodging Ethereum from its position…
Chinese Court: ETH Is Not a Currency but a General Property
Despite the country’s nationwide ban on cryptocurrencies, a District Court in Shanghai has ruled that Ether (ETH) should be treated as general property and falls…
Marshall Islands Goes Ahead with State-Backed Crypto Plans Despite IMF Warning
The Pacific country of the Marshall Islands will be proceeding with its previously reported plan of launching its own virtual currency, without the blessing of…
New Zealand Police Warn Public of Crypto Scams Following Victim’s Loss of $320,000
New Zealand police are warning the public of potential crypto scams that promise good returns after a victim lost $320,000 in life savings. Seek Advice…
Taiwan’s Financial Regulator Considers Limited Cash Transactions for Cryptocurrencies
Taiwan’s financial regulator has said that limited cash transactions of cryptocurrencies could be permitted in convenience stores in the country. Crypto Limit Could be Set…
Singapore’s Central Bank Finds Blockchain to Be ‘Fundamental’ For Financial Services
During the week of Consensus in Singapore, a senior official from the city-state’s Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), which is the de facto Central Bank,…
Huobi Crypto Exchange CEO Meets with Putin Advisor to Discuss Possible Expansion into Russia
Despite Russia’s fairly negative position on cryptocurrencies, an advisor to President Putin met with Huobi’s Founder and CEO to discuss potential collaboration and Huobi’s place…
