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The cryptocurrency industry is set for an eventful few months of 2019 and more in 2020. In this publication, we list three relevant dates on the minds of the crypto faithful. September 23: Bakkt Official Launch After months of waiting and an announcement of initial testing in early August, Bakkt
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US NBA team – The Dallas Mavericks have become the second team in the NBA to accept Bitcoin (BTC) as payment for match tickets and club merchandise. The news comes a year after initial hints on the adoption of BTC were made by team owner, Bitcoin proponent and cryptocurrency investor – Mark
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Global cryptocurrency exchange - Binance has its iOS App (V1.7.1) reinstated on the Apple App Store, after months of wait by any Binance users. The app which was previously taken down by Apple requesting a revalidation process is back and available to download for iPhone users. Sequel to
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The World Bank has announced it has raised an additional AUD 50 million for its Kangaroo bond (Bond-i) due August 2020, using blockchain technology. Through its International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), the World Bank says it is the first bond created, issued, traded and managed through its life
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World’s number one cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume – Binance is launching an open blockchain project dubbed “Venus”. The project is focused on the development of localized stablecoins and digital assets pegged to fiat currencies (traditional currencies issued and backed by government) globally. According to an official announcement, Binance says
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* Anthony Pompliano (Twitter) American entrepreneur and investor, Pomp is a popular figure on ‘Crypto Twitter’. He boasts of a following of about 250k, and is known for his regular content and vocal support for cryptocurrency adoption. American entrepreneur and investor, Pomp is a popular figure on ‘Crypto Twitter’. He boasts
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A new blockchain startup – Audius has released its blockchain-based public beta version of the music streaming service. The Audius platform is set to be Spotify and SoundClouds new competitor, as it aims to eliminate the back drop of middlemen in the music industry. Audius is currently running an open source
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Investing in cryptocurrency is a financial decision; and as in all things involving finance, you need the right tools to study the market, keep up with info, guides, trending topics, opportunities, market statistics and other information to guide your journey. Here, we highlight seven (7) helpful tools for every cryptocurrency
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Is it possible to earn real cryptocurrency rewards, simply by holding coins long-term? It sounds too good to be true. However, the answer is a simple yes. Proof of stake (POS) coins are coins which rely on people holding coins to secure and maintain wider blockchain networks. This is commonly
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As recently as July, the cryptocurrency market seemed positively bullish on Litecoin. It was suspected that a Litecoin halving event scheduled for August 5th, would see Litecoin surge in value. Some even released Litecoin price predictions for 2020, putting Litecoin back at $400 per coin. Then halving happened. — And then
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New Zealand’s tax office has ruled that receiving salaries in cryptocurrency is legal; and have provided a guideline for its taxation. According to its recently published tax bulletin, the New Zealand Inland Revenue Department (IRD), lists the provisions of the public ruling under the country’s Tax Administration Act
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The People’s Bank of China (PBoC) has revealed that its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) is ready. The announcement was made by the PBoC Deputy Director of Payments and Settlements, Mu Changchun at the China Finance 40 Forum, where he notes that the prototype which is based on a