Month: March 2020

6 Crypto Websites Blocked by Russia’s Media Watchdog, Including Major News Outlet

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In what seems to be another episode in a long-running campaign, the Russian telecom regulator has restricted access to at least six websites posting content related to cryptocurrencies. Тhe forum section of Bits.media, a leading crypto news outlet, is among the internet pages that have been blacklisted this month. Also read: Russians Can Use Qiwi, … Read more

Italy Locks Down 14 Provinces Over Novel Coronavirus Fear

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Italy is one of the countries hit the hardest by the novel coronavirus. To avoid further spreading of the virus, a lockdown has been announced in northern Italy. When a virus of this magnitude spreads quickly, extreme precautions come into play. Italy Takes Extreme Coronavirus Measures For Italian residents, an emergency lockdown affecting millions of … Read more

Rumors of Bitcoin’s Death Are Greatly Exaggerated

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According to the Bitcoin Obituary Page, Bitcoin died 379 times between 2010-2019 of an astonishing array of causes. The number is undoubtedly understated since it is based on a limited sample of obituaries. Despite the glee with which the corpses of Bitcoin are contemplated, however, cryptocurrency thrives because it continues to fill the human need … Read more

Industry Execs Claim Freshly Minted ‘Virgin Bitcoins’ Fetch 20% Premium

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A few blockchain surveillance companies like Cyphertrace have recently published reports on criminal activities tied to bitcoin usage and the studies mentioned the topic of “virgin bitcoins.” According to industry executives, freshly minted bitcoins with no transaction history can sell for a 10-20% premium compared to coins sold on the open market. Even though the … Read more