Hacked Cryptocurrency Exchange Youbit Re-Emerges Amid Insurance Controversy

Cryptocurrency exchange Youbit has reportedly re-emerged after a series of hacks and a bankruptcy filing, amid an insurance claim controversy and civil lawsuits. The exchange continues to operate after it was sold and renamed, local media reported. Also read: Japan’s DMM Bitcoin Exchange Opens for Business With 7 Cryptocurrencies Insurance Claim Denied DB Insurance, one of … Read more

Thailand Approves Draft Decree on Crypto

The Thai cabinet has approved a draft decree to regulate cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings. The definition of digital assets has been modified from the previous draft but the tax structure remains. All crypto businesses must obtain licenses and report information to the anti-money laundering office. Also read: Japan’s DMM Bitcoin Exchange Opens for Business With … Read more

Five Cryptocurrency Exchanges in Japan Throw in the Towel

Five cryptocurrency exchanges in Japan are closing after their operators reportedly withdrew their applications with the Japanese financial regulator to operate crypto exchanges. They are in the process of returning clients’ cash and crypto holdings. Also read: Japan’s DMM Bitcoin Exchange Opens for Business With 7 Cryptocurrencies Five Exchanges Cease Operations Five cryptocurrency exchange operators in … Read more

Cboe Has Asked the US Government to Allow Bitcoin ETFs, Optimistic for Long-Term Growth

The Chicago Board Options Exchange (Cboe), the largest options exchange in the global market that currently operates a bitcoin futures market, has asked the US government to allow bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that would provide investors within the public market with access to bitcoin. A public letter sent to the US Securities and Exchange Commission … Read more

Bitcoin Price Watch: Currency Slumps to New Monthly Low

Another drop is in the books, and bitcoin is hovering at a monthly low of approximately $7,400. While predictions remain relatively varied, some believe that bitcoin may be heading towards a “death cross,” and that the price could drop to new levels before any serious recovery is experienced. First and foremost, a death cross occurs … Read more

Price of Bitcoin Plunges Further to $7,500

In just the past week, the global market cap of all cryptocurrencies has fallen close to US$70 billion. In that same period, Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen 20% from a local high of US$9,000 to its current price of $7,500. Despite a number of bullish sentiments and news recently, the price of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies across … Read more

Two Turkish Imams Fired for Allegedly Investing in Bitcoin

Two Turkish imams have been fired for possessing bitcoin investments, according to local media reports. Turkey’s religious authorities determined that bitcoin is “not compatible with Islam” in November 2017. Also Read: Bitcoin Mining Training Coming to 30 Cities in India Two Imams Fired for Owning Bitcoin It has been reported that two religious officials in Zonguldak, … Read more

Russian Hotels to Surprise World Cup Fans with Bitcoin Payments

Football Fans will be able to pay with bitcoin for their accommodation when they visit Russia for this year’s World Cup. Hotels in Kaliningrad, expecting guests from eight countries, are partnering with a local payment provider to offer the service. Booking a room for the day when England plays Belgium will cost approx. $300 in … Read more

Carverr Wants to Embed Bitcoin Private Keys into Strands of DNA

Cryptocurrency enthusiasts are always looking for ways to secure their holdings. While hardware wallets have begun to gain traction in recent years, it seems the next logical evolution may not require external hardware. A company called Carverr is looking into ways to store and back up Bitcoin wallet keys in one’s DNA. Using DNA To Keep Bitcoins … Read more