Auto Added by WPeMatico
On December 17, the European Central Bank (ECB) published a report that showcased its blockchain technology proof-of-concept. One particular feature the central bank digital chain holds is the ability to issue “anonymity vouchers.” Also read: Lagarde Sees Demand for Stablecoins, Plans to Put ECB ‘Ahead of the Curve’ ECB Report Explores Anonymity in Central Bank […]
The post European Central Bank’s CBDC Borrows Bitcoin’s Pseudo-Anonymity appeared first on Bitcoin News.
Powered by WPeMatico
On December 18, Bitcoinbch.com published a video explaining how easy it is to double spend BTC transactions in the wild. Not long after the film was released, the payment processor Travelbybit announced it would be removing both BTC and BCH payments for over 400 Australian merchants. Unfortunately, a few BTC proponents claimed BCH has the […]
The post Travelbybit to Drop Bitcoin Payments After Viral Double Spend Video appeared first on Bitcoin News.
Powered by WPeMatico
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed amending the definition of “accredited investor” — a move that will increase access to regulated cryptocurrency investments. A number of them are currently only available to accredited investors. Among other changes, a person can qualify based on professional knowledge, experience, or certifications. Also read: Lagarde Sees […]
The post SEC to Boost Access to Crypto Investments With Proposed New Accredited Investor Definition appeared first on Bitcoin News.
Powered by WPeMatico
The French financial markets regulator, the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF), has made its first initial coin offering (ICO) approval. While token sales remain legal as a fundraising option in France, only those that have been approved by the AMF may be marketed directly to the public. Also read: France Adopts New Crypto Regulation France’s […]
The post France Approves First ICO appeared first on Bitcoin News.
Powered by WPeMatico
On December 18, the web portal Bitcoinbch.com published an informal notice explaining that merchants accepting BTC should switch to BCH because of “dangerous flaws” found in the BTC software. The problem is tied to slow confirmation times tethered to a BTC-based protocol called Replace-by-Fee (RBF), which gives individuals the opportunity to double spend on merchants. […]
The post Video Shows How Easy It Is to Double Spend BTC Using RBF appeared first on Bitcoin News.
Powered by WPeMatico
Crypto trading platform Erisx has launched a bitcoin futures market regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Its physically settled bitcoin futures contracts trade alongside its spot market which supports four cryptocurrencies. Erisx has obtained a license from the U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and is currently approved to operate in 44 […]
The post Erisx Launches Regulated Bitcoin Futures Market appeared first on Bitcoin News.
Powered by WPeMatico
Digital currency prices plummeted on Tuesday, as cryptocurrency markets lost billions during the morning trading sessions, New York time. BTC dropped well below the $7k range and other digital assets followed BTC’s path with sharp losses. Crypto prices haven’t been this low since May as the market valuation of the entire cryptoconomy is struggling to […]
The post Market Update: Bears Claw Crypto Prices Below Long-Term Support appeared first on Bitcoin News.
Powered by WPeMatico
The crypto community has had a rough relationship with traditional financial institutions with limited solutions available. Around the world, both early and recent crypto users have had bank accounts closed, transactions rejected, unnecessary delays in receiving their funds, or worse. To add to this dilemma, the availability of trustworthy and regulated solutions where both your crypto and fiat are safe and spendable has been non-existent… Until Now. A better alternative to banking is now available around the world- it is tested, proven, and it delivers.
The post A Better Alternative to Banking – Club Swan appeared first on Bitcoin News.
Powered by WPeMatico
Fidelity Investments is expanding its crypto services to European clients after seeing increasing potential in this market. The expansion builds upon the company’s U.S. crypto business. “We’ve seen significant interest and engagement by the institutional community, which show no signs of slowing,” the company revealed. Also read: Regulatory Roundup – Crypto ‘Inevitable’ in India, China […]
The post Fidelity Launching Crypto Services in Europe, Citing ‘Significant Interest’ appeared first on Bitcoin News.
Powered by WPeMatico
On December 16, new court filings from the Kleiman v. Wright case show the plaintiffs have responded to Wright’s objections against the magistrate’s court order. Kleiman’s lawyer Velvel Freedman explained that Craig’s statements in court “lacked credibility,” his constant change of stories “demonstrates falsity” and Freedman claims Wright’s “trust documents are forgeries.” Also read: Plustoken […]
The post Kleiman Estate Asks Judge to Overrule Craig Wright’s Objections appeared first on Bitcoin News.
Powered by WPeMatico