Warren Buffett Calls Bitcoin a Delusion – But an Ingenious One

Warren Buffett’s opinion of bitcoin has evolved. In a recent interview, he described the cryptocurrency as ingenious but also called it a delusion. While admitting that his opinion of bitcoin has been upgraded, the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway asserted that “it attracts charlatans.” Also read: SEC Chair Explains Key Upgrades Needed for Bitcoin ETF Approval … Read more

Markets Update: Support Turns Into Resistance for Leading Cryptocurrencies

Following Sunday’s sudden rally and retracement, most leading crypto assets have produced sideways consolidation just below the support ranges established during the previous week. The major exceptions to the trend are XRP and ONT, both of which appear to have held above last week’s support zones. Also Read: Bitcoin Whales Have Accumulated Thousands of Coins … Read more

Bitcoin Whales Have Accumulated Thousands of Coins in the Last 2 Months

Cryptocurrency markets experienced a long bearish cycle last year which has continued into 2019. With some of the top cryptocurrencies like bitcoin cash (BCH) and bitcoin core (BTC) losing significant fiat value, large holders, otherwise known as ‘whales,’ have been able to accumulate massive amounts of digital assets. According to the top 100 rich list … Read more

Indian Supreme Court Gives Government 4 Weeks to Produce Cryptocurrency Regulation

The Supreme Court of India has reportedly given the Indian government four weeks to come up with cryptocurrency regulations before making its ruling on pending crypto cases. The court was set to hear the petitions against the crypto banking ban by the central bank this week. Also read: SEC Chair Explains Key Upgrades Needed for … Read more

Venezuelan Explains How Bitcoin Saves His Family

As the situation in Venezuela intensifies, a local bitcoin user details how he and his family use the cryptocurrency to survive the country’s ongoing crisis. Keeping all of his money in bitcoin, he only exchanges small amounts into the hyperinflating bolivar when necessary. Also read: SEC Chair Explains Key Upgrades Needed for Bitcoin ETF Approval … Read more

Mt. Gox CEO Claims the Coinlab and Brock Pierce Deals Never Materialized

On Feb. 19, the former CEO of Mt. Gox, Mark Karpeles, gave an interview on the Youtube show “What Bitcoin Did”. In episode 76, Karpeles discussed the platform’s insolvency, Coinlab’s monstrous claim for $16 billion, and Brock Pierce’s attempt to revive the defunct exchange. Also read: Mt Gox Restitution Process Frozen Due to One Man’s … Read more

Markets Update: Leading Cryptocurrencies Briefly Break Local Resistance

The cryptocurrency markets have seen significant volatility over the last 24 hours, with BTC rallying by 7% to test resistance at $4,200, before violently crashing approximately 10% back below $3,800. BCH has posted comparable volatility, currently trading for $135 after rallying above $150 for the first time since Jan. 10 earlier today. Also Read: German … Read more

Kenyan Crypto Adoption and Trading Grows Despite Warnings from Regulators

Over the last two years, the Kenyan government and central bank have been discussing how to regulate bitcoin and other digital currencies. In March 2018, the Central Bank of Kenya warned the general public about cryptocurrency investments. After those warnings, the region’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) cautioned the public again after investigating a project called … Read more

The Infamous Bet: John McAfee’s 2020 Price Target Shows BTC Undervalued by $37K

John McAfee is once again discussing the notorious wager he made back in November 2017 when he predicted that bitcoin will reach a million dollars before the end of 2020. McAfee is reportedly on the run from the IRS, but his worries don’t end there: according to statistics, his bet is currently $37,000 light of … Read more

Markets Update: Altcoins Gain on BTC

The recent bounce in the value of many leading cryptocurrencies relative to fiat currency has comprised the first bullish action in several months. Since bottoming out during the third quarter of 2018, many leading altcoins have made significant bullish moves against BTC. Also Read: BTC-e Operator Alexander Vinnik Terminates His Hunger Strike BTC and BCH … Read more