Russia: Financial University to Store Diplomas via Blockchain
The Financial University of Russia has implemented blockchain technology to store diplomas issued over the past 10 years Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
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2018 Thiel Fellows Include Four Blockchain Startup Founders
Every year, 20 individuals get the prestigious opportunity to have their dreams supported by the Thiel Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded by PayPal co-founder and renowned entrepreneur Peter Thiel. The winners are recognized for their courage to pursue their dreams and receive $100,000 for their companies. They also get mentorship from the Thiel Foundation’s network which … Read more
Bahamian Government Mulls a National Digital Currency
There has been a lot of talk about countries issuing their own cryptocurrencies. While most of those plans have been put on ice indefinitely, it seems the Bahamas isn’t giving up on this dream. The country’s government has made it clear it wants to issue a digital currency, although it remains to be seen if … Read more
China’s New Crypto Rankings – EOS First, Ethereum Second, Bitcoin Drops to 17th
The ranking of cryptocurrency projects by the Chinese government has been revised with two new crypto projects added. EOS tops the overall list of 30 crypto projects; Ethereum fell to second place while Bitcoin dropped to 17th place. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space China Now Ranks 30 Crypto Projects China’s Center … Read more
Do Banks Even Want to Go Blockchain?
Here’s why some banks are not really happy about moving to blockchain Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Introducing Gitcash.io the Bitcoin Cash Powered Github Tipping App
On Friday, June 22 a new bitcoin cash tipping application has been announced called Gitcash.io. The new platform allows registered Github users to tip each other with BCH using the web-based hosting service tethered to the Gitcash.io service. Also Read: Bitcoin Cash Football: Multiplayer World Cup App Powered By BCH Gitcash.io Allows Github Users to Tip … Read more
Bitcoin Businesses Denied Banking Services in Ireland
Leading companies from the crypto sector in Ireland have complained they are being denied services by some of the country’s major financial institutions. Among the affected businesses are bitcoin exchange Bitcove, winner of the bank-sponsored “Best Business Startup” award, and Ireland’s “longest running” bitcoin broker, Eircoin. Also read: Swiss Crypto Company Acquires License to … Read more
CEO of UBS: Blockchain Will Transform Cost Base of Financial Services Industry
The CEO of UBS said in an interview that blockchain will transform the cost base of the financial industry and is “almost a must” Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Swiss Crypto Company Acquires License to Distribute Funds to Investors
Crypto Fund AG has been granted a license to distribute funds on behalf of “qualified investors” in Switzerland. The permission has been issued by the country’s financial market regulator, FINMA. The firm also seeks approval for another crypto-related service. Also read: Zug Tests Blockchain to Decide on Fireworks and Digital IDs First Point of Contact … Read more
Cryptocurrency Hedge Funds Were Down 12% to 19% in May 2018
No need to beat yourself up if your cryptocurrency portfolio exhibited less than stellar performance in May. Even the professional traders employed by the big hedge funds active in the space have suffered double digit declines during the previous month. Also Read: Bitcoin in Brief Monday: From New York to Historic Istanbul Market Crypto Hedge … Read more