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On April 4, 2018, the notorious former CEO of the now defunct bitcoin exchange Mt Gox started an Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) post on the Reddit forum /r/bitcoin. Mark Karpeles (AKA Magical Tux) explained that he’s willing to answer questions concerning the controversial bankruptcy process that’s taking place in Japan within the Tokyo court system. Karpeles writes … Read more
Recap of the biggest single exchange hack that ever happened in Japan, following in the path of the former record holder, Mt. Gox #RECAP Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Following a rough two-week period, it seems like the predictions regarding bitcoin’s alleged recovery might be coming true. Yesterday saw the currency trading at roughly $7,100. A $300+ jump is now in the books, and at press time, bitcoin is trading for just shy of $7,500. This is a near five percent spike in less … Read more
Monex Group, a Tokyo-based financial services group, is considering buying Coincheck. Shares in Monex jumped 23% off news that the retail investor was eyeing the Japanese exchange that was notoriously hacked this year. The move would benefit both parties, giving Monex an entry into the burgeoning crypto markets and granting Coincheck’s owners a way out. … Read more
First quarter of 2018 leaves the crypto markets down almost 50 percent of total market cap. #NEWS Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Japan-based chat giant Line has launched a Blockchain subsidiary in South Korea. #NEWS Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Japan has decided to set up a new agency to better address cybercrime. The Tokyo-based center gathers 500 analysts and investigators who will also combat cryptocurrency theft. Over 3 million attempts to steal digital information have been registered last year. Hackers have stolen funds worth over 17 billion Japanese yen. Also read: Hackers Target … Read more
Over the past few weeks, the bitcoin cash (BCH) community and developers have been discussing ‘zero-confirmation’ or ‘instant transactions.’ Many BCH supporters believe if the concept was broadly accepted, payments and transaction speed would be extremely fast bringing a significant competitive edge to the BCH network. Also Read: Trading Cryptocurrencies Like a Boss Takes Time and … Read more
Bitcoin has gained back the $200 it lost yesterday. At press time, the currency is trading for just under $7,100. Nothing huge, but that’s still better than yesterday’s “high” of $6,900. The major sentiment is that the alleged death cross has failed; bitcoin’s level of resistance has strengthened, and the low points are possibly over … Read more
A new lawsuit for almost $800,000 in damages has been filed by 15 plaintiffs against hacked crypto exchange Coincheck. #NEWS Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico