Profiles in Blockchain: Alexandra Prodromos

The cryptocurrency and blockchain technology landscape is dynamic, ever-changing, and full of some of the most interesting people alive today. We all know the superstars and the renowned personalities, but the industry is furthered by thousands of lesser-known voices as well. I wanted to give some exposure to the up-and-coming people who help advance the … Read more

Crypto Price Watch: Week in Review

Bitcoin (BTC) The father of crypto is currently trading for roughly $8,170. The currency has managed to stay above $8,000 all week, though we’ve witnessed marginal rises and drops between $8,000 and $8,300. Recently, the Winklevoss Twins’ application for a bitcoin ETF was rejected. The SEC has been relatively mixed when considering bitcoin ETFs. After … Read more

Hackers Briefly Mess up Waves’ DEX Public Launch

Decentralized exchanges hold a lot of promise. They represent a different method of exchanging value without too many central entities involved in the process. Even so, decentralized exchanges are not without their security flaws. The launch of Waves’ DEX exchange was marred by a brief incident, although the matter was resolved quickly. Waves’ DEX Faces … Read more

Google Bans Cryptocurrency Mining Apps From Play Store

In the Google’s latest move against virtual currencies, cryptocurrency mining apps have been banned from the Google Play Store. Despite the ban, Google has indicated that it will continue to permit mining apps that mine for cryptocurrency from outside of a device, such as cloud-based mining. Also Read: Exchanges Round-Up: CME Volume Doubles Q2, Lawyer Predicts … Read more

Bitcoin Price Watch: Currency at $8,172

The price of bitcoin has fallen a bit at press time, with the father of crypto trading in the high $8,100 range. This is a small step back from yesterday’s price of $8,205, and probably nothing to be too concerned about. The $8,000 level has proven to be a comfortable spot for bitcoin as of … Read more

You Can Become a Citizen of Antigua and Barbuda for Less Than 13 BTC

The parliament of Antigua and Barbuda has amended the country’s Citizenship by Investment Programme Act to accept payments in the form of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. With Antigua and Barbuda’s citizenship by way of investment into its National Development Fund having been reduced to a cost of $100,000 USD last year, the price of citizenship … Read more

PR: Bringing the Blockchain Conference and Luxury Cruising Together – Coinsbank’s 3rd Blockchain Cruise

If you thought blockchain events were all skinny men in dark, dusty rooms, think again. Coinsbanks is once more bringing luxury travel and blockchain together on Coinsbank’s third Blockchain Cruise from September 7-11th, 2018. The cruise, which has previously sailed the crystal waters of the Caribbean and the Indian Ocean, this time takes passengers to … Read more

Voyager Will Offer Fee-Free Cryptocurrency Trading Later This Week

It would appear that virtually every technology firm is looking to enter the cryptocurrency market in one way or another. Voyager, a firm backed by an Uber co-founder, is looking to launch no-fee trading of over a dozen different cryptocurrencies. It is another example of how cryptocurrency is maturing and getting more positive attention. Voyager … Read more