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Cryptocurrency Exchanges Join Hands to Form Self-Regulatory Organization

Bitstamp, Inc., bitFlyer USA, Inc., Bittrex, Inc., and Gemini Trust Company, LLC, have joined hands to form the Virtual Commodity Association (VCA) Working Group. The working group will work towards establishing an industry-sponsored, self-regulatory organization (SRO) to oversee virtual commodity marketplaces, the group said on Monday. The VCA will develop a framework for industry best… Continue reading Cryptocurrency Exchanges Join Hands to Form Self-Regulatory Organization

eToro Adds IOTA, Brings Number of Available Crypto Assets to 12

eToro, a global trading and investment platform, has announced the addition of IOTA to its list of crypto assets, bringing the total number available to 12. The move to add the 11th-ranked cryptocurrency by market cap comes as investors seek more diversity with their portfolios. IOTA is now available on the platform alongside Bitcoin, Ethereum,… Continue reading eToro Adds IOTA, Brings Number of Available Crypto Assets to 12

Crypto Scam: Head of BitConnect India Arrested at Delhi Airport

Divyesh Darji, the head of BitConnect India and the alleged kingpin of a cryptocurrency scam that duped investors out of billions of dollars, was arrested on Saturday by the Gujarat Criminal Investigation Department (CID) at the Delhi airport. Inspector P G Narwade of CID crime of the Gujarat police said Darji was living in Dubai… Continue reading Crypto Scam: Head of BitConnect India Arrested at Delhi Airport

How Countries Can Develop Sovereign Crypto Economies Efficiently And Cost-Effectively

There are many countries today that still don’t have a currency of their own including Ecuador and Marshall Islands. Many of them are small countries that can’t afford expensive printed FIAT currency management. The emergence of sovereign cryptocurrencies has presented a new way for countries to be currency independent and form a new identity as… Continue reading How Countries Can Develop Sovereign Crypto Economies Efficiently And Cost-Effectively

VERSES Pioneers Global Augmented and Virtual Reality Economy Powered by Blockchain Technology

VERSES has showcased its virtual and augmented reality protocols to power a new economy of tradable digital assets in the form of holographic avatars.  VERSES is looking to create a marketplace in which the physical and virtual worlds interact seamlessly, with blockchain technology powering a new generation of secure digital trade and immersive experiences. The… Continue reading VERSES Pioneers Global Augmented and Virtual Reality Economy Powered by Blockchain Technology

Pure Diamond Farm Singapore to Create Affordable Lab-Grown Diamonds on the Blockchain

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend is a popular saying that has become a well-known anthem for steadfast relationships. Yet, even though people put trust into a diamond they are buying, how can we be sure that it has been ethically sourced and is genuine? Not only that but is there a cheaper alternative available?… Continue reading Pure Diamond Farm Singapore to Create Affordable Lab-Grown Diamonds on the Blockchain

Bridging The Gap: Why More Brands Are Bringing Blockchain To The Loyalty Industry

The underpinnings of loyalty rewards programs date as far back as 1793 when a merchant in the US began handing out copper tokens to his customers, which they could then exchange for items in the store, thus enticing customers to return time and time again. The idea caught on and the rest is history! While… Continue reading Bridging The Gap: Why More Brands Are Bringing Blockchain To The Loyalty Industry

Indonesia Welcomes Blockchain Hub

The Indonesia Blockchain Hub was launched on Thursday by the Creative Economy Agency (BEKRAF), the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce (KADIN), the Indonesian Blockchain Association, and blockchain-based agritech startup Hara. The organization said it will act as a “gateway to Indonesia’s growing blockchain ecosystem” and a platform for local and international blockchain industry players to network… Continue reading Indonesia Welcomes Blockchain Hub

Huobi Invests in U.S. Security Token Exchange

Chinese exchange giant Huobi has announced an investment in and partnership with the OpenFinancial Network. The OpenFinancial Network describes itself as “the first US based regulated security token trading platform.” A security token, as opposed to a utility token, is designed to represent value of an outside source. Most commonly, it is supposed to represent… Continue reading Huobi Invests in U.S. Security Token Exchange

Japan’s Biggest Chat App Line Expands Cryptocurrency Offering

Line Corporation, a Japanese Internet firm and the operator of the country’s most popular messaging app, has added Tron (TRX) to its cryptocurrency exchange platform Bitbox. Tron is the first crypto-token to pass the review process by the Bitbox open-listing committee and joins other cryptocurrencies already available in the platform including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Ripple,… Continue reading Japan’s Biggest Chat App Line Expands Cryptocurrency Offering