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Cashing in on cryptocurrency

WATERLOO — The CEO of one Canada's most valuable startups wants clarity around government regulations for cryptocurrencies so he doesn't have ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2G9lIe3 via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Japan Bolsters Crypto Exchange Regulations to Prevent Another Coincheck

Japanese regulators have announced stricter regulations for cryptocurrency exchanges in an effort to prevent another heist like the one that befell Coincheck in January, according to Nikkei Asian Review. The country's Financial Services Agency expects to begin using a new, stricter framework for ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2rqfqCd via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Institutional Interest in Cryptocurrency Is Rising, and It Is Not Surprising

The survey provides actual figures on a phenomenon we've observed since the cryptocurrency market bull rally began – namely, that banks are closely examining client interest in the digital asset class to determine an appropriate entry point. Some are farther along than others, such as hedge funds ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2qYWDgt via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Caveat cryptor: Investors and regulators wary of cryptocurrency

Using cryptocurrency allows the foundation to conduct business across borders without the headaches of financial intermediaries and exchange rates, Allen said. “Now that makes total sense,” he said. “But to get into primary [U.S.] consumer markets, coins are going to have to be convertible into dollars. from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2qgUCeW via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Asian Cryptocurrency Trading Roundup: Red Friday Selloff Continues

Today may well go down in crypto lore as 'Red Friday'. The third dip has come and it has been lower than before, the lowest point so far this year as total market cap dropped below $253 billion. The selloff continued this morning in Asia as Bitcoin plummeted to a low of $6,800. Many altcoins have also ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2GYNBHM via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Asian Altcoin Trading Roundup: Top Cryptocurrency is Binance Coin

Binance's own cryptocurrency is currently valued at $12.16, up from $9.58 this time yesterday. BNB has had a very good week rising over 35% from $9 this time seven days ago despite the fracas with Japanese regulators. The monthly picture is also positive showing similar gains, the highest this altcoin ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2IKlvR7 via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Asian Altcoin Trading Roundup: Top Cryptocurrency is Lisk

The crypto market free-fall seems to have stalled for the time being, things are still not looking too pretty though and further dips could be ahead. Bitcoin has found some support at around $8,000 and is currently hovering around this level. Altcoins have largely suffered and shed all gains since the last ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency http://ift.tt/2IuKNT7 via IFTTT http://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Surge in cryptocurrency-mining malware heralds bigger problems for CSOs

As surging investment drives interest in cryptocurrency , cryptomining malware has emerged from nowhere to become one of the biggest threats facing enterprise security managers. The past year has seen an explosion in mining activity as cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities such as the Apache Struts ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency http://ift.tt/2FYrSSd via IFTTT http://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Ripple price 'CRASH': Cryptocurrency value PLUNGES following DEVASTATING XRP loss

Ripple appears to be in free fall - the cryptocurrency was trading at $0.96 a week ago but has since plummeted. Despite the lacklustre market value - Craig Cole, from CryptoMap, explained that the cryptocurrency still has the technology to “disrupt the industry”. He stated that the cryptocurrency's ability to ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency http://ift.tt/2pakp8e via IFTTT http://ift.tt/eA8V8J

How to pay everyday people in cryptocurrency for online influence

How many times have you purchased online a product online by simply following the tip of a posted picture? Many, for sure. And how many times have you decided to try “that product” from “that brand” just because you saw a friend sponsoring it online? A lot, no need to tell us. Has it ever occurred to you ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency http://ift.tt/2FmYDZ2 via IFTTT http://ift.tt/eA8V8J

South Korea regulator flags better deal for cryptocurrency industry

The regulator said on Tuesday that it hopes to see South Korea - which has become a hub for cryptocurrency trade - normalise the virtual coin business in a self-regulatory environment. "The whole world is now framing the outline (for cryptocurrency ) and therefore (the government) should rather work ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency http://ift.tt/2HxE7mx via IFTTT http://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Here's how you can avoid getting badly burnt in the cryptocurrency revolution

Investing in cryptocurrency is not for the faint-hearted – a fact that has become increasingly apparent over recent weeks. After making some impressive gains at the end of last year, nearly all the major digital currencies have since come crashing down, only to gather momentum once again. These violent ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency http://ift.tt/2sN2j1h via IFTTT http://ift.tt/eA8V8J

NEO goes two digit in a broader cryptocurrency sell-off as regulatory concerns loom large

Among the noteworthy news, Colorado Senator Jared Polis has sent a written petition to the House of Ethics asking all the House members to disclose their cryptocurrency holdings and assets, arguing cryptocurrencies are regarded as commodity by several agencies and thus Congress members ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency http://ift.tt/2nT6Ee7 via IFTTT http://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Nigerian cryptocurrency craze unfazed by bitcoin plunge

Samuel-Biyi's company, SureRemit, developed its own virtual token -- a kind of custom cryptocurrency like bitcoin or one of the many alternatives such as ether. The tokens are used to buy vouchers, which may be used to purchase goods and pay bills at participating merchants anywhere in the world, ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency http://ift.tt/2sfIKyc via IFTTT http://ift.tt/eA8V8J