The popular Opera Browser has pushed forward on its quest to gain traction in the cryptocurrency community, recently announcing that it was extending its built-in wallet to users of the Opera Desktop Browser. As reported by Ethereum World News, this isn’t Opera’s first move into the cryptosphere, as the Oslo-based firm introduced an Ethereum-centric crypto wallet …
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During an interview at Tech Crunch Sessions: Blockchain 2018, Ethereum Founder, Vitalik Buterin hoped “centralized exchanges burn in hell as much as possible” as he strongly advocated for the use of decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges. Vitalik’s fiery comments stemmed from his annoyance towards centralized exchanges wielding “stupid king-like power” as they have the power to dictate which cryptocurrencies “become big” after making projects pay extortionate “$10 to …
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The network, created by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority, is intended to create a global sandbox for tech innovators and regulators. The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced the creation of the Global Financial Innovation Network (GFIN) in an August 7 press release. According to the statement, the creation of the network is the next step …
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Two bank employees have been working on setting up a new cryptocurrency trading desk in Barclays, one of the UK’s ‘Big Four’ banks. At least, that’s what it says on their LinkedIn profiles. Business Insider reports that Chris Tyler’s profile stated that he’s been “hired to produce a business plan for integrating a digital …
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Ethereum Classic Is Now Live On Coinbase Pro On Tuesday morning, Coinbase took to Twitter to announce that its plans for the launch of Ethereum Classic were successful, with the exchange finally offering support for the transfer of this crypto asset. Coinbase Pro ✔@CoinbasePro Coinbase Pro is now accepting transfers of Ethereum Classic! Our full launch schedule …
The market declines that have affected cryptocurrencies this year have prompted many traders to express concern about the future value of the technology, but actions by players behind the scenes paint a very different picture. Interest from professional and institutional investors is growing swiftly, and the mood is very optimistic. This year has seen a …
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With the third largest market cap of all cryptocurrencies, Ripples’ XRP has struck a chord with investors. But as appealing as it is to some, it is equally distasteful to others. Denounced as a ‘bankers coin’ by crypto purists, but lauded by its supporters as a practical solution to the problems faced by bitcoin, XRP …
Goldman Sachs has repeated hints it will launch cryptocurrency-related services, sources tell Bloomberg. Goldman Sachs plans to “offer [clients] custody for crypto funds,” insider sources told Bloomberg August 6, as the investment bank says it remains “undecided” on its cryptocurrency plans. As the publication reports, Goldman, which in May first hinted it would trade Bitcoin …
The U.K. has been a leader in the CMU initiative, but now with the Brexit deadline approaching, it plans to implement its own crypto regulations before 2019. In our Expert Takes, opinion leaders from inside and outside the crypto industry express their views, share their experience and give professional advice. Expert Takes cover everything from …
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Crypto is gradually assuming a more acceptable and legitimate face. There could be even more positive effects in the future, particularly if full regulation helps to reel in big institutional investors. Source: iStock/RyanJLane The recent rally of bitcoin and its rivals were linked to several explanations: the reemergence of the bulls, a possible Bitcoin ETF, and also a …
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