Craig Wright autographs Bitcoin whitepapers at Tsinghua University in China

Craig Wright kicked off the Bitcoin SV road trip at Tsinghua University in China, where he signed a printout of the Bitcoin whitepaper. Wright’s panels in China were met with a wave of backlash, with many criticizing the Tsinghua Blockchain Association for providing a platform for such a controversial figure. Spreading the Bitcoin SV gospel… Continue reading Craig Wright autographs Bitcoin whitepapers at Tsinghua University in China

Why the world’s largest crypto exchange is expanding into Turkey

Binance, the world’s biggest crypto exchange, is taking steps to expand into Turkey, an up-and-coming cryptocurrency market. Speaking to Cointelegraph, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao said the company is establishing a team of a dozen full-time employees in the country. Zhao said : “Other than that we really want to invest in Turkey heavily. We also… Continue reading Why the world’s largest crypto exchange is expanding into Turkey

SEC Approves Bitcoin Futures Fund

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved an investment fund that will invest in bitcoin futures contracts. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce calls this move “a bit of progress.” The SEC has also revealed why it decided to approve such a fund. Also read: Swiss Licensed Crypto Bank Expanding Into 9 Markets Bitcoin Futures… Continue reading SEC Approves Bitcoin Futures Fund

Boerse Stuttgart’s Crypto Exchange Live for All Traders in Germany

Germany’s second-largest stock exchange, Boerse Stuttgart, has opened up its cryptocurrency trading platform to all interested traders in the country. This move follows the passing of a bill allowing banks in Germany to sell and hold cryptocurrencies for their clients starting next year. Also read: Regulatory Roundup — Germany to Let Banks Sell and Store… Continue reading Boerse Stuttgart’s Crypto Exchange Live for All Traders in Germany

Ross Ulbricht Clemency Petition Gathers 250,000 Signatures

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6Xz4luFb2c&w=560&h=349] On Friday, the Clemency for Ross Ulbricht petition hosted on Change.org surpassed 250,000 signatures. The solicitation for signatures started in July 2018 and gathered roughly 6,200 signatures during the first three days. Now with a quarter of a million signatures asking U.S. President Donald Trump to commute Ulbricht’s sentence, the message clearly shows… Continue reading Ross Ulbricht Clemency Petition Gathers 250,000 Signatures

IstanBlock 2020 – bringing Turkey and blockchain together

Istanbul will host its first-ever Turkey blockchain week from April 6-10, with the main event IstanBlock 2020 being held on April 9-10. Throughout the week the focus will be on Turkey’s rapid and growing adoption of the technology, and the opportunities it presents. The event has already attracted big names, including government speakers and Turkish… Continue reading IstanBlock 2020 – bringing Turkey and blockchain together

Chicago Company Mines at Oil Wells, Educates Producers About Bitcoin

Utilizing stranded gas to power bitcoin mining rigs at oil and gas wells is a promising business opportunity. It is profitable for all participating parties and beneficial for the environment. Not without challenges, this young industry is growing in energy-rich North America. Several companies are working to expand the niche and U.S.-based EZ Blockchain shared… Continue reading Chicago Company Mines at Oil Wells, Educates Producers About Bitcoin

Bitcoin Cash 2019: Year in Review

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IATkQEdRdVI&w=560&h=349] 2019 is coming to an end and the Bitcoin Cash (BCH ) ecosystem has matured a great deal. BCH has successfully upgraded twice this year, adding Schnorr signatures capabilities and most transactions on the BCH network are now non-malleable. Moreover, BCH has seen increased adoption this year, an SLP token explosion, a slew… Continue reading Bitcoin Cash 2019: Year in Review

Ethereum 2.0 gets a Sapphire Testnet explorer on Etherscan

Etherscan and Prysmatic Labs have released their Beacon Chain Ethereum 2.0 Testnet explorer. According to the company’s announcement, the explorer will allow users to view the Sapphire Testnet, a public network developed by Prystmatic Labs that implements the Ethereum 2.0 Phase 0 protocol. New testnet explorer means Ethereum 2.0 could see the light of day… Continue reading Ethereum 2.0 gets a Sapphire Testnet explorer on Etherscan