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Twitter Considering Bitcoin Options, Including on Balance Sheet, Exec Says

Chief financial officer Ned Segal said the firm has been watching other companies to see what it can learn.

February 10, 2021

Haunted by Past Elon Musk Predictions, Gold Bug Peter Schiff Tears Into Tesla’s BTC Acquisition

After previously claiming that Elon Musk was too smart to buy bitcoin, Euro Pacific Capital CEO Peter Schiff is reacting angrily to reports that Tesla has acquired the cryptocurrency. In a series of tweets on February 8, Schiff now claims that Musk has no interest in bitcoin’s store of value credentials but is only interested…

February 10, 2021

Rhode Island Lawmakers Hope to Boost State Economy With Blockchain-Friendly Legislation

A newly introduced blockchain bill aims to provide a “welcoming” environment for fintech companies in a bid to stimulate growth and jobs.

February 10, 2021

The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust: What It Is and How It Works

The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust is a traditional financial product that allows institutional investors to gain exposure to bitcoin.

February 10, 2021

How Traditional Exchanges Are Boosting Crypto Adoption

With ETPs, indices and derivatives, exchanges have started meeting demand for regulated crypto products, explains Kaiko’s head of research.

February 10, 2021

Baidu reportedly aims to address chip shortage plaguing gaming, crypto and cars

Baidu is reportedly planning to commercialize its chip technology by setting up a dedicated subsidiary backed by crypto-friendly venture capital firms.

February 10, 2021

Grayscale CEO: Firms race to buy Bitcoin as mood shifts from ‘why’ to ‘why not?’

Grayscale CEO Michael Sonnenshein told CNBC that more tech leaders and institutional investors could follow Elon Musk into Bitcoin after Tesla’s $1.5 billion purchase.

February 10, 2021

Payments Startup Celo Raises $20M From a16z, Electric Capital

Celo offers a blockchain payments platform using customers’ cellphone numbers to secure their public keys.

February 10, 2021

Litecoin Hits 3-Year High as Prices Surge Across Altcoin Markets

Alternative cryptocurrencies are surging as bitcoin consolidates after its recent record-breaking rally.

February 10, 2021

10 Arrested Over SIM-Swap Hacks That Stole $100M in Crypto From Celebrities: Europol

The alleged international criminal network targeted online influencers, sports stars, musicians and their families in the U.S.

February 10, 2021

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