Report: Crypto and Oil Market Slumps Are Sign of Approaching ‘Flash Crash’ in Markets

BAML strategists have suggested that recent oil and crypto market dives are indicators of an approaching “flash crash.”
Report: Crypto and Oil Market Slumps Are Sign of Approaching ‘Flash Crash’ in Markets
by Ana Alexandre 19 MINUTES AGO
Bitcoin, Ripple, Ethereum, Stellar, EOS, Litecoin, Cardano, Monero, TRON, DASH: Price Analysis, Nov. 16

Bitcoin saw its third worst drop of 2018 on Nov. 14, as it broke down to new year-to-date lows. After the recent fall, how should traders approach the markets?
Bitcoin, Ripple, Ethereum, Stellar, EOS, Litecoin, Cardano, Monero, TRON, DASH: Price Analysis, Nov. 16
by Rakesh Upadhyay 1 HOUR AGO
Chinese Blockchain-Related Company Xunlei Reports $45.3 Million Q3 Revenue

Xunlei, a Chinese desktop software producer that has recently turned to blockchain, reports $45.3 million revenue in Q3 2018.
Chinese Blockchain-Related Company Xunlei Reports $45.3 Million Q3 Revenue
by Ana Berman 3 HOURS AGO
BitMEX Analysts: Both Camps in BCH ‘Hash War’ Are Mining at Major Loss

Both opposing camps in the so-called Bitcoin Cash "hash war" are mining at a hefty loss, according to estimates from BitMEX.
BitMEX Analysts: Both Camps in BCH ‘Hash War’ Are Mining at Major Loss
by Marie Huillet 4 HOURS AGO
New Free Metal Card With Crypto Perks to Be Launched in the US

The startup says there are no annual or monthly fees or any commission for ATM withdrawals, up to US $1,000.
New Free Metal Card With Crypto Perks to Be Launched in the US
by Maria Yavuz 4 HOURS AGO
US SEC Levies ‘First’ Civil Penalties Against Two ICOs for ‘Unregistered’ Securities

In a self-described “first,” the U.S. SEC has imposed civil penalties against two ICOs solely over their failure to register their token sales.
US SEC Levies ‘First’ Civil Penalties Against Two ICOs for ‘Unregistered’ Securities
by Marie Huillet 4 HOURS AGO
“Wall Street’s Bookkeeper” Enters Test Phase of DLT Replatforming Along With 15 Major Banks

The project claims to be able to process the entire daily volume of the U.S. equities market, however, critics remain doubtful.
“Wall Street’s Bookkeeper” Enters Test Phase of DLT Replatforming Along With 15 Major Banks
by Henry Linver 5 HOURS AGO
Spanish City of Bilbao Launches $171K Tender to Develop Public Blockchain Network

Bilbao, the largest city in northern Spain, launches a $171,000 tender to create an inter-institutional public blockchain based on Ethereum.
Spanish City of Bilbao Launches $171K Tender to Develop Public Blockchain Network
by Ana Berman 6 HOURS AGO
Crimea Considers Blockchain Center for Anonymous Foreign Investments to Avoid Sanctions

Crimea could possibly create blockchain-based investment platforms for foreign investors under sanctions.
Crimea Considers Blockchain Center for Anonymous Foreign Investments to Avoid Sanctions
by Max Yakubowski 6 HOURS AGO
How to Recover Your Wallet if Your Private Keys Are Lost

The loss of private keys has seen crypto worth millions vanish – but new technology is helping enthusiasts recover wallets without compromising security.
How to Recover Your Wallet if Your Private Keys Are Lost
by Connor Blenkinsop 7 HOURS AGO
Bitcoin, Altcoins Begin Recovery While Bitcoin Cash Becomes Top 20’s Worst Performer

The impact of this week’s market volatility is beginning to fade for major cryptocurrency assets, markets confirm.
Bitcoin, Altcoins Begin Recovery While Bitcoin Cash Becomes Top 20’s Worst Performer
by William Suberg 8 HOURS AGO
South Korean University, Radio Broadcast Group Promote Blockchain-Academia Relationship

South Korea’s Jeju Province is set to create a new blockchain ecosystem in the region to interlink industry-academia specialists.

South Korean University, Radio Broadcast Group Promote Blockchain-Academia Relationship
by Max Yakubowski 8 HOURS AGO
Japan: Queries About Cryptocurrencies Steadily Decline, Financial Regulator Reveals

Japan’s financial watchdog reports a lower number of crypto enquiries in comparison to quarter two.
Japan: Queries About Cryptocurrencies Steadily Decline, Financial Regulator Reveals
by Ana Berman 9 HOURS AGO
Canada, UK, Singapore Central Banks: CBDCs Would Reduce Risks in Cross-Border Payments

CBDCs can improve counterparty credit risk for cross-border interbank payments and settlements, according to the central banks of Canada, U.K. and Singapore.
Canada, UK, Singapore Central Banks: CBDCs Would Reduce Risks in Cross-Border Payments
by Marie Huillet 9 HOURS AGO
Why Did Crypto Market Experience a $27 Billion Wipeout? Experts Discuss Factors

Crypto market experienced a $27 billion drop in valuation overnight, experts explain factors and trends.
Why Did Crypto Market Experience a $27 Billion Wipeout? Experts Discuss Factors
by Joseph Young 9 HOURS AGO
Azerbaijan: Central Bank Doesn’t Plan to Issue Its Own Cryptocurrency

Central bank issued digital currencies are too “risky and dangerous,” according to the first Chairman of the Central Bank of Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijan: Central Bank Doesn’t Plan to Issue Its Own Cryptocurrency
by Max Yakubowski 9 HOURS AGO
WSJ: SEC Opened Probe into Erik Voorhees, Crypto Loans Firm Over 2017 $50 Mln Token Sale

Crypto loans company Salt, once associated with Erik Voorhees, is facing an SEC probe over its 2017 $50 million token sale and whether Voorhees’ involvement bro...
WSJ: SEC Opened Probe into Erik Voorhees, Crypto Loans Firm Over 2017 $50 Mln Token Sale
by Marie Huillet 11 HOURS AGO
International Charity Oxfam Formally Launches Blockchain Rice Tracker in Cambodia

Oxfam wants to use smart contracts and blockchain to ensure better conditions for Cambodian rice producers.
International Charity Oxfam Formally Launches Blockchain Rice Tracker in Cambodia
by William Suberg 12 HOURS AGO
Guilty Plea Moves First US ICO Fraud Case to Final Stages, Sentencing Set for April

Maksim Zaslavskiy’s guilty plea could net him up to 37 months in prison for ICO token fraud.
Guilty Plea Moves First US ICO Fraud Case to Final Stages, Sentencing Set for April
by William Suberg 13 HOURS AGO
Nvidia Q3 Results Reveal ‘Crypto Hangover’ Due to Disappearance of Miner Sales

Nvidia released its Q3 2018 results today, revealing a “crypto hangover” as GPU prices failed to adjust quickly enough to disappearing demand from crypto miners...
Nvidia Q3 Results Reveal ‘Crypto Hangover’ Due to Disappearance of Miner Sales
by Ana Alexandre 19 HOURS AGO
OmiseGo Partners With Singapore Ride Hailing App to Trial Blockchain Solutions

Ethereum-based payment platform OmiseGo partnered with a Singapore firm behind a popular ride hailing app to develop a Proof-of-Concept and promote blockchain t...
OmiseGo Partners With Singapore Ride Hailing App to Trial Blockchain Solutions
by Ana Berman 20 HOURS AGO
Report: Application for Chinese Crypto Miner Canaan’s $400 Mln IPO Lapses

Chinese crypto mining manufacturer Canaan has let the application for its $400 million IPO on the Hong Kong stock exchange lapse.
Report: Application for Chinese Crypto Miner Canaan’s $400 Mln IPO Lapses
by Ana Alexandre 21 HOURS AGO
Hours After Bitcoin Cash Network Update Begins, Bitcoin ABC Over 10 Blocks Ahead

Hours after the start of the Bitcoin Cash upgrade, the Bitcoin ABC and Unlimited camps are leading in terms of hash rate and nodes.
Hours After Bitcoin Cash Network Update Begins, Bitcoin ABC Over 10 Blocks Ahead
by Ana Alexandre 23 HOURS AGO
Microsoft Releases Cloud-Based Azure Blockchain Development Kit

U.S.-based tech giant Microsoft has launched a serverless blockchain-powered development kit for consortium environments.
Microsoft Releases Cloud-Based Azure Blockchain Development Kit
by Ana Alexandre NOV 15, 2018
‘First’ Collectible on Two Blockchains: ‘The Cutest Crypto Game’ Now Available on EOS

The players can now breed both ETH and EOS-based virtual pets.
‘First’ Collectible on Two Blockchains: ‘The Cutest Crypto Game’ Now Available on EOS
by Maria Yavuz NOV 15, 2018
After Yesterday’s Bloodbath, Losses Continue for Major Cryptos, XRP Overtakes Ethereum

Major cryptocurrencies continue to see losses after yesterday’s drop in markets, XRP has overtaken Ethereum as the number two coin by market capitalization.
After Yesterday’s Bloodbath, Losses Continue for Major Cryptos, XRP Overtakes Ethereum
by Helen Partz NOV 15, 2018
European Central Bank Exec Calls Bitcoin the ‘Evil Spawn of the Financial Crisis'

Executive Board member of the European Central Bank, Benoit Coeure, considers Bitcoin to be the “evil spawn of the [2008] financial crisis.”
European Central Bank Exec Calls Bitcoin the ‘Evil Spawn of the Financial Crisis'
by Marie Huillet NOV 15, 2018
Russia: Sberbank CEO Says Industrial Scale Blockchain Adoption Is 1-2 Years Away

The head of major Russian bank Sberbank says blockchain technology will be adopted globally on an industrial scale in 1-2 years.
Russia: Sberbank CEO Says Industrial Scale Blockchain Adoption Is 1-2 Years Away
by Ana Berman NOV 15, 2018
Bitcoin’s Breakdown Will Take ‘Weeks, If Not Months’ to Rebound, Says Fundstrat Analyst

Bitcoin’s slump will take “weeks, if not months” to repair the damage and to build sustainable support for multi-month rally, analyst reports.
Bitcoin’s Breakdown Will Take ‘Weeks, If Not Months’ to Rebound, Says Fundstrat Analyst
by Helen Partz NOV 15, 2018
Ohio Congressman Wants to Allow ICOs to 'Sidestep' Securities Laws

Warren Davidson, Republican congressman for the 8th district of the U.S. state of Ohio, plans to introduce a bill that would allow ICOs to “sidestep” securities...
Ohio Congressman Wants to Allow ICOs to 'Sidestep' Securities Laws
by Marie Huillet NOV 15, 2018