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• Why Bitcoin is Already Impacting Online Casinos?

  02-10-2017 23:22 via newsbtc.com
  So far 2017 has been a good year for Bitcoin, the world’s favorite cryptocurrency reached an all-time high of nearly $5,000 per coin. People now realize that the digital currency is here to stay while market experts predict that a single coin could be worth a staggering $600,000 by 2030. One of the distinguishing features … Continue reading Why Bitcoin is Already Impacting Online Casinos?
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• Bitcoin Ethereum: IMF Head Says Cryptocurrency Could Be the ... - Fortune

  02-10-2017 22:35
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  The managing director of the International Monetary Fund, or IMF, talked up the potential of virtual currencies to supplant traditional monies in coming decades ...
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• PBoC Advisor: 'China Was Right to Ban ICOs'

  02-10-2017 22:30
  An advisor to China's central bank argued in a new op-ed that a recent move to crack down on initial coin offerings was the right course to take.
  
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• Treasures of the Games Industry: How Useless Items Are becoming Priceless

  02-10-2017 22:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  In 2017, the gaming world is expected to generate close to $110 billion in revenue worldwide with 2.3 billion people playing games every day on different platforms and devices. Mobile gaming is the most lucrative platform creating $42.1 billion, or 42 percent, of the global market, according to Newzoo’s latest Global Games Market Report. But […]
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• Treasures of the Game Industry: How Useless Items Are becoming Priceless

  02-10-2017 22:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  In 2017, the gaming world is expected to generate close to $110 billion in revenue worldwide with 2.3 billion people playing games every day on different platforms and devices. Mobile gaming is the most lucrative platform creating $42.1 billion, or 42 percent, of the global market, according to Newzoo’s latest Global Games Market Report. But […]
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• Goldman Sachs May Launch a Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Exchange

  02-10-2017 21:57 via newsbtc.com
  Earlier this week, Paul Vigna, a Wall Street Journal reporter, revealed that several key figures familiar with the matter confirmed that Goldman Sachs, the $93 billion investment bank, may launch a bitcoin and cryptocurrency trading platform in the upcoming months. Goldman Sachs’ cryptocurrency trading division and strategic investment group are reportedly investigating into the plan … Continue reading Goldman Sachs May Launch a Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Exchange
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• Ross Ulbricht Drops Claim to Millions Raised in Silk Road Bitcoin Auctions

  02-10-2017 20:30
  The convicted operator of the Silk Road dark market has given up his claim to over $48 million raised after the sale of more than 144,000 bitcoins.
  
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• The race to create the Amazon or Instagram of cryptocurrency - CNBC

  02-10-2017 20:06
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  The race to create the Amazon or Instagram of cryptocurrency
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  Although the extreme hype around blockchain and cryptocurrency today attracts hucksters and scammers, investor Chris Dixon and Coinbase founder Fred Ehrsam argue that the significance of the rise of cryptocurrencies is undeniable. Just as Amazon ...and more »
  
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• The Amazon of cryptocurrency: What will it look like? - CNBC.com - CNBC

  02-10-2017 20:06
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  The Amazon of cryptocurrency: What will it look like? - CNBC.com
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  Amazon built the first web-native e-commerce platform, Instagram the first mobile-native photo platform. What will be the blockchain equivalent?and more »
  
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• VIBE tokens: “one of the most anticipated coins” to start trading

  02-10-2017 20:00 via crypto-news.net
  Viberate, a blockchain platform for live music, recently set a record as one of the fastest token crowdsales to date, raising 10.7 million dollars in under five minutes and joining the ranks of Brave, Bancor and Aragon.
  Starting October 6, Vibe tokens – the main cryptocurrency of the platform – will begin trading on Livecoin.net exchange. “Based on numerous questions regarding the first listing, we believe this is one of the most anticipated coins in 2017. We can’t wait t
  
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• Eidoo Wallet Provides Interoperability Across Multi-Cryptocurrencies

  02-10-2017 19:56 via newsbtc.com
  Traditional private equity firms have been slow to venture into blockchain and cryptocurrency investments. Even as major companies around the world join blockchain consortiums, owing to immature companies and technologies some investors are taking a wait-and-see approach. Digital Identity is a new investment firm (founded in 2016) but its investment team members are veterans in … Continue reading Eidoo Wallet Provides Interoperability Across Multi-Cryptocurrencies
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• Bitcoin Price Watch; Trading The Range

  02-10-2017 19:38 via newsbtc.com
  That’s another day complete in our bitcoin price trading efforts and – once again – we’ve had a cracking one. Things are now all but entirely recovered from the correction that came a few weeks ago on the bag of the China farce and the bitcoin price is now very much under the control of … Continue reading Bitcoin Price Watch; Trading The Range
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• Report: Goldman Sachs Considering Bitcoin Services for Clients

  02-10-2017 19:30
  Goldman Sachs is said to be in the early stages of planning a possible cryptocurrency trading operation, according to the Wall Street Journal.
  
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• Korean Messaging App KakaoTalk Launching Cryptocurrency Exchange - Investopedia

  02-10-2017 19:17
  Korean Messaging App KakaoTalk Launching Cryptocurrency Exchange
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  Companies of all kinds are looking to get in on the cryptocurrency exchange: retailers are increasingly accepting digital token payments for their goods or even launching their own cryptocurrencies. Now, South Korea's largest instant messaging platform ...
  
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• Bearish Undertone: OMG Token Flirts With Fibonacci Support

  02-10-2017 18:35
  The ICO token with the highest market capitalization continues to court trader interest in spite of bearish news trends.
  
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• EmCash Is Dubai's First Official Cryptocurrency - Futurism - Futurism

  02-10-2017 18:18
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  The emirate of Dubai has developed an official cryptocurrency, emCash, which runs on its own blockchain and is designed for various financial transactions.and more »
  
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• Russia's Deputy PM: Blockchain Could See 'Broad Use in State Administration'

  02-10-2017 18:00
  Russia's deputy prime minister has spoken about the government's possible use of blockchain for state services.
  
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• Crypto in countries without currencies – Ecuador

  02-10-2017 17:47
  Today, there are approximately 50 countries across the world which do not have or do not use their own currencies. In several cases, this has created a push by the governments to try and create a digital currency or a cryptocurrency of their own.Ecuador
  Over the course of Ecuador’s history, the small Latin American country has seen currencies come and go. Some based on silver, some on gold. Pesos, francos, sucre, reales, dollars and even the Moby Dick coin changed hands within Ecuador betw
  
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• Altcoin Analysis for 02-10-2017: NEO, DASH, IOTA, XMR and NEM

  02-10-2017 17:44 via newsbtc.com
  NEOUSD TECHNICAL ANALYSIS Yesterday’s recommendation remains unchanged partly because there was nothing that could warrant an alternative view. Price movement was tight at $3 and buy pressure sustained as evidenced by those long lower wicks as yesterday’s candle closed. As you can see, $35 resistance level is still relevant and surprisingly yesterday’s highs matched 30.09.2017 … Continue reading Altcoin Analysis for 02-10-2017: NEO, DASH, IOTA, XMR and NEM
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• AngelList Creator Naval Ravikant Backs S&P-Style Cryptocurrency ... - CoinDesk

  02-10-2017 17:09
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  A startup led by former Facebook and Google employees is launching a cryptocurrency index fund. Backed by AngelList founder Naval Ravikant, Bitwise Asset ...and more »
  
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• AngelList Creator Naval Ravikant Backs S&P-Style Cryptocurrency Fund

  02-10-2017 16:59
  One of the blockchain industry's most notable investors is backing a new cryptocurrency startup – one that is today launching an index fund product.
  
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• Slow Ascent? Bitcoin Prices Climb Toward $4,500 on Weak Volumes

  02-10-2017 16:00
  The BTC/USD exchange rate is edging up on Monday, but chart analysis suggests weak volumes could play spoilsport to any larger rally.
  
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• MicroMoney Announces ICO, Set to Start from October 18, 2017

  02-10-2017 15:58 via newsbtc.com
  MicroMoney, a fintech institution, has announced its ICO, starting from October 18, 2017. As per World Bank’s study, around 2 billion of world’s population doesn’t have a bank account. They cannot acquire credit and lack access to financial services such as SME and personal loans, which has affected the economies like Thailand, Myanmar, and the … Continue reading MicroMoney Announces ICO, Set to Start from October 18, 2017
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• Bitcoin Debit Card Wirex Adds Dash Cryptocurrency Payments

  02-10-2017 15:55
  This also enables Dash users to withdraw cash at any ATM, using the Wirex card, in 210 countries across the world.
  
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• Cryptocurrency is Hybrid Financial Instrument but Should Not Have Special Treatment - CoinTelegraph

  02-10-2017 15:47
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  Cryptocurrency is Hybrid Financial Instrument but Should Not Have Special Treatment
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  There is more to cryptocurrencies than just being money, or currency, and there are very good reasons for them to fall under a tax regulation in the traditional sense. Bitcoin and the like can also be debt and equity, and that automatically lends them ...
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• SAFT Arrives: 'Simple' Investor Agreement Aims to Remove ICO Complexities

  02-10-2017 15:00
  The opaque market for initial coin offerings is moving toward clarity with the release of a new framework for investors and issuers.
  
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• Can Disney’s Dragonchain Effectively Compete With Ethereum in the Future?

  02-10-2017 15:00 via newsbtc.com
  Blockchain enthusiasts will recall how Disney got involved in distributed ledger technology. The company created Dragonchain, which serves to be a more private blockchain. Although things have been relatively quiet regarding this project, it is anything but forgotten. As it turns out, there are plans to build a commercial business for Dragonchain. If this effort … Continue reading Can Disney’s Dragonchain Effectively Compete With Ethereum in the Future?
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• This Cryptocurrency Gained 695% on a Deal With Visa That Didn't ... - Bloomberg

  02-10-2017 14:41
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  This Cryptocurrency Gained 695% on a Deal With Visa That Didn't ...
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  A form of digital money known as Monaco gained as much as 695 percent in value since May 17, when its issuing company tweeted that it would offer a Visa ...and more »
  
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• Sixteen Blockchain Startups Launch ICO Transparency Initiative

  02-10-2017 14:40
  Crypto leaders create a self-regulated, industry-led movement towards greater transparency and accountability within the sector.
  
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• Why ICOs Should Want to Be Securities

  02-10-2017 14:05
  If you were to dedicate years to building something revolutionary, wouldn’t you want the certainty it’s not a ticking legal time bomb?
  
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• Two Less Tims: R3 Sees Key Employees Depart for New Ventures

  02-10-2017 13:00
  Blockchain consortium R3 has lost two of its most public employees, Tim Grant and Tim Swanson, who are moving onto their own ventures.
  
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• Two Fewer Tims: R3 Sees Key Employees Depart for New Ventures

  02-10-2017 13:00
  Blockchain consortium R3 has lost two of its most public employees, Tim Grant and Tim Swanson, who are moving onto their own ventures.
  
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• Gladius Using Blockchain As Global CDN And DDoS Mitigation System

  02-10-2017 13:00 via newsbtc.com
  It seems that nowadays the front pages of papers are inundated with news about cyber hacks. First, it’s the Equifax hack, and next, it’s the SEC admitting, almost a full year later, that its filing system was breached in 2016. Further, companies are seeking ways to increase webpage load times globally through CDN (content delivery … Continue reading Gladius Using Blockchain As Global CDN And DDoS Mitigation System
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• Bitcoin Exchange BTCC Brings Chinese Trading to a Close

  02-10-2017 12:30
  BTCC, an international cryptocurrency exchange with headquarters in China, has announced it has ceased all domestic trading activities.
  
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• Alleged Bitcoin Money Launderer Has First Extradition Hearing

  02-10-2017 12:01
  Alleged BTC-e operator Alexander Vinnik has had his first extradition hearing after being arrested in Greece on charges of money laundering.
  
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• Should we be Concerned About all Major Currencies Seeing a Decline in Transactions per day?

  02-10-2017 12:00 via newsbtc.com
  Most cryptocurrency enthusiasts are well aware of how currencies work. More specifically, people know Bitcoin transactions don’t always represent purchases or payments for services rendered. In most cases, funds are being moved to and from exchange or mining rewards are distributed. If the number of transactions per day goes down, that is not necessarily something … Continue reading Should we be Concerned About all Major Currencies Seeing a Decline in Transactions per day?
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• Cryptocurrency Values Rising Despite State Resistance

  02-10-2017 12:00 via crypto-news.net
  The crypto space began September on a positive note. Despite tremendous volatility over the previous few months, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology appeared poised to break into the mainstream. Bitcoin had survived the chain-split, after which it saw a surge in value, touching $5,000 for the first time. Altcoins were also moving ahead, with the majors reaching record highs as well. These advances came to a halt two weeks ago after a series of negative moves that included China shuttering e
  
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• Police Confirm North Korean Connection in Bitcoin Exchange Phishing

  02-10-2017 11:00
  Law enforcement officials have confirmed that hackers from North Korea sought to steal bitcoins from exchanges in South Korea.
  
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• IMF Head: Cryptocurrencies Might Give Fiat Currencies a “Run for their Money”

  02-10-2017 10:55
  Christine Lagarde warns that it may be as unwise to dismiss cryptocurrencies as it was to dismiss computers.
  
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• Recently-Launched DECENT Blockchain Wins Big at CESA Awards

  02-10-2017 10:17 via newsbtc.com
  After years of development and testing, the DECENT platform was finally released to the world on June 30th. That was just the beginning, however, as their team has gone on to establish even more partnerships and win some prestigious awards. DECENT is a blockchain-based P2P content distribution network and cryptocurrency. Artists can directly register their … Continue reading Recently-Launched DECENT Blockchain Wins Big at CESA Awards
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• Senior Executives Join CasinoCoin Advisory Board

  02-10-2017 10:00 via newsbtc.com
  2nd October, 2017 (Isle of Man) – The non-profit Foundation of CasinoCoin (CSC), the open source, peer-to-peer cryptocurrency designed specifically for the regulated online gambling industry, has announced the appointment of several senior industry professionals to its newly-established advisory board. Last month, CasinoCoin announced its re-launch and the establishment of The Double C Foundation, created … Continue reading Senior Executives Join CasinoCoin Advisory Board
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• Hacken: Blockchain Cybersecurity Community Platform Announces ICO

  02-10-2017 10:00 via newsbtc.com
  Hacken, a cybersecurity platform for bug bounties had been running its pre-sale since September 18, 2017, with 30 percent bonuses for early investors. The company will open its public ICO from October 12, 2017. Hacken is the novel cryptocurrency platform developed on cybersecurity ecosystem for white hat hackers. The pre-ICO has successfully ended on September … Continue reading Hacken: Blockchain Cybersecurity Community Platform Announces ICO
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• Cease-and-Desist? In Search Of a New Approach to ICOs

  02-10-2017 10:00
  Regulators are taking positions on token sales, but CoinDesk’s Noelle Acheson argues they may be approaching the industry from the wrong direction.
  
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• Etherparty is Latest to Get ICO Website Hacked, Will Compensate Victims

  02-10-2017 09:28
  Scammers, hackers and other cyber criminals continue to target cryptocurrency investors and projects.
  
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• Pundi X Labs Unveils Retail POS For Cryptocurrencies

  02-10-2017 09:13 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Isle of Man startup Pundi X Labs is looking to bring cryptocurrencies to brick-and-mortar businesses across Southeast Asia with a new point-of-sale (POS) device. The Pundi X POS device will enable shops, cafes and convenience stores to buy, sell and accept cryptocurrencies as a payment method. It will also allow them to provide their customers with […]
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• DASH/USD and LTC/USD Technical Analysis October 2nd 2017

  02-10-2017 08:52 via newsbtc.com
  DASH/USD DASH continues to grind sideways over the session, showing that we aren’t quite ready to take off. However, we have bounced a bit from the $320 level, so I think the buyers are coming back. Longer-term, expect to see this market test the $350 level, but you will have to be patient as this … Continue reading DASH/USD and LTC/USD Technical Analysis October 2nd 2017
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• ETH/USD and ETH/BTC Technical Analysis October 2nd 2017

  02-10-2017 08:46 via newsbtc.com
  ETH/USD Ethereum rally during the day on Friday, breaking above the $300 level. As we rolled into the weekend, we started to test the $305 level, and a move above there should send this market much higher. Until then, I believe the buying dips will continue to be the way going forward as this market … Continue reading ETH/USD and ETH/BTC Technical Analysis October 2nd 2017
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• BTC/USD and BTC/JPY Technical Analysis October 2nd 2017

  02-10-2017 08:40 via newsbtc.com
  BTC/USD Bitcoin rally during the day on Friday, reaching above the $4200 level. By doing so, we went into the weekend showing real strength. It looks now as if the buyers are coming back on dips, and therefore this is a market that seems to be well supported at the $4200 level, and again extending … Continue reading BTC/USD and BTC/JPY Technical Analysis October 2nd 2017
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• Japan Approved 11 Bitcoin Exchanges and Chinese Traders Demonstrate Why

  02-10-2017 08:11 via newsbtc.com
  In the upcoming months, the Chinese government’s imposition of a nationwide ban on local cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms could backfire if the government, People’s Bank of China (PBoC), and the country’s financial regulators do not resume cryptocurrency trading activities. Last week, in an interview with South China Morning Post, a Chinese cryptocurrency trader operating … Continue reading Japan Approved 11 Bitcoin Exchanges and Chinese Traders Demonstrate
  
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• Ethereum Price Technical Analysis – ETH/USD Remains Range Bound

  02-10-2017 07:00 via newsbtc.com
  Key Highlights ETH price is trading in a range with resistance near the $302-304 levels against the US Dollar. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $297 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via SimpleFX). The price is now above $295 and the 100 hourly simple moving average, which … Continue reading Ethereum Price Technical Analysis – ETH/USD Remains Range Bound
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