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• IBM Smashes Analyst Estimates, But Can it Catch Cloud Rivals Amazon & Google?

  25-01-2019 23:55
  By CCN.com: Remember when IBM was the technology trailblazer? It seemed every innovation out of Big Blue took off, leaving any other company that dared to compete in the dust. Well, the tables have turned. No longer is IBM the standout in the technology space, and one of the reasons relates to the strides being
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• Bitcoin Price Clings to Interim Support While Litecoin Puts Stellar Back in its Place

  25-01-2019 23:15
  By CCN.com: The 24-hour period didn’t see much ultimate change in the Bitcoin price or the other few top cryptocurrencies. Litecoin overtook Stellar, however, following a rebranding earlier this week. Bitcoin Price Poised for a Breakout?: As noted by technical analysts Paul McNeal and Brian Swanny, a breakout in either direction may be imminent after
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• Crypto Exchange Bitstamp Announces Partnership with Major Swiss Online Bank

  25-01-2019 23:00 via cointelegraph.com
  Liechtenstein-registered crypto exchange Bitstamp has partnered with major Swiss online bank Dukascopy to allow its customers trade Bitcoin
  
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• Analyst: Bitcoin Halving Anticipation Could Lead to BTC Price Surge

  25-01-2019 23:00 via newsbtc.com
  Although the cryptocurrency markets have found some levels of support and stability around their current prices, many investors and analysts alike are looking towards future events that could potentially lead to a Bitcoin (BTC) price surge.
  Now, analysts are speculating that anticipation for Bitcoin’s upcoming “halving” event could lead its price to surge.
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• Crypto Wallet BRD Raises $15 Million In Series B Funding

  25-01-2019 22:36
  The funding round led by crypto arm of Japanese firm SBI Holdings, SBI Crypto Investment.
  
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• Pot Stocks Shoot Higher as Analyst Raises Canopy Growth Target by 50%

  25-01-2019 22:34
  By CCN.com: Piper Jaffray has raised its price target on Canopy Growth shares from $40 to $60, sending Canopy and other cannabis-related stocks upwards. The analyst says Canopy Growth’s step into the US makes them “bullish” on the potential of the stock. The cannabis company’s shares have already surged nearly 10% today, and other so-called
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• BTC vs. ETH – Is an upswing on the horizon?

  25-01-2019 22:30
  We have finally stepped into 2019, but many cryptocurrencies continue striving through the value drops as the market suffers harder. Still, anyone familiar with the cryptocurrency industry knows how quickly Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other popular cryptocurrencies can surge back in an upswing, and hopes for this miracle to happen soon. It’s part of what makes investing in cryptocurrency so exciting for venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and others. So, are Bitcoin or Ethereum due to experienc
  
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• Fox News Grills Tom Lee Over $25,000 Bitcoin Price Prediction

  25-01-2019 22:00 via newsbtc.com
  Fundstrat Global Advisors co-founder Tom Lee appeared on Fox News earlier today to talk to talk about traditional markets and cryptocurrency. It was not long before his famous “$25,000 by the end of 2018” Bitcoin price prediction was brought into question.
  Lee blamed the proliferation of the ICO fund-raising technique for the inaccuracy in his price call. He was also asked if he still thought $25,000 per Bitcoin was at all possible. His answer was a resounding “yes”.
  
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• Bitcoin Valuable in a Dystopia, But Not Anywhere Else: JP Morgan Analyst

  25-01-2019 21:50
  By CCN.com: Contrary to statements from its cryptocurrency-bashing CEO Jamie Dimon, JP Morgan has finally admitted that bitcoin has value, albeit in the unlikely event that the world descends into a “Bird Box”-style dystopia. If ‘Bird Box’ Comes True, JP Morgan Might Recommend Bitcoin Writing in a note to clients distributed this week, JP Morgan
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• 5 reasons cryptocurrency may rebound in 2019 - AZ Big Media

  25-01-2019 21:50 via azbigmedia.com
  5 reasons cryptocurrency may rebound in 2019  AZ Big MediaThe cryptocurrency industry has been on a roller-coaster ride in recent years, with prices shooting up, then falling sharply. Bitcoin (BTC) lost nearly 70 percent of ...
  
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• Ripple Sold $535 Million Worth of XRP in 2018

  25-01-2019 21:29 via cointelegraph.com
  Ripple sold $535.56 million worth of XRP in 2018, a market report released by the company reveals
  
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• Zinke on new gig: I’m going to make cryptocurrency company 'great again' | TheHill - The Hill

  25-01-2019 21:18 via thehill.com
  Zinke on new gig: I’m going to make cryptocurrency company 'great again' | TheHill  The HillRyan Zinke may no longer be a member of the Trump administration, but he says he's still hoping to make something "great again" — his new job at a private ...
  
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• Zinke on new gig: I'm going to make cryptocurrency company 'great again' - The Hill

  25-01-2019 21:18 via thehill.com
  Zinke on new gig: I'm going to make cryptocurrency company 'great again'  The HillRyan Zinke may no longer be a member of the Trump administration, but he says he's still hoping to make something "great again" — his new job at a private ...
  
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• Decentralized Secured Loans Network Enables Borrowers and Lenders to Set Their Own Terms

  25-01-2019 21:18 via cointelegraph.com
  A blockchain-based network says it has something to offer for crypto users from all walks of life — enabling them to lend and borrow money on their terms #SPONSORED
  
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• Why didn’t bitcoin’s price drop after the BTC ETF withdrawal?

  25-01-2019 21:10
  This week hosted a crucial news announcement about the withdrawal of a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). Bitcoin’s price, however, barely reacted to the news. This lack of action could be very telling of state of the crypto market.
  Crypto Insider reported on the Chicago Board Options Exchange’s (CBOE) withdrawal of the VanEck-SolidX bitcoin ETF this week. This particular ETF made significant headlines over the course of 2018, leading up to a much-anticipated February 2019 decision
  
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• Analyst Predicted Countries to Create Pro Crypto Economic Zones in 2018, Rapid Progress

  25-01-2019 21:00 via newsbtc.com
  Nine months ago, prominent crypto analyst Nic Carter made a bold prediction that in less than a year, at least one “nation state” would announce the creation of a Special Crypto-Economic Zone.Today, Carter’s prediction rings true with a number of countries such as the Philippines, South Korea, and Thailand are working to create an environment where crypto and blockchain businesses can flourish.
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• Bitcoin, Ripple, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, EOS, Stellar, Litecoin, Tron, Bitcoin SV, Cardano: Price Analysis, Jan. 25

  25-01-2019 20:58 via cointelegraph.com
  While the government shutdown has compelled CBOE to withdraw its Bitcoin ETF rule change proposal, Bitcoin has not reacted to this news, which is a positive sign
  
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• Not Quite Robocop, But This California Police Department is Rocking a Tesla Model S

  25-01-2019 20:47
  By CCN.com: The Fremont Police Department has announced that it is launching a pilot program to use electric vehicles to reduce carbon emissions while patrolling the sunny California locality, and it’s turning to hometown company Tesla for help. Tesla: Coming Soon to a Police Department Near You? The first stage of the ongoing pilot makes
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• Blockchain-Driven Real Estate Platform Closes Seed Funding Round Backed by Morgan Creek

  25-01-2019 20:13 via cointelegraph.com
  A blockchain-based real estate platform has raised $3.1 million in a seed round backed by U.S. Science Inc., Morgan Creek Digital and others
  
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• Venezuela Gives Maduro the Boot, Will This be the End of His Petro Cryptocurrency?

  25-01-2019 20:06
  The world is watching complete chaos in Venezuela, which is dire financial straits. Crypto investors who steered clear of a crypto offering peddled by the country’s president should be breathing a sigh of relief. Venezuela’s president Nicolás Maduro is being ousted over the country’s miserable financial situation.  Opposition leader Juan Guaidó announced himself as the
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• New Startup From Ethereum Co-Founder Gavin Wood Plans $60 Million ICO: WSJ

  25-01-2019 20:03 via cointelegraph.com
  Authored by Ethereum co-founder Gavin Wood, crypto startup Polkadot aims to raise up to $60 million in a new ICO, the WSJ reports
  
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• ETH Co-Founder Gavin Wood’s Blockchain Protocol Plans $60 Million Second Token Sale: WSJ

  25-01-2019 20:03 via cointelegraph.com
  Authored by Ethereum co-founder Gavin Wood, crypto startup Polkadot aims to raise up to $60 million in a new ICO, the WSJ reports
  
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• XRP [XRP/USD] Technical Analysis: Cryptocurrency held captive by the bear as market stagnates - AMBCrypto News

  25-01-2019 20:01 via ambcrypto.com
  XRP [XRP/USD] Technical Analysis: Cryptocurrency held captive by the bear as market stagnates  AMBCrypto NewsThe cryptocurrency market's sideways movement has been a cause for concern for investors and users alike. Popular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin [BTC], XRP ...
  
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• NYSE Arca Files Paperwork for Bitwise Bitcoin ETF Approval

  25-01-2019 19:22
  A little-noticed regulatory filing sheds light on the bitcoin ETF proposed by Bitwise and NYSE Arca.
  
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• Blockchain Startup Stox and Founder Sued for $4.6 Million Over Alleged Fraud

  25-01-2019 19:22 via cointelegraph.com
  A Chinese investor has sued a prominent Israeli crypto entrepreneur and his blockchain-based prediction market Stox over alleged fraud
  
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• Bitcoin Price Analysis: Crypto, The New Amazon– Charles Hoskinson

  25-01-2019 19:00 via newsbtc.com
  Bitcoin price stagnant in a $300 range
  Charles Hoskinson says crypto will retest 2017 peaks in 11 years
  Transactional volumes low, average 12k thus consolidationAccording to Hoskinson, the crypto market is far from mature. In that case, he expects assets like Bitcoin to retest 2017 highs in the next 11 years. Even so, there are movements, and the failure of bears to drive prices below $3,500 is an endorsement for bulls.
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• Bitcoin Price Analysis: Crypto Like BTC, The New Amazon– Charles Hoskinson

  25-01-2019 19:00 via newsbtc.com
  Bitcoin price stagnant in a $300 range
  Charles Hoskinson says crypto will retest 2017 peaks in 11 years
  Transactional volumes low, average 12k thus consolidationAccording to Hoskinson, the crypto market is far from mature. In that case, he expects assets like Bitcoin to retest 2017 highs in the next 11 years. Even so, there are movements, and the failure of bears to drive prices below $3,500 is an endorsement for bulls.
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• Malta’s Financial Watchdog Warns Global Investors Against ‘Bitcoin Revolution’ Scam

  25-01-2019 18:56 via cointelegraph.com
  Malta Financial Services Authority has warned global investors against a scam scheme known as Bitcoin Revolution
  
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• Breaking: Trump, Congress Agree to Reopen Government for Three Weeks

  25-01-2019 18:56
  After 35 days, the U.S. partial government shutdown has concluded temporarily after President Trump and congressional leaders agreed to fund the affected agencies for three weeks while negotiations on a permanent solution continue. The Drudge Report first broke the news after 12:30 p.m. ET. Temporary Reprieve A new funding agreement to re-open the U.S. government was
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• Breaking: Government Shutdown Over? President Trump to Face the Nation at 1:00 pm

  25-01-2019 18:56
  After 35 days, the U.S. partial government shutdown may be finally coming to an end. According to the Drudge Report, President Donald Trump is planning to hold a press conference at 1:00 pm ET to elaborate on the details. Temporary Reprieve A new funding agreement to re-open the U.S. government will likely be announced after … Continued
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• Billionaire Mike Novogratz Raising $250M Should Reassure Crypto Investors, Even in the Bear Market

  25-01-2019 18:44
  By CCN.com: Mike Novogratz, a billionaire venture capital and avid cryptocurrency investor, is reportedly raising $250 million to support crypto businesses. According to a Business Insider exclusive report, sources close to the company have revealed that Galaxy Digital is in the process of securing $250 million to establish a credit fund to finance crypto funds … Continued
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• MIT Reveals its New Cryptocurrency, Claims to Reduce Data Needs by 99% - Blokt

  25-01-2019 18:34 via blokt.com
  MIT Reveals its New Cryptocurrency, Claims to Reduce Data Needs by 99%  BloktA new cryptocurrency developed by MIT claims to reduce the data needed by users to verify transactions and join the network by 99%.
  
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• Bitcoin Hovers Under $3,600 as Top Cryptos Remain Mostly Stable

  25-01-2019 18:17 via cointelegraph.com
  Bitcoin hovers under $3,600 as the top 20 cryptocurrencies report discreet price action in mixed directions
  
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• Dow Pops 239 Points, But Will Brexit Plan B Spoil the Stock Market Party?

  25-01-2019 18:16
  By CCN.com: U.S. stocks continued higher through the midday session on Friday, as upbeat corporate earnings offset lingering fears about global economic growth and a looming Brexit vote in the British parliament on Tuesday. Dow Pounds Higher as Stocks Climb Wall Street’s major indexes opened sharply higher on Friday, reflecting a strong pre-market session for … Continued
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• Security Token Startup Polymath Locks up 75 Million Tokens

  25-01-2019 18:00
  Polymath, a platform for launching security tokens, is flexing its treasury-management muscles by locking up 75 million of its own POLY tokens.
  
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• Ripple Price Analysis: XRP Market Cap is $6.755 billion, Messari Claims

  25-01-2019 18:00 via newsbtc.com
  Ripple prices consolidating inside Jan 22 high low
  Messari’s report place XRP market cap on the lens
  Transactional volumes low averaging 14 millionAn analytic firm is questioning XRP’s market cap. Arguing that its market cap is inflated, Messari is now calling for indices to revise their XRP circulating supply assumptions. Meanwhile, our last XRP trade plans are valid. All in all, for bulls to remain in charge, then we must see sharp gains above 34 cents.
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• CEO of Blockchain Media Company Po.et Leaves for Washington Post

  25-01-2019 17:51 via cointelegraph.com
  The CEO of blockchain firm Po.et, Jarrod Dicker, announces new role as vice president of commercial technology and development at the Washington Post
  
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• This Crypto Analyst Criticized Ripple (XRP), Now Angry Shills are Threatening to Murder His Family

  25-01-2019 17:48
  By CCN.com: When cryptocurrency research firm Messari published a shocking report alleging that ripple (XRP), supposedly the second-largest cryptocurrency, overstates its market cap by billions of dollars, it was a sure bet that the claim would ruffle feathers. The actual nature of the backlash, however, has been far more chilling. Crypto Researcher Targeted for Report … Continued
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• Italy’s Senate Moves to Set Legal Foundation for Blockchain Timestamps

  25-01-2019 17:30
  The Italian government could soon amend a law to allow legalized blockchain verification of documents.
  
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• Binance Launching Crypto OTC Desk May Mean Wall Street Demand For Bitcoin Still Exists

  25-01-2019 17:30 via newsbtc.com
  Although VanEck, CBOE, and SolidX recently pulled their collaborative Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) application, as Bakkt delayed the launches of its crypto futures vehicle, rumor has it that Wall Street is still clamoring for digital assets. While this purported influx of institutional interest has skirted past the retail investors’ radar, industry upstarts are taking notice, responding in kind. Enter crypto-centric over-the-counter (OTC) desks. And from the labs of this sector&
  
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• PG&E Stock Soars 50% as Investors Brush off Bankruptcy Concerns

  25-01-2019 17:03
  By CCN.com: Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) recently floated the notion that it will probably be filing for bankruptcy. The Wall Street Journal calls this the first “climate change bankruptcy.” The company may be liable for billions in damages from recent wildfires in California. California’s fire agency found in June that PG&E’s equipment was to blame … Continued
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• Mark Zuckerberg Defends Facebook: We Don’t Sell User Data, But Store Tons of Private Info

  25-01-2019 16:40
  By CCN.com: Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of social media monopoly Facebook, claims his company does not sell private user data. The 34-year-old billionaire issued the denial amid volcanic backlash over longstanding claims suggesting otherwise. “We don’t sell people’s data, even though it’s often reported that we do,” Zuckerberg wrote in a lengthy Wall Street Journal op-ed. In … Continued
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• Dukascopy Partners with Bitstamp to Facilitate Crypto Funding

  25-01-2019 16:36
  Dukascopy allows clients to deposit and withdraw funds in digital coins, as well as enabling free internal crypto-transfers.
  
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• Ryan Zinke says he's now trying to make a cryptocurrency company "great again" - VICE

  25-01-2019 16:31 via news.vice.com
  Ryan Zinke says he's now trying to make a cryptocurrency company "great again"  VICEFormer Trump Cabinet member Ryan Zinke has a new gig as the managing director of Artillery One, a blockchain and cryptocurrency investment firm.
  
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• Binance Coin Overtakes IOTA: What is Pushing Its Market Cap North?

  25-01-2019 16:30 via newsbtc.com
  Binance Coin (BNB) has replaced IOTA to claim the twelfth-most largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.
  At 1300 GMT today, the total market capitalization of BNB was $856.5 million, its best since November 20, 2018. IOTA, at the same time, had a market capitalization of $807.1 million. Both the price charts displayed an inverse performance relationship with each other since January 3. While BNB surged against Bitcoin and US Dollar after the said date, IOTA consolidated downwards. Both th
  
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• Blockchain Predictions Market Stox and Founder Sued for $4.6 Million

  25-01-2019 16:15
  Israeli blockchain prediction market Stox and its founder Moshe Hogeg are reportedly being sued for $4.6 million over alleged fraud.
  
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• Billionaire Hedge Fund Mogul George Soros Warns That the US-China ‘Cold War’ Could Escalate Into a ‘Hot One’

  25-01-2019 16:06
  By CCN.com: Billionaire hedge funder George Soros has warned that the ‘cold war’ consuming the United States and China could get ugly. Speaking in Davos, Switzerland on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF), the chairman of hedge fund Soros Fund Management said things could get nasty as the world’s two biggest economies stay
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• WEF Appoints BitPesa Founder as Co-Chair of Global Council on Blockchain

  25-01-2019 16:03 via cointelegraph.com
  The World Economic Forum has appointed the CEO and founder of BitPesa, Elizabeth Rossiello, to serve as one of two co-chairs of the Global Blockchain Council
  
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• Unity game engine launches support for Kin cryptocurrency in indie games - VentureBeat

  25-01-2019 16:00 via venturebeat.com
  Unity game engine launches support for Kin cryptocurrency in indie games  VentureBeatUnity Technologies' game engine is used widely by independent game developers, and now it will be easy for devs to use the Kin cryptocurrency in games.
  
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• Blockchain-Based Project Fights to Remove Counterfeit Medication Using Stratis DLT Technology

  25-01-2019 15:57
  This is a submitted sponsored story. CCN urges readers to conduct their own research with due diligence into the company, product or service mentioned in the content below. Online pharma company seeks to leverage blockchain solutions to boost transparency in the pharmaceutical industry. With over 80 million medicines prescribed dispensed monthly in England alone, reports say
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