IBM and the largest container shipping operator in the world, Maersk, will develop a blockchain platform for global logistics industry, as follows from IBM’s news release. An intent to establish a joint venture has a purpose to provide more efficient and secure methods for conducting global trade using blockchain technology. … [Read more...] about IBM and Maersk will create a blockchain platform for global logistics industry
Telegram is aiming at record ICO: plans to raise $1.2 billion
Encrypted messaging service Telegram is planning to raise nearly $1.2 billion during the biggest ICO ever. … [Read more...] about Telegram is aiming at record ICO: plans to raise $1.2 billion
Bitcoin plunges below $10,000 first time in the last month and a half
The cryptocurrency continued its sharp downswing that began a day earlier. The main reason for the sellout is negative news coming from China. Experts do not rule out further decline with a subsequent rebound later in the year. … [Read more...] about Bitcoin plunges below $10,000 first time in the last month and a half
Bank of China seeks to reinforce control of cryptocurrency trading
Chinese authorities will continue to toughen up control of cryptocurrency trading, said Pan Gongsheng, Vice-President of People’s Bank of China. According to Reuters, the words of the official are quoted in a memorandum of a government’s meeting. … [Read more...] about Bank of China seeks to reinforce control of cryptocurrency trading
Belarus legalizes cryptocurrency mining and transactions
Belarus has legalized cryptocurrency mining and allowed to own and exchange tokens. A decree "On Digital Economy" has been signed by Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko. … [Read more...] about Belarus legalizes cryptocurrency mining and transactions
EU to regulate cryptocurrency trading
French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire promised to call on his G20 colleagues to regulate bitcoin trading jointly, states Bloomberg. Italian authorities, according to official sources, have already expressed willingness to work side by side. The British government agrees that cryptocurrency can be used by cybercriminals, whereas Germany’s financial regulator has alerted its … [Read more...] about EU to regulate cryptocurrency trading
Is cryptocurrency a lifeline for rogue states?
As bitcoin hits record highs, some cryptocurrency enthusiasts may find an unlikely supporter of virtual money – governments and central banks. … [Read more...] about Is cryptocurrency a lifeline for rogue states?
Bjork to sell new album in cryptocurrencies
Bjork set plans to make her new album available in cryptocurrencies. The upcoming art piece is to be offered exclusively in Bitcoin, LiteCoin, DASH and AudioCoin. Cash will not be accepted. … [Read more...] about Bjork to sell new album in cryptocurrencies