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DOJ Repatriates Two Suspected Bitcoin Thieves from Cyprus
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The DOJ has extradited two suspected criminals from Cyprus for allegedly stealing Bitcoin. This comes a few days after the DOJ posted a job listing for a crypto and dark web attorney-adviser.  



According to a statement from the US Department of Justice (DOJ), one is...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#Bitcoin #BitcoinNews #BitcoinScam
Top Altcoins Movers and Shakers of the Week
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In the past week (12th to 18th July 2020), altcoins have been bullish. However, on the contrary, the crypto market has generally been bearish where top coins i.e., Bitcoin (BTC)-1.4% and Ethereum (ETH)-2.31% have recorded substantial losses. Bitcoin is still trading under $9,200 with the crucial...

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By: Wayne Jones

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#BCH #BSV #BTC #ETC #LEND #LINK #XEM #CryptoMarketPriceAnalysis
Crypto News Roundup of the Weekend
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Bitcoin prices are still bearish, holding below $9,200 all weekend. However, enthusiasts still have hopes that the coin will surge. Michael van de Poppe, a crypto trader, mentioned in a YouTube video several reasons why he expects BTC to make a big move soon. Furthermore, he stated that ETH and...

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By: Wayne Jones

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#Beijing #BlockchainTechnology #CryptoCom #IndiaCrypto #Youtube
MasterCard Approves Wirex as it Expands its Cryptocurrency Program
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MasterCard is intensifying its interest in cryptocurrencies. The firm has granted Wirex principal membership status.



MasterCard announced in a July 20, 2020 press release it was simplifying access to its Accelerate program for cryptocurrency card issuers. The principal membership...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#Bitcoin #CryptoNews #Cryptocurrency #Wirex
PayPal Chooses Paxos for its Awaited Crypto Service
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Giant global online global payment processor PayPal is partnering with Paxos for its upcoming project. The cryptocurrency brokerage will handle the new service’s supply of a digital asset.



CoinDesk, a leading online crypto-based news publication, was familiar with the matter said the a...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#Cryptocurrency #Paxos #PayPal
Crypterium Announces New Crypto Payment Visa Card to Promote Crypto Spending
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UK-based Crypterium has introduced a new crypto payment card. The firm aims to eliminate barriers for cryptocurrency holders to enhance hassle-free spending. 



The well-known cryptocurrency company and winner of the KPMG FinTech startup announced the Crypterium Card Visa Edition launch via...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#Crypterium #CryptocurrencyAdoption #Visa
UK Government Considers Restricting Crypto-based Promotions
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After serious considerations, the UK government is going to restrict promotions based on cryptocurrencies. The move comes as protection to investors against misinformation. Her Majesty's Treasury mentioned on July 20 the need to lower levels in the transmission of misleading and sketchy...

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By: Wayne Jones

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#CryptoPromotions #Regulations #UK #UKGovernment
Temporary Reprieve as Russia Halts Plans to Criminalize Bitcoin Transactions
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Russian cryptocurrency enthusiasts have nothing to worry about, at least for now. This is after the country’s Parliament dropped initial plans to outlaw bitcoin transactions. 



According to the local media, the Russian Parliament has revised sections of the Digital Financial Assets B...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#Bitcoin #BitcoinNews #Cryptocurrency #Russia
Top Five Mobile Wallets
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Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies have been around for slightly over a decade now, but the concept is still new to some people. Bitcoin is a leading cryptocurrency that is fairly common among tech-savvy people. Cryptocurrency enthusiasts maintain that digital currencies are safer, easier, and have...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#AndroidWallets #BRD #Coinomi #Exodus #Jaxx #MobileWallets #Mycelium
‘Crypto Mom’ Hester Pierce Advocates for Crypto Benefits
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Crypto-friendly SEC Commissioner Hester Pierce wants to see a regulatory framework that supports technological development and cryptocurrencies. The Commissioner has previously said there is an increase in demand for cryptocurrencies as investors seek to diversify their portfolios. 



The...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#CryptoBenefits #CryptoNews #Cryptocurrency #CryptocurrencyNews
Bitcoin: A Peaceful Revolution that Promotes Privacy in a Public World
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We live in a public world, where everything is shared. Whether it's on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or Reddit, Millennials are good at one thing. They share details about everything in their daily lives to complete strangers; they give their personal beliefs on habits and even financials.



The...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#Bitcoin #BitcoinFutures #BitcoinInvestments #BitcoinNews
Twitter Restrains QAnon, Bans 7,000 Accounts; is it Time for Decentralized Domains?
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Twitter has executed a purge on accounts spreading the pervasive right-wing conspiracy theory known as QAnon. Twitter banned some 7,000 accounts belonging to the group to potentially stop the spread of propaganda to at least 150,000 more.   



According to media reports, Twitter will...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#BitcoinNews #BitcoinScam #Blockchain #CryptoTwitter
Information Validation in the Blockchain Age
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The trio - Information, identity validation, and security - has been a significant focus for the integrity of organizations, governments, people, and currencies; hence the adage "Information is power". This ancient saying has been overlooked and/or misinterpreted for quite a long time. Without...

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By: Wayne Jones

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#BlockchainSolutions #InformationCredibility #Security
OCC Allows U.S. Banks to Offer Crypto Custody Services
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U.S. national banks and federal saving associations have received approval for offering crypto custody services to customers. The service mainly targets large-scale institutional investors and not retail investors. 



The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) said in a...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#Crypto #Cryptocurrency #USCrypto
Tyler Winklevoss: Fed's Printing Money is Setting Bitcoin for Next Bull Run
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Tyler Winklevoss believes the United States' Federal Reserve's economic stimulus strategy will positively impact bitcoin. The Fed is readying to roll out more economic stimulus. Winklevoss thinks it could trigger the next Bitcoin Bull Run.



The co-founder and CEO of Gemini Cryptocurrency...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#Bitcoin #BitcoinNews #Cryptocurrency
Binance Joins Forces with German investment Startup CM-Equity
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On July 23, 2020, Binance exchange revealed a partnership with CM-Equity, a leading German investment firm providing asset management and brokerage services for digital assets.



As per today's announcement on the Binance official website, Germany and Europe will now be able to use Binance and...

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By: Wayne Jones

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#Binance #CMEEquity #Partnerships #PaymentProviders
COVID-19 Accelerates Growth in Global Crypto Banking
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Research Nester recently released a report describing a possible extension of crypto banking as a solution for faster, cheaper, and safer options for people and businesses globally. Their primary focus is on market segmentation based on certain factors, including mining, exchanges, wallets, and...

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By: Wayne Jones

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#CryptoAdoption #CryptoBanking #CryptoMarket
The Russian Catch-22 Situation: Crypto is Legal but it can’t Pay for Goods and Services
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The Russian Parliament passed a bill that has given cryptocurrencies like bitcoin legal status. However, Russians cannot use them as a means of payment. 



Russian legislators approved the Digital Financial Assets (DFA) bill on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. This followed a successful third and...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#CryptoAdoption #CryptoNews #CryptoRegulations #Cryptocurrency
U.S. District Court Judge: Bitcoin is Money under D.C. Law
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Today marks an important chapter for Bitcoin's history in Washington D.C.: BTC is considered a form of cash. 



According to a Bloomberg Law publication report, Friday July 24, 2020, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia defined money as a form of money. According to the...

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By: Tom Nyarunda

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#Bitcoin #BitcoinNews #BitcoinPayments
Chainlink Partners With Elastos Ethereum Sidechain
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On 24th July 2020, the Elastos Ethereum Info team announced a new partnership with Chainlink. The announcement detailed that the partnership would be crucial in the development of an Elastos stablecoin. 



Elastos Stablecoin will be cross-chain, and Chainlink Oracles will be responsible for...

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By: Wayne Jones

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#Chainlink #DeFi #EthereumSidechain #Stablecoin
Aave Among the DeFi Tokens Listed on Switcheo
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 On July 24, Switcheo announced on its blog, the listing of five new DeFi tokens. Aave (LEND) is among the tokens that were listed on the platform. 



The other DeFi tokens included mStable (MTA), Nexus Mutual (NXM), Ren Protocol (REN), and yEarn (YFI). Now, users can trade the tokens...

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By: Wayne Jones

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#LEND #Partnerships #Switcheo