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FinCEN Proposes Cryptocurrency Guidelines to Fight Money Laundering and Regulate Unhosted Wallets
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has proposed regulatory measures for businesses operating with cryptocurrencies, such as exchanges.
Will Bitcoin Replace Gold as A 'Traditional Safe-Haven Asset?' Experts Debate
Nigel Green, CEO, and founder of financial consultancy firm deVere Group, addressed Bitcoin’s bullish traction on the crypto market and boldly stated on his Twitter platform that the cryptocurrency was potentially going to “knock gold from its long-held position” of being a safe-haven asset.
Iran to Pump Liquidity in Economy by Permitting Power Plants to Mine Bitcoin
Iran has given power plants the green-light to undertake Bitcoin mining on a large scale as this will spur economic growth from the revenue generated. Nevertheless, interested parties must adhere to various regulations like not using subsidized fuel to extract Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Belt and Road Summit 2019—Iranian Investment, Malaysian FinTech and the Kazakh Belt Buckle
Rounding off our exclusive interviews for the 2019 Belt and Road Summit, jointly organized by the HKTDC and the HKSAR Government, we share insights from delegates from Iran, Malaysia, and Kazakhstan
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Apologizes for Bitcoin Hack, But Not Before Dutch Politician Was Compromised
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey came forward on Thursday to apologize thoroughly for his social network company’s failure to prohibit and shut down Bitcoin scam artists' digital heist of important verified accounts, that ranged from that of tech moguls Elon Musk and Bill Gates to political figure Joe Biden.
Virgin Galactic CEO Rejects Coronavirus Bitcoin Bull Theory as “Idiotic”
Virgin Galactic CEO, Chamath Palihapitiya has dismissed the notion that the disruption to traditional markets caused by the coronavirus will serve as the catalyst for a major Bitcoin and cryptocurrency bull run.
Ripple CEO: Global Governments Now See Blockchain Solution to Addressing Transparency and Settlement
Brad Garlinghouse, Ripple CEO, believes most governments consider blockchain technology a game-changer as it solves frictions like transparency and settlement that were a headache in yesteryears.
Iranian Power Plants to Supply Surplus Power to Bitcoin and Crypto Mining Farms
Power plants in Iran are considering supplying surplus electricity to Bitcoin and cryptocurrency mining farms in the nation.
Kazakhstan to Secure $700 Million Funds to Boost its Bitcoin and Crypto Mining Projects
Kazakhstan's government is trying to secure a $700 million investment and reports that it is on track with its crypto mining farm project.
US-China Tech War and Data Concerns Could Create the Splinternet
Political tensions between the United States and China have been rising with some experts predicting the divide on data standards has grown large, it could split the internet.
Bitcoin Cash Network Upgrade Will Continue as Planned Despite Tensions Within the BCH Community
The Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network’s planned upgrade has been scheduled for November 15, 2020, which includes improvements to the Bitcoin ABC node software.
Former Fed Chair Janet Yellen Comments on AI and Technology Advancement at the AFF 2020
At this year’s Asian Financial Forum, held in Hong Kong, former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen was invited to speak at a Luncheon with moderator Norman Chan, the Senior Advisor at the Hong Kong Academy of Finance.