February 2018 - Page 2 of 3 - CryptoCurrencyWire

TuesdayFeb 13, 2018 1:51 pm

Cryptocurrencies Could Hit $1 Trillion in Value in 2018, with Bitcoin Reaching $50,000

Jamie Burke, CEO of Outlier Ventures, predicts a bull run first, then a 'crypto winter' during which the market will become focused on proper market fundamentals; he sees cryptocurrencies achieving $1 trillion in value in 2018 Thomas Glucksmann of Gatecoin sees bitcoin pushing $50,000 by December Digital coins may also gain in value, but beware of future market bubbles, says Mick Sherman, CEO of Hercules Tech Cryptocurrencies could reach levels of up to $1 trillion this year, experts say, with bitcoin hitting up to $50,000 (http://nnw.fm/8pLK2). Despite volatile financial markets, several experts predict that a bull run market could materialize…

ThursdayFeb 08, 2018 3:39 pm

Tapinator, Inc. (TAPM) Blazing Trails in Blockchain-Based Gaming App Development

Tapinator has more than 300 mobile gaming titles Company’s games have attracted more than 450 million player downloads Company in position to be early leader in emerging decentralized apps market The advent of smartphones and tablets has given rise to a generation that is constantly looking down—a fact that has profitability going up for mobile gaming innovators like Tapinator, Inc. (OTCQB: TAPM). With a portfolio of more than 300 mobile games and counting, Tapinator has attracted more than 450 million player downloads of its titles, which include hit games like ROCKY™, Solitaire Dash, Video Poker Classic and Dice Mage. TAPM…

ThursdayFeb 08, 2018 2:04 pm

Keeping Track of Cryptocurrency Trends and Live Trading with Epazz, Inc. (EPAZ) Mobile Apps

New financial cryptocurrency tech space remains volatile, with impending regulatory moves on horizon Melding of new acquisitions – iOS app Bitcoin Charts and CryptoFolio – expected to create ultimate live cryptocurrency trading data app Combined app expected to be available on the App Store and Google Play with translations in 10 unique languages Epazz, Inc. (OTC: EPAZ), a leading provider of blockchain cryptocurrency mobile apps and cloud-based business software solutions, is preparing to combine two of its newest acquisitions to create the ultimate live cryptocurrency trading app. Epazz intends to combine the best of its recently-acquired Android app, CryptoFolio, which…

ThursdayFeb 08, 2018 12:50 pm

Blockchain Technology Projected to Play a Disruptive Role in Oil and Gas Sector

PetroBLOQ promises to play vital role in improving efficiency, transparency and security of oil and gas sector Increases in oil shale production, rising Brent prices fueled by rising demands worldwide Complex transactions, supply chain management issues cement need for PetroBLOQ’s disruptive technology Petroteq Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PQE) (OTCQX: PQEFF), a company focused on the development and implementation of proprietary technologies for the energy industry, is uniquely positioned to develop a disruptive blockchain technology platform for the oil and gas industry through its subsidiary, PetroBLOQ. In a recent letter to shareholders (http://nnw.fm/Ntl04), Jerry Bailey, director and president of Petroteq, said blockchain…

ThursdayFeb 08, 2018 9:00 am

Consumers and Merchants Migrate into Cryptocurrencies in Next Market Evolution

CryptoCurrencyWire Editorial Coverage: Until recently, cryptocurrencies were relatively mysterious to the general public of consumers, merchants and retailers who were unaware of the advantages that blockchain technologies could have in easing and securing private transactions. But free markets abhor vacuums, and several public companies are advancing programs to educate and bring the broader public into cryptocurrency transactions. SinglePoint, Inc. (SING) (SING Profile) is aggressively making strategic acquisitions in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space, while an increasing number of recognizable industry behemoths like Overstock.com, Inc. (OSTK), Microsoft, Inc. (MSFT) and Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) are delving into cryptocurrencies and blockchain. Others like…

WednesdayFeb 07, 2018 9:00 am

Blockchain’s Developing Role in American Infrastructure

CryptoCurrencyWire Editorial Coverage: One of the primary goals of the current U.S. Administration is to revamp the country’s failing infrastructure, especially internal waterways vital for transporting a vast range of goods, including grain, steel, coal and petroleum products. Blockchain technology can play a crucial role in this process, and the federal government already investigating the potential implementation of the technology to streamline construction. Recently approved as a government contractor for the State of Utah, Petroteq Energy, Inc. (OTCQX: PQEFF) (TSX.V: PQE) (FRANKFURT: MW4A) (PQEFF Profile) has integrated blockchain into its operations, poised to take advantage of blockchain’s impact on the oil…

TuesdayFeb 06, 2018 9:00 am

Blockchain Innovations Create New Synergies

CryptoCurrencyWire Editorial Coverage: Blockchain has heralded innovation, stretching across both the financial and technological worlds, which has paved the way for new methods of online transaction. The underlying blockchain technology is one such method that not only protects the anonymity of users during transactions, but also allows for the securing of transaction contents. With the digital age bringing many questions revolving around online transactions, the following companies are integrating the power of blockchain to offer cutting-edge service and support: Epazz, Inc. (OTC: EPAZ) (EPAZ Profile), MGT Capital Investments Inc. (OTC: MGTI), Bitcoin Services (OTC: BTSC), Glance Technologies, Inc. (OTC: GLNNF)…

TuesdayFeb 06, 2018 9:00 am

Blockchain Patents Filings on the Rise, Innovators take the Lead

CryptoCurrencyWire Editorial Coverage: Blockchain will be one of the defining technologies over the next 10 years. As the depth of its uses become more apparent, an increasing number of companies are claiming intellectual property rights for applications of the technology in numerous industries. Petroteq Energy Inc.’s (TSX.V: PQE) (OTCQX: PQEFF) (PQEFF Profile) blockchain-powered supply chain management platform will be utilized for its patented oil extraction process, while Bank of America Corp. (NYSE: BAC) looks to leverage blockchain to provide faster, securer financial services. Consulting giant Accenture (NYSE: ACN) is also in on the act, as is Mastercard, Inc. (NYSE: MA),…

MondayFeb 05, 2018 2:32 pm

ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) Offering Innovative Access to Cryptocurrency

Despite China’s ban on cryptocurrency, CIIX is positioned to lead the way in cryptocurrency education and awareness for the Chinese-speaking community Demand for bitcoin continues to rise despite China’s ban on cryptocurrency Company is committed to the education and growth of cryptocurrency and providing innovative ways of making bitcoin more accessible ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) is continuing its commitment to cryptocurrency education and awareness for the Chinese-speaking community. Its educational services seek to answer the average person’s curiosity while simultaneously providing skilled investors with up-to-date news on digital currency. Using the Chinese language character sets, CIIX provides analysis and education…

MondayFeb 05, 2018 12:02 pm

Regulation and Oversight of Virtual Currencies by SEC and CFTC Agencies to be Reviewed, Congressional Hearing Set

The Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs sets hearing for February 6 to review oversight role of the SEC and CFTC over virtual currencies, such as bitcoin In an op-ed written jointly by the SEC and CFTC, agency chiefs say they would support policy efforts to revisit framework of their cryptocurrency regulation; both will testify before the committee Agencies say they will seek to maintain integrity and transparency in the volatile cryptocurrency markets; goal is to protect all market participants and investors Virtual currency oversight by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission…