June 2018 - Page 4 of 5 - CryptoCurrencyWire

FridayJun 08, 2018 1:11 pm

Blockchain World Conference – Technology on Tap

The Blockchain World Conference (BWC) is three and a half days filled with information, education and life changing networking in the luxurious Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City Hotel & Casino. From July 11-13, 2018, crypto fanatics will enjoy conferences, lectures, keynote speakers, workshops, networking, inspiration and fun... and BWC knows how to add the fun! Attendees will enjoy dance parties, golf outings, VIP suite parties and the chance to participate in cutting edge industry firsts! Technology will be on tap at the BWC. Two thousand of the world’s brightest coders will be participating in the first ever Blockchain Hackathon. Full and…

FridayJun 08, 2018 1:10 pm

Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions (REFG) Acquires 40 Acres of Land for Hemp Cultivation in Utah, Will Seek State License

After Utah passed law H.B. 302, REFG acquired land to grow hemp, will seek license as part of Utah’s Department of Agriculture and Food licensing program Jeremy Roberts, CEO of REFG, says company has entered the cultivation and extraction space in Utah to grow hemp as part of state-sanctioned system REFG is a first tier merchant processor; its Green is an integrated gateway that is FinCEN compliant and creates a cashless environment for licensed cannabis providers Medical Cannabis Payment Solutions Inc. (OTC: REFG) has acquired 40 acres of land to grow hemp in Utah and plans to seek a state…

ThursdayJun 07, 2018 3:08 pm

Pushing Forward with Blockchain App Development

The whole blockchain concept needs little introduction after the mass publicity over the past year. While it’s a fairly recent discovery for many of us, businesses are moving fast to encompass the benefits offered by blockchain apps. From large traditional companies, to cutting-edge technology start-ups, these benefits to businesses are becoming increasingly obvious. The way forward is clear. Blockchain technologies are here to stay, with lower costs, and faster and more secure systems being the reward for adopting blockchain and all that comes with it. Investment in blockchain app development is certainly something to consider. It’s been well proven with…

ThursdayJun 07, 2018 1:55 pm

SEC Obtains Court Order Freezing $27 Million from Longfin Corp.’s (LFIN) Trading Proceeds

Agency’s complaint filed in federal court in New York names founder and CEO, and three other affiliated persons, with violating federal securities laws LFIN voluntarily delisted its Class A common stock from Nasdaq exchange and began trading on the OTC market in May 2018 Company had earlier acquired Ziddu.com, which develops smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain, with the SEC terming it a ‘purported’ cryptocurrency business A federal court in New York has frozen some $27 million of alleged illegal trading proceeds of stock in Longfin Corp. (OTC: LFIN) following a complaint filed by the SEC alleging that Venkata Meenavalli,…

ThursdayJun 07, 2018 11:58 am

CryptoCurrencyWire Announces Launch of Crypto-Focused News Aggregation Brand

CryptoCurrencyWire (“CCW”) today announces its official launch of www.cryptocurrencywire.com, a specialized information service delivering comprehensive corporate communications solutions to the multibillion-dollar cryptocurrency space and its nascent brand holders. As a unique financial news and content distribution syndicate, CCW employs a powerful combination of decades-long expertise in media relations, market know-how, and an unmatched ability to reach a wide audience of investors, consumers, journalists and the general public. CCW provides the corporate communications solutions needed to demystify today’s fast-moving global cryptocurrency market and deliver unparalleled visibility, recognition and brand awareness to its clients. The Team behind CCW has helped hundreds of…

WednesdayJun 06, 2018 2:10 pm

Virtual Crypto Technologies Inc. (VRCP) Inks Deal to Roll Out Bitcoin Transactions in Billiard Clubs

Virtual Crypto Technologies signs agreement with first commercial customer Company’s NetoBit Pay allows instantaneous cryptocurrency payments Israel-based Lincoln Billiards believes that cryptocurrency payments will give it an edge in entertainment industry Virtual Crypto Technologies Inc. (OTCQB: VRCP), a company established to bring cryptocurrency transactions into the mainstream, has signed a deal that will allow Lincoln Billiards, Israel’s leading billiards club, to accept payments in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies (http://ccw.fm/33pdK). This is the first commercial contract for Virtual Crypto, whose goal is to make cryptocurrencies more available to the public by combining application programming interfaces (API) and mobile applications to develop payment…

WednesdayJun 06, 2018 1:59 pm

Blockchain World Conference in Atlantic City is in Best Location to Attract Accredited Investors

The Blockchain World Conference will be held on July 11-13, 2018, at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City Hotel & Casino, with a great location that's within a relatively short drive for more than 65% of all accredited investors within the U.S. That places it within range of New York City, Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia. Moreover, Atlantic City has its own International Airport. The event will offer 3-1/2 days of technology, blockchain and cryptocurrency networking. It will feature guest speakers, an educational program, ICO presentations, workshops and display tables hosting industry-savvy exhibitors. Special 10% Off Discount To save 10% on any ticket,…

WednesdayJun 06, 2018 1:42 pm

SEC Halts ICO Scheme and Shares How to Avoid Them

SEC announced a court order to halt an ongoing ICO fraud Titanium Blockchain Infrastructure allegedly raised as much as $21 million from investors How to prevent falling victim to a fraudulent ICO scheme The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on May 29 that it had obtained a court order halting ongoing fraud involving an initial coin offering (ICO). “This ICO was based on a social media marketing blitz that allegedly deceived investors with purely fictional claims of business prospects,” Robert A. Cohen, Chief of the SEC Enforcement Division’s Cyber Unit, stated in a news release. Cohen encourages investors to…

TuesdayJun 05, 2018 3:06 pm

Terracoin: A First-Ever Crypto with Next-Gen Tech and a Giving Community

Terracoin (Crypto: TRC) is a decentralized, community-centric crypto intent on becoming the world's most scalable and user-friendly payment system. The long-term goal is to reach mainstream adoption while remaining committed to the community's overall purpose of helping people. The sustainable self-funding communal governance model empowers the Terracoin community with the resources needed. Plus, Terracoin users are in full control of how the funds are spent since they can vote on how to disperse the funds. One of the Original Cryptos That Still Exist Today Terracoin was created in 2012. While that may not sound like too long ago, Terracoin is…

MondayJun 04, 2018 2:25 pm

BLOCKStrain Technology Corp. (TSX.V: DNAX) Leverages Big Data to Secure Cannabis Pipeline

Blockchain-based genetic registration process provides verification security for growers and consumers alike Global cannabis market projected to reach $31.4 billion by 2021 WeedMD becomes first Canadian Licensed Producer to adopt BLOCKStrain’s technology As the legal cannabis market continues to develop, concerns about ensuring transparency and quality control for the growing number of medicinal and recreational drug products sold to consumers continue to drive a necessary breed of entrepreneurship required to legitimize the industry. BLOCKStrain Technology Corp. (TSX.V: DNAX) has emerged as an innovative leader in the quality control arena, releasing its proprietary supply chain management platform as a secure means…