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TuesdayOct 02, 2018 2:06 pm

Blockchain World Conference Offers Luxurious and Exciting Networking Experience

Located at the Diplomat Resort in Hollywood, Florida Opportunities to network and unwind while enjoying the beauty of Hollywood’s Gold Coast Events offered create opportunity for investors, companies and individuals to foster lasting business relationships Blockchain World Conference (BWC) provides the chance to learn from experts, hear from icons and meet the masterminds in blockchain and cryptocurrency. The event takes place December 3-4, 2018, at the luxurious Diplomat Resort in Hollywood, Florida. Companies and individuals will have the opportunity to discover the most current and up-to-date info available anywhere about this complicated ecosystem while forging lasting business relationships. There will…

TuesdayOct 02, 2018 12:51 pm

Premiere Fintech Showcase Continues Global Trek with Next Finovate Event Planned for Hong Kong

Attendees at the recently concluded FinovateFall 2018 conference, held September 24-27 at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, New York, included a veritable who’s who of financial service providers. The ANZ Banking Group was there, as was Bank of America, Barclaycard, BNP Paribas, BNY Mellon, Capital One, Charles Schwab, Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, Fidelity, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, Intesa Sanpaola, JP Morgan Chase, Mastercard, Morgan Stanley, RBC, Santander Brasil, Scotia Bank, Wells Fargo and many others. The conference focused on a wide-ranging number of fintech applications in cryptocurrency and blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI), investment and wealth management, lending, payments, user experience,…

TuesdayOct 02, 2018 12:29 pm

Blockchain Shift Conference, October 11-12 in Miami, Includes Contests with Financial Incentives

Only about two weeks are left before a one-of-a-kind event for the fintech world takes place in the rising global gateway city that Miami, Florida, has become, as it links Latin America and Europe through a United States economic and financial hub. The first annual Blockchain Shift conference is a place for entrepreneurs and investors to network and become better educated about the transformational vitality of open-source ledger technology as it is applied to an expanding variety of industries, and the event’s pitch contest now has the potential to drop a few G’s in a winning company’s wallet. Participating companies…

FridaySep 28, 2018 2:18 pm

IBM, Other Blockchain Industry Veterans to Inform at First Annual Blockchain Shift Conference in Miami

New kids on the blockchain are entering the cryptocurrency market in the wake of its climb to astronomical heights last year, the result of exuberance over the the open-source ledger’s technology and its potential to reduce dependence on governmental fiat currencies while building a secure and transparent record of business transactions. The first annual Blockchain Shift conference, set in Miami, is a place for this rising generation of fintech entrepreneurs and investors to network and become better informed about the diverse industries adapting the technology for market purposes. The October 11-12 tech conference will include elected leaders, Wall Street veterans,…

FridaySep 28, 2018 2:12 pm

2018 iBlockchain Summit to Feature 30+ Speakers and 60+ Exhibitors from 40+ Countries Focusing on Blockchain Trends in Asia

Summit is in Guangzhou, located 50 miles north of Hong Kong; agenda will focus on blockchain trends in Asia and how supply chains will be affected Two-day event will be packed with speakers from blockchain investors and funds; keynoters will include Christopher Emms, CEO at TokenKey Ltd., and Brad Maclean, Gatecoin COO Topics to be discussed include how to turn blockchain technology into a commercial advantage, the application of blockchain technology and market forecasts into the future The 2018 iBlockchain Summit will offer a comprehensive program of blockchain trends in Asia from experts in the technology, investors and leaders of…

FridaySep 28, 2018 12:47 pm

Net Element, Inc. (NASDAQ: NETE) Enabling Global Commerce with Flexible, Multi-Channel Electronic Payment Solutions

Strong financial results reported for Q2 2018, with $32.45 million in revenue, up nine percent over same quarter of previous year Net Element subsidiary Unified Payments and Payment Club, Inc. raise $7 million to expand subscription-based payment processing service Company delivers flexible offerings to emerging global markets with diverse banking, regulatory and demographic conditions Ranked as one of North America’s fastest growing companies on Deloitte’s 2017 Technology Fast 500 Net Element, Inc. (NASDAQ: NETE), a global technology-driven group that specializes in mobile payments and value-added transactional services, continues to add flexible, convenient options to its array of electronic payment solutions.…

FridaySep 28, 2018 11:57 am

Blockchain to Prevent Another Economic Crash?

Like any other system, the global economy is susceptible to failure at many different points. Unfortunately, due to the interconnectedness of the world, an economic crisis in one country could have disastrous consequences for other countries. This was the case during the United States economic crisis of 2008 in which the stock market crashed. Economic collapse on any scale usually happens as a result of disparities in the system that can easily be overlooked in the absence of clarity. However, blockchain technology could help avoid a financial crisis due to its transparency, security and decentralized mechanism. Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin…

FridaySep 28, 2018 11:52 am

How Hackers Gain Access to Virtual Crypto Wallets via Emails and Social Media

Social media and email addresses have become vital elements of everyday life in the contemporary world, for both networking and businesses. And now, the two are among the primary avenues targeted by virtual wallet hackers. According to data compiled by PEW Internet, over 75 percent of adults in the United States use social media, and with data-mining and third-party user behavioral targeting now a reality, the possibilities are immense for cyber-criminals. Just a few days ago, Google’s Director of Product Management, Mark Risher, who is also responsible for the anti-spam and cyber-security side of things on the network, talked about…

ThursdaySep 27, 2018 2:00 pm

CryptoCurrencyWire Announces 2018 Blockchain Shift Sweepstakes

On Oct. 11-12, 2018, spectacular Miami will serve as the backdrop for Blockchain Shift, a one-of-a-kind event in the blockchain and crypto space, and six lucky winners will get free tickets! We’re excited to announce the Blockchain Shift 2018 Giveaway. The contest is open through Oct. 4, 2018, and prizes include: Grand Prize: One grand prize winner will receive a VIP ticket to Blockchain Shift valued at $1,999.00! This top-tier ticket will include VIP lounge access, VIP seating, personal concierge for appointment setting and lifestyle requests, VIP access to Thursday night party, and VIP access to Friday NIGHT SHIFT Ibiza…

WednesdaySep 26, 2018 3:22 pm

World Crypto Con Celebrates Bitcoin – Vegas Style

Held at Aria Hotel, the smartest hotel on The Strip Gaming opportunities include the world’s first Blockchain Poker Tournament, eRacing and prizes Parties at nightclubs and poolside for blockchain enthusiasts As blockchain and cryptocurrency redefine our everyday lives, World Crypto Con (WCC) is providing a global stage for industry leaders to share their projects and technologies. This year, 5,000+ attendees, 75+ speakers and 150+ exhibitors will gather at the Aria Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, from October 31 to November 2, for three exciting days of education and fun. The Aria is the smartest hotel on The Strip, with…