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FridayAug 24, 2018 2:47 pm

Bank of Central Banks Wants to Stop Creation of Crypto

The rise of Bitcoin and the blockchain industry has been accompanied by criticism, just like any other emerging tech sector. Such criticism was heard during the dawn of the internet, and despite it, the internet is still alive and well today. Industry experts have offered different hot takes on the nature of cryptocurrency in general, calling it everything from a bubble to a Ponzi scheme. The latest well-known figure to criticize the cryptocurrency industry, however, is Agustín Carstens, head of the Bank for International Settlements, also known as the central bank for all central banks. According to Carstens in a…

FridayAug 24, 2018 2:40 pm

5 Keys to Consider When Building Your Cryptocurrency Portfolio

Building a cryptocurrency portfolio is not something you do in 5 minutes. The rise of the cryptocurrency market and ICO’s, in general, has lured many investors into the idea of making big bucks as quickly as possible. And while there’s still plenty of opportunity out there, it pays (quite literally) to be as professional as you can. It’s the wild wild west all over again, except this time, programmer cowboys are riding in on coded horses in search of digital gold. Arm yourself with some powerful tools so you too have a chance of striking it big. Let’s dive in…

FridayAug 24, 2018 1:08 pm

Everything You Need to Know About Cryptocurrency Regulation (Right Now)

The meteoric rise of cryptocurrencies has taken the world by storm. Innovators, investors, users, and governments are scrambling to wrap their heads around cryptocurrencies and the blockchain technology that they rely upon. The emergence of a new market and business model has created great opportunities for participants, but it also carries significant risk. Cryptocurrencies present an inherently unique challenge to governments because of their new technology, cross-jurisdictional nature, and frequent lack of transparency. Governments are struggling to develop new ways to regulate cryptocurrencies, adapt existing regulations, and identify fraudulent schemes. Cryptocurrencies and their regulations are evolving before our eyes, and…

FridayAug 24, 2018 12:46 pm

Convention in Philly to Explore Blockbuster Potential of Blockchain

Are you curious about how blockchain is shaping the future? Then you need to be at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel in Pennsylvania on August 30-31 for a two-day conference event titled 'Coinvention: The Future in Blockchain'. Registration is open at the www.Coinvention.io website (with a discount available if you do so on or before August 24). For two days, you’ll get an opportunity to hear about the value of blockchain, explore crypto-economic and regulatory issues, and much more from a battery of 32 thought-leaders in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space. You’ll also hear the latest in blockchain career news. Presentations…

ThursdayAug 23, 2018 3:37 pm

ABC Summit Attracting Blockchain, Crypto Enthusiasts for International Event

First of its kind Asset Backed Crypto Summit (ABC Summit) set for Lisbon, Portugal, September 28-29, 2018 1,500-plus attendees, 500 investors, 40 companies from 25 different nationalities converging on ABC Summit’s international platform Showcase projects based on multiple valuable assets including precious metals, fossil fuels, renewable energy, precious stones, currency, real estate, commodities and more Full slate of conference speakers and presenters to provide optimal networking opportunities Based in gorgeous Lisbon, Portugal, the Asset Backed Crypto Summit (“ABC Summit”) is shaping up to be the fall’s biggest draw for a growing network of budding entrepreneurs and longtime believers in the…

WednesdayAug 22, 2018 1:00 pm

World Crypto Con Presenters to Include Jordan French of TheStreet, John Hargrave of Media Shower and Joel Comm and Travis Wright of Bad Crypto Podcast

Conference expected to attract 5,000+ attendees, including cryptocurrency investors and blockchain experts, to the Aria Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas from October 31 to November 2 World Crypto Con will feature an interactive format that focuses on money managers, legal experts, decision makers for crypto investment funds and other industry leaders More than 150 exhibitors and 75 keynote speakers to attend this important event, which will offer the opportunity to show projects and future ICOs to influencers World Crypto Con (WCC) expects more than 5,000 cryptocurrency and blockchain enthusiasts from greater than 25 countries to attend its event at…

WednesdayAug 22, 2018 12:38 pm

Coinvention Presenters to Include Ed Zabar of Verif-Y, Bryan Dube of Campus Coin and Thomas Jay Rush of QuickBlocks

'Coinvention: The Future of Blockchain Conference and Expo' will be held at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel, welcoming industry experts, entrepreneurs and innovators Hackathon will greet and challenge developers, designers and idea generators to create projects in the blockchain ecosystem; best project teams will be awarded prizes Two-day Coinvention will feature networking mixers, STO/ICO presentations, panel discussions, exhibitors, investors, founders of industry firms and legal experts Coinvention, to be held August 30-31, 2018, at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel, will focus on the future of blockchain technology. It will be a comprehensive event featuring 32 speakers, a first-day Hackathon project competition, presentations…

TuesdayAug 21, 2018 11:11 am

GreenBox POS, LLC’s (GRBX) Acquisition of Sky Mids Technologies Expected to Accelerate the Pace of Processing Business Applications

Sky Mids Technologies’ transactional book of business, capable of processing more than $1 billion annually, will be added selectively to GRBX’s infrastructure volume GRBX sees fast implementation of additional joint capabilities, as the two companies have already worked together; Sky has been using GRBX’s QuickCard blockchain-powered payments system The acquisition enhances the onboarding process of the GRBX platform by incorporating the technology and advantages of Sky’s system GreenBox POS, LLC’s (OTCQB: GRBX) acquisition of Sky Mids Technologies brings together two companies that have already worked together in payments processing, ensuring a quick start to their transition (http://ccw.fm/6lkR7). It also brings to…

MondayAug 20, 2018 1:03 pm

Coinvention 2018 Offers Opportunity to Create and Invest in Blockchain

A week long hardware/software Hackathon culminating in prizes and the opportunity to present at Coinvention A challenge for developers, designers and idea generators to create immersive projects and network with investors Meet-ups throughout the city of Philadelphia to kick-off Coinvention 32 speakers lined up to cover a variety of topics in the blockchain industry ‘Coinvention: The Future in Blockchain’ is being held August 30-31, 2018, at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel located in Downtown Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In addition, the week leading up to this two-day event will provide teams with an opportunity to participate in a hardware/software Hackathon culminating in a…

ThursdayAug 16, 2018 1:08 pm

TEAMZ Blockchain Summit in Tokyo Aiming to Facilitate New Connection throughout the Global Blockchain Ecosystem

TEAMZ Blockchain Summit will be held September 28-29, 2018, in Tokyo at Warehouse Terrada; TEAMZ supports entrepreneurs via financing and networking The event’s goals are to close deals, expand networks and create business alliances, all while bringing together an estimated 2,000 attendees from over 50 countries A world class speaker lineup includes Roger Ver, CEO of Bitcoin.com; Chandler Guo, founder of BitAngle; and Bernard Moon, co-founder and partner at SparkLabs Group TEAMZ Blockchain Summit will be held on September 28-29, 2018, in the middle of Tokyo Blockchain Week (September 26-October 2), at Warehouse Terrada in Tokyo. The event will be…