NewsRoom Articles - Page 155 of 167

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 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),…

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)…

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…

FridayFeb 02, 2018 1:10 pm

Riot Blockchain, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIOT) Investments Solidify Effort to Build Decentralized Tech Platforms

Company’s investments in Verady, Coinsquare and TessPay among recent work to increase security for transactions Blockchain, cannabis sectors accounted for nearly 10 percent of rising daily activity for TD Ameritrade in 4Q2017 Estimated $10 billion in cryptocurrency transacted each day Riot Blockchain, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIOT) is advancing its focus on the rising blockchain technology and its cryptocurrency applications, as exemplified by its November announcement of its strategic investment in Verady, LLC, a company that provides accounting, auditing and verification for blockchain-based assets such as cryptocurrencies (http://nnw.fm/Odp3i). The strategy paid off with news that Riot Blockchain’s stock surged from $7 in…

ThursdayFeb 01, 2018 1:54 pm

Net Element, Inc. (NASDAQ: NETE) Attracts $7.55 Million Investment on Heels of Blockchain Initiative

Blockchain-focused business unit launched to create crypto-based ecosystem connecting merchants and consumers Cryptocurrency and blockchain technology applications market could reach $10 trillion by 2033 Institutional investment of $7.55 million will support blockchain initiatives and continued growth Net Element (NASDAQ: NETE), a global financial technology and value-added solutions group that supports electronic payments acceptance in an omni-channel environment spanning across point-of-sale, e-commerce and mobile devices, recently announced that it has completed a $7.55 million private placement of restricted common stock and warrants with a New York-based office that has made several investments in blockchain technology platforms. Shares of Net Element rose…

ThursdayFeb 01, 2018 1:25 pm

CryptoCurrencyWire (CCW) Prime Introduces Total News Coverage Solution coupled with Discounted Press Release Services

CCW Prime member benefits include unlimited-word press releases to top-tier networks, third-party media coverage, high-level news enhancement, and more NEW YORK – February 1, 2018 (Globe Newswire) – via NetworkWire – CryptoCurrencyWire (CCW), a multifaceted financial news and publishing company, today announces the launch of its CryptoCurrencyWire Prime program designed to provide private and public companies access to core corporate communications solutions through a unique, discounted membership model. Top Benefits of CCW Prime Membership 20% off U.S. State & Local, U.S. National and Canadian distribution via NetworkWire Professional, in-house press release enhancement Team to ensure maximum impact Third-party media coverage…

WednesdayJan 31, 2018 2:31 pm

IEG Holdings Corp. (IEGH) Aims to be Key Player in the Cryptocurrency/Blockchain Sector

IEG Holdings plans to create its own gold metal-backed cryptocurrency for consumer loans and consumer loan repayments The company’s loans offer interest rates that are significantly lower than payday lenders Adoption of blockchain technology offers substantial growth potential On January 10, 2018, consumer loan provider IEG Holdings Corp. (OTCQB: IEGH) announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Investment Evolution Crypto, LLC, is negotiating to purchase a gold project with prospecting licenses and known gold resources. The corporation plans to use a gold resource for the creation of its own gold metal-backed cryptocurrency, with a view to offering loans and accepting loan…