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MondayJan 27, 2020 11:36 am

Does Bitcoin Solve the Wealth Gap?

The dialogue of universal basic income and the wealth gap has been on for over a decade. Since Bitcoin was introduced to the world in 2009, there has been speculation around its role in UBI and equitable wealth distribution. In a recent blog published by Bill Gates, about his reflections on 2019, he highlighted the unfair distribution of wealth. However, many experts have shared research and insights on how Bitcoin can solve the issue of wealth gap. If you’re wondering exactly how an infrastructure and tech heavy currency like Bitcoin will solve the problem of the wealth gap, let’s find…

FridayJan 24, 2020 1:04 pm

InvestorBrandNetwork’s CryptoCurrencyWire Recaps Impressive BTC Miami Conference

Earlier this month, blockchain enthusiasts traveled to the magical city of Miami not for its warm breezes and balmy temperatures but to attend The North American Bitcoin Conference (“TNABC”), which is also known as BTC Miami. Officially recognized by the city of Miami and announced by mayor Francis Suarez, the conference was a must-attend event for stakeholders of an industry that has experienced some sunny—and stormy—weather of its own. The conference has cultivated such a presence in the city that it has evolved into a week-long event series dubbed the Miami Blockchain Week. Held January 16-17, Miami’s annual BTC conference…

FridayJan 24, 2020 11:44 am

Ethereum BUIDL Week

Can you devs feel the excitement as Ethereum’s BUIDL week inches closer? Mark the dates of February 10-13, 2020 where BUIDL week brings with it a range of blockchain events open to the public including: tech demos, speakers, panels, and workshops throughout the state; designed to empower and educate Colorado’s growing and thriving blockchain community. For developers and community members this means learning new skills and preparing for the BUIDLathon, where “BUIDLing” kicks off on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14th. The entire event is 100% sponsor funded so it’s free to anyone who wishes to attend. The goal of BUIDL…

ThursdayJan 23, 2020 2:14 pm

Xalles Holdings Inc. (XALL) Acquires Gateway Innovations, Leading Fintech and IT Company Building High Impact Tech Parks in Africa

Gateway Innovations Limited’s first project, the $200 million Ghana Cyber City, is set to become West Africa’s premier hub of innovation The acquisition brings Xalles Holdings one step closer to its goal of establishing a series of strategic global fintech centers Xalles aims to sustain profitability through revenue growth and continued vigilant expense management techniques in 2020 Xalles Holdings Inc. (OTC: XALL), one of the first providers of payment and financial transaction management solutions through proprietary blockchain-based technology, announced it has executed an agreement for the acquisition of Gateway Innovations Limited. This company, which is based in Accra, Ghana, is…

ThursdayJan 23, 2020 11:38 am

A Market Update on Chainlink

Chainlink has been a consistent safe bet for investors throughout 2019 because despite price action for the crypto market heading south, Chainlink has given consistent returns. Its current ROI stands at 1610.95% and the altcoin has gained 7.2% in value this week. If you’re following along, we posted a Chainlink market update on January 2, 2020. In a year, the market capitalization went up from $180 million to almost $950 million. (data sourced from coinmarketcap.com) Despite all odds, Chainlink has managed to maintain its rank in the top 20 cryptocurrencies based on market capitalization. This is beneficial for investors because…

WednesdayJan 22, 2020 12:08 pm

What You Need to Know About Roku Stock

Roku: The Company We’ve heard about Roku for quite some time now and many of us (including me) use the service or product within our homes. I still never really paid attention to Roku and why it mattered. I’m interested in the company because people seem to think that it has the power to last and believe it has more to deliver over time. Let’s find out why Roku matters and how it’s done over the past couple of years. What Does Roku Do and How Does it Work? Roku is a service that simplifies the process of accessing television…

TuesdayJan 21, 2020 12:22 pm

Bitwise Says We Can Expect This From Crypto

Bitwise Asset Management is a cryptocurrency asset advisory and management firm partnered with Morgan Creek Digital, another digital asset-focused investment manager. Bitwise recently made headlines when it withdrew its Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) proposal, sending a note to the U.S. SEC claiming that the move was in lieu of public interest and protection of user funds. Bitwise had filed the proposal in January 2019, and in response the SEC had raised several questions which the firm is working on thoroughly answering. For now, the withdrawal was a procedural step by Bitwise as they have intentions to refile their application at…

TuesdayJan 21, 2020 12:17 pm

Gaming Giant Ubisoft Wants to Mentor Blockchain Startups

Ubisoft has announced that its fifth season of Entrepreneurs Lab will be focused on blockchain and social entertainment startups. This means that new blockchain gaming companies may have a shot at some big help. Ubisoft made the announcement on the Entreprenuers Lab official homepage. It is now accepting applications for the May to October season. The Ubisoft Entrepreneurs Lab features a six month mentorship with the possibility for further collaboration in the future. Ubisoft: A Gaming Giant Ubisoft is one of the largest gaming companies in the world. It is best known for its Tom Clancy video game series, as…

FridayJan 17, 2020 1:57 pm

The Wild West Crypto Show Takes a Look at New Crypto Laws of 2020

On episode 91 of the Wild West Crypto Show, titled ‘New Crypto Laws of 2020’, news on developments in the space continued to break at crypto speed. Host Brent Bates was alone in the hot seat, as co-host Drew Taylor rode back to Texas from Arkansas, where he might have been engaging in certain manufacturing activities. The show featured a segment with crypto attorney Manny Alicandro, who tuned in from the Big Apple to share the latest developments on the regulatory front. Viewers also got a heads-up on the Wild West Crypto Show’s meetup, slated for April 4 in Ingram,…

FridayJan 17, 2020 12:26 pm

Easiest Way To Accumulate Bitcoin Before Halving

If you’re checking out this article, you are definitely an adopter waiting for BTC to cross the last ATH. So, how do you accumulate Bitcoin easy and fast before the halving? Influencers like John McAfee and Anthony Pompliano have been speaking of the price hike for the past year. In case this happens for real, you’d definitely want to accumulate more than you have. You definitely shouldn’t consider something like taking out a Bitcoin loan, however you could bet if not borrow. Betting on Bitcoin Bet Bitcoin to win some more… In other words, gamble. This is the quickest way…