Cryptocurrency

A cryptocurrency is a digital asset or virtual money that is secured by cryptographic algorithms. Some cryptocurrencies are decentralized and are based on Blockchain technology or distributed ledger technology.  

The first cryptocurency was developed by the American cryptographer David Chaum, who has described is ecash anonymous cryptographic electronic money in 1983. Now Bitcoin is one of the most popular and biggest cryptocurrencies.

UNICEF Rolls Out Cryptocurrency Fund to Support Blockchain Projects
Oct 11, 2019 at 08:29
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UNICEF Rolls Out Cryptocurrency Fund to Support Blockchain Projects
On Wednesday October 9, 2019, the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF), an agency that provides emergency food and healthcare to people globally, declared its plan to create the UNICEF Cryptocurrency Fund with the aim of supporting open source technology.
Ripple Price Analysis: XRP Rebounds at Bottom and Makes a Decisive Upward Move
Oct 10, 2019 at 12:03
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Ripple Price Analysis: XRP Rebounds at Bottom and Makes a Decisive Upward Move
The Ripple cryptocurrency (XRP) is presumed to have reversed as its price rebounds recently at the bottom. Previously, the world cryptocurrency market was making a series of lower highs and lower lows. Today, October 10, 2019, XRP's price is attempting to break the $0.29 and $0.32 supply zones.
Blockchain to Change Digital Procurement in Italy
Oct 09, 2019 at 09:39
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Blockchain to Change Digital Procurement in Italy
For a large number of Italian Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs), Industry 4.0 technologies including blockchain or distributed ledger technology, cryptocurrency, internet of things, mobile devices, etc. will be of great impact: including Robotic Process Automation which will be crucial for 35% of managers. The purchasing sector, one of the key areas for employment in Italy, with more than 50,000 employees, is facing a crucial period of change. However, the country needs to focus on corporate reorganization and investment in skills.
The New Cryptocurrency from AQUIX: a Coin Ensured by the Real Production and Implementation of Ecological Technologies
Oct 07, 2019 at 17:39
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The New Cryptocurrency from AQUIX: a Coin Ensured by the Real Production and Implementation of Ecological Technologies
The modern cryptocurrency market is full of projects which offer to invest in a coin, having only a beautiful idea. Some of these projects are at the early beginning of the implementation and suppose to reach significant results in 2, 3 or even 5 years. In this article you will learn about a company that demonstrates a fundamentally different approach.
Global Companies Paying Cryptocurrency Salaries Have Increased
Oct 07, 2019 at 08:42
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Global Companies Paying Cryptocurrency Salaries Have Increased
Bitcoin and cryptocurrency stipends have gained regulatory recognition in many parts of the globe including Switzerland, Estonia, Italy, Russia, United States, Japan, and New Zealand. However, when it comes to other major sectors or businesses, cryptocurrencies are not yet being used for remuneration. Individuals and firms in the aforementioned jurisdictions are seriously exploiting the benefits of legal digital currency payments.
Interest in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Education Increases
Oct 06, 2019 at 09:50
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Interest in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Education Increases
Many institutions of higher education globally are considering offering classes related to Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, blockchain and other emerging innovative technologies because of their much-acclaimed benefits.
Bank of Italy Reveals Stance on Libra Cryptocurrency
Oct 04, 2019 at 13:04
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Bank of Italy Reveals Stance on Libra Cryptocurrency
During a presentation at an event on financial technology organized in Rome, the deputy general manager (DGM) of the Bank of Italy, Alessandra Perrazzelli, used words of caution and prudence, but at the same time, openness towards Facebook’s cryptocurrency Libra.
U.S. Court Orders Longfin Cryptocurrency Firm to Pay Nearly $7 Mln in Fines
Oct 04, 2019 at 10:42
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U.S. Court Orders Longfin Cryptocurrency Firm to Pay Nearly $7 Mln in Fines
Longfin Corp., a NASDAQ-listed independent finance and tech firm, that unexpectedly jumped onto the cryptocurrency bandwagon with the aim of benefiting from the bitcoin (BTC) bull run that happened in December 2017, was recently ordered by a New York federal court to recompense around $7,000,000 in fines and disgorgement for fake operations, as per a U.S. SEC report issued on Sept 30.
Hong Kong Cryptocurrency Trading Volume Sets All-Time High Record on LocalBitcoins
Oct 03, 2019 at 12:04
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Hong Kong Cryptocurrency Trading Volume Sets All-Time High Record on LocalBitcoins
Adoption in digital currencies, especially Bitcoin (BTC), appears to be growing at a high rate in the Hong Kong SAR. Last week, a Bitcoin startup firm LocalBitcoins saw its peak trading volume ever in the special administrative region Hong Kong.
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