Cryptocurrency
China Preps for the Launch of Government-Backed Cryptocurrency, Censors Any Negative Backlash
China doesn’t want any public opinion getting in the way of its upcoming launch.
SEC Announces “Emergency” Halt of Telegram’s Gram Cryptocurrency Sale
The complaint from the SEC is that Telegram did not pre-register its offer for sale.
Visa and Mastercard Announce Rejection of Facebook’s Libra
Visa, Mastercard, eBay, and Stripe are all the latest companies to withdraw from the Libra Association.
Apple Wants to Police What You Can Buy With Its New Credit Card, Cryptocurrencies Are Already Not Allowed
Where else will Apple say you’re not allowed to spend your money?
Andrew Yang Is the Only 2020 Candidate Accepting Bitcoin: “Blockchain Needs to Be a Big Part of Our Future”
Other candidates have either not supported cryptocurrencies or have failed to mention them at all.
President Trump Says He’s “Not a Fan of Bitcoin”
Trump also said that if Facebook wants to become a bank with its Libra cryptocurrency, it must become subject to all banking regulations.
Maxine Waters Will Bring Facebook Before Congress to Discuss Its Project Libra Cryptocurrency
Facebook’s Libra has been hit with criticism from the moment it was announced.
After Previously Banning Cryptocurrency Ads, Facebook Is Set to Announce Its Own Cryptocurrency
Facebook’s cryptocurrency is set to launch next week.
Indian Government Draws Up a Bill to Ban Cryptocurrencies
It’s not the first time India has proposed the idea, but it’s closer than ever to becoming a reality.
New App Lets You Spend Crypto in Physical Stores Like Whole Foods, GameStop and More
Crypto users will be excited that they can now use crypto to buy their groceries.
Sim Swappers Stole $2.4 Million Worth in Crypto
Sim swapping is on the rise since people are linking their online accounts to their phone numbers.
Fundabit Is a Crypto Based Patreon Alternative
Users are leaving Patreon for good reason. This may be an alternative.