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The definition of a cryptocurrency is a digital asset containing cryptographic protocols that make transactions secure and immutable. Cryptocurrencies are built on top of distributed ledger technology, blockchain — which allows it to be decentralized and immune to government control and interference. Transactions involving cryptocurrencies involve public and private keys, enabling minimal processing fees, allowing users to be able to make transfers without traditional third-party institutions.
The definition of a cryptocurrency is a digital asset containing cryptographic protocols that make transactions secure and immutable. Cryptocurrencies are built on top of distributed ledger technology, blockchain — which allows it to be decentralized and immune to government control and interference. Transactions involving cryptocurrencies involve public and private keys, enabling minimal processing fees, allowing users to be able to make transfers without traditional third-party institutions.
SEC to Make a Move on Suing Ripple over XRP Cryptocurrency as Christmas Holidays Kick In
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse revealed that a lawsuit may be in the works against his fintech company for XRP cryptocurrency sooner than later.
Ledger Hacker Dumps Hardware Wallet Users’ Personal Info on Public Server
Ledger, the leading cold wallet manufacturing company, appears to be reaping the consequences of an earlier hack that compromised its clientele base.
Ripple XRP Struggles to Retest Its Yearly High of $0.78
Ripple XRP has once again surged higher on the back of Bitcoin’s bullish momentum, but it appears to still be pretty stagnant in comparison with other altcoins.
US Treasury Department Proposes New KYC Requirements for Cryptocurrency Transactions
The U.S Treasury Department has released a notice concerning a new rule that would require money services businesses and banks to verify identities, keep records, and submit reports of users holding crypto assets in unhosted wallets.
Coinbase CEO Advises New Crypto Investors to Carefully Evaluate Market Risk and Crypto Volatility
As Bitcoin breaks $21,000, it may be easy for new investors to want to join the crypto bandwagon before evaluating risks associated with this asset class.
Bitcoin Price Pops Over Wall Of Sellers at $20K, Flips Resistance to New Support Level
Despite reports that a wall of sellers was waiting for Bitcoin at the $20,000 price level the BTC price surged over the wall and may have flipped the resistance into a support line.
UK FCA Regulator Announces “Temporary Registration Regime” Extending Operating Deadline for Crypto Firms
The UK’s FCA has just announced a “temporary registration regime” which allows crypto firms who have previously applied to continue operating until July 2021.
Ripple XRP Price Could Suffer A Plunge Again if a Key Support Level Is Broken
Ripple is now the only mainstream cryptocurrency that has dropped as Bitcoin has surged.
OCC’s Brian Brooks Proposes ‘Country Coin’ Crypto Scheme to Close Global Wealth Gap
Brian Brooks, the acting Comptroller of the Currency, has a big crypto proposal to close the wealth gap between developing and developed nations - it's called “country coin.”
What Pantera Capital CEO Thinks Will Be The Best Performing Cryptocurrency in the Next 12 Months
In an interview with Raoul Pal, Dan Morehead, the CEO of Pantera Capital, revealed what he thinks will be the best performing digital asset a year from now.