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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.
It is the Season of Giving! Binance Charity is Giving Back with TravelBit's Partnership
Christmas is here! And to add to the season of giving, Binance partners with TravelBit to allow travelers booking through their website, to donate to the Binance Lunch for Children.
Coinbase Partners with DustAid for Crypto Donations During Christmas
A partnership forms between Coinbase and Dustaid, to donate Crypto to NSPCC, Little Edi Foundation, and Space for Giants.
Chico Crypto Goes Head-to-Head with Cardano Founder on Smart Contracts
Crypto gets its first bout in the ring with well-known crypto YouTuber Tyler Swope aka Chico Crypto going head to head against Charles Hoskinson Founder of Cardano.
European Central Bank Plans to Take the Lead on Stablecoins
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has urged the ECB to take the lead regarding stablecoins, citing increased interests in the space from central banks in Britain, Canada, and China.
Elliptic Discovery Established to Seamlessly Assist Banks in Crypto-Asset Decisions
Elliptic, a London-based provider of crypto-asset risk management solutions, has revealed the launch of Elliptic Discovery, a database of more than 200 worldwide crypto exchanges, that is purposely built for banks in their quest to determine the flow of funds into and out of crypto-assets.
Basel Committee on Banking Supervision Seeks Advice on Designing Prudential Treatment for Crypto-assets
Basel Committee on Banking Supervision publishes paper going over the design for prudential treatment for crypto assets. The paper goes over areas such as risks of crypto-asset exposures, capital, and liquidity requirements, and general considerations for the prudential treatment.
CoinMarketCap Puts Wash Traders On Notice With New Metric
CoinMarketCaps new “Liquidity” metric will come down hard on exchanges that harbor wash traders.
Director of FinCEN Affirms That Cryptocurrency Industry Is in Line With Agency Regulations
The director of FinCEN (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network) Kenneth. A Blanco believes that the cryptocurrency industry is starting to fall in place with the agency’s regulations on money transmission services.
Amun AG Obtained Approval from Swedish Regulator for ETP Offerings in EU
Swiss crypto firm, Amun AG granted permission to market its exchange-traded products to several retails' clients within the EU. Cointelegraph has reported that this will help in expanding Switzerland's crypto offerings both globally and domestically.
Sofi BitLicense Receives NYDFS Approval
The New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) has approved the SoFi BitLicense, a subsidiary of Social Finance, thereby agreeing and allowing its residents to get involved in digital currency trading.