Bitcoin Price Tripled in Last Year

A collection of Bitcoins stand in this arranged photograph in Danbury, U.K., on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2015. Bitcoin, the digital currency, climbed on Wednesday to hit its highest levels since early November, amid fresh speculation that the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto — the virtual currency’s creator — may have finally been revealed. Photographer: Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg … Continue reading Bitcoin Price Tripled in Last Year

Arbitrage – What it is and how it works

Arbitrage refers to the process of instantly trading one or more pairs of currencies or odds for a nigh risk-free profit. Usually, this involves two exchanges (this is then called a two-legged arbitrage); although more are, of course, possible. There are several steps when executing an arbitrage: Find a suitable opportunity Execute trades Rebalance accounts … Continue reading Arbitrage – What it is and how it works

What’s keeping Cryptocurrencies from mass adoption? – Part 2

  What’s keeping Cryptocurrencies from mass adoption? – Part 2 Official Local Exchanges Having to look other users in the eye can make a world of difference. Face-to-face exchanges at trusted locations means that the sale of a coin can be more easily limited, and this can act as a throttle to gauge demand. People … Continue reading What’s keeping Cryptocurrencies from mass adoption? – Part 2

What’s keeping cryptocurrencies from mass adoption?

What’s keeping cryptocurrencies from mass adoption?   Speculators flocked to Bitcoin and many of the alt-coins in hopes of getting in early and making a big exit, but everyday users haven’t warmed to cryptocurrencies. There are many reasons why, but one of the largest barriers to mainstream adoption is the price volatility of cryptocurrencies. So … Continue reading What’s keeping cryptocurrencies from mass adoption?

Cryptocurrencies Surge in Value – Threefold Increase since last year

Cryptocurrencies Surge in Value – Threefold Increase since last year The combined market value of bitcoin and other crypto-currencies is now $27bn, representing a threefold increase since the start of 2016, with bitcoin miners having earned more than $2bn since trading in the electronic currency began in 2009. These are some of the findings of … Continue reading Cryptocurrencies Surge in Value – Threefold Increase since last year

Bitcoin Rises Footsie Falls as UK Heads to Snap Election

Bitcoin Rises, Footsie Falls, as UK Heads to Snap Election   Theresa May, the British unelected current Prime Minister, has surprised and at the same time excited everyone by all the sudden calling a snap election in what may be an historical two months of campaigning. “It was with reluctance that I decided the country … Continue reading Bitcoin Rises Footsie Falls as UK Heads to Snap Election

Should You Accept Cryptocurrency In Your Small Business?

Should You Accept Cryptocurrency In Your Small Business?   Despite the controversy and challenges that occur — small-business owners are embracing cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin. The main reason, according to the more savvy entrepreneurial-types, is that by using the latest technology they can stand out from other businesses. Does that mean that accepting cryptocurrencies is the … Continue reading Should You Accept Cryptocurrency In Your Small Business?

3 Simple Ways for Earning Cryptocurrency From Home

3 Simple Ways for Earning Cryptocurrency From Home Cryptocurrencies represent awesome payment systems that enable anyone to send and receive money to and from anyone in the world; convert it to fiat currencies easily and use it to buy whatever one might choose whether online or offline. However, one of the drawbacks of cryptocurrencies is … Continue reading 3 Simple Ways for Earning Cryptocurrency From Home

Cryptocurrency Creates New Opportunities

Cryptocurrency Creates New Opportunities   Over the last few years, the Cryptocurrency industry has been gaining popularity, and for a good reason. With the complexity that goes into making physical dollars, it’s clear now why people are opting to print a new form of currency. Making a digital currency is quite easier for someone with … Continue reading Cryptocurrency Creates New Opportunities

Bitcoin and cryptocurrency on the rise in South Africa

  Bitcoin and cryptocurrency on the rise in South Africa   Since the meteoric rise of Bitcoin, cryptocurrency has become increasingly popular across the world. While Bitcoin is the largest and most widely-used cryptocurrency on the market, there are other currencies experiencing steady growth – such as Ethereum and Dash. These cryptocurrencies also use a … Continue reading Bitcoin and cryptocurrency on the rise in South Africa