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This 11-year-old just wrote a book on bitcoin that hopefully a kid can understand

This 11-year-old just wrote a book on bitcoin that hopefully a kid can understand Andrew Courey, a middle school student in Massachusetts, recently published a 57-page book on bitcoin. He did the research when he wasn't in school, playing sports or working on mobile apps. Like most sixth graders, Andrew Courey is usually playing sports … Continue reading This 11-year-old just wrote a book on bitcoin that hopefully a kid can understand

Coinbase Informs 13K Affected Customers Of Imminent Data Handover To IRS

Coinbase Informs 13K Affected Customers Of Imminent Data Handover To IRS   US-based cryptocurrency exchange and wallet service Coinbase sent an official notice Friday, Feb. 23 to approximately 13,000 of its customers whose information it is legally required to turn over to the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS).   The IRS had initially asked Coinbase … Continue reading Coinbase Informs 13K Affected Customers Of Imminent Data Handover To IRS

Tesla Billionaire Elon Musk Reveals How Much Bitcoin He Owns

  Tesla Billionaire Elon Musk Reveals How Much Bitcoin He Owns Billionaire Elon Musk is a huge fan of cutting-edge technology and is usually ahead of the curve when it comes to finance, but he's not a bitcoin bull. The co-founder of Tesla Inc. revealed on Twitter that he owns only a tiny fraction of … Continue reading Tesla Billionaire Elon Musk Reveals How Much Bitcoin He Owns

Bitcoin Fees Are Down Big – Why It’s Happening and What It Means

  Bitcoin Fees Are Down Big – Why It's Happening and What It Means $26 down to $3. The average cost of sending a bitcoin transaction is cheaper than it's been in a year and a half, showing the price isn't the cryptocurrency's only unpredictable metric these days. But with all the debate about growing … Continue reading Bitcoin Fees Are Down Big – Why It’s Happening and What It Means

Bitcoin – British MPs launch inquiry into digital currencies

Bitcoin – British MPs launch inquiry into digital currencies MPs have launched an inquiry into cryptocurrencies and the technology behind them. The Treasury Committee said it wants to understand the risks and benefits of digital money following an explosion of interest – and investment – in them. The MPs will cover the role of digital … Continue reading Bitcoin – British MPs launch inquiry into digital currencies

Crypto Mining Craze Creates Global GPU Shortage

Crypto Mining Craze Creates Global GPU Shortage The cryptocurrency bull run of 2017 attracted multitudes of investors looking to get rich quick but it also created a mining boom that has resulted in a worldwide shortage of computer components.   Miners Plunder Singapore, Hong Kong For Cheap Rigs Scores of miners from around the world … Continue reading Crypto Mining Craze Creates Global GPU Shortage

Trader Takes a Risk With Bitcoin, Becomes Cryptocurrency Billionaire

Trader Takes a Risk With Bitcoin, Becomes Cryptocurrency Billionaire A mysterious investor who had recently purchased astonishing $400 million in bitcoin has just become a cryptocurrency billionaire. Earlier this year, Bitcoin investors pressed the panic button when the cryptocurrency saw as much as 50 percent of the market lost amidst fears of growing regulations within … Continue reading Trader Takes a Risk With Bitcoin, Becomes Cryptocurrency Billionaire

CFTC Warns Against Cryptocurrency Pump-and-dump Schemes

CFTC Warns Against Cryptocurrency Pump-and-dump Schemes The rising popularity of cryptocurrencies is of great concern. Especially when it comes to pump-and-dump schemes, there’s reason to be concerned. As such, the CFTC issued an official warning against this type of market manipulation. They advise customers to avoid such schemes, especially when it comes to small and … Continue reading CFTC Warns Against Cryptocurrency Pump-and-dump Schemes

What Could Lift Bitcoin, Ripple, Ethereum, And Litecoin Prices Back Towards New Highs

What Could Lift Bitcoin, Ripple, Ethereum, And Litecoin Prices Back Towards New Highs The cryptocurrency party is on again. After being in a deep correction for a few weeks, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, and Litecoin have been coming back nicely over the last week, gaining 19.87%, 10.48%, 30.57%, and 53.90% respectively—see table 1.   Table 1 … Continue reading What Could Lift Bitcoin, Ripple, Ethereum, And Litecoin Prices Back Towards New Highs

Bitcoin Price Technical Analysis for 16th Feb – One More Hurdle to Clear

Bitcoin Price Technical Analysis for 16th Feb – One More Hurdle to Clear Bitcoin Price Key Highlights Bitcoin price has broken past its inverse head and shoulders pattern neckline to show that an uptrend is in the cards. Price is hitting another upside barrier at its descending trend line, though, and this might prompt profit-taking. … Continue reading Bitcoin Price Technical Analysis for 16th Feb – One More Hurdle to Clear