European Governments Taking Greater Steps To Regulate Blockchain Tech

Europe has always been a hot spot of crypto activity, and now a number of European states may finally be ready to recognize the legitimacy of blockchain technology and begin regulating cryptocurrencies. Germany has become the latest European nation to take this step, as a bill enabling banks to enter the crypto space has passed…

December 10, 20190Comments

ByTrevor Smith

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Security Tokens Set To Become Major Assets Within The Crypto Space

Over the past several months a number of developments have emerged that enable blockchain technology to be used in the purchase, management, and trading of traditional assets. Blockchain-based security tokens will enable stocks, bonds, or other financial products to be linked to immutable distributed ledgers. Much like stablecoins, which are backed by fiat currency, security…

January 26, 20190Comments

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States Continue to Explore issuing National Cryptocurrencies With Mixed Results

As cryptocurrency adoption and blockchain development grows, states across the globe continue to explore the idea of issuing 'national cryptocurrencies.' This concept is fiercely debated, with various nations taking different approaches to the subject. The results are an emerging patchwork of various policies and projects, which serves to demonstrate the tremendous challenge central banks are…

November 12, 20180Comments

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NEO Token Development Maturing

Despite the decline in crypto values, the blockchain space is maturing at a very rapid pace. Development and adoption are at all-time highs, and global interest continues to spread. Over the next few months blockchain technology is expected to move beyond the theoretical and into real-world usage. This step promises to substantially increase the significance…

June 29, 20180Comments

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Estonia Planning to Issue a National Cryptocurrency

Estonia has announced plans to launch an ICO as a way of raising funds and promoting its e-Residency program. The token, to be called "Estcoin" will be managed by the state, but like all cryptocurrencies, will be accessible to investors worldwide. Estonia is hoping this move will boost its economy, which has struggled since the…

August 30, 20170Comments

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State Sponsorship

Crypto advocates have long asserted that freedom from government control and manipulation is a key advantage of cryptocurrencies and their underlying blockchain technology. It was, in fact, the lack of control that prompted several nations to adopt anti-crypto positions in past years. More recently however, governments around the globe have begun to embrace cryptocurrencies and…

August 19, 20170Comments

ByTrevor Smith