Bitcoin (BTC)

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) of the US has long been trying to figure out the best way to single out and tax cryptocurrency holders. The authority has issued a new draft form which aims to obtain essential information regarding the acquisition, exchange, and sale of Bitcoin and other virtual assets.Do You Own Any Bitcoin?Cryptocurrency taxation has long been one of the hot topics amid regulators throughout the entire world. When it comes to the US, in particular, when an investor...

Recently, Live Bitcoin News reported that many members of the crypto community were suspicious of a $1,000 surge incurred by bitcoin, the world’s leading cryptocurrency by market cap. It has now been stated that the surge was no doubt the result of a bitcoin whale moving money between accounts with Bittrex, one of the world’s top cryptocurrency exchanges.Bittrex at the Head of Whale ActivityBitcoin and cryptocurrency whales can have serious effects on the industry. A whale is someone who...

This year is coming to its end, and, naturally, it’s time to wonder what’s the next big thing in the world of Bitcoin. CryptoPotato had the chance to meet and talk with one of Bitcoin’s most famous proponents and industry experts, Anthony ‘Pomp’ Pompliano, co-founder and managing partner at the venture capital fund Morgan Creek Capital.Blockchain Not Bitcoin: It Takes Time An ongoing argument among the crypto community and regulators is the ‘blockchain, not Bitcoin’ narrative. This is...

According to a new report, BNB – the official cryptocurrency of digital exchange Binance – is outperforming bitcoin as of late.BNB – The Industry’s Strongest Coin?Bitcoin has been on something of a weak roll over the past few months. Things ultimately took a nasty turn for the currency in late September when Bakkt – the institutional crypto trading platform owned and governed by the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) – opened its doors to rather lackluster reception. Following 12 months of hype...

Several Chinese nationals have been arrested in Thailand and are under suspicion of being involved in an international cryptocurrency scam.Cryptocurrency Attracts More Crime in ThailandRoughly 24 people are now in police custody. All were allegedly part of an organization that targeted investors in China through a cold-calling scheme that persuaded them to purchase “bitcoin at inflated rates,” according to law enforcement officials. All were arrested in a rented office known as “Galaxy Place”...

The last days saw Bitcoin trading under a tight range of $300, between $7300 and $7600.The good news is that Bitcoin is finally trading above the confluence zone of $7300 – $7400, along with the 4-hour MA-50, which was mentioned here more than once.Besides, the RSI is showing strength due to the negative divergence shown on both the following charts.However, Bitcoin is now facing a critical decision as the coin reaching a mid-term descending trend-line. This can be seen on both the following...

There are many ways in which cryptocurrency trading resembles the traditional ones, but there are just as many differences, as well. That’s why it’s possible to use regular definitions, but they need to be appropriately adjusted and related according to the specifics of cryptocurrencies.Price gaps, for example, are something seen quite regularly within traditional markets, and we can already see them becoming a factor to consider when it comes to Bitcoin price analysis as well.What Are Price...

We live in a time of vast possibilities, where our daily life is changing at a dramatic pace. It’s extremely important to keep up with the latest developments and never-ending progress in all the fields of business and entertainment. One such significant development happened in the industry beloved by millions of people worldwide: The Gambling Industry.The last couple of years prompted the emergence of cryptocurrencies and pioneers of the concept incorporated Bitcoin into online Casinos. The...

After in September, Bakkt’s physically-backed Bitcoin futures platform finally started its work, a lot of crypto believers wondered what is next. Well, there is something. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently approved a new investment fund that will invest in Bitcoin futures contracts. The registration statement filed by Stone Ridge Trust VI for the NYDIG Bitcoin Strategy Fund began with its work on Monday after the company, already in October filed Form N-2 with the...

Nouvel ajout à la liste des établissements français qui acceptent les paiements en bitcoins : Brakstar – Computer World, vente en ligne de pièces détachées pour ordinateur portable, téléphone, appareil photo, tablette et ordinateur de bureau. Brakstar – Computer World, c’est aussi une boutique physique situé 2 rue de coulon à Gracay dans le département du Cher. Contact : 06 64 90 42 80...