Malta has become one of the world’s biggest crypto havens over the past few years, and now, things are about to take a whole new turn.Malta Is a Leading Crypto MaverickSeveral companies – 34, to be exact – that either operate in blockchain or cryptocurrency-based territory within Malta, have sent “letters of intent” to the country’s Financial Services Authority (the MFSA). These letters say they are requesting permission from the organization to continue their operations and further provide...
Read More »BitMEX Customer Email Data Exposed in Security Breach
How many times must it be said? If you’re going to run a cryptocurrency exchange, you must make sure that you’re using top-rated security measures to keep everyone safe. This is what BitMEX, based in Seychelles, Africa, is learning right about now.BitMEX Under FireBitMEX was compromised over the weekend, leading to all its customers’ email addresses being exposed. The good news is that this is one of the few instances of a crypto exchange being compromised where money is not taken. That much...
Read More »Customers of Golix Exchange Can’t Access Funds
A cryptocurrency exchange in Zimbabwe known as Golix is under fire after its CEO allegedly lost the private keys to the company wallet, thereby preventing customers from withdrawing their funds.What’s the Trouble with Golix?Twanda Kembo, the founder and primary executive of the Golix exchange, says he lost the password to the company’s cold storage unit in May of last year. Wow… So, it didn’t occur to you to inform your customers six months ago when this happened? You decide to wait until...
Read More »Second Crypto Capital Executive Will Face Criminal Charges
Recently, Live Bitcoin News reported that the president of Crypto Capital had been arrested for allegedly taking part in drug running and money laundering schemes. We also reported that further arrests were expected in the coming weeks. One of those arrests has now taken place.More Bad News for Crypto CapitalOz Yosef, a principal executive of the company, is charged with being the man responsible for the loss of roughly $850 million in crypto funds transferred to the company by Bitfinex, one...
Read More »Is the Nash Exchange Invulnerable to Cyberattacks?
Is it possible to create a cryptocurrency exchange that is in no way vulnerable to hackers? According to the creators of Nash, that’s exactly what’s been done.Nash: A New Kind of Trading Platform?New technology has emerged that makes bitcoin more programmable. Thus, traders do not need to hand over control of their assets until the final moments of a transaction. Nash, a new cryptocurrency trading platform, is utilizing this technology to ensure all its customers’ financial data and digital...
Read More »Bittrex Is Opening a New Office in Vaduz, Liechtenstein
Europe is becoming a solid haven for crypto and blockchain companies, and now, the small nation of Liechtenstein is boosting the European crypto community further.Liechtenstein: The New Crypto TargetThe country will soon be home to another digital asset platform brought forth by Bittrex. The company is launching what’s called Bittrex Global, and it’s set to go live by the end of October. Crypto traders throughout the continent will soon have access to what a statement refers to as a “wide...
Read More »U.S. Binance Customers Gain Access to Five New Assets
Binance, arguably the largest and most popular cryptocurrency exchange in the world, is giving U.S. customers the chance to deposit up to five new cryptocurrencies into their accounts. These assets include Stellar, Cardano, Ethereum Classic and BAT.Binance Expands Its U.S. HorizonsAt press time, the exchange offers primarily mainstream cryptocurrencies with large market caps. These include bitcoin, BNB – the exchange’s own cryptocurrency – Ethereum, Ripple’s XRP, Litecoin, bitcoin cash and...
Read More »Bobby Lee Reenters Crypto Market with New Startup Ballet
In the world of business, you’ve either got it or you don’t. You either have what it takes to keep going and start more enterprises, or you’re a one-hit wonder (or not a hit at all). In the case of Bobby Lee, crypto entrepreneurism appears to be what he’s destined to do. Bobby Lee: Coming Back BiggerLee is famous for having created China’s first bitcoin exchange. China has had a very mixed relationship with cryptocurrencies, having banned foreign exchanges and initial coin offerings (ICOs) in...
Read More »Gemini Exchange Introduces Stronger Storage Options
Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss of the Gemini Exchange claim to have built a better vault system to protect their customers’ bitcoin and cryptocurrency assets. Gemini Brings On a Bigger, Better VaultOne of the big questions meandering through the crypto space as of late is, “How can we ‘insure’ people’s money? What can we do to protect money and ensure it remains safe from hackers?” After so many instances involving lost funds and personal data over the years, the question makes complete...
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