Crypto EcoBlog
In this digest, we will look at some of the major new developments amongst major crypto exchanges that were implemented in the past month.During this uncertain time, many companies in the crypto industry are continuing to develop their technology further and implement more innovative features for their users. This crypto digest will guide you through the major stories of March 2020.Shimmer on RustAlso, this month crypto exchange Bitfinex announced the deployment of its proprietary market...
Read More »Bakkt Announces Integration with Starbucks to Introduce Bakkt Cash Payment Option
Users of the Starbucks mobile app will soon have the opportunity to pay for their drinks with Bakkt Cash. According to Bakkt, at the current moment, the crypto payment option is only in limited beta.Cryptocurrency derivatives exchange Bakkt partners with Starbucks to introduce a new payment option for Starbucks mobile app users. Named “Bakkt Cash”, the feature is already available for Starbucks customers as a limited beta.We're also reducing payment costs for merchants which improves their...
Read More »Bakkt Closes Series B Funding and Raises $300 Million from Microsoft, Pantera and Others
Bakkt closed a $300 million Series B fundraising round. The round was led by Microsoft’s M12, Pantera Capital. PayU and other prominent companies.Bakkt, the cryptocurrency derivatives exchange, has undergone series B funding. This was to the tune of $300 million. Sources say that the exchange involved many partners. Intercontinental Exchanges (ICE), which is Bakkt’s parent company, Microsoft‘s M12, Pantera Capital, PayU, CMT Digital, Boston Consulting Group, and Goldfinch Partners were among...
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