Cryptocurrencies
Australian Government Employee Faces Court for Misusing Government IT Systems to Mine Crypto
An Australian government employee will reportedly face court today over his alleged misuse of government IT systems to mine cryptocurrency for personal gain.
Chinese Central Bank-Led Fintech Research Institute Seeks New Blockchain Talent
A fintech research institute established by China's central bank has posted several new job openings for blockchain talent.
Kraken $10 Million Equity Sale With BnkToTheFuture Seeks to Democratize Access
United States cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is offering equity to users in a fundraiser that raised over $6 million in its first day.
NYSE Arca Files Proposed Rule Change with SEC for Bitcoin-, T-Bills-Backed Investment Trust
NYSE Arca has filed a proposed rule change with the U. S. SEC for an application to list shares in a bitcoin investment trust that would be backed by the cryptocurrency and T-bills.
UK Watchdog Reports $34 Million Lost in Crypto and Forex Scams Last Year
The United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority reports $34 million lost to crypto and forex scams last year.
Zimbabwe Stock Exchange Eyes Blockchain-Based Products, Needs Regulatory Clarity
The Zimbabwe Stock Exchange wants to introduce blockchain-based products, but needs regulatory clarity according to an executive.
Expert: SEC Still In Information-Gathering Mode Regarding Bitcoin ETF
ETF. com managing director Dave Nadig says that the U. S. SEC is "still in information-gathering mode" in terms of a bitcoin ETF.
Low Turnout Hinders MakerDAO Vote to Decrease Stablecoin Stability Fee by 2%
A vote about whether to decrease the so-called stability fee by 2% for Maker’s DAI stablecoin.
Dutch Bank ABN AMRO Launches Blockchain Inventory Tracking Platform ‘Forcefield’
Dutch bank ABN AMRO is launching a blockchain-based inventory tracking platform.
US Tax Authority Prioritizes Issuing Guidance on Cryptocurrencies
The U. S. IRS states that the agency “made it a priority” to issue relevant guidance on cryptocurrency taxation.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Bitcoin Cash, EOS, Litecoin, Binance Coin, Stellar, Cardano, TRON: Price Analysis May 20
As investors return to cryptocurrencies, where are major coin prices heading in the near future? Let’s find out.