Daniel Palmer

European News Editor

Previously one of CoinDesk's longest-tenured contributors, and now one of our news editors, Daniel has authored over 750 stories for the site. When not writing or editing, he likes to make ceramics.

Daniel holds small amounts of BTC and ETH (<a href="https://qa.coindesk.com/editorial-policy/">See: Editorial Policy</a>).

Latest from Daniel Palmer

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Zilliqa Passes 'Milestone' With Addition of Smart Contracts to Its Blockchain

"Next-generation" cryptocurrency Zilliqa has announced the launch of smart contracts on its platform.

Jun 10, 2019

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G20 Reaffirms It Will Apply Expected Tough New FATF Rules on Crypto

The G20 has reaffirmed it will apply standards to counter money laundering and terrorism funding, soon to be finalized by the Financial Action Task Force.

Jun 10, 2019

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Facebook's 'GlobalCoin' Crypto Will Be Tied to Multiple Currencies: Exec

A Facebook executive has told a German magazine that the firm's planned stablecoin will be tied to a basket of fiat currencies.

Jun 7, 2019

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Overstock's Medici Ventures Leads $7 Million Round for Blockchain Voting Startup

Blockchain-based mobile voting platform Voatz has raised $7 million in a Series A round led by Overstock's Medici Ventures and Techstars.

Jun 6, 2019

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Malta Needs to Up Its AML Game As Crypto Sector Grows, Says EU

Malta should increase its anti-money laundering policing to match the growth in financial and crypto services, according to the EU.

Jun 5, 2019

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Japan's Crypto Traders May Face Closer Scrutiny Over Tax Avoidance

Japanese tax authorities are said to be planning to take action on the under-reporting of cryptocurrency-based profits.

Jun 5, 2019

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Crypto Exchange OKCoin Expands Trading Services to Europe

Cryptocurrency exchange OKCoin has launched in the EU, opening up euro pairs to traders for the first time.

Jun 5, 2019

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Former Mt Gox CEO Says He Wants to Restore Japan as Tech Leader

Former Mt. Gox chief Mark Karpeles has reportedly revealed he's "starting from zero" with an IT project.

Jun 5, 2019

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Dutch Crypto Exchange Blockport Shuts Down, Vows to Return

Amsterdam-based crypto exchange Blockport has been been forced to close due to lack of cash, but it's pledged to rebuild.

Jun 4, 2019

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SBI Plans Launch of In-Store Payments With Ripple-Powered 'Money Tap' App

SBI Ripple Asia is live testing in-store payments using its Ripple xCurrent-powered Money Tap app before a full launch "this year."

May 31, 2019