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'Big Four' Chinese Bank to Launch Blockchain Bancassurance Product
One of China's "Big Four" banks is close to launching a blockchain application for the insurance and banking sectors.
New SEC Cyber Unit to Police ICOs and Other DLT 'Violations'
The SEC is making cryptocurrencies and distributed ledger tech a focus of a new cybercrime task force, announced today.
Nigerian Central Bank Director: Cryptocurrency Wave 'Cannot Be Stopped'
A representative of the Central Bank of Nigeria opened up about his views on cryptocurrency at a technology-specific conference this week.
BTCC to Cease China Trading as Media Warns Closures Could Continue
China-based exchange BTCC has announced it will be closing its doors to domestic trading, while Shanghai media indicates a broader crackdown.
Bitcoin Drops Below $4,000 as Market Turns Uncertain
Bitcoin prices fell below $4,000 Tuesday, a move that comes at a time when traders are uncertain of whether the asset's first-half gains can continue.
Another ICO Conference Cancels in Wake of China Ban
A second conference on blockchain-based fundraising has been cancelled following news that regulators in China have formally outlawed the use case.
Cryptocurrency Prices Rise Back Above $150 Billion as Investment Rebounds
Cryptocurrency prices rebounded heading into Wednesday, a trend that suggests China's move to ban ICOs may have a limited impact.
Uncertainty Lingers In China as ICO Exchanges Begin Customer Refunds
ICO platforms in China are reportedly now issuing refunds to select customers following warnings by the nation's regulators on Monday.
Bitcoin's Price Is Now Down 20% from Its $5,000 All-Time High
The price of bitcoin continued its downward trajectory late Monday, falling $1,000 from its most recent all-time high set Friday.
Bitcoin Drops Below $5,000 as Crypto Markets See $13 Billion Sell-Off
The cryptocurrency asset class saw a broad sell-off on Saturday after bitcoin passed a notable milestone in its price history.
