Bank of Canada Paper Weighs Central Bank-Issued Cryptocurrency

Bank of Canada Paper Weighs Central Bank-Issued Cryptocurrency
Developed and developing economies would see different benefits if their central banks issued a cryptocurrency.

Bitfinex and Tether Break Silence, Go on Media Offensive

Bitfinex and Tether Break Silence, Go on Media Offensive
One of the world's largest bitcoin exchanges is pushing back against allegations its business is engaging in improper market practices.

Bitcoin Is an Emerging Systemic Risk

Bitcoin Is an Emerging Systemic Risk
The bubble in cryptocurrency threatens the broader financial system, given new buyers’ different motivations from early adopters and use of leverage.

Fed Vice Chair: Cryptocurrencies Threaten Financial Stability

Fed Vice Chair: Cryptocurrencies Threaten Financial Stability
Decentralized currencies could have "spillover effects" on the wider financial system if they get too big, Fed supervision chief Randal Quarles said.

ICE Agent: Cryptocurrencies Increasingly Used in Money Laundering

ICE Agent: Cryptocurrencies Increasingly Used in Money Laundering
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent mentions mixing services at exchanges and anonymity-enhancing currencies in Senate testimony.

Almost Half of ICO Funding Goes to Europe, Report Finds

Almost Half of ICO Funding Goes to Europe, Report Finds
The report by venture capital firm Atomico also found that more than a third of all ICOs were based in the EU.

SF Fed President: No Plans to Put USD on a Blockchain

SF Fed President: No Plans to Put USD on a Blockchain
But central banks will likely continue discussing government-backed digital currency, said John Williams of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.

ECB's Yves Mersch: Banks Need Faster Payments to Counter Bitcoin

ECB's Yves Mersch: Banks Need Faster Payments to Counter Bitcoin
European Central Bank board member Yves Mersch has said banks need to launch instant payments systems to counter the rise of cryptocurrencies.

Coinbase Ordered to Hand IRS Data on Over 14,000 Users

Coinbase Ordered to Hand IRS Data on Over 14,000 Users
A U.S. court has ordered bitcoin exchange Coinbase to disclose details of more than 14,000 customers to the Internal Revenue Service.

U.K. Won't Accept Cryptocurrency for Tax Bills, Minister Says

U.K. Won't Accept Cryptocurrency for Tax Bills, Minister Says
The government does plan to regulate exchanges and wallet providers, but won't intervene to help such startups get bank accounts, the minister said.

Down, Not Out? Dash Price Likely to Defend $600

Down, Not Out? Dash Price Likely to Defend $600
Dash traded over an impressive range Thursday, hitting new highs above $800 before dropping back to around $600.

PwC's Hong Kong Office Accepts Bitcoin Payment

PwC's Hong Kong Office Accepts Bitcoin Payment
'Big Four' firm PwC recently accepted bitcoin in exchange for advisory services, a news report revealed Thursday.

Questions of Regulation, Taxation Loom Over Crypto Investors

Questions of Regulation, Taxation Loom Over Crypto Investors
As the world of cryptocurrencies and ICOs heats up, there are many lingering questions about how tokens will fit within tax and regulatory frameworks.

Topped Out? Bitcoin Flirts with Short-Term Bearish Reversal

Topped Out? Bitcoin Flirts with Short-Term Bearish Reversal
Bitcoin prices are taking a hit at press time, and could suffer a deeper pullback over the weekend, the price charts indicate.

How Blockstack Counterattacked a Phishing Attempt on Its ICO

How Blockstack Counterattacked a Phishing Attempt on Its ICO
When phishing sites tried to con investors during its recent ICO, Blockstack used its tech expertise to turn the tables on the tricksters.

Investors Taking a Risk Buying Bitcoin, Says ECB Vice President

Investors Taking a Risk Buying Bitcoin, Says ECB Vice President
The vice president of the European Central Bank said yesterday that investors are taking a risk buying bitcoin at current high prices.

More Devs, More Destruction: Inside Zcash's Second Crypto Ceremony

More Devs, More Destruction: Inside Zcash's Second Crypto Ceremony
Amid criticism of its first security ceremony, zcash has made changes as it prepares for a fork. But has it done enough to silence the skeptics?

Just 400%? Willy Woo's Magic Math for Insane Crypto Returns

Just 400%? Willy Woo's Magic Math for Insane Crypto Returns
High stakes altcoin investor Willy Woo has the math to back up his (at times turbulent) investment thesis.

Crypto Corrupts the Youth? South Korea Prime Minister Says So

Crypto Corrupts the Youth? South Korea Prime Minister Says So
Prime Minister Lee Nak-yeon reportedly frets about kids selling drugs and pyramid schemes while regulators draft rules for South Korea's exchanges.

ICO Pros Call for Self-Regulation Citing SEC Risk

ICO Pros Call for Self-Regulation Citing SEC Risk
The ICO community must self-regulate to lessen the blows likely to come from enforcement and regulatory actions, said speakers at Consensus: Invest.

Bitcoin Price Falls $1,000 in Minutes to Drop Below $10k

Bitcoin Price Falls $1,000 in Minutes to Drop Below $10k
The price of bitcoin experienced a dramatic decline today at a time when many major exchanges were showing signs of stress from new interest.

Bitcoin 'Ought to Be Outlawed,' Economist Joseph Stiglitz Says

Bitcoin 'Ought to Be Outlawed,' Economist Joseph Stiglitz Says
Bitcoin "doesn’t serve any socially useful function," says Joseph Stiglitz, a former World Bank chief economist and onetime adviser to the U.S. president.

Tokenized Fund-of-Funds to Raise $100 Million Via ICO

Tokenized Fund-of-Funds to Raise $100 Million Via ICO
A new tokenized fund-of-funds was announced yesterday that aims to raise up to $100 million via an initial coin offering.

China State TV: OTC Bitcoin Platforms May Violate Regulation

China State TV: OTC Bitcoin Platforms May Violate Regulation
Commentary on China's state television suggests a ban on cryptocurrency trading platforms may extend further than startups originally thought.

Getting Started? Ether Sets New High Above $500

Getting Started? Ether Sets New High Above $500
Ethereum's native token is trading at all-time highs,

Wallet Demo Showcases Lightning-Like Network for Ethereum

Wallet Demo Showcases Lightning-Like Network for Ethereum
A Liquidity Network founder has demoed how an ethereum wallet could function using a new off-chain scaling solution.

Bitcoin Cash Plans to Increase Its Block Size, Again

Bitcoin Cash Plans to Increase Its Block Size, Again
Bitcoin cash could have its block size increased next year, according to an early roadmap from Bitcoin ABC.

Overstretched? Bitcoin Price on Shaky Ground After 1,000% Gains

Overstretched? Bitcoin Price on Shaky Ground After 1,000% Gains
Bitcoin prices are showing the first signs of bull market exhaustion, with several indicators suggesting overbought conditions.

Russian Central Bank Issues New Warning Against Cryptocurrencies

Russian Central Bank Issues New Warning Against Cryptocurrencies
Russia's central bank warned against investing in cryptocurrencies in its annual Financial Stability Report released Tuesday.

New Zealand Watchdog Warns Investors Over Marketplace ICO

New Zealand Watchdog Warns Investors Over Marketplace ICO
New Zealand's financial markets watchdog has warned citizens from investing in an initial coin offering for an online marketplace.

A New Blockchain ETF Is Up for SEC Approval

A New Blockchain ETF Is Up for SEC Approval
Horizons ETFs Management has filed for a new blockchain exchange-traded fund with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

ICO Mania Has Calmed Down a Bit – And That's Not So Bad

ICO Mania Has Calmed Down a Bit – And That's Not So Bad
While there's plenty of evidence that ICOs are alive and well, attitudes from investors and entrepreneurs appear to be hardening.

Credit for Cryptos: For Better (or Worse) Leverage Trading Is Arriving

Credit for Cryptos: For Better (or Worse) Leverage Trading Is Arriving
The arrival of institutional investors has created openings for services similar to the prime brokerage that banks have long provided to hedge funds.

It's Official: Bitcoin's Price Makes History Passing $10k

It's Official: Bitcoin's Price Makes History Passing $10k
The price of bitcoin has risen above $10,000 on CoinDesk's Bitcoin Price Index (BPI) for the first time. 

TechCrunch Founder Arrington Raising $100 Million Ripple Hedge Fund

TechCrunch Founder Arrington Raising $100 Million Ripple Hedge Fund
TechCrunch founder and Silicon Valley staple Michael Arrington has announced his newest venture – an XRP-denominated crypto hedge fund.

Bitcoin Cash Demand Shocked Us, Says Circle Trading Chief

Bitcoin Cash Demand Shocked Us, Says Circle Trading Chief
Representatives from several trading-oriented cryptocurrency firms took the stage at CoinDesk's Consensus: Invest event.

AlphaPoint Unveils New Blockchain Network, CEO Hire

AlphaPoint Unveils New Blockchain Network, CEO Hire
Blockchain software maker AlphaPoint has announced that it will create a new public network aimed at the digitization of real-world assets.

Bitcoin Wallet App Abra Announces Ethereum Integration

Bitcoin Wallet App Abra Announces Ethereum Integration
Abra is adding new features to its bitcoin wallet app, including support for ethereum.

Circle to Launch Cryptocurrency Investment App in 2018

Circle to Launch Cryptocurrency Investment App in 2018
Announced on Tuesday, Circle will be launching a digital investment and storage product for a variety of cryptocurrencies in 2018.

Japan's BitFlyer Launches Bitcoin Exchange in US Market

Japan's BitFlyer Launches Bitcoin Exchange in US Market
Japanese bitcoin exchange bitFlyer has officially launched in the US.

New Alliance Sets Out to Boost Blockchain Interoperability

New Alliance Sets Out to Boost Blockchain Interoperability
The companies behind three blockchain platforms have unveiled a new advocacy group focusing on interoperability between disparate networks.

XBRL Reporting Standard Co-Founder Joins Blockchain Startup

XBRL Reporting Standard Co-Founder Joins Blockchain Startup
Blockchain startup Auditchain has added the co-founder of a widely used business reporting standard to its leadership team.

Early Bitcoin Buyers Talk Bubbles and Origin Stories at Consensus: Invest

Early Bitcoin Buyers Talk Bubbles and Origin Stories at Consensus: Invest
Early buyers Glenn Hutchins and Mike Novogratz took the stage at CoinDesk's Consensus: Invest event today.

As Bitcoin Prices Soar, Forked Rivals Face Different Paths

As Bitcoin Prices Soar, Forked Rivals Face Different Paths
Bitcoin's stellar rally looks to have boosted its spin-offs bitcoin cash and bitcoin gold. But what lies ahead for the rival cryptocurrencies?

Libra Eyes Institutional Investors with Crypto Tax and Accounting App

Libra Eyes Institutional Investors with Crypto Tax and Accounting App
Blockchain startup Libra has unveiled a new compliance application for the institutional market, targeting businesses like crypto funds and exchanges.

Falling Dominoes? $10,000 Bitcoin Price Now Looks Inevitable

Falling Dominoes? $10,000 Bitcoin Price Now Looks Inevitable
Already over $10,000 in Asian markets, bitcoin looks set to pass the notable milestone across global exchanges very soon.

State of Blockchain Q3 2017: Crypto Assets, Battle Tested, Hit New Highs

State of Blockchain Q3 2017: Crypto Assets, Battle Tested, Hit New Highs
CoinDesk has released its latest quarterly report chronicling trends and data in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sector.

House of Lords Urges UK Government to Explore DLT Adoption

House of Lords Urges UK Government to Explore DLT Adoption
The U.K.'s House of Lords has released a report highlighting the opportunities for distributed ledger technologies across government services.

BBVA Blockchain Pilot Cuts Time for International Trade Transactions

BBVA Blockchain Pilot Cuts Time for International Trade Transactions
BBVA has utilized blockchain platform Waves to conduct a live international trade transaction trial between Spain and Mexico.

To the Moon? Time to Grow Up, Bitcoin

To the Moon? Time to Grow Up, Bitcoin
The immaturity of bitcoin’s investing culture constrains progress toward attaining the technology’s fundamental social value, Michael J. Casey writes.