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What are Stablecoin: The Complete Guide For Beginners

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Stablecoin is the new set of digital currency gaining traction in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. To tackle the wild volatility of the cryptocurrency market and achieving mainstream adoption, the rise of stablecoin has exploded. The term stable coin may seem new to many investors, crypto traders, and blockchain enthusiast, this guide, however, attempt to introduce you to the concept of stablecoin and how they work What Are Stablecoin Stablecoins as the name suggests, are cryptocurrencies that attempt to…

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DID YOU KNOW? A Crypto Facts & Gist Section

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Ethereum Hotel: There is a newly launched hotel in China named the ‘Ethereum Hotel’. The hotel is located at the National Scenic Area of China’s Sichuan province (Western China) and is the first hotel in the country to publicly accept cryptocurrency payments. As an incentive to crypto users and customers, the hotel offers discounts on payments for services made with cryptocurrency (Ethereum). On their first visit, customers are welcomed by the sight of a big…

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HTC Announces Blockchain Phone; Buyable Only With Cryptocurrency

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HTC, popular Taiwan-based mobile phone brand and pioneer developers of virtual head gears for video games; has made public its plan to launch a Blockchain-powered phone. The new smartphone is quoted by many as part of the company’s plans to ride on the cryptocurrency hype and regain relevance after selling most of its stake to Google last year. The blockchain powered smartphone named HTC Exodus 1 is available for pre-order and will ship to customers…

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NEWSFLASH: Bitfinex Suspends Fiat Deposits amid Bitcoin Sell-Off

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Bitfinex, British based crypto exchange has temporarily paused EUR, USD, JPY and GBP fiat deposits on all trade accounts linked to its platform; although customers believe trade will normalize within the week. Last week, online rumours had surfaced claiming that Bitfinex exchange is ‘insolvent’ especially as its banking partner Noble Bank International had been put up for sale; a report which the exchange representatives described as fictitious while denying the claims. According to their publication in…

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Alibaba Group CEO: “I Pay Attention to Blockchain and Bitcoin”

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Alibaba Group Chairman and CEO of China’s $150 billion financial conglomerate- Ant Financial; Jack Ma has said in a recent speech that he pays special attention to Bitcoin and Blockchain technology, and the potential of establishing a cashless society. Despite China’s tight regulations on blockchain and cryptocurrencies, interest of major industry stakeholders in the crypto industry still remains high. The CEO remarked that he is still studying the fundamental value of Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies as…

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Soulja Boy Speaks About Bitcoin Gains in New Rap Album; Titles Track ‘Bitcoin’

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Soulja Boy, popular American rapper with a huge fan base has released a new album titled Young Drako. The album which features traditional rap tracks and other artiste collaborations; also features a major talking point; with one track off the album titled ‘Bitcoin’. The track titled Bitcoin, focuses on the artists’ love for cryptocuerrency as well as an insight into his purported success while making money as a trader. The song was uploaded yesterday on…

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SWELL 2018: Bill Clinton Endorses Crypto and Blockchain Technology; Warns Lawmakers against Stiff Regulations

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Bill Clinton, a popular and former U.S. President took the stage as the keynote speaker at the Swell conference organized by Ripple where he aired his views regarding the cryptocurrency industry, blockchain technology and his opinions on current market regulations. During the event held in San Francisco, President Clinton who was joined by former white house adviser Gene Sperling; gave his seal of approval to crypto as he advised lawmakers against seeking to overly regulate…

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Malta: The New Haven for Blockchain and Crypto Projects

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Over the past months and at present, the tiny European nation of Malta (smallest EU member and Island) has become a mainstream attraction and hub for cryptocurrency activities. This revelation comes with a host of activities which evidently prove this point; from favourable crypto legislation, government backing, Blockchain technology utility and influx of crypto firms, crypto real estate buys and much more; the nation looks set to be the World’s foremost and most friendly cryptocurrency…

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North Korea Set to Host its First-Ever International Crypto Conference

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North Korea is set to join an elite group of world countries looking towards the crypto sphere as it prepares to host its first ever International Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Conference. The conference which is slated for October 1 to 3, 2018 will play host to Cryptocurrency and Blockchain experts, professionals and industry leaders from around the world in the capital city of Pyongyang. Through the event, North Korea is widely expected to exhibit its Blockchain…

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eToro Signs Contractual Advertising Deal with Seven Premier League Clubs

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Popular Isreal-based cryptocurrency trading platform, eToro has penned an advertising sponsorship deal with seven (7) English top flight teams. The partnered teams; Brighton & Hove Albion, Leicester City, Tottenham Hotspur, Cardiff City, Crystal palace, Newcastle united and Southampton have all signed to host eToro advertisements during club matches and other engagements. According to reports, payments related to this partnership deal were fully paid in Bitcoin to all respective clubs and same will be done for…

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