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Ethereum Software Upgrade Activated; Ether Reverses Losses, Trades Up

Ethereum Software Upgrade Activated; Ether Reverses Losses, Trades Up

Ethereum, the second-largest blockchain network, went through a major software upgrade on Thursday, which is expected to stabilize transaction fees and reduce supply of the ether token.

Submitted by Reuters on, Aug/05/2021

California Fintech, Founders Settle SEC Crypto Fraud Claims

California Fintech, Founders Settle SEC Crypto Fraud Claims

The SEC said in filings in Los Angeles federal court on Wednesday that Uulala Inc and founders Oscar Garcia and Matthew Loughran raised $9 million from investors between 2017 and 2019 through an unregistered initial coin offering.

Submitted by Reuters on, Aug/05/2021

Bitcoin Ecosystem Rallies to Repel Doomed Re-Org Attacks

Bitcoin Ecosystem Rallies to Repel Doomed Re-Org Attacks

The attacks work like this: a miner accumulates hash power and creates a chain of competing BSV blocks in secret, which contain transactions written to benefit the attacker, such as by double-spending BSV by appearing to deposit it into an exchange wallet.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/05/2021

CoinGeek is Coming to the Big Apple

CoinGeek is Coming to the Big Apple

The eighth installment of the CoinGeek Conference series will take place at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel, October 5-7.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/02/2021

What Do Broken Down McDonald's Milkshake Machines Have to Do With a Bitcoin Mastercard Conspiracy?

If franchisees want to switch solutions, the only option that the parent corporation allows is to switch to a software “upgrade” called “Powerhouse Dynamics,” which is owned by the parent company of Taylor, so you can't really escape the system.  Enter Mastercard's similar setup with Bitcoin.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Jul/29/2021

The Crypto Beat - July 28, 2021: Bitcoin Crosses Over $40K Again

The Crypto Beat - July 28, 2021: Bitcoin Crosses Over $40K Again

Plus EU’s ban on anonymous digital currency transfers—a deep dive....cryptocurrency won't be so anonymous any more. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/28/2021

Bloomberg: DOJ Probing Tether of Bank Fraud

Bloomberg: DOJ Probing Tether of Bank Fraud

A U.S. probe into Tether, a digital token widely used to trade Bitcoin, is looking into whether executives behind the digital token committed bank fraud, a potential criminal case that would have broad implications for the cryptocurrency market, according to a report filed by Bloomberg News Monday morning.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/26/2021

BlockFi Ordered to Cease and Desist in NJ

BlockFi Ordered to Cease and Desist in NJ

The New Jersey Bureau of Securities has ordered financial services platform BlockFi to stop accepting and offering customers of interest-bearing accounts.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/26/2021

Forever Playboy

Playboy has long been synonymous with beautiful and sexy women from all parts of the world. In the early days of magazines to today’s digital features, these women are saluted for sharing their voluptuous bodies with adoring fans. Many girls have dreamed of becoming a Playboy Playmate however that distinction is reserved for a limited few. Perhaps one of the reasons so many aspire to become one is because it lasts a lifetime.  

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Jul/26/2021

Tether Execs Bat Away CNBC Questions on USDT’s Lack of Transparency

Tether Execs Bat Away CNBC Questions on USDT’s Lack of Transparency

CNBC TechCheck’s Deirdre Bosa chatted with Tether’s CTO Paolo Ardoino and General Counsel Stuart Hoegner about the company role in crypto and the future of stablecoins.   It didn't exactly go over very well, as noted by Steven Stradbrooke of CoinGeek.com.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/23/2021

CoinGeek New York Will Take Place at The Sheraton, Times Square (October 5-7, 2021)

CoinGeek New York Will Take Place at The Sheraton, Times Square

The eighth installment of the CoinGeek Conference series will take place at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel, October 5-7. The conference will allow over 2,000 people to the Times Square event!

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/21/2021

McAfee Broke, Spent Millions on Whacky Compounds

Plus The CoinGeek Pulse Episode 52: UN commission warns El Salvador on BTC, TikTok banks crypto promotions, and Satoshi Block Dojo’s quest for BSV ideas

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/19/2021

BSV Network Attacked: CoinGeek Explains What Happened

BSV Network Attacked: CoinGeek Explains What Happened

The BSV Network has come under attack in recent weeks, more specifically June 24, 2021 and then again on July 1, 6 and 9.  This is likely to become a trend targetting all blockchain networks and crypto sites.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/15/2021

Powell Says a Fed Digital Currency Could Undercut Need for Cryptocurrencies

Powell Says a Fed Digital Currency Could Undercut Need for Cryptocurrencies

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday said one of the stronger arguments for the U.S. central bank to set up a digital currency is that it could undercut the need for private alternatives such as cryptocurrencies and stablecoins.

Submitted by Reuters on, Jul/14/2021

Ethereum’s Virgil Griffith Violates Bail

Ethereum’s Virgil Griffith Violates Bail

Plus BSV a boon for advertising and affiliate marketing

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/12/2021

Choosing an Online Crypto Casino: A Look at 5 Questions to Consider

Choosing an Online Crypto Casino: A Look at 5 Questions to Consider

The popularity of bitcoin has continued to soar over the last few year, and from the looks of things, there is simply no slowing down or stopping. The decision to invest in bitcoin is a big one, and so is the one to get into online gambling.  Now put the two together, and you are opening yourself up to a world of opportunities, not just to have fun with the gambling, if the odds are on your side, you may be able to reap big. 

Submitted by Payton on, Jul/08/2021

UFC Inks $175 Million Crypto Deal, Its Largest Sponsorship Ever

UFC Inks $175 Million Crypto Deal, Its Largest Sponsorship Ever

UFC has inked a 10-year, $175 million partnership with cryptocurrency marketplace Crypto.com, thought to be the biggest sponsorship in the promotion’s history.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/07/2021

Victoria Lace: Blonde Bombshells in Real Life and NFT

What happens when you mix a photo shoot of a beautiful bikini model with a company that also knows their way around the world of digital assets? You end up with some amazing photos, video, and one of the coolest pixelated NFTs available. 

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Jul/07/2021

FYX Gaming Uses NFTs to Provide Immutable Data to eSports, Betting Platforms

FYX Gaming Uses NFTs to Provide Immutable Data to eSports, Betting Platforms

On this episode of Hashing it Out, CEO and founder Adam Kling and CTO and Chief Architect David Case talk about FYX Gaming (formerly known as Kronoverse)—an esports platform, portal and marketplace built on the BSV blockchain.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/06/2021

The Crypto Beat - July 3, 2021: DotWallet, BitBoss Partner to Grow iGaming Offerings in BSV Ecosystem

The Crypto Beat - July 3, 2021: DotWallet, BitBoss Partner to Grow iGaming Offerings in BSV Ecosystem

Plus Bitcoin mining just got way easier and more profitable and USDC on Tron Blockchain Surpasses $100M 2 Days After Public Unveiling

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/03/2021

Wright v Cøbra: How Satoshi Took Back the Bitcoin White Paper From BTC

Wright v Cøbra: How Satoshi Took Back the Bitcoin White Paper From BTC

As we reported on Gambling911.com this week, Dr Craig Wright, believed to be a founder of the cryptocurrency Bitcoin, was awarded a default judgment Monday in his copyright infringement action against ‘Cøbra’. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/01/2021

Codebase Technologies Partners With Capital Bank Group to Build New Regional Digital Bank

Capital Bank Group selects Codebase Technologies to build and launch its first fully digital bank in Jordan and Iraq. The strategic partnership will enrich Capital Bank Group’s digital offering to its retail and corporate clientele.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jun/30/2021

Another Mysterious Death in the World of Crypto in Just Days

Another Mysterious Death in the World of Crypto in Just Days

The Bitcoin pioneer who was believed to own over $1 billion in the cyptrocurrency and considered one of the asset’s larger single-holders, died off the coast of Costa Rica, apparently from  at Playa Hermosa de Garabito, Puntarenas, in Costa Rica.  Plus Morgan Stanley Buys Over 28,000 Shares of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust and Bitstocks CEO Michael Hudson & Vaionex CEO Robin Kohze discuss why it’s up to the entrepreneurs now to go out and build on top of the platform, to see it reaching its full potential.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/29/2021

Craig Wright Awarded Default Judgment in First Bitcoin White Paper Lawsuit

Dr Craig Wright, believed to be a founder of the cryptocurrency Bitcoin, was awarded a default judgment Monday in his copyright infringement action against ‘Cøbra’.  The mysterious company, which operates the Bitcoin.org website,  against had previously missed a deadline to respond last month.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/28/2021

Binance Banned in UK

Binance Banned in UK

One of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, Binance, has been banned in the United Kingdom effective Sunday June 27, 2021.

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Britain's financial watchdog, the Financial Conduct Authority, cited the company's inability to curtail money laundering and fraud.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jun/27/2021

The Future of Crypto Gaming is Here With CHIPZ Sports Betting Platform

The Future of Crypto Gaming is Here With CHIPZ Sports Betting Platform

Cryptocurrency going mainstream over the last couple of years has seen the online betting, gambling, and casino industry jump on the blockchain tech wagon. Yes, this should help keep bookmakers honest and ensure fair betting, but how about a platform that utilizes blockchain to take online staking to the next level by letting you become an independent bookmaker. Enter  Chipz.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jun/26/2021

McAfee Conspiracy Theories Get Boost From Bizarre Instagram Post Tied to QAnon

McAfee Conspiracy Theories Get Boost From Bizarre Instagram Post Tied to QAnon

Plus anti-money laundering a digital currency priority for US Treasury nominee and man refuses to unload his Dogecoin after losing millionaire status.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/25/2021

John McAfee, Creator of Anti-Virus Software, Crypto Advocate Found Dead

John McAfee, the antivirus software pioneer whose former company still bears his name, has been indicted on fraud and money-laundering conspiracy charges stemming from two cryptocurrency schemes, the U.S. Justice Department said on Friday.

Submitted by Reuters on, Jun/23/2021

Bitcoin Decline Continues on News of Ongoing China Crackdown

Bitcoin Decline Continues on News of Ongoing China Crackdown

Bitcoin on Tuesday fell below $30,000 for the first time since January, adding to losses sparked a day earlier when China's central bank deepened a crackdown on cryptocurrencies.

Submitted by Reuters on, Jun/22/2021

Ayre Working With Environmental Groups for BSV to Make Positive Impact

Ayre Working With Environmental Groups for BSV to Make Positive Impact

CoinGeek producer, Charles Miller welcomes you to the first episode of CoinGeek TV live from CoinGeek Zurich. I

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/22/2021

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