cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency is a digital asset designed to work as a medium of exchange that uses strong cryptography to secure financial transactions, control the creation of additional units, and verify the transfer of assets.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

Ripple Prepares to Expand Payments Business in US
Ripple Prepares to Expand Payments Business in US
February 04, 2024  |  Blockchain

Ripple says it’s planning to expand its payments business in the U.S. Right now, 90% of the blockchain company’s business is based outside the U.S.,...

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Report: Identity Theft Indictments Include Conspirators in $400 Million FTX Hack
Report: Identity Theft Indictments Include Conspirators in $400 Million FTX Hack
February 02, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

Three individuals have been indicted for their involvement in an identity theft conspiracy, which reportedly included a $400 million hack of cryptocurrency exchange FTX. The...

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JPMorgan Raises Concerns About Tether’s Compliance, Transparency
JPMorgan Raises Concerns About Tether’s Compliance, Transparency
February 01, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Tether is making headlines in the cryptocurrency market as its USDT token approaches $100 billion in market capitalization, the largest on the market.  While this milestone signifies Tether’s...

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Bitpay Climbs Two Spots in PYMNTS Provider Ranking of Crypto Wallet Apps
Bitpay Climbs Two Spots in PYMNTS Provider Ranking of Crypto Wallet Apps
February 01, 2024  |  Crypto Wallet

If you’re looking for a place to store your crypto, PYMNTS’ Provider Ranking of Cryptocurrency Wallets can help. Each month, PYMNTS uses metrics such as...

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Tether Says USDT Market Cap Climbs Toward $100 Billion
Tether Says USDT Market Cap Climbs Toward $100 Billion
January 31, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Tether, issuer of USDT stablecoin, says its flagship digital asset is worth nearly $100 billion. The company on Wednesday (Jan. 31) released earnings showing that...

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FTX Drops Plans to Resurrect Fallen Crypto Exchange
FTX Drops Plans to Resurrect Fallen Crypto Exchange
January 31, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

FTX reportedly hopes to pay back as many of its customers as it can. However, the advisers overseeing the cryptocurrency firm’s bankruptcy have no plans to...

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Huobi and OKEx Gain Most Points in Provider Ranking of Crypto Apps
Huobi and OKEx Gain Most Points in Provider Ranking of Crypto Apps
January 31, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

In the world of digital money, cryptocurrency can get a little confusing. If you need help navigating bitcoin, PYMNTS can guide the way via the...

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Ripple Co-Founder Chris Larsen Reports Personal XRP Accounts Hacked
Ripple Co-Founder Chris Larsen Reports Personal XRP Accounts Hacked
January 31, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Ripple Co-founder and Executive Chairman Chris Larsen said Wednesday (Jan. 31) that some of his personal XRP accounts were hacked on Tuesday (Jan. 30). He...

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Transak Joins Visa Direct for Simpler Crypto-to-Fiat Payments
Transak Joins Visa Direct for Simpler Crypto-to-Fiat Payments
January 30, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Transak, a Web3 payments infrastructure provider, is now a part of Visa Direct. The partnership, announced Tuesday (Jan. 30), marks “a significant milestone by enabling users...

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