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A single, long-dormant string of code, hidden deep within the original Bitcoin stack, can introduce a suite of new functionality that could potentially see the Bitcoin network rival Ethereum in terms of decentralized finance (DeFi) activity.  The upgrade is called “OP_CAT” (short for operation code concatenate) and refers to a few simple lines of code

With new laws on digital assets taking effect soon in Japan, a bitFlyer subsidiary started offering consulting on blockchain technology. 1401 Total views 51 Total shares One of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in Japan and one of the biggest Bitcoin brokers worldwide just announced their blockchain arm would be starting consulting services to address requests…

Grayscale Investments’ GBTC might be the absolute market leader but it is currently trading below fair value as the TSX Purpose Bitcoin ETF is seeing record inflows. 1381 Total views 7 Total shares Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ($GBTC) is currently the largest listed cryptocurrency asset with $30.17 billion in assets under management. The firm currently holds…

Much of the crypto market is bullish on Bitcoin, with Guggenheim Partners pricing the asset at $400,000. 2306 Total views 9 Total shares Bitcoin (BTC) has attracted a lot of proponents this year, with many folks expressing positive market sentiment following the asset’s recent rise to $20,000 and beyond. Not everyone is overly bullish though.Peter…

For several years, one of the biggest hurdles to blockchain adoption has concerned the fact that it’s a rather technical space. Experienced developers find it daunting to build decentralized apps using this technology. Meanwhile, consumers unaccustomed to tokens and crypto wallets often struggle with user interfaces that are far clunkier than what mainstream platforms provide.With…

The ASA said the Gale twins could not post the crypto ads “in the form complained about” again, but did not bar them from promoting digital assets in future advertisements. 69 Total views 12 Total shares The United Kingdom’s independent advertising regulator has upheld a complaint involving former reality show Love Island contestants Eve and…

Digital music store eMusic launched its eMU token to help musicians earn more royalties. 1642 Total views 51 Total shares Pioneering digital music store eMusic has launched its eMU token to help musicians earn more royalties.According to an announcement published by eMusic on May 26, the firm launched its token with the aim of creating…

Google has launched Gemini 1.5 Pro and Flash models, offering developers improved performance at a reduced cost.

The ripples of the Libra effect are beginning to lap against the shores of Europe, with French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire suggesting that Europe should throw its hat into the ring and launch its own digital currency. Le Maire’s announcement comes at a time when EU politicians are becoming increasingly vocal about Libra and…