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Digital Currency Revolution
Digital currency or digital money is an Internet-based medium of exchange distinct from physical (such as banknotes and coins) that exhibits properties similar to physical currencies, but allows for instantaneous transactions and borderless transfer-of-ownership. Like traditional money these currencies may be used to buy physical goods and services but could also be restricted to certain communities such as for example for use inside an on-line game or social network. In this series, we cover stories and provide insightful analysis of the digital currencies such as bitcoin with no central point of control over the money supply.

Digital Currency Revolution

Initial Coin Offering Series

Blockchain Revolution Series

South Korea's National Assembly to discuss blockchain, cryptocurrencies and ICOs during extraordinary session

Aug 21, 2018 03:28 am UTC| Digital Currency

Amid recent governmental efforts to foster blockchain ecosystem in South Korea, an extraordinary session of the countrys National Assembly has commenced which will focus on the emerging blockchain and cryptocurrency...

Digital Currency Revolution

Leading cryptocurrency exchanges join Virtual Commodity Association Working Group

Aug 20, 2018 13:57 pm UTC| Digital Currency

Leading cryptocurrency exchange platforms have joined the Virtual Commodity Association (VCA) working group. In March, Gemini proposed setting up an industry-sponsored self-regulatory organization (SRO) for the U.S....

Digital Currency Revolution

FxWirePro: ETH/USD fails to hold above 300, good to go short on rallies

Aug 20, 2018 11:38 am UTC| Digital Currency Technicals

(Refer ETH/USD chart on Trading View) ETH/USD surged to 322 levels on August 18, but failed to hold its strength above the 300 mark. It is currently trading at 290 levels at the time of writing (Coinbase). On the...

Digital Currency Revolution

Multi-asset investment platform eToro adds support for IOTA

Aug 20, 2018 10:56 am UTC| Digital Currency

Global investment platform eToro has announced that it has added support for IOTA, bringing the total number of cryptoassets available on its platform to 12. IOTA is currently the eleventh most popular cryptocurrency by...

Digital Currency Revolution

FxWirePro: BTC/USD extends consolidation, further bullishness only on decisive break above 2h 200-SMA

Aug 20, 2018 07:29 am UTC| Digital Currency Technicals

(Refer BTC/USD chart on Trading View) BTC/USD continues to struggle for a decisive break above 6500 levels. The pair is currently trading at 6442 levels at the time of writing (Bitstamp). On the upside, a decisive...

Digital Currency Revolution

How modern crypto exchanges protect users deposits

Aug 20, 2018 03:57 am UTC| Digital Currency

Cryptocurrency trading is becoming more and more popular with joint crypto trading volume exceeding billions of dollars. Just imagine all this money being moved, exchanged, transformed... And almost all of it is in...

Digital Currency Revolution

Blockchain Revolution Series

Digital Currency and Blockchain Weekly Round-up – August 17th, 2018

Aug 17, 2018 12:09 pm UTC| Digital Currency

South Korea to raise investment in big data, blockchain and sharing economy to over 1 trillion won in 2019 The South Korean government has announced its big investment plans for blockchain and other cutting-edge...

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Economy

JGBs remain narrowly mixed in muted trading ahead of July national core CPI, FOMC meeting minutes

Japanese government bonds remained narrowly mixed Tuesday amid a muted trading session that witnessed data of little economic significance. Investors will now remain focussed on the countrys national consumer price...

Australian bonds fall across the curve as U.S.-China trade talks lift investors’ risk appetite

Australian bonds fell across the curve during early Asian session Tuesday as investors risk appetite recovered following the U.S.-China trade talks, lifting the 10-year yield from this years low seen yesterday. The...

Cryptocurrency Brief: Bitcoin tests $6,500 mark, Chinese regulators arrest 3 in $87 mln digital theft, Ethereum’s Lubin views bearishness as no hurdle to growth – Monday, August 20th, 2018

BTC/USD: Bitcoin prices, once again disappointed market participants is testing the $6,500 mark during European session Monday after Chinese regulators have arrested three individuals found accused and guilty for $87...

Crypto Currency Brief: Bitcoin rises for third straight day, HK-based Okex delists Altcoin pairs, EOS/USD breaches previous support – Friday, August 17th, 2018

BTC/USD: Bitcoin prices remained on the upside for the third consecutive day, trying to overcome the losses made last week, but failed to catch the $6,500 mark. Further, the past 24 hours witnessed a 50 percent jump in...

German bunds surge after Turkey’s political crisis worsens; Eurozone July CPI remains unchanged

The German bunds surged during European session Friday after Turkeys political crisis worsened, with the United States threatening to impose higher economic sanctions if the former refuses to set free a detained American...

Politics

Abbott and Turnbull shape up for another round of an old battle

The Coalition party room on Tuesday is set for a high stakes, quite personal battle between Tony Abbott and Malcolm Turnbull over the National Energy Guarantee, with former and current prime ministers shaping up on...

Immigration activists fighting to abolish ICE have a bigger vision

Theres a phrase being thrown around a lot these days: Abolish ICE. Its a hashtag, its used in political speeches and demonstrations, and it appears all over Facebook. What does it mean and where did it come from? ICE...

A socialist's primary win doesn't herald a workers revolution in the US

Anyone anticipating a golden dawn of Marxist-Leninist communism soon in the United States might have to wait a while longer perhaps forever. The surprise victory of socialist Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez over longtime...

Kabila's decision to step aside won't change the DRC's power dynamics

The ruling party in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), The Peoples Party for Reconciliation and Democracy, made an announcement recently that took everybody by surprise that Joseph Kabila will not be its...

'Conservative turn' will continue in Indonesian presidential election next year

The recent announcement of President Joko Jokowi Widodos running mate in his re-election bid suggests the continued strong influence of conservative groups over politics in the worlds largest Muslim population. A...

Science

The world of plastics, in numbers

From its early beginnings during and after World War II, the commercial industry for polymers long chain synthetic molecules of which plastics are a common misnomer has grown rapidly. In 2015, over 320 million tons of...

How biobanks can help improve the integrity of scientific research

Biobanks are repositories which receive, store, process and disseminate specimens. These include DNA derived from humans and animals; bacterial strains; and environmental samples like plants and soil. Biobanks also provide...

Jupiter's magnetic fields may stop its wind bands from going deep into the gas giant

One of the most striking features of Jupiter a gaseous giant with no solid surface is the coloured bands that encircle the planet. These bands are so large and distinct that they can be seen from here on Earth using a...

Chemistry kits can help teachers ignite the spark of science

When it comes to physical sciences, South Africas pupils lag far behind their peers in other countries. The World Economic Forum ranked South Africa at 128 of 137 countries in math and science education in its most recent...

How ancient cultures explained comets and meteors

Comets and meteors have fascinated the human race since they were first spotted in the night sky. But without science and space exploration to aid understanding of what these chunks of rock and ice are, ancient cultures...

Technology

‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ Release Date, Features: Rockstar Games Launches ‘Collector’s Box’ with Exclusive Items, Except the Game Itself

As the launch of Red Dead Redemption 2 draws near, more and more purchase options and items are being announced by Rockstar Games. The latest is the Collectors Box with an array of exclusive physical items, except for the...

‘The Sims 5’ Release Date, Features: Title Up for 2019 Announcement, 2020 Release?; Fans Hope to Explore Open World with Cars

Electronic Arts (EA) and Maxis are yet to confirm the existence of The Sims 5. But many fans are already speculating that the fifth main title installment could be announced in 2019 and will be released in 2020. In...

‘PUBG' Mobile Season 3 Release Date, Gears, Rewards: Number of Free Emoticons Revealed

PUBG Mobile Season 3 is expected to roll out this week and fans of the shooting game cant wait for the latest update to drop. Game developer Tencent will be adding a few more features in the game that players can look...

‘Kingdom Hearts 3’ Release Date, Gameplay, Rankings: Title Earns No. 1 Spot on Famitsu Chart

Kingdom Hearts 3 has knocked Final Fantasy 7 Remake out of its number one spot on the Famitsu leaderboard, Gamit Bolt reported. Famitsu is a video game magazine in Japan and is considered to be one of the most widely read...

South Korea’s Chuncheon city partners with blockchain startup Swytch to reduce carbon footprint

Chuncheon, the capital of Gangwon Province in South Korea, is collaborating with Austin-based blockchain startup Swytch to reduce carbon emissions and drive economic and environmental sustainability in the city. Founded...

Digital Currency

MetLife trials blockchain-based automated health insurance solution

Bitcoin Price Drifts in Sideway Trend as ProShares BTC Futures Based ETF Proposal Under SEC Scrutiny

Shanghai Stock Exchange and insurance industry players partner to tap blockchain potential

Law

How contracts drawn up as comic strips are being put to use in South Africa

Who gets the frozen embryos in the divorce?

What is insider trading, the crime Rep. Chris Collins was charged with?

Life

Saudi women can drive, but are their voices being heard?

The start of high school doesn't have to be stressful

Music hasn't had a defining #MeToo moment ... yet

Nature

What elephants' unique brain structures suggest about their mental abilities

Evolution is getting a rethink after scientists take a closer look at Earth's first animals

How 'Big History' can save the world

Sports

Carmelo Anthony Latest Update: Will the Ex-Thunder Star Clash Again with Previous Coach Mike D’Antoni?

Kawhi Leonard Latest Update: Bruce Bowen Fired by Clippers After Criticizing Ex-Spurs Superstar in Interview

Michael Schumacher Health Update: F1 Star Still Bedridden, Son Mick Follows in His Footsteps with First F3 Win

Technical Analysis

FxWirePro: Nikkei trades higher on hopes of easing trade tension, good to buy on dips

FxWirePro: AUD/USD extends upside for 4th straight session, breaks above 21-EMA, bias higher

FxWirePro: NZD/USD extends grind along 5-DMA, on track to test 21-EMA, stay long

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S.AFRICA'S RAND FIRMS MORE THAN 1 PCT TO 14.3750 AS U.S. PRESIDENT TRUMP'S CENTRAL BANK CRITICISM HURT DOLLAR
2018-08-21 06:02:48
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GERMAN BUND FUTURES OPEN 13 TICKS LOWER AT 163.6
2018-08-21 06:01:45
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SWITZERLAND JUL 2018 TRADE DECREASE TO 2255 CHF VS PREV 2559 CHF (REVISED FROM 2591 CHF)
2018-08-21 06:00:12
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TOKYO'S NIKKEI AVERAGE UNOFFICIALLY CLOSES UP 0.09 PCT AT 22,219.73
2018-08-21 06:00:05
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AUSTRALIA'S S&P/ASX 200 INDEX UNOFFICALLY CLOSES DOWN 0.93 PCT AT 6,286.20 POINTS
2018-08-21 05:54:40
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TAIWAN STOCKS CLOSE UP 0.9 PCT AT 10,792.20 POINTS
2018-08-21 05:54:16
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EURO GAINS MORE THAN 0.5 PCT VERSUS DOLLAR
2018-08-21 05:53:56
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AUSTRALIA'S PRIME MINISTER MALCOLM TURNBULL SURVIVES OPPOSITION NO CONFIDENCE MOTION IN PARLIAMENT
2018-08-21 04:42:33
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AUSTRALIAN STOCKS FALL MORE THAN 1 PCT TO 6,279.500, BIGGEST INTRADAY PCT DROP IN 5 MONTHS
2018-08-21 04:30:04
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NETHERLANDS JUN 2018 CONSUMER SPENDING VOLUME INCREASE TO 2.8 % VS PREV 1.9 %
2018-08-21 04:30:03
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NETHERLANDS AUG 2018 CONSUMER CONFIDENCE ADJ DECREASE TO 21 DIFF.IDX VS PREV 23 DIFF.IDX
2018-08-21 03:46:29
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INDIA'S BSE INDEX HITS RECORD HIGH IN PRE-OPEN TRADE SURPASSING PREVIOUS MILESTONE ON AUG 20 2018
2018-08-21 03:46:19
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INDIA'S NSE INDEX HITS RECORD HIGH IN PRE-OPEN TRADE SURPASSING PREVIOUS MILESTONE ON AUG 20 2018
2018-08-21 03:36:48
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JAPAN 20-YEAR JGB AUCTION BID-TO-COVER RATIO 4.66
2018-08-21 03:36:38
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JAPAN 20-YEAR JGB AUCTION LOWEST PRICE 98.0500, AVERAGE PRICE 98.1000, BIDS ACCEPTED AT LOWEST PRICE 15.0048 PCT
2018-08-21 03:32:23
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INDIAN RUPEE RISES FURTHER TO 69.60/DLR FROM 69.69 AT OPEN
2018-08-21 03:32:08
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INDIA CENBANK SAYS BANKS' CASH BALANCES 4.75 TRLN RUPEES ON AUG 14
2018-08-21 03:31:57
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INDIA CENBANK SAYS BANKS' CASH BALANCES 4.69 TRLN RUPEES ON AUG 13
2018-08-21 03:31:48
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INDIA GOVT SURPLUS CASH BALANCE WITH RBI FOR AUCTION WAS NIL AS ON AUG 20 – CENBANK
2018-08-21 03:31:39
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INDIA CENBANK SAYS AUG 20 REFINANCE 23.88 BLN RUPEES
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Bitcoin volatility intensifies as price oscillates between 5.7k- 11.7k on lingering optimism of SEC’s ETF approval – Stay long hedge in CME futures

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FxWirePro: EUR/USD faces strong resistance at 10- day MA, good to buy on dips

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