Iyke Aru

Facebook joins the litany of institutions and authorities that are restricting the non-regulated activities surrounding cryptocurrencies, as the world's most popular social network has just banned ads related to ICOs and cryptocurrencies in general.

In an eventful year, the crypto industry has risen against several stumbling blocks as they have turned out to become platforms for publicity and awareness. However the industry capacity suggests more eventful seasons ahead as disruption continues.

Cryptocurrency prices can be affected by many factors including news, pump and dump schemes, deliberate actions and others; however, demand levels are by the most powerful influential affecting prices of various coins.

The gradual acceptance of the disruptive technology is evident in the actions of governments and institutions that are showing significant signs of adoption. A very obvious example can be seen in Gibraltar’s draft regulations for blockchain startups.