Cointelligence Blog
Bankera acquires Pacific Private Bank to provide digital bank
Bankera is more than just a traditional cryptocurrency exchange, or a wallet service. Bankera has just acquired the Pacific Private Bank (PPB) in an attempt to become a worldwide all-in-one banking solution.
South Korean cryptocurrency regulatory advisor found dead
A sudden twist has just occurred in the South Korean cryptocurrency regulation episode, as a government official, who was responsible for formulating cryptocurrency regulations, was found dead at his home.
Ethereum founder warns of crypto's volatility, sparking investor rage
Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum's founder, ignited a wave of controversy when he tweeted a few days ago that cryptocurrencies could lose all their value at any time.
Anonymous buyer makes millions of dollars worth of bitcoin purchase
An anonymous whale has just invested more than $400 million to buy around 9,600 bitcoins. The news of this purchase is all over the social media and is reflecting how investors are confident that bitcoin has big potential in 2018.
ODEM, the first decentralized education platform, launches crowdsale
The blockchain technology is revolutionizing every walk of life, even the education sector. ODEM.IO is the latest blockchain based company that aims to provide a revolutionary education platform, facilitating easy learning..
Poland secretly paid YouTubers to attack cryptocurrencies
The National Bank of Poland paid influential YouTubers more than $22,000 to slam cryptocurrency investing and use.
In plot twist, Visa admits culpability in Coinbase overcharges
Coinbase blamed Visa for dozens of double charges against their users, something which Visa denied. Now, the credit giant is taking responsibility, but why did this happen now?
A blockchain-backed bar launched to revolutionize the alcohol industry
QYKBAR is a new startup that has announced a blockchain-based service. It will basically provide its customers with a cloud based bar, which will allow them to consume their drinks in any of the affiliated bars and pay with crypto.
GRAFT Point of Sale network aims to mainstream cryptocurrency
GRAFT is building a blockchain based network geared specifically to Point of Sale (POS) transactions with cryptocurrencies. GRAFT has successfully raised $6 million by selling 22 million tokens via the company's ICO.
Bitmessage under attack by hackers
Hackers have deployed a malware attack on Bitmessage, a Peer-to-Peer communications protocol. In order to protect users wallets and cryptocurrency funds, they are encouraged to download an updated version of the software, as well as change their passwords and keys.
