Wikileaks to Accept Additional Cryptocurrencies for Donations
Julian Assange stated in a Tweet that Wikileaks is seeking to add new cryptocurrencies in the future after FPF announced the closure of its support.
Think Tank Links Rising Bitcoin Price to Terrorist Use
The increased price of bitcoin appears to be luring terrorist fundraising efforts, in spite of the risks of being discovered.
Bitcoin Likely to Become 'Niche' Product, Says ING's Top Economist
The chief economist for Dutch banking giant ING believes bitcoin will likely wind up as a niche financial product, according to a new report.
Denmark Could Tap Blockchain For Foreign Aid Delivery, Says Report
Denmark's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has released a new report on the applicability of blockchain to foreign aid.
Saudi, UAE Central Banks Team Up to Test Cryptocurrency
The central banks of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are reportedly testing a new cryptocurrency for cross-border payments.
Japan's GMO Internet to Roll Out Bitcoin Payroll System
Japanese internet giant GMO revealed yesterday that it soon allow staff to receive some of their salary in bitcoin.
Craigslist Sellers Can Now Request Cryptocurrency Payments
Online classifieds marketplace Craigslist has added a feature that lets users specify that they accept cryptocurrency payments.
Microlending Startups Look to Blockchain for Loans
Blockchain is now being touted as a way to revive a long-promised method of boosting financial access for the underbanked.
Steam Drops Bitcoin Payments Citing High Fees and Price Volatility
The popular online gaming platform Steam is dropping its bitcoin payments option more than a year after it first began accepting the cryptocurrency.
Mobile Banking App Revolut Adds Litecoin, Ether Trading
Revolut's mobile app, which allows users to make payments using a debit card or bitcoin, is adding support for litecoin and ethereum.
