Latest from Pete Rizzo
Ex-JPMorgan Strategist: Euro Collapse Will Fuel Bitcoin's Growth
The owner of a bitcoin investment fund is arguing investors should begin preparing for the "death of the euro" following last week's 'Brexit'.
Needham: 'Brexit' Boosts Bitcoin Price, But Too Early to Call it a Safe Haven
A new research note from Needham & Company asserts it might be too early to call bitcoin a “safe haven” asset.
BNP Paribas Lab to Focus on Distributed Ledgers
BNP Paribas Securities Services has announced a new innovation lab that will focus on big data and distributed ledger tech.
Bitcoin Price Spikes to $650 as Outlook Shifts for ‘Brexit’
The price of bitcoin is rising at press time, passing the $650 mark just a day after dropping to a weekly low of $550.
Mizuho Tests Digital Currency-Powered Settlement
Built in partnership with IBM Mizuho Financial Group announced today that it has tested the use of a token-based blockchain settlement system.
Colu Raises $9.6 Million to Promote Blockchain-Based Local Currencies
Tel Aviv-based blockchain startup Colu has raised $9.6m amid a shift in its business model to local currency issuance.
Bitcoin Price Drops Below $600 As ‘Brexit’ Hopes Falter
The price of bitcoin fell $100 during a five-hour span today, dropping 15% over the current session as macroeconomic worries faded.
Blockchain Startup Circle Raises $60 Million Amid China Expansion
Blockchain-based social payments app Circle has raised $60m in new funding as it expands to China.
Hyperledger Blockchain Project Grows to 44 Members
The Linux Foundation-led Hyperledger project has added seven new members to its open-source "business blockchain" effort.
Ripple Adds 7 New Financial Institutions as Tech Partners
San Francisco-based distributed ledger tech provider Ripple has added seven partner financial institutions.
