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Circle Inks Bank Deal With Barclays After UK Regulator Approval
Bitcoin wallet startup Circle has been granted an electronic money license from a top UK financial regulator.
Bitcoin Trading Platform ZeroBlock to Close
Bitcoin trading platform ZeroBlock is closing down on Thursday, according to a notice posted to the service’s website.
Bitcoin Wallet Startup Now Extending Credit to Users
Bitcoin startup BitPagos is now giving its wallet users access to credit lines in a bid to boost e-commerce spending.
Bank of Ireland Conducts Blockchain Trial for Trade Reporting
One of Ireland’s “Big Four” banks has recently completed a blockchain trial centered on trade reporting.
Court Takes Control of Digital Currency Exchange Cryptsy
A Florida court has frozen the assets of the digital currency exchange Cryptsy and placed it under the control of a receiver.
Bitcoin Startup Hedgy Seeks Second Life as Blockchain Firm
One-time bitcoin derivatives startup Hedgy is now positioning itself as a blockchain applications development specialist.
Bitwala Raises €800,000 for Bitcoin SEPA Transfers
Bitwala has raised €800,000 (about $910,000) to expand its online bitcoin payment service.
Bitcoin Exchange Cointrader Shuts Down After Alleged Hack
Bitcoin exchange Cointrader has announced that it is shutting down following what it claimed was a debilitating hack.
Bitcoin Marketplace Purse Takes Page From Etsy in Expansion
Bitcoin startup Purse has expanded its online marketplace in a move that now allows a wider range of buyers and sellers to connect on the platform.
Blockstream Among 10 New Firms to Join Hyperledger Blockchain Project
Bitcoin development startup Blockstream is among 10 firms that have joined the Hyperledger blockchain project.
