The cryptocurrency Tezos (XTZ) can now be accepted as payment for free on any woocommerce website, via a plugin. Millions of online websites run on woocommerce which opens the payment gateway up to millions. More
The number of regulated cryptocurrency exchanges in the Philippines has grown to 16, according to Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, the country’s central bank. One of the regulated exchanges has been helping the government and Unionbank to launch an app for bond purchases. More
Just as China launches the digital Yuan, which will have huge economic effects, Visa International has filed for a cryptocurrency system patent that is meant to replace physical fiat currency. The system, which utilizes both central banks and commercial banks, leverages a private blockchain to improve the payment ecosystem. More
Forbes recently published the second edition of its Blockchain 50. The list aims to capture the billion dollar companies most active in blockchain. To be included in the Blockchain 50, a company must have a valuation above $1 billion. More
According to reports, On March 9, Representative Paul Gosar (R-AZ) introduced the “Crypto-Currency Act of 2020,” a bill that looks to choreograph a wide range of digital assets to answer to the appropriate regulator. More
The South Korean National Assembly unanimously voted in favor of a bill on Thursday that provides the regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, exchanges and crypto-related platforms. The approval of the amended Special Financial Transactions Information Act signifies the legalization of cryptocurrency trading and holding in the country. It marks one of the world’s most comprehensive legal frameworks for the emerging industry. More
As Staking has become more popular in the cryptocurrency world, Coinbase is hiking its staking fees for Tezos (XTZ) to 25% on its platform, which has left many users outraged. More
After Google removed Ethereum-based decentralized application (DApp) browser MetaMask from its Android application store, Apple may now force Coinbase to remove the DApp browser feature from its crypto wallet application. More
A U.S. Congressman (Paul Gosar: Republican-Arizona) has reportedly introduced a draft bill to bring regulatory clarity in the cryptocurrency space, dividing cryptocurrencies into three parts: crypto-commodities, crypto-currencies, and crypto-securities. More
Hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger has announced the latest version of its Ledger Live application, adding support for Tezos (XTZ) and Tezos staking, which allows users to maintain their crypto ownership and earn passive rewards. More