Is it Bitcoin’s time to Shine, as the Banking System Falters?
Bitcoin's price action this week provides a clear market signal that Bitcoin is decoupling from other assets. Is Bitcoin, for the first time, acting as a safe haven asset in response to the traditional banking system and in response to a globally fraught central bank monetary policy?
Bitcoin’s path to adoption
Bitcoin is described as a peer-to-peer electronic cash system in its whitepaper. Early adopters hoped it would be used by anyone across the globe. Ten years later, bitcoin has not yet become a universally accepted currency and has instead evolved to become different things to different people.
How to hold cryptocurrency in a retirement account – without fees
More and more, savvy investors are seeking to diversify retirement funds into nontraditional assets. It’s natural then, that many are considering cryptocurrency. With a potential for tremendous appreciation, it can make sense to invest in cryptocurrency through an IRA so that those gains will escape taxation.
For Bitcoin, is being a store of value more important than a payment system?
The drama surrounding Bitcoin in recent times has almost entirely revolved around conflicting opinions on how the network should scale to accommodate increasing demand and reduce transaction delays. After years of debate the two sides remain — those who believe Bitcoin to be a digital cash-like payment system, and others who primarily view it as a store of value, like gold.
Global Advisors Bitcoin Fund listed on Channel Islands Securities Exchange
Global Advisors (Jersey) Limited (GAJL) recently announced that the Channel Islands Securities Exchange (CISE) has approved the Global Advisors Bitcoin Investment Fund plc (GABI). The open-ended fund has become the first digital asset-related listing on the Exchange and is, “the first regulated bitcoin fund to be listed on any exchange globally,” according to both company announcements.
Brelion ‘will insure investors against BitCoin fluctuation,’ during real estate crowd investing pilot
Brelion is an online platform that connects investors with real estate companies looking for loans. The company primarily lists non-owner occupied residential projects lasting 12 to 24 months, as well as small to mid-size apartment and commercial property ventures.
Bitcoin’s biggest Venture Capital deals of 2016 so far
Publicly-announced [Venture Capital investments](industry-resources/bitcoin-venture-capital-investments/) into Bitcoin and blockchain-related startups have more than doubled in amount during the first half of 2016 compared to last half of 2015, with about US$265.05 million invested now versus only $111.85 million for the previous half-year.
Japan’s Zaif bitcoin exchange launches a dollar-cost averaging investment service
Japanese cryptocurrency and blockchain technology FinTech Lab, [Tech Bureau Corporation](http://techbureau.jp/), recently [launched](http://techbureau.jp/247.html) a new bitcoin investment service, the Zaif Coin Reserve. Customers simply authorize a fixed monthly debit, and it’s automatically invested in bitcoin. Brave New Coin spoke with Tech Bureau CEO, Takao Asayama, who explained more about the new service. “This is a fusion of Japan's domestic payment method and crypto products, into a very interesting crypto investment program.”
KPMG and CB Insights are keeping their finger on the pulse of blockchain investments
A partnership was recently formed between KPMG and CB Insights. KPMG is a global network of professional firms which provide audit, tax and advisory services. CB Insights is a National Science Foundation that uses data science, machine learning and predictive analytics to help their customers invest. Together, they are working to produce a quarterly report, The Pulse of FinTech, which advises on market trends within the growing FinTech industry.
Trade Euro Based Bitcoin ETNs On the Nordic NASDAQ
Bitcoin Tracker EUR, the second bitcoin Exchange Traded Note, will launch on Nasdaq Nordic this Monday offering a new investment vehicle, denominated in Euro, from the same company that offered the first bitcoin ETN, XBT Provider.
UPS’ Strategic Enterprise Fund, “bitcoin could open up an array of new markets.”
[Rimas Kapeskas](https://longitudes.ups.com/author/rimas-kapeskas/), the Managing Director of the [UPS Strategic Enterprise Fund,](http://www.ups.com/sef/) states that a virtual currency like Bitcoin could open up an array of new markets, while speeding the worldwide exchange of goods.
Filament To Power The Internet of Things With a 20-year Battery, A 10-Mile Range And Bitcoin
The Internet of Things soon to be available as a system-wide upgrade, complete with smart contracts, peer-to-peer networking, the blockchain, and a ten-mile range for even the smallest of hardware additions.
Four Bitcoin Industry Digital Assets With Market Values North Of $1.5m US
Bitcoin's Market Cap is derived from it's price and the number in circulation. There are many other crypto assets and currencies that have market caps north of US$1.5m, here are four of the best.
Merchant Bank Backs Blockchain Startup
Atlantic Merchant Capital, a private merchant bank headquartered in Tampa, Florida, in conjunction with Celeridem Capital Management have invested an undisclosed amount into Symbiont, a startup developing blockchain technologies for Wall Street use.
BnkToTheFuture And Bitcoin Capital
BnkToTheFuture is a global online investment platform that allows qualifying investors to invest in FinTech companies, funds and other new alternative financial products.
Blossom To Bring Bitcoin-Powered Islamic Loans to Indonesia
Jakarta-based bitcoin startup, Blossom, plans to bring loans compliant with Shariah Law to the country with the largest population of muslims in the world, Indonesia. But what sets this startup apart is that the loans will be powered with “Bitcoin in the background.”