Cryptocurrency
WeChat, Alipay to Block Crypto Transactions on Payment Platforms
WeChat Pay and Alipay are scrambling to keep up with regulators after recent announcements regarding initial coin offerings and cryptocurrencies.

Chinese Regulators Blast Crypto Fundraising in New Joint Warning
Five regulatory agencies in China have issued a warning against illegal fund raising and trading activities related to blockchain and cryptocurrency.

SEC Rejects 9 Bitcoin ETF Proposals
The SEC has issued rejections to bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETFs) proposals from ProShares, GraniteShares and Direxion.

Venues Banned from Hosting Crypto Events in Beijing's Finance District
Commercial properties in downtown Beijing have been ordered not to provide venues for events that promote cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin Price Climbs $400 In 20 Minutes to Reach 2-Week High
Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has jumped 6.6 percent in quick succession pushing prices well above $6,600.

Energy Firm Discloses Major Crypto Losses Amid Blockchain Rebrand
A publicly owned firm chaired by a Chinese billionaire lost millions through crypto investments, yet it's still seeking to rebrand around the tech.

XRP Cryptocurrency Now Down 90% From 2018 Price High
XRP, the world's third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, fell to its lowest price of 2018 on Tuesday.

Bulls Get Relief as Bitcoin Price Beats $6.5K Resistance
Bitcoin's price rose above $6,500 today, offering some respite for the badly battered bulls.

XRP, Litecoin Fall to Lowest Prices Yet Seen in 2018
The price of XRP and Litecoin, two of the world's largest cryptocurrencies, fell to new 2018 lows on Wednesday.

SEC Delays VanEck-SolidX Bitcoin ETF Decision to September
The U.S. SEC has delayed a decision on a proposed bitcoin ETF, pushing its final determination ahead by more than a month.

