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Explore Colorado's dual role in the crypto market: a hub for innovation and a hotspot for scams, highlighting the need for new regulations...

As 2023 comes to a close, the landscape of web3 jobs has undergone significant shifts. Bitcoin-mentioning jobs are down 95%, crypto jobs are cut by 90%, and blockchain jobs are cut by half. At a country level, Germany has seen the biggest fall from 1st to 9th place globally while losing 92% of the web3 […]...

The correlation between bitcoin searches, price, and trading volume is a fascinating dance of public interest and market dynamics. When Bitcoin’s price spikes, it grabs headlines, igniting public curiosity. This curiosity translates into increased Google searches as more people try to understand what bitcoin is and why it’s soaring. It’s like when a celebrity does […]...

Bitcoin Mining Overview 2019-2023 The most mobile industry in the world: dramatic shift from China to the United States The most profound transformation within the Bitcoin mining sphere is China’s drastic decline, from 72% in 2019 to just 15% in 2023. This sharp decrease is widely attributed to the Chinese government’s stringent crackdown on Bitcoin […]...

Bitcoin is a massive playground for pundits, and bitcoin casinos go well with the industry's spirit. But which country jumped on the trend?...

Gary Gensler, the Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), expressed a cautionary viewpoint regarding the crypto industry in a recent hearing with the Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee of the Senate Committee on Appropriations. Gensler testified that cryptocurrencies should be considered a “highly speculative asset class” and raised concerns about the...

Patents meet blockchain In general, patents’ role in protecting innovations cannot be understated. They provide a legal framework that allows inventors to protect their intellectual property, preventing others from using, selling, or manufacturing their inventions without permission. This protection encourages innovation by ensuring inventors reap the rewards of their creativity and hard wor...

The geography of crypto tax rates The United States may be united, but when it comes to taxing your hard-earned crypto gains there are plenty of differences to consider.  You could do the decent thing and take up permanent residency in Puerto Rico, for example – yes, it’s a US state, but with lots of […]...

Banking on Crypto! Crypto may sell itself on being decentralized (no nasty institutions to get in the way of pure financial transactions) – but crypto businesses need banks, and it is becoming the case that banks also need crypto. Without banks, crypto companies struggle to integrate fiat payments. So, while crypto started as an effort […]...

The rapid rise of blockchain technology has fostered a significant demand for specialists in the field worldwide. Yet, it is Europe that stands out as the epicenter of blockchain-related job opportunities. With a commanding 67.8% of the total global blockchain jobs, Europe far outpaces other regions in the blockchain job market. But what makes Europe […]...

Blockchain development continues strongly around the world Much has happened in the crypto space over the past three years. Including serious bitcoin price falls (notably during 2022), easing of crypto expectations, greater understanding of crypto from governments, continuing crypto fraud stories, exchange negligence, and lack of consumer regulation continue to be a brake on the […]...

Research Methodology  The research methodology used in this work is the doctrinal style of research. It captures and theories digital asset regulation by considering its use in various countries using primary sources such as statutes. The research also adopts various secondary sources, such as textbooks, articles, legal journals, and periodicals, to further elaborate and expand […]...

The price of bitcoin has surged back from its 2022 lows of $14k and is now steady at around $23k – despite recent setbacks – but does that mean cryptocurrency can stand alone from the banking industry? Far from it! The demise of Silicon Valley Bank rapidly followed by the implosion of Credit Suisse sent […]...

Hello Coincubbers, around the world all eyes have been on the rise of inflation in major economies, not to mention shortages of semiconductors to keep your cars and fridge freezers working, oh yes, and even the return of something called coal as ‘the fuel of the future’. But there was something else happening too – […]...

Hey Coincubs! 2023 is going to be a wild ride. Just make sure you buckle up because most countries are steaming ahead with cryptocurrency regulation. Following the crash of FTX, Terraform Labs, and Celsius last year, jittery governments are belatedly jumping into action to create effective regulations that are crucial for the mainstream adoption of […]...

Hey Coincubs! Ah, the dreaded bitcoin winter. The time of the bitcoin halving cycle when the bitcoin world supposedly freezes over and all hope is lost. Or at least, that’s what the naysayers would have you believe. But fear not, dear Cubs, because it turns out that most countries, including Brazil, are not at all […]...

VISA is taking steps to make it easier for people to make automatic payments using self-custodial wallets, which are digital wallets that a user has full control over and can access using their own private keys. Currently, it can be difficult to set up automated payments on blockchain networks like Ethereum, but VISA is working […]...

Hey Coincubs! Are you ready for some exciting news? The Bank for International Settlements’ (BIS) Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has recently finalized a policy that would place a 2% limit on banks’ Tier 1 capital held in bitcoin.  This is a huge deal for the crypto industry as it shows that, despite setbacks and […]...

1. France and Germany crackdown on bitcoin nodes in Q3 2022 The health of most blockchains relies on the diversity and number of their nodes. Fewer nodes mean that a network is easier to overrun and take control of. Geographically concentrated nodes mean that governmental bodies can assert control over a blockchain, such as in […]...

NFTs are quickly becoming a necessary talent for both businesses and artists as more brands get engaged. How to create an NFT work of art in 6 easy steps...

Is cryptocurrency regulated? Yes, in some places. There’s a lot of debate surrounding cryptocurrency regulation around the world and it is largely about whether to embrace cryptocurrency or attack it. The skyrocketing value of crypto is now worth trillions of dollars. It is a key driver for legislative pushes to regulate cryptocurrency. And the growing […]...

Many people do not know how to find NFT projects early. In this article, we will see how to discover hidden NFT gems, when to get into the NFT market, and know if an NFT is worth buying. NFTs have gone from being the rave of the crypto world to absolute silence. No one seems […]...

What’s the best crypto exchange app? This list answers that question, explaining everything you need to know about top crypto exchanges and the most popular cryptocurrency exchange apps available today. Keep reading to learn how you can get started trading on one of these apps today.  What is cryptocurrency trading? Cryptocurrency trading is defined as […]...

Events happen rapidly in the world of cryptocurrency. According to the Coincub crypto rankings for 2022 Q2, Germany and USA hit the top spot as the world’s most crypto-friendly countries with Pakistan and China sliding in the opposite direction following respective tightening on crypto regulation.  Now, in the space of a couple of months, Russia […]...