Travala.com lists 2.2 million hotels, accepts crypto payments. More than 100 cryptocurrencies can be used. A partnership with Skyscanner is expected to increase traffic. Crypto-friendly travel platform Travala.com said it has tied up with global travel marketplace Skyscanner. Blog post. The partnership will allow Skyscanner’s 110 million monthly users, who complete 80 billion searches every … Read more
Judge Rules in Coinbase’s Favor in SEC Battle Coinbase wins motion to compel discovery. Key documents must be shared with the SEC. A federal judge has ruled in Coinbase’s favor in an ongoing legal battle with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, ordering the SEC to produce documents that strengthen Coinbase’s defenses. Coinbase argues that … Read more
Bitmex co-founder Arthur Hayes’ perspective on Bitcoin changes. He is now estimated to be worth less than $50,000. This contrasted with his view from last month. BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has changed his outlook on Bitcoin and is now predicting a drop below $50,000. Hayes tweeted: “BTC is huge, I’m gunning for sub $50k this … Read more
Zurich Cantonal Bank enters crypto services. ZKB offers trading and storage of crypto. Third party banks can use ZKB’s crypto services. Zurich Cantonal Bank, Switzerland’s fourth-largest bank, is offering clients the opportunity to trade and store Bitcoin and Ethereum. The offering is seamlessly integrated into its existing channels, including ZKB eBanking and ZKB Mobile Banking, … Read more
Russia’s crypto legitimacy challenges some Western sanctions. Putin’s New Pro-Crypto Stance Expands Potential for Alternative Currencies Russia is positioning itself to overtake the US in crypto mining. Russia’s recent crypto pivot will make it harder for the West to impose sanctions and reduce the country’s dependence on the US dollar. That according to a Report … Read more
Poor jobs data is raising fears for the US economy. While the Fed is likely to cut rates by a quarter point this month, it may be too late. Bitcoin and Ethereum fell 4.2% and 5.3% respectively on Friday. Poor economic data is reviving fears about the weakness of the US economy — and markets … Read more