Coronavirus pandemic

Hollywood MPSC Platform Awarded First Nugenesis Nuchain Slot

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Time Stamp: July 21, 2021 9:16 PM - Modified On: July 21, 2021 - Published By:
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NuGenesis Signs major contract to deliver on much discussed, Hollywood MPSC Platform (Multimedia and Product Service Coin).Want to own an NFT that not only gives you royalties but also gives you bragging rights, giving you the opportunity to own a piece of your favorite movie scene with rights and conditions attached? Taking smart contracts to a completely new level, while simplifying the NFT procurement and ownership process?Thanks to a partnership between NuGenesis and Iggy Kos. Soon, you might be able to.NFTs have become the new craze globally. Smart contracts and NFT’s

The Effect of Coronavirus on the Cryptocurrency Market

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Time Stamp: December 30, 2020 5:58 AM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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The year 2020, has been greatly eventful. From threats of a world war, to increased terrorist attacks. A biography on the life of the year 2020, would not only be a bestseller but also an excellent read. However the most significant single event of this year is and has been the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, at its global takeover. From a regular virus, one that was once considered to be not worse than a cold flu, to transition into a global pandemic outbreak. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every aspect of

Key Timing for Adoption? Crypto Goes Mainstream With TV, Newspaper Ads

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Time Stamp: August 18, 2020 12:46 PM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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Amid turbulent times for the world at large, the cryptocurrency space seems to be cruising on its own steam in 2020. The coronavirus pandemic has put a major strain on economies around the world, and countries such as the United States have seen their central banks resort to extended quantitative easing in order to stimulate their financial ecosystems.Some analysts believe that this continual fiscal stimulus is part of the reason that the cryptocurrency market is enjoying relative success compared with its traditional financial counterparts.The likes of Anthony Pompliano, co-founder of

Weekly Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Market Analysis

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Time Stamp: August 18, 2020 4:28 AM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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Simon Peters, market analyst: Bitcoin Teases Us At $12,000  Suffice it to say, it was a busy week, with mixed performance in equity markets and odd – but not unpromising – movements for bitcoin. The FTSE All-Share index and the STOXX600 both recorded steady rises, while the S&P500, which started the week at 3,352, took a turn for the worse on Wednesday. After its drop to 3,335, it has since recovered to 3,372. Bitcoin broke through $12,000 on Monday, only to suffer a significant fall to $11,275 by Wednesday morning.

Bitcoin Proceeds of COVID-19 Business Support Scheme Fraud Seized

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Time Stamp: August 14, 2020 7:39 AM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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A U.K. woman has been arrested in possession of £115,000 ($150,000) of Bitcoin (BTC), according to a Metropolitan Police report. The cryptocurrency is alleged to be the proceeds of a fraudulent scheme applying for government loans designed to assist small businesses in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.The 35-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of fraud, money laundering and child neglect, following the search of a residential address in Ipswich, United Kingdom on Aug 12. Officers successfully applied for the detention of the Bitcoin held in the suspect’s cryptocurrency wallet

Q&A: How Blockchain Could Transform the Art Industry

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Time Stamp: August 10, 2020 6:11 AM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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The art world has had a tough time lately. The coronavirus pandemic has forced many galleries and museums to close, with sales of premium pieces also affected.But there could be a solution that helps the industry get back on its feet and achieve much-needed digitization: blockchain. Here, we talk to Niko Kipouros, founder and CEO of 4ARTechnologies, about how this technology could transform the way we purchase and own artwork — and even ensure that the provenance and authenticity of masterpieces are never doubted.1. What are the biggest challenges facing

Slow But Steady: FATF Review Highlights Crypto Exchanges’ Struggle to Meet AML Standards

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Time Stamp: August 8, 2020 9:00 AM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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In June 2019, the intergovernmental Financial Action Task Force (FATF) introduced its revised set of standards for virtual asset service providers. The document establishes the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism (AML/CFT) requirements that regulated VASPs —  the term mainly referring to cryptocurrency trading platforms — must eventually implement in their day-to-day operations. The guidelines are framed as recommendations, and the FATF leaves it to the participating nations’ governments to develop their own regulations in accordance with suggested principles.The watchdog has also set a 12-month review timeframe to monitor the public and

Ransomware Attacks Demanding Crypto Are Unfortunately Here to Stay

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Time Stamp: August 8, 2020 3:00 AM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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Year after year, the ransomware landscape changes dramatically. In 2019, a new resurgence of attacks occurred as businesses and government institutions became the main targets of ransomware, given their capacity to yield larger payouts. The most recent attack was against Garmin, a navigation systems company, on July 23. Due to the attack, many of its online services such as customer support, website functions and company communications were affected. Reportedly, the Russian cybergang Evil Corp launched the attack, demanding $10 million in cryptocurrency to restore access to Garmin’s services. Overall, according to a

There’s More To Bitcoin’s Rally Than Just Inflation Fears

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Time Stamp: August 1, 2020 12:15 AM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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While some analysts are pointing to inflation fears to explain bitcoin’s recent rally, there are so many other factors at play that affect the cryptocurrency’s rise.Neil Johnston was a creature of habit, and it was one of the things which his wife of twenty-four years Dorothy, both loved and loathed about him. While Dorothy appreciated Neil’s dependability, she was wondering if things were getting a little stale.So naturally Dorothy grew a little worried when Neil, who would walk through the door almost like clockwork at 7 pm every evening for

Revolut Offers Cryptocurrency Service to its 7 Million Users Amid COVID-19 Crisis

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Time Stamp: April 9, 2020 7:23 AM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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The outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic has affected the economic growth of many countries around the world.  Most financial institutions are forced to proffer different initiatives to mitigate the harsh effect of the virus on the global financial market. Central banks continue to print more banknotes to stimulate the economy in the fight against the outbreak. However, many reports have revealed that banknotes are potentially not safe during this time as they could help transmit the virus from one person to another. There is also the fear that excess money