Category: Cryptocurrencies

Cryptocurrencies

Cion Digital Raises $12 Million to Expand Cryptocurrency Payments

by Jonathan Dyer
There's no doubt that 2021 was a breakout year for crypto. Not only did several assets see major price increases (along with plenty of volatility) but a number of startups in the cryptocurrency space also saw significant investments. Now, with 2022 officially underway, one crypto-centric FinTech is starting off the year by closing a new funding round. This week, Cion Digital announced that it had raised $12 million. The seed...
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Robinhood Offers Update on Crypto Wallet Feature, Announces Beta

by Jonathan Dyer
In September, the trading app Robinhood announced that it would begin rolling out one of the most commonly-requested features: cryptocurrency wallets. While the platform added the ability for users to buy and sell select crypto assets in 2018, those assets weren't able to be transferred to external wallets or used for payment. However, in a new blog post, the app clarified that very few users have been able to test...
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Crypto Portfolio Tool Stacked Raises $35 Million

by Jonathan Dyer
During the pandemic, retail investment platforms have seen huge spikes in interest. This has been evident in the "meme stock" revolution as well as the growing popularity of free trading apps. Meanwhile, interest and investment in cryptocurrencies have exploded as well, with many consumers even moving beyond bigger assets such as Bitcoin and exploring opportunities found in smaller coins. Now, a platform that helps crypto investors maximize their portfolios has...
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Robinhood Introduces Crypto Gift Feature Ahead of the Holidays

by Jonathan Dyer
Ever since the holiday season began to come into view, supply chain issues have been a major story. With physical goods seeing delays, several retailers and companies have instead put an emphasis on digital gift ideas. Following in that vein, the trading app Robinhood has just rolled out a new feature that will allow users to send cryptocurrency gifts to their friends and family quickly and easily. According to a...
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BitPay Adds Shiba Inu, Enables Acceptance Among Merchants

by Jonathan Dyer
At this point, a good number of everyday Americans have likely at least heard of Bitcoin and perhaps even Ethereum. Meanwhile, however, there are a number of other notable cryptocurrencies — including some with very vocal enthusiasts. A prime example is the token Shiba Inu (SHIB). Now, the coin is getting a boost as BitPay has announced it will now support the token and allow retailers that use BitPay to...
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7 Ways to Earn Free Crypto: Options and Tools to Try

by Kyle Burbank
It wasn't that long ago when buying or trading cryptocurrency required a level of tech literacy that most people simply don't possess. Yet, in a relatively short amount of time, the landscape has evolved dramatically. Now, there are plenty of easy-to-use options that can help people get into the world of crypto. But what if you don't even want to invest your own money just yet? As it turns out,...
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BlockFi Rewards Visa Now Supports Earning in Other Cryptocurrencies

by Jonathan Dyer
As crypto credit cards grow in popularity and the crypto market continues to diversify, one card offering has announced a new feature. Now, BlockFi Rewards Credit Card customers will be able to choose what crypto they want to earn rewards in. With Rewards Flex, cardholders will be able to stick with the default of earning Bitcoin back on their purchases or can opt to earn Ether (ETH), Litecoin (LTC), Chainlink...
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Gemini Raises Massives $400 Funding Round

by Jonathan Dyer
A popular crypto platform has just raised a massive amount of money. Last week, Gemini revealed that it had closed $400 million in funding. The round — which is actually a Series A and marks the first time the company has solicited outside investment — was led by Morgan Creek Digital while 10T, ParaFi, Newflow Partners, Marcy Venture Partners, and the Commonwealth Bank of Australia also participated. Notably, the round values Gemini...