Cryptocurrency payments startup Pundi X announced that it has integrated its crypto payments system into a device made by American point-of-sale (POS) systems producer VeriFone in a press release July 12. Per the release, the startup has integrated its XPOS crypto payments module on the X990 Android-based POS terminal by VeriFone, which is reportedly one of the world’s major producers of such devices. The initiative aims to allow a wider network of retailers to accept payments in cryptocurrencies. The startup states: “With this integration, shops and retail outlets using the VeriFone X990 with XPOS module activated will now be able …

Malaysia has launched a work visa program targeting tech freelancers that addresses a demand for blockchain capable talens, local news outlet the Star reported on June 18. The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) — a government-owned organization that oversees the tech sector — blockchain organization Nem Foundation and job marketplace Jobbatical have jointly launched the program. The program aims to attract foreign professionals who will have the right to stay in the country for up to 12 months to provide blockchain-related services or undergo training at a Malaysian company. MDEC growth ecosystem development vice-president Norhizam Abdul Kadir said, "We will …

Friday, June 7 — after recent shaky sentiment, the crypto markets are today back firmly in the green, with bitcoin (BTC) breaking back above the $8,000 mark, as Coin360 data shows. Market visualization courtesy of Coin360 Having bullishly surged above the psychological price point of $9,000 in May, bitcoin has since seen significant corrections — briefly trading below $7.600 on June 6. To press time, the top coin is seeing solid green, breaking back above $8,000 to trade at $7,003 — up roughly 1.8% own on the day, according to CoinMarketCap data. On the week, the cryptocurrency’s losses remain at …

Tuesday, June 4 — virtually all of the top cryptocurrencies are today seeing deep red in a market-wide correction, with bitcoin (BTC) dropping back below the $8,000 price point, as Coin360 data shows. Market visualization courtesy of Coin360 Having bullishly broken through the psychological price point of $9,000 at the end of May, bitcoin has gradually corrected downwards in subsequent days. To press time, the top coin is trading at $7,950 — roughly 6.7% down on the day and losing its hold on the $8,000 mark, according to CoinMarketCap data. Bitcoin’s sharp tumble started very early trading hours, with the …

Thursday, May 30 — in the latest milestone of its renewed bull run, bitcoin (BTC) today broke past $9,000, soaring to its highest price point in over a year. Most of the top 50 cryptocurrencies are seeing solid green, as Coin360 data shows. Market visualization courtesy of Coin360 Bitcoin broke the psychological price point of $9,000 earlier today, hitting a high last seen in early May 2018. To press time, the top coin is up 1% on the day and is trading at $8,802, according to CoinMarketCap data. In recent days, bitcoin had been comfortably trading in the $8,600-800 range. …

Monday, May 27 — following a mild correction yesterday, the crypto markets have seen strong positive momentum today, with bitcoin (BTC) soaring to its highest price point in over a year. Virtually all of the top 50 cryptocurrencies are seeing solid green, as Coin360 data shows. Market visualization courtesy of Coin360 Bitcoin has reported over 9% in growth on the day and is trading at $8,727 by press time. Having briefly dipped below $8,000 yesterday, May 26, the top coin saw a sharp rally kick in towards the evening. Bitcoin has seen considerable volatility this week, posting an intra-week low …

Thursday, May 23 — following a mild correction which began yesterday, crypto markets have today tipped into deeper red with bitcoin (BTC) dropping below the $7,600 mark, as Coin360 data shows. Market visualization courtesy of Coin360 Bitcoin has sustained a 4.25% correction and is trading at $7,590 by press time. The top coin has seen considerable volatility this week, posting an intra-week low of under $7,100 on May 17 before surging to the $8,250 mark on May 20. Today’s renewed correction has brought bitcoin a 5.24% loss on its 7-day chart. Bitcoin 7-day price chart. Source: CoinMarketCap Largest altcoin by …

The views and opinions expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cointelegraph. Every investment and trading move involves risk, you should conduct your own research when making a decision. Market data provided by HitBTC exchange. After the strong recovery of the past few weeks, this week saw some profit booking at the highs. However, unlike previous occasions, the dip has been shallow and some buying is visible close to support levels. This shows that the market sentiment is changing from sell on rallies to buy on dips. After the sharp move …

Thursday, May 16 — most of the top 20 cryptocurrencies are reporting moderate gains on the day by press time, as bitcoin (BTC) has fallen below the $7.900 mark again. Market visualization courtesy of Coin360 Bitcoin is over 1.5% down on the day, trading at $7,899 at press time, according to CoinMarketCap. Looking at its weekly chart, the coin is up nearly 23%. Bitcoin 7-day price chart. Source: CoinMarketCap As Cointelegraph reported yesterday, new data suggests that bitcoin's growth is explained by its maturation as an asset based on conversations surrounding the leading cryptocurrency. Ether (ETH) is holding onto its …

The views and opinions expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cointelegraph. Every investment and trading move involves risk, you should conduct your own research when making a decision. Market data provided by HitBTC exchange. Altcoins led the rally this week from the lows with bitcoin (BTC) lagging behind. After a sharp up move, it was natural for traders to book profits on their quick gains. While altcoins have pulled back sharply from their recent highs, bitcoin has held up quite well. Its dominance has gradually inched from about 50% in …

The views and opinions expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cointelegraph.com. Every investment and trading move involves risk, you should conduct your own research when making a decision. The market data is provided by the HitBTC exchange. The surge in Bitcoin on April 2 pulled most altcoins northwards. A number of altcoins soared, bringing back memories of the 2017 bull phase. Many altcoins outperformed Bitcoin, which shows that the market participants are accumulating the select beaten down cryptocurrencies at low prices. Does this mark the end of the bear phase …

Sunday, March 17 — the top 20 cryptocurrencies are reporting very slight gains and losses on the day by press time. Bitcoin (BTC) has pushed back just over the $4,000 mark, according to CoinMarketCap data. Market visualization from Coin360 At press time, Bitcoin is down under a quarter of a percent on the day, trading at around $4,037, according to CoinMarketCap. Looking at its weekly chart, the current price is over 2.4 percent higher than the price at which Bitcoin started the week. Bitcoin 7-day price chart. Source: CoinMarketCap Ethereum (ETH) is holding onto its position as the largest altcoin …