This Month at Bittrex — August 2018

It’s an exciting time to be at the forefront of blockchain technology. Every token we list, every partnership we make, every improvement in our business helps drive innovation. We had a very busy August — for a quick review of our announcements and activities, checkout the info below.
US DOLLAR (FIAT) TRADING ROLLS OUT
If you saw our US dollar (USD) trading announcement in late May, you know we’re using a phased approach for adding markets and customers. We launched US dollar (USD) markets for Ethereum Classic (ETC) and XRP on August 20, 2018. Additionally, we shared that all eligible individual customers and corporate customers were enabled for USD trading.
Learn more about applying for USD trading: https://support.bittrex.com/hc/en-us/articles/360004441491-Fiat-US-Dollar-Trading-Eligibility
EXPANDING OUR PARTNERSHIPS
As a global leader in the blockchain revolution, we understand the potential for this emerging technology to provide groundbreaking solutions around the world. That’s why we’re expanding our partnerships to further drive blockchain’s adoption. This month we announced a partnership with CatalX to launch a digital trading platform in Canada; we also announced a partnership with Ripple to be the U.S. preferred digital asset exchange for xRapid transactions.
Rialto Trading, a next generation Alternative Trading System (ATS), announced in August that it is teaming up with Bittrex to offer a new, innovative digital securities trading platform, pending approval from regulators.
For more details:
· Rialto Trading is teaming up with Bittrex — Pending approval from regulators, Rialto’s Alternative Trading System (ATS) will include blockchain-based (digital) securities. Details: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-crypto-currencies-bittrex/cryptocurrency-exchange-bittrex-teams-with-registered-trading-venue-rialto-idUSKCN1L81BG?
· A new partnership with CatalX to launch a new Canadian digital asset trading platform.
· Bittrex is the U.S. preferred digital asset exchange for xRapid transactions using XRP.
Details: https://www.coindesk.com/ripple-endorses-preferred-crypto-exchanges-for-xrp-payments/
LATEST INNOVATIVE BLOCKCHAIN PROJECTS
We put a lot of time and effort into evaluating and fostering new blockchain projects on our trading platform. When a token is listed on Bittrex, it’s gone through a rigorous process and met our industry-leading standards for being an innovative project. This month, we launched these new listings:
· RavenCoin (RVN) — https://ravencoin.org/
· BnkToTheFuture (BFT) — https://bnktothefuture.com/
· GoChain (GO) — https://gochain.io/
· Hydrogen (HYDRO) — https://www.hydrogenplatform.com
BITTREX IN THE NEWS
· Reuters — Cryptocurrency exchange Bittrex teams with registered trading venue Rialto
· Coindesk — Bittrex partners with Trading Firm on Crypto Securities Offering
· CryptoSlate — Bittrex Enters the Canadian Crypto Market for CatalX Deal
· Finance Magnates — Ripple Signs Three Crypto Exchanges to Underpin xRapid Transactions
UPCOMING CONFERENCES
Mark your calendars! Bittrex will be attending these upcoming conferences. This is your chance to learn how we help advance blockchain technology.
· Blockchain Seattle: September 10–11, 2018 in Bellevue, WA
· Black Blockchain Summit: September 10–11, 2018 in Washington, DC.
· Token Fest — September 13–14, 2018 in Boston, MA
· Upbit Developer Conference: September 13–14, 2018 in South Korea
· Women4Blockchain: October 5–8, 2018 in New York, NY
· Money20/20: October 21–24, 2018 in Las Vegas, NV
GET INVOLVED WITH BITTREX
We’re always exploring new, innovative blockchain projects and market opportunities that further advance blockchain technology around the globe. Here are some ways you can work with Bittrex:
· Get your token listed on our curated list of industry leading projects. Learn more: https://support.bittrex.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000475411-How-do-I-submit-a-token-to-Bittrex-for-listing-
· Work alongside the sharpest minds in blockchain, cybersecurity and technology. We’re hiring: https://bittrex.breezy.hr/
HELPFUL TIPS
We’re always here to help. That’s why we offer an assortment of tips on our blog and through Bittrex Support.
· HODL for these Common Crypto Terms
· Tips to keep your Bittrex account more secure
BEST-IN-CLASS CUSTOMER SUPPORT
We’re continuing to invest considerable resources to further enhance our support team’s capabilities and always working to ensure we’re providing customers with quick, reliable, and trustworthy assistance. In August, we received some great kudos from our customers on social media that we wanted to share with you.
