DCC Project Update — May 24, 2019
Secondary Markets and Blockchain Event in NYC
On May 22, we attended Bridging the Gap between Secondary Markets and Blockchain, a dynamic event co-hosted by BINC and Fintech Connector at the Microsoft Flagship store in New York City, featuring a fireside chat with Harumi Urata Thompson, CFA PMP, CEO and Founder at HUT Consulting and Mike Rogers, CPA, Founder of Millennials in Blockchain It was a riveting discussion about how the secondary market interacts with the blockchain and crypto industry including its infrastructure, institutional participation, eligible investors, as well as regulatory issues in different countries. The panelists also discussed the challenges arising from investments in cryptocurrencies and held a short Q&A afterwards that covered how to file taxes as a crypto investor, STO’s, IEOs and the ongoing debate about what is a security and what is not.
Stay tuned for content stemming from this event, on BINC’s Twitter and LinkedIn pages!
Tech Developments
The DCC Platform
- As we continue the research and development of the framework for personal data management, we’ll be posting codes on our GitHub page. Click here to view the latest updates.
BitExpress Updates
- BitExpress has launched its payment network for merchants around the world! Based on the details set by the merchant user (payment summary, amount, currency, expiration date etc), the platform can generate QR codes for customers to scan and pay with their local fiat currency. One of our trusted exchange partners will then convert the money to the merchant’s preferred digital currency and send to the merchant’s wallet. It’s as simple as that!
- Click here to learn more about the BitExpress payment network. The English version of the app will be available soon — stay tuned!
- BitExpress version 4.2 is now online! This version has made it easier for merchants to connect their payment systems to BitExpress. Merchant users can manage orders on the app or web version.
- The new version has also optimized the layout of the app, enabling users to quickly find their frequently used functions.
- BitExpress’ latest fixed rate deposit program is currently open for enrollment. With low risk and guaranteed interest and principle, this program helps users to grow their digital wealth in a convenient way.
- BitExpress Vietnam continues to release new campaigns and rewards for the local community. Scan the QR code to download the app from Google Play, digitize your credit profile, and join the global ecosystem built on blockchain!
AT&T Accepts Bill Payments in Crypto
(Photo by Bitcoin Magazine)
AT&T now accepts cryptocurrency for online phone bill payments. Users can choose the BitPay option at MyAT&T and cover their bills with bitcoin instead of conventional funds. However, customers cannot use this option for in-store purchases.
(Source: https://www.engadget.com/2019/05/23/att-bitcoin-phone-bill-payments/)
What’s News in Blockchain
Facebook’s Shady Bitcoin Killer Crypto ‘GlobalCoin’ is Coming 2020
Still Reeling From $54 Million Bitcoin Hack, Binance Sues Sequoia Capital
Vitalik Proposes Mixer to Anonymize ‘One-Off’ Ethereum Transactions
Recommended DCC Reading
Blockchain and Our Disintermediation Problem
Crypto to rise from the ashes in 2019 with institutional fire power
Is fast-moving South Korea shaping up to become a blockchain utopia?
Previous Newsletters
DCC Project Update — May 10, 2019
DCC Project Update — April 26, 2019
DCC Project Update — April 12, 2019
DCC Project Update — March 28, 2019
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