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Can Regulating Wearables Protect Data Privacy?

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In the April Intelligence of Things Tracker , PYMNTS explores the latest security efforts from providers to crack down on fraud, and the emerging use cases where IoT tech can be applied — if consumers are willing to give it a chance. While security concerns remain, the IoT market is continuing to expand. Meanwhile, the U.S.

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Bitcoin Daily: Overstock CEO Shares Movement In Bitcoin Efforts; Russia Might Be Open To Crypto Trading

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Overstock CEO Patrick Byrne said that he welcomes Facebook ’s entry into the cryptocurrency market. Byrne predicted that security tokens will reduce friction in capital markets while also improving price discovery. The killer app of blockchain is security tokens,” Byrne said.

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Bitcoin Daily: FINMA Grants Licenses To Two New Blockchain Firms; ShortHop Crypto Exchange Launches In Seven New States

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The Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) has granted the first “banking and securities licenses” to two blockchain companies: SEBA Crypto AG and Sygnum AG. states: Indiana, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Arizona and Montana. The exchange is already live in California, Washington and Illinois.

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The Blockchain Wave Isn’t Always Smooth Sailing

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The blockchain hype certainly hasn’t risen without catching the attention of regulators. Reports noted the efforts echo those seen in Nevada, with one bill that aims to “prohibit cities and villages and counties from taxing or otherwise regulating the use of distributed ledger technology.”. Regulatory Moves.

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GonzoBanker Awards 2017

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Heavy-handed regulators. Seriously, sit back with a pocket flask of Pappy Van Winkle, smoke a cigar (or your combustible of choice if you live in Colorado, California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Main or Massachusetts) and enjoy the 2017 GonzoBanker Awards. One word can summarize this action-packed banking year, GonzoBankers – tiring.

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33 Ways Drones Will Impact Society: From Fighting War to Forecasting Weather, UAVs Change Everything

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According to forecasts , the emerging global market for business services using drones is valued at over $127B. The vehicle includes an integrated landing system, which allows the drone to securely land atop the vehicle while in motion. Regulation requires certain standards to minimize the risk of environmental damage.

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Four Payments Ideas That Had A Breakout 2019

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I think some things are obviously so much better when it comes to customer experience that ultimately when they are in the market, they are just going to change it. And the reason, Edwards noted, is pretty clear and simple — money now is better than money later. “I

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