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Turkish Police Dismantle Massive Chinese Crypto Scam That Held 101 Hostages
16.3.2021
A massive police operation took place in Istambul, Turkey, against a Chinese gang’s crypto scam. Authorities found that criminals kidnapped 101 people and forced them to run scam operations. Scammers Tricked Hostages by Promising Them Work in a Legit ‘Crypto Investment...
BTC Miner Stresses: ‘Bitcoin is One of the Most Environment-Friendly Financial Networks’
15.3.2021
While bitcoin has been gathering widespread attention with prices touching all-time highs, mainstream pundits have tried to attack the leading crypto asset for its energy consumption. It seems a new ‘bitcoin is bad for the environment’ editorial is published nearly every week...
Chinese holding firm Ping An overtakes Tencent in blockchain patents race
15.3.2021
Ant Group remains the world’s biggest blockchain patentee, while IBM is considered to be the most cited developer of patents in the industry
Now’s the time to get hooked on vegan fish
12.3.2021
There is an inherent satisfaction in eating fish, from the subtle fattiness of smoked salmon to the sweet flesh and salty crunch of fried cod to the moist brininess of raw tuna. For vegans who miss fish, or omnivores trying to eat less over health or environmental concerns, or even strict observers...
Chinese banks pilot digital yuan at Shanghai department stores
11.3.2021
The Bank of Communications and China Construction Bank conducted digital yuan trials at two major department stores in Shanghai
Chinese Firms Get Bullish as Lottery Operator Renames Itself ‘BIT Mining’
9.3.2021
Chinese firms appear to have become emboldened – and increasingly eager to clamber on board the crypto bandwagon – with 500.com, one of the nation’s biggest sports lottery firms, planning to rename itself with a distinctly crypto-sounding name: BIT Mining.
The company, which is listed on the...
Publicly Listed Maker of Billion-User Chinese App Meitu Buys $40 Million of Bitcoin and Ether for Its Treasury
9.3.2021
One of China’s top internet app makers, Meitu Inc., is adding up to $100 million worth of cryptocurrencies to its treasury, joining a growing list of companies worldwide to do so. The company has already purchased $40 million worth of bitcoin and ether for its balance sheet. Chinese Public...
BSN and TON Labs to Provide Chinese Developer Community With Unique TON Technology
1.3.2021
Thanks to TON Labs, BSN will now be able to produce real-life applications that require a scalable backend and use cases in compliance with China’s regulatory framework while still using an inherently decentralized network to do so. China’s Developers Gain Access to TON Technology...
All about ramyeon, the Korean comfort food that’s more than just a trend
1.3.2021
Over the last year, I can say with a clear conscience that I never once hoarded toilet paper. But I did stockpile instant Korean noodles, with no thought or care for those who might go without.Read more
Chinese Authorities Warn About ‘Sophisticated’ Digital Yuan Scam- Promotes Access to a ‘$186M Secret’ Government Fund
27.2.2021
As China keeps paving the way to adopt its central bank digital currency (CBDC), scammers are also actively emerging on the scene. The police in a Chinese province are now warning about a “sophisticated” CBDC-themed scam. Bogus Platform Is Set to Be Launched in March, Say Scammers...
With Spicy Ramen Breakfast Grilled Cheese, you truly can have it all
23.2.2021
I will not bother to pretend that the inspiration for this sandwich came from anything other than marijuana. Ironically, this idea came to me on a night where, in an attempt to conquer my chronic insomnia, I went a little crazy with Cherry Pie (both the strain and actual pie). Instead of falling...
Chinese Tea Retailer Joins the Crypto Mining Industry After Hiring Two Roles to Lead Its ‘Bitcoin Business Plan’
21.2.2021
A Chinese tea retailer is looking to make its inception into the bitcoin mining business. Publicly-listed Urban Tea announced the expansion of its operations by appointing two executives to pursue its crypto plans. Urban Tea Praises Cryptocurrencies’ Widespread Popularity Per...
Bitcoin Mining Becomes A Side Venture For Chinese Non-Crypto Firms
18.2.2021
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As bitcoin’s (BTC) skyrocketing prices continue to whet the appetites of companies from different backgrounds, tea and baked goods retailer Urban Tea is the latest example of a Chinese non-crypto business expanding into crypto mining and blockchain with...
Chinese Retailer Goes From Bubble Tea to Crypto Mining in Unlikely Pivot
18.2.2021
Urban Tea has hired two new executives ahead of its expansion into cryptocurrency mining
Publicly-Listed Chinese Lottery Firm Acquires Bitcoin Mining Pool Btc.com
17.2.2021
A U.S. publicly-listed Chinese sports lottery firm is extending its arms into the crypto industry by announcing another related maneuver. 500.com Ltd announced it has acquired Btc.com, the well known bitcoin mining pool. Jihan Wu Is the ‘ Biggest Beneficial Owner’ of the Mining Pool...
Chinese bank tests biometric hardware wallet for digital yuan payments
17.2.2021
Another Chinese banking institution has created a hardware wallet for the country’s central bank digital currency
Another Chinese Giant Enters Bitcoin and Ethereum Mining
17.2.2021
Bitcoin mining rigs. Another Chinese non-crypto firm has moved into bitcoin (BTC) mining – with the shipping behemoth Sino Global set to snap up a controlling stake in computing company Nine-Chain Intelligent in a deal worth around USD 8.5m.
Per a press release, Sino Global announced that it...
Chinese Lottery Firm 500.com Acquires Crypto Mining Pool BTC.com
16.2.2021
BTC.com is currently owned by Bitdeer Technologies and former Bitmain CEO Jihan Wu
Chinese lottery service 500.com acquires Bitcoin mining pool BTC.com
16.2.2021
Chinese sports lottery service 500.com has entered a share exchange agreement to acquire maror Bitcoin mining pool BTC.com
Red Envelopes and BCH: Prominent Mining Execs Jiang Zhuoer and Jihan Wu Bolster Bitcoin Cash
14.2.2021
In recent days, bitcoin cash has seen significant gains, and supporters of the digital currency have been positive about specific developments, like the internet entrepreneur Kim Dotcom’s current support. On February 11, the Chinese New Year, the prominent bitcoin mining executives, Jiang...