Tom Nyarunda

Writer

tom@bitrates.com
tom@bitrates.com

I am a budding freelance writer with a penchant for Cryptocurrency. I have a background in psychology (BA Psychology) but have been “bewitched” by the power of the written word. I spend my free time as a counselor and motivational speaker. I believe in Blockchain’s ability to totally transform the world faster than any other technology has done. I am a resident of Kenya in Eastern Africa.

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bitcoin mining Washington Community Approves Temporary Moratorium on Crypto Mining Power authorities are worried about hazards caused by the influx of illegal miners taking advantage of cheap power and endangering lives
Bitcoin Jul 31, 2018
bitcoin mining
Bitcoin Jul 31, 2018
Washington Community Approves Temporary Moratorium on Crypto Mining
bill miller and bitcoin

Billionaire Investor Bill Miller Calls Bitcoin the Most Promising Cryptocurrency

Miller’s positive comments may indicate that we are at the dawn of another significant era for cryptocurrencies and Bitcoin in particular.

Bitcoin Jul 30, 2018 - 1 min, 32 sec read
two divers in dark blue waters, Bitcoin logos floating around

A Russian Shipwreck, Lost Treasure, and a Possible Cryptocurrency Scam

South Korean company claims it has found a historical shipwreck laden with gold, to which it pegs its own cryptocurrency. FSS raises scam alert.
Hacks & Frauds Jul 29, 2018 - 2 min, 50 sec read
Switzerland FINMA regulations

Swiss Crypto Mining Firm Envion AG Charged by FINMA for Potentially Illegal ICO

Envion AG raised over $100 million from investors but violated Swiss banking laws during its Initial Coin Offering according to FINMA.

Hacks & Frauds Jul 27, 2018 - 1 min, 51 sec read
Stellar and TransferTO

Stellar Lumens (XLM) Still Riding High with New Partnership with TransferTo

TransferTo and Stellar (XLM) announced a strategic partnership to enhance cross-border money transfers and settlements in over seventy countries.
Coins and Tokens Jul 26, 2018 - 1 min, 56 sec read
Bitwise ETF application

Bitwise Asset Management Joins the Race to Launch SEC-Regulated Cryptocurrency ETF

SEC and other regulators who have been reluctant to approve Cryptocurrency approvals in the past due to security concerns are now warming up.
Regulation Jul 25, 2018 - 1 min, 46 sec read
MArk Carney in dark-blue suit and tie, speaking at the G20 meeting, hand raised, pointing finger at camera

G20 Postpones Deadline for New Crypto Regulations, Again

G20 Finance ministers are not in a hurry to adopt new cryptocurrency regulations and opt instead to maintain vigilance on blockchain market

Regulation Jul 24, 2018 - 1 min, 44 sec read
Korea's new FIB cryptocurrency regulator

Boost for Cryptos as Korea’s FSC Takes Initiative to Cultivate Blockchain Industry

The new FIB will nurture Korea’s flourishing cryptocurrency sector and offer support for crypto companies and blockchain startups.

Regulation Jul 23, 2018 - 1 min, 45 sec read
Man in handcuffs holding orange Bitcoins walking next to a police officer holding the cuffs, shot from behind

UK Police Seize, Convert and Retain £1.2m Worth of Bitcoin

UK law enforcement agency is the first to retain crime related cryptocurrency seized from a criminal convicted for drugs and money laundering

Bitcoin Jul 22, 2018 - 1 min, 28 sec read
blockchain and fake news

Fake News Is a Global Problem but Blockchain Startups May Have a Solution

Blockchain promises a democratic approach to solving the fake news menace by offering incentives to content creators and consumers.
Blockchain Technology Jul 21, 2018 - 8 min, 11 sec read
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