π 30 Second Cryptocurrency Price Summary
Current Bitcoin Price:Β $10,098
Overall, the market is up 0.3% today. Within that average, Bitcoin is up around 1%, while Ethereum, XRP, and Bitcoin Cash are all down 1% to 2%. Maker has re-entered the top-20 following near-30% gains, while Binance Coin, Bitcoin SV, and TRON are all down around 4%.
Top Stories for September 11, 2019 π₯
π LA football player shows support for Bitcoin
Russell Okung is an American football player who plays left tackle for the Los Angeles Chargers. He’s said to be something of a geek, and even likes Bitcoin!
Most recently, Okung changed his Twitter handle to “Pay Me in Bitcoin”. He’s also partnered with eToro to do a series of blockchain-related giveaways, with the label of “Monday Night Bitcoin”.
π Chinese cryptocurrency will be similar to Libra
In case you didn’t know, China’s central bank recently confirmed plans to launch its own state-backed cryptocurrency. Until now, very few details about the currency have been known.
Recent statements allege that the new Chinese cryptocurrency will be very similar to Libra, Facebook’s vision of a cryptocurrency. The token will be integrated into some of China’s most popular social media apps, including WeChat.
π Marshall Islands explains decision to issue cryptocurrency
Early last year, the Marshall Islands showed interest in launching its own cryptocurrency. Since then, things have come a long way, and the vision for the currency has been fleshed out.
In a recent Medium post, the nation explained its decision to issue a sovereign cryptocurrency, writing that relying on third part currencies like the Dollar means high fees and international finance’s fragility.