Bitcoin and Blockchain News Feb 26, 2016

ChangeTip Launches 'Decentralised' Wallet in Bid for New Bitcoin Users -  Social tipping service ChangeTip has announced a new "decentralised" wallet service, citing demand from the bitcoin community. Called ChangeTip Wallet, the service lets customers more easily use the platform's social media integrations to send bitcoin, while gaining additional control over their account and funds. Daniel Palmer / Feb 26, 2016 01:44 pm Bitcoin Has No Leader, and Maybe That's a Good Thing -  Open-source software can be a democratizing tool, but what happens if that project has no leader? OB1 CEO Brian Hoffman believes this situation is playing out right now in bitcoin, but he contends the project might be better off without a single group in control. Brian Hoffman / Feb 26, 2016 10:30 am ASIC Chief: Blockchain Will Have 'Profound Implications' for Regulators -  The head of Australia's top securities watchdog said earlier this month that blockchain technology will have "profound implications" for how government officials regulate the marketplace. "Given the speed of change – we need to think about that tool kit now," he said. Stan Higgins / Feb 25, 2016 10:20 pm Payments Players Move on Blockchain Tech in Industry Shake-Up -  Amid a steady stream of positive news, incumbent payment companies are quickly launching products and services incorporating blockchain technology. But how will their new interest and investment impact the industry? CoinDesk contributor Bailey Reutzel explores. Bailey Reutzel / Feb 25, 2016 07:59 pm European Parliament Report Proposes Task Force on Digital Currencies -  A new European Parliament draft report on digital currencies calls for the creation of a task force specifically devoted to the technology. The publication of the report follows a hearing in late January during which MEPs discussed bitcoin and blockchain technology. Stan Higgins / Feb 25, 2016 06:22 pm Exchange Acquisition Consolidates Finland's Bitcoin Market -  Finland-based bitcoin broker Prasos has acquired local bitcoin exchange Coinmotion to add to its range of services. The acquisition by Prasos – which operates a bitcoin exchange called Bittiraha.fi, as well as a bitcoin ATM network in Finland – follows a trend of exchange consolidation over the past year. Stan Higgins / Feb 25, 2016 04:39 pm 21 Bitcoin Computer Now Shipping to 32 European Countries -  21 Inc has announced that its Bitcoin Computer mining device is now shipping to most European countries, including the UK, France, Germany and Italy. The news follows the company's recent expansion of sales to countries outside the US, starting with Canada. Daniel Palmer / Feb 25, 2016 03:27 pm Read More News, Features and Analysis → Industry Event Updates Get Noticed at Consensus 2016 Increase your exposure as an exhibitor in one of C16's networking lounges. Kiosks and knowledge bars are located in high traffic areas and in close proximity to keynotes and track sessions, providing a great opportunity to establish your presence, draw attention to your unique offering and conduct client meetings. Contact Peter Bordes, bordes@coindesk.com for more info. May 2-4 / Marriott Marquis / NYC View all upcoming events → Industry Press Releases 25 Feb - Spondoolies-Tech Receives Key Approval for Merger with BTCS 24 Feb - Blockchain Angels & VCs Europe: Educating & Connecting for Deal Flow 24 Feb - Launch of Australian Digital Currency Industry Code of Conduct Read More Press Releases → Thanks for subscribing to us. Use the code ' C16LOYALTY10' for a 10% discount on Consensus 2016 tickets.  Share this email Copyright © 2016 CoinDesk, All rights reserved. You're receiving this email because you subscribed for updates on our website. Our mailing address is: CoinDesk 636 Avenue of the Americas New York City, NY 10011 Add us to your address book view in browser / unsubscribe / update subscription Advertise on CoinDesk