Fee-free BTC?

There are simple ways to decrease bitcoin transaction fees that aren't being fully taken advantage of.

⛓️ ⛓️ January 23, 2018 ⛓️ ⛓️  "Praise by name, criticize by category."  ― Warren Buffett Got this from a friend? SUBSCRIBE HERE THE FEATURE How to Save on Bitcoin's Soaring Fees Rising fees seem to be the only thing people talk about in the bitcoin world these days. The crypto space is full of frustration and vitriol on the topic, as the average transaction fee has soared to $19, turning bitcoin's old claim to fame as a cheaper online payment method into a laughable assertion. But despite these increasing costs, and the long-running debate they've caused, developers and users argue there are simple ways to decrease fees that aren't being fully taken advantage of. Read the whole article Tweet Share Wait, there's more: UN Forms Blockchain Coalition to Help Tackle Climate Change The United Nations has formed a new coalition to research and adopt applications of blockchain technology to further action on climate change. Just Because It's Bad News for Your Crypto Coin Doesn't Mean It's FUD Not all unwelcome tidings can be dismissed as attempts to sow "fear, uncertainty and doubt," and shooting the messenger won't make the message untrue. Bear Grip Strengthens as Bitcoin Price Nears $10K Bitcoin prices look set to explore sub-$10,000 levels, leaving the bulls an uphill task to achieve a reversal. Microsoft, Hyperledger, UN Join Blockchain Identity Initiative Tech giant Microsoft and blockchain alliance Hyperledger and others have joined blockchain-based digital identity initiative, the ID2020 Alliance. China's Banking Regulator Pushes Blockchain Adoption for Credit Market China's banking regulator, the CBRC, thinks the country should double down on its adoption on blockchain technology to improve the credit market. Cryptocurrency Exchange BitFlyer Launches New EU Branch Japan-based bitcoin exchange bitFlyer has opened a new EU branch after receiving regulatory approval in Luxembourg. What's a Former CIA Lawyer Doing in Crypto? After decades at a white-shoe law firm, Russell Bruemmer is now advising blockchain startup Applied Philosophy Labs on token sales and governance. South Korea Announces Deadline for Halt of Anonymous Crypto Trading South Korea's financial watchdog has set a date for the introduction of a new rule barring anonymous virtual cryptocurrency trading accounts. Vermont City Pilots Land Registry Record With Blockchain Startup The City of South Burlington in Vermont is partnering with a blockchain startup to pilot a land registry ledger based on the tech. How to Save on Bitcoin's Soaring Fees Transaction fees are the talk of the bitcoin ecosystem, with many users upset by the rising cost to send funds, but there are simple ways to cut fees. US Senators Blast Venezuela's Oil-Backed Cryptocurrency Plan U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R.-Fl) and Robert Menendez (D.-NJ) have denounced Venezuela's planned cryptocurrency in a new letter. Bitcoin Slides More Than 10 Percent to Near $10,000 Level The price of bitcoin is down more than 10% today, according to CoinDesk's Bitcoin Price Index (BPI). SEC 'Looking Closely' at Public Company Blockchain Pivots, Says Chairman The SEC is investigating companies that have made recent waves in markets with their public pivots toward blockchain. Coinbase Taps Twitter Vet to Bolster Customer Support Coinbase has added Twitter's former vice president of operations and user services to its team in an effort to improve its customer service. Go to CoinDesk BTC: $10,325.16 -4.15%  ETH: $941.19 -6.21% @8:29 EST - More price details 👋 CoinDesk is Hiring 👋 Come join our great team here in New York City! Copyright © 2018 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 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list