Coinsquare Engaging with Canadian Regulators
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by Adam Sawicki
4y ago
Coinsquare is engaging with Canadian regulators to establish industry standards for online platforms that offer trading in cryptoassets and related financial services. On March 10, 2020, together with four other Canadian-based platforms, we responded to Canadian Securities Administrators’ (CSA) Staff Notice 21-327 Guidance on the Application of Securities Legislation to Entities Facilitating the Trading of Crypto Assets. The Staff Notice sets out the position of CSA staff that a platform that does not immediately deliver cryptoassets purchased on the platform to its customers is likely dea ..read more
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How to Avoid Cryptocurrency Scams
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by Niti Oza
4y ago
Scammers are evolving along with technology at an alarming rate. People have been scamming each other as far back as 200 A.D.! The scams are getting more technical, but the M.O. is still the same: scammers want what you have. In the world of cryptocurrency, it’s important to know what the latest scams are, and how to protect yourself. Cryptocurrency can be complicated and confusing for new users – all of which makes them an ideal target for scammers. This article will show you the current, major cryptocurrency scams – and provide tips on what to look for and how to avoid them. After all, th ..read more
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Why is Bitcoin Rising? Cryptocurrency Adoption in Canada
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by Pamela Porter
4y ago
Key Findings: Over the past year, more people In Canada have searched for “Bitcoin” on Google than “Banks” or “Kim Kardashian” 76% of Canadian participants were familiar with the concept of Cryptocurrency. From those 76% – 97% are already aware of what Bitcoin is. The awareness of Bitcoin is moving towards the mainstream, the Oxford English Dictionary recently added the word “Satoshi”, which is the smallest unit of a Bitcoin. Cryptocurrency has come a long way since its early days as “ecash” in the 1980s. Now, there are more than 1,000 cryptocurrencies in use, and the ownership and awaren ..read more
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Mining Bitcoin: How to Mine Bitcoin
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by Niti Oza
4y ago
Introduction to Bitcoin Mining Mid-19th century California gold miners were called “forty-niners” after the year 1849, but this rush actually spanned from 1848-1853; it took five years for a quarter million people to flood the state in search of “free wealth”. Satoshi Nakamoto first published the white paper on cryptocurrency back in 2008, and Bitcoin was launched in 2009. Today, in 2019, there are at least a million bitcoin miners around the world. A single bitcoin (or “1 BTC”) is worth almost $10,000, give or take a few hundred dollars, and there are around 1,800 new bitcoins mined e ..read more
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How to Increase Your Coinsquare Account Security
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by Pamela Porter
4y ago
Coinsquare takes client security very seriously, and we value client awareness and participation in our security features.  Despite the numerous behind-the-scenes security protocols Coinsquare has in place, there are some additional security measures our clients can take to protect their accounts. The two most advised security features Coinsquare recommends implementing are two-factor authentication (2FA), and a complex password generator.  There are additional security measures clients can take, like ensuring their emails are secure, or educating themselves on the risks of phishing, but 2 ..read more
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How to Increase Your Coinsquare Account Security
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by Pamela Porter
4y ago
Coinsquare takes client security very seriously, and we value client awareness and participation in our security features.  Despite the numerous behind-the-scenes security protocols Coinsquare has in place, there are some additional security measures our clients can take to protect their accounts. The two most advised security features Coinsquare recommends implementing are two-factor authentication (2FA), and a complex password generator.  There are additional security measures clients can take, like ensuring their emails are secure, or educating themselves on the risks of phishing, but 2 ..read more
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Coinsquare’s Approach to Security and Regulations In Canada
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by Niti Oza
5y ago
Security and Regulations at Coinsquare When it comes to dealing with assets, digital or otherwise, security is paramount. Moreover, working in a decentralized market – like we do with cryptocurrency – begets a need for structure and regulations. Coinsquare values and respects the need for both. With an industry-leading Compliance Program, robust security protocols, and a transparent approach, Coinsquare has developed a client-focussed approach to security and regulations in Canada. We know first hand and fully appreciate the challenges and complexities involved in operating a digital a ..read more
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How to Mine Bitcoin
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by Niti Oza
5y ago
Introduction to Bitcoin Mining Mid-19th century California gold miners were called “forty-niners” after the year 1849, but this rush actually spanned from 1848-1853; it took five years for a quarter million people to flood the state in search of “free wealth”. Satoshi Nakamoto first published the white paper on cryptocurrency back in 2008, and Bitcoin was launched in 2009. Today, in 2019, there are at least a million bitcoin miners around the world. A single bitcoin (or “1 BTC”) is worth almost $10,000, give or take a few hundred dollars, and there are around 1,800 new bitcoins mined e ..read more
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Stellar Lumens (XLM) : A Simple Guide on How to Buy and Sell XLM
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by Niti Oza
5y ago
Buy Digital Currencies on Coinsquare What is Stellar? Stellar is a blockchain based platform released in 2014. The Stellar network facilitates global cross-asset transfers and boasts very fast transactions. The native currency on the Stellar network is called Lumens (XLM). Lumens are a part of the new wave of cryptocurrency deviated from the Ripple code. Although, Lumens have become its own unique asset over the years. How Does Stellar Work? Similar to Bitcoin and other networks, at its core concept – Stellar is a decentralized network utilizing blockchain technology. The infor ..read more
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#IntlRoundup: Regulation Gets Sharper in the U.S., the EU, and Malta
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by Jack Filiba
5y ago
As part of our weekly international roundup, Coinsquare News covered the week’s significant cryptocurrency and blockchain headlines. In this edition, we look at the SEC’s recent letter vowing not to take action against TurnKey Jets’s unregulated ICO, the launch of a blockchain-focused association in the EU, and more.   The SEC’s “No Action Letter” could serve as a framework for crypto startups This week, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission broke new ground when it issued a letter stating that it will not take action against a startup that used digital assets to secure funding ..read more
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