Bitcoin Falls off a Cliff
ShapeShift cryptocurrency platform has started asking customers for personal information in what will be an increasing trend for firms to conform to a version of know-your-customer rules. This would be an important step in increasing the legitimacy and assets of cryptocurrency. Enhanced transparency for cryptocurrencies is also a high priority for government regulators in getting comfortable with the market.
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