Litecoin announces upgrade, #eToro launches in the US, Tippin.me takes off, #QuadrigaCX gets an extension and Enjin coin soars 70% — The Crypto2Cash Chronicle

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Litecoin announces upgrade

Users of Litecoin now have the option to install a major new upgrade, version 0.17.1, which is said to offer better performance and improved translation. The upgrade comes at a time where Litecoin is doing exceptionally well, currently trading at $55.50, regaining it’s place among the top cryptocurrencies and being sharply up since bottoming out at $22 in December. It is possible that the price rally is due to the halving, that is happening in August, as prices usually spike in these events.

(Source: Cryptovest, Coindesk)

Etoro launches in the U.S.

Social investment and trading platform eToro has announced that it will soon be launching it’s platform and cryptocurrency wallet in 30 different U.S. states. Users will be able to invest in Bitcoin and 12 other cryptocurrencies, with more being added over time. The cryptocurrency offering by Israel based eToro already has around 10 million users from 140 different countries and could bring a big boost to the American crypto space.

(Source: Bitcoin.com)

Tippin.me takes of

The tipping and micropayment app Tippin.me, created around 3 months ago, is receiving tremendous support by the crypto community. According to founder Sergio Abril the App sees around 200 new users everyday, and already has around 14,100 total users. The app runs on the Lightning network and is designed to make small Bitcoin payments easier by giving users a simple custodial wallet and eliminating the need to open up a lightning node to receive payments. Users are also able to link their wallet to their Twitter account, mainly due to Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey being a huge fan of the service.

(Source: Bitcoinmagazine)

QuadrigaCX gets an extension

Canadian crypto exchange QuadrigaCX, which has been in the news for many weeks due to it’s missing $190 million in crypto, has now been granted an extra 45 days to locate it’s funds. The decision was made by a Canadian judge, meaning that the exchange can not be sued by it’s customers during this period of time.

(Source: Cryptoslate)

Enjin Coin soars 70%

Gaming cryptocurrency Enjin Coin is up 70% after a partnership with Samsung was confirmed by news outlets. The Enjin wallet will be integrated into the new Samsung S10 smartphone among many other cryptocurrencies and is a currency for virtual goods such as collectibles and in-game items. The boost in price is not surprising, considering that the new Samsung S10 is expected to have a reach of 45 million users.

(Source: Coindesk)