China to officially set blockchain engineers as a new occupation to promote employment amid global COVID-19 pandemic. The ongoing coronavirus pandemic is transforming blockchain companies, and its impact is not always negative for the blockchain industry. Amid the latest coronavirus crisis-fueled changes, China is taking another step toward blockchain adoption to officially recognize industry jobs.…
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A new study reveals that blockchain offers the best salaries in the UK’s technology industry. Digital lender, Capital on Tap, released figures that reveal Blockchain-related jobs offer the highest-paying salaries among all disruptive technology businesses in the UK. According to the UK-based firm, Blockchain has an average annual salary of GBP 75,000 (around $93041 USD).…
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Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, has announced 100 new hires despite the ongoing economic downturn. While global unemployment continues hitting new highs amid the coronavirus pandemic, the cryptocurrency industry is stepping in to shelter job losses, with some of the biggest companies in the space announcing their intention to hire new employees. Binance, the…
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Despite global recession in both crypto and traditional markets, many blockchain jobs continue to rise. Trillions of dollars have been injected into the global markets in an attempt to revitalize the world economy. The U.S. alone recently hit its highest unemployment rate in history. The whole world seems to be falling apart except for blockchain…
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OKCoin announces Hong Fang as its new CEO, as former CEO Tim Byun moves into a government relations role. Major United States cryptocurrency exchange OKCoin has announced that its current chairperson, Hong Fang, is taking over as CEO. Fang is a former Goldman Sachs banker, and early investor in OKCoin. She told Cointelegraph she will…
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BAE Systems, Inc., a U.S.-based contractor that provides support and service solutions for defense, intelligence, and civilian systems, is seeking cryptocurrency exploiters. BAE Systems, Inc., a United States-based contractor that provides support and service solutions for defense, intelligence, and civilian systems, is seeking cryptocurrency exploiters. BAE Systems listed an open position for so called cryptocurrency…
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The modern scourge of slavery: Can blockchain technology stop its spread and protect workers around the world? It’s a nightmarish scenario that is sadly familiar to many who are seeking work in foreign countries. Slavery and human trafficking — these are criminal industries that continue to flourish in many regions across the globe. Such problems…
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Pete Rizzo, long-time CoinDesk Editor-in-Chief, has started work at crypto exchange Kraken’s content production department. Pete Rizzo, former editor-in-chief at leading crypto news outlet CoinDesk, has started a new position at cryptocurrency exchange Kraken. Per a Jan. 15 announcement from Kraken, Rizzo’s new role as Editor-at-Large will entail responsibility for content production for the company’s…
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Blockchain will be the most in-demand hard skill in 2020, according to a new study by the educational subsidiary of professional social network LinkedIn. Blockchain will be the most in-demand hard skill in 2020, according to a new study by the educational subsidiary of professional social network LinkedIn. A newcomer to LinkedIn’s annual list of…
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Facebook’s Calibra is in search for two marketing specialists as the company continues the development of its Libra stablecoin project. Facebook’s Calibra is on the hunt for two marketing specialists as the company continues development of its Libra stablecoin project. The company is looking for a head of media, digital marketing and community and a…
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