Following the 4th anniversary celebrations, we are proud to announce that we now have 3 million users around the globe! But we don’t just stop here – in July, we continued to implement updates to the system, including Anti-Phishing Code, a new security feature on the Exchange, Block Explorer 2.0, new GitHub activities page and some more exciting updates for an enhanced user experience on Crypto.com Chain. New listings were also added on Crypto Earn, and the Syndicate sale on ALGO, KNC, and NEO all saw huge success! Read on to find out what have we achieved in July:
Highlights:
3 Million Users Worldwide
We now have 3 million users worldwide, just 2 months after we hit 2 millions! Thank you for all of your support over the past 4 years. Buckle up – for we have more rounds around the moon to come!
Introducing Recurring Buy on the Crypto.com App
Recurring Buy, one of the most frequently requested features, is now on the Crypto.com App! Users can now automate their Bitcoin purchases on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis, as low as $50 USD, up to 5 recurring buys per month.
More coins will be added into this feature in the coming weeks. Learn more here.
Crypto.com Exchange Launches the Trading API Race with $1M+ Prize Pool
In July, we launched our Exchange’s 1st Trading API Race with $1M+ prize pool, including USD$1K worth of CRO for the first 1,000 eligible participants, and USD$10K worth of CRO for the user with the highest trading volume. View the leaderboard here.
Crypto.com Chain Dev Update #10
The Crypto.com Chain Dev Update #10 is here – introducing Block Explorer 2.0, Chain Indexing open sourcing, updated features in the Node.js library and the successful compilation of the chain-core crate into WebAssembly (WASM). More details here.
Crypto.com Chain Updates
We have also implemented the below updates on the Crypto.com Chain:
- New GitHub Activities Page to keep developers engaged on our activities and open source projects
- Updated Chain Documentation Page for a better user experience
Crypto.com App Updates:
New Payment Currencies Available on Crypto.com App
AUD, NZD, HKD, TWD, NOK, SEK, DKK, CHF and PLN are now added to the Crypto.com App as the latest payment currencies. By selecting your local currency as your payment currency on the App, you will be able to avoid FX fees from your bank, and view App balances in your local currency.
Algorand (ALGO) Added to Crypto Earn
We have added ALGO to Crypto Earn! Users can now earn up to 6.5% p.a. on their deposits, paid in ALGO. Crypto.com Private users will earn up to 8.5% p.a. Read more here.
Kyber Network (KNC) Added to Crypto Earn
We have added KNC to Crypto Earn! Users can now earn up to 6% p.a. on their deposits, paid in KNC. Crypto.com Private users will earn up to 8% p.a. Read more here.
Elrond (ERD) Added to Crypto Earn
We have added Elrond (ERD) to Crypto Earn! Users can now earn up to 6% p.a. on their deposits, paid in ERD. Crypto.com Private users will earn up to 8% p.a. Read more here.
ALGO Earn Deposits Campaign
We launched an exclusive Crypto Earn campaign for ALGO hodlers, featuring a Deposits Competition (100 winners) and 2x Interest Bonus with USD$10,000 up for grabs. Check out the full details here.
Waltonchain (WTC) Exclusive Campaign
We launched a Waltonchain (WTC) Exclusive Campaign with rewards equivalent to US$6,500 in WTC! More details here.
Elrond (ERD) Exclusive Campaign
We launched a Elrond (ERD) Exclusive Campaign with rewards equivalent to US$30,000 in ERD! More details here.
Enhanced Interest Rate for ETH and EOS on Crypto Earn
We have increased the interest rates for EOS (7.5% p.a.), ETH, XRP, LTC and BCH (5.5% p.a.) on Crypto Earn! Learn more here.
Compound (COMP) Listed on App
COMP is now listed on the Crypto.com App. Buy and sell COMP at true cost with bank transfer and credit card here.
CHR Listed on App
CHR is now listed on the Crypto.com App. Buy and sell CHR at true cost with bank transfer and credit card here.
BAND Listed on App
BAND is now listed on the Crypto.com App. Buy and sell BAND at true cost with bank transfer and credit card here.
ERD Withdrawal/Deposit Enabled
Withdrawals and deposits of ERD (ERC20) are now enabled on the Crypto.com App.
NEO Withdrawal/Deposit Enabled
Withdrawals and deposits of $NEO are now enabled on the Crypto.com App.
Cardano Shelley Hard Fork
Crypto.com supported Cardano’s Shelley Hard Fork on 29 July. Read more about it here.
Crypto.com Pay Updates:
Pay Checkout x BC Vault Integration
Crypto.com Pay is now accepted at BC Vault. Get your hardware wallet here and enjoy 10% off & up to 10% back using Crypto.com Pay (for a limited time only!). Learn more here.
Crypto.com Pay X Kudelski Security
We are pleased to announce that Kudelski Security, a Swiss leading cybersecurity company, has integrated the Crypto.com Pay Invoice Service. Clients of Kudelski Security can now pay invoices in crypto. Read more here.
Pay Gift Card Coming to New Zealand! More are added to Australia and Europe!
Stay Home Stay Safe – shop online using Crypto.com Gift Cards and earn up to 20% Pay Rewards! Details here.
Crypto.com Exchange Updates:
Anti-phishing Code for Exchange Users
We have introduced an additional security feature for Crypto.com Exchange – Anti-Phishing Code!
Learn how to set up the Anti-Phishing Code in your account and receive future emails from Crypto.com Exchange containing the code here.
Algorand (ALGO) Listed on the Syndicate
ALGO was listed on The Syndicate at 50% off on the Crypto.com Exchange. The event was a success: 65.1x oversubscribed, 1.9M ALGO allocated, 115.3M CRO contributed by 7,782 users. Read more about the event here.
Kyber Network (KNC) Listed on the Syndicate
KNC was listed on The Syndicate at 50% off on the Crypto.com Exchange. The event was a success: 66.5X oversubscribed, 308K KNC allocated, 118M CRO contributed by 8,017 users. Read more about the event here.
NEO Listed on the Syndicate
NEO was listed on The Syndicate at 50% off on the Crypto.com Exchange. The event was a success:66.5x oversubscribed, 42.6k $NEO allocated, 102.2M CRO contributed by 7,748 users. Read more about the event here.
DAI will be Listed on Syndicate
DAI will be listed on Syndicate on 4 Aug 2020, 6am UTC. All Crypto.com Coin (CRO) stakers will be able to participate in a discounted sale event for 500,000 USD worth of DAI at 50% off. View details here.
ALGO Listed on Exchange
Crypto.com Exchange lists ALGO! Trade ALGO in USDT, BTC and CRO pairs now.
KNC Listed on Exchange
Crypto.com Exchange lists KNC! Trade KNC in USDT and CRO pairs now.
NEO Listed on Exchange
Crypto.com Exchange lists NEO! Trade NEO in USDT, CRO, and BTC pairs now.
Algorand (ALGO) on Soft Staking
ALGO is now on Crypto.com Soft Staking. Users can now earn up to 2% p.a. paid daily in ALGO on Crypto.com Exchange. Details here.
Kyber Network (KNC) on Soft Staking
KNC is now on Crypto.com Soft Staking. Users can now earn up to 2% p.a. paid daily in KNC on Crypto.com Exchange. Details here.
NEO on Soft Staking
NEO is now on Crypto.com Soft Staking. Users can now earn up to 3% p.a. paid daily in NEO on Crypto.com Exchange. Details here.
CRO/ETH pair on Bittrex Global
The CRO/ETH trading pair is live on Bittrex Global. Check it out here.
CRO/EUR on Bittrex Global
The first CRO/EUR trading pair is now available on Bittrex Global. More details here.
CRO Listed on BitMax
CRO is now listed on BitMax with CRO/USDT trading pair! More details here.
Card Updates:
GBP Top up for MCO Visa Card UK
UK cardholders can now top up their MCO Visa Card with GBP from their Fiat Wallet, in addition to top-up from Crypto wallet (BTC, ETH, LTC, XRP and stablecoins) and Credit/Debit cards.
Learn how to set up GBP Bank Transfer via FPS here.
Community Updates:
Kris’ Keynote at the Asia Blockchain Summit
On 15 July, our CEO Kris Marszalek shared Crypto.com’s ecosystem, evaluated the crypto card market for the next few years and discussed the main driver for strong growth momentum during his keynote and interactive Q&A session at the Asia Blockchain Summit 2020.
Bobby’s Panel at the Asia Blockchain Summit
On 15 July, our Co-founder Bobby Bao discussed factors that have contributed to the success of Crypto.com and the attractive use cases of Crypto.com Pay during his panel discussion at the Asia Blockchain Summit 2020.
Jason at RSA Conference
Our CISO Jason Lau has been invited as an Ambassador of RSA Conference this year, and shared our journey to being one of the first companies worldwide to get ISO27701. More details here.
New Chief People Officer
We are thrilled to welcome Wendy Montgomery as our Chief People Officer. Wendy brings a wealth of experience to the company, as we continue to rapidly scale our 500+ strong team. Read more here.
Live AMA with Sean Lee, CEO at Algo Foundation and Sean Ford, COO of Algorand
We had a live AMA with Sean Lee, CEO of Algo Foundation, and Sean Ford, COO of Algorand on Crypto.com Twitter on 16 July. Watch the AMA here.
Live AMA with Loi Luu, Co-Founder & CEO at Kyber Network
Let’s talk DeFi: We were joined by Loi Luu, Co-Founder & CEO of Kyber Network, on 23 July for a live AMA on our Twitter. Watch the AMA here.
Live AMA with John Wang, Director, Ecosystem Growth at NEO
On 28 July, we had a Live AMA session with John Wang, Director, Ecosystem Growth of NEO on Crypto.com’s Official Telegram Channel. Read the recap here.
Live AMA with Kris and Tom Albright, CEO at Bittrex Global
On 29 July, our CEO Kris Marszalek had a Live AMA session with Tom Albright, CEO at Bittrex Global on Crypto.com Twitter. Watch the AMA here.
News and Reviews:
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- CoinTelegraph
Wirecard Folds: A Blow to Crypto Cards, but a Chance for Blockchain
- CoinDesk
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First Mover: Crypto.com’s Chain Token Dominated Markets in June With 33% Gain
- Bitboy Crypto
New Features are Available on Crypto.com
Crypto.com Reactivates MCO Visa Cards in Europe and UK
The Trading API Race Is Rolling Out on Crypto.com with Prizes over $1 Million
Crypto.com Adds Australian and New Zealand Dollar to Its App
Crypto.com Is Launching Exciting New Features
Compound is Now Available on Crypto.com App
Crypto.com Adds KNC to Crypto.com Soft Staking and Rolls Out WTC Exclusive Campaign
Join Crypto.com Now to Enjoy All of its Benefits
- Cryptoast.fr (FR)
Crypto.com prolonge l’offre réduisant les frais à 0 et doublant le cashback
The Syndicate : Crypto.com organise une vente de NEO à moitié prix
- Journal Du Coin (FR)
Bitcoin qui stagne, nouveau hack DeFi et réactivation des cartes crypto.com #JTduCoin n°129
Reviews
- Bitboy Crypto
Binance Joins the Crypto Debit Card Race Led by Crypto.com
- Crypto Briefing
All You Need to Know About Crypto.com’s Europe MCO Visa Card
