I'm interested in learning more about
crypto-currency based securities exchanges (not positive there isn't a better term for them, but we can discuss). Generally, referring to any securities exchange website that doesn't trade currency pairs, but rather shares of stock, bonds, options, futures, etc. where the unit of denomination is Bitcoin, Litecoin, etc.
A big question I have is:
ownership. For example, take a security like:
ASICMINER. This security seems to trade on multiple exchanges, at roughly similar prices, however, since no central "authority" exists, and these shares aren't traded in a 'block-chain' how is 'ownership' denominated, or transferred? Is it just a database entry on each exchange?? Can shares be transferred between exchanges? Who controls the float across multiple exchanges?
I would like to create a guide on ownership, denomination, dividends, ex. date, etc. and I'll try to keep this thread up-to-date with information I find.
To begin I've started a short list of known exchanges.
I know there are a lot more out there, so please reply, and I'll add them.
Exchanges Alphabetical Order:
Going to try to add "24 HR Average Reported Volume" (ARV) to the list...so if you know where to find these stats please say so.[/list]
News:
9/23/2013 -
http://thegenesisblock.com/btc-trading-corp-shutters-operations-cites-regulatory-environment/10/8/2013 - BitFunder USA Customer Notice
Important Notice (October 8th, 2013):
Please be advised that BitFunder is implementing the following rules and procedures:
As of October 8th, 2013, BitFunder will not accept new registrations from any United States persons or entities. All new registrants must supply the information required to obtain "Verified" status on their linked WeExchange account. BitFunder may, in its sole direction, decline to accept any new registrations.
As of October 8th, 2013, all current BitFunder users who are located in the United States or are determined to be United States persons or entities will not be able to enter into any new positions on the Bitfunder website, and, as of November 1, 2013, such users will also not be allowed to sell positions on the BitFunder website.
All current BitFunder users who are not United States persons or entities must supply the information required to obtain "Verified" status on their linked WeExchange account before November 1, 2013. Any such users who fail to provide the necessary information will not be able to enter into or sell positions on the BitFunder website as of November 1, 2013.
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