Coinfloor, Coincheck, itBit, GOPAX, OKEx, SurBTC, The Rock Trading, Unocoin, Vaultoro and Zaif, with more coming soon.The data is collected using the exchanges’ APIs and, in some cases, by setting up dedicated connections with them. The current feeds lack standardized formatting and information: part of what ICE is providing is a single source that consolidates and standardizes the data, which will average out the information from the multiple sources into a more accurate overall view. Historically, the data currently only goes back to the initial integration; however, Blockstream is working with the exchanges to try and incorporate older data as well.Fowler told Bitcoin Magazine, “We believe that a consolidated data source, resulting from the combined participation of a strong and growing list of exchange partners globally, will enable us to address these gaps and thereby promote better liquidity, price stability, and public confidence in cryptocurrency as asset class.”CDF will include bitcoin and a wide range of cryptocurrencies and currency pairings on launch; the final list will be on their website. ICE will develop and publish a selection of criteria for decisions on the addition and/or removal of assets in the feed. This will be an ongoing process as the market evolves. Access to the real-time CDF will be available to subscribers of ICE Data Services’ Consolidated Feed in March 2018.
This article originally appeared on Bitcoin Magazine (https://bitcoinmagazine.com/).

Bitcoin Price Analysis: Potential Bearish Continuation Sets Up Lower Lows
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/articles/bitcoin-price-analysis-potential-bearish-continuation-sets-lower-lows/

Shortly after a sharp drop from the mid $14,000 to the lower $9,000s, bitcoin saw a strong bounce to the upper $11,000s. At the time of this article, bitcoin appears to be consolidating and is ready to make its next move:

Figure 1: BTC-USD, 1 Day Candles, Macro ViewIn the previous BTC market analysis, we discussed the distribution trading range the market fell out of as it reached for lower support boundaries. Ultimately, it found support on the macro 50% retracement values near $10,000. Once it broke south of the trading range, the price fell sharply and with high volume:

Figure 2: BTC-USD, 15 Minute Candles, Current Support and Resistance LevelsAfter bouncing off the macro 50% values, the market rallied and ultimately tested the linear trendline shown in Figure 1. Now, after several failed attempts to break the linear trendline’s resistance, the market finds itself in a consolidation pattern where it decides where it will move next.

Figure 3: BTC-USD, 60 Minute Candles, Potential Bear FlagOne possibility to keep a close eye on is this potential, strong bear flag. After finding support on the macro 50%, the subsequent rally saw decreasing volume throughout the length of the movement. This sort of price action could potentially lead to a bearish continuation with a measure move between $4000 and $5000 — a price target of approximately $6,000 – $7,000. If a drop of this magnitude continues the downtrend, we can expect to find support on the 61% macro Fibonacci retracement values shown in Figure 1.It’s important to note that bitcoin has a penchant for breaking upwards when all signs say “down,” so tread lightly and wait for confirmation of the move. Confirmation of the bear flag breakout would show a pretty obvious outlier in volume, combined with wide price spread.Summary:Bitcoin recently saw a steep drop in price where it ultimately found a local bottom in the low $9,000s.
Since it bottomed out, it has seen a rally on decreasing volume which leaves the door open for a bearish continuation.
If the bearish continuation continues, expect support on the 61% macro retracement values.
Trading and investing in digital assets like bitcoin and ether is highly speculative and comes with many risks. This analysis is for informational purposes and should not be considered investment advice. Statements and financial information on Bitcoin Magazine and BTC Media related sites do not necessarily reflect the opinion of BTC Media and should not be construed as an endorsement or recommendation to buy, sell or hold. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
This article originally appeared on Bitcoin Magazine (https://bitcoinmagazine.com/).

Battle-Testing Lightning: 26 Schools Start Contest to Secure Bitcoin’s Layer 2
https://www.coindesk.com/battle-testing-lightning-26-schools-start-contest-secure-bitcoins-layer-2/

Organizers hope a new competition will spur security advances for Lightning, but also steer bitcoin debates in more constructive directions.

Lightning Network May Not Solve Bitcoin's Scaling 'Trilemma'
https://www.coindesk.com/lightning-network-may-not-solve-bitcoins-scaling-trilemma/

It isn’t possible to have decentralization, a fixed money supply and sufficient liquidity for an efficient payments system, says Frances Coppola.

Public Blockchain's Lure Will Become Irresistible for Enterprises in 2018
https://www.coindesk.com/public-blockchains-lure-will-become-irresistible-enterprises-2018/

Decentralized public blockchains are the only way enterprises will commit to digitizing services in an interoperable manner, says EY's Paul Brody.

Contortions for Compliance: Life Under New York's BitLicense
https://www.coindesk.com/contortions-compliance-life-new-yorks-bitlicense/

New York passed the BitLicense in a vacuum. Now state and federal laws are catching up, often with poor coordination, causing a compliance nightmare.

Opening Hyperledger: Consortium to Create Experimental Labs for Startups
https://www.coindesk.com/opening-hyperledger-consortium-create-experimental-labs-startups/

An effort to connect startups with companies formally recognized by Hyperledger, the measure may accelerate the rate at which new ideas find traction.

Don't HODL, BUIDL: How Blockchain Tech Will Add Value in 2018
https://www.coindesk.com/dont-hodl-buidl-blockchain-tech-will-add-value-2018/

The question is what can we solve, enhance, or deliver that will make individuals or organizations produce more, be more efficient or enjoy life more?

Indian State Partners With Fund To Launch Blockchain Ecosystem
https://www.coindesk.com/indian-state-partners-fund-launch-blockchain-ecosystem/

The Indian state of Andhra Pradesh announced a partnership with Covalent Fund to kickstart a blockchain ecosystem at its Fintech Valley Vizag.

Opera Browser Adds Cryptocurrency Miner Protection for Smartphones
https://www.coindesk.com/opera-browser-introduces-cryptocurrency-miner-protection-for-smartphones/

The Opera web browser is now protecting smartphones from cryptocurrency miners embedded in websites, the company says.

IMF Calls for International Cooperation on Cryptocurrencies
https://www.coindesk.com/imf-calls-for-international-cooperation-on-cryptocurrencies/

The IMF has voiced concerns over the risks involved with cryptocurrencies and has called for global talks and cooperation.

Korean Cryptocurrency Exchange Korbit Halting Deposits from Foreigners
https://www.coindesk.com/korean-cryptocurrency-exchange-korbit-halting-deposits-from-foreigners/

South Korea's Korbit exchange has informed users that non-citizens will soon not be able to deposit funds for trading.

What a Facebook Blockchain Token Might Look Like
https://www.coindesk.com/facebook-blockchain-token-might-look-like/

If Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg really wants to experiment with decentralized systems, a publicly issued crypto-token would be hell of a way to do it.