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Post-Trade Market Infrastructure Giant DTCC Publishes Guidelines for Tokenized Securities
Global post-trade market infrastructure giant The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation has published guidance for the post-trade processing of tokenized securities
дальше »2019-3-14 23:05
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Trezor Responds to Ledger Report on Vulnerabilities in Its Hardware Wallets
Crypto wallet manufacturer Trezor has responded to a report from its competitor Ledger that describes vulnerabilities in its devices
дальше »2019-3-13 22:03
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Ledger Discloses Five Reported Vulnerabilities in Two Models of Trezor Hardware Wallets
Major hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger has unveiled several reported vulnerabilities in the devices of its direct competitor Trezor
дальше »2019-3-12 20:34
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SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce: Crypto Markets Should Self-Regulate When Possible
“Crypto Mom” Hester M. Peirce has argued in favor of self-regulation for cryptocurrency markets when possible
дальше »2019-3-11 12:10
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CipherTrace CEO Qualified by the Canadian Court As the First-ever Bitcoin Expert Witness
Dave Jevans, the CEO of blockchain security company CipherTrace testified in a Canadian Court as the first-ever qualified Bitcoin expert witness; the firm released the details of the court case on March 6. дальше »
2019-3-10 16:29
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Cybersecurity Startup Launches Blockchain-Based Malware Detection Marketplace
PolySwarm’s malware detection marketplace creates a platform where antivirus companies and cybersecurity experts compete and receive remuneration do detect threats. Replacing VirusTotal, it provides a better protection model for identifying and sharing information about malware for the benefit of users. дальше »
2019-3-8 16:00
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IBM X-Force Red Team Announces Blockchain Security Testing Service
According to a Forbes report published March 5, 2019, IT giant IBM’s cybersecurity team X-Force Red has launched a new blockchain testing service. The service is the latest to enter the rapidly inflating bubble of enterprise-level blockchain offerings. дальше »
2019-3-7 00:00
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SWIFT, HSBC, Deutsche Bank to Conduct Blockchain-Based E-Voting PoC
SWIFT announces blockchain-based e-voting proof-of-concept to be conducted by Singapore Exchange, HSBC, Standard Chartered and others
дальше »2019-3-7 20:14
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IBM Releases Security Testing Tool for Enterprise Blockchain Takers
New security offering from IBM aims at closing the gap in security practices for enterprise blockchain
дальше »2019-3-6 15:01
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Web apps will soon let you log in with hardware keys and fingerprints
Good news for security nerds (and the rest of us, really): WebAuthn (short for Web Authentication), a standard for authenticating your identity on the internet, has now been ushered in as an official standard by the World Wide Web Consortium and the FIDO Alliance. дальше »
2019-3-5 11:12
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PSA: Don’t give out your phone number for Facebook 2FA, use an app instead
It’s no secret that Facebook doesn’t respect your privacy in the least: we learned last October that the company used the phone number you provided for two-factor authentication to enable advertisers to target you. дальше »
2019-3-4 12:04
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#DeleteCoinbase: Exchange Users Respond to Acquisition of a Firm Run by Former Spyware Developers
Coinbase had acquired Neutrino, a startup run by former spyware developers. The community has responded with a #DeleteCoinbase campaign, but some clients are unable to deactivate their accounts due to technical problems дальше »
2019-3-3 15:05
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Bitcoin SV Team Rectifies Vulnerabilities for Multiple Bitcoin Blockchains
On March 1, 2019, the Bitcoin SV Team has detected three severe vulnerabilities in BSV. These bugs are believed to have been inherited from Bitcoin Core (BTC) and Bitcoin Cash (BCHABC). Bitcoin SV Team Detects Vulnerabilities The bitcoin SV Node Implementation Team, a branch of Craig Wright’s nChain, have remained steady in their unwavering commitmentRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-3-3 14:00
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Rhode Island Bill Would Exclude Some Tokens From Securities Laws
A new bill in the Rhode Island State Assembly would allow certain “blockchain tokens” to avoid state securities laws
дальше »2019-3-2 01:14
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Coinomi Allegedly Forwarded Passphrases to googleapis.com
Coinomi is facing an avalanche of criticism after being accused on February 27, 2019, of sending passphrases to googleapis. com, leading to the loss of over $70,000. Where’s the Money? In the past, crypto owners have lost funds due to errors made on the part of service providers such as the case of QuadrigaCX of forRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-3-1 04:00
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U.S. Government Returns a Fraction of Bitcoins Retrieved From the 2016 Bitfinex Hack
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex announced on Feb. 25 via a blog post that the U. S. government has handed over 27 BTC believed to be the proceeds of a hack in which the exchange lost almost 120,000 Bitcoins in a security breach in August 2016. дальше »
2019-2-26 19:29
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Hiding Cryptocurrency Assets – Just How Easy Is It?
In the early days, Bitcoin was often inaccurately considered to be an anonymous digital currency. We now know that’s not true. Bitcoin is pseudonymous in nature, not anonymous, highly transparent, and can be easily tracked through blockchain forensics tracking. дальше »
2019-2-23 16:59
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Quadriga CX Fiasco Highlights the Need for Crypto Insurance
A startup by the name of BitGo Inc. could be the answer to the menace of losing private keys of cold-storage crypto wallets, reports Bloomberg, February 19, 2019. Can too Much Safety Be Fatal? The recent fiasco surrounding the death of the CEO of Canadian cryptocurrency exchange Quadriga CX has rekindled questions regarding the safetyRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-2-21 20:00
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Coinmama Suffers Hack as 450,000 Users’ Information Compromised
In yet another high-profile hack of 2019, Coinmama saw the information of 450,000 of its users compromised in an attack that targeted 24 difference sites, according to reports from February 15, 2019. дальше »
2019-2-20 10:00
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India’s Cybercrime Detection Center Has Cryptocurrency Threats on its Radar
The National Cyber Forensic Lab has been created under the Union Home ministry’s Cyber Crime Coordination Center. The unit will focus its energy on cryptocurrency-related crimes to help police officers detect cyber fraud. дальше »
2019-2-20 06:00
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Recent Crypto Trojans Leave Mac Users on High Alert
It seems that Mac users are no longer immune to malware and viruses, as the latest string of crypto trojan attacks has proven that hackers can gain access and take control of Apple computers, The South African reported on February 18, 2019. дальше »
2019-2-19 16:00
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India Targets Cryptocurrency Crime аs Part оf Cyber Security Offensive
Indian government aids police fight against cybercrime including cryptocurrency-related activities
дальше »2019-2-19 12:06
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2.7 million patient calls to Swedish healthcare hotline left unprotected online
The audio recordings of 2. 7 millions calls made to 1177 Vely exposed for anyone with a web browser. Phone calls to the MEDICALL help service were stored as WAV audio files on an unsecured server. дальше »
2019-2-18 19:56
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SEC Obtains Preliminary Injunction Against Blockvest For Fraudulent Securities Offer
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a preliminary injunction granted against Blockvest LLC for unlicensed security offer. This overturns a previous court order, claiming that the SEC failed to prove that the token was a security. дальше »
2019-2-16 05:00
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Coinbase Wallet Allows Users to Backup Encrypted Private Keys on Google Drive and iCloud
Coinbase Wallet, a popular cryptocurrency storage app, received a new feature that allows users to store the encrypted version of their private keys on Google Drive and iCloud. The cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase announced this on Feb. дальше »
2019-2-14 14:29
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Berkeley Researcher Wants To Burn Crypto To The Ground
It appears as though Nicholas Weaver, a researcher at Berkeley, truly believes that the entire cryptocurrency sector should be "burned with fire".Read More. The post by Neil Matthew appeared first on BTCManager, Bitcoin, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency News дальше »
2019-2-12 06:00
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Cryptocurrency Exchanges Targeted by Fake Photo Scam
Research indicates that large cryptocurrency exchanges are increasingly being targeted by scammers using doctored photographs to trick two-factor authentication reset procedures. The attack once again highlights the importance of securing one’s own private keys and not entrusting security to a third party exchange. дальше »
2019-2-12 00:00
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Criminals Are Using Bitcoin Cleaners, Shady Airbnb Hosts, and Fake Uber Drivers to Launder Money
A recent CNBC news report has highlighted that cybercriminals are using sophisticated methods to launder money. Their nefarious schemes include using services like Airbnb and Uber to help turn fraudulent funds into cash. дальше »
2019-2-8 15:39
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Mozilla Will Now Block Crypto Miners on Firefox by Default
Mozilla’s latest version of Firefox features enhanced tracking protection which providers more content blocking options to the users. The upcoming browser version 67 could also block cryptocurrency miners by default, adding more protection to the users. дальше »
2019-2-7 22:24
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Altcoins Beware: An Overview of Recent 51% Attacks
The so-called 51% attacks are among the major security threats to digital currencies as they allow enable perpetrators to control the network and all transactions passing through it. What Is a 51% attack? Cryptocurrencies are bolstered by blockchain technologies or distributed ledgers which store information about all transactions ever made in a network. дальше »
2019-2-7 21:00
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Google’s new extension tells you if your passwords have been compromised
Google’s just launched a new Chrome browser extension that’s designed to help protect your online accounts from intruders. It really should just be built into the browser, but until that happens, you’ll want to install it – and hopefully never see it again. дальше »
2019-2-6 14:36
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New Instance of Monero Malware Sees Cryptojackers Target Linux Users
Hackers are set on cryptojacking for Monero as Linux users see another dedicated threat
дальше »2019-2-7 12:26
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Zcash Vulnerability Permitting Infinite ZEC Counterfeiting Fixed and Disclosed
The company behind Zcash patched and disclosed a vulnerability that could have permitted an attacker to coin infinite ZEC
дальше »2019-2-5 22:28
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Blockchain researchers are still finding critical vulnerabilities in EOS
Months after its nigthmarish launch, cryptocurrency and blockchain security researchers are still finding vulnerabilities in EOS, according to recent activity on breach disclosure platform HackerOne. дальше »
2019-2-5 17:46
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IOTA Community Helps Authorities With Arrest of Fraud Suspect
Europol announced the arrest of a 36-year-old fraud suspect who os believed to have created a fake seed generator. The man has been arrested due to a combined effort from the IOTA community and the law enforcement. дальше »
2019-2-5 17:44
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Parity Urges Users to Upgrade Ethereum Nodes Following Bug Discovery
Parity users have been told to upgrade their nodes after a vulnerability was discovered on February 3, 2019. Killing Bugs An attack on a blockchain is one of the most destabilizing things that could happen to a network, as can be seen with the 51 percent attack that took place on the Ethereum Classic networkRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-2-5 15:00
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A New Malware on Apple Mac Uses Browser Cookies to Steal Cryptocurrencies
According to Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42, a newly discovered malware which targets the Mac platform could be stealing browser cookies linked to cryptocurrency exchanges and wallet services used by its victims. дальше »
2019-2-5 13:44
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Parity Technologies Fixes Node Vulnerability, Urges All Ethereum Nodes to Update
Parity nodes should update to avoid security risk, say officials
дальше »2019-2-5 12:25
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The Crucible of Privacy: Why Decentralized Exchange Is the Only Way
Decentralization is a core principle of blockchain-based technology. It’s the most important and unique property of the many cryptocurrencies that have launched since the birth of Bitcoin. Decentralization facilitates a move away from centralized control and differentiates crypto from government-backed fiat currencies. дальше »
2019-2-5 11:29
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How Blockchain Security Applications Will Make the Internet a Safer Place
Blockchain security applications are being deployed against DDoS attacks, viruses and more. We outline some projects that are helping to protect us online. The post How Blockchain Security Applications Will Make the Internet a Safer Place appeared first on CoinCentral. дальше »
2019-2-5 19:52
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Cryptocurrency Investors Lost $1.7 Billion to Hackers in 2018, Claims Two New Reports
A new report from CipherTrace suggests that hackers stole $1. 7 billion worth of digital currency from investors in 2018 as organized crime is becoming more common. A separate report from Chainalysis suggests that two sophisticated criminal groups stole $1 billion, accounting for a massive portion of total cryptocurrency hacks. дальше »
2019-2-2 15:59
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Gemini Becomes World’s First Crypto Exchange to Complete a SOC 2 Review
Gemini, a U. S. -based regulated cryptocurrency exchange and custodian, has announced the completion of its Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type 1 examination conducted by Big Four auditor, Deloitte & Touche LLP. дальше »
2019-1-31 15:00
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Report: Majority of $11.4 Million Stolen in 2018 Iota Token Heist Has Been Found
A top member of the Germany-based Iota Foundation has said the majority of the ~$11 million allegedly stolen in a major Iota token heist last year has been found
дальше »2019-1-31 14:30
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1,675 ETH Stolen from Cryptopia in Second Attack of the Month
On January 29, 2019, Elementus reported that Cryptopia has suffered a second attack that led to the loss of 1,675 ether (ETH) tokens after suffering a similar attack on January 14, 2019. On January 15, 2019, New Zealand-based crypto exchange Cryptopia suspended activities after suffering a hack that led to significant losses. дальше »
2019-1-31 13:00
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How to Store Cryptocurrency on a Ledger Nano S [Step-by-Step Guide]
DISCLAIMER: This article is written to guide you through the process of storing your crypto securely. However, you should thoroughly research the areas outlined in this post and perform your own due diligence. дальше »
2019-1-31 23:27
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How to Store Cryptocurrency on a Ledger Nano S [Review + Step-by-Step Guide]
DISCLAIMER: This article is written to guide you through the process of storing your crypto securely. However, you should thoroughly research the areas outlined in this post and perform your own due diligence. дальше »
2019-2-1 23:27
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Terrorist Group Hamas Asks Supporters for Bitcoin Funding
On Tuesday, the terrorist group Hamas asked its supporters to send funds in Bitcoin as an attempt to deal with being financially isolated. According to the AFP, a spokesman for the group sent a message asking for the world’s most popular digital currency. дальше »
2019-1-30 21:29
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US Blockchain Firm Introduces Wallet for Digital Assets and Securities
United States-based blockchain firm TokenSoft has introduced its Knox Wallet for storing digital assets and securities
дальше »2019-1-30 01:10
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Japanese officials will target millions of IoT devices to help secure the Olympics
With the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games just one year away, Japan isn’t leaving anything to chance. On Friday, the country approved a law that would allow the government to hack into insecure IoT devices, in order to survey the number of easily-hackable gadgets that exist within the country. дальше »
2019-1-28 16:35
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Everybody hates cybersecurity professionals
What’s the worst job you’ve ever had? I’ll start. When I was 20, I spent six long months working as a Sharepoint developer for a massive UK-wide charity. Our team was small and horrendously overstretched, and I often helped out with helpdesk calls, where I’d inevitably spend much of my time explaining our stringent password requirements to disgruntled non-technical staff. дальше »
2019-1-25 16:59
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