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Crypto Project Shivom Project Shirks Questioning Behind Legal Troubles
In a December 10, 2018, Reddit post, user timberland outlined the shady practices behind “the world’s largest DNA data and healthcare services platform,” Shivom. Details regarding the departure of the firm’s co-founder missed deadlines, and the technical aspects backing the protocol have all been neglected. дальше »
2018-12-12 10:00 | |
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1.3 Million Bitmain S9 Bitcoin Miners Go Offline as Crypto Price Crash Continues
The total hash rate of the Bitcoin network has fallen by 31 percent since November, representing around 1. 3 million Bitmain S9 miners that have been turned off as they struggled to stay profitable in the bear market, BitMex revealed in a report on December 10, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-12 08:00 | |
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Blockchain Ecosystem ARK Joins Hands with Crowdsourced Security System Bugcrowd
ARK, a blockchain ecosystem, announced that it has sought out security and penetration testing services from world’s leading crowdsourced security platform Bugcrowd on December 11, 2018. The move makes up a part of a precautionary measure to find out vulnerabilities on the ARK ecosystem. дальше »
2018-12-12 02:00 | |
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South Korea’s Second Largest City to Develop Blockchain-Enabled Virtual Power Plant
The South Korean government will be spending four billion Korean won (KRW) ($3. 500. 000) to create and deploy a “virtual power plant” based on blockchain technology reports local media outlet Yonhap News on December 10, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-12 00:00 | |
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UNICEF Joins the Blockchain Movement, Set to Fund Various Blockchain Projects in Emerging Economies
In a bid to make it easier for innovators in emerging economies to solve real-life problems with distributed ledger technology (DLT ), the UNICEF Innovation Fund, has announced a move to invest heavily in six blockchain startups in developing and emerging economies, according to a press release on December 10, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-12 22:00 | |
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Australian Anti-Encryption Bill Reminds the Globe “Why Crypto?”
The Australian government has passed a controversial anti-encryption bill that allows law authorities to forcefully access sensitive consumer data encrypted by popularly-used technology companies and social applications, reported The Hacker News on December 10, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-11 20:00 | |
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Hackers Unfazed by Crypto Price Crash as they Double Down on Wallet Attacks
According to a report by ZDNet, published on December 10, 2018, cybercriminals have doubled-down on their efforts to hack into internet-exposed Ethereum wallets and mining equipment. Publicly Exposed Ports Risk Holders Wallets Per the report, cybercriminals are actively scanning for crypto equipment with port 8545 exposed online. дальше »
2018-12-11 18:05 | |
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Cyberpunk is Now, but Japan is Only ‘Kind of’ Crypto
Japan dominates the crypto headlines week in and week out. It has played the host country for a number of the industry’s largest hacks but also boasts massive retail uptake. In a recent article on the world of cryptocurrencies, The Wall Street Journal even felt obliged to travel to the Asian country to get the authentic scoop on the subject. дальше »
2018-12-11 16:00 | |
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HTC Blockchain Phone Exodus Sets Brave as its Default Internet Browser
According to a report by Finance Magnets, published on December 10, 2018, Taiwan-based mobile company HTC has that Brave (BAT) will be their blockchain-based smartphone Exodus’ default internet browser. дальше »
2018-12-11 14:00 | |
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BSV Network Is Vulnerable To Double Spending
Bitcoin Cash SV (BSV), a new token that recently emerged from the Bitcoin Cash hard fork on November 15, 2018, is currently vulnerable to double spending. According to an uploaded video on December 8, 2018, Vimeo user Reizu demonstrated that he was able to take advantage of the of the BSV network and spend two coins twice in a “0-confirmation. дальше »
2018-12-11 12:00 | |
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Zooko from ZCash Urges Community to Donate to AirDropVenezuela
On December 10, 2018, the co-founder of privacy-oriented cryptocurrency ZCash asked community members to participate in AirdropVenezuela. The charitable venue promises to raise $1,000,000 to support 100,000 Venezuelan citizens as well as promote adoption of the cryptocurrency wallet Airtm. дальше »
2018-12-11 10:00 | |
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Bitcoin Price Slump Forces Bitmain to Shut Down Israeli Center
Bitmain, the world’s leading bitcoin ASIC miner maker, is set to close its developmental center located in Ra’anana, Israel and lay off 23 employees, following the recent crash in the price of bitcoin and other cryptoassets, reported local news source, Globes on December 10, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-11 08:00 | |
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Conducting Security Token Offerings (STOs) in China Is Illegal
At a time when Security Token Offerings (STOs) are gradually gaining grounds in the cryptospace, with some observers predicting the new type of fundraiser will replace initial coin offerings (ICOs), deputy governor of the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) has made it clear that STOs are illegal in China, reported the South China Morning Post on December 9, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-11 06:00 | |
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South Korea: Shinhan Bank Turns to Blockchain Technology to Augment Financial Services
South Korea’s second largest bank has started a pilot project to implement a blockchain-based work process across a range of financial services and internal protocol management systems, reported Korea Times on December 10, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-11 04:00 | |
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Despite Crypto Downfall, Southeast Asian Countries Fast Turning into a Blockchain Hub
Southeast Asia is swiftly shaping into a blockchain hub, with most emerging and developed markets in the region firmly positioning themselves at the forefront by deploying blockchain-based products across a myriad of business verticals, reported The Asean Post on December 10, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-11 02:00 | |
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Abu Dhabi National Oil Firm Adopts IBM’s Blockchain Solution
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), a leading diversified energy and petrochemicals group that claims to produce roughly 3 million barrels of oil and 10. 5 cubic feet of natural gas daily, has joined forces with IBM to enable it integrate distributed ledger technology (DLT) into its operations and reduce risks while fostering transparency and efficiency, according to a press. дальше »
2018-12-11 00:00 | |
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ConsenSys, Steemit, and SpankChain Axe Staff Due to Bearish Crypto Market
It was not too long ago when euphoria surrounding the cryptocurrency industry reached its tipping point. The industry hit a record high market capitalization of $813 billion on January 8, 2018. Crypto came out of the rooms of geeky software developers and gamers into the mainstream, as almost every other ICO was able to raise millions, if not billions of. дальше »
2018-12-10 22:00 | |
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Bitcoin Drops Further as Much-Awaited Bitcoin ETF Is Pushed Down the Road: BTCManager’s Week in Review Dec 10
The price of bitcoin dropped by over 15 percent versus last week’s close after it became clear that the crypto markets will have to wait longer for a potential Bitcoin ETF to be approved in the U. S. дальше »
2018-12-10 20:00 | |
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Swiss Post and Swisscom to Develop Hyperledger-based Blockchain Platform
According to a joint press release published by Swisscom and Swiss Post, on December 6, 2018, the two state-owned entities have come together to form a “simple, secure, and sustainable” platform for blockchain applications in Switzerland. дальше »
2018-12-10 18:00 | |
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Should You Run a Masternode? An Analysis of the Pros and Cons of Staking Coins
If you are an avid participator in social media discourse in the crypto sphere, it is likely you have encountered the #masternodemebro hashtag on Twitter. The hashtag began gaining traction since July and had brought attention to masternodes and the role they play in the cryptocurrency space. дальше »
2018-12-10 16:00 | |
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Former Congressman Ron Paul Accuses U.S. Fed of Manipulation; Urges Cryptocurrency Detaxation
Former presidential candidate Ron Paul published an article titled “Trump Is Right, the Fed Is Crazy” in November 2018, pointing out for the immediate detaxation of cryptocurrencies and precious metals in the United States. дальше »
2018-12-10 14:00 | |
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Bitcoin Options Purchased For $1 Million Will Soon Become Obsolete
Last year in December 2017, just a few days after Bitcoin hit its peak, Ari Paul, a cryptocurrency fund manager at BlockTower Capital purchased Bitcoin Options with a strike price of $50,000 for almost $1 million on the Ledger X’s Trading platform. дальше »
2018-12-10 12:00 | |
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Digital Currency Group Launch Metaverse Ventures; to Fund Development on Decentraland
The Digital Currency Group (DCG), a coalition of blockchain venture capitalists, has announced the launch of a new fund called Metaverse Ventures. In a blog post published December 6, 2018, the group explained that the fund will be a “wholly owned subsidiary of DCG that will invest exclusively in companies building products and services for Decentraland. дальше »
2018-12-10 10:00 | |
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Congress Members Introduce Bills to Prevent Virtual Currency Price Manipulation
On December 6, 2018, Congressman Darren Soto (D-FL-09) and Ted Budd (R-NC-13), presented legislation fillings designed to avoid the price manipulation of virtual currency and to keep the U. S. leading the cryptocurrency industry. дальше »
2018-12-10 08:00 | |
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0x Launches Instant, a One-Click Solution to buy ERC Tokens from dApps
The 0x blockchain project has launched Instant, a modular software library that allows users to buy digital tokens from within a decentralized application (dApp) or website. In a blog post published December 6, 2018, the project’s marketing lead Matt Taylor explained that the service will present users with only the best prices for each token, streamlining the user experience. дальше »
2018-12-10 06:00 | |
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Binance Launches Subsidiary Account for Institutional Investors
On December 6, 2018, cryptocurrency exchange heavyweight Binance announced the launch of its sub-account support, exclusively for institutional traders. Binance revealed that multiple requests put forward by Binance users prompted the exchange to introduce the feature. дальше »
2018-12-10 02:00 | |
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Neufund Partners with Ledger to Launch Blockchain-Based Platform for Managing Security Tokens
Neufund, a platform that claims to enhance real-world assets with legally enforceable security tokens, has joined forces with Ledger, a France-based global manufacturer of hardware cryptocurrency wallets, to launch a highly secure blockchain platform to enable users to manage their real-world security tokens, according to a press release on December 6, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-9 22:00 | |
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SEC Slaps $50,000 Fine on Delaware-Based Crypto Investment Fund
On December 7, 2018, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a cease and desist order and a penalty of $50,000 against Delaware-based crypto assets fund firm CoinAlpha Advisors LLC. дальше »
2018-12-9 18:00 | |
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Ascertaining Identity in the Digital World Using Schnorr Signatures
Since humans were able to put his words into a written form, cultures have needed a way to ascertain the origin of documents. Once it became possible to communicate on paper, without the need to physically be in the same location, the necessity arose to verify that the words inscribed on the paper came from the rightful originator. дальше »
2018-12-9 14:00 | |
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U.S. Department of Defense Uncertain about Viability of Blockchains amid Soaring Hype
The U. S. Department of Defense is currently assessing the viability of blockchain technology for military-related applications, according to a recent report from C4ISRNET, a publication covering technological advancements in the defense sector. дальше »
2018-12-9 10:00 | |
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Canadian Crypto Exchange Coinsquare BuyCoin squares BlockEQ Wallet for $9 Million
Coinsquare, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges in Canada, has acquired BlockEQ, Stellar’s non-custodial crypto wallet, in a bid to expand its offerings beyond just digital asset trading, the company announced in a press release on December 6, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-9 06:00 | |
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Cryptocurrency Security startup Trustology Receives Funding from Two Sigma Ventures
Trustology, a London-based startup focused on developing technology designed to help investors protect their digital assets has just received an $8 million seed fund from Two Sigma, as reported by Reuters on December 6, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-9 03:00 | |
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Bearish Market Makes Chatspin Abandon Plans to Accept Crypto Payments
Chatspin, a popular live video streaming multi-platform app, is abandoning its plans to accept cryptocurrencies as a form of payment due to the significant losses in the value of Bitcoin and other coins have suffered this year, the company announced in a press release on December 6, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-9 00:00 | |
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What Bear Market? 29 Percent of Freelancers Would Like to be Paid in Crypto
According to a new study published by Humans. Net on December 7, 2018, almost one-third of freelancers would like to receive payments in cryptocurrency despite the current bear market, which has seen bitcoin drop to a new one-year low. дальше »
2018-12-8 21:00 | |
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BitGo Now Supports Universal Protocol Alliance Stablecoins
BitGo, a leading blockchain security and cryptocurrency custodian based in California, has formed a strategic alliance with the Universal Protocol Alliance. The partnership will enable BitGo to offer support for the latter’s cryptoassets, including its U. дальше »
2018-12-8 18:00 | |
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Seven E.U. Nations Sign Declaration to Explore Use Cases for Distributed Ledgers
As many as seven countries in the European Union are banding together to help promote blockchain technology throughout the continent, Financial Times reported December 4, 2018. The list of countries mostly comprises of southern members, including France, Italy, and Spain. дальше »
2018-12-8 16:00 | |
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South Africa: Crypto Exchange Platform VALR Launched in Partnership with Bittrex
Farzam Ehsani, former blockchain lead at Rand Merchant Bank (RMB), has launched his new business initiative named VALR, reports Tech Central, on December 6, 2018. Based in South Africa, VALR is a digital asset trading platform which has been launched in partnership with crypto exchange trading platform Bittrex. дальше »
2018-12-8 14:00 | |
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Gazprom Banking Department Announces Launch of Crypto Trading Service for 2019
On December 6, 2018, Gazprombank, the Russian bank’s Swiss division, is said to have been working with Avaloq and Metaco to implement a cryptoassets service that will allow its customers to deal in cryptocurrencies without the hassle of managing wallets or passwords. дальше »
2018-12-8 10:00 | |
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Lawsuit Filed Against Roger Ver, Bitmain, Kraken Over ‘Hijacking Bitcoin Cash Network’
On December 6, 2018, publicly listed American internet services company UnitedCorp filed a lawsuit against Bitcoin Cash proponent Roger Ver, the founder of bitcoin. com, bitcoin mining giant Bitmain and cryptocurrency exchange Kraken for allegedly hijacking Bitcoin Cash network unlawfully for personal benefit. дальше »
2018-12-8 09:00 | |
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Spark Blockchain Will Co-Host The 2018 ASEAN Digital Assets Summit on December 9
Boston, MA, December 7, 2018 – Spark Blockchain and Onexpo International will co-host the 2018 ASEAN Digital Assets Summit on December 9, 2018 at the Bangkok Convention Centre @ Central World in Bangkok, Thailand. дальше »
2018-12-8 06:00 | |
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Grin Implementation of MimbleWimble Looks to improve Bitcoin Privacy and Scalability
Whenever commentators speak about cryptocurrencies and blockchain, a recurring theme is privacy. This feature is becoming more and more growing population wish their information to be available onto a public ledger that accessible by governments, regulators or even close-knit associates like family and friends. дальше »
2018-12-8 02:00 | |
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Grin Implementation of MimbleWimble Looks to Improve Bitcoin Privacy and Scalability
Whenever commentators speak about cryptocurrencies and blockchain, a recurring theme is privacy. This feature is becoming more and more growing population wish their information to be available onto a public ledger that accessible by governments, regulators or even close-knit associates like family and friends. дальше »
2018-12-8 02:00 | |
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Open Source Project Allows e-Bike Rentals in Seconds over Bitcoin’s Lightning Network
Matthias Steinig, a German programmer, has developed a new mechanism that allows e-bikes to be rented in exchange for payments on the bitcoin Lightning Network. A prototype built using a modified bicycle is already fully functional and has been demonstrated in a video posted on Twitter. дальше »
2018-12-8 00:00 | |
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Blockchain Subscription Services Is Here with EIP-1337
Changing times and economic dynamics of the modern consumer, customers today are less keen on paying large amounts for products or services upfront. Instead, they believe in paying regular small installments, rather than paying the full value of a product to own it. дальше »
2018-12-7 22:00 | |
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Bitcoin ETF: SEC Postpones the Decision Until February 27, 2019
The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released an official statement on December 6, 2018, postponing the decision on VanEck’s Bitcoin ETF until February 27, 2019. The extension of review period by the financial watchdog didn’t bode too well for the already reeling crypto markets, as bitcoin’s value has since fallen by more than nine percent. дальше »
2018-12-7 21:00 | |
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Swiss Residents Can Now Buy Monero (XMR) at Bity-Operated Crypto ATMs
Blockchain startup Bity has announced that its cryptocurrency ATMs deployed across Switzerland will now support the purchase of Monero (XMR) tokens. The company has listed the addresses and operating hours of its machines in a post published December 4, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-7 20:00 | |
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R3 Adds Ripple as First Settlement Mechanism on New Payments dApp
R3, the world’s leading developer of enterprise blockchain solutions for business, launched a new global payment platform that uses Ripple’s XRP as its initial base currency, the company announced in a press release on December 5, 2018. дальше »
2018-12-7 18:00 | |
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Abu Dhabi Global Market Successfully Concludes First Phase of Blockchain-Based KYC Project
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) recently announced the successful completion of the first phase of a blockchain-based electronic-Know-Your-Customer (e-KYC) utility project. According to the press release published on December 4, 2018, the e-KYC had significantly simplified and improved the KYC process by providing an immutable audit trail. дальше »
2018-12-7 16:00 | |
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Ripple, Cardano, NEM, and Fetch.AI Form Lobbying Group in Europe
According to a report by Finance Magnets, published on December 5, 2018, Ripple (XRP), NEM, Fetch. AI, and Cardano (ADA) have come together to form a lobbying group in Europe. The aim of the group will be to “create a unified voice for the blockchain industry at the European level. дальше »
2018-12-7 14:00 | |
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