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Microsoft contractors are listening to your translated Skype calls

An explosive article in Motherboard alleges that contractors working for Microsoft are listening to the conversations of Skype users conducted through the app’s real-time translation service. The piece, penned by cybersecurity reporter Joseph Cox, cites a trove of internal documentation, screenshots, and audio recordings obtained by the publication. дальше »

2019-8-8 19:25


US SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce: US is not sitting ‘idle’ over crypto regulations

The global commerce has reached a point of no return, where the decision related to cryptocurrency may determine the near future of a country’s economy. As a result of the ongoing commotion, several crypto businesses are finding home in new geographies, and indirectly posing a threat to home governments while providing a leading-edge to others. дальше »

2019-8-5 13:57


Bitfinex, New York Attorney General’s legal battle set to go on after fresh extension

The ongoing tiff between crypto-giant iFinex and the New York Attorney General’s Office (NYAG) over Bitfinex’s jurisdiction continues to pique the interest of the cryptocurrency community. While the initial legal battle was limited to New York AG’s claims of Bitfinex covering its $850 million losses with Tether, the two continue to fight over Bitfinex’s jurisdiction […] The post Bitfinex, New York Attorney General’s legal battle set to go on after fresh extension appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

2019-7-30 13:35


Twitch streamer plans ‘SlutStream’ to combat sexual online harassment

For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. Today, KaceyTron, a longtime gaming streamer with almost half a million followers on Twitch, is raising awareness about the realities of online sexual harassment by organizing a “SlutStream” where women gamers will reunite together to reclaim the meaning of “slut” — an insult often hurled at female gamers. дальше »

2019-7-30 11:58


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Moonday Mornings: The US is suing a cryptocurrency exchange owner to the tune of $100M

Good morning, and welcome to Moonday Mornings. Let’s take a look at the cryptocurrency and blockchain headlines from over the weekend. 1. The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is going after digital asset traders and has begun sending them letters asking that they report their cryptocurrency holdings and pay their taxes, Coindesk reports. дальше »

2019-7-29 10:55


International Authorities Reveal Canada’s Enormous Influence on Italian Mobsters, a Form of “Criminal Blockchain”?

In an ongoing investigation entailing Italian mobsters, investigators were reportedly describing the ‘Ndrangheta mafia family as being a form of “criminal blockchain” reports The Next Web. As per the news outlet, such description is made in reference to the “decentralization of its internal power structures. дальше »

2019-7-25 20:24


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Another Self-Proclaimed Satoshi Appears in the High Profile Bitcoin Lawsuit

A new filing has been submitted to the ongoing Kleiman v. Wright case stemming from a man who claims to be Satoshi Nakamoto. The man, named Debo Jurgen Etienne Guido, has sent handwritten testimony to the Southern District of Florida courthouse asserting that he is the “genuine and only originator/creator” of the genesis block that […] The post Another Self-Proclaimed Satoshi Appears in the High Profile Bitcoin Lawsuit appeared first on Bitcoin News. дальше »

2019-7-24 21:00


Police demand access to sexual assault survivors’ phones — or have their case dropped

For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. In April 2019, police in the UK introduced new consent forms asking sexual assault survivors for permission to access their personal information stored on their phones. дальше »

2019-7-23 15:01


India’s Inter-Ministerial Committee recommends ban on private cryptocurrencies

While most countries have remained uncertain about cryptocurrencies and crypto-adoption, India perhaps leads the race in terms of keeping its citizens in the gray. With Right to Information (RTI) requests going vaguely answered and strange rumours about a ban floating around, India’s Ministry of Finance has now openly addressed the ongoing crypto-confusion. дальше »

2019-7-22 16:42


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US watchdog preps BitMEX probe over alleged illegal cryptocurrency trade

Cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX is being investigated by the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).   According to Bloomberg, which cites people familiar with the matter, the CFTC is looking into whether BitMEX broke the rules by allowing American customers to trade on the platform, which is not registered with the agency. дальше »

2019-7-19 15:06


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Bitcoin Is ‘Virtual Property’ Says Second China Court

China has officially recognized Bitcoin as a valid phenomenon for a second time after a court determined it is “virtual property. ” Bitcoin Is ‘Valuable, Scarce And Disposable’ As reported by Caijing quoting the China Securities Journal, a national newsletter published by the Xinhua News Agency, a court in Hangzhou made the judgement during an ongoing dispute between a cryptocurrency exchange and one of its users. дальше »

2019-7-19 15:00


Google has removed 7 ‘stalkerware’ apps from its Play Store

For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. Google has pulled seven tracking apps from the Play Store after Avast, a cybersecurity company, found they allowed people to stalk on their employees, children, or partner. дальше »

2019-7-18 17:39


Domestic abusers are using easily accessible apps to stalk and control their victims

For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. Hollywood has us believing that spyware technology is only used by secret-agent hackers who plant tracking devices in car wheels or in the soles of shoes. дальше »

2019-7-16 14:52


Sexual assault survivors are using this sex education app to regain confidence

For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. With female sexuality being a taboo topic, Ferly — an audio app that redefines the meaning of sex education — aims to help women connect with their bodies, and provide a safe space for survivors. дальше »

2019-7-15 17:22


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Canada relaxes rules for cryptocurrency exchanges despite ongoing QuadrigaCX saga

Reassurance for Canadians: Cryptocurrency exchanges across the nation will now only have to report transfers of more than CA$10,000 ($7,663). It comes after the Canadian government relaxed some of its new anti-money laundering regulations following feedback from payment service providers and cryptocurrency exchanges. дальше »

2019-7-11 15:50


Opera browser adds BTC and TRON support for crypto wallet

Along the ongoing crypto drive, leading businesses have begun fusing crypto-related services to harness an edge in the marketplace – a clear indication of mainstream adoption. While some have aims to disrupt and dominate cross-border payments, businesses like Opera and other Chromium-based web browsers are leading their niche markets in terms of enabling a crypto-friendly environment. дальше »

2019-7-11 13:30


Billionaire Chamath Palihapitiya says Bitcoin Is The ‘best hedge against the traditional financial system’

The entire world is currently facing economic uncertainties following the ongoing trade wars, the most prominent one being between the United States and China. Investors are therefore seeking alternative assets to gold and the US bonds and bitcoin is gaining traction due to its capacity to maintain a fierce rally amid the harsh economic times. дальше »

2019-7-10 12:01


XRP fan following on the rise; records a majority of positive tweets in every country

Even as Bitcoin continued to dominate yet another chart with a flow of exceptionally positive sentiment on Twitter, XRP recorded a majority of positive tweets in every country. Owing to Ripple’s ongoing developments, collaborations and the recent onboarding of several industry experts on its platform, the XRP community has been mostly positive about the technology […] The post XRP fan following on the rise; records a majority of positive tweets in every country appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

2019-7-9 19:30