Cryptocurrency users are some of the biggest threats to the future of Bitcoin and altcoins. Although that may not necessarily be a popular opinion, a recent FUD campaign targeted at the KuCoin exchange shows how some users are purposely destroying this industry from within. It’s a very worrisome development, although […]
Author: JP Buntinx
6 Things People Take for Granted When Using Centralized Crypto Exchanges
In the world of cryptocurrency, centralized exchanges are still a very common sight. That is a bit unusual, especially in an industry where decentralization is the main selling point. Even so, there are several positive aspects of centralized exchanges, especially during these early stages of the cryptocurrency industry. 6. High […]
6 JPY Exchanges Dominating Japan’s Bitcoin Trading Landscape
Cryptocurrency is a very popular industry in Japan. Ever since the government legalized Bitcoin as legal tender, demand for this speculative asset has not declined by any means. Various exchanges allow people to buy Bitcoin with Japanese yen. The following platforms are listed in alphabetical order, as their daily trading […]
Litecoin Price: Major Gains Push Value Above $60 Again
Today may prove to be a very interesting day for the cryptocurrency industry as a whole. A lot of currencies are in the green again, even though the overall momentum remains very brittle. The Litecoin price is going through a very positive spell right now, as its value has successfully […]
Ethereum Price: Dip Below $310 Triggers Sharp Rebound
It has always been difficult to make sense of the cryptocurrency markets and their momentum. Today is no different, even though there are some very bothersome trends. Despite a small push by Bitcoin, the Ethereum price remains well behind. It is evident a lot of speculators are cooling off on […]
Chilean Crypto Firms Continue to Snub Banks’ Hostile Attitude Toward Bitcoin
Boosting overall merchant adoption of cryptocurrencies is always a good idea. It appears Bitcoin is making a lot of inroads in countries where people would least expect it. Chile, for example, will see an influx of new cryptocurrency merchant tools in the coming weeks. Big Changes Are Coming to Chile […]
3 Types of Cryptocurrency Cloud Mining Contracts Worth Looking Into
A lot of people have shown a great interest in cryptocurrency cloud mining. There are some drawbacks to embracing this business model, although it can turn out to be somewhat lucrative as well. Three main types of cloud mining services exist today, all of which have their own benefits and […]
5 Unique Ways to Buy Gift Cards With Bitcoin
Spending Bitcoin directly on e-commerce platforms has proven to be an interesting challenge. Until things improve, buying gift cards with cryptocurrencies will remain a more than viable alternative. The following platforms allow users to do so. These companies are listed in alphabetical order. 5. CoinCards For residents of Canada, CoinCards […]
What Is BearTax?
Filing taxes pertaining to cryptocurrency gains and losses is not straightforward. In the United States, various tools exist to address this problem. In other countries, things are a bit more difficult. Australia now has a tool known as BearTax, which should make filing taxes very easy and quick. The Concept […]
6 DApps You Can’t Overlook in August 2018
Distributed applications are a natural extension of blockchain technology. Various projects have embraced them already, although it seems gaining traction and maintaining it is very difficult. According to State of the DApps, these are the most popular applications by volume as of right now. 6. PoWH 3D It is always a […]
What Is Proof-of-Weight?
In the world of blockchain consensus algorithms, there are many different options to choose from. Proof-of-weight is one of the rather unusual solutions, although it is an interesting take on customization and scalability. Getting users excited about this model through incentivization remains its biggest challenge. The Proof-of-Weight Concept Defining Proof-of-Weight as […]
NEO Price: Reaching the Lowest Value Since September of 2017
Things are not looking all that great for the cryptocurrency industry as a whole. Almost all currencies have lost a lot of volume over the past few hours, even though it remains unclear what is driving this sudden downturn. The NEO price, for example, is getting battered by the hour, […]
What Is Proof-of-Authority?
Blockchain consensus algorithms can be very confusing. Even proof-of-work throws people for a loop more often than not. In the case of proof-of-authority, the algorithm is very different from what one would expect. Now is a good time to see what it is all about. The Proof-of-Authority Concept Compared to […]
What Is Bettergram?
Peer-to-peer communication can be performed in various ways. A lot of people prefer end-to-end encrypted apps such as Telegram. Bettergram claims it is a very different version of Telegram while maintaining the latter’s core components. It also has some interesting cryptocurrency-related functions to keep an eye on. The Bettergram Project […]
SEC Settles Insider Trading Suit With Son of California Bank Board Member
The Securities and Exchange Commission continues to crack down on illicit activity within the cryptocurrency industry. It is easier said than done, as a lot of dubious-looking projects exist today. Aaron Smith of San Francisco was recently charged with insider trading. That wouldn’t be entirely unusual, were it not for […]
Brave Browser Extends Crypto Tipping to Reddit and Twitter
The Brave team is still working on ways to make their new browser more appealing. Combining the potential of cryptocurrency with online browsing will create many new use cases which would otherwise remain inaccessible. In a new effort, Brave now incentivizes users to tweet and use Reddit. Another Step Forward […]
4 Crypto-to-Crypto Exchanges Everyone Uses in 2018
The growing cryptocurrency market is paving the way for many new businesses. Although buying cryptocurrency remains one of the biggest hurdles to overcome, it is a necessary step. Once completed, the world of crypto-to-crypto exchanges will open up. Below are some prominent exchanges active in the space, listed in alphabetical order. 4. […]
4 Hot Ways to Send Crypto via SMS in 2018
Making Bitcoin more convenient to use is an ongoing struggle. Over the years, various companies and services have introduced new ways to send Bitcoin via text messages. It is a very unusual take on things, yet the following companies – listed in alphabetical order – are making their mark on […]