The future of Bitcoin mining remains rather uncertain. It is still profitable to do so, yet very few new players seem to enter the market. Northern Bitcoin AG, a German firm, is looking to enter the market with a new setup. By combining a new container solution with innovative air […]
Author: JP Buntinx
The Rising Bitcoin Dominance Index and an Altcoin Season Aren’t Mutually Exclusive
In the cryptocurrency world, there is Bitcoin, and all the other markets combined. The correlation between the world’s leading cryptocurrency and everything else is mindblowing. As of right now, the Bitcoin Dominance Index sits at 70%. A very interesting situation, as it seems to indicate the expected altcoin rally will […]
5 Popular Blockchain Games Worth Checking out This Week
Blockchain games have become a genuine hit in the cryptocurrency world. Players can choose from many different offerings in the hopes of having fun and perhaps earning some rewards. Based on statistics by SateotheDapps, it seems the following five blockchain games successfully attract a lot of users. That in itself […]
Agrovoltaic Research Confirms Solar Panels and Crops can Synergize
There are many possible use cases for solar panels. They provide renewable energy for homes and public buildings. Additionally, they can also be sued to reduce the carbon footprint of our society. New research now confirms they can also be used to foster the growth of plants and crops. Unlike […]
Apple has Long-term Expectations for Cryptocurrencies
Technology companies show a growing interest in cryptocurrencies. Some do so more than others, like Facebook. Apple, on the other hand, is not going all-in just yet. Despite the potential and promise of cryptocurrencies, the focus lies elsewhere entirely for the time being. Apple Sees Merit in Crypto It is […]
What is BitcoinAbuse?
The association between Bitcoin and criminal activity cannot be ignored. Criminals favor cryptocurrency due to its wrongfully perceived anonymity. Thankfully, numerous services try to address that situation. BitcoinAbuse is a very intriguing and noteworthy service in this regard. Although it largely depends on community participation, no stone should be left […]
3 Prominent Changes Coming to Firefox 69
The browser war between Firefox, Chrome, Edge, and others continues unabated. For companies developing these products, upgrades and improvements are required. Firefox version 69 will come with some very interesting updates. All of this functionality will of great value to users all over the world. Blocking Crypto Miners One of […]
Thai Bitcoin Trading Platform Won’t Renew its Digital Asset Exchange License
Despite promising market momentum, the current conditions remain problematic for Bitcoin service providers. In Thailand, one of the biggest services will shut down in a few weeks. Bitcoin Co. Ltd, also known as Bx.in.th, will not seek a renewal of its Digital Asset Exchange license. It is unclear why this […]
Russia’s Largest Tank Plant is Building Autonomous Military Ground Vehicles
Robots and drones will undoubtedly play a growing role of importance in future warfare. A new report indicates the Russian military may be working on a rather unusual project. The country’s primary tank plant is working on unmanned variants. It seems the robot drone tank could go in production fairly […]
Artificial Intelligence is a Valuable Tool for Voice Fraudsters
New technologies are often both a blessing and a curse. Artificial intelligence is shaping up to be no different in that regard. Criminals are now using AI and voice technology for monetary purposes. The rise of voice fraud should not be underestimated, as it can hit any company around the […]
Samsung S10 Receives Stablecoin Support Ahead of dApp Network Rollout
Mobile phones play a crucial role in the lives of cryptocurrency users. A lot of people either check prices or store their assets on a mobile device. Owners of the Samsung Galaxy S10 will be rather pleased with the most recent software update. They can now store Binance Coin and […]
Criminals Steal Over $4bn in Bitcoin During First Half of 2019
Criminals are still drawn to Bitcoin. The world’s leading cryptocurrency lacks anonymity and privacy. Even so, it is often used as a tool to hide monetary transactions. The first six months of 2019 have been rather telling in this regard. Over $4bn worth of Bitcoin has been stolen from investors […]
Retadup is the Latest Windows Malware Capable of Mining Monero
It has been a while since Monero malware made headlines. Recent research by Avast shows this industry is far from dead. The Retadup worm is currently infecting thousands of windows machines in Latin America. Once a device is infected, the malware will begin mining the Monero cryptocurrency and attempt to […]
Ethereum is Quickly Running out of Network Capacity
Many different aspects can hinder the growth of a cryptocurrency project. In Etheruem’s case, the concerns primarily revolve around utilizing the network capacity. Statistics provided by Etherscan confirm the network is close to reaching its limit. Surprisingly, this is not due to dApps or smart contracts. Instead, it is the […]
Bitcoin Lightning Network Usage Shows Signs of Regression
Many Bitcoin enthusiasts have high hopes for the Lightning Network. For a technology which has been accessible for some time now, it seems there isn’t much growth to take note of. In fact, it appears things are slowly growing worse as more time progresses. This is good news by any […]
ZCash and Other Sapling-based Altcoins are Subject to Powerful DoS Attacks
Grudges can go a long way in the cryptocurrency world. This is particularly apparent where altcoins are concerned. In the case of ZCash, a new tool has been released. It is allegedly capable of performing a DoS attack against this network. Although the code is not publicly available, it won’t […]
Bank of England Governor:” The US Dollar Needs to be Replaced Soon’
Facebook’s Libra project is getting a lot of flack. The happy-go-lucky attitude associated with this project continues to raise eyebrows. Despite some major critiques, the concept still holds merit to some. The Bank of England’s Mark Corney wants to see the US Dollar replaced. In fact, he claims the Libra […]
The XRP Price did not hit $9 Despite Dubious Press Release Claiming Otherwise
There are always some odd developments in the cryptocurrency industry. Earlier today, a press release surfaced on Yahoo Finance. They claimed XRP was trading at over $9.35 on the Investing.com Index. That is quite interesting, considering the actual market value is a lot lower. Don’t get Your XRP Price Hopes […]