Cryptocurrency News
There is always one development in the cryptocurrency space that will leave people puzzled. Barring all of the CoinMarketCap controversy, the big news this weekend is how Tether overtook XRP in market capitalization. The total valuation of individual projects tied to the cryptocurrency space is always evolving. Tether Jumps Over […]
The competition is heating up when it comes to tokenizing Bitcoin on the Ethereum blockchain. The launch of tBTC is very interesting to behold, especially for those seeking active exposure to decentralized finance. Most people are aware of wBTC, or Wrapped Bitcoin. tBTC has Launched on the Ethereum Blockchain It […]
Many people use Chrome as their default browser to access the internet. Unfortunately, Google’s offering often drains resources quickly, particularly on mobile devices. It now seems that things will begin to improve moving forward. Chrome Cracks Down on Nefarious Ads Developers of the Chrome browser will soon introduce a new […]
It is a well-known fact that the Chinese government wants to fully embrace blockchain technology. The timeline for doing so ha snot been moved up, yet all participants are urged to meet the deadline as soon as possible. China is preparing to enter the digital age by transforming processes all […]
In the US, there is always a proposal on the table to erode consumer privacy in one way or another. A new amendment to the 2001 Patriot Act can have very dire consequences indeed. It is expected that the 2001 Patriot Act will be renewed by the US Senate later […]
There is an ongoing issuance of wrapped BTC – or wBTC – on the Ethereum blockchain. It appears that this token is in very high demand, as the recent issuance of Wrapped Bitcoin has a higher USD value compared to the entire Lightning Network. Issuing Bitcoin on the Ethereum blockchain […]
There appears to be some confusion among Ethereum developers and enthusiasts. Recent comments by Vitalik Buterin indicate that Eth 2.0 will launch in July, although that may not be a feasible timeline. Enthusiasts have been waiting for the launch of Eth 2.0 for some time now. There’s Still no Eth […]
As was somewhat to be expected, the recent block reward halving has an impact on the Bitcoin miners. All major pools are losing hashrate rapidly, although it is expected that things will return to normal fairly soon. When the Bitcoin block reward halved, profitability of mining operations took a hit. […]
Even though the network recently went through a block reward halving, the Bitcoin hashrate is still pretty high. In fact, it has reached a new all-time high just yesterday, further confirming that the network is pretty healthy. Many people expected the Bitcoin halving to have many different consequences. Bitcoin’s Hashrate […]
When it comes to issuing new tokens on any blockchain, there are ample options waiting to be explored. Unsurprisingly, it would appear that Ethereum remains the market leader by quite a landslide, as every other chain is quickly losing traction. There are many options one can explore to create a […]
In the world of Bitcoin and other crypto assets, theft and hacks are rather common. Michael Terpin fell victim to such theft a few years ago, yet it now seems that the investigation is reaching a new milestone. Most Bitcoin enthusiasts will be familiar with Michael Terpin. The Michael Terpin […]
There are many different cryptocurrency networks that have integrated Segregated Witness technology over the years. Litecoin, while often overlooked by traders and investors, still boasts a much higher SegWit adoption rate compared to Bitcoin. It is always interesting to see how different crypto networks shape up compared to one another. […]
Many devices used by society on a regular basis have become smarter in recent years. It now appears that toilets will receive a similar overhaul, all in an effort to improve public health. The concept of a toilet has not changed all that much over the past few decades. A […]
Most Bitcoin enthusiasts will be familiar with the company known as Bitmain. Behind the scenes of that mining hardware manufacturer, things are heading in a very interesting direction all of a sudden. It seems as if Bitmain is falling apart at the seams. The Bitmain Power Struggle is far From […]
The coronavirus crisis has certainly sparked a lot of controversial debate. When it comes to getting people to install a contact tracing app, forcing them to do so is always an option in India. Protecting consumers from the coronavirus remains a top priority at all times. A Controversial Coronavirus Solution […]
Various governments around the world are looking for ways to actively regulate the cryptocurrency industry. In The Netherlands, a new proposal may spell the end for a few cryptocurrency service providers. It is pertinent to regulate crypto firms in a way that still allows them to thrive. Dutch Crypto Firms […]
The coronavirus crisis is causing a lot of people for many different companies around the world. Uber, the ride-sharing company, will effectively lay off nearly 4,000 employees as a result of the ongoing crisis. It is interesting to see how different companies handle the coronavirus crisis. Major Uber Layoffs Were […]
Smart contracts are all of the hype in the blockchain industry today. IOTA is set to receive such functionality in the very near future, as progress continues to be made. Most blockchain ecosystems can benefit from smart contracts. Smart Contracts Will Come to IOTA Soon It enhances the native functions […]