China has become a very hostile nation for cryptocurrency. It is a very worrisome trend, but it appears there is nothing that can be done about it. In another crackdown, the country is now targeting WeChat content pertaining to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. WeChat Cryptocurrency Content Is Disallowed It is […]
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Ryuk Ransomware Snatches $640,000 Worth of Bitcoin From Major Corporations
Although ransomware attacks seem to create a lot fewer media headlines these days, there are still plenty of concerns out there. The Ryuk malware is quite potent and is mainly designed to target large corporations around the world. Criminals have already earned over half a million dollars in payments from Ryuk, […]
Ripple’s Convergence Rumors Show the Company Is on the Right Path
Most cryptocurrency users have no love lost for Ripple and its underpinning technology. That is only natural, as this project is not a cryptocurrency venture in the traditional sense. Despite this opposition, the company is working on improving its technology and offerings. Convergence is a rumored project in development, and […]
Stellar Price: Dip Below $0.2 Looms Ahead
As is usually the case when Bitcoin loses value, altcoins and digital assets will follow a very similar path first and foremost. In the case of the Stellar price, its losses are starting to pile up rather quickly. Thanks to the latest setback, the XLM value has now dropped below […]
NEO Price: Steep Decline Intensifies as Bitcoin Price Slips
Positive cryptocurrency market momentum is very difficult to come by as of now. The latest Bitcoin ETF rejection is causing quite a bit of panic selling, which is entirely to be expected. The NEO price, for example, is getting battered once again, as it has lost a significant amount of […]
Ethereum Plasma – Ethereum’s New Scaling Strategy and Design Space
The security premise of blockchain distributed ledgers is that they constitute a system where everyone verifies everything, similar to how polygraph lie-detector machines operate – replicating the same output in several databases. However, as blockchains and the cryptocurrencies they sustain grow in popularity and adoption picks up, such an arrangement […]
What Are Crypto Trading Platforms? A Few Things You Didn’t Know About Crypto Trading Tools
Exchanges are the backbone of the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Yet, though they allow anyone to invest in and trade currencies, there are even more advanced tools that provide enthusiasts with a wider range of opportunities to optimize their investment activity. And, while there are many cryptocurrency enthusiasts, there is scarce understanding […]
BlockFuse Continues the Search for Bitcoin’s Killer App
Even though Bitcoin and Litecoin are two popular and appealing cryptocurrencies, there is a growing need for additional developers. BlockFuse aims to lower the barriers to entry when it comes to developing applications for both of these ecosystems. It’s a worthwhile venture, as it will certainly improve the overall appeal […]
Bitcoin Price Watch: Currency Remains as Is, Likely Won’t Reach Five Figures
At press time, the price of everyone’s favorite cryptocurrency remains unchanged. Bitcoin is still trading in the $6,400 range and hasn’t moved from this spot for the past few days. The word is out that bitcoin isn’t likely to reach the $10,000 mark by the end of the year. This […]
Decentralized Social Network Turns to Kickstarter Rather Than Hosting an ICO
A lot of exciting projects use Ethereum’s blockchain to offer new services and features to the world. Peepeth is unique in that it is designed to be a decentralized social network. With a Kickstarter campaign being created for this project, it remains to be seen how successful this venture will […]
Premier League Football Clubs Hop on the Bitcoin Train
Establishing mainstream appeal has proven to be very difficult for Bitcoin. The falling prices throughout the first half of 2018 have not helped matters much in this regard. Despite facing an uphill battle, eToro continues to make inroads. The crypto trading firm has signed a deal with seven Premier League […]
Cryptocurrency Users Won’t Be Paying Their Bail With Altcoins Anytime Soon
Cryptocurrencies have many use cases. Unfortunately for Martin Marsich, paying bail is not one of them. The FBI rejected his attempt to post bail with $750,000 worth of various altcoins, primarily because of the market volatility and price crash such a sell-off could trigger. FBI Rejects Altcoin-Bail Scheme It is […]
Bitcoin Dealer Indicted on Money Laundering Charges in San Diego
A 21-year-old Bitcoin dealer from California has been indicted on several counts of crime which include money laundering and operating an unregistered money transmitting business. Jacob Burrell Campos was ordered held without bail on August 17 after investigations by the US Department of Justice reportedly unearthed a thriving underground Bitcoin […]
Dubai Partners With Global Blockchain to Explore Blockchain Technology For Trade Finance
The city of Dubai is globally renowned for its residents’ luxurious lifestyle. The ultramodern architecture, mega shopping malls, and lively nightlife are just a few of the things that make it stand out. Even the cops in Dubai live in luxury, with their fleet of squad cars consisting of Bentleys, […]
Lisk Price: Upward Momentum Shows Promise but Might not Last Long
Even though most cryptocurrency speculators only focus on the top 15 coins ranked by market cap, they are not the only ones causing excitement. Lisk, currently ranked 22nd overall, is noting some impressive gains while the top currencies are seemingly on the verge of retracing. Thanks to a small gain, […]
Stellar Price: Solid Gains Offer Breath of Relief
Today is proving to be a rather interesting day for all cryptocurrency markets. Considering how the Bitcoin price dictates the pace for altcoins, it is good to see the world’s leading currency in the green. Some of the earlier gains have already been wiped out, though. Despite this pressure, the […]
Ask The Expert – Calvin Ayre
Elizabeth White, CEO of the White Company, will be asking the hard hitting questions that you actually want answers to. White connects the world of global payments for consumers and merchants, providing real world solutions for the cryptocurrency community. In her new, weekly column “Ask The Expert,” White will ask your questions, as well as some of her […]
Bitcoin Continues Making Inroads in Islamic Finance
Exposing more consumers, corporations, and investors to the cryptocurrency industry can be done in multiple ways. One area often overlooked is Islamic finance, even though it can play a major role of importance. The First Islamic Crypto Exchange is an example of what the future may hold for Bitcoin and […]