Cryptocurrency News
Even during extended downtrends – such as much of 2018 – savvy traders continue to utilize unique methods to make profits. If you’ve spent much time on Twitter and other mediums where traders often communicate, you’ve probably heard about IDEX gems. The term “IDEX gem” refers to a cryptocurrency that […]
Most of us have heard of Web 3.0, whether we’ve come across a decent explanation of it or not. The first wave of the internet (Web 1.0) was basically a one-way flow of information. We could log on, read stuff, maybe send an email. But there was no real interaction, […]
A lot of innovative concepts exist in the world of cryptocurrency. Not all of them will succeed in the long run, yet interesting developments tend to take place quite regularly. The ORCA Alliance, for example, seems to offer conversion from cryptocurrency to fiat currency with no fees or delays. The […]
There is never a shortage of drama in the world of cryptocurrency. Especially where the Tezos project is concerned, the situation tends to get out of hand on a regular basis. It now seems this project is bound to “fork” prior to even launching. It’s a worrisome development, albeit one […]
It may come as a shock to some, but scientific pronouncements aren’t nearly as trustworthy as they seem. Consider the tale of saturated fat. Until about the middle of the 20th century, the Western world was largely unconcerned with the effects of saturated fat on health. Fatty fish, butter, and […]
Coinbase recently announced that it would be adding support for Ethereum Classic (ETC), a hard fork of Ethereum. The announcement caught the crypto community by surprise, as the exchange had repeatedly made it clear that it would not be adding any digital assets in the near future. However, the reaction […]
Regulation of the cryptocurrency industry is a divisive issue, with some being in full support while others view it as going against Satoshi Nakamoto’s vision of a self-regulating industry. Those who support regulation see it as the only way cryptos can go mainstream and attract institutional investment. There is no […]
The idea of insurance started, unsurprisingly, with merchants. Over the ages, this concept has undergone major improvements, primarily thanks to Chinese and Venetian merchants. The modern insurance industry is comprised of two structural components – carriers and policyholders – connected by a middleman, usually a sales team. While the global […]
It is evident that new security measures are needed in the financial sector. This also means cryptocurrency exchanges will need to step up their game. It seems Karna, a South Korean firm, aims to do exactly that by introducing Airisu, a platform revolving around iris recognition. It’s a remarkable venture, […]
For traders and hodlers alike, it’s of utmost importance to assess potential projects to determine whether or not they have a strong future and are worthy of one’s interest and investment. While factors like strength of teams, trading volumes, current and future products, and roadmaps are essential, they only represent […]
It is evident there is still plenty of work to be done prior to making cryptocurrency mainstream. The Dimensions Network team has come up with something it refers to as the Exchange Liquidity Aggregator. It is an interesting concept that could eventually make its way to other projects as well. […]
Given the numerous drawbacks, Bitcoin mining tends to stop a lot of people in their tracks. As a handful of companies and countries ironically have a monopoly on the mining of Bitcoin, can it still be cost-effective to do? What’s the economic ripple effect of Bitcoin mining? Bitcoin Mining Contributes […]
For new and experienced cryptocurrency enthusiasts alike, the world of blockchain represents an entirely new framework. The numerous applications and goals of blockchain technology, while impressive and potentially revolutionary, can also be quite daunting. Fortunately, there are a number of educational opportunities to both aid newcomers in getting their footing […]
There is an interesting future ahead for the video content creation industry. This is especially true when it comes to blockchain technology and its potential impact in this area. Verasity is intent on bringing together the best of both worlds, although doing so will prove incredibly challenging. Verasity in a […]
There are many reasons why smart contracts are so popular these days. They are a natural extension of existing blockchain technology, but they also introduce a lot of new opportunities. Codius is looking to make smart contracts easier and smarter, which may prove to be a challenge. Codius in a […]
There is a bright future ahead for any project combining a blockchain with rewards in a meaningful manner. Whether or not any venture will actually succeed in doing so, however, remains to be seen. Pepper aims to make its mark in this area, although it’s doing so in a slightly different manner. […]
There are numerous versions of Bitcoin in the cryptocurrency world today. Most of them are ultimately irrelevant, although there is one exception in the form of Bitcoin Cash. Whether or not 0xBitcoin will make a meaningful impact in this regard remains to be seen. It is designed to be the […]
There are many different blockchain-based projects which will help transform the future of the internet. Innovation is always a positive development in this regard. Bit.Tube, for example, is a platform which could introduce some positive changes when it comes to decentralized video content publishing. The Idea Behind Bit.Tube Although it […]