Various companies have added “blockchain” to their names or created subsidiaries allegedly focusing on this technology. In most cases, such companies are looking into completely new industries. That only makes people more concerned that few of these firms will ever build anything related to blockchain technology. 10. Seven Stars Cloud […]
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6 Blockchain Consensus Algorithms You May Have Never Heard Of
The world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies is filled with innovative designs and concepts. When it comes to finding the right consensus algorithm, there are many different options to choose from. While some of these ideas might not be conventional, they are still valid in the long run. 6. Proof-of-Authority In […]
4 Issues Centralized Bitcoin Exchanges Need to Address in 2018
Centralized exchanges are a convenient way for consumers to enter the cryptocurrency world. Even so, these centralized platforms are not without issues and drawbacks. Various problems can arise when using these exchanges, which only highlights the need for decentralized trading solutions. 4. Lack of Transparency Around Volume Rumors regarding trading […]
7 Lingering Bitcoin Misconceptions in 2018
Bitcoin is a form of money which sparks a lot of debate. There is also a fair bit of misinformation being distributed on the topic. Those misconceptions can give people a completely misleading impression of Bitcoin. Below are some particularly egregious falsehoods. 7. Bitcoin’s Transaction Volume Is Falling Depending on which […]
5 Blockchain Facts to Remember in 2018
Blockchain technology is in a bubble. Investors continue to throw money at projects exploring this technology regardless of whether or not those businesses can succeed. Despite the growing interest, there are a lot of things people still do not know about blockchain, even in 2018. 5. Accountability Is Its Main […]
Debunking 6 False Rumors Plaguing Bitcoin in 2018
Even though Bitcoin is quite popular as an investment vehicle, there is a lot more to this technology than meets the eye. Even in 2018, misinformation and false rumors continue to tarnish the world’s leading cryptocurrency’s reputation. Educating the masses on Bitcoin will remain an ongoing challenge in the cryptocurrency […]
Top 6 Cryptocurrency Exchanges Supporting USD Trading in 2018
When it comes to cryptocurrency trading, there are dozens if not hundreds of exchanges to choose from. It all depends on what one is looking for exactly when trading cryptocurrencies, and whether or not fiat currency support is desired. When it comes to USD trading and Bitcoin, there are plenty […]
Top 6 Bitcoin Trading Bots for 2018
When it comes to cryptocurrency trading, a lot of users prefer an automated approach. Although there are a few trading platforms which offer built-in algorithmic trading, trading bots are also very popular. It is interesting to see how the landscape has evolved in this regard. The following bots are ranked […]
Ready, Set, Go: New Solutions Seek to Leverage and Extend Blockchains for Enterprise
The wide array of proof-of-concept blockchain projects is not addressing the need to evolve the entire blockchain, which would enable not only mainstream adoption but enterprise usage as well. New distributed app frameworks are being developed to solve this problem. Blockchain Is Mostly Early Stage Among the top cryptocurrencies and […]
Facebook’s Record-Setting Stock Market Wipeout Revives Crypto Comparisons
Security and volatility. They are the two aspects of cryptocurrencies that are attacked the most. While there are other challenges such as scalability, the energy consumption associated with mining, and privacy, cryptos’ volatility is often cited by skeptics as the reason they could never become a mainstream payment method. In […]
Top 3 Companies Using Blockchain in the Solar Energy Space
Blockchain technology is here to stay, and it’s going to make the world a better place. At least, that’s the general consensus in the crypto community and slowly (but surely) the wider public as well. We might not know exactly how or when, but blockchain tech is on course to […]
We Need More Women in Tech – but Not to Serve the Drinks
We need more women in tech. That’s the general consensus. We also need to reduce our carbon emissions, but no one’s doing much about that either. So while I appreciate the trumpeting chorus of voices stating the obvious, wouldn’t it be better to see action rather than words? And better […]
5 Disturbing Statistics That Prove Millennials Are Addicted to Tech
How important is your smartphone to you? How many hours do you spend staring at the screen, and what lengths do you go to in order to make sure you always have it on you? Hopefully, you won’t end up falling over the edge of a cliff for it, but […]
Top 3 Reasons for Bitcoin Bulls to Be Cheerful
Okay, so Bitcoin Bulls does sound a lot like a basketball team. But hey, investing in Bitcoin has a lot in common with an adrenaline-packed b-ball game. Highs and lows, wins and losses, regrouping in the locker room after a thrashing from regulators and cybercriminals… 2018 has been a tough […]
Castbox Uses Blockchain to Help People Find Podcasts On Anything, Anywhere
Podcasts are great for helping people learn new things, connect to new subject matter, and access perspectives otherwise difficult to find. Yet not all podcasts are available to everyone. CastBox aims to change that. Podcasts Were Not Always Easy To Find Podcasts are supposedly easy to find. Just go onto […]
5 Fierce Facts About Cybersecurity You Probably Don’t Want to Hear
It’s hard work running a business. It almost makes you ache for a simpler time when all you had to worry about was shoplifters stealing your goods. Now you’ve got confidential data, trade secrets, and, of course, plenty of money at stake. We’ve taken a look at the top five […]
Privacy and Access: Meet “Eijah”, the Hacker Behind Promether
Cryptography inspires all types of people to create. One such creator is Eric Anderson, the founder of a decentralized privacy platform called Promether. He and his team are currently building a secure messaging system called Contact to run on top of this platform. Eric, known as “Eijah” in the hacker […]
BlackRock’s Interest in Cryptos Is Great, but That Alone Can’t Salvage the Industry: Expert
The crypto market has not had the best of runs in 2018. Regulatory uncertainty and unending bashing from digital ads providers, coupled with some big heists, have instilled fear and doubt in many investors. This has led to panic selling which has in turn led to the crumbling of most […]