Ever since various Reddit communities began issuing their own native ERC20 tokens, there has been a global interest in the adoption of these tokens. FOrtnite users are still well ahead in terms of holders and the total supply, that much is certain. The Reddit Points Tracker on DappRadar is very […]
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Smart Helmets Allow for Constant COVID-19 Infection Monitoring
To some people, it might appear as if the COVID-19 crisis is over and things will return to normal soon. For others, new technology will ensure that this pandemic remains under control until a proper vaccine has been developed. It is evident that the COVID-19 pandemic will remain a global […]
DigiByte Founder Jared Tate Worries About the “Era of Crypto Greed”
There are always some interesting developments in the cryptocurrency space that don’t get much attention. DigiByte founder Jared Tate will stop his daily activities associated with this project, primarily due to the hostile and toxic nature of the cryptocurrency industry. Jared Tate is a well-known figure among supporters of DigiByte. […]
European Supercomputers Have Been Infected With Crypto Mining Malware
The cryptocurrency industry often has a bad reputation for a wide variety of reasons. A recent hacking of supercomputers to mine crypto assets won’t help change that narrative in the slightest. Several cryptocurrencies on the market can still be mined by regular computer hardware. Mining Crypto With Hacked Supercomputers More […]
Tether Overtakes XRP in Market cap
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 […]
Bitcoin users can now Access Ethereum’s DeFi Through tBTC
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 […]
The Chinese Government Stresses the Important of Blockchain Technology
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 […]
Ethereum has More Bitcoin Locked up Through wBTC Compared to Bitcoin’s LN
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 […]
Despite Rumors, Eth 2.0 Will not Launch in July of 2020
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 […]
Bitcoin Miners Start to leave Mining Pools After the Halving
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. […]
New Bitcoin Hashrate All-time High Confirms Dominance Over BCH and BSV
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 […]
Nearly Everyone Flocks to Ethereum to Issue Crypto Tokens
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 […]
Michael Terpin Takes SIM Hacker to Court for $71 Million
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 […]
Litecoin Maintains a Higher SegWit Adoption Rate Compared to Bitcoin
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. […]
Bitmain Aides get Into a Fistfight Over the Company’s License
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 […]
Dutch Crypto Firms Need to Register With the Central Bank
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 […]
Smart Contracts on IOTA Start Taking Shape
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 […]
Over 70% of all Bitcoin Mining Happens With Renewable Energy
Bitcoin mining is widely considered to be harmful for our planet’s ecosystem. A new report by Coin Shares tells a different tale, as most of the mining efforts hinge on renewable energy sources. Bitcoin mining operators always seek out cheap electricity rates. Renewable Energy is Crucial for Bitcoin Mining The […]