Privacy Tokens, as the name implies, are cryptocurrencies engineered to ensure privacy, especially their user’s transaction details. They make it difficult to decipher a wallet’s address, preserving the user’s anonymity. Privacy tokens are part of a highly popular niche of cryptocurrencies, similar to Web3 coins, DeFi tokens, and Metaverse crypto […]
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HOPR network – the next generation platform for online data privacy
The HOPR network has set out to develop a safe environment where businesses and individuals can operate freely without worrying about the privacy of their data. Privacy invasion has been on a steady rise since the dawn of the internet as technology giants often keep track of users’ online activities. […]
Ad-Blocking Pando Browser Surpasses 100,000 Android Installations
Competition is heating up among internet browsers that seek to protect their users. Solutions capable of blocking advertisements and tracking cookies gain popularity. Pando Browser has attracted over 100,000 Android installs within three months after its launch. Pando Browser Packs A Punch Unlike a standard browser such as Chrome, Edge, […]
Achieving Privacy for Bitcoin With BitcoinMix
Bitcoin is often perceived as an anonymous for of electronic cash, even though it functions very differently, Understanding the key difference between pseudonymity, privacy, and anonymity is crucial. How Bitcoin Really Works The majority of Bitcoin users are people who, for reasons of privacy or simply out of curiosity, observe […]
Chainalysis Confirms Neither ZCash nor Dash are Private, but is Anyone Really Surprised?
Various cryptocurrencies claim to be private, or at least provide some privacy-oriented solutions for its users. A new report by Chainalysis confirms that both Dash and ZCash should not be classified as such, albeit that isn’t a big surprise anymore. Providing privacy in the cryptocurrency world isn’t as easy as […]
India Threatens With Jail Time for Citizens not Using its Coronavirus Contact Tracing app
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 […]
US Coronavirus Symptom Tracker Won’t Sell Data Gathered Despite Privacy Policy
The coronavirus crisis doesn’t need any more controversies. Unfortunately, that is exactly what is happening, at least where a symptom tracker app is concerned. There are many solutions on the market to try and fight the spreading of the novel coronavirus. Coronavirus Symptom Tracker Raises Questions One of those solutions […]
Twitter Randomly Disrupts User Privacy With Data Sharing Change
Twitter remains a somewhat controversial social network due to some very weird things taking place. It now appears that a new change in data-sharing settings will further erode user privacy without a prior warning. There is always something going on with Twitter that raises eyebrows. Another Controversial Decision by Twitter […]
Monero Mining via Tor is now an Option
The mining of privacy coins has always been rather interesting. Xmrig, one of the mining tools for Monero, now has built-in Tor support. For a privacy-oriented digital asset, embedding any level of privacy is crucial. Mining XMR Over Tor Whereas most tend to stick with Tor and never look further, […]
Eight Public Schools in New York Deploy Facial Recognition Technology
Facial recognition technology isn’t something most people will appreciate. Especially if this technology makes its way to schools in New York state. It appears that public schools in Lockport, NY, will undergo a major change. Facial Recognition in Public Schools Facial recognition technology has been deployed in these schools since […]
Mizzou Deploys a Tracking app to Improve Athlete Students’ Attendance
Universities across the United States want to address students’ attendance records. Mizzou, the University of Missouri, is not necessarily taking the right approach in this regard. The university currently forces students to use an app allowing them to track student’s locations. An Odd Experiment by Mizzou That information is then […]
Cashfusion is a Powerful Privacy Tool for Bitcoin Cash
Some very exciting developments are on the horizon for bitcoin cash. Primarily the Cashfusion protocol has proven to be of great interest to community members. Several key enhancements will be introduced to bitcoin cash in the near future. Major Changes for Bitcoin Cash The Cashfusion protocol will improve upon the […]
Europol Official Confirms Monero Transactions Can’t be Traced
Privacy coins have come under a lot of scrutiny in recent months. Europol is keeping a close eye on these developments, albeit Monero remains impossible to trace or analyze. Government officials dislike bitcoin, but they see privacy coins as even bigger threats. Monero Causes Headaches for Europol Particularly currencies which […]
Pirate Chain Developers Unveil Privacy-Oriented OS for Crypto Usrs
Cryptocurrency users are actively looking for ways to gain more privacy. The new operating system launched by Pirate Chain may have some merit in this regard. It is rather uncommon to see altcoin projects work on a native operating system. Pirate OS has Arrived, Matey! Earlier this week, Pirate OS […]
3 Prominent Changes Coming to Firefox 69
The browser war between Firefox, Chrome, Edge, and others continues unabated. For companies developing these products, upgrades and improvements are required. Firefox version 69 will come with some very interesting updates. All of this functionality will of great value to users all over the world. Blocking Crypto Miners One of […]
Never Underestimate a Cryptocurrency Dusting Attack
In the cryptocurrency world, there are numerous attack vectors. Users need to be aware of all potential problems at every waking moment. Dusting attacks are seemingly becoming slightly more common over the years. It is a very troublesome attack, as it can break [perceived] privacy of cryptocurrency transactions. Why anyone […]
Can pEOS Rival Monero and ZCash in the Battle for Privacy?
There has never been a shortage of cryptocurrencies, tokens, and assets on the market. As this list continues to grow, it becomes increasingly difficult for projects to stand out. pEOS is a very interesting offering for users who are looking into privacy-oriented projects. There are some interesting features worth taking […]
Chinese Border Guards Install Malware on Some Tourists’ Phones
Tourists love to travel to new countries and regions which intrigue them. To many people, China is one such region. Although it is not the most hospitable place for foreigners, many people travel to this country regardless. The new countermeasure enforced by Chinese border guards may force that situation to […]