Social media has become a big part of most consumers’ daily lives. That is only to be expected, as people want to feel connected to the world. Additionally, the concept of sharing everything and anything has become completely normal. Not everyone is convinced social media in its current form is […]
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Top 4 Privacy Altcoins you Might not Know About
A lot of cryptocurrency users are always looking for more privacy or even anonymity when transacting online. The top cryptocurrencies do not provide this functionality, which is why privacy-oriented altcoins tend to do quite well. Below are a few interesting privacy altcoins which not even might be familiar with at […]
Top 4 Reasons why Elixxir may Shape the Future of Blockchain Privacy
In the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, several key problems remain in place. Privacy and scaling are two of the biggest hurdles to overcome for any project, regardless of how old it is. Elixxir, a solution entering its early access developer program state this week, may be able to solve most, […]
Bitcoin Mixing Service Bitcoin Blender Throws in the Towel
Albeit these are rather interesting times for the Bitcoin industry, not all developments make people happy. Bitcoin Blender, one of the top mixing services still available today, has decided to call it quits. More specifically, the company does so on its own terms, which is rather unusual. Curtain Call for […]
4 Android-esque Alternatives Worth Keeping an eye on
When it comes to mobile devices, two major operating systems are competing for traction. Both Android and iOS are commonly used on a global scale. Even though there is nothing wrong with Google’s popular mobile operating system, there are those users looking for viable alternatives which offer a user-friendly experience. […]
What is Dash?
There are numerous cryptocurrency projects worth keeping an eye on. For novice users, this can lead to an overwhelming amount of information waiting to be processed. In this overview, the Dash project is explained as simplistic as possible. This project has a lot of potential, especially for those who value […]
Which Cryptocurrency Offers the Best Anonymity Protocol?
A very interesting “battle” is taking place behind the scenes of the cryptocurrency industry right now. Numerous projects are all trying to offer privacy and anonymity to their users. To date, it has been difficult to determine the best anonymous cryptocurrency, as the following options all offer something different. Dash’s […]
Potential Dusting Attack can Disrupt Bitcoin Users’ “Privacy”
The Bitcoin network appears to be under attack once again. No malicious miners are colluding to take over the network, albeit a new flood of transactions might cause some concerns. Samourai Wallet dubs this as a “dusting attack”, which can have troublesome consequences for those masking their tracks through extra […]
5 Reasons You Should Check out the Samourai Wallet for Bitcoin
Bitcoin wallets come in different shapes, sizes, and with very unique flavors. Samourai Wallet has been a very interesting creation in this regard, primarily because it does things very different from traditional offerings. The following five aspects make this wallet unique and well worth checking out for those looking for […]
4 Privacy-Centered Cryptocurrencies You May Not Have Known About
Most major cryptocurrencies lack the necessary traits to offer either privacy or anonymity traits. There are dedicated cryptocurrencies which focus on this specific approach, and they are all gaining traction as of late. Below are some privacy coins people have missed out on, ranked by their current market cap. #4 […]
What Is NulleX?
There is no shortage of cryptocurrencies focusing on privacy. NulleX aims to differentiate itself in this market through a zero-trace privacy ecosystem. The currency is powered by the Null protocol, which is designed to offer users the privacy that they look for and deserve. Another competitor has emerged to challenge […]
Top 4 Ways to Maintain Privacy When Using Cryptocurrencies
There is growing interest among consumers in remaining anonymous while using either cryptocurrency or blockchain technology. Various methods can be used to achieve this goal, although some will be more effective than others. The following methods, listed alphabetically, are worth checking out. Your mileage may vary when using these options. […]
What Is Wasabi Wallet?
Bitcoin wallets come in many shapes and sizes. Most of these creations offer something different, even though they all seem to lack privacy features. Wasabi Wallet may solve that problem once and for all when the project launches on August 1st. The Wasabi Wallet Concept When it comes to Bitcoin […]
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 […]
What Is Oasis Labs?
A lot of new blockchain projects come to market every single week. Keeping tabs on everything is nearly impossible, even though it is important to keep an open mind at all times. Oasis Labs is a new team focusing on privacy-preserving smart contracts, among other things. The Purpose of Oasis […]
Extreme AI Surveillance Enables Chinese Schools to Trace Students’ Emotions
Several middle and high schools in China have been utilizing advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning systems to evaluate the emotions, thoughts, and performance of students in class. The highly sophisticated surveillance system implemented by the Chinese government was introduced in late 2017, according to the BBC. As seen […]
What Are Secret Contracts?
Innovation is not hard to come by in the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain. Smart contracts are of keen interest to developers all over the world. In the case of the Enigma project, there is a feature known as secret contracts. Adding privacy features to smart contracts makes sense on […]