January 28, 2018
At the beginning of 2018, I wrote an article outlining a New Year’s resolution that I thought could help boost cryptocurrency adoption and awareness in 2018. Last week was the third installment of my Year of Cryptocurrency Challenge. Since I was at a conference last week, this week I tried to talk to people outside of work who knew relatively little about cryptocurrency. Remember, it’s not too late to start this challenge yourself. TRY TO SPEAK TO AS MANY PEOPLE ABOUT CRYPTOCURRENCY AS YOU POSSIBLY CAN This is way easier than it would have been even a year ago. At that time, everyone still thought that cryptocurrency was for the fringe of society, but now it’s becoming more mainstream. Amid the cries of “I could have gotten in before, but didn’t” and similar bemoaning, here is the best, new conversation I had this […]
January 28, 2018
Bitcoin and cryptocurrency markets, in general, have been bearish during the first month of 2018 after many digital assets reached all-time price highs this past December. A lot of people have been following the correlation between the newly added bitcoin-based derivatives markets offered by Cboe and CME, alongside bitcoin spot prices over the past four weeks. Over the last few weeks, most of the bitcoin futures contracts have been bearish as traders forecasting the recent downtrend in value ‘shorted’ the market. However, according to recent data, bitcoin-futures bets are showing that a great majority of the contracts are betting ‘long’ on bitcoin’s price — predicting that BTC’s value will be rising shortly. Also Read: Thinking of Shorting Bitcoin Futures? GBTC Bears Nurse Big Losses CFTC Report: Bitcoin Futures Contracts Are Overwhelmingly Bullish This week The introduction of the recent futures markets […]
January 28, 2018
BlockMesh To Host Token Sale in February Mauritius-based startup, BlockMesh, has officially announced the date of its first token sale event — February 28, 2018. The company wants to change the very face of telecommunications through mesh networking fueled by the blockchain. Disclosure: This is a Sponsored Article In order to ready itself for the events that immediately ensue after the ICO happens in Q1 of 2018, BlockMesh has integrated the Bancor protocol into its platform which allows for instant convertibility and continuous liquidity of its Mesh Token. With Bancor’s Smart Token standard, BlockMesh users will be able to exchange the tokens they receive from the ICO immediately — without even having to wait for exchanges to list it. BlockMesh wants to build “cost free” communication networks by leveraging the mesh’s unique ability to create a dynamic network of peers […]
January 28, 2018
Coinhive cryptocurrency mining malware has been detected in YouTube ads this week. Google claimed to have since resolved the problem. #NEWS
January 28, 2018
Washington and legacy media are in a tizzy about Venezuela reportedly thwarting international sanctions by way of a dreaded state-backed cryptocurrency. A closer look reveals several stumbling blocks for the Bolivarian Republic: nonexistent reserves, hyperinflation, centralization, and the impossibility of actual redemption. The attempt will fail, if it’s ever rolled out, adding woes to a region plagued by years of monetary failure. Also read: Tezos Swiss Foundation Concept is “Old, Inflexible and Stupid” Venezuela’s Desperation Leads to Crypto Rice University’s Francisco Monaldi put it succinctly to Foreign Policy, “The idea that it is a currency backed by reserves is pure fiction. So you are left with a currency issued by a country in hyperinflation and in default,” dismissing out of hand the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela’s attempt at a state-backed cryptocurrency, the Petromoneda (Petro). Geographically, Venezuela is the envy of most countries. Sitting […]
January 28, 2018
A major point of criticism since the inception of cryptocurrency has involved the community surrounding and promoting the technology. From the original anarcho-capitalists of Bitcoin, to the elitist fan groups of individual altcoins, crypto enthusiasts have, in the eyes of many, contributed to an uninviting environment for the potential new recruit. Perhaps the most prominent shortcoming of the general cryptocurrency population is the tribalistic nature surrounding certain altcoins. A number of coins embody an environment unwelcoming of, and even hostile towards, other coins and communities. While these sentiments are promoted by supporters of the coin, they are often perpetuated and rewarded by the often ill-intentioned developer team, who craft a perpetually loyal, cult-like following that is unwavering in its support for the project. Bitcoin Cash (BCH) is an obvious example of such an environment. Across crypto and non-crypto social media circles alike, Bitcoin Cash supporters are often seen […]
January 28, 2018
It has been a while since we last heard from the infamous Bitfinex’ed account. This particular user has posted some […] The post The Wait for an Independent Bitfinex Audit is far From Over appeared first on Bitcoin Network, News, Charts, Guides & Analysis.
January 28, 2018
SGPay, the Southeast Asia-based blockchain and cryptocurrency wallet platform, is evolving into an Android Pay-like system for cryptocurrencies, credit cards, and digital tokens. Disclosure: This is a Sponsored Article Regions like South Korea and China have become completely cashless over the past few years. With near field communication (NFC)-enabled mobile devices, the vast majority of individuals in China, Japan, and South Korea have stopped using cash and credit cards, and started to utilize mobile wallets to purchase goods, services, and products. Last month, Brad Jones of Futurism reported that cash is merely obsolete in China as the country’s people migrated over to mobile payments from traditional forms of payment processing platforms. In 2016, the mobile payment volume in China reached $5 trillion and Hong Kong-based research firm CLSA revealed that mobile payments in China are expected to reach $45 trillion […]
January 28, 2018
Zcash’s latest private Powers of Tau ceremony used nuclear waste in a small aircraft to generate random code, helping to ensure the network’s privacy.
January 28, 2018
Unlike job seekers who market their expertise on LinkedIn in the hopes of landing a dream job, in the B2B world buyers and sellers don’t have a platform where they can connect with other companies to establish partnerships, get a fair shot at closing profitable deals and build trust. Disclosure: This is a Sponsored Article Even though the B2B marketing spending in the US is worth $76 bln, companies still spend too much time connecting with potential partners. Negotiations take months before parties can agree on a contract. In the long-run, companies lose time, resources and money. The difficulty in spotting viable buyers and sellers, restricted financial transparency and inefficient B2B marketing and advertising pose challenges that should be addressed. On the verge of disrupting the B2B industry with Blockchain The conventional B2B model lacks both transparency and consistency. In […]
January 28, 2018
The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology has issued a blockchain report aimed to assist businesses considering adopting the technology.
January 28, 2018
Defining criteria for digital asset will move forward the whole industry and simplify the jobs of investors and regulators, says Pavel Kravchenko.
January 28, 2018
Sometimes, official confirmations help to increase the trust in the cryptocurrency world, as it happens now. Russia has given signals that there is no intention to ban cryptocurrencies in the… Continue reading “Russia Denies Any Possibility to Ban Cryptocurrencies” The post Russia Denies Any Possibility to Ban Cryptocurrencies appeared first on .
January 28, 2018
What is Neo? Neo, previously known as Antshares, is a non-profit Chinese Blockchain project based in Shanghai. It is known as the Chinese Ethereum, as it, too, allows the transmission… Continue reading “The Beginner’s Guide To NEO – The Smart Economy Cryptocurrency” The post The Beginner’s Guide To NEO – The Smart Economy Cryptocurrency appeared first on .
January 28, 2018
The modern problem in the Blockchain industry seems to be the shortage of specialists. Thus there is room for a new niche- this time it’s for smart contract generation platforms. #SPONSORED
January 28, 2018
This is a paid press release, which contains forward looking statements, and should be treated as advertising or promotional material. Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product/service. Bitcoin.com is not responsible for or liable for any content, accuracy or quality within the press release. Changelly, an instant cryptocurrency exchange, has partnered with Mycelium, one of the most reliable and prominent Bitcoin wallets that now goes global with multicurrency support and integrates Changelly’s API into the mobile wallet application. Being largely known as one of the oldest and reliable Bitcoin wallets, Mycelium opens up for everyone who opts for alts and tokens by integrating Changelly’s API into the mobile app. The API is deployed directly into Mycelium’s interface enabling users to switch between currencies without using the Changelly website. Since Changelly allows to exchange huge amounts, there will be an […]
January 28, 2018
Japan’s largest consumer electronics retailer Yamada Denki has partnered with the country’s largest cryptocurrency exchange Bitflyer to trial bitcoin payments. Initially, bitcoin will be accepted at two of Yamada Denki Labi stores in Tokyo, but the company plans to roll out the digital currency payment option nationwide in the future. Also read: Japan’s DMM Bitcoin Exchange Opens for Business With 7 Cryptocurrencies Yamada Denki Stores Accept Bitcoin Japan’s largest consumer electronics retailer, Yamada Denki, has announced that it has begun trialling bitcoin payments starting on January 27. This is in partnership with Bitflyer, Japan’s largest bitcoin exchange by trading volume. Yamada Denki Labi Shinjuku east exit pavillion. According to a guide published by Japanese mobile phone operator NTT Docomo and an independent research by a Japanese investment research service, Kenkyo Investing, “Yamada Denki is the largest home appliance and electronics chain […]
January 28, 2018
Indians Expect Clarity on Bitcoin Taxes within Days Under mounting pressure to make decisions and take steps to clarify cryptocurrency matters, the Indian government may soon shed some light on one of many unclear aspects – taxation. Local media have turned the spotlight on Budget 2018, but lots of titles end with question marks. The… The post Indians Expect Clarity on Bitcoin Taxes within Days appeared first on Altcoin Today.
January 28, 2018
$530 Mln in XEM Stolen From Coincheck Can Be Traced, NEM Team Confirms This week, $534 mln worth of XEM, the native cryptocurrency of NEM, was stolen from a major Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck. On January 27, merely hours after the hacking attack was announced, developers behind NEM created an automated tagging system to track… The post $530 Mln in XEM Stolen From Coincheck Can Be Traced, NEM Team Confirms appeared first on Altcoin Today.
January 28, 2018
It’s been six months since the inception of the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network, and the decentralized currency’s infrastructure continues to grow. Over the past week, there’s been many new announcements surrounding the BCH chain and its ecosystem. See also: Bitcoin ABC Developers Announce Medium-Term Bitcoin Cash Roadmap Six Months In, the Bitcoin Cash Network Celebrates a Successful Hard Fork and Address Serialization Change Six months have passed since the birth of the cryptocurrency bitcoin cash, and so far the protocol and economy continues to thrive despite the coin’s adversaries. Since the August 1st hard fork that produced the network, there’s been over 36,000 blocks mined, and the BCH chain is 8406 blocks ahead of the core chain. The Bitcoin Cash network recently had a successful hard fork which changed the protocol’s difficulty algorithm, and has kept mining profitability more consistent ever […]
January 28, 2018
Reports surfaced late Saturday night that Tether and their auditor, Friedman LLP, had severed their relationship. No official statement was released and independent confirmation has not been forthcoming. #NEWS
January 28, 2018
The statement, provided Saturday evening, confirms the suspicions of online sleuths and is likely to raise new questions about the company’s finances.
January 28, 2018
An increasing number of lawyers are taking payment in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. With many ICO startups destitute until their crowdsale, ether or tokens are often all they can offer. Rather than turn away business, some lawyers have admitted to taking payment in crypto. While increased acceptance of cryptocurrency – especially in such circles – is to be welcomed, it’s led to concerns that lawyers who are financially invested in a project may struggle to dispense impartial advice. Also read: George Soros: Bitcoin is Propped Up by Dictators Meet the Crypto-Chasing Lawyers It would be easy to assume that cryptocurrency acceptance in the legal profession is limited to a handful of fringe mavericks and libertarians, but it’s attracted a number of mainstream advocates. A recent article in Law.com (paywalled) quotes several lawyers who now accept crypto including Washington-based lawyer Carol Van […]
January 28, 2018
How Chinese Bitcoin Buyers Are Getting Around Government Ban Chinese citizens are still investing in Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency market despite the government’s heavy crackdown. In September 2017, Chinese cryptocurrency exchanges BTCC China, Huobi and OKCoin were ordered by the government to shut down their businesses. At one point, executives of the three cryptocurrency exchanges… The post How Chinese Bitcoin Buyers Are Getting Around Government Ban appeared first on Altcoin Today.
January 27, 2018
NEM Developers Create System to Trace $530 Million Stolen Funds From Coincheck #ANALYSIS
January 27, 2018
Coincheck To Refund All Customers Affected By Hack, Faced By Community Support Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck has announced Saturday, Jan. 27, that it will issue full refunds to all of the 260,000 of its users who have become victims of the Friday NEM hack. The Coincheck exchange has been hacked yesterday, Jan. 26, resulting in a massive loss of 523 mln NEM coins,… The post Coincheck To Refund All Customers Affected By Hack, Faced By Community Support appeared first on Altcoin Today.
January 27, 2018
Under mounting pressure to make decisions and take steps to clarify cryptocurrency matters, the Indian government may soon shed some light on one of many unclear aspects – taxation. Local media have turned the spotlight on Budget 2018, but lots of titles end with question marks. The new financial frame is to be presented next week by the Finance Minister. Recent developments suggest that the status of bitcoin in India is likely to be determined, at least in terms of how much cream the government is willing to scoop out. Also read: Tax Loophole Closing For South Korean Cryptocurrency Exchanges Finance Minister to Answer Many Questions Finance Minister Arun Jaitley All eyes are on minister Arun Jaitley, the Financial Express wrote, asking: “Are Bitcoins Taxable in India?”. “Can the Budget Dodge Bitcoin?”, the Economic Times is wondering, referring to his […]
January 27, 2018
Will We See a Future Bitcoin Fork Focus on Proof of Stake? No one will deny that the conflicting opinions on how Bitcoin should evolve are quite amusing to follow. The course of action maintained by the Bitcoin Core developers raises a lot of questions and very few solutions to ongoing problems. We have seen… The post Will We See a Future Bitcoin Fork Focus on Proof of Stake? appeared first on Altcoin Today.
January 27, 2018
We tried Stellar this time. What do you say? #PRICE_ANALYSIS
January 27, 2018
Blockchain Platforms: One Chain to rule them all? Everyone asks: is the world ready for Blockchain? But more importantly, is Blockchain ready for us? Cowritten by Noam Levenson Blockchain Platforms: One Chain To Rule Them All? was originally published in Hacker Noon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.
January 27, 2018
The CFTC has taken a very keen interest in cryptocurrency-related projects. The agency keeps a close eye on initial coin offerings, but they also target alleged scams. As a result of this aggressive stance, the CFTC filed federal court enforcement action against My Big Coin. The company raised over US$6 million from various investors, but the funds have allegedly been used for personal expenses and luxury goods. My Big Coin Turns Into Another Scam Cryptocurrency users all over the world are all too aware that there are numerous scams in this particular industry. It has become increasingly easy to defraud novice users, mainly through initial coin offerings and other types of investment opportunities. Even though a lot of these projects fail to provide working code or a comprehensive whitepaper, projects such as My Big Coin still successfully raise US$6 million in […]
January 27, 2018
Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck has confirmed their intention to refund the stolen funds to the 260,000 affected users, totalling 523 mln NEM. #NEWS
January 27, 2018
No one will deny that the conflicting opinions on how Bitcoin should evolve are quite amusing to follow. The course of action maintained by the Bitcoin Core developers raises a lot of questions and very few solutions to ongoing problems. We have seen hard forks pop up out of nowhere, although Bitcoin Cash is the only one with any sort of traction. According to some users, a hard fork of Bitcoin needs to remove proof of work. Whether or not such a concept is even viable has yet to be determined. A Proof of Stake Version of Bitcoin? We have seen a very interesting discussion on Twitter over the past 24 hours. It all began with Vinny Lingham promoting Bitcoin Cash, which immediately drew a response from Litecoin developer Charlie Lee. Lingham pointed out that BCH not having SegWit is the main […]
January 27, 2018
As part of its balanced approach, Thailand is taking further steps to regulate initial coin offerings by expanding current guidelines. Discussions on the framework between relevant institutions have already started, with a public hearing to be conducted soon. The first ICO to be carried out by a locally registered company is scheduled for March. The plan is to raise more than $20 million for a decentralized lending platform. Also read: New Research: 10% of Funds Raised in ICOs Lost or Stolen Growth in Other Countries Convinced Thailand to Act Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) are discussing a comprehensive regulatory framework that will cover fundraising through initial coin offerings, the Bangkok Post reported. A public hearing is expected to be carried out in the near future. Once completed, the new set of rules […]
January 27, 2018
Rocketr is a popular service when it comes to dealing with Bitcoin Cash. They are one of the few gateways […] The post Rocketr Helps Charities Accept Bitcoin Cash Donations Without Fees appeared first on Bitcoin Network, News, Charts, Guides & Analysis.
January 27, 2018
There is a global interest in mining cryptocurrencies right now. Buying ASIC machines is a bit of a problematic venture for a lot of consumers, though. Especially when it comes to paying for these items, most people are still wary of companies such as Bitmain. In Singapore, that is no longer much of a problem these days. The country’s shopping malls are putting Bitcoin mining equipment on the shelf. It’s an interesting development that might just make cryptocurrency mining more accessible. Sim Lim Square Offers Mining Hardware For people who are interested in mining cryptocurrencies, using regular computer parts makes a lot of sense. After all, it is easy enough to buy a motherboard, processor, GPU, coolers, and power supply from an electronics store. With this equipment, one can easily mine popular altcoins such as Ethereum, Siacoin, Monero, or others. When it comes […]
January 27, 2018
On January 25 the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deputy assistant director, Greg Nevano, explained in a testimony that the agency was using “blockchain exploitation tools” to combat cryptocurrency use in illicit markets. Nevano’s testimony revolved around the growing opioid addiction problem in the U.S., and how the law enforcement organization is fighting the drugs deliveries stemming from international mail carriers. Also Read: Oil Company Wants to Sell Bitcoin ATMs to Casinos, Stock Jumps 60% ICE Is Combating Illicit Activities That Derive From International Mail Deliveries This week the ICE deputy assistant director Greg Nevano discussed how his department was focused on fight the opioid and fentanyl problem plaguing the U.S. The director’s report explains how ICE is combating illicit activities that derive from international mail deliveries, alongside other cyber-based tactics used for fighting crime. Nevano also details to the […]
January 27, 2018
Even though NEM was the targeted currency during the Coincheck hack, it seems the price isn’t budging all that much. Yesterday, it seemed the NEM price would see a massive drop, but the market has recovered quite nicely. As of right now, the NEM price is above $1 once again thanks to a strong 18.82% increase over the past 24 hours. It is a positive turn of events for this particular altcoin, Whether or not this momentum will continue, is a different matter altogether. NEM Price Makes a Strong Comeback Cryptocurrencies have always been prone to volatility and manipulation. Especially if a big exchange gets hacked, we often see prices plummet without recourse. In the case of the NEM price, the value certainly dropped quite a bit yesterday. With Coincheck facing a major heck, it became evident there was some […]
January 27, 2018
Co-Written By:Wayne Zheng https://ca.linkedin.com/in/wyzhengKesem Frank https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kesem Imagine you are in a rush to get to a client meeting but keep getting red lights. “This is going to make me late!”, the voice inside your head screams. You know your client hates it if you are late, not to mention many other consequences. What if there was a way to optimize your commute so that you would NEVER run into this situation again? What if your car was smarter, with the ability to communicate with each other as well as infrastructure, to ensure you can get to the meeting on time? The combination of interconnected web of vehicles, machine learning, and blockchain technology working in seemingly complete harmony could ensure that you only hit green lights without annoying everyone else on the road; and with it, late commutes a thing of […]
January 27, 2018
Multiple Sia community members were concerned about Bitmain’s new ASIC miner. The company suddenly announced the A3, which is designed specifically for mining Siacoin. There were some brief discussions about possibly introducing a Sia fork which would disallow the ASIC hardware from impacting the network. It seems those plans have now been dismissed and nothing will happen to prevent the use of ASIC miners on the network. No Sia Fork to Prevent ASIC Mining It is evident the introduction of ASIC mining hardware specifically for Sia would have some interesting consequences. After all, these machines are a lot more powerful than most consumer hardware on the market as of right now. If a few dozen A3 miners hit the network at the same time, it would introduce some big changes to the Sia network as a whole. The overall hashpower would increase […]
January 27, 2018
Have ever been to a car onboard diagnostics knows unless you run it, some malfunctions are hidden, and any superficial fix is useless. One should see the problem, to address it. So for the human body. You need a dashboard of your health to keep track of what is going on, so you can make decisions based on given information: visit a doctor, alter the way you diet, and choose the set of exercises. Vinnd is an innovative at home blood diagnostics and intelligent database helping you to know more about your health, thus, about your body too. A healthy diet is considered to be the as prevalent way of losing weight as exercising. But why some of those “fantastic” diets working well on Hollywood stars and your next-door neighbor Nancy, simply fail on you? Simple blood test opens up a […]
January 27, 2018
This is a paid press release, which contains forward looking statements, and should be treated as advertising or promotional material. Bitcoin.com does not endorse nor support this product/service. Bitcoin.com is not responsible for or liable for any content, accuracy or quality within the press release. The OKOIN project launches the second round of the ICO. According to the management of VR Technology, which owns the project, the second round will make the token more liquid and stable after entering the open exchange, and thanks to protection against speculative manipulations. The second round will last from January 25, 2018 to April 25, 2018. For its start, two additional programs are launched: Bounty and Affiliate ones. During the first round, the OKOIN project managed to attract more than $25 million investment in equivalent. The current value of the token is $ 2.7. […]
January 27, 2018
The Kinda Super Secret World of Cryptocurrency Signals Groups was originally published in Hacker Noon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.
January 27, 2018
On January 30, 2018, the international p2p-platform Eticket4, with which you can buy tickets in the secondary market for any event, will be launching their Pre-ICO. During the crowd sale, which will last until February 21st, utilities-tokens ET4 will be on sale. ET4 tokens will allow their owners to get a number of advantages when buying or selling tickets through the ETicket4 platform. Thus, with the ET4 token, customers will be able to receive discounts up to 100% of the ticket price, and sellers will have access to the extended functionality of the analytical cabinet. So, when, for example, tickets for the football World Cup are paid with tokens, the buyer receives a 20% cashback, while paying for tickets to any other events – 10%. To join ETicket4 and to participate in its Pre ICO, users may send BTC (Bitcoin) […]
January 27, 2018
Waltonchain Partners with Mobius: A Perfect Synergy of Hardware and Software was originally published in Hacker Noon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.
January 27, 2018
Plenty of cryptocurrencies claim to do a far better job than Bitcoin when it comes to providing value. In the case of Hcash, currently traded as Hshare on various exchanges, there seems to be a clear plan of action and plenty of ambition. The project certainly has a lot of appeal, even though there is still some confusion as to what sets Hcash apart from the rest. Why is Hcash Trading as Hshare? That is by far the most intriguing question most people seem to be asking right now. There’s a very simple explanation for this. Hshare is the pre-launch value token which will be converted to Hcash at a 1:1 ratio at a later time. In essence, the two tokens have the same value, but it is a bit unclear when this conversion will take place. It is a bit confusing for novice […]
January 27, 2018
Perth Mint, Australia’s largest gold refiner, has announced plans for the development a cryptocurrency backed by physical gold. If successful in developing the altcoin, it will join a long list of virtual currencies seeking to entice cryptocurrency investors to experiment with commodity-backed virtual currencies, including Venezuela’s soon to be launched ‘petro’. Also Read: Venezuela Considers Selling Its ”Oil-Backed” Cryptocurrency With a 60% Discount Australian Gold Refinery to Develop Cryptocurrency The chief executive of Perth Mint, Richard Hayes, states that the company has identified a significant opportunity in “bring[ing] investors back to precious metals after a boom in alternative investments such as cryptocurrencies,” the Australian Broadcasting Corporation reports. “I think as the world moves through times of increasing uncertainty, you’re seeing people look for alternate offerings,” Mr. Hayes stated, adding “And you’re seeing this massive flow of funds into the likes of […]
January 27, 2018
An introduction to the basics to make sense of the latest and greatest Casper research Byzantine Fault Tolerance in Proof-of-stake protocols was originally published in Hacker Noon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.
January 27, 2018
Using a cryptocurrency-related debit card is pretty much impossible now. Both Visa and Mastercard have suspended this service for the […] The post Discover Joins Visa and Mastercard in Barring Bitcoin Support appeared first on Bitcoin Network, News, Charts, Guides & Analysis.
January 27, 2018
Saturday, Jan 27, 2018 – BitStarz has a reputation for dishing out big jackpots. Plenty of top prizes fell during 2017, with many players waiting in the wings to catch the cash. Keeping the momentum rolling into 2018, another big win has been announced, as Book of Fortune – the popular Amatic slot – has recently paid out 19.2 BTC ($279,000 approx). Amatic isn’t afraid to present players with a healthy challenge that’s for sure, with Book of Fortune being absolutely no exception. Set amidst a mystical realm of castles, wizards, and witches, this game rewards players with magic spells and wondrous bonus features. Through a variety of betting levels, this high volatility game kicks up the level of adventure, with it certainly not afraid to put a bumper prize on the line. You only need to take a single […]
January 27, 2018
Trading is arrogant, be it on Wall Street or across crypto exchanges. In order to trade rather than hodl, you must fundamentally believe you’re smarter, more disciplined or better informed than the other half of the market. Time will tell. But as long as you’re trading, we’ve established that you’re at least more arrogant than the other half of the market. Bitcoin is arrogant. In order to be a bitcoiner, you must fundamentally believe that a bunch of software engineers can create a better form of money than economists, governments and central banks. Also read: Why Do We Fall, Bruce? Wall Street Manipulation and Willy Bot If you are a bitcoin trader (rather than just a hodler) you must be really smart. Or at least you must think you are really smart. A common trait I see in bitcoin traders is that […]
January 27, 2018
Can a checklist help in deciding which ICO’s to invest in? was originally published in Hacker Noon on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.
January 27, 2018
Velix.ID — a RegTech Blockchain startup, working in the Identity Verification Space — is partnering with Cryptocurrency Exchanges in India to improve upon the existing KYC processes. Initial cryptocurrency exchanges to confirm the partnership with Velix.ID are Coinsecure & Bitxoxo, two of the largest Bitcoin exchanges in India. On the partnership with Velix.ID, Mohit Kalra, the CEO of Coinsecure, said: The current process of KYC and identity verification is too troublesome and tedious for us as a Cryptocurrency Exchange and a cause of significant loss of business. I personally believe that with Blockchain Technology, this process can be improved upon drastically. When the idea of Velix.ID was presented to me, I was left impressed with the idea and the technical soundness of the execution plan. In fact, I wholeheartedly believe in —not just the idea— but the actual ability of […]
January 27, 2018
Starting of initial coin offerings (ICOs) creates a lot of investor interest netting millions of dollars in a relatively short period. That’s a valid reason why new ICOs are rapidly launching one by one, and new tokens emerge every week. Choosing a project worth investing has become a challenging task that requires knowledge and patience. With this in mind, any potential investor should carefully review ICO offerings they would like to participate. An ICO investment can provide you with outrageous gains, but losses can be monumental as well. Any investment decision depends on a comprehensive appraisal of its present and future potential. Place Your Bet Wisely Sports betting occupies the largest market share in the global gambling market and income of bookmakers in 2017 has averaged out to more than 120 billion euro. According to H2 Gambling Capital, the income from online […]
January 27, 2018
Fans of the Role Playing Game (RPG) Imperatum now have the chance to play an all-new level in their favorite Sci-Fi simulator. Imperatum has added a “Crypto Update” to the Volantis City level which brings different difficulty options based on the real-time price of bitcoin. Also read: Three Ukrainian Lawmakers Declare Bitcoin Holdings Worth $47 Million Imperatum Creates Bitcoin Mode a Difficulty Adjustment Tethered to the Value of Bitcoin Imperatum is a popular RPG that can be found on the Steam gaming network. Players become agents in the city of Volantis trying to find clues to the ongoing mystery of an evil force consuming the galaxy. The game offers lots of items, weapons, character customization, and “core ARPG ‘trinity’ mechanics.” The new Crypto Update comes with several new features for Imperatum players but ‘Bitcoin Mode’ will make things more or […]
January 27, 2018
DocCoin is worldwide medical system designed on blockchain and smart contract technologies. It’s digital alternative to modern healthcare world. DocCoin aim to gather patients, doctors, insurance companies, hospitals, rehabilitation centers and other parties of healthcare world into one ecosystem that will change the future of health industry. DocCoin will help patients in receiving high-quality medical services, doctors will receive additional practice to improve their skills and will get additional money for services provided, insurance companies will decrease overall number of fraud cases. Nikita Zykov, Founder & CEO of DocCoin said “We believe that DocCoin will make healthcare industry more transparent and efficient and users of DocCoin system will benefit from coming changes” Pre-sale Information The pre-sale will begin on January 25, 2018 and will end on February 2th 2018. There is a 50% discount available throughout the pre-sale. The price […]
January 27, 2018
Crypto N’ Kafe is going to launch world’s first Blockchain based coffee trading ecosystem, which will positively impact all the small-scale Farmers, Roasters, Traders, and Retailers. Jan 27, 2017, Mauritius – With an objective to offer a full-scale ecosystem in order to support the entire coffee trading in Africa, Crypto N’ Kafe is launching a unique platform that will help the Small Farmers to Grow their Incomes and promote an Efficient Supply Chain. This is a phenomenal concept, which will impact traders, roasters, retailers, and end-users apart from the coffee-growing farmers. This ecosystem has been designed considering the technology paradigm shift in the society and to bring forth a transformative coffee industry. Coffee market has grown globally at a significant rate in last few years due to various factors such as rapid urbanization, increase in the population with the emergence […]
January 27, 2018
Switzerland, Davos, January 27, 2018 – The Ukrainian ICO startup, Hacken, will host this ground-breaking discussion at the Ukrainian House in Davos, dedicated to the Fintech industry and the future development of finance architecture. The pre-eminent AI-powered humanoid robot Sophia Hanson will be the panel’s speaker. The principal goal of the panel is to discuss how to improve overall cybersecurity standards around the world, especially in the crypto industry. This discussion is seen as important owing to the ever increasing number and types of cyber attacks globally. Sophia Hanson has been created, and is evolving “to be as conscious, creative and capable as any human,” (David Hanson, creator). She has engaged in many discussions in a remarkably coherent and comprehensive way, often giving a fascinating insight into the future of AI. Sophia Hanson, being a panel speaker, will discuss questions […]
January 27, 2018
Austin, TX 27th January, 2018 StreamSpace, a Texas-based Blockchain start-up, is all set to revolutionize the film industry by eliminating the existing distribution channels between filmmakers and their customers. Utilizing decentralized storage systems and blockchain, StreamSpace has created a secure platform where filmmakers can set a price for their work and receive payments directly from the customers. StreamSpace has just announced the start of their Initial Coin Offering. This token sale will continue till February 27, offering a total of 250 million StreamShares (SSH). StreamSpace is a secure platform for video distribution that has been created with the goal of disrupting the present-day idea of video content distribution by eliminating the middlemen. It will empower independent filmmakers to retain financial control over their film projects, while enabling consumers to receive quality film content directly from the creators. A few […]
January 27, 2018
Shortly after receiving cease-and-desist letters from the State of Texas and North Carolina, BitConnect (BCC) discontinued its lending platform, effectively shutting down the Ponzi scheme and leaving investors with stacks of worthless BCC tokens as compensation for their dollars lost. When BitConnect announced the shutdown, the coin instantly dropped 90% and has since continued to depreciate. While this was great news for the majority of investors that recognized the nature of the scam, they may be saddened to see that several other Ponzi schemes have gained popularity in the week following BCC’s closure. The most prominent example is Davorcoin (DAV), which appears to be almost a carbon copy of BCC. Both scams are advertised as lending platforms in which users lock their funds for a certain period of time and receive daily returns. Rather than shying from the shutdown of BitConnect, DAV’s team has been […]
January 27, 2018
Moscow, Russian Federation, January 29th, 2018 – The first release of 2018 is here. Today Revain is announcing next step in the development of its blockchain-based review platform. The company just released version 0.4 of its flagship Dashboard service. After several iterations aimed to test some core functions, Revain is finally adding first 15 projects to the platform. A few new things were included in v0.4. The starting page was relocated from Revain project’s page to the page with a list of all tokens which were added on the platform with some basic information such as rating, volume, today’s and ICO price, open source activity. Users can choose a project and review all the statistics about it as well as authentic and qualitative feedback provided by other token holders. Next. Dashboard overall user interface and design were improved. The search […]
January 27, 2018
At UseTheBitcoin we have been following the cryptocurrency world during the last year. It was incredible how many places started to accept Bitcoin, Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies. Governments and enterprises… Continue reading “Bitcoin and Ethereum Can Now Be Used to Pay For Home Rentals” The post Bitcoin and Ethereum Can Now Be Used to Pay For Home Rentals appeared first on .
January 27, 2018
The Satoshi Revolution: A Revolution of Rising Expectations. Section 2 : The Moral Imperative of Privacy Chapter 4: When Privacy is Criminalized, Only Criminals will be Private by Wendy McElroy Kiss a Computer Engineer Today (Chapter 4, Part 4) If you care about liberty, the nonaggression principle, or economic freedom in general you should do everything you can to use Bitcoin as often as possible in your daily life.” — Roger Ver Every time I turn on a light switch, I want to kiss an engineer. I cannot make light in the darkness, but they can. I can do so at the flick of a switch only because they have created the FM that makes it happen without my needing to know how. (FM = F***ing Magic, which is what much of technology seems to me). Fortunately, I married an […]
January 27, 2018
Multiple governments around the world have not taken a liking to encryption. In fact, some officials want to end encryption in their respective countries once and for all, which will be met with a lot of criticism. NordVPN is warning about a new bill making its way through Australia’s government right now. This new anti-encryption bill will have severe consequences if it is turned into law. Australia Wants to end Encryption It is neither the first nor the last time we will see government officials attempt to end encryption. In their opinion, encryption facilitates illegal and even terrorist activity. That has become the default excuse in this regard, even though most people see this as a direct attack on consumer privacy. Over in Australia, the government is currently considering a new anti-encryption bill, which is not to the liking of privacy advocates. VPN service provider NordVPN is […]
January 27, 2018
Graft, the blockchain-based payment network created for point of sale, had launched its mainnet on January 16th, ahead of its scheduled date and just a few days before the company’s Initial Coin Offering (ICO), which started on January 18. Graft is one of a few ICO projects that have their own blockchain. The team behind this project is so committed to help cryptocurrencies gain mainstream acceptance and provide a payment solution for merchants that they built a blockchain based around the merchants’ systems and processes, combining the best parts of payment technologies and solving the issue regarding the other cryptocurrencies. By using Graft, merchants will be able to accept cryptocurrencies at the point of sale with just as much ease as they would have with real money or credit cards. By using its own blockchain, Graft runs in a different […]
January 27, 2018
A bill has been submitted to the Russian parliament to make the country’s national “cryptocurrency,” the cryptoruble, legal tender in Russia. This bill was introduced as the finance ministry published a different bill for the regulation of cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings in Russia. Also read: Russia Finalizes Federal Law on Cryptocurrency Regulation Cryptoruble as Legal Tender A draft law has been submitted to the State Duma by Parliament member Rizvan Kurbanov to introduce “the national cryptocurrency, cryptoruble, as an official means of payment in Russia,” RT reported. The publication elaborated: The document proposes several amendments to the Russian Civil Code, which would make the cryptoruble a legal means of payment circulated nationwide. The bill was posted in the electronic database of the lower house of parliament on January 25. It proposes amending Article 140 of the Civil Code of the Russian […]