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Just hours after its June 21, 2018, release, the new Nano Wallet a critical security flaw was discovered that could compromise funds for Android users. A patch amending all issues was since released. The wallet in question was the Android version of the new Nano Wallet available for iOS, Windows, Android, Mac and Linux — […]

Chinese giant Bitmain mined more than 42% of all Bitcoin blocks last week, edging close to the 51% threshold required to control the entire network. According to BTC.com’s updated pool statistics, BTC.com and AntPool’s efforts last week total 42.2% of the network hashrate. Both outfits are owned by Beijing-based Bitmain — the world’s leading Bitcoin […]

Joyce Kim, co-founder of $3.5 billion blockchain network Stellar and cryptocurrency hedge fund managing partner at SparkChain Capital, said in an interview with Chosun that 99% of blockchain sector of investors are interested in short-term profits rather than the technology. At a cryptocurrency conference covered by mainstream media and publications like Chosun and JoongAng, Kim […]

Although still in early stages of adoption, cryptocurrency as an emerging digital asset class has provided people worldwide new ways of finding financial freedom. Seattle-based startup, Altcoin Fantasy enables users a risk-free way to learn cryptocurrency trading. Altcoin Fantasy, Simplifying Cryptocurrency Trading Altcoin Fantasy uses a gamified cryptocurrency trading simulation platform to teach users how […]

Paris Hilton’s father, Rick Hilton, chairman of Hilton and Hyland and the family namesake of the Hilton Hotels is selling a $38 million Roman mansion through a cryptocurrency auction. Known as the Palazzetto, the 16th-century Roman mansion is 17,363 square feet with 11 bedrooms, 15 bathrooms, and three full-sized kitchens. Valued around $38 million, the property […]

China recently revealed its second batch of state-endorsed cryptocurrency ratings and notably, EOS takes the lead this round as it was entirely excluded in the first set of ratings released in May 2018. Ethereum, Steem, and Lisk held the top ratings the first time around. The blockchain projects ratings depend on three different components based on technology, […]

Despite a recent market downturn, cryptocurrency interest and blockchain integration continue to rise across industries worldwide. On June 20, 2018, Cardano founder, Charles Hoskinson took to Twitter to share optimism for the future of cryptocurrency in the midst of media doubt. Hoskinson Calls Out Media Taking interest in cryptocurrency in early 2013, Hoskinson has become […]

The cryptocurrency market has swung violently back into the red due to a series of regulatory movements from Asia, spooking skittish market participants. Bitcoin and Ethereum plummeted by almost 10% as Japanese regulators crack down on exchange action. Crypto markets are bleeding red subsequent to a Japanese financial watchdog move that saw business improvement orders […]

Technology pioneer John McAfee recently announced the end of his involvement with initial coin offerings (ICOs) but is far from done with the world of distributed ledger technology. After revealing his intention to run for 2020 US president, McAfee declared he plans to cease corruption, introduce blockchain-based polling, and implement universal medical care upon his […]

The latest World Wealth Report 2017 released by Capgemini, a multi-billion dollar French professional services company, revealed that 29%, nearly one in three, high net-worth individuals are interested in holding cryptocurrency in the long-term. Why Investors are Interested in Cryptocurrency In 2017, primarily due to the strong performance of the US stock market, Capgemini head […]