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This smartphone from HTC can run a full Bitcoin node, but there is a catch!

This smartphone from HTC can run a full Bitcoin node, but there is a catch!

The cryptocurrency market has undergone significant growth in the last couple of years. Since 2009, thousands of unique cryptocurrencies have popped up, but Bitcoin remains the most popular one till now.

Silicon Canals October 25, 2019
The Benefits Of Applying Blockchain Technology In Any Industry

The Benefits Of Applying Blockchain Technology In Any Industry

Blockchain technology has evolved greatly since the introduction of Bitcoin in 2008, the first decentralized peer-to-peer electronic cash system. Today, innovators in various fields are realizing the benefits of the technology behind Bitcoin. From medicine to finance, many sectors are looking for ways to integrate blockchain into their infrastructures.

Forbes October 23, 2019
Facebook's Zuckerberg open to scaling back Libra plan

Facebook's Zuckerberg open to scaling back Libra plan

Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg opened the door Wednesday to scaling back plans for the company’s digital coin Libra if it cannot win approval as a new currency for global exchanges.

Tech Xplore October 23, 2019
Accounting Giants Launch Tool For Assessing Blockchain Risk

Accounting Giants Launch Tool For Assessing Blockchain Risk

The growth and adoption of blockchain technology in the enterprise space is getting up to full steam at the moment. It is also being aided by the likes of the Accounting Blockchain Coalition (ABC), an alliance dedicated to educating businesses and organizations on accounting matters relevant to digital assets and blockchain.

Forbes October 22, 2019
Facebook says Libra won't launch without US approval

Facebook says Libra won't launch without US approval

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg plans to tell Congress Wednesday that the company’s planned Libra cryptocurrency won’t launch unless all U.S. regulators approve.

Tech Xplore October 22, 2019
Zuckerberg calls Libra coin a key for American leadership

Zuckerberg calls Libra coin a key for American leadership

Facebook’s proposed digital coin Libra would “extend America’s financial leadership” while helping cash-strapped people around the world, chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said in remarks prepared for delivery to lawmakers released Tuesday.

Tech Xplore October 22, 2019
The Role Of Blockchain In Cybersecurity

The Role Of Blockchain In Cybersecurity

There has been a lot of hype around blockchain technology, including predictions for how it can make communications and data sharing more secure.

Forbes October 21, 2019
How Bitcoin transactions were used to track down the 23-year-old South Korean operating a global child exploitation site from his bedroom

How Bitcoin transactions were used to track down the 23-year-old South Korean operating a global child exploitation site from his bedroom

For almost three years, “Welcome To Video” was a covert den for people who traded in clips of children being sexually assaulted. There, on the darknet’s largest-known site of child exploitation videos, hundreds of users from around the world accessed material that showed the sexual abuse of children as young as six months old.

CNN October 20, 2019
Venezuelan Central Bank is Considering Holding Bitcoin and Ether

Venezuelan Central Bank is Considering Holding Bitcoin and Ether

Venezuela’s central bank is exploring the possibilities of holding Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) in its coffers, according to anonymous sources who reportedly have direct insights into the matter.

Coin Telegraph October 16, 2019
Wells Fargo Co-Signs Cryptocurrencies With New Digital Cash Product

Wells Fargo Co-Signs Cryptocurrencies With New Digital Cash Product

Wells Fargo is the latest bank to jump into the cryptocurrency space with the launch of its stablecoin product, dubbed Wells Fargo Digital Cash. The tokenized dollar will allow users to move money internally across the firm’s global network in “near real-time.”

Forbes October 16, 2019
Messaging app Kik to shut down amid cryptocurrency battle

Messaging app Kik to shut down amid cryptocurrency battle

Kik, a popular messaging app for young smartphone users, is shutting down as the company focuses on a legal battle over its cryptocurrency funding round.

Tech Xplore October 16, 2019
Facebook-backed Libra group pledges to 'reassure' regulators

Facebook-backed Libra group pledges to 'reassure' regulators

The head of the Libra Association, created by Facebook to launch its new cryptocurrency, said Thursday the project’s leaders would aim to “reassure” regulators who have voiced mounting concern over the virtual money.

Tech Xplore October 16, 2019
Bitcoin Price On Course For Record Highs Despite Cryptocurrency Crash, Experts Claim

Bitcoin Price On Course For Record Highs Despite Cryptocurrency Crash, Experts Claim

Bitcoin has experienced huge price drops in recent days, with the cryptocurrency tumbling by more than $2,000 (£1,600) to take its value below $8,000 for the first time since June.

Independent October 16, 2019
Switzerland’s central bank is exploring the use of digital currencies for trading

Switzerland’s central bank is exploring the use of digital currencies for trading

Switzerland’s central bank is working with the country’s stock exchange to examine the possible use of digital currencies in trading.

CNBC October 16, 2019
SOCIAL MEDIA Mark Zuckerberg to testify before Congress on Facebook’s libra cryptocurrency

SOCIAL MEDIA Mark Zuckerberg to testify before Congress on Facebook’s libra cryptocurrency

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg will testify before the House Financial Services Committee this month, the committee announced Wednesday.

CNBC October 16, 2019