Due Diligence Report on RChain Highlights Shady Past of Key Partnership Members

RChain has proven to be a very interesting project in the world of blockchain technology. Unfortunately, it seems the RChain Cooperative aspect of this project is running into some potential issues. One of the team’s members reached out to us to tell his side of the story, which paints a worrisome future for the RChain … Read more

Using Ethereum Blockchain Technology to Build Smarter Spacecraft

The use cases for blockchain technology are waiting to be discovered. While some people would love to see the Ethereum price go to the moon, its underpinning technology may get there first, by the look of things. The Resilient Networking and Computing Paradigm project is using blockchain and smart contracts to create a new breed of spacecraft. … Read more

IMF Chief Envisages Large-Scale Shift Towards Cryptocurrencies

IMF chief Christine Lagarde has dedicated her latest two blog posts on the official IMF website to cryptocurrencies. In her latest post, she outlines multiple benefits of crypto and envisages a large-scale shift away from government-issued currencies towards cryptocurrencies. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space 2 Blog Posts Dedicated to Crypto The … Read more

Opera Adds a Built-In Ad Blocker to Thwart Cryptojacking Attempts

Fans of Bitcoin and similar currencies should know all about cryptojacking by now. This particularly worrisome trend has been growing in popularity for quite some time now, and it seems things will not improve in this regard. Thankfully, there’s now a somewhat easy way to determine whether or not one has fallen victim to cryptojacking. Make Sure … Read more

ETHLend Seeks European License to Issue Fiat-Based P2P Loans

It is evident there is a bright future ahead for companies looking to mix lending with cryptocurrency. So far, few of these efforts have been particularly successful, but there are always exceptions. In the case of ETHLend, the company is looking to expand into the fiat currency industry. It’s a remarkable development, as we hardly ever see a … Read more

Bitcoin Gaining Ground in Zimbabwe with a New Crypto Exchange and an In-Office BTC/USD ATM

Just a few weeks ago, the Zimbabwean cryptocurrency exchange Golix gained its first national competitor when Styx24 opened its doors online. Almost simultaneously Golix introduced a Bitcoin ATM to its customers, accessible inside their offices in central Harare. Also read: Bitcoin Adoption Continues to Thrive Within Africa’s Borders Need US Dollar Bills In Zimbabwe? Got … Read more

Cryptocurrency Exchange Kraken Withdraws from Japanese Market

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is suspending all of its services to Japanese residents. The exchange has been allowed to operate in Japan while its application with the country’s financial regulator is being reviewed. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Kraken Pulling Out of Japan Kraken announced on Tuesday the suspension of its services … Read more

Initial Coin Offerings: The Badlands Between Innovation and Regulation

In recent weeks, the SEC sent a shockwave of concern that’s reverberating through the blockchain industry – issuing subpoenas to companies that have conducted Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs).   Those of us who understand the regulatory process foresaw the SEC subpoena sweep coming from miles away. Those who operated under the false assumption that blockchains, ICOs … Read more