What Is ERC827?

There are a number of different token standards on the Ethereum network to support its many token contracts. The most familiar of these is probably ERC20, a stable standard which makes it easy to build new, usable tokens while allowing for reasonable customization. This is why many projects use it as their token standard. However, … Read more

Australia to Ban Bitcoin Gambling

Australian gambling regulator Northern Territory Racing Commission (NTRC) has issued an informal ban against all cryptocurrency online wagering, singling out bitcoin and ethereum. Just days before, one of its licensed online gambling sites announced it was offering bitcoin to its customers. Also read: Market Risk Advisory Committee: Bitcoin Futures Self-Certification Works Neds Adopts Bitcoin Gambling Paul … Read more

UNICEF Asks Gamers to Mine Cryptocurrency for Syrian Children

The invention of cryptocurrency is a revolution in modern finance but it has far reaching implications in many other fields as well. For example, a new initiative by UNICEF harnesses the power of mining to create a new form of philanthropy. Also Read: Senate of Nigeria Launches Probe of Bitcoin Trading in the Country Mining … Read more

Crowdfire Founders Plan to Launch Indian Bitcoin Exchange

Cryptocurrencies have grown popular in India, and digital asset markets in the region have seen exponential growth despite uncertainty from the Indian government. Now, this week the founders of the popular application Crowdfire have announced the team is launching an Indian-based bitcoin exchange this March. Also read: Russian Cryptocurrency Bill Is Ready – Regulators Share Details … Read more

“It’s the Final Countdown!” 14 Days until the Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Blockchain Super Conference

DALLAS, TX – In 14 days (Friday February 16th to Saturday 18th), the most respected developers, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and thought leaders in the blockchain industry are coming together to show the “Average Joe” why 2018 is set to be an even bigger year from crypto investors. Headline speakers include: James Altucher, Tim Draper, Ronnie … Read more

What Is the DigixDAO?

Finding a stable store of value in the cryptocurrency world is a lot more difficult than most people believe. Most cryptocurrencies are inherently volatile, yet efforts are underway to combine the best of cryptocurrency with stable assets. The DigixDAO is a very interesting project in this regard, as it is a Distributed Autonomous Organization which … Read more

The Cryptocurrency Markets Are Having an Interesting Week

The crypto markets have been having an interesting week to put it mildly. Seas of red and deep cuts have had the vultures circling, the weak hands folding, and the naysayers expending their lifetime’s allocation of “I told you so’s”. While the last two weeks have been painful for anyone who bought bitcoin in December … Read more

AMD Increases GPU Production to Match Crypto Mining Demand

Responding to strong market demand, AMD is planning to increase production of graphics cards which are currently in short supply. The recently launched RX Vega GPUs have virtually disappeared from shelves, with crypto mining gaining popularity among investors and enthusiasts. The revenue from the company’s Graphics Division has reached almost a billion dollars in the … Read more