Cryptocurrency App Users Increase 14-Fold in South Korea

The number of cryptocurrency app users in South Korea has increased 14 times in the last 11 weeks to approximately two million users, according to a recent analysis. Users spend an average of 26 minutes using them daily and the majority of users are in their 30s. Also read: South Korea Urges 23 Countries, EU, and … Read more

What Is EtherCraft?

Developers all over the world have taken a liking to creating new projects on top of the Ethereum blockchain. Over the past few months, we have seen various ICOs, CryptoKitties, racing games, and so forth. It is now time to introduce the first decentralized role-playing game, EtherCraft. It’s an innovative concept that looks pretty interesting. … Read more

Cornell Researchers: Bitcoin Not as Decentralized as Assumed

Cornell University researchers, using the Falcon Relay Network, have concluded that neither of the two most popular cryptocurrency blockchains, Bitcoin and Ethereum, are as decentralized as once thought. A two-year longitudinal study claims Bitcoin underutilizes its network, Ethereum is better distributed than Bitcoin, and Bitcoin’s rewards for smaller miners is often unpredictable due to block … Read more

Bitcoin, Ethereum & Blockchain Superconference Releases Final Speaker, Sponsor & Vendor List

January 11th, 2018 (Dallas, TX): The Bitcoin, Ethereum, & Blockchain Superconference has released an updated list of all speakers, sponsors and vendors in anticipation of the conference dates, February 16th, 17th, and 18th, 2018. “We’re excited to have 800+ attendees, speakers, sponsors, vendors, and press attend this conference, just one month away.” says Richard Jacobs, … Read more

Vitalik Buterin Releases Revolutionary New DAICO Model for ICOs

Vitalik Buterin, the creator of the Ethereum Network, recently proposed a new method for decentralized fundraising called the “DAICO”. Incorporating elements of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations, or DAOs, the new model is designed to minimize the complexity and risk associated with ICOs. Buterin outlined the new model in a post on the Ethereum Research Forum entitled “Explanation … Read more

Japan’s DMM Bitcoin Exchange Opens for Business With 7 Cryptocurrencies

Japanese e-commerce and entertainment giant DMM Group has launched its crypto exchange, supporting 7 cryptocurrencies and 14 trading pairs. The group is also preparing to launch another crypto exchange in the Spring aimed at inexperienced investors. Also read: South Korea Urges 23 Countries, EU, and IMF to Collaborate on Curbing Crypto Trading DMM’s Crypto Exchange Launched … Read more

Hive to Place Its $100Mn USD Bitcoin Mining Operations in Northern Sweden

This week the Canadian firm, Hive Blockchain, announced it would be starting a $100Mn USD mining operation in Sweden. Hive’s CEO says the mining center will “ten times bigger” than the company’s Iceland mining centers. Also Read: Markets Update: Cryptos Look for Relief After South Korea FUD Causes Losses Hive Blockchain Is Starting a Mining Operation … Read more

Venezuela Will Pre-Mine the Petro and Launch in 6 Weeks

One day after Venezuela’s oil-backed cryptocurrency was declared illegal, the government of president Nicolas Maduro announced plans to pre-mine the petro. The new currency is expected to launch in six weeks. Also read: South Korea Urges 23 Countries, EU, and IMF to Collaborate on Curbing Crypto Trading Petro Mining Restricted to Government The Venezuelan Superintendent of … Read more

As the Market Bleeds, Ethereum Sets All-Time High

Yesterday, the cryptocurrency market was swimming in a sea of red. From the top 10 contenders to the lower market cap rising stars, assets were down across the board. Of course, there were a few outliers, including Bitcoin’s age-old rival: Ethereum. Ethereum Stands Strong Amid Turbulence Ethereum has been looking bullish going into the New Year. … Read more