A security researcher identified nine fraudulent BTC address QR code converters that have stolen 7+ BTC in four weeks. A network of malicious QR code generators has stolen more than $40,000 from Bitcoin (BTC) users in one month. At least nine fake Bitcoin-to-QR code generators have been spotted in recent weeks, with security researcher, Harry […]
Continue ReadingThe relationship between Bitcoin price and its mempool size was negative in most scenarios where BTC lost more than 20%. After making a strong recovery from $3,775 to $6,450, Bitcoin’s (BTC) price has traded in a tight range which has seen the price struggle to push above resistance at $6,400 and $6,850. Despite the current […]
Continue ReadingHaving trouble finding the right crypto wallet? Here’s Cointelegraph’s list of software wallets and how they differ. Similar to a bank account for fiat currency, a crypto wallet is a personal interface for a cryptocurrency network that provides reliable storage and enables transactions. Whether a cryptocurrency is securely stored or not, much depends on the […]
Continue ReadingCheck out this week’s Bad Crypto News. Bitcoin has continued its recovery. It’s up around 23 percent over the last week, even as the Bitcoin clock continues its countdown. We’re now entering the last 50 days of a 12.5 BTC reward. These are strange times for everyone but despite Bitcoin’s volatility, the digital coin seems […]
Continue ReadingMarubeni unveiled blockchain steel pipe tracing tests, multiple exchanges added leverage trading, and more headlined news from Japan this past week. This week’s headlines from Japan included Bitbank adding smartphone compatibility for identity verification, Fobi Japan announcing leverage trading, Coincheck announcing order limits, Rakuten Wallet announcing margin trading, and product trading company Marubeni testing blockchain […]
Continue ReadingVenezuela faces clogged internet usage due to quarantine measures, which could make crypto usage difficult. The global coronavirus lockdown has put a strain on Venezuela’s internet, which could logically make crypto participation difficult. As much of the world hunkers down in quarantine, people logically turn to internet-based services for work, as well as a way […]
Continue ReadingBlockstream’s Liquid Federation welcomed 10 new members — comprising notable crypto exchanges and custody providers. Blockstream’s Liquid sidechain settlement network welcomed 10 new members to the Liquid Federation on March 27. The new additions bring the Liquid Federation’s membership up to 45 — including crypto exchange trading desks, and financial institutions. New members come from […]
Continue ReadingThe latest data suggests that there are now almost 800,000 wallets with a balance of at least 1 BTC — more than ever before. Bitcoin (BTC) addresses holding 1 BTC are on the rise — but only a maximum of 800,000 people currently own a whole coin. That is according to data released on March […]
Continue ReadingBitcoin price is becoming bearish on shorter timeframes as global markets are still pricing the coronavirus pandemic and government stimuli. The price of Bitcoin (BTC) has shown a strong surge in the past weeks, as the price rallied from $3,750 to $6,900. However, the crucial $6,900 level wasn’t broken to the upside and confirmed as […]
Continue ReadingWith zero taxes for crypto traders and miners, Portugal could become a Bitcoin tax haven. Cointelegraph takes a deeper look at crypto tax regulation in the country. Existing outside of the realm of traditional finance and with no central point of authority, digital assets have posed several challenges to governments worldwide. Many nations have struggled […]
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