Does blockchain technology grant enough anonymity? Experts’ opinions vary, as some say the technology hasn’t lived up to the expectations. The first blockchain was launched more than 10 years ago and since then, it has evolved from simply being a backbone for Bitcoin (BTC) to a global technological phenomenon. In some sense, the distributed ledger […]
Continue ReadingHaving just recently announced plans to close shop, Bitcoin payments facilitator Purse.io says it is now reconsidering due to “an incredible outpouring of support from the community.” Having just recently announced plans to close shop, Bitcoin (BTC) payments facilitator Purse.io says it is now reconsidering due to “an incredible outpouring of support from the community.” […]
Continue ReadingBlockchain technology could help the African gold industry boost the continent’s economic growth, even during the coronavirus pandemic. Western perception of precious African resources usually tends to focus on the diamond trade. However, amid an ongoing pandemic, gold usually surfaces as both one of the most in-demand and discussed assets in the world. Historically known […]
Continue ReadingA Paxful survey shows that a growing percentage of Americans are considering cryptocurrencies as an alternative to the current financial system. Americans with a working knowledge of cryptocurrencies have been showing a rising interest in blockchain technology and cryptos. According to a survey conducted by the global peer-to-peer Bitcoin marketplace Paxful, this demographic increasingly views […]
Continue ReadingItalian-Cuban entrepreneur launches Cuba’s first decentralized Bitcoin exchange, but global regulations and slow internet connections could confuse the issue. While most crypto businesses keep out of Cuba due to regulatory uncertainties and hefty American sanctions, Italian-Cuban entrepreneur Mario Mazzola developed and deployed Cuba’s first peer-to-peer Bitcoin (BTC) exchange. Blockchain and cryptocurrency news outlet Decrypt reported […]
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Leading figures in India’s crypto industry are reading positive signs from Facebook’s $5.7 billion investment in India’s largest mobile operator. Leading figures in India’s crypto industry are reading positive signs from Facebook’s $5.7 billion investment in India’s largest mobile operator. First reported on April 22, Facebook’s deal with Jio Platforms — the digital technology unit […]
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Social payments application Bundle launched its service in Nigeria after incubation by leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance. Social payments application Bundle launched its service in Nigeria after incubation by leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance. According to an announcement on April 23, Bundle now allows its users to request, send and receive cash or crypto from their peers […]
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Dutch company GUTS has come up with a novel blockchain-based system for managing crowds in public places to minimize risks as pandemic restrictions are eased. As more and more countries seek to ease strict lockdown restrictions, challenges lie ahead managing social distancing in public places to mitigate the risks of a second wave of infections. […]
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A behind-the-scenes look at the impact to and recovery from China’s blockchain industry following the initial coronavirus outbreak. The COVID-19 pandemic is threatening to plunge the world into the deepest crisis since the Great Depression and could deprive global economies of $5.5 trillion over the next two years. China’s economy shrank for the first time […]
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Bling’s crypto gaming apps have seen a surge of downloads in the wake of COVID-19. US-based crypto gaming company Bling has reported a significant increase in the number of people using its products since most of the world entered various stages of lockdown in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to statistics shared exclusively with […]
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