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Blockchain Advertising Is Coming. Fast. Very Fast.

Blockchain advertising technology will be the de facto standard for media buying accountability sooner rather than later, according to the startup companies that intend to revolutionize the industry. We examine the ways in which blockchain promises a better experience for consumers and brands alike.

9 years ago · By SAM TOWN

Crypto Wallet Vulnerabilities Could Encourage Cheetahs

Cheetah Mobile, a Chinese mobile app company, recently released a report claiming to have found crypto wallet security vulnerabilities in Jaxx Blockchain Wallet and Bitcoin.com wallet. The company coincidentally recently released its own SafeWallet competitor.

9 years ago · By NICK HALL

Chinese Government Newspaper Directly Endorses Blockchain

The official newspaper of the Chinese Communist Party, The People’s Daily, printed a feature on Monday entitled ‘Three Questions to Blockchain’ that directly endorses blockchain technology. It explores real world applications of blockchain and its relevance to China’s burgeoning digital economy.

9 years ago · By KIERAN SMITH

Bitcoin Is Winning The Civil War Against BCH

Bitcoin vs Bitcoin Cash was the epic hard fork battle of 2017 - which entity is winning the war between the two, and why? Key developments in Bitcoin suggest a reduction in any competitive advantage Bitcoin Cash (BCH) might have had over the original.

9 years ago · By KIERAN SMITH

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What Is a Blockchain? Introduction to Digital Ledgers

Feb. 23, 2018

What Is a Blockchain? Introduction to Digital Ledgers

A blockchain is continually evolving list of records. For the purpose of cryptocurrency, it is a public ledger. The blockchain is important to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies because, without it, there’d be no verifiable way to prove that transactions were valid, or that funds were transferred.

By THE ANALYST TEAM

Is Ethereum Switching To DAICO?

Feb. 23, 2018

Is Ethereum Switching To DAICO?

The new DAICO model for crowdfunding was born of frustration with the current ICO (Initial Coin Offering) model in cryptocurrency. From outright scams to unaccountable developers, the model is flawed - and Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin says an ICO/DAO hybrid might work better.

By ALAN DANIEL

Supply Chains Demand Blockchains

Feb. 21, 2018

Supply Chains Demand Blockchains

Is blockchain technology ready to decentralize supply chain architecture? We examine the current state of distributed ledger technology in the global supply chain industry and investigate some of the most promising platforms that are merging logistics, suppliers, vendors, and blockchains.

By SAM TOWN

An A-Z Of Blockchain Use Cases

Feb. 19, 2018

An A-Z Of Blockchain Use Cases

How do you explain blockchain technology to someone who isn't familiar with it? You could start by explaining it in language they will understand - and by relating it to a field they're familiar with. Flip Filipowski explains the myriad blockchain use cases (with shiny Infographic!)

By ANDREW FILIPOWSKI

No, Vitalik Buterin Is Not Scamming You

Feb. 18, 2018

No, Vitalik Buterin Is Not Scamming You

Vitalik Buterin, the creator of Ethereum, has recently taken to Twitter to warn cryptocurrency investors about crypto. His point was illustrated succinctly in the first reply to the tweet— a copycat scammer who has now collected more than $40k by impersonating the programmer.

By SAM TOWN

How An Amazon Cryptocurrency Will Change The World

Feb. 18, 2018

How An Amazon Cryptocurrency Will Change The World

An Amazon cryptocurrency wouldn't just change the face of the world's largest online retailer. It would change the world. The era of mass adoption would be upon us within minutes of Jeff Bezos announcing either a proprietary AmazonCoin, or a partnership with a platform such as Stellar or Ripple.

By SAM TOWN

Crypto Wallets 101: How To Store Cryptocurrency

Feb. 15, 2018

Crypto Wallets 101: How To Store Cryptocurrency

What's the difference between all the different crypto wallets? Before you consider trading cryptocurrency on an exchange, you’ll need to understand what a cryptocurrency wallet is and how it works. Our guide introduces the differences between hardware, software, and "hot" wallets.

By ADAM SELENE

The US House of Representatives Just LOOOOVES Blockchain

Feb. 14, 2018

The US House of Representatives Just LOOOOVES Blockchain

An overwhelmingly positive response to blockchain technology in today's congressional subcommittee was evident today as Ralph Abraham, Chairman of Science, Space and Technology, welcomed industry leaders to Beyond Bitcoin: Emerging Applications for Blockchain Technology.

By NICK HALL

The United States of Bitcoin?

Feb. 14, 2018

The United States of Bitcoin?

Bitcoin interest in the USA is highest in the states that already have the highest per capita income and the highest cost of living. So Is blockchain's most revolutionary application— cryptocurrency— truly democratizing the financial landscape of the United States of Bitcoin?

By SAM TOWN

RSK Assessment – Bitcoin Smart Contracts Coming?

Feb. 13, 2018

RSK Assessment – Bitcoin Smart Contracts Coming?

Scalability is currently the number one problem afflicting both Bitcoin and Ethereum, but as blockchain technology matures another important problem is becoming more pressing — interoperability. This brief RSK assessment illustrates a solution... and a potential problem.

By SAM TOWN