Before crypto nirvana, blockchain needs to solve these basic problems
Blockchain technology is far from perfect. We interviewed some of the world's premier developers to talk about the blockchain problems we face today.
From the doctor to the DMV, blockchain can make governments swift and secure
With a growing interest in blockchain technology, could governments be one of the best use cases for the distributed ledger system of data protection?
Beyond Bitcoin: How blockchain will reshape the future
Don’t be fooled by the hype – blockchain isn’t a passing fad that’ll fade out in a year or two. It truly has the potential to reshape the world we live in
City of Austin is hoping the blockchain can help protect the homeless
Austin is seeking to use the tech behind Bitcoin to help solve some of the issues that its homeless population faces.
Yahoo Japan invests in a cryptocurrency exchange platform launching this fall
Yahoo Japan and BitARG Exchange Tokyo both confirmed on Friday a 40-percent investment in an upcoming Bitcoin exchange platform launching this fall. Yahoo Japan will supposedly make additional investments in the beginning of 2019 to launch a full-blown product by April 2019.
Cryptojacking is the new ransomware. Is that a good thing?
Malicious cryptominers and cryptojacking is a hot new malware trend that's been sweeping websites and victim systems for many months now. They've become so prevalent that ransomware is far less of a concern to consumers and businesses, but does that mean the new kid on the block is here to stay?
Ransomware shifts focus from holding passwords hostage to hijacking your PC
A malicious site reportedly designed to extort by demanding cryptocurrency payment in exchange for not leaking a user's password has quickly shifted course. Now, the site will instead hijack a user's computer power to mine for cryptocurrency in the background.
You may need to pay extra if you want to buy a home with Bitcoin
One NYC townhouse is listed for $30 million, but if you'd rather use Bitcoin to seal the deal, you'll need to shell out the equivalent of $45 million. The seller says that the 50 percent premium is set to cover market volatility with cryptocurrency exchanges, so it's still cheaper to pay with cash.
IoT Group revives a power plant to fuel a blockchain applications complex
IoT Group teamed up with Australia's Hunter Energy to revive an old coal-fueled power station located in Hunter Valley. Inside the facility will be a Blockchain Application Complex serving up power at wholesale cost. This will be a cheap alternative to running blockchains on Australia's power grids.
Coinbase may register with SEC as brokerage firm
Coinbase, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is reportedly considering registering with the SEC as a brokerage firm.
Robot Cache’s blockchain-based service could change how you buy games
Robot Cache, an upcoming game distribution platform based on blockchain, has partnered with game publishers including THQ Nordic.
Indian central bank looks to block Bitcoin, while creating its own cryptocurrency
The Indian banking authority, RBI, is going to cease offering banking services to anyone involved in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.
Bitmain’s $800 Ethereum ASIC miner could help bring GPU prices down
Bitmain's new $800 Ethereum ASIC Miner, the Antminer E3, could have a big impact on soaring GPU prices when it launches in July.
Now Bitcoin millionaires are buying Lamborghinis
For some Bitcoin millionaires, a Lamborghini is more than just a status symbol. It can provide am means to validate their investments.
8 things kids born in 2018 will never experience, thanks to technology
Here are our predictions for eight things that the class of 2036 (that’s today’s kids at 18) won’t experience.
The Bank of England is testing blockchain tech to support domestic payments
The Bank of England is now testing a Proof of Concept designed to advance its real-time gross settlement service in England.
How to mine $1 million in Bitcoin on an $800 laptop
Just about any device capable of banging a few numbers together can contribute to a cryptocurrency mining pool, but how long would it take to mine a million dollars worth of bitcoin using just your laptop?
Nvidia CEO: cryptocurrency mining “is not our business”
NVIDIA’s GPU is the single largest distributed supercomputer in the world, which is why it’s so popular with the Ethereum blockchain.
Best Bitcoin miners
Mining Bitcoin needs cheap electricity, good cooling, and a decent wad of up-front cash. If you have all of that though, you need to know where to spend it. You need the best Bitcoin miner.
Google is working on blockchain technology for the cloud
Google is currently working on a new adaption of blockchain technology for its line of cloud services, though it isn't making any announcements just yet.
Hackers seize Atlanta’s network system, demand $51,000 in Bitcoin as ransom
On Thursday, Atlanta discovered that hackers infiltrated its network and seized data using ransomware, demanding $51,000 in Bitcoins.
Guns N’ Roses alum Matt Sorum rocks beyond blockchain to fight labels, YouTube
Former Guns N' Roses drummer Matt Sorum spoke with Digital Trends about his upcoming, salacious autobiography, as well as Artbit, the crypto platform he's behind.
Bitcoin’s blockchain contains links to child pornography, possible illegal image
Researchers recently downloaded the Bitcoin blockchain to analyze its non-financial data and uncovered links to child pornography and an image.
Federal Trade Commission brings the hammer down on crypto ponzi schemes
The FTC has filed a complaint against a three defendants who were allegedly involved in a ponzi scheme making use of cryptocurrency
Who owns all the Bitcoin? A few billionaire whales in a small pond
Billions of dollars have been invested into Bitcoin, but who owns the most? It turns out the majority of the world's Bitcoin, and altcoins, are stored in just a few thousand wallets.
A New York city becomes first in the U.S. to temporarily ban Bitcoin mining
The Plattsburgh, New York city council voted unanimously to introduce an 18-month ban on commercial bitcoin mining operations within the city.
Fed up with GPU prices? Crypto-rig builder says gamers must suck it up and mine
A cryptocurrency mining rig builder has suggested the best way for gamers to offset high graphics card prices is to mine in their spare time.
A fake startup uses initial coin offering to steal $2 million in digital coins
A startup promising a device to manage cryptocurrencies disappeared with more than $2 million in Ethereum after an initial coin offering.
Become a cryptocurrency master with these online Bitcoin courses
Want to learn to turn a profit trading cryptocurrency? We’ve rounded up a handful of online Bitcoin courses to help you get started.
Cryptojacking turns your PC into a Bitcoin mine, but you won’t see a cent
Cryptojacking is the newest trend in malware, allowing hackers to steal your CPU power to mine cryptocurrency. Here’s how the biggest websites on the internet have been hacked — and what a future dominated by it could look like.
Digital currency prices fall after SEC warns about exchange dangers
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission issued a warning on Wednesday against the use of unregulated exchange platforms for cryptocurrency.
‘Bitcoin Tycoon’ lets anyone experience the joyless grind of crypto mining
Remember Rollercoaster Tycoon? Imagine a game like that, but instead of building a theme park full of thrilling rollercoasters, you decorate a basement and fill it with Bitcoin mining equipment.
Thieves heist 600 PCs built for digital coin mining in Iceland
Between December and January, an organized group of thieves raided data centers across Iceland and stole 600 PCs dedicated to digital currency mining.
Supposed Bitcoin co-inventor sued for more than $10 billion in cryptocurrency
A lawsuit filed in Florida alleges that Craig Wright owes the estate of Dave Kleinman billions in unpaid Bitcoins generated between 2011 and 2013.