While dealing with Bitcoin is pretty safe, storing large amounts in online exchanges has proven to be a risk, as numerous bitcoin-based exchanges have been hacked during the last couple of years. The latest victim is a South Korean exchange known by the name of Yapizon, which has reportedly lost 3,831 BTC, or 37.08% of their…

Bitcoin markets are at a point where BTC/USD rates across exchanges are rising and today’s trading session was no exception. Trading volumes went up, along with prices both in the still troubled Bitfinex as well as healthy exchanges facing no issues with FIAT withdrawals. Whilst the premium on Bitfinex still remains at large, it’s not…

We can't see any signs that the scaling conflict will be settled cordially and end soon. Coin Telegraph was able to interview Rhett Creighton, a Blockchain engineer who used to support Bitcoin Unlimited (BTU) but left because of recent events. Coin Telegraph’s primary question was whether BTU is against Bitcoin or not. Anti-Bitcoin Rhett Creighton said it’s…

Most digital currency fans are well-aware of the fact that world events, especially if they’re economic in nature, can have positive and negative impacts on the value of Bitcoin, and other digital currencies. While most the times, economic analysis cannot foresee when these events will take place, there are also times when they do. Recent research…

Bitcoin markets have been interestingly bullish as FIAT withdrawal issues continue in Bitfinex for another day. Trading volumes might not be astoundingly high yet the existing buying pressure is so far managing to negate the presence of selling pressure. With prices peaking at $1280 levels, it’s now evident that the market’s sentiment is set to…

Recent reports that the United Nations, also referred to as the UN, is currently in the latest stages of their biggest blockchain-based projects so far. Not long ago, they successfully used the blockchain network to send money to 100 people, and are now arranging more security to make sure that the next stage of the…

Bitcoin markets have kept showcasing the indecisiveness of traders. With Bitstamp BTC/USD rates rising above $1250 through back to back buy orders while rates in other markets remain distant. Bitfinex traders experienced a price fall, with BTC/USD rates falling from levels close to $1360 down to $1330 levels. Ultimately though, the premium remains. Major Signals …

Cryptocurrencies and mobile payments People today prefer to use mobile devices to make payments, especially because of the benefits that come along with it. However, cryptocurrencies have become the latest trend in making payments. Is it possible to make mobile payments via cryptocurrencies? It's been a problem before, but not anymore. Jaxx is one of the most…

NXT, BitShares, Waves & Counterparty: Price Speculation NXT has been doing great against the USD in the last months. Several consecutive upswings brought it above 0.02 USD / NXT. However, reaching these prices brings it closer to a dumping point. June to October charts in 2016 show a 5x rise and fall on NXT. There is…

Not long ago, a European Parliament mandate to help strengthen the technical expertise alongside the regulatory capacity for blockchain was issued. Recent reports indicate that now, the European Commission (EC) is ready to accept offers for a possible service contract that will help establish the Blockchain Observatory of the European Union, as a response to…