The Bitcoin is by far the most popular cryptocurrency in the world. Cryptocurrencies were primarily designed to facilitate faster and more secure financial transactions over the web. They were meant to make the world a better place. However, there are worrying studies that show that the rise of Bitcoin alone could increase the world’s global […]
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Looking to Disrupt? A Digital Optimization Won’t Cut It
From blockchain and AI to the emerging IoT, businesses are investing in technology and improving outcomes with every dollar spent.
Is Blockchain Winning or Losing? — 4 Stages of Blockchain Evolution
The hype over blockchain has picked up steam and enterprises rush to apply blockchain to their industry or even just add it to their initiatives of the year. Blockchain becAme a buzzword of 2018 and seems to be buzzing pretty well in 2019 so far, as well. The blockchain appears to be part of the […]
Transparency In The Cryptocurrency Ecosystem with James Giancotti
As the CEO of Oddup, James Giancotti looks at everything with a rating in mind. So, how does the man who rates startups for a living view the current state of cryptocurrency? It should come as no surprise that he looks at cryptocurrency like startups. “Ninety percent will fail and maybe 10% will get your […]
Why Your Bank Hates You For Loving Bitcoin
Bitcoin has been around since 2009, but it really wasn’t until recently that it finally hit the mainstream consciousness of investors and the general public. As of this writing 1 bitcoin is now worth over $5,600 USD. And its meteoric rise doesn’t look to be abating any time soon. Its potential to reshape how we […]
The future of tokenization and blockchain is not just ICOs
Blockchain business case variety seems secondary in the conversation around blockchain hype. Tokenization on a blockchain system has received attention around the world with the increasing prevalence of ICOs (Initial Coin Offerings). For those who continue to see “ICO”, but have no firm understanding of the definition, here’s an over simplified version. An ICO is […]
ICYMI from F2 Capital: Tesla gets some blame, Apple goes AR, Dimon slams Bitcoin
It’s been a busy week in emerging tech, with a lot of big news. Here’s a quick recap of what you might have missed. Apple debuts ARKit This past week, Apple introduced ARKit, a new framework that allows you to easily create unparalleled augmented reality experiences for iPhone and iPad. Some believe this (along with Google’s release […]
Ukrainian goes with Bitcoin ATMs to bypass banking system
Ukraine will soon have 150 new ATMs for both buying and selling cryptocurrencies, with around 30 of the machines slated to open by the end of August, The Kiyv Post has learned from Mike Chobanyan, head of the Bitcoin agency in Ukraine. The devices will allow both selling and buying hryvnias, the national currency, and a variety of […]
Chronicled links blockchain to reduce IoT fragmentation
The Internet of Things is currently an extremely fragmented market, where a thermostat may connect to a smartwatch, but is unable to connect to a Smart TV or connected door lock. To reduce fragmentation and improve security, Chronicled, a smart tag authentication startup, has open sourced a program—based on the Ethereum blockchain—that registers IoT devices […]
DHS looking to link to the blockchain
The Department of Homeland Security has stepped up its research and investment into blockchain technologies, as it searches for ways to make the government more secure, accountable, and autonomous. Public interest in the blockchain from the DHS started in December last year, when it called for small business proposals to research the advantages and disadvantages […]
Can the blockchain and IoT solve international freight’s issues?
It’s become well established that the blockchain has an almost infinite range of functional applications outside of pure financial transactions. This is particularly pertinent when it comes to the Internet of Things where technology is being used to disrupt a range of traditional industries. One example is cargo freight, an industry traditionally reliant on paperwork […]
Will the blockchain help unlock the IoT revolution?
Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency in the world, but the currency might be overshadowed by a decentralized ledger system called “the blockchain,” which is starting to make its way into the Internet of Things (IoT) market. The blockchain in IoT could solve the trust issues various developers, engineering firms, and businesses face when building […]
Why The Blockchain, Not Bitcoin, Is What’s Fascinating Builders
Distributed ledgers have more applications than finance.
Former White House Advisor Explains Why Bitcoin Should Become Official
Because it could blow the rust off government services.
Braintree Betas Bitcoin For U.S. Merchants
The payments platform welcomes the cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin Receives Nod From Financial Sector In Coinbase Funding Round
Traditional banks are investing in Bitcoin.
The State Of Bitcoin In 2015 Isn’t As Bad As You Were Expecting
The value plummeted while transactions went up.
Microsoft Will Now Accept Bitcoin
Cryptocurrency fans who love Xbox, rejoice!
Bitcoin Black Friday Wants You To Remember Bitcoin Exists
And make spending it worth your time
So That’s What The Feds Are Doing With Seized Bitcoins
The auction will be held this December