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U.S. Justice Department Accuses Russia of Funding Cyberattacks With Bitcoin
A Justice Department indictment against seven Russian military officers filed in July 2018 contains new allegations that Russia used bitcoin to fund its cyber attacks, MarketWatch reported on October 4. дальше »
2018-10-7 23:00 | |
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Cryptojacking Becomes More Sophisticated With Time: Chinese Researchers
Cryptojacking, an attempt to use a device’s spare computing power to mine digital currencies, is gaining ground ever since crypto assets started getting mainstream acceptance. Researchers from China’s Fudan University and Tsinghua University collaborated with the University of California Riverside to produce the first systematic study of these attacks. дальше »
2018-9-27 17:59 | |
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Study Reveals Growing Sophistication in Malicious Mining of Cryptocurrency
Several Chinese researchers from Fudan University, Tsinghua University and the University of California Riverside have produced the first systematic study of the malicious mining of cryptocurrencies, known as cryptojacking, unveiling increasing complexity over time. дальше »
2018-9-25 23:59 | |
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eCash Founder David Chaum Makes Bold Promises with Elixxir Blockchain
Over 30 years after creating eCash, a predecessor of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies which spawned the Cypherpunk movement of the 1980s, Dr. David Chaum is back in the public eye with a claim of having invented “the world’s fastest cryptocurrency. дальше »
2018-9-22 23:59 | |
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New Bitcoin Core Patch Fixes Vulnerability To DDoS Attacks, Devs Talk Of Possible Chainsplit
Like any technology, Bitcoin is always improving to achieve better results. The Bitcoin Core team has released a new patch this week, which fixed a vulnerability in the system that could be fatal to the network, as it allowed for DDoS attacks. дальше »
2018-9-21 19:44 | |
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Massive Bitcoin Vulnerability Discovered That Could Have Seen The End Of BTC
Developers from the Bitcoin Core project seem to have discovered a vulnerability that could have seen the end of Bitcoin. To put a long story short, the entire Bitcoin blockchain was at risk of being pulled down by one single DDos attack. дальше »
2018-9-21 06:00 | |
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Europol: Terrorists Still Use Banks, Fail To Abuse Cryptocurrencies
A new assessment by Europol this week reveals a growing schism between the use of cryptocurrencies by terrorists and other criminals. No European Terrorist Attacks Leveraged Crypto Funds In its Internet Organized Crime Threat Assessment (IOCTA), the organization highlights that while the use of Bitcoin in particular by cybercriminals is growing, terrorists still prefer conventional money transfer methods — banks and wire transfers. дальше »
2018-9-21 00:00 | |
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$60 Mln Crypto Exchange Hack in Japan had no Impact on Bitcoin Price
Another hacking attack has hit a known crypto exchange in Japan, and this time, thieves managed to steal around $60 million in crypto. Another Crypto Exchange Hack The popularity of attacks on crypto exchanges seemingly continues to grow, with another such exchange being hit just recently, in Japan. дальше »
2018-9-21 15:00 | |
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This Company Is Using Bitcoin to Help Others Pay for Ransomware Attacks
A company based in Norwalk, Connecticut is helping small businesses deal with ransomware attacks by negotiating with cybercriminals to reduce ransom amounts and paying them in bitcoin, a Forbes report from September 17, 2018, showed. дальше »
2018-9-19 21:00 | |
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Crypto Wallet Protection App Wants to Secure Your Wallets Against Malware
Malware, a persistent thorn in the side of the internet’s wider community, has become an increasing concern for cryptocurrency users. A problem that comes in many forms, malicious software is leveraged by hackers to rob community members of their funds. дальше »
2018-9-18 23:37 | |
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Did Traders Throw Caution to the Wind in China Amid Crypto Ban?
Enthusiastic traders are mocking the crypto ban in China. Despite the authorities launching several attacks on the cryptocurrency sector, digital currencies still survive in the country. A South China Morning Post report suggests that trade is not just active in the country but also thriving right beneath the rule of law. дальше »
2018-9-12 19:10 | |
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Mega’s Chrome Extension Hit by Hackers With Cryptocurrency-Stealing Malware
As cryptocurrencies are becoming mainstream, hackers are finding new ways to hack into user’s accounts and steal their digital coin holdings. From ransomware attacks to attacks on cryptocurrency exchanges, hackers have done it all. дальше »
2018-9-7 08:19 | |
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Lightning Ramp and Casa Join Hands to Develop the Casa Lightning Node
The team behind Lightning Ramp, a system that provides customers with faster bitcoin payments, has joined forces with Casa, a “be-your-own-bank” product that provides users with a multi-signature, multi-hardware device and multi-location wallet designed, to offer top-notch security against attacks and theft. дальше »
2018-9-6 00:14 | |
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‘Real Risk’: Blockstream Exec Warns Over Bitcoin Cash 51 Percent Attack
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) average hashrate over the past week has fallen below 8 percent of Bitcoin’s (BTC), while Blockstream compares the altcoin to a five-year-old Litecoin hard fork. Feathercoin? Is That You? In comments on Twitter today, Blockstream VP solutions lead Warren Togami sounded the alarm over BCH — warning its low average hashrate placed investors at risk of double spend attacks from malicious parties. дальше »
2018-9-4 16:00 | |
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Bittrex Lash Out At Bitcoin Gold After BTG Refuse To Pay Hack Compensation
Popular cryptocurrency exchange Bittrex have announced that they will be delisting Bitcoin Gold (BTG) and all BTG trading pairs after the team behind BTG refused to pay out compensation to Bittrex who suffered as a result of hacks that took place on the BTG network in May 2018. дальше »
2018-9-4 15:30 | |
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New Study Highlights the Many Positives of Bitcoin Mining
It’s become fashionable in public circles to bash Bitcoin on account of its energy consumption. Virtually every week, mainstream media (MSM) attacks bitcoin mining, painting alarmist pictures of a planet burning due to the ‘wasteful’ design of Proof of Work. дальше »
2018-9-3 01:05 | |
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New Payfone Patent To Prevent SIM Swap and Porting Attacks
Payfone has been awarded a patent for SIM swap and porting attack prevention technology, which is already being used by organizations to reduce or eliminate fraud. The technology will also help cryptocurrency companies provide more levels of protection to their client’s accounts. дальше »
2018-8-29 13:50 | |
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Dr. Doom Nouriel Roubini, 2008 Financial Crisis Predictor, Attacks Crypto Again
Economist Nouriel Roubini is widely known for his specialization when it comes to analyzing market trends. In a recent report shared by Forbes, it has been revealed that Roubini has been digging into the crypto market. дальше »
2018-8-26 19:35 | |
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Noise Complaints May Cause Norwegian Bitcoin Mining Center to Shut Down
Norwegian bitcoin miner Kryptovault is facing a shutdown of its operations due to extensive noise complaints from locals and a lack of proper paperwork. The company, which is headquartered in a former paper mill in Norway’s capital of Oslo, uses more than 40MW of power to drive an arsenal of nearly 10,000 computers. дальше »
2018-8-24 23:36 | |
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Ryuk Ransomware Snatches $640,000 Worth of Bitcoin From Major Corporations
Although ransomware attacks seem to create a lot fewer media headlines these days, there are still plenty of concerns out there. The Ryuk malware is quite potent and is mainly designed to target large corporations around the world. дальше »
2018-8-23 20:00 | |
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Another Sim Swapper Caught In The Act As BTC Is Used To Buy Audi R8
Police in California have arrested 19-year of Xzavyer Narvaez on suspicion of fraud and grand theft through allegations that Narvaez had been carrying out sim-swapping attacks in order to gain illicit access to people’s Bitcoin. дальше »
2018-8-23 16:30 | |
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Bitconnect ICO Scam: Indian Police Nabs Key Accused
Bitconnect ceased all operations in Jan 2018 citing bad press, scrutiny by US regulators and distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks on its system. India Tightens the Noose in the Pursuit of Bitconnect Scammers According to a local media report, Indian authorities nabbed Divyesh Darji, the alleged Asian head of Bitconnect, on Aug 19 at New Delhi’s […] Bitconnect ICO Scam: Indian Police Nabs Key Accused was originally found on [blokt] - Blockchain, Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency News. дальше »
2018-8-24 15:14 | |
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An Investor Explains How He Lost His Life’s Savings in Cryptocurrencies
The dark side of cryptocurrency is often discussed as a series of hacks, ransomware attacks and high-profile thefts. However, for an average investor, a series of bad decisions could end up being one of those dark stories. дальше »
2018-8-23 20:23 | |
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Iranian Hackers Develop Ransomware to Secure Bitcoin Amidst Looming U.S. Sanctions
Iranian hackers are currently responsible for a series of ransomware attacks. These attacks tend to render a computer system unusable until a certain number of bitcoins are paid, As reported by the Wall Street Journal on August 7, 2018. дальше »
2018-8-9 11:26 | |
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The Anatomy of a Successful BItcoin Ransomware Attack and How to Prevent Becoming a Victim
In early 2016, reports of a particularly crippling ransomware attack began to surface. While many of the victims were based in the U. S. , the attacks were also witnessed in other parts of the world. дальше »
2018-8-6 03:00 | |
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SIM Hijacking Spree Ravages 40 Cryptocurrency Investors, Over $5M Stolen
A brief series of cyber attacks recently led to the theft of an astoundingly large amount of cryptocurrency. The perpetrator, Joel Ortiz, broke into his victims’ cryptocurrency accounts and withdrew funds. дальше »
2018-8-3 04:47 | |
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SIM Hijacking Spree Ravages 40 Cryptocurrency Investors, Over $5M Stolen
A brief series of cyber attacks recently led to the theft of an astoundingly large amount of cryptocurrency. The perpetrator, Joel Ortiz, broke into his victims’ cryptocurrency accounts and withdrew funds. дальше »
2018-8-2 02:38 | |
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The Computer Chip Tailored To Mine A Specific Cryptocurrency
In the nine years that Bitcoin miners went from needing a personal computer to make money to requiring highly specialized, high-priced equipment to do the same, members of the Bitcoin community have warned of growing mining centralization. дальше »
2018-8-1 15:00 | |
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Security Researchers Attack McAfee-Backed Wallet for “Unhackable” Claims
With the vast amounts of money going around, it’s no surprise that the greater Bitcoin ecosystem is rife with scams, hacks and cyber attacks of all kinds. Operating in such an environment, cautious users are always mindful of their security and learn to avoid outrageous claims that are sometimes nothing more than just that. дальше »
2018-8-1 06:35 | |
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A slow cover for Bitcoin against a speedy quantum computing offence
Quantum computation and quantum information. An introduction to quantum computing. A fast quantum mechanical algorithm for database search. Quantum bitcoin: an anonymous and distributed currency secured by the no-cloning theorem of quantum mechanics. Quantum attacks on Bitcoin, and how to protect against them дальше »
2018-7-28 17:53 | |
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India Exchange Unocoin Suspends Withdrawals Following Central Bank Demands
“Deposits/Withdrawals Notice,” came the post title from popular Indian cryptocurrency exchange Unocoin this week. “As per orders from RBI,” the exchange explained, “bank INR withdrawals and INR Deposits have temporarily been disabled. дальше »
2018-7-24 10:30 | |
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The Bank Of Canada Reveal The Truth About Double Spend Attacks
2018 seems to have been coined the year of the double spend attack. Attacks have occured left, right and centre and frankly, the threat of the double spend attack doesn’t seem to have let up just yet. дальше »
2018-7-24 06:00 | |
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Cryptowhispers: DDoS Attacks, Serious Failure, Major Fox in Twitter Drama
The company partnered with Lionsgate to feature two products: the studio’s forthcoming movie and the app’s crypto platform. Fans were led via social media in an effort to find literal money drops off campus, around San Diego’s downtown. дальше »
2018-7-23 10:40 | |
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Cryptowhispers: DDoS Attacks, Major Exec in Serious Crash, Twitter Drama
Cryptowhispers explores the wildcatting world of direct denial of service (DDoS) attacks, and why the socially maladjusted tend to flock to that particular vector … especially for coin projects they hate; a popular cryptocurrency trading application executive was involved in a serious car accident on the eve of an anticipated cross promotion at Comic Con; […] The post Cryptowhispers: DDoS Attacks, Major Exec in Serious Crash, Twitter Drama appeared first on Bitcoin News. дальше »
2018-7-23 09:20 | |
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A Prehistory of the Ethereum Protocol
Although the ideas behind the current Ethereum protocol have largely been stable for two years, Ethereum did not emerge all at once, in its current conception and fully formed. Before the blockchain has launched, the protocol went through a number of significant evolutions and design decisions. дальше »
2018-7-21 23:03 | |
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Notes on Blockchain Governance
In which I argue that “tightly coupled” on-chain voting is overrated, the status quo of “informal governance” as practiced by Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, Zcash and similar systems is much less bad than commonly thought, that people who think that the purpose of blockchains is to completely expunge soft mushy human intuitions and feelings in favor of completely algorithmic governance (emphasis on “completely”) are absolutely crazy, and loosely coupled voting as done by Carbonvotes and similar systems is underrated, as well as describe what framework should be used when thinking about blockchain governance in the first place. дальше »
2018-7-21 23:03 | |
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Op Ed: Addressing the Threat of Cryptomining Malware
One major class of attacks to hit the hacking landscape recently is cryptomining. While cryptomining on its own supports a good cause when being done consciously, it also allows nefarious actors to make a lot of money fast, and, with the sheer number of cryptocurrencies available to mine, it is becoming a popular choice for attackers. дальше »
2018-7-18 23:18 | |
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Russian Intelligence Officers Mined Bitcoin To Fund Attacks Against U.S. Democracy
The U. S. Department of Justice (DoJ) indicted 12 Russian intelligence officers for conspiring to influence the 2016 U. S. presidential elections. The indictment alleges these officers used Bitcoin to fund their hacking operations. дальше »
2018-7-15 06:00 | |
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Blockchain Auditing and the Industry’s "Knowledge Gap"
The advent of smart contracts has long drawn interest for its potential to revolutionize business agreements. There’s just one problem, and it’s one that has affected many spheres of the cryptocurrency space: a knowledge gap. дальше »
2018-7-13 19:12 | |
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Physical Bitcoin Attacks and Burglaries on the Rise
2018 has seen the cryptocurrency market suffer from a spate of exchange hacks and exit scams as fraudulent activity within the industry seem to be increasing The post Physical Bitcoin Attacks and Burglaries on the Rise appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2018-7-13 10:59 | |
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Israeli Crypto Platform Bancor Loses $23.5 Million Worth of Tokens in Security Breach
Attacks on crypto platforms have become common in 2018. The latest victim is an Israeli start-up, Bancor, which calls itself a “liquidity network” for cryptocurrencies. The platform that lets users convert cryptocurrencies directly from their wallets suffered a security breach on Monday, July 9. дальше »
2018-7-11 16:09 | |
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CBOE Files with SEC for Bitcoin ETF
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is examining an application from the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) Global Markets which, if approved, could grant the company a coveted bitcoin ETF license, and bring new waves of institutional investors to the bitcoin arena. дальше »
2018-7-10 02:38 | |
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Разработчик биткоина запустил ресурс со списком случаев насилия в отношении владельцев криптовалюты
Разработчик Bitcoin Core Джеймсон Лопп запустил репозиторий с открытым кодом, в котором собрал задокументированные случаи физического насилия в отношении владельцев биткоина как со стороны криминальных элементов, так и со стороны правоохранительных структур. дальше »
2018-7-9 11:44 | |
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BTC’s Lightning Network Growth Updates and Bitcoin’s Blockchain Future
Bitcoin is the most famous virtual currency in the market and the flagship of the crypto ecosystem. But since it appeared ten years ago, it has suffered different changes, modifications, proposals, attacks and more. дальше »
2018-7-9 23:48 | |
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‘Stop Trying to Create Money,’ BIS Chief Tells Young Bitcoiners
The general manager of the Bank of International Settlements (BIS) Agustin Carstens has renewed the institution’s attacks on cryptocurrency, calling them “a bubble, a Ponzi scheme and an environmental disaster. дальше »
2018-7-5 17:00 | |
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