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Brexit’s Uncertainty: Why Bitcoin’s Price is Set to Reach Record Highs by October 31st?

Bitcoin (BTC) has long been referred to as a ‘safe haven’ asset, protecting investors’ wealth in times of global uncertainty. In recent times, the pioneer cryptocurrency has witnessed growth (in adoption and value) in countries with geo-political and social issues such as the recent boost in price following the ongoing U.S-China trade war. On October […] дальше »

2019-8-12 18:50


r/GirlGamers memes help women and non-binary gamers deal with harassment

For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. Although societal stereotypes have you believing the gaming industry is an arena of masculinity for men-only, women actually make up almost half of video game players. дальше »

2019-8-12 13:11


Microsoft contractors are listening to your translated Skype calls

An explosive article in Motherboard alleges that contractors working for Microsoft are listening to the conversations of Skype users conducted through the app’s real-time translation service. The piece, penned by cybersecurity reporter Joseph Cox, cites a trove of internal documentation, screenshots, and audio recordings obtained by the publication. дальше »

2019-8-8 19:25


US SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce: US is not sitting ‘idle’ over crypto regulations

The global commerce has reached a point of no return, where the decision related to cryptocurrency may determine the near future of a country’s economy. As a result of the ongoing commotion, several crypto businesses are finding home in new geographies, and indirectly posing a threat to home governments while providing a leading-edge to others. дальше »

2019-8-5 13:57


Bitfinex, New York Attorney General’s legal battle set to go on after fresh extension

The ongoing tiff between crypto-giant iFinex and the New York Attorney General’s Office (NYAG) over Bitfinex’s jurisdiction continues to pique the interest of the cryptocurrency community. While the initial legal battle was limited to New York AG’s claims of Bitfinex covering its $850 million losses with Tether, the two continue to fight over Bitfinex’s jurisdiction […] The post Bitfinex, New York Attorney General’s legal battle set to go on after fresh extension appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

2019-7-30 13:35


Twitch streamer plans ‘SlutStream’ to combat sexual online harassment

For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. Today, KaceyTron, a longtime gaming streamer with almost half a million followers on Twitch, is raising awareness about the realities of online sexual harassment by organizing a “SlutStream” where women gamers will reunite together to reclaim the meaning of “slut” — an insult often hurled at female gamers. дальше »

2019-7-30 11:58


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Moonday Mornings: The US is suing a cryptocurrency exchange owner to the tune of $100M

Good morning, and welcome to Moonday Mornings. Let’s take a look at the cryptocurrency and blockchain headlines from over the weekend. 1. The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is going after digital asset traders and has begun sending them letters asking that they report their cryptocurrency holdings and pay their taxes, Coindesk reports. дальше »

2019-7-29 10:55


International Authorities Reveal Canada’s Enormous Influence on Italian Mobsters, a Form of “Criminal Blockchain”?

In an ongoing investigation entailing Italian mobsters, investigators were reportedly describing the ‘Ndrangheta mafia family as being a form of “criminal blockchain” reports The Next Web. As per the news outlet, such description is made in reference to the “decentralization of its internal power structures. дальше »

2019-7-25 20:24


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Another Self-Proclaimed Satoshi Appears in the High Profile Bitcoin Lawsuit

A new filing has been submitted to the ongoing Kleiman v. Wright case stemming from a man who claims to be Satoshi Nakamoto. The man, named Debo Jurgen Etienne Guido, has sent handwritten testimony to the Southern District of Florida courthouse asserting that he is the “genuine and only originator/creator” of the genesis block that […] The post Another Self-Proclaimed Satoshi Appears in the High Profile Bitcoin Lawsuit appeared first on Bitcoin News. дальше »

2019-7-24 21:00


Police demand access to sexual assault survivors’ phones — or have their case dropped

For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. In April 2019, police in the UK introduced new consent forms asking sexual assault survivors for permission to access their personal information stored on their phones. дальше »

2019-7-23 15:01


India’s Inter-Ministerial Committee recommends ban on private cryptocurrencies

While most countries have remained uncertain about cryptocurrencies and crypto-adoption, India perhaps leads the race in terms of keeping its citizens in the gray. With Right to Information (RTI) requests going vaguely answered and strange rumours about a ban floating around, India’s Ministry of Finance has now openly addressed the ongoing crypto-confusion. дальше »

2019-7-22 16:42


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US watchdog preps BitMEX probe over alleged illegal cryptocurrency trade

Cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX is being investigated by the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).   According to Bloomberg, which cites people familiar with the matter, the CFTC is looking into whether BitMEX broke the rules by allowing American customers to trade on the platform, which is not registered with the agency. дальше »

2019-7-19 15:06


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Bitcoin Is ‘Virtual Property’ Says Second China Court

China has officially recognized Bitcoin as a valid phenomenon for a second time after a court determined it is “virtual property. ” Bitcoin Is ‘Valuable, Scarce And Disposable’ As reported by Caijing quoting the China Securities Journal, a national newsletter published by the Xinhua News Agency, a court in Hangzhou made the judgement during an ongoing dispute between a cryptocurrency exchange and one of its users. дальше »

2019-7-19 15:00


Google has removed 7 ‘stalkerware’ apps from its Play Store

For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. Google has pulled seven tracking apps from the Play Store after Avast, a cybersecurity company, found they allowed people to stalk on their employees, children, or partner. дальше »

2019-7-18 17:39


Domestic abusers are using easily accessible apps to stalk and control their victims

For the ongoing series, Code Word, we’re exploring if — and how — technology can protect individuals against sexual assault and harassment, and how it can help and support survivors. Hollywood has us believing that spyware technology is only used by secret-agent hackers who plant tracking devices in car wheels or in the soles of shoes. дальше »

2019-7-16 14:52