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Want to run more efficiently? Tie your feet together, say scientists
It used to be that tying someone’s shoes together was a nasty prank, but now it’s a performance-enhancing feat of bio-mechanical engineering. A team of researchers and engineers at Stanford University have developed a radical new method to increase the running efficiency of humans: they put a rubber band between a pair of shoes. дальше »
2019-10-10 23:57 | |
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Deribit to Drop ‘Deribit Insights’ as a New Weekly Crypto Research Publication
Deribit, a crypto futures and options trading platform based in the Netherlands, has recently started a new initiative: Deribit Insights. The project will consist of a weekly report that will offer insights on the crypto market. дальше »
2019-10-10 23:46 | |
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Canadian Blockchain Companies Request More Regulatory Understanding From Government
The blockchain companies in Canada are eager to understand more about how the national government stands on the crypto space, a new report made by the Canadian Digital Chamber of Commerce has shown. According to the new report, which was devised to comprehensively analyze the national blockchain market, several new companies appear very bullish about […] дальше »
2019-10-10 22:42 | |
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Bitcoin Outperformed: Altober Continues as Altcoins Show Upsurge
Bitcoin has started once again trading sideways after a breakdown from its previous trading range, and when Bitcoin trades sideways, altcoins often get their time to shine. Thus far in October, altcoins have outperformed Bitcoin by a wide margin, and according to crypto analysts, the surge in alts could last all month long and have. дальше »
2019-10-10 22:00 | |
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MakerDAO’s Multi-Collateral DAI System Launches Nov. 18; MKR Holders Cast Votes On The 15th
The CEO of the Maker Foundation, Rune Christensen, has recently affirmed that the new multi-collateral DAI (MCD) system of the MakerDAO network would be launched on November 18. According to him, all the MKR token holders should vote on the project until November 15 to approve it. His announcement was made during the Devcon 5 […] дальше »
2019-10-10 21:37 | |
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Emurgo Onboards Another Merchant into the Cardano (ADA) Ecosystem
Emurgo, the official commercial arm of the Cardano (ADA) distributed ledger technology (DLT) project, which claims to be focused on accelerating mass adoption of ADA, has announced that new merchants across the globe are now accepting payments in the altcoin, according to a blog post on October 2, 2019. дальше »
2019-10-9 21:00 | |
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New IRS Crypto Tax Guidelines Only Add More Problems for Bitcoin Taxpayers, ‘Don’t Make Sense In Current Form’
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has published a new statement intended to clear up the issue of taxing cryptocurrencies — specifically regarding airdrops and hard forks. However, what the tax authorities shared only leads to more questions and confusion. дальше »
2019-10-10 20:38 | |
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DAI addresses continue to surge; record 27% monthly growth since May
The importance of stablecoins such as Tether has gradually risen in the industry over the past few years, with these fiat-backed digital assets currrently occupying a substantial part of the total market cap. дальше »
2019-10-10 20:30 | |
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Google will reportedly reveal a 5G Pixel 4 next week
Just when we thought there was nothing left to leak about the Pixel 4, more news shows up on our doorstep. The latest comes from Nikkei, in a report that claims Google “has begun test production of a 5G smartphone that it may unveil as soon as next week. дальше »
2019-10-9 20:18 | |
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Finastra Forge Alliance with Ripple for DLT-Based Cross-Border Payments
Finastra, a company that claims to be the third-largest financial technology (fintech) company in the world, has joined forces with Ripple, the distributed ledger technology (DLT) project behind the XRP altcoin, to offer clients faster and more cost-efficient cross-border payments powered by blockchain technology, according to a blog post on October 8, 2019. дальше »
2019-10-9 20:00 | |
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Cybercriminals are targeting healthcare companies with phishing campaigns to steal sensitive data
Healthcare providers are facing an unprecedented level of social engineering-driven malware threats, according to new research. The findings — disclosed by California-based enterprise security solutions provider Proofpoint US — discovered at least 77 percent of email attacks on the medical sector during the first three months of 2019 involved the use of malicious links. дальше »
2019-10-9 19:00 | |
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Multi Collateral DAI and Savings Rate to Launch
The much anticipated Multi Collateral Dai (MCD) and the Dai Savings Rate (SDR) is to launch on November 18th according to an announcement at Devcon V by Rune Christensen, CEO... The post Multi Collateral DAI and Savings Rate to Launch appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-10-10 18:04 | |
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XRP likely to fall below $0.26 from ascending channel pattern
Though XRP has bounced back reasonably well from its drop in value last month, it’s safe to say that it has seen better days. It currently sits at around $0. 28, with a daily trading volume of around $1. дальше »
2019-10-9 17:00 | |
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SWIFT is finished – expert
The SWIFT international interbank payment system is living its last days, according to CEO Ripple Brad Garlinghouse. SWIFT – Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications – is a cooperative society created under Belgian law in 1973. дальше »
2019-10-9 16:16 | |
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INVAO Trading AG: INVAO issues world’s first fully fledged bond on Ethereum blockchain
INVAO sets a new standard: IVO Blockchain Diversified Bond is the first bond on the Ethereum Blockchain to be issued exclusively as a token The IVO token according to ERC-20 standard secures the profit participation rights of investors in the blockchain through smart contracts INVAO provides structure and operation of the security token OpenSource INVAO […] The post INVAO Trading AG: INVAO issues world’s first fully fledged bond on Ethereum blockchain appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2019-10-9 16:00 | |
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Binance Offers Chinese Bitcoin Traders a Lifeline with P2P Trading
Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by 24-hour trading volume has announced the launch of its peer-to-peer (P2P) crypto trading service for Chinese residents. Users will now be able to trade a few supported cryptocurrencies including bitcoin (BTC), ether (ETH) and Tether (USDT) against the Chinese yuan, according to a blog post from the exchange,Read MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-10-9 15:48 | |
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Top Banker Admits Fiat is Worthless, Is Bitcoin The Future of Money?
The former CEO of one of the top Swiss banks has criticized negative interest rates adding that it means money has become worthless. His comments come at a time when countries across the globe are feeling an economic squeeze and their central banks are resorting to drastic measures. дальше »
2019-10-10 14:00 | |
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Call of Duty Mobile crosses 100 million downloads in just a week
Last week, Activision released the much-awaited Call of Duty Mobile on Android and iOS in partnership with the Chinese tech giant Tencent. The new battle royale game seems to be an instant hit as it has already crossed 100 million downloads, according to a report by app research firm SensorTower. дальше »
2019-10-9 13:24 | |
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Bitwise Head of Research Confident About Bitcoin ETF Approval
Few days before the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) decides to approve or deny Bitwise’s bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) application, the Head of Research, Bitwise Investment, is optimistic that the company is closer to getting its Bitcoin ETF, according to a report by CNBC on October 7, 2019. дальше »
2019-10-9 13:14 | |
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Japan Okays Cryptocurrency Donation for Political Campaigns
Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s internal affairs and communications minister has made it clear that it is legal to donate cryptocurrencies to individual politicians and such contributions are not subject to the Political Funds Control Law, according to a report by Reuters Japan on October 8, 2019. дальше »
2019-10-9 12:58 | |
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Ethereum Foundation donates $18K to UNICEF’s new cryptocurrency fund
Further to its previous blockchain exploits, the United Nations Children’s Fund, more commonly known as UNICEF, is now taking donations in cryptocurrency. According to an announcement earlier today, UNICEF is setting up a “cryptocurrency fund” so that it can “receive, hold, and disburse donations of cryptocurrencies,” specifically Bitcoin and Ethereum. дальше »
2019-10-9 12:55 | |
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Almost 7% of Bitcoin’s Circulating Supply Resides in Exchange Wallets, Demand for “Hard Assets” Is Increasing: Report
Nearly 7% of Bitcoin’s (BTC) total circulating supply resides in the wallets of eight major digital asset exchanges, according to The Token Analyst. On October 8, the Token Analyst noted via Twitter that throughout Bitcoin’s... дальше »
2019-10-9 12:24 | |
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UNICEF to Accept Donations in Bitcoin, Ethereum
UNICEF has taken a step further towards cryptocurrency adoption by increasing its acceptance of Bitcoin (BTC) donations. UNICEF Funds To Stay As Crypto According to a press release on October 8, the international body has opted to allow the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) to receive money in cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-10-9 10:02 | |
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TNC Group CEO Bruce Jeong Meets Facebook Libra’s Susan Zook
TNC Group CEO Bruce Jeong recently met with Susan Zook, one of Facebook Libra’s lobbyists. Jeong took the opportunity to discuss TNC Group’s plans and propositions to the blockchain and cryptocurrency space. дальше »
2019-10-9 08:00 | |
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New BIS Innovation Hub Center Will Study Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) Integration
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are an important subject in Switzerland right now. The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has recently started a partnership with the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) to begin a study on CBDCs, which will be conducted at the BIS Innovation Hub Center, which is based in Switzerland. According to the latest […] дальше »
2019-10-9 01:13 | |
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Gartner Says Blockchain is Currently at the Disillusionment Stage Within the Hype Cycle
The blockchain technology is not living up to it's big hype, at least according to Gartner’s Hype Cycle. A recent report made by The Next Web’s Hard Fork shows that the interest in the blockchain is decreasing and that many blockchain implementations are failing to live up to expectations. Because of this, investment is bound […] дальше »
2019-10-9 00:44 | |
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Hyundai’s Hdac Blockchain Technology Branch to Setup $10 Million Fund To Release Mainnet
The blockchain-focused arm of Hyundai, Hdac Technology, has announced that it would set up a $10 million USD fund to invest in it's blockchain. According to the official reports, the company is set to use the money to launch it's mainnet and later to develop applications for it. Hdac’s goal, the press release affirms, is […] дальше »
2019-10-9 00:28 | |
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Bitcoin’s SegWit registers ATH of 57.18%, but transaction fees refuse to drop
On 16 September, Segregated Witness [SegWit] reached a major milestone after reports suggested that Bitcoin transactions on the SegWit protocol hit an all-time high of 50. 7 percent. The protocol was first developed by Pieter Wuille back in December 2015, with an intent to reduce processing fees and facilitate faster transactions. дальше »
2019-10-9 23:30 | |
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EOS Developer Block.One Launches EOSIO 2.0 With Smarter Contracts And Enhanced Security
Block.one, one of the EOS developers, has announced the launch of EOSIO 2.0. According to the press release, this is a new version of the famous smart contract protocol that was used by the company to host dapps and to use its delegated proof of stake system. The company affirms that the new version of […] дальше »
2019-10-9 22:36 | |
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WV’s ‘Military Mobile Voting Solution,’ Had An Unsuccessful Hacking Attempt in The 2018 Election
In an official address by the Secretary of State, West Virginia, someone tried to infiltrate the blockchain-based voting system used by the state in the 2018 election cycle. Unsuccessful Attempt at Breaching Blockchain According to the official report by the Secretary of State, West Virginia, Mark Warner, the hackers were unsuccessful at gaining access to […] дальше »
2019-10-9 22:28 | |
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Blockchain Bank Bankorus’ Is Effectively Shut Down; Investors Have Pulled Out, No More Cash
Overstock’s venture into the blockchain space continues it's downfall after the departure of their ex-CEO, Patrick Byrne. This time Bankorus has shut down. Bankorus is an AI-powered, blockchain-wealth management platform, and security token marketplace built on the blockchain. дальше »
2019-10-9 21:46 | |
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Saturn declared most moonfluential planet after follower count reaches 82
A team of researchers from the Carnegie Institution for Science recently announced the discovery of 20 new planets surrounding Saturn. This moves the ringed planet past Jupiter as the most ‘moonfluential’ denizen of our solar system. дальше »
2019-10-8 21:32 | |
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Bitcoin isn’t flexible for enterprise side of things, says former BTC Core developer
Jeff Garzik, former Bitcoin Core developer, made waves in the cryptocurrency community after he said that stablecoins are pushing decentralized finance to the next stage. According to a report by Forbes, Garzik told an audience at Consensus 2019, “Product-wise, we are in a generational shift. дальше »
2019-10-9 21:30 | |
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South Korea: KT Leverages DLT for Halal Food Authentication
KT Corporation, South Korea’s first telephone company established in 1885, has announced plans to use its distributed ledger technology (DLT) platform in checking the authenticity of halal foods. This according to a ZDNet report on October 8, 2019. дальше »
2019-10-9 21:00 | |
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Bitcoin Price Fractal Suggests Repeat of September Drop, Is $7K Next?
After three months of consolidating, Bitcoin price broke down from the triangle formation it had been trading in. The fall took Bitcoin from over $10,000 to under $8,000 in less than 48 hours. According to one crypto analyst, price action is mimicking the behavior and movements that took place within the triangle formation Bitcoin broke. дальше »
2019-10-8 21:00 | |
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UAE Capital Looks To Place Land Registry on SmartHub Blockchain Solution
The United Arab Emirates' capital is looking to put its land records on a blockchain platform. It is according to a press release that featured on The Block on Monday. The government agency that is responsible for the development strategy of Abu Dhabi, Department of Urban Planning and Municipalities, has joined hands with an Indian […] дальше »
2019-10-8 19:14 | |
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We’re Close to Bitcoin ETF Approval, Says Optimistic Bitwise Executive
Coinspeaker We’re Close to Bitcoin ETF Approval, Says Optimistic Bitwise ExecutiveAhead of the SEC’s Bitcoin ETF deadline, Bitwise’s director is optimistic for a positive ruling. According to him, the market has grown significantly, making it stable enough to allay the SEC’s fears. дальше »
2019-10-8 19:04 | |
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Bitcoin is Still Best-Performing Asset YTD Despite Bearish Q3
Summing up the returns as at the end of the third quarter, Bitcoin is the best-performing asset year-to-date despite the September crash. Bitcoin is the Indisputable Winner On January 1, the oldest cryptocurrency out there started at $3,746, according to Coinmarketcap data. дальше »
2019-10-8 17:30 | |
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Gartner says blockchain is sliding into ‘the trough of disillusionment’
I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news but according to Gartner‘s Hype Cycle, blockchain is “sliding into the trough of disillusionment,” meaning the technology is struggling to live up to the hype. дальше »
2019-10-8 17:14 | |
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EU Needs a ‘Common Approach’ to Crypto Regulation Says Commissioner
Valdis Dombrovskis — the European Union’s (EU) finance commissioner says crypto regulation will be a major focus of his if appointed for a second term. Robust Crypto Regulation in the EU According to Reuters, Dombrovskis is ready to change tack and pursue the creation of a well-defined framework for cryptocurrency regulations within the EU. дальше »
2019-10-8 16:00 | |
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Dogecoin Has Reached a Bottom, According to Crypto Commentator
Since its inception in December 2013, Dogecoin has completed several market cycles and has been subject to significant fluctuation. DOGE has been characterized by rapid moves in both directions. More recently, since the beginning of 2016, DOGE has experienced five upward and five downward moves. дальше »
2019-10-9 15:15 | |
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Ripple CEO Says No Libra Before 2023 While Continuing XRP Controversy
Facebook’s digital currency Libra will not become a reality until at least 2023, the CEO of one of its would-be competitors says. Garlinghouse: I’d Bet Libra Fails To Launch In 3 Years In an interview with Fortune’s Balancing the Ledger on October 7, Ripple chief Brad Garlinghouse became the latest voice to go public with doubts about Libra. дальше »
2019-10-8 15:00 | |
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MIT Targets Web 3.0 Awareness with Micro Courses
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has launched a series of mini-courses covering emerging topics ranging from blockchain and artificial intelligence to 3D printing and robotics. According to Ledger Insights, the course named MIT Horizon will be available for enterprise-use as corporations strive to integrate new-age technology into their business verticals, October 8, 2019. дальше »
2019-10-8 14:50 | |
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Class action lawsuit alleges Bitfinex’ Tether cost crypto market $1.4T
A brand new lawsuit alleges that cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex and its sister company Tether manipulated the digital currency market. According to a lawsuit filed in New York over the weekend, Bitfinex and Tether “engaged in unfair, deceptive, untrue or misleading acts” by failing to disclose that Tether was not backed 1:1 to by the US dollar. дальше »
2019-10-8 14:43 | |
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Bitcoin-Friendly Japan Clarifies Stance on Crypto Donations – It’s Legal
In a clear example of tech evolving faster than the law can adapt, a Japanese minster has confirmed that crypto donations are now legal due to a classification loophole. According to Reuters, on Tuesday, Sanae Takaichi, the internal affairs and communications minister of Japan, noted the newfound ‘legality’ of crypto donations. дальше »
2019-10-8 14:04 | |
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QuadrigaCX Founder’s Widow to Compensate Exchange Hack Victims
Jennifer Robertson — the widow of late QuadrigaCX founder, Gerald ‘Gerry’ Cotten, has agreed to hand over assets belonging to the defunct bitcoin exchange in compensation of affected users. Liquidating Assets Belonging to QuadrigaCX Bitcoin Exchange According to CBC News, Robertson is set to hand over QuadrigaCX assets still in her possession to Ernst & Young — Trustees of the bitcoin exchange’s liquidation proceedings. дальше »
2019-10-8 13:30 | |
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Israeli crypto-startup introduces method to reduce counterparty risk in OTC desks
Cryptocurrencies have slowly found prominence on the OTC desk markets, with institutions like Circle Trade playing an instrumental role in establishing OTC trading in the crypto-industry. However, anything related to virtual assets is deemed to be anchored by some form of risk like custody and responsibility of funds. дальше »
2019-10-8 13:30 | |
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South Korea: Hyundai’s Crypto Arm Set to Launch Mainnet, dApps
According to an October 6, 2019, report by South Korean media outlet The Financial News, Hyundai’s blockchain and cryptocurrency arm, Hdac, is set to invest $10 million in the industry to develop its own mainnet, decentralized applications (dApps), and fund other burgeoning startups with high potential and ceiling in the space. дальше »
2019-10-8 13:00 | |
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