Cryptocurrency

Facebook just took a major stand against cryptocurrency

Facebook bans users from buying advertising space on social network to promote cryptocurrency and Initial Coin Offerings.

Jan 31, 2018

By Jason Murdock

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Bitcoin scam asking for donations to feed starving children exposed by Reddit sleuths

Eagle-eyed users of Reddit's r/Bitcoin community expose scammer attempting to defraud members out of cryptocurrency.

Jan 30, 2018

By Jason Murdock

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Peakcoin: Regulating the future of cryptocurrencies

Dr Desné Masie considers a possible common international approach to regulating Bitcoin aired by world leaders at Davos.

Jan 30, 2018

By Desné Masie

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Explained: How hackers can steal millions from bitcoin exchanges, despite the blockchain

Blockchain technology can make transactions safe and secure, but cryptocurrency exchanges trading bitcoins and other virtual currencies are still being hacked.

Jan 30, 2018

By Associated Press

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No honour among thieves: Hackers using Tor proxy site to steal ransomware operators' bitcoins

Hackers targeted Bitcoin payments of LockerR ransomware, GlobeImposter ransomware, Sigma ransomware and others.

Jan 30, 2018

By India Ashok

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From armed robbery to a $530m hack: The week cryptocurrency went mad

In recent weeks the entire cryptocurrency industry has been rocked by a shocking amount of hacks, cyberattacks, mistakes and thefts. Here are the highlights.

Jan 29, 2018

By Jason Murdock

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John McAfee goes rogue, says he will be 'toiling in obscurity' after MGT split

Tech pioneer John McAfee is going it alone, departing the US-based MGT Capital Investments where he has worked previously in the roles of CEO, designer and cybersecurity visionary.

Jan 29, 2018

By Jason Murdock

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Coincheck hit by 'biggest crypto hack ever', now authorities demand answers

Hacked cryptocurrency exchange pledges that most victims of $500m cyberattack will be repaid but regulatory officials not convinced.

Jan 29, 2018

By Jason Murdock

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Shocking crypto robbery hits UK as trader 'forced to transfer bitcoin at gunpoint'

Raiders break into Oxfordshire home of digital currency trader and force bitcoin transaction in first cryptocurrency robbery in UK.

Jan 29, 2018

By Jason Murdock

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Bitcoin giant BTCC bought by Hong Kong investment fund, plans to focus on international market

BTCC has been acquired by an unnamed Hong Kong-based blockchain investment fund

Jan 29, 2018

By Ian Allison

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Vegetable-based cryptocurrency Prodeum scams users out of 'millions', leaves behind the word 'penis'

Prodeum seemingly exit-scams investors by promising blockchain for fruit and vegetables but running off with ICO money.

Jan 29, 2018

By Jason Murdock

Hacker puts over 650,000 personal patient records for sale on the dark web

Coincheck hack: Massive cryptocurrency heist sees hackers steal over $500m as exchange halts trading

Hackers stole over $500m from Coincheck, a major Tokyo-based cryptocurrency exchange, in the biggest cryptocurrency heist to date.

Jan 27, 2018

By India Ashok

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US Treasury official urges global crypto crackdown as bitcoin faces 'seismic' shift

A senior US Treasury official has urged banks and financial regulators to do more to tighten oversight of trading in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

Jan 26, 2018

By Jason Murdock

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UK bitcoin crackdown: Regulation being 'very seriously' looked at says Theresa May

Prime minister Theresa May said that cryptocurrency regulation in the UK is being "very seriously" looked at by authorities.

Jan 25, 2018

By Jason Murdock

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Playing the game: Investment opportunities via cryptocurrencies are real

Egor Gurjev, CEO at Playkey looks at how cryptocurrency will truly empower gamers by monetising that network.

Jan 25, 2018

By Egor Gurjev

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My Big Coin: US regulators file charges against the creators of $6m cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme

The charges come as governments around the world increasingly look to regulate cryptocurrency trade and exchanges amid the hype surrounding digital currencies.

Jan 25, 2018

By Hyacinth Mascarenhas