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• Neptune Exploit Kit Dropping Cryptocurrency Miners Through Malvertisements - Threatpost

  22-08-2017 23:52 via threatpost.com
  Neptune Exploit Kit Dropping Cryptocurrency Miners Through Malvertisements
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  Despite a marked decrease in activity, exploit kits haven't completely disappeared just yet. The Neptune, or Terror Exploit Kit, is alive and well; during the last month, researchers have observed the kit as part of a campaign to abuse a legitimate ...
  
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• Darcrus Swap — Nxt DAR to Waves DAR

  22-08-2017 23:36
  We’re excited to finally share with our community that the swap details have been finalized with Bittrex. On September 15th, the exchange will facilitate a snapshot of users’ balances. Any account containing DAR (nDAR) will be automatically credited with the new token (wDAR) at a 1:1 swap ratio.Deposits must be confirmed by September 15th at 6:00pm PDT (September 16th at 1:00am UTC) and any transactions not confirmed (including ‘pending’) will not be eligible for the
  
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• Conferencia de Dash será realizada en Londres en septiembre: Detalles sobre lo que se presentará

  22-08-2017 23:28 via es.cointelegraph.com
  Top 10 de anuncios de la moneda de su conferencia en Londres de este septiembre, promesas importantes anuncios de integración y de asociación empresarial.
  
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• Bitcoin Price Continues to Rise in Spite of Increased Competition

  22-08-2017 23:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  During the recent Blockstack Summit 2017 event, there was a panel discussion on the usefulness of digital currencies, such as bitcoin, for payments. The panel featured 21 CEO Balaji Srinivasan, Lightning Labs co-founder Elizabeth Stark, and Yours CEO Ryan X. Charles. Additionally, Adamant Research Editor in Chief Tuur Demeester moderated the discussion. In addition to […]
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• Enterprise Ethereum Alliance Expands Legal Industry Working Group

  22-08-2017 23:00 via crypto-news.net
  The Enterprise Ethereum Alliance is a nonprofit collaboration between several organizations, companies, and corporations that have taken interest in Ethereum’s platform and its future. Members include prominent industry leaders like BP, Cisco, Intel and Microsoft among others. Membership, since the first announcement, continues to expand at an impressive rate.
  The recently founded EEA is paving the way for Ethereum’s future under a uniting vision for enterprises all over the world. I
  
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• Exchange Strains Drive Crypto Exchange Kraken to Trim Trading Pairs

  22-08-2017 22:34
  Kraken is making some platform changes in a bid to reduce the strain on its cryptocurrency exchange.
  
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• Hive Project Raises BTC 2,087 for Blockchain-Based SMEs Financing Platform

  22-08-2017 22:20
  The platform streamlines SMEs ability to access liquidity for day-to-day operations and to finance expansion.
  
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• Hive Project Raises BTC 2,087 for Blockchain-Based SME Financing Platform

  22-08-2017 22:20
  The platform streamlines the ability of SMEs to access liquidity for day-to-day operations and to finance expansion.
  
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• Is Cryptocurrency Real Money? Brief Discussion on Major Issues Surrounding Debate - CoinTelegraph

  22-08-2017 22:16 via cointelegraph.com
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  Is Cryptocurrency Real Money? Brief Discussion on Major Issues Surrounding Debate
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  Ever since the inception of cryptocurrency, the question: "Is cryptocurrency real money?" can stir up more heated debate and confusion than all the rest of its internal operations, consensus mechanisms, and technical applications put together.
  
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• Hyperledger Blockchain Consortium Reveals Hybrid 'Sawtooth Ethereum' Tech

  22-08-2017 21:15
  In collaboration with Monax, Intel released Sawtooth Ethereum to allow ethereum smart contracts to be deployed on enterprise-grade Sawtooth platform.
  
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• Government driving South Korea’s blockchain progress

  22-08-2017 20:43
  Up until recently, blockchain technology was just something for South Korea’s cryptocurrency geeks to obsesses about – but it has quickly become a matter for top-level executives and high-ranking government officials.The mood started to change around this time last year. Companies who had no idea what a decentralized, immutable ledger was – or why they might need one – suddenly started getting very interested very quickly. The central government suddenly started talking b
  
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• Cryptocurrency Price Daily Analysis: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, Ripple, Litecoin Aug 22 - Ethereum World News (blog)

  22-08-2017 19:57 via ethereumworldnews.com
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  Cryptocurrency Price Daily Analysis: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, Ripple, Litecoin Aug 22
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  With the continuation of Segregated Witness (SegWitx2) as the next Split in November for Bitcoin, the bitcoin community has taken a pause from its rally and you can feel the movements towards any other digital asset except the pack leader.
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• Ripple's XRP Price Climbs 40% on Surge in Korean Trading

  22-08-2017 19:29
  XRP's price is up more than 40% in the past day, market data shows.
  
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• Bitcoin Price Watch; Riding Out The Volatility

  22-08-2017 19:05 via newsbtc.com
  So that’s another day done in our bitcoin price trading efforts and we’ve had a pretty good one. As we noted this morning, volatility across the evening session brought price to trade a little bit lower than we might have liked, but not to the point that we could write off a near term reversal … Continue reading Bitcoin Price Watch; Riding Out The Volatility
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• Jelurida Announces Details of Second ICO for IGNIS Tokens

  22-08-2017 18:45
  20 million JLRDA will be offered in each of the four batches, for a total of 80 million JLRDA.
  
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• Jelurida Announces Details About its Second ICO for IGNIS Tokens

  22-08-2017 18:45
  20 million JLRDA will be offered in each of the four batches, for a total of 80 million JLRDA.
  
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• Congressional Group Pushes for Blockchain Security Standards

  22-08-2017 18:45
  Congressional advocates for blockchain are said to be working on new security standards for the tech.
  
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• Enigma Blockchain Project Hacked; Supporters Defrauded Of US$500K In Ether

  22-08-2017 18:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Enigma blockchain project had its website and several social accounts compromised. The perpetrators managed to defraud Enigma supporters of nearly US$500,000 worth of ether. Enigma, a project started by a team of MIT graduates, was the target of a coordinated attack. The scammers managed to take control of one of the administrator accounts. Once […]
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• The IRS Has Been Using Bitcoin Tracking Software Since 2015

  22-08-2017 18:09
  The IRS has been using blockchain tracking tools developed by Chainalysis since 2015, public records reveal.
  
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• Mark Cuban is backing a new cryptocurrency fund months after calling bitcoin a 'bubble' - Business Insider

  22-08-2017 17:37 via businessinsider.com
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  Mark Cuban is backing a new cryptocurrency fund months after calling bitcoin a 'bubble'
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  The tech billionaire and "Shark Tank" star is an early backer of a new cryptocurrency fund, according to CoinDesk, which reports on blockchain and cryptocurrency news. The fund, 1confirmation, launched Tuesday, plans to invest exclusively in ...
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• Decentralized Voting: Has the Future Arrived?

  22-08-2017 17:11 via newsbtc.com
  Many people speak of using blockchain to arrange voting, but the idea hasn’t been applicated in practice yet. Voting usually means holding elective events of various levels. However, it makes sense to argue in a more applied manner. The number of consumers of such a kind of services is limited, and the complication of integration … Continue reading Decentralized Voting: Has the Future Arrived?
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• The Newest Version of the Opendime Bitcoin Wallet Is Out

  22-08-2017 15:59
  Coinkite is soon to launch the third iteration of its Opendime bitcoin hardware wallet, the startup announced today.
  
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• US Telcos Targeted by Hackers in an Attempt to Empty ... - NewsBTC - newsBTC

  22-08-2017 15:11 via newsbtc.com
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  So far, affected telcos include AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, and T-Mobile. It is unclear how successful these attempts really are, though.
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• US Telcos Targeted by Hackers in an Attempt to Empty Cryptocurrency Wallets

  22-08-2017 15:00 via newsbtc.com
  Cryptocurrency users have always been a tempting target for cybercriminals. Since none of these currencies have reversible transactions, stealing money is a guarantee for success. It now appears criminals are targeted telecommunication providers across the United States for this purpose. More specifically, they try to have companies transfer control of a victim’s phone number to … Continue reading US Telcos Targeted by Hackers in an Attempt to Empty Cryptocurrency Wallets
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• Blockchain ID Startup ShoCard Raises $4 Million in New Funding

  22-08-2017 14:59
  ShoCard has announced a new venture funding round, news that coincides with its launch of a new enterprise-focused identity product.
  
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• FinTech Vortex

  22-08-2017 14:57 via newsbtc.com
  After last year’s success of StartupFest Europe, this year it will return to the Netherlands. From the 25th-28th of September, different parties will organise workshops, conferences and marketplaces all around the Netherlands. Holland FinTech will also be returning with the FinTech Vortex in The Hague on the 26th of September. This year we will focus … Continue reading FinTech Vortex
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• Cannabis and Cryptocurrency: The Time is now - Markets Insider

  22-08-2017 14:35 via markets.businessinsider.com
  Cannabis and Cryptocurrency: The Time is now
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  Two booming markets are intersecting in the United States right now: legal cannabis and bitcoin. America's cannabis market is predicted to reach a valuation of up to $50 billion by 20261, and the value of bitcoin reached record highs in August ...and more »
  
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• Boldstart Founder Launches Hyperledger Fabric's First Blockchain Accelerator

  22-08-2017 14:30
  The enterprise-facing Hyperledger Fabric blockchain now has its own accelerator, one backed by a notable venture investor.
  
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• Walmart, Kroger & Nestle Team with IBM Blockchain to Fight Food Poisoning

  22-08-2017 13:59
  A new consortium being spearheaded by IBM is seeking to use blockchain to improve global food safety – and cut costs for suppliers.
  
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• Freewallet launched first-ever Bitcoin Cash wallet for iOS

  22-08-2017 13:31 via newsbtc.com
  Freewallet, a famous developer of user-friendly cryptowallets, has just released first-ever  mobile Bitcoin Cash wallet for iOS. After Bitcoin hard fork that split the network into two on August 1st, all Bitcoin holders on Freewallet received their BCC coins without any delays. While Android devices owners had a chance to install Bitcoin Cash wallet even … Continue reading Freewallet launched first-ever Bitcoin Cash wallet for iOS
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• Mark Cuban Backs Former Coinbase Employee's $20 Million Token Fund

  22-08-2017 13:18
  Investor Mark Cuban is backing a new token fund that's seeking to raise up to $20 million from institutional investors.
  
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• Australian Senators Launch Joint Blockchain Group

  22-08-2017 13:01
  Blockchain's clout is growing in Australia, now boosted by bipartisan support.
  
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• Asus Debuts Specialized Motherboard for Cryptocurrency Miners ... - CoinDesk

  22-08-2017 12:06 via coindesk.com
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  Asus Debuts Specialized Motherboard for Cryptocurrency Miners ...
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  Computer hardware maker Asus has revealed a new motherboard with features geared specifically toward cryptocurrency miners. Dubbed the B250 Mining ...and more »
  
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• Tuur Demeester: “A Bitcoin Cash Crash Could see Money Flow Into Litecoin”

  22-08-2017 12:00 via newsbtc.com
  The recent Bitcoin Cash price surge and retrace have all the signs of a pump-and-dump scheme. With the trading volume slowly drying up, things aren’t looking good for BCH. Moreover, the price keeps going down due to many coins flooding the market. If this altcoin can’t hold a stable price, investors may look for other … Continue reading Tuur Demeester: “A Bitcoin Cash Crash Could see Money Flow Into Litecoin”
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• DASH/USD and LTC/USD Technical Analysis August 22, 2017

  22-08-2017 11:51 via newsbtc.com
  Hello and welcome to News BTC’s Market Outlook Aug 22. DASH/USD DASH did very little during the day on Monday, as we continue to hover just below the $300 level. A break above there should send this market looking towards the $350 level, and I believe there is a significant amount of support below, extending … Continue reading DASH/USD and LTC/USD Technical Analysis August 22, 2017
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• Asus Debuts Specialized Motherboard for Cryptocurrency Miners

  22-08-2017 11:32
  Asus is to release a new product aimed at cryptocurrency miners – a motherboard that can be packed with 19 GPUs.
  
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• Cappasity Introduces ARToken as it Brings Cutting Edge Technologies to E-Commerce Segment

  22-08-2017 11:24 via newsbtc.com
  Cappasity, a platform offering 3D visual solutions to e-commerce segment announces ICO as it works on creating a AR/VR/3D ecosystem. Read more The e-commerce sector has seen a tremendous growth in the past few years. Most of the companies that emerged during the e-commerce boom have already reached the tipping point, ready to adopt new … Continue reading Cappasity Introduces ARToken as it Brings Cutting Edge Technologies to E-Commerce Segment
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• Cappasity Introduces AR Token as it Brings Cutting Edge Technologies to E-Commerce Segment

  22-08-2017 11:24 via newsbtc.com
  Cappasity, a platform offering 3D visual solutions to e-commerce segment announces ICO as it works on creating a AR/VR/3D ecosystem. Read more The e-commerce sector has seen a tremendous growth in the past few years. Most of the companies that emerged during the e-commerce boom have already reached the tipping point, ready to adopt new … Continue reading Cappasity Introduces AR Token as it Brings Cutting Edge Technologies to E-Commerce Segment
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• ETH/USD and ETH/BTC Technical Analysis August 22, 2017

  22-08-2017 11:17 via newsbtc.com
  Hello and welcome to News BTC’s Market Outlook Aug 22. ETH/USD Ethereum exploded to the upside during the session on Monday, clearing the resistance level at the $312 level, and reached towards the $345 level. The market is up over 15% as I write this, so if you’re not in now, you would be wise … Continue reading ETH/USD and ETH/BTC Technical Analysis August 22, 2017
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• BTC/USD and BTC/JPY Technical Analysis August 22, 2017

  22-08-2017 11:12 via newsbtc.com
  Hello and welcome to News BTC’s Market Outlook Aug 22. BTC/USD Bitcoin found itself going sideways during most of the session on Monday, as we continue to hover just above the $4000 level. Because of this, I think we are in an accumulation phase, meaning that adding slowly is probably the best way to go, … Continue reading BTC/USD and BTC/JPY Technical Analysis August 22, 2017
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• Bitcoin's Battle Over Segwit2x Has Begun

  22-08-2017 11:01
  Is a new version of bitcoin's software a way to please all over the scaling issue, or a hostile takeover by commerce? The community is divided.
  
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• Another ICO Hacked as Enigma Investors Lose 500K

  22-08-2017 10:44
  Enigma website and slack account compromise leads to hacker sending out fake emails and collecting funds.
  
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• MedCredits to Launch Token Sale to Decentralize $85 Billion eHealth Market

  22-08-2017 10:14 via newsbtc.com
  MedCredits is a decentralized telemedicine platform that provides more affordable and efficient healthcare services through a free market. The first software release ‘Hippocrates’ is a user-friendly app on the MedCredits platform connecting patients to online dermatologists for fast diagnoses at a fraction of the cost. “Our goal is to give patients full control over their … Continue reading MedCredits to Launch Token Sale to Decentralize $85 Billion eHealth Market
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• The central bank of Jamaica is actively building cryptocurrency awareness - Brave New Coin

  22-08-2017 10:01 via bravenewcoin.com
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  The central bank of Jamaica is actively building cryptocurrency awareness
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  The Jamaica Information Service (JIS) recently reported that the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) is “building cryptocurrency awareness.” The statement was provided on Wednesday, by the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Deputy Governor Livingstone Morrison, at the central ...
  
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• GoldMint to Launch ICO with Early Bird Bonuses

  22-08-2017 08:12
  The GoldMint company (the innovator behind the stable GOLD token and Custody Bot) has published its plans for its greatly anticipated ICO. The ICO will launch on September 20, beginning with the sale of MNT pre-launch tokens (MNTP). This will be the first step toward a revolutionary new form of digital currency: gold-backed cryptoassets. Keep up to date with our blog here.
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• LAToken takes crypto economy to multitrillion dollar markets

  22-08-2017 08:03 via newsbtc.com
  This week Bitcoin hit a record high of $4,480, and its market capitalization reached as high as $73.5 billion, within touching distance of major stocks like Adobe and Netflix. If bitcoin was a stock, it would have already passed the market capitalization of Paypal. There are already dozens of cryptocurrencies worth eight figures, and the birth … Continue reading LAToken takes crypto economy to multitrillion dollar markets
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• Fast, furious and very global Mission Accomplished. Now, ICO.

  22-08-2017 07:20 via newsbtc.com
  After shattering pre-ICO goal with overwhelming results, KICKICO goes public with cryptocurrency sales on Aug. 29 pre-ICO launched on July 28  by perspective and first 3-in-1 platform for ICOs, crowdfunding & crowdinvesting – Kickico – demonstrated overwhelming results and collected 5,560 ETH  already within one week – even before its officially planned closing. The implication … Continue reading Fast, furious and very global Mission Accomplished. Now, ICO.
  
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• Ethereum Price Technical Analysis – ETH/USD Approaching Support

  22-08-2017 07:00 via newsbtc.com
  Key Highlights ETH price surged higher and traded as high as $344.46 against the US Dollar. There is a connecting bullish trend line with support at $308 forming on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via SimpleFX). The pair is approaching the $310-308 support area and likely to find buyers on the dips. Ethereum … Continue reading Ethereum Price Technical Analysis – ETH/USD Approaching Support
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• Bitcoin Cash Price Technical Analysis – BCH/USD Declining Channel

  22-08-2017 05:30 via newsbtc.com
  Key Points Bitcoin cash price extended its correction and even traded below the $700 level against the US Dollar. There is a crucial descending channel pattern with resistance near $620 forming on the hourly chart of BCH/USD (data feed from Kraken). The price might continue to decline in the short term and could even retest … Continue reading Bitcoin Cash Price Technical Analysis – BCH/USD Declining Channel
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• Bitcoin Price Technical Analysis for 08/22/2017 – Downtrend Underway?

  22-08-2017 05:11 via newsbtc.com
  Bitcoin price could be due for a long-term selloff on confirmation of this head and shoulders formation.
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