Cryptocurrency Exchange Zaif Hacked for $59 Million, FISCO Group Steps In with Support
Tech Bureau, Corp., which operates the major Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Zaif, announced that it sustained damages from hacking due to unauthorized access to a portion of Zaif’s hot wallet function used to deposit and withdraw currency. The estimated total amount…
Japan’s TRIPLE-1, Inc. develops KAMIKAZE semiconductor mining chip
TRIPLE-1, Inc., a Japanese company engaged in developing semiconductors, has developed KAMIKAZE, a semiconductor chip used in bitcoin mining (the process needed to issue new cryptocurrencies and approve transactions) machines. The chip applies cutting-edge 7 nm process technology, making it…
A Japanese railway group launches a social experiment using a virtual community currency
On September 7, Kintetsu Group Holdings Co., Ltd., a company listed in Japan that primarily operates a railway connecting major cities in the Kinki and Tokai regions with tourist destinations, announced the launch of a social experiment using the virtual…
Cryptocurrencies Continue to Be Under Pressure
The bearish trend that started at the beginning of 2018 continues to extend, pushing bulls’ patience to the limits, especially of those who got involved in the markets at the end of 2017. Current conditions had taken a 180 degree…
How to subscribe to a VPN using Bitcoin and enjoy free streaming services
VPN services aim for security and privacy, so it goes without saying that anonymity is of utmost importance. This is why premium services like ExpressVPN offers a bitcoin payment option – an anonymous payment method minimizes data collection. Unlike other…
What Are HDMS Tokens and What’s All The Hype?
In 2018, with the crypto market bubble of 2017 well and truly popped (or at least deflated, by 80%!) certain realities have set in; promises of impending technical nirvana are noticeably muted, lambo deposits have been forfeited, dreams of early…
5 Discount Brokers to Help You Start Your Online Trading Career
One of the many aspects traders have to consider is the amount their brokerage charges per trade. These trading costs are typically less than $10 per trade, but when you made hundreds of trades a week, those fees can pile…
Beware of Bitcoin Scams
As Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have become more popular and gain attention from both the media and consumers, many new investors have emerged seeking to profit off the digital gold rush. As with any new investment there is significant risk…