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…
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…
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…
The Authenticity of ICO Ratings
The ICO-market is growing rapidly. So, too, is the number of resources that provide information about it. Many of these crypto-media offer users the option of tracking ICO ratings. In addition, they post ratings, not only for the ICO projects,…
Making the Most of Your Crypto Earnings with More Stamps Global
I’m talking to you, crypto-investor: Are sure you want that Lambo? As the price of cryptocurrencies slowly started to edge up last year, “Lambo” for a while looked like it was going to supplant ‘moon’ as the go-to synonym for…
CONGRESSMAN INVITES CRYPTOCURRENCY INDUSTRY TO ICO REGULATION
A U.S. Congressman has invited 32 cryptocurrency industry organizations to Capitol Hill to discuss initial coin offering (ICO) regulation. Axios reports that the summit, sponsored by Rep. Warren Davidson (R-OH), will take place on Sept. 25 and feature participation from…
Mt.Gox starts accepting filings by creditors of proofs of rehabilitation claims
On August 23, Mr. Nobuaki Kobayashi, the Rehabilitation Trustee of cryptocurrency exchange Mt.Gox, announced that Mt.Gox will start accepting filings by creditors of proofs of rehabilitation claims. The deadline is October 22 and creditors can file proofs of rehabilitation claims…
OVER 1,500 CRYPTOCURRENCY COMPLAINTS PER MONTH ACCORDING TO FINCEN DIRECTOR
What Is FinCEN? FinCEN was founded in 1990 with the goal of fighting money-related crime. The agency analyzes financial transaction information with the goal of combating terrorism financing, money laundering, and other financial crimes. Some specific areas related to FinCENs…
Coinbase CEO: Globally Democratic ICOs Are Here to Stay
Despite an August cryptocurrency selloff which resulted in over $75B in market capitalization being lost, the largest American cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has stated that the interest in the digital asset space has anything but slowed down. At a Bloomberg Summit…