Bitcoin in Brief Tuesday: New Patents, Research Centers and a $300M Fund
While short term investors and speculators might not be in the best of shape right now, the long term development of the ecosystem is still advancing on pace. Companies and institutions are continuing to invest time and money for furthering cryptocurrency research as can be seen by the stories featured in today’s edition of Bitcoin […]
Electronic music futurist, Gramatik, released a groundbreaking song and accompanying video, highlighting the development of money. With all the trash in popular culture when it comes to cryptocurrency (drugs, terrorism, etc.), his ‘Future Crypto’ is a welcome respite. Speaking of trash, Netflix greenlights Vox’s horrible episode five in its first season of ‘Explained,’ where it […]
Nowadays there are many challenges inherent to the existing blockchains. Among them the following main problems may be distinguished:
• Low capacity level caused by permanent data calculation.
• Progressively growing blockchain data volume, which in its turn causes troubles when there is a full synchronization.
• High transaction costs.
Japan Wants to Scrap Its Progressive Crypto Tax Rate
Cryptocurrency traders in Japan currently can be taxed as high as 55% on their profits. However, the country’s Deputy Prime Minister, Taro Aso, wants to change how crypto transactions are taxed, from a progressive rate to a uniform rate. Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space Aso Wants to Change Crypto Taxation The Japanese […]
A Character Called Bitpico Thinks He Can Stress-Test the BCH Network
This Sunday news.Bitcoin.com reported on a community-driven Bitcoin Cash network stress test taking place this September. However, allegedly another stress test is in the works with malicious intent, according to a lesser known developer named Bitpico. The anonymous person claims the attack has already started, and emphasizes his blitz of spam will amplify over time. […]
Indian Crypto Regulations Ready in July, Official Reveals
If you thought crypto in India was over, you were probably wrong. According to a recent statement by a high-ranking official, the long-awaited regulations are on the way. A draft framework has been prepared, and authorities in Delhi hope to “wrap this up” as early as the first half of next month. Meanwhile, the Supreme […]
Looking Beyond the Lightning Network Hype: Every Day Users Experience Issues
Over the past few months, there’s been a lot of headlines and new wallets created for the notorious Lightning Network — The second layer payment protocol that’s being touted as a solution to the BTC chain’s scaling issues. The project is in its very early stages as the technology is still in beta, but people are […]
Alleged Fraudster Arrested in China Over $15M Mining Hardware Con
When making investment decisions it is always important to remember the old saying, “If something looks too good to be true, it probably is.” This is especially true if anyone promises you a bitcoin mining rig, which people wait for months in advance, at just a third of the retail price. Also Read: Silicon Valley […]
PR: Ingot Leads the Formation of Komorebi Alliance
It is no secret that the recent volatility in the market has been extreme with Bitcoin and Ethereum prices in freefall. Market participants are suffering losses but also given the opportunity to invest at lower prices to gain if the market pulls up.
Cryptocurrency investor Brian Kelly, states on CCN “Referring back to the basic rule of investing, Kelly noted that during a period in which the market is extremely bullish and optimistic, it is better to sell and eye a timely opportunity to enter and when the market is overly pessimistic, it is wise to look for a position to enter.”
Abandoned Intel Manufacturing Complex Bought for $13M to Mine Bitcoin
Following such places as Quebec and New York, the latest location in North America to attract large Bitcoin mining operations with a cheap supply of electricity is Colorado Springs. A miner has paid $13 million to convert an abandoned Intel chip manufacturing complex into an industrial mining farm. Also Read: Silicon Valley Whales Buy […]