Telegram has put out its first app since its ICO, but that identity play has security researchers reeling.
Chinese Banking Giant Trials Blockchain to Issue Land-Backed Loans
One of the “Big Four” commercial banks in China has completed the issuance of a loan worth of $300,000 using a blockchain system.
Crypto Wallet to Replace Private Keys With Encrypted QR Codes
Decentralized crypto wallet SafeWallet is launching a new QR code-based user identification system to replace mnemonic phrases and private keys.
Google Yanked MetaMask From the Chrome Store, Left a Phishing Scam Up
Scams are an epidemic in the crypto space, and clumsy actions by big tech companies can open up the opportunities, as MetaMask learned recently.
Reflections on a Swatting: Inside One Bitcoin Engineer’s Security Battle
Bitcoin developer and Casa wallet engineer Jameson Lopp recounts his 2017 swatting, and his fight to find his harasser.
Mining Malware Now a Bigger Threat than Ransomware, Says Report
Illicit crypto-miners and ransomware have swapped places in popularity among cybercriminals, says a security firm.
Thailand Is Planning a ‘Bond Coin’ for Faster Securities Settlement
A self-regulatory organization in Thailand is planning to create a custom token aimed to speed up corporate bond settlement in the country.
$13.5 Million Hack Ignites Fresh Debate Over Crypto Project Bancor
The security breach of a well-funded blockchain project renewed critiques against its technology this week.
BitGo Adds 57 Ethereum Tokens In Largest-Ever Custody Service Expansion
Bitcoin veterans are jumping into the token economy with new licenses and custody options.
Token Platform Bancor Goes Offline Following ‘Security Breach’
Bancor is said to have suffered “a security breach” this morning.
PoWx: The New Effort to Change Bitcoin (And Who’s Backing It)
Technologists unveiled a foundation dedicated to rewriting bitcoin’s underlying tech, giving the long-controversial idea new wings.
The Russian Military Is Building a Blockchain Research Lab
The Russian Ministry of Defense is launching a blockchain research lab to examine how to combat cybersecurity threats.
Charts: SEC Data Shows Token Filing Figures Just Keep Rising
Since SAFT came into to use last year, the number of companies reporting to the SEC to work in this framework has increased, CoinDesk finds.
Tether Code ‘Flaw’ Was Actually an Exchange Integration Error
A suspected vulnerability in Tether’s code for its USDT stablecoin has been confirmed as an exchange integration issue, not a protocol bug.
A Long-Secret Bitcoin Key Is About to Finally Be Revealed
A long-held bitcoin secret is about to come out – and for good reason – but it could cause problems for older altcoins.
Tencent, Chinese Officials Partner on Fighting Blockchain Security Risks
Technology giant Tencent said it was teaming up with the Chinese government to fight blockchain-related security problems and crimes.
Sex Workers Are Using Crypto to Save for Retirement
Rather than simply an expedient way for porn performers and other sex workers to get paid, crypto has become a part of their retirement savings plan.
Blockchain’s Once-Feared 51% Attack Is Now Becoming Regular
At least five cryptocurrencies have recently been hit with a 51% attack, a vulnerability users used to scoff at.
How Hodl Hodl Is Building a Real Business With Bitcoin Smart Contracts
In an era where many startups are taking more complex transactions to other blockchains, Hodl Hodl is focused on making them work on the bitcoin.
BitGo Taps New Sales Exec During Crypto Custody Push
BitGo has announced it hired Bloomberg Tradebook head Josh Schwartz as its new vice president of sales.