Peercoin

The Creator of Proof-of-Stake Thinks He Finally Figured It Out

Pseudonymous developer Sunny King, the creator of proof-of-stake, has a new approach for the consensus mechanism – and it revolves around hardware.

Tech  ·  7 September 2018

How Peercoin Got A Boost From Bitcoin’s Halving

With bitcoin mining becoming less profitable, one recipient of excess hashpower is Peercoin, a lesser-known digital currency.

Tech  ·  7 August 2016
Exchanges

Bitcoin Exchange ANX Adds Features to iOS and Android Apps

Hong Kong-based multi-currency exchange ANX has upgraded its iOS and Android apps with features for traders and consumers.

Business  ·  29 July 2014
Bitcoin

HolyTransaction Bets Big on Universal Cryptocurrency Wallet

After trial and error on business ideas, the company believes one wallet for top altcoins is something investors need.

Tech  ·  1 July 2014
Litecoin

Survey Results: 96% of Merchants Would Recommend Bitcoin to Peers

Part Three of our survey examines merchant satisfaction with bitcoin, as well as their interest in altcoins.

Business  ·  14 April 2014
Altcoins

Building a Greener Bitcoin: How to Reduce Carbon Emissions

How to reduce carbon emissions from bitcoin mining? CoinDesk looks at the pros and cons of the available options.

Tech  ·  9 April 2014
Litecoin

Are Cryptocurrencies in a State of War?

Are cryptocurrencies in the midst of a battle similar to that fought by HD DVDs and Blu-ray Discs?

Tech  ·  5 April 2014
Bitcoin

Cryptsy Founder Paul Vernon on Worthy Altcoins, Pre-Mining and Compliance

The exchange currently trades 157 cryptocurrencies and 70,000 active users, but it hasn't added fiat currency – yet.

Policy & regulation  ·  2 April 2014
Litecoin

Bitcoin’s Best Competitors: The Top Altcoins of 2013

Which were the top altcoins of 2013? By market capitalization, here they are.

Tech  ·  31 December 2013
Litecoin

Alternative Cryptocurrencies Thrive in Bitcoin’s Shadow

Numerous altcoins are riding on bitcoin's coattails: some designed to improve upon bitcoin and others designed for specific purposes.

Tech  ·  24 December 2013
Bitcoin

Litecoin Spikes to $200 Million Market Capitalization in Five Hours

Litecoin caught the market’s attention earlier this year when it spiked approximately 10,000% in a few weeks.

Tech  ·  20 November 2013
Litecoin

Third largest cryptocurrency peercoin moves into spotlight with Vault of Satoshi deal

Will Peercoin shine thanks to its new community development push?

Tech  ·  7 November 2013