Security

Exchanges

What Meltdown and Spectre Flaws Mean for Crypto

Newly discovered computer vulnerabilities Meltdown and Spectre could have an impact on cryptocurrency users.

Tech  ·  6 January 2018
Monero

Sneaky Crypto Malware Miners Are Targeting Ad Networks Next

Websites and publishers need to be prepared for cryptocurrency miners slipping into ads on their sites, according to Israeli adtech firm Spotad.

Policy & regulation  ·  4 January 2018
Ethereum

Poof, Your Money’s Gone: Building for Blockchain Users

MyEtherWallet founder Taylor Monahan knows a thing or two about blockchain users, arguing they're not ready for the early blockchain tools of today.

Tech  ·  23 December 2017
Security

Think Tank Links Rising Bitcoin Price to Terrorist Use

The increased price of bitcoin appears to be luring terrorist fundraising efforts, in spite of the risks of being discovered.

Policy & regulation  ·  21 December 2017
Exchanges

North Korea Suspected Again in Crypto Exchange Attacks

South Korea's spy agency beileves a recent run of hacking attacks on domestic cryptocurrency exchanges is linked to North Korea.

Policy & regulation  ·  18 December 2017
Security

Trump Signs Defense Bill Authorizing Blockchain Study

President Donald Trump has signed a $700 billion military spending bill that includes a mandate for a blockchain cybersecurity research study.

Policy & regulation  ·  12 December 2017
Security

UBS Seeks IP Protection for Smart Contract Blockchain Validation

In a patent application released by the USPTO, money manager UBS indicated it was considering using smart contracts to validate transactions.

Business  ·  5 December 2017
Security

90% of Crypto Mobile Apps ‘In Trouble,’ Security Report Claims

A new report suggests mobile wallets catering to the cryptocurrency market may not be as secure as consumers may desire.

Policy & regulation  ·  29 November 2017
Security

US Defense Bill Could Give Big Boost to Blockchain

An obscure provision tucked into a U.S. defense spending bill could act as a springboard for blockchain adoption across government agencies.

Policy & regulation  ·  23 November 2017
Ethereum

Friends Don’t Let Friends Do Bad Crypto

Our duty to users doesn't end when they leave our site or app. Behaviors learned from us guide interactions with other services, writes Dan Elitzer.

Policy & regulation  ·  17 November 2017
Crime

CoinHive Cryptocurrency Miner Is 6th Most Common Malware, Says Report

Cyber-security solutions provider Check Point Software has said that the threat from cryptocurrency mining malware is rapidly growing.

Policy & regulation  ·  14 November 2017
Ethereum

Ethereum Client Bug Freezes User Funds as Fallout Remains Uncertain

An unknown amount of user funds on the ethereum network have been frozen due to a code issue with the Parity wallet software.

Tech  ·  7 November 2017
Ethereum

Trust No One: Ethereum Smart Contract Security Is Advancing

Security is a concern for ethereum as it continues to grow, and many think the best way to stay ahead is to always be on guard.

Tech  ·  3 November 2017
Markets

Bitcoin Gold Team Touts Safety Update Ahead of Coin Release

The bitcoin gold development team has announced that it is adding support for two-way replay protection ahead of the network's expected launch.

Markets  ·  1 November 2017