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First Etherum blockchain real estate purchase
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First Etherum blockchain real estate purchase

A Kiev apartment sale paid for in cryptocurrency signals blockchain could simplify cross-border property deals and attract foreign investors.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Oct 2017
Cryptocurrency could spur significant developments in NZ property law
Crypto

Cryptocurrency could spur significant developments in NZ property law

The treatment of 'intangible property' is an area ripe for clarification, and cryptocurrency may well give rise to the case to test the boundaries.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
CERT response team to ward off cyberattacks
Malware

CERT response team to ward off cyberattacks

The new unit will give businesses and internet users a hotline and online tools to report attacks as ransomware and hacking rise.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 13th Apr 2017
New Bitcoin trading platform brings investment to 'everyday New Zealanders'
Crypto

New Bitcoin trading platform brings investment to 'everyday New Zealanders'

New Zealanders can now trade Bitcoin safely and easily on BitPrime, the country's first locally owned platform.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Mar 2017
Trust in transformation: The Blockchain.NZ conference returns to Auckland this May
Crypto

Trust in transformation: The Blockchain.NZ conference returns to Auckland this May

The Blockchain.NZ is coming back to Auckland on May 8-11 to help New Zealand discover the true blockchain potential for business.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2017

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LogRhythm divulges eight key predictions for cybersecurity in 2018
Malware

LogRhythm divulges eight key predictions for cybersecurity in 2018

The predictions for the new year include both good news and bad news, like the biggest data breach settlement of all time and increased awareness.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Dec 2017
Startup making Bitcoin accessible to NZers raises $400k
Crypto

Startup making Bitcoin accessible to NZers raises $400k

The startup plans to use the funding to continue driving growth in New Zealand while also expanding into the UK market.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Nov 2017
How Bitcoin's blockchain is aiding cybersecurity
Crypto

How Bitcoin's blockchain is aiding cybersecurity

Bitcoin defies a unique set of security concerns through innovations and structures which are influencing how cybersecurity will face new threats.

By Karthik Reddy • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Oct 2017
Is bitcoin the new alternative investment or a bubble ready to burst?
Crypto

Is bitcoin the new alternative investment or a bubble ready to burst?

Bitcoin's market valuation has surged past USD $75bn, stirring debate on its potential as a modern asset or a looming bubble.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
Innovation or irrelevance: The price of digital disruption
Crypto

Innovation or irrelevance: The price of digital disruption

Amazon is just the latest guise of the combined business threats of innovation and competition in the marketplace.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Sep 2017
Blockchain an inspiring tech for enterprises, but it's attracting hackers too
Malware

Blockchain an inspiring tech for enterprises, but it's attracting hackers too

As blockchain and Bitcoin rocket in value and becomes mainstream across the world, both ISACA and Proofpoint have published advisories.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Jun 2017
Australian budget reaffirms commitment to fintech industry
Crypto

Australian budget reaffirms commitment to fintech industry

Australia's budget boosts fintech with open data and sandbox expansion, driving growth and consumer benefits, says FinTech Australia CEO.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 10th May 2017
NZ government should rein banks in and encourage competition in cryptocurrency trading – expert
Crypto

NZ government should rein banks in and encourage competition in cryptocurrency trading – expert

Andreas Antonopoulos says the NZ government needs to get its act together to reap the gains of cryptocurrency, citing Singapore as an example.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
​Can you ever be truly anonymous online?
Virtual Private Networks

​Can you ever be truly anonymous online?

Online anonymity is elusive; NordVPN's guide reveals how Bitcoin, encrypted emails, and VPNs could beef up your privacy.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Jan 2017
Blockchain, a game-changing new technology
Crypto

Blockchain, a game-changing new technology

Blockchain, the technology behind Bitcoin, is set to go mainstream and transform various aspects of everyday life, according to legal and banking experts.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2016
Bitcoin tech company reveals plans for 'one of a kind' data center in China
Hyperscale

Bitcoin tech company reveals plans for 'one of a kind' data center in China

Bitcoin company Bitmain Technologies has announced plans for a 'one of a kind' data center in Xinjiang, China.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Nov 2016
Bitcoin & Blockchain: A better understanding
Crypto

Bitcoin & Blockchain: A better understanding

Undoubtedly you've been exposed to Bitcoin or Blockchain. It's apparently the future. But apart from the buzzword, what actually is it?.

By Greig Strafford • 4 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2016

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