BitCoin stories - Page 6
ESET discovers campaign stealing bitcoins from darknet users
Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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ESET researchers have discovered a trojanised Tor Browser that cybercriminals use to steal bitcoins from darknet market buyers.
Cryptocurrency investors reminded of tax obligations
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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The currency is usually encrypted using Blockchain technology that regulates the generation of new units and verifies fund transfers.
Cybercriminals laundering $200b in ill-gotten gains – here's how
Sat, 17th Mar 2018
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A new report from Bromium has landed with a number of startling findings, including the confirmation of a bustling cybercrime laundry market.
Bitcoin's not a fad, it's a waiting game
Fri, 16th Mar 2018
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The Bitcoin's wild price swings have polarised people into evangelists and detractors - but why does the technology matter?.
Cryptocurrency exchange says it lost $195m to hackers – but is it a scam?
Tue, 13th Feb 2018
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BitGrail wasn't known to many until last week when it announced it had been hacked, but many experts believe all is not as it seems.
Hacker steals US$440K in 'easily avoidable' digital currency breach
Fri, 26th Jan 2018
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A hacker hijacked Black Wallet to steal around $440,000 from Bitcoin rival Stellar Lumen - High Tech Bridge's CEO says it was simple to prevent.
Nelson not-for-profit electricity provider accepting payment in Bitcoin
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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Nelson's NextGen Energy now accepts Bitcoin for bill payments, pioneering tech adoption and supporting local schools and charities with net profits.
Rackspace, Bitcoin, Alibaba and the future of cloud
Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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Alibaba's Asian cloud sales soar; Changes in how we consume cloud; Rise of managed security service providers; Blockchain's potential beyond cryptocurrency.
LogRhythm divulges eight key predictions for cybersecurity in 2018
Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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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.
Startup making Bitcoin accessible to NZers raises $400k
Wed, 8th Nov 2017
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The startup plans to use the funding to continue driving growth in New Zealand while also expanding into the UK market.
How Bitcoin's blockchain is aiding cybersecurity
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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Bitcoin defies a unique set of security concerns through innovations and structures which are influencing how cybersecurity will face new threats.
Is bitcoin the new alternative investment or a bubble ready to burst?
Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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Bitcoin's market valuation has surged past USD $75bn, stirring debate on its potential as a modern asset or a looming bubble.
Innovation or irrelevance: The price of digital disruption
Tue, 26th Sep 2017
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Amazon is just the latest guise of the combined business threats of innovation and competition in the marketplace.
Blockchain an inspiring tech for enterprises, but it's attracting hackers too
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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As blockchain and Bitcoin rocket in value and becomes mainstream across the world, both ISACA and Proofpoint have published advisories.
Australian budget reaffirms commitment to fintech industry
Wed, 10th May 2017
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Australia's budget boosts fintech with open data and sandbox expansion, driving growth and consumer benefits, says FinTech Australia CEO.
NZ government should rein banks in and encourage competition in cryptocurrency trading – expert
Tue, 9th May 2017
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Andreas Antonopoulos says the NZ government needs to get its act together to reap the gains of cryptocurrency, citing Singapore as an example.
Cryptocurrency could spur significant developments in NZ property law
Mon, 8th May 2017
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The treatment of 'intangible property' is an area ripe for clarification, and cryptocurrency may well give rise to the case to test the boundaries.
New Bitcoin trading platform brings investment to 'everyday New Zealanders'
Wed, 29th Mar 2017
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New Zealanders can now trade Bitcoin safely and easily on BitPrime, the country's first locally owned platform.
Trust in transformation: The Blockchain.NZ conference returns to Auckland this May
Tue, 7th Mar 2017
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The Blockchain.NZ is coming back to Auckland on May 8-11 to help New Zealand discover the true blockchain potential for business.
Can you ever be truly anonymous online?
Tue, 17th Jan 2017
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Online anonymity is elusive; NordVPN's guide reveals how Bitcoin, encrypted emails, and VPNs could beef up your privacy.