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Cryptocurrency Q1 roundup: How did XRP perform?

May03
by on May 3, 2019 at 2:16 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, blockchain, cryptocurrency, Hard Fork


Cryptocurrency and blockchain were built to usurp centralized authorities like governments and banks. And then came Ripple, the digital asset that throws the cypherpunk ideology straight out the window. Ripple has managed to make cryptocurrencies and corporate institutions unlikely bedfellows. It has often drawn criticism for ‘not being a real cryptocurrency’ and not being truly decentralized. This criticism comes from the fact that Ripple’s blockchain doesn’t have any miners, and access to it is heavily permissioned. It’s a far cry from open and censorship-resistant platforms, like Bitcoin. However, the Ripple team has repeatedly assured holders that XRP and the network…

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150 of the top tech startup cities join forces at TNW2019

May03
by on May 3, 2019 at 1:53 pm
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Silicon Valley may be the largest tech hub in the world, but other areas aren’t far behind. Major cities like Amsterdam and Barcelona have become thriving ecosystems for tech startups. But as we move into a new era of tech innovation, these cities are facing challenges like scaling, gender diversity, and talent retention. That’s why we’re hosting the third annual StartupCity Summit at TNW Conference on May 10. With our co-hosts, StartupAmsterdam and Startup Genome, we’ve invited leaders of the world’s most active startup cities to join forces. Together, we’ll discuss how to overcome the tech challenges we face today.…

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Police seize over $600K in cash, Bitcoin, and Monero in worldwide dark web drug bust

May03
by on May 3, 2019 at 1:21 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, blockchain, cryptocurrency, Hard Fork


Police have busted two prolific dark web drug markets in a global sting, seizing six-figure amounts of Bitcoin and Monero cryptocurrency, as well as loads of narcotics. “[The Wall Street Market] was the world’s second largest dark web market, enabling the trade in drugs (including cocaine, heroin, cannabis and amphetamines), stolen data, fake documents and malicious software,” said Europol. “The illegal platform was exclusively accessible via the Tor network in the so-called Darknet and aimed at international trade in criminal goods.” Over €550,000 ($613,600) in cash, six-figure sums of cryptocurrency, vehicles, as well as computers and related data storage devices…

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Jersey man puts $1.5M life savings in Bitcoin scam, loses everything

May03
by on May 3, 2019 at 1:09 pm
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A resident of the self-governing British island, Jersey, has lost their life-savings to a Bitcoin scam. Scammers hoodwinked the victim over an 18-month period leading him on to eventually hand over his £1.2 million ($1.5 million) life savings, The Jersey Evening Post reports. The criminals promised the victim returns 15 times the size of their investment. According to reports, the victim was contacted by the criminal‘s company after asking about Bitcoin online. He was led to believe that the company was offering legitimate Bitcoin investments. Over the following 18 months, the criminals duped the victim into making larger investments that…

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How Lush is elevating the retail experience through ethical technology

May03
by on May 3, 2019 at 1:03 pm
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Cosmetics company Lush is well-known for using their voice to support global causes. From wildlife protection to LGBTQ+ rights, Lush aims to give more than it takes from society and the environment – and they’re using the latest tech to do it. With artificial intelligence and machine learning, the Lush Lens app eliminates the need for plastic packaging to create a sustainable future. The app shows how products dissolve in the tub, the ingredients’ properties, and the effect these can have on your skin and mood – all through your phone. At TNW Conference next week, you can try out…

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