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On June 24, the block explorer and blockchain data platform, Blockchair, announced the launch of a new privacy tool called the “Privacy-o-meter.” According to Blockchair, the new service combats blockchain surveillance companies by highlighting privacy issues for crypto transactions. This week the blockchain explorer and crypto analytics firm, Blockchair, revealed a new tool that aims … Read more
Proofpoint research shows that phishing-based ransomware attacks are on the rise amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
A new class action alleges that Plaid, which Visa recently bought for over $5 billion, had unparalleled access to the financial information of millions of users. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Bitcoin price dropped below the ascending triangle trendline, suggesting further bearish price action for BTC and altcoins. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Switzerland does not need to amend its current tax legislation to cover blockchain-based arrangements, the Federal Council believes. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Decentralized finance (Defi) protocol Balancer was on Sunday hacked for more than $450,000 worth of cryptocurrency. In two separate transactions, an attacker targeted two pools containing Ethereum-based tokens with transfer fees – or so-called deflationary tokens. Pools with Sta and Stonk tokens were affected by this exploit, Balancer, an automated market marker protocol, said on … Read more
The Spanish authorities arrested several individuals related to ongoing investigations against crypto-driven child porn sites in the dark web. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Compound’s COMP token has been wildly successful in the initial period since launching. What’s behind it, and is it sustainable? Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Balancer hacked twice within 24 hours, though this time the sum is relatively small. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
The infamous and controversial owner of the website bitcoin.org, Cobra, is under fire recently and a number of community members have asked to see the website removed from his possession. The initial argument was sparked by the website’s maintainer, Will Binns, who told the public that bitcoin.org was in “danger of being compromised.” Since then, … Read more
