Digital currency proponents have long contended that cryptocurrency and other blockchain-based tokens, such stablecoins, are preferable to traditional finance. According to a new investigation by the research group SSRN, the rise of cryptocurrencies has significantly aided in the creation of a “entire criminal ecosystem” that has been built on top

Cryptojacking is the illegal use of another person’s computing power to mine cryptocurrencies. One of the most crucial skills a security team may possess is the capacity to identify dangers and take action as soon as possible. The level of disruption and operational effect will be reduced the quicker they

Whether you’re ready, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology has an increasing impact on financial markets, and they’ve certainly piqued investors’ interest. Those who want to get their feet wet in cryptocurrency investing or have considered it but don’t know where to start may benefit from reading a few interesting books about

The two critical steps taken in the most challenging times show how crypto helps Ukraine, brings support it needs during the invasion and turn into the digital country it dreams of. Two days ago, Ukraine launched a crypto donation site to collect crypto and fiat money to help with their

As a concept, the metaverse had long existed before Facebook’s announcement that it was renaming itself to Meta came along. While most consumers would shrug it off as just another large-scale virtual reality gimmick that’s destined to fail (as it always has), major players are spurring it on.  Monster Energy

Decentralized finance – DeFi – has exploded over the last couple of years. And with any fast-moving new tech sector, some people will attempt to take advantage of the industry, which means DeFi security is a booming sector as we protect against an ever-increasing amount of hacks, breaches, and exploits.

Last week, Dataconomy’s Stewart Rogers served as master of ceremonies for a CogX Open Web Forum panel (curated by Fabric Ventures) I participated in along with Muneeb Ali (Stacks) and Josh Tobkin (Supra-Oracles). We were grappling with the question of how we inspire best-in-breed technical stars to join Open Web

Meet investors, Blockchain and crypto enthusiasts, a talent pool of developers and programmers  as they solve three Blockchain challenges over two days in Berlin. Here is why you should be a part of LongHash Cryptocon Vol2. Berlin has been recognised as the cryptocurrency capital of Europe for more than half

The rise of financial technology and digital payment solutions is helping the world go cashless. Cashless payment methods now cover a wide range of technologies – there are physical cards, online gateways, mobile apps, and digital wallets. Blockchain-enabled payments and cryptocurrencies are also on the rise. Methods are enjoying varying

FinTech is disrupting the banking world—and bringing consumers along for the ride. Of course, such a major shift in policies and the way companies do business is bound to have equally powerful effects on legislature. Regulations have been strict since 2008, and many US banks have been hit with huge