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Crypto-jacking can’t survive without CoinHive says a new report
Just two years ago, crypto-jacking was said to represent 35 percent of all cyber threats. But the closure of mining service CoinHive has almost put an end to the pernicious industry.
‘Flash Loan’ exploits spark DeFi debate
DeFi protocols are swelling, with more funds than ever locked in smart contracts. But two recent exploits have highlighted their vulnerabilities—leading critics to suggest they are not as decentralized as they might appear to be.
Tron takeover promises new life for Steemit
Tron founder Justin Sun has taken a majority stake in Steemit, the blockchain-based social media platform where users can get paid for creating content.
Trump budget puts crypto in secret service crosshairs
To step up action against financial crime, the White House wants to bring the U.S. Secret Service—the agency tasked with protecting the nation’s leaders and safeguarding its financial system—back to its original home in the Treasury Department.
Apple’s Quick Look lets you shop in augmented reality
As big tech companies become more like banks, the payments industry is transforming.
Centralization vs decentralization: Facebook and Twitter ponder censorship
As the debate over free speech and internet censorship intensifies, social media platforms are seeking different ways to preserve freedom of expression without raising the hackles of users and regulators.
Australia releases blockchain roadmap
Agriculture, manufacturing, and renewable energy are all ripe for blockchain-powered disruption, according to a new national strategy from the Australian Government.
Teens trick Instagram algorithm in privacy techlash
As more of the world wakes up to the value of personal data, the tech-savvy younger generation is exploring innovative ways to protect their online privacy.
Cloud infrastructure spending surges
Spending on cloud computing increased by 37 percent in 2019, with organizations around the world splashing out a record $107 billion for cloud infrastructure.
Zermatt is the latest Swiss town to accept bitcoin for tax payments
Zermatt announced last week that it will become the third Swiss municipality to let residents pay taxes in bitcoin.
