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5 Blockchain Developments Coming in 2018

What's in store for blockchains in 2018? Infosys's Peter Loop offers a diverse selection of forecasts for the year ahead.

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Blockchain in Your Pocket? The Phone Behind Sirin's $157 Million ICO

Sirin says its Finney phone will fill a gap in the crypto market. But as the adage goes, "hardware is hard," and in blockchain it may be even harder.

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What Meltdown and Spectre Flaws Mean for Crypto

Newly discovered computer vulnerabilities Meltdown and Spectre could have an impact on cryptocurrency users.

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Sneaky Crypto Malware Miners Are Targeting Ad Networks Next

Websites and publishers need to be prepared for cryptocurrency miners slipping into ads on their sites, according to Israeli adtech firm Spotad.

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Poof, Your Money's Gone: Building for Blockchain Users

MyEtherWallet founder Taylor Monahan knows a thing or two about blockchain users, arguing they're not ready for the early blockchain tools of today.

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Think Tank Links Rising Bitcoin Price to Terrorist Use

The increased price of bitcoin appears to be luring terrorist fundraising efforts, in spite of the risks of being discovered.

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North Korea Suspected Again in Crypto Exchange Attacks

South Korea's spy agency beileves a recent run of hacking attacks on domestic cryptocurrency exchanges is linked to North Korea.

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Trump Signs Defense Bill Authorizing Blockchain Study

President Donald Trump has signed a $700 billion military spending bill that includes a mandate for a blockchain cybersecurity research study.

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UBS Seeks IP Protection for Smart Contract Blockchain Validation

In a patent application released by the USPTO, money manager UBS indicated it was considering using smart contracts to validate transactions.

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90% of Crypto Mobile Apps 'In Trouble,' Security Report Claims

A new report suggests mobile wallets catering to the cryptocurrency market may not be as secure as consumers may desire.

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