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Adam Back: Bitcoin's value lies in its founder's anonymity
16.10.2024
In an exclusive interview with Cointelegraph, Back explains why Bitcoin’s value relies on its dual identity as hard money and digital gold
Adam Back: Bitcoin’s value lies in its founder’s anonymity
16.10.2024
In an exclusive interview with Cointelegraph, Back explains why Bitcoin’s value relies on its dual identity as hard money and digital gold
Privacy Coins vs Regulators: Balancing Anonymity and Compliance
3.10.2024
In the evolving landscape of digital currencies, privacy coins have emerged as a controversial and pivotal player. Designed to offer […]
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Russian Expert Discusses End of Internet Anonymity With Passport-Based Access
26.9.2024
A Russian digital services expert has predicted a future where passport-based identification for Internet access becomes the norm, citing a broader trend towards the de-anonymization of online spaces. His comments follow a move by Telegram to disclose user data during rule violation investigations...
US House Proposes Bill to Ban Cryptocurrency Mixers for Two Years
9.5.2024
Led by Sean Casten and supported by fellow Democrats, the proposed bill seeks to enact a two-year ban on cryptocurrency mixers. This would mark a significant step towards addressing anonymity concerns and potential misuse in the digital currency realm.
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Rwandan Research Paper Recommends CBDC With ‘Partial Pseudo-Anonymity’
9.5.2024
A recent research paper from the National Bank of Rwanda recommends a two-tier, universal, zero-interest central bank digital currency (CBDC) with partial pseudo-anonymity. Although the research paper identifies 15 opportunities for CBDC, only four are said to offer “high potential benefits...
Revolutionizing Anonymity: Bitcoin Mixer Tumbler.io in the Era of Crypto Surveillance
13.12.2023
Bitcoin Mixer – Best Way to Avoid Government Surveillance? Due to the widespread use of blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin have come under increased scrutiny from governments and malicious enterprises alike. It is becoming more difficult to remain financially anonymous...
12 Best Bitcoin Sports Betting Sites for December, 2023
12.12.2023
Sports betting is a massive part of the global economy and is estimated to be worth around $250 billion across the world in 2023 – crypto betting is a rapidly-growing sector of the industry as customers switch to Bitcoin betting and crypto sportsbooks because of their huge welcome bonuses...
BIS Innovation Hub presents its ‘private CBDC’ project
29.11.2023
The Bank for International Settlement’s Project Tourbillon features two eCash prototypes, the first providing “unconditional payer anonymity” and the second being “more resilient” in security terms
EU data protection regulators urge anonymity for smaller transactions in digital euro
20.10.2023
The European Data Protection Board and the European Data Protection Supervisor issued a joint opinion statement on the regulation of “digital euro.”
Snowden Talks Risks of Bitcoin ETFs and Anonymity Concerns at Amsterdam Conference
17.10.2023
Renowned whistleblower Edward Snowden spoke at the 2023 Bitcoin Conference in Amsterdam last week, shedding light on several pressing issues surrounding Bitcoin.
Known for his advocacy of cryptocurrencies, Snowden’s address covered a range of topics, from Bitcoin's struggle with anonymity to...
Bitcoin.org's Anon Operator Denied Anonymity in Legal Battle Against Craig Wright
20.9.2023
A London High Court Judge has upheld a ruling that the Bitcoin.org operators, including the pseudonymous Cøbra, must reveal their identities or face substantial legal fees in the legal action brought by self-proclaimed Bitcoin (BTC) inventor Craig Wright.
In April 2021, Wright served legal papers...
Unveiling the Mystery: Recognizing the Profound Significance of Satoshi’s Anonymity
28.8.2023
From the genesis of Bitcoin’s inception to the contemporary landscape, the mystery surrounding the true identity of its architect, Satoshi Nakamoto, persists as an unrivaled enigma within the cryptocurrency realm. Despite the global reverberations stemming from bitcoin (BTC) and...
Dormant Since 2010, Bitcoin Address Awakens to Move 1,005 BTC Worth $29.7 Million
14.8.2023
On the morning of Monday, August 14, 2023, at the precise block height of 803,135, a dormant bitcoin address — created on November 9, 2010 — stirred to life. After lying in slumber for an exacting 12.9 years, it awoke to spend a staggering 1,005 bitcoin, a sum swelling to...
Revolutionizing Bitcoin Privacy: Samourai Wallet Unveils BTC to XMR Atomic Swaps
14.8.2023
In a pioneering move, Samourai, the privacy-focused bitcoin wallet, has revealed a BTC to XMR atomic swap feature aimed at revolutionizing onchain privacy in Bitcoin. Addressing the widespread issue of tainted change, also known as leftover unspent transaction outputs (UTXOs) remaining from...
Identity Verification in Crypto: Addressing the Clash Between Blockchain Anonymity and KYC Compliance
8.8.2023
Financial privacy and anonymity online have been among the key principles of blockchains since Satoshi Nakamoto first unveiled the Bitcoin white paper, but recent actions from regulators have put this principle under pressure.
To better understand regulatory actions, listening to what regulators...
The Many Facts That Indicate Bitcoin’s Creator Satoshi Nakamoto Was More Than One Person
16.7.2023
Ever since the genesis of Bitcoin, the identity of its creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, has remained shrouded in profound intrigue, evolving into one of the most captivating enigmas of all time. While numerous speculators picture a solitary genius behind its inception, it’s plausible that this...
Monero Maintains Stability Amid Crypto Market Volatility, Remains Top Privacy Token With $3B Market Cap
8.7.2023
In the last half-year, there has been a remarkable surge in the value of crypto assets such as bitcoin and ethereum. BTC has skyrocketed by 77%, while ETH has experienced an impressive 44% leap. On the other hand, the leading privacy-focused cryptocurrency, monero (XMR), has displayed a rather...
Privacy should be considered in ‘potential retail CBDC’ — Treasury official
14.6.2023
U.S. Treasury official Graham Steele told an audience at a Texas payments conference that a future CBDC in America should consider anonymity
CryptoSlots Celebrates Fifth Birthday with New Bonuses, a Revamped Cashback System, and World-Class VIP Treatment
12.6.2023
PRESS RELEASE. June 12, 2023 — It’s time to pop the champagne and raise a toast, because CryptoSlots, one of the premier online casinos for crypto enthusiasts, has just turned 5 years old. Ever since its launch in 2018, CryptoSlots has been a mainstay for iGaming enthusiasts...