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Our Value of Money Is Subjective But That Doesn’t Make It Meaningless
14.5.2019
In my last op-ed, I discussed how the value we place on items and goods is subjective based on Carl Menger’s Subjective Theory of Value and how these concepts apply to people’s perception of value with things like fiat, gold, and bitcoin. The post outlined the idea that money cannot...
How to Send Bitcoin Cash via Text Messages to Anyone With a Mobile Phone
14.5.2019
Cointext allows you to send bitcoin cash (BCH) to anyone with a mobile phone in the regions supported by the service even if you don’t have access to the internet. On a global scale, the availability of cheap devices can help many more people use cryptocurrency for payments via SMS text...
Markets Update: Crypto Prices Continue to Gather Bullish Momentum
14.5.2019
Digital asset markets have been surging over the last 24 hours as the market valuation of the entire cryptoconomy has gained over $20 billion. Moreover, global trade volume has been significant, crossing $85 billion worth of coins swapped in the last day. Also read: Bitcoin’s Software...
Whole Foods and Major Retailers Now Accept Cryptocurrency via the Spedn App
13.5.2019
On May 13, cryptocurrency enthusiasts were pleased to hear that major retailers including Whole Foods, Lowes, Petco, Regal Cinemas, and Gamestop will accept payments in crypto. The payments will be processed by Flexa using its custodial wallet called ‘Spedn’ which gives people...
Satoshi Nakamoto Could Be Criminal Mastermind Paul Le Roux
13.5.2019
One of the most enduring mysteries of modern times has produced another enthralling twist. Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin’s pseudonymous and enigmatic creator, has not been seen online in more than eight years. Evidence has now surfaced that points to a new Satoshi candidate, whose known life...
Change Color of SVG on Hover
13.5.2019
There are a lot of different ways to use SVG. Depending on which way, the tactic for recoloring that SVG in different states or conditions — :hover, :active, :focus, class name change, etc. — is different.
Let's look at the ways.
Inline SVG
Inline SVG is my favorite way to use...
Learn How to Create BCH Apps With Bitcoin.com’s Developer Platform
13.5.2019
Are you a professional or a hobbyist programmer and want to create cryptocurrency enabled applications? Bitcoin.com’s Developer Platform offers resources for you to learn how to develop software based on the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network. Also Read: Crypto Meets Techno and Binance Security...
Russian Prosecutors Fail to Block Crypto Website
13.5.2019
A court case in Russia has signaled a change in the attitude authorities have towards the cryptocurrency space, at least on first glance. An online portal helping traders find the best exchange options for their digital assets will be allowed to restore normal operations. That’s after...
Crypto Meets Techno and Binance Security Breach in the Weekly Update From Bitcoin.com
12.5.2019
Crypto meets techno with BCH-inspired music and discussion of the aftermath of the Binance security breach. In addition to learning about the latest developments, the winners of the latest giveaway will be revealed in this week’s video update on Bitcoin.com’s Youtube channel. Also Read:...
Schnorr Signatures Are Coming to Bitcoin Cash – Here’s What You Should Know
12.5.2019
On Wednesday, May 15, the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network will be upgraded to incorporate the highly anticipated Schnorr signature algorithm, a digital signature scheme widely known for its simplicity. Also read: Bitcoin History Part 12: When No One Wanted Your BTC Schnorr Sigs Are Coming Next week,...
Track Rising Crypto Prices With Cryptowat.ch
12.5.2019
Cryptocurrency markets are booming this weekend and traders need adequate and timely information about prices and trends. Cryptowat.ch is an online platform that provides real-time market data and it’s highly customizable to suit the needs of different investors. Also read: Decryptionary...
Bitcoin History Part 12: When No One Wanted Your BTC
12.5.2019
Today, bitcoin is so precious that its hodlers are prone to locking their keys away inside nuclear bunkers, bank vaults, and military grade hardware wallets. But things weren’t always that way. Back in the early days, bitcoin was deemed so undesirable that you would have struggled to give...
Indian Crypto Traders Undeterred by Ban Rumor
12.5.2019
The Indian crypto community is undeterred by the widespread rumor that its government is discussing a bill which could ban some cryptocurrencies. Local crypto exchanges have revealed to news.Bitcoin.com that their trading volumes have been increasing despite this report. Meanwhile, experts have...
Markets Update: Crypto Bulls Outpace Stocks and Gold
11.5.2019
Cryptocurrency markets have been doing extremely well over the last 48 hours, making a lot of prior skeptics think the bearish crypto winter may have ended. Since our last markets update three days ago, the entire cryptoconomy has gained close to $33 billion in value and trading sessions over...
Three Very Different Paths to Blockchain Scaling
11.5.2019
How do you scale a blockchain so that it can process hundreds or even thousands of transactions per second – but without compromising on decentralization? It’s a question that has kept some of the brightest minds in the space awake at night, and some of the more ardent crypto factions...
SLP-Based Token ACD to Gain Traction With Acceptance at Thousands of Shops
11.5.2019
The Simple Ledger Protocol (SLP) has garnered a lot of attention over the last few months as there’s been a wide variety of tokens created on top of the Bitcoin Cash network. On May 10, the Tokyo-based Alliance Cargo Direct revealed the SLP-minted token ACD and bitcoin cash will be accepted...
Decryptionary Helps New Investors Understand Crypto Terms
11.5.2019
Rising cryptocurrency markets may once again arouse the interest of new investors. The crypto space has its specifics and it takes some effort to acquaint oneself with the terminology. Decryptionary has been created to impart the basic information you need to start understanding Bitcoin better....
Crypto Heresy: Question Blockstream on Twitter and You’ll Be Blocked
10.5.2019
Crypto Twitter (CT) is a grueling battleground between digital currency enthusiasts, company executives, maximalists, journalists, lawyers, and so-called thought leaders and luminaries. For instance, on May 8, reporter Larry Cermak posted data concerning Blockstream and its sidechain project...
How to Generate QR Codes for Crypto Payments
10.5.2019
Businesses and projects in the crypto space have an incentive to facilitate cryptocurrency payments for their customers and users. With QR codes, acquiring a recipient’s address is easy – all it takes is a quick scan with a smartphone. A platform called Cwaqrgen provides a tool...
10 React Challenges (Beginner): Loop Over and Display Data with JSX
10.5.2019
Data comes in all shapes and sizes. In JavaScript, an array is how we hold sets of data. For the majority of our site content, we use an array of objects.
Looping through and sh