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Pavel Durov Reveals Telegram Has Been Disclosing Data to Authorities
3.10.2024
Telegram founder Pavel Durov has clarified the platform’s privacy policies, emphasizing that no significant adjustments have been made regarding how Telegram handles user data. He revealed that since 2018, Telegram has disclosed IP addresses and phone numbers of criminals when legally...
Darkfi Unveils ‘World’s Strongest Anonymous Chat’ in Latest IRC Release
2.10.2024
On Oct. 2, 2024, Darkfi, a project led by former Bitcoin developer Amir Taaki and a group of privacy advocates, revealed the launch of an unstable version of its internet relay chat (IRC) text-based communication protocol, proudly calling it “the world’s strongest anonymous chat.” The team...
Kraken to end Monero support in European Economic Area
2.10.2024
Monero’s price fell by 8% a day after Kraken announced it would stop supporting the privacy-focused cryptocurrency
Telegram has been disclosing user IPs since 2018, Durov says
2.10.2024
Telegram’s disclosure process of IP addresses and phone numbers has been in place “long before last week,” CEO Pavel Durov declared
Crypto Veteran Says Decentralized AI Reduces Bias and Manipulation Risks
28.9.2024
Albert Castellana, co-founder and CEO of Yeager.ai, believes artificial intelligence (AI) can propel blockchain-based applications beyond simple, static contracts. AI integration unlocks “much more subjective decision-making,” opening doors to entirely new use cases, he argues...
South Korea fines Worldcoin for violating personal protection laws
26.9.2024
Despite the regulatory hurdles, the project’s WLD token surged 35% this week, from $1.60 on Sept. 19 to $2.16 on Sept. 26
Lawmaker Introduces Defi Bill — Calls Decentralized Finance ‘Essential to Future of Markets’
26.9.2024
Congressman Warren Davidson has introduced the Evaluating Defi Opportunities Act to foster data-driven regulations for decentralized finance (defi). He stressed the importance of safeguarding innovation and user privacy while addressing concerns over potential overregulation. This proposed study...
BitcoinOS launches BitSNARK ZK verification for enhanced privacy on Bitcoin
25.9.2024
BitSNARK enables private transactions and advanced DApps on the Bitcoin blockchain while keeping BTC’s core intact
BitcoinOS launches BitSNARK ZK verification for enhanced privacy on Bitcoin
25.9.2024
BitSNARK enables private transactions and advanced DApps on the Bitcoin blockchain while keeping BTC’s core intact
Telegram's policy shift raises privacy concerns
24.9.2024
Other top messaging apps like WhatsApp and Meta’s Messenger are also sharing user data with authorities, on valid legal requests
Upbit to store user data on AWS: What users should know
24.9.2024
Upbit’s privacy policy update involves transferring user data to AWS servers in the US for improved service reliability and compliance with local regulations
Telegram’s Privacy Overhaul: IPs and Phone Numbers of Lawbreakers to Be Shared
23.9.2024
After the arrest and subsequent release of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France, his Telegram channel shared that the messaging platform has updated its terms of service and privacy policy. According to these changes, the platform may disclose the IP addresses and phone numbers of users who violate...
Samourai wallet forked into 'Ashigaru' Open Source Project
22.9.2024
According to the website, Ashigaru uses CoinJoin and other mechanisms to shield users from analytical heuristics and tracking
Ashigaru Emerges From the Shadows, Forking Samourai Wallet in Privacy Push
22.9.2024
After the fall of Samourai Wallet’s founders, a new platform emerged from a mysterious group who forked the project, naming it the Ashigaru Open Source Project. The team behind Ashigaru has shared their vision, stating, “Anyone should be able to engage in peaceful, voluntary and private...
The Agenda explores the future of biometrics, privacy and Big Tech with Privado
18.9.2024
Biometric verification is an everyday part of life, but Privado chief product officer Sebastian Rodriguez says users should be curious about how service providers use their data
The Agenda explores the future of biometrics, privacy and Big Tech with Privado
18.9.2024
Biometric verification is an everyday part of life, but Privado chief product officer Sebastian Rodriguez says users should be curious about how service providers use their data
Privacy is missing ingredient for business blockchain adoption: EY exec
17.9.2024
Paul Brody, EY’s global blockchain leader, highlights how privacy is the missing piece for blockchain adoption in businesses and provides potential solutions to enterprise concerns
Zano and Confidential Layer Partner for Secure, Private Cross-Chain Transactions
13.9.2024
Zano blockchain partnered with Confidential Layer to enable secure and private transactions across different blockchains. This allows users to keep their original assets (like ether or bitcoin) while adding Zano’s strong privacy features. Both the Zano and Confidential Layer teams see this...
Singapore’s Parliament Addresses Worldcoin Account Misuse and Privacy Risks
11.9.2024
Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong addressed concerns in Parliament regarding the risks of Worldcoin’s operations in Singapore, including potential money laundering through the sale of accounts. He emphasized that although Worldcoin does not perform a payment service under...
North Carolina Rejects Federal Digital Currency, Overrides Governor’s Veto
11.9.2024
The North Carolina General Assembly has overridden Governor Roy Cooper’s veto to enact a bill prohibiting a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the state. The Senate voted 27-17, securing the required supermajority. The bill bars payments using CBDC and state participation in Federal Reserve...