Blockchain Technology is the recent buzzword that has spread like wildfire across all industries; be it financial systems, healthcare or the ICO startups. However, there are specific blockchain key terms which a user needs to know to keep abreast with the Blockchain revolution. As per some estimates, this blockchain revolution can surpass the internet revolution … Continue reading “Blockchain for Beginners: Key Terms You Should Understand”
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Amazon Quickly Jumping into Blockchain Technology
Even as the crypto winter persists, online retail giant Amazon remains utterly unperturbed. As a matter of fact, the company sees substantial untapped potential in blockchain technology. On Wednesday, it posted that it was rolling out two new services, including a blockchain-powered service. According to the press release, the blockchain-based service will enable Amazon customers … Continue reading “Amazon Quickly Jumping into Blockchain Technology”
Guide: The Advantages of Bitcoin over Ethereum
Bitcoin was released in the early months of 2009. Since the time of its inception, this platform has been reigning as the incontestable leader of the Crypto revolution. Bitcoin is nearing its transaction capacity but still remains the most used crypto to date. The strongest rival of Bitcoin is Ethereum, which began its launch from … Continue reading “Guide: The Advantages of Bitcoin over Ethereum”
Guide: What is Ethereum?
Famous as the ‘Queen’ of the cryptocurrency realm, Ethereum experienced a significant rise since the time of its inception. The uniqueness of this system lies in its ability to provide many decentralized applications via its platform. What is Ethereum? Ethereum can be defined as a blockchain based, decentralized and programmable software platform. In fact, it … Continue reading “Guide: What is Ethereum?”
Ripple Could Overtake Bitcoin as the Top Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency prices have nose-dived sharply since December 2017 when the leading crypto,Bitcoin, hit a high of $19,000. This year however, the bears took over the markets with Bitcoin now trading below the $6,000 psychological support level. Being the largest digital coin by market capitalization, Bitcoin’s status helped it attract lots of investment capital. However, the … Continue reading “Ripple Could Overtake Bitcoin as the Top Cryptocurrency”
The Top 5 Cryptocurrencies of 2018
As 2018 winds down, opinions on a possible market rally vary. Regardless of which side of the divide you are on, you must agree that rounding up the Top 5 cryptocurrencies of 2018 is indeed a difficult task. No doubt, most of these cryptos have performed terribly in the year under review. However, there are … Continue reading “The Top 5 Cryptocurrencies of 2018”
What’s the Secret Behind Ripple (XRP) Price Surge?
The downward market trend hit Bitcoin (BTC), leaving the preeminent coin down in the $5,000 USD region for the second time in 2018. Similarly, altcoins also experienced the downtrend, which saw Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) trade places. Last week Bittpress reported that the coin’s price dipped repeatedly, spurring massive dumps. In the report, Bittpress observed that … Continue reading “What’s the Secret Behind Ripple (XRP) Price Surge?”
Only 14 Cryptocurrencies are Now Valued at $1 Billion or More
Over the last year, cryptocurrenices have seen a lot of volatility in the market. While there has been an influx of fresh capital, some investors have also left the market. Additionally, this caused shifts in the market caps with XRP overtaking Ethereum recently. Similarlty, there has been rapid drop in the number of coins at … Continue reading “Only 14 Cryptocurrencies are Now Valued at $1 Billion or More”
What are Cryptocurrencies and How do they Work?
Cryptocurrencies have become a famous digital asset for traders worldwide due to its various beneficial features and functionalities. International governments and major financial institutions are researching and adopting modern technologies like the blockchain. However, despite its widespread use and prominence, most scientists, developers and financial managers hardly understand what cryptocurrencies are. What is cryptocurrency? A … Continue reading “What are Cryptocurrencies and How do they Work?”
Ripple (XRP) to Displace Ethereum (ETH) in Rank
On Tuesday, the price of Ripple (XRP) spiked by 4%, indicating that it could potentially displace Ethereum to become the world’s second-biggest cryptocurrency by market cap. Indeed, this surge happened after Ripple Lab’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse restated the need for a global framework for crypto-based payments. The chief executive also engaged in a tirade against … Continue reading “Ripple (XRP) to Displace Ethereum (ETH) in Rank”