Day: August 17, 2024

Tari Universe Mining Simplified

Reviving Old-School Crypto Mining In an innovative move, a group of former Monero developers, including the prominent Riccardo Spagni (“fluffypony”), is set to introduce the Tari Universe, a desktop application designed to democratize the mining of the new Tari token. Echoing the early days of Bitcoin, Tari aims to allow anyone with a standard computer […]

Unpacking Bitcoin Privacy Concerns

Bitcoin’s Spotlight in U.S. Politics As the U.S. election nears, Bitcoin has surged into the political spotlight, significantly bolstered by Donald Trump’s recent endorsement. The Republican Party’s growing interest in cryptocurrencies has particularly focused on the potential privacy threats posed by central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and the contrasting risks associated with Bitcoin itself. The […]

Crypto’s Quiet Tumultuous Week

A Week of Subtle Turmoil in Crypto Despite a seemingly quiet week in the cryptocurrency world, the markets experienced their usual share of volatility, proving yet again that the crypto industry is never really at rest. Bitcoin, the flagship cryptocurrency, saw a significant price fluctuation; it soared above $60,000 early in the week only to […]

Why Did PiP World Target Roblox?

PiP World’s Bold Move Last week marked a strategic pivot for the crypto educational gaming startup PiP World with its acquisition of StockRise, a popular stock-trading game on Roblox. This move raised questions about the intentions behind a crypto-centric company venturing into a platform primarily populated by the younger demographic. Roblox’s Educational Niche Roblox, known […]