The problem is, a lot of the more sophisticated versions of ransomware do not allow users to restore files from a backup either For most, paying Bitcoin is the only way out, although I'm sure security experts could come up with alternative options over time.

CryptLock just happens to be one of the few exceptions

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- Bitcoin (projects, companies, press releases,...)
- Altcoin (coins, platforms, services)
- Blockchain (companies, press releases)
- Crypto Tokens (Non-ICO or non-IPO)

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- Fintechist (http://www.fintechist.com)
- AltsAreBack (http://www.altsareback.com - currently redesigning and relaunching soon)

Pricing is quite flexible, as the content will be spread throughout social media ( accounts belonging to either Fintechist or AltsAreBack) as well as my own personal accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and Linkedin.


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Bitcoin and blockchain development can take on many forms, as not every coder wants to actively contribute to the Bitcoin protocol. Some people are very passionate about building new applications and tools on top of the blockchain, which is important to the ecosystem as well. Even though there are several API providers in existence, BitcoinChain.com wants to bring something new to the table. But will they be able to become a major development platform such as Blockchain.info and Blocktrail?

https://news.bitcoin.com/bitcoinchain-adding-diversity-blockchain-api/

Are you excited about the prospect of smart contracts on Bitcoin?

Up until this point, a lot of people assumed smart contracts would not be possible on the Bitcoin blockchain itself. This is part of the reason new projects, such as Ethereum, are gaining a lot of attention, as their blockchain allows for automated smart contract execution. However, a recent post on Medium seems to indicate something else entirely, as Rootstock would allow for smart contracts to be used on the Bitcoin blockchain.

http://themerkle.com/news/rootstock-aims-to-enable-bitcoin-smart-contracts/

Are you worried about accessibility clickjacking on your Android device?

It is no secret how mobile Android devices are vulnerable to a wide range of attacks, which could have drastic consequences for consumers. Especially when it comes to financial details being leaked, these Android vulnerabilities will need to be addressed sooner rather than later. Accessibility clickjacking is one of the more recent forms of malware putting over 500 million devices – and Bitcoin users around the world – at risk.


http://bitcoinist.net/accessibility-clickjacking-threatens-bitcoin-users-on-android/

Good afternoon fine people,


The sponsored article for Destiny has been published on Fintechist

Will be keeping an eye on the project

How high is your credit rating on the Riders platform? I scored a 5.86



Bitcoin analysis is an attractive prospect to explore further over the coming years, as it will help provide valuable insights as to how people are using the digital currency. Some people will hold Bitcoin as a long-term investment whereas others use it as a regular currency to pay for goods and services. Riders is a new service that seeks to link some form of credit rating to Bitcoin addresses by using blockchain analysis.

http://themerkle.com/news/riders-uses-blockchain-analysis-to-issue-bitcoin-address-ratings/

Does this news worry you? Or are you less concerned with one company responsible for processing millions of transactions?

Understanding the way payments work is quite revealing in some cases. as it explains how a handful of companies make money off millions of transactions around the world. For example, very few people are aware of how PayPal is making a ton of money through their BrainTree hub, which is used for mobile payments by services such as Uber and AirBnb. A lot of revenue is generated for this one company powering a lot of payment options all over the world, and this type of centralization is not good news.


http://bitcoinist.net/paypal-centralizes-payment-processing-uber-airbnb/

Would you purchase Ethereum from Anycoin Direct, or are you using a different exchange?

A lot of digital currency exchanges are focusing their attention on making the process of buying and selling Bitcoin and other currencies more convenient. Anycoin Direct is one of Europe’s leading exchange platforms in that regard, as they let customers use a wide variety of options. Now that Ethereum can also be bought through Anycoin Direct, exciting things are on the horizon for this European exchange.

http://bitcoinist.net/anycoin-direct-adds-ethereum-to-their-exchange-platform/

Mobile payments are only as secure as the wallet service is, and Apple Pay is not doing the best of jobs to protect consumer data. While many people see Apple Pay as a form of Fintech innovation, making mobile payments through Apple’s financial solution with stolen credit card information appears to be much easier than originally anticipated. Some people would go as far as saying how this mobile wallet is quite inferior to other financial technologies, including Bitcoin.


http://bitcoinist.net/criminals-use-apple-pay-for-fraudulent-in-store-purchases/

Hello folks,


It is my great pleasure to announce the sponsored story for Rubies has been published on Fintechist

Keep up the good work guys!

Are you in favor of higher transaction fees or a spectular Bitcoin block size increase? And why?

Now that the number of Bitcoin transactions is increasing for an unknown reason, a new debate has started to form on Reddit. Is it harder to increase the number of transactions on the Bitcoin network compared to increasing the transaction fees, or vice versa? On paper, the second option will meet a lot more resistance from the community, but as displayed by the current state of the network, people will pay higher fees to move funds.

https://news.bitcoin.com/increasing-bitcoin-block-size-vs-higher-transaction-fees/

What will Thomson Reuters do with the Ethereum blockchain? Care to venture a guess?

Various companies are looking for people with knowledge and expertise in the world of blockchain and distributed ledgers these days. Thomson Reuters, a company well-known for the intelligent information and solutions regarding global markets, is hiring an Ethereum blockchain developer for one of their mobile web projects. The blockchain industry keeps creating jobs all over the world by the look of things.

http://bitcoinist.net/thomson-reuters-announces-ethereum-blockchain-plans/

What are your thoughts on this mysterious re-broadcasting of a week-old transaction? Who could be behind this type of attack?

Double-spending in the Bitcoin world is becoming a very rare occurrence, but that doesn’t mean it is impossible to pull off this type of attack. BitBet, an online gambling platform, fell victim to such an attack earlier today as a result of several of their transactions not being included in the Bitcoin Node mempool. This entire situation is sparking a lot of debate and conspiracy theories as to why one particular transaction was broadcasted twice on the network, although it is rather a stretch to claim malicious intent at this stage.

http://bitcoinist.net/bitbet-falls-victim-to-strange-bitcoin-double-spend-behavior/

The foundation and services are there so it could work out

Hello guys,

Just wanted to let you know the sponsored article for Creditbit went live on Fintechist

Do you think this is a good move by 247Exchange? Is the service available in your country yet?


Bitcoin exchange platforms around the world keep evolving as more time progresses. Consumers want quick and convenient access to digital currency, as well as an option to exchange back to fiat currency when needed. 247Exchange.com Has been working hard to provide both of these services, and they have now expanded their business to Canada. Purchasing digital currency with CAD becomes easier than it has ever been before.

http://bitcoinist.net/247exchange-com-expands-bitcoin-buying-selling-services-canada/

What are your thoughts on this event itself? What will it take to reach consensus? Let us know in the comments below!
 
Another Satoshi Roundtable event has taken place this past weekend, which was organized in San Francisco, California. The primary goal of this event is coming to a consensus on the future of Bitcoin development, more especially when the block size increase is concerned. Despite the numerous topics and proposals being discussed, we have it on good authority no consensus was reached during this Satoshi Roundtable event.
 
https://news.bitcoin.com/no-consensus-reached-during-satoshi-roundtable-san-francisco/

What are your thoughts on the number of ransomware attacks? Are hackers becoming more sophisticated, or have security experts caught up with this threat?

http://bitcoinist.net/bitcoin-ransomware-targets-la-county-health-department/