Steam is one of the most popular gaming-related platforms in the world these days. As a result of that popularity, Steam is also attracting a bunch of unwanted attention from hackers and phishers, According to details released by Valve, roughly 77,000 Steam accounts get hijacked on a monthly basis. Even though Valve makes two-factor authentication for in-game item sales mandatory now, blockchain technology could play a major part in creating a better solution. http://bitcoinist.net/valve-introduce-blockchain-based-authentication-steam-users/ |
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Most people active in the Bitcoin ecosystem will have heard of Bitwage by now. Bitwage is a company that allows users to receive their [monthly] wages in the form of Bitcoin, without the sender having to do anything special. Improving this new payroll service is a key element to its success, in the long run, which is why a new Extended Public Key Import feature has been added. http://themerkle.com/news/bitwage-further-enhances-user-privacy/ |
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It is no secret that consumer behavior is evolving, especially when it comes to buying goods. Rather than entering a brick-and-mortar store, more and more consumers are looking to buy items online. The only exception to that rule has been clothing, as it was previously impossible to form a proper opinion on whether or not it would be a fitting choice. Microsoft is solving that problem by combining the Xbox One with a mobile application. http://bitcoinist.net/microsofts-mall-easily-integrate-bitcoin-payments/ |
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Customers all over the world are looking to gain access to more convenient payment methods for everyday purchases. Cash transactions prove to be quite a hassle at times, and consumers want to spend as little tile as possible on making payments. Contactless payments are an answer to this solution, and this form of payment is gaining a lot of momentum across all of Europe. In the long run, this could benefit Bitcoin adoption as well. http://themerkle.com/news/european-interest-in-contactless-payments-creates-bitcoin-adoption-opportunities/ |
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When it comes to the concept of hacking, there is a fair bit of misconception regarding the “profession”. There are always two sides to a medallion, and the concept of hacking is no different in that regard. On the one hand, there are the criminal internet hackers, but there are also those who hack for the greater good. Not every hacking attempt is bad, as it will provide companies with valuable insights as to how their security is holding up. http://themerkle.com/news/hacktivism-in-the-bitcoin-ecosystem-can-be-a-good-thing/ |
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Giving every citizen of a certain country a guaranteed minimum income seems like a dream come true. However, in order to achieve such a feat of strength, proper guidelines will have to be drafted and the economy needs to be relatively stable. Finland seems to have all of their ducks in a row, as the idea of giving every citizen 800 EUR per month is starting to take shape. http://themerkle.com/news/what-if-finland-were-to-pay-out-a-basic-income-in-bitcoin/ |
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Bitcoin allows citizens of the world to achieve a multitude of things, and making payments one step easier is just the first iteration of what is possible. But to make bitcoin more convenient for the everyday user, a lot has to happen. Creating an option for users t split the bill when going out for food, or drinks, is an important step towards making Bitcoin more appealing. http://themerkle.com/news/bitcoin-based-payment-splitting-solution-like-venmo-go-long-way/ |
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Botnets pose a serious threat to online services and platforms all over the world. A typical botnet will comprise of a few ten thousand computers, but in some cases, they are much larger. Take the Dorkbot botnet, for example, which consisted of over 100,000 computers spread over 190 countries. Luckily for all of us, Dorkbot has been taken down by law enforcement and Microsoft. http://themerkle.com/news/no-bitcoins-were-stolen-before-dorkbot-botnet-was-shut-down/ |
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When that dreadful time of year comes by to fill in tax papers and make sure every transaction is accounted for, software solutions can alleviate a lot of stress. Even in the Bitcoin world, there are programs at your disposal to help you with the accounting part of finance. In fact, there are more options available than most people know of. http://themerkle.com/news/the-world-needs-more-bitcoin-accounting-solutions/ |
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Everyone who is part of the Bitcoin community is an important cog in the machine. Some people have a more prominent “allure” than others, but that doesn’t mean they are not as approachable as the rest of us. Tuur Demeester, Nejc Kodrič and Aaron Voisine recently partook in the biggest Bitcoin AMA in history, and here is what they shared with rest of the community. https://news.bitcoin.com/bitcoin-blockchain-not-need-visa-like-network-tuur-demeester/ |
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Even though the 21 Inc. Bitcoin Computer was greeted with a lot of skepticism and doubts; it looks like the project’s biggest opponents are slowly coming around to see the value of the device. Priced at US$399, it was only normal to see so many people doubt what the device would actually be capable of, and as it turns out, the Bitcoin Computer is quite an efficient gadget. http://themerkle.com/news/21-inc-bitcoin-computer-is-much-more-than-a-mining-device/ |
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Plastic cards are often considered to be the next evolutionary step in the world of payments. More and more countries are moving away from cash transactions whenever possible, and it only seems to make sense for plastic cards to take their place. However, there are still a fair few drawbacks to plastic cards, and the PNC issue highlights what happens when cards are not working. http://bitcoinist.net/pnc-bank-plastic-card-issue-shows-world-needs-bitcoin/ |
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Developers and coders are important factors in the world of Bitcoin and digital currency. As our society slowly embraces the digital lifestyle, there will be a huge demand for people with some coding skills. But even those among us who have no idea where to begin, can find a helping hand. Applop allows just about anyone to make an application in a few minutes and get it launched within 12 hours. http://themerkle.com/news/applops-no-coding-knowledge-required-approach-benefit-bitcoin-companies/ |
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When Apple Pay was introduced to the world, there was a general buzz of excitement. Mobile payments have become somewhat of a trend lately, and Apple was one of the first electronics giants to make mobile solution available to its users, albeit in a limited fashion. That being said, various recent reports are indicating consumers are far less excited about Apple Pay compared to a few months ago. http://bitcoinist.net/apple-pay-statistics-far-promising-bitcoin-global-alternative/ |
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CoinJar is one of the few remaining Bitcoin exchange platforms in operation in Australia right now. Ever since county officials decided to make bitcoin subject to taxation, most of the exchanges have left the country in favor of less expensive alternatives. CoinJar, on the other hand, is not planning to go anywhere, as they have recently enabled bank account deposits using POLi. http://themerkle.com/news/coinjar-adds-poli-deposit-option-for-bitcoin-purchases/ |
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Creating the new “financial capital of the world” seems to be an uphill battle, but that isn’t keeping Luxembourg from giving it a shot. Most people can’t even point out this tiny nation on a map of Europe, but Luxembourg wants to be the European location of choice for global financial services. Who needs a financial capital when there is Bitcoin? http://themerkle.com/news/luxembourg-wants-to-become-top-european-financial-hub/ |
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The digital currency ecosystem is about so much more than just enabling financial services to underbanked regions. Voxelus is a project that looks to unify digital currency with virtual reality, an area that has gotten a lot of mainstream media attention in recent times. Even though the Voxelus crowdsale has been quite successful so far, the team decided to extend the presale by 15 days to accommodate Bitcoin industry events. http://bitcoinist.net/voxelus-crowdsale-extended-due-bitcoin-conference-appearances/ |
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