Cryptocurrency stories - Page 22
‘Digital money’ was ushered in with the 2008 invention and 2009 launch of Bitcoin. While still the most popular and nominally valuable of them all, there are thousands of cryptocurrencies available in the market today. Cryptocurrencies are created with encryption algorithms and are intended as a store of value or a means of exchange, and are generally (but not always) based on blockchain technology. Blockchain is a distributed ledger enforced by a network of independent computers.
Reserve Bank says 'not now' to the idea of official digital currency
Thu, 28th Jun 2018
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Reserve Bank says it won't issue a digital currency for now, but may do so in the future, as digital payments and cryptocurrencies grow in popularity.
The challenges of securing the Ethereum blockchain
Thu, 21st Jun 2018
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Over the past 18 months, blockchains & cryptocurrencies have emerged from technical obscurity to capture the attention of investors around the world.
NZ cryptocurrency retailer partners with NEM Foundation
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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NEM Foundation was set up to promote the NEM blockchain technology globally with its recently launched US$40 million development fund.
Interview: RSA Security decodes digital fraud and its effects on APAC
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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Digital fraud in APAC is rising as online threats evolve. RSA Security’s Richard Booth highlights key risks and strategies to stay protected.
NZ Bitcoin savings platform expands to include Ethereum
Mon, 14th May 2018
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The New Zealand Bitcoin savings platform that has helped close to 5,000 Kiwis save $7million worth of Bitcoin since 2014.
NZ crypto platform startup aiming to raise $1million
Mon, 14th May 2018
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The company will use the money to grow its New Zealand user base before setting its sights on international expansion to markets such as Singapore.
Introduction to blockchain: Why IoT and blockchain are a great match
Thu, 10th May 2018
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Blockchain and the Internet of Things (IoT) are a perfect match, as blockchain provides security and efficiency for IoT data.
Prevention better than cure, strategies to mitigate cybersecurity incidents
Mon, 7th May 2018
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With Bitcoin as payment, the ease of encryption technology and the open access to malware, everything has become simpler for malicious actors.
Cryptominers posing a new threat for enterprise IT infrastructures
Fri, 4th May 2018
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As well as viruses, trojans, worms and ransomware attacks, IT managers now have a new threat to worry about: cryptominers.
Once legit site found to be cryptomining, 6,000 machines infected
Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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Check Point researchers discovered a previously legitimate video software download site has moved into cryptomining, earning around US$700 a day.
Australia rolls out compliance laws for cryptocurrency & digital exchange service providers
Wed, 18th Apr 2018
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Digital currency exchanges in Austalia must now register with AUSTRAC, and comply with the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act.
No need for a browser - XMRig cryptomining malware enters top 10 most wanted malware list
Mon, 16th Apr 2018
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Cryptomining malware is shifting its focus from browsers to endpoints, with XMRig rising in popularity among cybercriminals.
What do cybercriminals spend their money on? Sex, drugs & toilet roll
Sat, 14th Apr 2018
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Cybercriminals in Bromium's report were earning up to £1.4m a year and had a number of fascinating spending habits.
Google to ban cryptocurrency mining extensions from Chrome
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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Google bans cryptomining extensions from the Chrome Web Store, citing misuse by developers which impacts user performance and increases power consumption.
Cryptocurrency investors reminded of tax obligations
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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The currency is usually encrypted using Blockchain technology that regulates the generation of new units and verifies fund transfers.
Updated: MailChimp prohibits cryptocurrency, ICO & blockchain email promotions
Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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Email marketing giant MailChimp is the latest large enterprise to initiate a crackdown on cryptocurrency and ICO-related promotions.
Under the spotlight: CERT NZ reveals last year’s most pervasive cyber threats
Thu, 29th Mar 2018
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New Zealanders from ‘all walks of life’ reported 1131 cybersecurity issues ranging from cryptocurrency scams to phishing in 2017.
Global cybercrime lord busted, but expert says just a drop in the ocean
Thu, 29th Mar 2018
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Cybereason's senior director says the arrest of the Carbanak gangleader will just look like a 'rounding error' for overall cybercrime profits.
Data centres beware: New report predicts imminent attacks
Mon, 26th Mar 2018
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Cryptomining is increasingly outdoing ransomware in popularity but cybercriminals are running out of CPU, painting data centres as prime targets.
DDoS attacks increasingly targeting cryptocurrency - what it means for Asia
Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
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In Singapore, the region’s cryptocurrency attacks led to lawmakers and parliament holding a discussion to implement cryptocurrency regulations.