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Cryptocurrency Mining Virus Spreads Through Facebook

A virus that hijacks users devices and uses them to mine cryptocurrencies is spreading fast through Facebook. Cybersecurity experts are warning users to be cautious when clicking links to videos, even when sent from a friend. Computer virus researchers from Trend Micro are warning of a malicious ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2rhxFd7 via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Trend Micro, IoT Devices, and Cryptocurrency Mining

In the world of cybersecurity, IT security professionals and researchers continue to grapple with what might be termed the cryptocurrency mining crisis. Where once ransomware dominated the discussion, now illicit cryptocurrency mining malware (or cryptojacking) have become a top concern owing to ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2rihb4c via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

LBX: UK's Leading Cryptocurrency Exchange Adds Bitcoin Cash and Ethereum Classic

While the new cryptocurrency includes the history of the original Bitcoin's transactions up until the split, the two currencies are unrelated except for their shared history and name. LBX opened in November 2017 to offer over-the-counter (OTC) trades and is currently on-boarding retail customers to its app, ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2rhh9cb via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Unicef Australia Embraces In-Browser Cryptocurrency Mining to Fund Projects

In-browser cryptocurrency mining has obtained a very negative reputation over the past few weeks and months. This is mainly due to criminals exploiting this method as a way to generate revenue by stealing people's computing resources. Unicef Australia, on the other hand, wants to put this concept in a ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2HIpXmC via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Trustonic Secures PlayCoin Cryptocurrency for GameHub

PlayCoin is a blockchain-based cryptocurrency created by GameHub. It was formed to build a strong, transparent and profitable relationship between users, game creators, social influencers and advertisers. By using the Trustonic Application Protection (TAP) solution, the user's private key is protected ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2riLozg via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Iran to Issue State Cryptocurrency Following Bitcoin Ban

Iran's information and communications technology minister Mohammad Javad Azari-Jahromi says Iran is releasing a state-issued cryptocurrency that's now ready for trial. The currency was developed due to fears stemming from the risks U.S. President Trump's new sanctions pose to Iran's economy. from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2KuMykl via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

What Is FintruX Cryptocurrency?

In the current economic climate, most financial institutions prefer to loan out cash for cash. This basically means that banks will lend users the same amount of money as they possess in their savings accounts, using fiat assets as collateral. As a result, it becomes difficult for businesses with low liquidity to ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2jry1cx via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The US is approaching a defining moment for cryptocurrency innovation

Federal regulators are grappling with a simple question: should ether, the world's second-most valuable cryptocurrency , be regulated like a stock? Either way, the answer is liable to send shockwaves through the crypto community. Behind the scenes: The Wall Street Journal reports that “people familiar ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2HMkDKL via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Google Co-Founder's opinion about Bitcoin [BTC] and other cryptocurrency mining

The latest and fastest computing technology is used to mine or update the cryptocurrency's blockchain through a process called as the proof of work. Google is also trying out the uses of blockchain technology but he talked about the ban of the browser extension for mining and the advertisements for ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2rgDvv7 via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

IMF: Cryptocurrency Does Not Appear to Pose Risk to Financial Stability

The latest annual report of the International Monetary Fund has concluded that cryptocurrency does not pose a threat to global economic stability. Or at least not yet. Every year the IMF published a report detailing the economic state of the world. This year's is entitled “A Bumpy Ride Ahead” and features ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2HO3K2c via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Cryptocurrency-Targeting Malware Spreads via Facebook Messenger

A malicious Chrome extension discovered by Kaspersky Labs in August 2017 which targets cryptocurrency trading platforms has resurfaced with a spike in April 2018. The malware reportedly made attempts in a number of countries including Japan and South Korea. from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2w5qgCl via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Cryptocurrency Malware Education: FacexWorm

Cryptocurrency service providers have been a prime target for criminals for as long as most people can remember. Most recently, security researchers came across FacexWorm, which targets cryptocurrency trading platforms accessed through affected browsers. It is another worrisome development for ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2I7HJPA via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Major Investment Bank Predicts Cryptocurrency Market “Wipe Out”

GP Bullhound—an investment bank primarily focused on technology markets in Europe, Asia, and North America—boldly stated that the cryptocurrency market will be “wiped out” this year. Towards the conclusion in its report titled “Token Frenzy, The Fuel of The Blockchain,” the company finished its ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2w5qeud via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Stellar Lumen's XLM cryptocurrency is doing great lately, here's why

Stellar Lumen's XLM has been enjoying great success lately. XLM's blockchain makes money transfers efficient, quick, safe and reliable, so banks and financial institutions are jumping on the wagon, and creating demand and enthusiasts, investors, and traders are following suit. Currently valued at ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2JL3P7s via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Will Morgan Stanley Win the Cryptocurrency Trading Desk Race?

Wall Street firms and big banks are trying to enter the world of cryptocurrency trading. Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and others are exploring the idea of setting up a cryptocurrency trading desk at some point. It is difficult to estimate who will come to market first, although insiders claim Morgan Stanley ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2I7AvuW via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Cryptocurrency Prices Rebound on Investor Interest

The price of bitcoin gained more than 33 percent in April thanks to the end of tax-related selling and the increased interest in the digital currency market. According to data from CoinMarketCap, the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization traded at about $9,000 on Monday. Japan accounted for ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2JPiFdj via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

FTC Will Host a Free Cryptocurrency Workshop in June

Global interest in cryptocurrency has been on the rise for quite some time now. While it is evident that consumers and even financial institutions are quite keen on this new industry, it seems governments are taking notice as well. The US Federal Trade Commission, for example, will organize a full-blown ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2IaW3qu via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

'Buttcoin' Parody Site Claims Facebook Rejected Ad Over Anti-Crypto Rules

The owner of a cryptocurrency parody site claims Facebook rejected his advertising application, as part of the social network's crackdown against financial services. “Phil McCracken” — real name Steve Geiger — tried to place a $100 ad for his “Buttcoin” novelty product, only to be told that it infringes on ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2KxchID via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

SALT Lending offers liquidity for cryptocurrency holders

The company currently offers 36-month loans and (depending on the loan to value ratio) the company will loan up to 60 percent of the value of the cryptocurrency collateral, says Cohen. Interest rates on the loans range from 12-22 percent, Cohn says. SALT Lending is only lending against Ethereum and ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2FzjDI4 via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Bitcoin: London police make first cryptocurrency seizure from prolific hacker

U.S. Justice officials concluded that Cazes, a Canadian citizen, killed himself, possibly to avoid extradition to the United States. AlphaBay sold illegal drugs, weapons and stolen identities. There have also been an increasing number of large cryptocurrency thefts. Coincheck, a digital currency exchange ... from Google Alert - cryptocurrency https://ift.tt/2renPIG via IFTTT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J