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Feb 20, 2022

The ever growing importance of self-custody.

In a world where money is power, the safety of your private keys is at utmost importance. The security of you cryptographically scrambled codes can be worth potentially millions of dollars. Your private keys are like the pin to your bank account and your SSN combined! …

Cryptocurrency

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The ever growing importance of self-custody.
The ever growing importance of self-custody.
Cryptocurrency

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Feb 17, 2022

Canadian crypto — implications for the ecosystem.

DISCLAIMER: This article is discussing an extremely politicized and sensationalized topic. I am not “pro” either side, this article was written purely through the lens of a cryptocurrency idealist. Since the “Freedom Convoy” protests started, the Canadian government has put Canada in a state of emergency. Not only does this…

Canada

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Canadian crypto — implications for the ecosystem.
Canadian crypto — implications for the ecosystem.
Canada

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Feb 16, 2022

Why most consensus models trend to centralization.

Cryptocurrency. Immutable, incorruptible, and decentralized money, these core fundamentals are what most, if not all cryptocurrency protocols promise. An alternative to the extremely corrupt fiat currencies. One problem with these cryptocurrencies is, the potential for centralization by monetary incentive for securing the network. …

Mining

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Why most consensus models trend to centralization.
Why most consensus models trend to centralization.
Mining

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Feb 15, 2022

The reality of mining pools.

News has just come out, concerning the fact that the mining pool “MineXMR”, on the Monero blockchain now holds over 50% of the hash-rate. This circumstance is extremely dangerous for the security and integrity of blockchains, especially privacy oriented ones like Monero. Now that we understand what the headlines mean…

Monero

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The reality of mining pools.
The reality of mining pools.
Monero

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Feb 14, 2022

The adoption of crypto.

It is mid Q1 of 2022. The crypto market has hit a bit of a slump, although bullish news has been pouring in day after day. Companies and CEOs are declaring that crypto will be accepted at their vendor. A few questions about this phenomenon arise: why is this bullish…

Cryptocurrency

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The adoption of crypto.
The adoption of crypto.
Cryptocurrency

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Feb 13, 2022

Regulation in crypto — the end of permissionless P2P electronic cash?

“Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System” is the title of the Bitcoin whitepaper published in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto. In this document he elaborates on the advantages of a cryptographically secure Peer-to-Peer network. …

Cryptocurrency

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Regulation in crypto — the end of permissionless P2P electronic cash?
Regulation in crypto — the end of permissionless P2P electronic cash?
Cryptocurrency

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Feb 12, 2022

CEXs vs. DEXs — pros and cons

Trading crypto is an integral part of the ecosystem, the ability to swap between currencies, or to cash out to fiat is extremely important. Exchanges are what make cryptos, currencies and what makes DeFi, finance. There are two main types of exchanges: CEXs or centralized exchanges and DEXs decentralized exchanges…

Cryptocurrency

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CEXs vs. DEXs — pros and cons
CEXs vs. DEXs — pros and cons
Cryptocurrency

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Feb 11, 2022

The future of decentralization— 3D printing

The issue of centralization has plagued us for decades over centuries. From kings to presidents, the governance of the people has always been under a central authority. Since the early late 1990s huge steps forward in tech, have been slowly giving power back to the people. …

3D Printing

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The future of decentralization— 3D printing
The future of decentralization— 3D printing
3D Printing

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Feb 10, 2022

Crypto janitors — the unsung heroes of the crypto-verse

Janitors, the unsung heroes of the modern world. The invisible people, doing the dirty work behind the scenes. Does an equivalent exist in the crypto ecosystem? Who are the people who built our thriving ecosystem, that do not get recognition for the blood, sweat, and tears they have shed to…

Crypto

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Crypto janitors — the unsung heroes of the crypto-verse
Crypto janitors — the unsung heroes of the crypto-verse
Crypto

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Feb 9, 2022

The search for Satoshi — a futile effort

In 2009 an anonymous user named Satoshi Nakamoto sent an E-Mail to a cryptography mailing list, sharing Bitcoin, its whitepaper and code. Thirteen years have passed, Bitcoin’s market cap is now 1 trillion USD, and the mysterious creator is still missing. Shrouded by an enigma of shadows and anonymity. Who…

Satoshi Nakamoto

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The search for Satoshi — a futile effort
The search for Satoshi — a futile effort
Satoshi Nakamoto

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