alt coins
Alt coins are defined by what they're not; explore this rapidly growing crypto category comprised of Bitcoin alternatives.
Why Bittube could be the next Bitcoin
When Bitcoin first was born it was worth just under a cent. They were not even able to give away Bitcoin it first came out. But that was long time ago long before it hit 20,000 dollars per coin. And now more recently 8000 dollars per coin. Since then many other crypto coins have appeared. Some even came and went and are not longer earning for their investors.
By The Sinister Pen6 years ago in The Chain
Reasons Cryptocurrencies Are So Important
Digital currencies have created a buzz since the sudden rise of the Bitcoin price. They have, over time, become a new trend in the global money market due to their incredible benefits. Here are some of the aspects that tend to make cryptocurrencies so important.
By Robert Cordray6 years ago in The Chain
3 Reasons Why Facebook’s Libra is Different from Other Cryptocurrencies
Cryptocurrencies are thriving to gain confidence among the conventional circles that still prefer fiat over digital currencies. The news of Facebook launching its own virtual currency raised havoc in the world and initiated an unending debate started among the analysts, government authorities and Facebook representatives. There are people who support it and who are totally against it while many are still confused about the real face of facebook’s Libra.
By James Efron6 years ago in The Chain
A Basic Summary of Cryptocurrencies
Introduction Cryptocurrencies are a novel form of assets brought about by the introduction of blockchain technology and secure unalterable coding methods. They are "digital currencies used to generate money and enable transactions". They are meant to serve as a medium of exchange by mimicking or emulating the conventional characteristics of money, which is portable, durable, divisible, and fungible. Cryptocurrencies' popularity surged towards the end of 2017 on fast-rising prices across the cryptocurrency market, which has since declined to and has remained below levels at least 50% lower than the peak achieved between late-2017 and early-2018. The article below describes the basics of investing and the mechanics of cryptocurrencies.
By Robert Cordray6 years ago in The Chain
LBRY: Crypto's "middle finger" to YouTube
With all the recent kerfuffles going on at YouTube's headquarters... we all wonder what is next for this platform. Channels are now at the mercy of the mighty figurative "ban hammer" hovering oh so close to their squirming heads. Channel strikes flexing the arm that is deemed worthy to hold the proclaimed hammer.
By James Crawford6 years ago in The Chain
How to Earn Free Cryptocurrency
For a long time, I didn't hop on the opportunity to invest in digital currencies because I simply didn't understand it. Coincidentally, I recently received cryptocurrency called lumens or XLM for... doing nothing, really. All I did was download a secure Slack-esque app called Keybase, and one day I opened up my laptop to find that I had received money.
By Milcah Halili6 years ago in The Chain
10 Reasons Why People Hate Facebook's Libra
Through Mark Zuckerberg's senate hearings about Facebook's privacy policies and data practices, and the recent announcement about the creation and release of Libra (a cryptocurrency that will allow Facebook users to perform financial transactions online), many people have many questions.
By Hannah McSorley6 years ago in The Chain
Calibra: Facebook's Crypto Wallet
In June, following months of speculative rumors, Facebook officially announced the development of Calibra, a digital wallet slated for launch in 2020. Along with the announcement of Calibra, which will operate as a subsidiary of Facebook, the company also announced the development of Libra. Facebook describes this as “a new global currency powered by blockchain technology.” These announcements mark a huge development in the world of cryptocurrency, as Calibra could potentially function as the first digital wallet that can be accessed by potentially billions of people across the globe.
By Daniel Rocha6 years ago in The Chain
Bitcoin Isn't an Anonymous Currency
On its surface, Bitcoin is a coin that seemingly subverts traditional financial conglomerates and governments alike since anyone can open a wallet without identification. In reality, it is a pseudo-anonymous coin that leaves behind a public paper trail that anyone can see, and cannot be erased from the blockchain.
By Jonathan G6 years ago in The Chain
