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What is a Virtual Debit Card: Everything You Need to Know
Did you know that 2019 saw over 3,800 data breaches that compromised billions of records? This is an alarming number demonstrating that we’re in an era of data breaches and online security threats. This doesn’t prevent people from wanting to shop online. So you might be looking for a way to spend money over the…
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Bitcoin vs Bitcoin Cash: What’s the Difference?
Why is everyone so excited over Bitcoin Cash? The differences are surprisingly simple but can make or break your cryptocurrency experience. Bitcoin Cash actually originated from Bitcoin. It is considered a fork of Bitcoin. So, what does that mean exactly? If you are trying to learn the difference between Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash, you’ve come…
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How to Pay with Bitcoin
Once upon a time, checks and cash were the sole methods of payment. Then debit and credit cards were introduced, followed by electronic transfers, online payments, and smartphone payments. Today, our currency has gone completely digital with a virtual currency that can be used to buy and trade. The BitCoin, as it’s known, is earned…
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How to Buy Bitcoin Cash
Once the new kid on the block, Bitcoin Cash is a trend that’s here to stay for enthusiasts and hobbyists alike. You might have tried to buy Bitcoin Cash previously, either personally or online. Regardless, this article will cover exactly how to purchase Bitcoin Cash. What is Bitcoin Cash? However, before delving into how to…
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Use Crypto and Win a $10,000 Trip of a Lifetime with BlockCard and Travala.com!
Ternio and Travala.com have teamed up for a promotion like no other! To celebrate the upcoming launch of BlockCard in Europe, Ternio is giving away an exclusive $10,000 vacation in a very exotic location. Cryptocurrencies are changing the world and the market moves 24/7, but no one enjoys staring at a screen constantly watching prices. …
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Privacy and Scaling Upgrades Could Mean Significant Changes for Bitcoin
Earlier this year, reports emerged that there were some privacy and scaling upgrades underway for Bitcoin. At the moment, there are already 200 developers on board who are looking at the Bitcoin Improvement Proposals (BIPs) concerning Taproot and Schnorr. Because Bitcoin is a decentralized currency, there can be no changes made to it, unless a…
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Could ChainLink Be Going Down After a Successful Year?
ChainLink, a major player in the world of smart contracts has been making headlines in the crypto ecosystem for some time now. Mid this year, the crypto company was said to be moving higher. This came after the platform partnered with Google and Oracle. Asides from that major merger, ChainLink has been among the best…
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Cryptocurrency Taxation Laws in Europe and America
Ever since their inception in 2009, cryptocurrencies have been a major issue of concern for governments. Given that the digital currencies are decentralized, many sovereign governments don’t know what stand to take. Also, regulating the currencies and imposing taxes on them has proved to be a challenge. It is no surprise that America and Europe…
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Is China Still Against Cryptocurrencies?
China is a global leader on several issues, and the cryptocurrencies issue is one that has seen the republic become quite vocal. Many superpowers, the USA included, have expressed their concerns over the new technology. China, however, has been quite vocal to the point of banning cryptocurrencies in the country, which led to the collapse…
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Are Central Banks Rushing to Create Digital Currencies?
Back when digital currencies were still a foreign concept, the new technology faced a lot of hostility and skepticism. Central Banks from all around the world were the first to voice their disapproval at cryptocurrencies. Some, like the People’s Bank of China, went ahead to ban the digital currencies, leading to the digital exchange markets…