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Elliptic Curve Cryptography

Quantum Formalism • 0 implied HN points • 29 Nov 23
🕹 Technology Cryptocurrency Cybersecurity Mobile Blockchain Internet of Things
  1. Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) is crucial for secure internet communications like TLS protocols, mobile security, blockchain, and cryptocurrencies.
  2. ECC is efficient and widely utilized in mobile devices for securing transactions and communications due to lower computational power requirements.
  3. ECC plays a significant role in various sectors like government communications, wireless security protocols, and cloud computing due to its high security and efficiency.

Smart Contracting’s Fine Print

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 04 Jan 19
🕹 Technology Blockchain Smart Contracts Economics Innovation Cryptocurrency
  1. Blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize smart contracts by using a distributed ledger with a 'Turing complete' virtual machine.
  2. Smart contract applications are currently limited, with a few examples being used as substitutes for escrow services or for generating controlled lists.
  3. Economic innovation is crucial for the success of smart contracts on the blockchain, as they need to incentivize human action effectively to ensure contract performance.

Can the blockchain make teams work?

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 13 Oct 18
🕹 Technology Blockchain Cryptocurrency Algorithms
  1. Al Roth, a prominent economist, is engaged with a blockchain startup focused on knowledge workers, which shows promise for trust establishment.
  2. Covee proposes using a blockchain algorithm to automate team coordination, solving the challenge of ensuring everyone contributes to a project.
  3. Covee's solution involves peer evaluations with stakes, aiming to maintain fairness and accountability among team members, but potential challenges may arise in more dynamic project environments.

The problem with Numerai’s Erasure protocol

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 05 Oct 18
🕹 Technology Blockchain Cryptocurrency Predictions Quality Staking
  1. Quality of predictions can be a challenge to assess before the fact, leading to market issues.
  2. Flooding the market with predictions can be avoided by having predictors earn reputations and stake their predictions.
  3. The mechanism of using staking and griefing in prediction markets may not effectively deter bad predictions and flooding, suggesting the need for alternative strategies.

Ballyhoo and sorcery

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 13 May 22
🕹 Technology Cryptocurrency Social media Virtual reality Apps Internet Trends
  1. Crypto market crashes can have significant impacts beyond just wealthy investors, affecting low- and middle-income individuals as well.
  2. New trends in various industries, like fitness, funeral services, and virtual reality moderation, continue to shape and disrupt different aspects of life.
  3. Online communities for investments like cryptocurrency can sometimes lead to negative consequences, especially for those looking for a way out of poverty.
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Not much seems to have happened

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 22
🕹 Technology Metaverse Social media Cryptocurrency Online Communities Virtual reality
  1. The concept of virtual embassies in the metaverse raises questions about their practicality and purpose.
  2. Virtual embassies like those in Second Life were more about generating publicity than providing actual diplomatic services.
  3. The idea of virtual embassies evolving to offer e-visas and utilize blockchain technology, while more practical, may still struggle to provide significant utility compared to traditional websites.

New (?) and hip (?)

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 10 Dec 21
🕹 Technology Web3 Cryptocurrency Internet Trends Social media Artificial Intelligence
  1. Web3 is a new internet concept aiming to decentralize control through cryptocurrency systems.
  2. Presearch is an example of a Web3 service offering users payments for data and computing power contributions.
  3. Web3 is gaining attention as the potential future of the web, with support from influential figures and tech lobbyists.

Straight-up insane

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 14 May 15
🕹 Technology Social media Internet Privacy Cryptocurrency Innovation
  1. The rise of Instagram's underground porn community using hashtags and privacy tactics is surprising.
  2. A small town in Spain, Jun, manages all town services via Twitter, presenting a unique method for communication and organization.
  3. A riveting account detailing the downfall of the Silk Road's mastermind makes for a compelling read.

Crypto for Activism — Amir Taaki and Micah White at DevCon5

Activist Futurism • 0 implied HN points • 17 Oct 19
🔮 Crypto Activism Cryptocurrency
  1. The discussion involved Amir Taaki and Micah White, co-creator of Occupy Wall Street, covering the potential of cryptocurrency for bringing about revolutions.
  2. They delved into the topic of utilizing crypto for activism and its impact on social movements.
  3. The conversation shed light on how cryptocurrency can serve as a tool for promoting change and challenging existing power structures.

Top 5 financial posts of the 6/2024 trading week

Global Markets Investor • 0 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
💰 Finance Investing Stocks Markets Economy Cryptocurrency
  1. S&P 500 closed above 5,000 points for the first time, with Bitcoin crossing $48,000 - watch out for US CPI and Retail Sales data
  2. China is facing economic challenges with falling prices, but its stock market is showing signs of recovery
  3. Nvidia stock has surged and surpassed the entire Chinese stock market's value - an unsustainable trend worth noting

Crypto-Casino or Crypto-World ?

Venture Prose • 0 implied HN points • 09 Dec 17
🔮 Crypto Cryptocurrency Blockchain Investing Technology Economy
  1. Bitcoin's main weaknesses include slow transaction processing and high energy consumption, hindering its scalability as a decentralized protocol.
  2. Bitcoin's volatility and lack of adoption for real-life transactions make it unstable and ineffective for broader economic use.
  3. For the crypto-world to mature, technology needs to scale efficiently, distribution models must allow growth without creating bubbles, and cryptocurrencies must gain real-world use cases for stability.

Do Not Research: Over-Hyphenated Platform Capitalism Futures

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 22
🕹 Technology AI Blockchain Cryptocurrency Virtual reality Digital Platforms
  1. Participants in a reading-group meeting created speculative scenarios based on the themes of Platform Capitalism.
  2. The scenarios included themes like post-capitalism, decentralized protection, and even an AI ending capitalism.
  3. The speculative scenarios portrayed a future where technology, AI, and social structures intertwine in complex and sometimes dystopian ways.

2/7/22 Tech Buzz China Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 08 Feb 22
🕹 Technology Regulations Economy Digital Platforms Artificial Intelligence Cryptocurrency
  1. Regulating Chinese digital platforms involves focusing on compliance, differentiating policies, and balancing interests and values.
  2. China's focus on the real economy over soft tech is evident in its technology encouragement and regulation.
  3. The e-CNY digital currency has both physical and software app versions with tiered levels based on registration requirements and transaction limits.

What $200 Million In Crypto Cash Means For Blackrock Neurotech

NEUROTECH FUTURES • 0 implied HN points • 27 May 24
💼 Business Cryptocurrency Investment Finance Technology Health
  1. Cryptocurrency company Tether invested $200 million in Blackrock Neurotech, making Tether the largest shareholder in the Brain Computer Interface (BCI) company.
  2. The investment will primarily fund the commercialization and roll-out of Blackrock Neurotech's technology, focusing on key areas like human capital for commercial operations, new commercial hires, and potential acquisitions.
  3. Blackrock Neurotech's history and product development show a strong foundation for future growth, with a diverse product roadmap, ongoing R&D, and potential strategic acquisitions in the neurotech space.

AI Fueling the Next Mining Stocks Rally?

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 23 May 24
💰 Finance Cryptocurrency Stocks Regulation Hardware Infrastructure
  1. Bitcoin mining stocks have shown varied performance after the halving, with some outperforming bitcoin's returns.
  2. The Price-to-Hash (P/H) ratio is a key metric for evaluating public bitcoin miner companies, indicating the estimated dollar value per TH/s investors pay.
  3. Companies like BTBT, IREN, and HUT8 have expanded into AI/HPC, lowering their enterprise values and potentially fueling a rally in their stocks.

Halving Pain May Be Inevitable After All

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 25 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Bitcoin Blockchain Cryptocurrency Mining
  1. Bitcoin's hashprice surged post-halving due to soaring transaction fees linked to the Rune protocol.
  2. Despite an initial surge, the average block fees have subsided, causing the hashprice to drop below pre-halving levels.
  3. Miner operators were able to profit substantially from the fee market volatility following the halving, with significant increases in collected fees.

Your Halving Cheatsheet: 2020 vs 2024

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 18 Apr 24
💰 Finance Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Mining Regulation Market Analysis
  1. Bitcoin's mining difficulty has increased significantly over the past four years, making mining 5.36 times harder with an average hashrate increase from 115 EH/s to 640 EH/s.
  2. The daily block subsidies in Bitcoin will halve from 900 BTC to 450 BTC after the upcoming halving, potentially leading to a rise in transaction fees as a percentage of block rewards.
  3. The reshuffle of Bitcoin mining pools over the years reflects a shift from China-based pools to North American ones, indicating a consolidation and institutionalization of mining activities.

BlackRock Loads Up On Bitcoin Mining Stocks

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
💰 Finance Investing Cryptocurrency Regulation Corporate News Hardware & Infrastructure
  1. BlackRock increased its holdings in Bitcoin mining stocks significantly, with total investments rising from $76 million to $775 million.
  2. There is a trend of equity dilution among mining companies, showing a shift in funding strategies to avoid over-leveraging.
  3. Other investment firms like Vanguard and Hansainvest have also been increasing their positions in mining stocks, with different approaches such as ETFs or direct ownership.

S19XPs May Not be Entirely Safe Post Halving

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
💰 Finance Cryptocurrency Markets Regulation Hardware Corporate
  1. Bitcoin's hashprice is expected to drop by roughly 50% immediately after halving, potentially impacting miners' profitability.
  2. Owners of S19XP bitcoin miners may face challenges post-halving if hashprice decreases below $40/PH/s.
  3. Bitcoin mining is designed to self-regulate, with less efficient operators possibly unplugging from the network in case of bearish hashprices.

Bitmain Expands Self-Mining While Raising Rig Prices

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
💰 Finance Cryptocurrency Mining Financial News Corporate News Regulation News
  1. Bitmain has increased the prices of its mining rigs but not as significantly as the rise in bitcoin's hashprice.
  2. CleanSpark's recent preorders of Bitmain's Antminer S21 reveal price changes and discounts over time.
  3. Bitmain has expanded its proprietary mining fleet in the U.S. while raising rig prices, showcasing strategic business moves.

Top miners spend $1.2B in pre-halving shopping spree

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 07 Dec 23
💰 Finance Cryptocurrency Investment Regulation Corporate News Financial News
  1. Top miners have collectively spent over $1.2 billion on bitcoin mining machines in preparation for the upcoming halving, with a significant portion of this expenditure happening in the past two months.
  2. Chinese miner manufacturers, particularly MicroBT and Bitmain, have been major beneficiaries of the $1.2 billion investment by public mining companies.
  3. There is a notable trend of public mining companies engaging in self-mining activities, such as hosting miners in profit-sharing agreements and purchasing significant numbers of specific miner models.

Bitcoin asset managers ramp up mining revenues

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 21 Aug 23
💼 Business Cryptocurrency Regulation Hardware Corporate Feature
  1. Bitcoin asset managers NYDIG and Galaxy Digital are increasing their mining revenues by ramping up production and infrastructure capacity.
  2. In the latest quarter, NYDIG and Galaxy Digital have reported significant increases in Bitcoin mining revenues.
  3. NYDIG plans to expand mining in South Carolina while Galaxy Digital achieved over 65% gross margin in Q2 from their mining and hosting business.

Miner Weekly: Marathon's energized, and NYDIG is taking over machines

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 05 Nov 22
🕹 Technology Cryptocurrency Mining Hardware & Infrastructure Regulation News Corporate News
  1. NYDIG is taking over collateralized mining machines from companies like Core Scientific, Iris Energy, and Stronghold Digital due to potential loan defaults.
  2. Marathon recently energized 32,000 ASIC miners, achieving record production in October, indicating a positive shift for the company.
  3. CleanSpark surpassed Riot in Realized Hashrate for October, despite Riot having a larger installed hashrate, showing notable growth and competition in the mining industry.

Miner Weekly: Pubcos’ Q3 Gross Margin Plunge

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 15 Oct 22
💰 Finance Cryptocurrency Mining Regulation Corporate News Hardware & Infrastructure
  1. The average gross margin for public mining companies has declined significantly in Q3, dropping from nearly 70% in Q1 to 26%.
  2. Rising energy costs are squeezing bitcoin mining's gross margin, causing challenges for both public and private mining firms.
  3. If key parameters like bitcoin prices, mining difficulty, and energy costs do not reverse, the industry may see increased consolidation and challenges in the upcoming quarters.

Miner Weekly: Realized Hashrate – a New Metric

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 10 Sep 22
🕹 Technology Cryptocurrency Hardware Finance Regulation Infrastructure
  1. Mining companies are optimizing their hashrate capacity instead of selling BTC holdings, showing a shift in strategy.
  2. The introduction of 'Realized Hashrate' as a new metric provides a better understanding of how much of a mining company's computing power is being utilized.
  3. In August, mining companies reduced liquidating their BTC holdings, with Iris Energy notably increasing production.

Weekly Mining Newsletter

Miner Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 10 Jul 22
💰 Finance Mining Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Infrastructure General
  1. Many mining companies sold a large amount of BTC in June but still hold significant amounts on their balance sheets.
  2. Bitcoin's mining difficulty has decreased slightly recently, allowing existing miners to potentially earn a larger share in the upcoming weeks.
  3. Important developments in the mining industry include companies like Core Scientific selling a substantial amount of Bitcoin, while some like Hut8 continue to hodl all mined BTC.

They’re burning morons.

The Jolly Contrarian • 0 implied HN points • 12 Mar 21
💰 Finance Market Trends Investing Cryptocurrency Behavioral Economics
  1. The market shows signs of being in a precarious situation, with unusual trends and behaviors reminiscent of past financial crises.
  2. Unconventional financial practices like tokenizing art and creating NFTs are gaining popularity, despite their questionable intrinsic value and ironic nature.
  3. Concepts like side letters in agreements and the use of cocktail napkins to seal deals highlight the complexities of legal and business negotiations, often blurring lines between formality and practicality.

Bitcoin vượt 20K USD

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 16 Dec 20
💰 Finance Cryptocurrency Investing Market Trends Technology Adoption Economic Analysis
  1. Bitcoin has surpassed $20,000 USD, with some notable differences in this surge compared to past increases.
  2. Institutional investors, like companies and hedge funds, are increasingly buying BTC, indicating growing acceptance of Bitcoin as an asset.
  3. Altcoins are not rising at the same pace as Bitcoin, with many ICOs being scams, suggesting caution in the cryptocurrency market.

Minds không mã hóa nội dung chat

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 09 Jul 18
🕹 Technology Privacy Security Cryptocurrency Open Source Social media
  1. Minds does not encrypt chat content, making sensitive information vulnerable to being viewed by the server.
  2. The lack of encryption in Minds chat means that server can access chat content without needing decryption keys.
  3. Minds' questionable actions in response to privacy concerns raise doubts about its transparency and user security.

USDV

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 01 Feb 18
💰 Finance Cryptocurrency Currency Regulation Banking Economy
  1. The concept of a state-backed digital currency like USDV could improve credibility and boost Vietnam's credit by attracting a large reserve of USD.
  2. USDV could streamline remittances by allowing direct conversion between USD and VND, bypassing intermediaries.
  3. Having a stable digital currency like USDV issued and controlled by the Vietnamese state could provide a reliable medium of exchange, ensuring steady value compared to volatile cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.

Công cụ giải mã WannaCry

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 18 May 17
🕹 Technology Security Software Operating Systems Cryptocurrency
  1. A simple idea was implemented to find decryption keys in memory, useful for recovering WannaCry-encrypted data without paying ransom.
  2. Decryption keys might still be accessible in memory on Windows XP machines infected with WannaCry that haven't been shut down since the infection occurred.
  3. If unable to recover decryption keys from memory, the alternative is to pay ransom in Bitcoin, negotiate with the attackers, or seek help to purchase Bitcoin for ransom payment.

Cảnh báo: OneCoin là một trò lừa đảo

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 09 May 17
💰 Finance Cryptocurrency Scam
  1. OneCoin is a fraudulent scheme involving multi-level marketing that has been banned in some countries like Germany, Italy, and India.
  2. It's important to be cautious of investment opportunities and conduct thorough research, especially in the realm of cryptocurrency.
  3. Being knowledgeable about a topic can empower individuals to recognize and alert others about potential scams, regardless of personal gain.

In the spotlight

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 31 Mar 17
🕹 Technology Security Cryptocurrency Conference
  1. The author presented at Real World Crypto 2017 in New York for the first time. Although feeling under the weather, the talk was successful and received positive feedback.
  2. Real World Crypto is recognized as a significant and useful crypto conference, attracting around 600 attendees. The author hopes to bring a similar event to Vietnam in the future.
  3. The author shared links to slides and source code related to the conference presentation, offering additional resources for interested readers.

Đánh nhau bằng toán

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 28 Dec 15
🕹 Technology Security Cryptocurrency Networking Software Privacy
  1. Juniper, RSA, and other companies were found to use the Dual EC algorithm which had a backdoor installed by the NSA, compromising security.
  2. Using closed-source security products without thorough scrutiny can lead to vulnerabilities in the system, highlighting the importance of investing in in-house expertise for secure solutions.
  3. Generating truly random numbers for encryption is a complex task, and backdoors in algorithms can pose serious security risks, emphasizing the need for caution in technology choices.

TetCon 2016 Last Call For Papers

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 05 Dec 15
🚌 Education Conference Bitcoin Training Cryptocurrency
  1. The deadline for submitting papers to TetCon 2016 is approaching, and the committee is providing feedback to the submissions.
  2. There are 13 submissions so far, with a mix of Vietnamese and foreign participants, but more sign-ups are needed to avoid cancelling the training program.
  3. Attendees have the chance to learn about Bitcoin, Windows kernel reversing, and crypto at a competitive price compared to other conferences.