Monero
Crypto Privacy Protocol Monero Completes Major Upgrade
Monero, the popular privacy-focused cryptocurrency protocol, has completed a long-awaited major network upgrade. Justin Ehrenhofer, VP of Operations at Cake Wallet, the first open-source Monero wallet, discusses the upgrade and what this means for preserving privacy on the blockchain. Plus, the potential impact of the Tornado Cash U.S. ban on privacy coins.
BTC Slips Below $40K, Musk Confirms Twitter Acquisition
Dexterity Capital Managing Partner Michael Safai shares his bitcoin price outlook as it slips below $40,000 alongside the global equities markets. Plus, why Safai is optimistic about certain altcoins like Monero and Luna, and comments on Elon Musk reaching a deal with Twitter to purchase the platform for $44 billion.
Coinbase Reportedly in Talks to Acquire Turkish BtcTurk Exchange for $3.2B
Coinbase is reportedly in talks to acquire the Turkish BtcTurk exchange for $3.2 billion as part of its ongoing efforts to expand internationally. “The Hash” group discusses the role of cryptocurrency in Turkey as the national lira’s value declines, and Coinbase’s involvement with Monero.
The Rise of Illegal Crypto Mining Hijackers
As part of CoinDesk’s Mining Week content, Managing Editor for Tech Christie Harkin discusses the increasing prevalence of a cyberattack called "cryptojacking," which non-consensually uses the victim’s GPU to mine cryptocurrency, primarily Monero. Plus, a conversation on donating computer power to mine crypto for charitable causes.
Geopolitical Uncertainties Boosting Demand for Privacy Coins in 2022?
Privacy coins Monero XMR, Zcash ZEC and Secret SCRT all saw large price spikes, possibly gaining favor from certain users over other cryptocurrencies.
Canadian Court Orders Freeze of 'Freedom Convoy' Crypto Accounts
The Canadian "Freedom Convoy" saga continues as an Ontario court ordered the freezing of funds in over 120 crypto addresses tied to bitcoin, cardano, ethereum, litecoin and privacy coin monero. "The Hash" co-hosts examine Canada's "surprising totalitarian measures" and Kraken CEO Jesse Powell's reactions.
Monero: The Privacy Coin Explained
Justin Ehrenhofer, VP of Operations at Cake Wallet, an open-source, noncustodial crypto wallet for bitcoin, litecoin, and privacy coin monero, explains monero and zero-knowledge proofs, and their benefits to preserving privacy on the blockchain. “Monero is the easiest way to transact privately,” Ehrenhofer said.
Privacy Coin Monero in Focus
As part of CoinDesk's Privacy Week, Grid News Tech Reporter Benjamin Power shares insights into his latest report on privacy coin monero, which has come under fire for emerging as the alleged "crypto of choice" for cybercriminals. Plus, breaking down Monero's use cases and where it stands in the U.S. regulatory environment.
US Nuclear Engineer, Wife Charged With Sale of Naval Secrets for Crypto
Justin Ehrenhofer, monero community member, discusses the specifics of an alleged espionage case: A nuclear engineer employed by the U.S. Department of the Navy and his wife were accused of attempting to sell restricted data in exchange for the privacy-centric crypto monero.
Former Monero Maintainer 'Fluffypony' Arrested for Non-Crypto Crimes
Riccardo Spagni, aka "Fluffypony" and former maintainer of privacy coin monero, was arrested in Tennessee and extradited to South Africa to face fraud charges for crimes unrelated to crypto. Why are regulators clamping down on leaders in leaderless systems? "Cryptocurrencies are decentralized and don't really need these figureheads," host Naomi Brockwell said. "So if this is a means of controlling the narrative or controlling the currency, it's going to fail."
