Coronavirus
Europe Debates COVID-19 Contact Tracing That Respects Privacy
European researchers are looking for ways to track the spread of coronavirus while respecting privacy rights.
Open Source PPE: Decentralizing Face Mask Production
Engineers in the Midwest are creating an open source method for manufacturing face masks. They hope to decentralize production to the local level.
US Treasury Approves Square as Coronavirus Stimulus Lender
Square, the bitcoin-friendly company behind Cash App, announced Monday it is participating in the U.S. government’s emergency Paycheck Protection Program.
Crypto Long & Short: DeFi and Traditional Finance Are Forming an Unlikely Friendship
Many believe DeFi is the future of finance, unleashing efficiencies and creating a more transparent framework. Others find the idea terrifying.
Post COVID-19, Companies Must Be Resilient, Not Just Efficient
Companies need better emergency planning. They can't always rely on government in a crisis, says our columnist.
COVID-19 ‘Immunity Passport’ Unites 60 Firms on Self-Sovereign ID Project
The COVID-19 Credentials Initiative (CCI) is working on a digital certificate to help stop the spread of the virus without compromising user privacy.
Coronavirus Has Erased 33% of Crypto Scammers' Revenue: Chainalysis
Research firm Chainalysis found that even though crypto scammers were seeing high numbers of transactions, this year's dramatic market tumble means their actual profit was a fraction of what it used to be.
Profit-Taking Keeps Bitcoin in Tight Range as Fed Reopens Spigot
Bitcoin and ether fell slightly Thursday as traditional markets climbed on additional stimulus measures by the U.S. Federal Reserve and Bank of England.
Bitcoin Garners New Users as Governments Flood World With Fiat
Thousands of new users are turning to bitcoin, according to Kraken and other exchanges, over fears that government stimulus will lead to inflation.
Galaxy Digital Warns Losses Could Continue as Coronavirus Hits Bottom Line
The crypto merchant bank just managed to keep its head above water in 2019, but says profits will likely suffer amid the effects of Covid-19.
