Privacy
Lightning Network Overhaul Could Strengthen Bitcoin Privacy – But Many 'Ifs' Remain
Bitcoin developers are exploring Point Timelock Contracts (PTLCs) to improve the privacy of payments on the Lightning Network.
'We Need 30 Different Words for Censorship,' Feat. Andreas M. Antonopoulos
The rallying cry of the totalitarian is "He farted first", but if both systems have produced similar outcomes, is there much of a difference? Today's wide-ranging discussion features Stephanie Murphy, Jonathan Mohan, Adam B. Levine and Andreas M. Antonopoulos
Enigma Blockchain Has a New Name and a Privacy Boost in the Works
The Enigma mainnet was rebranded the Secret Network after an on-chain proposal by the community unanimously passed on May 17.
'Decentralized ID at All Costs': Adviser Quits ID2020 Over Blockchain Fixation
ID2020 was moving too fast to adopt unproven technology, including distributed ledgers, for immunity passes, said prominent researcher Elizabeth Renieris.
Citizen App's New Contact Tracing Feature Raises Privacy Red Flags
The Citizen app, which normally fights crime, is now tracing coronavirus cases. Is your data safe with a powerful private company?
Ukraine Arrests Hacker Accused of Selling Personal Data, Crypto Wallet Info
Ukrainian police have arrested a hacker who allegedly sold 773 million email addresses, along with passwords, bank PIN codes and cryptocurrency wallets.
Developers of Ethereum Privacy Tool Tornado Cash Smash Their Keys
Developers of ether mixer Tornado Cash have destroyed their admin keys, turning the privacy tool into permissionless code.
None of Your Business: Why Our New Virtual Lives Need Crypto Privacy
Privacy is a ridiculously nuanced topic and even those that believe in its importance might not fully realize all the areas where it comes into play. Especially now, as people are stuck at home with only the internet to keep them connected and whole workforces start taking every aspect of their operation online, we must get privacy right. Join Electric Coin Company's Elena Sofia Giralt in this interactive exploration of privacy, how crypto can provide it and what legislation is working against it. Featuring Elena Sofia Giralt and Rachel Rose O'Leary
Blockchain Bites: FATF, Financial Inclusion and Banking Without Banks: A Look Ahead at Consensus, Day 3
Your guide to Consensus: Distributed, Day 3: FATF, DeFi and why Bitcoin is still king.
The Problem With Money Is 'Too Much Privacy,' Says Ex-US Treasury Secretary Summers
Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers said there may be “too much privacy” associated with government-issued cash, noting the prevalence of money laundering and its widespread use for storing and moving the proceeds from corruption.
