Privacy

EY Open-Sources 'Nightfall' Code for Private Transactions on Ethereum
One of the world's largest consultancy firms has released a new set of protocols for enabling private transactions atop the ethereum blockchain.

Vitalik Proposes Mixer to Anonymize 'One-Off' Ethereum Transactions
Founder of ethereum Vitalik Buterin proposed Wednesday a "simple" design to enhance privacy features on the ethereum blockchain.

Digital Renminbi: A Fiat Coin to Make M0 Great Again
Anonymous, cryptocurrencies could become more important in an environment where government money is closely controlled, says Dovey Wan.

Nym Technologies Raises $2.5 Million to Anonymize Crypto Apps
This startup is betting tokens can help incentivize privacy infrastructure across the internet.

Tor Makes Launching Bitcoin Lightning Nodes Easier for Users, Casa Finds
Casa CTO Jameson Lopp explained how Tor leapfrogs some of the thorny networking hurdles that come with setting up a node.

Alibaba's Ant Financial Backs $10 Million Round for Blockchain Privacy Startup
Alibaba affiliate Ant Financial has participated in a $10 million funding round for blockchain privacy startup QEDIT and is using the firm's tech.

Pieter Wuille Unveils Two Proposals for Upcoming Bitcoin Privacy Soft Fork
Bitcoin developer Pieter Wuille unveiled two proposals today that offer new plans for bitcoin's possible next big upgrade.

Schnorr Upgrade Set for Inclusion in Next Bitcoin Cash Hard Fork
Bitcoin Cash's upcoming network upgrade will notably feature a new signature scheme dubbed Schnorr.

Bolt Labs Raises $1.5 Million Seed Round to Boost Lightning Privacy
With $1.5 million in seed funding secured, Bolt Labs wants to bring privacy features to the lightning network and other blockchain solutions.

Casa-Branded Case Brings Military Tech to Bitcoin Wallet Protection
Casa has just rolled out radio wave-screening "Faraday bags" as the ultimate cypherpunk accessory for bitcoin hardware wallets.

