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First came Bitcoin, then came the blockchain; all about the myriad applications of blockchain technology and how decentralization is changing the world.

Where are NFTs Heading Towards?
China’s recent ban on privately mined cryptocurrency caused widespread panic in the crypto industry. After some investors rushed to sell crypto assets, we saw the market fall down a cliff. The bitcoin price decreased by almost 50% from the historic high set in April this year. The drive towards carbon neutrality and the volatility of cryptocurrency market have pressured regulatory bodies around the world to further regulate the crypto industry.
By Sarah Tsai5 years ago in The Chain
How Does CHAIR Create the New ‘Rarities’
On the evening of March 11th, Christie’s, the world-famous auction house successfully sold Beeple’s ‘Everydays: The First 5000 Days’ . This is the first digital artwork NFT ever offered by a major auction house. The artwork hammered for $69.34 million, blasting NFT art records and making Beeple the third most valuable living artist just after Jeff Koons and David Hockney.
By Sarah Tsai5 years ago in The Chain
How Did Dogecoin Come Into Exist
New York (CNN Business) -- Dogecoin is the hottest and quirkiest cryptocurrency on the planet. The total value of dogecoins in circulation now exceeds $50 billion - not bad for a digital currency that started out as a joke.
By S.K5 years ago in The Chain
Is It Good To Buy Dogecoin
Bitcoin is the largest cryptocurrency, but because of its limited supply, some believe it has yet to succeed as a digital store of value. The value of cryptocurrencies has less impact on the environment than Cardano's, which focuses on sustainability, economics and accessibility. Ethereum blockchain and the smart contracts it offers for Ethereum are popular, but there are several reasons to buy Ethereum instead of Dogecoin.
By S.K5 years ago in The Chain
Blockchain
What is the blockchain? The mind immediately jumps to an image of several blocks all chained together. This isn't far from the truth. Blockchain technology represents a massive advancement unlike anything we've ever seen before. It has revolutionised our world in the same way as the internet did. And now is the time to embrace it......
By Aiden von Ulf5 years ago in The Chain
Watchdogs Howl at Binance's Heels Around the World
Binance, one of the largest crypto exchanges globally by trade volume, is getting barked at by watchdogs from multiple nations.
By Alex Tucker5 years ago in The Chain
How to Earn Crypto For Free by Blogging on Publish0x
If you're looking for a way to earn crypto without spending any money, then blogging on Publish0x might be the perfect solution. Publish0x is similar to Medium or Vocal, except it pays both readers and writers in cryptocurrency rather than dollars. In this article, we'll talk about how to sign up for an account on Publish0x and how it works, so you can start earning cryptocurrency for free!
By Alex Tucker5 years ago in The Chain
How Does Crypto Mining Affect The Environment
Rig farms and server farms consume a lot of energy, and bitcoin mining operations tend to go after the cheapest electricity. In the United States, where seven percent of the world's bitcoin mining takes place, finding cheap electricity is complicated. Russia is a bitcoin mining center with the largest activity in Siberia, where cold temperatures help keep rigs and farms from overheating, and Iran, where electricity is heavily subsidized.
By S.K5 years ago in The Chain
Supply and Demand Issue in Crypto Jobs & A New Crypto Freelancer Platform
Today we’re going to be focusing on crypto jobs, which is one of the most relevant topics we’ve seen in the blockchain industry since there’s a massive supply and demand issue.
By defiboost Network5 years ago in The Chain
How is cryptocurrency secure?
The transaction fees of a cryptocurrency depend on the provision of network capacity, the time required by the currency holder and the speed of the transaction. In September 2018, the median transaction fee for ether was $0.017 and $5.7 for bitcoin, while the median transaction fee for ether was $0.55. Ether transaction fees differ in computing complexity, bandwidth used and storage requirements, while Bitcoin transaction fees also differ in transaction size and use of SegWit.
By S.K5 years ago in The Chain
Blockchain Technology Trends for Future
Blockchain technology represents a tectonic shift in evolution, although at a faster pace. It has been a decade since the introduction of this ever-changing, captivating technology. As we enter the new decade, consider the advancements these blocks and chains will experience in the coming years.
By Elena Smith5 years ago in The Chain
Coinbase Announces New App Store for Decentralized Apps
Have you heard of Coinbase? The popular cryptocurrency exchange announced its plans to launch an app store for decentralized apps (dApps) on June 29th, 2021. The announcement came in the form of a blog post by company CEO Brian Armstrong, who hopes many crypto developers will build innovative apps and get them listed on the upcoming platform.
By Alex Tucker5 years ago in The Chain