Which is Better: Bitcoin or Ethereum? Cryptocurrency prices are once again on their way up. And if you aren’t in on the action just yet, it may be a good time to jump in. But if you are unfamiliar with how cryptocurrency works, this may leave you wondering just what you should purchase, the more expensive Bitcoin or the cheaper Ethereum? When it comes to choosing whether to purchase Bitcoin or Ethereum there are many factors you should look at beyond just the price. These…
Amp Cryptocurrency: What is it and Should You Invest? These days, whenever a cryptocurrency begins to spike, it will tend to gain attention—no matter what the technology behind the project may be. But this is never a good way to handle your finances, by purchasing whatever is ‘in’ at the time. This is why you should take a deeper look at any cryptocurrency you plan to invest in, especially if it is one like Amp. Amp is a cryptocurrency technology that offers a form of…
What Does Bitcoin Have to do With the Olympics? Every two years, the entire world comes together for an event known as the Olympics. At this event, top athletes from all over the world compete to see who is the best of the best. Although they Olympics have been going on for over a century, it, like anything else in this world has become a player in the cryptocurrency world. Bitcoin is becoming a major technology all over the world, including in the Olympics, as it becomes…
What is a Consensus Method? Understanding the cryptocurrency world is no easy feat. Especially because cryptocurrency is built on a new type of technology that not many people understand known as a blockchain. Blockchains use something known as a consensus method to function. A consensus method is a program that is used in computers and blockchain technology for multiple machines to be able to come to an agreement. There are many different types of consensus methods…
Can a Professional Athlete Bet on Themselves? As betting on professional sports becomes more and more popular of a pastime, many newbies to the field are wondering if professional athletes are able to bet on themselves. Even if you aren’t new to the world of sports betting, some recent news stories may have you wondering the same thing. In general, athletes are not allowed to bet on themselves or any games that they play in. However, the laws on these sorts of things often…
Are Companies Currently Using Blockchain Technology? Blockchain technology is quickly overtaking the world and finding it’s place in society. Although you can’t pay for your coffee in Bitcoin just yet, there are actually several companies that are currently using blockchain technology to function whether you realize it or not. Many large companies are using blockchain for everything from database management, supply chain communication, and even when it comes to everyday…
Alt Coin Spotlight: What is Slimcoin? There are so many cryptocurrencies out there in the world that no matter how much you learn, there will always be new ones to learn about. Not to mention that some cryptocurrencies, although they may be great projects, are quickly overshadowed by players in the space. One of these often-forgotten cryptocurrencies is one known as Slimcoin. Slimcoin is famous for becoming the first eco-friendly coin in the cryptocurrency space. And even…
What Happened to QuadrigaCX? There are many lessons to be learned in the cryptocurrency world, and not all of them are good lessons, nor do they have good outcomes. Such as the case with one exchange called QuadrigaCX, which taught lots of investors a very expensive lesson. QuadrigaCX was a cryptocurrency marketplace that collapsed in 2019 leaving investors out millions of dollars. The situation was investigated by the Canadian government, but the outcome, for several…
Common Sports Betting Terms Explained The world of sports betting can be a fun and exciting place, as well as a great method to make some quick cash. But before you dive in and begin sports betting, it’s probably a good idea to know what all of the terms used in sports betting mean. Whether you are a novice sports bettor, or a long-time pro that just wants some clarification on what terms in the industry mean, keep reading to learn more about sports betting terms. What is…
All-New Alt Coin: The JRR Tolkien Token If you’ve been involved in the alt coin market for a while, then it’s highly likely that you’ve seen it all, from a coin based on a cute dog (dogecoin), to a cryptocurrency based on memes (memecoin). There’s even a cryptocurrency named after a favorite food, Sushiswap. Now it’s time for Lord of the Rings fans to hold their breaths as a JRR Tolkien token just entered the market. https://www.mintdice.com/blog/what-is-dogecoin…
The Best Ways to Increase Your Privacy Online With each day that passes by, and each new technology that is invented, it becomes more and more impossible to keep your life on this earth private. Even if you think your online experience is safe from the government, your messages are probably being read by a government employee right now as you read this. The truth is, the idea of privacy is quickly becoming more and more of a distant dream than a reality. But there are…
Esports August Updates: Dota T10 Postponement and More Many people around the world have been surprised and excited to watch as different esports have come to be major players in the sports world. But just like any other sports, esports were not left untouched by the COVID pandemic. This has caused a lot of delays, cancellations, and adjustments from everyone. But as August 2021 is in full swing, most of these things are no longer a problem, or are they?…
What is Maker (MKR)? And Should You Invest In It? In the cryptocurrency world, there are so many alt coins that it is simply impossible to invest in them all. This means you need to pick and choose your investments carefully. Especially when it comes to alt coins because many of them can actually be scams rather than legit investments. https://www.mintdice.com/blog/scam-coins-how-to-avoid-them MakerDAO is a cryptocurrency and smart contract platform that works alongside…
Swedish Government to Reimburse Bitcoin to Drug Dealer Bitcoin is a new technology, and just like with any other new technology that has hit the market over the course of the last few decades, there are always a few rough spots to iron out. And this time the rough spots being discussed aren’t about Bitcoin’s inability to be scaled, but rather about how governments should shape regulations to deal with the currency, especially in instances where crimes have been committed.…
How to Bet on Golf When people think of sports betting, the first thing that comes to mind is often betting on sports like football or soccer. But these aren’t the only sports out there that you can make money betting on. In fact, a very popular sport that many people bet on is actually golf. Betting on golf can be complicated if you don’t know what you are doing. So keep reading to find out more about how you can bet on golf and some tips to help you to be successful in…
The Largest Cryptocurrency Hack To Date: The Poly Network Hack In the cryptocurrency world, there have been several hacks over the years that have decimated users and exchange platforms alike. And in the decentralized world this is even more true because hackers frequently feel they can get away with coins more easily when there is less third-party oversight. And in August 2021, the Poly Network became the next platform to experience a hack, one that is being called the…
What is Ethereum Classic (ETC)? As the Ethereum platform is currently undergoing a complete transformation from proof of work to a proof of stake consensus mechanism, this has driven up the prices of ETH as many miners have been booted from the job and gas prices have decreased. This has left many investors wondering instead if they should turn towards the less expensive Ethereum Classic as an investment instead. https://www.mintdice.com/blog/what-is-a-consensus-method…
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