Blockchain

Block chain, is a growing list of records, called blocks, that are linked using cryptography.
Blockchain
PYMNTS Blockchain Series: Litecoin Is the ‘Silver’ to Bitcoin’s ‘Gold’
March 02, 2022

Throughout this series of articles, we’re looking at the top blockchains in cryptocurrency to help you make sense of the alphabet soup of so-called “altcoins” that exists beyond that of bitcoin’s BTC and Ethereum’s ETH. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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As eBay and Rakuten Focus on NFTs, eCommerce Takes Aim at Crypto Marketplaces
March 02, 2022

While teasing the possibility of eBay accepting bitcoin, eBay CEO Jamie Iannone this week pointed to the growth of non-fungible token (NFT) sales on the eCommerce site as the reason its on-again, off-again flirtation with cryptocurrency may be on again. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Blockchain Gaming Firm Animoca Blocks Russian Users
March 02, 2022

Blockchain gaming giant Animoca Brands is breaking ranks with most of its peers and blocking Russia from its platform in response to the invasion of Ukraine, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday (March 2). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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PayPal Won’t Protect NFT Sales in Excess of $10K
March 01, 2022

Buyers of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) using PayPal will no longer be protected for large sales, the California-based global FinTech announced. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

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Authentic Brands Wants to Offer Reebok NFTs, Crypto Payments
March 01, 2022

Reebok owner Authentic Brands plans to expand its clothing offerings and add NFT and cryptocurrency payments in an effort to bolster the sneaker company following its $2.5 billion purchase last year. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Regulatory Attention Turns to Bitcoin ATMs in Their US Stronghold
March 01, 2022

The growth of new bitcoin ATMs that let people buy and sell cryptocurrencies slowed in the first two months of the year, with just 1,817 installed, compared with 2,435 in the same period last year. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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From Movies to Fast Food, DAOs Are Bringing Decentralization to Investing
March 01, 2022

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EU Data Law Proposal Could Radically Change Blockchain Smart Contracts
February 28, 2022

A draft of the European Union Data Act would require a smart contract kill switch that could have a profound effect on the use, and even usefulness, of commercial blockchain technology. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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War in Ukraine Poses First Big Test for Bitcoin as a Haven in Times of...
February 25, 2022

It’s hard to argue that the case for bitcoin as a store of value that, like gold, provides a hedge against inflation has been badly battered in recent months. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...