Before Bitcoin, there was David Chaum. Risking life in jail, the “godfather of crypto” laid the foundation that would inspire the creation of the world’s number one cryptocurrency. (Via CointelegraphZN)
Chaum is clear in his belief that “the only effective way to maintain any level of privacy is to control the information with your own keys” and goes on to explain that continuous government leaks suggest that any information entrusted with others can become public at any time.Unlike the criticism leveled at the Cypherpunks he inspired, Chaum denies being an ideologue, saying his views are based on practicality, as people need to have a credible assurance of privacy.
“Did you know that every single banknote is traced from the teller desk to the ATM machine in China?” he notes. The Chinese government has introduced the digital yuan to get a panopticon-style view of every last payment.
Indonesia Berita Terbaru, Indonesia Berita utama
Similar News:Anda juga dapat membaca berita serupa dengan ini yang kami kumpulkan dari sumber berita lain.
Robert Kiyosaki Buying More Bitcoin — Warns SEC Regulations Will Crush Most Cryptocurrencies – Regulation Bitcoin NewsRich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki is buying more bitcoin. He warned that SEC regulations will 'crush' most cryptocurrencies. crypto $BTC
Baca lebih lajut »
Valkyrie Reveals Intention to Sponsor Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust as GBTC Discount to NAV Widens – Bitcoin NewsValkyrie, a Tennessee-based asset manager, has announced its intention to become the new sponsor of Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust (GBTC).
Baca lebih lajut »
China’s Digital Yuan Little Used, Former Central Bank Official Says – Finance Bitcoin NewsTrials of the digital yuan have produced disappointing results, according to а former head of research at the Chinese central bank.
Baca lebih lajut »
Mark Moss Predicts Regulatory Shakeup and End of Crypto Bull Runs, but Believes Bitcoin Will Endure – Bitcoin NewsMoss says that bitcoin will continue to see demand as it is 'solving a problem that has plagued humanity from Day One.'
Baca lebih lajut »
Challenging Year for Bitcoin Miners as Fewer BTC Mining Rigs Are Profitable at Current Prices – Bitcoin NewsAt $0.07 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), only 18 ASIC bitcoin mining rigs are able to turn a profit at current prices.
Baca lebih lajut »
Bitcoin Price to Consolidate or Retrace Even Further in 2023: AnalysisBitcoin whales have become net sellers recently, which Santiment believes is an indicator of more price drops.
Baca lebih lajut »