Bitcoin is entering a period of traditionally positive performance, according to the latest analysis from Cryptoquant and its researchers. However, for bitcoin to reach new highs, increasing demand will be crucial as current levels remain stagnant. ‘Demand Has a Lot of Room to Grow’ Cryptoquant‘s latest report highlights bitcoin’s strong historical performance during the fourth […]
Seattle Airport Hit by $6M Bitcoin Ransom Demand After Cyberattack
Hackers have targeted Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with a ransomware attack, demanding 100 bitcoins to buy the data back. Although the airport managed to fend off most of the damage, the attackers encrypted some data and posted stolen files on the dark web. Now, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is involved, and the airport refuses […]
Graph Network Data Demand Soars 84% in Q2
Data demand for The Graph Network surged 84% in Q2, driven by increased subgraphs and a free query plan. The Graph Network Mainnet and Arbitrum accounted for most queries. Edge & Node’s CEO Tegan Kline praised the successful upgrade of The Graph’s hosted service to the decentralized network. She noted that the increase in queries […]
Bitcoin Extortion Emails Demand Ransom, Show Google Maps of Victims’ Homes
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has alerted Minden, Nevada, residents to a scam involving threatening emails aimed at extorting money through bitcoin. The emails claim to possess personal details such as the victim’s home address, phone number, and internet browsing history. The scammer threatens to expose the victim’s browsing history unless a ransom is paid […]
Report: Central Bank Gold Demand Surges in July Amid Rising Prices
Central banks globally continued to bolster their gold reserves in July, despite an increase in gold prices, according to a report by Krishan Gopaul, senior analyst, EMEA at the World Gold Council. The report highlights a 206% increase in net gold purchases compared to the previous month, driven by several key players in the global […]