Instead, we hear that crypto is the future. It is meant to be this liberating force, not controlled by a central bank or government. Decentralization is the mantra. Let's be brutally honest: how much of that is true? If so, you might think that you’re in the driver’s seat, but...
We know that the crypto market’s been flashing green recently—and you’ve heard the rumors! Bitcoin Cash (BCH), Algorand (ALGO) and Monero (XMR) are at the forefront. But before you dive in deep, let’s pump the brakes and consider what lies beyond those eye-popping headlines. Are these improvements really going to...
I think we’ve all read the headlines about the 100x returns on the next big crypto. Qubetics, Monero, Sonic – they're the names buzzing in the echo chambers, each touted as a solution to blockchain's biggest problems. Don’t rush to mortgage your home, but do stop and think. Before we...
The dream of decentralized finance (DeFi) in Southeast Asia is bold: financial inclusion for the unbanked, empowerment through accessible credit, and a rebellion against traditional, often exploitative, financial systems. There’s a snake in this digital paradise and it’s named transparency. Or, more accurately, the illusion of transparency. We were told...
The cryptocurrency industry is facing a growing disaster as blockchain’s built-in transparency becomes a key Achilles heel. Since 2011, hackers have drained more than $19 billion from blockchain networks. Much of this theft comes from hacking open ledgers. Easily overlooked, this transparency that was once touted as a security measure...
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) has emerged as a revolutionary force in the financial landscape, promising a more accessible, transparent, and efficient system. This burgeoning ecosystem faces a critical challenge: balancing its decentralized ethos with the growing need for privacy and regulatory compliance. Eleanor Brooks, a veteran blockchain researcher, explores the underlying...
The cryptocurrency landscape once presented itself as a decentralized, libertarian utopia. Today, it’s undermined by the pursuit of short-term profits and practices that have drifted dangerously far from the mission with which it started. Eleanor Brooks, a veteran blockchain researcher, said that we need a real paradigm shift. She advocates...
Crypto was meant to be different. Remember the promise? Equal access to information, equal opportunity to invest, equal terms for all companies. Somewhere along the way, that spirit got lost. It was drowned out by a tsunami of pre-mines, private sales and venture capital goosed speculation. The dream choked on...
Remember the early days of crypto? The near, dreamlike ideal of a financial system of the people, by the people, for the people. Decentralization The principle behind the project wasn’t a buzzword, it was the driving force. Yet somewhere down the line, the compass got off kilter. In its place,...
The entire cryptocurrency market is in an unprecedented crisis of trust. These fears are rooted in concerns about loss of control, potentially inequitable token distributions, and misalignment with the short-term profit motive. We find that nearly 40% of airdrop recipients immediately sell their tokens upon receipt. This short sighted sell-off...
Okay, I know what you're thinking. "$543 million liquidated? How can that possibly be good for anyone?" Trust me, I get it. Nobody likes seeing that much money evaporate. Every once in a while, it takes a controlled burn to remove all the deadwood and open up space for a...
Last week’s dramatic plunge in the cryptocurrency market saw more than $543 million in positions liquidated. More than enough to underscore the serious risks associated with crypto trading, this event marks the … It’s particularly treacherous when you throw in market volatility, margin trading, and psychological drivers such as fear...
$543 million. Gone. Poof. Gone into the tempestuous flotsam and jetsam of the crypto markets in less than 24 hours. Greed’s price tag to more than 122,000 traders, that was the price tag of greed — a painful lesson imparted with cold and lethal efficiency. Bitcoin recently reached Bermuda Triangle-like...
Picture this: Siti, a young mother from Jakarta, juggling two jobs and dreaming of a future where her kids can go to better schools. She just cannot stop hearing the chatter and buzz around crypto, around how average people are becoming crypto millionaires overnight. She happens to discover Qubetics, notices...
Qubetics has featured widely on the crypto news circuit of late…thanks to a jaw-dropping 950% pump. For those new to the cryptocurrency scene, understanding what Qubetics is, its potential, and its risks is crucial before considering any investment. BlockchainShock is committed to teaching neophytes the fundamental concepts of Qubetics. Here,...
A 950% surge in one hour? Qubetics certainly grabbed headlines, and understandably so. The appeal of get rich quick schemes often draws everyone in. Such frustration is particularly pronounced among those who are new to the crypto space. Before you full send it, let’s soberly stand back and examine the...
Snorter Bot (SNORT), a new crypto presale happening on the Telegram platform. With the presale coming to an end, it is garnering considerable buzz. The project has so far garnered $1.5 million in investor commitments, indicating high demand among investors. With under 24 hours to go, would-be investors are watching...
Genesis Qubetics, Arbitrum and Cardano are coming into prominence with crypto newcomers, each offering distinctive opportunities and features. Qubetics shot to an all-time high of $4.20 within the first hour of trading. This incredible jump represented a mind-boggling 950 percent gain from its starting value of only $0.40. Arbitrum is...