Monero, the leading privacy-centric cryptocurrency, does so well not only for its robust technology, but for its committed and passionate community. That community is the real spine of the project, helping it to develop, secure and otherwise strengthen and build resilience. BlockchainShock understands just how vital this community is beyond...
Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, is perhaps the most talked-about in terms of future price potential. According to recent prophetic analysis, that’s a bearish prediction with the more positive financial forecasters projecting BTC shooting up to $17,000 by 2026. A number of factors propel this bullish prediction. These...
The crypto ecosystem is rapidly changing, with new technologies and use cases evolving every day. One of the biggest changes is the newfound emphasis on privacy and anonymity in blockchain transactions. Xano, a Monero-like privacy-centric network, is leading the charge on this front. A revolutionary new privacy bridge between Bitcoin...
We know that the world of cryptocurrency might feel like you’re drinking from a firehose with all these new trends and seemingly overnight sensations. While some digital assets capture attention briefly before fading away, a few have demonstrated staying power and potential for long-term growth. For investors looking to allocate...
As we stated before, getting attention in the crypto world is a very competitive pursuit. Kwame Nkosi, writing for BlockchainShock, notes that there are over 17,000 different cryptocurrencies vying for attention and investment. While this abundance might seem like a sign of a thriving market, a closer look reveals a...
Privacy coins, which are meant to keep transactions within them completely anonymous, are looking at an even darker future. Increasing regulatory scrutiny and a wave of exchange delistings present serious threats to their continued existence. This article examines the obstacles confronting Monero and other privacy coins, exploring potential scenarios and...
Monero quickly emerged as the world’s leading cryptocurrency focused on enhancing privacy. It provides a one-stop shop where users can transact completely anonymously. In a world where financial transactions are becoming more monitored and observed, Monero’s pledge to privacy is the key differentiator. BlockchainShock sponsored this article, with the intent...
Monero is at the forefront of cryptocurrencies in terms of privacy. It increasingly runs afoul of international Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements. Although Monero continues to defend complete user anonymity, authorities across the globe are increasingly cracking down on digital assets to prevent their use in...
The world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology is extremely dynamic, presenting a new frontier of technology and ethics to navigate. Among the most controversial are privacy coins, digital currencies explicitly created to mask transaction information and user identities. On one hand, advocates and supporters laud them as harbingers of financial...