New: ericgrisholmAll contenthive-129948hive-196917krsteemzzanhive-183959hive-180932hive-150122hive-185836photographyuncommonlablifehive-166405hive-183397hive-144064bitcoinkrsuccesshive-188619hive-139150hive-101145hive-180301hive-124908hive-103599hive-109690hive-120861TrendingNewHotLikerscrushthestreet (65)in cryptocurrency • 6 years agoBitcoin Lightning Network Nodes: Are They Profitable?While Bitcoin started out as an altruistic system, where those who ran it really didn’t expect to make any money off of it and just wanted to make a change, it has grown over the years. Once a small…crushthestreet (65)in cryptocurrency • 6 years agoBitcoin’s Lightning Network Shows Promising GrowthWhile Bitcoin’s Lightning Network was once just a theory — and one in which many people felt it would never come to fruition or be successful — it has shown great strength so far. Still a far cry…crushthestreet (65)in cryptocurrency • 6 years agoWhat Does Coinbase’s New Custodial Service Mean for Bitcoin?Ever since Coinbase announced its new custodial service , it’s brought about different views on what is going to happen to Bitcoin’s price. There’s a big misunderstanding (and a lack of actual…crushthestreet (65)in bitcoin • 6 years agoBitcoin’s Metrics to Look at Instead of PriceMany publications and individuals like to look at Bitcoin in the short-term, focusing more on its current price than anything else. But with something as innovative as this cryptocurrency, the focus…crushthestreet (65)in poloniex • 7 years agoPoloniex Crypto Exchange to Base Fees on USD VolumeIn the cryptocurrency realm, companies are in constant competition with one another. One of the biggest forms of competition has been within the crypto exchanges, with things like hacks and…crushthestreet (65)in cryptocurrency • 7 years agoAre Altcoins Worth Chasing for Crypto Newbies?All too often, people that are involved with cryptocurrencies tout the money they have made off altcoins, rather than Bitcoin itself. But in this very turbulent period, it begs the question of which…crushthestreet (65)in bitcoin • 7 years agoCryptocurrencies Vs. Credit Cards for PurchasesBitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are designed for wealth storage and transacting, creating a hybrid between gold and fiat. But when it comes to making purchases, they still fall a little short of…crushthestreet (65)in bitcoin • 7 years agoThe Relationship Between Bitcoin Volatility and Altcoin PricesAn event you’ve likely already seen is the trend of altcoins dropping across the board when Bitcoin goes on a huge uptrend or downtrend. Many have found this scary or confusing, as they’re all…crushthestreet (65)in bitcoincash • 7 years agoIs Bitcoin Cash Here to Stay?When Bitcoin Cash (BCH) was announced, a large part of the crypto community bashed it, saying it would never have any real value or use. Over time, however, it has proven that it is a real contender…crushthestreet (65)in cryptocurrency • 7 years agoCan Bitcoin Lose its Dominance?When looking at the market caps of popular cryptocurrencies, one of the things a lot of people like to focus on is Bitcoin’s status relative to the other coins. While it’s a great way to see which…crushthestreet (65)in bitcoin • 7 years agoThe Easy Way to Understand Bitcoin’s Private/Public KeysPublic and private keys in cryptocurrencies are arguably the most important things to understand when it comes to getting involved with blockchain tech, especially Bitcoin. This article is designed…crushthestreet (65)in mining • 7 years agoWhy Crypto Mining is Like the LotteryMany people have voiced confusion about how crypto mining works and how you can determine what you should be earning by doing it. There’s been this widespread misconception that it will make you…crushthestreet (65)in bitcoincash • 7 years agoCan Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash Coexist?With Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash being in a battle for dominance, a big question that has been asked is whether or not the two coins can coexist. They both come from the same branch (in that BCH was…crushthestreet (65)in lightningnetwork • 7 years agoWhy Bitcoin Needs the Lightning Network for MicrotransactionsMicrotransactions used to be a major selling point behind Bitcoin. The ability to send very small payments for an almost nonexistent fee was a huge breakthrough. And at one point, just a few years…crushthestreet (65)in blockchain • 7 years agoWhy Bitcoin-Based Blockchains Need Faster Difficulty RetargetingWith Bitcoin’s blockchain splits into BCH, BTG, and possibly S2X now on the horizon, we’re already seeing the potential damage being done across the existing ones by miners. Most miners are hunting…crushthestreet (65)in bitcoin • 7 years agoThe Harsh Truth Behind Bitcoin’s Transaction FeesIn the world of cryptocurrencies, transaction fees are one of the most talked about aspects. Being able to send funds from one place to another almost instantly and for a low cost has drawn in a…crushthestreet (65)in bitcoin • 7 years agoHow Bitcoin Has Traversed Worldwide Fiat BoundariesBitcoin has done something that no other currency has been able to do effectively: become easily used worldwide, with minimal fees for its usage. Whether you are in the U.K. or Canada, Australia, or…crushthestreet (65)in cryptocurrency • 7 years agoChina Starts Losing Control Over Crypto MarketsChina started out as one of the biggest influencers on the price of Bitcoin. Through pushing and pulling, they used to have a lot of control over whether it was going up or down. As time has gone…crushthestreet (65)in mining • 7 years agoA Guide to the Mining Cycle Between BTC and BCHIn a huge plot twist to the whole Bitcoin vs. Bitcoin Cash battle, miners have brought about a completely different angle to the debate: profitability. Ignoring everything else, the simple fact is…