Blockchain Basics

Photo by Launchpresso on Unsplash Blockchain & Distributed Ledger Technology Blockchain is the technology which underpins cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH) and Ripple (XRP). Blockchain is also called a distributed ledger because it is not stored in a central location but across a network of computers across the world. Each block is record of a new transactions. When … Continue reading Blockchain Basics →

A Beginner’s Guide to Stablecoins

Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency by market cap, is famously volatile. Launched in 2011, it reached a feverish high of almost USD20,000 on 17 December 2017 before crashing to around USD11,000 some 4 days later. The lack of price stability plaguing both Bitcoin and altcoins is holding back cryptocurrencies from displacing fiat currency. Are stablecoins the solution to price … Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide to Stablecoins →

Neopets 3.0 — Crypto Kitties & Blockchain Cuties

If you grew up playing Neopets (which -gasp- is still operational!), you may want to check out it’s blockchain versions — Crypto Kitties and Blockchain Cuties. Both games allow players to collect and breed and sell virtual creatures (all using cryptocurrencies of course). At a Glance: Crypto Kitties vs Blockchain Cuties CryptoKitties CryptoKitties is a blockchain game … Continue reading Neopets 3.0 — Crypto Kitties & Blockchain Cuties →

At a Glance: Cryptoback apps Lolli, Pei & Fold Compared

Its that time of year with a string of deals and bargains for online shoppers — Singles Day (11.11), Black Friday (29 Nov 2019), Cyber Monday (2 Dec 2019), Travel Tuesday (3 Dec 2019), Double 12 (12.12), Christmas (25 Dec 2019), Boxing Day (26 Dec 2019). You’re probably familiar with cashback sites and apps like … Continue reading At a Glance: Cryptoback apps Lolli, Pei & Fold Compared →

At a Glance: Crypto Cards Wirex, Crypto.com and TenX Compared

Want to spend crypto in the real world? Check out three of the main crypto card issuers in Singapore — TenX, Crypto.com and Wirex. Here’re the key deets TABUL8TED ! Visit TABUL8TOR for the interactive version of the above table. TenX TenX is a Singapore-based blockchain company that makes cryptocurrencies spendable on-the-go. Crypto.com Crypto.com is a Hong … Continue reading At a Glance: Crypto Cards Wirex, Crypto.com and TenX Compared →

A Beginner’s guide to Cryptocurrency wallets

A cryptocurrency wallet is basically a software that enables you to track, send and receive coins through the blockchain like a bank account. It stores pairs of public keys and private keys. Your public key identifies your account on the network. It can be searched in the ledger. They work in a similar way to your email address. When someone … Continue reading A Beginner’s guide to Cryptocurrency wallets →