BlogHide Reblurtsdigitaljoseph in # blurtconnect • 2 yr. ago • 3 min readCauses And Remedies For Online Gaming CrimesThe online gaming market is growing rapidly with a whooping market value of more than $200 billion. This growth is attributed to many factors such as the free-to-play approach offered by most gaming companies on the basic gameplay ( while purchasing in-game assets helps players earn more ), the greater accessibility of online gaming when compared…digitaljoseph in # blurt • 2 yr. ago • 3 min readEnhancing Cybersecurity in Africa through an Identity-Centric ApproachAdopting an identity-driven strategy for cybersecurity allows countries and organizations, especially Financial organizations to preemptively address security threats, thus minimizing the impact of potential cyberattacks. Lots of cyberattacks are not traceable due to the lack of efficient identity-driven strategy during transactions. By…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readVerifiable CREDS For AuthenticityA few weeks ago, cheqd.io introduced their latest product named CREDS. CREDS are verifiable credentials, offering a secure, private, and reusable means to establish one's reputation and verify authenticity (distinguishing humans from AI). Unlike NFTs and SBTs, CREDS are both private and revocable, capable of being used across various platforms…digitaljoseph in # r2cornell • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readBeware Of the Worldcoin Trap: A Dystopian Eyeball OdysseyOpenAI founder, Sam Altman, has unleashed Worldcoin, a cryptocurrency token enticing people to surrender their biometric data by scanning their eyeballs with an Orb. But, beware! This project embodies the very dystopian nightmare that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies were designed to escape. Worldcoin's tokenomics reveal a concerning truth.…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 3 min readMemecoins! Are They Your Ticket to Riches or a Risky Gamble?In recent times, memecoins have taken the financial world by storm, capturing the attention of investors, influencers, and internet enthusiasts alike. These quirky and meme-inspired digital currencies have become the talk of the crypto world, promising massive gains in no time. But are memecoins truly the next big thing, or are they just another…digitaljoseph in # blurt • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readcheqd network and its Foundation delegation program for validatorsThe decentralized identity market has seen huge traction due to the use cases it offers. Cheqd, a public permissionless network built with Self-Sovereign identity (SSI) and blockchain technologies, has also made its mark in the identity market. They provide first-of-its-kind payment rails, decentralized identity, customizable commercial models…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 3 min readHow Has KYC Helped The Crypto WorldKnow your customer verification has been an approach used by most cryptocurrency exchanges to comply with regulatory requirements and to know the identity of their customers. When the idea of KYC was introduced, many cryptocurrency users were not comfortable with it. Some investors refused to pass through the verification because they wanted to…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 1 min readZERO-KNOWLEDGE CREDENTIALA Zero Knowledge Credential (ZKCreds), is a cryptographic protocol that allows one party (the prover) to prove to another party (the verifier) that they possess certain information or knowledge without revealing the actual information itself. The term "zero knowledge" refers to the fact that the verifier gains no additional knowledge other than…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 3 min readHandling Emotions In Trading To Achieve Maximum Return.Emotions play a significant role in trading decisions and can have a huge impact on trading outcomes. Some common emotions that affect traders include greed, fear, and impatience. These emotions often lead to irrational decision-making, which can result in losses. Here are some key aspects to consider: Greed Greed is a powerful emotion that…digitaljoseph in # blurt • 3 yr. ago • 1 min readXRP SCAM WILL SOON RISE, BE GUIDED.With the recent victory of XRP over SEC, it is expected that scammers will use the opportunity to initiate several scams. We will likely see scams like XRP victory giveaways, XRP discount sales, Boosted XRP Staking Platform, etc. Cryptocurrency investors are hereby warned against these possible upcoming Scams. To further stress this, the news…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 4 min readAnd Yet, it is still not a home for everyoneImage Source Looking at the current Social Media dominance battle between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, I find it difficult to understand why Some Social Media users are not seeing the main picture. Over the years, Social media has always aimed to reward owners for the traffic users generate. There is nothing for an "average" user. The few…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readIntroduction To Reusable KYCOver the years, we have experienced challenges verifying ourselves in various organizations. For example, we go through KYC verification in Bank A when opening an account, and we do a fresh KYC verification in Bank B when we want to open another account with them. We are subjected to a fresh KYC verification with each centralized exchange we…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readAre Privacy Coins Good Investments?Every volatile cryptocurrencies assets with use cases are good investments. Privacy coins would have been the perfect cryptocurrency asset because of their private nature. The fact that transaction details are only visible to the sender and receiver makes them ideal for those who want to enjoy privacy. With the current crackdown on major public…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readBlockchain Domain Names And Their Privacy ConcernsBlockchain Domain name projects were introduced to simplify the process of sending tokens by replacing long wallet addresses with user-friendly names. While this innovation has made transactions more convenient, it is important to address the privacy implications associated with domain names. Remember, outside the fight for decentralization…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 3 min readIt is going to be Stablecoins , Not BitcoinI agree with everyone that Bitcoin is digital gold and a store of value, but let's be honest, Bitcoin cannot compete with stablecoins when it comes to adoption as a payment method. It is not just about the volatility, nor because of its low scalability. The lightning network is already out to solve the scalability issue. My argument is coming…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readBitcoin Dominance rises up to 50%As regulators were cracking down on cryptocurrency exchanges and projects, it was, on the other hand, watering the land for Bitcoin. This is probably because people's eyes were opened to the fact that Bitcoin is the only cryptocurrency that regulators cannot attack. As such, those who cut their loss from all the coins labeled security opted for…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readHow To Protect Your Wallet From HackMost cryptocurrency users, especially DEFI users, have read stories of Wallet hacks. Some have experienced it themselves. Among several ways by which a wallet can be hacked, I want to bring to the notice of hivans, two common ways wallets are compromised. Failing To disconnect From Dapps and other Smart Contracts after Usage Most Defi…digitaljoseph in # blurttribe • 3 yr. ago • 4 min readSkills That Can Help You Make Money In Crypto WorldIf you are looking for ways to generate passive income for yourself outside trading cryptocurrency, then you need to have some of the in-demand skills. Different crypto projects need many skills to fill in the various positions needed to drive the project. Some of the skills that pay well in the crypto world include, Coding. If you are good…digitaljoseph in # blurt • 3 yr. ago • 2 min readSEC Fighting Crypto Wont Lead To CBDC adoptionIf there is anything to take away from the continuous lawsuit of the Security Exchange Commission (SEC) on Cryptocurrency projects and exchanges, it is the idea of a central bank digital currency ( CBDC ). CBDC was introduced to be a competitor for cryptocurrency but failed to get the expected outcome. It was rejected by most citizens and this…digitaljoseph in # blurt • 3 yr. ago • 3 min readCan We Do Without Centralized Exchanges?As the Cryptocurrency world continues to grow, crypto enthusiasts are simultaneously moving to platforms that give them anonymity. This is why we have seen a high inflow of decentralized exchanges compared to centralized exchanges. The fact that there is a Know Your Customer verification in centralized exchanges has also discouraged people from…