The loss in finality meant that blocks could have been tampered with, and while it isn’t supposed to affect end-user experiences, it did lead to some inconveniences for some applications.
When blocks are not being finalized, it is possible that pending transactions might be re-ordered or dropped from the network. Developers haven't determined the source of the hold-ups, but they are urging for calm amidst the concern and uncertainty.
Block's head of decentralized identity Daniel Buchner joins "All About Bitcoin" to discuss the company's efforts towards developing blockchain technology to verify identities online. Plus, Buchner shares his insights on mainstream adoption efforts.
FTX the cryptocurrency exchange that collapsed spectacularly in November is considering reopening at some point in the future as it navigates bankruptcy its attorneys from Sullivan Cromwell said in a court hearing on Wednesday Separately TBD the bitcoin focused subsidiary of Jack Dorsey’s Block SQ is teaming up with crypto exchange Yellow Card to enable [...]
Coinbase shares tumbled 16% Thursday after the company disclosed late Wednesday it had received a Wells Notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission.