In today’s edition of Bitcoin in Brief we cover the development of two upcoming crypto phones, the involvement of cryptocurrency in cyber spy games, and why the Binance CEO came out against Etherum-founder Vitalik Buterin. We also cover the latest case of cryptojacking, this time inside a popular video game client.
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Crypto Phones
New details about two upcoming blockchain phones have come out in recent days. HTC, the Taiwanese company which is developing Exodus, has announced it is partnering with Cryptokitties to incorporate the game in its mobile devices. “This is a significant first step in creating a platform and distribution channel for creatives who make unique digital goods,” the company stated. “Mobile is the most prevalent device in the history of humankind and for digital assets and dapps to reach their potential, mobile will need to be the main point of distribution. The partnership with Cryptokitties is the beginning of a non fungible, collectible marketplace and crypto gaming app store.”
Sirin Labs, which is designing the Finny in Israel, has revealed that the final design of the device contains a “Safe Screen”. The standalone screen that functions on dedicated firmware is meant to independently verify that wallet transactions are being sent to the correct addresses, allowing users to verify they’re not being tricked by malware or hackers. Zvika Landau, Co-CEO, said: “We’ve been working around-the-clock to provide our users with a multi-layer cyber protection suite to guard them against network attacks, host attacks, and malware fishing. The secured layers, combined with our revolutionary “Safe Screen” and the ultra-sleek design, enable us to offer our users comprehensive levels of cyber protection. This truly remarkable combination of protection, software, and the
