May 4, 2019

JAPANESE FIRST CRYPTOCURRENCY LAUNCHED IN COLLABORATION WITH BaeXchage.com

TiedCo has announced the launch of Tied Coin which is a price stable cryptocurrency that is fully collateralized between Euro and Japanese Yen (JPY). This will be the first Japanese cryptocurrency backed up by fiat.

BeaXchange.com, a cryptocurrency trading platform are expected to work together with Tied Coin in a partnership having a mandate that enables Tied Coin to be the makers for the digital currencies that will be marketed on BeaXchange.

How does it work?

The need for a price stable coin has gradually risen in recent times. Though stable coins have existed for a while, investors are often pulled back due to the volatile nature of cryptocurrency and the higher risk involved. Tied Coin works with the buying of cryptocurrency on a digital platform to be purchased later on by fiat thereby increasing liquidity.

Two operational models of stablecoins exist

The first model is algorithmic, making use of algorithms to generate and market coins making the value of the coins artificial, same way central bank keeps the values of currencies at a certain price. The major problem with this model is the lack of back up which becomes an issue because this stablecoin though expected to be stable, can make the value of coin tumble and become worthless overnight due to market shift or algorithmic error. It is a problem because a stablecoin is supposed to have a stable value and not be so vulnerable to shifts in the market.

The second model for stablecoins is one with actual backups. The backups are stored by the companies issuing them and can be either in other fiat currencies or in properties with assured values.

Given the inherent backing of the coin, the stablecoin cannot tumble. This is because there is actual money behind it and stablecoins are issued. The operation is based on the interplay of demand and supply. This second category is where TiedCo is found.

Tied: A Fiat StableCoin

Tied Coin currently has two options: Tied2EUR and Tied2JPY.

Tied2EUR is a stablecoin backed up by reserves in Euros. For every T2EUR purchased, a Euro is deposited into a Tier-one financial institution. Tied2JPY, on the other hand, is backed up by reserves in Japanese Yen and for every Tied2JPYpurchased, a Japanese Yen is deposited into a bank account in a Tier-one financial institution.

It’s basically like saving fiat for every stablecoin purchased and locking it in a vault far away from you yet safe. TiedCo provides a cross-platform wallet functionality where The stablecoin can be exchanged for altcoins such as Litecoin, Bitcoin, Stellar and Ethereum. You can buy and sell T2EUR and T2JPY with a third party or using any cryptocurrency on the cryptocurrency trading platform of BeaXchange.com. Although a third party can be involved in transactions, there will always be an available option of making transactions directly with TiedCo. This takes away any situation where a TiedCoin holder is looking for a buyer or seller to be involved in a transaction. Due to the partnership between both parties, no fee is charged for any transaction involving TiedCoins, in all, it’s a win-win situation for any investor looking to buy and sell the TiedCoins.

Any Other Reasons I should Use this?

The waiting period for many transactions when exchanging fiat to crypto can be a huge issue. However, the conversion of any cryptocurrency with TiedCo happens instantly.

Also, considering the fees. A significant consideration for any investor who is taking part in the stock market and about to invest in cryptocurrency are the fees involved. Just like bank charges and most exchanges incur fees on any transaction either in buying or selling can incur loss instead of profit.

There are no charges involved in TiedCo due to the partnership between TiedCo and BeaXchange, no fees are charged. In other words, you can buy or sell Bitcoins, Ethereum or any major cryptocurrency using T2EUR or T2JPY without any fear of loss due to charges incurred. The same as well with no charges incurred when buying Tiedcoins using cryptocurrency.

Will stablecoins really work?

One of the major holdups of the cryptomarket for many, as already stated is its volatility. This volatility is not expected to end suddenly. Fiat-backed stablecoins give investors a relatively risk-free environment where they can leap in and out of the market at will.

Distinctively, the stablecoins market is growing and specialists predict they’ll help drive crypto adoption. While not all stablecoins might go in that direction. It is obvious at this point that they will be a huge part of the market because, among stablecoins, the fiat backed stablecoins are likely to succeed

Published at Sat, 04 May 2019 11:12:16 +0000

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Literally millions of people have joined the world of cryptocurrencies recently. For example, Coinbase, one of the biggest cryptocurrency exchanges, has added around 2 million new clients within two months. Blockchain.com, the major electronic wallet, found its client base increase by 1.8 million during the same time frame.

Most of these people are newbies, unacquainted with security issues and risks that surround complex but currently profitable cryptocurrency realm. This makes them easy targets for cybercriminals and thieves.

One popular crime which is conducted on cryptocurrency traders is the phone-porting attack. Crooks monitor social media in search of cryptocurrency discussions wherein people publish their emails and phone numbers for quick connection. After that, hackers use various social engineering techniques and posing as a victim, call the telephone provider and trick the customer support rep into transferring the telephone number to a phone they control. As soon as hackers take charge of the telephone number, they log in to the victim’s wallet or exchange account, reset the password and subsequently snatch all funds from the account.

A phone number is not the only security weak point. Hackers may get hold of your home PC too. Phishing attacks, Ponzi schemes, and ransomware are all widespread forms of cryptocurrency fraud and theft. Nothing teaches a person about security quicker than cybercriminals hacking his account and running off with $5,000 worth of Bitcoins. Once this happens, people tend to get really serious about their security.

So, what is the best method to safeguard your cryptocurrency assets from hacks? We must confess there is no ideal approach to the problem. In this digital age, hard drives, laptops, and phones are becoming the brand new bank vaults. Real-world experience and understanding of how to protect money from thieves are not sufficient for the virtual money.

How to Secure Your Crypto Wallet Like a Boss

The following tips can be used as a security guide for new cryptocurrency aficionados:

Securing your software wallet is similar to protecting any data on your computer. You have to be a little more paranoid while browsing the Internet, clicking on links and email attachments.
Mobile users may take advantage of Google authenticator with a single IP in its whitelist, which should be the VPN to access the online exchange.
It is important to select an exchange that is not only flexible and easy to use but also reputable and secure. Try to follow the news. If industry leaders disengage from a project it should be a worrying signal. Repeated technical problems and strange policies are additional points of concern. bitcoin withdrawal difficulties will always be a red flag also.
Do create backups. Kept in a secure place, a backup of your cryptocurrency wallet may save you from hardware failures and a lot of human slipups. It will also let you restore your wallet in case your PC or telephone gets stolen.
Encrypting the wallet or your hole device enables you to create a password for those attempting to take out any money.
Although passwords and encryption can protect from thieves, it is not able to put a stop to key-loggers or another malware. It is important to install and keep up-to-date leading antivirus and antimalware solutions. Many of them are free to use.
Prior to creating an account on any exchange, set up a new email box that you will be using for that specific exchange account.
Be sure to choose a very difficult and lengthy password, desirably a passphrase. Write it down on paper and store that piece of paper in a secret place.
Turn on two-factor-authorization not only for login but for any transaction procedures.
While on social media or forums, do not mention what cryptocurrency exchange or wallet you use.
Contact your phone carrier and order all possible levels of security they can offer. Add passcodes, secret questions, pins, etc. Additionally, enable the “do not port” option for any new SIM card.
Web exchanges and wallets all claim they treat security very seriously and implement all necessary protection technologies to prevent breaches and unauthorized transactions. Do not trust these words. Such companies are not banks; they often do not have the same level of security. And even banks get robbed often.
Do not store all Bitcoins in one wallet or exchange. Diversify your risks. It is extremely difficult to steal money from several wallets at once, particularly when you set different email accounts and passphrases for each of them.
Consider keeping big cryptocurrency sums in cold wallets off the Internet. The cold wallet is a technology of keeping Bitcoins offline on hard drives or even paper. Hackers will not be able to reach your funds. On the contrary, the hot wallet is linked to the Internet. It should be used for everyday transactions and is like a checking account, whereas cold wallet may represent your savings account.
Consider examining decentralized exchanges. The difference between decentralized and centralized exchanges is that decentralized exchange does not store your funds. Nobody can gain access to your money except you.
Tell your peers and especially close friends and relatives to embrace the same attitude and mindset. Ecosystems, where all participants treat security seriously, are less attractive to cybercriminals.

Try to always help beginners to buy and sell with security. This territory is new and we should assist people who are trying to find their way. Fortunately, you do not have to be a cryptography professional to make the first security steps which will save you from most of the problems.

Do you take any additional wallet security measures that are not on this list? Let us know in the comments below.

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