Neowin News Feed for: Bitcoins

Jaff ransomware demands $3,600 to decrypt your files

Justin Luna — Fri, 12 May 2017 15:32:01 +0000

A newly-discovered ransomware variant was seen using old techniques of victimizing users. However, it demands a steep amount to unlock files, exploiting the rapid rise of the value of Bitcoin today. Read more...

Disk-wiping malware now has ransomware component, demanding 222 bitcoins

Justin Luna — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 15:00:01 +0000

An infamous disk-wiping malware called KillDisk is now functioning as ransomware. It will demand a surprisingly steep amount of 222 bitcoins, or equal to almost $215,000 to unlock infected files. Read more...

24,518 confiscated Bitcoins in Australia will be auctioned off in June

Jack Wilkinson — Mon, 30 May 2016 23:00:01 +0000

24,518 Bitcoins that were confiscated by police in Australia will be auctioned off. The coins will be offered in blocks of 2,000, to prevent the market being affected negatively by the auction. Read more...

Microsoft will no longer accept using Bitcoin to pay for content in the Windows Store [Update]

Ian Ginos — Sun, 13 Mar 2016 23:08:01 +0000

An update on Microsoft's website suggests that Bitcoin will no longer be an option for users to purchase content on Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile. Microsoft has given no reason for the change. Read more...

Amazon begins pre-order for consumer Bitcoin mining computer

Timi Cantisano — Tue, 22 Sep 2015 06:34:01 +0000

It looks like Bitcoin mining will be coming to consumers this fall in the form of the '21 Bitcoin Computer'. The computer will retail for $399 and be available directly from Amazon. Read more...

Bitcoin vault with insurance opens in London

Mik McLean — Fri, 10 Jan 2014 22:10:11 +0000

Bitcoins and bitcoin wallets have always been a target for hackers, if a hacker manages to get in and steal your bitcoins there is not a lot that can be done....until now! Read more...

OS X Trojan infects Macs to make virtual currency, steal credentials

Owen Williams — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:09:32 +0000

A major threat was discovered today that creates Bitcoins on infected Mac computers, takes screenshots and steals usernames and passwords. It's not safe anymore, no matter what platform you run. Read more...

Australian TV network worker caught running Bitcoins server

John Callaham — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:57:00 +0000

An IT worker for one of Australia's TV networks has reportedly been caught installing a "Bitcoin miner" program on the company's servers. The Sydney Morning Herald reports that the unnamed worker used the powerful servers... Read more...