Saturday, May 20, 2017

What is Bitcoin? Everything you need to know about the 'cryptocurrency' demanded by ransomware hackers

What is Bitcoin? Everything you need to know about the

The dramatic cyber attack on the NHS in May brought the health service to its knees as hackers demanded $300 in 'bitcoin' to unlock private patient files.

The attack crippled trusts across the UK, with authorities reporting their hospitals' computers being locked up until the ransom was paid.

But what is Bitcoin? Here we look at the 21st century currency that exists only in cyberspace.

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