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Martin D. Weiss, Ph.D. On
February 15, 201807:00 AM Eastern
When I asked you to share your thoughts on Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies on my blog, I should have known the debate would be so passionate.
On both sides, I’ve found your responses informed,...
By
Martin D. Weiss, Ph.D. On
February 14, 201807:00 AM Eastern
I have made a remarkable calculation:
A few years ago, one guy sold two Papa John’s pizzas for 10,000 Bitcoins. And right now, even after a big decline, those Bitcoins are worth about $88...
By
Juan M. Villaverde On
February 12, 201807:00 AM Eastern
Just this past Friday, we released some important ratings changes on major cryptocurrencies. If you’re a subscriber, check your inbox for the issue we sent you Friday afternoon. If not, you...
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Juan M. Villaverde On
February 9, 201807:00 AM Eastern
We just released some important ratings changes on major cryptocurrencies. If you’re a subscriber, check your inbox for the email we sent you an hour ago. If not, you can join here.
With the...
By
Martin D. Weiss, Ph.D. and
Juan M. Villaverde On
February 7, 201807:00 AM Eastern
Still think Bitcoin should get an “A” rating? Then be sure to read the blockbuster whitepaper we released this week, “The Bitcoin Rating Controversy: Why We Give It a C+.”
Or, just take one look...
By
Martin D. Weiss, Ph.D. and
Juan M. Villaverde On
February 5, 201807:00 AM Eastern
On January 24, 2018, the first Weiss Cryptocurrency Ratings were released. Bitcoin got a C+ (“fair”). And many in the crypto community fiercely denounced the grade as overly punishing. This paper...
By
Martin D. Weiss, Ph.D. and
Juan M. Villaverde On
February 2, 201807:00 AM Eastern
Wow! What a week! Even before we released our first Weiss Cryptocurrency Ratings last Wednesday, our website got hit by a massive cyberattack from Asia.
(See CNBC’s story about that here.)
...
By
Martin D. Weiss, Ph.D. and
Juan M. Villaverde On
January 31, 201807:00 AM Eastern
Last week, we caused global outrage with our C+ rating for Bitcoin. We were cursed, ridiculed and laughed at. One group even tried to mount a cyberattack against our Weiss Ratings website.
But...
By
Juan M. Villaverde On
January 25, 201807:00 AM Eastern
Hey all! I’m Juan Villaverde.
Today, I’m here to address criticisms regarding our ratings methodology.
First off, any and all feedback is welcome! I mean that.
We’re delighted with the...
By
The Weiss Ratings Team On
January 24, 201807:00 AM Eastern
Dear Friends,
Wow! What a day! After a cyberattack last night, we’re seeing a barrage of criticism on the Web, especially from disappointed Bitcoin and Ripple fans.
Understood! Many see...