Cardano Daily Discussion - April 21, 2023

Hello everyone,

Welcome to the Cardano Daily Discussion!

The standard sub rules apply here (see sidebar), with the exception that price discussion is allowed in this thread, though we encourage you to try not to make this the focus and talk about the project itself. Please ask questions, help others and be civil - be sure to get involved in Project Catalyst too!

If you're new, please make sure you're read through the newbies guide and share it with others (use the ?newbies comment command to reference it).

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⚠️ Scam Warning ⚠️

Please read the Cybersecurity guidelines for Cardano Users.

There are ongoing giveaway scams on youtube and many scammers lurking in Cardano's social channels impersonating ambassadors/moderators/official staff contacting users via direct messages.

For example, searching 'cardano' on youtube and sorting by most recent upload date shows several giveaway scams running (all videos in screenshot are scams):

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Ongoing 'giveaway' scams on Youtube

The youtube scams are automated; use stolen footage usually of Charles Hoskinson and are restreamed so to appear to be 'live'; appear to have many watchers (which are bots); use bought hacked channels and are edited to appear like official channels.

See this post for more examples of what they look like

Do not be fooled!

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To be clear:

• ⚠️ There is no such thing as a Cardano giveaway
• ⚠️ Never share your seed phrase with ANYONE
• ⚠️ Never send ADA to someone promising to send you more ADA back
• ⚠️ You will never be contacted by ambassadors/moderators/staff

Please report scams on the Cardano Fraud Detection Bureau.

⚠️ Scam Warning ⚠️

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Midnight Subreddit

In anticipation of Input Output's new data protection blockchain 'Midnight', I've managed to acquire r/Midnight through some negotiation and repurpose it for the Cardano Community (the sub was created for a card game back in 2011 but was mostly unused).

I decided to do this as I thought the project will eventually need a home on reddit and best to setup now before any scammers do. Obviously there's not much to post about on there right now as it's early days as the project is yet to be released, but if you'd like to be kept up to date on the project please feel free to join the new subreddit if the project interests you and I'll be sure to post updates as and when they become available.

Right now the sub is mostly a carbon copy of r/cardano, I've copied most of the automod and rules over, so certain aspects may seem a little incongruent atm, but I'll tailor and tweak the sub as we go. Feel free to send me or post any input if you want stuff to change.

Cheers all

The Federal Reserves Internal Turmoil, Recent Economic Reports and How To Profit - The Case for NUGT, UGL, AGQ, and Crypto

Hey everybody, my name’s Christian.

Today I wanted to talk about some of the big news that's come out in the past few weeks. Specifically, the recent employment report on April 7th, the CPI data, the Release of the Federal Reserve meeting minutes from March 21 and 22nd on April 12, the earnings report from major US banks on 4/14, and how all of this may affect the Federal Reserve’s decision to raise interest levels at their next meeting on May 3rd. Finally, I want to discuss what we, as investors, can do to profit from this.

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Employment Report

On April 7th, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released its Employment Situation Summary for the past month, which generally contained good news, but also did create some doubts (1). The main points from the report were that in the past month, 236,000 new jobs were added, which is historically strong but represents the smallest monthly gain in the past two years. The most significant increase was in the sectors of restaurants, bars, and hospitals, with jobs being lost in construction, manufacturing, and retail. Unemployment dropped to 3.5%, while hourly wages increased 4.2% year over year, representing the most minor level of growth since mid-2021, when inflation was surging.

The results from this release indicate uncertainty in the state of the economy, which may impact the Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates at its May 3rd meeting. Regarding the total job numbers and unemployment, the steady hiring growth indicates that the job market and economy continue to grow as new employees are added. This increase in employment may suggest to the Federal Reserve that it’s necessary to raise interest rates to slow the economy and bring inflation down to its 2% target. Conversely, the slower wage gains indicate a slowing or stagnating economy as employers are less desperate to retain and gain employees. This metric may suggest that the Fed’s interest decisions are having the desired effect of slowing the market.

Overall, the report suggests a resilient labor market that is less desperate to hire and retain employees as indicated by wage stagnation but is still clearly growing, implying to the Fed that an interest increase is necessary. This is reflected in the CME Fed Watch Tool (2), which reflected a 49% chance the Fed would increase rates the day before the release on 4/6, but grew to a 72% chance of increased rates the following Monday, 4/10. Thus the Employment report suggests future rate hikes.

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Consumer Price Index

Another major release in the past week has the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Core CPI data posted on April 12th (3). The CPI tracks the changes in prices paid by consumers for goods and services, while the Core CPI aims to do the same but does not include the volatile price of food and fuel prices in its calculations and is consequently considered a more accurate measure of inflation. Before the release, it was expected that the CPI would show a 5.6% year over year, while the actual value was 5%, beating expectations and down from 6% in February and marking the slowest increase in CPI value since May 2021. The Core CPI was expected to be measured at 5.6%, a slight uptick from 5.5% in February and the first acceleration in Core CPI since September 2022.

Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine last year, the price of food and fuel, the key difference between the CPI and Core CPI, has increased dramatically. However, food and fuel prices have dropped in the past few weeks and months, as evidenced by the AAA gas price tracker (4). This drop in food and fuel prices explains why the CPI artificially fell below expectations while the Core CPI didn’t. Additionally, the report demonstrates a significant increase in inflation in air line fares, transportation services, as well as service costs, such as rent, hotel rooms, manicures, insurance, and child care. Thus, the fact that fuel and food prices dropped while other metrics increased further explains why the CPI fell month over month while the Core CPI increased month over month. These results demonstrate to the Federal Reserve that inflation has not been tamed and may suggest that further interest hikes may be necessary.

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Federal Reserve 3/21-22 Meeting Minutes

The Federal Reserve’s meeting minutes for the March 21st and 22nd meetings were also released on April 12th (5,6). The primary sentiment from the meeting was that the Federal Reserve sees a mild recession starting later this year, as likely, with an economic recovery over the subsequent two years. This was primarily due to the concern surrounding the banking sector, caused by the stress of banks increasing lending standards and tightening credit requirements, which may cause the economy to slow. In conjunction with the slow increase in CPI over the past few months, the Federal Reserve is concerned that a mild recession is highly likely.

However, there was disagreement among the member of the board on whether a rate hike increase is necessary or beneficial to the economy's long-term health.

John Williams, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, said the Fed had more work to do and suggested a 0.25 rate increase was a “reasonable starting place.” Austan Goolsbee, the president of the Feder Reserve Bank of Chicago, is concerned about the recent bank failures, suggesting we need to be cautious, and gather more data before raising interest rates too quickly. Additionally, Mary Daly, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Franciso, said that there are good reasons both to keep rates as they are but also to increase them. These quotes demonstrate great uncertainty in the Federal Reserve regarding its next steps.

Additionally, the Federal Reserve isn’t the only central bank with confusion about whether raising interest rates is the right course of action. The Reserve Bank of Australia decided to halt its rate increase at 3.6% after reports of falling inflation in Australia in early April. Conversely, New Zealand is still going full speed ahead with its interest rate hikes, raising rates by 0.5% on April 5th. This disagreement on whether or not to raise interest rates, both in the US and internationally, signals great uncertainty surrounding global and domestic financial and economic health.

Following the CPI and Fed Reserve Minutes reports on 4/12, there was not a massive effect on the stock market. Stocks and bonds showed little change following the release of the CPI, indicating investors found the results of the CPI to be in line with expectations and the current outlook. Additionally, the CME Fed watch tool lowered the probability of a Federal interest increase from 73% to 67%.

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Major Bank Earnings on 4/14

The last significant event I want to discuss today is the earnings reports from a few major US banks released on April 14th. Since before the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, banks have been tightening their lending practices, starting in January. Since January, economic conditions have only worsened, especially concerning the collapse of SVB and other banks, such that these earnings reports were highly anticipated and likely to affect the Fed’s decision regarding interest rates. Specifically, earnings may either create confidence or fear in investors and the Fed, who will adjust their investing strategies and monetary policies accordingly.

The major banks of JP Morgan Chase, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo were the primary focus of the 4/14 earnings, in which they beat expectations and consequently saw upticks in stock price. JP Morgan Chase was up 7.55%, Citigroup climbed 4.8%, and Wells Fargo traded sideways after rallying earlier in the day. Much of the increased earnings in these banks can be traced back to rising interest rates, as increased reserve rates lead to higher returns for banks through their loans, at the comparatively small cut to profitability by paying out depositor interest.

However, it was not all good news for banks regarding the inflow and outflow of their deposits and the implication for the Federal Reserve. JP Morgan Chase did see a 2% increase in total deposits in Q1, but they fell behind 2022 Q1 by 3%. This means that while they saw an increase in deposits, the growth rate is slowing. Following the earning report from the major banks, the CME Federal Reserve watch tool projected a 78% chance of increasing interest rates at the next meeting from 67% the day before earnings to 78% after earnings were released. Ultimately, while the banks reported good profits, the details of the release have not been positive signs for the Federal Reserve to keep rates where they are.

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Actionable Advice

***I am not a CFA, nor is this content aimed to be financial advice; it simply serves to provide my opinions on market conditions, opportunities, and strategies that interest me. You should do your own research before making any investment decisions.***

Taking the combined results of the employment report, the CPI and Core CPI report, the Federal Reserves Meeting Minutes, and the bank’s earning reports, what can you do with this information to potentially make money?

The major takeaway from these events is that there is a high degree of uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s decision to maintain or raise interest rates and the general health of the US economy. The jobs report with high employment numbers contradicts the low rate of wage increases. The CPI increased a smaller amount than expected, but the Core CPI suggests inflation is still very present and growing monthly. The Federal Reserve has internal disagreements on whether to increase or keep rates, as demonstrated by statements from bank presidents and is consistent with the indecision seen in other national central banks. This all culminates with large bank earnings that surpassed expectations, but are still concerning, resulting in a predicted 80% chance of increased interest rates.

In times of financial uncertainty, the type of assets that increase in price are the ones that represent a “safe” and “stable” store of value. The two major sectors in which I believe the current uncertainty benefits are precious metals and cryptocurrencies. Regarding precious metals, the stock tickers I suggest looking into are NUGT, UGL, and AGQ.

NUGT is a 2x leveraged ETF tracking the price of gold-producing companies. Over the past month, NUGT has increased by 20% and 100% in the past six months. As uncertainty continues and possibly grows, companies that produce gold, the standard for safe storage of wealth, will grow in value, resulting in increased stock prices.

UGL is a 2x leveraged ETF that tracks the price of gold itself. Over the past month, UGL has increased by around 2% and 45% in the past six months. For the same reasons as NUGT, UGL will likely continue to grow in price as uncertainty continues, especially if interest rates are raised at the next Federal Reserve meeting.

AGQ is a 2x leveraged ETF that tracks the price of silver. Over the past month, AGQ has increased by 26% and 75% in the past six months. Like gold, silver is a standard value storage and benefits from increased market uncertainty. Additionally, silver is a common component in electric products, especially electric cars, and solar panels. If you believe in the future of EVs and solar technology and that financial uncertainty will continue, AGQ may be a good option for you.

If gold and silver are the standard “boomer” choices for securing value and hedging against inflation, cryptocurrency is their Gen-Z relative. For the same reasons as gold and silver have and may continue to increase in price, cryptocurrency, as a decentralized hold of value, benefits from increased market uncertainty, with the price of Bitcoin and Ethereum clearly demonstrating its value to investors.

Bitcoin has increased in value by 22% in the past month and nearly 50% in the past six months.

Ethereum has increased by 11% in the past month and is up over 51% in the past six months.

All of these assets are posed to continue to increase in value if uncertainty in the market and with the Financial Reserve continues, and will significantly benefit from an increase in interest rates from the Fed, of which there is an 86% chance on the day of posting. Of course, buying leveraged ETFs, as I’ve highlighted, is risky and should only be done by investors who understand the risks associated with the asset and have done their own research. But while not financial advice, all these assets have opportunities to continue to rise in price due to the geopolitical and macroeconomic events at play.

That's all I have for today. I hope this was useful to you, and please let me know what you think about these ideas.

Thanks for reading!

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References

1. https://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htm
2. https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html
3. https://www.bls.gov/news.release/cpi.nr0.htm
4. https://gasprices.aaa.com/
5. https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/files/monetary20230322a1.pdf
6. https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/files/fomcminutes20230322.pdf

China’s Ether. What is Conflux and why Chinese authorities supporting it

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CFX

Our experts tell us how the infrastructure of Conflux project is set up. How developers manage to achieve partnerships with large technology companies, and what led to the growth of the CFX token

In April, major cryptocurrency exchange Binance and decentralized platform Uniswap announced support for a new blockchain, Conflux. Behind its development is a team with the open support of the Chinese government. And the project’s infrastructure is also being implemented in major technology companies. And the market capitalization of the Conflux native token is approaching the $1 billion mark.

Investments and Partnerships Investments and Partnerships Conflux Network

Conflux Network is registered in Singapore, but the investors and all of its key employees are from the Chinese tech elite or have roots in mainland China. Founded in 2018, the company has raised $40 million from investment funds including Sequoia China and Baidu Ventures. In late March, the DWF Labs fund made a $10 million purchase of CFX tokens directly from the company, which was also a strategic investment in the project.

Fang Long, an associate professor of computer science at the University of Toronto, is behind the development of Conflux. And Andrew Chi-Chih Yao, who is the only Chinese Turing Prize winner to hold the position of chief scientist for the project. At least 10 of the company’s development team graduated from Tsinghua University’s computer science program.

Conflux’s blockchain went live in 2020. And since then, more than 300 platforms, brands and companies have used it, according to the developers. In 2023, the company partnered with China Telecom, China’s second-largest telecom operator, to create the “first SIM card on blockchain. As well as the popular social network Xiaohongshu to introduce NFT technology. The social network has 200 million users and is considered the Chinese analogue of Instagram.

Conflux works on the Tree-graph consensus algorithm, a kind of hybrid between Proof-of-Work (PoW). At that, on which Bitcoin operates, and Proof-of-Stake (PoS), which Ethereum or Cardano use. According to the developers, the network can process up to 3 thousand transactions per second. At the same time maintaining a high level of security and reliability. The blockchain has two subnets – Core and eSpace. eSpace is used for decentralized finance (DeFi) applications. The Conflux blockchain already has a CNH stabelcoin tied to the CNY exchange rate. And another “stablecoin” pegged to the Hong Kong dollar is expected in the future.

Support for a Chinese state

The developers themselves call Conflux the only regulatory-compliant blockchain in China with an indigenous Chinese team. They emphasize that the project has never conducted any form of ICO banned in China. In 2021, the Shanghai government gave Conflux Network a grant of more than $5 million. The company later received approval from Hunan provincial officials. With whom it was able to reach an agreement to incorporate its infrastructure into the government’s document workflow. And an administrative data verification system.

In China, government approval often allows a company to gain access to lucrative contracts in the public sector. Building relationships in the country plays an important role in doing business. And such an official endorsement is a notable event whose implications for Conflux go beyond mere PR.

China dominates the global blockchain market with an 84 percent share, compared to the United Kingdom (11 percent) and the United States (14 percent). Conflux wrote this when announcing the partnership with Uniswap. This, they said, is evidence of a “thriving ecosystem that makes China a critical player in Web3 project development.” Regulatory barriers in the U.S. and EU are expected to boost the growth of the crypto industry in Asia. More than 80 companies plan to open offices in Hong Kong. Where the government’s loyal attitude toward the blockchain industry “creates a vital link to mainland China,” the publication said.

Our experts note when the developers announced their partnership with Uniswap. Then they stressed that projects operating in currencies other than the U.S. dollar will benefit from it in a noticeable way. /

What do you think about Bitcoin Games Day?

I heard that ZEBEDEE in partnership with Guilds is set to host Bitcoin Games Day, a gaming event with hundreds of USD worth of Bitcoin prizes.

This event will be held in two days, on April 22, with gamers around the world competing. It seems pretty fun, would any of you participate?

Not so long ago I started playing these games, MagicCraft mostly but I never competed in some tournament or event like this one.

Do you have some experience with these events?

The event will include boosted rewards intended to invite the next slew of gamers into the rewarded gaming universe, the press release states.

I heard that people can register on the Hellfire Arena app to secure their welcome bonus of 1,000 sats and start practicing in daily tournaments leading up to Bitcoin Games Day.

The Best IPTV Service Provider 2023 || The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best IPTV Service Provider, 10 Essential Features to Look for in a Top-Quality IPTV Service Provider, with 10 Best IPTV Service Provider

IPTV stands for Internet Protocol Television. It is a new cost-effective technology that replaces traditional cable and satellite services for many families worldwide. Using IPTV, you can save hundreds of dollars each year and watch thousands of movies, web series, and shows.

Following is a handpicked list of Top IPTV sites with their popular features and website links. The list contains both open source (free) and commercial (paid) software.

Legal Disclaimer: This article is purely educational. Guru99 doesn’t own, host, operate, resell, or distribute any video streaming site/apps, addons, IPTV, or services. The page contains some unverified services, and we are not certain whether they hold legal licenses to distribute the content. Guru99 does not verify the legality of each app/service in all regions. Do your due-diligence if you use any of the unverified apps/services, and stream only content that is available in the public domain. The end-user shall be solely responsible for the media access.

1. IPTVGEAR – Best for Watching multiple programs on one screen.

IPTVGEAR is the best international service with around 21,000+ live TV channels and has 60,000+ VODs having fast servers and anti-freezing technology for uninterrupted streaming.

Features:

• Comes with more than 21,000 Live international and local TV channels.
• A huge library of Video-on-Demands that updates every week.
• Anti-freezing technology and fast servers for uninterrupted streaming.
• Offers PPV content completely free with every plan.
• It is packed with hundreds of Sports channels from all over the world like the NFL, MLB etc.
• Very good and friendly customer support assists you 24/7.
• It supports IPTV Smarters, Smart GSE, TiviMate, LazyIPTV, Kodi and many other apps.

👍 Pros👎 ConsOffers over 19 thousand live TV channels worldwide.Offers very few payment methodsProvides more than 50 thousand VOD, EPG, Movies, and TV showsThe standard plan comes with one connection.Comes with a large number of stable servers.Supports files like M3U, Enigma, and MAGIt comes with 24 hours customer care support.

Key Specs:

Pricing Plans: Three pricing plans 1) $2.99/ 36 hours trial 2) $14.99/Month3) $44.99/Month
VPN Friendly: Yes
Number of Channels: 21000
Geolocations: USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Caribbean Islands, Germany, Italy, UAE, All Countries..
IPTV location locked: Yes
Payment options for subscription: Credit Card, Payoneer, Paypal, TransferWise.
Supported Devices: Amazon Firestick, IPTV Box, Smart TV, IOS and Android Devices, Android TV, and Tablet, iOS, PC, Windows, Macbook, etc.
Free Trial: No – But 36 hours paid trial.

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2) IPTVGREAT

IPTVGREAT is one of the best IPTV services providers that offer 5 Simultaneous login with one subscription.

You can avail free Trial and purchase plans within the app and enjoy contactless seamless streaming experience.

Features:

• Offers latest VOD movies and shows with all kinds of Sports and Game channels including USA locals and entertainment
• Simultaneous viewing upto 5 devices
• Offer 24/6 customer support is good and is friendly.
• MAG, EPG, and Enigma are supported by this service.
• IP Location Locked: No
• VPN Friendly: Yes
• Payment options for subscription: Major debit card and credit card
• Supported Devices: Amazon FireTV Sticks, Android TV Box, Android Mobile and Tablet, Nvidia Shield TV, Google TV, Formuler Z

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3) IPTVRESALE

IPTVRESALE is a next generation IPTV service with 4500+ Live TV, 30,000 movies and 3000+ Video on demand. All updated daily.

Features:

• Most reliable IPTV services available for News, Locals, Sports & VOD with working EPG.
• Worldwide service: USA, CANADA, UK, Caribbean Islands, South America, Africa, South Indian, French, Arabs and more … IPTVRESALE
• 24/7 Customer Service, Professional and Friendly
• IP Location Locked: No.
• VPN Friendly: Yes.
• Payment options for subscription: Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover.
• Supported Devices: Amazon FireTV Sticks, Android TV, Google TV, Android TV Box, Android Mobile and Tablet, Nvidia Shield TV and PC

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4) IceFlash OTT

IceFlash OTT is a leading provider of high-quality IPTV services. They offer more than 18,000 channels and 65000+ Videos on demand, including movies and TV series. IceFlash OTT has US, UK, and other PPV sections with F1, Horse Racing, MotoGP, NBA, NFL, UFC, and international events up to 4k and 8k quality streaming.

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Features:

• Streaming Quality Up to 8k available
• Separate Categories for sports and events
• Works with or without a VPN
• Multiple connections Plan
• Not IP Bound
• EPG Available
• 2-7 Days Promised Refund
• 24/7 Customer Services

Visit IceFlash OTT >>

5) IPTVbuilders

16k+ live channels, 60k+ movies, and 10k+ series with HD, FHD, and UHD available. Updated and their strong server offers buffer-less streaming. Three to four connections are available with one username.

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Features:

• All Device Compatibility
• Works worldwide
• Affordable price
• Up to 4 Connections are Available
• Updated server with latest movies, series, and sports events
• Easy Refund

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6) Tribe IPTV – Best for Provides about 20 packages of VOD

Tribe IPTV is one of the best IPTV services that provide installation services on streaming devices to watch live TV. It enables you to add or remove your favorite channels.

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Features:

• Provide more than 7,300 live channels
• Offers VOD options for movies and TV series
• PPV and major sports packages
• Major News and International Channels
• Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
• Provides customer support through live chat and email

👍 Pros👎 ConsIt is compatible with popular IPTV PlayersThe standard plan only comes with one ConnectionOffers Electronic Program Guide (EPG)Provides about 20 packages of VOD.You can contact Online and Skype

Key Specs:

Pricing Plans: 1) $2-Per Connection per channel 2) $45-Resller account- pe year 3) $70- a personal account.
VPN Friendly: Yes
Number of Channels: 20 packages of VOD
Geolocations: Global
IPTV location locked: No
Payment options for subscription: Accepts PayPal and Credit/Debit
Supported Devices: Installed on any Android-powered device, Amazon Firestick, Fire T.V., etc.
Free Trial: Yes

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7) IPTV Trends – Best for Quality Viewing without suffering buffering issues

IPTV Trends is an online subscription-based service that provides live TV channels that can be streamed online. This online streaming platform offers quality channels so you can stream them without facing buffering. You will be able to enjoy 19000+ live TV channels and around 47000 to 60000 VODs.

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Features:

• You can watch your favorite shows and channels on Any Device, From Any Location.
• Provide a completely free installation guide from beginning to the end
• Share processes and data secure a need to know the basis
• Offers Premium Channels From the U.K., USA, Canada, & Other Countries

👍 Pros👎 ConsIt enables you to watch your favorite Shows and Channels on Any Device, From Any LocationDoesn’t offer more than 2 screen packages.The server uptime is 99.99% providing no buffering at all.A limited number of payment methods are available.They are offering Enigma, M.A.G., and M3U files.

Key Specs:

Pricing Plans: Plan starts at $18.99 for a month. Discount on 3 months and 6 months and Yearly Payment
VPN Friendly: Yes
Number of Channels: 19000 + TV Channels
Geolocations: UK, US, Canada, & Other Countries
IPTV location locked: No
Payment options for subscription: Credit Card
Supported Devices: Android, Windows, Amazon Fire TV, etc.
Free Trial: 1-Day

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8) Necro – Best for Providing flexible pricing plans according to your interest

Necro is one of the best IPTV providers that allows you to watch your favorite movies and TV shows on multiple devices without paying any additional subscription fees. It also offers specific packages and premium plans for additional features.

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Features:

• Necro is one of the best IPTV providers that has a great lineup of English TV channels.
• It is one of the best IPTV subscriptions that provide support via tickets and community forums.
• Good customer reviews
• Compatible with popular IPTV Players
• This IPTV Android player Offers Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
• The standard plan comes with 2 connections

👍 Pros👎 ConsIt offers huge library of T.V. channels and movies.Does not have any refund policyIt provides full support for Smart TV.This IPTV service is available on every device you own, and it even works on your phone.

Key Specs:

Pricing Plans: Plan starts at $11.99 per month. Discount on Half Yearly and Yearly Payment.
VPN Friendly: Yes
Number of Channels: 2000+ live sports, news, movies, and kids’ channels.
Geolocations: Worldwide
IPTV location locked: No
Payment options for subscription: PayPal, Bitcoin, and Credit/Debit
Supported Devices: Android, iOS, and FireStick
Free Trial: 72-hours free trial

Visit Necro >>

9) Comstar – Best for Android APP

Comstar is one of the best IPTV service providers in all top countries. It is one of the best IPTV subscriptions that helps you search for all your favorite channels and movies with ease.

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Features:

• This IPTV offers great quality and stability.
• Comstar manages EPG and also covering most of the channels.
• Offers all your premium movie channels, including STARZ, Cinemax, HBO, and more!
• EPG TV Guide helps you to find the TV channel you are seeking.
• It helps you to manage EPG and covers most of the channels.

👍 Pros👎 ConsSupport across 50+ CountriesOnly one connection per account is allowedNo recurring billing as it works on a pay as you go modelNot have descriptions for all the movies and showsCustomer support was quick to respond to any of my queries

Key Specs:

Pricing Plans: $14.99 per month. Discount on 3 months, 6 months, and Yearly Payment.
VPN Friendly: Yes
Number of Channels: 10,000+
Geolocations: Worldwide
IPTV location locked: No
Payment options for subscription: Credit card, Debit card, Bitcoin.
Supported Devices: Mac or PC, iOS, Apple TV, Android, Chromecast, Fire TV, Linux, Fire Stick, etc.
Free Trial: Yes- 48 hours

Visit Comstar >>

10) DirecTV – Best for multiple devices.

DirecTV is an IPTV streaming service provider that offers Live TV and on-demand titles. It allows you to watch your favorite movies and TV shows with a compatible device, or you can also stream with the DirecTV device.

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Features:

• It provides support for three simultaneous devices
• Provide an option for parental control.
• Switch between live T.V. and apps with one mouse click.
• Free premium channel for three months

👍 Pros👎 ConsIt offers four steaming tv packages, including Live fox news, entertainment, and sports.DirecTV Stream packages only include 20 hours of DVR storage, which is quite less.Record multiple channels at the same time and stop fighting over the remote.It is not compatible with most game consoles and some smart TVs.Offers more significant numbers of live NBA TV channelsThis VOD streaming service has a library of content that is available 24/7 for subscribers

Key Specs:

Pricing Plans: Plan starting at $69.99 per month for 160+ channels. Discount on two months plan.
VPN Friendly: Yes
Number of Channels: 140+
Geolocations: U.S.A, U.K., Canada, & Other Countries
IPTV location locked: Yes
Payment options for subscription: Credit Card
Supported Devices: Roku, Chromecast, Apple TV, Firetv, iOS, and Android.
Free Trial: Yes

Visit DirecTV >>

11) Philo – Best for Customer Service and Steaming Quality

Philo is one of the best IPTV service providers, which offers 60+ channels. It allows you to record an unlimited amount of live or future shows in your DVR. It enables you to stream three devices simultaneously.

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Features:

• No credit card is required at the sign-up
• Bring the multiplex home with ns of movies.
• Allows you to create up to 10 profiles per account.

👍 Pros👎 ConsYou can watch live and save unlimited shows to watch laterDoes not include local live channelsIt allows you to browse a huge library of content available on-demand.There is no sports contentYou can watch on multiple devices.

Key Specs:

Pricing Plans: Plans start at $25/month. Discount on Yearly Plan.
VPN Friendly: Yes
Number of Channels: 60+ movies, sports, entertainment, and news channels.
Geolocations: U.S.A. only
IPTV location locked: No
Payment options for subscription: Credit/Debit card
Supported Devices: Roku, Android TV, Apple TV, Android, iOS.
Free Trial: Yes- 7 Days

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12) IPTVGang

IPTVGang is an online live streaming service that offers over 30,000 Free and Premium Channels. You can watch all channels from around the globe in HD, Full HD, or 4K , and watch your favorite channels, movies tv shows, from any location on Any Device.

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Features:

• The latest Movies and Web Series are uploaded frequently.
• Offers premium worldwide sports channels with no more pay per view for sports events
• It offers many dedicated channels and the newest movies for kids
• Movies and Web Series are uploaded frequently.

👍 Pros👎 ConsOur IPTV Service Is Always Up 99.99 % Of the Time!Not very good Kodi AddonsSolid IPTV Service, Without Buffering and FreezingDoes not have any expensive Cable Bills.

Key Specs:

Pricing Plans: Plan to start at $15 per month. Discount on Quarterly, Half-yearly, and Yearly Plans.
VPN Friendly: Yes
Number of Channels: 14000+
Geolocations: Global
IPTV location locked: No
Payment options for subscription: PayPal, Credit and Debit Card, and Cryptocurrency
Supported Devices: iPad, iPhone, Android, Windows, etc.
Free Trial: Yes

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13) RocketStreams – Best for Multi-Platform Device/App Support

RocketStreams is a Bitcoin IPTV service that provides ultra-fast access to HD IPTV streaming. It offers a vast selection of IPTV movies and T.V. shows instantly.

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Features:

• Gain unlimited LIVE HD access to every sports channel from around the world.
• It provides unlimited access to 3000+ channels from around the world and a vast selection of videos on demand.
• RocketStreams provides ultra-fast access to HD IPTV streams.

👍 Pros👎 ConsYou will get unlimited LIVE HD access to every sports channel worldwide.Not provide support for many devicesYou will never find Freezing, buffering, and slow loading speeds issues.Multi-Platform Device/App Support

Key Specs:

Pricing Plans: Plan starts at $ 11 per month. Discount on 3-month,6 month, and Yearly Plans.
VPN Friendly: Yes
Number of Channels: 3000+ Live Streams & VOD
Geolocations: Global
IPTV location locked: No
Payment options for subscription: PayPal and PayPal Express Checkout
Supported Devices: Android, iOS, Kodi, X-BOX, etc.
Free Trial: 24 hours

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How to cast IPTV on FireTV?

Here are steps to cast IPTV on FireTV:

Step 1) Make sure that your smartphone and FireTV are connected using the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 2) Now, you need to use a smartphone to download the app called BubbleUPnP. Open the Google Play Store, type in “bubbleupnp” in the search bar, and download and install it.

Step 3) Once BubbleUPnP has completed downloading and installing, open up the app.

Step 4) In the BubbleUPnP app, you will see a Cast button on the lower right-hand side of the screen.

Step 5) You will see a sub-menu pop-up that displays connected devices to the same network. You need to click on the Chromecast option.

Step 6) Next, your smartphone should be ready to cast to your TV via Chromecast. After that you need to click on the Playlist button at the bottom of the main screen.

Step 7) Click on the Menu button in the top right-hand side corner.

Step 8) A sub-menu will now appear. Click on Add Stream URL.

Step 9) Next, you need to type or paste it in and then click on OK.

Step 10) After the files are done downloading and installing, your IPTV URL will now be activated. It will help you to begin playing on your TV via Chromecast.

FAQ:❓ What Is IPTV?

IPTV is a short form of Internet Protocol Television that helps users pick and choose what type of content they want to watch it live On-Demand.

💥 Which are the Best IPTV service Providers?

Following are some of the best IPTV service:

• Xtreme HD IPTV – Best IPTV Service at affordable prices
• TyphoonLabs TV – Best for unlimited access to the world of entertainment.
• FalconTV – Best IPTV to watch anywhere!
• IceFlash OTT – Best for Multiple connections Plan
• IPTVbuilders – Four connections are available with one username
• Tribe IPTV – Best for PPV and major sports packages
• IPTV Trends – Best IPTV providers with 19000+ Channels
• Necro – Best for Great lineup of English TV channels.

⚡ Is IPTV Legal?

Yes, it is legal if it is used to watch legit and free-to-air content. If it is used to watch any illicit content, then it is illegal. Some unverified IPTV box services do not have the proper licensing, so they would be considered illegal.

🏅 What are the types of IPTV ?

Two types of IPTV services are:

Verified IPTV Services:

These IPTV Apps services are available through popular app stores like Amazon App Store or Google Play. It is legal to watch because they have been approved to be in these popular app stores. Both Amazon and Google would be liable for copyright infringement if they allow illegal IPTV box services.

Unverified IPTV Services:

These are unverified services as they aren’t available within the popular app stores. These cheap IPTV providers require their subscribers to load an application that pulls in the live TV channels.

🌟 What are the common features of a good IPTV?

Here are some common features of a good IPTV:

• Minimal Buffering
• Allows you to use Multiple Devices.
• Offers a free trial.
• Affordable monthly plans
• Offers special packages according to users’ needs.
• Allows users to pay with PayPal, Credit card, Debit card, Bitcoin, etc.

❗ What are the pre-requisites to use IPTV?

Here are some important pre-requisites to use IPTV:

• High-Speed Internet is the most important aspect when you are planning online streaming with the help of IPTV.
• It would help you also considered your IPTV Download Speed
• Streaming live video from the Internet needs effective bandwidth through a high-speed Internet service.
• You need to make sure that the minimum download speed for IPTV is approximately 10 Mbps.

🚀 Is there a free IPTV?

Yes, there are free IPTV services. However, free IPTV services are usually unreliable and come with annoying ads and lower quality.

🔒 Is IPTV safe to use?

It depends on the IPTV service provider. Therefore, you should always use VPN when streaming with low-cost or free applications as we do not know where these apps are operating from and what they are logging in to.

👉 What to Look for When Shopping for IPTV?

There are various factors that you should consider when shopping for your IPTV service provider:

• Location: It is the most vital factor when choosing your IPTV service provider. You need to select the service which has geo support in your country.
• Device Compatibility: You should select an IPTV service provider that supports the device available for you.
• Channels: You need to select the channels and package according to your budget and requirements.
• Content quality and Buffering: Ideally, you should look for an IPTV service that offers HD or 4k support to enjoy the best viewing experience.

❓ What is the best sports IPTV streaming services and providers?

Here are some popular sports IPTV streaming service providers:

• FuboTV: NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, and many other international sports.
• Sling: Sports packages include NFL, MLB, NBA, Tennis, Soccer, Golf, and more.
• Hulu: Offers sports steaming like NBA, Cycling, NFL, Golf, Hockey, Nascar, etc.

🏅 Why is IPTV becoming more and more popular?

IPTV is a fast-growing service that is a superior alternative to conventional television. It is known as an Internet protocol TV. IPTV works by using the Internet to play high-quality multimedia content. IPTV is a relatively new technology replacing cable and satellite televisions due to the numerous perks over these alternatives.

💻 What are common devices used for watching IPTV?

You can use IPTV websites on devices like iPhone, Android smartphone, tablet, laptop, computer, Fire TV stick, set-top boxes, Chrome cast, and many other devices.

⚡ Do you require a VPN for watching IPTV sites?

Yes, it is advisable to use a VPN tool when visiting IPTV sites or unblock region-specific restrictions. This helps you hide your streaming activities and keep you anonymous and safe online from hackers, site operators, ISPs, spammers, etc.

» Visit here to learn more about How to install VPN on Smart TV?

❗ Why isn’t a specific service or show available in my country?

Streaming services only have limited rights to show specific content in certain countries. Sometimes, they also have to separate streaming libraries for various regions. They also restrict access to users in one particular Location. It causes problems when you go on a holiday in a different region and cannot use the streaming services you paid for on your device.

In such a case, Virtual Private Network (VPN) helps you unblock geo-restricted platforms. A VPN helps you change your IP address and trick region-locked streaming platforms to think you are in a different country.

✅ Mention Some important IPTV Terms

Here are some Important IPTV terms:

• Catch Up: This feature allows you to view a past recording of a specific television show/event.
• Connection: It is the number of devices that you can use simultaneously on an IPTV service.
• EPG: Electronic Program Guide or EPG is an electronic listing of upcoming/past shows that helps you to be laid out in a nice graphical interface.
• IP Location Locked: It is a term used in different locations than where it was first registered.
• ISP: Internet Service Provider is the company which provides you the Internet service.
• M3U URL: It is a URL provided by an IPTV service that helps you use IPTV players such as TiviMate.
• PPV: This term is used for Pay Per View sporting events. In this type of IPTV channel, you need only to pay according to your view.
• VOD: A Video On Demand is a section that allows you to play movies and TV shows through the service.
• VPN: Virtual Private Network helps you to connect to the Internet anonymously by encrypting your connection.

Cryptocurrency News Roundup: The Biggest Headlines from the Past Week

Cryptocurrency News Roundup: The Biggest Headlines from the Past Week

It's been an eventful week in the world of cryptocurrency, with plenty of news to keep us all busy. Here are some of the biggest stories from the past week:

Bitcoin hits all-time high: On Monday, Bitcoin broke through the $63,000 mark to reach a new all-time high. The surge came after PayPal announced that it would allow US customers to use their cryptocurrency holdings to pay for goods and services at millions of online merchants.

Coinbase goes public: Coinbase, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, went public on Wednesday. The company's stock opened at $381 per share, giving it a valuation of over $100 billion. The listing is seen as a major milestone for the cryptocurrency industry.

Turkey bans cryptocurrency payments: On Friday, Turkey's central bank announced that it would ban the use of cryptocurrencies for payments. The move is part of a wider crackdown on digital currencies in the country, which has seen authorities seize over $130 million in cryptocurrency in recent weeks.

Dogecoin surges after Elon Musk tweets: Dogecoin, the meme-inspired cryptocurrency, saw a huge surge in value on Thursday after Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted about it. Musk has been a vocal supporter of the cryptocurrency in the past, and his tweets have often had a significant impact on its price.

Ethereum hits new all-time high: Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, reached a new all-time high of over $2,500 on Thursday. The surge came amid growing demand for the cryptocurrency, which is used as the basis for many decentralized finance (DeFi) applications.

Overall, it's been a busy and exciting week in the world of cryptocurrency, with plenty of developments to keep an eye on.