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Is Bitcoin's 'Made in America' Era a Win for Crypto Freedom?

Is Bitcoin's 'Made in America' Era a Win for Crypto Freedom?

Okay, let's talk. Bitcoin's gone all stars and stripes, huh? Seventy-five percent of mining in the US? That's a massive shift. China's loss is our gain, apparently. But before we start chanting "USA! USA!" let's pump the brake and ask ourselves a serious question: Does this shift actually mean more...

5 Ways Crypto Payroll Empowers Southeast Asian Startups (And Why It Matters)

5 Ways Crypto Payroll Empowers Southeast Asian Startups (And Why It Matters)

You're probably thinking, "Crypto payroll? Another buzzword?" I get it. Now, don’t be quick to write this off as yet another tech craze. Consider for example the actual difficulties of launching a new business in Southeast Asia. And we’re not referring to Silicon Valley-style issues. We’re not just talking about...

Bitcoin Miners Quiet? 3 Hidden Risks Lurking Beneath the Surface

Bitcoin Miners Quiet? 3 Hidden Risks Lurking Beneath the Surface

Okay, so Bitcoin miners are apparently quiet. Transaction volume is way down. Everyone’s patting themselves on the back thinking this is a bullish trend because people are allegedly just accumulating their BTC. "Less selling pressure!" they cry. But I'm not so sure. This feels a little too… serene. Similar to...

Crypto Payroll's Risky Reality Check 3 Reasons Startups Should Worry

Crypto Payroll's Risky Reality Check 3 Reasons Startups Should Worry

Crypto payroll. The future of work? Maybe. For tech startups jumping feet first into this exciting new world, there are some big landmines to look out for. You’re looking at cost savings, improving employee satisfaction, being on the bleeding edge. I get it. The allure is strong. So before you...

Stellar's 11% Surge Is Just the Beginning: 5 Reasons Why

Stellar's 11% Surge Is Just the Beginning: 5 Reasons Why

I get it. You're seeing headlines about Bitcoin hitting new highs, and Ethereum's upgrades, and maybe you're thinking, "Am I too late to the party?" Absolutely not. As a matter of fact, you’re right on time for the actual disruption. Forget the gatekeepers, the centralized systems, the incumbents that are...

GameSquare's $100M ETH Treasury: Smart Bet or Reckless Gamble?

GameSquare's $100M ETH Treasury: Smart Bet or Reckless Gamble?

GameSquare has recently been in the news, and for reasons beyond fragging n00bs. They carefully chose to invest up to $100 million directly into an Ethereum (ETH) treasury. Now, Dialectic is navigating this audacious play, while the rest of the business world looks on in perplexed awe. Are they the...

Stellar's Surge: Hype or Hope? A Centrist's Take on XLM's Future

Stellar's Surge: Hype or Hope? A Centrist's Take on XLM's Future

Is XLM’s rise an illusion, signaling temporary profits only? Or is it an indication of true progress towards a future in which cross-border payments are seamless, transparent, and accessible to all? As a centrist, I'm perpetually wary of both extremes – the breathless pronouncements of exponential growth and the cynical...

Ethereum's DeFi Takeover: Why Bit Digital's Bet Changes Everything

Ethereum's DeFi Takeover: Why Bit Digital's Bet Changes Everything

Forget waiting for the future. And Bit Digital…well, they just PO’d themselves a DeFi ride rugger! Their strategic pivot from Bitcoin to Ethereum is bigger than just a smart firm move. It represents a powerful turning point in our collective recognition of the nature of finance and our relationship with...

Bit Digital's ETH Pivot: Smart Move or Risky Gamble?

Bit Digital's ETH Pivot: Smart Move or Risky Gamble?

So, Bit Digital's gone all-in on Ethereum. Transitioning from Bitcoin to ETH would be like trading in your dial-up for fiber optic. In other words, are they implementing genius-level strategy or are they just playing crypto roulette? Let's unpack this, shall we?Ethereum's Promise: Institutional Dreams?Ethereum is the future of all...

Mt. Gox Phishing: Are Dormant Bitcoin Wallets a Ticking Time Bomb?

Mt. Gox Phishing: Are Dormant Bitcoin Wallets a Ticking Time Bomb?

That Mt. Gox wallet. Billions of dollars just sitting there, a monument to a disaster. What changed that now makes it a honeypot for advanced phishing threats? It’s not just bad—it’s a wake-up call.A more recent phishing attack to recover a Mt. Gox-associated Bitcoin wallet. With nearly $9 billion in...

Altcoin Season Incoming? Ethereum Blasts Past $3,000!

Altcoin Season Incoming? Ethereum Blasts Past $3,000!

The world of cryptocurrency is electric with possibility. With Ethereum recently crossing the $3,000 threshold, fortunes have changed and the rumor mill is churning with expectations that altcoin season is just around the corner. So after weeks of no-movement trading, Ethereum is back in the news. All of these factors...

SharpLink Bets Big: $73M ETH Buy Signals Institutional Confidence

SharpLink Bets Big: $73M ETH Buy Signals Institutional Confidence

SharpLink Gaming recently made headlines with its use of crypto by acquiring $73 million worth of Ethereum (ETH). This courageous leap certainly solidifies its role as a key institutional player in a rapidly evolving industry. This transaction, conducted through Coinbase Prime, now pushes SharpLink’s total ETH stash to an impressive...

Altcoin Mania? ETH Surges Past $3K as Bitcoin's Throne Wobbles

Altcoin Mania? ETH Surges Past $3K as Bitcoin's Throne Wobbles

The digital asset landscape is experiencing a monumental change. Ethereum (ETH) seems to be leading the charge of this trend, leading some to speculate that an “altcoin season” has finally arrived. Bitcoin may be king, but he’s losing his dominance with every moment that passes as ETH climbs above $3,000...

SharpLink Gaming Invests $73M in Ethereum, Bolstering Institutional Confidence

SharpLink Gaming Invests $73M in Ethereum, Bolstering Institutional Confidence

SharpLink Gaming, a publicly-traded company under Nasdaq, has recently made a huge bet on Ethereum, having bought $73,210,000 of the cryptocurrency. This move underscores the growing institutional interest in Ethereum and its perceived role as a foundational layer for Web3 technologies. Screenshot via Twitter Taskmaster, top analyst Ted Pillows could...

Altcoins Rally as Ethereum Surpasses $3,000 Amid Bitcoin Dip

Altcoins Rally as Ethereum Surpasses $3,000 Amid Bitcoin Dip

The altcoin rally is in full swing, led by Ethereum’s recent push past the $3,000 level. This rally follows an extended stretch of market pessimism, helping boost the majority of altcoins in a positive trend. Now, with Bitcoin’s drop deepening the drift, an altcoin season might be closer than you...

D'CENT Wallet User Base Doubles, Exceeding 200,000 Monthly Active Users

D'CENT Wallet User Base Doubles, Exceeding 200,000 Monthly Active Users

D’CENT, created by South Korean company IoTrust, has more than doubled its monthly active users since 2021. The cryptocurrency wallet provider reached 100,000 monthly active users back in 2021. Now, real-time estimates indicate that this figure has exploded to upwards of 200,000! D’CENT offers a remarkable line of wallet offerings....

Michigan Crypto Mines: Noise, Power, and the Fight for Regulation

Michigan Crypto Mines: Noise, Power, and the Fight for Regulation

As Michigan quickly becomes one of the new frontiers for cryptocurrency mining, these types of decisions will hold the potential to either uplift or further exploit its communities. Supporters tout the promise of economic development and innovative technology. At the same time, residents and local governments are left to deal...

DEGN: Is This Crypto Wallet the Flipper Zero of Digital Finance?

DEGN: Is This Crypto Wallet the Flipper Zero of Digital Finance?

We know that cryptocurrency hardware wallets can be overwhelming. They typically rely on intimidating jargon and cryptic designs meant to prioritize security above all else. What if a hardware wallet could be secure and flexible and fun? DEGN’s hardware wallet is on a mission to stake its own claim. It...