blockchain

HIVE's Paraguay Expansion: A Boost for Bitcoin, But What About Paraguay?

HIVE's Paraguay Expansion: A Boost for Bitcoin, But What About Paraguay?

Given the current cryptocurrency boom, HIVE Digital Technologies has been making headlines with its push into Paraguay, which could lead to a major increase in Bitcoin production. Great for them, awesome news for Bitcoin, super duper tremendous — OK let’s tap the breaks for a second. Are we actually thinking...

Our Takes
HIVE's Paraguay Bet: Genius Move or Risky Gamble for Bitcoin?

HIVE's Paraguay Bet: Genius Move or Risky Gamble for Bitcoin?

HIVE Digital Technologies is making waves with its Paraguay expansion, boasting an 18% jump in Bitcoin production in June alone. The company’s target is 12 BTC per day by year-end, powered with highly subsidized hydroelectric power. Before we declare this a big win, pump the brakes, and add some realism...

Our Takes
Bhutan's Bitcoin Gamble: Genius Move or Economic Time Bomb?

Bhutan's Bitcoin Gamble: Genius Move or Economic Time Bomb?

Bhutan, the land of the Thunder Dragon, is well known for its Gross National Happiness. In the meantime, it bides its time on a growing mound of Bitcoin. Over 13,000 BTC, to be precise. That’s about 27x as much Bitcoin per capita as the U.S. Let that sink in. They're...

Our Takes
This Casascius Bar Move Proves Bitcoin's Future is Brighter Than Ever

This Casascius Bar Move Proves Bitcoin's Future is Brighter Than Ever

Picture this — you are holding a bit of history in your hands, a tangible relic of an ongoing digital revolution. Now, picture that same relic, but it’s worth more than $10 million. That’s exactly the predicament “John Galt,” a BitcoinTalk user, experienced with his Casascius bar. You’re carrying around...

Our Takes
Casascius Bar: 100 BTC Moved After 13 Years! What's Next?

Casascius Bar: 100 BTC Moved After 13 Years! What's Next?

Introduction to Casascius Gold Bar HoldersThe story of the Casascius bar is a much richer tale than just physical Bitcoin. It’s a wonderful confluence of foresight, patience, and the evolving relationship between physical assets and digital currency. Recently, news broke that someone finally moved 100 Bitcoin (BTC) from a Casascius...

Posts
Casascius Bar Redemption A Loss For Crypto History Or Smart Move?

Casascius Bar Redemption A Loss For Crypto History Or Smart Move?

The upcoming redemption of a Casascius bar holding 100 BTC has everyone in the crypto world chattering. It was the responsible act of financial prudence, or the unfortunate deletion of one of the last visible remnants of Bitcoin’s origins. I think it's a little of both, and the story highlights...

Our Takes
Bhutan's Crypto Secret 27x More Bitcoin Than US What's Next?

Bhutan's Crypto Secret 27x More Bitcoin Than US What's Next?

Okay, let's talk about something mind-blowing. But perhaps the oddest surprise of all is that Bhutan — yes, the land of Gross National Happiness — is now sitting on a Bitcoin fortune. We're not talking molehills here, folks. We're talking Everest. On a per capita basis that means they have...

Our Takes
This $10M Bitcoin Move Shows Why Crypto's Future Is Now!

This $10M Bitcoin Move Shows Why Crypto's Future Is Now!

Now picture yourself actually holding the physical token representing that, which is worth more than $10 million. Not gold, not art, but Bitcoin. Meet “John Galt,” a BitcoinTalk user who pulled a fast one. For 13 years, he proudly displayed a Casascius bar that contained 100 BTC. He purchased it...

Our Takes
Bhutan's Bitcoin Fortune Kingdom Amasses Crypto Wealth Through Strategic Mining

Bhutan's Bitcoin Fortune Kingdom Amasses Crypto Wealth Through Strategic Mining

Bhutan, a tiny Himalayan kingdom of under 900,000 people. In the background, it’s been emerging—rather quietly—as one of the largest holders of Bitcoin. With a strategic accumulation plan mainly via mining, their holdings of Bitcoin are over 13,000 BTC and still growing. This large sum places Bhutan as one of...

HW Wallets
Bit Digital Bets Big on Ethereum Staking After $150 Million Share Offering

Bit Digital Bets Big on Ethereum Staking After $150 Million Share Offering

Dynamic digital asset company Bit Digital is doing something equally ambitious — and equally audacious. This is why they changed their strategy away from Bitcoin mining, through Ethereum staking, to treasury management. This strategic pivot comes after a $150 million share offering and a significant drop in the company's stock...

Eth Staking
Binance's Staked ETH Claims 20% of Ethereum Liquid Staking Market

Binance's Staked ETH Claims 20% of Ethereum Liquid Staking Market

Binance Staked ETH (wBETH) has shaken up the dominance on the Ethereum liquid staking market. In fact, it currently enjoys a whopping 20% of the overall market share. Much of this growth is due to Binance’s large distribution network and easy-to-use platform. The Ethereum liquid staking ecosystem today has more...

Bitcoin to $120K? 3 Risks That Could Derail the Crypto Rocket

Bitcoin to $120K? 3 Risks That Could Derail the Crypto Rocket

Okay, let's talk Bitcoin. Everyone's buzzing about that $120,000 target. Standard Chartered's throwing numbers around, MicroStrategy keeps buying… it's enough to make you think we're all about to be swimming in crypto riches. But hold on a second before you take out a second mortgage on your home to ape...

BTC to $120K? Altcoins Surge & The Rise of Pepeto Meme Coin

BTC to $120K? Altcoins Surge & The Rise of Pepeto Meme Coin

The cryptocurrency market is buzzing with activity. Bitcoin is vehemently approaching the $120,000 roadblock, Ethereum is fuming with positive energy, and altcoins establish an expectation of fortuitous growth. Pepeto takes the spotlight. Amidst this backdrop, a new meme coin, Pepeto, is capturing the attention of investors. This article explores the...

Crypto Calamities How Users Inadvertently Lose Their Digital Assets

Crypto Calamities How Users Inadvertently Lose Their Digital Assets

Cryptocurrency users experience challenges like none others when it comes to protecting their crypto fortunes. It’s time for cryptocurrency holders to assume responsibility for their asset protection. This is a marked shift from legacy financial systems, where institutions take on that responsibility. With this responsibility comes significant challenges. The intricacies...

Crypto Losses: The Silent Killer Investors Ignore (And How to Survive)

Crypto Losses: The Silent Killer Investors Ignore (And How to Survive)

It’s the Wild West of finance, a digital revolution with potential to churn unimaginable wealth. But as with any new frontier, it is full of perils – perils that extend beyond the risk of market crash. Here’s our rundown on the silent killers of crypto investing. These are the deceptively...

SharpLink's $73M ETH Gamble: Genius Move or Risky Business?

SharpLink's $73M ETH Gamble: Genius Move or Risky Business?

So, SharpLink Gaming literally just put down $73 million on Ethereum. That’s a big step, particularly for a company listed on the aggressively pro-IPO Nasdaq. But are they really playing 4D chess, or simply rolling the dice? Let's break it down.Diversification Or Just Following Trend?And on the face of it,...

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 Crypto Wallet Combines Functionality with Unique Design

DEGN Crypto Wallet Combines Functionality with Unique Design

The DEGN crypto wallet, designed by Nikita Savenkov and Anna Makowska, changes how you hold and spend your cryptocurrency. With a design that’s downright otherworldly, it covers every part of your crypto lifestyle. In short, DEGN is unlike any other crypto hardware wallets. It features a full color screen, two...