Cryptocurrency investors know that the crypto market is always changing, with new trends and new leaders emerging every day. Later this week, Solana even momentarily overtook Ethereum in total staked value. This milestone was a huge deal in the ever-growing competition between these two dominant blockchain platforms. In an effort...
Okay, let's be real. You've probably heard the whispers, the memes, maybe even seen the headlines: Solana briefly flipped Ethereum in staked value. It’s akin to that tournament Cinderella upsetting the heavy favorite in the first round. Yet are we witnessing a mere transient trend, or is there truly a...
MicroStrategy chairman, Michael Saylor, was back in the news again recently after his company announced yet another massive Bitcoin acquisition. MicroStrategy bought 16,130 BTC worth $593.3 million at an average price of $36,785 per BTC. MicroStrategy currently owns a total of almost 214,400 bitcoins. They did this at a total...
On April 20, Solana became the largest chain by total dollar value staked in history, with more than $53.9 billion in total dollar value staked. This dramatic increase was fueled by Solana’s lofty staking yield, luring deep user engagement. Experts warn against drawing direct parallels between the two platforms. Clearly...
So, Solana’s latest flip of Ethereum in staking market cap. Big deal, right? On the surface, it’s a headline grabber, a fun little David-vs-Goliath moment. We shouldn’t get too carried away with the hype. Before we crown Solana the staking king, let's ask ourselves: are we looking at a sustainable...
Okay, let's get real. Maybe you’ve heard that Bitcoin mining is an environmental catastrophe. A power-guzzling, climate-wrecking monster spewing carbon into the atmosphere, you say? I get it. That’s the narrative we’ve been fed. What if I told you that narrative is… half-baked. Could Bitcoin mining, yes, Bitcoin mining, be...
The foundational Bitcoin narrative has always been one of decentralization, a digital revolt against concentrated power. If we can be frank, the truth has been a bit murkier. Miner’s greed drives this boom, targeting regions with the lowest energy costs and the least regulatory oversight. Yet these practices have frequently...
The U.S. Bitcoin mining industry is demonstrating resilience and potential for growth, navigating short-term economic pressures through supportive policy developments and technological advancements. Together, these legislative victories, smart energy policy, and a wave of new hardware are setting the industry up for sustainable success. The industry has been reeling from...
Michael Saylor’s recent $285 million Bitcoin purchase may have made many headlines, but that was no coincidence, it’s a high-stakes chess move. Is he really playing 4D chess while the rest of us are all still on checkers? Or is he without realizing it positioning himself—and MicroStrategy, and perhaps the...
This will undoubtedly be a transitory and fascinating period of evolution for the Bitcoin mining sector. Despite facing short-term economic pressures like fluctuating energy costs and regulatory uncertainties, several innovative business models and technological advancements are paving the way for future growth. These developments range from the increasing popularity of...
100x returns. The holy grail of crypto investing. We’ve all heard the hype, the happy talk, the success stories, the Lambo memes. And if we’re being real, it’s easy to understand how the idea of flipping a few thousand dollars into a life-changing payout can be so alluring. So before...
The cryptocurrency market is abuzz with excitement for the year 2025, with crypto enthusiasts already looking for the next big investment. That said, the promise of 100x returns, though tempting, requires a careful and educated strategy. This article will explore three altcoins—JBOLT, TAO, and ICP—exploring their potential for significant growth...
Investing in Bitcoin is about as easy as crossing a minefield, considering the market’s reputation for extreme volatility. With 2025 just around the corner, it’s important to have the right information to prepare yourself. Concentrate on creating plans that will protect your money. In this guide, we’ll outline the safest...
Okay, let's cut the fluff. Pi Network’s recent price surge, skyrocketing over $1.35 has everyone talking. Market cap flipping Litecoin and Bitcoin Cash? Sounds impressive, right? Not so fast — before you go mortgaging your home to make these investments, let’s pump the breaks. Let’s inject a little common sense...
Unlearn everything you thought you understood about Donald Trump and crypto. I know, I know. The two words “Trump” and “crypto” in the same sentence likely brings about thoughts of meme coins and get-rich-quick scams. But bear with me on this one, because there’s a much better – and possibly...
I’ll never forget the conversation I had with my cousin Linh just a couple of months ago. She’s a seamstress, works like a dog and lives hand to mouth. She explained to me, eyes gleaming with anticipation, that she’s been mining Pi on her smartphone for more than a year....
Cryptocurrency holds the promise of a new, exciting financial world, but it’s a boon for hackers. Having your own chain comes with a ton of responsibility, which is something that KnowingCoin.com completely recognizes. This article explores the recent Ledger Discord hack and breaks down the strategies used by the attacker....
The crypto world today is a whirlwind of technological advancement, financial opportunism and just flat out nonsense. Every single week there’s a new “game-changer,” ready to disrupt everything from finance to… uh, cat pics (NFT’s, anyone? Home-grown frontrunners Lightchain AI (LCAI) has quickly established itself as new market leader. With...