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Crypto Biz: Binance slashes costs, Ripple ready for US banks and crypto VCs return
21.7.2023
This week’s Crypto Biz looks at Binance’s ongoing efforts to curb declining profits, Ripple’s expectation that U.S. banks may soon adopt XRP and the first signs of venture capital returning to crypto
The last Bitcoin: What will happen once all BTC are mined?
21.7.2023
According to some experts, miners will always be essential to the Bitcoin ecosystem, even after mining the last coins
Kuwait Capital Markets Authority Reaffirms Comprehensive Crypto Asset Ban
20.7.2023
In a circular released by the Capital Markets Authority of Kuwait, the regulator reaffirmed its position that Kuwait strictly prohibits the use of virtual currencies and bans mining activities within the Gulf state. The authority also emphasized the importance for businesses to inform customers...
Samsung’s 3nm GAA Chip Discovered in Microbt’s Next-Gen Bitcoin Mining Rig
20.7.2023
According to reports, the 3-nanometer (nm) Gate-All-Around (GAA) semiconductor from Samsung has been discovered in use after a year since its release. Until now, there were no confirmed applications of the technology. Techinsights found Samsung’s 3nm chip in the Whatsminer M56S++ bitcoin...
Kuwait Regulator Bans Crypto Payments, Investment and Mining
20.7.2023
The prohibitions are an effort to comply with the FATF's recommendations to prevent money laundering via crypto, the Capital Markets Authority said
Bitcoin Miner Bitfarms Expands Operations in Paraguay After Securing 2 Hydropower Contracts
19.7.2023
The company will be able to add up to 150 megawatts of energy capacity through the two agreements
Bitcoin mining is becoming more environmentally friendly
19.7.2023
Bitcoin mining is becoming more sustainable thanks to things like hydro-cooling farms and associated petroleum gas — undermining environmental criticism
Cryptocurrency Insurer Evertas Acquires Bitcoin Mining Insurance Specialist Bitsure
19.7.2023
Evertas, the first digital asset insurance company has announced its acquisition of Bitsure, the first crypto mining insurance provider as it looks to expand its coverage in multiple jurisdictions.
The firm which ranks among the few to work with the Lloyd’s of London partnered with Bitsure last...
Dormant pre-mined Ethereum worth $116M resurrects after 8 years
19.7.2023
During the pre-mine period, 61,216 Ether was worth roughly $20 million at the time. However, eight years later, the tokens are worth more than $116 million
Crypto Miner Argo Blockchain Raises $7.5M in Share Sale; Stock Slumps
19.7.2023
Proceeds from the private placing and public sale will be used to pay down debt
Stock-to-Flow Analyst Plan B Predicts Bitcoin’s Price to Reach $40K-$50K at Halving
18.7.2023
In about nine months, expected near April 24, 2024, Bitcoin is set to experience its fourth block reward halving. Many supporters and market observers anticipate a price increase prior to the event. According to an anonymous market analyst known as Plan B, bitcoin’s price could ascend...
Today in Crypto: Shinhan Bank Tests Stablecoin Payments on Hedera Network, Marathon Shareholders File Lawsuit Against CEO & Top Execs, Cronos Partners with Ubisoft
18.7.2023
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JP Baric, CEO of Miningstore, on Bitcoin Mining and Energy Usage | Ep. 248
18.7.2023
In an exclusive interview with cryptonews.com, JP Baric, Founder and CEO of Miningstore, talks about the benefits of bitcoin mining on the rural electric grid, energy usage and bitcoins inherent value, and transitioning from a debt-based monetary system to an energy-based system. ...
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Crypto Insurer Evertas Buys Bitcoin Mining Cover Specialist Bitsure
18.7.2023
Evertas has snagged the authority to offer mining policy limits of up to $200 million per location
Marathon shareholders file lawsuit against company's top management
18.7.2023
The CEO and other top executives are being accused of a breach of fiduciary duties, unjust enrichment and waste of corporate assets
Venezuelan Crypto Ecosystem Still in Shambles 4 Months After Sunacrip Intervention
18.7.2023
The Venezuelan cryptocurrency ecosystem remains on shaky ground four months after the intervention of national crypto watchdog Sunacrip, and the arrest of its head, Joselit Ramirez, due to alleged participation in a $20 billion corruption scandal involving the undeclared sale of crude oil...
Litecoin on the Brink of Third Halving: Record Hashrate and Profitable Mining Despite 17% Value Dip
17.7.2023
In a mere fortnight, the Litecoin network is poised for its third reward halving event, a seismic shift that will slash the LTC miners’ block rewards from 12.5 LTC per block down to 6.25 LTC. Data illustrates an intensified dedication of hashrate to the Litecoin blockchain as the critical...
Next Bitcoin Halving Event Could Be a Stress Test for Miners: JPMorgan
17.7.2023
The next halving will see a reduction in miners’ revenues and an increase in bitcoin production costs at the same time, the report said
CleanSpark’s Bitcoin mining capacity hits 8 EH/s as new facility goes live
13.7.2023
The Bitcoin mining company kicked off the second phase of its mining campus in Georgia, gearing up for the next Bitcoin halving
SEC Sues Bankrupt Crypto Lender Celsius, Alleges Misrepresentation of Customer Count and Risky Practices
13.7.2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a lawsuit against the now-defunct cryptocurrency lender, Celsius. The suit, filed Thursday, also names former CEO Alexander “Alex” Mashinsky as a defendant. Both he and the company stand accused of falsely promising investors a safe...