Tag Archive for: Bitcoin

Bitcoin Sellers Exhausted, Accumulators HODL The Line

Bitcoin supply-side dynamics and on-chain indicators look to be as strong as ever, but macroeconomic headwinds remain for legacy and risk assets.

Biden Administration Releases Roadmap To Mitigate Cryptocurrency Risks

The White House has unveiled a roadmap to reduce risks associated with the wider cryptocurrency industry.

Senator Ted Cruz Is Bringing Bitcoin To The Capitol With Vending Machines

The Texas Senator has introduced a resolution requesting Capitol vendors to accept bitcoin.

The Five Lessons I Learned From Ignoring Bitcoin For Years

Lessons from a HODLer fortunate enough to find Bitcoin after passing on the opportunity repeatedly since 2012.

POS Giant Clover Teams Up With Strike To Bring Bitcoin’s Lightning Network To Millions Of Merchants

A 90-day trial period kicks off Clover’s integration with the Bitcoin Lightning Network, enabling faster, cheaper payments at merchants.

BitPay Announces Partnership With MoonPay, Removes Bitcoin Trading Fees For Limited Time

BitPay’s partnership with MoonPay is set to offer a superior buyer experience for those looking to purchase cryptocurrencies on the BitPay platform.

Fiat Debases Belief, But Bitcoin Makes Us Human

Enslaving us with debt and inflation, the fiat system replaces sincerely-held beliefs. But Bitcoin gives us the chance to be human again.

Mt Pelerin Crypto Exchange Adds Support For Bitcoin Lightning Network

The Swiss cryptocurrency exchange will now allow deposits and withdrawals through the Lightning Network.

Arizona Senator Introduces Bill To Make Bitcoin Legal Tender In The State

A bill introduced by Sen. Wendy Rogers reflects growing interest in bitcoin from U.S. states.

Swiss Bitcoin App Relai Now Allows Companies To Buy Bitcoin

The new Relai Business over-the-counter service will allow businesses to purchase bitcoin quickly.

With Confident Ignorance Of Bitcoin, So-Called ‘Experts’ Sacrifice Their Credibility

Recent examples of so-called “experts” speaking confidently, yet incorrectly, about Bitcoin will come back to haunt them.

How I Introduced My Younger Sister To Bitcoin

For my sister’s eighteenth birthday, I gave her the gift of bitcoin and some lessons on becoming a sovereign individual.

Seven Factors Bitcoin Investors Should Watch In 2023

A look ahead at what’s in store for bitcoin in the coming year. We analyze seven aspects of what might impact the bitcoin price in 2023.

Bitcoin Mining Is Proving To Be A Lifeline For Africa’s Oldest National Park

Virunga National Park, located in Eastern Congo, is mining bitcoin to preserve revenue in the face of disease and militia attacks.

Establishing The Architectural Styles Of Bitcoin

Our enduring buildings give stature to our best work, and the architectural style of Bitcoin institutions should reflect its high ideals.

Potential Paths Forward For The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust

An interesting saga is developing for Digital Currency Group and its Grayscale Bitcoin Trust with accusations of fraud coming from the co-founder of Gemini.

One Of America’s Largest Hemp Processors Makes Entry Into Sustainable Bitcoin Mining

A new direction towards sustainable energy projects has been led with an investment into a Costa Rican bitcoin mining operation.

Samsung Asset Management To Launch Bitcoin ETF In Hong Kong: Report

The Samsung Bitcoin Futures Active ETF will launch on Jan. 13, giving Hong Kong investors a mainstream avenue for indirect BTC price exposure.

El Salvador’s Legislature Approves Landmark Digital Securities Bill Paving Way For Bitcoin Bonds

The country’s legislative body has completed the next step towards the issuance of El Salvador’s bitcoin bonds.

Luxor’s Hashrate Index 2022 Mining Year In Review Shows Bitcoin’s Resilience

Analysis shows that even though the mining industry saw major pressure this year, the network hashrate still grew immensely.

How Bitcoin Can Radically Improve The Healthcare System For Patients

If healthcare providers were to adopt bitcoin, patients would see free-market and affordability improvements.

Bitcoiners Are Flocking To Nostr, But What Makes It Different Than Twitter?

Nostr is an alternative to Twitter that better protects users from censorship, and it’s built in a way that could appeal to Bitcoiners.

Gemini’s Winklevoss Alleges DCG, Genesis Defrauded His Exchange And 340,000 Users

Cameron Winklevoss, president and co-founder of Gemini, has written an open letter demanding Barry Silbert’s removal as CEO of Digital Currency Group.

Homesteader Conversations: Feeding Your Family And Building A Bitcoin Community In Southern Portugal

A homesteader in Portugal shares her experiences running a farm, feeding her family and supporting a Bitcoin community through workshops.

Bitcoin Can Be Super Collateral If Lenders Understand Its Value

The frequent implosion of crypto lending platforms is rooted in their mismanagement and failure to respect bitcoin’s true value.

Hut 8’s Ontario Bitcoin Mining Operation Halted Amidst Power Disputes

The mining company confirmed the operation is still shuttered after contractual disagreements with their power provider, Validus Power.

Bitcoin Lightning Podcasting App Fountain Releases Update Aimed At Improving New Users’ Experience

Amongst other updates designed to make new users’ experience easier, a new software update enables wallet funding directly through the application.

To Become Money, Bitcoin Requires Integration With New Social System Technology

Bitcoin and Lightning Network technology alone will not be enough to change our financial system. New social systems are needed too.

Bitcoin Creates Hope For A Generation Found Hopeless

Faced with unprecedented economic challenges and anxieties, Gen Z should see Bitcoin as the best hope for its future.

Choose Your Fighter: Bitcoin Maxis Vs. Fiat Maxis

Using the “choose your fighter” paradigm popularized by video games, we can compare Bitcoin and fiat and determine a winner.

Bitcoin Volatility Hits Historic Lows Amid Market Apathy

The brunt of the price-based capitulation has already been felt, while the real pain ahead is a waiting game for the market to finally turn around.

The Good, The Bad And The Ugly From 2022, Bitcoin’s Year Of The Bear

For Bitcoin, 2022 was a year of lessons, frustrations, vindications, progress and, in some cases, regress. What should we take with us for 2023?

Hard Lessons In Bitcoin Case Law Show We Must Remain Vigilant

Two similar legal disputes around alleged bitcoin scams show that, while Bitcoin may be incorruptible, human beings are not.

91% of Cryptos From 2014 Have Died, While Bitcoin Continues To Thrive

The visualization of altcoin deaths shows Bitcoin is the sole standout project amongst various failed scams and “projects.”

For The U.S., Bitcoin Is A National Security Opportunity, Not A Threat

Recognizing the importance of digital currency in its recent National Security Strategy, the White House should consider embracing a bitcoin standard.

A Suggestion For The Sats Symbol

The Bitcoin community has yet to agree upon a universal symbol for sats, the smallest division of bitcoin. But I think I might have a winner.

Canada Has Declared A Local War On Bitcoin Mining

Multiple local governments across Canada have started to make life much harder for bitcoin miners.

U.S. Bitcoin Miner Increased Its Annual BTC Production By 200% In 2022

Cleanspark’s December 2022 mining update examines the company’s year at large as well as the operations of the previous month.

Reflecting On The Genesis Block And Bitcoin On Its 14th Birthday

Exactly 14 years after Bitcoin was born through the Genesis block, Proof of Keys Day helps us remember why the protocol was invented and where we are today.

Crypto Contagion Lesson For Lenders: Stay Out Of Bitcoin Mining

The collapse of two giant crypto lending businesses that also mined bitcoin yields a few interesting lessons.

Fedi Launches Hackathon Celebrating Bitcoin’s 14th Birthday With 2.5 BTC Prize

Fedi is teaming up with Epoch to reward 2.54 bitcoin in a hackathon that aims to boost its Fedimint-based community custody and privacy platform.

2022 Paved The Way For National Bitcoin Adoption, And 2023 Will Be Even Bigger

In 2022, nation state Bitcoin adoption accelerated, setting the stage for even more progress this year.

Major Ukrainian Pharmacy Chain Enables Bitcoin Payments

ANC Pharmacy is enabling bitcoin payments via Binance Pay at more than 1,000 locations across Ukraine.

The Themes That Will Define Bitcoin In 2023

Some trends that emerged in 2022, from regulatory developments to technical and cultural innovations, will grow to define Bitcoin in 2023.

In 2023, Bitcoin Will Enter The ‘And Then They Fight You’ Stage

As the macroeconomic debt spiral is set to spin out of control in 2023, Bitcoiners should prepare for the fight to intensify.

Bitcoin Can Free Puerto Rico

The people of Puerto Rico have been fighting for self sovereignty for decades. Now, Bitcoin can be a critical tool for that goal.

Valkyrie Wants To Take Up The Reins Of Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust

Valkyrie Investments has laid out a proposal to become the new sponsor and manager of Grayscale’s troubled bitcoin trust (GBTC) and fix its large discount.

Why A Bitcoin Ban In The EU Is Likely… And Stupid

Despite holding off to date, a Bitcoin ban by the EU could be on the horizon. But Bitcoin doesn’t ask for permission.

Fiji’s New Pro-Bitcoin Prime Minister Ponders Legal Tender Bill: Report

Newly elected Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is pro-Bitcoin and is reportedly considering pushing a bill to adopt BTC as legal tender in the country.

Even Without A Mining Subsidy, These Two Factors Will Protect Bitcoin Into The Future

Many speculate that Bitcoin’s security will lapse with the end of the mining subsidy. But other factors will continue to incentivize miners.

Debunking Bitcoin Misconceptions: It’s Not Stored Time, Energy Or Violence

Metaphors and analogies are critical for helping newbies understand Bitcoin, but they are dangerous when taken too far.

MicroStrategy To Launch Bitcoin Lightning Solutions In 2023: Saylor

Bitcoin Lightning applications that MicroStrategy plans to release include enterprise infrastructure services and content monetization solutions, Saylor said.

MicroStrategy Adds 2,500 Bitcoin To Holdings Despite Tax-Loss Harvesting

The tech company led by Michael Saylor has increased its bitcoin holdings by 2,500 BTC despite selling bitcoin for the first time to generate a tax benefit.

2022: A Year Of Grassroots Bitcoin Adoption For Africa

Traveling to four African countries throughout 2022, Bitcoin For Fairness encouraged several grassroots Bitcoin adoption projects.

Can Antoine Riard’s Lightning Network Proposal Mitigate Channel Jamming Attacks?

A protocol proposal from Antoine Riard seeks to mitigate Lightning Network channel jamming attacks with a Chaumian ecash token.

How To Protect Your Bitcoin Seed Phrase With The Kiboruto Stainless-Steel Backup

The Koboruto stainless-steel backup can protect your bitcoin seed phrase, even in the event of fire or flooding.

As Financial Surveillance Intensified In 2022, Bitcoin Is Needed By Individuals And Nations Alike

A rise in financial censorship this year, perpetrated by citizens’ own governments and adversarial nations alike, calls for Bitcoin.

From Prediction To Reality: How Bitcoin Will Win In 2023

I predicted that Bitcoin would face attacks between 2018 to 2023, then its period of true victory will start.

After 2022, Pure Bitcoin Speculation Is Now Dead

This year was a turning point for Bitcoin and its community is now ready to cut the dead weight of price speculation.

The Intersection Of Bitcoin And Medical Tourism

Medical tourism can be made more affordable and accessible through the use of bitcoin, which avoids issues with currency conversions and international payments.

Russia Close To Legalizing International Trade In Bitcoin, Crypto: Head Of Finance Committee

The head of the State Duma finance committee reportedly said Russia will legalize the use of cryptocurrency for international trade in January 2023.

Recounting Ethiopia’s Bitcoin Developments In 2022

Reviewing select developments emerging from Ethiopia this past year makes it clear that the stage is set for Bitcoin.

The Bank Of Japan Blinks And Markets Tremble

The Bank of Japan sent tremors through capital markets as it announced a rate target increase for yield curve control, sending global bond yields soaring.

Bitcoin’s Trading Has Become “Boring”: Is This a Bad or Good Thing?

As the price of bitcoin continues on its sideways journey, it's helpful to consider this volatility compared to previous episodes.

Inaccurate U.S. Senate Testimony Misleads Lawmakers, Public About Bitcoin

In testimony before the U.S. Senate Banking Committee, actor Ben McKenize and professor Hillary Allen offered inaccuracies about Bitcoin.

Craig Wright Ordered To Pay Peter McCormack’s Legal Fees, Faces Contempt Of Court Hearing

A judgment made in the U.K. found Wright breached an embargo and must pay McMormack’s legal fees.

2022 Was Bitcoin’s Year Of Differentiation

2022 was marked by high-profile financial sovereignty issues and crypto implosions. The case for Bitcoin has never been more clear.

Brazilian President Signs Bill Regulating Use Of Bitcoin As Payment

Brazil’s President has signed a complete regulatory framework for crypto, regulating the use of bitcoin as payment.

CoinCorner Partners With Pouch To Bring Instant Remittance Payments To The Philippines Utilizing Bitcoin’s Lightning Network

The Philippines’ remittance market now has a faster, cheaper option through the use of the Lightning Network.

Integrating Statechains With Lightning Channels Can Allow For Off-Chain Balancing And Improved Flexibility

A Commerceblock BLIP facilitates Lightning channels built on Bitcoin statechains, improving flexibility for the Layer 2 protocol.

Lightning Paywalls Versus Value4Value Asks

Where a Lightning-powered microtransaction paywall beats a Value4Value bitcoin ask: A nuanced breakdown.

Crypto Trading Platform Paxful Delists Ethereum In ‘Integrity’ Move: CEO

Paxful CEO Ray Youssef said Ethereum is being removed from the trading platform due to its shift to proof-of-stake and lack of decentralization.

The Remnant Returns: Bitcoin Is Right

Virtue signaling and altruistic positions on Bitcoin are a farce. Choose Bitcoin because it’s right, not because you’re here to “help others.”

Giant Bitcoin Miner Core Scientific Files For Bankruptcy

One of the largest bitcoin mining companies in the U.S. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

The Various Civilizational Roles Of Bitcoin

A response to Charlie Munger's criticisms of Bitcoin and the roles Bitcoin will play in civilization.

Made For Each Other: How Pickleball Embodies The Values Of Bitcoin

Pickleball and Bitcoin both value attributes that create communities interested in learning, self-improvement and fun.

Bitcoin Miner Greenidge Generation Reaches Debt Restructuring Deal With NYDIG

The deal will involve NYDIG taking ownership of miners, with the aim to lessen chances of a bankruptcy.

HRF Bitcoin Development Fund Awards $325,000 In New Grants

12 projects across five continents have received $325,000 in funding from the Human Rights Foundation.

The Africa Bitcoin Conference Showed That Africa Needs Bitcoin, Just As Bitcoin Needs Africa

This month’s Africa Bitcoin Conference underscored the need for Bitcoin on the continent and the progress of grassroots projects there.

Layer 2 Labs Raises $3M At Launch To Supercharge Bitcoin’s Ecosystem

The firm, led by BIP 300 and BIP 301 author Paul Sztorc, is on a mission to bring privacy, scalability and better UX solutions to Bitcoin.