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Bitcoin and Carbon Emissions: A Closer Look at their Relationship

November 29, 2024

Let's dive into the relationship between Bitcoin (BTC) and carbon emissions (CO2) from 2017 to 2022. Recent studies have shown that cryptocurrencies and energy markets are quite volatile. This means the relationship between Bitcoin and carbon emissions might not be straightforward. Using tests from

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Bitcoin’s Future: A $250 Trillion Market Cap?

November 29, 2024

Bitcoin, the most prominent cryptocurrency, is on a roller-coaster ride. Standard Chartered predicts it could hit $125, 000 by the end of the year and then $200, 000 in 2025. However, some think even bigger. Michael Saylor from MicroStrategy believes Bitcoin could reach a market cap of $250 trillion

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Cryptocurrencies: The Hidden Impact of Scrypt Mining with ASICs

November 29, 2024

Ever wondered how cryptocurrencies like Litecoin stay secure? Well, they use something called Scrypt, a memory-intensive algorithm. Now, if you think about Bitcoin, it uses something similar called proof of work. But Scrypt does something extra—it makes your computer work a bit harder by frequently

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Bitcoin’s Trump Bump Turns Sour

November 26, 2024

Bitcoin, the top cryptocurrency, has dropped back below $93, 000. This downturn comes after a brief rally following Donald Trump's re-election. The price peaked at $98, 000 last week but suffered a setback, declining by over 6% in the last 24 hours. This reversal has put a temporary halt on hopes of

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The Race for Crypto Supremacy: How Alternatives Challenge Bitcoin

November 26, 2024

Bitcoin isn't alone in the crypto world. Let's take a look at some of its main competitors and how they stack up. Litecoin, for instance, has quicker transaction times, which is great for shopping but can cause headaches for miners dealing with orphaned blocks. Zcash, on the other hand, is all about

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Bridging Bitcoin Across Blockchains

November 26, 2024

Imagine you want to use your Bitcoin (BTC) on other blockchains, like Ethereum or Solana. That's what TeleBTC is all about—a clever way to wrap your BTC so it can move across different blockchains seamlessly. Why is this a big deal? Bitcoin isn't designed to work with other blockchains easily. It's

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Bitcoin's Race to $100, 000: What's Holding It Back?

November 26, 2024

Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency, has been struggling to break the $100, 000 mark after a rapid post-election rise. The cryptocurrency surged over 40% since the U. S. election, driven partly by pro-crypto comments from President Donald Trump. Bitcoin hit a new high of over $99, 000 last week but

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Bitcoin's Volume Boost: The Hidden Effect of Global Tensions

November 26, 2024

Imagine you're watching a soccer match between teams from different countries. When there's a big argument on the field, what happens? Often, the fans get more excited and start cheering louder. In a similar way, geopolitical risks—like conflicts or tensions between countries—can make Bitcoin's trad

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Rumble's New Treasury Plan: Betting Big on Bitcoin

November 26, 2024

Rumble, a video platform with a conservative following, is making headlines for its bold new treasury strategy. The company recently announced that it'll allocate a portion of its excess cash to buy bitcoin, with a cap of $20 million. This move isn't surprising, given the growing interest in cryptoc

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Investing in Bitcoin Without Owning It

November 25, 2024

Imagine having a stake in Bitcoin without actually buying any. This might sound like a dream, but it’s now a reality thanks to options trading. Options are contracts that give you the choice to buy or sell an asset at a fixed price by a certain date. You pay a fee, called a premium, to get this righ