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Crypto custodian BitGo enables institutional Bitcoin yield with Core

[Dec 10 10:06 AM] BitGo, a crypto custodian offering various Bitcoin staking options, now allows institutional clients to secure extra BTC rewards with Core’s dual staking model.

What Is Kaspa (KAS) Blockchain?

[Feb 4 1:00 PM] The Kaspa (KAS) blockchain is a decentralized, open-source, and scalable Layer-1 solution often referred to as “Bitcoin 2.0” or “the next Bitcoin.” However, Kaspa is unique in its own way despite functioning very similarly…

3 Bitcoin-Like Proof Of Work Altcoins That Could Make You A Millionaire In 2024

[Nov 30, 2023 5:00 PM] Bitcoin is still the leading proof of work blockchain and has already made massive moves over the years, with countless millionaires at the same time. However, with the price of Bitcoin having moved so much already, the upside is fairly limited…

Bitmain to Support Aleo’s PoW Blockchain With Latest Antminer Release

[Oct 23, 2023 8:00 AM] Crypto mining rig manufacturer Bitmain plans to release a new Antminer supporting the proof-of-work (PoW) blockchain network Aleo. The announcement comes after Bitmain’s recent launches of filecoin and kaspa machines and the company’s…

Deciphering the Differences Between Proof-of-Stake and Proof-of-Work

[Sep 17, 2023 1:30 AM] As cryptocurrencies continue to evolve, two key consensus mechanisms have emerged for validating transactions on the blockchain: proof-of-work (PoW) and proof-of-stake (PoS). This explainer will examine how these protocols differ and the unique…

Apocalypse PoW: Bitcoin and the End of Days

[Sep 11, 2023 9:02 AM] Annihilation commencing. Whether through poorly conceived boot up instructions to a novel AI, a global war between desperate nation states, or the final rug pull of our fragile ozone layer - the end of the world hasn’t felt this tangible since…

While Bitcoin’s Hashrate Remains Sky-High, Merge-Mined Crypto Asset Networks Benefit

[Mar 6, 2023 11:30 AM] In recent times, Bitcoin’s hashrate has been consistently above 300 exahash per second (EH/s) as multiple mining pools dedicate significant hashpower to the Bitcoin blockchain today. Interestingly, some of the world’s top bitcoin…

Redemption and Reshuffling: BUSD’s Exit From Top 10 Cryptocurrencies Shakes Market Valuations

[Mar 6, 2023 8:30 AM] It has been 21 days since Paxos revealed that it would no longer mint the stablecoin BUSD. Since then, over 7 billion BUSD stablecoins have been redeemed. Prior to the announcement, BUSD was once a top-ten crypto asset. However, the top ten…

Ethereum’s Transition to Proof-of-Stake Yields Deflationary Results

[Feb 20, 2023 1:00 PM] After the transition from proof-of-work (PoW) to proof-of-stake (PoS), Ethereum’s annual issuance rate has been reduced to negative 0.057%, according to statistics 158 days after The Merge. The metrics indicate that more ethereum tokens have…

Rumor has it that Dogecoin could shift to proof-of-stake — What does that mean for miners?

[Jan 31, 2023 1:15 PM] Dogecoin shifting to proof-of-stake would be good for the environment, but what impact would it have on miners and ASIC manufacturers?

‘Ultra Sound’ Money — Simulation Shows Ethereum’s Inflation Rate Is Significantly Lower Using Proof-of-Stake

[Dec 29, 2022 2:30 PM] Its been 105 days since Ethereum transitioned from a proof-of-work (PoW) blockchain to a proof-of-stake (PoS) network and the number of Ethereum validators is set to surpass 500,000 in 2023. According to metrics, Ethereum’s issuance rate of…

Applied Direct Response — ERCOT Study Shows Bitcoin Mining Is Beneficial to the Texas Grid

[Dec 3, 2022 2:30 PM] On Nov. 29, 2022, The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) published a report on seasonal assessment and resource adequacy for the ERCOT region. ERCOT’s study indicates that bitcoin mining operations are flexible operations that can be…

Data Shows There’s No Profits Left for Bitcoin Miners That Can’t Obtain Cheap Electricity, Run Efficient Mining Rigs

[Nov 30, 2022 2:30 PM] During the last few weeks bitcoin’s cost of production has been higher than the leading crypto asset’s spot market value and in turn, this has put massive pressure on bitcoin miners. On Nov. 30, 2022, statistics show if miners paying for…

New York's mayor seeks balance with regulators after PoW mining moratorium

[Nov 26, 2022 3:51 PM] Adams said New York is still focused on becoming a crypto hub, but statewide efforts to reduce emissions can be combined with this goal.