Cocoa has been named the best-performing commodity of 2024, leaving Bitcoin in the dust. While Bitcoin has captured attention all year, especially after it soared past $100,000 in December, cocoa’s performance has been even more impressive. Prices for cocoa, the main ingredient in chocolate, have nearly tripled since the start
Next year, when Donald Trump takes office again, many changes are expected in the U.S., and one of the most surprising could involve Bitcoin. On Polymarket, the world’s largest prediction platform, the chances of Trump setting up a “Strategic Bitcoin Reserve” during his first 100 days have jumped from 22%
Bitcoin mining is reaching new heights, and it’s creating a buzz in the world of cryptocurrency. The computing power used to mine Bitcoin has skyrocketed, jumping by more than six times since November 2019. But what does that really mean, and why is it so important? The Race to Mine
The debate about who created Bitcoin is heating up again, especially with a new HBO documentary on the way. This documentary is set to explore the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious figure behind Bitcoin, and fans of cryptocurrency are buzzing with excitement. Two Main Theories Recently, 10x Research released
Russian lawmakers have just approved a groundbreaking law that allows businesses to use Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for international trade, aiming to sidestep Western sanctions imposed after the Ukraine invasion. Set to take effect in September, this move is designed to solve payment delays with major trade partners like China,
In a groundbreaking decision, the Supreme Court of the United States overturned a long-standing rule that gave deference to government agencies’ interpretations of laws. Known as the Chevron doctrine, this rule allowed agencies significant power in setting regulations. The case, Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, marks a major shift towards
An anonymous Bitcoin donor dramatically changed Julian Assange’s fate by contributing over $500,000 in Bitcoin to help cover his hefty debts. This generous donation, combined with other contributions, allowed Assange to pay off the costs of his chartered flight and legal settlements, ensuring he could return to Australia debt-free after
Marathon Digital Holdings launched a project on May 31, 2024, to recycle heat from its 2-megawatt data center in Satakunta, Finland, heating a town of 11,000 residents. Leading Bitcoin miner Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA) today unveiled a creative pilot project to recycle heat produced by Bitcoin mining and
At the Libertarian National Convention, Trump pledges to shield Bitcoin holders from Senator Elizabeth Warren’s influence, emphasizing his support for self-custody and opposition to CBDC creation. Four percent of Americans possess Bitcoin. Although there are more Americans over 65 than under that number, how frequently do politicians discuss issues about
