Bitcoin Mining Can Reduce Up To 8% Of Global Emissions: Report | ZeroHedge

Authored by Ezra Reguerra via CoinTelegraph.com,

A paper published by the Institute of Risk Management (IRM) concluded that Bitcoin has the potential to be a catalyst for a global energy transition. 

IRM Energy and Renewables Group members Dylan Campbell and Alexander Larsen published a report titled “Bitcoin and the Energy Transition: From Risk to Opportunity.”

The paper argued that while BTC was perceived as a risk because of its energy consumption, it can also (more…)

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Here’s Where Grassroots Crypto Adoption Is Highest | ZeroHedge

Of 154 countries analyzed by blockchain data platform Chainalysis, India ranks the highest in grassroots crypto adoption by far.

While countries with higher purchasing power would naturally score better when looking at transaction volumes, according to Chainalysis experts, the index measures where "average, everyday people are embracing crypto the most."

However, this result has to be taken with a grain of salt and can't be seen as indicative of a rise in the (more…)

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Bitcoin Vs Ethereum: A Culture War Rooted In First Principles | ZeroHedge

Authored by Willem Schroe via BitcoinMagazine.com,

Bitcoin and Ethereum, despite acting as twin forces for accelerating and adopting cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies, have historically been at odds with each other due to the “L1 wars” and their vocal online proponents.

To some, the rivalry may seem like a mere culture war within the crypto community.

However at its’ root, it's a reflection of distinct foundational beliefs resulting in divergence. (more…)

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