The lead developer of Shiba Inu, Shytoshi Kusama, has a bold vision: creating a “Silicon Valley of Crypto” in the US. He wants to build a “Strategic Hub for Innovation and Blockchain” (S.H.I.B.) that will make the US the world leader in blockchain technology. A Hub for Growth and Innovation Kusama’s plan is all about…
The State of Michigan’s pension fund has made a big move into the world of cryptocurrencies, investing in both Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Michigan Leads the Way in Ethereum Investing The Michigan Retirement System, which manages the pensions of state employees, has invested over $6.9 million in the ARK/21Shares Bitcoin ETF. But what…
Token 2049 in Singapore was a wild ride! I got to see firsthand how crypto is exploding and changing the world. Here’s what I learned: Crypto’s Growing Up The biggest takeaway? Crypto is no longer a baby. Bitcoin and Ethereum are over 10 years old, and blockchain is becoming a part of our daily lives….
A well-known crypto analyst, who correctly predicted the 2022 market crash, is warning that a major unexpected event could send altcoins plummeting before the US election. Black Swan Event Could Trigger Altcoin Bloodbath The analyst, known as Capo, believes that a “black swan” event – an unpredictable and impactful event – could cause a significant…
T-Mobile’s parent company, Deutsche Telekom, is trying out a new way to use renewable energy: Bitcoin mining. Using Excess Energy for Bitcoin Deutsche Telekom’s subsidiary, MMS, is partnering with Bankhaus Metzler to launch a pilot project in Germany. The goal is to use excess energy from renewable sources to power Bitcoin mining operations. This isn’t…
Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya is sounding the alarm about the US economy. He claims that while official reports paint a rosy picture, the reality is much bleaker. Government Spending is Masking a Deeper Problem Palihapitiya argues that government spending is artificially propping up the economy. He points out that if you remove government spending from…
Bitcoin has been on a bit of a downward slide lately, losing about 7% after hitting a new high of $73,620 last week. Some analysts are seeing this as a potential sign of a reversal, but others are still bullish. A Tight Race and Market Uncertainty A Singapore-based crypto trading firm, QCP Capital, is betting…
The Crypto World is Buzzing Over the weekend, the crypto world was abuzz with talk about listing fees. Binance and Coinbase, two of the biggest crypto exchanges, were accused of demanding millions of dollars from projects to get listed. This sparked a heated debate about listing requirements, competition between exchanges, and even some good old-fashioned…
Crypto investment funds are having a moment. They’ve seen a massive influx of cash this year, hitting a record $29.2 billion. That’s a lot of money! Bitcoin Leads the Charge Bitcoin is the clear winner, with investors pouring $2.16 billion into Bitcoin-related products last week alone. This is a big deal, and it’s pushing the…
Binance founder, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), is back in the spotlight after spending four months in jail. He recently spoke at the Binance Blockchain Week conference and on a podcast, sharing his experiences and future plans. Back in the Public Eye CZ served time for violating the Banking Secrecy Act and accepted a plea deal. He…
