Green Bitcoin? Over 52% of Mining Now Uses Sustainable Energy

The latest Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance report confirms the United States and Canada dominate global bitcoin mining, collectively controlling over 80% of reported activity. Bitcoin mining is now 52.4% reliant on sustainable energy, with hydropower (23.4%) and wind (15.4%) as leading sources. North America Dominance According to the latest Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance … Read more

US Treasury’s OFAC can’t restore Tornado Cash sanctions, judge rules

The US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control can’t restore or reimpose sanctions against the crypto mixing service Tornado Cash, a US federal court has ruled. Austin federal court judge Robert Pitman said in an April 28 judgment that OFAC’s sanctions on Tornado Cash were unlawful and that the agency was “permanently enjoined from … Read more

Strategy’s Bitcoin buys should be ‘super careless’ to pump price — Exec

Key takeaways: Richard Byworth says Michael Saylor’s Strategy could ramp up its Bitcoin buys by acquiring cash-rich companies and converting their cash into Bitcoin. He says that Strategy should consider accelerating purchases as the Bitcoin supply on exchanges continues to decline. Byworth argues that aggressively increasing Bitcoin holdings would boost Strategy’s mNAV, benefiting shareholders. Michael … Read more

Minister Confirms Continued Accumulation Despite IMF Loan Agreement

El Salvador’sMaria Luisa Hayem, the country’s Minister of Economy, announced that, despite a recent loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that stipulates halting Bitcoin accumulation, the nation plans to persevere in its Bitcoin acquisition strategy. In a live discussion, Hayem stated, “President Bukele has pledged to continue accumulating assets,” highlighting a firm dedication … Read more

President Trump Comments on Federal Reserve’s Performance Amid Interest Rate Changes

In a recent address on April 30th, former U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the Federal Reserve’s policies, particularly highlighting the recent declines in interest rates. Trump emphasized the importance of maintaining a cordial relationship with the Fed, suggesting that public criticism could undermine their autonomy. “While the Federal Reserve officials may not always excel … Read more

Xi Jinping Backs BRICS Bank’s Growth as Key Driver for Global South Economies

Chinese President Xi Jinping underscored BRICS’ New Development Bank (NDB) as a crucial emerging force in the global financial system during discussions with NDB President Dilma Rousseff. He emphasized that the NDB, spearheaded by BRICS nations, embodies the growing leadership of developing economies and stands as a golden symbol of Global South cooperation. Xi advocated … Read more

$2.17B in XRP Hot Capital Signals Sharp Increase in Trading

Still below its highest levels Regulatory delays and market sentiment XRP, the cryptocurrency closely associated with Ripple Labs, is witnessing a notable spike in trading activity, according to new data from blockchain analytics platform Glassnode.  The platform’s latest figures reveal that XRP’s “hot capital” — short-term investment inflows — surged from $0.92 billion on April … Read more