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Blockchain Insights
Comprehensive coverage on blockchain technology, encompassing its development, applications, and impact on various industries.
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Blockchain Insights
A Puppy Dies Every Time You Make A Bitcoin Transaction
Bitcoin currently consumes 200% of the world's electricity, all of its water, and has been linked to increased rates of syphilis among teenagers.
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New Paper Praises Bitcoin Mining As A Tool For Clean Energy Generation
Bitcoin miners enjoy a high degree of flexibility, and can take advantage of excess power supply.
Crypto Markets
Does Climbing Hashrate Indicate Low-Key Onboarding?
It's possible that institutions are striking deals directly with miners to buy coins OTC.
Opinion & Analysis
What Is "Decentralization", And Why Does It Matter?
Decentralization, a crucial but often misunderstood concept of blockchain, plays a central role in DeFi as it promotes security, transparency, and efficiency.
Blockchain Insights
Bitcoin More Environmentally Friendly Than EV Industry
Far from being a dangerous source of pollution, Bitcoin mining uses more sustainable power than any other major industry.
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OKX's L2 Raises Questions About Scaling Ecosystem
The exchange giant has a natural market for the platform in its 50 million-strong user base.
Games
Ubisoft Joins Forces With Immutable For Blockchain Gaming Breakthrough
Ubisoft partners with Immutable to integrate blockchain technology into gaming, aiming to enhance player experiences and advance Web3 games into the mainstream.
Crypto Markets
New UK Regulation To Embrace Crypto And DeFi
Stablecoins could be integrated into UK payment systems by 2024.
Safety & Security
Blockaid Emerges From Stealth
Blockaid, secures a robust $33 million in funding, underscoring its commitment to fortifying blockchain security landscapes.
Crypto Markets
Project Atlas: A Surveillance Initiative For Global Crypto Flows
Atlas aims to surveil global crypto transactions. It merges data from crypto exchanges and Bitcoin's blockchain, a move causing concerns about financial privacy.
Games
SKALE Gaming Makes Slam Dunk With Web3 NBA Tie-In
StrayShot's seamless use of SKALE technology is a powerful means of bringing new players to Web3.
Blockchain Insights
Unpacking Messari's Analysis On SKALE's Q3 2023 Performance
SKALE's Q3 2023 performance shows a meteoric rise in daily transactions and user engagement, driven by Exorde, Calypso, and Nebula.