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Revenue Constraints Will Drive Bitcoin Mining to Sustainability

Proof-of-work mining has a place in global renewable energy adoption. But its larger role is ensuring economic freedom and liberty if nations are destabilized by climatic pressures.

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Bitcoin Breaks Below Key Technical Indicator, but Appears Poised to Continue Its Flat Trajectory

Wednesday’s Federal Reserve likely decision to raise the interest rate 25 basis points appears to be priced into crypto markets

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2024 Is Shaping Up to Be a 'Good Year' for Bitcoin: Galaxy Asset Management Head

Bitcoin is hovering around $29,000 as traders await another key interest rate decision from the U.S. Federal Reserve. Galaxy global head of asset management Steve Kurz discusses what to expect from the Fed and the implications for the crypto markets. Plus, Kurz's take on how dogecoin (DOGE) is performing amid excitement about Twitter's new look.

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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin at $29K Continues to Trade Near One-Month Low

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for July 25, 2023.

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Fed Preview: Crypto Observers See Powell Keeping Door Open for Rate Hikes Beyond July

A 25 basis point rate increase on Wednesday is a foregone conclusion. The question is whether the Fed will continue to raise rates in subsequent months.

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First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Holds Its Latest Foothold at $29.1K While Worldcoin Soars

PLUS: BTC's positive vibes may be waning as outflows from BTC investment products rose for the first time in weeks. But mining is in a better state than it was a year ago.

Bitcoin daily chart. (CoinDesk Indices)

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Crypto Catalysts: Rate Hike Looms as FOMC Begins Latest Monetary Policy Deliberations

The U.S. central bank has been telegraphing its intent to renew rate hikes for weeks. The Personal Consumption Expenditures report arrives Friday, but cryptos and other risk-on assets have been largely immune to macro events.

Fed Chair Jay Powell is set to speak after the central bank held policy steady (Helene Braun/CoinDesk)

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Chainalysis Testimony Raises the Question: Do We Know How Well Any Such Software Works?

Chainalysis' head of investigations doesn't seem to have a great understanding of the accuracy of her company's flagship software. She’s not alone.

Tor Ekeland, interviewed by The Daily Dot radio's Nicole Powers in 2014.  (Modified by CoinDesk)

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The Single Most Important Truth About Bitcoin Mining, Energy and the Environment

Proof-of-work mining will help to decarbonize the grid and lower the cost of energy production, Reed College professor and Bitcoin Policy Institute fellow Troy Cross writes.

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