Politics
Major Mining Pools’ Bitcoin Hashrate Nears Recovery as Kazakhstan’s Internet Is Partially Restored
The world’s second-biggest mining country has been engulfed in civil unrest over the past week.
Indian Ruling Party-Aligned Group Takes Stance on Crypto Regulation
The group is unlikely to have much influence on government policy, analysts said.
Most Influential 2021: Kristin Smith
The Blockchain Association’s executive director is one of crypto’s staunchest advocates on the Hill.
Bitcoin Adoption Among Far-Right Extremists Leaves Its Mark on the Blockchain
According to cryptocurrency analytics firm Elliptic, bitcoin as a means of payment among far-right extremists is growing in popularity, which is tracking traces left on the blockchain by such groups. "The Hash" squad discusses the specifics, reactions, and implications of bitcoin in politics.
Brock Pierce Returns to Politics, May Run for US Senate
Pierce said that he is weighing a run for the seat of retiring Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont.
What’s the SEC Saying About Crypto?
Interpreting statements from SEC officials may really be just like reading tea leaves.
The SEC Still Doesn’t Like Spot Bitcoin ETFs
The latest rejection shows how far the bitcoin ETF war has left to go.
Bitcoin Politics From Left to Right and Off the Map
Bitcoin has attracted intense interest from conservatives and right-wingers. But activists from across the political spectrum have found their own good reasons to embrace it.
