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GEM Mining CEO on Rising Global Hashrate Amid the Russia-Ukraine Conflict
John Warren, GEM Mining CEO, joins “All About Bitcoin” to explain why the global hashrate for bitcoin mining is increasing while the Russia-Ukraine conflict causes political disturbance throughout the world. Plus, a conversation on the differences between publicly traded mining companies and private ones and GEM’s plans to launch another 14,000 miners.
Can Bitcoin’s Price Reach $1M?
Lark Davis, crypto analyst and author of Wealth Mastery Investor Report, joins “All About Bitcoin” to explain why bitcoin will eventually be worth $1 million. Plus, a conversation about Russia’s taxation on exchanging rubles for dollars or euros and the limited supply of bitcoin.
Data Suggests Number of Ordinary Russians Adopting Crypto Is on the Rise
In today’s “Chart of the Day” segment, Christine Lee presents a chart illustrating that the number of bitcoin addresses holding more than or equal to one dollar is rising alongside trading volume in Russia, possibly indicating that the crypto is being adopted as a financial safe haven by everyday Russians to preserve wealth and not by warmongers looking to avoid sanctions. Plus, data regarding investments flows into crypto funds.
Coinbase Touts Blacklist of 25K Russia-Linked Addresses Allegedly Tied to Illicit Activity
Combating accusations that crypto is an ideal sanctions evasion tool, Coinbase said it has long taken “proactive” steps to root out criminally tied Russians.
On Chinese Social Media, Justin Sun Says He Hopes to 'Strengthen Cooperation' With Russia
The Tron founder has been a prominent supporter of crypto fundraisers for Ukraine during Russia's invasion. But a comment posted only across his Chinese social media sent a more complicated message.
Crypto-Fund Inflows Tripled Last Week to Highest in Almost Three Months
A net $127 million went into digital-asset funds during the week ended March 4, with minor outflows in Europe and large inflows in the Americas.
Ukraine Is Buying Bulletproof Vests and Night-Vision Goggles Using Crypto
Some of the military suppliers to Ukraine have crypto accounts, said the Ukraine government.
How Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Has Impacted the Local Tech Community
Anton Altement, CEO and co-founder of crypto investment app OSOM, joins “First Mover” to discuss the impact of Russia’s invasion on their local developers in Ukraine and the crypto ecosystem. With most of their programmers in Ukraine, Altemenet explains the current sentiment on the ground as the Ukrainian people fight for their country’s sovereignty.
