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Crypto-Mining Host BitRiver Rus Had Net Zero Carbon Footprint in H2 2021
The carbon emissions of crypto mining are central to regulatory debates globally.
Bank of Russia Proceeds With Digital Ruble, Renews Push for Crypto Ban
Three Russian banks are piloting the CBDC, while the Bank of Russia is suggesting a new, harsher bill to ban cryptocurrencies in Russia.
Chainalysis Says ‘Criminal Whales' Account for 4% of the Overall Pod
A new report from blockchain research firm Chainalysis says criminal whales held over $25 billion worth of cryptocurrency at the end of 2021.
Bitcoin on the Rise Following Partial Pullback of Russian Troops
Bitcoin is rising with global markets following the partial pullback of Russian troops along the Ukraine border. Still, the rally is occurring on low volume. Meanwhile, new economic data shows another sign of runaway inflation. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Market Wrap: Altcoins Outperform as Geopolitical Concerns Fade
ETH rose 8% over the past 24 hours, compared with a 4% rise in BTC.
Bitcoin Rose About 3% Tuesday on Russia/Ukraine Optimism
It’s the largest gain in a week for the most popular of cryptos.
Russia's Top Officials Unable to Agree on Crypto Regulation, Despite Putin's Call for Compromise
Top Russian government officials failed to reach an agreement on how to regulate cryptocurrencies despite President Vladimir Putin calling for a quick solution. "The Hash" co-host George Kaloudis said that while it's weird Russia isn't immediately banning crypto, this disagreement isn't surprising. Plus, the panel points to the central bank's continued stress about crypto risks and why maintaining that stance is like "beating a dead horse."
What’s Moving the Crypto Markets?
Bitcoin rose above $44,000 for the first time since the end of last week as optimism over an easing of tensions around the Ukrainian border renewed investors’ appetite for risk-on assets. CoinFund’s Seth Ginns discusses his take on the catalyst for driving the markets higher and where BTC is headed next.
Russian Central Bank, Government No Closer to Crypto Compromise: Report
The government and central bank decided instead to formalize their disagreements.
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rangebound as Traders Hedge Risks
Macroeconomic uncertainty and Russia-Ukraine tensions have kept investors on edge.
