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Mercado Bitcoin Director: ‘Crypto Adoption in Brazil Is Happening’
Crypto is booming in Brazil as its largest exchange Mercado Bitcoin raises $200 million from the SoftBank Latin America Fund. Mercado Bitcoin’s Fabricio Tota discusses the state of crypto in the country. “Crypto adoption here in Brazil and South America is really happening,” Tota said.
Will Chinese Bitcoin Miners Come to Texas?
Argo Blockchain CEO Peter Wall discusses the great migration of bitcoin miners amid China's crypto ban and why some may be headed to Texas. Plus, how his firm is lowering carbon emissions in response to rising concerns over bitcoin's energy consumption.
Valkyrie CIO and Co-founder Steven McClurg: Bitcoin in Rangebound Until End of Summer
Bitcoin was holding support around $33K Tuesday and is down about 5% over the past week. The cryptocurrency had a choppy trading session during Asia hours and is stuck in a tight range since June. Valkyrie CIO and co-founder Steven McClurg discusses the outlook for bitcoin and whether it will break out soon. "I definitely see us stuck here over the summer," he said, commenting on bitcoin's trajectory. Plus, why McClurg says he thinks inflation is not transitory and the impact of China's crypto crackdowns on bitcoin's price and hashrate.
How Crypto Miner Griid Is Tackling Bitcoin's Energy Challenge
Harry Sudock, VP of Strategy at bitcoin mining firm Griid, responds to bitcoin's growing environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) concerns, discussing how Griid is procuring renewable energy to supply a portfolio of bitcoin mining facilities. "We have an overwhelmingly carbon-free and renewable-focused portfolio, not because we have an ESG mandate, but because that's the way we achieve the best results," Sudock said. Plus, insights into miners migrating out of China and whether this is a greener way forward.
Bitcoin Holds Support; Faces Resistance at $36K
Bitcoin is holding support above $33K. Initial resistance is now seen at $36K, as short-term buyers continue to take profits. CoinDesk's Michael Casey breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Bitcoin Under Pressure?
Bitcoin is trading under pressure as currency markets price in prospects of an upbeat U.S. nonfarm payrolls release, which could amplify concerns of an early unwinding of stimulus by the Federal Reserve. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
What’s Next After Bitcoin Hit With Worst Q2 Price Drop?
Bitcoin registers its worst second-quarter performance since 2018 and remains rangebound heading into the weekend. CoinDesk’s Christie Harkin and Brad Keoun discuss the week’s top stories moving the crypto markets: the reported death of billionaire bitcoin advocate Mircea Popescu and NYDIG bringing crypto purchases to 650 banks with NCR.
Are Greater Rewards Going to Bitcoin Miners Outside of China?
CoinDesk Managing Tech Editor Christie Harkin and "First Mover" Editor Brad Keoun joins "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee for a global outlook on next week's crypto markets activity and whether the worst is China crackdowns are behind us.
Bitcoin: Seven-Day Moving Average of Active Addresses at Lowest Level Since April
As cryptocurrency markets struggle to gain traction, new data reveals a declining number of bitcoin active addresses. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Where Will the Miners Go Following China’s Renewed Crypto Crackdown?
The calendar may provide a clue to China’s recent crypto crackdowns, with some saying it is at least plausible the Chinese authorities would send a strong warning to the crypto industry in the weeks leading up to July 1, the 100th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party.