Bitcoin

Taking a look at this past week's stories making waves in the cryptocurrency space: El Salvador adopting bitcoin as legal tender, the IMF's cautious warning, and various U.S. lawmakers questioning bitcoin's volatility. Plus, an update on China's bitcoin mining crackdowns.

11 июн. 2021 г.

Some bitcoin options traders are making wagers on $200K bitcoin by the end of the year, even as the cryptocurrency continues to struggle following last month's dramatic fall. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

11 июн. 2021 г.

A spokesperson for the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said El Salvador’s plans to adopt bitcoin as legal tender raises “macroeconomic, financial, and legal issues.” The team for “The Hash” considers the potential impact of IMF’s signals of resistance and the influence IMF holds over developing countries.

11 июн. 2021 г.

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey said Thursday it is "only a matter of time" before the Bitcoin Lightning Network integrates with Twitter to accommodate BTC transactions. "The Hash" panel responds to the news.

11 июн. 2021 г.

Japan-based crypto exchange bitFlyer introduces cross-border trading in the U.S. by allowing users to trade bitcoin in Japanese yen pairs. Joel Edgerton, CEO of bitFlyer USA, joins “First Mover” to discuss the development. Plus, Edgerton’s bitcoin markets analysis and outlook.

11 июн. 2021 г.

Edan Yago, the co-founder of decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Sovryn with business interests in Latin America, explores the domino effect of El Salvador's bitcoin adoption on other countries. Plus, reaction to U.S. lawmakers' concerns of bitcoin's volatility.

11 июн. 2021 г.

Bitcoin hits highs above $38K early Thursday after The Basel Committee, which sets international banking standards, gives banks the green light to hold bitcoin and other digital assets. CoinDesk's Christine Lee breaks down the data.

10 июн. 2021 г.

Argo Blockchain CEO Peter Wall addresses bitcoin's growing energy problem in light of recent developments around El Salvador exploring volcano-powered bitcoin mining and China's continued crackdowns on bitcoin mining operations. Plus, his comments on Argo's recent stock performance and outlook.

10 июн. 2021 г.

Volcano-powered bitcoin mining goes from Twitter idea to official state policy in El Salvador, with President Nayib Bukele stating he would encourage volcano mining in the nation. He has instructed a state-owned geothermal electric company to make green energy available to do so. Is El Salvador becoming a bitcoin mecca? "The Hash" panel weighs in.

10 июн. 2021 г.

"The Hash" team explores the pros and cons of using bitcoin as a form of payment.

10 июн. 2021 г.