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Bitcoin’s Hashrate Reaches 618 EH/s, Establishing a New 7-Day SMA Record in 2024

Bitcoin’s computing power has reached a new peak, ascending to 618 exahash per second (EH/s) as shown by the seven-day simple moving average. Currently, 56 entities are contributing at least 916.26 megahash per second (MH/s) to the network, with…


March 11, 2024 0

Blockchain Basics Act Introduced in Ohio, South Carolina, and Mississippi

The Blockchain Basics Act, a series of regulations aimed at safeguarding people’s cryptocurrency rights at a state level, has been introduced in three more U.S. states: Ohio, South Carolina, and Mississippi. With this move, similar cryptocurrency…


February 19, 2024 0

Bitcoin Miner Marathon Acquires 2 High-Capacity Mining Facilities for $178.6M

On Tuesday, Marathon Digital Holdings, a leading bitcoin mining company listed on public markets, revealed its acquisition of two fully operational bitcoin mining facilities, representing a combined capacity of 390 megawatts (MW). For these facilities, Marathon invested a total of $178.6 million in cash, averaging $458,000 per MW. Marathon Boosts Mining Capacity Ahead of Bitcoin […]


December 20, 2023 0

Bulgaria’s Oldest Soccer Club Botev Plovdiv Adds Bitcoin as a Payment Option

Bulgaria's Oldest Soccer Club Botev Plovdiv Adds Bitcoin as a Payment OptionPFC Botev Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s oldest soccer team, recently said it now accepts bitcoin payments at fan shops and catering points during matches. Fans who make payments using the top cryptocurrency anytime in the month of November are eligible for a 10% discount.
Fans to Buy Tickets With BTC
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November 3, 2023 0

Hackers Steal $4.4 Million From 25 Users of Lastpass Password Management App

Hackers Steal $4.4 Million From 25 Users of Lastpass Password Management AppDigital assets worth approximately $4.4 million were reportedly stolen from more than 80 addresses belonging to 25 users of the password management app Lastpass. Crypto theft investigator Zachxbt has urged crypto asset holders using the password manager to consider removing their keys and passphrases from the app. More Than 80 Addresses Compromised According to the […]


October 29, 2023 0

Binance US Suspends Withdrawals in US Dollars

Binance US Suspends Withdrawals in US DollarsCrypto exchange Binance US has suspended withdrawals in U.S. dollars. Users who want to withdraw their USD funds must first convert them into stablecoins or other cryptocurrencies, which can then be withdrawn. Binance US Updates Dollar Withdrawal Policy Binance US, the U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange affiliated with Binance, updated its terms of use on Tuesday. The […]


October 19, 2023 0

Russian Crypto Exchange Moves Money for Gaza Groups, Report

Russian Crypto Exchange Moves Money for Gaza Groups, ReportPalestinian militant organizations, including a Hamas-linked Islamist group, have been using a Moscow-based crypto exchange to transfer millions, a press report revealed. The U.S.-sanctioned platform, which allows customers to convert Russian cash to crypto and then withdraw fiat abroad, has been also serving criminal gangs and rich Russians, sources claim. Russian Exchange Allegedly Transfers Millions […]


October 16, 2023 0

Ferrari Starts Accepting Crypto Payments for Luxury Sports Cars

Ferrari Starts Accepting Crypto for Luxury Sports CarsFerrari has reportedly begun accepting payment in cryptocurrency. The Italian luxury sports car manufacturer cited requests from both the market and dealers as the primary motivation for this decision. “This will help us connect to people who are not necessarily our clients but might afford a Ferrari,” said an executive of the company.
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October 15, 2023 0

Over 20,000 Ukrainians Sign Up for Free Course on Crypto, Official Says

Over 20,000 Ukrainians Sign Up for Free Course on Crypto, Official SaysCrypto classes organized for Ukrainians have begun on a government-run portal, a minister announced. More than 20,000 people have registered for the educational course in the war-torn country which maintains an objective to become “the best crypto jurisdiction.” Thousands of Ukrainians to Study About Bitcoin, Mining, and Smart Contracts Ukraine’s ‘Дія. Цифрова освіта’ (Diia Digital […]


March 2, 2023 0

Coinbase Fined €3.3 Million in Netherlands, Exchange Considers Appeal

Coinbase Fined €3.3 Million in Netherlands, Exchange Considers AppealThe Dutch central bank has imposed a fine on crypto exchange Coinbase for providing services in the past without the necessary registration. The trading platform, which has until March to object to the measure, is currently considering an appeal against the move. Dutch Monetary Authority Fines Coinbase for Operating Without Registration De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) […]


January 27, 2023 0