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Consensus 2022: Web3, unpacking regulations, and optimism for crypto’s future

“Everything is bigger in Texas” proved to be true during Consensus 2022. The crypto conference took place June 9–12 in Austin, Texas, this year, attracting 17,000 people from across the globe, despite the 100-degree plus weather. According to the event sponsors, Consensus 2018, which was held at the Hilton Hotel in New York, had previously […]

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams speaks out against PoW mining ban legislation

The Mayor has been a proponent of the crypto industry and has now pledged support for sustainable Bitcoin miners by asking Governor Hochul to veto a two-year moratorium on mining. 294 Total views 34 Total shares New York City’s Mayor Eric Adams spoke out on Monday, June 13, against a bill just one step away […]

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Chinese chip designer reportedly filed for $50M Nasdaq IPO

Chinese mining chip designer Nano Labs has applied for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States to raise $50 million on Nasdaq amid sluggish market conditions. 998 Total views 36 Total shares Chinese mining chip designer Nano Labs has applied for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States to raise $50 […]

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Bitcoin’s real energy use questioned as Ethereum founder criticizes BTC

A founding member of Ethereum has claimed that Bitcoin uses nearly 1% of the world’s electricity, but different sources put it substantially lower. 2697 Total views 29 Total shares The ever-raging debate around Bitcoin’s energy consumption has been re-ignited, with founding member of Ethereum Anthony Donofrio claiming that Bitcoin is using “way too much” energy.  […]

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Bitcoin miners say NY ban will be ineffective and ‘isolate’ the state

Two Bitcoin miners have told Cointelegraph that if the bill banning Proof-of-Work mining for two years in New York becomes law, it would end up triggering an exodus of mining companies from the state and do little to address the intended goals of the moratorium. GEM Mining CEO John Warren told Cointelegraph on June 8 […]

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Bitcoin miners say NY ban will be ineffective and ‘isolate’ the state

Two Bitcoin miners have told Cointelegraph that if the bill banning proof-of-work (PoW) mining for two years in New York becomes law, it would end up triggering an exodus of mining companies from the state and do little to address the intended goals of the moratorium. GEM Mining CEO John Warren told Cointelegraph on Wednesday […]

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Thailand’s crypto islands: Working in paradise, Part 1

Walking into Remote and Digital’s La Casa co-working space on the tropical island of Koh Pha-ngan, you wonder how anybody gets any work done. I sip a cocktail and wait for my burrito as James Brown plays in the background. There’s a real palm tree growing at the edge of the cafe, and behind it […]

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Law Decoded, May 30–June 6: Terra’s aftermath in China, Japan and South Korea

Last week brought some notable reactions to the stablecoin’s depegging in the East Asia region. 723 Total views 14 Total shares The “long waves” of TerraUSD’s May 7 collapse, which we noted two newsletters ago, are extending even further. Last week brought some notable reactions to the stablecoin’s depegging in the East Asia region.  A […]

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New York’s push to ban crypto mining triggers response from community

In a tweet, lawyer Jake Chervinsky expressed his hopes that the governor will veto the bill “for the sake of New York.” 1238 Total views 14 Total shares As the state of New York pushes forward a bill that will ban proof-of-work (PoW) mining once approved, members of the crypto community express their disagreement through […]

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6 Questions for Nikki Farb of Headline

We ask the buidlers in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sector for their thoughts on the industry… and throw in a few random zingers to keep them on their toes! This week, our 6 Questions go to Nikki Farb — an active investor and advisor to technology companies who is currently a venture partner at Headline, […]

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