Donald Trump visits a cryptocurrency-themed bar called Pubkey in the West Village on September 18, 2024 in New York City.

Trump and His Crypto Cronies Have Big Plans. Be Afraid.

Politics / January 10, 2025 The incoming president and his Bitcoin-loving acolytes want to turn the government into their personal ATM. Ad Policy Donald Trump visits a cryptocurrency-themed bar called Pubkey in the West Village on September 18, 2024, in New York City. (Spencer Platt / Getty Images) Donald Trump hasn’t yet been sworn in […]

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What is blockchain and what can it do?

Illustration: Patcharapon Pachasirisakun (Getty Images) It is difficult to imagine how an intangible technology such as blockchain could transform the real estate sector. But it is arguably now a reality. Blockchain technology is enabling real-world assets, such as real estate and land, to be divided into smaller, transferable units. This process, known as tokenization, is […]

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Thailand to pilot cryptocurrency payments for tourists

Thailand to pilot cryptocurrency payments for tourists

Thailand has decided to trial cryptocurrency payments in Phuket as part of a pilot programme aimed at offering foreign visitors an alternative payment method.   The initiative was announced on 8 January 2025 by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira during a seminar hosted by the Marketing Association of Thailand, according to Nation […]

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What is Network Effect? Analyzing Value Growth in Connected Systems

What is Network Effect? This economic principle describes how a product or service gains additional value as more people use it, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of growth and increased utility. The telecommunications industry exemplified this concept when early telephone networks demonstrated that each new user made the service more valuable for existing participants. What is […]

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Court Denies James Howells' Bid for $770 Million Bitcoin Hard Drive (10/01/2025)

Court Denies James Howells’ Bid for $770 Million Bitcoin Hard Drive (10/01/2025)

The saga of a lost Bitcoin hard drive worth a staggering $770 million has come to an unfortunate end for James Howells, an IT engineer from Newport, Wales. After a prolonged and intense legal battle, a UK court has dismissed his efforts to reclaim the hard drive that contained 8,000 BTC, mined back in 2009. […]

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Bitcoin's Price Patterns Mirror 2016 Growth Amid Macro Trends (10/01/2025)

Bitcoin’s Price Patterns Mirror 2016 Growth Amid Macro Trends (10/01/2025)

Bitcoin’s price movement is drawing comparisons to the explosive growth seen in 2016-2017, as veteran Wall Street analyst Raoul Pal suggests that the Global M2 Money Supply may soon experience a significant recovery. This anticipated expansion could be a beacon of hope for investors wary of recent market fluctuations. Several analysts are keeping a vigilant […]

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Binance TR 2025 Cryptocurrency User Survey: Confidence in future of cryptocurrencies in Türkiye at 79%

Binance TR 2025 Cryptocurrency User Survey: Confidence in future of cryptocurrencies in Türkiye at 79%

Binance TR conducted the 2025 Cryptocurrency User Survey with the participation of 20,000 Turkish cryptocurrency users, analyzing the trends and preferences shaping the cryptocurrency ecosystem in Türkiye. The survey results clearly demonstrated that 79% of Turkish users have confidence in the long term viability of cryptocurrencies. When asked, “How confident are you in the long […]

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Crypto Market Slumps for Third Consecutive Day, Bitcoin Drops Below Key Support

Crypto Market Slumps for Third Consecutive Day, Bitcoin Drops Below Key Support

The cryptocurrency market continues to experience a steep downtrend, marking its third consecutive day of losses. Bitcoin (BTCUSD), the market leader, has fallen approximately 12% over this period, crossing below a critical support level not breached in the last 50 days. The current trading range of $89,500 to $90,000 is pivotal, and analysts suggest a […]

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Elon Musk Adjusts Ambitious $2 Trillion Budget Cut Plan

Elon Musk Adjusts Ambitious $2 Trillion Budget Cut Plan

In a recent interview, tech mogul Elon Musk shared some unexpected updates regarding his ambitious plans for budget cuts under the upcoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump. While Musk had previously aimed for a staggering $2 trillion reduction, his latest comments suggest a more tempered approach. During the discussion, Musk described the $2 trillion figure […]

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Ripple (XRP) Funding Rates Turn Negative: Will the Cryptocurrency Plunge?

How Modern Consumer Habits Are Transforming Global Payments How Modern Consumer Habits Are Transforming Global Payments How Modern Consumer Habits Are Transforming Global Payments How Modern Consumer Habits Are Transforming Global Payments How Modern Consumer Habits Are Transforming Global Payments How Modern Consumer Habits Are Transforming Global Payments The evolution of consumer expectations is reshaping […]

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