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"Understanding Bitcoin Halving: A Comprehensive Guide for Investors"
cryptocurrency-and-blockchain1 year ago

"Understanding Bitcoin Halving: A Comprehensive Guide for Investors"

The Bitcoin community is eagerly anticipating the quadrennial halving, with celebrations planned and a host of project launches and competitions timed to coincide with the event. Meanwhile, the Solana blockchain has released a software update to address network congestion, Ethereum developers are preparing for the "Pectra" upgrade, and rare "Satoshi-era" bitcoin has been transferred after 14 years. Additionally, high-profile crypto projects continue to launch their own layer-2 chains, and venture capitalists are showing interest in decentralized physical infrastructure networks. Multiple blockchain projects have also secured significant fundraising rounds, and upcoming events in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space are scheduled around the world.

cryptocurrency-and-blockchain1 year ago

Bitcoin's Cry for Help: The Endless Saga of Price Booms and Busts

Bitcoin's price hits a new all-time high as billions flow into spot ETFs, while Ethereum's influence attracts Bitcoiners and other blockchain representatives at conferences. Bitcoin Improvement Proposal editor Luke Dashjr's call for backup is acknowledged, and the U.S. Department of Energy drops its mandatory survey for bitcoin miners. Ethereum's upcoming upgrade, Dencun, is expected to lower costs for layer-2 blockchains, and startups like Sahara and Taiko secure significant funding. Tron leads in daily average users among blockchains, and Token Terminal's data shows its ranking.

"Crypto Investment Giants Franklin Templeton and BlackRock Embrace Bitcoin and Ethereum"
cryptocurrency-and-blockchain2 years ago

"Crypto Investment Giants Franklin Templeton and BlackRock Embrace Bitcoin and Ethereum"

Franklin Templeton CEO Jenny Johnson acknowledges the demand for Bitcoin and the potential of blockchain technology, despite previously calling Bitcoin a distraction from blockchain. The investment firm has launched a tokenized fund on the stellar blockchain and plans to raise $20 million for a blockchain venture fund. Johnson highlights the fear component driving interest in Bitcoin as a hedge against oppressive governments and emphasizes the complexity of managing private keys, making Bitcoin ETFs attractive to investors. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently approved spot Bitcoin ETFs, including applications by Franklin Templeton, BlackRock, GrayScale, and VanEck. Franklin Templeton's Twitter account hinted at future plans involving Ethereum and Solana, while a spokesperson stated that the company continuously monitors developments in digital assets and ETF ecosystems.