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Bitcoin and banking’s differing energy narratives are a matter of perspective

[ad_1] The Carbon Bankroll Report was released on May 17 as a collaboration among the Climate Safe Lending Network, The Outdoor Policy Outfit and Bank FWD. The collaboration made it possible to calculate the emissions generated due to a company’s cash and investments, such as cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities. The report revealed that for several large companies, such as Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft and Salesforce, the cash and investments
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Centralized vs. decentralized digital networks: Key differences

[ad_1] A decentralized digital network is not controlled by a central authority. Instead, control is distributed among its users. There is no single server or point of command. Rather, the network is run on a peer-to-peer basis, with each user wielding equal power and responsibility. A great example of a decentralized network is the internet, itself, which is not controlled by one authority. Rather, it is distributed among its users.
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Innovation in fiat on-ramps can overcome crypto’s expensive card fees

[ad_1] Being in crypto is all about taking an intelligent view towards money. We know that Bitcoin (BTC) is the future, both as a store of value and also as a means of payment, as layer 2 solutions such as the Lightning Network begin to flourish. It is, therefore, vital that every cryptocurrency user makes sure that they always obtain the most competitive price for every service. While millions of
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Bitcoin price threatens lowest weekly close since 2020 as inflation spooks markets

[ad_1] Bitcoin (BTC) dropped to two-week lows on June 11 as the week’s Wall Street trading ended with bears in control.BTC/USD 1-hour candle chart (Bitstamp). Source: TradingViewU.S. inflation print proves setbackData from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView followed BTC/USD as it reached $28,528 on Bitstamp, its lowest since May 28. The pair had fallen in step with stock markets on June 10, these finishing the week noticeably down — the
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Here’s how the Metaverse enables inclusivity for genderqueer people

[ad_1] In the wake of the rising popularity of games like Fortnite, Roblox and Minecraft and the concept of the Metaverse, the ability of “avatars” to escape unpleasant realities, or simply have fun, is emphatically relevant. It warrants a discussion on digital citizenship and the “inclusivity” of individuals and their identities in the virtual realm, and it provides new meaning for those with gender dysphoria or who identify as genderqueer.In
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Coin Center takes US Treasury to court over alleged financial spying

[ad_1] Coin Center, a Washingon, DC-based non-profit blockchain advocacy group, filed a lawsuit against the United States Department of the Treasury for allegedly provisioning an unconstitutional amendment in the controversial infrastructure bill.Coin Center lawsuit information about plaintiffs and defendants. Source: Case: 5:22-cv-00149-KKCIn an official announcement, Coin Center revealed the filing of a suit against the Treasury Department in federal district court — challenging the enforcement of Section 6050I’s reporting mandate within the