Bitcoin mining causing health issues in Texas residents

Texas is rapidly becoming a Bitcoin mining hub, butresidents of local towns are experiencing hearing issues, headaches, dizziness, and sleep disturbance.  The conflict between the economic interests of Bitcoin (BTC) mining in Texas and the quality of life of its residents is escalating, underscoring the need for comprehensive policy solutions. Texas is home to 10 out of the 34 major Bitcoin mines in the United States. In 2021, when China decided to crack down on Bitcoin mining, numerous mining companies like Marathon Digital and Hut 8 moved to Texas due…

Why Blockbuster Games Will Soon Be Built on Modular Appchains

Implementing Web3 technology into the stack would transform the AAA economic model, opening up the marketplaces to a global audience of gamers and enthusiasts who watch more than play and want to participate in the economy. Game companies will not only be able to monetize in their walled garden, but also every global NFT marketplace. In addition to opening up to a wider marketplace, the scope of purchases would skyrocket. Land, assets, cars, skins, gear, and more would be open to buyers, fans, and enthusiasts across the globe. Source

Is $73,000 The Top For Bitcoin? Analyst Identifies Where BTC Is In This Cycle

In March, Bitcoin hit an all-time high above $73,000, sparking debates amongst market watchers and analysts about whether the cryptocurrency  has hit its top this cycle. However, a crypto analyst has provided an in-depth analysis of Bitcoin’s recent price movements and future outlook, suggesting that the pioneer cryptocurrency still has substantial upside momentum ahead.  Analyst Says Bitcoin Has Reached Second Early Cycle Top On July 11, a crypto analyst identified as ‘CryptoCon,’ took to X (formerly Twitter) to share insights into Bitcoin’s price movements based on the Relative Strength Index…

Digital Assets Thrive in H1 2024, CME and Glassnode Report Finds

Digital assets showed significant growth in the first half of 2024, driven by increased institutional interest and the approval of spot bitcoin ETFs. According to a report from CME Group and Glassnode, these factors have cemented digital assets as a crucial asset class with unique opportunities and inherent risks. Institutional Interest Drives Digital Asset Growth […] Source CryptoX Portal

SEC drops 3-year investigation into Stacks developer Hiro Systems

Crypto community has another reason to celebrate as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dropped its investigation against Hiro Systems, a developer firm integral to the Bitcoin Layer-2 network Stacks. A SEC filing on July 12 revealed that the regulator had closed its three-year investigation into Hiro Systems (formerly Blockstack) and would not be pursuing an enforcement action. The decision comes just a day after the SEC ended its investigation against stablecoin issuer Paxos. SEC ends 3-year investigation into Hiro Hiro raised $70 million in token sales between…

US Bitcoin ETFs Continue Inflow Streak, Funds Now Hold 4.47% of BTC’s Market Cap

The U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced another day of net inflows on Thursday, marking five consecutive trading days of positive movement. The ETFs accumulated $78.93 million, with Blackrock’s IBIT leading by bringing in $72.09 million. U.S. Bitcoin ETFs Record Fifth Consecutive Day of Inflows Among the 11 spot bitcoin ETFs trading in the […] Original

Over $2.85 Billion Of $100,000 Transactions Processed

Dalmas, a seasoned crypto reporter, brings a unique perspective to the industry. His specialization in NFTs, blockchain, DeFi, and blockchain news for NewsBTC, combined with a background in mechanical engineering and over a decade of experience in journalism, has allowed him to craft over 10,000 news and feature articles over the past eight years. His diverse range of topics, including technology, Forex, and finance, reflects his comprehensive understanding of the crypto landscape. His technical expertise and analytical skills have been recognized and featured by leading news outlets such as Investing.com,…

IOTA Foundation Explores DAG Technology to Overcome Blockchain Limitations

The IOTA Foundation’s ‘Beyond the Chain’ workshop, held on May 31, 2024, at Trinity College Dublin, provided a comprehensive look at how Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) technology can address the inherent limitations of traditional blockchains, according to the IOTA Foundation Blog. Insights from the Workshop The workshop was part of the IEEE International Conference on Blockchain and Cryptocurrency, which ran from May 27 to May 31, 2024. The event featured contributions from several IOTA Foundation members and attracted a significant audience despite being held on…