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Bitcoin’s Turning Point: Counting Down to the Most Important Halving in History

In celebration of the historic fourth Bitcoin halving and to ring in a new epoch in sound money, Bitcoin Magazine and Kraken are pleased to present the Bitcoin Halving Livestream. This event will bring together prominent voices in the Bitcoin…

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How did Satoshi Think of Bitcoin?

The following is an essay originally published on Unchained.com by Dhruv Bansal, CSO and Co-founder of Unchained, the Official US Collaborative Custody Partner of Bitcoin Magazine. For more information on services offered, custody products, and the relationship between Unchained and Bitcoin…

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Who Will Be The Next Spot Bitcoin ETF Issuer To Support BTC Developers After Bitwise And VanEck?

Of the 11 financial institutions that issued spot Bitcoin ETFs in January 2024, only two — Bitwise and VanEck — have pledged to donate a percentage of their profits to open-source Bitcoin development. Regardless of whether large holders are harassing…

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The Technical Architecture of the Quantum Cats

Quantum Cats is a collection of 3333 Ordinals Inscriptions that evolve over time, to reveal different artwork. This is the first ever collection of Inscriptions that will evolve over time, and was created in a time of high fees and…

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6 Common Pitfalls of Self-Directed and Checkbook Bitcoin IRAs

Originally published on Unchained.com.Unchained is the official US Collaborative Custody partner of Bitcoin Magazine and an integral sponsor of related content published through Bitcoin Magazine. For more information on services offered, custody products, and the relationship between Unchained and Bitcoin…

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A Deep Dive Into Bitcoin Miners’ Strategies During The Halving

The Bitcoin halving event is pivotal in the cryptocurrency world, impacting miners’ strategies and the entire network’s dynamics. As the rewards for mining new blocks are slashed in half, miners must adapt their approaches to maintain profitability and network stability.…

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TD Bank Releases Commercial Explaining The Bitcoin Halving And Promotes ETFs

TD Bank subsidiary TD Direct Investing recently uploaded a video on its YouTube channel explaining in detail the upcoming Bitcoin halving event, expected around April 19 or 20. The commercial serves to educate viewers on the significance of this event within the…

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Quality Money: Bitcoin to Become Scarcer than Gold Post-Halving

The Bitcoin Halving: Gold is on Borrowed Time For the first time since its inception, Bitcoin’s annual inflation rate is poised to become less than that of gold, the quintessential store of value. At Bitcoin block height 840,000, the annual…

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Crypto Wallet Maker Keystone Debuts Bitcoin-Only Firmware for Flagship Device

Crypto wallet company Keystone recently released bitcoin-only firmware for its most advanced device, the Keystone 3 Pro. It is here! 📢 The #Bitcoin only firmware release for Keystone 3 Pro is now Available. New Features including:-Blue, Sparrow, Nunchuk support-Taproot support…

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Holding Onto Your Bitcoin: Don’t Get Killed On Taxes

This article originally appeared in the Sound Advisory blog. Sound Advisory provides financial advisory services and specializes in educating and guiding clients to thrive financially in a bitcoin-powered world. Click here to learn more. One of the simplest and most…

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Bitcoin Payment Processor BTCPay Server To Debut Origin Story Documentary In Poland

BTCPay Server, an open-source bitcoin payment processor, is set to premiere a feature documentary titled “My Trust In You Is Broken” at the Bitcoin Film Fest in Warsaw, Poland, on April 19. The documentary, directed by Parker Worthington, delves into…

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The U.S. Needs To Lead in Bitcoin, Says Congressman Patrick McHenry

At the Bitcoin Policy Summit in Washington DC today, U.S. Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) emphasized the importance of the United States taking a leadership role in Bitcoin and not lagging behind in during a fireside chat with Club for Growth President David McIntosh. JUST…

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The BitVM Liquidity Crunch Issue

BitVM has recently come under some scrutiny after the Taproot Wizards, Tyler and Rijndael, posted their criticism of the liquidity requirements imposed on the operator of a BitVM based two-way peg. In all the recent discussions around BitVM based layer…

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WATCH: The Bitcoin Policy Summit is Happening Now in Washington, DC

The second annual Bitcoin Policy Summit by the Bitcoin Policy Institute begins today in Washington, DC and features leading bipartisan lawmakers, Bitcoin experts and human rights advocates. Congressional representatives include Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Kirsten Gillibrand U.S. Senator (D-NY), Wiley Nickel…

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Fully Noded: The Basics and Benefits of Running a Bitcoin Node

Bitcoin is a decentralized and finite digital currency, it’s verifiable by anyone anywhere in the world. This is the chief reason people have any interest in holding it at all. No one can dilute the supply, no one can counterfeit…

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Skybridge’s Anthony Scaramucci Predicts $170,000 Bitcoin Price

Anthony Scaramucci, founder of major investment firm Skybridge Capital, predicted a Bitcoin price target of $170,000 in the current cycle during an appearance on CNBC’s Closing Bell. NEW: Skybridge’s Anthony Scaramucci says #Bitcoin halving is still not priced in. Predicts…

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All 21 Million Bitcoin Already Exist Waiting To Be Unlocked By Auction

Most people who understand bitcoin know that there are two kinds of bitcoin. One is bitcoin, the asset which has a fixed supply and is quite volatile, and the second kind of Bitcoin, the network and protocol that maintains an…

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When is the next Bitcoin Halving?

Introduction As we approach the conclusion of the third epoch, the countdown to the next Bitcoin halving is firmly underway. The halving (also known as the “Halvening”) is one of the most important and innovative features of Bitcoin. Every 10…

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Publicly-Traded Bitcoin Miner Runs on 100% Renewable Energy, Audit Confirms

Publicly-traded bitcoin mining company Gryphon Digital Mining (“Gryphon”) is currently mining bitcoin with 100% renewable energy, according to a third-party audit the company has made public. Gryphon is taking a bold step in #ESG leadership by publishing its #carbonemissions data…

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National Emergency: Executive Order 6102 and the Heist of the Century

Introduction Ninety-one years ago today, President Franklin D. Roosevelt pulled off the greatest heist in American history. Unlike most robberies, this one was entirely legal. No safe-cracking was required; no ski masks, guns, or getaway cars. Just a pen and…