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The Sunshine Manifesto
I’ve been structuring my life around light cycles for the last 9 years. During that time I have come to believe it is likely the most significant variable in human health outcomes. This may seem enormously counterintuitive to many, however, due to an abundance of evidence combined with the personal life-changing effects that embracing sunlight had on me, I’m convinced it’s true. Like most other Americans, I grew up applying sunscreen anytime I went to the beach.
Compare: Physical Gold vs. Digital Gold - Which Is Best
Bitcoin and gold derive their value from their scarce monetary properties, but the value of Bitcoin is derived from its cryptographic technology, decentralization, and usability as digital gold. This article takes a comprehensive look at how these two forms of “gold” compare regarding value, accessibility, security, liquidity, and other key factors. Bitcoin is commonly referred to as digital gold by many industry experts.
Despite Bitcoin’s Soaring Price, Some Companies Still Struggle To Hire
Andy Thompson, a trailblazer in the bitcoin economy as the co-founder of Bitcoin Talent Co, challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding the tech layoffs over the past year. "Tech layoffs are often seen as a reflection of a bad economy, but the reality is more complex," Thompson explained. He highlighted the profound structural shifts in our economy—AI automation revolutionizing processes and non-zero interest rates enforcing a new monetary discipline on companies.
Interview with an Orange-pilled Financial Advisor
The financial advisory landscape is currently experiencing a monumental shift, which is going mostly unrecognized by those inside the industry. It’s a shift that will be happening to every industry, but since the shift we’re discussing here is from an easy, analog money to a sound, digital one, the money management industry is ground zero.
Bitcoin Miners Riot, Verde Driving Innovation And Emissions Reduction
In the ever-competitive world of bitcoin mining, operators are constantly on the lookout for ways to secure the cheapest energy possible. And it seems they may have found an unlikely ally in the form of wasted and overlooked energy sources, with some surprisingly positive economic and environmental benefits. Enter Riot Platforms and their recently announced investment in Reformed Energy.
Wall Street Bitcoin: What it Means For Bitcoin and You
With the successful launch of eleven Bitcoin ETFs, Wall Street has come into Bitcoin in a big way, and it will only get bigger. Is this good or bad for Bitcoin? Like many things in life, the answer is nuanced and uncertain. That said, I’d argue that Wall Street coming into Bitcoin has two significant impacts. The first is a net negative for the long-term financial freedom Bitcoin offers.
Bitcoin ETFs Provide Convenient Price Exposure, But At What Cost?
With the long-awaited bitcoin ETF debut, many investors may find themselves scrambling to finally invest. Being able to purchase bitcoin in the same account as your retirement savings or stock portfolio is certainly an easy way to gain price exposure to the nascent asset class. As a digital bearer asset, complete with its own layered payments network, bitcoin is unlike any other asset you’ve probably encountered.
What Bitcoin ETFs Mean for You
Bitcoin stands apart from conventional investment assets like stocks and bonds. Unlike these, Bitcoin offers direct ownership, enabling individuals to hold, transfer, and spend it, like they can with cash. Stocks and bonds require intermediaries for transactions, which introduce fees, taxes, and the hassle of conversion. Bitcoin allows for direct, peer-to-peer transactions, eliminating these complexities. Despite these differences, Bitcoin has captured the investment world’s attention.
Black Bitcoin Billionaires On Education As A Force For Change
Jack Dorsey and Jay-Z sparked some controversy in 2022 after establishing The Bitcoin Academy which focuses on empowerment through financial education. The uptick in Bitcoin’s recent price and possible Bitcoin ETF approval may prove the rap mogul was right about Bitcoin all along. Their website references bitcoin as the financial system of the future and offers free courses to residents at Marcy Houses.
Jack Dorsey, Bitcoin, And An Open-Source, Web 5 Economy
While crypto developers focus on Web 3 token development, there are a number of companies building open-source protocols and leveraging bitcoin for payments. “We made up Web 5 to show it’s all meaningless,” Jack Dorsey said in our interview, referencing the crypto tokens that are often criticized as Dorsey’s company Block Inc has recently placed a large emphasis on open-source development in support of the bitcoin space.
Bitcoin: empresas se preparan para un auge institucional Original
Mark Yusko, CEO de la gestora Morgan Creek Capital, prevé entradas de 300.000 millones de dólares una vez que la SEC apruebe un ETF de Bitcoin. "Los inversores institucionales se mostraron cautelosos a la hora de entrar en el sector de las criptomonedas debido a la incertidumbre normativa y a la preocupación por la custodia", afirma Yusko en la entrevista.
Swan Bitcoin 2023 Gift Guide
Swan now employs 145+ diverse individuals worldwide who share a dedication to Bitcoin as a common thread, making this year’s crowdsourced holiday gift guide all the more fun to browse. Below is our curated list — some practical and some playfully paying tribute to the vibrant Bitcoin community and culture.
$1 Million Bitcoin? Companies Preparing For An Institutional Surge
Mark Yusko, CEO of Morgan Creek Capital management predicts $300 billion in inflows once a bitcoin ETF is approved by the SEC. "Institutional investors have been cautious about entering the crypto space due to regulatory uncertainties and concerns about custody,” Yusko offered in the interview. He posits that a spot ETF would ease those concerns by offering institutions a regulated and secure way to add bitcoin to their portfolios.
I’m Bullish and Don’t Care Who Knows
There are momentous shifts in history and demarcation lines which measure progress. I felt this way about Bitcoin in the summer of 2020 — I wrote: “I think the story of the decade will not be COVID-19, but the continual rise and use of Bitcoin.” Over three years later, I’m more bullish today. I recently sat down with a friend I made at the local Bitcoin meet-up. We’ll grab a coffee and discuss Bitcoin, political content, and our mutual faith. Often, his retired father joins us as well.
Will Ted Cruz Accepting Bitcoin Help Shift Washington D.C. Sentiment?
This article was originally published by Mickey Koss on Forbes Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) announced earlier this month that he would now be accepting bitcoin as part of his campaign fundraising efforts. “I am bullish on bitcoin, and I’m proud to accept bitcoin campaign donations,” Cruz told me in a discussion about the development. Mayors in Miami and New York City, from both sides of the political aisle, elected to receive paychecks in bitcoin in the wake of the 2021 election season.
Can’t Tread On Me: Veterans, Bitcoin, And A New Mission After Service
An average of 16.8 veterans committed suicide per day in 2020 according to Department of U.S. Veterans Affairs data. Adjusting for population differences, the rate of suicide for veterans was 57.3% greater than the non-veteran population. Gabe Lord, veteran and founder of Operation Bitcoin, thinks that the lack of purpose following their service is a key driver of this trend.
Will Ted Cruz Accepting Bitcoin Help Shift Washington DC Sentiments?
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) announced last week that he would now be accepting bitcoin as part of his campaign fundraising efforts. "I am bullish on bitcoin, and I'm proud to accept bitcoin campaign donations,” Cruz told me in a discussion about the development. Mayors in Miami and New York City, from both sides of the political aisle, elected to receive paychecks in bitcoin in the wake of the 2021 election season. This trend ignited a number of other mayors racing to follow suit.
Bitcoin, Terrorism, And A $130 Million Misunderstanding
Senator Elizabeth Warren is leading an effort to crack down on bitcoin and crypto markets. In an open letter to national security officials, Warren and other lawmakers claimed terrorists raised $130 million in crypto currencies in order to help finance the recent attacks in Israel. The letter cited a Wall Street Journal article for the $130 million figure. Preston Pysh, a retired Army Officer and bitcoin advocate published an article recently disputing those figures.
Canada, Texas, And Paraguay: Changing The Narrative On Bitcoin Mining
As mainstream media works to denigrate bitcoin miners, the data tells a different story. There is now a growing body of evidence that mining not only supports local economies but adds to the resilience of grid infrastructure as well. According to data from Texas A&M, mining loads show a strong, negative correlation with system wide local price and load. Conversely, non-mining activities having a positive correlation with load and price.
Bitcoin Is A Network And An Asset: Here’s The Difference
As U.S. markets brace for the inevitable bitcoin ETF approval, it is important to understand the difference between Bitcoin and bitcoin. The Bitcoin network is a distributed system of computers and nodes which process transactions and maintain the ledger. The asset bitcoin is the native token which lives on and is transferred through the Bitcoin network.
Motiv And Bitcoin Reducing Economic Vulnerabilities In South America
“If we can get these people beyond survival mode, then they won’t have to choose between renting a child out for the night and feeding the others,” Richard Swisher, Motiv President told me in an interview. He offered that bitcoin is helping do just that. Motiv is a nonprofit working to empower communities and reduce dependencies with bitcoin. Their goal is to drive economic independence in underserved communities. In doing so, Swisher says that these efforts will reduce vulnerabilities in the area.
Grayscale’s Crypto Fund Discounts Extend Far Beyond Bitcoin
With the approval of a spot bitcoin ETF in the U.S. becoming increasingly likely after digital asset manager Grayscale won a massive court victory over the Securities and Exchange Commission, investors are debating whether the time is right to purchase GBTC, shares of the firm’s closed-end bitcoin trust, which it wants to become an exchange-traded fund.
Por qué la "loca idea" del magnate Michael Saylor sobre un Bitcoin a US$ 5 millones toma forma Original
"Bitcoin va a moler hasta sustituir al oro... pero hay tres cosas que provocan una aceleración masiva... nos llevan a 5 millones de dólares por moneda", dijo el Presidente Ejecutivo y Fundador de MicroStrategy, Michael Saylor, en una entrevista de 2021.
Conditions Coalescing Around Billionaire Michael Saylor’s $5M Bitcoin Call
“[Bitcoin’s] going to grind up to replace gold… but there are three things that cause a massive acceleration... they take us to $5 million a coin,” MicroStrategy Executive Chairman and Founder Michael Saylor said in a 2021 interview. Those three things Saylor referenced were the approval of a spot bitcoin ETF, a change to fair value accounting for bitcoin balance sheet holdings, and increased prevalence of bank custody and collateralized lending.
Amboss, Coinbase Driving Bitcoin’s Lightning Fast Layer 2 Payments
Merchants could soon be paying an extra $502 million annually in payment processing costs according to a recent article by The Wall Street Journal. The reporting predicts that merchants will pass along at least some of those costs to consumers, an unfortunate development in the face of rising inflation. The WSJ article also mentioned that more small businesses are beginning to offer discounts to shoppers who pay by debit card, cash, or check.
Financial Education And Pension Reform; 2 Reasons Firefighters Love Bitcoin
"A retired fire chief I know used to say that the best part about being a firefighter, is we get the opportunity to change the way the story ends,” Dom Bei told me in our interview. Bei is a Santa Monica firefighter turned bitcoin advocate who is now working with pension funds to incorporate bitcoin into their investment strategies. Bei assisted the Santa Monica firefighter union in becoming the first union to ever collectively self-custody bitcoin.
Bitcoin Paving The Way For An Unrecognizable Future, And Why That’s Good
“Think about how since 1923, the majority of our books have been written, majority of knowledge about astronomy gained, majority of human population have been born,” bitcoin advocate Luke Broyles said in our interview. His observations reference the exponential growth in economic and societal development over the past 100 years, but according to Broyles, this is just the beginning. Broyles works for The Bitcoin Advisor, a company that assists individuals with bitcoin self-custody.
Senator Ted Cruz: Bitcoin Mining Is Benefitting The Grid And The US Economy
“What makes Texas different than the rest of the world is that Texans love freedom, and so do digital asset bulls,” Texas Senator Ted Cruz said in our interview about the growing role of bitcoin in the Texas economy. He said that he was especially bullish on bitcoin because it enhances freedom by being uncontrollable. Cruz believes this is the characteristic which has triggered governmental resistance, referencing China’s bitcoin ban as an example.
Getting Started In Bitcoin: Easy Bitcoin Wallets For Beginners
Unlike traditional assets, bitcoin can easily be transferred in a peer-to-peer fashion, like the digital version of handing someone a paper dollar. There are two ways of holding bitcoin; custodial and non-custodial. Custodial options are typically easier. However, individuals may be sacrificing privacy and add counterparty risk by trusting entities to properly secure the private keys that allow for the movement of their bitcoin.
TVP And The Bitcoin Layer Research Shows It’s Still Early For Bitcoin
If you’re concerned that you’re late to bitcoin, insights from The Bitcoin Layer and Trammell Venture Partners tells a much different story. Something that may be lost on relatively stable western nations is that despite price action, bitcoin has been a lifeline for citizens experiencing unstable currency regimes.
Bitcoin Increases Risk Adjusted Returns And Institutions May Be Catching On
Despite the negative headline, a recent Morningstar article published this month highlighted the power of adding bitcoin to a portfolio. According to their research, a 5% allocation to bitcoin in a traditional 60% Stock, 40% bond portfolio would increase the Sharpe Ratio, a measure of risk adjusted return, from .77 to .96, an increase of nearly 25%. This article was not all positive however. “A 1% allocation to bitcoin...
Bitcoin Focused Nonprofit Organizations Driving Policy, Education Efforts
Bitcoin has been around for over a decade, but it still has not achieved widespread adoption. One of the biggest impediments to adoption is a lack of education about bitcoin. Many people do not understand what bitcoin is, how it works, or why they should use it. This lack of education can lead to fear and distrust of bitcoin, which prevents people from adopting it. There are a number of bitcoin non profits working to close the education gap and promote greater adoption.
Getting Started In Bitcoin: Easy Bitcoin Wallets For Beginners
Unlike traditional assets however, bitcoin can easily be transferred in a peer-to-peer fashion, like the digital version of handing someone a paper dollar. There are two ways of holding bitcoin; custodial and non-custodial. Custodial options are typically easier. However, individuals may be sacrificing privacy and add counterparty risk by trusting entities to properly secure the private keys that allow for the movement of their bitcoin.
Bitcoin The Digital Bearer Asset: Demystifying Self Custody, Private Keys
As Wall Street firms race for bitcoin ETF approval, bitcoin advocates urge participants to consider self-custody as a lower cost alternative. Bitcoin BTC is a unique asset. Though it exists only in the digital realm, it is also a bearer instrument that does not require any third party to hold or own. By taking custody of your bitcoin, you not only maintain exposure to price action, but also eliminate the slow bleed of management fees and the catastrophic risks that counterparties provide.
Bitcoin’s Lightning Network: Fast, Cheap, And A Lifeline For Latin America
BitcoinNews.com is NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE Opinions expressed are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of BitcoinNews.com For informational purposes only. Individuals and entities should not construe any information on this site as investment, financial, legal, tax, accounting or other advice. Information provided does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement by BitcoinNews.com to buy or sell bitcoin, cryptocurrencies or other financial instruments.
Your Precoiner Friends Might Not Understand The Problems That Bitcoin Is Solving
This is an opinion editorial by Mickey Koss, a West Point graduate with a degree in economics. He spent four years in the infantry before transitioning to the Finance Corps. It may seem counterintuitive, but in my last four years serving for the U.S. Army, I’ve essentially been a customer service specialist, whether it’s addressing pay issues in the military pay office as a commander, or addressing travel or budget questions as a comptroller in an operational unit.
Kennedy’s Bitcoin Plan: A Signal Bitcoin Becoming Mainstream, Nonpartisan
Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA - MAY 19: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks on stage during Bitcoin Conference 2023 ... [+] at Miami Beach Convention Center on May 19, 2023 in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images for Bitcoin Magazine) Getty Images for Bitcoin Magazine Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr unveiled a significant announcement this week involving bitcoin.
Bitcoin’s Lighting Network: Fast, Cheap, And A Lifeline For Latin America
Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin TOPSHOT - A woman buys in a store that accepts bitcoins in El Zonte, La Libertad, El Salvador on ... [+] September 4, 2021. - The Congress of El Salvador approved in June a law that will make bitcoin legal tender in the country from September 7, with the aim of boosting its economy although analysts warn of a negative impact.
BlackRock, Valkyrie And Others Petition SEC For Bitcoin ETF Approval
BitcoinNews.com is NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE Opinions expressed are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of BitcoinNews.com For informational purposes only. Individuals and entities should not construe any information on this site as investment, financial, legal, tax, accounting or other advice. Information provided does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement by BitcoinNews.com to buy or sell bitcoin, cryptocurrencies or other financial instruments.
Memorial Day Reflections: Reinvigorating Critical Thought, Bitcoin Can Honor Service Members
This is an opinion editorial by Mickey Koss, a West Point graduate with a degree in economics. He spent four years in the infantry before transitioning to the Finance Corps. The quote above is from the movie “The Sea Beast.”And although the film never mentions Bitcoin specifically, it might just be one of the best Bitcoin movies I’ve ever seen.
If We Can Ignore Polarization, Bitcoin Will Fix Bipartisan Authoritarianism
Welcome back to This Week in Apps, the weekly TechCrunch series that recaps the latest in mobile OS news, mobile applications and the overall app economy. The app economy in 2023 hit a few snags, as consumer spending last year dropped for the first time by 2% to $167 billion, according to data.ai's "State of Mobile" report. However, downloads are continuing to grow, up 11% year-over-year in 2022 to reach 255 billion. Consumers are also spending more time in mobile apps than ever before.
If We Can Ignore Polarization, Bitcoin Will Fix Bipartisan Authoritarianism
This is an opinion editorial by Mickey Koss, a West Point graduate with a degree in economics. He spent four years in the infantry before transitioning to the Finance Corps. Whether it’s the Patriot Act, COVID-19 measures or the proposed RESTRICT Act, it seems that the only thing U.S. politicians can agree on is that taking away freedoms is essential. It’s for your own safety, you see. And we can’t forget about security, too. Who wouldn’t want to be safe and secure?
While Others Try To Tokenize Everything, Bitcoin Stores Value
This is an opinion editorial by Mickey Koss, a West Point graduate with a degree in economics. He spent four years in the infantry before transitioning to the Finance Corps. The demand for tokenizing assets like real estate is not a solution to, but rather a symptom of, the problems that bad money perpetuates.
The Latest Banking Crisis Is Why I Save In Bitcoin
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The Latest Banking Crisis Is Why I Save In Bitcoin
This is an opinion editorial by Mickey Koss, a West Point graduate with a degree in economics. He spent four years in the infantry before transitioning to the Finance Corps. This was inevitable and it will continue being inevitable in one form or another, as long as the system exists as is. When the fix is more money printing, which doesn’t fix anything, the collapse will always be inevitable.
As Banking Collapses Erode Trust, Bitcoin Fixes Moral Hazard Original
This is an opinion editorial by Mickey Koss, a West Point graduate with a degree in economics. He spent four years in the infantry before transitioning to the Finance Corps. As unrealized losses piled up, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) gradually, then suddenly became insolvent and people are beginning to wake up to issues pervading our financial system. Modern day bank runs, though digital, can force banks to sell reserve assets at a loss, inevitably leading to insolvency.
Why I Sold My House To Buy A Bitcoin Dip
This is an opinion editorial by Mickey Koss, a West Point graduate with a degree in economics. He spent four years in the infantry before transitioning to the Finance Corps.
How Bitcoin Helped Me Find The Courage To Write This Article
This is an opinion editorial by Mickey Koss, a West Point graduate with a degree in economics. He spent four years in the infantry before transitioning to the Finance Corps. This one is for the plebs. I'm not sure who needs to hear this, but I was not invited to write for Bitcoin Magazine. How could the team there have even known that I existed? In actuality, I found its article submission link by accident while looking for a customer service email address.
With Confident Ignorance Of Bitcoin, So-Called ‘Experts’ Sacrifice Their Credibility
Visit the original article* https://bitcoinmagazine.com/.image/c_fit,cs_srgb,fl_progressive,q_auto:good,w_620/MTk1MjA1ODE5NjEwOTY1MTkx/bitcoin-zoidberg.jpg Recent examples of so-called “experts” speaking confidently, yet incorrectly, about Bitcoin will come back to haunt them. This is an opinion editorial by Mickey Koss, a West Point graduate with a degree in economics. He spent four years in the infantry before transitioning to the Finance Corps.
Office Vacancy Rate Increased in Q4 as "demand plummeted", Mall Vacancy Rate Unchanged
First of all, happy new year!!! I hope 2023 turns out to be a healthy and prosperous year for all! As we look back on 2022, it was anything but that. We started the year on a very sour note and things went downhill from there - at least from a stock market perspective. There is reason for hope as we open 2023, but we'll need a few things to change before we can truly move higher. Large Caps Must Rebound Our major indices like the S&P 500 and NASDAQ 100 are driven mostly by large cap performance.
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