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the-behavioral-economics-of-bitcoin

The heuristics often described in behavioral economics offer insightful frameworks for understanding mainstream resistance to Bitcoin. This is an opinion editorial by Rich Feldman, a marketing executive, author and advisory board member at Western Connecticut University. Source: Created by the author using deepai.org Behavioral economics has long been cited to describe our “irrational tendencies” as

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without-democracy,-bitcoin-will-fail

Despite its apolitical nature, Bitcoin needs our democracy to thrive just as much as our democracy needs Bitcoin to improve. This is an opinion editorial by Frank Kashner, founder of UnChainDemocracy.org.“Politics” are often defined as “the activities associated with the governance of a country or other area, especially the debate or conflict among individuals or

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how-bitcoin-mining-is-adapting-to-the-energy-transition

Researching more than 100 bitcoin mining companies, it’s clear that this industry is poised to advance energy consumption more than any other.This is an opinion editorial by Ritabrata Santra, an engineer focused on energy tech.I bought my first bitcoin in 2016. I was a college sophomore and it was my second year living in the

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how-bitcoin-helped-me-find-the-courage-to-write-this-article

For years, I lived a life of self-imposed limits. But the Bitcoin community has given me the confidence to share my perspective.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

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charlie-munger-doesn’t-understand-bitcoin:-michael-saylor

Warren Buffett’s right-hand man hasn’t taken the time to understand Bitcoin, MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor said in an interview with CNBC.Michael Saylor’s latest interview includes a blast at Western elites, specifically Charlie Munger. Munger recently penned an op-ed for the Wall Street Journal titled, “Why America Should Ban Crypto.” In it, he slammed cryptocurrencies, explaining that: “Such wretched

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crypto-lender-genesis-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy

The embattled crypto lender has filed a slew of voluntary bankruptcy notices in order to restructure itself.Genesis’s two lending subsidiaries, Genesis Global Capital and Genesis Asia Pacific, have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. According to the announcement, the firm aims to enact “a global resolution to maximize value for all clients and stakeholders and strengthen

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choose-your-fighter:-bitcoin-maxis-vs.-fiat-maxis

Using the “choose your fighter” paradigm popularized by video games, we can compare Bitcoin and fiat and determine a winner.This is an opinion editorial by Tim Niemeyer, co-host of the Lincolnland Bitcoin Meetup. Source Bitcoin maximalists have had a whirlwind of a year. From getting browbeat through the recent price drawdown to being seemingly prophetic

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from-prediction-to-reality:-how-bitcoin-will-win-in-2023

I predicted that Bitcoin would face attacks between 2018 to 2023, then its period of true victory will start.This is an opinion editorial by Obi Nwosu, CEO of Fedi and a board member for ₿trust.In 2020, I predicted that Bitcoin would face attacks during the 2018 to 2023 period but would ultimately emerge successful by

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how-bitcoin-can-enrich-our-interior-lives

Bitcoin can facilitate positive freedom by enabling individuals to retain value of their savings and feel more fulfilled.This is an opinion editorial by Logan Bolinger, a lawyer and the author of a free weekly newsletter about the intersection of Bitcoin, macroeconomics, geopolitics and law.“I’m more interested in asking the question, is the world that we

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goodbye-sats,-it’s-a-‘bit’-of-a-bitcoin

It’s time to make bitcoin more approachable for newbies by naming the smallest units “bits” which are more familiar to people used to dollars and cents.This is an opinion editorial by Don McAllister, a technologist who has made several video tutorials on Bitcoin. At its inception, bitcoin was worthless; it had no monetary value. Early

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the-bitcoin-user-experience-is-still-in-its-infancy

Bitcoin is a nascent technology and like the days of flip phones, it has a ways to go until it reaches a similar stage like where we are today with smartphones.Watch This Episode On YouTubeListen To The Episode Here:AppleSpotifyGoogleLibsynIn this episode of “Bitcoin Bottom Line,” hosts C.J. Wilson and Josh Olszewicz discuss how the “sausage

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hodlween-brings-bitcoiners-together-to-celebrate-halloween-in-charlotte

The leaders of the Bitcoin Charlotte meetup group put on the spooky HODLween event as a fun way to connect locals with the wider Bitcoin scene.This is an opinion editorial by Chris Alaimo, the multimedia producer and host of Bitcoin Magazine’s Twitter Spaces.It was a dark and cold night in the midst of the bear

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meet-the-catholic-nuns-who-are-building-a-new-church-with-bitcoin

By adopting bitcoin, the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles from Kansas City were able to build their church and focus on preserving Catholic traditions.This is an opinion editorial by Andy Flattery, a certified financial planner.An observer of modern culture paying even the slightest attention might aptly compare today’s world to the Roman Empire in

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five-advantages-of-using-bitcoin-to-pay-rent

Bitcoin is becoming more popular in its use as a medium of exchange. Some tenants and landlords may prefer to transact exclusively in bitcoin.Jenna Hall is a content marketing coordinator at Redfin. Redfin does not provide legal, tax, or financial advice. This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional

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where-do-you-go-to-start-learning-about-bitcoin?

Learning about bitcoin can be daunting. There are many great educators that teach through different lenses to make Bitcoin approachable for everyone.This is an opinion editorial by Peter Conley, a product advocate at Vercel.How does someone start learning about Bitcoin? This is the 21-million-coin question. Learning about Bitcoin can be disorienting. There’s so much content

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