This episode is sponsored by Nexo, Abra and FTX US.Download the episodeOn today’s episode of “The Breakdown,” NLW provides a basic primer on the escalating political crisis in Kazakhstan. He covers:The country’s basic economic overview and modern political history.The fuel price increase that started protests on Sunday.How protests spread throughout the week and became … [Read more...] about Internet Shut Down, Bitcoin Mining Offline as Kazakhstan’s Political Crisis Escalates
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Kosovo Moves to Ban Crypto Mining in Face of Energy Crisis
The government has declared a 60-day state of emergency, allowing it to allocate more money for energy imports and even introduce power cuts.Jan 4, 2022 at 4:35 p.m. UTCUpdated Jan 4, 2022 at 4:35 p.m. UTCKosovo's capital, Pristina. (Leonhard Niederwimmer/Pixabay) Source link … [Read more...] about Kosovo Moves to Ban Crypto Mining in Face of Energy Crisis
The Ransomware Crisis Is a Crypto Problem
“Ultimately, however, ransomware is a cybersecurity issue, and the best protection is prevention, best practices, improved defenses and resilience,” he said. “While financial regulation can help with detection and slow the spread or speed the pursuit, we need to make it harder to happen, not just harder to pay. Not every actor is merely financially motivated, and we need to … [Read more...] about The Ransomware Crisis Is a Crypto Problem
Kazakhstan struggles to accommodate new Bitcoin miners amid energy crisis
Following a harsh clampdown imposed by China on Bitcoin-related transactions, the exiled miners from China found refuge in Kazakhstan to mine Bitcoin without excessive government intervention. The country’s cheap electricity supply has made Kazakhstan a popular choice for miners to mine Bitcoin, however, the recent development has propelled the country to reconsider its newly … [Read more...] about Kazakhstan struggles to accommodate new Bitcoin miners amid energy crisis
3 blockchain protocols taking the supply chain crisis head-on
The world of blockchain technology has undergone a significant transformation over the past decade as the concept evolved from offering a simple means of exchange between two parties to a sprawling ecosystem full of protocols with real-world applications ranging from decentralized finance to one-of-a-kind digital art. One sector of the market that has been gaining traction as … [Read more...] about 3 blockchain protocols taking the supply chain crisis head-on