Why the Mini 3 is One of My Favorite Bitcoin Miners

After suffering through another Canadian winter, I'm thinking about getting one of these.

Bitcoin Miners Pivot to AI Data Centers: A Strategic Shift in 2025

Bitcoin Update - just buy $1 worth of bitcoin please!

If I already didn’t feel shitty about my decisions in life, this pops up in my YouTube feed, 13 years too late. 🫣

President Donald Trump nominates Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair

"his appointment his considered by some to be bearish for risk assets such as BTC given his emphasis on monetary discipline, which could mean higher real interest rates."

Bitcoin’s Falling Price Puts Miners on Edge

Bitcoin’s falling price is causing concern for miners as the cost of mining now exceeds its market value. Data from the Cambridge Bitcoin Electricity Consumption Index (CBECI) and the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) indicate that the average cost of mining one Bitcoin in the U.S. is $94,746, while Bitcoin’s current market price is around $87,900. This trend is similar in other countries, with China’s average business energy rate at $0.11 per kWh, making the cost to mine one Bitcoin $88,869. Paraguay is an exception with an average mining cost of approximately $59,650. Some mining companies have shifted to AI data centers, while others are reducing debt and optimizing operations to stay profitable.

Researcher Explains Why Bitcoin and Ethereum Face Different Quantum Risks Than You’ve Been Told

Japan to greenlight crypto ETFs as soon as 2028 - Nikkei Asia

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao: 2026 will be a super-cycle for bitcoin

I'll believe that the 4yr cycles are over when they are over.

Bitcoin Bearish Sentiment Climbs as BTC Price Slips Under $89K

Bitcoin's failed attempt to recover above $90,000 has eroded investor confidence, sending bearish sentiment flying. Prediction market odds of Bitcoin falling to $69,000 have more than doubled in a week as BTC continues to trade below $90,000. The probability of a Bitcoin crash to $69,000 has grown from 11.6% last Thursday to 30% now, highlighting rising bearish sentiment. Geopolitical uncertainty and the influence of gold as a primary hedge have contributed to Bitcoin's choppy price action and lack of new capital.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs Shed $1.62B in Four-Day Negative Streak - Decrypt

U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have experienced a four-day outflow streak, with investors withdrawing a net $1.62 billion. This trend is attributed to declining yields from the Bitcoin basis trade and macroeconomic uncertainties. The outflows, which began last Friday, have accelerated in recent days, with significant withdrawals on Tuesday and Wednesday. Market experts suggest that hedge funds are retreating from the basis trade due to its reduced profitability. The recent decline in Bitcoin's price and increased bearish sentiment among investors further exacerbate the situation. The future of these ETFs hinges on macro conditions and potential shifts in Federal Reserve policies.

Banks are grappling with the 'threat' of crypto industry advancement: Analyst

Oklahoma Considers Bitcoin Pay Option For State Employees and vendors

Oklahoma introduced Senate Bill 2064 to allow state employees, vendors, and residents to voluntarily receive bitcoin payments. The bill establishes a legal framework for bitcoin as a medium of exchange without designating it as legal tender. If enacted, it would permit state employees to elect to receive salaries in bitcoin, and vendors to opt into bitcoin payments on a per-transaction basis. The bill also includes provisions to reduce regulatory friction for bitcoin-native businesses and requires the Oklahoma State Treasurer to select a digital asset firm to process bitcoin payments.

Kansas Lawmakers Propose State-Run Bitcoin and Digital Assets Reserve Fund

Kansas lawmakers have proposed a bill to create a state-run Bitcoin and digital assets reserve fund, embedding digital assets into the unclaimed property framework. The fund would hold abandoned digital assets, allowing for staking rewards to flow into the reserve. Bitcoin would be treated differently, with 10% of other digital asset deposits sent to the state’s general fund, while Bitcoin would remain in the reserve fund. The bill raises questions about governance, custody, and transparency of managing digital assets on a public balance sheet.

Coinbase Creates Advisory Board to Study Quantum Computing Risks to Bitcoin

Coinbase has established an advisory board to study the potential risks posed by quantum computing to Bitcoin and other blockchains. The board, composed of experts in quantum computing and cryptography, will assess how future quantum advances could affect blockchain security and outline long-term solutions. The initiative reflects growing concerns about the transition to post-quantum cryptographic standards as regulators move to formalize new standards.

Canada’s big banks have a new enemy: retirees - The Globe and Mail

The Globe and Mail reports on the conflict between Canada’s big banks and the Canadian Association of Retired Persons (CARP) over the banks' decision to stop selling third-party mutual funds in their branches. CARP has accused the banks of prioritizing profits over seniors' interests, while the banks argue that the decision was made to mitigate regulatory risks. The issue stems from a 2019 regulatory change by the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) that required in-branch investment advisers to have extensive knowledge of all the funds offered to clients. CARP is now framing the absence of third-party funds in bank branches as a seniors’ issue, and is calling on the OSC to force the banks to sell these funds. The OSC and other regulatory agencies are currently reviewing the matter.

Delaware Life, BlackRock Offer Bitcoin Exposure Through Fixed Indexed Annuity

Delaware Life Insurance Company has launched the insurance industry's first fixed indexed annuity tied to a Bitcoin-inclusive index, offering crypto exposure with principal protection. The annuity is linked to the BlackRock U.S. Equity Bitcoin Balanced Risk 12% Index, which combines U.S. stocks and Bitcoin and targets 12% volatility. The new index option will be available to policyholders for three of Delaware Life's products: Momentum Growth, Momentum Growth Plus, and DualTrack Income.

Shark Tank's Kevin O’Leary on betting big data centers and why most crypto tokens don't matter

The Shark Tank investor is preparing shovel-ready sites for bitcoin miners and data centers, betting that infrastructure — not tokens — will drive the next wave of value.

Trump says he hopes to sign crypto bill very soon to beat China

U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, emphasized the importance of American crypto leadership to counter China. He highlighted the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act, signed into law last year, which regulates stablecoins pegged to the U.S. dollar. Trump also mentioned the strategic Bitcoin reserve established by an executive order and the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act, which prevents the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency without congressional approval. He expressed optimism about signing a contentious crypto market structure legislation soon, aiming to unlock new pathways for financial freedom and maintain U.S. dominance in the crypto space.

The 7 Levels of Understanding Bitcoin

The video 'The 7 Levels of Understanding Bitcoin' humorously critiques the various stages of understanding Bitcoin, targeting the seven common types of Bitcoin enthusiasts. It also promotes Abundant Mines for free Bitcoin mining and encourages viewers to use Bitcoin for purchases and support the show through crowdfunding.

Will Israel become a Bitcoin nation?

From the article/podcast: "Fried said the company was created to solve a practical problem facing Israeli investors. While Bitcoin adoption has expanded worldwide, Israeli banks remain cautious, often freezing accounts when customers attempt to move funds connected to cryptocurre

[Quantum Computing] This strategist and longstanding bitcoin bull exits his position and switches allegiance to gold

Bitcoin Magazine adds some nuance to the threat if you are interested. https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/jefferies-bitcoin-over-quantum-computing

Led by Texas, New Hampshire, U.S. states race to prove they can put bitcoin on public balance sheet

Bitcoin should not be a partisanship issue. While you can argue that political parties fiddling with Bitcoin is not a good thing, it’s good to see now that both US parties are starting to leverage and accept Bitcoin. Most Democrats were anti Bitcoin and more and more that’s chang