Putin bans Bitcoin mining in occupied Ukraine

The suspension would go from December 1 to March 2025, and would last until 2031. In the past, mining companies have provided heat to residences and industries. The Russian government announced on November 19, 2024 its plans to ban Bitcoin (BTC) mining during the winter in some regions of the country and at sites taken … Read more

MicroStrategy raised $3 billion to buy more bitcoin

MicroStrategy is the publicly traded company that accumulates the largest amount of bitcoin. The company’s president, Saylor, has a bullish thesis for bitcoin in the coming decades. MicroStrategy, the publicly traded company known for being the largest institutional holder of bitcoin (BTC), has taken a new step in its accumulation strategy. The company raised $3 … Read more

SPD’s Pistorius says he will not run for chancellor – DW – 11/21/2024

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has sought to quell days of speculation about him replacing Olaf Scholz as the Social Democrat candidate for chancellor in February’s snap election. In a video published on the SPD’s social media channels late Thursday, Pistorius said he had just told the party leadership that he would not be available … Read more

Bitcoin makes patient companies valuable: MicroStrategy case

Bitcoin (BTC) has reached a new all-time high this November 21, exceeding $98,000. In the midst of this rally, one company has established itself as an example of how patience and trust in this currency can transform its valuation: MicroStrategy (MSTR). The company led by Michael Saylor has been one of the most benefited by … Read more

Brazilian police call for former president Bolsonaro’s indictment over 2022 ‘coup’ plot

Brazilian police issued a statement on Thursday calling for the indictment of former president Jair Bolsonaro and 36 other people for allegedly attempting a coup to prevent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva from taking office after the 2022 elections. Brazil’s attorney general will be responsible for determining whether the allegations are substantiated enough to … Read more

Matt Gaetz withdraws bid to be attorney general in incoming Trump administration

Former Republican representative Matt Gaetz on Thursday with Drew his bid to serve as attorney general in President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration after a week of fierce criticism. In addition to his lack of legal experience, Gaetz has previously been investigated by the FBI on sex trafficking allegations and has been facing an ethics probe … Read more

Ukraine war escalates as NATO braces for Trump-brokered deal: on Putin’s terms?

With just two months until Donald Trump’s anticipated return to the White House, tensions are rising on multiple fronts. The Biden administration, in its final stretch, has eased restrictions on Atacms long-range missile use, approved the provision of landmines to Ukraine, and announced $4.7 billion in debt forgiveness for Kyiv. Meanwhile, Russia is ramping up … Read more

“I will step down as SEC Chairman on January 20, 2025”

Gary Gensler, current president of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), officially announced today that he will leave his position on January 20, 2025. It will be precisely the day of Donald Trump’s inauguration as the new president of the North American nation. In his public statement, Gensler expressed the honor he has … Read more

Politicized circumstances’: ICC issues ‘contentious’ arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant and Deif

The world’s top war-crimes court has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant and Deif, accusing them of crimes against humanity in connection with the 13-month war in Gaza. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on the arrest warrants issued in “very contentious and politicized circumstances”, FRANCE 24’s François Picard is joined by Rosa Freedman, … Read more

Hybrid warfare? China sabotaging Baltic Sea cables would be ‘super surprising’, experts say

A Chinese vessel has sparked major interest after it was tracked traveling near the two internet cables that were mysteriously severed on the bottom of the Baltic Sea in recent days. While it remains unclear whether the incidents were accidental or intentional, experts say that the notion that China would support its ally Russia by … Read more