In Iran and Libya, countries ravaged by sanctions and civil war, electricity is no longer just a public service but has become a hard currency that can be "financially exported." When hospitals go dark due to power outages, Bitcoin mining rigs never stop running. This energy arbitrage game reveals the absurdity and imbalance of resource allocation. This article is adapted from a piece in On-Chain Revelation, compiled, translated, and written by Foresight News. (Previous context: The Central Bank of Iran secretly hoarded 500 million USD worth of USDT last year! It was revealed that this was used to stabilize the Rial exchange rate and respond to international sanctions.) (Additional background: Night of the risk asset scare, under what conditions would the US go to war with Iran?) Table of Contents 1. Power Run: When Energy Becomes a Financial Tool 2. Two Countries, Two Mining Histories Iran: From "Export Energy" to "Export Hashpower" Libya: Cheap

_Bitcoin trades 35.5% below its power-law trend, marking the largest statistical pricing deviation in its history._ _Backtests since 2010 show every similar oversold event delivered over 100% returns within 12 months._ _Mean reversion models project price normalization toward $145K by la

The NIX Foundation recently completed the acquisition of the ORACLE Foundation, marking a significant advancement in the integration of decentralized computing infrastructure, while also supporting CaryPact as a core standard. This strategy will accelerate the globalization of the BOT public chain, lay the foundation for distributed computing power and decentralized finance, and promote Web3 infrastructure development.

Cardano’s Protocol version 11 is set to introduce significant performance improvements and new capabilities to the blockchain. The upcoming hard fork, which is scheduled for 2026, is an intra-era upgrade, meaning it will not drastically change the transaction structure of Cardano. This makes it a s

Elon Musk predicts at Davos that AI will surpass humans next year, and by 2030, the combined intelligence will exceed that of all humans. The core argument is that the bottleneck is computing power, which is limited by electricity rather than chips. The solution is space data centers, utilizing 24-hour solar energy and -270°C natural cooling. SpaceX's Starship reduces transportation costs by 100 times, and building data centers in space is cheaper than in Silicon Valley.

Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio warned of the arrival of a "capital war" at the Davos Forum, with central banks shifting from US bonds to gold. Gold has become the second-largest reserve currency, rising 67% over three years. US bond expansion is accompanied by decreasing buyers, and increased geopolitical conflicts raise sanctions risks. It is recommended to allocate 5-15% in gold, with an overweight during wartime. Gold has no risk of confiscation, limited supply, and offers the best long-term purchasing power.

In brief Bitcoin plunged Thursday, with the 50-day EMA crossing below the 200-day EMA—a classic death cross pattern that typically signals sustained downward pressure. Gold and silver hit record highs while Bitcoin struggles, raising questions about which assets truly function as stores of v

For much of the last bull cycle, attention pertaining to the crypto market was confined to either a few meme tokens, short-lived incentive programs, or product launches (most of which chased momentum more than staying power). Within that retrospective light, today’s popular networks are

The Federal Reserve pressed the pause button at the first FOMC meeting of 2026, keeping interest rates unchanged. Gold immediately broke through $5,500 to hit a new all-time high, but Bitcoin and other risk assets reacted calmly. As the macro direction remains unclear, the market is shifting its focus to the next Federal Reserve chairperson. (Background: 2026 Federal Reserve Power Transition: End of the Powell Era, US interest rates may be "cut all the way down") (Additional context: Federal Reserve's latest meeting minutes: disagreements still exist, but "most" officials advocate for continued rate cuts) Table of Contents The dust has settled but the direction remains unclear Macro Market: Gold leads the way, other assets remain steady More important than rate cuts: Who will shape the next phase of the Federal Reserve? Will Bitcoin continue its bear market? Summary: Macro uncertainties and structural changes, the market is waiting for answers In the consecutive three

Structured capital is moving to select altcoins as volatility compresses on large crypto markets. The central factors of long-term price performance are utility, network activity, and the liquidity depth Specifics of the project are gaining more and more power over more basic

As an Arctic storm front batters multiple U.S. states, bitcoin mining activity across the country has pulled back sharply, with American-based operators scaling down operations to ease pressure on the power grid during a difficult stretch. As a result, Bitcoin’s network hashrate has declined

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All media are pursuing "speed and excitement," but podcasts are using "slow and clumsy" to combat nihilism—the hosts of Chinese crypto podcasts are rebuilding a stronghold of in-depth content on the ruins of traffic. Prequel: What does a16z mean by New Media? The ongoing power shift of new media) (Additional background: Elon Musk's first interview in 2026: exploring AI, robotics, energy, and the impact of US-China competition on the near future) Table of Contents The cost of not taking money The paradox and dilemma of commercialization Those gains that cannot be measured by money Methodologies for success How to persist? Epilogue On a late night in 2025, Sea, the host of Sea Talk, turned on his computer, preparing to edit the recently recorded episode. This is the most agonizing part for him; he needs to edit the two-hour conversation recording.

NVIDIA invests $2 billion in CoreWeave, marking a shift of crypto computing power towards the AI field. CoreWeave leverages its underlying GPU resources to promote the reuse and enhancement of global computing power, attracting capital inflows and reshaping the value logic of crypto computing power. This transaction lays the foundation for the integration of the crypto and AI industries and may bring new applications and risks in the future.

Recently, a blizzard in the United States affected the power grid, causing Bitcoin hash rate to drop by approximately 10% in a short period. Major mining pools limited power and shut down, resulting in a noticeable slowdown in block production. The highly concentrated hash rate exposes energy risks, putting pressure on blockchain security. Mining farms are transforming into adjustable power sources, and in the future, their roles may change due to AI demand.

HYPE, River, and CHZ lead the altcoins. HYPE rose 14% breaking the trend line, RSI at 54 with a view of 26.29. River hit a new high of $88, up 600% in the month, with Sun Yuchen investing 12 million, RSI at 75 indicating overbought. CHZ increased 4%, testing resistance at 0.064.

Author of "Rich Dad Poor Dad," Robert Kiyosaki, continues to buy BTC and ETH despite price fluctuations, believing that the decline in the purchasing power of 38.4 trillion in government bonds and the US dollar is a key factor. He regards BTC as "digital gold" to counter currency dilution, with a target price of 1 million USD.

A severe winter storm sweeping across the United States has triggered a significant stress test for the Bitcoin network, leading to an estimated 8-10% drop in global hashrate as major American mining operations voluntarily curtailed power to stabilize local grids. Leading mining pool Foundry saw its hashpower plummet by as much as 60%, from 340 EH/s to 136 EH/s, highlighting the network's growing dependence on geographically concentrated, grid-responsive mining. This event underscores a

The US storm caused Foundry's hash rate to drop from 340 to 242 EH/s (-30%), and the block time surged to 14 minutes. Luxor also took offline 110 EH/s. Texas miners participated in the ERCOT power outage plan, with CleanSpark reducing hundreds of megawatts in just a few minutes. Geographic coordination and dual concentration expose vulnerabilities.

The winter storm sweeping across much of the United States has forced adjustments in energy consumption by Bitcoin mining operators, with Foundry USA—home to the largest Bitcoin mining pool by hash power—scaling back its output by roughly 60% since Friday. The curtailment translates to a loss of

At the time of writing, gold is changing hands at $5,079.30 per ounce, while silver is trading at $113.24—levels that currently make today’s prediction market wagers look less like fringe curiosities and more like forward-looking scoreboards. Gold and Silver Prediction Markets Favor Strength,

In brief U.S.-based Bitcoin mining pools reduced activity during a major winter storm. Foundry USA’s hashrate dropped from about 260 EH/s to near 124 EH/s before rebounding. The slowdown reflects grid curtailments and demand-response practices during extreme weather, Decrypt was told. Bi

The US winter storm severely damaged the power grid, forcing Bitcoin miners to shut down on a large scale, leading to a decrease in overall network hash rate and extended block generation times. Although the short-term impact is evident, the network's automatic adjustment mechanism will ensure normal operation. The event highlights the new role of miners in the energy system, and future attention should be given to whether resilience can be maintained under extreme conditions.

Author: Jianwei Zhi Zhu Zazhi Recently, I was recommended a few small metal stocks, and looking back, I can only say they are really worth it. We shouldn't wait until we're caught in a situation to start researching; instead, we should do our research beforehand. So, I am launching a new series: Metal Mineral Research, to take a look at the landscape of various small metals. Sometimes, I find short articles quite interesting. For example, a few days ago, I mentioned that the import of explosives in Myanmar's Wa State increased, and immediately the price of tin dropped a bit. This hints at a potential supply logic. 【Reminder: Fundamentals are just fundamentals, not to guide trading】 Small metals are not necessarily small, especially in the context of industrial transformation. Once there is a technological breakthrough, small metals can very likely become strategic metals. For example, before becoming an "energy metal," the market size of lithium was not large, mainly used in glass ceramics, lubricants, and other fields. But with the explosive growth of new energy vehicles and energy storage industries, lithium as a power battery material...

Chainlink empowers end-to-end interoperability between data compliance, privacy and orchestration between blockchains and legacy systems. Institutions use Chainlink to power tokenized asset workflows, connecting on-chain data, identity and finance in real-time. Chainlink is establishing

RNDR benefits from rising GPU shortages and growing demand from AI and digital creators. Real network usage and partnerships support RNDR’s long-term value outlook. Execution, scalability, and market cycles will shape RNDR performance through 2030. Demand for computing power keeps

Winter Storm Fern has forced a dramatic, voluntary shutdown of Bitcoin mining operations across the United States, triggering a near 60% collapse in the hashrate of Foundry USA—the world's largest mining pool. This event highlights a critical evolution in the industry: miners are no longer just power consumers but active, flexible assets for stabilizing national power grids during crises. As block production slowed to 12 minutes, the incident provides a stark real-time case study on the

The winter storm sweeping across much of the United States has forced adjustments in energy consumption by Bitcoin mining operators, with Foundry USA—home to the largest Bitcoin mining pool by hash power—scaling back its output by roughly 60% since Friday. The curtailment translates to a loss of

_Solana-based Penguin memecoin surged over 500% after a viral White House X post, highlighting social media influence on micro-cap crypto markets._ A little-known Solana memecoin shocked traders after a single White House post triggered a sharp rally. The unexpected surge illustrated the power o

Coinbase added DOOD and BIRB to its roadmap, meaning legal, technical and compliance checks must finish before trading begins. DOOD and BIRB power NFT ecosystems, offering governance, staking and community access on Solana-based platforms. Roadmap inclusion boosts visibility and liquidity e

According to the latest 2026 East Asia cost of living rankings published by Numbeo, Hong Kong remains the most expensive city, Taipei ranks third, slightly higher than Tokyo. New Taipei City and Taichung are ranked fifth and sixth respectively. Taiwan's rent is relatively affordable, but its purchasing power is lower than Japan and South Korea, indicating that its salary competitiveness still needs improvement.

a16z raises $15 billion, focusing on the redefinition of power in new media rather than the content itself. In an era of content surplus, true value lies in trust and the power to act. Emphasizing the shift of media from institutional assets to individual capital, the ability to influence decision-making becomes a symbol of power. New media need to address issues of influence and ownership, and ICM will provide a corresponding tradable capital structure.

Silver is positioned for a dramatic surge as mounting U.S. debt and eroding dollar purchasing power push investors toward hard assets, with Robert Kiyosaki spotlighting precious metals and crypto as long-term winners amid deepening distrust in monetary leadership. Robert Kiyosaki Keeps Buying

The X-Ray upgrade by Stellar is already on mainnet and includes native BN254 operations to verify on-chain zk-SNARKs. CAP-0075 adds Soroban host functions exposing Poseidon and Poseidon2 permutation primitives for ZK-friendly hashing. Stellar has deployed the X-Ray protocol upgrade,

Coinbase added DOOD and BIRB to its roadmap, meaning legal, technical and compliance checks must finish before trading begins. DOOD and BIRB power NFT ecosystems, offering governance, staking and community access on Solana-based platforms. Roadmap inclusion boosts visibility and

A new ETF blending gold, bitcoin, and other scarce assets is entering public markets as investors seek protection from inflation, debt growth and declining purchasing power, signaling a rising push toward hard-asset strategies amid deepening fiat currency concerns. Bitwise Launches Currency

Early bitcoin losses, custody failures, and a $4 buy price shaped Tim Draper’s enduring bet that crypto’s real power lies in financial inclusion, a conviction driving renewed price calls and long-term holding through volatility. Tim Draper Shares Personal History Behind Landmark Bitcoin

Polygon to power Toku stablecoin payroll, which allows immediate and compliant payments in 100+ countries via existing HR platforms. Every Toku user now gets a Polygon wallet by default, as the network powers $1B+ in annual payroll with low-cost, onchain settlements. Polygon has grown its en

The X-Ray upgrade by Stellar is already on mainnet and includes native BN254 operations to verify on-chain zk-SNARKs. CAP-0075 adds Soroban host functions exposing Poseidon and Poseidon2 permutation primitives for ZK-friendly hashing. Stellar has deployed the X-Ray protocol upgrade,

For much of the past decade, bitcoin miners expanding across the United States learned that access to cheap power and industrial land did not guarantee social license. After China’s 2021 mining ban pushed activity stateside, projects in New York, Texas, Arkansas and Kentucky were met with

Chainlink empowers end-to-end interoperability between data compliance, privacy and orchestration between blockchains and legacy systems. Institutions use Chainlink to power tokenized asset workflows, connecting on-chain data, identity and finance in real-time. Chainlink is establishing

KalqiX brings CEX-level trading experience to DeFi rails ZK proofs open new opportunities for MEV-protected DEX KalqiX, a novel self-custody crypto exchange by the veterans of the Polygon and QuickSwap ecosystems, introduces the powerful combo of ZK tech enhancements for an unmatched trading expe

Robert Kiyosaki emphasizes the importance of Bitcoin, Ethereum, gold, and silver, stating he focuses more on their long-term value than current prices. He believes these assets are crucial amidst rising national debt and declining dollar purchasing power.

Solana Mobile’s SKR is live, with nearly 2 billion SKR allocated to 100k+ users and 188 developers from Seeker Season 1; claims run 90 days. SKR staking is live with 0% launch commission, 48-hour inflation events, and 48-hour unstake cooldown via Seed Vault or web staking. Solana Mobile

The debate over XRP's decentralization reignited as Ethereum supporters labeled the XRPL's 134 permissioned validators as centralized. XRP advocates, including David Schwartz, countered that validator power is limited to conflict resolution, emphasizing that XRPL prioritizes coordination over central governance.

Polygon to power Toku stablecoin payroll, which allows immediate and compliant payments in 100+ countries via existing HR platforms. Every Toku user now gets a Polygon wallet by default, as the network powers $1B+ in annual payroll with low-cost, onchain settlements. Polygon has grown its en

AccuWeather warns that an ice storm will sweep across 1,800 miles of the southern United States, affecting 60 million people. The US controls 38% of the global Bitcoin hash rate, and 137 mining farms in Texas and other areas face power outages. Bitcoin miners may repeat the voluntary shutdowns of 2022 to reduce grid load, saving Texas $18 billion in grid costs.

The U.S. military actions against Venezuela have sparked significant controversy over whether they constitute an "invasion," revealing the complexity of defining "facts" in prediction markets and the lack of social consensus. Although technically feasible, prediction markets are limited by ambiguous rules when dealing with politicized issues, reflecting a concentration of decision-making authority. These discussions call for a reevaluation of how power defines reality.

_Silk Road helped give Bitcoin real-world use, while Ulbricht’s case exposed the tension between code, crime, and state power._ One year after Ross Ulbricht’s release, some in the crypto market have revisited one of the strangest stories in the crypto space. Ulbricht made a name for himself

_Governments are starting to see the power of blockchain technology in selling small shares of state property._ _Binance founder Changpeng CZ Zhao says that multiple governments have consulted with him on the matter_ _Fractional ownership would give citizens easier access to public