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Bitcoin’s 15th Difficulty Reset Exposes a Mining Industry Under Pressure
Key Takeaways Bitcoin’s difficulty fell 0.74% at block 959616, its 15th adjustment of 2026 so far. Hashprice dropped to $32.21 as miners shift megawatts toward
Despite Tradfi Headwinds, Bottom Signs Abound
Since last Friday, Bitcoin moved from around $64,000 up past $66,500 before dropping to $65K as of early Friday morning. Bitcoin remained buoyant despite U.S.
Not Every Bitcoin Mine Is Ready for AI
This article first appeared in Miner Weekly, a weekly newsletter by Blocksbridge Consulting curating the latest news in energy, compute, infrastructure, and data analysis from
Why Mass Automated Outreach Is Burning Web3 Partnerships—and What to Do Instead
Key Takeaways Sean Assaf revealed how local-first AI brings CRM tasks directly into Telegram. Automating pre-deal tasks reduces 100% of tedious manual CRM logging without
Ring Protocol Adds Orbs Tools Across 4 Networks, Giving Traders Precise On-Chain Order Control
Key Takeaways Ring Protocol integrated Orbs to bring algorithmic trading to 4 major blockchain networks. The tool enhances execution on Ring Protocol, which already processed
Physicists Recreated the Way a Spinning Black Hole Leaks Energy, on a Tabletop
Key Takeaways CUNY ASRC achieved 7.8 dB wave gain in a stationary circuit, validating 1969 superradiance theory. Nature’s July 8, 2026, study could expand broadband
8,000 Devices Infected, 80 Crypto Wallets Accessed by Video Game Malware
Key Takeaways Eight malware-laced games allegedly compromised approximately 8,000 devices. Attackers reportedly accessed about 80 cryptocurrency wallets and removed at least $220,000. A 21-year-old Florida
A Quantum Computer Could One Day Break Crypto Security — Coinbase Is Preparing Now
Key Takeaways Coinbase is building a quantum-resistant version of the system protecting about 99.9% of its custodial assets. The company will bring Bitcoin developers, cryptographers
Antony Mlelwa Champions Responsible Crypto Adoption Across Africa
Antony Mlelwa is building a distinctly African case for blockchain adoption: technology should be understood before it is promoted, financial risk should be explained before
Kalshi Accuses Netflix of Defamation Over Trailer for New Prediction Markets Film
Key Takeaways Kalshi sent Netflix a cease and desist letter on July 24, 2026, over a disputed trade slip. Nevada requires Kalshi to finish geofencing