Digital Currents ABCD Roundup: Bitcoin Eclipses $100k, Chinese AI Controversy, and Rising Sovereign Technology Tension.
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Dec 6, 2024 Dive into the thrilling world of Bitcoin, which has just soared past $100K, fueled by U.S. enthusiasm and favorable policies. Discover the rise of Chinese AI and the intricate complexities of censorship and geopolitics it entails. The risks of hybrid warfare come to the forefront with the suspected sabotage of undersea cables in the Baltic Sea. Plus, explore the innovative uses of satellite tech in Bitcoin mining, all while examining the shifting tides of global economic security.
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Bitcoin's $100k Milestone
- Bitcoin reaching $100,000 is psychologically significant, attracting attention and headlines.
- This milestone can further catalyze interest and discussion around cryptocurrency.
America and Crypto
- Mark Yusko compares Americans to Notre Dame football fans, clinging to a past that never was.
- He highlights that America is not the dominant force in crypto, with much activity happening globally.
MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Strategy
- MicroStrategy sold stock to buy Bitcoin, indicating their core strategy.
- This reverses the usual pandemic trend of companies using breaks to buy back stock.