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FISA Surveillance Powers at Stake as Senate Deadline Approaches
As the April 19 deadline approaches, the U.S. Senate grapples with the reauthorization of FISA's Section 702.
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New IRS Form to Mandate Detailed Reporting of 'Digital Asset' Transactions
The IRS's draft 1099-DA form mandates brokers to provide detailed reports on 'digital asset transactions,' including wallet addresses and transaction hashes.
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Scotland Withdraws from 2030 Net Zero Commitment
The Scottish Government has withdrawn its 2030 net zero target after evaluations deemed it unrealistic.
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Biden Enforces New Restrictions on Oil and Gas Projects in Alaska
The Biden administration has introduced strict new oil and gas drilling restrictions on over 13 million acres in Alaska's western Arctic.
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Canada Set to Implement International 'Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework' by 2026
Canada aims to implement the international Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework by 2026 to 'enhance transparency in cryptocurrency transactions' and 'combat tax evasion.'
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Arkansas Legislators Advance Regulations on Bitcoin Mining
The Arkansas State House has recently passed two regulatory bills targeting Bitcoin mining, focusing on issues like noise pollution and foreign ownership.
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Riot Platforms Energizes Substation at New Corsicana Mining Facility in Texas
Riot Platforms has activated a substation at its Corsicana Facility in Texas, marking a significant phase in establishing what is expected to be the world's largest Bitcoin mining…
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New Study Challenges the Effectiveness of DEI Initiatives on Corporate Profits
A recent study in Econ Journal Watch refutes prior claims by McKinsey & Company, showing no empirical support for the financial benefits of increased executive diversity in large U…
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Swedish Bitcoin Miners Face $90 Million Tax Bill After Investigation
Sweden's Skatteverket has levied a $90 million tax demand on 18 bitcoin mining companies after a tax evasion investigation.
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Bitcoin Developers Prevail as Craig Wright Ends Lawsuit in UK High Court
The Bitcoin community has achieved a major legal victory as Craig Wright discontinues his UK High Court lawsuit against 12 developers, affirming their contributions and shielding t…
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Newsom Signs 'Climate Collaboration' Agreement with Norway
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a memorandum of understanding with Norway, aiming to mitigate the economic impact of the state's aggressive climate policies on Californ…
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Grayscale's GBTC Sees 50% Reduction in Holdings Over Three Months
Grayscale Investments has reported a 50% reduction in its Bitcoin Trust holdings due to the emergence of competitive U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs offering lower fees and capturing signif…
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U.S. Assures No Death Penalty for Julian Assange If He's Extradited
The U.S. has assured the High Court in London that Julian Assange will not face the death penalty if extradited, can invoke First Amendment rights, and will not be tried under new…
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New Legislation Introduced to Regulate Stablecoin Market
The Lummis-Gillibrand Payment Stablecoin Act introduces regulations for stablecoin issuers to maintain one-to-one reserves and prevent unbacked algorithmic stablecoins.
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Whitney Webb and Mark Goodwin on the Carbon Credit Coup
Investigative journalists Whitney Webb and Mark Goodwin on how carbon markets, satellite surveillance, and a Bitcoin sidechain are being wired together to financialize nature, manu…
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The Deep State's Grip on Wall Street
Recent investigations reveal that the deep state has manipulated the US economy by leaking privileged economic data to Wall Street and influencing Federal Reserve policies.
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Volcano Energy Advances Bitcoin Mining in El Salvador
Volcano Energy in El Salvador is pioneering Bitcoin mining with renewable energy sources that will power operations and provide excess energy to the national grid.
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Biden Administration Launches $30 Billion 'Global Health Security Strategy'
The Global Health Security Strategy by the Biden Administration commits $30 billion to "improve global infectious disease responses."
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Elon Musk Plans Paywall for New Users on X to Combat Spam Bots
Elon Musk is introducing a paywall for new users on X to tackle spam bots, offering a fee-based posting option or a three-month wait for those who opt out.
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Elizabeth Warren Presses CFTC Chair Over His Discussions With Sam Bankman-Fried
Senators Elizabeth Warren and Chuck Grassley are intensifying their scrutiny of the relationship between CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam and Sam Bankman-Fried.
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