China is currently a pioneer in the export of rare earths. However, the EU wants to change this as soon as possible. Currently, nine out of ten imported permanent magnets that are installed in electric cars come from China. These permanent magnets are particularly attractive to manufacturers because they require little electricity. Rare earths are
The next few months are crucial! So far, the Stock to Flow (S2F) calculation model of PlanB has proved its worth. Its forecast for August 2021, of about 50,000 US dollars, hits the mark. Currently, the value of the BTC/USD is 49,000 US dollars. If the S2F model continues to be right, the value of
Blockchain technology is often portrayed as a climate sinner – yet the key technology can also make an important contribution to the energy transition! This is characterised by the secure and permanent recording of permanently retrievable data. Thanks to its ability to record data invariably, the blockchain has enormous potential for environmental protection. For example,
In a survey conducted by the big-for-audit firm Deloitte, the so-called “2021 Global Blockchain Survey”, 1,280 professionals from the financial sector were asked about blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Participants came from Brazil, China, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, Great Britain and the United States. Around 73% of respondents expressed concern
Cybercrime is one of the biggest law enforcement challenges today. Personnel must be constantly increased and trained to keep up with new technologies. Investigators are now relying on blockchain technology. Austrian Albert Sperl is an expert in cybercrime. In 2014, he specialized in blockchain technologies and cryptocurrencies. He founded a company that aims to support
For the first time, blockchain technology is being applied in the medical field. However, data protectionists are concerned about it. Blockchain technology is experiencing total hype, but the implementation of the corresponding projects continues to be delayed, especially in Europe. China, on the other hand, recognised the potential of the new technology early on and
Bitcoin is often referred to as “digital gold. ” The two investments certainly have many similar advantages, which make them excellent stores of value. In some aspects, Bitcoin is even superior to gold, even if the necessary confidence in the cryptocurrency is lacking. The BTC is above all counterfeit-proof, and its mantra is “Don’t trust;
Since Cardano developer IOHK announced that Smart Contracts will come on September 12, ADA’s price has been rising rapidly. In the meantime, ADA has risen to rank 3 of the top coins after Bitcoin and Ether. From Friday to Saturday alone, the cryptocurrency gained six percent growth. Last week, it was even a proud 51
“The Bitcoin Family” documents their life on several social media platforms. The family are from the Netherlands and crypto millionaires who travel all over the world. As Bitcoin slowly but steadily gained value in 2017, they decided to invest all their assets in cryptocurrency. They even sold the house and their cars. At that time, Bitcoin cost
Messi transferred to Paris Saint-Germain. There, the Argentinean attacker signed a two-year contract. According to media reports, he is expected to earn 30 to 35 million euros a year. Part of this salary is paid to him as a specially listed fan token, the so-called Paris Saint-Germain Fan Token. Since then, the price of the token
