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NZ hydro-powered data center will curb crypto mining if locals need energy

An impending data center for mining crypto near one of New Zealand’s largest dams has locals concerned about noise and energy shortages.

Japan central bank tells G7 to figure out how to regulate crypto — fast

A senior Bank of Japan official has warned G7 nations that the clock is ticking on a common framework to regulate cryptocurrency.

With an estimated net worth of $96 billion as of January 9, Binance’s CZ career has earned him a place among the 100 wealthiest billionaires.

Sanctions targeting Russia have boosted Japan Prime Minister Kishida’s popularity, but polling shows citizens want tougher action on Putin.

World powers paying Russia for its oil and gas with Bitcoin is unlikely. Still, it’s wild to see the cryptocurrency namedropped like this.