# Ripple co-founder thinks Bitcoin should move away from proof-of-work

# Ripple co-founder thinks Bitcoin should move away from proof-of-work

“# Ripple co-founder thinks Bitcoin should move away from proof-of-work ” Bitcoin code contributors need to consider a move away from the cryptocurrency’s proof-of-work consensus mechanism, Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen argued. In a Wednesday blog post, Larsen outlined major PoW-related vulnerabilities, noting growing concerns over Bitcoin’s carbon footprint. According to the executive, PoW-based coins like Bitcoin (BTC)…

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# BitGo expands crypto insurance to cover over 0M

# BitGo expands crypto insurance to cover over $700M

“# BitGo expands crypto insurance to cover over $700M ” Digital asset custody firm BitGo has expanded its cold storage insurance program, raising its insurance capacity by $600 million. BitGo debuted its crypto insurance program through global insurance and reinsurance market Lloyd’s of London in 2019. This enabled BitGo clients to acquire insurance for their…

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# Early Tesla investor Baillie Gifford invests 0M in Blockchain.com

# Early Tesla investor Baillie Gifford invests $100M in Blockchain.com

“# Early Tesla investor Baillie Gifford invests $100M in Blockchain.com ” Baillie Gifford, a 110 year-old asset management firm known for its early bets on firms like Tesla, has invested $100 million in major cryptocurrency wallet service Blockchain.com. Blockchain.com co-founder and CEO Peter Smith announced Wednesday that Baillie Gifford’s contribution to its $300 million funding…

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