Recent mining bans in countries like China and Kazakhstan have cut Bitcoin’s hash rate by 15% since 2024 peaks, per blockchain data, raising centralization fears as U.S. and Canada dominate. BTC ($92K) and LTC ($80) face short-term volatility, but long-term scarcity supports prices. Mining shifts to renewables or PoS alternatives signal industry evolution. Strategy: Hold BTC for resilience, diversify into green mining firms, avoid LTC unless hash rate stabilizes.
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Macro-driven allocations expand ETF activity. Hedge narrative builds, though speculative flows remain risky. Outlook depends on adoption pace.
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The fusion of blockchain and quantum computing accelerates, threatening cryptocurrency security. Quantum computers could break traditional encryption like RSA, risking assets. Consensus mechanisms like Proof of Work may face vulnerabilities via Grover’s algorithm. Quantum Resistant Ledger (QRL) uses hash-based signatures (XMSS), offering NIST-approved quantum resistance. QRL’s lightweight wallets and lattice-based cryptography enhance security. However, scalability and integration challenges persist. QRL’s proactive approach positions it as a leader in safeguarding digital assets against quantum threats, ensuring long-term blockchain integrity.
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