Bitcoin’s 2023 energy use matched 20 countries, yet the sector is pivoting. Proof‑of‑Stake, layer‑2 rollups and green mining farms slash consumption. Projects like Chia and Cardano show 90%+ efficiency gains. Community‑run carbon‑offset DAOs add a new sustainability layer.
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Market psychology shapes crypto moves more than fundamentals. Fear of missing out (FOMO) drives pumps, while fear of loss (FUD) triggers dumps. Recognize herd behavior, look for confirmation from volume and order flow. Use sentiment indices, but don’t chase hype. Stick to a plan, set stop‑losses, and remember volatility is a psychological game, not a technical one.
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Central Bank Digital Currencies and crypto are two sides of the money‑future coin. CBDCs give governments a stable, regulated digital wallet—easy cross‑border flow, lower risk, but limited privacy. Cryptos offer decentralised freedom, programmable money, and high volatility. In practice, the two may coexist: CBDCs as the trusted backbone, crypto as the innovation engine. Which side will dominate the next decade?
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