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Exploring Proof-of-Work (PoW) in Web3: Mechanisms, Benefits, and Challenges
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Exploring Proof-of-Work (PoW) in Web3: Mechanisms, Benefits, and Challenges

Discover the role of Proof-of-Work (PoW) in blockchain technology, its benefits, challenges, and its importance in Web3 ecosystems.

Ethereum PoW Fork Token Price Drops Over 60% A Day after Mainnet Launch
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Ethereum PoW Fork Token Price Drops Over 60% A Day after Mainnet Launch

ETHPoW was trading as high as $60.68 on Thursday morning after the merge, but on Friday the new token experienced a huge plunge.

White House Suggests Banning Proof-Of-Work Crypto
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White House Suggests Banning Proof-Of-Work Crypto

The Biden administration believes that crypto asset mining consumes a lot of electricity. The White House researchers are urging crypto miners to explore greener alternatives.

Crypto Exchange OKX Unveils Precautionary Measures Ahead of the Ethereum Merge
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Crypto Exchange OKX Unveils Precautionary Measures Ahead of the Ethereum Merge

With the Ethereum merge just around the corner, crypto exchange OKX has given a service update that includes suspension of ETH deposits and withdrawals during the much-anticipated event.

Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Speculates the Merge Will Happen on September 15
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Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Speculates the Merge Will Happen on September 15

Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum’s co-founder, has hinted that the much-anticipated merge might occur around September 15.

Citi Believes The Merge Will Make Ethereum a “Yield-Bearing Asset”
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Citi Believes The Merge Will Make Ethereum a “Yield-Bearing Asset”

Citigroup Inc. or Citi, an American multinational investment bank, disclosed that the merge would make Ethereum (ETH) a deflationary asset. As a result, the second-largest cryptocurrency will become a “yield-bearing asset.”

Buying Pressure Builds up on Ethereum Network, Pushing Price Above $1,300 Amid Merge News
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Buying Pressure Builds up on Ethereum Network, Pushing Price Above $1,300 Amid Merge News

Ethereum (ETH) experienced notable momentum that drove the price above $1,300 after news of the much-anticipated merge made the airwaves.

Ethereum Merge Might Happen in August as Testing Enters Final Round
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Ethereum Merge Might Happen in August as Testing Enters Final Round

Speaking at the Permissionless 2022 Conference in Florida, U.S., Ethereum Researcher Justin Drake disclosed that the merge might happen in August.

Bitcoin Trading Should Be Banned by Central Banks, Says Former British Member of Parliament
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Bitcoin Trading Should Be Banned by Central Banks, Says Former British Member of Parliament

Former Member of the British Parliament Nick Boles appears to disfavour Bitcoin, saying that the central banks should monitor the cryptocurrency’s trades.

Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Discusses ETH 2.0 Progress and Bitcoin-Ethereum Debate
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Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Discusses ETH 2.0 Progress and Bitcoin-Ethereum Debate

On Peter McCormack's talk show, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin discussed the challenges faced by Ethereum 2.0 and the debate between Bitcoin and Ethereum.

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