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BITCOIN'S STRENGTH PROVEN
Marathon Digital, a mining company, mined an invalid Bitcoin block at height 809478. This error was pinpointed by an independent "Bitcoin observer". Yep, there are folks out there who vigilantly watch the blockchain on their own accord!
The invalid Bitcoin block was rejected by other node operators. Later on, the company's representatives confirmed the incident, describing it as an "unexpected error during an experiment".
The exact nature of their experiment, however, remains shrouded in mysteryā¦
So, the mining of this invalid block raised some concerns within the community regarding the security of the Bitcoin network.
Yet, Marathon Digital stated that their experiment was not an attempt to alter the blockchain. They believe the incident further underscores the reliability and security of the Bitcoin network, which "rejected and rectified the anomaly". Phew!!!
Many others echoed this sentiment, seeing the incident as further evidence that Bitcoin is an impregnable fortress of verification, preventing double-spending.
In a twist of financial flair, Bitcoin has soared once more past the $27,000 mark!
Furthermore, the analytics firm MatrixPort shared research and estimates on the profitability of mining companies when Bitcoin reaches a new record price.
As a reminder, the current all-time high (ATH) is approximately $68,789 ā at that price point, the profitability of mining companies would be 167%!
Even though the Bitcoin mining difficulty increased by 5.48% on September 19th, setting a new historical maximum, it remains a lucrative venture, especially for the major players in the industry.
Thankfully, as we approach the weekend, the mood remains upbeat!Even today's "visual glitch" on Binance Futures, which saw BTC plummet to $2700, hasn't negatively impacted the market charts.
Similarly, the SEC's decision to delay their verdict on several Bitcoin ETFs has not swayed sentiment.
TL;DR:Ā Marathon Digital's invalid Bitcoin block caused a stir, but BTC swiftly overcame the anomaly, rallying past $27,000. An analyst firm's research underscores the lucrative appeal of mining, yet for big players. Meanwhile, futures experience a short-lived $27000 dip, and the SEC keeps everyone waiting on ETF decisions.
ANSWER TO YESTERDAY'S QUIZ
Yesterday's challenge seemed to be no match for our brilliant community members! Kudos to those who successfully found the ETH. For clarity, we'll be sharing an image with the solution. As we head into the weekend, we hope you take some time to relax and rejuvenate. Best wishes for a fantastic weekend ahead!
BITE-SIZED NEWS
- SEC files yet another lawsuit. PayPal Steps Forward with Patent Application for NFT Trading System. Something's cooking?
- Epic Games Trims Workforce Following Overestimated Metaverse Revenue. Reality bites! Apparently ā¦ wasn't that 'epic'.
- Six-Week Court Trial Awaits Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried.Ā Will the drama finally end?
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With close to a decade of experience in the FinTech industry, Aaron understands all of the biggest issues and struggles that crypto enthusiasts face. He’s a passionate analyst who is concerned with data-driven and fact-based content, as well as that which speaks to both Web3 natives and industry newcomers.
Aaron is the go-to person for everything and anything related to digital currencies. With a huge passion for blockchain & Web3 education, Aaron strives to transform the space as we know it, and make it more approachable to complete beginners.
Aaron has been quoted by multiple established outlets, and is a published author himself. Even during his free time, he enjoys researching the market trends, and looking for the next supernova.