The idea is that banks can raise the rates at which they lend out money which will, in turn, improve their profitability. However, not all financials are created equal; companies with significant consumer credit balance sheets could struggle when inflation rises. The Federal Reserve (Fed) has an important role to play in tightening the markets, so keeping an eye on what they do will help investors predict where markets could potentially head....

Specifically, the TVL recorded in December 2021 stood at a whopping $303.8 billion, only to drop to $96.3 billion in September 2022 – a loss of 68.3%, according to the data published by crypto market data aggregation and analytics platform CryptoRank on September 26. As per this data, the TVL in DeFi decreased by 10% in the last 30 days, from $106 billion where it stood a month ago, to the current $96....

On the other hand, one particular company in western Pennsylvania, claims they have discovered a method to put cryptocurrency mining to work in order to clean up their neighborhood, according to a report by Reuters. Using waste from decades-old coal power plants, Stronghold Digital Mining (NASDAQ: SDIG) generates energy that runs hundreds of supercomputers that are engaged in Bitcoin mining. Chief executive officer of Stronghold, Greg Beard stated: How is the waste used to mine Bitcoin?...

On Monday, the President’s Working Group on Financial Markets will gather with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to discuss the benefits and risks of stablecoins, a type of cryptocurrency that is pegged to more traditional assets, like fiat currencies such as the dollar. In the statement, Yellen declared: Policymakers keep a watchful eye As new consumer choices emerge and gain popularity, politicians, Federal Reserve officials, and other regulators are thus closely scrutinizing stablecoins and other digital payment alternatives....

The bill voted on by 276 deputies seeks to regulate cryptocurrencies allowing holders to trade and declare them legally, AIN reports. If the law is approved, international blockchain companies will also have an opportunity to register and operate in the country. Besides making cryptocurrencies legal, the bill also seeks to cushion market players offering them entitlement to judicial and other ways of protecting their digital currencies. The proposed law has tasked the Ministry of Digital Transformation to regulate the cryptocurrency market....

My recommendation is to perform a clean install whenever possible. I have never been a fan of in-place upgrades. While upgrades are supported, it is common to run into issues during or after the operating system upgrade, especially if the operating system you are upgrading has been installed and maintained for quite a bit of time. However, there are some special circumstances where a clean install is not an option, or the level of risk to perform an in-place upgrade is acceptable....

Nevertheless, the latest data shows that despite offloading a good amount of the Bitcoin of which it had obtained through seizures, the government still owns $4.08 billion in BTC holdings as of February 2022, according to data shared by co-founders Negentropic of on-chain analytics platform Glassnode. Interestingly, the US government’s holdings are more than twice that of both Ukraine, with $2.01 billion, and Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA), with $1.86 billion. Tesla purchased Bitcoin and included it on its balance sheets last year, albeit it ceased taking Bitcoin as payment a short time afterward....

According to Lepard, the Fed ‘blew it’ following the excessive printing of money while suggesting that the agency has panicked and is making the situation worse in attempts to rectify it, he said during an interview with Natalie Brunell on October 11. However, in the absence of fiat currency, the prominent investor noted that Bitcoin (BTC) is likely to rise and become the dominant form of money. He stated that Bitcoin’s growth is parallel to internet skepticism and will eventually become widespread....

Tesla’s recent developments have not been very encouraging, with both the medium and short term time frames displaying unfavourable indicators. In general, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in late February has had a negative impact on automobile stocks. In light of the recent spike in oil prices, it could have been predicted that equities in electric vehicles would fare better. As oil prices rise, gasoline becomes more costly, hence increasing the economic benefit of topping up with electricity....

Waves is today’s biggest altcoin gainer, with a 17% increase in value in the last 24 hours. However, UMA and Ethereum Classic are close runners-up, gaining 15% each over the same period, respectively. ETC, a crypto-asset that formed after the hard fork of the ETH blockchain, was one of the biggest gainers and has increased by 37.93% to $61.25 over the last week alone. Ethereum Classic announces ‘Magneto’ The increase in ETC follows the announcement of a network upgrade dubbed “Magneto” by developers....

For Discord, you can change your background appearance to light or dark, and knowing what color each mode is has been a concern for many. We will discuss what color the Discord background is for its two modes. Next, we will see the steps for changing the background mode for Discord on the desktop and mobile versions. Let’s get started! What Color Is the Discord Background? Discord is an online platform popular with gamers for letting them connect in voice or video chat....

In this article, we’ll be providing you with a comprehensive explanation of the “Instagram handle” and instructions on how to create your one. Without further ado, let’s get this show on the road! What Is an “Instagram Handle”? First, let us briefly define an “Instagram handle” before diving deeper into the guidance to create your one. Simply speaking, “Instagram handle” is your username on this platform. Each user has a unique handle that is different from the others....

You might have seen this term used in group chats or DM’s and wondered what “NVM” means. Remember the good old days when we had to refer to a dictionary when we didn’t know the meaning of a word? Well, those times are long gone because your Oxford dictionary will not be able to show up any results if you were to search for the words you commonly come across on social media....

In the following sections, let’s figure out the definition of “YK” and ensure that you’ll know how to use “YK” on Snapchat conversations like a Snapchat professional. Now, it’s time to start diving into this post! What Does “YK” Mean on Snapchat? If you’ve been active on multiple social media platforms, especially Snapchat, you probably know that most Internet abbreviations come from this mobile app. These words make your conversations on Snapchat to the point and play a role as specific texting codes with your friends in the digital world....

Are you annoyed when you spot the Snapchat lock logo on your best friend’s story? If you think you’ve been locked out of their Snapchat story, don’t fret, as it’s undoubtedly not the case! Snapchat has gained massive popularity in the recent past. And it is no secret that the sun is shining brighter for the owners of Snapchat! All thanks to the epidemic for setting in and forcing us to stay indoors....

When using the app, it is important that you also learn about Snapchat slang, which can help you communicate better and adapt to the Snapchat community. A common abbreviation that is used very often is HRU. If you aren’t aware of what does HRU mean on Snapchat, continue reading to learn more! What Is HRU? HRU is a short form of how are you. For example, on Snapchat, users commonly say “HRU” when trying to begin a conversation with someone....

But what happens when you try to view a post in your DM, and instead of it opening, you get a Post Unavailable message? You get jittery and anxious with thoughts of FOMO. Curiosity starts getting the better of you, making you desperate to see what lies behind the mysterious “Post Unavailable”! You then try everything in your power to view the post with no luck. Well, you’ve come to the right place for answers!...

One such feature is Facebook Dating which makes it easy for people to find a match on the platform. Besides, Facebook Dating comes integrated with your Facebook account. Do you know what “spark” means on Facebook Dating? Today’s guide enlightens you on what Facebook Dating is and some of its cool features, including the secret crush. Further, we will understand what spark means on Facebook Dating and how you can end up in a spark....

This guide will help you decide if it is for you and get you started – we’ll explain what growth investing is, key metrics to identify them, the main risks involved, how to strategically manage these risks, and bring some examples of growth investing strategies. What are growth stocks? Opposite of value stocks, growth stocks’ performance is assessed mainly by revenue and sales growth, whereas value stocks are measured by their trading price and intrinsic value....

Nowadays, people use Snapchat to find out about their love interests and get their attention there. Its variety of features lets you play around and get someone to notice them. What you post on Snapchat today speaks for what type of person you are. Seeing who views your stories frequently also lets you know if you are someone’s potential type. You might have that online crush you exchanged socials with recently....