In the wide expanse of the cryptocurrency world, the U.S. Treasury Department, an arm of the government, has stamped its authority. Bitcoin miners, those who extract the digital currency, face new obligations bestowed upon them by this powerful entity. A specially tailored tax form now awaits the miners, offering a clear roadmap of what is expected from them. But it doesn't end there. The miners must also grapple with another pressing issue – energy consumption. To survive in this ever-changing landscape, they must adapt; collaborate with regulators to ensure they meet future requirements. One such miner, Mark Zalan, CEO of GoMining, waxes lyrical about the necessity of compliance, not only in the United States but also in the European Union. Mining endures, irrespective of bear markets, a testament to its resilience. Decentralization and transparency remain sacred, bolstering trust in the system. These miners can breathe a sigh of relief, but the challenges that accompany crypto-related businesses persist. The winds of change always linger in this volatile space. #crypto #economy

Few dates throughout history boast such a grandiose collection of significant events as August 27th. We are transported through time to 1859, the dawn of drilling. The first successful oil well drills its way into the annals of history, forever changing the course of energy extraction. The eruption of Krakatoa in 1883, a cataclysmic display of nature's awe-inspiring power, joins the ranks of notable occurrences. Fast forward to 1928, a treaty that bears the names of Kellogg and Briand, paves the way for peaceful negotiations between nations. The year 1962 marks an astronomical first, as Mariner 2 voyages to Venus, a celestial dance of discovery. The 1960s, a tumultuous era, brings forth tragedy, with the death of Brian Epstein, manager of the iconic Beatles in 1967. The stars align once again in 2003, in a celestial phenomenon known as Mars Opposition, where the red planet puts on a brilliant display for all to see. But amidst the cosmic wonder, wildfires ravage California, with the Cedar Fire beginning its destructive path that same year. In 2007, the launch of the spacecraft "Phoenix" ushers in the dawn of another interplanetary exploration, this time to our neighbor Mars. Then, a technological titan emerges, as Apple Inc. ascends to become the most valuable publicly traded company in history in 2012. Finally, we bid farewell to a leader, Robert Mugabe, the former president of Zimbabwe, as his earthly journey concludes in 2018. #history

The Digest, 8/27/2023 @330AM, CDT

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