You Have $100 Million in 2000—Save the World by Destroying Bitcoin’s Future. What’s Your Plan?

Let's say that you are handed $100 million and transported back to the year 2000. Your mission is to prevent Bitcoin from ever breaking the $1,000 mark before the year 2024. If the price of Bitcoin even briefly exceeds $1,000, it triggers the end of the world. What strategy would you devise to stop this cataclysmic event? Some notes.

1) Bitcoin was launched in 2009.

2) Bitcoin's current price is close to $100,000.

3) Bitcoin first crossed the $1000 mark in late November 2013.

4) 100 million dollars is given to you and you can use it any way you want. But the idea is that this will be your seed money to provide yourself with enough power to accomplish your mission.

5) You are headed back to 2000 to give yourself enough time.

You can relive your life with 3 lessons from your current one

You will restart your life, born as a baby, but will be able to carry over 3 lessons you have learned due to events happened to you in your current life, that you currently live by. The lessons become part of your core personality, and you will try your best to live by those lessons as best as you are able for the rest of your new life. Events un your new life will play out the same as in your old life except for changes caused by your actions caused by the change in your core personality.

The lessons have to be of a general nature and you dont retain any knowledge of events, so "buy bitcoin" wont be able to be one of the lessons, but "invest in new technology" would be.

Likewise "dont take back doris since she will cheat on you again" is not a lesson allowed, but "Dont forgive a cheater" would be allowed.

What 3 lessons do you choose to experience a better life?

Today's Top #1: Bitcoin miners struggle despite BTC’s 130% surge in 2024

tldr; Bitcoin surged over 130% in 2024, but most mining companies' stocks ended the year negatively due to rising operational costs, increased mining difficulty, and reduced block rewards from the halving event. Only 7 of 25 publicly listed Bitcoin mining firms delivered positive returns, with Core Scientific leading the gainers. The April halving event cut block rewards, significantly reducing miners' revenues. Mining difficulty rose by 50.7%, and operational costs increased, prompting many companies to raise over $2.2 billion through stock offerings for financial relief.

*This summary is auto generated by a bot and not meant to replace reading the original article. As always, DYOR.

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MSTR Failure Market Impact

I’m aware of the general business model that MSTR uses to create leverage through debt to purchase Bitcoin and those gains are reflected in the share price. Clearly the volatility is significant based on the underlying assets combined with the structure.

As a person who assigns very little actual value to cryptocurrency I am wondering if the failure of MSTR can be the market event that triggers a larger equity sell off as well as retrace crypto back to a much lower level. I’m not saying crypto is completely worthless but these forward valuations are unhinged from reality.

A correction is much needed and this firm really feels like a Ponzi Scheme. I’m curious how much Bitcoin would have to fall to cause this firm to unwind or if this expected dilution they are planning could in turn cause a large sell off.

No one can speak with certainty on the future but I have a hard time believing a clown like Saylor is going to be a visionary and his firm is much more likely to be an Enron.

I need help from all of you.

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Why XRP is Halal: A Comprehensive Breakdown

Hey brothers and sisters,

In light of recent events, many of our newest disciples seem to lose faith. It is therefore necessary to share a perspective few consider. Specifically, I want to discuss whether XRP is halal or not. As someone who’s taken an interest in both Islamic finance and blockchain technology, I wanted to share my view. Of course, this is not fatwa-level guidance, but rather an informed discussion to help those in the community seeking clarity. Feel free to add your thoughts in the comments!

1. No Riba (Interest)

XRP doesn’t involve earning or paying interest directly in its ecosystem. Unlike certain decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols or lending platforms that incorporate interest, XRP is designed as a utility token for payments and liquidity management. This aligns with the Islamic prohibition against riba.

1. Real Utility and Transparency

XRP’s utility is clear and tied to practical use cases such as cross-border payments, liquidity provision, and enterprise solutions through RippleNet. It facilitates faster, cheaper, and more efficient transactions compared to traditional systems. This inherent utility satisfies the Shariah requirement that wealth must be tied to tangible economic activity rather than mere speculation.

1. Decentralized and Transparent System

While Ripple, the company behind XRP, plays a significant role in its ecosystem, the XRP Ledger itself is decentralized and open-source. This transparency reduces uncertainty and speculation (gharar), a critical factor in determining whether an investment aligns with Islamic principles.

1. No Gambling or Speculation (Maysir) XRP is not designed as a lottery-based token or inherently speculative asset. Its primary purpose is to solve real-world problems in the financial sector, rather than promoting gambling or speculative behavior. However, as with any asset, intentions matter—if one engages in speculative trading, it may stray from Shariah principles.

2. Ethical Alignment XRP’s role in enabling financial inclusion and reducing the cost of global remittances aligns with Islamic values of equity and fairness. By providing underbanked populations access to efficient financial tools, it contributes to a more just economic system.

3. Environmentally Conscious XRP’s consensus algorithm is energy-efficient compared to proof-of-work systems like Bitcoin. This aligns with Islamic ethics on environmental stewardship (khalifa) and sustainability. Its low energy consumption ensures that its use does not cause undue harm to the environment.

A Few Caveats

Intentions Matter: If you’re investing in XRP purely for speculation or short-term profit, this might not align with Shariah principles.

Fatwa Consultation: For a definitive ruling, consult a qualified Islamic scholar who can assess your specific circumstances.

Due Diligence: Understand the project’s mechanics and long-term goals before investing. Transparency in intentions and actions is key in Islamic finance.

Conclusion

Ripple XRP, with its clear utility, ethical alignment, and environmentally friendly approach, makes a strong case for being halal. However, as always, it’s important to do your own research, consult scholars when needed, and ensure your investments align with your values.