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2 May 2026, 03:30

Bitcoin’s Defenders Launch ‘Evidence Base’ In Battle Against FUD

“If you’re trying to own someone, you’ll trigger their defenses and accomplish nothing.” That line sits at the heart of a new tool built by a Nordic Bitcoin education group — one that aims to change how Bitcoin supporters respond to criticism online. A Database Built For Speed Bitcoin Beyond 66 , a Bitcoin education platform based in the Nordic region, has released what it calls The Bitcoin Evidence Base — an open-source, AI-powered tool that generates responses to common claims about Bitcoin’s environmental footprint and energy use. The database pulls from more than 22 peer-reviewed research papers, Cambridge University reports, and data from ERCOT, the Texas power grid operator. The idea is simple: give Bitcoin supporters credible, ready-to-use information fast, before a social media post gains traction. “Most people don’t have time to read 22+ peer-reviewed papers,” the group said. “When someone posts criticism on social media, you need a credible response — fast.” Users submit a Bitcoin-related claim — via text or a link — and the tool returns a sourced, evidence-based reply. One study the database regularly cites is an April 2025 report from the University of Cambridge, which found that more than 52% of Bitcoin is now mined using renewable energy. The group also points to data showing Bitcoin’s renewable energy mix runs higher than that of the traditional banking sector. Three Tones, One Goal The tool does not deliver a one-size-fits-all reply. Users can choose from three response tones — direct, balanced, or soft — depending on the situation. That flexibility reflects a broader communication strategy the group credits to Bitcoin environmentalist Daniel Batten, whose “playbook” the database is built around. The approach asks users to first acknowledge whatever truth may exist in a criticism before walking through the evidence that challenges it. The goal is not to silence critics but to inform both the person posting and anyone else reading the exchange. The database is open for contributions. Supporters can submit research papers and website links to Bitcoin Beyond 66 for review and possible inclusion. Mining’s Green Shift Bitcoin mining’s environmental impact has been a point of public debate for over a decade. Critics — including some government bodies and United Nations officials — have raised concerns about its carbon footprint. But reports indicate that the energy profile of Bitcoin mining has shifted considerably, with a growing share of operations drawing from lower-carbon and renewable sources. Bitcoin Beyond 66 says outdated data and poorly designed studies continue to shape public opinion in ways the current research no longer supports. The Evidence Base is its answer to that gap — a living, crowd-sourced archive that backers hope will make accurate information on Bitcoin mining easier to find and share. Featured image from MetaAI, chart from TradingView

1 May 2026, 20:59

Bitcoin miner Riot's shares jump 8% after expanding AMD data center deal, signaling AI pivot

AMD’s expansion and improved financing terms highlight Riot’s shift beyond bitcoin mining and strengthen confidence in its growing data center business.

1 May 2026, 19:18

Riot Platforms Q1: Data Center Revenue 33.2M$

Riot Platforms raised its data center revenue to 33.2M$ in Q1, moving away from BTC mining. 50MW deal with AMD, 15.679 BTC holdings (~1.2B$), and RIOT stock up 7.9%. AI transformation is accelerating.

1 May 2026, 17:37

Pentagon Bitcoin Claim Puts Military Focus on Crypto Power

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers that the Pentagon has classified work tied to Bitcoin and crypto, after Rep. Lance Gooden asked whether the United States was using Bitcoin to gain strategic leverage against China. The exchange came during a House Armed Services Committee hearing, where Gooden framed Bitcoin as a national security issue rather than only a financial asset. Hegseth said he has long supported Bitcoin and crypto’s potential, then said some Defense Department efforts around “enabling it or defeating it” remain classified. Hegseth did not give operational details. However, his answer showed that senior defense officials now discuss Bitcoin in military terms, including leverage, cybersecurity, and competition with China. The public record does not confirm the full scope of the classified work. U.S. Military Runs Bitcoin Node, Paparo Says The comments followed earlier testimony from Adm. Samuel Paparo, head of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. Paparo told Gooden that the command has a Bitcoin node and uses it for network security work, not for mining or financial trading. Gooden’s office said Paparo described Bitcoin as a computer science tool linked to cryptography, proof of work, and network protection. The command is using the node to monitor the Bitcoin network and run operational tests tied to cybersecurity. Gooden also cited Bitcoin Policy Institute estimates that China holds about 194,000 BTC, while the United States holds about 328,000 BTC. Those figures remain estimates, but they support Gooden’s argument that Bitcoin has moved into national security debates. Bitcoin Enters U.S. Security Debate Gooden said Bitcoin has changed from a “fringe asset” into a matter of national security. He pointed to several risks, including reported crypto demands around the Strait of Hormuz, North Korea-linked cybercrime, and China’s possible Bitcoin holdings. The claims around adversary use need careful wording. Public sources support concerns about North Korea-linked crypto theft and Iran-related crypto payment risks, but the Pentagon has not publicly confirmed every detail in the TFTC post. The confirmed news is narrower and stronger. Hegseth acknowledged classified Pentagon work involving Bitcoin-related capabilities, while Paparo confirmed a U.S. military Bitcoin node. Together, the remarks show that Bitcoin now sits inside defense and geopolitical discussions, not only finance committee debates.

1 May 2026, 16:10

Riot Platforms Stock Pops as Bitcoin Miner Reports Data Center Revenue, Doubled AMD Deal

The Bitcoin mining company's pivot to AI infrastructure hosting generated its first data center revenue as AMD expanded its capacity.

1 May 2026, 15:13

Shuttle Pharma Enters DOGE Mining

Nasdaq-listed Shuttle Pharmaceutical enters DOGE mining by acquiring United Dogecoin with an 11M$ PIPE. Target of %1,5 hash power with 3.000 ElphaPex devices. DOGE nears 0,11$, uptrend with RSI 74,...