Cipher Mining’s $800M Crypto Gambit: Zero Interest, All Drama 🤑

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The company is now offering $800 million in “0.00% convertible senior notes”-because who doesn’t want to lend money for free? The notes, which could balloon to $920 million if you squint and add a few exclamation points, are unsecured, interest-free, and will mature in 2031. That’s six years from now, assuming the sun doesn’t expand and swallow Earth first. Bonus: They’re convertible into cash, stock, or a combo platter, depending on how the dice of capitalism roll.

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Phoebe’s style would mock that a bit, maybe something like “Oh, how the mighty have scrambled…” to add humor. Use emojis like 🚮 to emphasize the garbage comment. Regulation section: “Talking Regulation” can be rephrased as “Regulation: The Boring Bit Everyone’s Suddenly Horny For 📜”. That’s humorous and in her style. Add some emojis for flair. Picks and Shovels section: Phoebe might use a metaphor like “picks and shovels” but make it more relatable, maybe compare to a gold rush with a modern twist. “Own the Picks and Shovels” could stay, but add a line like “It’s like investing in the shovel sellers during a gold rush, darling.” with a 😎 emoji. Building the portfolio: Use phrases like “Portfolio Building for the Crypto-Curious (or Desperate)” with a wine emoji 🍷. Sarcastic advice on diversification. Where Coins Belong: Maybe rephrase as “Where Do Coins Even Go?” with a confused emoji 🤷♂️. Add humor about having too many crypto positions. Treasuries and Leverage: Use “Treasuries and Leverage: Because Gambling Isn’t Illegal Enough” 💸. Sarcastic take on leverage risks. The Investor’s Mindset: “Crypto Investor’s Mindset: Be Cool, Not Clueless” 🧠. Emphasize not predicting prices but owning the space. Ask an Expert section: Leo Mindyuk’s Q&A. Phoebe’s style would add humor to the questions. For example, the “access” question could be phrased as “Access: It’s Not Just a Handbag Brand, Darling 💼”. Use emojis in the answers to keep it light. Throughout, sprinkle emojis to match the tone. Use phrases like “Buckle up, buttercup” or “Welcome to the circus” to add that sarcastic, humorous edge. Avoid markdown, use HTML tags as in the original but rephrase the text. Check for all images retained, no tags, no color styles. Ensure title is only in tag and not repeated as a header. Keep the structure but inject Phoebe’s witty voice. Make sure the humor and sarcasm are consistent without overdoing it. Also, check that all original content points are covered but rephrased with flair.End of Thought (28.07s) Crypto, But Make It Entertaining: Kevin O’Leary’s Surprisingly Sassy Take on Digital Gold 🚀 What to know: You’re reading Crypto for Advisors, CoinDesk’s weekly newsletter that unpacks digital assets for financial advisors like you’re some sort of high-rolling Wall Street wizard. Subscribe here every Thursday if you’re feeling *extra* brave. 💼 In today’s edition, Kevin O’Leary – yes, *that* Kevin – spills the tea on his crypto evolution. Spoiler: He once called Bitcoin “garbage” and now wants to marry it. We’re all just here for the drama. 📜 Then, Leo Mindyuk of MLTech answers your crypto questions because apparently, adults still need a bedtime story to sleep at night. 🌙 – Sarah Morton, Probably Drinking Coffee and Judging Your Portfolio Rethinking Crypto Investing: Looking Beyond Digital Assets (Because NFTs Aren’t Enough) From Garbage to Gold: Why Crypto? In 2019, I called Bitcoin “garbage” 🚮. Why? Back then, crypto was a dumpster fire with a side of chaos. No rules, no cops, just a bunch of dudes in hoodies yelling “decentralization!” at 3 a.m. Now? It’s *sophisticated*. Governments are finally learning to Google “regulation.” Remember the “Wild West”? Cowboys made millions riding the volatility wave like it was a TikTok trend. But here’s the twist: Crypto’s still a toddler in a tuxedo. Adoption? We’re barely past the “I think I want this” phase. 🤷♂️ Talking Regulation (Yawn) Regulation: The boring bit everyone’s suddenly horny for. 📜 Institutional money? They’re still sipping crypto through a tiny straw. Imagine if they just *gulped*. But noooo, we’re stuck waiting for senators to stop arguing over whether Bitcoin is a “coin” or a “token.” Bitcoin ETFs? Canada started it, the U.S. copied (shocking). The GENIUS Act? Guaranteeing stablecoins are backed by USD. Groundbreaking. Meanwhile, the Senate’s “digital asset market structure bill” is about as clear as a TikTok conspiracy theory. Everyone’s just praying for a regulatory green light so we can all scream “MOON!” again. 🚀 Own the Picks and Shovels (Or: How to Profit Without Caring) Listen, darling. If you’re investing in crypto, stop obsessing over coin prices like it’s a high school crush. Own the *infrastructure*. Exchanges, data centers – the stuff that makes money whether crypto soars or crashes. Think of it as being the bartender at a crypto rave. 🍸 I’m in Bitzero (clean energy for mining – very woke), WonderFi (Canada’s top exchange), and Coinbase (because everyone needs a hobby). These platforms are where the magic happens. And if BTC tanks? I’m still sipping margaritas. 🍹 Building Your Crypto Portfolio (Without Crying) Crypto’s 20% of my portfolio. Not because I’m brave, but because I’m *bored* of normal money. Diversify? Sure, but not by buying every meme coin. Invest in companies that *support* crypto. Think of it as buying the stage, not the band. 🎸 Where Coins Belong (Spoiler: Not in Your Wallet) Once had 27 crypto positions. Now? Just BTC, ETH, and stablecoins. BTC is digital gold, ETH is my side hustle with a yield. Stablecoins? For when I need to feel *normal*. 2.5% each, wrapped ETH because I like “monthly yield” – said no one ever at a dinner party. 🤭 Treasuries and Leverage (AKA: How to Not Lose Your House) Companies are buying BTC with leverage like it’s free money. Me? I’m leveraging 30% max. Call me a bore, but I’d rather not cry into my caviar if BTC tanks 50% overnight. 🐟 The Crypto Investor’s Mindset (aka: Chill Out) Crypto’s volatile. Get over it. Own the space – the coins, the infrastructure, the whole chaotic circus. Don’t predict prices. Just profit. Simple. 🤹♀️ – Kevin O’Leary, Entrepreneur and Investor (aka: Mr. Sarcastic) Ask an Expert: Because Google Isn’t Enough Making Sense of Crypto Investment Models: What Access Means (And Why You Should Care) Q: What’s “access” in crypto? And why should I care? A: Access isn’t just a VIP pass, darling. It’s how you *get in*. Buy tokens on exchanges? DeFi protocols? Managed funds? Each has rules, risks, and varying levels of “wait, did I just lose $10K?” Own a private wallet? Congrats, you’re your own bank (and IT support). Use a managed account? Hope you trust the “professionals.” Choose wisely – crypto’s a minefield with better emojis. 💣 Q: What strategies exist besides HODLing? A: Buckle up, buttercup: Delta-Neutral: Hedge everything like you’re scared of commitment. Minimal drama, steady returns. 🥱 Market-Neutral: Arbitrage like a Wall Street wolf in sheep’s clothing. Uncorrelated returns? Yes, please. 🐺 Long-Short Quant: Bet big, cry bigger. Volatility’s your middle name. 😭 Smart Beta: Rules-based, like investing for robots who hate surprises. 🤖 Q: How do I choose the right strategy? A: Ask yourself: Are you a thrill-seeker or a scaredy-cat? High-risk? Trade like a maniac. Low-risk? Let AI do the work. And for the love of God, pick a strategy that doesn’t involve losing sleep. 😴 – Leo Mindyuk, CEO & CIO, ML Tech (AKA: Crypto Whisperer)

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PayPal’s Big Bet on Spark: USD Stablecoin Makes Waves in DeFi

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It appears that PayPal’s gamble is paying off, as PYUSD has attracted a staggering $135 million in deposits since it made its grand debut on SparkLend this past August. You know, just pocket change for a company that once couldn’t even let you transfer money between friends without charging fees. 😏

Battlefield 6 Single-Player Campaign Gameplay and Details Revealed

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The single-player campaign in *Battlefield 6* is set in 2027, just like the game’s multiplayer. You play as a member of Dagger-13, a specialized US Marines squad, with each character representing one of the multiplayer classes. Because you control the entire squad throughout the campaign, you’ll need to give commands and utilize each member’s unique skills and abilities.

FBC: Firebreak’s First Big Update “Breakpoint” Launches on September 29th

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The new Breakpoint system changes how you advance and choose missions. Instead of picking a specific mission type, you’ll now use the Crisis Board, which offers a rotating selection of four to six urgent situations. These crises last for 30 minutes and provide different opportunities for various missions, each with unique lengths, challenges, and rewards.

Ghost of Yotei Outshines Tsushima in Early Metacritic Reviews

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Early reviews for *Ghost of Yotei* are overwhelmingly positive. The game currently has a Metacritic score of 87, making it even better reviewed than *Ghost of Tsushima*, which scored 83. This puts *Yotei* in the top 14 highest-rated games of the year, just ahead of *Silent Hill f* – a highly anticipated sequel releasing shortly before it.

New Sequel to Cancelled Sci-Fi Masterpiece Isn’t The Follow-Up We Wanted

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Fans are getting more of *The Expanse*, but not as a traditional TV season. Three years after the show ended, the story continues in a graphic novel called *The Expanse: A Little Death*. Wes Chatham, who played Amos Burton, co-wrote the novel, which focuses on his character. While it’s great to see the universe expanded in comic form, many fans hoping for a seventh season on screen will likely be disappointed.