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Tesla's Bitcoin about-face is a warning for cryptocurrencies that ignore climate change

Written by John Hawkins, Senior Lecturer, Canberra School of Politics, Economics and Society and NATSEM, University of Canberra

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Over the weekend, Tesla chief executive Elon Musk suggested his company could sell off its Bitcoin holdings, sending the cryptocurrency plummeting.

It followed Musk’s announcement earlier this month that his company would no longer accept Bitcoin in payment for its electric cars, due to the fossil fuels needed to create the...

Why surging oil prices are a shock for the global economy – but not yet a crisis
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Why doesn’t travel insurance cover war?
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Booked to travel through the Middle East? Here’s why you shouldn’t cancel your flight
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Australia’s gender pay gap is narrowing – and the public spotlight seems to be helping
Since 2024, the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) has been publishing the gender pay gaps of Australia’s largest …
Reduce Your Operating Costs with 5 Strategies
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One street tree can boost Sydney house prices by $30,000 – or cost $70,000 if it’s too close: new study
Canva, The Conversation, CC BY-NCA single street tree can potentially increase an average Sydney house price by A$30,000, our…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
In the dynamic world of real estate, commercial properties hold a pivotal position. They represent not only a significant financial asset but also a crucial business investment. When contemplating the…

Where Land Meets Waves: Best Destinations for Throwing a Party at Sea
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Key Factors for Creating a Successful Business Plan
To ensure a successful business plan, you should create a good strategy and dedicate some time and effort to it. For example, if you’re trading forex also have to develop…
Why switched on employers have been surveying their teams more often since COVID struck
In volatile and uncertain times, it’s vital to keep your finger on the pulse Does your business run an annual employee satisfaction and engagement survey to see how the troops are…

AIIMS Group and AdVisible merge

Two of Australia’s most established independent agencies unite, creating marketing powerhouse backed by three decades of combined experience ...

Block's layoffs are a design win. Here's why

We spend millions designing features that save users 30 seconds. Block just saved thousands of employees 40 hours a week. That's not a crisis. That's...

Why I Decided to Build a Better Way to Build Homes

Why does building a home still feel like stepping into the unknown? In an industry where costs blow out and decisions come too late, certainty has...

Leonardo.Ai reveals new brand, expanding its creator-first platform for the next era of generative AI

The company has also launched its developer API to empower creators and builders to integrate AI into their workflows SYDNEY, Australia – 19 Febr...

Psychosocial injury risk starts inside workplace microcultures

Psychological injury is now one of the most expensive categories of workers compensation claims in Australia, with Safe Work Australia reporting t...

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Australia’s small businesses are powering ahead with optimism, resilience and discipline, however, mounting pressures on costs, wellbeing and cons...

Tesla's Bitcoin about-face is a warning for cryptocurrencies that ignore climate change

Why surging oil prices are a shock for the global economy – but not yet a crisis

Why doesn’t travel insurance cover war?

Booked to travel through the Middle East? Here’s why you shouldn’t cancel your flight

Australia’s gender pay gap is narrowing – and the public spotlight seems to be helping

Reduce Your Operating Costs with 5 Strategies

One street tree can boost Sydney house prices by $30,000 – or cost $70,000 if it’s too close: new study

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

Where Land Meets Waves: Best Destinations for Throwing a Party at Sea

Key Factors for Creating a Successful Business Plan

Why switched on employers have been surveying their teams more often since COVID struck

AIIMS Group and AdVisible merge

Block's layoffs are a design win. Here's why

Why I Decided to Build a Better Way to Build Homes

Leonardo.Ai reveals new brand, expanding its creator-first platform for the next era of generative AI

Psychosocial injury risk starts inside workplace microcultures

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

How Contiki is Redefining Travel for Young Adventurers

Navigating the Cosmetic Advertising Crackdown Before September Guidelines Hit

Defining Actionable AI for Australian IT Efficiency and Security