According to @danheld, he posted that Bitcoin is a ponzi vaporware scheme used by money launderers and criminals, destroys the environment, and that he has returned to fiat because it is fully trusted and controlled by banks and government. Source: https://twitter.com/danheld/status/1967292126271791597 The post spotlights two core risk themes relevant to BTC trading—anti-money laundering exposure and environmental impact—which are central to global regulatory guidance for virtual assets and to policy debate on Bitcoin’s energy use. Source: https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/publications/Virtual-Assets/Guidance-RBA-VA-VASPs.html; https://ccaf.io/cbeci FATF’s Travel Rule and related guidance require virtual asset service providers to collect and transmit originator and beneficiary information, shaping exchange compliance processes that can influence liquidity funnels and on/off-ramp conditions for BTC. Source: https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/publications/Virtual-Assets/Guidance-RBA-VA-VASPs.html

According to @MilkRoadDaily, Bitcoin (BTC) currently consumes more energy annually than the entire country of Argentina. This significant energy usage has become a major talking point for institutional investors and regulators, influencing BTC price volatility and market sentiment as sustainability concerns continue to impact trading strategies and investment flows. Source: @MilkRoadDaily.

According to Rob Solomon (@robmsolomon), a viral Twitter thread sparked discussions on the environmental impact of blockchain and crypto trading activity, particularly focusing on Bitcoin's energy consumption. Analysts note that heightened awareness of crypto's carbon footprint, frequently discussed in social media and mainstream news, can lead to regulatory scrutiny and potential volatility in crypto asset prices (source: Twitter, Rob Solomon). Traders should monitor public sentiment and regulatory developments, as shifts in narrative around blockchain sustainability often influence Bitcoin and altcoin market trends.