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Kimbal Musk, Elon’s Brother, Says He ‘Violently’ Opposes Cryptocurrency

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Elon has been one of the most outspoken individuals in the cryptocurrency sector, but his brother Kimbal Musk has his own set of beliefs when it comes to the digital asset class.

Kimbal stated in an interview with Input Magazine that he is concerned about cryptocurrency’ negative impact on the environment.

He didn’t mince words, actually:

“I am violently opposed to anything with that degree of environmental damage,” Kimbal told Input Magazine.

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Kimbal Musk Says Crypto An ‘Environmental Crisis’

“Cryptocurrency as it currently exists is a non-starter. I violently agree that we must fix this environmental crisis,” he said.

Mining bitcoin has been shown to consume an enormous amount of energy. A single BTC transaction is projected to eat up 2,292.5 kilowatt-hours of electricity, which is sufficient to run a normal US home for nearly 80 days.

This is the reason why his brother Elon stopped accepting bitcoin payments for Tesla vehicles last year, despite the fact that the electric car manufacturer still has roughly $2 billion in bitcoin on its balance sheet.

With over 200,000 transactions each day – and counting – worry about crypto’s environmental impact has grown.

Tesla announced in a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission on February 8 last year that it had invested $1.5 billion in Bitcoin.

BTC total market cap at $744.56 billion in the daily chart | Source: TradingView.com

Tesla ‘Very Ignorant’

Elon’s younger brother stated last week that Tesla was initially “completely ignorant” of Bitcoin’s environmental implications when it introduced the cryptocurrency to its balance sheet.

Kimbal is the owner of the environmentally friendly restaurant business The Kitchen and is reported to have a net worth of $700 million.

He is on the boards of directors of Tesla and SpaceX and holds a sizable stake in the space exploration company.

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Kimbal announced the development of a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) in December last year with the goal of enabling “decentralized charity.”

He discussed a variety of issues with Input Magazine , including his thoughts on wealth and his food equality cryptocurrency initiative, “Big Green DAO.”

BGDAO is built on the Ethereum blockchain and provides each member with a single vote on the decentralized autonomous organization’s decisions.

On Carbon Footprints & Being ‘Cautious’

Kimbal did express optimism for Ethereum 2.0, which is expected to consume significantly less energy than ether and is also expected to be more secure.

Meanwhile, environmentalists claim that cryptocurrency’s rise is creating a massive carbon footprint, thereby contributing to the world’s climate problem.

Kimbal also shared the tips that his brother has given him when it comes to cryptocurrencies.

“To be honest, I have no idea what his position is on crypto,” he told Input. “The most important piece of advice I received from my brother is ‘be cautious,'” he said.

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Christian Encila
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They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that's not just a metaphor, it's a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn.

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Christian's journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved the way for a successful stint as an editor at a data engineering firm, where his first-month essay win funded a months-long supply of doggie and kitty treats – a testament to his dedication to his furry companions (more on that later).

Christian then roamed the world of journalism, working at newspapers in Canada and even South Korea. He finally settled down at a local news giant in his hometown in the Philippines for a decade, becoming a total news junkie. But then, something new caught his eye: cryptocurrency. It was like a treasure hunt mixed with storytelling - right up his alley!

So, he landed a killer gig at NewsBTC, where he's one of the go-to guys for all things crypto. He breaks down this confusing stuff into bite-sized pieces, making it easy for anyone to understand (he salutes his management team for teaching him this skill).

Think Christian's all work and no play? Not a chance! When he's not at his computer, you'll find him indulging his passion for motorbikes. A true gearhead, Christian loves tinkering with his bike and savoring the joy of the open road on his 320-cc Yamaha R3. Once a speed demon who hit 120mph (a feat he vowed never to repeat), he now prefers leisurely rides along the coast, enjoying the wind in his thinning hair.

Speaking of chill, Christian's got a crew of furry friends waiting for him at home. Two cats and a dog. He swears cats are way smarter than dogs (sorry, Grizzly), but he adores them all anyway. Apparently, watching his pets just chillin’ helps him analyze and write meticulously formatted articles even better.

Here's the thing about this guy: He works a lot, but he keeps himself fueled by enough coffee to make it through the day - and some seriously delicious (Filipino) food. He says a delectable meal is the secret ingredient to a killer article. And after a long day of crypto crusading, he unwinds with some rum (mixed with milk) while watching slapstick movies.

Looking ahead, Christian sees a bright future with NewsBTC. He says he sees himself privileged to be part of an awesome organization, sharing his expertise and passion with a community he values, and fellow editors - and bosses - he deeply respects.

So, the next time you tread into the world of cryptocurrency, remember the man behind the words – the crypto crusader, the grease monkey, and the feline philosopher, all rolled into one.

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