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Cryptocurrency Ecosystem => Bitcoin Forum => Bitcoin News & Updates => Topic started by: Freemind on January 06, 2024, 02:20:21 PM
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No, the title of this thread is not a metaphor or a new ATH. In 2 days, on January 8, 2024, BitMEX will send the private keys of 1 Bitcoin to the Moon. The mission, which will be carried out with the Vulcan space rocket, is scheduled to land on February 23 of this year. I found this news very curious because of what it expresses, beyond space travel. I have a feeling it will be a series of lunar trips conducted or sponsored by other projects.
If you want more information you can find it here: https://financefeeds.com/bitmex-to-send-bitcoin-to-the-moon-literally/
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It is their plan some years ago. They just want to make noise and shill their exchange because actually that bitcoin is just in their control. Who will go to the Moon and get access to that private key. On Earth, only BitMEX team own that private key.
- Bitcoin on the Moon, Courtesy of BitMEX (https://blog.bitmex.com/bitcoin-on-the-moon-courtesy-of-bitmex/)
- We’ve partnered with Astrobotic Technology Inc. and Bitcoin Magazine to send the first physical Bitcoin to the Moon. (https://blog.bitmex.com/bitcoin-bitmex-moon/)
BitMEX will mint a one-of-a-kind physical bitcoin, similar to the Casascius coins of 2013, which will be delivered to the Moon by Astrobotic. The coin will hold one bitcoin at an address to be publicly released, underneath a tamper-evident hologram covering. The coin will proudly display the BitMEX name, the mission name, the date it was minted and the bitcoin price at the time of minting.
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Very strange and exciting news. I hope that Bitcoin will rise to the moon in the literal sense of the word and in price as well. This is a very encouraging start for Bitcoin at the beginning of 2024, which I hope will be the year of Bitcoin.
What excited me about the news:
BitMEX CEO Stephan Lutz expressed the significance of this mission in space exploration, representing the first step of creating a monetary system for a space economy. “Perfectly preserved for future generations, the Bitcoin on the Moon is a time capsule that captures one of the most significant human innovations and technological advancements. This decisive leap forward is just the beginning of a new era. I’m excited to see what lies ahead for decentralised finance where financial systems transcend earthly boundaries and empower individuals across the cosmos.”
It is wonderful that Bitcoin is the first step to creating a monetary system for the space economy. Yes, this will be a very good choice for the beginning of the era of financial systems that transcend terrestrial borders and be a means of exchange across the universe.
Really amazing.
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Unfortunately, the private Peregrine lander launched from Cape Canaveral on January 8 will not be able to land on the Moon due to a critical loss of fuel. The technical problem was reported by the company that created the module, Astrobotic Technology, just a few hours after launch.
Therefore, now the goal of the mission is different - to bring Peregrin as close as possible to the orbit of the Moon. This means that physical Bitcoin on the lander will most likely not be delivered to the lunar surface, since the module's engines will not be able to ensure a soft landing. But let's see if our scientists can come up with something to correct the situation.
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Unfortunately, the private Peregrine lander launched from Cape Canaveral on January 8 will not be able to land on the Moon due to a critical loss of fuel. The technical problem was reported by the company that created the module, Astrobotic Technology, just a few hours after launch.
Therefore, now the goal of the mission is different - to bring Peregrin as close as possible to the orbit of the Moon. This means that physical Bitcoin on the lander will most likely not be delivered to the lunar surface, since the module's engines will not be able to ensure a soft landing. But let's see if our scientists can come up with something to correct the situation.
I haven't read the latest news (I'll look for more information later) but I'm guessing they had to postpone the rocket launch until they can resolve the issues you're referring to. Those things tend to happen, but it should only be a matter of time before they fix it and Bitcoin can finally reach the Moon. I know it's purely anecdotal, but it's something we've never seen before and it will also make more people aware of Bitcoin. That way we can say "Bitcoin to the Moon" even if it is in a different way than what has always been said ;D