Micro:bit Computer – A Valuable Tool For Future Bitcoin Developers
After several delays, the BBC has started sending out free Micro:bit computers to students all over the United Kingdom. A total of one million of these tiny devices will be making their way to various schools, in the hopes of getting teachers and students more excited about the IT sector in general. Such a hands-on experience at a young age could benefit future Bitcoin development as well, even though these boards are just a stepping stone to potentially achieve greatness. Learning To Code With The BBC Micro:bit. Getting children excited about the concept of creating their own applications....
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CME Group, one of the world’s largest derivatives marketplaces, has launched micro-sized bitcoin and ether options. “The launch of these micro-sized options builds on the significant growth and liquidity we have seen in our micro bitcoin and micro ether futures,” said a CME executive.
CME Now Offers Micro Bitcoin, Ether Options
CME Group announced Monday that it is now offering options on micro bitcoin and micro ether futures. CME’s Micro Bitcoin futures (MBT) is 1/10 the size of one bitcoin (BTC) and Micro Ether futures (MET) is similarly sized at....