How do I check my Bitcoin balance?

Accessing your Bitcoin or checking your Bitcoin balance is relatively easy. It all comes down to where you are currently storing your Bitcoin (wallet) and if you have acquired any to begin with. To access Bitcoin, first you must get a Bitcoin Wallet, then acquire Bitcoin by either purchasing it, mining it, or exchanging it from a fiat currency.

What does it mean to have Bitcoin on your balance sheet?

Having an asset on your balance sheet means you want it to appreciate over time, not lose value. The financial results for the full year ended Dec. 31, 2021 showed the mining company increased its Bitcoin holdings “by 353% to 4,884 BTC as of December 31, 2021, compared to 1,078 BTC as of December 31, 2020.

What is Bitcoin Gold (BTG)?

Bitcoin stands as the world's most valuable and well-known cryptocurrency, but it has a few derivative tokens that have gained traction in the industry over the past few years. One such token is called Bitcoin Gold. But what exactly is Bitcoin Gold, why was it created, and does it outshine Bitcoin in any way?

What is the difference between Bitcoin and Bitcoin Gold?

One of the most integral differences between Bitcoin and Bitcoin Gold is the consensus mechanisms they use. Bitcoin uses the original proof of work mechanism (and has done since its creation in 2009), which involves solving complex mathematical problems through the mining process to keep the blockchain network safe from attacks.