The recent rush for mining popular digital currency bitcoin bears some striking similarities to the California gold rush in the mid 19<sup>th century, according to infographic design agency NeoMam Studios.

In January 1848, John Marshall found gold in the American River at Shutter's Mill, leading to a rush among San Francisco residents to pan gold.

Similarly, Satoshi Nakamoto launched bitcoin in 2008, and the peer-to-peer open source digital currency gained in value and popularity, resulting in a rush by enthusiasts who look to generate some quick gains through mining bitcoins.

Bitcoin is generated through a process called "mining", but the miners here use computers and cryptography instead of shovels and buckets used by gold miners.

The digital currency is traded within a global network of computers, and they can be transferred withoutMarysville School: 5 Things To Know About Shooter Jaylen Fryberg

Jaylen Fryberg, the shooter responsible for killing one student, injuring four and killing himself, was actually quite a popular guy at his school. Find out 5 things you should know about this high school freshman.

Jayden Fryberg was crowned Homecoming Prince at his school weeks before he brought a gun to school and started shooting. Find out 5 things, some shocking, about this troubled young student who perpetrated this tragedy.

Jaylen Fryberg: He Was Popular, A Football Player And Homecoming Prince

The high school freshman was actually quite a popular student. He was not only on the school’s football team, but he was also on the wrestling team. He frequently posted messages on social media about his love for sports.

He was also