Relationship building is a hedge against debanking â OKX exec
Published: December 21, 2024 16:18
Documents released on Dec. 6 show the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) asked banks to pause crypto-related activities.
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Trust Wallet fixes disappearing balance glitch
Published: December 21, 2024 12:16
Community members went on social media to report a Trust Wallet glitch that caused their crypto balances to disappear.
Spacecoin XYZ launches first satellite in outer space blockchain network
Published: December 21, 2024 12:09
Spacecoin XYZ has taken its first step in launching its extra-terrestrial decentralized physical infrastructure network.
BTC price stampedes to $99.5K hours after record Bitcoin ETF outflow
Published: December 21, 2024 09:16
Bitcoin buying led by Coinbase launches BTC price action back toward the six-figure mark.
Ethereum NFT collections drive weekly volume to $304M
Published: December 21, 2024 09:02
Pudgy Penguins, LilPudgys, Azuki and Doodles topped last weekâs charts as the best-performing collections.
Fake crypto liquidity pools: How to spot and avoid them
Published: December 21, 2024 08:55
Discover the risks of fake crypto liquidity pools, common scam tactics and practical strategies to identify and steer clear of fraudulent projects.
Google to require FCA registration for crypto ads targeting the UK
Published: December 21, 2024 07:26
Google said that advertisers who want to promote crypto exchanges and software wallets in the United Kingdom must be registered with the FCA.
If ETH âpullback continues,â a $3K retrace remains in play â Analyst
Published: December 21, 2024 05:52
Crypto analyst Rekt Capital says that Ether could keep consolidating between the $3,000 and $4,000 range, though a pullback to the lower $3,000s remains a possibility following its 10% fall over the past seven days.
Tether pours $775M into video sharing platform Rumble
Published: December 21, 2024 01:36
Tether has invested $775 million into video sharing platform Rumble just weeks after the platform announced it would be adding Bitcoin to its balance sheet.
Lack of proper indexing is throttling DApp speeds â Pangea CEO
Published: December 20, 2024 22:44
Users typically leave an application that does not respond within three seconds, and Web3 apps can have load times of up to 20 seconds.
2025 will be the year of AI agents, Web3 execs say
Published: December 20, 2024 21:56
By 2025, more than 1 million AI agents could populate Web3, with staking and trading as likely early use cases, industry execs told Cointelegraph.
SVM Sonic, Injective to roll out crosschain AI agent hub
Published: December 20, 2024 21:52
Developers will soon be able to deploy Solana-based AI agent applications on Injective and bridge a variety of cryptocurrencies between them.
Crypto Biz: Coinbase vs. BiT Global $1B wBTC dispute
Published: December 20, 2024 21:00
This weekâs Crypto Biz explores Coinbase's wBTC controversial delisting, Deutsche Bankâs blockchain, USDT in Europe, FTX creditors repayment and BVNKâs move to the United States.
Bitcoin correction âalmost doneâ as realized losses rise above weekly average
Published: December 20, 2024 20:16
Bitcoin tradersâ realized losses have likely peaked, possibly marking the bottom of the current BTC price sell-off.
EigenLayer restaking protocol's slashing testnet now live
Published: December 20, 2024 19:37
According to data from DefiLlama, restaking protocol EigenLayer currently has approximately $15.4 billion in total value locked.
Metallicus acquires fintech operator connected to 70 credit unions
Published: December 20, 2024 18:53
The acquisition brings Metal blockchain solutions to Bonifiiâs portfolio of credit unions.
Ether ETFs poised to surge in 2025, analysts say
Published: December 20, 2024 18:48
Strong price performance and staking could propel Ether ETF inflows in 2025, analysts say.
Price analysis 12/20: BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, BNB, DOGE, ADA, AVAX, LINK, TON
Published: December 20, 2024 18:47
A solid recovery in Bitcoin price is a hint that bulls have not given up on BTC and altcoins as they continue to buy dips below key support levels.
Hawk Tuah influencer speaks out after memecoin rug pull allegations
Published: December 20, 2024 18:29
A memecoin bearing Haliey Welchâs likeness rose to a market capitalization of roughly $500 million after its launch on Dec. 4 before dropping by 90%.
Quantum BioPharma invests $1M in BTC, cryptos for treasury diversification
Published: December 20, 2024 17:36
The company announced the acquisition of $1 million in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies on Dec. 20, triggering a 10% drop in its stock.
Bitcoin dips to $92K in 'optimal dip-buying' move as PCE boosts crypto
Published: December 20, 2024 15:39
BTC price weakness finds support at familiar levels with Bitcoin traders seeing historical patterns playing out.
French regulator authorizes crypto operations for BPCE subsidiary
Published: December 20, 2024 14:13
BPCEâs crypto subsidiary, Hexarq, is the second banking crypto outfit to receive a nod from French regulator AMF after SociĂ©tĂ© GĂ©nĂ©raleâs Forge.
2024 in review: The UAE crypto legal chronicles
Published: December 20, 2024 14:00
2024 cemented the UAEâs status as a global crypto hub as its landscape changed substantially with new stablecoin regulations, tax exemptions and stricter marketing rules.
Cathie Wood foresees startup M&A surge, $1M Bitcoin under Trump
Published: December 20, 2024 13:13
Cathie Wood predicts a surge in M&A activity under Trumpâs administration, driven by deregulation and reduced FTC barriers.
Blockchain broadens music royalty access on Audius with ICE deal
Published: December 20, 2024 12:41
A new multi-territory licensing agreement between Audius and ICE opens up royalty opportunities for over 330,000 music rights holders powered by blockchain technology.
Barclays-backed Copper withdraws UK crypto license application
Published: December 20, 2024 09:57
The UK FCA previously said that almost 90% of annual crypto license applications had failed as of September.
Ethereum layer 2s hold $13.5B stablecoin supply
Published: December 20, 2024 09:43
Ethereum layer-2 networks now lock over $13.5 billion in stablecoins, driving total market capitalization to $205 billion.
Bitcoin ETFs hit by record $671.9M outflows in 1 day
Published: December 20, 2024 08:56
Bitcoin ETFs saw a record $671.9M outflows on Dec. 19, coinciding with Bitcoinâs price dip and marketwide liquidations.
Bankrupt Cryptopia exchange distributes $225M to hack victims
Published: December 20, 2024 08:32
Initially owing creditors $4.2 million, Cryptopiaâs liquidator Grant Thornton has distributed at least $225 million in crypto to hack victims in December.
How low can the Bitcoin price go?
Published: December 20, 2024 08:27
Bitcoin price is down 11% from its current record high, now eyeing the $88,000-90,000 region for a potential bounce.
Bitcoin whale support includes mid-$60K zone in new BTC price warning
Published: December 20, 2024 08:09
BTC price downside is due to produce new long-term lows before recovering, according to an analyst who predicted the breakout to $95,000.
What is a seed phrase, and why is it important?
Published: December 20, 2024 08:05
Itâs crucial to securely back up and store your seed phrase in multiple safe places, ensuring that youâre the only one who can access it when needed.
Firm building decentralized supercomputer attracts 1.5M nodes during testnet
Published: December 20, 2024 06:04
Nexus said the testnet results show that thereâs âearly excitementâ for a shared supercomputer.
El Salvador buys 11 BTC only a day after reaching a deal with IMF
Published: December 20, 2024 05:57
El Salvador purchased 11 Bitcoin a day after reaching a $1.4 million IMF loan deal that called for a reduction in public sector engagement in âBitcoin-related economic activities.â
Crypto chatter about âbuying the dipâ hits 8-month high: Santiment
Published: December 20, 2024 05:42
The ratio of mentions on social media of âbuying the dipâ ramped up as Bitcoin dropped below the six-figure price level, according to Santiment.
SEC simultaneously approves Hashdex, Franklinâs Bitcoin-Ether ETFs
Published: December 20, 2024 03:52
Securities exchange NYSE Arca has also expressed interest in listing a Grayscale crypto index ETF holding a diverse basket of spot crypto but has yet to receive approval.
Crypto liquidations hit $1B as traders were âunprepared for bad newsâ
Published: December 20, 2024 03:35
A crypto analyst says we are yet to see the âSanta rallyâ the market has been hoping for after $1 billion was liquidated in the crypto markets in just 24 hours.
Tornado Cash dev wants charges dropped after court said OFAC âoversteppedâ
Published: December 20, 2024 02:49
Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm has petitioned a judge to drop the criminal charges against him after an appeals court found the Treasury unlawfully sanctioned the crypto mixer.
Aptos co-founder and CEO Mo Shaikh steps down to âstart new chapterâ
Published: December 20, 2024 00:13
Mo Shaikh, who co-founded the firm in 2021 alongside Avery Ching said he would stay on board at Aptos Labs as a strategic adviser.
Rise of MicroStrategy clones, Asia dominates crypto adoption: Asia Express 2024 review
Published: December 19, 2024 23:19
Will the real âMicroStrategy of Asiaâ please step forward? Almost half of top 20 countries for crypto adoption are in Asia: Asia Express 2024
Investor lawsuit filed against Hawk Tuah memecoin creators, partners
Published: December 19, 2024 21:57
âThe HAWK Token exhibits all the characteristics of an unregistered security under established legal precedent,â litigants claimed.
A Bitcoin Reserve Act may end cryptoâs 4-year boom-bust cycle
Published: December 19, 2024 21:48
The Bitcoin Reserve Act could break the Halving cycle. Is this four year cycle going to play out differently, will we enter the mythical Supercycle?
Is Bitcoin price going to crash again?
Published: December 19, 2024 21:45
Bitcoin price fell into the $95,000 range, but data suggests the bulk of the correction could be over.
Ragnarok Landverse: Genesis to debut on Ronin in early 2025
Published: December 19, 2024 21:23
Gamers of a certain age will feel the nostalgic pull of the Web3 incarnation of a 2000s MMORPG fan favorite.
AI and account abstraction to fuel next-gen stablecoins â WeFi founder
Published: December 19, 2024 21:01
The current stablecoin market cap is approximately $204 billion, but the sector remains highly centralized.
Craig Wright given suspended one-year sentence for contempt of court
Published: December 19, 2024 20:38
A UK court ruled in March that Craig Wright was not Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto, but he continued to file lawsuits âbased on asserted intellectual property rights.â
Bollinger Bands point to explosive Bitcoin price upside, but how high?
Published: December 19, 2024 19:30
A widely used Bitcoin technical analysis indicator suggests that BTC is on the verge of a âwalk upâ toward new all-time highs.
Bitcoin DeFi project Solv to launch native token on Hyperliquid
Published: December 19, 2024 19:18
It will be among the first tokens to launch on Hyperliquid, a layer-1 network specializing in trading.
North Korean hackers stole $1.3B in crypto in 2024 â Chainalysis
Published: December 19, 2024 19:09
Hackers connected to the reclusive nation whose entities are often targeted by US sanctions reportedly doubled the amount of crypto they stole in 2023.
Bitcoin price has legs above $100K despite holders booking record profits â Analysis
Published: December 19, 2024 18:25
The Bitcoin market has yet to reach the unsustainable euphoria typically observed at the peaks of previous BTC price bull runs.
BIS consultative group proposes retail CBDC architecture
Published: December 19, 2024 18:17
According to a BIS report, Jamaica, Nigeria, China, Sweden, the Bahamas, and Peru have CBDC programs in various stages of development.
MARA acquires $1.5B in Bitcoin to date with convertible notes
Published: December 19, 2024 18:06
Itâs beginning to look like a race as miners scramble to buy Bitcoin before the price keeps rallying.
Chainalysis acquires Web3 security firm Hexagate
Published: December 19, 2024 18:02
The buyout marks a pivot toward threat prevention for Chainalysis.
Coinbase Advanced trading activity surges in 2024: Report
Published: December 19, 2024 17:22
Derivatives trading products saw rapid growth, suggesting that professional traders were actively seeking exposure to cryptocurrencies.
Allo secures $100M Bitcoin-backed credit facility
Published: December 19, 2024 16:55
The Bitcoin-tied credit line was funded by a consortium of lenders, including Greengage and a âlong-standingâ US institution.
Bitfinex hacker speaks out after sentencing
Published: December 19, 2024 16:38
Ilya Lichtenstein urged his social media followers not to blame his wife â also implicated in money laundering â for the 2016 Bitfinex hack.
The 1 true sign an NFT bull market is back on: Wale, NFT Collector
Published: December 19, 2024 15:30
NFT Collector Wale reveals the one true sign to look out for that NFTs are set to reclaim their 2021 bull market heights.
Don't be afraid of quantum computers
Published: December 19, 2024 15:00
Blockchain technology has a clear path to quantum-resistant security. Quantum computing challenges cryptography, but zero-knowledge proofs offer a solution.
Dave Stewart: Live events are key to Web3 music loyalty
Published: December 19, 2024 14:20
SongBits, the platform from Eurythmicsâ Dave Stewart, is driving Web3 music forward with live events spotlighting new voices, supporting charity and shaping the industryâs future.
Ripple Labsâ RLUSD stablecoin: Everything you need to know
Published: December 19, 2024 14:05
RLUSD, a stablecoin by Ripple Labs, is pegged to the US dollar, ensuring a 1:1 value backed by cash or equivalents.
Bitcoin trader sees 'larger' BTC price dip next month as $100K holds
Published: December 19, 2024 14:01
Bearish BTC price calls are back after the Federal Reserve sours the mood for Bitcoin and risk assets.
German watchdog orders Worldcoin to delete data collected illegally
Published: December 19, 2024 14:00
German regulators demand compliance changes from World ID after a biometric data investigation.
Hashing It Out: 2025 and beyond: DePINâs role in the next crypto wave
Published: December 19, 2024 14:00
In this Hashing It Out episode, Tom Trowbridge of Fluence Labs explains how decentralized networks could outperform tech giants with blockchain tech.
Nigerian SEC tightens crypto marketing rules
Published: December 19, 2024 13:58
The SECâs new rules on digital asset promotions aim to âcurb the menaceâ of social media influencers promoting unregulated crypto products.
Why is Dogecoin price down today?
Published: December 19, 2024 13:54
Dogecoin price falls amid Bitcoin slipping below the $100,000 level, triggering an intensive sell-off across the memecoin sector.
âInsaneâ: Crypto hodlerâs at risk from Scandinaviaâs tax âhit listsâ
Published: December 19, 2024 13:01
Scandinavian countries disclose tax records and addresses of crypto hodlers, providing criminals with a list of potential targets.
Crypto thieves score big on centralized services, private keys in 2024
Published: December 19, 2024 13:00
Crypto hackers had a busy year in 2024 and cybersecurity experts warn that continued advances in artificial intelligence could bring new attack vectors in 2025.
Hut 8 surpasses $1B in Bitcoin holdings after $100M acquisition
Published: December 19, 2024 12:46
Hut 8 has acquired 990 Bitcoin for $100 million, boosting its total BTC holdings to over $1 billion as institutional adoption of cryptocurrency accelerates.
10% of Ethereum validators signal gas limit increase
Published: December 19, 2024 11:16
Ethereum core developer Eric Connor said increasing gas limits could result in a 15% to 33% reduction in transaction fees.
Why is Solana (SOL) price down today?
Published: December 19, 2024 10:15
Solana price is down today, registering a 9% decline over the past week as the wider cryptocurrency market continues to show weakness.
Binance.US plans to restore USD services in early 2025 â Interim CEO
Published: December 19, 2024 10:15
Binance CEO Richard Teng recently said it was âprematureâ to discuss the exchangeâs return in the US.
Solana DApp revenue reaches $365M in November 2024, led by memecoins
Published: December 19, 2024 09:03
Despite the controversy faced by the platform, Pump.fun earned $106 million in DApp revenue in November.
AI could spur tourism in G7 nations â OECD
Published: December 19, 2024 08:25
The OECDâs policy paper highlights AIâs potential to reshape G7 tourism, enhancing sustainability and visitor experiences while addressing risks.
Memecoins HODLlers outnumber Bitcoin, Binance survey says
Published: December 19, 2024 06:58
Memecoins were also tipped by the survey respondents as a top source of market growth next year, behind AI tokens.
BTC reclaims $100K but weekly chart forming âbearish engulfingâ candlestick
Published: December 19, 2024 06:02
Bitcoin briefly dipped below $100,000 after hawkish comments from the US Federal Reserve, with an analyst suggesting its price is forming a bearish pattern on the week.
Delphiâs ex-finance VP sentenced to 4 years over $4.5M embezzlement
Published: December 19, 2024 05:59
Delphi Digitalâs former vice president of fiance, Dylan Meissner, was sentenced to four years in jail for stealing $4.5 million from the firm and then attempting to cover it up.
Advocacy group urges SEC rethink crypto probes and lawsuits from âday oneâ
Published: December 19, 2024 05:43
The Digital Chamber issued a crypto agenda for the incoming SEC leadership to repair its âtroubled relationshipâ with the crypto industry.
Fartcoin briefly taps $1B market cap despite altcoin bloodbath
Published: December 19, 2024 03:51
Solana-based memecoin Fartcoin briefly exceeded a $1 billion market cap amid a downturn in the altcoin market.
Sky doubles down on token overhaul: Making MKR unusable, launching subDAOs
Published: December 19, 2024 02:10
Rune Christensen, the co-founder of Sky, says the ultimate goal is to turn MKR into a wrapper that represents 24,000 SKY.
BlackRock sparks Bitcoin 21M debate, saying âno guaranteeâ it wonât change
Published: December 19, 2024 01:44
One Bitcoin developer argues that any change to Bitcoinâs fixed supply, while theoretically possible, wouldnât be considered âBitcoinâ anymore.
El Salvador makes Bitcoin payments voluntary in $1.4B IMF loan deal
Published: December 19, 2024 00:43
El Salvadorâs struck a loan deal with the IMF and will make Bitcoin acceptance voluntary and roll back government involvement in Bitcoin-related projects.
Bitcoin price drops to $100.3K after Fed rate cut and Powellâs revised 2025 inflation outlook
Published: December 18, 2024 22:04
Bitcoin price sold off, and the wider crypto market corrected following the Federal Reserve's hawkish 2025 outlook on inflation.
Synthetix launches multi-collateral perps on Base amid revamp
Published: December 18, 2024 21:40
The DeFi protocol also launched an in-house perpetuals trading app.
Avaraâs Lens secures $31M for SocialFi-focused L2 blockchain
Published: December 18, 2024 21:25
Lens will give users ownership of their data and a chance for monetization when the mainnet launches early next year.
Alleged SEC hacker allowed to travel for the holidays
Published: December 18, 2024 21:02
A federal judge has given Eric Council Jr., who pleaded not guilty to compromising the SEC's X account, permission to travel to North Carolina between Dec. 23 and Dec. 29.
Ledn co-founder shares how crypto startups can avoid debanking
Published: December 18, 2024 20:31
Crypto founders have reported losing business accounts, with personal accounts also subject to debanking.
Judge wonât block Coinbase from delisting wBTC over Justin Sun claims
Published: December 18, 2024 20:24
Coinbase will likely be able to move forward with its intention to suspend wBTC trading on Dec. 19 after a challenge in federal court.
Grayscaleâs Bitcoin Mini Trust ETF tops $1B in net inflows
Published: December 18, 2024 20:23
The ETF, which Grayscale spun off from its older Grayscale Bitcoin Trust, now holds around $4 billion in assets.
Double-digit drop in Bitcoin profit-taking metric hints itâs âreadyâ to rally â Analyst
Published: December 18, 2024 19:45
Bitcoin investors realized profits as BTC price hit new all-time highs throughout November. Now that the metric has reset, new highs could be in store.
OpenSea token airdrop rumors, CyberKongz on SEC radar: Nifty Newsletter
Published: December 18, 2024 19:00
OpenSea told Cointelegraph that the foundation in the Cayman Islands was a registered entity.
Bitcoin in âdip-buying moodâ as BTC price skirts $105K into FOMC
Published: December 18, 2024 18:39
Bitcoin sees classic BTC price sell-side pressure into the Federal Reserveâs next key decision on interest rates.
Ethena Labs partners with Trumpâs World Liberty Financial
Published: December 18, 2024 17:59
The announcement comes fresh on the heels of World Libertyâs purchase of $500,000 worth of ENA tokens.
Avara founder backs proposal to offboard Polygon markets from Aave
Published: December 18, 2024 17:38
The initial proposal from Morpho Labs and Allez Labs sought to capture a 7% yield from stablecoins held in Polygonâs proof-of-stake bridge.
4 more virtual asset trading platforms licensed in Hong Kong
Published: December 18, 2024 17:33
Cryptocurrency traders in Hong Kong now have a choice of seven platforms for buying and selling four cryptocurrencies.
Price analysis 12/18: BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, BNB, DOGE, ADA, AVAX, LINK, SHIB
Published: December 18, 2024 17:25
Bitcoinâs pullback after hitting a new all-time high above $108,000 has started a correction in select altcoins, signaling profit booking by the bulls.
South Korean prosecutors seek 6 months for lawmaker who allegedly hid crypto
Published: December 18, 2024 17:10
National Assembly member Kim Nam-kuk left South Koreaâs Democratic Party in 2023 after allegations of cashing out $4 million in crypto holdings.
Plume Network secures $20M for tokenization platform
Published: December 18, 2024 16:29
Investors in the round include Brevan Howard Digital, Haun Ventures, Lightspeed Faction and Galaxy Ventures.
HashKey Group launches Ethereum layer-2 HashKey Chain mainnet
Published: December 18, 2024 16:18
The launch follows a successful testnet period where 50 projects were deployed and more than 24.72 million transactions were completed.
5 real use cases for useless memecoins
Published: December 18, 2024 15:30
Memecoins are criticized for being useless, despite being heaps of fun and a path to riches. Here are the 5 real uses for useless memecoins.
What will the Bitcoin price be in 2025 and 2045?
Published: December 18, 2024 15:00
Daniele Bernardi shares key insights into the future price of Bitcoin.
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