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Bitcoin’s Medium of Exchange Thesis in Perspective: Is It Still Relevant?
The idea of bitcoin as a medium of exchange was at the center of its creation, eliminating the need for third parties for...
Iran’s Digital Rial Near Launch, Central Bank Signals Progress
Iran’s central bank signals the imminent launch of the digital rial, a central bank digital currency (CBDC), to streamline payments...
Peter Schiff Claims Bitcoin Superpower Status Will Make America weaker
Peter Schiff ignites outrage by claiming that the U.S. becoming a bitcoin superpower would weaken the nation, clashing with crypto...
UK Urged to Consider Bitcoin Reserve as Trump Leads Crypto Revolution
The UK government is urged to create a bitcoin reserve as Trump’s pro-crypto policies drive global competition in the race for...
Asset Managers Weigh in on US Bitcoin Reserve Debate
Asset managers have weighed in on Trump’s proposed U.S. bitcoin reserve, reflecting divisions over digital assets in...
Nexo introduces Personal USD Accounts for clients in over 150 countries
Nexo launches Personal USD Accounts, enabling direct USD bank transfers globally. SWIFT integration allows secure cross-border...
Michael Saylor Pushes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Citing America’s Historic Acquisitions
Michael Saylor advocates for a strategic bitcoin reserve, highlighting its potential transformative impact through historic U.S....
Lutnick’s Cantor wants to use Tether to support a $2 billion Bitcoin lending program
Funding for Cantor’s program will start at $2 billion, but could reach tens of billions of dollars Cantor has a 5% ownership...
Coinshares: Record Inflows Showcase Growing Interest in Digital Asset Investment Vehicles
Digital asset investment products have achieved a historic milestone, according to Coinshares’ weekly report penned by...
Avalanche launches Avalanche9000 testnet, its largest upgrade to date
Avalanche9000 testnet launched, reducing costs and enabling permissionless L1s. The upgrade will lower validator and C-Chain fees,...
Trump Family Crypto Project World Liberty Financial Gets a $30M Boost From Justin Sun’s Tron
Justin Sun, the founder of Tron, has stirred excitement with a $30 million investment in World Liberty Financial (WLF), a...
Valhalla mainnet launch postponed, Floki cites auditors’ feedback
Floki delayed Valhalla’s launch to Q1 2025 for improved security measures. Hacken and OpenZeppelin suggested changes to enhance...
Can BTC Hit Six Digits? Exploring Bitcoin’s $100K Predictions With Kalshi and Polymarket Insights
As bitcoin (BTC) trades under the $96,000 mark at 1 p.m. ET on Monday, prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket reveal mixed...
Cardano (ADA) could be ready for parabolic run to $2 in coming weeks, these 2 altcoins could also be on the cusp of a price explosion
Having surged over 120% in 14 days, Cardano (ADA) has been a star performer in the current bull cycle. Due to its success and whale...
New Record for Solana Decentralized Exchanges With Monthly Volume Surpassing $100 Billion
Over $116 billion worth of decentralized exchange (dex) trades have been placed on the Solana network in November. Record Volume...
Dogwifhat (WIF) ticks higher after Robinhood listing
Robinhood lists Dogwifhat (WIF), expanding its meme coin offerings and market reach. Dogwifhat’s price surged 7.73%, stabilizing...
Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Oscillators Indicate Neutral Momentum
As of Nov. 25, 2024, the price of bitcoin (BTC) has traded between $97,076 and $97,547 within the past hour, displaying a strong...
Microstrategy Drops $5.4B on 55,500 Bitcoins, Cementing Giant 386,700 BTC Hoard
Microstrategy shatters records, acquiring 55,500 more BTC for $5.4 billion, pushing its massive holdings to 386,700 BTC in an...
President Nayib Bukele Hints at ‘Rent-a-Volcano’ Bitcoin Mining Service
Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele hinted at the possibility of establishing a service to rent a volcano for bitcoin mining...
HTX DAO Launches Recruitment for New Governance Committee Members to Foster Sustainable Development
PRESS RELEASE. To further advance the decentralized governance process, HTX DAO is now launching a global recruitment program for...
Axie Infinity creator Sky Mavis lays off 50 employees
Sky Mavis lays off 50 employees to streamline operations for future growth. Layoffs are a strategic move, not due to financial...
Coinbase Explores Blockchain Partnership With Kenya’s Safaricom
Coinbase is reportedly exploring a partnership with Safaricom to enhance M-PESA with blockchain technology. This move aligns with...
Bitget Now Supports Bank Transfers in Vietnam via QR Codes
Bitget has announced its integration of bank transfers in Vietnam through QR codes, making it the first exchange to adopt this...
Russia Cautious on Tokenizing Real-World Assets
The Bank of Russia’s report highlights the potential benefits of tokenizing real-world assets but also emphasizes the need...
Latam Insights Encore: El Salvador Is Uniquely Positioned to Become the Microstrategy of Nation States
Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from last...
SEC Push Against Elon Musk Stalls as Judge Denies Sanctions
A U.S. federal judge declined the SEC’s request to sanction Elon Musk over his absence from a court-ordered testimony related...
New Russian Sanctions May Spike Gas Prices in Europe, Experts Warn
U.S. sanctions on Gazprombank may disrupt payment processes for Russian oil and gas buyers, potentially increasing energy costs in...
China Unearths Massive Gold Veins That Could Reshape Global Markets
A major gold discovery in China’s Hunan Province, valued at $83 billion and containing over 40 gold veins, is anticipated to...
Wall Street Giant Engages Tether on Pivotal Bitcoin Lending Plan
Wall Street powerhouse Cantor Fitzgerald plans to launch a multibillion-dollar lending program using bitcoin as collateral,...
JPMorgan Casts Doubt on Elon Musk’s D.O.G.E. Pursuit of Federal Reform
JPMorgan has warned the Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) will face significant hurdles, citing Congress’...
Sony’s Soneium Might Be the Answer to Mass Web3 Adoption
If you are unfamiliar with the launch of Soneium, you need to read this article because Sony is positioning itself as a bridge for...
From Premiums to Discounts: Bitcoin’s Wild Ride Splits Global Markets
In the past week, the crypto market has been buzzing with action, with bitcoin smashing its way to a new all-time high of $99,800...
Latam Insights: El Salvador’s Bitcoin Debt Idea, Milei’s MAGA
Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of the most relevant crypto and economic news from Latin America over the past week. In...
The Impact of Recent Elections on US Crypto Policy: Coin Center Shares Insights
The recent U.S. elections could significantly shape the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies, according to Coin Center, a...
French Users Reportedly Blocked From Polymarket Predictions Market
Social media reports suggest that Polymarket has blocked French users and warned against attempts to circumvent the block....
$500M WBTC Burned in the Wake of Coinbase’s Delisting Move
Five days ago, Coinbase announced plans to remove wrapped bitcoin (WBTC) from its platform on Dec. 19, 2024. In the days following...
Rate Cut Roulette: Bettors and Analysts Divided on Fed’s Next Step
Based on current data, 24 days before the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, there’s a 52.7% likelihood of a...
Ron Paul Keen to Restore ‘Sanity’ With Musk in Trump’s Government Efficiency Drive
As President-elect Donald Trump assembles his transition team, much attention is swirling around the newly established Department...
Bitcoin Technical Analysis: BTC’s Short-Term Correction—What the Charts Reveal
Bitcoin’s price correction across multiple timeframes reveals short-term bearish pressure while maintaining a bullish...
Mastercard and JP Morgan Team up to Enhance Cross Boarder Payments
Mastercard and JP Morgan are collaborating to enhance B2B cross-border payments by providing faster settlement and more...
2021 Bull Run Déjà Vu? Altcoin Market Gains Momentum
As bitcoin catches its breath on the sidelines, a wave of digital currencies is charging ahead, making big moves. Meanwhile, the...
Ripple CEO Predicts US Crypto Boom, 76% of KOLs Shilled Worthless Meme Coins, and More — Week in Review
Ripple CEO predicts US crypto boom, study shows 76% of KOLs promoted worthless meme coins, Coinbase CEO strongly endorses D.O.G.E.,...
AI, Blockchain Integration Can Boost Trust, Prevent Misuse, Expert Says
Integrating AI with blockchain can enhance AI’s trustworthiness and revolutionize various sectors. AI Developers Should...
Flat Tax Frenzy: Americans Debate Tax Code Overhaul on X
Conversations about adopting a flat tax in the United States are lighting up the social media platform X. 16 Million Words Too...
SEC Reports Record $8.2B in Remedies With 583 Enforcement Actions in 2024
The SEC’s record-breaking enforcement year revealed unprecedented financial penalties and bold action against high-risk sectors,...
Cipher Mining: Will It Be Another Standout Bitcoin Miner This Cycle?
Dive into Cipher Mining’s Q3 2024 performance. From revenue challenges to strategic investment in fleet upgrades, data...
Ripple Legal Chief Offers SEC Advice on Reforming Crypto Rules Under New Leadership
Ripple’s legal chief has unveiled bold strategies for incoming SEC leadership amidst crypto shifts, spotlighting...
Mad Money’s Jim Cramer Prefers BTC to MSTR — Tells Investors: ‘Own Bitcoin. That’s a Winner’
Mad Money host Jim Cramer has picked bitcoin over Microstrategy’s stock (MSTR), calling the cryptocurrency “a...
Pro-Crypto Shift at SEC Begins as Anti-Crypto Commissioner Steps Down After Gensler Resigns
The SEC’s anti-crypto grip falters as Commissioner Lizárraga and Chair Gensler exit, clearing the path for a pro-crypto revolution...
Robert Kiyosaki Endorses Michael Saylor’s $13M Bitcoin Forecast — ‘I Believe He Is Right’
Robert Kiyosaki strongly endorsed Michael Saylor’s bitcoin strategy and his $13 million BTC forecast. He urged investors to...
Trump Picks ‘Most Pro-Crypto’ Treasury Secretary: Ripple CEO Declares Him the Perfect Choice
President-elect Donald Trump has picked Scott Bessent as the new Treasury Secretary. Ripple’s CEO called him “the...
Immortal Rising 2: A Play-to-Airdrop Dark Fantasy Adventure
Regina explores Immortal Rising 2, a blockchain-powered RPG blending strategic gameplay, immersive lore, and innovative tokenomics....
Meme Coin Showdown: Token Mill vs. Pump.fun in the Battle for Meme Coin Supremacy
While Pump.fun shattered records and set the standard for meme coin creation, it has glaring flaws. Token Mill aims to fix these...
1inch Launches Fusion+, A Cross-Chain Swapping Solution for Decentralized Transactions
1inch, a decentralized finance (defi) platform, has officially rolled out Fusion+, a cross-chain swapping tool designed to enhance...
Ethereum Shorts Hit Record High as Market Leverage Soars
Leveraged short positions in ethereum (ETH) have climbed to unprecedented highs, signaling a bearish tilt in market sentiment as...
$100K Is a Hairsbreadth Away
Bitcoin races toward $100K, but meme coins still found a way to shine. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in...
NFT Fever Cools: Ethereum and Bitcoin NFT Sales Dive Amid Broader Crypto Growth
Non-fungible token (NFT) sales cooled off this week, slipping 9.3% compared to the prior period, even as the broader cryptocurrency...
Vaneck Analysts Forecast Bitcoin’s Path to $180,000 Amid Regulatory Shift
Vaneck analysts Nathan Frankovitz and Matthew Sigel believe bitcoin’s price surge to record highs reflects a transformative...
Final Countdown for Crypto All-Stars as $5M+ Presale Enters Last Month Before Exchange Launch
Crypto All-Stars (STARS) has become one of the biggest presale events of 2024. Investors are buzzing about the project’s take on...
MARA Piles Into Bitcoin: 5,771 BTC Bought After $1B Note Offering
MARA Holdings Inc., the largest publicly traded bitcoin mining firm, has wrapped up a $1 billion issuance of 0% convertible senior...
Bitcoin vs. Tulip Mania: Why the Comparison Wilts Under Scrutiny
With bitcoin reaching unprecedented heights, critics have come out in full force, dusting off age-old arguments. The tired...
Venture Capitalist Cites Funding, Talent for Web3 Development Surge in Emerging Markets
A venture capitalist says emerging markets, particularly India, are becoming hubs for Web3 development due to attractive funding,...
Technologist: Decentralized Data Crowdsourcing Is Key to Countering Big Tech’s Dominance
A tech CEO proposes “democratizing” AI by using decentralized data crowdsourcing. Decentralized Data Crowdsourcing: A...
Australia Seeks Public Input on Crypto Tax Reporting
The Australian Treasury has invited public feedback on implementing the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development...
Marketing Veteran: Web3 Gaming Needs Collaboration, Not Competition
Funtico’s CCO says early Web3 games failed due to poor infrastructure but says the industry has shifted its focus to...
What’s Next for Crypto: SEC Examination Priorities in 2025
In the SEC’s latest report detailing the Examination Priorities for 2025, the Commission has reinforced its gameplan to keep...
Ethereum vs. Solana: Who Will Emerge as the Top Altcoin This Cycle?
The dominance of Ethereum in defi makes it the top choice for stability and institutional-grade projects but Solana’s speed...
US Regulator Publishes Crypto Guide With Stark FOMO Reminder
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)’s new crypto guidelines spotlight risks and FOMO-driven decisions, with advice...
Binance Raises Compliance Staff by 34% to Meet Demands of Crypto Industry
Binance expands its compliance team to meet the growing needs of the crypto industry and its user base. Compliance Remains Vital...
Indian Official Expresses Doubts About Crypto: ‘I Am Very Skeptical’
India’s financial services secretary expressed deep skepticism about cryptocurrency, calling it a doubtful scheme, despite...
SEC Unveils Plan to Compensate Investors in Mila Kunis’ Stoner Cats
The SEC seeks to compensate investors in Mila Kunis-backed Stoner Cats NFTs, which were deemed an unregistered securities offering...
BTC and XRP Redefine Boundaries in US Crypto Regulation
BTC and XRP challenge securities classifications as a legal expert argues underlying assets are distinct from investment contracts,...
Deribit Exchange announces integration of Ethena’s USDe as margin collateral
Deribit will integrate Ethena’s USDe as collateral by January 2025. USDe’s decentralized model uses derivatives, unlocking new...
HTX DAO Completes Q3 2024 $HTX Burn Under Liquidity Strategy Transition
PRESS RELEASE. On October 15, HTX DAO announced the successful completion of its $HTX token burn for Q3 2024. In the quarter alone,...
Blockchain Association outlines ‘first 100-days’ priorities for Trump
Blockchain Association wants to see the establishment of a crypto regulatory framework as a priority. Trump should appoint a new...
From Code to $100K: Why Bitcoin’s Milestone Matters to Economics
In the crypto universe, bitcoin’s quest to hit $100,000 feels like reaching the climactic level in a video game—an...
US SEC Commissioner Jaime Lizárraga to resign in January
Jaime Lizárraga will resign as SEC Commissioner on January 17, 2025. His departure leaves only one Democrat on the SEC amid a...
United Kingdom to Introduce Regulation for Crypto in 2025
Stablecoins and staking services will be covered by the regulations which will provide clarity for the crypto sector in the United...
Cboe to launch first cash-settled Bitcoin index options
Cboe to launch cash-settled Bitcoin index options based on the CBTX index on Dec 2. The options will offer indirect exposure to...
Altcoins Shine as Crypto Economy Hits $3.29T: OM, XLM, ADA and XRP Drive the Frenzy
This week, the crypto economy soared to an astounding $3.29 trillion. Bitcoin (BTC) rose by 10%, while ether (ETH) followed closely...
US spot Bitcoin ETFs hit $30 billion in combined net inflows since January launch
BlackRock’s IBIT attracted the most at over $600 million followed by Fidelity’s FBTC with $301 million The 12 spot Bitcoin ETFs...
$1.5 Trillion Asset Manager Franklin Templeton Backs Sui Blockchain Expansion
Sui has joined forces with Franklin Templeton Digital Assets in a bid to drive blockchain innovation and foster growth within the...
Solana and Cardano investors are betting big on Rexas Finance, is it the next 10x altcoin?
Although Solana and Cardano have long been acknowledged as trailblazing blockchain systems, a new contender Rexas Finance (RXS) is...
Bitcoin Technical Analysis: BTC Flirts With $100K as Market Awaits Directional Clarity
Bitcoin is treading a fine line near the coveted $100,000, keeping traders on edge as the market teeters between a breakout or a...
BTCTKVR: Privacy Magazine Makes Crypto Cypherpunk Again
PRESS RELEASE. As cryptocurrency adoption grows, the cypherpunk spirit appears to be fading. The crypto anarchists who started it...
3 altcoins that could go ballistic if Bitcoin (BTC) crosses $120,000 mark
Some altcoins are setting themselves up to profit from the positive wave as the crypto market prepares for Bitcoin’s possible...
The Hunt for the Russian Trace: Chinese Banks Implement Stricter Compliance for Foreign Payments
Chinese banks have implemented additional compliance measures for payments from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), India, and Hong...
Bitcoin gets within touching distance of $100K as rally continues
Bitcoin’s new price follows after it hit $98,000 yesterday Analyst Skew said there is “positive market signal” and that there is “a...
Trump Effect: China Considering Backpedaling on Bitcoin Policy
Reports indicate that China is considering changing its negative stance toward bitcoin and cryptocurrency, as the next U.S....
Bitcoin Bull Market May Drive Russian Miners Underground
The Russian government might face an influx of illegal bitcoin miners due to rising prices and the impending ban on bitcoin mining...