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Ant Blockchain Open Alliance Seeks to Minimize Costs for SMEs
Ant Blockchain Open Alliance, an enterprise blockchain platform by Chinese financial giant Ant Financial, is purported to aid SMEs in generating their own blockchain applications at minimal costs.
Over $3 Trillion USD Subscribed, Largest IPO Ant Group Blowout is Ready
On Oct. 30, Ant Group and China's Shanghai Stock Exchange announced that the subscription amount for Ant Group's IPO now exceeds 19.05 trillion RMB ($3 trillion US dollars).
Jack Ma Pays Price: 2.1 Trillion Yuan Ant IPO for 21 Minutes Speech
Analysis of what happened to Ant Group after Jack Ma's speech on financial regulation, and the secrets of the Ant Group business.
Why Jack Ma's Ant Group IPO was Suspended by Authorities
On Nov 3, the Shanghai Stock Exchange of China published an announcement titled "Decision on postponing the listing of Ant Technology Group Co., Ltd. on the Sci-Tech innovation board".
Can Jack Ma's ANT Group meet China's Regulators Requirements?
Following the suspension of its IPO, whether Ant Group will manage to restructure itself, to meet China's new tightened regulatory requirements still remains anyone’s guess.
China’s President Xi Jinping Killed Ant Group’s $37 Billion IPO After Jack Ma Criticism
President Xi Jinping made the decision to stop the world’s largest-ever IPO after Ant Group’s Jack Ma spoke out against China's financial regulation and banking system.
Trump Administration May Consider Placing China’s Ant Group on Trade Blacklist
The US State Department recently submitted a proposal to add Ant Group to a trade blacklist, inhibiting the fintech giant’s business operations within the US.
China's Central Bank and Watchdogs Meet with Jack Ma and Ant Group Execs following Regulation Criticism
Ant Group founder Jack Ma and the firm’s top executives met with PBoC and three financial regulators as China published new draft rules for online micro-lending.
Ant Group's IPO Delay Bigger Concern for Asia Tech than US Election
Could the suspension of Ant Group’s $34.5 billion IPO have a greater impact on Asia’s FinTech ecosystem than the United States election?
Alibaba’s Ant Group Set to be 2020’s Top IPOs in Hong Kong and Shanghai
Ant Financial, formerly known as Alipay and known renamed to ‘Ant Group’, has announced its intentions of launching an initial public offering (IPO) that would be featured both on the Shanghai Stock Exchanges' STAR board and the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (HKEX/ SEHK).
World's Largest IPO Ant Group to Raise $34.4 Billion, What is behind it?
Ant Group priced its dual listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and Shanghai's Star Market at 80 Hong Kong dollars ($10.32) and 68.8 yuan ($10.26) per share respectively,
Ant Group Partners with Dell, Hewlett-Packard and Lenovo to Enable Access for its New Blockchain Solution—AntChain
Ant Group, formerly known as Ant Financial, the payments arm of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba, has launched a new blockchain solution, AntChain. Ant Group has signed an agreement with Dell, Hewlett-Packard, and Lenovo to enable accessibility of IT leasing services for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) through the AntChain blockchain solution.
BitMEX Research: Inflation Aftermath of Coronavirus Financial Crash Will Be Bitcoin's Greatest Test
In the aftermath of the current Coronavirus market crash and the subsequent incoming inflation that will be caused by the response of the Federal Reserve and Central banks, Bitcoin will face its truest test and be given its its biggest opportunity to prove itself in its short lifetime according to new research from global crypto exchange BitMEX.
What is Resume Worded?
Resume Worded is an AI-powered platform that enhances job seekers' resumes and LinkedIn profiles, scoring them based on recruiter and hiring manager criteria, and generating job leads.
Unstoppable Domains Partners with Fantom to Make Crypto Transactions Easier
To eliminate the pain points associated with crypto like misunderstanding, trepidation, and fear, Unstoppable Domains has collaborated with Fantom to make transactions simpler and easier.
Top 3 Crypto Gainers as Market Sees Flat Recovery: XRP, QNT, and CSPR
Amidst all the ups and down in the crypto ecosystem, XRP, Quant (QNT), and Casper Network (CSPR) have stood out over the past week.
Chinese Version CBDC (Digital Yuan) Applied to Guangzhou Housing Provident Fund Loans
The Guangzhou Housing Provident Fund Management Center has successfully implemented the usage of the Chinese version of the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), commonly known as the digital Yuan, for housing provident fund loans.
Matrixport Launches New Crypto Products with Fixed Income Investment and the Flexi-Term Investment Product
SINGAPORE - On 18th May 2020, Matrixport will introduce the Fixed Income Investment Product and the Flexi-Term Investment product, where asset security is protected by a risk control mechanism by real crypto assets guaranteed by excess pledge.
COVID-19 Relief Spurs Federal Reserve Towards Digital Payments with FEDNow
The Federal Reserve is accelerating towards digital payments technology as the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need to provide faster methods of relief. The United States central bank has announced the development of its own platform—FedNow.
Crypto Bank Anchorage Digital To Make Entry into Asia
Crypto Bank Anchorage Digital is making an entry into Asia with five new partnerships, including crypto exchange Bitkub, asset management firm Dream Trade, blockchain investment firm FBG Capital, venture firm IOSG Ventures and digital assets financial services provider Antalpha.
Bitcoin’s Market Cap is Likely to Eclipse Gold, BTC Price Valuation at $146,000 is Conservative, says Pompliano
Anthony Pompliano, the founder of Morgan Creek Digital said that JP Morgan’s valuation of Bitcoin at $146,000 is still conservative.
Oscar Actor Anthony Hopkins's New Production "Zero Contact" to Premiere on New NFT Platform Vuele
The famous Oscar actor Anthony Hopkins' new film called "Zero Touch" will premiere on the new platform Vuele in the form of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). It will be the first feature-length movie sold in the form of NFT.
Coinbase Launches Crypto Transactions via WhatsApp, Telegram, and Other Messaging Platforms
Coinbase introduces a new feature in its Wallet app, allowing users to send crypto via WhatsApp, Telegram, and other platforms with no fees and instant settlement.
Pakistan Banks Develop Blockchain-based KYC Platform
The Pakistan Banks’ Association has signed a contract to develop Pakistan’s first blockchain-based national eKYC banking platform aimed at strengthening anti-money laundering capabilities while countering terror financing. The blockchain platform will also improve operational efficiencies, mainly focused on improving customer experience during onboarding.
Venture Capital Firm Variant to Establish $450m Venture Fund III
Venture capital firm Variant has announced the launch of a $450 million Venture Fund III to help startups focused on Defi and Web3 infrastructure.
FINRA's 2024 Oversight Report Emphasizes Crypto Asset Compliance
FINRA's 2024 Regulatory Oversight Report emphasizes compliance in crypto asset activities, emphasizing cybersecurity, anti-money laundering protocols, and transparent reporting, reflecting its commitment to guiding members in the evolving cryptocurrency world.
Ethereum Classic Receives $10m Capital Boost from AntPool
Layer-1 blockchain protocol, Ethereum Classic has received a new $10 million capital boost for its ecosystem as announced by AntPool, the mining pool offshoot of Bitmain.
Phantom Wallet Says Solana Hack Did Not Come From Systems
Blockchain wallet services provider Phantom has shared the update from its investigation into the security breach that affected top hot wallets built on the Solana protocol last week.
Animoca Brands to Cover Losses of Recent Scam Victims
Hong Kong-based Animoca Brands released a statement saying that the company will cover the losses of those who fell victim to an online scam on November 19.
May 31: Everyone Wants to be the Broker in Crypto
BTC has managed to get into my sell zone with ETH clearly leading the charts with the triangle breakout getting quite a few technical guys excited. Contrary to this spike, 20k+ ETH Dec 120 puts traded at $8.4 yesterday. So who's gonna be right?
Italy's Garante Sets Mandates for OpenAI's ChatGPT Service
Italy's data protection agency, Garante, has issued mandates for OpenAI's ChatGPT service, requiring the company to increase transparency and implement age-gating measures to prevent minors from accessing its technology. OpenAI must also specify the legal grounds for processing data and allow users to exercise their rights regarding their personal data. The deadline for compliance is April 30, with an extension until May 31 for implementing age verification technology.
IBM Joins Trade Finance Blockchain Platform We.Trade As New Shareholder
IBM has announced a new collaboration with blockchain-based trade finance platform, we.trade to enhance network capabilities and accelerate the global growth of the platform. We.trade was designed to connect buyers, sellers, banks, insurers, and other organizations in a network, simplifying cross-border trading. Built on the latest version of the IBM Blockchain Platform, IBM has been the platform’s technology partner since the beginning. We.trade was also the first enterprise blockchain consortium to go live, back in early 2018.
Bitcoin Whales Are Accumulating Behind The Scenes Adding 50,000 BTC to Their Wallets
Another shocking tweet by Tesla CEO Elon Musk lead to Bitcoin (BTC) plunged by more than 5% after touching the $40,000 level.
Caitlin Long's Avanti Crypto Bank Raises $5 Million Funding Round, Inches Closer to Banking Charter Approval
Avanti Financial Group, the crypto-focused bank, led by the Caitlin Long University of Wyoming Alumna, has taken another important step towards becoming a chartered crypto bank in the country. Caitlin Long is the founder and CEO of Avanti bank. The crypto bank has raised an angel round worth $5 million from several popular investors in cryptocurrency. The University of Wyoming Foundation led the funding round with partnerships from Malex Enterprises, Lemniscap, Antony Pompliano, Morgan Creek Digital, Blockchain Capital, Madison Paige Ventures, Gary Gigot, Digital Currency Group, Susan B. Anthony, and many others.
Chainlink Is Rallying Bullishly, Up 15% in The Last 7 Hours
New data by on-chain metrics provider Santiment reveals that Chainlink (LINK) is back to its winning ways because it is up by nearly 15% in the last 7 hours.
Oasys Gaming Protocol Unveils Plans for Mainnet Launch in Three Phases
Oasys gaming protocol has unveiled the three phases for its mainnet launch
Wanted Wirecard Exec Marsalek Hiding in Russia After Moving Funds in Bitcoin
Former Wirecard Chief Operating Officer Jan Marsalek used Bitcoin to move funds to Russia where he is now in hiding under the supervision of Russian intelligence operatives, according to a Russian media outlet.
Florida Governor Reveals Plan to Permit Crypto Tax Payments
Speaking at a press conference, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis disclosed plans to roll out a cryptocurrency payment option for businesses remitting taxes.
Philcoin Rolls Out Staking Program for Donating Charity
To change the way of charity, Philcoin has established a staking mechanism that will enable users to donate part of their earnings to a charity of their choice within PHILApp.
Tencent Unveils Top Ten Tech Trends for 2024
Tencent Research Institute's report on 2024's top technology trends highlights quantum computing, high-performance chips, AI-driven industry development, sustainable computing, IoT, cloud computing, and more, signifying transformative impacts across industries.
Crowd Sentiment Towards Bitcoin Hit Historic Lows as BTC Addresses in Profit Reach a Monthly Low
On-chain metrics provider Santiment acknowledged that FUD (fear, doubt, and uncertainty) has made crowd sentiment towards BTC sink to historic lows.
Hong Kong Blockchain Ecosystem Feb 2020 - New Members
Hong Kong Blockchain Ecosystem Feb 2020 - New Members
Bitcoin Investors Buying at the Dip Declines, Signaling a Potential Upward Momentum
Analysts acknowledged Bitcoin traders were on a go-slow as they were not buying the dip. Still, this doubt and disinterest was a positive sign of an upcoming turnaround.
Honduras Establishes Bitcoin Valley in Santa Lucia to Boost Crypto Opportunities
Honduras has entered the cryptocurrency trend after launching “Bitcoin Valley” in Santa Lucia meant to spur more opportunities in the digital asset space.
Harvard's Breakthrough in Quantum Computing: A Leap Towards Error-Correction and Noise Reduction
Harvard researchers have developed a processor using logical qubits for error-correction and noise reduction, a groundbreaking advancement in quantum computing that could potentially revolutionize the field.
Scaramucci's Skybridge Capital to Launch Venture Fund for Web3 & Crypto Investments
SkyBridge Capital is planning to unveil a dedicated venture fund that will invest in web3 and crypto companies.
Changshu Civil Servants to Receive Digital Yuan as Payment
Changshu, a city in China, announced that civil servants, including public service personnel and state-owned unit personnel, will receive their full salaries in digital RMB starting May 2023. The move is part of China's pilot program to establish an efficient and convenient digital RMB operation and management system by 2025.
JP Morgan, Ciena and Toshiba Partner to Establish Quantum Key Distribution Network
JP Morgan Chase, Ciena, and Toshiba announced to research a Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) system in groundbreaking research for better protection for blockchain networks from eavesdropping and quantum computing attacks.
Bybit Partners with Actant to Provide Traders Innovative Crypto Tools
Singapore-based crypto exchange Bybit has joined hands with Actant, a trading solutions provider by offering new trading tools for traders.
Vitalik Buterin Proposes a Quantum-Resistant Hard Fork for Ethereum
Vitalik Buterin proposes a hard fork strategy for Ethereum to protect funds against quantum computer attacks, sparking a community-wide discussion on quantum security.
FC Barcelona Fan Tokens Worth $1.3 Million Sold Out in Two Hours
FC Barcelona Fan Tokens (BAR) got sold out barely 2 hours after it went live on sale. With BAR, fans all over the world will be more engaged in the decision at the club.
Thailand Blockchain Community Partners with IBM to Expand $300M Electronic Letter of Guarantee Platform
Thailand Blockchain Community Initiative (BCI) has joined hands with IBM to extend the scope and reach of the blockchain-powered electronic letter of guarantee.
Kakao Affiliates Face Probe Over Crypto Misappropriation Allegations
Prosecution delves into allegations of cryptocurrency embezzlement & breach of trust against ex-Kakao chairman & affiliate executives, marking the start of a formal inquiry with the examination of the complainant on Oct 11.
Messari: Fantom FTM Market Cap Declined 36% in Q2 2023
According to a report released by Messari, Fantom faced a decline in daily active addresses by 18% QoQ, while new unique addresses grew by 146% QoQ, coinciding with increased activity on LayerZero and Galxe.
Balancer's $2.1M Breach Impacts Pools Across Ethereum, Fantom, and Optimism
PeckShield Inc. has reported a $2.1 million loss on the Balancer platform, affecting multiple pools across Ethereum, Fantom Foundation, and Optimism Foundation. The loss, including Beethoven X, is believed to be miscalculated.
Argentina’s Central Bank Set to Prove Non-Crypto Use Cases of Blockchain Technology with its New Clearing System
The Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) is now looking to test a blockchain-based clearing system to be used by the country’s major financial institutions. The aim of the blockchain clearing system is to provide efficiencies for fiat payments and enable them to be more reliable and to provide end-to-end traceability.
SEC to Regulate Binance Chain With Blockchain Analytics Firm CipherTrace
The US Securities and Exchange Commission plans to award CipherTrace blockchain analytics firm with a contract pertaining to Binance Chain.
BIS Conference Addresses Cybersecurity in Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC)
Agustín Carstens, General Manager of the Bank for International Settlements, highlighted the importance of cybersecurity for central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) during a conference in Basel, Switzerland, emphasizing the need for secure, user-friendly, and adaptable systems.
OpenAI's Sam Altman Spotlights Antisemitism and Islamophobia in Tech
OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman has brought significant attention to the issues of antisemitism and Islamophobia in the tech industry with his tweets on January 5, 2024. His personal experiences and observations have sparked discussions on the need for greater support and awareness within the industry. The public's varied responses highlight the complexity of media coverage and the responsibility of tech companies in addressing these social issues.
Finland Tracks Monero in High-Profile Cybercrime Cas
Finnish authorities traced Monero transactions in the Julius Aleksanteri Kivimäki trial, highlighting challenges in tracking privacy-focused digital currencies, a significant development in cryptocurrency-related cybercrime investigations.
Explosive Growth in TON Developer Community: A Comprehensive Analysis
TON's Q4 2023 Developer Report reveals a 22.8% increase in its developer community, highlighting over 500% growth in active developers and significant advancements in blockchain technology and community engagement.
Fantom (FTM) Foundation CEO Reveals Exciting Plans for Sonic's Launch and Future Development
Michael Kong, CEO of Fantom Foundation, has unveiled the highly anticipated launch of Sonic, a groundbreaking blockchain technology that promises unparalleled scalability and security. With plans to create a shared sequencer for L1 and L2 chains and introduce simplified staking and liquid staking support, the Fantom team is poised to revolutionize the world of blockchain. Stay tuned for more exciting updates and partnerships in the coming weeks.
Second Bitcoin Whale Spotted Holding At Least 100,000 BTC Worth $2.8 Billion
For the first time since June 24th 2020, Bitcoin has a 2nd whale address with 100k+ BTC tokens held, according to on-chain data provider Santiment.
Quantinuum Secures $300 Million in Landmark Quantum Computing Funding Round
Quantinuum secures a significant $300M equity fundraise at a $5B valuation, led by JPMorgan Chase, Mitsui, Amgen, and Honeywell, marking a major stride in the quantum computing sector and boosting development of fault-tolerant quantum computers.
Investors Need to Accept the Trajectory and Level of Volatility in Bitcoin, Says SkyBridge Capital Founder
Anthony Scaramucci, the founder of SkyBridge Capital and former White House communications director, believes that as Bitcoin (BTC) continues being widely adopted, investors ought to accept the trajectory and level of volatility in the leading cryptocurrency.
Ethereum Stored on Crypto Exchanges Sinks to a Two-Year Low, What This Means for ETH
On-chain analytics provider Santiment has shared data showing that Ethereum(ETH) held on crypto exchanges stands at 13.35% of its total circulation supply.
FTC Investigates Big Tech's AI Investments
The US FTC is conducting a thorough investigation into the partnerships and investments between tech giants like Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft, and AI startups like OpenAI and Anthropic, focusing on their impact on market competition and innovation.
SkyBridge Capital Achieves Record Year with Crypto Investments, Scaramucci Foresees Bright Future for Bitcoin
Anthony Scaramucci's SkyBridge Capital records its best year in 2023 with a 130% rise in crypto investments, primarily in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. Scaramucci predicts Bitcoin will surpass its all-time high, bolstered by the recent approval of Bitcoin ETFs by the SEC.
Wormhole Foundation Launches STIP Grant with 1.8M ARB to Boost Arbitrum Ecosystem
The Wormhole Foundation's STIP Grant, funded by a 1.8M ARB grant from Arbitrum DAO, incentivizes USDC migration to Arbitrum to enhance liquidity and network growth.
AntChain Integrates Zero-Knowledge Proof for Enhanced Privacy and Verification in Web3.0 Era
Ant Group's AntChain has announced a new architecture upgrade for its privacy collaboration platform, AntChain FAIR, introducing Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) as a core technology for verifiable computation. This extends trustworthy data transfer to the verification of computation processes, data attributes, and identities.
Bitcoin’s Average 30-Day Trader Returns Haven’t Dipped This Low Since Black Thursday
On-chain metrics provider Santiment revealed that the latest correction in the market has made Bitcoin’s average 30-day trader returns slip to lows not seen since Black Thursday.
Alibaba to Bring Blockchain Technology to Chinese Shipping Ports
China is tapping into the potential of blockchain technology like none other; the country’s entrepreneurs and local governments alike have already started implementing blockchain-based projects while most of the globe grapples with legality issues.
Sparkswap Decentralized Exchange Shuts Down Citing Low User Volume
The decentralized exchange, Sparkswap which is backed by Pantera Capital has made an announcement that it is going to shut down permanently. The announcement came from the editor of Sparkswap exchange, Trey Griffith who attributed the shutting down of exchange to the low and weak user base of the exchange.
‘Millionaire’ Bitcoin Whales Accumulates Extra 90,000 BTC
According to Santiment, an encrypted market data aggregator, approximately 90,000 Bitcoins have been accumulated by Bitcoin whales in the past 25 days.
CleanSpark Buys 45,000 Bitmain Antminer S19 XPs for $144.9 Million
CleanSpark, a crypto miner, has purchased 45,000 Bitmain Antminer S19 XPs for $144.9 million, which will nearly double its current computing power. The first batch of 25,000 rigs will be delivered in August, with the remainder arriving in September, and they will be installed at a site in Sandersville, Georgia. CleanSpark aims to have 16 EH/s of computing power by the end of the year.
Plantoids: The Advent of New Blockchain-Based Lifeforms
Plantoids. What are they? Where do they come from? This new art project uses blockchain as a new outlet of artistic expression.
Studying Bitcoin Always Lead to Investing in it: Skybridge Capital CEO
Scaramucci pointed out that those who do their homework by studying cryptocurrency are always fascinated by its potential and invest in it.
Best Performing Altcoins Review: FLOW, QNT, DCR
With varying fundamentals driving their inherent growth, Flow (FLOW), Quant (QNT), and Decred (DCR) are the three altcoins expected to become the next wave of bullish momentum in the crypto ecosystem.
Max Keiser Expects Other Enterprises to Acquire Bitcoin Following MicroStrategy’s Lead
Max Keiser believes that shareholders will demand other corporations and big companies to convert their cash reserves into Bitcoin, just like MicroStrategy corporation has done.
Retail Momentum on the Bitcoin Network Slows Down by BTC’s Sinking Social Sentiment
Crypto analyst Joseph Young noted that a slow down in retail momentum and miners moving out of China were affecting Bitcoin.
Traditional Financial Giant Lloyd's of London Introduces Cryptocurrency Insurance for Hot Wallets
Insurance giant Lloyd’s has launched a new insurance product to protect digital asset holders against the rising threat of cybercrime in the crypto market.
Altcoin Watch: Top 3 Tokens for Better Entry- QNT, HT & AR
The combined crypto market cap was down 0.31% and pegged at $921 billion. With the seemingly bearish trend, here is a brief rundown of altcoins entering the new week with an impressive weekly performance.
FLUUS Announces $FLUUS Token Presale On FantomStarter Launchpad
Crypto payment startup FLUUS announced it will be conducting a presale of its native token $FLUUS on the FantomStarter launchpad. The token will be available to buy at a discounted rate on the platform from May 2 - 23, with whitelisting available until May 17, before it becomes available to trade publicly on major cryptocurrency exchanges from May 24 onwards
Bluzelle Launch Looms as Decentralized Storage Goes Mainstream
Bluzelle, the decentralized data storage platform, is preparing for the launch of its mainnet on February 3, ushering in a new era for censorship-resistant data storage.
Bitcoin’s Social and Trading Volumes Hit a 5-Week High as Address Activity Surge to a 3-Week High
As Bitcoin (BTC) continues testing the $40K waters, its social and trading volumes are going through the roof, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.
Senator Warren Focuses on Crypto Scam Risks for Seniors, Advocates New Legislation
Senator Warren emphasized the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act, gaining bipartisan support to regulate crypto activities and protect vulnerable populations from financial fraud.
Ant Financial Launches OpenChain for China's Small Businesses to Leverage its Enterprise Blockchain Consortium
Ant Financial, the parent company of AliPay, has launched OpenChain, a new blockchain platform that gives developers and small and micro enterprises (SMEs) the power to leverage the Chinese blockchain giant’s proprietary blockchain consortium and efficiently and cost effectively deploy smart contracts and create decentralized apps (DApps).
ETH Miner Balances Recovering with its Transactions Hitting $2.5 Trillion in Q2 of 2021
This renewed Ethereum momentum is propelling ETH miner balances on the road to recovery.
Sorare Inks Partnership With MLB to Float Fantasy Baseball Game with NFT
Sorare has partnered with Major League Baseball to create a fantasy baseball game featuring Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT).
Long-term Dormant Ethereum ICO Participant Activates $3.2 Million Worth of ETH
An Ethereum ICO participant re-emerged after 8.2 years of inactivity, transferring 2,000 ETH ($3.2 million) to four different addresses on October 21, 2023. Acquired at a mere $620 at the Ethereum Genesis, this move not only underscores Ethereum's substantial price appreciation but also hints at potential market dynamics as long-dormant assets re-enter circulation. The transaction could signal various intents, from cashing out to redistributing or reinvesting the holdings, each with its own set of implications for the Ethereum market.
Web3 Data Ecosystem Pocket Network Adds Support for the Fantom Blockchain
The Web3 blockchain data ecosystem Pocket Network adds support for the Fantom blockchain, allowing developers to mint Fantom RPC endpoints for their applications directly from Pocket Portal, earning $POKT tokens.
NBA Superstar's Thirty Five Ventures Signs Deal With Coinbase
Thirty Five Ventures, co-founded by NBA superstar Kevin Durant and sports manager Rich Kleiman, announced a new multi-year business partnership with cryptocurrency platform Coinbase Global.
NFT Trading Platform Giant MakersPlace Completes $30M in Series A Financing
Non-Fungible Token (NFT) trading platform MakersPlace announced the completion of a $30 million Series A financing jointly led by Bessemer Venture Partners and Pantera Captial.
Microsoft’s Bill Gates on Big Tech Antitrust Hearing – Government Scrunity Inevitable with Tech Success
Bill Gates discussed the antitrust hearing opposing US congress and Big Tech - Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google (Alphabet) - and gave his input.
Alibaba Integrates New Blockchain System With its E-Commerce Platform to Enhance Traceability
Alibaba has recently announced its integration of a full-link traceability blockchain system into its import e-commerce platform, Kaola. The Chinese e-commerce giant has previously acquired NetEase’s Kaola cross-border e-commerce platform in September 2019 for $2 billion.
Argo Blockchain Inks Bitcoin Mining Machine Swap Agreement with Core Scientific
The London-listed Bitcoin mining company, Argo Blockchain, has inked a partnership with Core Scientific that will see both companies swap their BTC mining machines over the next few months.
Analysis of Dominance and Dynamics of Bitcoin Mining in 2023
In 2023, Bitcoin mining saw top pools like Foundry and Antpool dominate, navigating 27 difficulty adjustments and 147 empty blocks, showcasing evolving blockchain dynamics.
Pantera Capital Predicts Bitcoin to Hit $35k Before 2024 Halving and Surge to $148k Afterward
Pantera Capital's publication explores the "positive black swan" event in the blockchain industry, highlighting its positive implications, historical predictions, rapid growth, resilience, and the transformative potential of DeFi platforms.
Judge Dismisses Antitrust Suit Against Apple Over Apple Cash
US District Judge has dismissed an antitrust lawsuit targeting Apple, where Venmo and Cash App users claimed Apple Cash had an anti-competitive edge.
Bahamut Foundation launches Bahamut Grants program with a 10 mln $FTN fund
Bahamut Foundation offers 10 Mln $FTN for projects on Fastex Ecosystem blockchain platform, supporting POSA consensus, encouraging individuals, businesses, organizations, and researchers to pitch projects.
UBS and OSL Pioneer Hong Kong's First Ethereum Tokenized Warrant
UBS AG, in collaboration with OSL Digital Securities, introduces Hong Kong's first tokenized warrant on the Ethereum blockchain, marking a landmark moment in financial innovation and blockchain adoption.
Nearly 70% of Merchants Believe Crypto Payments will Revolutionize Business Models, Study Shows
The appetite for cryptocurrencies in e-commerce continues to gain steam as they offer more convenient and safer payment methods, according to a report by global payments solution provider Checkout.com.
May 26: It's Always Been There
Strategy today? With SPX e-mini futures now just shy of 20 points from 3,000 level and the highest it's traded since the March 23 crash, I expect BTC to follow. Expectedly, this recent sell off has been mostly triggered by large players (i.e. whales) trimming their positions.
Significant Shiba Inu Token $SHIB Moved from Coinbase to Dormant Account
A dormant account received 841B $SHIB ($8.8M) from Coinbase after 2 years of inactivity. This move coincided with a notable surge in $SHIB's price, sparking intrigue in the crypto community.
Bitcoin’s Long-Term Address Activity Rebounding, Signaling a Breakout sign
On-Chain metrics provider Santiment noted that BTC long-term address activity surged to levels witnessed in mid-April, which could signal a breakout.
US Wealth Manager Confirms on CNBC that PayPal Will Enable Merchant Cryptocurrency Payments
Wealth manager, Sandi Bragar, considers PayPal as the best choice for businesses because of its bet on cryptocurrency.
Ethereum Whales are on a Spending Spree as Addresses with at least 10,000 ETH Hit All-Time High
New data by on-chain data provider Santiment reveals that the number of Ethereum addresses with more than 10,000 ETH has broken the record at 1,225.
Greece Establishes High-Level Advisory Committee for Artificial Intelligence Strategy
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced the formation of a High-Level Advisory Committee for AI on October 19, 2023. Led by MIT Professor Constantinos Daskalakis, the committee aims to prepare Greece for the rapid advancements in AI and their applications. The committee will focus on long-term national strategy, including policy development and guidelines, in key areas such as economy, society, and innovation.
Taj Quantum Utilizes Blockchain in Authentication Systems, Awarded Patent for Groundbreaking Type II Superconductor
Taj Quantum was awarded a patent for a Type II Superconductor and utilizes blockchain for authentication systems, as announced on July 31, 2023.
Ethereum PoS Might Be Still Heavily Centralized: Santiment Data
According to data from blockchain analytics provider, Santiment, there seems to be a heavy centralization in the new protocol per validator’s count after the Merge of Ethereum.
Arbitrum Foundation Proposes Control of $1 Billion in ARB Tokens
The proposed "special grants" program on the Arbitrum blockchain, which would allocate 750 million ARB tokens worth nearly $1 billion to the centralized Arbitrum Foundation without input from token holders, has caused community concerns.
Gitcoin Pivots to Ethereum Grants
Gitcoin, the open-source funding platform, announces a strategic shift from public goods funding to concentrate on grants infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem. This reorganization aims to enhance technological development within Ethereum, transitioning from a flat organizational structure to a more defined "Labs" model for improved efficiency and direction.
Talk to Earn, TAGO to Introduce Blockchain Technology in Mental Health Sector
TAGO, a UK-registered tech startup, aims to connect people in need of support for mental health through blockchain technology.
DSF Launches to Promote DLT Adoption and Provide Grant Support
The DLT Science Foundation (DSF) has been launched with the aim of promoting the adoption of distributed ledger technology (DLT) and providing grant support to its university network. The network includes prestigious institutions such as the London School of Economics and the University of Zurich, and is supported by the open-source public ledger project Hedera.
Crypto ATM Market Expected to Hit $1.18B by 2028, Driven by Increasing Fund Transfers
A surge in fund transfers is expected to expedite the global crypto ATM market to hit $1.185 billion by 2028, according to Vantage Market Research.
Mashreq Bank and DIFC Launch First KYC Blockchain Platform in UAE
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Mashreq Bank announced the launch of the region’s first blockchain data-sharing platform which went live on March 1.
California Authorities Demand MyConstant Stop Crypto-Lending
The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has ordered MyConstant to stop selling many crypto-related products due to state securities law breaches. The company's peer-to-peer loan brokering and interest-bearing crypto asset accounts violate California securities and consumer financial laws.
Bitcoin Is Still the Cryptocurrency to Own Despite Current Struggles, says SkyBridge Capital Founder
SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci believes that Bitcoin is still the cryptocurrency to watch because it has attained “escape velocity."
dYdX Utilizes $9M Insurance Fund Following Alleged Targeted Attack on YFI
dYdX deployed $9 million from v3 insurance fund to cover YFI market liquidations, suspecting targeted attack and market manipulation. No user funds affected, insurance fund remains at $13.5 million.
Biden-Harris Administration Secures AI Commitments from Major Tech Companies
The Biden-Harris Administration has secured voluntary commitments from eight more artificial intelligence (AI) companies to manage AI risks. The commitments emphasize safety, security, and trust, requiring AI products to undergo security testing, share information on risk management, prioritize cybersecurity, and develop mechanisms to inform users. The administration is developing an Executive Order on AI and pursuing bipartisan legislation to position America as a responsible AI developer.
Bank of Korea Seeks a Consulting Partner to Accelerate CBDC Launch
The Bank of Korea (BoK) is in search of a consulting partner to help develop the architecture for its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).
CNBC Mad Money Host Jim Cramer From Skeptic to Bitcoin Bull
CNBC’s Mad Money host Jim Cramer thinks a major shift in safe-haven assets is on its way and believes Bitcoin and crypto will be the choice of the next generation.
G7 Bank Sector Higher Money Laundering Risk than Crypto Industry, Reports Mexico Financial Intelligence
According to a report released by the Financial Intelligence Unit of Mexico, the G7 banking sector was most at risk of money laundering operations.
Google Assistant to Integrate Bard AI for Enhanced Capabilities
Google Assistant is set to integrate with Google's Bard AI to offer enhanced functionalities. The integration will allow Google Assistant to perform complex tasks like planning vacations and sorting emails. Although the feature is still under testing, it marks Google's aggressive efforts to compete in the AI space.
Kadena Protocol Launches $100m for Web3 Grants Initiative
Kadena Protocol, a scalable Layer-1 blockchain network has announced the launch of a $100 million Web3.0 grant to empower the growth of innovative startups looking to build on the network.
Tencent Uses Blockchain in Annual "99 Giving Day" Charity Campaign
Chinese internet giant Tencent will use of blockchain technology in its annual internet charity campaign dubbed “99 Giving Day.”
Web3 Foundation Announces Over $1.1M in Grants Under Wave 19 Program
The Web3 Foundation disclosed the conclusion of its 19th grant wave, allocating over $1.1 million to 33 projects to bolster the Polkadot ecosystem. The foundation marked its 600th grant and 1000th milestone, reflecting the growth and the fervor of the Polkadot developer community, now the second largest globally. This wave spotlighted grants enhancing smart contract capabilities on Polkadot’s ink! smart contracts, and core infrastructure improvements. The foundation continues to welcome new proposals, underlining its ongoing commitment to support the evolving Web 3.0 ecosystem.
OKEx to Shut Down Its Crypto Business Operations in South Korea by April
OKEX intends to shut down its crypto branch in South Korea. According to sources familiar with the talks, the move is attributed to new anti-money laundering regulations in the country.
A Look into Bitcoin and Ethereum's Record-Breaking Bull Runs of January
On-chain data provider Santiment has delved deeper into the impressive bull runs that Bitcoin and Ethereum have both enjoyed in January.
Bullish Weekly Opening Turned Sour as Bitcoin Recorded Price Reversals
Bitcoin's price performance summary for the week.
Ant Group Launches Blockchain-Powered System to Help SMEs in Cross-Border Trade
China's Ant Group established a blockchain-enabled smart contract platform Trusple to assist small and medium enterprises (SMEs) for cross-border trades.
SEC Faces Criticism from Elizabeth Warren over Bitcoin ETF Approvals
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren has expressed strong disapproval of the SEC's recent decision to approve 11 spot bitcoin ETFs, emphasizing the necessity of stringent anti-money laundering regulations in the cryptocurrency sector.
Fed Slashes Interest Rate to Near Zero and Launches 700Bn QE, Bitcoin Hovers Near $5k
In an attempt to stimulate U.S. economy amid coronavirus pandemic, the Federal Reserve (“the Fed”) decided to slash the main interest rate to near zero together with the purchase of $700 billion Treasury securities.
Bitcoin Ordinals: Controversial but Here to Stay
Bitcoin Ordinals, the ability to permanently store data on the Bitcoin blockchain, are a controversial topic within the cryptocurrency community. However, builders and CEOs of Bitcoin-focused companies see potential for the technology, despite concerns over blockchain congestion and offensive content. Ordinals offer a new use case for the Bitcoin network beyond peer-to-peer cash, allowing for permanent and censorship-resistant storage of culturally significant events and data.
Fantom's Evolution: From Technical Innovations to Ecosystem Expansion
Fantom continues to innovate despite facing challenges in its DeFi ecosystem. With planned technical upgrades and a focus on growing its developer community, the network aims for a robust and diversified blockchain ecosystem.
Santander Imposes Limit on Crypto Transactions for UK Customers
Santander to impose a £1,000 transaction limit on its crypto customers in the UK
Dave Portnoy Calls Bitcoin “A Ponzi Scheme,” but Says He Will be Back for Crypto
Dave Portnoy revealed that he had previously bought $1.25 million worth of Bitcoin, despite thinking the cryptocurrency was just a “just one big Ponzi scheme.”
Kenanga Investment Bank Collaborates with Ant Group to Launch Crypto-based Applications
Kenanga will introduce an app that enables customers to crypto trading and portfolio management. Reportedly, the app could be launched in early 2023.
Manta Network Launches "Blast Off to Manta" with $MANTA Incentives
Manta Network introduces "Blast Off to Manta" for instant Blast withdrawals & MANTA rewards, aiming to enhance the DeFi ecosystem.
FTX Future Fund Shut Down Following Exchange's Collapse
FTX Future Fund, the philanthropic arm of FTX exchange, has shut down following the exchange's collapse in November 2022. The fund had pledged $1 billion in donations toward research academics across prestigious universities, but the team behind the project resigned after FTX filed for bankruptcy. Many scholars and researchers who were early recipients of the grant are now stuck in limbo over payment of further grants for their programs.
Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen Unveil Cutting-Edge Voice Assistants at CES 2024
Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen showcase advanced voice assistant technology at CES 2024, including Mercedes' 'Dialogue Partner' and Volkswagen's ChatGPT integration, enhancing user experience and safety in vehicles with AI-driven innovations.
Alibaba's Ant Group Floats New Digital Bank ANEXT in Singapore
Ant Group, a majority-owned fintech firm of Alibaba Group Holdings has launched ANEXT, a digital bank following a nod from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) earlier this month
Fantom Foundation Lowers Staking Threshold to 50,000 FTM
Fantom Foundation has reduced its validator staking requirement from 500,000 FTM to 50,000 FTM, aiming to boost network security and accessibility, following a June 2023 governance vote.
Venture Capital Company Benchmark to Pump $50 Million into Ethereum-Based Fantasy Football Platform Sorare
Benchmark, a venture capital company that earlier backed Ebay Inc., Twitter Inc., and Uber Technologies, plans to invest a whopping $50 million into Ethereum-powered fantasy football platform Sorare.
Lionel Messi Becomes Sorare’s Brand Ambassador and Investor
Lionel Messi, a football star who has bagged seven Ballon d’Or Awards, has joined hands with Sorare to be its brand ambassador and investor.
Crypto Miners Allege Chinese Bitcoin Mining Giant Delivered "Defective" Product
Ahead of Bitcoin’s much-awaited halving event on May 12, a group of miners alleged Bitmain’s latest “Antminer” deliveries were defective and led to losses for investors.
A 200 ETH Pre-Mine Address Was Activated After 8.5 Years
The reactivation of a dormant Ethereum address with 200 ETH highlights a trend of similar incidents amid Ethereum's volatile market. This raises questions about long-term investor strategies and market dynamics.
Crypto Gains Flattens But These Altcoins Are Set to Cool Off
Per the top 100 cryptocurrencies listed on CoinMarketCap, Aave (AAVE), Quant Network (QNT), and Convex Finance (CVX) recorded the most bullish growths within this time frame
NFL Carolina Panthers' Russell Okung Will Receive Half of His $13 Million Contract in Bitcoin
Carolina Panthers’ offensive tackle Russell Okung has long been a Bitcoin advocate, tweeting out “Pay me in Bitcoin” back in 2019.
Crypto Investors Looks More Attractive and Desirable on Dating Apps, Survey Shows
A study shows that crypto investors could be more attractive or competitive in the dating market, but it might not be a good choice to choose NFT as your profile picture.
Bitcoin Addresses Holding Between 100 and 10,000 BTC Hit a 7-Week High
BTC addresses holding between 100 and 10,000 BTC have been on a spending spree, given that they have added 90,000 BTC to their portfolio, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.
Bitcoin Becomes the “Ultimate Safe Haven” as BTC Fights Off Stock Correlation, says Anthony Pompliano
Anthony Pompliano said that Bitcoin could not be more correlated to the stock market than it is now while citing Santiment’s tweet.
Mike Novogratz Considers Galaxy's Helios Purchase "Transformative"
Galaxy Digital Holdings CEO Mike Novogratz dubbed the Helios mining transaction "transformative." Dec. 28 saw the crypto investment firm's $65 million purchase of Argo's main mining plant. Galaxy operates trading, asset management, crypto mining, venture investments, and investment banking.
Samsung Electronics to Use Blockchain in Climate-Focused Reafforestation Program
Samsung Electronics America has committed to the planting of 2 million Mangrove trees in Madagascar in a bid to advance its quota on the fight against climate change.
Bitcoin Whales Return To Exchanges Stifling BTC Relief Price Rally Above $19,500
The Bitcoin price surged out above $19,500 earlier today, recorded as high as $19,570 on major exchanges before dropping to $19,050 due to selling pressure from BTC whales.
Semiconductor Design Company Bitmain Suspends Sales of Antminers in Mainland China
The multinational semiconductor company Bitmain Technology Holding announced that from October 11, 2021, Bitmain's Antminer will stop shipping to mainland China in order to comply with a series of local bans on strict crackdowns on cryptocurrencies.
Radiant Capital Suffers $4.5M Flash Loan Attack
Radiant Capital was hit by a $4.5M flash loan attack due to a known codebase rounding issue, leading to a temporary pause in their Arbitrum market operations.
Multichain Reports Unusual Outflows Worth Over $100M
In the past 12 hours, a large amount of assets has unusually flowed out from Multichain. These assets, which include a variety of cryptocurrencies, have been transferred to the new address: 0x1eed63efba5f81d95bfe37d82c8e736b974f477b. At the time of writing, the net worth of all assets transferred is $102,834,504.
Santa launches its rewarded browser this Christmas to bring in the next 200M users onto Web3.0
Santa Browser has announced the Version 1 launch of its web3 browser today. Built for an emerging crypto world, the browser claims to bring in the next generation of web3 users by developing tools that allow anyone to leverage the power of blockchain technologies. Due to the extreme volatility of the market, Santa is dedicated to building a “Trustable Technology Stack” that users can firmly rely upon while browsing the web. With the Christmas release of Santa Browser, users can now earn crypto rewards simply by browsing.
Bitcoin’s Sentiment on Twitter Remains Negative, Which Could Signal a Price Upswing
The consolidation period in the Bitcoin market continues making a negative sentiment on Twitter, and this trend could trigger an upward momentum, which could find many by surprise.
Amazon Invests $4 Billion in AI Startup Anthropic for Advanced Foundation Models
Amazon and AI startup Anthropic have entered into a $4 billion investment agreement to develop advanced foundation models. The collaboration will provide Anthropic with AWS resources and allow Amazon to build on Anthropic's AI models. Both companies are committed to AI safety and responsible scaling.
Stay Alert to Crypto Wallets Protection from Quantum Computer Attack
Nowadays, the application of digital signature to access financial accounts could be risky to be attacked by quantum computer hacking, especially for the crypto wallets, experts remind the public to stay alert.
Chainlink Whales are Growing as LINK Investors Increase, according to Santiment Study
New data by Santiment reveals that crypto wallets holding at least 1,000 Chainlink (LINK) grew by more than 445 in November.
"Insolvency, Bankruptcy is Nowhere in Nexo's reality": Co-Founders
Speculations about crypto lender Nexo heading towards bankruptcy were squashed by the company's top-ranking members in an ‘Ask-Me-Anything’ YouTube video on Tuesday.
US Government Offers $5 Million Reward for the Arrest of Venezuela’s Head of Petro Cryptocurrency
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has added Venezuela’s head of Petro cryptocurrency agency, Joselit Ramirez, to its most wanted person’s list. The US government seeks to offer a $5 million reward for information leading to Ramirez’s arrest.
Indian Supreme Court Rejects Crypto Petition: Legislative Nature Emphasized
The Indian Supreme Court's decision not to accept a PIL for cryptocurrency regulation underscores the legislative nature of such regulations and the ongoing regulatory uncertainty in the crypto sector.
Mastercard's Dynamic Yield Launches AI-Driven Shopping Muse to Enhance Online Retail
Mastercard's Dynamic Yield has introduced "Shopping Muse," an AI-driven personal retail assistant tool, enhancing its digital personalization and AI portfolio to provide personalized product recommendations and meet evolving retail industry demands.
CEX.IO Founder: US and UK Investors Expect Bitcoin to Serve as Hedge Against Currency Depreciation
CEX.IO Founder and CEO, Oleksandr Lutskevych is a pioneer in the Bitcoin industry and serial entrepreneur with deep expertise in internet technology businesses. In this second exclusive interview with Blockchain.News, Lutskevych to discuss the current Bitcoin market sentiments in the US and UK following Brexit and discuss CEX.IO’s next steps for 2020.
Ethereum 2.0 Rival Raises $21.6M Round Led by Andreessen Horowitz for Web-Scale Decentralized Application Platform
Decentralized applications startup Near Inc announced $21.6 million tokens raised led by venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). Joined by other investment firms, including Libertus, Animal Ventures, Notation Capital, Blockchange, Pantera Capital, and Distribution Global, the token sale is the network’s second funding, following a $12.1 million round last July.
OPNX to Launch FatManTerra Justice Token, Airdropping to LUNC and LUNA Holders
OPNX has announced the imminent launch of the FatManTerra Justice Token. This move comes in response to the commencement of legal proceedings against FatManTerra by several parties.
AI Companies Respond to Copyright Infringement Claims
Stability AI, Midjourney, and DeviantArt have responded to a lawsuit brought by artists who claim that their work was used without permission to train generative AI systems. The companies argue that the resulting AI-generated images are dissimilar to the artists’ work, and that the lawsuit lacks specific information about the allegedly misused photos.
Binance to Delist Ten Margin Pairs, Including ANT, RVN, FIRO, BAL, on September 14, 2023
Binance Margin will delist ten isolated margin pairs starting September 14, 2023, including ALPHA/BUSD, ANT/BUSD, BAL/BUSD, COS/BTC, DGB/BUSD, FIRO/BUSD, OOKI/BUSD, QI/BTC, RVN/BUSD, and TWT/BUSD.
Bitcoin’s Dominance Skyrockets as Market Capitalization Tops $1 Trillion
On-chain metrics provider Santiment believes Bitcoin’s dominance and price have been driven by a surge in token circulation.
Yann LeCun Discusses AI Progress and Quantum Computing at FAIR's 10th Anniversary
Yann LeCun of Meta AI discussed the future of AI, highlighting Nvidia's hardware dominance, skepticism about human-level AI and quantum computing, and Meta's focus on multimodal AI systems.
Crypto Bull Anthony Pompliano Reveals That 80% of His Wealth Is Bitcoin
Anthony "Pomp" Pompliano, the co-founder of Morgan Creek Digital and host of the Pomp podcast show, disclosed that 80% of his wealth was allocated to Bitcoin.
Unstoppable Domains Raises $65m in Series A Funding Led by Pantera Capital
The new funding for Unstoppable Domains, which builds digital identity markers as NFTs, now has a valuation of $1 billion.
Ethereum Exploded by More than 17.4% over the Weekend as Transaction Fees Recorded 205.99% Monthly Growth
New data by on-chain data provider Santiment reveals that the uptrend over the weekend made Ethereum increase by more than 17.4%.
Ripple's XRP Ledger Distributes $1.6M in Wave 5 Grants
XRP Ledger Foundation awards $1.6M to 15 projects in Wave 5 of XRPL Grants. Awardees, from 14 countries, aim to accelerate XRP Ledger adoption with use-cases in Web3 finance, transaction facilitation, and more.
New York-Based Power Plant Greenidge Generation Mines $50,000 Worth of Bitcoin on a Daily Basis
Greenidge’s 65,000-square-foot facility was initially built in 1937 as a coal plant before eventually being closed down in 2011. The plant remained dormant for five years before Atlas Holdings, Connecticut-based private equity company, converted it into a natural gas plant in 2016 to generate clean energy. Because of the high power that crypto mining machines use in their operations, countries have initiated stricter measures to discourage miners from conducting their mining activities. Some of these measures involve increased electricity fees, which have compelled most miners to move to other cities with favorable electricity billing.
dYdX Founder: Focus on Overseas Markets Over US for Crypto
Crypto industry founder Antonio Juliano suggests targeting overseas markets due to US regulatory challenges, aiming for a 100x increase in the sector. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong predicts US adoption will improve by next year.
John McAfee Found Dead in Prison After Spanish High Court Approves His Extradition to the US
John McAfee was found dead in prison jail, followed by his extradition to the US approved by the court.
ETH Holdings on Exchanges Drops Below 18% in 31 Months
ETH holders are still confident that an uptrend is in the offing as they have been withdrawing their holdings on crypto exchanges in droves, as acknowledged by crypto analytic firm Santiment.
Trump Threatens Military Deployment at BLM and George Floyd Protests, Bitcoin Price Soars Past $10,000 Mark
As President Donald Trump advised state governments to leverage the National Guard in response to civil unrest and protest, Bitcoin’s price surged past the $10,000 mark.
BaFin Declines to Classify NFTs as Securities, Recommends Case-by-Case Approach
The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority of Germany (BaFin) has stated that it is not yet prepared to classify non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as securities. While NFTs may be considered investments in certain cases, BaFin suggests that classification should be approached on a case-by-case basis. The lack of immediate exchangeability and standardization makes it unlikely that NFTs will be classified as crypto assets. However, if an NFT contains documentation of exploitation rights or ownership, it could be considered an investment. BaFin does not expect NFTs to comply with the licensing requirements of the Payment Services Supervision Act or fall under its Anti-Money Laundering supervision, except for NFTs that are considered "crypto assets."
AML BitCoin Lobbyist Abramoff to Pay $55K in Convicted Guilt Plea for ICO Fraud
In the civil case filed against Jack Abramoff for his role in the 2018 Initial Coin Offering (ICO) scandal, the AML BitCoin lobbyist is expected to pay $55, 000 in disgorgement and interest for his conspiracy in fraud.
87% of Merchants Believe Crypto Payments Enhancing Competitive Advantage: Deloitte Survey
87% of merchants believe crypto payments will enable them to stay at the top of their game based on the competitive advantage rendered, according to a survey by big four audit firm Deloitte.
SkyBridge Capital's Crypto Pivot Looks to Triple its Assets
Hedge fund SkyBridge founder Anthony Scaramucci said he plans to shift the pace of SkyBridge Capital's investment to virtual digital assets.
FTX Seeks to Liquidate $1.4 Billion Anthropic Stake Amid Bankruptcy Proceedings
FTX seeks court approval to divest its $18 billion stake in Anthropic, part of its post-collapse asset liquidation strategy, to repay customers and fulfill stakeholder commitments.
Iris Energy to Triple Mining Capacity With Thousands of New Rigs
Iris Energy will triple its crypto mining capacity with 44,000 ASIC machines.
VanEck Announces Launch of Ethereum Futures ETF (EFUT)
VanEck announces the launch of VanEck Ethereum Strategy ETF (EFUT), targeting Ethereum futures contracts for capital appreciation. EFUT, listed on CBOE, complements VanEck's Bitcoin ETF (XBTF) with a tax-efficient structure.
Palantir Starts Accepting Bitcoin as Payment Method and Considers Adding Crypto to Its Balance Sheet
Palantir has become the latest public company to embrace cryptocurrency to stimulate its business growth.
US Congress’ Attack on Amazon, Google, Apple and Facebook Continues, Can Blockchain Benefit?
As the antitrust hearing with tech giants Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google (Alphabet) continues, the question of whether decentralization will subsequently rise as a result of the legal tech-policy hearing has been brought up.
Gold Guaranteed Coin Mining Introduces Tokenised Gold Investment
Gold Guaranteed Coin Mining has launched the Gold Guaranteed Coin (GGCM), which uses blockchain technology to digitally store physical gold.
BIS Advances Technology in Finance: Quantum, AI, and Green Initiatives for 2024
The Bank for International Settlements announces six innovative projects for 2024, focusing on quantum security, AI, and green finance, to enhance global financial system resilience.
Ethereum Surges Past $700 for the First Time since 2018, ETH Supply on Exchanges Diminishes
New data by Santiment reveals that the current ETH price rally has not been witnessed since May 19, 2018 as supply on exchanges sink to a 1.5-year low.
Chinese Ant Group to Divest Non-Core Assets, Including Blockchain, for Another HK IPO Attempt, Reports Bloomberg
Following information from insiders cited by Bloomberg, Ant Group is contemplating a restructuring plan. To clear the way for its Initial Public Offering (IPO) in Hong Kong, this strategy intends to sell parts of its company that are unrelated to its core financial activities in China.
Japan’s Financial Services Agency Has Officially Chosen a New Commissioner, Himono
Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) confirmed its plans for hiring Ryozo Himono as the new commissioner of the financial watchdog group.
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin Proposes Signature Reduction
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin proposes reducing the number of signatures for validators in the PoS system to simplify the system, address technical issues, and enhance network security.
China's Antitrust Agency Urged By the PBOC to Probe Alipay and WeChat Pay
In a move similar to the US antitrust hearing, the People’s Bank of China has prompted the nations top antitrust body to probe Alipay and WeChat
Islamic Coin Launches Community Rewards on Haqq Network
Islamic Coin announces a Community Rewards program to appreciate and engage its community. The #ISLM Rewards, launched on October 11, 2023, comprises three waves targeting different engagement levels and community segments. The initiative aims at fostering a Shariah-compliant Web3 financial ecosystem, with the first distribution of rewards commencing on October 11, 2023. The program, however, excludes Dubai residents from participating.
Jun 03: Crypto is not for the faint-hearted
Welcome to the world of volatility. Crypto never sleeps. Bitcoin got whipsaw squeezing shorts to trade above $10,400 on Monday only to get smashed down to $9,300 with fresh longs capitulated (see chart below).
Is Ethereum's Move to PoS Really an Upgrade?
Proof-of-Work is a solution to the Byzantine Generals' Problem. Ethereum's move to PoS looks more like a downgrade into previous solutions that Satoshi Nakamoto tried to avoid.
All Nippon Airways Jumps into the NFT Space
According to simpleflying, Japan's largest airline group, All Nippon Airways (ANA) Group, has announced its venture into the Non-Fungible Token (NFT) market, following other airlines including airBaltic, Qantas, and Etihad Airways.
Pantera Capital: Crypto Market Turns Bullish Amid Regulatory Clarity
Pantera Capital predicts a bullish trend in the cryptocurrency market, highlighting Bitcoin's potential for DeFi expansion, technological advancements, and regulatory favorableness, following the anticipated Bitcoin halving event.
Ant Group Chairman Eric Jing: Blockchain Will be the New Standard of the Future Financial Infrastructure
Recently, Ant Group Chairman Eric Jing spoke about the future of financial infrastructure, and that blockchain will become a new standard.
Alibaba Founder and China's Richest Man Jack Ma: Digital Currency Could Redefine Money
Alibaba founder and China's richest Jack Ma says digital currency could redefine money and digital currency is the core of future finance.
CNBC's Jim Cramer Changes Mind, Finally Buying Bitcoin
After predicting that Bitcoin would be annihilated, CNBC's ‘Mad Money’s host Jim Cramer is finally buying Bitcoin.
Fantom Collaborates With Dedaub To Automatically Detect Smart Contract Bugs With Watchdog
Scalable layer 1 platform Fantom announced its collaboration with Dedaub to leverage its automated system called Watchdog to look for smart contract bugs in the Fantom ecosystem.
Florida Warns Residents About the Rise of Auto Warranty Scammers Asking Crypto Payments
Consumers lose billions worth of US dollars to fraudulent calls every year, and auto-warranty calls are the biggest source of grief. Florida government warns consumers about scam "auto warranty" robocalls.
Banks Embrace Tech to Navigate Economic and Cyber Challenges, ISG Highlights
Global banking and financial services (BFS) firms are increasingly leveraging technology to improve customer experience and navigate the tumultuous landscape, according to a report by Information Services Group. The ISG TechXchange event in Paris will explore how BFS institutions can use data, automation, and AI to differentiate themselves in a saturated market. The event will feature prominent BFS leaders discussing the future of banking, emerging tech platforms, and the potential of the metaverse.
New Bitcoin Lightning Network Vulnerability Exposed: The Replacement Cycling Attack
A new vulnerability termed as "replacement cycling attack" on the Lightning Network has been unveiled by a developer known as mononaut. The attack manipulates the transaction mechanism of the network, potentially causing financial loss to users. This revelation has led to the resignation of security researcher Antoine Riard from the Lightning Network development team. Despite the challenges, the network's locked-in value stands at $159.5 million, indicating its growing popularity since 2018.
Bitcoin Miner CleanSpark Acquires 36 MW Facility, 3,400 Antminers for $25M
CleanSpark made the acquisitions to expand its operating presence while maintaining cost-effective production rates.
Bitcoin Price Model Suggests BTC to Reach $200,000 by the End of 2021 Despite Recent Dump
However, upon attempting to reach $20,000 again, Bitcoin was rejected and has plunged below $19,000, and is currently trading at $18,581.
dYdX Chain Audit Reveals Zero Critical Issues, Confirms Informal Systems
dYdX, a leading decentralized exchange platform, has cleared a comprehensive security audit by Informal Systems. The news was shared on the official dYdX Twitter account and reposted by founder Antonio, reinforcing the platform's commitment to user security and fund safety.
IT Firm Globant Purchases Bitcoin for $500K as the Latest Institutional Investor in BTC market
Globant becomes the latest major company to invest a total of $500,000 in Bitcoin in the first quarter of 2021.
Ackman Urges US Government to Guarantee SVB Deposits
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman has warned the US government that failing to guarantee all deposits held by Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) within 48 hours could result in the destruction of several financial institutions. Ackman argued that a "giant sucking sound" would be heard from the withdrawal of substantially all uninsured deposits from all banks, which would lead to a drain on liquidity from community, regional, and other banks.
Ecommerce Giant JD.com Accepts China’s Digital Yuan as Payments on Singles Day Shopping Fest
Top ecommerce JD.com accepted China’s digital currency payments during its 11-day Singles Day sales event.
IBM Opens Quantum Computation Center in New York
On September 18th, IBM announced the opening of the IBM Quantum Computation Center in New York State which will house the world's largest fleet of quantum computing systems for commercial and research activity that exist outside of an experimental lab environment.
Bitcoin Hits Two-Week High But Traders Are Not Convinced of The Hype
Despite Bitcoin rebounding above $58.4K, traders are not buying into the hype, according to on-chain metrics provider Santiment.
US Court Orders Binance and Changpeng Zhao to Pay $2.7 Billion in Settlement with CFTC
A US court has imposed a $2.7 billion fine on Binance and a $150 million fine on Changpeng Zhao for violating the Commodity Exchange Act and CFTC regulations.
John McAfee Could be Still Alive, Ex-Girlfriend's Assertion Discloses in Netflix Documentary
A new revelation is now being made as McAfee’s ex-girlfriend, Samantha Herrera, disclosed that the Anti-Virus pioneer faked his own death, is still alive, and currently lives in Texas.
Senate Banking Committee Democrats caution SoFi about deadlines
After purchasing Gold Pacific Bancorp, SoFi was awarded the status of bank holding company. Customers of SoFi's national bank may invest a portion of their direct deposits in digital assets without incurring fees. In investor protection documents, SoFi characterized one of the currencies it provides as "a crypto pump-and-dump" The writers seek an answer to these matters by December 8.
Anthropic Lands $450 Million Investment to Develop Reliable AI Products and Advance AI Safety
Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovator Anthropic announced today a landmark $450 million Series C funding round, securing significant investment to enhance its reliable AI products.
French Hill Challenges Warren's Anti-Money Laundering Act
U.S. Representative French Hill questions the efficacy of Senator Elizabeth Warren's Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act, arguing it won't deter terrorist organizations from using cryptocurrencies. The act's broad regulatory scope, including miners and validators, sparks controversy.
Taiwan Musician Jay Chou Enters the Metaverse NFT Market, Earning Nearly $10M
Taiwanese pop singer and musician Jay Chou has ventured into the meta-universe, earning nearly $10 million.
dYdX Transitions to Public Benefit Corporation
dYdX Trading Inc. has updated its charter to become a Public Benefit Corporation on 17 October 2023, as announced by its founder, Antonio. This move aims at aligning the company more closely with the web3 community, promoting global economic and technological advancement through open-source and decentralized crypto asset exchanges. This transition, a first of its kind in the DeFi sector, enables dYdX to balance shareholder value with public benefit.
Global UAE Bank Building Blockchain Architecture for Federated and Sovereign Digital Identity
A global UAE bank is creating a federated and sovereign blockchain architecture for digital identity via HashCash Consultants, to propel its financial and banking operations and prepare for the future of finance.
What is Wordtune? Exploring the AI-Powered Writing Assistant
Wordtune, an AI-powered writing tool, offers real-time phrasing and sentence construction suggestions, enhancing human writing while allowing writers to maintain control over content.
Binance Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Support for Hamas in Israel Attack
Three families of victims from the Hamas attack on Israel have filed a lawsuit against Binance, its former CEO Changpeng Zhao, Iran, and Syria, alleging their support for terrorism. The suit claims these parties provided substantial assistance to Hamas, spotlighting the challenges of regulating cryptocurrency in combating terrorism financing.
Crypto Venture Capitalist Breaks Down Potential Winners and Losers from Ethereum Merge
Ethereum’s long-awaited transition from Proof-of-Work to Proof-of-Stake, namely the Merge, is approaching. Crypto experts have continued to talk about the impacts associated with such upgrades.
DeSantis Proposes Flat Tax and IRS Elimination, Sparks Trump Rivalry in 2024 Race
In the 2024 presidential campaign, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis advocates for a flat tax system and the elimination of the IRS, a move that has ignited a political battle with Donald Trump, highlighting internal Republican party dynamics and differing tax policy visions
Phantom Wallet CEO Ensures User Privacy Amidst Quests Feature Concerns
CEO Brandon Millman of Phantom wallet reaffirms the company's commitment to user privacy and addresses concerns over the Quests feature and data handling practices.
Mantle Core Proposes $200M Fund for Web3 Startups
Mantle Core has submitted a proposal to create a $200 million fund for early-stage Web3 startups, aiming to boost adoption of its Ethereum layer-2 network, Mantle, among developers and Dapps. BitDAO's treasury would provide $100 million in USD Coin, while another $100 million would come from external matching capital from strategic venture partners. The Mantle EcoFund and venture partners will participate in projects with a 1:1 co-investment ratio, targeting Web3 startups raising pre-seed, seed, and series A rounds.
Santander Bank to Offer Loans Backed by Tokenised Crop Products
The Argentinian offshoot of Spanish multinational financial services company, Banco Santander, is on track to start offering a loan product to farmers with tokenized agricultural-based products.
Ethereum’s Top 10 Whale Addresses are Holding a Total of 16.86 Million ETH as Sentiment for Ether Remains Bullish
New data by Santiment reveals that crypto whales see the current pullback as the perfect storm needed to accumulate more ETH tokens.
Bitcoin Whale Addresses Continue to Grow, as Smaller BTC Holders Sell at $23K for Profit
Crypto on-chain analytics firm recently noted that the number of Bitcoin holders with more than 1,000 BTC has continued to grow, almost reaching a new all-time high.
KuCoin and Founders Charged with Bank Secrecy Act and Money Transmission Offenses
KuCoin, along with its founders Chun Gan and Ke Tang, has been charged with violating the Bank Secrecy Act and operating an unlicensed money transmission business, allegedly allowing its platform to be used for money laundering and terrorist financing.
South Korean Court Denies Arrest Warrant for Terraform Labs Co-Founder
A South Korean court denied a request for an arrest warrant for Terraform Labs co-founder, Shin Hyun-Seong, citing unconfirmed allegations and the unlikelihood of Shin being a flight risk. Shin currently faces multiple fraud charges and is accused of hiding risks associated with investing in Terraform Labs' in-house tokens. The recent arrest of Terraform Labs' other co-founder, Do Kwon, has led to extradition requests from both the United States and South Korea.
Scammers adapt to survive during crypto winter
While crypto scam revenue dropped by 46%, scammers adapted and shifted their strategies to prey on people's emotions, with romance and giveaway scams on the rise.
Caitlin Long's Avanti Becomes the Second Crypto Bank in the US, Open for Commercial Clients in Early 2021
The Avanti Financial Group has recently become the second cryptocurrency company to get a banking license in the United States.
Santander Blocks Payments by UK Account Holders to Binance
Spanish banking giant Santander follows Barclays to ban payments from UK customers to Binance cryptocurrency exchange.
NFTs Get Security Boost with New Warranty Service
Wert and Avata have launched a new nonfungible token (NFT) warranty service, providing coverage for up to 90% of the value of compromised digital assets in a smart contract hack. The service will be available on 80 digital asset marketplaces and will be charged at 6% of the asset cost at checkout. The offering aims to encourage mass adoption of NFTs by reducing risk for both active and prospective collectors.
Coinbase Becomes First Custodian to Pass Two Major Security Evaluations
Coinbase Custody has become the first cryptocurrency custodian to obtain bot SOC 1 Type 2 and SOC 2 Type 2 evaluations.
Bithumb Designates SANTOS, PORTO, and LAZIO Tokens as Investment Warning Assets
Bithumb has announced new Investment Warning designations for SANTOS, PORTO, and LAZIO tokens due to low liquidity and manipulation risks.
Bitcoin on Exchanges Experience a Sharp 50-Day Drop, Suggesting Diminishing Sell-Side Pressure
Bitcoin on crypto exchanges has plunged to a 50-day low, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.
BigCommerce Partners with BitPay & Coinpayments to Enable Crypto Payments for Merchants
Amidst a rise in global demand for alternative payment solutions, BigCommerce provides merchants of all kinds with a scalable solution to accept crypto payments.
Square Enix to Launch Final Fantasy VII NFT Collection
Final Fantasy game creator Square Enix has announced plans to launch a non-fungible token (NFT) project related to the game franchise.
What is OpenGPT and How It Differs from ChatGPT?
OpenGPT is an open-source project by LangChain AI, offering a community-driven alternative to OpenAI's GPT models, democratizing access to advanced language models, and addressing sustainability, community management, and competition with proprietary models.
MetaMask Developer ConsenSys Responds to European Banking Authority's Consultation on Anti-Money Laundering Measures
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has closed its public consultation on revising guidelines for money laundering and terrorist financing risk factors, extending the scope to include crypto-asset service providers (CASPs). ConsenSys, MetaMask's development lead, defended the EBA's approach, stating self-hosted wallets should not be considered a risk factor and praised the EBA's recognition of blockchain analytics' role in risk mitigation.
WEF Report Warns of AI and Quantum Computing Risks
The WEF 2024 report warns of the negative impacts of AI and the risks of quantum computing, including misinformation, labor market disruptions, security concerns, and ethical issues in healthcare and geopolitics. The report calls for increased regulation and public awareness of AI.
OpenAI's ChatGPT Under GDPR Investigation in Italy: Facing 30-Day Defense Deadline
Italian Data Protection Authority, Garante, has raised concerns over potential GDPR violations by OpenAI's ChatGPT, requiring OpenAI to defend its processing of personal data for 30 days.
Orbs and Fantom Integrate to Push the Boundaries of Web3
The bridge between the major blockchain networks has set its sights on one of the new contenders to join the race for Web3, Fantom
Crypto Donations to Exceed $10 Billion in a Decade
The Giving Block's annual report predicts that crypto donations will surpass $10 billion by November 2032, with USD Coin being the most popular cryptocurrency used in donations. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin holds the record for the largest crypto donation of the year, giving $9.4 million through his philanthropic fund.
Yearn Finance Founder Andre Cronje Allegedly to Stop Contributing to DeFi
Andre Cronje, the renowned blockchain developer who came to the limelight with the establishment of Yearn.Finance is allegedly going to stop contributing to Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and cryptocurrencies in general.
Coinbase CEO Criticizes Anti-Crypto Stance of American Politicians
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong warns that anti-crypto politicians may face strategic disadvantages in 2024 elections due to growing crypto adoption and the proposed Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act's impact.
BAYC Owner Scammed for NFTs Worth $567K with Fake PNGs
A Bored Yacht Club (BAYC) NFT owner was scammed for at least $570,000 after the victim was tricked into exchanging their NFTs for worthless PNGs.
Construction Giant XCMG Chooses Conflux for NFTs and Future Global Blockchain Applications
XCMG Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (000425.SZ), the world's third largest construction machinery manufacturers, announced a partnership with Conflux, a leading public blockchain network, and Zen Spark Technology Pte Ltd, a Singapore-based blockchain and fintech company. The partnership aims to leverage blockchain and Web3 technologies to explore more international use cases.
Co-Founder of AirBit Club Sentenced to 12 Years for Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme
Pablo Renato Rodriguez, co-founder of AirBit Club, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for orchestrating a global cryptocurrency pyramid scheme. Co-defendants await sentencing, and the group has been ordered to forfeit approximately $100 million in assets.
Marathon Digital Buys 78,000 Antminer S19 XP Bitcoin Miners Worth Almost $900M
Marathon Digital Holdings announced that it ordered 78,000 Antminer S19 XP bitcoin mining machines worth $879.06 million from Bitmain.
Hodling Bitcoin is the Trend Once Again, according to Santiment
New data by on-chain data provider Santiment reveals that dormant Bitcoin has been on the rise as the BTC hodling culture comes back into play.
ChatGPT Poised to Challenge Google Assistant on Android Devices
OpenAI's ChatGPT may soon challenge Google Assistant's role as the default voice assistant on Android, signaling a significant shift in the digital assistant sector and underscoring AI's growing impact in technology.
Nature: Why AI Meeting Quantum Computing Is a Scientific Revolution
According to Nature, the integration of AI and quantum computing, particularly in quantum machine learning, is an emerging field that offers potential for groundbreaking advancements but faces significant challenges and skepticism.
Bitcoin Slips to $35.7K as Daily Active Addresses Hit a 5-Month High
Bitcoin (BTC) entered the weekend in the red after dropping to the $35.7K level based on a high number of daily active addresses, according to market insight provider Santiment.
May 25: Negative Rates Eating the World (but not Crypto)
Like Chinese ADRs in the US, it's a sea of red for crypto with Bitcoin down more than 5% in the past 48 hours as it fails to hold above 9k & 8.8k where stops got triggered. No news or catalyst but the lack of bulls to follow through was evident through the volume, and perhaps over this long weekend that the usual buyers haven't been able to pile onto their longs.
Fantom Price Surges 20% amid Andre Cronje's Unexpected Comeback
Andre Cronje is rumoured to have come back to work at Fantom blockchain network. Fantom prices reacted positively and are now up.
DeFi Projects Continue to Generate Huge Returns as a Decoupling from Bitcoin is Observed
DeFi projects continue to be lucrative, as their market cap has ballooned to $19.7B (+135% in the past month), according to on-chain data provider Santiment.
CleanSpark Buys 20000 New Bitcoin Miners to Boost
CleanSpark bought 20,000 Antminer S19j Pro+ devices for $32.3 million to increase its mining capacity.
EU Proposes Cap on Anonymous Crypto Transfers
The European Union is proposing a 1,000 euro cap on anonymous crypto transfers to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. The limit would apply to transfers when a customer cannot be identified, and the proposal also caps cash transactions at 7,000 euros. The Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism package is expected to be confirmed in April.
Gate Pay and CityPay.io Partner to Bring Cryptocurrency Payments to Georgia
Gate Pay has partnered with CityPay.io to offer cryptocurrency payment alternatives to over 600 merchants in Georgia, including restaurant chain Wendy’s. The collaboration aims to bridge the gap between Web3 and people’s daily lives.
Binance Responds to U.S. Senators Letter, Excludes Financial Data
Binance has responded to a letter from U.S. Senators sent earlier this month requesting information about the crypto exchange’s operations in the country, including its balance sheet. Despite omitting financial data from the letter, Binance reportedly sent the information to U.S. regulators. In the 14-page document, Binance's chief strategy officer, Patrick Hillman, addressed the exchange's compliance history and recognized previous mistakes while claiming the firm has built solid Know Your Customer and Anti-Money Laundering policies in recent years. However, the response failed to address the senators’ concerns about Binance’s lack of transparency.
Best Before: 26 June 2020
What's going to be interesting is BTC options expiry as close to $1bn of open interest (or more than 100k BTC options) will set to expire today. Some have asked if we are gonna see any impact, I actually see little as most of the OI are skewed towards 10k and beyond, so I see little gamma action into the close as these calls are likely to expire worthless.
Iran Joins BRICS to Reduce Reliance on Western Economic Systems
Iran joins BRICS, aiming to mitigate US sanctions and challenge Western economic dominance, amidst mixed reactions and uncertain benefits.
Ukraine Ranks Second of Crypto Adopters following Legalization: Report
Eastern European nation Ukraine has been ranked as the second nation with the overall adoption of digital currencies, following only the US in a recent survey report released by Merchant Machine.
Alibaba’s Plan to Digitize the Services Industry to Rival Tencent Involves Blockchain
Alibaba subsidiary Ant Group CEO Simon Hu is accelerating Alipay’s progression into an online mall for commerce, food, travel services to rival Tencent Holdings Ltd.
Despite Current Turmoil, Crypto will Rise Again Based on its Own Model - Pantera CEO
Dan Morehead CEO of Pantera Capital has shared his view on the current state of the blockchain economy in a recent interview with Real Vision’s Co-founder & CEO Raoul Paul
Richard Teng Signals Unchanged Core Values at Binance Amid Leadership Transition
Richard Teng, Binance's new CEO, prioritizes user protection and appeal amid leadership changes following Changpeng Zhao's resignation and $4.3 billion legal settlement for anti-money laundering violations.
Three Top JPMorgan Executives Jump Ship to Crypto Startups
Three executives left JPMorgan for joining crypto startups, believing the industry would have a promising development.
Solana's Wallet Phantom has Secured a $109M Series B Investment Led by Paradigm
Solana’s wallet Phantom has secured a $109 million Series B investment led by cryptocurrency firm Paradigm.
Binance Launches Joint Anti-Scam Campaign
Binance has launched a "Joint Anti-Scam Campaign" in Hong Kong in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies. The initiative involves issuing targeted alerts to potential victims of scams to prevent them from falling victim to fraudulent activity. Binance intends to expand the campaign to other jurisdictions.
Anthony ‘Pomp’ Pompliano Gives Investment Advice as Bitcoin to Break $12K
Bitcoin is nearing the $12K mark, but experts are saying that the level may not be beneficial if market bulls fail to turn it into support.
Russia Begins CBDC Settlement Mechanism While Sanctions Continue
A central bank digital currency will be used to establish a cross-border settlement mechanism by Russia's central bank (CBDC). The plans are anticipated in 2023's first quarter. By2024, the Bank of Russia planned to launch its digital currency.
China Revamps AML Law, Targets Crypto Crimes
China is set to implement significant revisions to its Anti-Money Laundering Law by 2025, marking the first major overhaul since 2007. The amendments focus on including cryptocurrency transactions to combat rising crypto-related money laundering crimes.
Apex Legends AI Art Controversy in FF7 Rebirth Event Raises Industry Concerns
Apex Legends faces backlash for alleged use of AI-generated art in its Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth event, sparking discussions about AI's role in the gaming industry
dYdX Founder Foresees 100x Growth in DeFi Derivatives
Antonio Juliano, founder of dYdX, predicts DeFi derivatives will grow 100x in the next few years, accounting for 2% of crypto derivative volume. This optimistic projection highlights the potential for investors and traders.
Bitcoin Miners Offload Holdings While Bullish Momentum Could Persist
Bitcoin miners liquidate holdings amid bullish market, balancing gains, halving cycle, and operational costs. Market resilience since February 2024, highlighting delicate balance between miners' selling strategies and ETF investments.
Bitmain Business Booming Despite Public Feud Between Co-Founders Jihan Wu and Micree Ketuan Zhan
Bitcoin mining giant Bitmain, continues to grow despite the public feud of its co-founders Jihan Wu and MicreeKetuan Zhan dominating the news over the last year.
Pantera Capital CEO Dan Morehead Predicts Bitcoin Price Rebound Despite Slow Economic Recovery
In an investor letter, Dan Morehead Pantera Capital CEO explained why the current market environment could be a boom for Bitcoin as investors seek new opportunities.
Bitcoin Buying Power Remains Strong as BTC Holds Strong Support Despite Slight Retracement
BitMEX’s perpetual contract funding rates has returned to a neutral territory after longs were paying shorts significantly.
Shopify Adds Another Option for Merchants to Accept Payments in Over 1,000 Cryptocurrencies
Shopify adds more than 1,000 cryptocurrencies for its merchants to accept as payment through a new partnership with CoinPayments.
Bitcoin Price Needs to Stay Above This Support Level in Order to Hit a New All-Time High as Whales Decline
Cryptocurrency analytics firm Santiment noted that the number of Bitcoin wallets with different amounts of holdings have seen a change this month.
Canada-Based Tahini's Restaurants Trades Entire Cash Reserves For Bitcoin
Tahinis Restaurants announced that it would be converting all of its cash reserves into Bitcoin.
Fantom Foundation Retorts Andre Cronje's Publicized Exit from Crypto
The Fantom Foundation has issued a statement to address what it termed as “factual inaccuracies” from Rekt, with respect to the exit of superstar developers, Andre Cronje and Anton Nell from the decentralized finance and crypto ecosystem as a whole.
a16z Leads Blackbird's $24M Series A Funding to Elevate Dining Experiences Through Web3
a16z leads Blackbird’s $24M Series A funding round to foster a web3-enabled platform aimed at revolutionizing dining experiences and financial prospects for restaurants. Announced on October 4, 2023, this investment marks a significant stride towards intertwining blockchain technology with the gastronomic sector, heralding an enriched era of dining engagements.
Google Fires Hundreds of Workers in Voice Assistant and Hardware Teams
Google recently laid off hundreds of employees from its Voice Assistant and hardware teams. The layoffs are part of the company's cost-cutting measures and strategic restructuring amidst the rising competition from companies like Microsoft and OpenAI.
Ethereum Foundation Rebrands ETH 2.0 to Consensus Layer, Breaking Broken Mental Model to Users
With the evolution of the Ethereum roadmap, ETH 2.0 has emerged as an inaccurate representation, and this has necessitated its rebranding so that a broader audience can comprehend its content.
Sui Foundation Allocates Over $1M to 17 Emerging Projects
The Sui Foundation has earmarked over $1.05 million for 17 new projects aimed at bolstering the development and adoption of Sui. This initiative encompasses a wide range of sectors within the Sui ecosystem, including DeFi, gaming, and on-chain solutions, showcasing the foundation's dedication to fostering innovation and expanding the decentralized platform.
Two Ex-Robinhood Employees Launch New Remittance Service Atlantic Money
High remittance fees charged by the existing fintech ‘challenger’ platforms are some of the issues that prompted Atlantic Money to launch its money transfer service. The platform promises to facilitate cheaper and more efficient remittances.
Anthony Scaramucci Suspends Redemptions of Legion Strategies Fund
Anthony Scaramucci, the founder of hedge fund SkyBridge, is suspending redemptions of his Legion Strategies fund due to operational difficulties for private companies caused by the sharp fall in the cryptocurrency market, according to Bloomberg.
Jihan Wu Regains Control Of China Bitcoin Miner Making Giant Bitmain
Jihan Wu has regained his status as legal representative and executive director of Bitmain stripping Micree Zhan of broad controlling powers.
Bitcoin Scarcity and PayPal Crypto Inclusion Send BTC Prices Higher, Says Pantera Capital
The shortage of Bitcoin supply is the cause of the recent price surge, and PayPal’s entry into the crypto space is having a huge impact on the BTC price.
Aleph Zero Launches $50 Million Ecosystem Funding Program
Aleph Zero, a layer-1 privacy-enhancing blockchain, has launched a $50 million Ecosystem Funding Program to support developers in building on its platform and advancing blockchain adoption globally. The program offers grants, incubation, and acceleration, with successful applicants receiving up to $500,000 per project in grant funding, as well as access to a venture capital pool, infrastructure credits, and security design consultations. The program has already produced a range of successful projects during its pilot phase.
Bitcoin Rallies Back to $50,000 on Backing from Ark Investment CEO
Bitcoin (BTC) surged to $50,000 after nosediving to lows of $45,000. Cathie Wood, the CEO of Ark Investment Management, trusts that this correction is healthy for the market.
Holding Gold While it Depreciates is "Insanity" says Anthony Pompliano
Bitcoin investor Anthony Pompliano believes that holding Gold while its value or price is contracting is not a wise move for investors, highlighting Bitcoin's superiority.
When China Yuan Sneezes, Bitcoin Wears a Mask
My thesis continues to be that larger accounts (i.e. whales who own > 1000 BTC) have started to liquidate (which I shared yesterday that this number have continued to decline for the past two weeks), and potentially chase/re-allocate into equities.
Crypto Recruitment Firm Inflection Points Raises $12.6m in Funding Round
Inflection Points, which was co-founded by long-time Bitcoin bull Anthony Pompliano, has raised $12.6 million to expand its crypto recruitment platform.
Here's How the Stock Market and the Bitcoin Price Responded as US President Donald Trump Has COVID
United States President Donald J Trump, and First Lady Melania Trump have both tested positive for COVID-19 stirring different reactions in the stock market.
Bitcoin Bulls Buy the Dip as Analytic Firm says BTC Price Recovery is Optimistic
Bitcoin’s price has recently corrected after weeks of making straight gains, what's next for BTC?
Crypto Escrow Company Promises Bitcoin, Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Client Over $3 Million
Jon Barry Thompson, the executive of Volantis Market Making cryptocurrency escrow company, has pleaded guilty in a crypto escrow scam worth $3.25 million.
TradeSanta Review: Automated Crypto Arbitrage Trading Tools
TradeSanta is a cloud cryptocurrency trading software that can be connected to your exchange of choice to automate and execute your trading strategies.
Bitcoin’s Circulation Hits a 2-Month High, Suggesting Price Could Follow Suit
On-chain metrics provider Santiment believes that Bitcoin’s price could witness a surge given that its circulation reached levels last seen in July.
Pantera Capital Plans to Raise $1 Billion for New Fund Offering Exposure to Crypto Assets
Pantera Capital is set to launch Pantera Fund V, a comprehensive fund aiming to raise over $1 billion, offering exposure to various blockchain-based assets.
Christmas Market Could See Santa Rally Drive Ethereum, XRP Prices Higher and Bitcoin to $20K
The Bitcoin price gained 160% since the start of 2020, triggering triple-digit increases in cryptos like Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple’s XRP, but here comes the Santa Rally
Anthropic's Updated Terms of Service: Enhanced Copyright Protection for AI Outputs
Anthropic revises commercial terms of service to provide enhanced copyright protection for Claude API users, addressing ongoing legal challenges in the AI industry.
Fantom Foundation Wallets Compromised in Suspected Chrome Exploit
Fantom Foundation's wallets were reportedly compromised with a suspected Google Chrome zero-day exploit. While the breach resulted in a loss of $550K from the Foundation's funds, over 99% of their assets remain secure. The attacker demonstrated expertise in the DeFi ecosystem, with total gains estimated at $6.7 million.
Big Banks' Involvement in Drafting the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act Raises Concerns
The Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act, backed by big banks and introduced by Senators Marshall and Warren, aims to regulate crypto under strict banking laws.
Vitalik Buterin: Supporting Decentralized Staking through Anti-Correlation Incentives
Vitalik proposes anti-correlation incentives to promote decentralization in staking protocols, penalizing misbehaving actors and implementing them in various scenarios, backed by empirical data.
CBDC Surveillance Concerns Spark Legislative Action
Congressman Tom Emmer's CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act aims to address surveillance risks in government-issued digital currencies, emphasizing privacy and autonomy in the evolving digital financial landscape.
Ethereum’s Crowd Sentiment Hits a Two-Month High as ETH 2.0 Surpasses 200,000 Validators
Ethereum recently jumped above the $2,400 level, triggering crowd sentiment on Twitter to hit a two-month high, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.
Venture Capital Firms Reportedly Cashed Out in advance before LUNA Crash
The collapse of Terra Classic (LUNC) - the name of the old Terra chain and token - may come as a shock to many, but quite a number of venture capital firms or backers cashed out before the protocol was attacked.
HashCash Consultants to Streamline Drug Research and Clinical Trials with Blockchain
HashCash Consultants, a US-based blockchain development company, has set its eyes on revamping the complex process of clinical trials and drug research by availing blockchain solutions. It intends to realize this by forming a pharma consortium with pharmaceutical firms and other medical players.
Bitpay Now Supports Binance's Stablecoin For Global Payments
Binance and Bitpay have partnered to enable consumers and merchants to access Binance stablecoin.
Qtum Teams Up with Blockpass To Deliver On-Chain KYC
Qtum, the advanced blockchain platform and growing decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem, has just announced its partnership with the leading on-chain KYC provider Blockpass.
dYdX Initiates Token Migration Following Layer-1 Blockchain Inception
Antonio Juliano, dYdX founder, has flagged an upcoming large-scale migration of locked $DYDX tokens to the dYdX Chain following its recent launch. This migration, strictly abiding by legal agreements, marks a significant phase in dYdX's transition to a layer-1 blockchain, amplifying the utility of DYDX tokens for staking and governance purposes.
Google’s Quantum Technology Could Satiate Proof-of-Stake Detractors
Google’s newly achieved ‘Quantum Supremacy’ computing technology has been marked for some surprising applications in the cryptocurrency space. According to one researcher on the project, the technology could enhance the proof-of-stake (PoS) algorithm.
Bitmain Launches Cheaper Mining Machines After Bitcoin Halving and Losing Market Share to MicroBT
Bitmain has launched a cheaper version of a Bitcoin mining machine, Antminer T19, compared to its more pricy predecessor Antminer S19. Bitmain has been losing its market share to its rival, MicroBT, which launched its M30S++ Bitcoin miner in April this year. The Antminer T19 has a hashrate/ mining power of 84 terahash per second (TH/s), and power efficiency of 37.5 joules per terahash (J/TH). The price of this new mining machine is around $1750, while the S19 costs around $1785.
Santa Cruz Adopts Blockchain for Govt Services
Santa Cruz County in California is set to launch a pilot program using a blockchain-powered digital wallet for government services, including bicycle registration and RV parking registration. The program, powered by HUMBL, will launch in July 2023 and run a three-stage pilot program. The county aims to provide a formal report and rollout plan for the digital wallet by September 2023.
U.S. Prosecutors Aim to Sideline Asset Recovery Talks in Bankman-Fried Trial
U.S. prosecutors in Samuel Bankman-Fried’s trial have urged the court to disallow any arguments concerning the recovery of misappropriated FTX customer assets invested in AI startup Anthropic. This development arises as Bankman-Fried's investment could now be of higher value, potentially affecting the recovery prospects for FTX customers amidst the ongoing bankruptcy process.
Bitpanda-backed Pantos Launches Public Beta of Its Multichain Token System
Pantos, a multichain token system conceived by the team behind Bitpanda, announces the public beta launch of its multichain protocol today. Developers and users will be able to use the public beta to send tokens, wrap native coins of supported chains, and soon also create and deploy multichain tokens easily with a few clicks.
DFINITY Unveils $20 Million ICP Asia Alliance to Propel Web3 Adoption
DFINITY Foundation launches the ICP Asia Alliance and a $20 million fund on September 28, 2023, to accelerate Web3 and AI adoption in Asia. The alliance aspires to unite diverse stakeholders, foster innovation, and catalyze the growth of the Internet Computer blockchain across the region, underlined by the establishment of multiple ICP.Hubs and strategic partnerships.
CryptoQuant CEO: Bitcoin Could Face Correction As Institutional Investment Stalls
CEO of CryptoQuant Ki Young Ju has warned about a potential correction as on-chain data indicates institutional investment into BTC appears to have stalled.
Ripple’s Partner Santander Bank Won’t Use XRP for International Payments Due to Low Adoption
Santander Bank, a major European financial presence and one Ripple’s most prestigious partners is reportedly hesitating to add XRP to its international payments network - One Pay FX
BTC Leaps Over 12% to Six-week High, Analysts Predicts Individual Trades Could Influence on the Bitcoin Market
Bitcoin leaps over 12% to a six-week high on Monday morning in the Hong Kong section, rebounding to $38,643.13 in the past 24 hours. Prior to the latest surge, on-chain metrics provider Santiment believes that individual trades will significantly impact the BTC market based on low daily trading volume.
Block.one to Provide over US$1.5 million in Grants to Promising Businesses Built on EOSIO
EOS VC is now accepting applications for its Grants Program. The venture capital arm of Block.one is aiming to empower developers to turn their visions for the EOSIO network into innovative realities.
TrueUSD's TUSD Circulating Supply Surpasses $3 Billion Despite Prime Trust's Challenges
In June 2023, TrueUSD (TUSD) experienced significant growth and adoption across multiple blockchain ecosystems. With the circulating supply reaching 3,059,838,623 TUSD, backed by dollar reserves of over $3 billion, the stablecoin is gaining more recognition in the crypto markets.
Catheon Gaming Named Top Blockchain Firm in APAC Region
Catheon Gaming has been ranked No.1 in blockchain service company in Asia, according to the latest report by KPMG & HSBC’s joint report.
Mantle (MNT) Network Launches Mainnet v2 Tectonic
Mantle Network has completed its Mainnet v2 Tectonic upgrade, delivering low gas fees and enhanced EVM interoperability.
Circle Formally Refutes Allegations of Illicit Financing and Connections to Justin Sun
Circle denies CfA's allegations of illicit financing and Justin Sun ties, emphasizing regulatory compliance and advocating for stronger stablecoin laws, as clarified by Dante Disparte.
Breaking: Tech Giants Unite - OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, DeepMind, and Microsoft Launch Frontier Model Forum for Safer AI Development
Breaking: OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, DeepMind, and Microsoft co-found Frontier Model Forum, aiming to ensure safe, responsible development of future hyperscale AI models.
It’s the Age of the Micro Investor and this is Good for Bitcoin – SkyBridge Capital Founder Scaramucci
Anthony Scaramucci believes that it is the age of retail traders, as they have triggered bull runs in stocks like GameStop and this is positive for Bitcoin.
Fantom (FTM) Andre Cronje Raises Alarm Over Ethena's USDe Stablecoin Risks
Fantom founder Andre Cronje voices apprehension about USDe stablecoin's sustainability, invoking fears of a Terra-like collapse.
Debunking Overblown Claims on Crypto and Terrorism Financing
Chainalysis debunks inflated claims on cryptocurrency's role in terrorism financing, emphasizing the predominant use of traditional fiat-based channels by terrorist groups. The analysis highlights the challenges and common misconceptions in tracing terrorist fund flows on the blockchain, particularly concerning service provider identification.