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Market Slips Into a Bear Motion, Fate in The Merge of ETH Might Reboot Positive Sentiment
The expectation of embracing upcoming upgrades of Ethereum will also spread out to other altcoins even though the coin’s successes will be a way of demarketing the offerings of the so-called “Ethereum Killers”.
Kraken Amplifies European Footprint with BCM Acquisition
US-based cryptocurrency exchange, Kraken, has announced its plan to acquire Dutch crypto broker BCM as part of its European expansion strategy. This move aligns with the new MiCA regulatory framework, promoting a favorable investment climate in the region. The acquisition will enhance Kraken's service offerings and market position in the Netherlands.
Bakkt's Strategic Expansion Leads to Significant Revenue Growth Amid Crypto Market Recovery
Bakkt Holdings forecasts a substantial revenue increase and a 70% decline in operating cash flow usage for FY 2024, following a robust year of strategic advancements.
Paxful Crypto Peer-to-Peer Marketplace Expands Beyond Bitcoin with Tether USDT Stablecoin
Paxful, the leading peer-to-peer Bitcoin trading platform, announced that it will be adding stablecoin Tether to its crypto payment options.
Has the DeFi Bubble Burst? Top DeFi Tokens Crash by 50%
The decentralized finance (DeFi) industry appears to be crashing, with DeFi tokens plummeting and dropping by 50% and more over the past seven days.
Winklevoss Sees US Stimulus Negotiation Fail as a “Wakeup Call And an Endorsement of Bitcoin”
Bitcoin billionaire Cameron Winklevoss thinks that this is the perfect opportunity to invest in Bitcoin, as the dollar keep depreciating and US politicians are unable to reach a consensus on a stimulus package budget.
Uniswap (UNI) Momentum Fades, Chainlink (LINK) Faces Correction as Selling Pressure Takes Over
The UNI token reached its all-time high of $8.50 before shortly facing a correction, which led to the cryptocurrency’s price plunge to $3.93, as of press time.
Coinbase Crypto Exchange to Launch Bitcoin-Backed Loans to US Clients
Coinbase announced yesterday that it was going to offer Bitcoin-backed loans to their US customers, set to be in effect for fall of this year.
Vitalik Buterin's Insightful Financial Advice for a Prudent Portfolio
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin advises on prudent financial strategies, emphasizing diversification, savings for financial safety, a conservative portfolio, and caution against over-leveraging, blending traditional and modern investment insights.
Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Shares Insights on Possible ETH Price Drop Post-Merge
The run-up to the Merge event of the Ethereum protocol saw a number of anticipation from members of the Ethereum community and broader crypto investors on how the coin’s price will be influenced positively
CoinGecko: 2024 Q1 Strong Crypto Industry Growth Propels Market Cap to $2.9 Trillion
CoinGecko's recently released 2024 Q1 Crypto Industry Report reveals significant growth in the cryptocurrency market, with the total market cap reaching $2.9 trillion. The report covers various aspects, including the performance of Bitcoin and Ethereum, the rise of decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible token (NFT) ecosystems, and the performance of centralized and decentralized exchanges.
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.
Ethereum Dominates Bitcoin on CEX.IO Crypto Exchange
Chief Technology Officer of CEX crypto exchange has reported that Ethereum (ETH) on its platform has spiked up in the past week, as opposed to Bitcoin.
Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson Addresses an Alleged ADA Scam in China
Scammers are capitalizing on the recent success of Cardano’s native altcoin, ADA, and using it for their own personal gain. For the first time in over a year, ADA has moved above $0.10, and has picked up by over 200 percent.
Bitcoin Whales and Large-Scale Institutions “All-In” on Bitcoin During COVID-19, Retail Investors Are More Cautious
Coronavirus has led many investors to turn to Bitcoin as a hedge, but the way in which individual and institutional investors leverage the digital asset differ.
Ethereum Miners Realized $756M in August Pending The Merge
Miners on the Ethereum blockchain have made the sum of $756 million while gearing up for The Merge that will take place later in this month
Nigerian Securities Commission to Release Official Guidelines on Crypto Regulations
The Nigeria Securities and Exchange Commission has announced a proposed crypto regulation guideline.
DWF Labs' Andrei Grachev Fires Back at GSR Cristian Gil
A Twitter feud between Andrei Grachev of DWF Labs and Cristian Gil of GSR.io has ignited discussions about the state of the crypto market and the role of market makers. The public disagreement has even led to a proposition for a "Crypto Fight Night," where the loser would have to leave the crypto markets.
Crypto Is Going to Make Many People Wealthy, says Market Analyst
Market analyst and trader Michael van de Poppe believes that crypto is going to make many people wealthy.
Babel Finance Halts Withdrawals as Crypto Market Plunges
Amid the current selloff, Babel Finance has become the latest to suspend withdrawals. The crypto lender said that its woes are triggered by the current difficult market conditions.
Bitcoin Most Popular Crypto in North America, Market Experts Report
Bitcoin has always been the most popular cryptocurrency on the global market, but the region that is most invested in BTC assets appears to be North America.
Hong Kong Investors Launch $100M Fund for Web3 Startups
ProDigital Future, a new $100 million fund led by Hong Kong-based equity firm SAIF Partners, aims to support early-stage Web3 companies in the regional market. The fund has already raised $30 million during its half-year fundraising period and plans to raise $100 million by the end of 2023. ProDigital Future has already invested in six digital-asset projects, including GigaSpace and One Future Football. The fund intends to operate in Hong Kong, Australia, Singapore, Europe, and the United States, while adhering to the necessary licensing and regulatory requirements.
Crypto Market Outflows Continue for 8th Week Amid Rising Rates and SEC Actions
The cryptocurrency market has recorded its eighth consecutive week of outflows, driven by ongoing monetary policy concerns and mounting regulatory pressures.
Ripple XRP Falls to Key Support Level Of Around $0.50
The crypto market is mostly up once again, with Bitcoin pushing above $18,500 and retesting $19,000. Ripple XRP has however on its end reversed its uptrend.
Banks increase risks to stablecoins
The death of the Terra ecosystem triggered a bear market in 2022, causing losses in billions, affecting investor sentiment, and intensifying the regulatory spotlight over cryptocurrencies. Recently, Circle's disclosure that Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) did not process its $3.3 billion withdrawal request led to the depegging of its USD Coin (USDC). This event caused Binance CEO CZ to believe that traditional banks are a risk to stablecoins that are usually pegged 1:1 with fiat currencies, like the U.S. dollar.
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.
Kraken Leaves Japan Again, Citing A Poor Crypto Market.
Kraken plans to leave Japan and deregister with the Financial Services Agency by January 31, 2023. Payward Asia Inc. runs Kraken's Japanese exchange. All impacted consumers may withdraw cash from the exchange before January 31.
The Unstoppable Growth of Crypto Market
Nothing has stopped the cryptocurrency market to continue growing in recent years.
3 Reasons Behind the Recent Crypto Market Crash—Why Bitcoin Price Dropped $600
The Bitcoin price started to plunge in coincidence with our report of the Korean police raiding Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb for fraud.
Bitcoin Could ‘Double in Price’ Under CFTC Regulation, Says Chairman Behnam
CFTC-led regulation has the potential to bring confidence and stability to the crypto market, according to Chairman Behnam.
Are Zcash (ZEC) and Horizen (ZEN) Immune To The Ongoing Price Corrections?
Despite the huge loss in the crypto market today, Zcash and Horizen have come away as the top price gainers for today
Chicago-Based Exchange Cboe to Work on Crypto Offerings as Demand Continues to Rise
Cboe Global Markets Inc., a Chicago-based exchange that provides trading and investment solutions, is ready to get back to the crypto space after previous failed attempts.
Animoca Brands refutes claims of scaling back metaverse fund target and plummeting valuation
Animoca Brands denied reports of scaling back its metaverse fund target by $200 million and a decrease in valuation from $6 billion to $2 billion. The firm acknowledged the impact of banking collapses but stressed that fundraising is still ongoing.
OpenSea Set to Launch 2.0 Version to Enhance NFT Experience
OpenSea is launching OpenSea 2.0, a revolutionary NFT marketplace upgrade, focusing on enhanced user experiences, improved trading access, advanced security measures, and simplified user onboarding.
75% Investors Joins Crypto Space due to GameFi, Survey Shows
Despite the recent market crash might discourage investors. A survey shows that 75% of investors join the crypto space due to GameFi.=
Mobius Capital Partners CEO Says Trying to Predict Bitcoin Price is "Loser's Game"
CEO of Mobius Capital Partners, Mark Mobius has become the latest Bitcoin critic to slam the unpredictable nature of BTC, comparing investment in cryptocurrency to gambling.
Crypto Is Entering the Early Stages of Mainstream Adoption, says Kraken CEO
Jesse Powell, the co-founder and CEO of crypto exchange Kraken, believes that the crypto sector is in its early stages of mainstream adoption.
Band Protocol (BAND) and Chainlink (LINK) DeFi Tokens Outperform Bitcoin by Gaining 100%
With the recent boom of the decentralized finance (DeFi) industry, DeFi tokens have undergone more than a 100% gain on the crypto market over the past few weeks, outperforming Bitcoin.
Galaxy Asset Management's AUM Exceeds $10 Billion Milestone
Galaxy Asset Management reaches a new pinnacle with over $10 billion in assets under management, reflecting robust institutional interest in digital assets.
SEC Requests $158 Million Boost to Rein in Crypto's "Wild West"
The SEC is requesting a $158 million budget increase for 2025 to expand oversight and tackle the dynamic risks within the burgeoning crypto market.
Market Sees Broad Price Slump as Bulls Refuse to Hold the Forte
Bitcoin, Ethereum and the majority of altcoins are shedding off their price gains in the past couple of days
Crypto Market Consolidation and Key Trends in Q2 2023
Q2 2023 saw a slight 0.14% increase in the crypto market, with Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) rising by 6.9% and 6.0% respectively.
OKX Launches AI Integration for Crypto Market Volatility
OKX has partnered with EndoTech.io to utilize AI algorithms for real-time analysis of data and trading opportunities, specifically to capture crypto market volatility. This new integration follows the recent announcement of OKX expanding its services to Australia while shutting down operations in Canada.
Just In: US PCE Price Index Rises, Exceeding Core Forecasts; Bitcoin and Crypto Markets Show Mixed Reactions
The U.S. PCE and Core PCE Price Index have both increased by 3.3% and 4.200004%, respectively, indicating persistent inflationary pressures. Cryptocurrency markets show moderate fluctuations, with meme coins showing resilience. Federal Reserve response will significantly impact economics.
"Buckle Up" For Bitcoin's Next Bull Run, Cameron Winklevoss Says
Gemini co-founder Cameron Winklevoss believes that the next Bitcoin bull run coming up will be "dramatically different,” due to the innovative financial resources that crypto investors have access to nowadays and to the current economic infrastructure.
Yearn Finance (YFI) DeFi Token Hits $38K, Smashing Bitcoin's Price Record with 3,500% Price Surge
Yearn.finance (YFI) surged to a new all-time high over the weekend, recording a market value north of $38,000 per token and beating Bitcoin’s record in 2017.
Coinbase Secures Major Payment Institution License from Singapore's Monetary Authority
Coinbase has obtained a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), marking a significant milestone in its expansion into the Asian market. The license will enable Coinbase to offer digital payment token services to both individual and institutional clients in Singapore. This move aligns with the company's strategy to tap into Singapore's growing crypto and Web3 ecosystem.
Binance Research Reveals Key Crypto Market Trends
Binance Research's latest report reveals a thriving crypto market in February 2024, with a 40% increase in total market capitalization, driven by spot BTC ETF inflows and strong DeFi and NFT performance.
Coronavirus Measures in China Delay Crypto Hardware for MicroBT and Bitmain Customers
The coronavirus is causing mass disruption throughout Asia and has now been declared a ‘global health emergency’ by the World Health Organisation. The Chinese government have taken drastic isolation measures and over 40 million people are effectively on lockdown. Two major crypto hardware manufacturers have been having difficulties servicing clients from their bases in China.
Crypto Market Resurgence: Two Altcoins Promising a Better Week Ahead
With weekends often characterized by bearish events, the ongoing upsurge could be evidence of a better week ahead. Should these projections be true, Ethereum and ApeCoin are the two altcoins that are likely to fuel this growth
Binance Undergoes Leadership Shakeup Amid DOJ Investigation
Binance names Richard Teng as CEO amid Changpeng Zhao's departure due to legal issues, signaling a new leadership era as the company navigates a DOJ probe.
Grayscale Investments Files Claim over Ethereum Proof of Work Token after the Merge
Grayscale Investments, a leading investment partner for digital currencies is set to distribute Ethereum Proof of Work (ETHPoW)
Why Young Investors are Increasingly Investing in Crypto and Cannabis
Crypto and cannabis markets seem to be attracting a rising number of young investors. Why is this so?
Crypto Market to Skyrocket to $1.75 Billion by 2027, Report Reveals CBDCs Could be a Game-Changer
Fortune Business Insights reports that the cryptocurrency market will hit $1.758 billion by 2027 from $754 million recorded in 2019, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%. This growth will be spurred by blockchain technology as it makes cryptocurrency transactions effective, secure, and fast.
Why Grayscale's SEC Victory Is Unlikely to Benefit Bitcoin and Crypto Markets in the Long Run
The US Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Grayscale Investments, ordering the SEC to review its Bitcoin ETF application. This decision has boosted Bitcoin prices but may not provide long-term benefits due to inconsistent market reactions and declining trading volumes.
Kraken to Trail Binance in Hiring Over 500 Staffs Amid Crypto Meltdown
Kraken exchange has made a very bold revelation that it does not intend to make any layoffs despite the growing concerns about the ongoing crypto-economic meltdown
New Crypto Fraud Scheme In South Korea: What Rules Are in Place to Stop False Advertising?
The Ponzi scheme disguised as a crypto platform managed to acquire over $380 million USD for the CEO and other company staff. Corner Up was promising estimated returns of up to 200% to investors for each investment made.
MicroStrategy Counting $162m Loss on BTC Holdings as Price Volatility Continues
Nasdaq-listed business intelligence and software firm, MicroStrategy Incorporated is sitting on a massive loss with respect to its Bitcoin, considering the bearish sentiments engulfing the market at the moment.
Animoca Brands refutes claims of scaled back metaverse fund and plummeting valuation
Venture capital firm Animoca Brands denies claims of reducing its metaverse fund target by $200 million and a significant drop in its valuation, citing inaccurate reporting. The firm acknowledges the impact of banking collapses on fundraising but states that the final amount raised for the fund is yet to be determined.
Stablecoins Hit $20 Billion by Market Cap Milestone, More Investors Favouring Tether as Hedge
Stablecoins have made incredible crypto gains, achieving a milestone of $20 billion per market capitalization in September.
Kiss' Gene Simmons and Winklevoss Discuss Bitcoin and Crypto for the Unbanked
Gene Simmons backs cryptocurrency assets and leverages Bitcoin to diversify his investment portfolio.
Percentage of Crypto Transaction Volume Used for Crime is Reducing: CipherTrace
The growth of the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem is not reflected in the percentage of crypto transaction volumes being used for illicit or fraudulent criminal activities.
Off to a Good Start: Crypto Market Awakening on Sustained Retail Stack Up
With more headwinds ahead as it relates to the US Fed’s potential of raising interest rates yet again, retail investors are arguably staying alert to avoid being caught off-guard in the crypto market.
Will Crypto Recover? Experts Bet Market May Look Different
Choppiness in the crypto market is expected as investors are bracing for a year of rising interest rates.
Reasons Why the Bitcoin Price will Plunge Soon
Why the Bitcoin price could plunge soon? Reasons include technical analysis, DeFi hype collapse, US Dollar index and gold price correlation, and economic conditions
DWF Labs Co-founder Andrei Grachev Announces Financial Partnership with DMCC
Andrei Grachev, co-founder of DWF Labs, announced a financial partnership with DMCC, supporting firms transitioning to Dubai DMCC. This announcement, juxtaposed with Grachev’s recent Twitter feud with GSR.io's Cristian Gil, highlights the competitive and cooperative facets of the crypto market landscape, and the challenges and opportunities DWF Labs encounters in its journey.
SpaceX dropping $373M worth of Bitcoin led to crypto market crash
After the publishing of the news, the price of Bitcoin experienced a significant drop of around 10% within 10 minutes, causing the cryptocurrency's value to fall to $25,166 on Binance. The OKX perpectual bitcoin price even plunged to $24,098.
McAfee Comes Clean on His Statement of Bitcoin, in Wake of His 'Dickening'
In recent news, John McAfee appeared to have retracted his previous statement regarding Bitcoin, now claiming he never believed that Bitcoin would hit $1 million dollar in pricing.
South Korea and U.S. Set for High-Level Crypto Regulatory Talks in January
South Korea's FSS Chief, Lee Bok-hyun, is set to meet with SEC Chair Gary Gensler in January to discuss cryptocurrency market regulation in light of global market changes.
Winklevoss Twins Brief David Portnoy on Bitcoin, BTC Talks Continue
American internet celebrity David Portnoy officially hosted the Winklevoss Twins at his house for a long-due conversation regarding Bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrencies.
The Crypto Market is Experiencing a Healthy Price Correction Needed Before Surging Higher, says Spartan Group Partner
According to a Spartan Group partner, the present correction in the crypto market is healthy because it will trigger an uptrend.
Top Four South Korean Banks Announce Plans to Provide Cryptocurrency Custodial Services
Two of South Korea’s top banks have recently announced that they were looking into providing cryptocurrency custodial services to their clients.
Bitcoin and the Crypto Market Could Go Down Again—Market Recap and Price Analysis
Both the stock and crypto market could go down, the bitcoin price appears ready to drop.
Bitcoin Price and Crypto Market Analysis: Opportunities or Risks Ahead?
Analysis of why the Bitcoin and crypto market going up and potential opportunities and risks ahead.
Crypto Interest in Asia is Brewing, Showing Long-Term Optimism in the Market
Crypto analyst Joseph Young has disclosed that Asia is showing considerable interest in the crypto market.
Crypto Price Index Predicted to Revolutionize the Cryptocurrency Market
The Crypto Price Index (CPI) is touted to be an ideal crypto market indicator which will include over 200 of the top traded cryptocurrencies based on market capitalization. Expressly, it is expected to function like the Dow Jones Industrial Average by offering insights about the trading history of the major blockchain projects.
Will The Crypto Market Cap Dip Below The $1 Trillion Mark Again?
The crypto market is seeing yet another crash with BTC, ETH, BNB leading the crash. The crypto market cap is crumbling from this dump-offs.
Crypto Market Cap Smashes $1 Trillion with JPMorgan Projecting $2.5 Trillion to Come
The Crypto industry's market capitalization has surpassed the $1trillion market cap. JPMorgan has projected there could be room for an additional $2.5 trillion in 2021.
Why Energy Experts are Watching the Crypto Market Closely
Words like Bitcoin and Oil Market seem to have no correlation between them. However, given the kind of small world we are living in, there's more than meets the eye. Check out this article which explains the perfect correlation between Bitcoin and Oil Market and why energy experts are keeping a close watch on the crypto market.
Crypto Market Loses Around $170 Billion in the Last 24 Hours as Bitcoin Price Drops
After topping a market cap of $1 trillion last week, the crypto market has since plummeted, wiping out nearly $170 billion in the last 24 hours.
Polkadot (DOT) Becomes the Tenth-Largest Crypto by Market Cap Leading the Altcoin Surge
Polkadot (DOT) has recently become the tenth-largest crypto by market capitalization.
Bitcoin Dropped Below $10K, 3 Reasons Bitcoin and Crypto Market Will Crash Again
3 reasons the Bitcoin and crypto market are ready for a second crash. Here's why.
Is the Crypto Market about to Burst? Mark Cuban Compares Crypto Downtrend to Internet Stock Bubble
Shark Tank investor Mark Cuban says that the current crypto market is similar to the internet stock bubble of 1990 but that BTC and ETH will thrive regardless.
Ethereum Has Entered a New Bull Market as ETH is Dwarfing Everything in the Crypto Space
Spencer Noon recently tweeted that ETH has entered a new bull market. Here are a few factors why ETH is dwarfing the rest of the crypto market.