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Russian PM Considers Digital Assets for Cross Border Payment
Mikhail Mishustin, the Prime Minister of Russia, has hinted at the need to incorporate digital assets into the country’s economy as a way to ensure sustainable payment for goods and services in international trade.
Binance Launches Incentive Campaign for USDC-M Perpetual Contracts
Binance launches a dual-incentive promotional campaign for USDC-margined perpetual contracts, targeting deposits and trading activities to stimulate market engagement and diversify trading options in the crypto futures market.
May 20: Be patient, some breakouts take time
BTC's open interest is holding steady while volume for the past few sessions has been slightly lower than the last two week's average that it feels to me we are likely to head into somewhat of a short-term inflection point where we make a decisive break to the up or downside. Just look at the doji candlestick closed yesterday, so here are two scenarios how I think what can pan out over the next few days:
Decentralized Exchange dYdX Proposes $20M Incentive Program for v4 Launch
Chaos Labs proposes a $20M, 6-month Launch Incentives Program for the transition to dYdX v4. The initiative aims to facilitate user and volume migration to the new dYdX Chain, with a robust pre-launch and post-launch strategy. Governance proposals will guide the distribution of DYDX rewards, maintaining transparency and community oversight throughout the program.
What Is a Bitcoin ETF?
Bitcoin ETF is a type of security that tracks the overall price of Bitcoin and enables investors to trade and purchase shares of it on traditional exchanges.
Over Half of Crypto Token Listings Show Signs of Insider Trading, Reveals Solidus
In an eye-opening study, Solidus, a leading crypto market integrity platform, has uncovered signs of insider trading associated with more than half of all cryptocurrency token listings since 2021.
PayPal Flags User’s Cryptocurrency Trades as “Risky” and Freezes Remaining Funds
A PayPal user leveraging the financial payment platform’s new crypto features is left indignant after his digital currency trades were flagged.
Top Brazilian Investment Broker to Roll Out Crypto Trading Services in August
XP Inc., a leading Brazilian investment brokerage firm, plans to establish a crypto trading platform by mid-August, offering Bitcoin and Ethereum trading at the early stage.
Argo Bitcoin Miner Sells 637 BTC to Offset Costs & Outstanding Loans
Despite the market plunge, Argo Blockchain recorded increased Bitcoin mining revenues in June. Argo said the success has been attributed to the increased Bitcoin mining produced by S19J Pro machines.
Top Tips for New Bitcoin Investors
Investing in Bitcoin can be a complex and daunting process for beginners. That's why you should learn tips for investing in Bitcoin. Although you've heard stories of people making money from Bitcoin investments, you should be careful when starting.
Revolut Finally Wins FCA Registration to Offer Crypto trading Services in UK
Revolut is finally added to the UK FCA’s register. The firm is now approved to operate its crypto trading services in Britain.
Institutional Trade-at-Settlement Product for Spot Bitcoin to be Developed by Blockfills and Tassat
Tassat and Blockfills partner with eachother to create an institutional Trade-at-Settlement (TAS) product for spot bitcoin (XBT/USD), which will expectedly to be open in the market for traders in mid-December.
Binance to Delist BETH Trading Pairs, Shifts Focus to WBETH: What You Need to Know
Binance is delisting BETH trading pairs and adding WBETH to Simple Earn Flexible Products and Loans to improve staking services and user utility. Users are advised to update trading bots, modify Auto-Invest plans, and consider WBETH as collateral.
Serbian Citizen Extradited to US to Face Crypto-Related Fraud Charges
An accused scammer has arrived in the US from Serbia to face charges that he and other six conspirators involved in a crypto fraud scheme that defrauded investors out of over $70 million.
Switzerland’s New Regulations for Blockchain And DLT Trading Facilities Usher In A New Era Of Clearer And Lighter Regulatory Regimes
A short article piece submitted by Christoph Besmer, Trade Commissioner, Investment Promotion Switzerland.
Cardano Scoop: ADA/BTC Flirts with Support as Selling Pressure Increases
Cardano price at 818 satoshis, trading later at -3.67% at 789 satoshis. Around 29.45 million of the volume was generated during the trading session on Monday.
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.
OKX Exchange to List WIF and MEW for Spot Trading
OKX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced the listing of WIF (dogwifhat) and MEW (cat in a dogs world) on its spot trading market. The deposit and spot trading schedules have been provided, allowing users to engage in trading activities with these newly listed tokens.
CME Group to Launch the Micro Ether Futures Product for Retail and Institutional Investors
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is set to launch a Micro Ether Futures (MEF) product in a bid to expand its crypto derivatives offerings.
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.
Crypto CEO Arrested in New York for Wire Fraud Offences
Eddy Alexandre, the founder and CEO of EminiFx has been arrested by law enforcement agents as he faces charges bothering on one count each of commodities and wire fraud respectively.
What Gives C10 (Crypto10 Hedged) So Much Value?
Within the first quarter of 2021, the cryptocurrency market has seen a surge in the retail and institutional sectors and their adoption of cryptocurrency. Bitcoin, the world's most valuable and widely traded cryptocurrency, reached an all time high of $56 445 per bitcoin, on the 22nd of February 2021.
China’s Central Bank to Develop Blockchain-Based Trade Finance Platform for the Greater Bay Area
China’s Central Bank, the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) announced its development plans for outlining a blockchain-based trade finance platform for the Greater Bay Area that links Hong Kong, Guangdong, and Macao. Governing entities in China, including the PBoC, China Banking Regulatory Commission, China Securities Regulatory Commission, and the Foreign Exchange Bureau came together to issue the official document for the proposal. The entities submitted their suggestions on financing the construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, focusing on global trade and finance.
Binance to Delist Multiple Trading Pairs Including ANKR, IOTA, LRC, Effective September 1, 2023
Binance has announced the discontinuation of several spot trading pairs, including ANKR/BNB, CVC/BUSD, EPX/BUSD, HIVE/BUSD, IOTA/BNB, KLAY/BUSD, LRC/BNB, MBL/BUSD, MTL/ETH, and UMA/BUSD, on September 1, 2023. The removal could impact liquidity and trading strategies, particularly for automated trading systems.
Global Supply Chain Financing: A New Era of Resilience and Diversification
Citi's 2024 report on supply chain financing highlights a shift towards resilience and diversification in global trade, emphasizing technological innovations and the adoption of the China Plus One strategy.
Brad Garlinghouse Predicts Ripple-SEC Feud to End by 2022
The ongoing court case between the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and blockchain payments firm Ripple Labs Inc is likely to close next year, drawing on the optimism of the firm’s CEO, Brad Garlinghouse.
Non-Zero ETH Addresses Hit ATH, Ethereum Overtooks Visa in Trading Volume in 2021
Despite the crypto market limping based on massive liquidations, more participants continue joining the Ethereum network.
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.
Meta's Digital Assets Expansion: A Scrutiny by Maxine Waters
Congresswoman Maxine Waters scrutinizes Meta's trademark applications, filed in March 2022, suggesting the company's continued involvement in the digital assets ecosystem, despite previous assurances of no ongoing projects in this area.
June 1: Sell in May Postponed to Sell in June?
For the past few weeks, there have been quite a bit of talk/shill/promoting of ETH and I think largely driven by a combination of factors that I've described earlier (i.e. growing daily active addresses, more than 60 bil gas being used, $7bn in stablecoins and Greyscale's ETH demand). Other protocol tokens such as Cardano, Zilliqa and NEO also followed the ETH move, albeit less exaggerated.
Here's Why GPT-4 Becomes 'Stupid': Unpacking Performance Degradation
The performance degradation of GPT-4, often labeled as 'stupidity', is a pressing issue in AI, highlighting the model's inability to adapt to new data and the necessity for continuous learning in AI development.
Spain Bank BBVA Launches Bitcoin Trading Service in Switzerland
Spanish bank BBVA launches a new Bitcoin trading service for its customers based in Switzerland.
BitMEX’s Daily Spot Exchange Trade Volume Hits $24m Record High
Less than 10 days after launching the spot trading option, crypto exchange platform BitMEX reached a new milestone by hitting a daily trade volume of $24 million.
Binance Introduces Spot Copy Trading Feature
Binance unveils Spot Copy Trading on its platform, allowing users to replicate trading strategies of expert traders.
OKX Introduces Perpetual Futures for NOT Crypto
Crypto exchange OKX announces the launch of perpetual futures for NOT cryptocurrency, along with its margin trading and Simple Earn features.
Cryptocurrencies Fueling Trade-Based Money Laundering: Insights from Michael Firing of CITE
Michael Firing, Assistant Director at CITE, discusses how cryptocurrencies are being used in trade-based money laundering activities.
BitMEX Introduces Change of Mark Method for NOTUSDTK24
BitMEX announces the change of Mark Method for NOTUSDTK24 to Fair Price marking.
OKX Launches P2P Block Trade for High-Volume Crypto Transactions
OKX introduces its P2P block trade service for secure, efficient high-volume crypto transactions.
OKX to Enable Coin-Margined Perpetual Futures for OP Crypto
OKX announces the listing of coin-margined perpetual futures for OP crypto, enhancing its trading offerings.
OKX Adds USDC Spot Trading Pairs
OKX announces the introduction of new USDC trading pairs to support the growing USDC ecosystem.
Binance to Support Neutron (NTRN) Network Upgrade
Binance announced its support for the Neutron (NTRN) network upgrade, suspending token deposits and withdrawals temporarily.
Binance Cancels Listing of Notcoin (NOT) Trading Pair NOT/BTC
Binance has decided to cancel the listing of the NOT/BTC trading pair for a better user trading experience.
Binance Postpones Removal of BIDR Spot Trading Pairs
Binance announced the postponement of the removal of BIDR spot trading pairs.
OKX to Delist Several Margin Trading Pairs and Perpetual Futures
OKX announces the delisting of several perpetual futures and margin trading pairs to improve market liquidity and user experience.
HK SFC: Two Former Brokers Sentenced to Jail Over False Trading
Two former brokers face jail for false trading in Hong Kong.
Binance Announces Support for IRISnet (IRIS) Network Upgrade
Binance has revealed its plans to support the upcoming network upgrade of IRISnet (IRIS).
Glassnode Introduces Breakdown Metrics to Identify Local Bottoms in Bull Market
Glassnode launches a suite of new metrics to help traders identify local bottoms in a bull market.
LayerZero's ZRO Token Now Tradeable on BitMEX with 2x Leverage
BitMEX has listed LayerZero's upcoming ZRO token with 2x leverage available.
Cronos (CRO) zkEVM Testnet Successfully Upgrades to 'Tethys'
Cronos zkEVM Testnet has successfully upgraded to 'Tethys', marking a crucial milestone for the launch of Cronos zkEVM mainnet.
Arkham Intelligence Announces Partnership with Ninja Traders
Arkham partners with Ninja Traders to offer best-in-class onchain data, tooling, and analysis to crypto traders.
OKX Announces Postponement of STARL and ANT Margin Trading Pair Delisting
Crypto exchange OKX has decided to postpone the delisting of STARL and ANT margin trading pairs and perpetual futures.
Binance Announces Support for BNB Smart Chain (BEP20) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance is set to support the BNB Smart Chain (BEP20) network upgrade and hard fork, providing an improved user experience.
Conflux Network Announces Upcoming Hardfork Upgrade
Conflux Network reveals plans for a Hardfork system upgrade, featuring modifications of 12 different CIPs.
Conflux (CFX) v2.4.0-testnet Hardfork Upgrade Announcement
Conflux announces v2.4.0-testnet hardfork upgrade. Upgrade nodes before May 30, 15:00 (GMT+8).
How to Get Started with Sei V2 (SEI)
Explore the upgraded Sei Blockchain V2 with this comprehensive guide.
Binance P2P Launches USDC Campaign with Fee Rebates
Binance P2P introduces USDC campaign offering up to 100% maker fee rebates.
Influencing CAKE,DYDX and LAZIO, Binance Announces Removal of Spot Trading Pairs
Binance to delist several spot trading pairs to maintain market quality.
OKX to Delist ZK Margin Trading Pairs and Perpetual Futures
OKX announces the delisting of ZK margin trading pairs and perpetual futures to enhance market liquidity and user experience.
OKX to Adjust Minimum Order Quantities for Futures Contracts
OKX announces changes to minimum order quantities for various futures contracts starting June 6, 2024.
dYdX CEO Outlines Bold Vision for Decentralized Trading
Ivo Crnkovic-Rubsamen, CEO of dYdX, shares the future vision for the decentralized exchange.
Tezos (XTZ) Activates Paris Protocol Upgrade, Enhancing Scalability and Staking
Tezos' Paris protocol upgrade enhances blockchain scalability and staking.
Binance to Introduce New Trading Pairs for Spot Copy Trading, Influencing 1INCH, IOST, ACH, ADX, API3 and More
Binance expands Spot Copy Trading with new trading pairs starting June 7, 2024.
OKX Enhances VIP Loan Features for Top-Tier Traders
OKX upgrades VIP Loan for VIP 5 tier and above, enhancing user experience.
OKX Introduces ULTI Perpetual Futures, Margin Trading, and Simple Earn
OKX announces ULTI perpetual futures, margin trading, and Simple Earn.
Binance to Support Mina (MINA) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance announces support for Mina (MINA) network upgrade and hard fork on June 4, 2024.
Binance Introduces USDT/COP Spot Trading Pair with Algo Trading Bots
Binance expands trading options with USDT/COP pair and Algo Trading Bots.
Binance Announces Updates to Leverage and Margin Tiers for OGNUSDT, ONEUSDT, and ZENUSDT
Binance Futures updates leverage and margin tiers for OGNUSDT, ONEUSDT, and ZENUSDT USDⓈ-M Perpetual Contracts.
Binance Expands Trading Options with New Pairs and Trading Bots
Binance to add new trading pairs and trading bots services to enhance user experience.
Binance to Delist ACE, DOT, and Other Spot Trading Pairs
Binance announces the removal of several spot trading pairs, including ACE/BNB and DOT/TUSD.
Binance Futures Announces Trading Carnival with 5,000,000 NOT Prize Pool
Binance Futures launches a trading carnival with 5,000,000 NOT in token vouchers.
Binance Introduces COP Support on Binance Convert
Binance adds COP to Binance Convert, enabling zero-fee trading against BTC, USDT, and other tokens.
Binance World Championship Spot Trading Tournament Offers $1.2M in USDC Rewards
Binance's new tournament lets users compete for $1.2M in USDC rewards by trading selected tokens.
Bitfinex Rolls Out Version 1.97 with TradingView Update and Key Bug Fixes
Bitfinex releases Version 1.97 with TradingView update, UI improvements, and bug fixes.
Comprehensive Guide to Developing and Trading on Injective (INJ)
Explore Injective's tools for smart contracts, frontend development, and API trading.
BitMEX to List TAIKOUSDT (TAIKO/USDT) Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces the listing of TAIKOUSDT perpetual swap with up to 10x leverage.
Ethereum Developers Discuss Pectra and Future Upgrades in ACDE Call #189
Ethereum developers discuss Pectra upgrade scope, EIP 4444, and future governance in ACDE Call #189.
OKX to List Aethir (ATH) for Spot Trading, Enhancing Market Options
OKX announces the listing of Aethir (ATH) for spot trading, starting June 7, 2024.
Fireblocks Integrates Coinbase International Exchange for Enhanced Trading
Fireblocks expands support to Coinbase International Exchange, offering new trading features for institutional and retail clients.
Influencing BB, TNSR and ONDO, Binance Futures Copy Trading Expands with New USD-M Contracts
Binance Futures Copy Trading introduces new USDⓈ-M contracts, enhancing trading options for users.
Binance Introduces IO.NET (IO) Across Multiple Trading Options
Binance adds IO.NET (IO) to Earn, Buy Crypto, Convert, Margin & Futures platforms.
BitMEX to Launch IOUSDT Perpetual Swap with Up to 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces IOUSDT perpetual swap listing with up to 10x leverage starting June 12, 2024.
Robinhood Markets Reports Strong Growth in May 2024 Operating Data
Robinhood Markets sees significant growth in key metrics for May 2024, including customer base, assets, and trading volumes.
Binance to Adjust Step Size for Spot Trading Pairs on June 19, 2024
Binance will adjust step sizes for spot trading pairs to enhance market liquidity by June 19, 2024.
Segantii Capital Management Faces Insider Dealing Charges in District Court
Insider dealing case against Segantii Capital Management and CIO moved to District Court.
Binance Futures Launches Grand Tournament with 3M USDT Prize Pool
Binance Futures announces a Grand Tournament with up to 3M USDT in rewards, featuring team and solo competitions.
OKX Introduces USDT-Margined Perpetual Futures for ATH Crypto
OKX announces USDT-margined perpetual futures for ATH, along with margin trading and Simple Earn options.
Binance Launches Futures Mock Copy Trading Competition with 30,000 USDT in Rewards
Binance introduces a Futures Mock Copy Trading competition with a 30,000 USDT reward pool.
OKX Adjusts Minimum Trade Amounts for Spot Trading Pairs
OKX announces adjustments to the minimum trade amounts for specific spot trading pairs to enhance market liquidity.
Conflux (CFX) Announces v2.4.0 Testnet Hardfork Upgrade
Conflux (CFX) initiates a mandatory hardfork upgrade to v2.4.0 on its testnet, introducing several key CIPs.
Influencing ALPACA, MDX, NFP, QUICK and XAI, Binance to Delist Several Spot Trading Pairs on June 14, 2024
Binance announces the delisting of several spot trading pairs due to poor liquidity and trading volume.
BitMEX to Implement New Fee Structure for Spot Trading
BitMEX announces updated Taker and Maker fees for spot trading effective 13 June 2024.
Influencing NOT, TRU and WIF, Binance to Introduce New Trading Pairs and Trading Bots Services on Spot Platform
Binance announces new trading pairs and trading bots services on its spot platform.
Galaxy: Ethereum Developers Discuss Key Upgrades in All Core Developers Consensus Call #135
Ethereum developers discuss major upgrades in All Core Developers Consensus Call #135.
BitMEX to Introduce ZKUSDT (ZK/USDT) Perpetual Swap with Up to 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces the listing of ZKUSDT perpetual swap with up to 10x leverage, set to go live on June 17, 2024.
Binance to Delist LINA/BTC Margin Trading Pair on June 19, 2024
Binance announces the delisting of the LINA/BTC Cross and Isolated Margin trading pair, effective June 19, 2024, at 06:00 (UTC).
Binance Margin Expands Trading Options with New FDUSD, USDC, and USDT Pairs
Binance Margin introduces new FDUSD, USDC, and USDT trading pairs on Cross and Isolated Margin, enhancing user trading experience and portfolio diversification.
OKX Expands Offerings with ZKSync (ZK) Perpetual Futures and Margin Trading
OKX announces the listing of USDT-margined perpetual futures for ZKSync (ZK), alongside margin trading and Simple Earn options, effective June 18, 2024.
Eternal Paradox Season 4 Concludes with Epic Battles and Victorious Captains
Eternal Paradox Season 4 wraps up with intense battles and notable victories. Top captains and their achievements are highlighted.
Eternal Paradox Season 5 Launches with New Content and Enhancements
Gala Games kicks off Season 5 of Eternal Paradox with new content, challenges, and improvements to enhance player experience.
Binance Introduces New Trading Bots for IO/USDT Pair
Binance announces the launch of Spot Grid, Spot DCA, and Rebalancing Bot services for the IO/USDT trading pair, effective June 20, 2024.
Binance Updates Taker Fee Promotion for Altcoin Trading Pairs
Binance announces updates to its Taker Fee Promotion for various spot and margin altcoin trading pairs, effective from July 1, 2024.
Binance Introduces Lista (LISTA) on Multiple Trading Platforms
Binance has announced the addition of Lista (LISTA) to its Earn, Buy Crypto, Convert, Margin, and Futures platforms starting June 20, 2024.
OKX Announces Listing of ZRO Perpetual Futures and Margin Trading
OKX will enable USDT-margined perpetual futures for ZRO and introduce ZRO margin trading and Simple Earn, according to an official announcement.
Influcencing BAKE and LISTA, Binance Introduces New Trading Pairs and Trading Bots Services
Binance announces new trading pairs BAKE/TRY and LISTA/BRL, along with Trading Bots services, enhancing user experience from June 21, 2024.
Taiko Mainnet Set for BCR Protocol Upgrade to Version 1.7.0
Taiko announces BCR protocol upgrade to version 1.7.0 on July 1st, introducing significant changes for block proposers and provers.
OKX to List ZKsync (ZK) for Spot Trading
OKX announces the listing of ZKsync (ZK) for spot trading. Deposits, trading, and withdrawals will be available starting June 18, 2024.
Binance Introduces ZKsync (ZK) on Convert and 'Buy Crypto'
Binance has added ZKsync (ZK) to its Convert and 'Buy Crypto' features, allowing users to trade ZK with zero fees and purchase with various payment options.
OKX Wallet Scheduled for Data Service Upgrade on June 19, 2024
OKX Wallet users may experience temporary delays and transaction issues during a data service upgrade on June 19, 2024, according to OKX.
Binance P2P Launches Exclusive Promotion for African Users with 10,000 USDT Reward Pool
Binance P2P announces a promotion for African users, offering a 10,000 USDT reward pool in token vouchers for eligible participants.
Binance Launches Referral Program with Up to 500 USDT in Rewards for Copy Trading
Binance introduces a referral program for its new Spot Copy Trading feature, offering up to 500 USDT in token voucher rewards.
Binance to Support Sei (SEI) and Harmony (ONE) Network Upgrades and Hard Forks
Binance announces support for Sei (SEI) and Harmony (ONE) network upgrades and hard forks, ensuring uninterrupted trading for users.
Influencing BETA, SEI and TIA, Binance to Delist Multiple Spot Trading Pairs on June 21, 2024
Binance announces the removal of several spot trading pairs due to poor liquidity and trading volume, effective June 21, 2024.
Chainlink (LINK) Introduces CCIP Programmable Token Transfers for Advanced DeFi and TradFi Applications
Chainlink (LINK)'s CCIP Programmable Token Transfers offer enhanced smart contract and tokenization use cases for DeFi protocols and TradFi institutions.
AMD Unveils ROCm 6.1 Software for Radeon GPUs, Enhancing AI Development
AMD releases ROCm 6.1 software, extending AI capabilities to Radeon desktop GPUs, enabling scalable AI solutions and broader support for AI frameworks.
Binance Announces Tick Size Adjustments for Spot Trading Pairs by June 27, 2024
Binance will adjust tick sizes for certain spot trading pairs to enhance market liquidity and trading experience by June 27, 2024.
Post-Brexit Trade Transformation: IOTA’s TLIP Enhances EU-UK Logistics
The Trade and Logistics Information Pipeline (TLIP) leverages IOTA technology to streamline post-Brexit trade between the EU and UK by facilitating real-time data sharing.
BitMEX Lists ZROUSDT and TREMPUSDT with 10x Leverage
BitMEX has announced the listing of ZROUSDT and TREMPUSDT perpetual swaps, offering up to 10x leverage for traders.
OKX Introduces Perpetual Futures for Convex Finance (CVX) Alongside Margin Trading and Simple Earn
OKX to enable USDT-margined perpetual futures, margin trading, and Simple Earn for CVX on June 25, 2024.
Binance Revises Zero-Fee Trading for JPY Spot Pairs, Introduces VIP Program
Binance updates its zero-fee trading for JPY spot pairs, implementing standard fees and launching a new VIP program in Japan starting June 25, 2024.
Eternal Paradox Season 5: Guild Strategies and Team Dynamics
Eternal Paradox Season 5 kicks off with intense guild warfare. Discover strategies, team dynamics, and key events to dominate Elysium.
Binance Futures Introduces TONUSDT USDⓈ-M Contract for Copy Trading
Binance Futures Copy Trading will add the TONUSDT USDⓈ-M contract on June 25, 2024, enabling users to replicate trades of experienced traders.
BitMEX Launches Ready-Made Options Trading Strategies
BitMEX introduces ready-made options trading strategies, making options trading more accessible and efficient for users.
Binance to Delist Multiple Spot Trading Pairs Including SHIB/TUSD and LINK/TUSD
Binance announces the removal of several spot trading pairs including SHIB/TUSD and LINK/TUSD to ensure high-quality trading markets.
Binance Futures Introduces Arbitrage Bot with 20% Funding Profit Bonus
Binance Futures launches a new Funding Rate Arbitrage Bot, offering a 20% bonus on funding profits for eligible traders during the promotion period.
Glassnode Introduces Bitcoin Sharpe Signal Short for High-Confidence Shorting Opportunities
Glassnode's new Bitcoin Sharpe Signal Short offers a data-driven approach to identify high-confidence shorting opportunities and improve risk-adjusted returns.
Influencing ALT, ETHFI, MEME, IO, PYTH and TNSR, Binance Margin Introduces New FDUSD Trading Pairs
Binance Margin expands trading options by adding new FDUSD pairs on Cross and Isolated Margin, enhancing user experience.
Matrixport Unveils First Private Strategy Trading Competition
Matrixport launches its inaugural private strategy trading competition, offering participants rewards and exclusive privileges.
Binance to Support MultiversX (EGLD) and Ronin (RON) Network Upgrades
Binance announces support for MultiversX (EGLD) and Ronin (RON) network upgrades and hard forks, ensuring uninterrupted trading.
Binance Futures Introduces New USDⓈ-M Contract for Copy Trading
Binance Futures adds the NOTUSDT USDⓈ-M contract to its Copy Trading platform, enhancing options for novice and experienced traders.
Binance Introduces Zero-Fee Promotion for EUR/USDC Trading Pair
Binance announces a zero-fee promotion for EUR/USDC spot trading pairs to celebrate USDC's MiCA compliance in the EEA.
Influencing LINA, IOST and AMB, Binance to Delist Multiple Spot Trading Pairs Amid Periodic Review
Binance is set to remove several spot trading pairs effective July 6, 2024, following a periodic review to ensure market quality.
Cronos (CRO) Mainnet V1.3 Upgrade Scheduled at Block Height 14,920,000
Cronos (CRO) Mainnet V1.3 upgrade introduces backward compatibility and RPC improvements, scheduled for block height 14,920,000 on July 18, 2024.
Eternal Paradox: Mastering the Arena for Ultimate Glory
Dive into the intricacies of Eternal Paradox's Arena battles. Learn strategies, ranking details, and how to climb the leaderboard to earn prestigious rewards.
Binance to Delist Several Margin Trading Pairs, Including ARB/TUSD and APE/ETH
Binance will delist several margin trading pairs, including ARB/TUSD and APE/ETH, on July 17, 2024. Users are advised to adjust their positions accordingly.
Binance to Delist Multiple Spot Trading Pairs on July 12, 2024
Binance announces the removal of several spot trading pairs due to poor liquidity and trading volume, effective July 12, 2024.
Binance to Introduce New Trading Pairs and Trading Bots Services
Binance expands trading choices with new pairs and trading bots services starting July 12, 2024, enhancing user experience.
Binance Revises VIP Program: New Spot and Margin Trading Fees for VIP Users
Binance updates its VIP Program, adjusting spot and margin trading fees for VIP 5-8 users and reducing trade volume requirements for VIP 4 users.
Philip Gradwell Joins Tether as Head of Economics
Tether appoints Philip Gradwell, former Chief Economist at Chainalysis, as Head of Economics to enhance communication with regulators and stakeholders.
Binance Futures to Introduce WIFUSD COIN-M Perpetual Contract with 20x Leverage
Binance Futures announces the launch of the WIFUSD COIN-M Perpetual Contract with up to 20x leverage, starting July 23, 2024.
Binance to Delist Multiple Spot Trading Pairs on July 19, 2024
Binance announces the removal of several spot trading pairs due to poor liquidity and trading volume, effective July 19, 2024.
Binance Expands Trading Pairs and Introduces New Trading Bots Services
Binance announces new trading pairs BNX/TRY and ETH/ARS, along with new Trading Bots services for selected pairs starting July 18, 2024.
Binance Margin Introduces New USDC Trading Pairs
Binance Margin has announced the addition of new USDC trading pairs on Cross and Isolated Margin, enhancing user trading options.
Binance Announces Ethereum Carnival with 30,000 USDT Prize Pool
Binance introduces a new promotion offering up to 30,000 USDT in token vouchers for trading Ethereum ecosystem tokens and futures.
Binance to Support IoTeX (IOTX) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance announces support for IoTeX (IOTX) network upgrade and hard fork, affecting deposits and withdrawals but not trading.
BNB Beacon Chain Announces Second Sunset Upgrade for Mainnet
BNB Beacon Chain is set to implement the Second Sunset Upgrade on its mainnet, enhancing network performance and security.
Wintermute Introduces Multi-Currency Collateral for Capital-Efficient CFD Trading
Wintermute has launched multi-currency collateral support for CFDs, enhancing capital efficiency and flexibility in derivative trading, according to Wintermute.
Binance Futures Launches USDC-Margined CRV Perpetual Contract With Up to 25x Leverage
Binance Futures announces the launch of USDC-margined CRV perpetual contracts with up to 25x leverage, enhancing trading choices and experiences.
OKX P2P Campaign Offers Featured Ad Spots for Latam Merchants
OKX launches a campaign offering Latin American merchants the chance to win featured ad spots in its P2P marketplace.
Binance Futures Announces Trading Carnival with 20,000 LISTA Prize Pool
Binance Futures launches a trading carnival to celebrate LISTAUSDT perpetual contract, offering a 20,000 LISTA prize pool.
Influencing WIF, ZK and ZRO, Binance to Introduce New Trading Pairs and Trading Bots Services
Binance announces the launch of new trading pairs and Trading Bots services to enhance user experience on Binance Spot, effective July 3, 2024.
Binance Announces Removal of Several Spot Trading Pairs, Affecting AI/TUSD and Others
Binance will remove multiple spot trading pairs, including AI/TUSD and ETH/AEUR, effective July 5, 2024, to maintain market quality.
Hedge Fund Manager to Disgorge $5.6M Illicit Profit, Faces Four-Year Disqualification
A hedge fund manager is ordered to return $5.6 million in illicit profits and faces a four-year disqualification for false trading activities.
Binance to Support BNB Beacon Chain (BEP2) Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance announces support for the BNB Beacon Chain (BEP2) network upgrade and hard fork, including maintenance schedules and impact on deposits and withdrawals.
BitMEX Introduces Meme Coin Basket Index Perpetual Swap Contract
BitMEX launches MEMEMEXTUSDT, a new meme coin basket index perpetual swap contract, enhancing trading options for meme coin enthusiasts.
Binance to Delist Several Margin Trading Pairs on July 8, 2024
Binance announces the removal of specific margin trading pairs, including DGB/BTC and TLM/BTC, effective July 8, 2024.
OKX to List Xraders (XR) for Spot Trading on July 8
OKX announces the listing of Xraders (XR) on its spot trading market starting July 8, 2024, with deposits, trading, and withdrawals scheduled.
Binance to Support Neutron (NTRN) and Optimism (OP) Network Upgrades
Binance announces support for the upcoming Neutron (NTRN) and Optimism (OP) network upgrades and hard forks, ensuring a smooth user experience.
Binance Margin Introduces New USDC Trading Pairs
Binance Margin expands its offerings by adding new USDC trading pairs on Cross and Isolated Margin, enhancing user experience and portfolio diversification.
Binance Updates Leverage and Margin Tiers for Multiple USDⓈ-M Perpetual Contracts
Binance Futures announces updates to leverage and margin tiers for several USDⓈ-M perpetual contracts, affecting specific trading pairs. Existing positions may be impacted.
Binance Updates Zero-Fee Trading for TUSD Spot and Margin Pairs
Binance announces updates to its zero-fee trading structure for TUSD spot and margin trading pairs, effective from July 16, 2024.
BitMEX Introduces 100x Leverage for SOLUSD Perpetual Swap
BitMEX has announced the launch of 100x leverage for the SOLUSD perpetual swap, effective from July 10, 2024.
Binance to Delist TUSD from Cross and Isolated Margin Trading
Binance Margin will delist TUSD from Cross and Isolated Margin pairs on July 24, 2024, affecting BTC/TUSD and TUSD/USDT pairs.
EOS Network Foundation Announces Infrastructure Upgrade at Monthly BP Meeting
The EOS Network Foundation (ENF) discusses infrastructure upgrades during its July 2024 Monthly Block Producer meeting, led by Executive Director Yves La Rose.
Binance to Adjust Tick Size for Certain Spot Trading Pairs by July 22, 2024
Binance announces adjustments to tick size for specific spot trading pairs, aiming to enhance liquidity and trading experience by July 22, 2024.
Binance Futures Announces Taker Program Update with Enhanced Discounts
Binance Futures is updating its Taker Program to offer up to 20% discounts on USDT and USDC-margined contracts starting July 30, 2024.
Effective Strategies to Dominate Arena Battles in Eternal Paradox
Discover the top strategies for success in Eternal Paradox's Arena, including Val Speed, Big Boys, and Debuff to Death.
Bybit Integrates Fireblocks Off Exchange to Enhance Security for Institutional Traders
Bybit integrates Fireblocks Off Exchange, aiming to bolster security and transparency for institutional traders by mitigating counterparty risks.
Binance Futures Launches Mock Copy Trading Competition with 30,000 USDT in Rewards
Binance Futures announces a Mock Copy Trading competition, offering 30,000 USDT in rewards. Participants can join from July 19 to August 1, 2024.
Cronos (CRO) to Upgrade Mainnet to V1.3 at Block Height 14,920,000
Cronos (CRO) announces the upcoming upgrade to Mainnet V1.3, scheduled to occur at block height 14,920,000, with improvements to backward compatibility and RPC.
Binance to Support Shentu (CTK) and Rootstock Infrastructure Framework (RIF) Network Upgrades
Binance announces support for Shentu (CTK) and Rootstock Infrastructure Framework (RIF) network upgrades and hard forks. Deposits and withdrawals will be temporarily suspended.
Binance P2P Introduces Worldcoin (WLD) Trading Pairs for LATAM Currencies
Binance P2P adds support for Worldcoin (WLD) trading against various LATAM fiat currencies, expanding its cryptocurrency offerings.
NVIDIA Introduces Instant RM for Rapid and Differentiable Radio Maps
NVIDIA's Instant RM offers high-performance, differentiable radio maps, significantly accelerating wireless network optimization using advanced ray tracing technologies.
Binance Launches WIF COIN-M Futures Trading Competition with 10,000 WIF in Rewards
Binance Futures introduces a new trading competition with a 10,000 WIF reward pool to celebrate the launch of the WIFUSD COIN-M perpetual contract.
Tokenisation: A Future-Ready Solution for Financial Markets, Says Bitfinex
Bitfinex argues that tokenisation is a crucial innovation for modernising financial markets, countering skepticism from traditional finance.
Binance Margin Introduces New USDC Trading Pairs
Binance Margin adds new USDC trading pairs on Cross and Isolated Margin, enhancing user trading experience and portfolio diversification.
Eternal Paradox Season 5 Nears Climax with Final Battle for The Ring
Season 5 of Eternal Paradox is reaching its peak as players prepare for the final battle for The Ring. Guilds have showcased their prowess, but the ultimate showdown is imminent.
BitMEX Announces Updates to Basket Indices
BitMEX has updated the weight and index multiplier of its basket indices, impacting several key indices as of July 26, 2024.
Binance to List BTCUSDT and ETHUSDT Options with November 2024 Expiry
Binance announces the early listing of BTCUSDT and ETHUSDT options with a November 2024 expiry date, starting July 24, 2024.
Binance to Support Conflux (CFX) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance announces support for Conflux (CFX) network upgrade and hard fork, suspending deposits and withdrawals on August 13, 2024.
BitMEX Launches POPCATUSDT Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX has announced the launch of the POPCATUSDT perpetual swap, offering traders up to 10x leverage, according to the BitMEX Blog.
Binance to Delist Several Spot Trading Pairs on July 26, 2024
Binance announces the removal of selected spot trading pairs due to poor liquidity and trading volume, effective July 26, 2024.
Filecoin (FIL) Network Upgrade NV23 'Waffle' to Enhance Performance and Integration
Filecoin (FIL) announces NV23 'Waffle' upgrade, enhancing network performance and integrating Ethereum transactions.
Binance Expands Render (RENDER) Trading and Investment Options
Binance has announced the addition of Render (RENDER) to its Earn, Buy Crypto, Convert, Margin, and Futures platforms starting July 26, 2024.
BitMEX Announces Changes to Minimum Price Increments for XBTUSD and ETHUSD
BitMEX will adjust the Minimum Price Increments for Bitcoin (XBTUSD) and Ethereum (ETHUSD) perpetual swaps starting 31 July 2024.
Ex-Banker Ordered to Disgorge $3 Million in Illegal Insider Trading Profits
A former banker has been ordered to return $3 million in illegal gains from insider trading, according to the Securities and Futures Commission.
MetDesk and NVIDIA Earth-2 Revolutionize Energy Trading with AI-Driven Weather Forecasts
MetDesk integrates NVIDIA Earth-2 for enhanced AI-driven weather forecasts, transforming energy trading with precise, rapid predictions.
Eternal Paradox Prepares for Final Conquest of Season 5
Eternal Paradox gears up for the final Conquest of Season 5. Guilds battle for control of the Ring of Ruin. Who will emerge victorious?
Binance to Delist Multiple Spot Trading Pairs on August 2, 2024
Binance announces the delisting of several spot trading pairs including ADA/TUSD and AEVO/BNB, effective from August 2, 2024.
Binance Margin Introduces New USDC Trading Pairs
Binance Margin expands its offerings by adding new USDC trading pairs on Cross and Isolated Margin, enhancing user trading experience.
Ethereum Developers Discuss Pectra Upgrade and Quantum Resistance in Latest ACDE Call
Ethereum developers discuss Pectra upgrade, EIP 7212, and quantum resistance in ACDE Call #193, chaired by Tim Beiko.
Binance to Update Margin Liquidation Fees on August 12, 2024
Binance announces updates to its margin liquidation fees effective August 12, 2024, aiming to protect users and ensure market stability.
Binance Delays Spot and Margin Trading System Upgrade
Binance announces the postponement of its Spot and Margin Trading System Upgrade originally scheduled for August 6, 2024.
Binance Offers Zero Maker Fee for VIP 6-8 Users on USDⓢ-Margined Futures
Binance announces a limited-time zero maker fee promotion for VIP 6-8 users on USDⓢ-margined futures, effective from August 7 to October 16, 2024.
Eternal Paradox Unveils Season 5 Results and Teases Exciting Updates for Season 6
Eternal Paradox concludes Season 5, revealing top Captains and rewards, while introducing new features for Season 6.
Conflux (CFX) v2.4.0 Network Hardfork Upgrade Successfully Completed
Conflux (CFX) v2.4.0 network hardfork upgrade, featuring CIP-1559 activation, has been successfully completed. CIP-136 will be enabled by Aug 13.
Binance Offers $100,000 USDC Rewards and Loss Protection for Spot Trading Participants
Binance announces a promotion for new and existing users, offering $100,000 USDC in rewards and loss protection for Spot trading activities.
Injective (INJ) Launches 'Altaris' Upgrade Featuring Advanced RWA Oracle and Enhanced Burn Auction
Injective (INJ)blockchain has successfully deployed the 'Altaris' upgrade, enhancing the ecosystem with advanced RWA Oracle, improved burn auction mechanics, and new developer tools.
Celestia's Lemongrass Upgrade: A Comprehensive Overview
Celestia announces Lemongrass upgrade with key consensus changes including Interchain Accounts and Packet Forward Middleware.
BitMEX Lists NEIROUSDT Perpetual Swap with Up to 10x Leverage
BitMEX has introduced a new NEIROUSDT perpetual swap contract, offering traders up to 10x leverage, according to BitMEX Blog.
Binance Expands Trading Options with New Pairs and Trading Bots Services
Binance to introduce BONK/BRL and NOT/EUR trading pairs and enable Trading Bots services for select pairs starting August 16, 2024.
Binance to Delist Multiple Spot Trading Pairs on August 16, 2024
Binance announces the removal of several spot trading pairs due to poor liquidity and trading volume, effective August 16, 2024.
BitMEX Launches ATHUSD Perpetual Swap with 10X Leverage
BitMEX introduces the ATHUSD perpetual swap, offering traders up to 10x leverage. The new listing is now live for trading.
Binance Announces $40,000 TON Token Voucher Spot Trading Tournament
Binance launches a spot trading tournament with a $40,000 TON token voucher prize pool. Participants must trade selected tokens during the promotion period.
BitMEX Launches TONUSDT Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX has announced the listing of TONUSDT perpetual swap, offering traders up to 10x leverage. The new listing is now live on the platform.
Binance Futures Introduces USDⓈ-Margined SYS Perpetual Contract with Up to 50x Leverage
Binance Futures will launch the SYSUSDT Perpetual Contract with up to 50x leverage, starting August 19, 2024, at 12:30 (UTC).
BitMEX Introduces TRUMP and KAMA Tokens for Spot Trading
BitMEX announces the listing of TRUMP and KAMA tokens for spot trading, starting tomorrow at 04:00 UTC.
Binance to Support Cosmos (ATOM) and Kadena (KDA) Network Upgrades and Hard Forks
Binance announces support for upcoming Cosmos (ATOM) and Kadena (KDA) network upgrades and hard forks, ensuring a seamless user experience.
Binance Expands Trading Options with New Pairs and Trading Bots
Binance introduces new trading pairs and trading bots, enhancing user experience on Binance Spot. New pairs include AAVE/FDUSD and DOGE/JPY.
Binance Unveils $100,000 BNB Spot Trading ROI Competition
Binance launches a limited-time spot trading ROI competition with $100,000 in BNB rewards and exclusive VIP swag. Open to all users achieving 1% ROI.
Binance Schedules Brief System Upgrade for Spot and Margin Trading
Binance announces a scheduled system upgrade for its Spot and Margin Trading services on August 6, 2024, lasting approximately 10 minutes.
Circle to Cease USDC Support on Flow Blockchain Amid Network Upgrade
Circle announces the discontinuation of USDC support on the Flow blockchain due to an upcoming network upgrade, effective September 3, 2024.
Binance Futures Introduces New ZROUSDT USDⓈ-M Contract for Copy Trading
Binance Futures adds ZROUSDT USDⓈ-M contract to its Copy Trading service, enhancing opportunities for traders to follow experienced portfolios.
Gala Games Launches Season 6 of Eternal Paradox with Exciting New Features
Gala Games unveils Season 6 of Eternal Paradox, introducing new strategies and team dynamics. Players are encouraged to form guilds and optimize their resources.
China Forestry Executives Found Guilty of Market Misconduct
The Market Misconduct Tribunal finds China Forestry's former chairman and CEO guilty of false disclosures and insider trading.
Binance Announces Listing of Toncoin (TON) with Seed Tag
Binance is set to list Toncoin (TON) with the Seed Tag, opening trading for several spot pairs on August 8, 2024.
BitMEX Launches New Prediction Markets for Trump, Harris, Powell, and Gensler
BitMEX has introduced new prediction markets for Trump, Harris, Powell, and Gensler, offering traders opportunities to speculate on political and economic developments.
Binance Announces Scheduled Upgrade for Spot and Margin Trading Systems
Binance will perform a system upgrade on August 14, 2024, affecting Spot and Margin trading systems. Users can continue trading during the 10-minute upgrade.
BitMEX to List NEIROUSDT Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces the listing of NEIROUSDT perpetual swap with up to 10x leverage, available for trading starting August 13.
Binance to Support Metis (METIS) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance will suspend deposits and withdrawals on the Metis (METIS) network starting August 20, 2024, to support its network upgrade and hard fork.
NVIDIA Opens Applications for $60,000 Graduate Fellowship Awards
NVIDIA's Graduate Fellowship Program is now accepting applications, offering up to $60,000 for doctoral students in AI, machine learning, and more.
Binance to Delist Several Margin Trading Pairs on August 22, 2024
Binance announces the delisting of several margin trading pairs, including BICO/BTC and DAR/BTC, effective August 22, 2024.
BitMEX to List BANANAUSDT Perpetual Swap with 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces the listing of BANANAUSDT perpetual swap, offering traders up to 10x leverage starting August 16, 2024.
Binance Futures Announces 30,000 USDC Prize Pool in New Promotions
Binance Futures introduces three promotions with a 30,000 USDC prize pool, offering loss protection for new traders and rewards for trading volume.
BitMEX Lists BANANAUSDT Perpetual Swap with Up to 10x Leverage
BitMEX has launched the BANANAUSDT perpetual swap, allowing traders to leverage up to 10x. Trading began on August 16, 2024.
Binance to Support Injective (INJ) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance to suspend deposits and withdrawals for Injective (INJ) network during its upgrade and hard fork on August 20, 2024.
Binance to Delist Several Spot Trading Pairs Including ARKM/TUSD and CHZ/EUR
Binance announces the removal of several spot trading pairs, including ARKM/TUSD and CHZ/EUR, effective August 23, 2024.
AMD Unveils LM Studio 0.3 AI Assistant with Enhanced Ryzen AI and Radeon GPU Integration
AMD launches LM Studio 0.3, an offline AI assistant powered by Ryzen AI processors and Radeon GPUs, offering advanced features like easy-RAG.
BitMEX Lists SUNDOGUSDT Perpetual Swap with 50x Leverage
BitMEX has launched the SUNDOGUSDT perpetual swap, offering traders up to 50x leverage on the new listing.
BitMEX Lists DOGSUSDT Perpetual Swap with Up to 10x Leverage
BitMEX announces the listing of DOGSUSDT perpetual swap, offering up to 10x leverage for traders.
Binance to Delist Multiple Spot Trading Pairs Including ALCX/BTC and BCH/TUSD
Binance announces the delisting of several spot trading pairs including ALCX/BTC and BCH/TUSD, effective from August 30, 2024.
Binance to Support Flow (FLOW) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance will suspend Flow (FLOW) deposits and withdrawals on September 4 to support the network's upgrade and hard fork.
Binance Announces Scheduled Margin Trading System Upgrade
Binance Margin will undergo a scheduled system upgrade on August 28, 2024, impacting trading and transfer services for approximately 30 minutes.
Binance to Introduce New Trading Pairs and Trading Bots Services on Spot Market
Binance announces the addition of new trading pairs and Trading Bots services on its Spot market, enhancing user experience and trading options.
Binance P2P Offers 5,000 FDUSD to Users in Welcome Back Campaign
Binance P2P announces a promotional campaign offering 5,000 FDUSD in rewards for eligible users who have not traded since January 2024.
Bitfinex Rolls Out Version 1.102 With Key UI and Performance Enhancements
Bitfinex has released Version 1.102, featuring multiple improvements and fixes aimed at enhancing user experience and platform performance.
Binance Lists Eurite (EURI) on Convert and 'Buy Crypto'
Binance has added Eurite (EURI) to its Convert and 'Buy Crypto' platforms, enabling trading against BTC, USDT, and other tokens with zero fees.
Binance Margin Launches USDC Interest Fee Rebate Promotion
Binance Margin announces a promotion offering 130,000 USDC in interest fee rebates for eligible users who increase their margin trading volume.
Bohr Hard Fork Elevates BNB Smart Chain with Enhanced Efficiency and Scalability
The Bohr hard fork, scheduled for mainnet on September 26, brings significant upgrades to BNB Smart Chain, including BEP 341 for consecutive block production.
Binance Margin Introduces New Trading Pairs on Cross and Isolated Margin
Binance Margin has announced the addition of new trading pairs on both Cross and Isolated Margin, enhancing trading options for users.
Binance to Support Cardano (ADA) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance announces support for the upcoming Cardano (ADA) network upgrade and hard fork, temporarily suspending deposits and withdrawals.
BitMEX Announces Scheduled Downtime for Options Trading on September 1
BitMEX has announced a scheduled downtime for options trading on September 1, 2024, from 03:00 UTC to 05:00 UTC.
BitMEX Announces Upcoming Changes to Trading Parameters Effective September 2024
BitMEX will implement changes to minimum price increments, lot size, base initial margin, and maintenance margin of several contracts on September 6, 2024.
Binance Announces Futures Trading Carnival with 45 Million DOGS and NOT Tokens Up for Grabs
Binance Futures Trading Carnival offers eligible users a chance to win from a prize pool of 40 million DOGS and 5 million NOT token vouchers.
Binance Launches Zero-Fee Promotion for EUR Deposits and Trading Pairs
Binance introduces a zero-fee promotion for EUR deposits and spot trading pairs, available to eligible users from August 16 to September 16, 2024.
Paradigm Utilizes LangChain and LangSmith for Advanced AI-Driven Spreadsheets
Paradigm leverages LangChain and LangSmith to build, iterate, and monitor thousands of AI agents, enhancing their AI-driven spreadsheet capabilities.
EigenLayer Unveils EigenPod Upgrade to Enhance ETH Restaking
Eigen Labs introduces the EigenPod upgrade, a major update to EigenLayer, simplifying and rewarding native ETH restaking.
Binance to Support Horizen (ZEN) Network Upgrade on September 12, 2024
Binance announces support for the Horizen (ZEN) network upgrade, temporarily suspending deposits and withdrawals on September 12, 2024.
Binance to Support Optimism (OP) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance announces support for the Optimism (OP) network upgrade and hard fork, suspending deposits and withdrawals temporarily.
Ethereum Developers Discuss Pectra Upgrade and Resource Constraints in ACDC Call #141
Ethereum developers convened for ACDC call #141 to discuss updates to the Pectra upgrade and issues related to proof computation for home stakers.
BitMEX Implements Adjustments to Contract Specifications Including Margin Requirements
BitMEX has introduced changes to Minimum Price Increments, Lot Size, Base Initial Margin, and Maintenance Margin for several contracts.
Binance to Introduce New Trading Pairs and Trading Bots Services
Binance expands trading options with new pairs and trading bots services starting September 4, 2024, enhancing user experience.
Binance Launches Learn & Earn Program Offering RAD Rewards
Binance's Learn & Earn program allows KYC-verified users to earn RAD rewards by completing blockchain courses and quizzes.
Binance Futures to Launch USDⓈ-Margined QUICK Perpetual Contract with 75x Leverage
Binance Futures is set to launch a USDⓈ-Margined QUICK Perpetual Contract offering up to 75x leverage, enhancing trading options.
Binance Margin Introduces New Trading Pairs for Enhanced Portfolio Diversification
Binance Margin expands its offerings with new trading pairs on Cross and Isolated Margin, enhancing user experience and trading strategies.
Binance to Support Enjin Coin (ENJ) Network Upgrade on September 9, 2024
Binance announces the suspension of ENJ token deposits and withdrawals for a network upgrade on September 9, 2024. Trading activities will remain unaffected.
Binance to Delist Multiple Margin Trading Pairs on September 24, 2024
Binance will remove various cross and isolated margin trading pairs on September 24, 2024, impacting CHZ/FDUSD, CLV/BTC, and RAD/BTC pairs.
Binance to Support Terra Classic (LUNC) Network Upgrade on September 18, 2024
Binance announces support for the Terra Classic (LUNC) network upgrade, affecting deposits and withdrawals temporarily on September 18, 2024.
Biden's Budget Proposal Includes Crackdown on Crypto Wash Sales and Doubling of Capital Gains Tax for Certain Investors
U.S. President Joe Biden's fiscal 2024 budget plan proposes a crackdown on crypto wash sales and a doubling of the capital gains tax for certain investors, which could raise $24 billion. The proposed changes to crypto tax treatment aim to reduce the deficit by nearly $3 trillion over the next decade. The budget proposal seeks to eliminate the tax-loss harvesting strategy used by crypto traders, which allows them to sell assets at a loss for tax purposes before immediately repurchasing them. The proposal also aims to raise the capital gains tax rate for investors making at least $1 million to 39.6%.
BlackStar Seeks SEC Registration for On-Chain Stock Trading
BlackStar Enterprise Group plans to conduct over-the-counter stock trading on-chain and has sought registration with the SEC after two years of development and regulatory communication.
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.
Binance Introduces New BOME/USDC, JTO/USDC, and WIF/USDC Trading Pairs and Trading Bots Services
Starting April 5, 2024, Binance introduces new trading pairs and Spot Algo Orders Trading Bots to enhance trading efficiency and diversify portfolios.
Paradigm Challenges SEC's Authority in Lawsuit Against Binance
Paradigm, a venture capital firm, has filed an amicus brief in the SEC's ongoing lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The brief criticizes the SEC's approach, arguing that the agency is overstepping its regulatory boundaries. Paradigm emphasizes that the SEC's actions could have far-reaching implications for securities law.
JPMorgan Partners with DBS Group and Temasek to Develop Blockchain-Powered Trade Platform
JPMorgan has partnered with DBS Group Holdings and Singapore-based investment company Temasek to create a blockchain-enabled foreign exchange platform.
Ripple CEO Garlinghouse Foresees Ether ETF Approval, Critiques SEC's Approach
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse predicts the approval of an Ether ETF by the SEC, critiquing the commission's approach under Gary Gensler as a political liability and detrimental to the U.S. economy's growth.
ESPN and Autograph Sign First Multi-year NFT Deal
Multinational multimedia sports entertainment brand ESPN Inc. and Tom Brady-founded Web3 brand Autograph signed their first multi-year NFT agreement on Wednesday.
JPMorgan Chase Expands Crypto Trading Services to All Clients
JPMorgan chase bank has become the latest major bank in the US to offer all wealth management clients access to crypto funds.
Revolut Adds 29 New Tokens to Serve Clients in US
British fintech giant Revolut has announced the addition of 29 new tokens to serve its clients.
Crypto Exchange Bakkt Makes Public Trading Debut on NYSE
Shares of Bakkt started trading on the NYSE on Monday after completing a merger with SPAC VPC Impact Acquisition Holdings.
Coinbase ($COIN) Begins Trading on Nasdaq, Marking a Historic Moment for Crypto
Coinbase officially started trading its stock on the Nasdaq US Stock Exchange on Wednesday, April 14.
Cboe Digital Set to Launch Bitcoin and Ether Futures Trading in January 2024
Cboe Digital, the first US-regulated crypto native exchange, will launch Bitcoin and Ether futures trading, enhancing capital efficiency and market liquidity.
Ethereum Core Developers Set Electra Upgrade, Plan Dencun Activation
Ethereum All Core Developers Consensus Call #128 outlines Electra upgrade, Dencun activation, reward adjustments, and light client support enhancements for March 13, 2024, promoting network economics and continuous improvement.
Yearn.finance Appeals to Arbitrage Traders for $1.4 Million in Recovery Funds After Multisig Error
Yearn.finance seeks the return of $1.4 million from traders after a multisignature scripting error drained its treasury.
Brad Garlinghouse Lawyers Requests Documents from Binance in Ongoing Case with SEC
Brad Garlinghouse's lawyers have requested some documents from Binance to back its defence against the US SEC.
Binance to Launch New Trading Pairs Including DOGE, SHIB, PEPE, THETA, and AGIX
Binance announces the launch of new spot trading pairs and the expansion of trading bot services on its platform starting from March 7, 2024, aiming to enhance users' trading experience and provide a wider range of trading choices.
Mongolia’s Oldest Bank Will Soon Offer Comprehensive Crypto Services
Mongolia’s Trade & Development Bank (TDB Bank), one of the oldest and largest banks in the nation, has announced plans to enter the crypto space.
Swiss Retail Bank to Offer Cryptocurrency Services
PostFinance has partnered with Sygnum to offer customers cryptocurrency trading and storage services, including Bitcoin and Ether.
Solana to Replace Ethereum in Blockchain Gaming, Paradox Studios Founder Says
Compared to Ethereum’s Solidity language when developing play-to-earn (P2E) games, the ease of use of Solana’s building language- Rust will give Solana a competitive edge, according to AmioTalio.
Robinhood's Crypto Wallet Goes Live, Allowing Crypto Withdrawals for First 1,000 Users
Robinhood’s crypto wallet is officially live, allowing the first 1,000 users to make crypto withdrawals.
Ripple CEO Reveals Missing Key Factor for Crypto and XRP to Be the Infrastructure of the Next Global Financial System
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse explained what was crucial in the cryptocurrency sector for it to be revamped and integrated into the next global financial system.
Lightning Labs and Tari Labs agree to halt Taro protocol development
Lightning Labs and Tari Labs agreed to halt the development of the Taro protocol, after a temporary restraining order was converted into a preliminary injunction by the courts. The order was issued due to Tari Labs' claims that the name Taro infringed on its trademark rights. Lightning Labs is now unable to update or announce any milestones of the protocol until a court decision is reached.
Bitcoin Price Bull Run Intact Despite $1700 Price Dive on Sunday
The Bitcoin price went on a wild ride over the weekend, the bulls pushing the Bitcoin price up to $12,100, before the world’s biggest cryptocurrency plunged back to $10,640 within a matter of minutes.
Crypto Art Sales are Soaring as Non-Fungible Token (NFT) Market Gains Traction
Crypto art being bought and sold as ERC-721 non-fungible tokens (NFT) has been making headlines based on the record-breaking sales being witnessed.
Stellar (XLM) Development Foundation Delays Protocol 20 Upgrade Due to Core Bug
The Stellar Development Foundation has postponed the vote on Protocol 20, initially set for January 30, following the discovery of a bug in Stellar Core v20.1.0. The decision was made to ensure ecosystem readiness and broad consensus, with the new vote date to be determined after the bug fix release, expected within the next two weeks.
Wintermute Rolls out Crypto OTC Trading Platform for Institutional Clients
The new over the counter platform is expected to supplement Wintermute’s existing OTC API trading platform.
Alonzo Smart Contract Upgrade Goes Live on Cardano
The Alonzo Hardfork with its accompanying capability for smart contracts has gone live on the Cardano blockchain.
Cryptocurrency Has No Inherent Worth, But Creates Trading Opportunities for Businesses, Says Man Group CEO
Luke Ellis, the CEO of Man Group, admitted that cryptocurrencies have no inherent value, but their volatility makes them good trading instruments.
Regulator Offers Conditional Approval to SoFi Bank, despite Crypto Asset Activities
American online personal finance company Social Finance has obtained conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to establish SoFi Bank, National Association.
BNY Mellon Joins the Marco Polo Network to Develop a More Open and Connected Trade Finance Network
The Marco Polo Network announced a new strategic partnership with the Bank of New York Mellon (BNY Mellon) to create a vast financial atmosphere that will ensure economic as well as trade growth, making BNY Mellon a member of the top network of financial institutions which leverage blockchain technology for trade finance.
Is Bitcoin Going To Experience Its Biggest Weekly Loss Of 2019 This Week?
For the first time in over six months, Bitcoin’s acceptance has been below key support. Yesterday, the prices plummeted below a four-month low of $7800 and this phase of price volatility lingers.
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.
OKEx Delves Deeper Into Indian Crypto Space with CoinDCX Partnership
OKEx, a leading Malta-based crypto exchange, has shown its resilience to penetrate the Indian crypto market despite the roaming uncertainties based on its partnership with CoinDCX, the nation’s biggest crypto trading platform.
Bank of China Achieves Groundbreaking $14 Million e-CNY CBDC Settlement in Gold
The Bank of China's Shanghai branch successfully settled a $14 million e-CNY CBDC for gold, marking a significant advancement in digital currency's role in international trade.
Revolut Launches Cryptocurrency Exchange Services in Singapore
British Fintech firm Revolut has launched a digital currency trading service in Singapore amid a tightening regulation from regulators.
Proposal to Amend Cryptocurrency Leverage Regulations in Japan
JCBA has proposed to JVCEA to amend the leverage ratio regulations in cryptocurrency margin trading, advocating for the application of corporate leverage calculation methods to individual transactions as well. The proposal aims to align the crypto market's leverage regulations with other derivative markets and possibly re-attract users who shifted to overseas exchanges for higher leverage.
First Jury Hearing in OpenSea Insider Trading Case
Former OpenSea product manager Nathaniel Chastain faces charges of wire fraud and money laundering for allegedly using insider knowledge to buy and sell NFTs for a profit. The case may have a significant impact on the legal classification of NFTs, with concerns that they could be labeled as securities.
Former OpenSea Staff Asks Court to Withdraw Insider Trading Charges
Following the indictment of Nathaniel Chastain, a former Head of Product at the NFT marketplace OpenSea, a new petition has now been filed by his lawyers, requesting the court to dismiss the case as it lacks merit.
May 7: The Traders' War... New vs Seasoned...
Bitcoin is now up close to 3% past 24 hours as it spiked through $9400 for a bit even as U.S. equities traded poorly, leaving me with the thesis that BTC is starting to break away from moving in lockstep with S&P 500 until and after the havling event. In fact, the 1-year rolling correlation between Gold and Bitcoin is nearing all-time high, so we could start seeing it behave more like Digital Gold.
BNB Smart Chain (BSC) Advances with BEP 336: Introducing Blob Transactions for Enhanced Network Performance
BNB Smart Chain introduces BEP 336 upgrade, inspired by Ethereum's EIP 4844, to optimize data storage and reduce transaction costs, preparing for a network performance boost.
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.
Billionaire Steve Cohen Removes Investment from Crypto Startup Radkl
Billionaire Steve Cohen has removed his investment from cryptocurrency trading startup Radkl.
Father of two facing the dire prospect of losing his family forever
A two-year bitcoin trading addiction cost a Redditor $180,000 and maybe his wife and family.
Aave Price Surges 76% in One Week, DeFi Tokens to Move Higher as Institutional Adoption Increases
Aave (AAVE), one of the leading cryptocurrencies in the DeFi sector has seen its price reversal surge up to 76 percent in the past week.
15,000 Bitcoins Transferred to Exchange Wallets Caught in Action: What Does This Mean for the Market?
According to the tweet shared by Whale Alert, in the last 24 hours, there have been transactions of 15,000 Bitcoins worth $99,702,423 from unknown wallets to different exchange wallets like Binance, OKEx, Coinbase, and Phoenix.
Africa Records the Largest Bitcoin P2P Volume Growth
Africa continues to stamp its authority in the crypto space based on the significant Bitcoin peer-to-peer volume growth witnessed in the continent.
HashKey Group Secures Licenses from Regulator to Operate Virtual Asset Trading Platform
Hong Kong-based digital assets company HashKey Group announced it has secured regulatory approval from the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (SEC) to operate a virtual asset trading platform.
Accenture Forms Strategic Partnership with TradeIX, Joining the Marco Polo Network
Professional services firm Accenture has partnered with TradeIX to create new use cases for the buyers and sellers in the trade finance market. TradeIX, a trade finance blockchain startup, previously launched the Marco Polo Network along with R3.
BondbloX Secures $6M in Series B Funding Led by Beacon Venture Capital
Singapore-based FinTech company BondEvalue has raised $6 million in a Series B funding round, led by Beacon Venture Capital and supported by MassMutual Ventures and Citigroup. The funding will expand BondbloX Bond Exchange, a distributed ledger technology that democratizes bond market access through fractional and full-size trading.
“We Can’t Let China Beat Us,” Document shows US Regulators Want to Pass a National Blockchain Bill
Lawmakers in the US are coaxing the federal government to consider a national blockchain strategy for regulation and growth, citing China’s Blockchain Service Network as an example.
NFT Market Sees Upward Trend with Steady Increase in Weekly Ethereum Volumes
The NFT market has seen a significant recovery, with weekly Ethereum volumes increasing from 29,704 ETH to 68,342 ETH, with marketplaces like Blur and BAYC experiencing high trade activity.
Thai Regulator Warns Against Unlicensed Crypto Firms as Cryptocurrency Trading Ramps Up
As cryptocurrency trading ramps up in the region, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand (SEC) warns investors against unregulated crypto players.
What Ripple Thinks of Flare Networks, as Whether Tokens Already Minted for Spark Token Airdrop Questioned
Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse expressed excitement for what the smart contract utility fork Flare Networks had in store.
Goldman Sachs Predicts Booming Blockchain Asset Trading in Coming Years
Goldman Sachs predicts a substantial increase in blockchain-based asset trading in the next 1-2 years, indicating a transformative shift in financial markets and growing interest in digital assets.
Singapore Regulators and Banks Develop Crypto Customer Screening Standards
Singapore's monetary authority and police forces are collaborating with traditional banks to optimize their procedures for opening accounts for digital asset service providers. After six months, results and conclusions for risk management and due diligence will be published. The guidelines will cover stablecoins, NFTs, and transferable gaming or streaming credits, with banks reserving the right to make decisions based on their own risk assessment.
Bitcoin is Showing Short-Term Weakness, says Crypto Analyst
Crypto analyst Carl Martin has noted that Bitcoin is showing signs of weakness in the short term.
Terraform Labs Seeks Citadel Securities' Trading Data amid SEC Lawsuit
Terraform Labs has filed a motion against Citadel Securities seeking critical trading data for its defense in a lawsuit by the SEC. The case revolves around market destabilization allegations during the May 2022 Depeg event of TerraUSD stablecoin. The motion urges disclosure of trading strategies between March and May 2022, amidst indications of Citadel Securities' alleged intentions to short UST. Terraform Labs stresses the documents' importance in countering the SEC's fraud allegations, proposing a transfer to another court for a decision if necessary.
Japanese Crypto Trading Activity Fell as COVID-19 Pandemic Hit in March
The Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association has reported that during the COVID-19 pandemic there has been a decline in active crypto-trading in Japan.
India’s Central Bank Clears the Air on Cryptocurrencies not Being Outlawed
India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has stated that it had not prohibited cryptocurrencies, such as Ethereum and Bitcoin, in the nation as it only highlighted the risks linked to crypto trading to regulated entities like banks.
Purpose Ether ETF Inflowed Surge Past 50,000 ETH
The world’s first Ether Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) by Purpose Investments surpassed 50,000 ETH recently.
Vodafone DAB and Chainlink Labs Unveil Blockchain Solution to Streamline Global Trade
Vodafone's Digital Asset Broker and Chainlink Labs, in partnership with Sumitomo Corporation and InnoWave, have developed a proof of concept to improve the global trade ecosystem. The initiative aims to facilitate the seamless exchange of trade documents across various platforms and blockchains, reducing fragmentation and inefficiencies. The collaboration uses Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol for security and interoperability, paving the way for smart contract, blockchain, and AI applications.
DeFi Liquidity Project Paradigm Labs Shuts Down, Unable to Find Niche in DEX Ecosystem
The ambitious DeFi liquidity project, Paradigm labs are shutting down its operations citing an inability to build a resilient business within the DEX ecosystem.
Hong Kong to Submit Virtual Asset OTC Trading Licensing Scheme Bill
Hong Kong's Financial Secretary, Christopher Hui, plans to introduce a licensing scheme for virtual asset OTC trading platforms to combat crime and promote transparency in digital transactions.
Former OneCoin Executive Charged with Fraud
Irina Dilkinska, a former executive of fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme OneCoin, has been charged with wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Dilkinska faces up to 40 years in prison and is accused of aiding in the laundering of over $400 million of OneCoin's proceeds.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Criticizes India’s New Bill Seeking to Ban Crypto Trading
Ripple CEO has responded to reports that India intends to introduce a ban on crypto trading.
Bitcoin ATMs Installation Growth Dropped Sharply in September
The number of Bitcoin Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) installed globally is currently being affected by the current state of the crypto economy
Romania's ICI Bucharest Launches NFT Trading Platform for Web3 Adoption
ICI Bucharest has announced the launch of its in-house NFT trading platform, ICI D|Services, on April 26. The platform aims to facilitate the adoption of Web3 in Romania and connect private and public sector institutions and users. ICI Bucharest has been exploring blockchain and nonfungible tokens as the space gains traction globally.
Australian Securities Exchange Partners with VMware to Go Blockchain in 2021
A recent press release shows a new agreement with the NYSE listed companies namely VMware and Digital Asset holding and the ASX for the replacement of the CHESS system by 2021.
Binance Fan Token Announces PORTO Trading Competition
Binance Fan Token has launched the PORTO Trading Competition, offering users the chance to trade on PORTO spot trading pairs and earn up to $750 in PORTO Gift Cards. New users can also receive a $5 PORTO Gift Card for registering using the "PORTOTC" referral code or link, totaling $7,500.
Hong Kong Brokers Seek SFC Clearance Before Virtual Asset Trading Law
Regional brokers and investment managers have sought licensing guidance ahead of new regulations. Retail investors may trade digital assets with high market capitalization and liquidity. Digital asset trading is confined to experienced investors and traders with at least $1 million in bankable assets.
Binance Accelerates LUNC Burn, Fuels Market Optimism with Over 49 Billion Tokens Burned
Binance's recent burning of 5.57 billion Terra Luna Classic tokens has significantly reduced LUNC supply, leading to a 7% increase in LUNC and USTC prices.
Paradigm Targets Record-Breaking $850M Raise for New Crypto Fund
Paradigm is in talks to secure up to $850 million for a new fund, potentially marking the largest crypto-focused fundraise since May 2022.
Crypto Exchange Trading Volumes Hit a Monthly High of $348 Billion in November
New data by CoinGecko reveals that the monthly trading volumes across crypto exchanges surged to an all-time high of $348 billion in November.
Ontario Teachers Pension Floats with FTX Trading amid Crypto Volatility
Despite market volatility and a recent decline in value, Ontario Teachers Pension has continued embracing its crypto business investments.
Chinese Police Discover Illegal Bitcoin Mining Activity in Mysterious Graves
Police in China recently discovered illegal Bitcoin mining, which was buried underneath a local cemetery. Power losses within the area caused the initial suspicion. A Chinese oil field company submitted a tip to the local police requesting them to investigate suspicious power losses in the northern city of Daqing, Heilongjiang province. The police officers arrived at the scene and spotted mysterious two grave mounds lying in the field.
Robinhood Lists USDC as First Stablecoin on Trading Platform
Robinhood has adopted the second-largest stablecoin for trading transactions.
Binance Partners with Brave to Enable Seamless Crypto Trading on Web Browser
Crypto giant Binance partners with blockchain-based web browser Brave. Such a partnership enables over 12 million monthly Brave users to obtain deposit addresses, view their crypto balances, and sell, buy, and trade crypto assets without leaving the browser.
Donald Trump's NFT Success Unveils Former President's Crypto Ventures
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has made significant strides in the NFT market, as revealed in a recent financial disclosure form submitted to the Office of Government Ethics.
Trump NFT Floor Price Surges on Indictment News
The official licensed Trump Digital Trading Cards NFT project's floor price rose to 0.6 ETH ($1090) after a New York Grand Jury voted to indict former President Donald Trump. The price has since fallen back to around 0.51 ETH, still higher than its initial mint price of $99. Q1 2023 saw $4.7 billion worth of NFT trading volume, more than double that of the previous quarter, with Ethereum accounting for $4.1 billion worth of the volume.
Ripple's CEO Discloses to Spend over $100m Fighting Legal Battle with SEC
Brad Garlinghouse, Ripple's CEO, has disclosed that the company will need to spend over $100 million on lawsuits with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for regulation issues.
Crypto Firms Join Forces to Push for Stratum V2 Bitcoin Mining Upgrades
Spiral and Braiins lead efforts along with an industry working group to upgrade the current Stratum V1 protocol for miners.
$100,000 Forecasted as the Largest Strike Price for Bitcoin Options this Year, Analysis Predict
The biggest strike price for BTC options is $100,000 with an open interest (OI) of $500 million.
Fonbnk and Tanda Partner to Launch Airtime Trading Marketplace in East Africa
Fonbnk and Tanda have partnered to launch an airtime trading marketplace in East Africa, allowing micro-entrepreneurs to earn revenue and store their profits in dollarized stablecoins. The partnership increases liquidity in the marketplace through the buying and selling of prepaid airtime for profit, providing more earning opportunities and creating a growth flywheel effect through improved liquidity and marketplace efficiency.
Grayscale Announces the Launch of its Diversified Crypto Investment System for Trading
Grayscale Investments, the American-based crypto management fund, announced a plan to launch its diversified crypto investment system for trading. This investment product is known as Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund (GDLCF), and trading will begin in no distant time with access to US securities.
Ethereum Testnet Successfully Upgrades for Upcoming Shanghai Hard Fork
Ethereum's Sepolia testnet has undergone a successful upgrade simulating the upcoming Shanghai hard fork expected to take place on the mainnet in March. The upgrade, called "Shapella", allows validators to withdraw their staked Ether and rewards on the execution layer.
Ethereum's Dencun Upgrade: Catalyst for Ecosystem Expansion and Price Surge in 2024
The Ethereum network is poised for significant growth in 2024, thanks to the Dencun Upgrade, which aims to enhance network efficiency, scalability, and decrease transaction costs.
ConsolFreight Releases New Proof Of Concept To Advance The Role Of Logistics Providers In Trade Finance
"Banks are short-sighted in determining and validating the value of the goods being financed. They have drawn a very distinctive line between Logistics and Financial institutions, where the value of the assets is entirely disconnected from the process. Thus, leaving an untapped market of unfulfilled credit demand estimated at $1.6 trillion," says ConsolFreight's CEO, Ernesto Vila.
Crypto Trading Income eToro Spikes to $264 Million in Q2
eToro has posted a massive increase in cryptocurrency income that accounts for 73% for its entire trading commissions in the second quarter 2021. The company’s latest financial results provide more evidence that the cryptocurrency boom is more than just hype.
Litecoin Trading Volume Spikes 55% After Pornhub Adds LTC As New Payment Method
The transaction volume of Litecoin spiked by 55% two days after Pornhub added LTC as a new mode of payment.
U.S. Democrats Propose Bill to Restrict Russian Crypto Use amid Ukraine Crisis
U.S. Democratic senators have proposed a bill that intends to impose sanctions on foreign cryptocurrency companies that have partnerships with Russian entities, preventing them from bypassing U.S. sanctions.
Ethereum’s Price Going through the Roof, Subject to Renewed Interest from Short-Term Traders
Ethereum’s surge to historic highs has renewed the discussion of whether the altcoin season is back as short-term traders' interest soars.
Uniswap Deploys V3 Smart Contracts on Major Ethereum Testnets Ahead of Network Upgrade
Uniswap has announced the deployment of Uniswap V3 Core and periphery smart contracts on the Ethereum network.
OKEx Adds Ether Options to Help Crypto Traders Exploit Market Volatility
Cryptocurrency exchange OKEx announced that it is adding two new services to its platform. The Malta-based exchange launched its ETH (Ether) options contracts on June 4. The exchange also announced that it will launch the EOS/USD options on June 18. The company also stated that they have placed 1000 Ether in the Ether options insurance funds to prevent any possible clawback. The exchange is one of the largest cryptocurrency trading and derivative platforms.
Axie Infinity Transitions its P2E Gaming Platform to a New Game Mode
Online pay-to-earn (P2E) gaming platform Axie Infinity has announced the transition of its gaming mode from classical to a better-developed one dubbed Axie Infinity Origin
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.
Polkadot Reports Q3 Growth: New Parachains, Staking Metrics, and Technical Upgrades
Polkadot's ecosystem saw significant expansion in Q3 2023, with the addition of five new parachains, a rise in staking metrics, and major technical upgrades. The total volume of staked DOT increased to 663 million, and the platform recorded more than 190 million on-chain events. The quarter also saw the introduction of native USDC and a 20% quarter-on-quarter rise in XCM messages.
Bakkt Platform Launched: Trades 71 Bitcoin Futures Contracts in 24 Hours
ICE’s historical data on Bakkt’s Bitcoin/USD futures contract trading reveals that the platform traded 71 BTC at press time, with the last trading price recorded at $9,875 per Bitcoin.
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.
Trade Finance Platform We.Trade on the Brink of Liquidation, Report says
We.trade, a trade finance platform, established as a joint venture among multinational firms, including 12 banks is on the brink of liquidation, local media reports.
LedgerX “Not Yet Approved” by CFTC to Launch Physical Bitcoin Futures
The United States Commodities and Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) confirmed that LedgerX has not yet been approved to offer physically-settled Bitcoin futures in contrary to previous announcements.
How Triffic is Gamifying Advertising for Local Businesses
Entering the world of cryptocurrency can be a daunting prospect for newcomers, with several practical and psychological barriers to overcome. Most people who’ve heard of Bitcoin are aware of its notorious volatility, and in some cases, of negative headlines associated with cryptocurrencies, such as the risk of hacks and losing private keys.
Can Coinbase Run with the Crypto Bulls? Network Congestion Delays Bitcoin Withdrawals
Coinbase has again experienced technical difficulties during heavy crypto trading, this time announcing delays in BTC withdrawals. Can the exchange keep up with the bull run?
Canadian Regulators Warns Crypto Firms Against Gambling-Style Advertisements
Canadian market regulators have warned cryptocurrency service providers against those to mislead investors through their gambling style advertisements.
Binance Announces System Upgrade for Improved Performance and Stability
Binance, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced a scheduled system upgrade to enhance overall performance and stability. During the upgrade, users may experience temporary disruptions in services such as new user registrations, logins, and trading. However, the exchange assures users that their funds will remain secure throughout the process.
Bitget's Gracy Chen Praises Binance's Copy Trading Launch
Major cryptocurrency exchanges are adopting crypto copy trading, with Binance launching its feature on October 9, 2023. Bitget, a pioneer in this field since 2020, sees this trend as a validation of its early foresight. Bitget's Gracy Chen highlights their platform's success, boasting over 57 million profitable trades and a community of 650,000 traders and followers. Binance's entry, coupled with a promotional campaign, underscores a growing industry focus on simplifying crypto trading for newcomers, possibly spurring broader crypto and blockchain adoption.
OKX Announces Listing of Aevo for Spot Trading, Expanding Derivatives Offerings
OKX has announced the listing of Aevo (AEVO), a derivatives-focused L2 platform, for spot trading, with the trading schedule starting from March 12, 2024.
MATIC: Polygon zkEVM Prepares for Dragon Fruit Upgrade
Polygon ($MATIC) has announced its Dragon Fruit upgrade on September 10, ForkID5, which introduces the latest Ethereum opcode, PUSH0, and a non-critical RLP parsing bug fix. The upgrade will be implemented on Polygon's zkEVM Mainnet Beta, with a 10-day timelock for users and developers.
Paysafe Halts EUR Deposits for Binance Users: What You Need to Know
Paysafe Payment Solutions Limited has abruptly stopped processing EUR deposits for Binance users. The decision affects several Binance services, including spot trading and auto-invest plans. Users are advised to convert their EUR balances to USDT by October 31, 2023, or withdraw them to their bank accounts.
HK SFC Details JPEX Probe; CEO Affirms Hong Kong's Web3 Commitment
Hong Kong's SFC has provided a detailed timeline of its investigation into the fraudulent activities of the unlicensed virtual asset trading platform JPEX. Despite the ongoing case, SFC CEO Leung Fung-yee reaffirms that Hong Kong's commitment to developing a Web3 ecosystem will not waver.
Bitcoin's Taproot Upgrade Goes Live: Here are Expected Changes
The Bitcoin Network's Taproot Upgrade has gone live at a block height of 709,632.
Hiccups Surface as Bellatrix Upgrade Sets Stage for Ethereum Merge
With the much-anticipated merge being around the corner, the Bellatrix upgrade went live, curtain raising for this event.
US District Judge Rules in Favor of Custodial Arrangement for bZx DAO Members
A US district judge has ruled that bZx DAO transactions are custodial due to the ability for developers to upgrade a smart contract where the key is held by a single developer, as highlighted in a class-action lawsuit against bZx DAO and others. This may impact DeFi platforms that use multisigs and require them to obtain custody licenses to comply with the law.
May 15: The Year of Bitcoin Options?
Happy Friday! BTC up 3% in the past 24 hours, flirting $9,900, teasing the market at the $10K psychological level. In the last few days, I noticed BTC weakness from the start of Asia session followed by buying activity when the U.S. woke up, driven primarily by spot buying (futures curve still relatively flat).
Australia Breaks Into Top 3 Nations for Crypto ATM
Australia has 234 crypto ATMs, third worldwide behind the US and Canada. Australia has added 16 ATMs since Jan. 1, while Spain has lost 4 and El Salvador hasn't.
Sub-Saharan Africa Dethrones Northern America as the Top Bitcoin Adoption Spot
Sub-Saharan Africa has been the top Bitcoin adoption spot for 181 consecutive weeks after edging out Northern America, as revealed by Arcane Research.
LocalBitcoins Hits New Milestone, Reaching 200,000 Mobile App Downloads
LocalBitcoins, the world’s leading P2P Bitcoin marketplace, is scaling the heights because its mobile app available on iOS and Android surpassed 200,000 downloads, with 5 more languages incorporated.
Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading Volumes Go Through the Roof
History has been made with $34.8k BTC and $1,090 ETH with both Bitcoin and Ethereum recording new all time highs in trading volume.
Cryptocurrency Detective ZachXBT Uncovers Unusual ETH Withdrawals for MTG Cards
ZachXBT's analysis of cryptocurrency transactions involving the withdrawal of over 11,200 ETH, equivalent to $25 million, raises questions about the source and intent of these funds.
Binance Exchange Halts Major Crypto Services in Singapore
Binance has announced that with effect from October 26, users from Singapore will not be able to access the most basic functions of the Binance.com platform
Invesco Mutual Fund Files to the India‘s SEC to Invest in Blockchain Fund
The fund management giant Invesco Mutual Fund has submitted documents to the SEC of India to invest in Invesco Elwood Global Blockchain UCITS Exchange Traded Fund.
April 20: Too Many Have Missed the ETH Lining Because They're Expecting BTC
Trading Crypto with Eugene is a series of daily commentary on the crypto market and trading advice from Eugene Ng of Matrixport, a veteran trader with 10 years of experience in top-tier global investment banks. Hope you find it helpful!
Colombian Bank Banco de Bogotá to Support Customers to Transfer funds to Crypto Exchange
Colombia-based commercial bank Banco de Bogotá will support customers to transfer funds to cryptocurrency exchanges for trading through its banking services.
New Revolutionary Trading Platform Allows You to Trade 48 Forex, Indices, Commodities and Cryptocurrency Markets with Your Bitcoin!
Geco.one brings Bitcoin holders the ability to enter the Forex, Indices and Commodities markets - as well as of course the Cryptocurrency markets, for the first time by simply depositing Bitcoin.
Ethereum Leads ahead of Traditional Markets Performance over the Past 30 Days
The London Hardfork or EIP 1559 upgrade that got activated in August seems to have boosted Ethereum’s performance in the last 30 days.
South Korean University to Present NFT Certificates for Graduates
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), a top private university in Suwon, South Korea, seeks to present NFT certificates to three excellent graduates at the graduation ceremony.
Binance's Market Dominance Challenged as OKX and Upbit Gain Ground
The 2023 CEX Market Report shows Binance's dominance diminishing as OKX and Upbit gain market share. Factors like on-chain data, user growth, and social media presence contribute to the evolving CEX landscape.
Decline in Cryptocurrency ATMs in 2023: A Global Perspective
In 2023, the global number of Bitcoin ATMs decreased by 11.1%, marking the first decline in a decade, with the U.S. being the largest host, contrasting with growth in the EU and other regions.
Ripple to Explore IPO after SEC Lawsuit, CEO Discloses
Blockchain payments firm Ripple Labs Inc CEO Brad Garlinghouse disclosed the firm will consider moves to float its IPO after the suit is done with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
SEC Charges Disgraced Lobbyist Jack Abramoff With Fraud for AML Bitcoin ICO
Political lobbyist Jack Abramoff and Marcus Andrade, CEO of the NAC Foundation, have been charged with fraud by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for misrepresenting their token’s compliance. The pair also face criminal charges with the Department of Justice (DOJ) for money laundering.
BitTrade Announces First-Ever Domestic Listing of EOS
BitTrade, Japan's cryptocurrency exchange, will be listing EOS, a decentralized application platform, for the first time domestically starting September 13, 2023. EOS is used for smart contracts, staking, NFT purchases, and game payments.
Communist Party of China: Members Can Show Allegiance Through Blockchain
The Communist Party of China is offering a new app, whereby members will be in a position to show their loyalty by noting down the reasons for joining. The answers will be stored on a perpetual distributed ledger.
Brazil’s Bank BTG Pactual Launches Crypto Trading Platform
BTG Pactual has confirmed the official launch of its crypto platform, Mynt. The platform supports the trading of Bitcoin, Ether, Solana, Polkadot, and Cardano.
The Biggest Cryptocurrency Exchanges In 2021
It can be extremely scary to invest in cryptocurrencies especially for a new time investor due to the constant news they hear about scams.
InfStones aims to simplify ETH staking through Shappella upgrade
InfStones is offering a new Ethereum validator service that allows users to launch validator nodes for staking with just a few clicks. The platform is targeting both users and institutional investors by providing a simpler way to stake their tokens, with the added benefit of being able to stake less than 32 ETH after the Shappella upgrade. However, there has been a slight decline in Ethereum staking deposits due to regulatory pressure and the upcoming upgrade.
Celebrities, Crypto, and Controversy: The Fallout of FTX's Bankruptcy
Tom Brady, the quarterback for the New England Patriots and winner of seven Super Bowls, served as an ambassador for the FTX bitcoin and crypto exchange, According to New York Times.
Bitcoin Price Surges Over the $10,000 Mark—Traders Expect it to Edge Higher
Bitcoin price crossed the $10,000 mark on July 26, reaching its highest level in almost two months. Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around the $10,248 level at press time. The last time Bitcoin was at the $10K level was on June 10.
Luxury Luggage Brand Hermes Files for Crypto, NFT and Metaverse Trademarks
In December last year, luxury giant Hermes sued NFT project MetaBirkins for allegedly using its brand to sell digital collectables, joining other luxury fashion companies trying to gain a foothold in the virtual online world.
US Banking Giant Patents AI Fact Checker to Simplify Investing in Crypto
Capital One Services, a subsidiary of US banking giant Capital One has patented a new artificial intelligence system to guide human cryptocurrency traders through the complicated world of misinformation in the digital assets space.
Ripple Gains Major Payments Institution License from Singapore's Monetary Authority
Ripple, a leading enterprise in blockchain and crypto solutions, has secured a Major Payments Institution (MPI) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). This follows the in-principle approval granted to Ripple in June 2023. The license will enable Ripple to continue offering regulated digital payment token services in Singapore, a key market for the company.
Washington D.C. Attorney Faces SEC Insider Trading Charges
Romero Cabral da Costa Neto, a visiting attorney at a global law firm, has been charged with insider trading by the SEC, alleging he accessed confidential information about Swedish Orphan Biovitrum's acquisition of CTIC and purchased over 10,000 shares.
Fujitsu Files Trademark for Crypto Brokerage Services
Japanese tech giant Fujitsu has filed a trademark application for a new branding that aims to offer financial services, including cryptocurrency brokerage services, to customers. Fujitsu has been showing growing interest in Web3 technology and launched a Web3 acceleration platform in February to support startups and partner companies in creating a diverse ecosystem of Web3 applications. The move comes as financial regulators in Japan call for stricter banking rules for the crypto sector.
AI-Powered Cryptocurrency Trading - Tips and Tricks
AI-powered trading bots can help manage your crypto portfolio by analyzing real-time trading signals and identifying potential opportunities. However, they lack human judgment and can miss important information. To use AI-powered trading, invest in a good trading platform, use a trading robot, develop a strategy, and monitor your trades. Use secure wallets, decentralized exchanges, and AI trading bots that combine data analytics with predictive algorithms to minimize risks and maximize profits.
Binance to Disable Multiple Old Deposit Addresses
Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, is retiring selected deposit addresses and memos on various blockchains, including Ether, Tron, BNB, and Stellar, as part of its infrastructure upgrade. The exchange encourages impacted users to obtain new addresses and memos to enhance security and efficiency, and the migration is scheduled for April to June 2023.
Coinbase Finally Sets Up Crypto Trading Services in India
The establishment of a local foothold follows Coinbase’s acquisition of the Indian-based AI-powered support platform Agara.
Bitget creates an AI-powered crypto trading tool
Bitget, an influential entity in the fields of crypto derivatives and copy trading, has introduced a novel tool called the Martingale AI trading bot. This AI-powered innovation is engineered to help its users trade cryptocurrencies with higher efficiency.
Ethereum Hits Major Bullish Milestones in Anticipation of the ETH 2.0 Staking Upgrade
Ethereum wallets containing 32 more or more ETH, the amount needed to stake a validator node under the upcoming ETH 2.0 upgrade has hit an all-time high. The number of Ethereum network balances with 32 ETH or more has been nearing 120,000, in anticipation of the proposed ETH 2.0 update. Validating nodes will be replacing miners in the current proof-of-work system to validate transactions to maintain the Ethereum blockchain. Over the year, the number of wallets holding at least 32 ETH has risen around 15 percent, according to Nansen AI. Although the ETH 2.0 upgrade has been delayed several times, the major upgrade is expected to be deployed in July.
Crypto Trading Lesson 1 - Understanding the Fundamentals: Probability
Trading is a multifaceted activity that necessitates a profound understanding of various concepts and strategies. While the ultimate objective of trading is to generate profits, achieving this goal entails more than just the basic principle of buying low and selling high. The core concepts of trading encompass probabilities, risk management, opportunity identification, relative mispricing, and more.
Blockchain-based Games Rallied Up 2,000% in One Year, DappRadar’s Latest Report Shows
Despite setbacks, blockchain games are dominating in the DApp industry. Sutdy from DappRadar shows blockchain-based games has risen by 2,000% since Q1 of 2021.
Crypto Scams Have Swindled At Least $1B From Nearly 50,000 People Since 2021 - FTC
Despite crypto penetrating the masses from Bitcoin ATMs to Super Bowl ads, scams in this sector have been going through the roof because more than $1 billion has been lost since 2021, according to a study by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Trademark Applications Show Western Union Entering Crypto Space
Western Union has registered trademark applications associated with cryptocurrency and related financial instruments.
Ethereum's Shapella Upgrade Complete
Ethereum's Shapella upgrade has been successfully completed, allowing validators to withdraw their staked Ether on the Beacon chain. Over 44% of active validators have the ability to request partial or full withdrawals, with most withdrawals being for staking rewards. Major exchanges have announced their support for ETH unstaking, with several already processing withdrawal requests.
Breaking: Coinbase, a16z, and Ledger Back New Texas Alliance Advocating for Clear Digital Asset Regulations
The Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas, backed by industry leaders like a16z crypto, Bain Capital Crypto, Blockchain Capital, Coinbase, Ledger, and Paradigm, is launching a campaign to establish transparent and consistent digital asset regulations in Texas. The alliance aims to provide insights and guidance to regulators and industry stakeholders, fostering innovation and protecting consumers. The alliance is expected to grow and play a more influential role in the Texas legislative process.
Nigeria Releases New Rules Classifying Crypto as Securities
In a move that might boost crypto trading in Nigeria, the nation’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has rolled out “rules on issuance, offering platforms, and custody of digital assets” for virtual firms.
Paradigm Bags Record-breaking $2.5b for Largest Crypto Venture Fund
Crypto investment firm Paradigm One smashed a previous record of $2.2 billion with $2.5 billion for the largest cryptocurrency venture fund ever.
Coinbase CEO Criticizes Singapore's Aim to Become a Web3 Hub at Expense of Crypto Trading
Armstrong seems to say that Singapore can’t become a Web3 hub while doing away with cryptocurrency.
How is CoinMarketCap Combating Fake Crypto Trading Volumes with its New Liquidity Metric?
Crypto data aggregator, CoinMarketCap (CMC), held its inaugural large-scale event, The Capital, bringing together leading stakeholders in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space. Held at the Victoria Theatre in Singapore on Nov. 12-13, CMC released its new metrics for assessing liquidity for the industry to solve the problem of volume inflation caused by crypto exchanges and market makers
PayPal’s Crypto Trading Services Officially Launch in the United States, Driving Bitcoin’s Price Past 16K
PayPal’s crypto services are officially available for use in the United States. In response to the announcement, Bitcoin's price spiked and pushed past $16K.
Binance Announces Removal of Multiple Trading Pairs Including BAT, CVX, FORTH
Binance delists 22 spot trading pairs in three phases, starting at 05:00 UTC on September 8, 2023. Users are advised to update or cancel their bots and convert BUSD assets into other available assets before February 2024.
Ethereum Mainnet Gears Up for Dencun Upgrade: Lower Fees and Enhanced Efficiency
thereum's Dencun mainnet upgrade is set for March 13, 2024, introducing data blobs and protodanksharding to enhance network efficiency and reduce fees.
Dwpbank to Offer Bitcoin to 1,200 German Banks
Deutsche WertpapierService Bank (Dwpbank) is launching wpNex, a platform that will offer Bitcoin to its affiliates’ retail customers without requiring additional Know Your Customer procedures. The platform will also include other cryptocurrencies, digital assets, and tokenized securities in the future.
NFT, Metaverse Trademark Applications for 2022 Has Surpassed 2021
According to US Trademark lawyer Mike Kondoudis, the Web3.0 and Metaverse trademark-related applications for this year have already surpassed the total recorded in 2021.
XRP Gains 36 Percent as Ripple Sees Rise in Active Addresses
Data analytics firm Santiment posted last week about the steady increase in wallet addresses for Ripple. The insight proves bullish for the firm’s native token, which has risen 36 percent since March 2020.
Zero-commission Trading Platform Robinhood is Valued at $32B amid IPO Prices at $38 per Share
The popular stock and cryptocurrency platform Robinhood's IPO is valued at $38 per share at the low end of the previously estimated price range of $38-$42. The company's market value is up to $32 billion.
Binance to Cease Support for Leveraged Tokens by April 2024
Binance announces the cessation of support for leveraged tokens by April 2024, urging users to adjust their holdings and trading strategies in light of the upcoming changes.
Uniswap’s UNI Price Drops by 30%, but DeFi Protocol Still Winning
Uniswap’s very own UNI dropped by more than 30% over the weekend, plummeting from its all-time high of $8.39, according to data from CoinMarketCap.
Goldman Sachs Sets to Offer OTC Ether Options Trading
Goldman Sachs has disclosed that it would introduce over-the-counter (OTC) Ether options trading for its clients, citing increasing demands.
Paradigm Unveils Frog Framework to Enhance Farcaster Frames Development
Paradigm and Wevm launch Frog, a new toolkit to boost Farcaster Frames development, aiming to transform social media with interactive elements.
Ripple CEO Says Bitcoin PoW Energy Use Makes Square Target of Biden’s Climate Change Agenda
Ripple CEO thinks Bitcoin’s PoW energy consumption makes public companies who invested heavily in BTC, like Square, potential targets of Joe Biden’s climate change agenda.
April 29: Don't Fight the Fed for Now
With today's spotlight on FOMC and a few large tech (FB, Microsoft) earnings, I suspect risk assets to trade well into, and may potentially sell after "the fact".
Multinational Corporations Continue to File Trademarks in Web3, NFTs, and Metaverse
Multinational corporations, including General Motors, Lacoste, and Walmart, have continued to file trademark applications in Web3, NFTs, and the metaverse, despite the broader market downturn. In February alone, General Motors filed for two new trademark applications covering Chevrolet and Cadillac brands, while Lacoste filed five trademark applications for "CHAMPS-ELYSEES." Walmart also filed trademark applications for the "SamsClub" name and logo. Even amid the bear market, record numbers of trademark applications have been filed for NFTs, metaverse, and crypto-related products in 2022.
Crypto Traders’ Speculation of Ethereum Volatility Relative to Bitcoin’s is Rising
Ethereum's upward momentum is making Ether and Bitcoin's implied volatility rise.
Interactive Brokers Launches Cryptocurrency Trading Service for US Financial Advisors
Interactive Brokers has made steps closer to realizing its vision for unlocking broad access to what is regarded as lucrative. The brokerage firm has introduced a crypto trading service on its public market to make cryptocurrencies accessible to retail investors.
Crypto.com Suspends all Deposits, Withdrawals due to Suspicious Transactions
Crypto wallet provider and trading platform Crypto.com said it would stop all deposits and withdrawals due to suspected unauthorized transactions on the platform.
Binance P2P Introduces Flat Taker Fee on USDT Trades in Select Markets
Binance P2P platform announces the implementation of a flat taker fee for USDT trading pairs across selected fiat markets, set to take effect by end of June 2024.
Fintech MoneyLion Adds Crypto Trading with $1M Prize Before IPO
Financial technology company MoneyLion introduced cryptocurrency services to its integrated financial service application before its public listing, allowing clients to buy and sell Bitcoin and Ethereum freely.
Extraterrestrial Evidence: A 15-Year Scientific Wager
Astrobiologist Schulze-Makuch and planetary scientist Ian Crawford predict technological extraterrestrial life within 15 years, highlighting rapid space exploration advancements and cosmic significance.
Ethereum’s Daily Transaction Volume is Going Parabolic Surpassing Bitcoin by $3 Billion
Ethereum's daily transaction volume is going parabolic. It now settles $12 billion in transactions daily - $3 billion more than Bitcoin.
Bybit suspends USD bank transfers amid service outages
Dubai-based crypto exchange Bybit has temporarily suspended USD deposits via bank transfers due to "service outages from a partner." Users can still withdraw funds through wire transfers until March 10, but are encouraged to do so as soon as possible to avoid potential disruptions. Bybit has exposure to the bankrupt crypto lender Genesis Global Trading and claims all client funds are safe and secure.
US Blockchain Firm Ripple Considers Relocation to UK and Singapore for Better Crypto Regulatory Clarity
Ripple CEO explains why he is considering UK and Singapore as potential countries to move blockchain firm Ripple's operations to.
Bakkt Opens Long-Awaited Bitcoin Warehouse For Deposit and Withdrawal
Bakkt has finally announced the launch of its long-awaited for the withdrawal and deposit of Bitcoin, Bakkt had said in its announcement that it's potential clients are customers who are willing to deposit and withdraw Bitcoin.
How to Get Started in Crypto Trading - A Beginner's Guide?
Uniswap, a decentralized exchange, utilizes AI-powered trading bots to analyze real-time signals in crypto trading, enhancing profits by promoting secure wallets, strategy development, and trade monitoring.
Rogue Validator Outsmarts MEV Bots, Resulting in a $25 Million Loss
MEV bots attempting sandwich trades lost $25 million worth of digital assets to a rogue validator. The loss included Wrapped Bitcoin, USD Coin, Tether, Dai, and Wrapped Ether. Blockchain security firm CertiK explained that the attack was due to the centralization of power with validators, making them vulnerable to such attacks.
CIMB Bank Singapore Collaborates with iTrust for First-Ever Blockchain Trade Financing
CIMB Bank Singapore and iTrust have collaborated in the first-ever successful blockchain trade financing transaction.
DappRadar—Redefining Accuracy and Transparency in the State of Dapps
Skirmantas Januskas is the CEO and founder of DappRadar a website that lists the best Ethereum Dapps and ranks them by DAU (Daily Active Users) showing the authentic acceptance and usability of Dapps. DappRadar recently added full token tracking for EOS Dapps which has reportedly uncovered that the EOS Dapp ecosystem may be undervalued by 1 billion dollars.
MoonXBT Eliminates Fees on Multiple Spot Trading Pairs
MoonXBT is no longer charging fees for multiple spot trading pairs to ease the burden on users during the ongoing economic crisis.
Australian and Los Angeles Residents Charged in $25 Million AI Crypto-Trading Ponzi Scheme
The DOJ indicts David Gilbert Saffron and Vincent Anthony Mazzotta Jr. for running a $25M AI crypto Ponzi scheme, involving fictitious entities, false promises, and misuse of investor funds.
Ethereum’s Highly Awaited “London Hard Fork” Is Now Alive
The London Hard Fork – the major updated to Ethereum – is currently underway. Here are the key details of the upgrade.
Citigroup Sets to Begin Trading Bitcoin Futures for Institutional Clients
Citigroup plans to start trading Bitcoin futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and launch Bitcoin exchange-traded notes later. The bank intends to offer this new service for specific institutional clients.
US Declares China a 'Currency Manipulator' while Bitcoin Sees Growth
The US Treasury Department officially designated China as a “currency manipulator” on Monday following the largest stock market losses the U.S has seen in 2019.
China’s First National Level Blockchain Cross-Border Financial System Goes Live
China Guangfa Bank (CGB), a major Chinese bank, has officially launched the blockchain-based cross-border financial service platform on June 15, with the guidance of the Guangdong Branch of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange.
Bitrue Will Support Symbol (XYM) Airdrop for NEM Holders and Launch Pre-Trading
Bitrue, the cryptocurrency exchange that regularly clears over $1 billion in daily volume, has announced that it will be supporting the upcoming Symbol (XYM) token airdrop. To create a market for the new token at the earliest opportunity, Bitrue will be offering trading through an IOU system.
Bybit Rolls Out Grid Bot for Automated, Seamless Futures Trading
Crypto exchange Bybit has launched a new trading bot for seamless and automated trading to tame price volatility and risk associated with futures trading.
India's Largest Shipping Port Operator Adopts Maersk-IBM Blockchain Platform
In the latest development, India’s largest port operator announced on May 27 it is adopting blockchain technology through its shipping and invoicing business.
AI's False Promises: CFTC Warns of Soaring Crypto Scams
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) alerts the public about the surge in AI-driven crypto scams, emphasizing the technology's inability to predict market trends and the dangers of misleading claims about high returns.
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.
Shiba Inu's SHIB Price Up Nearly 10% and Trading Volume Doubles Over Last 24 Hours
The Shiba Inu's SHIB price surged around 10% in the past 24 hours, while Bitcoin remains stuck at around $29,400. This surge makes SHIB one of the hottest cryptocurrencies, raising interest among traders.
Binance Australia Derivatives Closes Accounts After False Classification
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission would "target" the company's "classification of retail and wholesale customers."
KuCoin Becomes the First Centralized Exchange to Start Offering NFT ETFs
KuCoin said the launch of its ‘NFT ETF Trading Zone’ aims to improve the liquidity of NFT assets and lower the investment threshold of major NFTs to its over 20 million users.
Kazakhstan Seeks to Improve Cryptocurrency Trading Framework
DATF framework supports "AFSA's Strategy for 2022," which includes crypto framework development as one of three regulatory goals.
Binance Introduces "Discover" Feature on Copy Trading
Binance, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced the introduction of the "Discover" feature on its Copy Trading platform. To celebrate the launch, Binance has also launched a Swipe and Trade Competition, offering participants a chance to share a prize pool of 30,000 USDT in token vouchers.
NanoLabs sues Coinbase over Nano trademark infringement
NanoLabs, the company behind digital currency Nano, has filed a legal complaint against Coinbase in the California Northern District Court for alleged trademark infringement. The complaint states that Coinbase's Nano Bitcoin futures contract and Nano Ether futures contract products infringe on NanoLabs' trademark rights, causing economic damage and harm to its brand identity. NanoLabs is seeking at least $5 million in damages, an injunction against Coinbase, and forfeiture of all profits made using Nano trademarks.
Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak Sues Google and YouTube Over Fraudulent Bitcoin Scam Videos
Legal team for Steve Wozniak, co-founder of tech powerhouse Apple, announced a lawsuit against YouTube and their parent company Google alleging that the media companies failed to take down fraudulent videos that impersonated Wozniak to drive Bitcoin funds.
Ethereum Accounts for Nearly Half of the Trading Volume on Top Exchanges
Ethereum accounts for almost half of the trading volume on top exchanges compared to a quarter a year ago.
Top Three Advantages of the Forex Trading Profession
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Crypto Trading Platform BitPanda Hires Former JPMorgan Executive Joshua Barraclough as CEO
BitPanda has announced that it has named Joshua Barraclough as CEO to run the daily operations of BitPanda Pro.
Singapore to Pump $8.9 Million Into National Blockchain Ecosystem
The Singaporean government has deployed a US$ 8.9 million national blockchain initiative dubbed the Singapore Blockchain Innovation Program (SBIP).
UAE Rolls Out Blockchain-Powered Trade Finance Platform to Fight Fraud
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched a blockchain-enabled trade finance platform dubbed UAE Trade Connect to curb economic crimes like money laundering, under-invoicing, and fraud.
Uniswap Tops $50 Billion in Trading Volume but Its Sources of Liquidity Are Questioned
Uniswap has recently made headlines with its total trading volume surpassing $50 billion.
Crypto Investment Fraud Generates $27 Million, SEC Charges Scammers Posing as Pastors
The US Securities and Exchange Commission filed a complaint against three men posing as pastors who defrauded churchgoers in a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme.
Fan Receives a Bitcoin From Tom Brady after Returning 600th Touchdown Ball
A nine-year-old Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan got a reward with a Bitcoin from football player Tom Brady after returning the ball following Brady's 600th touchdown pass, which Mike Evans completed.
Opensea NFT marketplace Accuses Senior Employee of Insider Trading
Opensea has confirmed an insider trading against the company’s head of product.
Paraguay Senate Passes Bill to Regulate Crypto Mining and Trading
Paraguay is advancing its crypto bill. Though it appears taking clues from its counterpart, El Salvador.
Crypto Firm Change Receives License from Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets
Netherlands-based crypto firm Change gets a new license from the local financial regulator, allowing the company to provide both traditional and digital access to European clients.
Binance to Launch UK Crypto Exchange to Meet Client Demand
Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange has announced that it will launch a regulated crypto trading platform in the UK, in the coming months. Binance.UK is planning to create a trading platform to allow retail and institutional investors to sell and buy cryptocurrencies using euros and pounds.
5200 Vendors Now Accept Bitcoin Payments For Tobacco Purchases
Keplerk, a French-based cryptocurrency startup has relaunched it's Bitcoin for tobacco service in as much as 5200 outlets across France starting from October 10th.
C10: An All-Weather Approach to Investing In Cryptocurrencies
The future of cryptocurrencies looks bright as an increasing number of investors are looking for alternative investment opportunities, but many remain hesitant because of the market's extreme volatility.
UK Fund Managers Urge Regulators to Approve Blockchain-Traded Funds
UK fund managers urge regulators to approve blockchain-traded funds, suggesting this move will help the UK in line with advances in the financial ecosystem.
LooksRare Version 2 Upgrades NFT Marketplace
LooksRare, a Non-Fungible Token (NFT) marketplace, has reduced trading fees by 75% with the launch of version 2. The upgrade includes gas-efficient contracts, support for token prices, and custom recipient aggregators. The team has announced that LooksRare version 1 will be discontinued.
Paxful Exits Venezuela’s P2P Crypto Bitcoin Market Following US Sanctions
Paxful has withdrawn its crypto trading services from Venezuela after the country was classified as high-risk by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
CFTC Demands $572 Million in Penalty and Restitution for Bitcoin Scam, Defendant Nowhere to be Found
US CFTC demanded that the founder of the Bitcoin cryptocurrency scam company Control-Finance pay $572 million in penalty and restitution fees for Bitcoin fraud.
Binance Stops Trading Of Stock Tokens amid increasing Global Regulatory Scrutiny
Binance has announced that it will suspend providing digital versions of stocks such as Coinbase, Apple, and Tesla, a time when the exchange faces rising pressure from regulators across the globe.
Morgan Stanley Buys E*Trade for 13 Billion USD, Providing Link For Everyday Online Traders
Wall Street giant Morgan Stanley is creating more access for everyday investors with the announcement of an imminent $13 billion acquisition of online trading firm E*Trade Financial Group.
April 16: When Memories Last A Lifetime
Trading Crypto with Eugene is a series of daily commentary on the crypto market and trading advice from Eugene Ng of Matrixport, a veteran trader with 10 years of experience in top-tier global investment banks. Hope you find it helpful!
The Central Bank of China Reiterates All Crypto-related Transactions are Illegal
The Chinese government once again stepped up its suppression of cryptocurrency transactions, and the Chinese central bank stated that all cryptocurrency-related transactions are illegal.
China and EU Trade Talks Included the Potential Cooperation of Central Bank Digital Currencies
The European Union and China recently had trade and economic discussions regarding topics including central bank digital currencies (CBDC) and supply chain.
Singapore Regulator Considers Strengthening Safeguards on Crypto Access to Retail Trading
Singapore Central Bank considers updating its crypto regulations to strengthen system safeguards that financial firms must put in place to protect users.
Comdex Accomplishes Over $10M Trades via Commit Blockchain
Comdex, a commodity trading platform that is powered by the Commit blockchain, has facilitated trades valued at more than $10M
BRC-20 Tokens Surge in Popularity as Traders Flock to Bitcoin's Latest Token Standard
BRC-20 tokens, the latest token standard on the Bitcoin blockchain, have seen a surge in popularity as traders and investors embrace the novel fungible token. With a market capitalization of over $1 billion and a total trading volume of $207.7 million in the past 24 hours, BRC-20 tokens like ORDI, NALS, VMPX, PEPE, and MEME have experienced significant price variance.
R3's Marco Polo Network Welcomes First Indian Corporate as Asia Serves as a Key Area of Growth
The Marco Polo Network announced on Thursday that India’s leading provider of digital transformation, Tech Mahindra became the first corporate in India to join the R3’s open-source blockchain-based Marco Polo Network for facilitating cross-border transactions.
Binance Tweet Warns Against Emotional Trading
Binance warns traders against emotional trading, recommending a guide on Binance Academy. The guide emphasizes the importance of emotional discipline in the volatile crypto market, advising traders to balance fear and greed, set achievable goals, and analyze failed trades.
EDX Markets is Expanding in Singapore
EDX Markets expands to Singapore, backed by Citadel Securities and Fidelity Digital Assets, introducing innovative trading options like spot and perpetual futures, and emphasizing non-custodial clearing solutions.
Brazil's Fintech Giant Nubank Now Offers Crypto Trading
Sao Paolo-based digital banking giant, Nubank has veered into the cryptocurrency trading ecosystem with initial support for Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Bitcoin Eyes for a Clear Direction amid the Mist
BTC traders are waiting for the next significant movement in either direction, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.
Goldman Sachs Applies for a DeFi and Blockchain ETF to Optimize Investment Results
Banking giant Goldman Sachs applied for an exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission intended to maximize investment results based on the performance of the Solactive DeFi and Blockchain index.
Binance Adds DOGE, XRP, SOL to FDUSD with Zero Maker Fees
Binance introduces five new trading pairs, including DOGE/FDUSD and SOL/FDUSD, and offers zero maker fees on FDUSD pairs until further notice, potentially increasing liquidity and trading volumes, with TRY as part of TOMO/TRY and UNFI/TRY pairs.
Ethereum Devs Discuss Dencun Upgrade and EVM Object Format
The ACDE Call #172 saw Ethereum developers discussing the Dencun testing progress and the debated EOF proposal amidst concerns over its complexity and timing. The discussions reflect a cautious approach towards substantial protocol upgrades, ensuring Ethereum's evolution considers both immediate and long-term implications.
May 6: You Snooze You May Not Lose
$9,000 continues to pin Bitcoin down, leaving it to trade in a narrow $300 range for the past 48 hours. Eethereum also rather lackluster, having traded poorly relative to BTC in the last few sessions as halving looms.
Bitcoin Users Have Bigger Problems Than Recent Twitter Scam
The recent spate of Twitter scams appears to indicate that Bitcoin users will face even more sophisticated and devastating attacks in the future.
Exploring the World of Digital Currency Futures Trading
Cryptocurrency futures trading merges digital currencies with futures trading, enhancing transparency, security, and global market access. Blockchain technology revolutionizes commodity markets and agricultural sectors.
Total NFT Sales Hit $25B in 2021
The explosion in popularity of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) topped its sales to some $25 billion in 2021, data from market tracker DappRadar shows.
Bitcoin Price and the Stock Market to Decouple Soon, says On-Chain Analyst
Bitcoin’s price action with the stock market, including the S&P 500 has been highly correlated, however, the end could be near.
DeFi Protocol to Enable Tokenized Stock Trading of Google, Amazon, and Tesla on Its Platform
Injective Protocol has partnered with Terra and Band Protocol to introduce stock trading on its platform.
Twitter Rolls Out Bitcoin Price Quotes
Twitter has added Bitcoin price quotes to its social media platform, powered by TradingView. A link to Israeli cryptocurrency exchange eToro is also included, where users can buy or sell Bitcoin.
Brazil's largest private bank Launches Crypto Trading Platform in Brazil
Brazil's largest private bank, Itaú Unibanco, has launched a cryptocurrency trading service, offering Bitcoin and Ethereum trading, with plans to expand further.
Ford Makes NFT Entry With Trademark Applications
American automobile giant Ford Motor Company is making a grand entry into the metaverse and Web3.0 ecosystem through its targeted trademark applications.
Pressure Piles Up on BitMEX as Recent Outage Exposes Network Holes
Once branded a “Bitcoin casino," BitMEX has plunged into a series of crises over the last few years. The crypto exchange found itself trending on Twitter in the US recently because of the recent shutdown. BitMEX announced that its trading engine went offline for over an hour because of an incident, which the exchange identified as a “major outage."After some investigation, the exchange later announced that that platform restored its online operations. Such outage of BitMEX’s trading engine is the latest in a series of negative circumstances facing the exchange. Currently, as Bitcoin price hits $10,000, the major outage has prompted warnings that the exchange is becoming increasingly unreliable. The outage left customers unable to access their funds.
THORChain Pauses Network Amid Reports of Vulnerability
THORChain has temporarily halted trading due to a potential network vulnerability, causing its native token, Rune, to fall 5% in value.
OKX Announces Listing of Tensor (TNSR) for Spot Trading
Leading cryptocurrency exchange OKX has revealed its plans to list Tensor (TNSR) on its spot trading market. The listing will commence on April 8, 2024, with TNSR deposits opening in the morning and spot trading launching in the afternoon. Tensor Protocol, built on the Solana blockchain, serves as a smart contract-based autonomous protocol, facilitating seamless connections between NFT marketplaces and users. Traders are advised to conduct independent research and evaluate risk before engaging in digital asset trading.
Greenland Financial Holdings to Apply for Virtual Asset Trading License in Hong Kong
Greenland Financial Holdings, a subsidiary of Greenland Group, is planning to apply for a virtual asset trading license in Hong Kong, according to Shanghai Securities News.
NFT Wash Trading Volume Surges to $580M Across Top Six Marketplaces
NFT wash trading has surged for the fourth consecutive month, with a total volume of $580 million across the top six marketplaces, according to a report from CoinGecko. The report attributed the rise in volume to the overall recovery of NFT marketplace trading, which reached $1.89 billion in February.
Ethereum Upgrade Raises Concerns as Bitcoin Dominance Continues
Ethereum's Shanghai upgrade has led to concerns among investors, particularly regarding a potential sell-off of tokens unlocked after the upgrade, causing uncertainty in the market. Meanwhile, Bitcoin's dominance rate continues to rise and is currently at the highest level since July 2021.
PGA Tour Partners With Autograph to Create Digital Collectibles Platform
PGA Tour has partnered with Autograph, an NFT platform co-founded by the legendary quarterback Tom Brady to create a new digital collectables platform, focusing on the Golf World.
Making Sense of the Cryptocurrency Market as a Beginner
The cryptocurrency industry can be a daunting place for beginners. Given the breakneck pace of development, sheer number of cryptocurrencies, and staggering wealth of information available, it’s not easy to keep up.
Moscow Exchange Drafts Bill to Offer Digital Financial Assets and Securities Trading
According to local media reports, Russia’s Moscow Stock Exchange (MOEX) is drafting a bill aimed at making digital assets available for trading on the stock exchange as securities and directly as digital financial assets.
Houbi Imposes A 24-Hour Delay on Crypto Withdrawals to Control Speculative Trading
Houbi has introduced a 24-hour condition before customers make withdrawals of crypto funds in OTC transactions, aiming to discourage crypto-related speculations.
Malaysia’s Securities Commission Legalizes Digital Asset and Crypto Trading
Malaysia’s Securities Commission, which is responsible for overseeing compliance with Islamic laws in finance, has allowed trading of digital assets.
Binance Supports Optimism (OP) Network Upgrade and Hard Fork
Binance confirms support for Optimism (OP) network's upgrade and hard fork on January 12, 2024, enhancing Ethereum's Layer 2 scalability and efficiency.
Bitcoin Trading Guide- Important Steps for Beginners
Bitcoin adoption and popularity are growing by the day. And as the price of Bitcoin continues to make significant moves, traders can make more profits and faster. Bitcoin trading mechanics are straightforward.
US NIST Initiates AI Safety Consortium to Promote Trustworthy AI Development
The US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has launched the Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute Consortium to promote safe AI development and responsible use, inviting organizations to collaborate on identifying proven safety techniques by December 4, 2023.
OKX (OKB) Expands Institutional Trading Capabilities with New Features on Nitro Spreads
OKX has announced significant updates to its institutional trading tool, Nitro Spreads, enhancing its capabilities with crypto-margined spreads, WebSocket trading, and a wider range of market options. The platform has seen a cumulative trading volume of $500 million since its launch and is currently available to select institutional traders. OKX is known for its speed and reliability.
American Bank Inks Deal with Bakkt, Offering Trading & Holding of Tokens
To offer customers the option of accessing Bitcoin and Ethereum using their bank accounts, American Bank has partnered with Bakkt.
Coinbase Crashed Amid Bitcoin Price Surge
On April 30, 2020, Coinbase, one of the biggest crypto exchanges in the world, crashed during the Bitcoin price outbreak where it skyrocketed from $7,700 to $9,200 within a matter of 24 hours.
Decoding Paradigm's Vision: Cryptocurrency as the Next Tech Revolution
Paradigm's perspective on cryptocurrency emphasizes its potential to be the next big technological revolution. Crypto KOL Splin Teron analyzes this view, highlighting the growing adoption and untapped potential of this emerging asset class.
XRP Price Drops During Ripple Swell Conference
The XRP price looks set to continue a downtrend, while Ripple hosts the annual Swell conference which brings together world industry leaders and policymakers.
Cardano Records Over 100 Smart Contracts Following Alonzo Upgrade
Cardano has records more than 100 smart contracts launched on the blockchain as the Alonzo upgrade goes live.
HSBC Undertakes Blockchain-based Trade Finance Transacntion for Automotive Sector in the Middle East
Through the blockchain technology supported by the Contour platform, HSBC conducted a trade finance transaction between SAIC Motor and Taajeer Group.
IOTA Foundation Releases Testnet of Fully Decentralized Network Pollen
The IOTA Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on blockchain and open-source development has announced the launch of its testnet of a fully decentralized network, Pollen.
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.
Why Bitcoin's Price Rebound Could Signify a Market Bottom
Since July, Bitcoin market mood is strong. Analysts think Bitcoin's recent price rise may indicate a greater breakthrough. Investor sentiment spiked three times since 2021, most recently in January.
Velas 3.0 Is Coming: Here's What You Need to Know
Velas (VLX), a platform designed to address the scaling and usability challenges seen by other blockchains, is on the verge of releasing by far its largest update to date — with the impending launch of the Velas 3.0 ecosystem.
Belt and Road in Hong Kong: the Emergence of Digital Gold in IoT
A US dollar global economy has led to the underwhelming volume of growth of Chinese goods being traded among the Belt and Road countries and corridors since the initiative began in 2013. GoldZip is the exciting new digital tool allowing countries to barter goods based on their digital gold values.
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.
Ripple CEO Criticizes SEC's Use of Quarterly XRP Report in Lawsuit
The Chief Executive Officer of Ripple, Brad Garlinghouse, expressed his hatred for the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on August 2, 2023.
OpenTrade and WOO X Unite to Offer Tokenized T-Bills to Asian Investors
OpenTrade collaborates with WOO X to unveil access to tokenized T-Bills for Asian investors. This partnership, leveraging Circle Research’s Perimeter Protocol, is a response to the escalating demand for tokenized T-Bills over DeFi yields. Concurrently, WOO X advances its strategic footprint in South Korea, aligning with CODE compliance solutions to broaden its product accessibility in the region.
Former OpenSea Head of Product, Nathaniel Chastain, Sentenced in Pioneering NFT Insider Trading Case
Nathaniel Chastain, former OpenSea head of product, received a three-month term for digital asset insider trading. Chastain was found guilty of "fraud and money laundering" and earning over $50,000 via NFT transactions. Insider trading in crypto and digital assets is a developing problem, with fines of up to 20 years for each offence.
Trump NFTs Generate Over $1.2M in Trading Volume
Former US President Donald Trump's digital non-fungible token (NFT) trading cards were launched on Polygon, with 38,001 minted at $99 each. The collection generated over $1.2 million in trading volume, with a 10% creator fee generating over $100,000. The initial subscription also generated $3.76 million in revenue. Meanwhile, Big Tech firm Meta has allowed teens to use its virtual reality app Horizon Worlds, and Nike launched its first NFT collection through its Web3 community platform. The Smurfs are also set to launch a new collection of NFTs on The Smurfs' Society.
CME Group Rolls Out Ether Options for Upcoming Merge
CME Group, a leading derivatives marketplace, has launched the options of Ether futures, given that the much-anticipated merge has been pushing demand.
Trader Spends $118k in Ether on Memecoin
A single trader has spent $118,000 in gas fees on the Ethereum network to purchase $155,000 worth of memecoin called Four (FOUR). The trader paid $119,157 in Ether (ETH) for a Uniswap trade of 84 Wrapped Ether (WETH) for 13.8 billion FOUR tokens. The rise in gas fees has caused debates in the crypto community over its impact on mass adoption.
Teucrium Trading Submits Bitcoin Futures ETF Application to SEC
ETF provider Teucrium Trading submitted an application Thursday for an exchange-traded fund (ETF) for tracking the futures of Bitcoin (BTC) to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Including ALGO, XLM, and AERGO, Binance to Remove Select Spot Trading Pairs
Binance announces the removal of select spot trading pairs on March 8, 2024, as part of its ongoing efforts to optimize the trading market, protect users, and foster a healthy cryptocurrency ecosystem.
DappRadar—What is the Dapp of 2019?
In the second part of our exclusive interview with Skirmantis Januskas, CEO and Founder, DappRadar - we discuss Ethereum’s transition to proof-of-stake, the growing Dapp ecosystem and the DeFi revolution instigated by MakerDao.
Consider These 6 Factors When Trading Crypto In 2021
What do trading audiences expect with high-quality, modern exchange and aggregator services? It has a lot to do with the context of the industry – what people are doing with their assets, and the choices that they have to navigate within the greater fintech ecosystem.
There Would Be No Bull Market If There Was No Bear Market...
Daily commentary on the crypto market and trading advice from Eugene Ng of Matrixport, a veteran trader with 10 years of experience in top-tier global investment banks.
The Benefits of Using Crypto Exchange Aggregators for Efficient Trading
Cryptocurrency trading platforms like aggregators combine data from multiple exchanges to provide real-time prices, enhanced liquidity, streamlined user experience, increased security, and advanced trading tools, enabling traders to make informed decisions and focus on strategy.
Ripple CEO Says DOJ Report Offers No Regulatory Clarity, XRP Price Not Influenced
The tightening regulations on cryptocurrency raise many concerns in the community, the DoJ’s new guidance around cryptocurrency enforcement has Ripple’s CEO concerned.
Uniswap Monthly Volume Surpasses Coinbase Under the Influence of the DeFi Craze
Under the influence of the decentralized finance (DeFi) craze, decentralized exchange Uniswap has processed $15.3 billion in monthly volume in September.
Paradigm: Onchain Gaming's Transformative Potential in the Broader Landscape
The gaming world is poised for change with blockchain's rise. Paradigm.xyz explores onchain gaming's vast potential and challenges in the broader landscape.
BitMEX Launches Spot Exchange Service
BitMex announced Tuesday to launch spot trading to the market for crypto traders.
The Philippine Stock Exchange To Consider Launching Crypto Exchange
The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) will plan to launch a platform for legally trading cryptocurrencies in the country. It is currently waiting for the SEC and other regulatory agencies to issue relevant encryption trading guidelines.
US' 2022 Web3 Trademark Filings 3 Times Over 2021's Total So Far
In 2021, a total of 2,142 NFT-related trademarks were filed, but by the end of September 2022, there were at least over 6,000 such trademarks submitted, data shows.
Bakkt to Allow Customers Trading ETH on Digital Asset Platform, Move Beyond Bitcoin Offerings
Bakkt is seizing opportunities to move beyond Bitcoin service offerings.
April 27: Not Out of the Woods Yet
How do we trade? Stick to the same plan as last Friday, buy BTC around $6,800 to $7,200 region and stay on the sidelines.
US Supreme Court Steps In On Coinbase Customer Contract Dispute
The US Supreme Court is set to decide on a contract dispute between Coinbase and its customers, potentially impacting user agreement drafting and enforcement in the digital currency trading sector.
American Express Weighs Entry into Metaverse and NFTs Business, Trade Filing Shows
American Express could get into the field of metaverse and NFTs, which have become a key value driver within the financial industry.
Burnt Ethereum Edges Closer to a Billion-Dollar Value
After the London Hardfork or EIP 1559 upgrade went live on August 5, the first-ever deflationary block on the Ethereum network occurred because scarcity was introduced every time Ether was burnt after being used in transactions.
Ethereum All Core Developers Execution Call Number 181 Summary
Ethereum developers discussed the Dencun upgrade and various EIPs for the Pectra upgrade in the ACDE Call #181, aiming for network improvement and efficiency. Key points include the preparation for Dencun's mainnet activation, proposals for enhanced security and gas cost efficiency, and strategic planning for future upgrades.
HSBC and Wave Facilitate Blockchain-Powered Trade Between New Zealand and China
HSBC and Wave facilitated a blockchain trade transaction for the shipment of milk powder from New Zealand dairy processor Fonterra to China’s Sichuan New Hope Trading.
Stock Trading App Public.com Takes Aim at Rival Robinhood With New Crypto Service Launch
Public.com, an emerging stock-trading and ETF trading app, plans to make a play for unveiling its new cryptocurrency offerings, which could come as soon as the next few weeks.
OKX Announces Listing of Foxy (FOXY) for Spot Trading
OKX has listed Foxy (FOXY) on its spot trading market, offering traders and investors opportunities to build a vibrant community based on memes.
DOJ Extradites Bitcoin Thief From Cyprus Along With Hezbollah Terrorist
The US Department of Justice has extradited two criminals from Cyprus—one with known connections to terrorism and the other on suspicion of stealing thousands in Bitcoin.
Hong Kong's SFC Warns of Improper Practices by Unlicensed Virtual Asset Trading Platforms
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has warned against unlicensed virtual asset trading platforms (VATPs) engaging in improper practices, including false licensing claims and non-compliance with regulations.
Coinrule Unveils AI-Driven Marketplace to Simplify Automated Trading
Coinrule has launched an AI-driven Marketplace, offering pre-built trading strategies and customization. The platform aims to simplify automated trading for all experience levels.
Nissan Expands Web3 Efforts with Trademarks and Metaverse Auto Sales
Nissan has filed four new Web3-related trademarks in the US and is experimenting with auto sales in the metaverse in Japan. The trademarks cover its Infiniti, Nismo, and Nissan brands and include plans for virtual goods and a nonfungible token (NFT) marketplace. Nissan Japan is conducting a three-month "demonstration experiment" of its virtual store "Nissan Hype Lab," allowing customers to "study, consult, test drive and purchase Nissan vehicles" while in the metaverse. The company's moves are in line with other car manufacturers, including General Motors and Ford, who have also been actively filing trademark applications for Web3, crypto, NFTs, and the metaverse.
Binance Announces Delisting of Multiple Margin Trading Pairs Including ALICE, BAL, and BOND
Binance announces the removal of several margin trading pairs, effective 2024-03-15, as part of ongoing platform and market optimizations.
LocalBitcoins Clocks 300,000 Mobile App Downloads, With Africa Making a Mark
Two months after reaching 200,000 mobile app downloads on iOS and Android, LocalBitcoins has scaled the heights by crossing the 300,000 mark.
Jul 10 Trading Analysis: When bitcoin sneezes, the crypto world catches a cold
With escalating covid19 cases in some US states (esp Florida, Texas, California and etc - it's very hard to ignore that when the cases keep rising), Oil now back to below $40, lack of any macro news tonight and some technical exhaustion signs on equity indices, I think US stocks will trade weak tonight; and I think there is a likelihood that S&P will likely close near the BIG 3k level.
German Deutsche Borse Exchange Seeks to Launch New Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Product for Trading
Bitcoin the world’s largest cryptocurrency is making another notable milestone in crypto history as it will be the first crypto asset listed as an exchange traded product (ETP). The company announced the exchange-traded product, popularly known as the Bitcoin exchange-traded crypto (BTCE) - is Bitcoin-backed security that would be listed and traded on Deutsche Borse’s Xetra market-based in Germany. ETP is a financial instrument whose value is based on the underlying security (such as currencies, bonds, and stocks) and is traded on stock exchanges.
India Considers Banning Crypto Trading Which Could Impact 1.7 Million Dependent Local Traders
The federal cabinet in India is expected to discuss a new bill that could once again ban cryptocurrency trading in the nation.
SEBA Bank Secures SFC License, Expanding Crypto Services to Hong Kong
Swiss cryptocurrency bank SEBA Bank has been granted a Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission license to offer trading, distribution, advisory, and asset management services in the Asia Pacific region.
Shapella Upgrade, Privacy Concerns, Hacks, and Financial Inclusion
The DeFi space had a busy week with the successful completion of the Shapella upgrade on Ethereum, concerns over privacy related to staking, a major DeFi hack, and a partnership between Fonbnk and Tanda to increase financial inclusion in Africa. The top 100 DeFi tokens had a bullish week, and Glassnode predicted only a small percentage of staked ETH would be withdrawn.
Burnt Ether Tops $2B as Ethereum 2.0 Deposit Contract Continues to Grow
Burnt Ether stands at 608,567 ETH worth $2.089 billion since the London Hardfork or EIP 1559 upgrade went live on August 5.
Arbitrum's ARB Token Airdrop Triggers OTC Trading
The announcement of the ARB token airdrop by Arbitrum Foundation has triggered over-the-counter (OTC) trading of the unreleased tokens. ARB marks Arbitrum's official transition into a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), giving ARB holders the power to vote on key decisions governing Arbitrum One and Arbitrum Nova. The airdrop will grant 11.5% of the total supply to eligible Arbitrum users and 1.1% to DAOs in the Arbitrum ecosystem.
Apr 15: The Future Influencing The Present
Trading Crypto with Eugene is a series of daily commentary on the crypto market and trading advice from Eugene Ng of Matrixport, a veteran trader with 10 years of experience in top-tier global investment banks. Hope you find it helpful.
Binance Adds APT/USDC, GALA/USDC, NEO/USDC, OMNI/BRL, and STX/USDC Trading Pairs
Binance introduces new trading pairs and Trading Bots services on its Binance Spot platform, enhancing users' trading experience with more options and automated strategies.
Bybit Pairs with Cabital, Providing Trading Service for Crypto
Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has tied with Cabital, allowing users to buy cryptos by using EUR and GBP and enjoy a lower cost.
CoinGecko: Top NFT Traders Made Profits of $9.60 Million to $101.63 Million
Top NFT traders made profits of $9.60M to $101.63M, with CryptoPunks accounting for 70.6% of gains.
Goldman Sachs Managing Director Reportedly Resigns After Making Millions from Dogecoin
Aziz McMahon, the managing director of Goldman Sachs' London office, is said to have resigned from his role after earning huge profits from Dogecoin investments.
Coinbase Advanced Collaborates with Coinrule to Introduce AI-Driven Automated Trading
Coinbase Advanced partners with Coinrule, offering AI-automated trading tools to over 1M retail traders. Coinrule's recent AI-driven Marketplace enhances trading strategies, catering to all experience levels.
Strategies for Trading Bitcoin in 2021
Almost everybody that uses the internet knows about Bitcoin trading. And, the Bitcoin market doesn't seem like it will slow down any time soon. So, if you're yet to venture into Bitcoin trading, you need to consider making a move.
Bitcoin Futures Exchange BitMEX to Block Ontario Crypto Traders
Cryptocurrency derivatives exchange BitMEX announced today that it planned on removing its trading platform services from a Canadian province.
BTI Report Reveals Kraken and Coinbase as the Cleanest Crypto Exchanges
The September issue of the Blockchain Transparency Institute’s market surveillance report, verifying that the cryptocurrency exchange volumes of Kraken and Coinbase are the cleanest in the industry.
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.
SEC Agrees to Delay Terraform Labs Trial, Awaiting Do Kwon's Extradition
The SEC has postponed the trial of Terraform Labs and Do Kwon, pending Kwon's extradition to the US, for a $40 billion cryptocurrency fraud.
China Construction Bank Announces Updates of Blockchain Platform After $50B Transacted
One of China’s four largest banks, China Construction Bank (CCB) has officially released the second version of its blockchain platform for trade finance, reaching 360 billion yuan ($50 billion) in cumulative transaction volume. CCB announced the release of “BCTrade 2.0,” focusing on digitizing trade and financial services between 54 domestic and overseas CCB branches and 40 external organizations. Reported by Xinhua news, these organizations include state-owned banks and foreign banks.
Ripple Co-Founder Hints Move From US Regulation: “Blockchain and Digital Currencies are not Welcome”
Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen is considering moving Ripple’s base from the United States due to crushing biased regulation.
Majority of China's Tech Startups Are Exploring Blockchain Technology, Report Reveals
South China Morning Post's Report shows Chinese firms are growing in the adoption and integration of blockchain technology
China Issues New ‘Bejing Action Plan’ to Accelerate the Inclusion of Blockchain in the Economy
The Chinese government issued a new “Beijing Action Plan” aiming to accelerate the inclusion of new emerging technologies in the country’s economy. China aims to leverage new technologies including artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, industrial internet, blockchain, big data, and others to promote the steady growth of Beijing’s economy post-pandemic.
Fractional Rebrands to Tessera after Raising $20m from Paradigm
Fractional, an NFT-based platform, has rebranded its name to Tessera and has also raised $20 million as it is pursuing avenues to re-affirm its foothold in the digital collectable world.
Grayscale Investment Company Receives FINRA Approval to Trade Bitcoin Cash and Litecoin Publicly
US regulators have approved shares of Grayscale Investment’s Litecoin and Bitcoin Cash Trusts for public trading.
Australia Uses Blockchain to Enhance Cross Border Trade With Singapore
The Australian Border Force (ABF) is launching a blockchain trial that is targeted at enhancing cross border trades with Singapore
Bitcoin Price Flashes $750M Warning Sign As 60,000 BTC Options Set To Expire
The Bitcoin price has climbed more than 20% over the last 30 days but traders could be in for a $750 million shock through the markets on Friday.
Bored Ape Yacht Club Creators Launch Bitcoin NFT Collection
Yuga Labs, the creators of the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC), have launched a new collection of 300 tokenized computer-generated artworks on Bitcoin called TwelveFold. The collection is based on mathematics, time, and the Bitcoin blockchain. The announcement comes amidst falling search interest for NFTs, however, trading volume data for February indicates the market is still strong. In other news, the Golden Key NFT, won by Twitch streamer Mongraal in a Dookey Dash competition hosted by Yuga Labs, has been sold for 1,000 Ether to BAYC NFT hodler Adam Weitsman. Polygon Foundation has partnered with Lotte Group to host the conglomerate's NFT projects on its Ethereum layer 2 scaling network Polygon, and intends to develop its Web3 initiatives in partnership with Polygon. Finally, a group of Japanese tech companies have agreed to forward the creation of the Japan Metaverse Economic Zone and an open metaverse infrastructure called "Ryugukoku."
NFT Trading Volumes Plunge After Silicon Valley Bank Collapse
NFT trading volumes dropped from $74 million to $36 million after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. Daily NFT sales count also fell by 27.9% between March 9 and March 11, and active NFT traders hit a low of 11,440 on March 11, the lowest recorded since November 2021.
Interactive Brokers Plans to Offer Cryptocurrency Trading by The End of This Summer
Interactive Brokers forex exchange company is looking for ways to start offering crypto trading to its clients, aiming at providing service in this summer.
BTSE Offers Users the Chance to Collect Interest on Their Idle Crypto Holdings
BTSE, the UAE based digital exchange, has big plans for their ecosystem. They have recently launched the latest development in what they call their “comprehensive digital bank at the juxtaposition of crypto and fiat.”
Grayscale Hires Former Alerian CEO Davi LaValle As Global Head of ETFs
Grayscale Investments has announced the hire of Davi LaValle as the head of its ETF business.
Aave Freezes Stablecoin Trading Amid Price Volatility
Lending protocol Aave has temporarily halted trading of stablecoins and set the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio to zero due to the recent price volatility on USD Coin (USDC) following its depegging on March 11. Aave's decision was based on an analysis by decentralized finance risk management firm Gauntlet Network, which recommended a temporary pause of all v2 and v3 markets. The LTV ratio determines how much credit can be secured using crypto as collateral and is calculated by dividing the amount of credit borrowed by the value of the collateral.
Stablecoin Depeg Event Reveals Risks to DeFi and Traditional Finance
Recent failures of established financial institutions, such as Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, have highlighted the potential for distress to spread to the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. The depegging of stablecoins, including Circle's USD coin (USDC), has also brought governance risks related to the custody of reserve assets to the forefront. Moody's anticipates that regulators could increase their scrutiny of stablecoins and require greater counterparty diversification.
The Bank of Uganda Blacklists Financial Firms for Facilitating Crypto Trading
Uganda’s Central Bank has stated that it did not approve any licensed institution to sell cryptocurrencies or facilitate the trade-in of cryptocurrencies. Offenders would be backlisted.
Coinbase Applies to the National Futures Association for Trading Crypto Futures
Digital currency exchange Coinbase is working hard to become a qualified cryptocurrency derivatives commission merchant.
Japan’s Rakuten To Relist XRP Margin Trading
Rakuten’s crypto-arm is about to bring XRP back to its trading platform. Officials of Rakuten have confirmed that they plan to resume XRP margin trading on their platform next week.
Ripple CEO Hints at Firm's Likely Move from US after DOJ Report
Ripple's Chief Executive Officer has hinted that unfavorable regulations may force the company to relocate its headquarters out of the United States.
Utopia Labs Raises $23m in Series A Led by Paradigm Capital
Utopia Labs, a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) management startup has announced it has raised $23 million in a Series A funding round led by Paradigm Capital.
Binance NFT Adds Polygon Network Support for Marketplace Trading
Binance NFT has expanded its marketplace by adding support for Polygon network, allowing users to trade NFTs using their Binance accounts. However, only selected ERC-721 NFT Collections on the Polygon network are currently available on the platform, with more to be integrated regularly. Binance also tightened its rules on NFT listings, delisting those with daily trading volume lower than $1,000 and limiting the number of NFTs artists can mint per day. Binance is also exploring AI with the launch of its AI-powered NFT generator, "Bicasso," which minted 10,000 NFTs in just 2.5 hours.
IKEA Permits Invoice-Payment through Ethereum Blockchain
IKEA recently permitted an invoice to be paid from Nordic Strore through the Ethereum blockchain.
April 30: Will Leveraged $$ Bite Time Time?
Bitcoin heading to the moon today, up almost 20% over the past 24 hours. If you're new to cryptocurrency, welcome to volatility.
South Korea Declares Andong City as Blockchain Free-Trade Zone to Boost Medical Hemp Production
The South Korean government has designated Andong City as a free trade zone for hemp production, leveraging a blockchain network.
Robinhood Explores New Feature to Protect Investors from Crypto Fluctuations
Zero-commission financial trading platform Robinhood is exploring a new feature designed to protect investors from price fluctuations during the process of investing in cryptocurrency trading.
NFT Gaming Platform Fractal Raises $35m, Co-Led by Paradigm Capital
Fractal, a marketplace for gamers to discover, buy and sell digital collectibles and gaming NFT, has announced the successful raise of a seed round of $35 million from prominent investors.
DBS Bank Joins R3-Backed Blockchain Trade Finance Network Contour Built on Corda
Singapore’s biggest bank, DBS Bank joined R3-backed Contour Network known for digitalizing global trade processes. Previously known as Project Voltron, Contour is a blockchain-based trade finance platform, built over R3’s Corda blockchain and was founded by R3 and major global institutions, including HSBC, ING, Standard Chartered, Citi Ventures, BNP Paribas, and Bangkok Bank, Bain & Company, and CryptoBLK. DBS Bank became the first Singaporean bank to join the network.
Bitcoin Adoption in Africa Sees Massive Surge as P2P Volumes Hit All-Time Highs
Crypto analyst Kevin Rooke has revealed that Bitcoin is having a field day as peer to peer (P2P) volumes are hitting all-time highs (ATHs) as a 2.5-fold surge has been experienced since March. Some of the African nations leading the pack include Kenya, South Africa, Nigeria, and Ghana, as the Bitcoin being traded weekly has exceeded $1 million.
Binance Accused of Commingling Customer Funds and Revenue, Says Reuters Report
Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, is facing allegations of having commingled customer funds with company revenue in 2020 and 2021, violating U.S. financial rules that mandate the segregation of customer money, according to a special report by Reuters.
ProShares Confirms to Start Trading Bitcoin Futures ETF on NYSE Tuesday
American Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) provider, ProShares confirmed that its Bitcoin Futures backed ETF product will begin trading on the NYSE Tuesday.
Jul 30 Trading Analysis: The Running of the BTC Bulls
- BTC trading resiliently around the $11k mark with open interest across global exchanges hitting $5 billion, a level not seen since February this year. - Overnight, no surprises from the U.S. Fed who left interest rates near zero and vowed to use all its tools to support the recovery from an economic downturn that Chair Powell called the most severe “in our lifetime.” - Trade strategy: Think we have got some momentum going as rotation from DeFi and precious metals investors as well as even day traders from the U.S. (think Robhinhood).
Binance Enhances Trading Options with New Pairs and Bot Services
Binance boosts its trading services with new spot trading pairs and trading bot services, expanding options and enhancing user experience. This includes pairs like MOVR/TRY, LDO/FDUSD, and more, with a focus on FDUSD and Turkish Lira pairs.
Ethereum staking volume surpasses withdrawal volume post-Shapella upgrade
After the successful Shapella upgrade, Ethereum's staked ETH volume has surpassed the withdrawal volume for the first time. According to data from Nansen, more ETH is currently being staked than withdrawn, with the staking volume reaching 124,000 ETH, while the withdrawal volume is at 64,800 ETH. The majority of validators are restaking their unlocked Ether, and early withdrawals are primarily staking rewards.
Binance Eliminates Fees on Spot Bitcoin Trading to Mark 5th Anniversary
Crypto exchange Binance is marking its 5th year anniversary in a special way, with the elimination of trading fees of Bitcoin spot trading pairs.
JPMorgan, UBS, and Goldman Sachs Back Polkadot (DOT) with an ETP Investment
As institutional investors enter the cryptocurrency scene, investor appetite may not be limited to Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Terraform Labs Co-Founder Argues Against SEC Lawsuit
Terraform Labs co-founder, Do Kwon's lawyers have argued in court against the SEC's lawsuit for illegally offering unregistered securities. The lawyers claim the SEC's acquisitions are unfounded and that the stablecoin in question is a currency, not a security. Additionally, Kwon's arrest and subsequent extradition remain uncertain.
How to Mine Without Buying A Mining Machine
Bitcoin’s price has been rising incredibly and continues to trend upward. Many people may think that if they cannot buy a Bitcoin mining machine, they are missing out on a huge opportunity to generate profit.
TradingView Pairs with OKX, Offering Over 260 Cryptos Trading
TradingView, a leading charting and trading platform, has partnered with crypto exchange OKX, bringing over 260 cryptocurrencies to its framework.
Bitcoin’s Average Trader Returns Sink to a 14-Month Low as FOMO Factors Become Prevalent
The average Bitcoin trader has been on the receiving end as their returns have nosedived to a 14-month low, as revealed by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.
Russia Won't Follow in the Footsteps of China's Total Ban on Crypto Transactions: Russian Deputy FM
The Russian government said it will not follow China's comprehensive ban on cryptocurrency and has no plans to prohibit investors from buying cryptocurrencies in the foreign exchange market.
OKX Announces Listing of BlockGames (BLOCK) for Spot Trading
OKX has announced to list BlockGames (BLOCK), a decentralized player network for mobile game publishing tools, on its spot trading market, with details for deposits, trading, and withdrawals.
South Korea Sees Surge in New Blockchain Platforms for Trading of Unlisted Stocks
South Korea’s progressive-thinking and liberal attitude on blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies got another boost on May 11. Industry sources revealed the upcoming launch of two new blockchain-based exchanges to bolster the financial trading of unlisted equities.
Ex-Coinbase Staff Sued in Insider Trading Case
32-year-old Ishan Wahi, the former Product Manager at Coinbase Global Inc, has been charged in a district court in Washington for orchestrating an insider trading fraud.
Interactive Brokers Launches Crypto Trading Services for Institutional Clients
In 2023, Hong Kong will cooperate with cryptocurrency and fintech firms.
HSBC Becomes the First Bank to Finance Transaction via Hyperledger
Multinational banking giant, HSBC has reportedly become the first bank to complete a financial transaction using the blockchain trade platform, we.trade based in Europe.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Criticizes Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton's Regulatory Approach
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse criticizes former SEC Chair Jay Clayton for his aggressive regulatory approach, citing hypocrisy based on a 2020 lawsuit against Ripple. The ongoing legal tussle and recent developments highlight the broader regulatory uncertainties in the crypto industry.
Colorado State to Permit Payment of Taxes in Crypto this Summer
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has revealed that the state plans to let its residents pay their taxes in digital currencies as early as this summer.
Major Brazilian Investment Bank BTG Pactual Opens Crypto Trading Services to Customers
BTG Pactual, a central investment bank in Brazil, is developing its cryptocurrency trading service in response to increased demands from its customers who want to invest in crypto assets.
May 18: Are leverage traders waking up from their bad dream on March 12?
A sea of green across crypto on Monday Asia morning with BTC recovering close to $10k again from its low on Friday at $9,150. This broad based rally includes some overshoots such as ETH, BSV and BCH all up 6% or more in the last 24 hours. Interesting headline over the weekend that could inflict some short-term pain: another mega $1bn crypto ponzi WoToken has been taken down by the Chinese police.
Ethereum Developers Discuss Upcoming Testnet and Upgrade Plans
Ethereum's All Core Developers Consensus (ACDC) call #118 on September 21, 2023, focused on preparations for Devnet-9, the second testnet for the Cancun/Deneb upgrade. The call revealed client readiness, Dencun-related tests, EIP 4788 deployment, and a tentative launch sequence for Dencun. The call also discussed the timing of testing and the launch sequence for Dencun on different testnets. The insights highlight the community's efforts to ensure Ethereum's smooth progression.
Why is everyone going crazy over NFT?
Dmytro Volkov, CTO of the international cryptocurrency exchange CEX.IO, has over 15 years ’work experience in IT, including over 10 years in financial markets. He has optimized the technology and processes at the CEX.IO exchange, as well as the trading and analytics systems and integrations with external systems. Equally, he has created the CEX.IO Broker platform to trade derivatives, an author of trainings on financial and tech topics as well as a speaker at industry-wide conferences.
Binance To Terminate Chinese Yuan Transactions after China's Strong Encryption Ban
Binance announced today that it will terminate C2C Chinese Yuan trading before the end of this year. The action is considered a backlash in response to China’s latest crypto ban.
HashKey Exchange Becomes First Licensed Retail Crypto Trading Platform in Hong Kong
Hong Kong, 3 August 2023 - HashKey Exchange has announced the official upgrade of its Type 1 and Type 7 licences, becoming the first licensed virtual asset exchange for retail users in Hong Kong.
EDX Markets Debuts Cryptocurrency Trading Platform and Wraps Up Latest Investment Round
In a key milestone, EDX Markets has successfully kick-started its cryptocurrency trading operations and completed a fresh funding round
Open Interest in Bitcoin Futures Extends Gains, Nearing All-time High Reaching Over $5 Billion
According to data published by Bybt cryptocurrency futures and information platform, the current Open Interest in Bitcoin futures contracts has hit $5.35 billion.
Police Search of South Korean Coinbit Crypto Exchange Finds 99% Trade Volume Manipulation
Coinbit, the third-largest crypto exchange in South Korea, has found itself in trouble with the authorities for alleged arbitrage manipulation of the transaction volume.
Citadel Securities to Develop Crypto Trading Marketplace
Citadel is working with like-minded firms on developing different aspects of the crypto landscape. The consortium plans to build a fair digital asset marketplace by overcoming market limitations and promoting fairness.
Bitcoin Surge Driven by Spot Buyers, says Moskovski Capital CEO
Lex Moskovski, the CEO of Moskovski Capital, has disclosed that spot buyers are fuelling the present BTC uptrend, which is bullish.
Thai Cafe Welcomes Traders to Offer Crypto Advice
A cafe in the northeastern of Thailand has become popular with cryptocurrency traders, this restaurant now welcomes people to offer advice to the industry.
Google Sues Unknown Entities for Malware Scheme Disguised as AI Chatbot Bard
Google is suing individuals for a malware distribution scam involving false AI chatbot ads, aiming to protect users and intellectual property amid growing digital security challenges.
Fidelity to Offer Crypto Trading to Retail Customers
The potential launch would come after Fidelity enabled its corporate clients in April to add the world's largest cryptocurrency to their managed 401(k) retirement plans.
EminiFX CEO Sentenced to Nine Years for $240 Million Crypto Fraud Scheme
EminiFX CEO, Eddy Alexandre, sentenced to nine years for defrauding investors of $240M through fabricated returns and false AI trading claims.
NFT On-Chain Volume on Ethereum Hit $10bn Per Month
NFTs have been making headlines based on the notable growth witnessed in this sector despite being the new kid on the crypto block.
Crypto Open Interest and Trade Volume Reach Levels since March
Open interest and trade volume in the crypto market have increased based on the latest surge in prices.
FXCM Managing Director: Bitcoin or Forex? Customers Just Want to Trade What is Moving
FXCM is a leading provider of online foreign exchange (FX) trading, CFD trading, spread betting and related services. Founded in 1999, the company's stated mission is to provide global traders with access to the world.
Bitcoin’s Average Trader Monthly Swings Back to Sink for the First Time Since July
After recording a 10% daily loss on September 8, BTC traders’ monthly returns slumped.
US Regulators Overreach to Protect US Dollar Supremacy with TON Decision, Will Bitcoin be next?
If the last two years have revealed anything about our global monetary system, it is that the US Federal Reserve and President Donald Trump really do not want a competitor to the US Dollar.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlingouse Speaks Against Bitcoin 'Tribalism'
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse believes the culture of “tribalism” in which some people support only one digital asset is dragging the growth of the cryptocurrency industry.
Cardano’s Vasil Hard Fork Upgrade Confirmed to Happen on September 22
The Vasil upgrade promises to include improvements to the Plutus programming language as well as introducing greater scalability for lower transaction fees.
Silvergate Loses Additional Ratings From Moody's
Cathy Wood's ARK Invest sold over 400,000 Silvergate Capital shares for $4.3 million. Reports say Silvergate Bank lost $718 million liquidating loans to meet $8.1 billion in withdrawals. Moody's Investors Service downgraded Silvergate and the bank due to the bank's predicament.
Ripple's Brad Garlinghouse Maintains SEC Chair's Stance on Crypto is Not Clear
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has maintained that the SEC boss did not clarify crypto laws at his hearing with the US Senate.
CoinGecko Report: 2023 Crypto Industry Rebounds with Resilience and Transformation
2023 saw a resilient crypto industry with a 108.1% increase in market cap to $1.72T and a total trading volume of $36.6T. NFT trading reached $11.8B, while stablecoins like Tether maintained a strong presence. Bitcoin's value rose significantly, contributing to the year's positive momentum.
Ripple CEO: Global Governments Now See Blockchain Solution to Addressing Transparency and Settlement
Brad Garlinghouse, Ripple CEO, believes most governments consider blockchain technology a game-changer as it solves frictions like transparency and settlement that were a headache in yesteryears.
Coinbase Introduces Ethereum Staking for US Institutional Clients
Coinbase rolls out a new staking crypto service to its institutional clients ahead of Ethereum’s planned transition to a proof-of-stake mechanism, providing more financial options to their portfolios.
US-China Cold War Could Benefit Bitcoin
An internal Chinese report presented to Chinese Leader Xi Jinping and his top party members on May 4, concluded that anti-China sentiment is currently at its highest since the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown according to Reuters.
Exclusive: Fidelity Digital Assets Explains the Core Concerns Traditional Institutions Still Have Towards Cryptocurrencies
Blockchain.News spoke with Christine Sandler, the Head of Sales and Marketing at Fidelity Digital Assets to understand more about the concerns institutional investors may have and the barriers to entry to the cryptocurrency market.
Crypto Trading in India Soared by 400% During COVID-19 Lockdown
With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, India’s cryptocurrency trading industry has seen an increase of 400 percent over the last few months.
Crypto Trading Volumes in Exchanges Sank by Over 40% in June
The ripple effect of the recent crypto market crash continued to be felt as trading volumes at major exchanges nosedived by more than 40% in June.
Ripple Executives Cleared of SEC Charges in Landmark Decision
In a major development, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Executive Chairman Chris Larsen were cleared of all charges by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This is the third legal victory for the executives and Ripple, leaving the crypto industry questioning the SEC's approach.
Aevo Launches Incentive Program to Boost Trading and Staking
Aevo introduces a trading and staking incentive program, offering enhanced $AEVO earnings for active participants over a four-month period.
FTX Partners with Paradigm for 'One-Click' Futures Spread Trading
Crypto assets trading platform FTX has partnered with Paradigm, one of the largest institutional liquidity network in launching a “one-click” future spread trading that integrates eight (8) different cryptocurrencies
Why Bitcoin Doesn’t Feel Like a Bull Market
Why does everybody still act like bitcoin is in a bear market?
eToro—The Globally Utilized and Bespokely Localized Trading Platform
Founded in 2007, eToro has been a leader in the global Fintech revolution, empowering people to invest by giving them access to global markets. From cryptos to stocks and commodities, eToro has made trading easy and social, creating a strong community of over 12 million traders worldwide.
Stern Warning on Crypto Trading by the China's Central Bank Prompts Bitcoin Bears
Following a cryptocurrency trading clampdown threat by China's central bank, People’s Bank of China (PBoC), Bitcoin has seen losses of more than 10%. Its value has dropped below $7,000.
Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak’s WOZX is Best Performing Crypto as Price Rallies 100% Again
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak’s crypto Efforce (WOZX) has rallied by 100% overnight, its price surging from $1.55 to $3.30 making it the best crypto-asset currently trading.
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.
Bitcoin SV (BSV) Surpasses $100
Bitcoin SV (BSV) has surpassed $100 due to strong technical indicators and market activity, especially in South Korea, influenced by market sentiment, technical analysis, and trading volume dynamics.
NFT Sales Sales Volume Hits Record High of $10.7B in Q3
Rising over eight times from the second quarter record, sales volumes of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) grow to $10.7 billion in the third quarter of 2021.
Global Radio Station Flat.FM Introduces New Cryptocurrency on the Minter Network
Both at industry events and in the media, there has been an increased interest in the potential impact of blockchain technology. While debates regarding the adoption of the technology continue, a global radio station launches its own cryptocurrency to enhance its operations.
Insider Trading and Cryptocurrency
Coinbase director Conor Grogan saw Binance-linked anonymous wallet transactions. The wallets acquired unlisted tokens minutes before their listing announcement on Binance's website and sold them shortly after, sparking suspicions of crypto insider trading.
Binance Announces New Global Merchant Program for Crypto Peer-to-Peer Users
Leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance has announced a new program into its array of programs and services. This program is available for all users and members of the platform as the exchange aims to service P2P users very better and to ensure optimal liquidity for them.
Robinhood Acquires Cross Crypto Exchange Trading Platform Cove Markets
Robinhood announced the acquisition of Cove Markets, a cross-exchange trading platform, joining Robinhood crypto.
JPMorgan Develops AI Tool for Federal Reserve Analysis
JPMorgan has created an AI tool using a ChatGPT-based language model to analyze Federal Reserve statements and speeches to detect trading signals. The tool assigns a Hawk-Dove Score to Fed policy signals and can predict changes in central bank tightening. The bank has reportedly found the preliminary applications of the tool to be encouraging.
The Bitcoin price surge has led to a market FOMO among small BTC addresses
Small BTC addresses surge in 2023, boosting bitcoin market enthusiasm.
Chicago Board Options Exchange Files Trademark for NFT & Crypto Services
The Chicago Board Options Exchange has filed for a trademark application for CBOE DIGITAL, NFT trademark, according to its attorney Michael Kondoudis's announcement through a tweet.
Crypto Investment Platform Bitpanda Launches Commodities Trading
Bitpanda has launched the ability for investors to trade commodities as the crypto trading platform continues to expand its product offerings beyond cryptocurrency, stocks, and precious metals, among others.
Margin Trading And Lending On The Crypto Market
In recent years, many of you who are interested in crypto, probably have noticed the continuous growth of the number of new exchange products that help earn from lending and margin trade.
SEC Seeks to Freeze Binance.US Assets in Bid to Protect Customers
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has lodged an emergency action application against Binance Holdings Limited, BAM Trading Services Inc., BAM Management US Holdings, Inc., and their founder, Changpeng Zhao.
BitMEX Invests in South Africa’s Largest Bitcoin Exchange
In a bold financial move, the parent company of BitMEX cryptocurrency exchange has decided to invest in a South Africa’s biggest Bitcoin exchange, VALR.
Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce Signs a Blockchain Alliance Proposal to Foster Trade And Finance
Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce had signed a written proposal giving the Shanghai government departments and six financial companies an opportunity to establish an E-port area blockchain alliance with the sole aim of fostering international trade and financial services.
JPMorgan CEO Warned Investors Against Bitcoin Investment, Calls for Clear Regulations to Crypto Trading
Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase Bank, is still not a crypto supporter. He admits that JPMorgan clients are interested in cryptocurrency. JPMorgan is planning to offer Bitcoin funds to rich clients.
Former Coinbase Employee Sentenced
Ishan Wahi, former product manager at Coinbase, has been sentenced to 24 months in prison for insider trading. Wahi used confidential information from Coinbase to profit off new token listings, totaling up to $1.5 million.
7 Steps in Luno: How to Convert Your USD to Nigerian Naira Using Bitcoin
This newly found interest also explains the recent increase in the number of exchange platforms that have been springing up to meet this growing demand for liquidity within this space. Some platforms where Nigerians can receive funds in dollars or Bitcoin and convert to Naira has been seen as a way out of the too many constraints fiat presents.
India’s Supreme Court Turned the Tables on Crypto Ban in Landmark Ruling
In a momentous ruling, India’s Supreme Court has lifted the ban made by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the nation’s central bank, on banks and other regulated entities dealing with cryptocurrencies. The court noted that preventing regulated entities from offering banking services to crypto trading stakeholders did not hold any water.
Binance Expands Spot Market with New Pairs and Introduces Automated Trading Bots Services
Binance enhances trading options on its spot market with new currency pairs and launches trading bots services for optimized trading strategies.
FTX EU Launches Website for Customer Withdrawal Requests
FTX EU has launched a website for European customers to submit withdrawal requests following the global trading platform's collapse and bankruptcy in November 2022. The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission reportedly approved the new website domain name, which will only be used to pay back impacted customers and will not offer any products or services.
Australian Top Bank Commonwealth Bank to Offer Cryptocurrency Trading for Retail Customers
The largest bank in Australia – Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) – is set to develop a platform that allows its customers to trade cryptocurrencies.
Former Sequoia Partner Michelle Fradin, Involved in FTX Investment, Joins OpenAI
Michelle Fradin, former Sequoia Capital executive, joins OpenAI to lead data efforts, specializing in venture capital and AI, focusing on FTX investment and large language model integration.
CBOE Seeks SEC Approval to List First Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Product in US
Equities market operator, CBOE global markets, has submitted a filing proposal to the SEC to list and trade shares of VanEck’s Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund (ETF).
Robinhood Silently to Test Crypto Wallets & Crypto Transfer Functions
According to a Bloomberg report, Zero-commission financial trading platform Robinhood is low-profile testing new crypto wallet features for its customers, which will allow users to send and receive cryptocurrencies.
Singapore's Central Bank Paves the Way for Regulatory Oversight of Cryptocurrency Derivatives Trading
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has revealed regulatory plans to permit the trading of cryptocurrency derivatives on select platforms. This oversight strategy is being fronted because investors are considerably favoring these products.
Paxful Joins Hands with iProov, Providing Identity Verification
Paxful, a leading peer-to-peer (P2P) crypto trading platform, has selected iProov to revamp user identity verification when onboarding and making transactions.
Australia's First Bitcoin ETF to Launch on Apr 27
Australia’s first bitcoin ETF will be listed on the Cboe stock exchange next week, The Australian Financial Review reported on Tuesday.
BlackRock Filings Signal the Giant Asset Management Firm Could Start Bitcoin Futures Trading
Blackrock investment management giant has filed documents with the SEC suggesting that the firm is set to dive into the crypto futures trading.
U.S. Air Force Files Trademark Application for Digital Metaverse 'SpaceVerse'
The U.S. Air Force (USAF) files a trademark application for "SpaceVerse" with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to expand military training into the metaverse.
Crypto Adoption Among Women on the Rise
A new poll suggests crypto is recruiting women. According to eToro's e-Survey of 10,000+ crypto investors, women's ownership climbed from 29% to 34% in Q4 2022.
Bitfinex: The Crisis Tested Liquid Exchange King for Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading
During the March 12 stock market crash instigated by the coronavirus pandemic’s disruption to the world economy, cryptocurrency exchanges experienced a massive sell-off of Bitcoin and Ethereum. When the liquidation panic finally settled down, Bitfinex emerged as one of the few exchanges that had been able to take the extreme volatility in stride.
Institutional Bitcoin Buying Could Push Price to $45K, What Happens When They Start Taking Profits?
Bitcoin surged over 300% in 2020 on a wave of institutional buy in—but what happens when institutions decide to sell in 2021?
Ethereum To Become a Deflationary Asset and See Its Supply Reduced with Proposed EIP 1559 Upgrade
Ethereum has a planned upgrade for July through which its cryptocurrency supply will be reduced. This is bullish for the price of ETH.
How To Start Trading Cryptocurrency?
The cryptocurrency market is full of pitfalls. It's possible to lose money by storing Bitcoin, buying and selling it, and making transactions on and off the exchange. How to get acquainted with this new type of assets, how to avoid losses and develop your trading skills?
Ethereum Istanbul Hard Fork Successfully Completed and Supported by Major Exchanges
Ethereum has successfully hit block number 9,069,000, where the Istanbul hard fork has been completed. Istanbul is Ethereum’s eighth hard fork overall, addressing issues such as denial-of-service attack resilience, interoperability with equihash-based proof-of-work and gas costs, which is the cost to send a transaction on the Ethereum network.
Aptos Token Price Surged over 30% following First Week of Trading
The price surge is driven by three major factors: negative funding rates, VC support, and the market's recovery.
Optimism (OP) Ecotone Upgrade Set to Enhance Scaling on March 14
Optimism announces the Ecotone upgrade, integrating EIP-4844 to enhance scaling, scheduled for March 14 pending governance approval
Are Ethereum Nodes Ready for a New Hard Fork on New Year’s Day?
The Ethereum network is expected to undergo a scheduled upgrade, named Muir Glacier at block number 9,200,000, predicted to occur on New Year’s Day 2020.
Will Crypto Assets Have a Future in Russia After All? State Duma Passes DFA Bill
The State Duma of Russia passed a law regarding digital financial assets (DFA) in the financial bill’s third reading, which determined the fate of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Bit.com Rolls Out USD Perpetual Trading for Diversification Purposes
To eliminate overreliance on a single type of stablecoin, Seychelles-based crypto exchange @Bit.com has rolled out USD perpetual trading, starting with BTC/USD and ETH/USD pairs.
Binance Expands Convert Service with Japanese Yen Integration
Binance has introduced the Japanese Yen (JPY) to its Convert platform, allowing users to trade JPY with BTC, USDT, and other tokens without fees.
Singaporean Company Launches World’s First Blockchain-Enabled Carbon Trading Exchange
AirCarbon Pte, a Singaporean exempt private company, has established the first-ever blockchain-powered carbon trading exchange (CTX) that will permit corporate buyers and airlines to sell and purchase tokens subsidized by carbon offset credits.
Binance to Delist ARPA/BNB, COMP/TUSD, EDU/BNB and PENDLE/TUSD
Binance is set to remove a select number of trading pairs from its platform on March 15, 2024, citing low liquidity and volume as the primary reasons.
Exclusive: Deloitte Blockchain Lab on the Three Areas of Collaborations with HKMA
We were delighted to interview Dr. Paul Sin, leader of the Deloitte Asia Pacific Blockchain Lab, who shared with us its development goals and the collaborations with HKMA across the Greater Bay Area and Europe.
Reserve Bank of India Says Banks Are Authorized to Provide Accounts to Cryptocurrency Traders
The Reserve Bank of India recently responded to an information query, saying that Indian banks are not prohibited from dealing with crypto businesses.
Unizen Secures $200m 'Capital Commitment' to Scale Up Trading Ecosystem
Centralized decentralized exchange Unizen has secured $200 million and plans to use the latest funding to build an infrastructure that would enable it to interconnect with other exchanges efficiently.
Wealthfront Adds Crypto Investments to Its Trading Offerings
Wealthfront finally begins offering crypto exposure to its clients. Clients will be able to allocate up to 10% of their total portfolio to the two trusts.
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.
Bitget Eyes Middle East for Crypto Expansion, Plans to Hire 60 New Staff
Bitget, a leading crypto derivatives and copy trading platform, has announced plans to expand its operations into the Middle East, as reported on July 20, 2023.
Jimmy Fallon Fights Subpoena in NFT Legal Battle
Lawyers for Jimmy Fallon have filed a petition to quash a subpoena requiring him to testify in the Yuga Labs Inc. v. Ripps et al. case, stating that he has no connection to the dispute. Meanwhile, Getty Images has partnered with NFT platform Candy Digital to offer rare photos in NFT form, starting with photographs from its 1970s music and culture collection. The NFT market is experiencing growth, with marketplace volume increasing for the fourth consecutive month in February. To provide more comprehensive insights into the NFT economy, Forkast Labs has launched a series of NFT indexes, including the Forkast 500 NFT index that measures performance across 21 blockchains.
Robinhood Compromised as Dark Web Hackers Allegedly Hold More Than 10K Login Keys
More than 10,000 Robinhood trading accounts have allegedly been hacked, and despite customer complaints, it appears as though the firm has been slow to act.
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.
Animoca Brands to Halt Trading Services to Russian Users
Animoca Brands said it would stop trading services to Russian users is in response to sanctions being imposed on Russia.
China expands digital yuan usage for cross-border trade
China is promoting the use of its digital yuan, also known as e-CNY, for cross-border trade in its Belt and Road initiative. The city of Xuzhou plans to allow the use of e-CNY to pay for services and storage charges for goods carried by cross-border trains, with plans to extend its usage to pay taxes and utility services in the city. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority is also testing the digital yuan as a cross-border payment tool in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area, while the Chinese government ramps up its CBDC efforts amid a shift away from the U.S. dollar in international trade markets.
Tezos Price Scoop: XTZ/BTC Bounces from Support as Indicators Show Exhausting Selling Pressure
On Tuesday, during opening trading hours, Tezos's price opened at 1898 satoshis, trading later at a gain of +3.96% at 1970 satoshis. Around 279 million worth of Tezos tokens exchanged hands of the volume during the trading session. Tezos is trading between a daily range of 1891 satoshis to 1985 satoshis.
Crypto Traders Exodus from Indian Exchanges due to High Tax Rate
With Binance app downloads skyrocketing to 429K in August, traders are leaving Indian crypto exchanges based on a fallout triggered by a significant tax change.
Standard Chartered Undertakes First Cross-Blockchain Trade Transaction Between Hong Kong and Mainland China
Standard Chartered has made a milestone by completing its first cross-blockchain trade finance pilot transaction between Hong Kong and China.
South Korea's Police Agency Requests INTERPOL's Assistance for Extradition of Terra's Do Kwon
South Korea intensifies efforts to extradite Terraform Labs CEO Do Kwon by seeking INTERPOL's cooperation after a Montenegrin court rejects U.S. extradition.
April 21: Essential Oil No More
Trading Crypto with Eugene is a series of daily commentary of market analysis and trading advice shared by Eugene Ng of Matrixport, a veteran trader with 10 years of experience in top-tier global investment banks. Hope you find it helpful.
NFTs Trading Volume Between May and June Fell 74%: The Block
NFTs' trading volume between May and June fell 74%, data from The Block Research showed.
Iran to Allow Digital Currency Payments for International Trade
Iran is notably about to double down on its love for digital currencies as a local media platform, Mehr News reports the country is on track to accept cryptocurrencies for international transactions.
Binance Bahrain Gets Category 4 License to Provide Crypto Trading Service
With the license, Binance can now offer full-suits of crypto trading services in Bahrain.
Bittrex Global to End Trading on Dec 4, 2023
Bittrex Global, a Liechtenstein-based cryptocurrency exchange, will cease operations on December 4, 2023, following regulatory challenges and legal proceedings, requiring customers to convert U.S. dollar holdings.
Colorado Becomes First US State to Accept Crypto as Tax Payments
Colorado has set the ball rolling as the first U.S. state to offer residents the option of paying taxes in cryptocurrencies.
FDIC Requires Potential Buyers of Failed U.S. Banks to Give Up Crypto Services
The FDIC has asked banks interested in acquiring failed U.S. lenders, Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, to submit bids by March 17. The authority will only accept bids from banks with an existing bank charter, prioritizing traditional lenders over private equity firms. The FDIC has also required any buyer of Signature to agree to give up all cryptocurrency business at the bank. This news comes amid concerns expressed by U.S. Representative Tom Emmer that the federal government is “weaponizing” issues around the banking industry to go after crypto.
Canada Security Regulator Approves Three Ethereum ETFs In A Single Day
The Ontario Securities Commission has made history again by approving three Ethereum exchange-traded funds in one day.
Coinbase International Exchange Launches Non-US Spot Markets
Coinbase launches non-US spot markets for institutional clients, addressing regulatory concerns and expanding globally.
Trading firms identified as Binance VIP clients in CFTC lawsuit
Three trading firms, Jane Street Group, Tower Research Capital, and Radix Trading have been identified as Binance's VIP clients in the CFTC lawsuit. The firms allegedly received preferential treatment from Binance, including lower transaction fees and faster trading services, while providing liquidity to the exchange.
Binance Follows Bybit in Appointing Top Compliance Official
Maxwell Baucus, former U.S. senator and ambassador to China, has joined Binance. The top official will become policy advisor and government liaison to the exchange. Given Baucus’s influence in US political circles, the move should support Binance’s expansion efforts within North America, where its Binance US platform operates.
Bitget Reinforces Its Leadership in Smart Crypto Trading with a Rebranding Initiative
Bitget announces a rebranding initiative to reinforce its leadership in smart crypto trading. The move includes new AI-powered tools, a visual identity update, and a focus on user education.
Fintech Uala Rolls Out Crypto Trading in Argentina
The new service will let users buy and sell Bitcoin and Ether in Argentina.
South Korea’s Largest Bank Reveals Crypto Custody Service Filing and Potentially Even More Crypto Services to Come
The largest bank in South Korea, KB Kookmin Bank has revealed its filing of a trademark application for KB Digital Asset Custody (KBDAC), its crypto custody service.
Cross-Chain Crime Hits $7B: North Korean Ties Unveiled
The recent revelation by Elliptic highlights a troubling surge in cross-chain crime, now amounting to $7 billion, with North Korean affiliated Lazarus Group playing a significant role. These findings from the 2023 edition of 'The State of Cross-chain Crime' report, outstrip previous forecasts, underscoring an urgent call for bolstered security measures and refined blockchain analytics to confront the escalating menace.
Binance Launches Ramadan Trading Fee Rebate Event with 50,000 FDUSD Pool
Binance celebrates Ramadan with a special event, offering 50,000 FDUSD in trading fee rebate vouchers for users completing set tasks.
Crypto Exchange MEXC Introduces Second-Level K-Line Function for Real Time Furtures Trading
To enhance real-time futures trading, crypto exchange MEXC has introduced the second-level K-line function that will incorporate the one-second time period.
Huobi To Restrict Derivatives Trading for New Zealand Users
Huobi has made an official announcement that it will impose restrictions on derivatives products for users in New Zealand.
Bit.com Enables Trading of Staked Ether on Spot and Perpetual Futures Markets
To meet the diversified needs of cryptocurrency users, Singapore-based crypto exchange Bit.com has launched Staked Ether (STETH) on spot and perpetual futures markets.
LooksRare NFT Marketplace Upgrades to Version 2, Reducing Fees by 75%
LooksRare has upgraded to version 2, reducing fees by 75% and implementing new features. Sellers now receive Ether instead of Wrapped Ether, and the platform allows for bulk buying and selling orders. Users can also buy an NFT with one wallet but send it to another.
Ethereum's Pectra Upgrade to Enhance Wallet Functionality and User Experience
Ethereum's Pectra upgrade, expected in late 2024 or early 2025, will enhance crypto wallets' user experience and functionality, enabling smart contracts and sponsored transactions, but posing security concerns.
Paypal to Complement its Latest Crypto Drive by Launching Stock Trading for US Customer
Paypal is reportedly on track to launch a stock trading service for its US customers.
South Korea Authorities Investigate Crypto Hacking and Illicit Trading on Exchanges
South Korea authorities are investigating cryptocurrencies hacking and illicit trading, focusing on cracking down on such practices, raising concerns about potential consequences for those involved.
Russians are Rushing to Buy Bitcoin as COVID-19 Pandemic Continues
As governments around the world continue to battle ill-effects of the ongoing COVID pandemic, Bitcoin is turning out an investment of choice among developing and emerging economies. Officials from the Russian chapter of Binance, Garantex, and EXMO shared insights with the Russian publication, confirming the growth in users originating from the country. All the bourses have mandatory KYC policies in place, meaning the reported figures are accurate.
OKX and CoinRoutes Expand Partnership: Institutional Crypto Trading Services Enhanced
OKX & CoinRoutes deepen collaboration, offering advanced API-enabled trading services to institutional users, emphasizing digital asset solutions.
Robinhood Plans to Roll out Beta Version of Crypto Wallet Feature in Jan 2022
Cryptocurrency and stock trading application Robinhood stated that it will start the beta phase of cryptocurrency wallets in mid-January 2022.
Nordic Neobank Lunar Raises $77M Funding Round, Launching Crypto Trading Platform
Lunar strives to offer more convenient, empathic and engaging banking alternative services to both private and business customers.
What Will Be The State of Bitcoin Going Forward?
Dmytro Volkov, CTO of the international cryptocurrency exchange CEX.IO, has over 15 years ’work experience in IT, including over 10 years in financial markets. He has optimized the technology and processes at the CEX.IO exchange, as well as the trading and analytics systems and integrations with external systems. Equally, he has created the CEX.IO Broker platform to trade derivatives, an author of trainings on financial and tech topics as well as a speaker at industry-wide conferences.
9 Cryptos Named as Securities by SEC amid Coinbase Insider Trading Charges
The US SEC listed nine cryptocurrencies as securities in response to the first-ever insider trading case involving crypto tokens against a former Coinbase employee.
George Soros’s Family Office Confirms Trading Bitcoin
The investment firm owned by billionaire investor George Soros is the latest family office to invest in Bitcoin and see cryptocurrencies as a hedge against inflation.
LocalBitcoins Cuts Fees to Zero for Ukrainians Both Locally and Abroad
To ease transactions amongst Ukrainians as they face the Russian Army Invasion in their nation, P2P Bitcoin marketplace LocalBitcoins has removed all transaction fees for them both locally and abroad.
eToro’s Crypto Exchange eToroX to List Elrond’s eGLD Token
eToro’s will list Elrond’s native cryptocurrency eGLD on its cryptocurrency exchange, eToroX. eToroX is one of the largest regulated and licensed crypto exchanges in the market, and the listing of eGLD will make the token available to trade against more than fifteen cryptocurrencies.
What is Crypto Margin Trading & How Does it Work?
There are many different ways to trade cryptocurrency. You may have heard of “shorting” Bitcoin, margin trading, or trading with leverage. All of these terms refer to the same practice — leverage trading — but the interchangeable way they are used can make understanding how it works a little difficult.
HK's Official Blockchain Platform eTradeConnect to Terminate Operations
eTradeConnect, a blockchain-based trade finance platform supported by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and twelve banks, is set to cease operations by the end of the month. Initially launched to digitalize trade documents and streamline operations, it has seen a decline in usage, leading to its impending closure.
Bexplus Launches Up to 30% Interest Wallet, 100% Bonus Activity
With Bitcoin retake $19,000, the crypto market has gone wild. While the recovery of the global economy is stalled, the crypto market has seen large influxes of capital and investors. By the end of November, the total market capitalization of cryptocurrency has surpassed $500 billion.
Ethereum’s DeFi Trades Skyrocketed in Q3 2020, but Bitcoin Volume Declined
A quarterly report from eToro indicated that while DeFi sector was bullish in 2020’s third quarter (Q3), Bitcoin trades decreased in contrast.
Magic Eden Pulls $27m in Series A Funding Round
Solana-based NFT marketplace Magic Eden has pulled the sum of $27 million in a Series A funding round.
ProShares Bitcoin Futures ETF Wants Exemptions from Trading Limits
ProShares Bitcoin futures ETF shares could grow too fast on the CME public marketplace. The firm therefore has applied to be exempted from trading limits.
JPMorgan Chase Upgrades Dell Technologies Rating, Eyes AI-Driven Growth
JPMorgan Chase & Co. upgrades Dell Technologies to Overweight, setting a new target price of $90, buoyed by its favorable position in the AI-driven compute investment cycle. Dell's strong market performance and anticipated benefit from the growing AI and ML focus in IT sectors signal promising growth prospects.
Italy will tax cryptocurrency earnings 26%
Italy will restrict digital currencies in 2023. Cryptocurrency trading earnings above 2,000 euros ($2,062) will incur a 26% capital gains tax. As "foreign money," digital currencies have enjoyed reduced tax rates. Portugal wants to tax cryptocurrency capital gains at 28%.
Jul 6: Make it or Break it?
BTC managed to close above $9k and getting bid early as Asia opens up with stocks in the region moving higher. We did see $9K getting breached twice over the weekend but bears haven't had enough strength to push for a sustained move lower.
South Korea Strengthens the Supervision of Crypto Exchanges,Nearly Two-thirds of Exchanges Forced to Close with $2.6B in Losses
Financial Times reported the South Korean Financial Services Commission (FSC) has begun to tighten the supervision of local and overseas cryptocurrency trading platforms in South Korea, resetting a new deadline on September 24.
China and Malaysia discuss Asian Monetary Fund
China and Malaysia are discussing the creation of an Asian Monetary Fund as a way to move away from U.S. dollar hegemony. The fund was proposed at a forum in Hainan, China, and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stated that China is open to the proposal.
A Guide to Minimizing Risk in Crypto Trading
Risk management in crypto trading, shaped by market volatility, involves setting stop-losses, proper position sizing, using take-profit orders, and diversifying assets. Continuous learning is vital.
Bitcoin Is in a Normal Consolidation Market, says Bollinger Bands Inventor
The inventor of the famous Bollinger Bands indicator John Bollinger has suggested that the current Bitcoin price action depicts a normal consolidation market.
BC Technology Group Halts Trading Amid Notifiable Transaction
BC Technology Group Limited halted trading on Hong Kong Stock Exchange due to pending announcement about potential sale of crypto platform OSL, valued at $128 million.
Korean Prosecution Investigates Cypto Coin WEMIX Issuer WeMade and Hyperism Simultaneously
The Korean prosecution has simultaneously raided WeMade, the issuer of the cryptocurrency WEMIX, and Hyperism, the asset management company responsible for WEMIX's market making. This incident comes right after South Korea’s parliament passed the Virtual Asset Protection Act, which aims to crack down on illegal illegal trading practices such as market price manipulation and insider trading.
Bitcoin Average 30-Day Returns Slip to 8-Week Low
The price drop in the Bitcoin market has made the average 30-day returns sink by at least 6%, hitting an 8-week low.
RBI and Central Bank of UAE sign MOU on CBDC bridge
The Reserve Bank of India and the Central Bank of UAE have signed an MOU to collaborate on CBDC interoperability, specifically for the development of a CBDC bridge to facilitate remittances and trade.
Latvian National Extradited to the U.S for Crypto and Wire Fraud
Ivars Auzins, a Latvian citizen, accused of committing securities and wire fraud using eight companies that alleged to mine or invest in crypto assets, was extradited to the United States to face a six-count indictment charge.
Russian Finance Ministry on Track to Legalize Crypto for Cross-Border Payments
The current economic landscape in Russia is forcing both the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance to rethink their approaches to cryptocurrencies.
SafeMoon CEO's Bail Release Suspended Due to Flight Risk Concerns
SafeMoon CEO Braden John Karony's bail release has been postponed due to potential flight risk and community danger following allegations of financial fraud and money laundering.
Iran Transacts World's 1st International Import Order Worth $10M Using Crypto
Iran has made the first-ever importation of goods using crypto, according to Alireza Peyman-Pak, the Vice Minister of Industry, Mine & Trade.
CFTC Chairman Heath Tarbert Announces He Will Step Down Early Next Year
Heath Tarbert, the chairman of the U.S CFTC, has announced that he will leave the agency, thus setting the stage for Biden to choose another chairperson.
Telos Launches Most Powerful EVM And Combats Insider Trading in Crypto Market
Telos is powered by smart contract blockchain and TLOS cryptocurrency to offer a decentralized computing network, a global economy, and an app ecosystem, which provides fast and scalable DApps.
FIFA Files Metaverse-Linked Trademark Applications for 2026 World Cup
Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), the world’s giant football governing body, has reportedly filed for trademarks as it seeks to join the metaverse space in the 2026 World Cup.
PARSIQ Integrates Chainlink Oracle Price Feeds to Trigger Off-Chain Actions and Trading Decisions
Blockchain monitoring and automation platform PARSIQ has integrated Chainlink price oracles to trigger off-chain actions and trading decisions.
Crypto’s Options Market Expands Beyond BTC and ETH to TONcoin
Until today, you could only trade options with two cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). BIT exchange has just launched TON options, making TONcoin (TON) the third cryptocurrency available for this purpose.
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.
DLT Finance Receives BaFin Licenses to Launch Trading Platform for Digital Assets
The new platform is now offering a variety of digital asset services to institutional clients after receiving nine new trading licenses.
CoinMarketCap Introduces Algorithmically Ranked Crypto Trading Pairs to Eradicate Volume Inflation
CoinMarketCap, a leading crypto data tracker, has gone a notch higher by presenting a new ranking system based on an innovative algorithm powered by machine learning. According to the company’s blog post, this new approach will enable users to make more profound trading decisions when it comes to market pairs. The new approach presented by CoinMarketCap seeks to revamp its current single metric ranking network to a combined one that will handle at least 22,000 market pairs covering more than 5,500 cryptocurrencies.
Veteran Analyst Peter Brandt Exited Stocks and Bitcoin Portfolio, Returned To US Dollar
Veteran technical trader Peter Brandt cashed out his stock and Bitcoin portfolio just before the market crash on 3rd September.
Radix and LayerZero Partner to Enhance Web3 Interoperability
Radix has partnered with LayerZero to integrate LayerZero with the Radix Babylon public network, encouraging cross-chain communication and asset transfers to the Radix ecosystem. Interoperability enables decentralized applications to collaborate and integrate, broadening the scope of features they offer, enhancing functionality, and improving security.
Kenya’s Bitcoin Trading Volumes Hit $45.95 Million in 2020, Second Highest in Africa
Kenya’s Bitcoin (BTC) trading volumes skyrocketed by 472 percent in 2020 to stand at $45.95 million (Ksh 5.1 billion).
Binance Enhances Futures Trading with Multi-Assets Mode Launch
Starting February 9, 2024, Binance introduces an automatic Multi-Assets Mode for new futures accounts, enhancing trading flexibility and efficiency across margin assets.
China Has Kickstarted the Experimentation of a Blockchain Pilot in its Equity Trading Industry
The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has kickstarted the experimentation of a blockchain pilot for the equity trading industry in the country. Announced by the Beijing Local Financial Supervision and Administration, CSRC will be assisting the Beijing Equity Trading Center for the blockchain pilot.
Bitcoin Cash Network Upgrade Will Continue as Planned Despite Tensions Within the BCH Community
The Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network’s planned upgrade has been scheduled for November 15, 2020, which includes improvements to the Bitcoin ABC node software.
Crypto.com Denies Allegations of Misleading Trading Practices, Faces Regulatory Scrutiny Over Proprietary Trading Concerns
According to insider sources cited by The Financial Times, Crypto.com, the Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange platform, allegedly operates an in-house trading and market-making team whose primary objective is to generate profits rather than facilitate trading.
Goldman Sachs Trades First Over-the-Counter Crypto Transaction with Galaxy Digital
Goldman Sachs has become the major US bank to conduct the first over-the-counter crypto trade.
Friend.tech Users Lose $385K in Ether to SIM-Swap Scammer
A scammer has reportedly stolen approximately $385,000 (234 ETH) within 24 hours by SIM-swapping four Friend.tech users. The incident follows a series of SIM-swap and phishing attacks on the platform, putting its security measures under scrutiny. Blockchain analyst ZachXBT revealed the scam on October 5, 2023, adding to concerns about the vulnerability of Friend.tech's user accounts.
IOTA Network Increases its Speed by 20x Following its Relaunch a Few Months Prior
The IOTA Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on blockchain and open-source development has announced the latest version of its node software, Hornet together with the IOTA community. The IOTA community has conducted a stress test that illustrated a stable network of over 150 nodes with over 650 confirmed transactions per second (TPS). This shows an increase in transaction throughput by a factor of 20, while Hornet is able to consume 10 times less memory under normal operations compared to its previous node software.
US CFTC Charges Crypto Futures Exchange Digitex for Registration and Trading Violations
The CFTC has filed civil charges against Digitex exchange and its CEO for running a fraudulent crypto futures platform and over other multiple violations.
CoinMarketCap, CoinGecko, TradingView Blocked in China after Toughened Cryptocurrency Clampdown
Millions of crypto users in China suddenly found themselves unable to access TradingView, CoinMarketCap, and CoinGecko, a time the country renewed its fresh crackdown on crypto assets.
PayPal CEO Announces Plans for Cryptocurrency Business Expansion to Reach More Users
PayPal CEO discussed the integration of cryptocurrency into its business and potential business partnerships with central banks.
Goldman Sachs to Reopen Bitcoin Futures Trading after Three-Year Pause
Goldman Sachs plans to relaunch its Bitcoin futures trading after pressing pause on it in 2018 due to the crypto price fall experienced that year.
April 23: ETH Eating The Stablecoin World
Will ETH-inspired rally continue to drive the market? Will oil stabilize despite a fundamental short-term storage environment with a popular flawed ETF product? Will halvening next month start getting the market excited? Bottom line: mixed messaging.
Bitcoin Becoming More Mainstream While Bond Trading Is Dying, Says Australian Investment Firm
Pendal Group investment management company has announced that it is now in the Bitcoin business. It is taking a stake in Bitcoin through futures contracts.
Binance Suspends Crypto-based Derivatives Products in Hong Kong
Binance announced Friday that it no longer allow Hong Kong users to open new derivatives accounts, effective immediately.
ETC Group to Launch New ETP Based on Upcoming Ethereum Hard Fork
ETC Group has joined a growing list of firms that will list products associated with Ethereum’s potential forked ETHW token.
Earn Additional Yield on Your Crypto20 Investment
Invictus Capital continues in their pursuit to provide their community with unique wealth creation opportunities.
Australian Online Broker SelfWealth Becomes the First Platform to Add Crypto for Trading
Australian online broker SelfWealth plans to list 10 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, on its trading platform for trading before the end of this year.
Paxful Research Reveals How Nigerians Are Fighting Devaluation of Native Currency Naira with Bitcoin
The current pandemic has led to a devaluation of Nigeria’s native currency Naira and affected how cryptocurrency trades are conducted in the country.
Bitfinex Unveils Zero-Fee P2P Trading in Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela
Bitfinex has initiated a zero-fee trading feature for market takers on its Peer-to-Peer (P2P) platform in Argentina, Colombia, and Venezuela as of October 11, 2023. This move comes post the recent extension of the P2P service to these regions, aiming to reduce transaction costs, enhance liquidity, and encourage crypto trading. Users can access this facility by logging into their Bitfinex accounts and selecting the P2P option.
DBS Bank Says Its Bitcoin Trading Surged Amid Global Market Crash
DBS bank has ploughed ahead with its Bitcoin trading operations despite a slump in the digital asset markets.
Algorand Protocol Stateful Smart Contract Upgrade Targets Scalable DeFi Solutions and Dapps
Algorand is entering the decentralized finance (DeFI) ecosystem with its new highly scalable stateful smart contract capabilities.
US Awaits Recession While Bitcoin Becomes the Last Resort
The trade-war worries affected the financial markets on Wednesday, while stocks and commodities tumbled in Europe and the United States. Equities declined more than 1% in the United States after the S&P 500 Index fell 2.93%, the NASDAQ shed 3%, and the Dow Jones tumbled over 3%.
Bank of America Opens Bitcoin Future Trading to Clients
Bank of America (BofA) has become the latest major US bank to start trading Bitcoin futures.
Former BitMEX Executive Agrees to be Extradited Back to the US as Trial Drags on
Former BitMEX executive Gregory Dwyer has finally agreed to be extradited to the US to face charges of banking law violations.
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.
SEC Initiates Consultations on Rule Change for Bitcoin Trading Options
The SEC is discussing a rule change for options trading on Bitcoin ETFs, seeking public input on market impact during turbulence. Exchanges have requested options trading on recently approved spot Bitcoin ETFs, and whether options should follow stock regulations.
The Merge: Why Ethereum Investors Must Remain Cautious as Bellatrix Upgrade Goes Live
The Bellatrix Upgrade is set to go live on the Beacon Chain of the ETH Network today as the entire community prepares for the forthcoming merge of the current PoW chain with the PoS model.
Crypto Trading Robot Platform 3Commas Raises $37m in Series B Funding
3Commas announced the completion of a $37 million Series B financing. The new funding would be used for advancing its trading automation and the portfolio management technology ecosystem.
Brazil Securities and Exchange Commission Bars Bybit Offering Crypto Trading
Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) ordered the ban on cryptocurrency exchange Bybit from engaging in the securities brokerage business.
Coinbase warns of delays for ETH unstaking after Ethereum Merge
Coinbase users may face delays in unstaking their ETH after Ethereum's Shapella upgrade, due to on-chain processing. Coinbase advises users to be patient and offers a liquid staking option, "cbETH."
YouTube and Ripple Intertwined In Lawsuit Battle For XRP Scam Videos
Blockchain company Ripple and CEO of the currency exchange network Brad Garlinghouse is suing YouTube for allegedly playing a part in the repeated Ripple (XRP) crypto giveaway scams that have been circulating on the video content platform.
MEXC Global Rolls Out MX/USDT Perpetual Trading Pair to Enhance Ecosystem
Crypto exchange MEXC Global has incorporated the MX/USDT perpetual trading pair to enhance the MX Futures market and enhance the MEXC ecosystem.
Banks Will Start Mulling the Possibility of Crypto Trading in 3 Years: Former Citi CEO
According to Vikram Pandit, most financial institutions are likely to integrate digital currency trading services within the next one to three years
New London Upgrade Could Help Ethereum Hit $3,000, Crypto Expert Says
Ethereum is likely to increase its value based on the speculation and hype surrounding the London upgrade event.
Solidus Labs Reports $2 Billion in Wash Trades on Decentralized Exchanges
Solidus Labs has revealed that at least $2 billion worth of cryptocurrency has been wash-traded on Ethereum-based decentralized exchanges (DEXs) since 2020. The study analyzed 30,000 DEX liquidity pools, finding 67% were tainted by wash traders. Solidus Labs has developed tools to identify and counteract market manipulation, including Token Sniffer and DEX-based A-A Wash Trading Detection. The partnership aims to ensure safe crypto trading across both centralized and DeFi markets.
Blockpass Supports Permissionless DeFi Protocol UniLend Fundraiser with KYC & AML Screening
HONG KONG, Nov 24, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Blockpass today announced a successful working partnership with UniLend, the decentralised finance (DeFi) platform. UniLend recently conducted a successful fundraiser, with Blockpass providing the requisite KYC and AML provision in order to meet regulatory compliance. By handling the compliance measures, the UniLend team were able to focus their efforts on the actual fundraising process.
OKX Announces Largest-Ever Trading Competition with 2M USDT and Tesla Model 3 as Prizes
OKX has launched its most ambitious trading competition yet, with a prize pool exceeding 2 million USDT and a Tesla Model 3. The team-based competition focuses on USDT perpetual contracts and requires holding at least 100 USDT in assets.
OKX Introduces Mandatory Risk-Awareness Questionnaires for UK Users
OKX aligns with UK financial regulations by introducing mandatory risk-awareness questionnaires for its users, fostering responsible cryptocurrency trading and informed decision-making.
Crypto Investment Firm Paradigm Welcomes New Government Affairs Lead Alex Grieve
Alex Grieve joins Paradigm as Government Affairs Lead, bringing a decade of experience in politics and financial policy. Paradigm broadens its focus to include AI alongside crypto.
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.
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.
Binance Launches VIP Margin Trading Promo with USDT and Apple Vision Pro Rewards
Binance introduces a VIP Margin Trading Promotion offering up to 5,000 USDT, an Apple Vision Pro, and exclusive event invites for increasing trade volume.
CoinMarketCap Puts Wash Traders On Notice With New Metric
CoinMarketCaps new “Liquidity” metric will come down hard on exchanges that harbor wash traders.
Bybit Announces Launch of Grid Trading Bot
Bybit said that users will also have access to the grid trading bot to automate their buy and sell orders and adjust their investment amount.
5 of the Best Cryptocurrency Exchanges to Use in 2021
Cryptocurrency exchanges remain the primary gateway to the industry, providing an opportunity to trade and earn a profit. Here are five of the best platforms.
Mantle (MNT) Network Launches Mainnet v2 Tectonic
Mantle Network has completed its Mainnet v2 Tectonic upgrade, delivering low gas fees and enhanced EVM interoperability.
What Would it Take For a Genuine Crypto Revolution to Occur
Whether you are a fan of cryptocurrencies and digital assets or not, at the very least you can agree that we are on the cusp of what appears to be a blockchain revolution. Cryptocurrencies are undoubtedly the most high profile of the blockchain-based technologies out there, and the ones that stand to do both the most harm and good, and so are deserving of the most attention.
OKX Announces Spot Trading for Ether.fi's ETHFI Token Amidst Growing DeFi Interest
Global crypto exchange OKX lists Ether.fi's governance token ETHFI for spot trading, highlighting the platform's expansion and the DeFi sector's growth.
Former Coinbase Product Manager Sentenced to Prison for Insider Trading Scheme
Ishan Wahi, a former product manager at Coinbase, has been sentenced to two years in prison for his role in an insider trading scheme that involved using confidential information obtained during his time at Coinbase. Wahi, along with his brother and an associate, allegedly used the information to profit off new token listings, totaling up to $1.5 million.
May 13: ALT Coins Give You Wings
Trade Strategy: Similar to yesterday. I've closed my long volatility trades, and will start to sell some volatility here and whenever it spikes. While implied volatility has sharply declined from 100% to 80% since Sunday, the longer-term average before the 12 March crash is around 55-60% so there's still juice to be short vol.
Coinbase Records Impressive Growth in Q2 Revenue, Earning 2.23B and Exceeding Analysts’ Expectations
Despite a volatile second-quarter period, Coinbase saw revenue increase in its cryptocurrency business, earning $2.23 billion in revenue.
Russia’s Central Bank Will Ban Crypto Issuance and Trading in Upcoming “Digital Financial Assets” Bill
Alexey Guznov, head of the legal department at Bank of Russia, says that the new version of the delayed bill on “Digital Financial Assets” will include a ban on issuance and selling of cryptos in the country.
Robinhood Warns About Potential for Significant Decline in Retail Trading, Particularly in Crypto Business
Expecting to conduct IPO next week, Robinhood warns its revenues in Q3 ending in September to be lower compared to Q2 ended in June.
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.
Judge Considers Dismissing Shaquille ONeal and Naomi Osaka from FTX Lawsuit
A federal judge in Florida is considering dismissing Shaquille O’Neal and Naomi Osaka from the FTX lawsuit due to uncertainty about whether they were served. The judge reprimanded other celebrity defendants for not following proper procedure in requesting a conference extension. A consolidation request by some plaintiffs against FTX was denied, and lawyers for former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried noted the possibility of pushing back the criminal trial scheduled for October 2023.
Europol Places Bitcoin Mixer Wasabi Wallet on its Radar for Promoting Dark Web Transactions
The general regulatory difficulty experienced by Bitcoin and altcoins lie in the skepticism of regulatory agencies due to their cryptographic nature. Transactions are generally obscured as privacy is the watchword. This creates a source of concern as the likelihood of the currencies being used in dark web transactions is high. Monitoring agencies have been able to fight this partly by ensuring companies or firms that will be involved with digital currencies adhere to some compliance clause.
US Tax Office Warns Coinbase Users To Declare Crypto Holdings Before IRS Clampdown
The IRS may soon start clamping down on crypto users particularly those affiliated with Coinbase exchange who do not properly report their crypto holdings.
Europol Empowers Victims with Tools to Fend Off Ransomware Attacks
Europol, European Union’s law enforcement agency, has put together an anti-ransomware initiative that has managed to intercept $630 million dollars and more in ransomware demands, since 2016.
Texas Authorities Slap “Bitcoin Pope” and Forex Birds with Cease and Desist Order for Fraudulent Investment Scheme
An emergency cease and desist order has been issued against the “Bitcoin Pope” trader, under allegations of fraudulent cryptocurrency investments.
Binance CEO CZ and Crypto Execs Say Traditional Finance Not Yet Ready to Embrace Digital Currencies
Binance CEO Changepeng Zhao (CZ) and two major crypto executives believe traditional financial institutions have a long way to go before they embrace digital currencies.
Spain To Draft New Bill That Will Enforce Full Crypto Holding Disclosure From Citizens
Spain is drafting a bill that will make it mandatory for crypto asset holders to disclose the value of their assets for tax purposes.
BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes Resigns, Following Criminal Charges by CFTC and DoJ
BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes has stepped down from his position, alongside Samuel Reed, the company's CTO.
Can US Lawmakers Really Just Mint Two $1 Trillion Coins to Back a Digital Dollar COVID Stimulus with "No Additional Debt"?
As the economy continues to deteriorate in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic climate, US Lawmakers are once again pitching the creation of a sovereign digital dollar to quickly distribute the proposed stimulus packages. The bill further proposed the new minting of two trillion dollar coins.
Why is Nigeria Africa’s Biggest Crypto Hotspot Even Though it Doesn't Even Have a Bitcoin ATM?
Nigeria is the biggest crypto market in Africa, but based on official records it does not have a functional Bitcoin ATM. WeeTracker reported on Jan 27 that this trend is noted in Nigeria despite it backing the first stablecoin project in the continent using its currency the Naira.
Stanford Study Findings—Is Blockchain Hype or Hope for Social Impact?
Beyond the hype of its potential, does blockchain technology really have the power to drive social impact?
Warren Buffett Ditches US Dollar, Bitcoin Price Set to Soar
As the US dollar keeps plummeting, Max Keiser revealed that Warren Buffett has moved his assets out of the US market, setting Bitcoin for its next surge.
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.