In a significant move towards decentralization, Consensys has unveiled the Linea Association, an independent non-profit organization based in Switzerland. This initiative aims to foster the growth and development of Linea, a cutting-edge zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine (zkEVM) Layer-2 rollup. The establishment of this association symbolizes a pivotal shift in the governance and technological progress of
The 2024 presidential campaign brought with it a wave of promises from Republican President-elect Donald Trump, particularly focused on halting what he characterized as overreach by regulatory agencies. Among these campaign pledges was a commitment to dial back enforcement in the cryptocurrency sector. Legal experts attending a conference in New York recently discussed this prospective
In a somber development that continues to ripple through the cryptocurrency community, the remains of Kevin Mirshahi, a well-known figure in the cryptocurrency influencer space, have been discovered in Montreal. On October 30, 2023, a passerby made the grim find in Île-de-la-Visitation Park, situated in the Ahuntsic-Cartierville district. Authorities confirmed that the 31-year-old’s body had
Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, has recently experienced a surge that reignites trader enthusiasm as it approaches a crucial resistance level of $93,257. This upward momentum follows a phase of market consolidation, a time when price fluctuations stabilize, and traders reassess their strategies. The question now is whether Bitcoin can break through this resistance and chart
In a bold statement during a recent Fox News appearance, Brad Garlinghouse, the CEO of Ripple, expressed optimism about the future of the U.S. cryptocurrency industry following Donald Trump’s victory in the recent presidential elections. With Trump’s self-identified status as a “crypto-friendly” president, Garlinghouse believes that the crypto landscape is on the brink of substantial
In recent weeks, Ethereum’s price has shown signs of rejuvenation, echoing the impressive strides made by Bitcoin (BTC) in its uptick to unprecedented heights. Amidst a backdrop of bullish sentiment, Ethereum has crossed significant psychological thresholds, rallying past the $2,800 mark that had previously suppressed its upward momentum. This breakout is especially pivotal as it
The world of cryptocurrency continues to be a thrilling rollercoaster, and Bitcoin, the flagship digital asset, is currently riding a significant wave known as the “thrill phase.” This terminology, used by crypto analyst Ash Crypto, refers to a period in a bull market characterized by heightened excitement and increasing volatility. As investors exhibit exuberance, the
The cryptocurrency landscape is notorious for its volatility, and recent events have only further highlighted this tendency. Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has seen a drastic decline in trading volume, plummeting by approximately 27%. This sharp downturn has raised questions among investors and analysts alike about the future direction of Bitcoin’s price and
The landscape of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States is undergoing a significant transformation as the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) adjusts its prosecutorial focus. Following a series of notable convictions related to cryptocurrency fraud, including the high-profile case against FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, the office has announced a
In light of recent developments, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a strong warning against foreign cryptocurrency firms that misrepresent themselves as banks. This caution emerges from the emergence of certain unscrupulous entities exploiting the banking term to misinform and mislead potential customers in Hong Kong. By leveraging the trusted image associated with
In a significant development for the cryptocurrency landscape in South Korea, regulators have unearthed alarming Know-Your-Customer (KYC) violations associated with Upbit, the country’s leading digital asset exchange. As part of routine renewal checks for its business license, the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of the Financial Services Commission (FSC) has highlighted serious compliance shortcomings on the