The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed an opposition brief in response to Hex founder Richard Heart’s attempt to dismiss the $1 billion securities fraud lawsuit. The SEC argued that Heart’s motion failed to address the well-supported allegations in the complaint and disregarded relevant legal standards. Despite Heart’s argument that the regulator lacks
As the cryptocurrency market grapples with a period of uncertainty and price volatility, all eyes are on the highly-anticipated Genesis upgrade for the Ethereum network. Set to take place in the first quarter of 2025, this major update has garnered significant attention from bullish analysts who believe it could be the driving force behind Ethereum’s
Bitcoin plummeted below the $50,000 mark on August 5th, causing a ripple effect in the cryptocurrency market. This sudden drop caught many investors off guard, leading to a domino effect that affected other popular altcoins as well. As a result, Bitcoin hit its lowest price point in six months, leaving short-term holders facing significant losses.
Cardano recently announced that the highly anticipated Chang hardfork will be delayed until September 1, 2024. This decision was made to allow platforms like Binance more time to prepare for the upgrade. According to Charles Hoskinson, the delay is necessary to ensure a smooth transition and to give all stakeholders ample time to make the
Bitcoin experienced a notable surge of over 6% in price after Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell hinted at a potential 25bps rate cut at the upcoming meeting on September 18. This unexpected news has added to Bitcoin’s recent volatility, with prices fluctuating unpredictably in recent weeks. Despite the market’s turbulence, on-chain data from CryptoQuant is
Cryptocurrency exchange WazirX is currently facing challenges in its restructuring process as external parties not invested in the platform may try to prolong the process for their own gains. These parties are aiming to create and maintain uncertainty rather than find a resolution, leading to delays in resolving the situation. WazirX announced a comprehensive restructuring
Shibarium, a layer-2 blockchain solution developed on the Ethereum network, has been making significant strides in improving the functionality and efficiency of the Shiba Inu ecosystem. With the aim of reducing transaction costs, enhancing transaction speed, and scaling the network, Shibarium has been at the forefront of innovation in the crypto space. Over the past
The European Union’s AI regulatory framework has been heavily criticized by tech leaders such as Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Spotify CEO Daniel Ek. They argue that the EU’s fragmented regulatory structure is hindering innovation in the AI sector. According to the CEOs, the inconsistent implementation of regulations is creating confusion for companies looking to
Coinbase recently released a report suggesting that young, pro-crypto voters could play a significant role in the outcome of the 2024 US presidential elections. According to the report, Gen Z and Millennials, who now make up 40% of the electorate, are increasingly supporting candidates who advocate for cryptocurrency and financial innovation. This shift in voter