Ethereum has faced significant challenges in recent weeks due to the bearish pressure in the crypto market. The ETH price has experienced multiple crashes, bringing it back down towards $2,000 and dashing hopes for a new all-time high in the third quarter. Despite this decline, there is hope on the horizon, as crypto analyst RLinda
With the mainstream acceptance of Bitcoin, institutions and governments have significantly increased their holdings of the cryptocurrency. This trend has led to a shift in the top holder list, with large institutions now dominating the market. Notably, the top Bitcoin wallets no longer include any private holders, other than the mysterious Bitcoin creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, a concerning trend has emerged regarding stolen funds and ransomware. Despite an overall decrease in illicit transactions, the amount of stolen funds in crypto scams has seen a significant uptick from $857 million to $1.58 billion by late July. Similarly, ransomware payments have also grown, with mid-year 2023
Last night, prominent Democrats, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, gathered at a Crypto4Harris event to express their unwavering support for crypto regulation. Schumer emphasized the need for regulatory clarity and bipartisan collaboration to shape the future of the industry. He highlighted Congress’s responsibility to enact sound regulations for crypto and bring both sides of
Following the recent $235 million hack targeting Indian crypto exchange WazirX, the company has decided to terminate its asset custody arrangement with Liminal. In an effort to bolster the security of its remaining assets post-breach, WazirX has shifted its assets from Liminal to new multi-signature wallets. This move is crucial to safeguarding the assets, as
Metaplanet has recently made a significant investment in bitcoin, purchasing around $3.3 million worth of the cryptocurrency. This move is part of the Japanese investment firm’s broader strategy to expand its bitcoin holdings. With this latest acquisition, Metaplanet now holds a total of 303.095 BTC acquired for $20 million. Earlier this month, Metaplanet Inc. secured
The integration of Proof of Exposure by Confiction Labs in their shooter game Riftstorm has sparked a significant conversation in the Web3 gaming industry. This system, aimed at combating bots through NFT allowlist verification, is a proactive approach to address the rising issue of automated bot accounts causing disruptions for developers and genuine players. The
Recently, it was reported that crypto exchange Binance has agreed to pay Brazilian regulators $1.76 million to settle allegations of unlicensed derivatives trading in the country. This settlement comes after a year-long investigation by the Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM), Brazil’s securities regulator. The regulatory crackdown began in July 2020 when the CVM ordered Binance
Core Scientific, a Bitcoin mining company based in Texas, recently announced the pricing of its increased offering of $400 million in 3.00% convertible senior notes due in 2029. Originally set at $350 million, the offering was upsized due to favorable market conditions. The notes are scheduled to settle on August 19, 2024, and will be
In a historic move, Crypto.com, a cryptocurrency exchange based in Singapore, has signed a groundbreaking partnership with the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) Champions League. This partnership marks the first time that a crypto platform has become the official global sponsor of such a prestigious football competition. The agreement is set to span several
Australia’s Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has taken legal action against the Australia Securities Exchange (ASX) Ltd., alleging that the exchange made misleading statements regarding its blockchain trade settlement project. According to ASIC, the ASX falsely claimed that the project was on track for a launch in April 2023 and that it was making progress
In the midst of the current downturn in the market, the sentiment among investors in the digital asset market is one of uncertainty. Despite this, Glassnode’s analysis reveals a noticeable trend towards HODLing and accumulation among investors, indicating a shift in behavior amidst volatile market conditions. Following bitcoin’s all-time high in March, there was a
In the world of cryptocurrency, predictions and analyses play a significant role in determining the future of digital assets. One analyst, known as “Without Worries”, has recently made a bold statement regarding the Bitcoin price, suggesting that a crash back to $20,000 is not a matter of if, but when. While this prediction may sound
In the vast world of web3 content creation, journalism, and trading, there exists a figure known by the moniker HIM-buktu. Samuel Edyme, as his real name goes, is a multitalented individual with a unique background and a story of resilience and determination that sets him apart from the crowd. Edyme’s foray into the world of