Eric Semler: Not Owning Bitcoin Will Be ‘Irresponsible’ for Public Companies
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Eric Semler, chairman of Semler Scientific, has predicted that more companies will adopt the bitcoin standard, as not owning bitcoin will be considered “irresponsible.” Semler attributes the slow implementation of bitcoin as a reserve asset in public companies to the conservative approach of some institutions. Semler Scientific’s Eric Semler Predicts Bitcoin Adoption Will Keep Growing […]

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US Tax Agency to Regulate DeFi Platforms as Brokers, Mandates Gross Proceeds Reporting
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The IRS has officially brought decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms into its regulatory purview, declaring that front-end service providers facilitating digital asset transactions meet the definition of brokers. These platforms will now face stringent reporting requirements, marking a significant shift in the crypto sector’s oversight. The final regulations, set to take effect in 2027, mandate that […]

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Montenegro approves the extradition of <b>cryptocurrency</b> mogul Do Kwon to the United States
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Montenegro has approved the extradition of a South Korean mogul known as ''the cryptocurrency king'' to the United States, the Balkan country's …

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Crypto Frauds Surge 40% in 2024: $3.6 Billion Lost to ‘Pig Butchering
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TL;DR The “Pig Butchering” fraud caused $3.6 billion in losses in 2024, making it the biggest threat to cryptocurrency users. Cyber frauds increased by 40% compared to the previous year, with $2.3 billion in losses. Despite the losses, $1.3 billion was recovered thanks to the efforts of investigators, and although there was an increase, the […]

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Dogecoin Rally Ahead: Analyst Hints At A Bigger Breakout Than 2021
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Analysts are excited about the possibility of a huge Dogecoin rally in 2025, with some believing it would far outperform the enormous gains recorded in 2021. According to recent studies, historical price fluctuations show that the popular meme coin may experience another parabolic boom. Dogecoin has been notorious for its wild price swings, and many […]

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Novogratz’s Galaxy Predicts Ether Price Will Hit $5,500 in 2025
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The price of Ether might surge above $5,500 next year, according to Galaxy Research

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Debt: Bitcoin Is Not A Return To Stateless Money, It Is the First
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I have just finished reading Debt: The First 5000 Years by anthropologist David Graeber. The book takes a look at the history of money, debt, and how they relate to societal structures from a lens that departs heavily from the conventional wisdom of economic thinking. Conventional wisdom paints a picture of people inefficiently bartering goods […]

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Crypto Biz: The Year of Bitcoin
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This week’s Crypto Biz explores Bitcoin’s landmark year, Crypto.com’s new custody service, Russia’s partial ban on crypto mining and taxes on staking rewards in the US.

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Investor Anthony Pompliano Says One Factor Will Be a Huge Tailwind for Bitcoin and Crypto in 2025
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The founder of investment firm Morgan Creek Capital is identifying what could serve as a huge catalyst for Bitcoin (BTC) and the overall crypto market in 2025. In a new interview with Fox Business, longtime crypto bull and influencer Anthony Pompliano says that digital assets are maturing and earning their place at the table in […]

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Vitalik’s Viral Vixen: Ethereum Co-Founder Adopts Pygmy Hippo Moo Deng with 88 ETH Donation!
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Vitalik Buterin donated 10 million Thai baht (~AU$471K or 88 ETH) to Thailand’s Khao Kheow Open Zoo, supporting operations, a Wildlife Sponsorship Program, and a new exhibit for Moo Deng, an endangered pygmy hippopotamus. The donation followed Buterin’s visit to the zoo during Ethereum-related events like the Devcon SEA conference, expressing gratitude for Thailand’s hospitality. […]

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The Most Popular Cryptos to Buy in 2025 
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The 5 Most Popular Cryptos to Buy Now: XRP, Chainlink, Cardano, Polkadot, & Web3Bay The cryptocurrency market is teeming with opportunities, blending cutting-edge innovation with substantial real-world utility. From Web3Bay’s novel approach to e-commerce to the time-tested capabilities of XRP, Chainlink, Cardano, and Polkadot, there’s an option tailored for every challenge—be it online shopping, seamless […]

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Metamask Rolls Out Gas Station Feature Aimed at Enhancing Defi Transactions
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Metamask, a prominent Web3 wallet, has launched its Gas Station feature, which aims to alleviate users’ challenges with transaction fees on the Ethereum mainnet. Web3 Wallet Metamask Tackles Gas Fee Challenges The new feature, integrated into Metamask’s Smart Transactions with Swaps, provides gas-included transaction quotes. This enhancement addresses a common hurdle for users who run […]

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Terraform Labs Founder Do Kwon to Face US Fraud Charges After Extradition
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After 18 months of legal battles, Montenegro has approved the extradition of the disgraced crypto entrepreneur Do Kwon to the United States, where he faces fraud charges, local media publication Vijesti reported. In May 2022, the cryptocurrency market faced heightened volatility that left investors with losses. Two digital tokens, TerraUSD and Luna, lost nearly all […]

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5 Hidden Dangers of <b>Cryptocurrency</b> Exchanges: Lessons From Bankruptcies And Hacks …
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Let's look at the story of the Canadian cryptocurrency exchange, QuadrigaCX. – Advertisement -. By December 2018, the exchange had 363,000 registered …

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Historical Data Shows What To Expect From Ethereum Price In Q1 2025 – It’s Very Bullish
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Historical data shows that the Ethereum price could enjoy huge gains in the first quarter of 2025. Based on this data, crypto analyst Kaduna predicted that the second-largest crypto by market cap could usher in the altcoin season at the start of the new year.  Historical Performance Shows What To Expect From Ethereum Price CryptoRank […]

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Buterin adopts Moo Deng, Christmas wishes of a lost $773M BTC wallet — Finance Redefined
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Howells told Cointelegraph about his legal battle to recover a lost $773 million Bitcoin hard drive, which he plans to use to finance blockchain innovation.

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Trader Says There Will Be a ‘Tremendous Altcoin Run’ in the Coming Weeks and Months – Here is why
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A widely followed crypto analyst is leaning bullish on altcoins as Bitcoin (BTC) hovers below the $100,000 psychological level. In a new strategy session, pseudonymous crypto trader Altcoin Sherpa tells his 236,200 followers on the social media platform X that altcoins are due to explode over the coming weeks. According to Sherpa, one catalyst that […]

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Tech Firm KULR Scoops Up $21,000,000 Worth of Bitcoin to Start New BTC Corporate Treasury
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Energy management platform KULR Technology is debuting its Bitcoin (BTC) treasury strategy with the acquisition of $21 million worth of the flagship crypto asset. In a new statement, the company says it bought 217.18 BTC at an average price of $96,556.53 per Bitcoin. The asset is currently trading for $95,737. KULR completed the purchase just […]

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Stablecoin Inflows to Exchanges Drive Crypto Recovery After Christmas Dip
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TL;DR Crypto whales are making large stablecoin deposits to Binance. A $500 million transfer to Binance has been reported, raising expectations of potential asset accumulation. Bitcoin reserves on exchanges have decreased, indicating possible accumulation by investors. Cryptocurrencies are showing signs of recovery after the Christmas dip, driven by increased stablecoin deposits into centralized exchanges, especially […]

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HPL Games: Pioneering the Future of Mobile Gaming with Blockchain Integration
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San Francisco, United States, December 27th, 2024, Chainwire HPL Games, an innovative start-up at the forefront of gaming and blockchain technology, is working to reshape the future of mobile gaming. By bridging the gap between traditional gaming and Web3 innovation, HPL Games seeks to deliver immersive mobile experiences with the power of blockchain-backed in-game currencies. […]

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Crypto Founder Behind $40 Billion Disaster to Be Extradited to US
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Both the US and South Korea were seeking Kwon’s extradition

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Michael Saylor Doesn’t Understand Bitcoin
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Follow Frank on X. On a recent episode of the Galaxy Brains podcast, Michael Saylor made the case that bitcoin isn’t a currency and that it’s best to think of it as capital and capital only. He also shared that Tether (USDT) and Circle’s USD Coin (USDC) are the real digital currencies and unveiled his […]

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Bloomberg: Difficult for Donald Trump to Keep ‘Bitcoin Made in USA’ Promise
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Trump made several crypto-friendly promises during the Bitcoin conference in Nashville, including plans to create a national Bitcoin reserve. After meeting with crypto mining executives at Mar-a-Lago in June 2024, Trump shifted from sceptic to supporter, making a bold but impractical promise to ensure all Bitcoin mining occurs within US borders. Experts indicate US-exclusive Bitcoin […]

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Wintermute Analyst Says MicroStrategy Playbook Could Catch on, Drive 2025 Crypto Demand
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Wintermute analyst Jake Ostrovskis predicts increased corporate interest in Bitcoin by 2025, with SMEs joining larger firms in adopting Bitcoin as part of their balance sheets. MicroStrategy’s “playbook” of large Bitcoin acquisitions, now totaling 444,262 BTC, and strategies like issuing convertible notes, are inspiring similar moves by firms like Marathon Digital and Riot Platforms. The […]

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As the Solana Ecosystem Cools, Investors Are Flocking to Remittix for Gains After ‘XLM Killer’ Tag
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The crypto market is cooling off right now after the bullish rally that saw many tokens rise on the price charts. Currently, top crypto coins like Solana (SOL) are cooling off, seeing some slight dips on the price charts. Although market analysts like The Moon Show have made some bullish price predictions for this token, […]

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Bitcoin’s Global Price Tug-of-War: US Discounts, South Korea Premiums Soar
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On Friday, as the weekend looms, bitcoin (BTC) is holding its ground at $96,751 per coin. Over at Coinbase, a curious twist has appeared over the past 11 days with a negative premium gap of $122, while South Korea is displaying a premium of 3.3% on bitcoin’s price. Bitcoin Price Divide Prior to bitcoin reaching […]

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Will Bitcoin Hit $1 Million? BTC Price Prediction for 2025
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The possibility of Bitcoin reaching the coveted $1 million milestone hinges primarily on one crucial factor – the establishment of a U.S. government strategic Bitcoin reserve1. This assessment comes from Jeff Park, Head of Alpha Strategies at Bitwise Asset Management, who estimates the probability of such an initiative at less than 10% for 202512. When […]

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<b>Cryptocurrency</b> Strategic Investments Changing the Face of Wall Street – Stock Titan
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KULR Technology Group has completed a significant cryptocurrency investment, purchasing 217.18 Bitcoin (BTC) for approximately $21 million at an …

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Bitcoin Price Enters Correction Phase On Its Path To Explode Above $110,000
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The Bitcoin price  is still in a correction phase under $100,000, as it is currently down by 1.93% in the past 24 hours. Nonetheless, crypto analyst Titan of Crypto is sure that the leading cryptocurrency is still maintaining its trajectory to the $110,000 mark. According to the analyst, Bitcoin at $110,000 is inevitable, although there […]

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Analyst Issues Urgent Crypto Alert, Says There’s a Chance the Market Could Go Lower – Here’s His Outlook
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A widely followed analyst is suddenly issuing a warning that the crypto market may not be done correcting. Pseudonymous crypto trader Kaleo tells his 675,300 followers on the social media platform X that significant rallies may not resume for Bitcoin (BTC) and other digital assets until they first hit lower prices. “Still think there’s a […]

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Bitcoin unfazed by $14B option expiry setting $110K BTC target
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Bitcoin remained resilient despite the options expiry, peaking above $97,330 one hour after the year’s last options expiry event.

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Unidentified Whales Buy 240K-420K Bitcoins This Year: CryptoQuant CEO
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Analyst and founder of CryptoQuant has made bullish Bitcoin prediction

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