Bitcoin Mining: What Is It and How Does It Work?
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Bitcoin mining is an essential task that allows the cryptocurrency to keep its network active, secure, and decentralized. Although it is a central concept within the ecosystem, it is important to understand how it works, its challenges, and the effects it generates both in the market and the environment. In this review, we will explore […]

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Have Bitcoin ETFs Lived Up to the Hype?
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The launch of Bitcoin ETFs in January 2024 was heralded as a groundbreaking moment for the market. Many expected these products to open the floodgates for institutional capital and catapult Bitcoin prices to new heights. But now, a year later, have Bitcoin ETFs delivered on their promise? For a more in-depth look into this topic, […]

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99.6% of Pump.fun traders haven't locked in over $10K in profits: Data
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While Dune data suggests most Pump.fun traders haven’t realized over $10,000 in profit yet; an onchain analyst argues it doesn’t fully capture what’s happening.

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$1,125,000 To Be Handed Out With Zero Strings Attached As Major US County Prepares To Relaunch Guaranteed Income Program: Report
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Dozens of families will receive no-strings-attached payments for an entire year as a major US county prepares to run its second guaranteed income experiment. Durham County, North Carolina is opening applications this month for DCo Thrives, a guaranteed income program targeting low-income families, reports The Herald Sun. One hundred and twenty-five families will be selected to […]

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Ripple Moves $682 Million XRP to Unknown Wallet as XRPUSD Rebounds
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Ripple, a San Francisco-based blockchain company, recently transferred $682 million worth of XRP to an unknown wallet, according to data from Whale Alert, a service that tracks large cryptocurrency transactions. Meanwhile, XRPUSD has been moving upward on the intraday charts following a decline yesterday (Thursday). XRP Transfer Marks First Major Move Since December This marks […]

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DoJ Indicts Three Russians for Operating Crypto Mixers Used in Cybercrime Laundering
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… cryptocurrency mixing services Blender.io and Sinbad.io. Roman … cryptocurrency and the fact that they originated from various cyber crimes.

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3 Top Altcoins to Buy for 2025: Why Qubetics ($TICS), XRP, and Cardano ($ADA) Are Must-Haves in Your Crypto Portfolio
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The crypto market never sleeps, and with 2025 just around the corner, savvy investors are keeping an eye on the best opportunities to grow their portfolios. While established giants like Bitcoin and Ethereum often steal the spotlight, altcoins are quietly making waves, delivering staggering returns to those who recognise their potential early. Recent news about […]

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'They Want Your Bitcoin': NBA Legend Warns of Crypto Bear Trap
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Scottie Pippen issues major Bitcoin bear trap warning: Find out what former Chicago Bulls star forward has to say

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Key Developments Propel World Network to 20M Participants in 2024
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World, formerly recognized as Worldcoin, disclosed the project achieved progress in 2024, marking a transformative chapter for the initiative. The network grew to encompass over 20 million participants, including 10 million verified human users expanding its global footprint. World Advances Blockchain Technology Amid Rapid Network Growth In a 2024 summary, the World.org blog reported that […]

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Ethereum Faces Crucial Test As Funding Rates Decline And $3K Level Looms
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Ethereum has undoubtedly been under pressure despite the recent bullish rally in the broader cryptocurrency market as it struggles to make any major upside move. A recent analysis by ShayanBTC, a contributor to the CryptoQuant QuickTake platform, has shed light on key factors impacting Ethereum’s performance. In a post titled “Ethereum Faces Crossroads: Funding Rates […]

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Bitcoin trader warns risk 'is peaking' in crypto cycle, calls for caution
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While Bitcoin analyst Willy Woo advises caution over the coming months, other crypto analysts are optimistic that Bitcoin has a “high probability of reversal.”

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Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval Was The Most Important Moment In 2024
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Follow Nikolaus On 𝕏 Here For Daily Posts One year ago today, Gary Gensler and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) finally capitulated and approved the trading of spot bitcoin exchange traded funds (ETF) to go live the next day. These ETFs would go on to be the best performing ETFs in history, with BlackRock’s […]

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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Proposes Refund Requirements Following Crypto Hacks: Report
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The U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is reportedly proposing a refund requirement for digital assets following a slew of crypto hacks. According to a new report by The Financial Times, the CFPB – which aims to protect consumers from unfair financial practices by institutions – is proposing a new rule that would mandate crypto […]

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First-Ever Derivatives Trade Using BlackRock’s BUIDL Fund as Collateral Yields 18% APY
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TL;DR BlackRock’s institutional digital liquidity fund, BUIDL, was used as collateral in a derivatives trade, generating an 18% APY yield. This strategy allows investors to leverage BUIDL’s tokenized treasuries, transforming them into more flexible and profitable assets. The adoption of tokenized treasury products has grown by over 400% since early 2024, reflecting the boost in […]

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USD0++ Drops to $0.91 Following Usual’s Update—Can the Stablecoin Recover?
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TL;DR The USD0++ stablecoin introduces a dual exit system, causing volatility and uncertainty in the market. Users face the choice between a conditional exit with penalties or an unconditional exit with a minimum price of $0.87, which will increase to $1 over four years.  The modification of redemption mechanisms leads to price drops and disruptions […]

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How High Can Cardano (ADA) Go? Price Bounces Back amid Surging Trading Volume
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ADA is nearing the $0.8455 support level, which, if breached, could lead to further downward momentum. Cardano (ADA) is experiencing a resurgence, with its price climbing over 9.5% in the past 24 hours. After hitting a low of $0.8873 on January 9, the cryptocurrency has recovered to $0.9716, highlighting a potential continuation of its upward […]

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Text messaging scammers stole $2M in <b>cryptocurrency</b> from victims, NY attorney general's office says
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New York's attorney general says scammers stole millions of dollars in cryptocurrency from people seeking remote work opportunities as part of an …

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Top New Meme Coins to Buy This Week: BTFD Bulls Squad Takes Over, MEW’s Resilience, and MOG’s Potential
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Top New Meme Coins to Buy This Week: BTFD Smart Bulls Squad Reigns Supreme Amid Cat in a Dog’s World Resilience and Mog Coin Potential Imagine being part of a crypto movement that celebrates the highs and conquers the lows, all while offering massive growth potential. That’s exactly what’s happening this week with some of […]

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Ethereum (ETH) Price Finally Retraces, Shiba Inu (SHIB) Double-Bottom Reversal In, Bitcoin (BTC) Volume Spike Propels Bullish Moves
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Market slowly becoming healthier as volume is back on menu

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300 Million XRP On The Move: Ripple Labs Sparks Speculation
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The cryptocurrency community has taken notice of Ripple Labs as a result of a recent transfer of 300 million XRP, which is estimated to be worth more than $680 million. Because of the magnitude of the acquisition, there have been a lot of questions and speculations floating around about what the company’s next moves are […]

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Wolf Capital co-founder pleads guilty to $9.4M Ponzi, promised 547% returns
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According to the US Department of Justice, Wolf Capital’s co-founder has pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy for luring 2,800 crypto investors into a Ponzi scheme.

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Trader Records 16,564% in Total Profits on Solana-Based AI Altcoin in Under Three Months: On-Chain Data
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Blockchain tracking firm Lookonchain says one savvy crypto trader generated astronomical returns on an artificial intelligence (AI) related digital asset in just three months. According to Lookonchain, an anonymous trader pulled in massive profits after buying nearly 21 million utility tokens for the AI agent project ai16z (AI16Z). “This trader spotted ai16z early on October […]

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Billionaires Pour ~$1,777,000,000 Into Three Assets in Major Portfolio Overhaul: Report
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Several billionaire money managers have modified their portfolios and poured about $1.8 billion into new assets, according to a new report. Billionaires Philippe Laffont, Stanley Druckenmiller, Chase Coleman, Stephen Mandel and Larry Robbins are accumulating AI-centered equities, reports The Motley Fool. The investors have specifically targeted US semiconductor and software giant Broadcom (AVGO), purchasing a […]

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Bitcoin’s Hashrate Takes a Nosedive: Miners Grapple With Plummeting Profits
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Bitcoin’s network has seen a noticeable shift in its computational capacity, shedding around 44 exahash per second (EH/s) in the past four days. Tough Terrain for Bitcoin Miners The network’s hashrate, which reached a peak of 824 EH/s, has now settled at 780 EH/s, based on the seven-day simple moving average (SMA). This reduction, equivalent […]

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Why You May Want To Redeem Your Bitcoin From THORChain's Lending Service
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Follow Frank on X. Two days ago, the atebites X account pointed out that THORChain’s lending service currently has nowhere near enough bitcoin to repay its creditors. As of the time of the post, the total amount of bitcoin to be repaid to depositors was 1,604, while the lending pool only had 592 bitcoin in […]

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Kenya Drafts Policy to Legalize Cryptocurrencies, Expand Digital Economy
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Kenya is turning the page on its restrictive cryptocurrency policies with plans to legalize virtual assets. The Treasury Cabinet Secretary, John Mbadi, announced the move today (Friday) in what could mark a shift in the East African country’s financial landscape. Despite a longstanding ban, cryptocurrency usage has flourished underground. Now, the government aims to harness […]

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US Rep. Bryan Steil to chair House <b>cryptocurrency</b> subcommittee – Wisconsin Public Radio
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What Will Happen to Bitcoin and the Crypto Market as Over $2B in Options Expire?
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TL;DR Over $2.27 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options are set to expire today, potentially triggering short-term volatility.  The put-to-call ratios for BTC (0.65) and ETH (0.48) indicate a mostly optimistic sentiment in the market.  Short-term speculative demand has dropped by 66.7%, which could increase price pressure.   Today, the cryptocurrency market faces a pivotal event […]

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Crypto Sell-Off Accelerates with Deepening Economic Fears
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Bitcoin has fallen over 8% since January 7, dropping below US$100K due to concerns about sticky inflation, global economic uncertainty, and potential impacts of Trump’s policies. BitMEX founder Arthur Hayes predicts a market peak and crash around March, suggesting investors should wait for improved conditions in the third quarter. Fidelity’s analyst Matt Hogan remains bullish, […]

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Industry Leaders from Coinbase, Google, and ai16z Unite to Launch Aiccelerate DAO for Crypto-AI Convergence
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Aiccelerate DAO, launched by members from Coinbase, Google, and ai16z, aims to merge cryptocurrency and AI. Positioned as both an investment and development DAO, Aiccelerate plans to support high-potential projects across ecosystems. The mix of decentralised finance (DeFi) and artificial intelligence (AI) has given birth to a new narrative in the crypto space called DeFAI, […]

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Anthony Scaramucci’s 2025 Crypto Picks: Top Altcoins To Buy This Year
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In an interview with popular crypto-focused YouTube channel Altcoin Daily, veteran financier and SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci revealed his top altcoins to buy and hold in 2025. Scaramucci, a former White House Communications Director and longtime Wall Street professional, provided his insights on various crypto assets—starting with his bullish stance on Ethereum (ETH) and […]

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Bitcoin corporate treasury shareholder proposal submitted to Meta
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“Due to its verifiable fixed supply, Bitcoin is the most inflation-resistant store of value available,” the proposal read.

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