On June 4, Lykke UK and Lykke Corp AG (Lykke) experienced a significant cyber attack that compromised their infrastructure. In response, the affected systems were promptly shut down to mitigate further damage. An extensive review of the security breach was conducted, and all identified vulnerabilities have been addressed. Lykke UK and Lykke Corp AG (Lykke) […]
Bitcoin might finally enter comeback period as its price reaches important price level
New York Congressman Ritchie Torres stated he is “more than happy” to work with the CFTC to develop a plan for regulating election betting contracts in the United States.
Uniswap Labs CEO Hayden Abrams has refuted claims that the platform charges $20 million for protocol deployments, calling them “completely false.” Abrams, who said he rarely engages with individuals seeking attention, explained that protocol deployments typically follow a governance vote. He added that deployments are prioritized based on the activity and effort involved, but efforts […]
Software firm MicroStrategy is reportedly accumulating Bitcoin (BTC) at the highest rate it has since 2021. According to a new report by Bloomberg, MicroStrategy purchased 18,300 Bitcoin for about $1.1 billion between August 6th and September 12th, the highest amount the firm has bought since February 2021 when it purchased 19,452 BTC. The report finds […]
Sam Bankman-Fried, the former crypto billionaire who was convicted of fraud and sentenced to 25 years in prison, has formally appealed his conviction and requested a new trial. In the 102-page appeal, the legal representatives of the FTX founder accused Judge Lewis Kaplan of being unfairly biased in the previous trial. A Biased Judge? Bankman-Fried, […]
Cryptocurrency is transforming how we think about money and finance. Platforms like Indodax and Mixin offer exciting new ways to trade and hold …
A new report has highlighted the key changes that could follow a significant increase in Solana liquid staking. Driven by strong investor demand, if Solana’s liquid staking were to reach $18 billion, it could significantly benefit Solana (SOL) and Jito (JTO), a liquid staking token on the Solana blockchain, potentially fueling positive momentum and a […]
A cryptocurrency analyst who accurately called the Bitcoin correction earlier this year now believes BTC could turn bullish over the coming weeks. Pseudonymous crypto strategist Rekt Capital tells his 87,600 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin looks primed for October rallies based on the flagship crypto asset’s history during the halving years. Earlier this year, Bitcoin witnessed […]
Think stablecoins are just a vehicle for anonymous crypto trading? A new survey from Castle Island Ventures would suggest otherwise. In a report sponsored by Visa, the firm showed that crypto users in five developing countries – Nigeria, India, Indonesia, Turkey, and Brazil – are turning to stables largely as a means of payment and […]
Bitcoin price has decoupled from Gold
First Digital Trust, which provides crypto custody services for institutions, says that Hong Kong is not yet ready to regulate USD-backed stablecoins.
Coinbase has introduced Wrapped Bitcoin (cbBTC), a new token backed 1:1 by Bitcoin, now available on Ethereum and Base blockchains. This move is aimed at improving financial efficiency across multiple blockchain ecosystems. BREAKING: COINBASE OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES WRAPPED #BITCOIN (CBBTC) Coinbase has introduced its Wrapped Bitcoin (cbBTC) token, backed 1:1 by $BTC, now available on #Ethereum […]
HTX, one of the largest Bitcoin and crypto exchanges globally, announced it will be integrating the Bitcoin Lightning Network in partnership with Bitcoin firm IBEX. With over 45 million registered users, HTX is a leading Bitcoin and crypto platform in Asia and worldwide based on trading volume and Bitcoin custody. The exchange now plans to […]
Ethereum (ETH) creator Vitalik Buterin says that starting next year, he will only publicly mention layer-2 projects that he believes are en route to optimal decentralization. Addressing his 5.4 million followers on the social media platform X, Buterin says that in 2025, he plans to only publicly name L2s that are in “stage 1” or […]
A crypto trader with hundreds of thousands of followers says a Bitcoin (BTC) short squeeze is inbound. Pseudonymous crypto analyst Inmortal tells their 215,000 followers on the social media platform X that BTC is on its way up, squeezing short sellers dry. “Chart looks like a short squeeze is imminent.” Source: Inmortal/X A short squeeze […]
Superfast founder Martin Tromp has launched a Solana validator in one of Teraco’s Johannesburg data centers. Solana is a fast, scalable blockchain platform competing with Ethereum. As a proof-of-stake system, validators like Tromp’s play a crucial role in maintaining network security and verifying transactions. Tromp initially launched the validator in Cape Town but moved to […]
Americans lost $5.6 billion in cryptocurrency scams in 2023, according to a report released by the FBI. https://t.co/hxmIyGGUcx.
Meme coins have been sliding in recent weeks. According to Coingecko, all meme coins’ total market cap is around $42 billion. Dogecoin remains the most valuable, with a market cap of over $15.4 billion, followed by Shiba Inu, which has a market cap of around $8 billion. It has been a turbulent few trading months […]
2025 could bring stablecoins into the mainstream, after 2024 introduced a “turning point year in crypto,” according to Circle’s Allaire.
TL;DR Bitcoin Purchase: MicroStrategy has acquired 18,300 BTC, increasing its total reserve to 244,800 BTC. Investment and Gains: The recent purchase cost over $1.1 billion at an average price of $60,408 per BTC, generating an unrealized gain of close to $5 billion. Accumulation Strategy: Since August 2020, MicroStrategy has maintained a continuous BTC purchase strategy […]
TL;DR The SEC expands its lawsuit against Binance, now classifying tokens such as Axie Infinity (AXS), Filecoin (FIL), and Cosmos (ATOM) as unregistered securities. Binance and its subsidiary BAM Trading are accused of promoting these tokens as investments without complying with the necessary regulations. The SEC also reinforces its position that Binance operated as an […]
Crypto All-Stars (STARS) is making headlines with its ICO after raising more than $1.25 million within its first month on the market. Beyond its memetic value and 8-bit aesthetic, the team behind STARS has captivated the crypto audience with its upcoming multi-token staking protocol. As investor interest surges in the meme coin space, Crypto All-Stars’ […]
The SEC has issued a warning about scams involving “crypto asset securities” while apparently dropping this term
A US judge has reportedly accused embattled former FTX executive Ryan Salame of providing false testimony during his guilty plea last year. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan indicated in court on Thursday that he may have to sanction Salame, though he didn’t specify the details of what that punishment might look like, according to a […]
The chief executive of stablecoin issuer Circle (USDC) says that the firm is moving its headquarters to New York City. In a new thread on the social media platform X, Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire says that the company is moving to New York from Boston to immerse itself in the world of Wall Street as […]
Is Bitcoin back? For at least a little while, it feels like it may be. This time last week, it was trading for $53,229. It’s now trading above $60,000, according to CoinGecko. That’s a 12% rise over seven days, and a threshold unseen since last month. The price rise came as traders grew more confident […]
MicroStrategy announced it had purchased 18,300 Bitcoin for $1.11 billion, boosting its total holdings to 244,800 BTC acquired for $9.45 billion. The business intelligence firm, led by Bitcoin bull Michael Saylor, has been steadily accumulating Bitcoin as part of its corporate strategy since 2020. MicroStrategy’s latest billion-dollar purchase was conducted at an average price of […]
Despite Bitcoin dipping slightly to $57.3K and Ethereum dropping to $2.3K over the past week, altcoins are seeing a resurgence. The fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) surrounding major crypto assets have eased, allowing several altcoins to rebound with minimal resistance. Despite Bitcoin's slight dip ($57.3K) and Ethereum's bigger dip ($2.3K) over the past week, altcoins […]
Five U.S. states have reached a settlement with GSB Group over unregistered securities sales tied to digital assets. Residents of the states will receive refunds for all fiat and cryptocurrency deposits. GSB chairman Josip Heit agreed to cease selling unregistered securities without admitting or denying violations. 5 States Reach Settlement With GSB Group Over Unregistered […]
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MoonPay has been registered with the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) to provide digital currency exchange services in Australia. This registration may allow the company to establish local payment processing relationships across the country. As a result, Australian users of MoonPay could have access to alternative payment methods, including Osko and PayID. Meeting […]