Solana (SOL) was the top ecosystem choice this year for new developers, according to a recent report. Researchers at the venture firm Electric Capital note that 39,148 new developers explored the crypto space in 2024. The firm also says that 2024 was the first year since 2016 that any ecosystem besides Ethereum (ETH) ranked first […]

AMP becomes the first Australian super fund to invest in Bitcoin, allocating $27 million. This investment represents only 0.05% of AMP’s $57 billion assets under management. AMP’s move highlights the growing acceptance and adoption of cryptocurrency as a legitimate investment. The investment was made back in May when Bitcoin was trading at approximately US $60k […]

The Eigen Foundation has announced its pledge to allocate 1% of the EIGEN token supply to the Protocol Guild, a collective funding mechanism dedicated to supporting Ethereum Layer 1 R&D. The latest pledge forms part of the team’s mission to create a marketplace for “programmable trust” through its decentralized restaking protocol. Eigen Foundation’s 1% Token […]

Charles Hoskinson responded to recent claims about Cardano network

XRP, the cryptocurrency associated with Ripple, is currently the subject of much enthusiasm among analysts, who anticipate that it will generate substantial wealth for numerous investors in the years ahead. Recent predictions say that the price of XRP could go up a lot, to anywhere from $30 to $200 by 2025, depending on many market […]

An interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve could help Bitcoin finish the year at “record-breaking levels,” according to Bitfinex’s head of derivatives.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 12th, 2024, Chainwire xHaven, the leading digital collectibles marketplace and blockchain infrastructure provider on Flare, is thrilled to announce the launch of its native governance token, XVN. Available now on Sparkdex, a leading decentralized exchange on Flare, this milestone signifies xHaven’s evolution from a marketplace into an expansive Web3 ecosystem, […]

TL;DR Push Protocol has announced the development of its own Layer 1 blockchain, focused on improving scalability and user experience in the Web3 ecosystem. The blockchain will feature advanced capabilities such as sharding and sub-one-second transaction finality. The testnet will launch in January 2025, and the mainnet is expected later in the same year. Push […]

A wallet linked to the United States government has moved 54,897,092,549 Shiba Inu (SHIB) tokens to a newly created Ethereum wallet. Blockchain analytics platform Arkham Intelligence recorded the transaction on December 3. Announcing the activity on X. Meanwhile, Shiba Inu has been bearish on the H4 chart, seeking support. The daily chart shows that the […]

Follow Aaron on Nostr or X. An X post by Anita Posch warning about the risks of governments and institutions buying up large amounts of bitcoin went viral this week— even if just because of the trollish community note that appeared underneath it. I think the main concern here is that these big holders could influence the Bitcoin […]

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On December 12, 2024, the Dogecoin network was exploited when an “ethical” hacker uncovered a critical flaw. This exploit brought down a staggering 69% of the network’s active nodes, sparking serious questions about the security of decentralized systems and the risks that come with publicly accessible nodes. The Exploit and Its Execution Andreas Kohl, co-founder […]

The promising engineer from a wealthy Baltimore family was charged with the brazen, broad daylight murder of health insurance executive Brian Thompson. Alleged Killer Becomes Memecoin Darling Valedictorian-turned-villain Luigi Mangione, who has been accused of an assassin-style execution of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson last week in New York City, has become the face of […]

Asset management giant BlackRock is reportedly promoting Bitcoin (BTC) as a part of a balanced portfolio. According to a new report by Bloomberg, BlackRock – which has over $10 trillion in assets under its management – released a new research paper saying that a 2% allocation of the top crypto asset by market cap in […]

New data from market intelligence firm Glassnode reveals that decentralized oracle network Chainlink (LINK) is gaining on-chain momentum as its price rises. In a new thread on the social media platform X, Glassnode says that LINK’s fundamentals are improving along with its active address momentum and rising price tag. “While LINK’s price surge was clearly […]

Imagine scrolling through your crypto portfolio a week from now and seeing numbers you didn’t think were possible. You decided to act when others hesitated, jumping into the hottest meme coins of the week. Now, your portfolio is thriving while others are left wondering how they missed the boat. This week’s meme coin market is […]

Pantera Capital Dan Morehead remains bullish on Bitcoin in 2025

Bitcoin has returned back above the $100,000 mark as on-chain data shows capital continues to flow into the asset at a rapid rate. Bitcoin Realized Cap Has Crossed The $768 Billion Milestone In a new post on X, CryptoQuant founder and CEO Ki Young Ju has discussed about the latest trend in the Realized Cap […]

Decentralized identity systems leverage blockchain technology to establish a secure, user-centric framework for managing identities.

Global crypto exchange Kraken has been fined AU $8 million by Australian regulators. The fines are related to Kraken’s margin extension product, offered without the required Target Market Determination (TMD). ASIC’s allegations include significant financial losses for Kraken’s customers and serious regulatory breaches. Despite the ruling, Australian regulators are focusing on updating financial regulations to […]

ASIC’s Digital Assets Lead, Rhys Bollen, has likened cryptocurrency to prison cigarettes, sparking concern in the Aussie industry that the agency is planning an overly broad approach to regulation. Industry figures fear ASIC’s approach may further hamper innovation in the Aussie crypto industry and drive businesses overseas to seek friendlier regulatory regimes. Have you heard […]

The cryptocurrency market is witnessing a significant correction in Cardano (ADA) prices, with the token experiencing a sharp decline to $0.9, representing a 24% decrease in the past 24 hours. This downturn comes after an impressive 216% surge in November, raising questions about the sustainability of ADA’s recent rally. Why Is Cardano Price Down Today? […]

TL;DR Babylon Chain has surpassed $3.7 billion in Bitcoin deposits, reaching a total of 36,100 BTC from nearly 88,000 unique users. In just 48 hours, the platform recorded deposits of over $1.2 billion, with a marked increase in the number of unique depositors, from 48,000 to 62,000. The success of Babylon Chain is also due […]

Scottsdale police say Nuruhussein Hussein would ask to use a passenger's unlocked phone to transfer cryptocurrency. Author: Ashley Gardner.

A US bank regulator says it’s shutting down a “legal loophole” that’s costing customers $5 billion in fees per year. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) says a new rule will force large banks to either limit overdraft fees to $5, align them to actual costs and losses, or treat overdraft loans like other credit […]

The two founders behind a leading blockchain data firm are diving into what has fueled Bitcoin’s (BTC) most recent venture past $100,000. According to Glassnode co-founders Jan Happel and Yann Allemann, inflation data sparked this week’s BTC rally to over $100,000. “With inflation data meeting expectations, Bitcoin has surged back above $100,000! Next steps: Flip […]

Seizing Russia’s frozen assets risks catastrophic fallout, including collapsing trust in global financial systems, destabilizing the euro, and sparking severe retaliatory measures. Confiscating Russia’s Assets Could Backfire Catastrophically, Euroclear Cautions EU Euroclear Ltd., the Belgian clearinghouse responsible for holding the bulk of Russia’s frozen central bank assets, has raised significant concerns about the risks and […]

Even though cryptocurrency market stays active, some assets are in trouble

XRP price started a fresh increase above the $2.40 resistance zone. The price is now consolidating gains and might aim for a move above the $2.450 resistance zone. XRP price started a fresh increase above the $2.35 zone. The price is now trading above $2.350 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a short-term […]

Ethereum still has the crown for total developer activity, topping the charts across every continent around the world.

As crypto enthusiasts continue to explore the wild opportunities within the crypto space, new projects are popping up almost daily, promising not just laughs but also potential profits. With the market showing signs of recovery and an increasing number of investors eager to jump on the meme coin bandwagon, now is the perfect time to […]

Bitcoin recently retraced to $94,220, raising concerns in the market. Profit-taking and potential effects from quantum computing have been cited as key factors. As Bitcoin settles at around $97K, discussions increase about whether it will surpass $100,000 by year-end or face further barriers this December. Google has introduced a new chip, “Willow,” claiming it can […]