Binance assisted the Dutch authorities in an investigation that led to the seizure of millions of euros worth of assets and the arrest of a 26-year-old man in suspected online fraud, Dutch media outlet NOS reported. Luxury Cars and Cryptocurrency Seized Dutch authorities, alongside the tax investigation service Fiscal Information and Investigation Service (FIOD), seized […]

Bitcoin (BTC) is surging past the $61,000 price level as new data reveals that unemployment is on the rise in the US. According to a new economic news release from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), fewer-than-expected nonfarm jobs were added in the US during the month of April, contributing to the unemployment rate […]

TL;DR Bitcoin transaction fees are back on track after a brief spike caused by the launch of Runes. Runes on-chain activity and BTC transaction fees fell more than 97% in two weeks. The initial surge in activity on Runes created network congestion and significantly increased transaction fees. After the launch of Runes, a protocol that […]

We do the research, you get the alpha! Go to Alpha Reports Social crypto platform Friend.tech has launched its new native token alongside version two (V2) of the decentralized social media. But so far, it’s not going very smoothly. FRIEND tokens were supposed to be airdropped to those captured in an April snapshot. Unfortunately, it […]

As altcoin season is coming back with a full swing, three have stood out the most with their price performance. Specifically, the TRON (TRX) price has seen an upswing of 77.7% year-to-date (YTD) and at this rate could experience an even more significant uptrend. Moreover, Hedera (HBAR) also saw a major upswing as it rose […]

Hoseki, a leader in Bitcoin and blockchain verification solutions, has unveiled Hoseki Verified, a new verification product aimed at enhancing transparency and trust in the cryptocurrency industry, with a focus on spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) asset verification, according to a press release sent to Bitcoin Magazine. This public dashboard aims to set a new industry standard […]

The winds of change are swirling around Ethereum, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency. Despite a recent price dip, the network has witnessed a surge in new user activity, sparking a wave of optimism. However, the outsized influence of large holders, known as whales, continues to cast a long shadow. New Wallets Open For Business Data from […]

This week’s Crypto Biz features the Lightning Network rollout on Coinbase, Avalanche integration with Stripe, MicroStrategy earning results and BlackRock’s new tokenized fund.

Fetch.ai's (CRYPTO: FET) price has increased 6.0% over the past 24 hours to $2.12, which is in the opposite direction of its trend over the past …

A pair of bipartisan US congressmen are reportedly asking the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to greenlight options trading on spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Citing a letter sent to SEC chair Gary Gensler, Axios reports that Representatives Mike Flood (R-NE) and Wiley Nickel (D-NC) say that approving options trading on Bitcoin ETFs […]

One widely followed crypto analyst is warning Ethereum (ETH) traders that an ETH exchange-traded fund (ETF) approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC) is unlikely to happen soon. Crypto trader Michaël van de Poppe tells his 715,800 followers on the social media platform X that traders may have to wait a little longer for an ETH ETF. […]

Blackrock, the largest asset management company in the world, has led a strategic funding round of $47 million in Securitize, a capital markets digitalization company. The round, which had the participation of other financial markets and crypto native companies, shows Blackrock is betting on the transformative capabilities of tokenization for global capital markets. Blackrock Leads […]

Bitcoin advocate Samson Mow has brought up important message from BTC creator

TL;DR The meme coin sector flashed green today (May 3), with its market capitalization exceeding $50 billion. The prices of Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) are up on a daily scale, but other assets like WIF and POPCAT have registered more significant gains. The Best Performers The cryptocurrency market returned to green territory after […]

Is OP_CAT happening? The covenants proposal was just assigned BIP number #347. But before we delve deeper, let’s explore what covenants are and why Bitcoiners may want them. Is Bitcoin an ideal state of digital e-cash or do we want more from our coins on-chain? Scratching the Surface: Bitcoin Scripts Limitations To understand covenant proposals […]

Solana started a recovery wave from the $120 zone. SOL price is rising and might accelerate higher if there is a close above the $142 resistance. SOL price recovered higher and tested the $140 resistance against the US Dollar. The price is now trading below $142 and the 100 simple moving average (4 hours). There […]

Memes might be the “most simplistic connection” between financialization, tokenization and culture, says Kain Warwick.

MAR Mining is pleased to announce the launch of its innovative services designed to make cryptocurrency mining convenient, efficient and profitable for enthusiasts and investors. MAR mining’s focus on simplicity, transparency, and user empowerment will change the landscape of cryptocurrency mining. Cryptocurrency mining has long been considered a complex and difficult activity that can only […]

CIA whistleblower turned international fugitive Edward Snowden has issued a “final warning” on Bitcoin privacy, amid a U.S. crackdown on crypto privacy projects. In a tweet, Snowden said that, “I’ve been warning Bitcoin developers for ten years that privacy needs to be provided for at the protocol level,” adding that, “This is the final warning. […]

BlockDAG’s Strategic Expansion: Over 10 New Payment Methods Attract Shiba Inu & Avalanche Investors Amidst $22.3M Presale Inside the dynamic realm of cryptocurrency, financial agility is pivotal. As players like Shiba Inu and Avalanche carve their niches with unique offerings, BlockDAG is capturing significant attention with its expansive payment options, racking up $22.3 million in […]

In a striking development within the energy and cryptocurrency sectors, Alliance Resource Partners, a prominent coal mining company, …

According to a report, the Financial Conduct Authority, a watchdog for the financial services industry in the U.K., had 30% of its financial crime specialists focused on crypto-asset businesses. Assessments conducted by supervisors in the U.K. found that not only crypto-asset businesses, but nearly all participants in the country’s financial services sector, are susceptible to […]

A major options expiry is looming for Bitcoin and Ethereum

Coinbase has released its first quarter report for 2024, showcasing a substantial 72% quarter-on-quarter increase in total revenue to $1.6 billion. This surge was accompanied by a notable net income of $1,176 billion, representing an increase of 1,588% YoY. This figure represents a turnaround from a net loss of $79 million in the same period […]

TL;DR Ripple contests the SEC’s classification of the “Fox Declaration” as standard evidence, arguing it’s expert testimony, which affects the legal proceedings. Predictions suggest a possible $100 million settlement in case, potentially impacting XRP’s value and the broader crypto market. Ripple Strikes Back The legal battle between Ripple and the US Securities and Exchange Commission […]

The last six months or so have seen several proposals for improvements to Bitcoin Script: CAT, 64-bit arithmetic, as well as some older ideas (CTV) and far-future ideas (Chialisp and Simplicity). This activity has largely overshadowed some revolutionary changes in our understanding of the existing Bitcoin Script, changes which form the basis of BitVM but […]

In his most recent publication dated May 2, 2024, Arthur Hayes, the founder of exchange BitMEX, shared his insights into the crypto market’s recent tumultuous behavior and the broader macroeconomic signals shaping potential future trends. Titled “Mayday,” his essay directly addresses the crypto market, which has experienced significant volatility since mid-April. Stealth Money Printing Is […]

This week’s 12% Bitcoin retreat was a “well-needed market cleansing,” said the former BitMEX boss.

After a week of falling prices for crypto led by Bitcoin (BTC), a widely-followed analyst says the bottom is nearly in. Crypto trader Michaël van de Poppe warns his 715,600 followers on the social media platform X that it could still take some time for BTC to recover from falling nearly 7% in the last two weeks. […]

Binance founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao is undeterred from investing in crypto despite receiving a prison sentence for US law violations at the world’s largest digital asset exchange. In a statement on social media platform X, Zhao tells his followers what his plans are following his sentencing on Tuesday. “I would like to thank […]

The Enforcement Directorate seizes Rs. 90 crore from cryptocurrency wallets of Binance, ZebPay, and WazirX as part of a money laundering …

TL;DR Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. experienced a record outflow of funds on Wednesday, with BlackRock’s IBIT registering its first loss since January. The combined net outflow of the ETFs totaled $563.7 million, marking May 1 as the day with the largest outflow of funds since the launch of these financial products. BTC lost 10.44% […]