TL;DR Vitalik Buterin concludes that Ethereum with Proof-of-Work (PoW) was not immune to centralization. Ethereum’s Proof-of-Stake (PoS) transition seeks to address centralization and energy consumption issues. Debates in the community about whether the decision to switch to PoS was the right one. Vitalik Buterin‘s recent stance on Ethereum transition from Proof-of-Work (PoW) to Proof-of-Stake (PoS) has […]
Pantera Capital is seeking to secure $1 billion for its new fund, ‘The Panter Fund V. ‘ It is designed to provide investors with exposure to a wide range of blockchain-based assets. A new report by Bloomberg revealed that the new fund is expected to launch in April 2025. Pantera Fund V The Pantera Fund […]
New 13F filings with the SEC reveal that a major pension consultant, Global Retirement Partners (GRP), is buying into US spot Bitcoin ETFs. Bitcoin investors have been eagerly awaiting these SEC filings to gauge the level of institutional interest in Bitcoin ETFs, which launched in the first quarter of 2024. JUST IN: 🇺🇸 Retirement consulting firm GRP […]
For crypto investors, the last several weeks have been a rollercoaster, with many assets seeing price dips and failing to post meaningful gains. The short-term outlook is bleak, despite some analysts’ continued optimism on the market’s long-term prospects. Halving Hype Fades Even the granddaddy of cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin (BTC), hasn’t been immune to the market downturn. […]
US regulators just announced the first bank failure of 2024. The FDIC says it has stepped in to protect $6 billion in assets and $4 billion in customer deposits at Philadelphia-based Republic Bank. The assets will be immediately handed over to Fulton Bank, a former rival that’s also located in Philadelphia. “Republic Bank’s 32 branches […]
A popular crypto trader says a liquid staking service for the Ethereum (ETH) blockchain is flashing a short-term bullish signal. The analyst Ali Martinez tells his 60,600 followers on the social media platform X that the Tom DeMark (TD) Sequential indicator recently presented a buy signal on Lido DAO’s (LDO) 3-day chart. “If LDO can hold […]
The Solana memecoin landscape is buzzing with excitement as CatGpt experiences an astounding surge of over 2000% in just one day. According to data from dex screener, CatGpt now boasts a market capitalization of $33 million and is currently trading at $0.007, marking an unprecedented leap in its valuation. One astute investor, identified by the […]
Over the past 90 days, while bitcoin has shown steady performance, 19 other cryptocurrencies have outpaced the leading digital asset in terms of price growth. However, the Altcoin Season Index, which measures the performance of these cryptocurrencies against bitcoin, has dropped from 59 to 39 since early April, signaling that an altcoin season is unlikely […]
Bitcoin’s impending ‘death cross’ signals potential price turbulence, with risk to fall below $60,000 per BTC
Explore BlockDAG, Shiba Inu and Polygon in the cryptocurrency market … The crypto universe recently witnessed a bold move, where a Shiba Inu (SHIB) …
Bitcoin has been trading sideways for two months, unable to surpass previous highs, suggesting a consolidation phase. Michaël van de Poppe sees this as the peak of Bitcoin’s market dominance, predicting a forthcoming shift in investor focus towards altcoins. The expected Ethereum ETF launch in May could catalyse this shift, revitalising the market and increasing […]
The creator of the Bored Ape Yacht Club has been struggling with a changing market and still plans to focus on its Otherside metaverse project.
An announcement was put out today by the Justice Department that Keonne Rodriguez and William Hill had been arrested and charged with operating Samourai Wallet, “an unlicensed money transmitting business” that executed “unlawful transactions.” Fuck the Justice department, full stop. At no point did Samourai custody user funds, have control over user funds, and ESPECIALLY […]
Dogecoin is struggling to rise above the $0.1650 resistance zone against the US Dollar. DOGE could decline heavily if it settles below the $0.140 support. DOGE is facing many hurdles near the $0.1650 and $0.170 levels against the US dollar. The price is trading below the $0.1620 level and the 100 simple moving average (4 […]
As the bull run of 2024 charges on, investors are actively seeking the next big earners in the altcoin sector. With an eye for potential, this article highlights three alternative cryptocurrencies that could significantly multiply their value. Examining trends and considering market dynamics, the piece provides insight into these contenders, which might transform a modest […]
Slothana, one of the most successful Solana meme coin presales so far, is gearing for its exchange launch as its ICO ends in two days. This means that traders face their last opportunity to buy $SLOTH at a fixed price before it opens to the broader market, and its price becomes subject to supply and […]
On Friday, April 26, Acinq announced that its Lightning Network bitcoin wallet, Phoenix, will cease services for U.S. residents from May 3, 2024. This announcement followed closely on the heels of the Samourai Wallet indictment and what is perceived as a targeted U.S. government effort against financial privacy and non-custodial solutions. Lightning Network Platform Phoenix […]
Forbes marked numerous top-tier assets ‘zombies,’ causing stir in community
Dogecoin has captured significant attention and investment within a specified price bracket. Turning to Kaspa, it stands out as a viable alternative, with experts anticipating a possible surge in its value. Yet, the focus sharply turns to BlockDAG. Following a robust $20.6 million presale and the introduction of a revolutionary Crypto Payment Card, this cryptocurrency […]
Unveil the dynamic governance model of the dYdX Chain and how it empowers community involvement in shaping the future of decentralized finance.
Even a small 2.25% decline this weekend could trigger the liquidation of over $500 million in Ether long positions.
Indonesia and Australia signed a MoU at the Australian Embassy in Jakarta to share cryptocurrency information, enhancing tax compliance. The agreement enables both nations to better detect taxable assets and fulfil tax obligations through improved data exchange on crypto assets. This collaboration underscores both countries’ commitment to innovate and adapt their tax systems amidst rapid […]
Following the success of Spot Bitcoin ETFs, expectations were high for Ethereum ETFs, but the SEC is likely to reject these due to discouraging feedback. Regulatory silence and a lack of specific feedback during meetings indicate probable denial. Analysts and industry leaders anticipate continued delays with potential court challenges influencing final decisions. After Spot Bitcoin […]
Today, Bitcoin mining pool ViaBTC auctioned off its “epic sat” for a sum of 33.3 BTC, equivalent to over $2.1 million. The auction, conducted on the CoinEx exchange platform, witnessed fervent bidding as collectors and enthusiasts competed for this satoshi. JUST IN: The first satoshi of #Bitcoin's fourth halving block just auctioned off for 33.3 […]
Memecoins are once making waves in the crypto market. In the last 24 hours, 4 of the 10 best-performing cryptocurrencies in the top 100 are meme coins. The biggest gainers include BONK (+10.2%), PEPE (+4.8%), WIF (+4.7%) and FLOKI (+4.1%). With meme coins slowly regaining, crypto traders are seemingly focusing on lesser-known coins. Top Crypto […]
Pantera Capital is planning to launch Pantera Fund V in April 2025, aiming to raise over $1 billion for investment in a diverse range of blockchain-based assets, representing a consolidation of its investment strategy into an ‘all-in-one’ fund. The new fund will include startup equity, early-stage tokens, and liquid tokens among its assets, and seeks […]
Are major whales taking profits?
TL;DR Impending Legislation: The U.S. Congress is close to passing a stablecoin bill, led by Representative Maxine Waters, to provide a legal framework for stablecoins, which are cryptocurrencies tied to traditional currencies. Controversial Measures: The bill, which could be enacted before the elections, requires stablecoin issuers to maintain sufficient reserves and bans algorithmic stablecoins without […]
Following Bitcoin’s recent halving event, market analysts are closely eyeing the role of liquidity in shaping the cryptocurrency’s trajectory over the coming months. According to insights from Kaiko, the strengthening liquidity could support a sustained rise in bitcoin’s price. Bitcoin’s Liquidity Rebounds Liquidity refers to the ease with which an asset can be bought or […]
In a development aimed at combating crypto-related crime, law enforcement agencies in the UK have been granted enhanced powers to seize cryptocurrency …
Crypto swapping allows users to quickly and easily switch between currencies on both centralized and decentralized exchanges.
April 24, 2024 – New York, New York Kadena, the only scalable layer-one PoW (proof-of-work) blockchain, expands its leadership team by onboarding Annelise Osborne as Kadena’s new chief business officer. With an illustrious career spanning over 20 years in finance, credit, real estate and digital assets, Osborne will be responsible for developing and leading new […]