Unwrap the magic of how blockchain reshapes the landscape of Christmas giving, bringing innovation and efficiency to the age-old tradition.

Daniel Akira Mills, 22, was sentenced to two years for a SIM swap cryptocurrency heist, stealing over $600000 and must pay $530000 restitution.

BlackRock and Grayscale recently met with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), presumably to discuss the approval requirements for their spot Bitcoin ETF applications. Coinbase, which offers both Bitcoin custody and Bitcoin brokerage products, has emerged as the proposed custodian for the Bitcoin assets of several ETF applicants. Mike Belshe, CEO of BitGo, recently raised […]

Crypto analyst Ali Martinez is expressing bullish sentiment on Solana (SOL) amid triple-digit-percentage gains by the Ethereum (ETH) competitor this year. Martinez tells his 34,500 followers on the X social media platform that Solana could surge by around 25% from the current level if the bullish momentum is maintained. “A sustained close above $68.20 will […]

One “lucky” trader is drawing attention for taking huge profits in just one month by trading a new Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) rival. According to the blockchain-tracking service Lookonchain, the trader racked up about $2.5 million in profits, or a 6,102% gain, by buying and selling Grok (GROK), a token inspired by, but unrelated, to […]

Illustration by Mitchell Preffer for Decrypt. Bitcoin continued to rally this week—and pushed up meme coins while it was at it. The biggest cryptocurrency by market cap is now trading for $44,021 per coin, according to CoinGecko. Over the past 24 hours, that’s a rise of less than 1%. But over the week, it has […]

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently postponed its decision regarding Bitcoin ETFs. While many are skeptical about the SEC’s stance, others believe this would give way for mass approval. Meanwhile, Synthetix and Pullix are looking to benefit from the launch. The DeFi coins are hoping to see more rallies post-launch. Bitcoin (BTC) ETF […]

On December 5, 2023, Lugano, a Swiss City, announced the incorporation of the cryptocurrencies Bitcoin (BTC) and Tether (USDT) for tax and other municipal fee payments. This makes part of Lugano’s collaborative plans with Tether, Plan B, fashioned to revitalize the City’s financial system using Bitcoin tech. Lugano Dives into the World of Crypto Before […]

Bitcoin has risen more than 60% since middle of October

Altcoins such as Cardano (ADA) had a widespread increase in value, similar to the altcoin cycle observed in early November. This cycle occurred when the momentum of Bitcoin slowed down, prompting traders to secure profits and allocate their investments towards smaller cryptocurrencies. Because of the consistent price of Bitcoin (BTC), which encouraged capital rotation to […]

Bitcoin analysis suggests that all may not be well for BTC price strength as altcoins make their move.

Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, is predicted to reach new heights by late 2024, according to VanEck, a renowned investment management firm. The firm’s analysts anticipate a significant influx into Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which could propel Bitcoin to a new record high. VanEck projects significant capital inflows into Bitcoin ETFs, indicating a robust Bitcoin […]

Prominent crypto analytics platform Santiment says one metric is indicating Bitcoin (BTC) may witness another leg up. Santiment says that an increase in “bull trap” mentions on social media platforms is indicating a spread of fear, uncertainty and doubt (FUD) for the crypto market. However, the market intelligence firm says that periods following increased FUD […]

The SEC warns of high risks and a lack of regulatory compliance in crypto asset securities. They highlight the absence of traditional investor …

Amidst the recent upswing in the broader cryptocurrency market, Solana (SOL) has mirrored the trend, with growth exceeding 60% in the past month. Investors seeking insights into the next potential price target for this digital asset may find information in a post on X by cryptocurrency analyst Ali Martinez on December 7. #Solana is approaching […]

Cardano (ADA) rockets 39% in eight days, shaping up for its best December in seven years

Mining Bitcoin is the cornerstone of the BTC network, providing both security and new Bitcoins into circulation. This essential process involves powerful computers solving complex mathematical problems to validate transactions on the network. As a reward for this computational work, miners receive new bitcoins, making it a potentially lucrative endeavor. In this guide, we will […]

Cardano price continues its rebound move in December, with ADA price up 75% already as altcoins catch up to Bitcoin’s rally.

Stablecoin issuer Tether has announced another step toward cooperation with law enforcement and regulatory agencies by initiating a voluntary wallet-freezing policy, according to a blog post on Dec. 9. Since Dec. 1, Tether has been offering on the secondary market controls to freeze activity connected with Sanctioned persons on the United States Office of Foreign […]

In the current bull market frenzy focusing on Bitcoin and Ethereum, a quieter yet significant surge is happening with SOL, the primary token of the Solana blockchain. Despite previous connections to disgraced crypto tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried, Solana has managed to thrive, reaching unprecedented levels and attracting a growing number of users to its network. VanEck […]

Get ready to ride the wave of exciting developments in the crypto landscape. This article explores the surging success of Terra Classic (LUNC) and the FTX Token (FTT) while shining a spotlight on the rising star of the AI altcoin scene – InQubeta (QUBE). It’s a tale of rapid growth, market dynamics, and an altcoin […]

A US federal judge has accepted the guilty plea of former Binance’s CEO, Changpeng Zhao, for one count of anti-money laundering violations under the Bank Secrecy Act. However, the judge has not decided whether Zhao could return to his UAE residence before the February sentencing. Zhao Pled Guilty Last month, Zhao pled guilty to the […]

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly discussing crucial technical details with financial firms that applied for spot market Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs). According to a new report by Reuters, industry executives say that the deliberation between the regulatory agency and those who placed bids for BTC ETFs is a sign that […]

El Salvador has launched a new “Freedom Visa Program” for high-net-worth individuals willing to plunk down $1 million worth of Bitcoin (BTC) or USDT for a passport. The Central American country officially launched the citizenship-by-investment program on Thursday, noting that 1,000 individuals would be selected for the visa, which offers an “accelerated path” toward citizenship. […]

LayerZero, a project focused on blockchain interoperability, has just confirmed its plans to launch a native token and conduct an airdrop in the first half of 2024. The news had an immediate impact on the network, boosting metrics for projects linked to its ecosystem. The LayerZero protocol, designed to facilitate communication between different blockchains, has […]

Fidelity Investments has finally succeeded in listing its Bitcoin ETF on the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC). Identified by the symbol FBTC, this ETF took a crucial step toward official approval, generating positive expectations in the cryptocurrency market. Fidelity’s decision to choose DTCC to list its Bitcoin ETF highlights the growing institutional acceptance of […]

XRP Nears the $1 Milestone as Another Cryptocurrency Gears Up for a Tenfold Jump … One of the top altcoins in the market, XRP (XRP) has been …

Recent on-chain data shows that staggering hunk of Bitcoins deposited to various crypto exchanges over last week

Prominent altcoin, XRP, has produced a positive performance in the last day, rising by 6.92%, according to data from CoinMarketCap. This price increase adds to the token’s impressive form all week, culminating in an 11.85% gain in the last seven days.  Interestingly, it appears there may be larger gains for XRP investors in the coming […]

A bug on an Immediate-or-Cancel order led to the drainage of nearly $700,000 from Lifnity’s LFNTY-USDC pool.

The self-custody Bitcoin (BTC) wallet built by Jack Dorsey’s fintech firm is now available for pre-order to customers in over 95 countries. In a statement, Block, formerly known as Square, says the global launch of their Bitkey wallet will make it easier for people to own and manage Bitcoin. Block says it will be shipping […]

Bitcoin resumed its bull run in the past 24 hours and neared $45,000 for the first time since May 2022 but failed to overcome that level. Nevertheless, numerous altcoins have outperformed BTC, with ADA, DOT, and AVAX standing out as the most prominent examples. BTC Came Close to $45K Last Saturday, precisely a week ago, […]