Bitfinex Bitcoin long positions reach $5.1B — Is someone buying or hedging?
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Analysts speculate that the Bitcoin bull run is ready to resume after Bitfinex longs soar to $5.1 billion. Are they mistaken?

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Toncoin (TON) Price Prediction for February 18
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How long is the drop of Toncoin (TON) going to last?

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Czech Crypto Firms to Gain Banking Access Under Fresh Legislation
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The Czech Republic officially enacted a new cryptocurrency law that simplifies tax rules and brings the country in line with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations. The legislation, signed by President Petr Pavel, aims to support industry growth while introducing clearer compliance measures. Notably, it grants cryptocurrency companies the right to access bank […]

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<b>Cryptocurrency</b> in Africa – VOA Africa
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On this week's Straight Talk Africa, we are exploring cryptocurrency on the continent. Host Vincent Makori is joined by VOA Africa technology …

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How Close Is Bitcoin To A Bear Market? This Historical Level May Contain Hints
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A Bitcoin on-chain level has historically served as the boundary for bear markets. Here’s how far the asset’s price is currently from this line. Bitcoin Is Above Realized Price Of All Major Cohorts Right Now In a new post on X, CryptoQuant founder and CEO Ki Young Ju has discussed where the Realized Price currently […]

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Coalition Pledges to Fast-Track Crypto Regulation, Echoing Trump’s Deregulatory Zeal
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The Australian Coalition Party will make crypto regulation a ‘priority’ if elected this year. Luke Howarth, the Shadow Minister for Financial Services, claims that the Albanese Government had left regulatory clarity ‘too late’. Meanwhile, he argued that a ‘regulation by enforcement’ policy from ASIC could cause innovative blockchain projects to move off-shore. The Australian Coalition […]

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German Central Bank President Calls for Introduction of CBDCs To Protect European Sovereignty
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The president of Germany’s monetary authority is advocating for a central bank digital currency (CBDC). In a question-and-answer session with economists at the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum (OMFIF) think tank, the president of the Deutsche Bundesbank, Joachim Nagel, says he supports a CBDC. The OMFIF cites Nagel saying that “CBDCs will play a […]

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The Next Decade, Part 3: The Road Blocks(And Roads Around?)
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Bitcoin Banks (or Binks). It’s happening. Guaranteed. Done deal. In the bag. It’s just a question of when? Germany cleared banks to custody and handle Bitcoin and Bitcoin accounts for customer starting 2020. Who will be the first? This is one thing that people will spaz out about, and I get why, but ultimately I […]

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New Meme Coin Showing Explosive Potential: Is Meme Index the Next Rocketing Crypto?
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The $67.1 billion meme coin market has nearly halved in value since mid-January when it was valued at $115 billion as the broader crypto market took a downturn over the past 30 days. Despite the red trend that plagues established tokens, Meme Index (MEMEX) is thriving in its presale phase with over $3.7 million raised. […]

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LITECOIN PRICE ANALYSIS & PREDICTION (February 19) – LTC Continues to Defy The Odds, Advances Bullish Following 6% Daily Gains
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Among the top 20 altcoins, LTC is the only asset to have seen a notable recovery from the recent monthly dip. It is trading bullishly near the top as it faces multiple resistances. A breakout should be expected soon. Following a small pullback from $137.5 last weekend, LTC closed a bit weak but seemed to […]

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Quantum Storm Brewing: Can Bitcoin Outrun Microsoft’s Million-Qubit Countdown?
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On Wednesday, Satya Nadella, chairman and CEO at Microsoft, unveiled a quantum computing breakthrough featuring the company’s Majorana 1 chip. This achievement, notably his remark about a “clear path to a million-qubit processor,” has already sparked discussions about Bitcoin’s alleged vulnerability. Microsoft’s Majorana 1 Chip Ignites More Quantum vs. Bitcoin Debate Since December, Bitcoin has […]

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Announcing the 2024 Kraken Transparency Report
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We offer a variety of crypto products and services to millions of clients in 190+ countries. Last year, we received data requests from law enforcement and government agencies located in 71 countries. Combined global law enforcement and regulatory agency requests increased 38.6% in 2024 vs. 2023 U.S. agencies issued 28.6% of all data requests in […]

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Elon Musk’s X eyeing capital raise at $44B valuation: Report
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The potential funding round could make early financial backers whole after Musk purchased Twitter for $44 billion in 2022.

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Tether Expands Its Offerings with TradeFi, a New Trade Finance Solution
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TL;DR Tether has launched TradeFi, a blockchain-based platform aimed at improving global trade through financing solutions. TradeFi promotes financial inclusion and integrates industries by reducing costs and increasing efficiency in sectors like crude oil and copper. The company has diversified its investments into sectors like artificial intelligence, agriculture, and Bitcoin mining, while maintaining its dominance […]

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Litecoin & XRP Soar as ETF Proposals Enter SEC Review Process
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TL;DR The SEC has acknowledged CoinShares’ filings to list XRP and Litecoin ETFs on Nasdaq, a crucial step in cryptocurrency regulation. The SEC will open a 21-day public comment period before deciding on the approval of these ETFs. In the last 24 hours, XRP is up 7.27% and Litecoin is up 10.78%. The U.S. Securities […]

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Barstool Founder Launches and Dumps GREED Meme Coin in Just 1 Hour
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Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy launched a meme coin called $GREED today from his official wallet. However, he sold his entire position an hour later, causing the token’s value to crash by more than 90%. A Social Experiment In a February 19 post on X, the founder criticized the meme coin space, stating: “The entire […]

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XRP Is 'Centralized Controlled Security,' Legendary Angel Investor Says; Binance to Delist These 4 Popular Crypto Assets, 9.38 Billion DOGE in 24 Hours: Crypto News Digest by U.Today
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Check out U.Today’s latest crypto news digest to stay tuned for the most important events in the industry!

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Binance Faces $81.5 Billion Lawsuit in Nigeria amid Currency and Tax Disputes
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Nigeria has filed a lawsuit against Binance, seeking $79.5 billion in damages for economic losses and $2 billion in back taxes. The case was revealed in court documents today (Wednesday), the Guardian reported. Authorities blame Binance for worsening the country’s currency problems. They detained two of its executives in 2024, linking cryptocurrency platforms to naira […]

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Wealth Building With <b>Cryptocurrency</b>: A Generational Divide – Elder Law Answers
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3D illustration of Bitcoin cryptocurrency breaking into pieces. lder Americans shy away from cryptocurrencies as an investment vehicle for their …

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Solana Sweeps Lows But Recovers – Can Bulls Reclaim $185 by Friday?
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Solana has experienced intense selling pressure, now trading at its lowest levels since November 2024 and erasing all the gains from the post-election rally. Once a leader in the altcoin market, Solana is now facing serious risks as the meme coin euphoria that fueled its rise has turned into a bloodbath, raising concerns about its […]

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Banks in South Korea Moving Quickly To Partner With Crypto Exchanges Amid New Regulatory Clarity: Report
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Banks in South Korea are reportedly rushing to partner with crypto firms as the country’s digital asset regulations become less restrictive. Last week, South Korea’s Financial Services Commission announced the country would launch a pilot program in the second half of 2025 enabling 3,500 corporate entities to buy crypto for investment and financial purposes. Corporate […]

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Zerocap and CoinDesk Indices Unveil Australia’s First CoinDesk 20 Index-Based Crypto Products
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The CoinDesk 20 Index is launching in Australia through Zerocap with a diverse portfolio allocation of 27.4% Bitcoin, 19.1% XRP and 16% Ethereum while excluding memecoins and other specialised tokens. The index, which has gained 456% over five years, provides institutional investors with broader market exposure through quarterly rebalancing. Despite its strategic diversification benefits, the […]

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US SEC Acknowledges Bitwise Spot XRP ETF; XRP $5 Soon? 
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The SEC has acknowledged Bitwise’s ETF filing for review alongside Grayscale and 21Shares applications, with a 21-day public comment period before further decisions. The crypto ETF landscape is expanding rapidly following Bitcoin and Ethereum fund approvals in 2024, with numerous altcoin ETF applications pending including Litecoin, Solana and even Dogecoin. XRP’s price sits at US$2.53 […]

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I Still Don’t Like Tether (USDT) On Bitcoin And Lightning
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Follow Frank on X. The news of USDT (Tether) coming to Bitcoin and Lightning via Taproot Assets has been met with various reactions. Some believe it’s good for Bitcoin (most, actually, based on a small survey I conducted on X; yes, I know the sample size isn’t large enough for the results to be significant. I’M […]

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Digital Assets Show Mixed Performance During Wednesday’s Trading Session
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The cryptocurrency market sector experienced a modest resurgence Wednesday, edging up 0.61% against the U.S. dollar to hover near $3.18 trillion. While bitcoin and ethereum inched upward at a leisurely pace, tokens such as fantom (FTM) and aptos (APT) sprinted ahead with double-digit appreciation. Key Assets Make Significant Strides and Follies Precisely seven to eight […]

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OM is available for trading!
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We’re thrilled to announce that OM is now available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading OM trading will be live as of 15:00 UTC today, Feb 19, 2025. To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’.  Make sure to deposit your tokens into […]

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‘We want to make ICOs great again,’ says Trump’s WLF co-founder
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Zak Folkman, co-founder of Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial, discussed memecoin regulations and ICOs with Tron founder Justin Sun at Consensus Hong Kong.

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RIPPLE PRICE ANALYSIS & PREDICTION (February 19) – XRP Signals Downtrend as it Forms a New Bearish Pattern, Where? 
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Joining the latest dip in altcoins price, XRP lost momentum and looked weak on the day. It is now footing a new bearish move following a slight shift. A broad correction is imminent if the bulls fail to counter the move.  For the first time in three months, XRP forms a bearish pattern and looks […]

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'Bitcoin Is Strategy,' Michael Saylor Issues Enigmatic Tweet, Here’s Twist
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Prominent Bitcoiner Saylor doubles down on his company’s BTC commitment

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Why Bitcoin is Down: BTC Millionaire Addresses Plummet in Trump’s Second Term
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Bitcoin is trading within a narrow range of $93,000 to $106,000, signaling potential for major price movement in the coming days. The waning market sentiment comes amid a report that Bitcoin millionaires have largely declined in Trump’s second term. Despite recent volatility, on-chain data suggests accumulation remains strong, indicating investor confidence. The broader crypto market […]

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The <b>Cryptocurrency</b> Scam That Turned a Small Town Against Itself – The New York Times
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The Cryptocurrency Scam That Turned a Small Town Against Itself. How did a successful, financially sophisticated banker gamble his community's …

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Top 5 New Crypto to Buy as Hong Kong Announces Plans to Promote Crypto
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Paul Chan Mo-po, Hong Kong’s financial secretary, reaffirmed the city’s commitment to being a stable, open, and dynamic hub for digital assets. Hong Kong has been making significant investments in Web3 innovation and blockchain infrastructure, signalling a strong push toward becoming a global leader in the sector. The state-backed Cyberport Web3 Hub now hosts over […]

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