Veteran trader Peter Brandt has identified a bullish “massive coil” pattern for XRP, signaling a potential breakout, while legal uncertainties and regulatory shifts fuel market speculation. Peter Brandt’s Chart Insight Sparks Debate on XRP’s Next Market Move Peter Brandt, a renowned trader and chartist, highlighted a bullish outlook for XRP...
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A U.S. Space Force major aims to shape defense policy by advocating a national bitcoin reserve and highlighting proof-of-work technology’s role in strategic security. Jason Lowery Pushes for Bitcoin Strategy Role in National Security Council Jason Lowery, a major in the U.S. Space Force and a prominent advocate for bitcoin’s...
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Ripple’s CEO has warned against SEC Chair candidates tied to past enforcement controversies, urging leadership that fosters innovation and ends punitive crypto regulation. A Name Sparks Debate: Ripple CEO Slams SEC Chair Prospect Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, has criticized the potential appointment of Caroline Stebbins as the next U.S....
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Crypto advocate Howard Lutnick’s nomination as Commerce Secretary by Trump could revolutionize U.S. cryptocurrency policy. Wall Street Leader Howard Lutnick Tapped as Commerce Secretary, Backing Crypto Growth President-elect Donald Trump has announced the nomination of Howard Lutnick, CEO of Wall Street giant Cantor Fitzgerald, as the next Secretary of Commerce....
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The increasing integration of cryptocurrency into the online gaming sector has given rise to platforms like Willbet.io, a crypto-based online casino that offers players the option to participate in casino games and sports betting using digital currencies including Bitcoin (BTC) and Tether (USDT). As the crypto gaming space continues to...
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Securitize has rolled out its S-Token Vault, utilizing ERC4626 technology to elevate liquidity and streamline portfolio management for institutions holding tokenized real-world assets (RWAs). Bridging Finance and Defi: Securitize Launches Next-Gen S-Token Vault The project, revealed in a statement shared with Bitcoin.com News, was developed by Securitize Credit, a subsidiary...
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A recent ruling from a California court has implications for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), especially those involved in Ethereum (ETH) liquid staking....
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On Tuesday, shortly before bitcoin (BTC) reached a lifetime high of $94,057 per coin, Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski sparked interest on X. He posed a question to his 289,300 followers, asking whether Rumble should adopt bitcoin as a strategy and add it to its balance sheet. Michael Saylor Joins Rumble’s...
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The Trump transition team is considering Teresa Goody Guillén, partner at law firm BakerHostetler and co-lead of its blockchain team, among several candidates to become the next SEC chair, industry sources said. Goody Guillén is a seasoned securities lawyer with experience serving the SEC and opposing the agency on behalf...
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Compass Mining is constructing a new Bitcoin mining facility in Iowa, aiming to expand its self-owned infrastructure portfolio in the United States. Compass Mining’s Iowa Expansion Highlights Growing U.S. Presence Compass Mining has announced the development of a bitcoin mining facility on a five-acre site in Iowa. The company plans...
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Coinbase co-founder and CEO Brian Armstrong is proposing a plan that would pay dividends to Americans while making the size of the government leaner....
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PRESS RELEASE. Singapore, November 19, 2024 — Leading blockchain data provider Nansen announced its collaboration with TRON DAO, a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps. TRON, the trusted network for developers, institutions, and individuals worldwide, will be fully integrated on Nansen...
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Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) remain preferred choice of investment for institutional investors seeking exposure to bitcoin. Hedge Funds Keep Diversifying Portfolio With Bitcoin The recent 13F Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) filing for end of Q3 revealed that hedge funds such as Millennium Management, Capula Management, and Tudor Investment boosted their...
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The venture capitalist Arthur Cheong is calling attention to one decentralized exchange (DEX) altcoin he thinks is primed for a bullish trajectory....
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Blockchain oracle service provider Chainlink (LINK) is working on a pilot project for Brazil's proposed central bank digital currency called DREX with Microsoft and other firms in the country....
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This strategic move is aimed at accelerating Paxos’ commitment to compliant financial products and success of its stablecoins. USD-Backed Stablecoins in Europe Paxos, a regulated financial institution and provider of tokenized products has announced an agreement in principle to acquire Membrane Finance, a blockchain infrastructure company, subject to regulatory approval....
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Ethena's USDe yield-bearing token grew by $1 billion in a month to $3.44 billion as perpetual funding rates rose amid the crypto rally. The token now offers a 29% annualized yield, rebounding from a period of below the U.S. dollar risk-free rate as crypto markets corrected. DeFi lenders and exchanges...
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Bitcoin (BTC) shattered records on Tuesday, reaching an eye-popping $93,975—a new all-time high. Bitcoin Rallies to $93,975, Liquidating $44.4M in Shorts The top cryptocurrency gained 3.3% against the U.S. dollar in the past day and climbed 7.5% this week. With a towering market cap of $1.86 trillion, bitcoin continues to...
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The CEO of analytics firm CryptoQuant says that Bitcoin has officially entered into a state of euphoria as BTC continues to hold above the $90,000 mark....
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Bitcoin rose above $93,750 today, hitting a new all-time high. Spot bitcoin ETF options are now live on Nasdaq. The product was rolled out in strong demand from traders. Bitcoin Breaks $64K While Gold Soars ETH/BTC Ratio Slid to Lowest Since April 2021 Is Bitcoin Losing Its Bullish Momentum? Bitcoin...
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On Tuesday, the San Francisco based crypto firm Coinbase announced that it would be delisting wrapped bitcoin (WBTC) on Dec. 19, 2024. Coinbase to Pulls Wrapped Bitcoin From Its Platform on Dec. 19 Coinbase plans to suspend trading of the bitcoin derivative token wrapped bitcoin (WBTC) next month, according to...
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Following U.S. President Joe Biden’s approval for Kyiv to fire long-range missiles into Russian territory, Ukraine reportedly targeted a Russian weapons depot. As chatter about World War III floods social media, bettors on Polymarket are placing wagers on whether a nuclear weapon will be detonated before the year ends. Biden’s...
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Agentic artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming one of the most significant paradigms in the new era of foundation models. By agentic, we refer to AI systems that can not only produce outputs but also execute actions in a given environment. Consider automation scenarios like responding to emails, interacting with...
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U.S. President-elect Donald Trump wants Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick — a vocal cryptocurrency enthusiast who has been stablecoin giant Tether's (USDT) Wall Street banker for years — to serve as his Commerce Secretary, not Treasury Secretary, Punchbowl News and The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday. Lutnick was one of...
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Dogecoin has recently become one of the market’s top performers. But for those who missed out on DOGE’s rally, a new meme coin called Flockerz (FLOCK) is starting to gain attention. With over $2.3 million raised in its ICO, one analyst even believes FLOCK could 10x after it hits exchanges....
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Nexbridge, a digital asset issuer, has introduced USTBL—a regulated gateway for investors to tap into U.S. Treasury returns through blockchain technology. Anchored on Blockstream’s Liquid Network, the offering leverages the firm’s Asset Management Platform, aiming to ensure streamlined compliance and bolstering transparency. The issuance kicks off with a soft cap...
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Stablecoin issuer Paxos has agreed to acquire electronic money institution Membrane Finance which is licensed in Finland. Finland is a member of the European Union, which enforced strict rules for stablecoin issuers in June. XRP Price Surges Amid Record Futures Bets; Who Will Be the Next U.S. Treasury Secretary? Bitcoin...
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Tokenized U.S. Treasuries are a booming market, and now they are coming to the nascent crypto hub of El Salvador. NexBridge Digital Financial Solutions S.A de C.V, a digital asset issuer based in El Salvador that recently won digital asset service license from local regulators, has teamed up with Bitfinex...
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CoinDesk Indices presents its daily market update, highlighting the performance of leaders and laggards in the CoinDesk 20 Index. The CoinDesk 20 is currently trading at 2953.43, up 0.3% (+7.54) since 4 pm ET on Monday. Eight of 20 assets are trading higher. Leaders: HBAR (+13.3%) and RENDER (+5.1%). Laggards:...
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On Monday., Nov. 18, spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) had an impressive showing, attracting $254.82 million in positive inflows. Meanwhile, the nine spot ether ETFs faced a tough day, recording losses during trading. Crypto Clash: Bitcoin ETFs Surge With $254M Inflows as Ethereum Stumbles With $39M Outflows Spot bitcoin ETFs...
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PRESS RELEASE. The sports metaverse platform Bitball has completed a $5 million A-round fundraising co-led by IntelligentCricket, a global leader in cricket analytics, and Neon Eight Group, a private equity group focused on sports whose portfolio includes MPS Data. This round brings Bitball’s total funding to $7 million, following a...
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Blackrock Inc.’s head of digital assets, Robert Mitchnick, recently shared his thoughts on bitcoin during a conversation with Yahoo Finance. Mitchnick stated that he doesn’t consider bitcoin to be a “risk-on asset.” His remarks coincided with the debut of Blackrock’s Ishares bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) options on Nasdaq, signaling a...
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This article originally appeared in First Mover, CoinDesk’s daily newsletter, putting the latest moves in crypto markets in context. Subscribe to get it in your inbox every day. Latest Prices Ether ETFs Saw Biggest Outflows Since July Bitcoin Breaks $64K While Gold Soars ETH/BTC Ratio Slid to Lowest Since April...
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Cryptocurrency exchanges Bybit, Bitget and OKX had nearly a million "monthly active users" in the U.S. in August, data from Sensor Tower shows. That doesn't mean these MAUs were trading in violation of U.S. rules; they could've just been engaging in allowed behavior like checking crypto prices. But with VPNs,...
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The founder of a crypto trading platform allegedly relied on corrupt Los Angeles Sheriff's Department (LASD) deputies to facilitate extortion schemes and other crimes....
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PRESS RELEASE. Global leader in cryptocurrency payment solutions, Bit.Store, announced today a strategic partnership with the innovative blockchain platform Conflux Network. This partnership aims to bring diverse CFX spending experiences to users within the Conflux ecosystem through Bit.Store’s Web3 innovative CryptoCard product. This collaboration will significantly expand CFX’s real-world applications,...
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