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Select Group of Russian Firms Authorized to Use Crypto for Chinese Imports Amid Sanctions

A select group of Russian companies, including electronics producers and financial institutions, has received approval to use cryptocurrencies for Chinese imports under a pilot legal framework. Overseen by Russia’s central bank and the Ministry of…

Cryptoquant CEO Expects Crypto Market to Skyrocket With CZ’s Return — ‘Bullish Vibes Everywhere’

Cryptoquant’s chief executive has expressed optimism about the return of former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ), believing it could lead to major market movements. “Bullish vibes everywhere,” he said, emphasizing that CZ…

QCP Capital: Risk Assets Rise on Global Stimulus Outlook 

According to a weekend market insights analysis provided by QCP Capital, risk assets experienced a notable rally this week, driven by central bank stimulus measures and key political developments. Analysts from QCP highlighted multiple factors…

Bitcoin Eyes a Positive Finish to September, Setting the Stage for ‘Uptober’

With two days remaining in September, bitcoin’s monthly gain stands at 11.11%, setting the stage for the widely anticipated ‘Uptober.’ Historically, October has been a strong month for bitcoin, delivering positive returns…

Meme Coins Shine: SHIB Climbs 35%, MOODENG Rises to $305M Market Cap

In the past week, meme coins have been on a roll, with shiba inu (SHIB) leading the top five pack, gaining 35.5% against the U.S. dollar over seven days. However, the real standout was MOODENG, the meme token inspired by a baby pygmy hippopotamus…

Bitcoin ETFs Pull in Nearly Half a Billion as Ethereum ETFs Join the Party

On Friday, U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continued their upward momentum, raking in a sizable $494.27 million in inflows. Spot ethereum ETFs followed suit, adding $58.65 million to their tally. Bitcoin ETFs Lead the Charge with…

CME Fedwatch Favors Half-Point Cut Ahead of FOMC Meeting

In just 40 days, the U.S. Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will gather to decide whether the central bank will lower the benchmark interest rate. This pivotal moment occurs two days after the 2024 U.S. Election Day. As it stands, CME futures…

NFT Sales Climb 4.87% as Ethereum and Bitcoin Collectibles Dominate

NFT sales saw a solid increase this week, climbing 4.87% from the previous period to reach a total of $79.38 million. According to cryptoslam.io, the number of NFT buyers jumped by 34.13%, while sellers grew by 28.72%. Top NFT Collections See Gains…

Binance Founder CZ Released From US Custody After Serving 4-Month Sentence

Binance founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has been released from U.S. custody after serving a four-month sentence for his role in compliance failures at Binance. His sentence followed a plea deal that included a $50 million fine and…

Suze Orman Recommends BTC: ‘Everybody Should Absolutely Have Exposure to Bitcoin’

Suze Orman, a well-known financial advisor, advocates for bitcoin exposure, despite contrasting views from other prominent investors like Dave Ramsey and Warren Buffett. She underscores the potential gains for those who can manage its volatility…

FBI Seizes $6M in Crypto From Southeast Asian Scammers

U.S. authorities have seized over $6 million worth of cryptocurrency linked to a fraudulent investment scheme organized by Southeast Asian criminals. Targeting U.S. individuals, the criminals manipulated victims through fake cryptocurrency…

Bybit Expands in CIS Region With Kazakhstan License for Crypto Services

Crypto exchange Bybit has secured a major license in Kazakhstan, marking its expansion in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region. With its new regulatory approval, Bybit plans to offer a broad range of services including digital asset…

Crypto Platform CEO Arrested for Allegedly Paying Deputies in Extortion Scheme

Crypto platform Zort’s CEO has been arrested on multiple charges. Allegations against Iza include paying large sums to Los Angeles County deputies for illegal activities, such as unlawful searches, extortion schemes, and even a failed…

SEC Fines Mango DAO for Unregistered MNGO Tokens

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed charges against Mango DAO, Blockworks Foundation, and Mango Labs LLC for offering unregistered securities. The case centers around the sale of MNGO tokens and the operation of Mango…

Adorable Baby Hippo Inspires Moo Deng Token — Soars 1,398% in a Week

According to recent data, the Solana-powered meme token moo deng (MOODENG) has jumped 98% in the past 24 hours and shot up a stunning 1,398% over the last week. With this massive boost, the meme token has claimed the top spot as the day’s…

Blackrock Amasses $24 Billion in Bitcoin, Approaches 2% of Total Supply

From Jan. 11 to Sept. 26, 2024, Blackrock, the world’s largest asset manager, collected an astonishing 363,626.36 bitcoin, valued at just over $24 billion as of Sept. 27. This accumulation puts Blackrock’s exchange-traded fund (ETF)…

Swan Bitcoin Alleges Ex-Employees Conspired to Steal Mining Business

A newly filed lawsuit claims that Swan Bitcoin, a financial services company focused on bitcoin, is accusing former employees of trying to hijack its “billion-dollar bitcoin mining business.” According to the suit, Swan’s…

Bitcoin Tops $66K as Inflation Cools, $9.67M in Shorts Liquidated

Bitcoin prices continued climbing this week, reaching an intraday peak of $66,456 per unit at 10:35 a.m. ET on Friday, marking a 2.4% boost against the U.S. dollar today and a solid 5% gain over the past seven days. Bitcoin Jumps to $66,456…

WBTC Hits New High on Aave, Coinbase’s Wrapped Bitcoin Supply Soars

It’s been 48 days since Bitgo revealed its partnership with Bit Global on Aug. 9, 2024. Since that announcement, the supply of wrapped bitcoin (WBTC) held on Aave V3 has soared to a new peak. Meanwhile, cbBTC, the bitcoin derivative token…