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Phantom Wallet Joins Dydx, Easing Access for 7 Million Users

Dydx has announced its integration of the Phantom Wallet, a leading Solana-based non-custodial wallet, into its decentralized finance (defi) platform. This integration aims to simplify access for over 7 million Phantom users, aligning with…

Hut 8 Launches GPU-as-a-Service Vertical, Deploys 1,000 Nvidia GPUs

Hut 8 Corp. has officially launched its GPU-as-a-service vertical, marking a significant step in the company’s diversification efforts. The deployment includes 1,000 Nvidia H100 graphics processing units (GPUs), hosted in a Chicago-based…

Crypto.com Unveils AI-Powered SDK for Blockchain Developers

Crypto.com has introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool designed to aid developers in integrating natural language capabilities with blockchain functions. The new software development kit (SDK) aims to streamline development within the…

Bitdeer Completes Testing of SEAL02 Bitcoin Mining Chip

Bitdeer Technologies Group has successfully completed prototype testing for its SEAL02 bitcoin mining chip, marking a pivotal advancement in the company’s technological development. The chip exhibited a power efficiency ratio of 13.5 joules per…

Rolling the Dice on the Future: PandaCasino Leads the Charge in Crypto Gaming

PRESS RELEASE. Valletta, Malta, 26/09/2024 – With the rapid growth of cryptocurrency, PandaCasino is positioning itself as a leader in the online gaming industry. Offering a host of benefits over traditional casinos, PandaCasino combines innovative…

Spot Bitcoin ETFs Add $105M as Ether ETFs Pull in $43M on Busy Trading Day

U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs enjoyed another day of inflows, bringing in $105.84 million, while spot ether funds also added $43.23 million. Blackrock’s IBIT Leads Bitcoin ETFs, While Grayscale’s Mini Ether Trust Gains the Most Ether Inflows…

Bitcoin Reaches $65K — Market Braces for Major Options Expiry

At 11:40 a.m. EDT on Thursday, bitcoin (BTC) surpassed the $65,000 mark. After the latest climb, the current trading price per BTC stands at $65,430 per coin. Bitcoin Peaks Above $65K Bitcoin (BTC) has enjoyed a rise today, reaching $65,499 during…

Hamster Kombat’s Wild Start: HMSTR’s 30% Drop Rocks Market Debut

According to recent market data, the freshly minted hamster kombat (HMSTR) token has made its debut on several top-tier exchanges, only to tumble 30% in value within the last 24 hours. Hamster Kombat Token Drops 30% Amid First Day of Major Trading…

Crypto Analysts Say These are the Best Meme Coins to Buy for October: Popcat, Floki, Crypto All-Stars

Meme coins – they’re the wildcards of the crypto market. As we prepare to enter October, everyone’s buzzing about which of these coins could be the next big thing. And analysts have their eyes on a few standout contenders: Popcat, Floki, and Cryptoâ

Kamala Harris’s Blockchain Comment Sparks Mixed Reactions in Crypto Community

Vice President Kamala Harris’s remarks on fostering technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain have sparked plenty of chatter in the crypto community. While some see her words as encouraging and forward-thinking, others believe…

Wazirx Granted 4-Month Moratorium, Will Make Wallet Addresses Public

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has secured a four-month moratorium granted by a Singapore court, providing time for the company to address its financial obligations while crafting a resolution plan. Wazirx explained that as part of the court’s…

BOS Open-Sources Zero-Knowledge Protocol, Paving the Way for Advanced Cryptography on Bitcoin

BitcoinOS (BOS) has open-sourced its BitSNARK verification protocol, marking a significant advancement in blockchain technology. This protocol, which successfully verified the first zk-SNARK proof on the Bitcoin blockchain, enables zero-knowledge…

Russian Republic Dagestan Battles Underground Crypto Mining Amid Power Outages

Dagestan, a republic in Russia, is stepping up efforts to tackle illegal cryptocurrency mining due to its impact on the power grid and public safety. Underground mining operations have caused recent infrastructure damage, including a substation…

Experts Say P2E Games ‘Normalize’ Crypto in Emerging Markets

Play-to-earn blockchain games are driving crypto adoption in emerging markets, particularly in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Experts attribute this growth to their accessibility, economic opportunities, and community-building benefits…

Bitcoin Network Eases Up: Difficulty Falls 4.6% at Block 862,848

Bitcoin miners got a bit of a breather on Wednesday as the network’s difficulty dropped by 4.6% at block height 862,848. For the next two weeks, the process of finding a block subsidy is 4.6% easier than it was during the previous 2,016…

Russia’s Cybercrime Damage Exceeds $1.25 Billion in 2024, Minister Says

Russian Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev has revealed that cybercrime damage in Russia has surpassed $1.25 billion so far this year, with both individuals and organizations, including government bodies, as frequent targets. He highlighted…

Hong Kong CBDC Pilot Enters Phase 2 With New Firms to Advance Digital Currency Use Cases

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has moved into Phase 2 of its e-HKD pilot program, expanding its exploration into tokenized deposits and e-HKD. With 11 groups of firms selected, the initiative delves into practical applications such as…

BRICS Eyes Petroyuan for Oil Trade Amid Dedollarization Push, Expert Says

BRICS nations are considering adopting the petroyuan for oil trade as part of their ongoing dedollarization efforts, according to economic expert Herbert Poenisch. He noted the BRICS group may discuss alternatives to the petrodollar at their Kazan…

Russian Expert Discusses End of Internet Anonymity With Passport-Based Access

A Russian digital services expert has predicted a future where passport-based identification for Internet access becomes the norm, citing a broader trend towards the de-anonymization of online spaces. His comments follow a move by Telegram to…

Lawmaker Introduces Defi Bill — Calls Decentralized Finance ‘Essential to Future of Markets’

Congressman Warren Davidson has introduced the Evaluating Defi Opportunities Act to foster data-driven regulations for decentralized finance (defi). He stressed the importance of safeguarding innovation and user privacy while addressing concerns…

Saudi Arabia Leads MENA in Crypto Growth for Second Year Running

Saudi Arabia has emerged as the fastest-growing crypto economy in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region for the second consecutive year. Unlike other MENA countries, Saudi Arabia’s and Qatar’s crypto activity primarily stems…

Mike McGlone — Hedge Funds Push Gold Toward $3K Amid Global Market Uncertainty

In a recent interview, Mike McGlone, Senior Commodity Strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, emphasized the significant role of hedge funds in gold’s ongoing price surge. McGlone shared his insights on the impact of macroeconomic factors…