Trump policies could take DeFi, BTC staking mainstream: Redstone co-founder
Trump’s administration could push DeFi from niche to mainstream, with crypto advocates eyeing potential pro-crypto policy shifts.
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No apology can 'undo the damage' Gary Gensler has caused: Tyler Winklevoss
"Let's be clear on one thing. Gary Gensler is evil," Tyler Winklevoss said in a detailed thread about the SEC chair amid resignation rumors.
Elon Musk 'shot down' OpenAI's ICO plan in 2018 over credibility concerns
According to a court filing, Elon Musk said that the proposed initial coin offering (ICO) "would simply result in a massive loss of credibility for OpenAI."
Bitcoin ETF options pass 'second hurdle' with CFTC clearance
ETF analyst Eric Balchunas says "the ball" is now with the Options Clearing Corporation, forecasting that spot Bitcoin ETF options will "list very soon."
Ethena adopts fee-sharing proposal for ENA token
Now the protocol is working on a value accrual mechanism for ENA stakers.
Tether mints $1 billion USDt on Tron, pays zero fees — Arkham
According to stablecoin firm Tether, approximately $127 billion in Tether-USD tokens (USDt) are currently in circulation.
Crypto Biz: MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin bet swells
This week’s Crypto Biz features MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin strategy, Coinbase’s and Kaiko’s recent acquisitions, MARA’s third-quarter earnings, and MoonPay’s new fiat gateway.
Helix mixer operator gets 3 years in prison for money laundering
Larry Harmon laundered 350,000 BTC, but he was treated leniently for his help in jailing Roman Sterlingov.
Backpack Wallet, Blockaid prevent $26.6M loss from DeFi attacks on Solana
Blockaid scanned over 180 million transactions of Backpack’s users between June and September, detecting more than 71,000 malicious activities on the Solana network.
US gov’t job could allow Elon Musk to defer capital gains tax
The “DOGE” department proposed by Elon Musk could allow the Tesla CEO to divest many of his assets and defer paying taxes.
XRP outperforms crypto market with a 17% pump — What’s driving the rally?
XRP price staged a double-digit rally as traders opened new positions in expectation of a crypto-friendly Trump administration.
Odds favor Solana ETF in 2025: VanEck
The United States has only approved ETFs for Bitcoin and Ether, versus some 30 digital asset types in Europe, according to the Financial Times.
Bitcoin could hit $100K November, Trump mulls crypto-friendly CFTC chair: Finance Redefined
Expectations of improving economic policies under the Trump administration may drive Bitcoin’s price above $100,000 before the end of the month.
Price analysis 11/15: BTC, ETH, SOL, BNB, DOGE, XRP, ADA, SHIB, TON, AVAX
Bitcoin is witnessing a shallow pullback, but bulls still anticipate a rally toward $100,000 in the short-term.
NY Supreme Court allows Greenidge to keep mining, but challenges remain
The state Department of Environmental Conservation botched the permitting process, but it still gets a do-over.
Bitcoin price metrics and ‘influx’ of stablecoins to exchanges hint at rally continuation
Analysts say a “higher than normal influx of stablecoins to exchanges is just one sign that traders are preparing for the next leg of the Bitcoin rally.
Dogecoin investor lawsuit against Elon Musk dropped
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is often associated with Dogecoin after the businessman mentioned the memecoin on various channels in 2021.
VC Roundup: Funding falls to $2.4B in Q3 2024, early-stage startups dominate
This edition of Cointelegraph’s VC Roundup features Eidon AI, Brevis, Multiledgers and Alluvial.
NY prosecutor suggests office will scale back crypto cases
Scott Hartman reportedly said authorities in New York’s Southern District had filed “a lot of big cases” after a crypto market downturn but suggested it was petering out.
Is PAWS Telegram Mini App legit? What you need to know
The PAWS Mini App is a fast-growing Telegram application that rewards users with PAWS points for engaging within the Telegram ecosystem.
Bitcoin investment ‘material impact’ captures pension funds’ attention
Even a small allocation of Bitcoin in a traditional investment fund can be beneficial.
How to figure out if an AI crypto project is worth investing in
Blockchain AI projects have seen record fundraising but few end-users. Here is where industry leaders see the technology heading next.
NYSE Arca files to list Bitwise crypto index ETP
NYSE Arca has filed with the SEC to list the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund, aiming to convert the $1.3 billion trust into a regulated ETP.
Financial institutions will drive RWA tokenization’s trillion-dollar growth
The real-world asset tokenization industry is projected to exceed $30 trillion by 2030, driven by nimble and mainstream financial institutions.
Goldman Sachs holds $710M in Bitcoin ETFs — SEC filing
Since the second quarter, Goldman Sachs has added $300 million to its portfolio in Bitcoin ETF holdings, increasing exposure by 71%.
Hong Kong warns against crypto firms misrepresenting as ‘banks’
Hong Kong’s central bank said it may be illegal for unlicensed companies to represent themselves as banks in Hong Kong.
EU regulator sets restrictive measure guidelines for crypto providers
Crypto-asset service providers that carry out transfers must choose a screening system that allows them to comply with the EU's restrictive measures regimes.
South Korea probes Upbit for 600K KYC violations
Due to the alleged KYC violations, Upbit reportedly faces fines of $71,500 per case in addition to possible issues with its business license renewal.
Don’t be delusional: Decentralization doesn’t compensate for regulation
DeFi needs regulation to build trust, attract institutional investment, and ensure long-term viability despite its decentralized nature.
FSB calls for stricter oversight against AI vulnerabilities
FSB explores AI’s potential to revolutionize finance while spotlighting risks like fraud, data governance, and systemic vulnerabilities.