Bitcoin market cap overtakes Berkshire Hathaway, soars past $800B
Bitcoin is now the 10th biggest asset by market cap, following Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook) and Nvidia.
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UK House of Commons recommends further CBDC tests on viability, risks
The U.K. Parliamentary Committee fears that an official launch will demand a significant investment, adding that “It is not clear to us at this stage whether the benefits are likely to outweigh these risks.”
Bitcoin breaks $41K as gold price reaches new all-time high
Bitcoin price is surging in lockstep with gold as the precious metal hits a new historic high, suggesting investors are preparing for stock market turmoil.
Bitcoin prices should ‘logically’ correct in Jan, but crypto’s a ‘wild card’
Bitcoin should “logically” be headed for a “sell-the-news” correction in January, according to analysts, but that doesn’t mean that’s how it’s going to shake out.
Safe Wallet scammer steals $2M through 'address poisoning' in one week
A malicious actor behind at least $5 million in crypto theft through “address poisoning" significantly ramped up attacks against Safe Wallet users in the last week.
Bitcoin is of ‘national strategic importance’ says US Space Force officer
U.S. Space Force Major Jason Lowery wants the U.S. military to prioritize the investigation of proof-of-work systems like Bitcoin for the country’s defense.
Bitcoin tops $40K for first time in 19 months, Matrixport eyes $125K in 2024
Bitcoin has hit a 19-month high, and Matrixport predicts it will keep climbing well into next year.
Binance’s explosive growth led to compliance failures - CEO Richard Teng on $4.3B settlement
The new CEO of Binance takes stock of the exchange's future following a landmark $4.3 billion settlement with United States authorities in a one-on-one interview with Cointelegraph.
Bitcoin price surge toward $40K boosts sentiment in KAS, RUNE, MNT and RNDR
Bitcoin’s recent rally toward $40,000 could further fuel traders' bullish sentiment for KAS, RUNE, MNT and RNDR.
Arbitrum DAO passes $23M extra budget to fund all grant applicants
The Arbitrum community is expanding its grant program budget to over $70 million, supporting a total of 56 projects.
Crypto Biz: UAE’s regulatory structure draws crypto firms, Canaan’s revenue slumps, and more
The United Arab Emirates increasingly attracts Web3 companies to its jurisdictions, becoming the center of global crypto innovation.
How blockchain improves daily healthcare routine, explained
Blockchain enhances daily healthcare by securing patient data, streamlining coordination and minimizing errors for efficient care delivery.
BTC price nears $40K as as Bitcoin trader eyes return to all-time high
Bitcoin beats out sellers to liquidate $60 million of shorts in two days, with BTC price acting just several hundred dollars from $40,000.
3 reasons why Chainlink price can rally another 20% by New Year's
LINK's price is nearing an ascending triangle breakout scenario in December with bullish on-chain indicators strengthening the upside case.
FTX and Alameda transfers another $22M worth of crypto asset
Following their most recent move, FTX and Alameda Research have transferred another significant amount of digital assets, amounting to an impressive $22 million.
Grayscale Bitcoin Trust aims for ETF shift to narrow discount
This move seeks to better synchronize GBTC’s shares with the real Bitcoin price and introduce a streamlined mechanism for investors to create or redeem shares effortlessly.
Bitcoin ETF race has a new player, Binance ends support for BUSD, and more: Hodler’s Digest: Nov. 26 – Dec. 2
Bitcoin ETF race has a new entrant, Binance is ending support for the BUSD stablecoin, and ChatGPT’s first year in review.
Ethereum team lead sees zero interest from university in collaborating
Peter Szilagyi, Ethereum's team lead, voiced dissatisfaction with his former university's lack of enthusiasm in recommending students for collaboration with Ethereum.
Bitcoin's top of funnel is becoming less noisy, suggests Swan Bitcoin CEO
According to Swan Bitcoin CEO Cory Klippsten, Bitcoin ETFs are set to replace the chaotic entry points tainted by flashy crypto marketing campaigns since 2017.
Coinbase market share grows outside US trading hours amid Binance saga: Report
According to Kaiko Research, Bybit experienced a rise in market share around the clock, whereas Coinbase witnessed significant growth outside of the United States trading hours.
North Korean hackers have pilfered $3B of crypto over past six years: Report
In 2022, North Korean hackers swiped crypto worth ten times more than the country earned from exports in 2021, according to US cybersecurity firm Recorded Future.
Madeira seeks to boost economy with startups, innovative payment system
The Madeira Blockchain 2023 conference showcased the region's efforts to become an emerging technology hub in the Atlantic.
What is market manipulation in cryptocurrency?
Market manipulation in cryptocurrency involves artificially influencing prices or trading volume to deceive investors.
UK Legislators urge caution in retail digital pound rollout
The committee’s report recommends imposing lower initial limits on the value of retail digital pounds to alleviate the risk of potential bank runs amid market instability.
KyberSwap announces treasury grants for hack victims
The grant is designed to ease the financial burden on affected individuals and will equal the USD equivalent of the assets lost in the security breach.
SEC faces sanctions threat as Judge questions DEBT Box case accuracy
Initially, the SEC, led by attorney Michael Welsh, had convinced the court to freeze DEBT Box’s assets, arguing the company was moving to Dubai, beyond U.S. regulatory reach.
The SEC is facing another defeat in its recycled lawsuit against Kraken
The Securities and Exchange Commission is suing Kraken for selling cryptocurrencies, but it looks like a recycled version of a losing lawsuit.
Nayib Bukele steps down as El Salvador’s President ahead of re-election bid
Acting President Claudia Rodríguez de Guevara, the first female head of state for El Salvador, took office on Dec. 1 and is expected to serve until June 2024.
Tether moving into infrastructure, energy production, CEO Ardoino says
Tether will build renewable energy facilities in Uruguay and El Salvador, the new CEO told Cointelegraph.
Ethereum price rallies toward key resistance but is ETH’s strength sustainable?
Ethereum’s price rally toward $2,100 is driven by new developments in the layer-2 space and investors’ anticipation of a spot BTC ETF.