US national debt passes $35T — 5 Things to know in Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin bulls demand a rematch with final resistance below all-time highs to start the week as BTC price upside puts $70,000 back in play.
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BlackRock imposters target crypto ETF investors
BlackRock warns investors about a rise in crypto scams targeting its iShares Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, urging caution against social media impersonators.
$600M XRP token release to bring August crypto unlocks to $1.5B
August is shaping up to be a big month for token unlocks, with just shy of $1.5 billion in tokens being released to the market.
Bitcoin pushes toward $70K — just 6% needed for new all-time high
Bitcoin price came within 5.7% of its peak today as the week begins with positive sentiment.
Hacker gets 3.5 years prison for $900K Coinbase login scam: Report
A UK hacker faces prison for his Coinbase dummy website scam, an El Paso man’s alleged crypto “Ponzi” funded his lavish lifestyle, and Washington DFI flags the latest potential crypto fraud.
Citron crypto-skeptic Andrew Left to face fraud charges
The crypto-skeptic could spend 25 years behind bars should he be convicted on all 18 fraud-related charges.
University of Wyoming launches Bitcoin Research Institute
The Bitcoin Research Institute will open in August as part of the University of Wyoming’s College of Arts and Sciences.
Apple Intelligence may be absent from initial iOS 18 rollout: Report
Apple’s new AI features will potentially arrive a few weeks later in October, giving developers more time to iron out potential bugs.
Donald Trump's potential SEC chairman should tackle 5 issues
Donald Trump has promised to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler, whose work at the agency was defined by his animosity toward crypto.
Compound Finance proposals elicit ‘governance attack’ allegations
Community risk assessors warned against the perceived centralization effort days before the proposal’s passage.
$31M Neiro project on Ethereum ‘is a honeypot’ — Wazz
It’s unclear at this time whether illicit activity has taken place, but a series of red flags has brought the token under scrutiny.
Bitcoin’s price rally to $70K could lure buyers to XRP, KAS, STX and JASMY
Bitcoin remains on target to reach $70,000, and if that happens, XRP, KAS, STX and JASMY could find buyers.
Trump won’t sell US BTC if elected, what about seized assets?
Questions abound concerning the Bitfinex and Silk Road funds if Trump is re-elected.
How high can BTC price go after Trump’s bullish Bitcoin speech?
A Bitcoin analyst predicts the cryptocurrency's price could soar above $800,000 following Trump's promise to integrate it into the US's strategic reserves.
HK police arrest 4, including teen, in HK$11M crypto fraud
The authorities continue to urge the public to remain cautious and verify the legitimacy of financial transactions to avoid falling victim to such elaborate scams.
‘Feels surreal’ — Bitcoin sticks to $68K as market ignores 200K BTC US election pledge
BTC price gains fail to materialize as Donald Trump and others promise to build a giant Bitcoin strategic reserve if elected.
Harris campaign aims to repair Democratic Party ties with crypto sector
As the 2024 election approaches, the interplay between political strategies and industry dynamics will continue to evolve.
Casper Network halts operations following security breach
This incident serves as a reminder of the ever-present need for vigilance and proactive measures in the rapidly evolving world of blockchain technology.
Hong Kong legislator eyes Bitcoin for fiscal reserves
By engaging with stakeholders and focusing on compliance, Wu aims to position Hong Kong as a leader in the adoption of Bitcoin and Web3 technologies.
Swiss regulator FINMA targets stablecoin issuers in new proposal
As stablecoins continue to gain traction globally, regulatory initiatives such as FINMA’s guidance are likely to influence policies in other jurisdictions.
Bitcoin hits 16-month high ‘positive sentiment’ as price sits near $68K
According to Santiment data, the term “Bitcoin” is being used more positively on social media now than at any time in the past 16 months.
AAVE founder issues health warning to crypto founders after undergoing surgery
AAVE founder Stani Kulechov says he “rarely” ever thought about his health while reflecting a day after completing critical surgery.
Trump’s Bitcoin push, spot Ether ETF debut, and more: Hodlers Digest, July 21-27
An asset manager weighs in on Trump’s Bitcoin push, spot Ether ETFs record $107 million on debut day: Hodler’s Digest
Sen. Lummis proposes US government purchase 5% of total Bitcoin supply
The pro-crypto Senator introduced the Bitcoin Reserve Bill while declaring "this is the solution, this is the answer, this is our Louisiana purchase moment, thank you Bitcoin!"
Bitcoin wobbles as Trump delivers pro-crypto conference speech
The 45th president of the United States caused some minor ripples throughout the cryptocurrency market with his speech at Bitcoin 2024.
Trump pledges to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler ‘on day one’ if reelected
The Republican candidate laid out a plan for crypto policies should he win in November against prospective Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris.
Trump to end war on crypto if elected, says US will be 'crypto capital of the world'
The former and prospective United States president made the announcement at the Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville, Tennessee.
Bitcoin Beach co-founder claims Bitcoiners want to move families to El Salvador
The Bitcoin-friendly area of El Salvador has attracted many visitors using crypto, but are people considering moving themselves and their children abroad?
Kamala Harris presents an opportunity for Democrats on crypto, say lawmakers
A letter called for the Democratic National Committee to “include pro-digital asset language” in its platform and for Kamala Harris to consider a pro-crypto running mate.
Cantor Fitzgerald announces $2B Bitcoin financing business
Howard Lutnick and Cantor Fitzgerald brought a reprieve from the day’s politics with a business announcement.