Malaysian kidnappers abducted Chinese man for $1M USDT: Report
Six Malaysian nationals, including a couple, have been charged with kidnapping a Chinese citizen and demanding a ransom of $1 million in USDT.
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Bitcoin Mining Was Less Profitable in July Than June, Jefferies Says
August will be a more difficult month for the miners as the price of bitcoin has dropped about 5% while the network hashrate has started to grow again, the report said.
Bitcoin sell pressure may break $56K support as options expiry looms
The Bitcoin price could experience significant downside volatility unless it manages to recover above $60,000 before the options expire on Aug. 16.
Coinbase Hints at the Launch of Its Wrapped Bitcoin Alternative on Base
Coinbase, one of the largest U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchanges, has hinted at the launch of its own wrapped bitcoin alternative, cbbtc. On X, Coinbase posted the currency name, followed by another post stating that it was coming soon. Jesse…
Binance Completes Registration With India's Financial Intelligence Unit Months After Being Fined
The registration was provisionally approved in June, subject to the crypto exchange paying a fine of about $2.2 million.
Historical Study Predicts Bitcoin To Hit $164,000—Here’s When
Bitcoin has continued to see a blend of bulls and bears without any major high achieved since its renewed peak above $73,000 in March. So far, the asset has ranged below $60,000 in the past week, as it appears to face resistance whenever it reaches…
Marathon Digital Holdings Buys $249 Million Worth of Bitcoin
Marathon Digital Holdings, one of the largest publicly traded Bitcoin miners, purchased $249 million more worth of Bitcoin. This latest acquisition expands Marathon's corporate bitcoin treasury to over 25,000 BTC.JUST IN: 
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Nigeria Blocks Jailed Binance Executive Tigran Gambaryan’s Legal Team
Jailed Binance employee and an American citizen, Tigran Gambaryan, is reportedly experiencing severe health issues. Since a Nigerian court adjourned his hearing to October 11, his detention conditions have worsened, and his legal team has been…
US gov’t Bitcoin sale ‘doesn’t affect anything’ as analyst blames bears
Governments divesting themselves of their BTC is a non-event, but Bitcoin bears make sure that the market feels the heat regardless, analysis says.
BitGo Reiterates Autonomy From Justin Sun, Tron as MakerDAO Decides to Dump WBTC
Critics of Sun's involvement don't understand the operational mechanics, the crypto custodian's CEO, Mike Belshe, said during an X Space discussion.
Bitcoin Drops to $58K After U.S. CPI Print, BTC ETFs Record $81M Outflow
Traders say bitcoin could drop to $55,000 in the near-term, but favorable Fed policies could set the stage for its next leg up.
Solana At A Crux: Will SOL Crash To $120 Accelerated By These Factors?
Solana remains one of the top-performing crypto assets over the past year. Even though there is a retracement from the 2024 highs, the coin is still multiples higher than the 2022 lows. Traders are upbeat about what lies ahead, with some convinced…
Nigerian crypto wallets tied to protests evade government freeze efforts
The discrepancies between the government’s claims and the blockchain data highlight the tense dynamic between digital finance and state authorities.
Binance returns to India as registered crypto exchange following 7-month ban
Binance returns to India after registering with the FIU-IND, marking its 19th global regulatory milestone.
Memecoin ‘mastermind’ Sahil likely made $3M from ‘Celeb meta’ — ZachXBT
Sahil Arora is estimated to have netted around $3 million dollars this year for his efforts in launching memecoins with celebrities.
California AI bill aimed at preventing disasters draws ire from Silicon Valley
Crypto VC giant a16z claims the AI legislation will “burden startups because of its arbitrary and shifting thresholds.”
Pro-Crypto Fairshake PAC Funds Democrats in Key Senate Races
A pro-cryptocurrency political group, Fairshake PAC, has invested millions in supporting Democratic Senate candidates in Michigan and Arizona against former President Donald Trump-endorsed Republicans, causing tension within the GOP. Fairshake PAC…
Tokenized US Treasurys expected to surpass $3B by end of 2024
Increased crypto adoption and high treasury yields could push tokenized US Treasurys toward a $3 billion market cap by the end of 2024.
Solana Whale Sell-Offs Threaten $1,000 Dream, But Fundamentals Remain Strong
A Solana (SOL) whale has been offloading a significant amount of its holdings for a while, a move that could significantly impact Solana’s price and the projected move to $1,000. Solana’s fundamentals remain strong amid these sell-offs, suggesting…
Protocol Village: Solana Restaking Protocol Solayer Hits Mainnet, Wormhole Rolls Out 'Era3' Roadmap
The latest in blockchain tech upgrades, funding announcements and deals. For the period of Aug. 15-21, 2024.
Boomer says ETH fundamentals at all-time high, price is ‘lagging’
Ether’s current price doesn’t reflect the true performance of the network’s fundamentals in recent times, according to an investment manager.
Iran is giving $24 to anyone who dobs in illegal crypto miners
The boss of Iran’s state-run electricity company said some had exploited subsidized electricity to run crypto mining operations, straining the power grid.
Tron Price Outshines Bitcoin: Can TRX Keep Momentum and Rise?
Tron price is rising from the $0.1250 zone against the US Dollar. TRX is outperforming Bitcoin and could rise further above $0.1320. Tron is moving higher above the $0.1280 resistance level against the US dollar. The price is trading above $0.130…
Unveiling The Strategic Advantages Of A Bitcoin Reserve For The US Economy
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the idea of the United States government establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve is gaining momentum. This potential policy shift has been championed by former President Donald Trump and pro-crypto…
Two-thirds of institutional Bitcoin ETF holders held or bought more in Q2
Over 44% of asset managers increased their Bitcoin ETF holdings, while 22% held their position, which was a “pretty good result,” according to Bitwise’s investment chief.
Crypto influencers on notice after FTC bans fake likes and followers
New rules from the FTC mean crypto influencers will face stiff fines for fake followers and likes, while celebrity testimonials are also in the firing line.
XRP Price On The Edge: Can It Survive and Start Fresh Increase
XRP price failed to climb above the $0.5850 resistance zone. The price dipped and now shows a few bearish signs below the $0.5750 level. XRP price is struggling to climb above the $0.5850 level. The price is now trading below $0.5750 and the…
Fed rate cuts are not a sure thing — What does this mean for Bitcoin?
A portfolio manager says market participants are a bit too optimistic about an aggressive Federal Reserve interest rate cut, which could pose risks.
China-Russia International Trade Payments Situation Worsens: Crypto and Barter Rise as Alternatives
Chinese regional banks, which were once used as bridges to process payments from Russia to China, have begun rejecting these payments for fear of secondary sanctions. To facilitate these transactions, cryptocurrency and even barter schemes have…
This Is The On-Chain Level That Made The Bitcoin Crash Bottom
On-chain data suggests the Bitcoin price found its bottom following the recent crash around this important investor cost basis level. Bitcoin Found Its Bottom Near Active Investor’s Cost Basis According to the latest weekly report from…