Meta is testing the use of facial recognition to fight deepfake celeb ads
Meta will test the facial recognition technology from 50,000 celebrities and public figures to curtail the “celeb-bait” scams.
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Wazirx Security Breach: Liminal’s Analysis Points to Deeper Issues
Liminal Custody has released an update addressing the allegations and misinformation surrounding the Wazirx security breach. The company clarified that while Wazirx blamed it for the incident, the exchange continued using Liminal’s infrastructure…
Ethereum blob fees soar: What does it mean for L2s?
Ethereum blob fees briefly surged to a price of $4.52 spurred by a frenzy of Scroll airdrop claims.
Dogecoin Rockets 30% In A Week, Sparking Hype For Uptober Rally
At press time, Dogecoin was found to have gained significantly as it jumped to $0.141556 following a 1.77% growth that occurred within the last 24 hours. In a week, the meme coin has gone pretty high at a 30% increase which propelled its 24-hour…
BRICS Nations in ‘Intense Discussions’ to Develop Common Payment System
BRICS nations are actively discussing the development of a common payment system and the use of national currencies for trade, with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirming that intense talks have been underway. Studies and research have…
Coinbase CEO, Elon Musk Back Pro-Crypto Senate Challenger Against Elizabeth Warren
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and Tesla CEO Elon Musk have voiced their support for pro-crypto Senate candidate John Deaton in his race against Elizabeth Warren. Armstrong warned that Warren, a vocal crypto critic, has pushed harmful regulations and…
Tesla likely still owns $780M in Bitcoin despite recent shuffle: Arkham
Tesla’s massive Bitcoin transfers initially sparked fears of a market dump, but Arkham's data suggests the assets are still under the firm's control.
Ethereum Price Breaks Out Of Symmetrical Triangle, Next Stop $3,400?
The Ethereum price has just broken out of a key symmetrical triangle pattern, signaling a potential surge to new levels above $3,000. The recent breakout is seen as a bullish indicator for the top altcoin by analysts who have closely watched the…
SEC’s Crypto Crackdown Questioned — Will Clear Guidance Finally Emerge?
The enforcement-heavy approach of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to crypto regulation is stifling innovation and leaving the market without clear standards, an SEC commissioner has warned. Criticizing the reliance on litigation…
53% Of Binance Traders Are Shorting Bitcoin – What Does This Mean For Price Action?
After several weeks of sustained upward momentum, Bitcoin is currently holding above $66,000. The price has recently encountered resistance at the crucial $69,000 level, which is expected to take time and significant liquidity to overcome. Key…
Coinshares Opens New York Office Amid Ambitious US Expansion Plans
Coinshares International has opened an office in New York City, marking a key step in its strategy to expand in the United States. The company aims to bolster its presence in the U.S. financial market through this move and recent acquisitions…
Komainu targets Singapore custodian Propine for first acquisition
The acquisition of its competitor will net Komainu a Singapore Capital Markets Services License and hope for a Major Payment Institution license in the future.
‘All Roads Lead to Inflation’ — Why Legendary Investor Paul Tudor Jones Is Betting on Bitcoin
Aurum Equity Partners launches tokenized fund worth $1B
The tokenized fund will invest in data centers in the United States, the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, India, and Europe.
Solana’s Bullish Comeback Sparks Buzz With 2,500% Surge Projection
Is Solana crypto ripe for a possible huge price rally? Some market analysts believe it does, seeing that the crypto is moving in a favorable pattern. Investors and traders are now paying attention to Solana after an impressive comeback, allowing…
Prediction Markets Are Pricing In A Trump Victory. This Is Good For Bitcoin
Follow Nikolaus On X Here Earlier today, Vivek discussed why he thinks crypto native Polymarket, the world’s largest prediction market, is biased towards Trump in this upcoming U.S. presidential election. While it is plausible given the arguments…
Judge delays sentencing of IcomTech promoter to allow testimony
Gustavo Rodriguez, who was initially scheduled to be sentenced following his conviction for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, will testify under oath on Oct. 25.
Metallicus secures FedNow transaction certification
The partnership was originally announced in mid-2023 ahead of the launch of FedNow.
Inside DMG Blockchain’s Plan for Canada’s First Indigenous-Led AI Data Centers
The bitcoin mining company and vertically integrated blockchain firm DMG Blockchain Solutions has announced a partnership with Malahat Nation to develop Canada’s first Indigenous-led artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. The project, designed…
International agencies report on tokenization to G20 officials
The Bank for International Settlements and the Financial Stability Board have similar views on tokenization — it could provide new benefits and familiar challenges.
A Major Improvement to Bitcoin Cash Will Smash Developer Bottlenecks
Andrei Terentiev, CTO of Bitcoin.com, explains why Bitcoin.com has thrown its full support behind Bitcoin Cash Improvement Proposal 2021-05. CHIP-2021-05 Gains Bitcoin.com’s Support With Promise Of A New Era for Bitcoin Cash Smart Contracts…
Bitcoin Cup And Handle Cascade: Analyst Says BTC Price Could Reach $230,000 If It Follows This Structural Path
A crypto analyst has projected a significant break to the upside for Bitcoin, drawing parallels to similar breakouts in traditional assets in the tune of the Gold and the S&P500. According to a technical analysis of the current price action…
Bitcoin price will benefit from rising hashrate, US inflation fears and crypto-friendly presidency
Bitcoin’s upcoming price recovery will be driven by a handful of unique factors.
Andy Barr's 'Vision' for House Financial Services
Congressman Andy Barr (R-Ky.) is one of the lawmakers running to succeed U.S. House Financial Services Committee Chair Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) as the head of the Republican wing of the committee, which oversees regulators like the Securities and…
SEC Chair wishes Bitcoin a ‘sweet sixteen’ for white paper anniversary
In an interview with Bloomberg, Gary Gensler suggested he had no plans to alter the SEC’s course on its “regulation by enforcement” approach to crypto.
A Spoonful of Bitcoin: How Mary Poppins Awakens Us to Financial Sovereignty
Follow Mark on X. In the heart of London, amidst the smog and the burgeoning industrial age, a story unfolds that is as relevant today as it was over half a century ago. Mary Poppins, a tale woven with magic, whimsy, and a touch of surrealism…
Sky’s Rune Christensen Reveals Star Allocation Proposal—and Possibly a Return to the Old Maker Name
Rune Christensen, founder of Makerdao, has outlined a comprehensive plan for the future of the decentralized finance (defi) ecosystem, highlighting the success of the USDS stablecoin and introducing the Star Allocation System Framework. A key…
Paul Tudor Jones says 'all roads lead to inflation,' long Bitcoin
The hedge fund veteran also suggests holding gold, commodities, and technology stocks.
Buenos Aires rolls out blockchain-based ID for 3.6M residents
Residents of the Argentine capital now have access to decentralized digital IDs on their mobile devices, powered by the scaling protocol ZKsync Era.
Bitcoin options traders say $80K is a given as Trump victory odds spike
Bitcoin’s brief rally to $69,000 maybe have been “driven by speculation” for a Trump victory. Meanwhile, BTC options traders say $80,000 is programmed.