Bitcoin payments are being undermined by centralized stablecoins
The dream of a peer-to-peer electronic cash network has been realized… but with centralized stablecoins based on USD, dammit.
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Ethereum NFTs drive weekly volume to $304M, NFT promoters face fraud charges: Nifty Newsletter
Ethereum NFT collections surged, driving weekly sales volumes above $300 million.
Coffee goes onchain as Agridex settles first-ever transaction on Solana
Real-world asset tokenization could become a multitrillion-dollar industry by 2030, according to Boston Consulting Group.
Meme Index ($MEMEX) Launches ICO for First Decentralized Meme Coin Index
New meme coin index project Meme Index ($MEMEX) has launched its highly anticipated ICO, raising over $410,000 within the first few days. 2024 has been a strong year for meme coins – reaching a collective market cap of $137 billion, a 58%…
5 times crypto appeared in pop culture in 2024
Digital currencies took center stage as crypto continued to enter the realm of mainstream entertainment and political parlance.
Crypto Shake-Up: Bitcoin ETFs Plummet as Ether Funds Surge Ahead
On Christmas Eve, the 12 spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced outflows totaling $338.38 million, while the nine spot ether ETFs enjoyed inflows of $53.54 million. Bitcoin ETFs Falter as Ether ETFs Rally in Market Tug-of-War Tuesday…
Bitcoin Is Forming A Symmetrical Triangle – Can BTC Reclaim $100K?
Bitcoin delighted investors with a Christmas Eve surge, climbing from $92,300 to an intraday high of $99,400. The swift rally has reignited bullish sentiment as the price successfully held a critical demand level, signaling strength and positioning…
Six Bitcoin funds set to debut in Israel following regulatory approval
On Dec. 31, Israel’s asset managers will launch six mutual funds tracking Bitcoin’s price movements.
A Very Bitcoin Christmas
Twas the night before Christmas, and all on the chain, Bitcoin was soaring, with no hodler in pain.The bulls had returned, sleighing bears left and right, now six figure Bitcoin was an everyday sight.All miners were buzzing, hash rates on the rise…
Bitget Pumps Another 15.6%, $10 Incoming as Best Wallet Presale Raises $5.5M?
Dogecoin Price Breaks Out Of Symmetrical Triangle Pattern, Analyst Puts Target Above $0.37
A crypto analyst, known as ‘CryptoSanders9563’, disclosed in a report on TradingView that the Dogecoin price has broken out of a symmetrical triangle pattern. This technical pattern, signaling a bullish continuation for Dogecoin, is expected to…
3 Crypto Titans—Blackrock, Grayscale, and Fidelity—Dominate 85% of US Bitcoin ETF Reserves
Eleven months and thirteen days ago, the U.S. welcomed its first spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) into the fold of traditional finance (tradfi). Since their debut, these ETFs have not only broken records but have also amassed more than a…
XRP Jumps 4%, Whale Reacts With $69 Million Coinbase Deposit
On-chain data shows an XRP whale has moved a large amount of the asset to Coinbase following a 4% Christmas rally in its price. XRP Is Up More Than 4% On Christmas Day After a period of struggle in cryptocurrencies across the board, Christmas has…
Russia is free to use Bitcoin in foreign trade, says finance minister
Russia has all legal tools to use digital financial assets and Bitcoin in foreign trade, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said.
Lightchain Presale Skyrockets, Setting New Standards as the Next Ethereum Contender
PRESS RELEASE. The blockchain world is buzzing, and for good reason—Lightchain is making waves as the ultimate Ethereum contender. Powered by cutting-edge technology and unmatched community engagement, the presale for Lightchain’s native…
Reversing the gender gap: Women who kicked ass in crypto in 2024
Crypto markets are booming and the sector is expanding as institutional adoption grows. Several women have been critical in reaching this milestone.
Ether ETFs surpass $2.5B as ETH positions for $3.5K breakout
Ether ETFs surpassed $2.5B in inflows, signaling optimism despite a 10% price drop and resistance at $3,500. Institutions like VanEck predict a $6,000 cycle top for Ether price during 2025.
Solana Sees Consistent Capital Inflows Since 2023 – Liquidity Influx Signals Growth
Solana has staged an impressive recovery, surging over 14% from its recent local lows, showcasing resilience after a period of correction. This renewed momentum has reignited investor optimism, positioning Solana as a standout in the crypto market…
AI has had its Cambrian moment — Blockchain’s is yet to come
AI has experienced its Cambrian explosion, while blockchain technology remains in limbo.
Bitcoin analysts eye recovery to $105k, but ETF flows stagnate
Bitcoin struggles below $100,000 amid holiday illiquidity, but analysts predict a rally above $105,000 post-Christmas, citing macro trends.
Coinbase Dumps Failed Tactics – Crypto Millions Now Flow to Policy Gamechangers
Ethereum Price Prediction: Inverse Head And Shoulders Pattern Says ETH Will Touch $12,000
The Ethereum price is showing signs of a breakout, as an analyst has identified the formation of an inverse head and shoulder pattern on its 6-month long-term price chart. This bullish formation has fueled predictions that Ethereum could rally to…
Turkey introduces stricter crypto AML regulations
The regulation is set for implementation on Feb. 25, 2025, allowing the country’s crypto service providers to halt “risky” crypto transactions with insufficient user information.
Bitcoin coils between key trend lines as $98K boosts 'Kimchi premium'
Bitcoin is becoming a firm "buy" for investors worldwide as bulls retain Christmas Eve gains.
Is it possible to travel the world using only stablecoins?
Explore the potential of traveling the world with stablecoins. Learn about benefits, hurdles and whether crypto can power your next adventure.
Montenegro court rejects Do Kwon’s extradition appeal
Montenegro’s Constitutional Court rejected Do Kwon’s appeal, backing his extradition amid claims by the US and South Korea.
Over 30% of South Koreans invest in crypto assets
South Korea's crypto user base surged to 15.6 million in November, surpassing 30% of the population.
Crypto AI Agent Raises $7.5M in Less Than a Day Before Sudden X Suspension
The agent is part of a Solana project by X user “Skely”, but both the agent’s and Skely’s X accounts have since been suspended for reasons that, at the time of reporting, were still unclear. Investors Flock to Questionable Solana AI-Themed Project
7 Santas, 7 Grinches: The heroes and villains of 2024
From blockchain boosters to crypto critics, 2024 highlighted the champions and adversaries shaping the future of digital assets.
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF sees record outflow as funds bleed $1.5B in 4 days
BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF saw a record outflow on Christmas Eve amid a four-trading day outflow streak from US Bitcoin funds.