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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Falls to $28K
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for April 21, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
Ukraine plans to adopt EU’s new cryptocurrency regulations
Immediately after passing the European Parliament, Ukrainian authorities announced plans to adopt the EU's MiCA regulations on crypto assets.
Cardano (ADA) Outlook Looks Bullish Despite Recent Drop, Here’s Why
The Bitcoin Culture War Won’t Win Mass Adoption
Prominent Bitcoiners, many of whom advocate “lifestyle maximalism,” may be hurting adoption by leaning in one political direction. This is an opinion editorial by Trey Walsh, the senior director for youth programs at the MassHire Metro North…
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Won't 'Rush' Into Crypto After FTX Write-Off: FT
The $190 billion Canadian pension fund is "still working through what exactly happened there," according to its CEO.
Bank of Russia Has Stockpiled Reserve Comprised of Non-US Sanctioned Assets, Governor States
Unleashing the Green Economy: How Blockchain Can Transform Climate-Friendly Investment Opportunities
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Bitcoin's Dominance Rate Runs Into Familiar Resistance, Hints at 'Altcoin Season' Ahead
Bitcoin's dominance rate is again stuck at 48%, suggesting a potential for "altcoin boom" in weeks ahead.
$190B Ontario pension says no to crypto after FTX investment loss
The pension fund had invested twice in the now-bankrupt crypto exchange, once during the peak of the bull run in 2021 and again in early 2022.
Introducing Worker or Sheikh: A Revolutionary Play-to-Earn Game Powered by Cutting-Edge AI Technologies
PRESS RELEASE. The team behind Worker or Sheikh is excited to announce the launch of their groundbreaking Play-to-Earn game, designed to provide players with an immersive and sustainable gaming experience. With its unique economic model…
OKB Unfazed By Crypto Market Bloodshed With 22% Gain Today
OKB, the native cryptocurrency of the OKX exchange, is defying the odds in the midst of the current crypto market downturn, registering an unexpected surge in price and demand. Despite the latest turbulence in the crypto industry, OKB has managed…
EU Crypto Industry Applauds MiCA – But Looks to What’s Next
A Thursday vote sealed the deal on the long-awaited crypto law, but there’s still plenty of details to settle.
Report: Terraform Labs Co-Founder Do Kwon Charged by Montenegro Prosecutors
Nearly a month after Do Kwon’s arrest by Montenegro law enforcement, local prosecutors have now indicted the co-founder and CEO of Terraform Labs. The decision to indict Kwon is likely to delay attempts to extradite him to South Korea and the…
Abu Dhabi's Financial Free Zone Proposes Legal Framework for Decentralized Economy
The proposals target projects built on distributed ledger technology to provide clarity on governance structures and disclosures.
‘Proof of Reserve’ bill passes in Texas House of Representatives
Digital asset providers would be restricted from comingling customer funds with any other type of operational capital.
Bitcoin price fills CME futures gap but forecasts say $25K may be next
Bitcoin's price risks more downside as $28,000 is now a key level to hold in order to avoid a return to the mid-$20,000s.
Shiba Inu Gets Stuck In Price Range – Will SHIB Break Free?
Shiba Inu (SHIB), the beloved meme-inspired cryptocurrency, is feeling the heat as the entire crypto market bleeds red on April 21. But unlike some of its peers, Shiba Inu seems to be stuck in a price range, leaving investors wondering if…
AXS Nurses Losses as Axie Infinity's $156M Token Unlock Looms
Token unlocks are widely seen as bearish catalysts. However, the latest price drop probably stems from a wider market swoon.
Fugitive Crypto Exchange Founder Faruk Ozer Extradited to Turkey
Albania has extradited the founder of Turkish cryptocurrency exchange Thodex to his home country where he is charged with defrauding investors. The crypto entrepreneur disappeared after his trading platform unexpectedly went offline in the spring…
Bitcoin And Crypto Drop In Danger Zone, What’s Next?
Bitcoin and the broader crypto market have taken harsh losses over the past two days. After the BTC price was still trading above the psychologically important $30,000 price mark on Tuesday, a sharp downward correction followed on Wednesday…
Gemini flags ‘big plans’ for Asia with India hub and regional CEO
The exchange reports its new Indian engineering hub will be second in size behind its hub in the United States.
Michael Schumacher’s family to pursue legal action over AI interview
The rapid development of AI is undoubtedly causing headaches for legislators and court systems globally as they struggle to deal with the technology.
Terawulf Energizes 50 MW at Nuclear-Powered Bitcoin Mining Facility Nautilus
Bitcoin mining company Terawulf has announced the full deployment of its 50-megawatt (MW) stake in the nuclear-powered Nautilus Cryptomine facility. The behind-the-meter bitcoin mining facility is powered by 100% nuclear power and benefits from a…
Over half of Americans fear ‘major impact’ by AI on workers: Survey
More respondents said AI will “hurt” American workers more than it will “help” them over the next 20 years.