Ex-Google exec to bring Web3 to masses as new Aptos Labs adviser
David Lawee, former Google vice president of corporate development, will use his Web2 consumer experience to promote blockchain to the mainstream with Aptos.
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EU Regulator Considers Approving Bitcoin for UCITS Products
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU's financial watchdog, is reviewing whether to allow Bitcoin into the region's €12 trillion mutual fund market.JUST IN: 
EU Securities Authority is exploring adding #Bitcoin and Crypto
EU Securities Authority is exploring adding #Bitcoin and Crypto
Taiwan proposes tougher AML measures for crypto service providers
Taiwan’s Ministry of Justice proposed four amendments to the country’s AML regulations focused on cryptocurrency firms that plan to impose hefty penalties for noncompliance.
First Mover Americas: Crypto Market Slides as Rebound Seen Delayed
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for May 9, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
Trump Attacks Biden’s Crypto Awareness, Says ‘Biden Doesn’t Even Know What It Is’ at NFT Gala
Former U.S. President Donald Trump convened with enthusiasts of his non-fungible tokens (NFT) collection on Wednesday and announced to the audience his decision to accept cryptocurrency for campaign contributions. Trump also shared with the group…
Bitcoin Whales Lose Interest, Is This A Precursor For A Crash To $50,000?
Movement and accumulation from crypto whales are two of the catalysts for Bitcoin price increases. Although major whales are still buying the dip, on-chain data indicates a general waning accumulation momentum which suggests their conviction might…
Genesis Digital Assets to Launch Flare Gas Powered Bitcoin Mining Site in Argentina
Genesis Digital Assets, a leading digital miner, has partnered with YPF Luz, an Argentine power company, to receive power from a flare gas installation to operate a bitcoin mining site in Argentina. The data center facility, in the Bajo del Toro…
How to connect BNB Smart Chain to MetaMask
Learn how to connect the BNB Smart Chain to your MetaMask wallet and access a world of DApps, tokens and DeFi opportunities.
Virtual coaches unite as The Voice enters the metaverse
The Voice debuts its first metaverse gamified experiences that let fans coach singers on virtual stages, win NFTs for their predictions for the real-time show and score exclusive experiences.
VanEck subsidiary’s memecoin index up 137% year-to-date
This represents a 15x increase compared to the S&P 500’s year-to-date returns.
Binance Fired Investigator Who Uncovered Market Manipulation at Client DWF Labs: WSJ
A Binance team found that "VIP" clients – those trading more than $100 million per month – were engaging in pump-and-dump schemes and wash trading, the Wall Street Journal said.
Ghana’s crypto stamps honor king’s Silver Jubilee
Ghana Post launched a crypto stamp collection to showcase its king’s 25-year-long journey of persevering in traditional values and adopting new-age technology.
Binance denies reports of DWF Labs market manipulation
DWF Labs was first hit by market manipulation accusations in September 2023.
Stablecoins on Bitcoin coming soon, suggests Lightning Labs CEO
Elizabeth Stark unpacked the basics of Bitcoin Lightning at FT Live’s Crypto and Digital Assets Summit and teased a new development on Bitcoin’s leading layer 2.
Binance Megadrop vs. Traditional Airdrops: What’s the Difference?
In the world of cryptocurrencies, the allure of obtaining digital assets at no cost is a powerful draw. Airdrops, a concept as intriguing as it sounds, serve as one of the primary methods through which crypto projects distribute their tokens freely…
Starknet to bring on AI agents that can carry out on-chain activity
The Web3 and AI firm Giza plans to bring autonomous bots onto Starknet by the end of June.
EU seeks stakeholder opinions on adding crypto to 12T euro investment market
If approved, the EU’s UCITS funds would make way for crypto assets to gain exposure to a 12 trillion euro investment product market.
Robinhood Delivers Big Earnings Beat Driven by Booming Crypto Trading: Analysts
The positive momentum seen in the first quarter has continued, with the platform taking in a record $5 billion in deposits in April, the analysts said.
Bank of Thailand Tests Potential of a Retail CBDC, the Digital Baht
The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has released a report on its Retail Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) pilot project, conducted using Giesecke+Devrient’s (G+D) technology solution. The project tested the digital version of the Baht and its potential…
Core Scientific Posts $210.7M Profit in Q1 2024, Boosted by Bitcoin Mining Surge
Core Scientific announced a significant recovery in its financial performance for the first quarter of 2024, reporting a net income of $210.7 million, a stark contrast to the net loss of $0.4 million from the same period last year, driven by an…
MicroStrategy’s Saylor Bashes Ethereum (ETH), Cardano (ADA) and Ripple (XRP); Traders See Rollblock (RBLK) as a Safe Bet
The CEO of MicroStrategy, Michael Saylor, recently critiqued Ethereum (ETH), Cardano (ADA) and Ripple (XRP) as he labeled them securities. This brought about a lot of talk among traders as they now look at safer options like Rollblock (RBLK)…
Bitcoin mining difficulty risks biggest dip since 2022 as BTC price eyes $60K
Bitcoin may still be trading above $60,000, but network fundamentals are already showing the strain as BTC price gains fail to materialize.
South Korean convenience store sells Bitcoin-themed ‘meal boxes’
A convenience store in South Korea offers Bitcoin meal boxes in collaboration with the local exchange Bithumb, where customers can win small amounts of Bitcoin with their purchases.
Bitwise Heralds Coinbase (COIN) As The ‘Next Amazon’: Price Targets
In a recently published report by Bitwise, the leading crypto index fund manager, a striking comparison has been drawn between Coinbase and Amazon, highlighting a significant yet under-reported aspect of Coinbase’s business — the Base Layer 2…
Macquarie Bank to Go Cashless as the Banking Sector Shifts to Digital-Only in Australia
Macquarie Bank, one of the largest banks in Australia, will not allow its customers to deposit or withdraw cash or cheques from its office branches starting this month. The move comes as the bank goes cashless, and transitions to digital payments…
VanEck's MarketVector Starts Index to Track the Largest Meme Coins
The index contains a variety of dog-themed coins and other popular meme tokens.
Near Protocol ‘darkness’ and ‘sovereignty’ X posts raise hack suspicion
The unusual messages, including a Morse code video and gothic-font tweets, left the crypto community puzzled. Near Protocol has not yet commented on the incident.
Revolut Launches Stand-Alone Crypto Trading Platform in the UK
Revolut, the London-based fintech firm, has announced the launch of a new product, Revolut X. This stand-alone crypto exchange is specifically designed for professional crypto traders and marks a major step in the company’s expansion into the…
$20 On The Horizon For XRP? Unpacking A Potential 650x Surge And What It Means
Ripples of uncertainty continue to surround XRP, the cryptocurrency created by Ripple Labs. Once a high-flyer, XRP has seen its price plummet amidst a protracted legal battle with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). But even as dark…