CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: RNDR Bounces 14.2%, Leading Index Higher
CoinDesk 20 sees a broad rally, with RNDR up 14.2% and SOL up 8.3%.
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Japanese firm Metaplanet to invest $58.76M in Bitcoin
Metaplanet Inc. allocates 8.5 billion yen for Bitcoin, enhancing its crypto treasury amid Japan’s market volatility.
Helium (HNT) Stays Afloat With 31% Gains Amid Crypto Market Mayhem
After the market’s extreme overreaction yesterday, Helium, and the entire crypto market, booms in value. According to the latest market data, HNT rocketed up by 31% in the past 24 hours representing a strong flip from bearish to bullish. Helium’s…
Metaplanet To Raise $70 Million To Buy More Bitcoin
Metaplanet, a publicly listed Japanese company, has announced plans to raise up to ¥10.08 billion ($70 million) through a gratis allotment of stock acquisition rights to existing shareholders. The majority of funds raised will be used to purchase…
Trump-Themed ‘DJT’ Token, Issued by Martin Shkreli, Suddenly Dives 90%
A single wallet sold $2 million worth of the token earlier Tuesday, causing market capitalization to fall from $55 million to as low as $2 million almost instantly.
Kamala Harris chooses Minnesota Gov. Walz as US presidential running mate
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has previously advocated for more stringent crypto regulations to ensure the stability of the legacy financial system.
3 Reasons Why Solana (SOL) Whale Joins New Cryptocurrency Priced $0.00107
Solana (SOL) whales are making waves by investing in a new and exciting token—Mpeppe (MPEPE). Currently priced at $0.00107, Mpeppe (MPEPE) is catching the attention of high-profile investors and traders within the Solana (SOL) community…
Solana (SOL) Drops 27.4% As Solana (SOL) Memecoin Rival Gains 310% In Weeks
The cryptocurrency market is in a state of flux as Solana (SOL) experiences a significant drop of 27.4%, while a new memecoin rival, Mpeppe (MPEPE), has seen an extraordinary gain of 310% in just a few weeks. This stark contrast highlights the…
3 Reasons Ethereum (ETH) Investors Are Buying Mpeppe (MPEPE) Over ETH ETF
As Ethereum (ETH) continues to shape the cryptocurrency landscape, a new player is emerging that’s catching the attention of seasoned investors. Mpeppe (MPEPE), a groundbreaking meme cryptocurrency, is drawing significant interest from those who…
Pepecoin, Mpeppe & Brett (BRETT): 3 Reasons These Cryptocurrencies Will Make Millionaires
Investors are constantly on the lookout for the next big opportunity. Among the myriad of digital assets available, Pepecoin (PEPE), Mpeppe (MPEPE), and Brett (BRETT) are emerging as intriguing contenders that could potentially generate significant…
Ethereum (ETH) Whales Dive Into Mpeppe (MPEPE) Ecosystem Utility On ETH Blockchain
Ethereum (ETH) whales are setting their sights on an emerging star: Mpeppe (MPEPE). As Ethereum (ETH) continues to underpin a myriad of innovative projects, Mpeppe (MPEPE) is carving out its niche by offering a unique blend of blockchain…
Transak becomes first US crypto on-ramp to enable wire transfers
Wire transfers in the world’s largest economy could attract more high-net-worth individuals to crypto.
Crypto Bank Anchorage Adds Custody for Solana-Based Tokens
Anchorage began adding custody support for Solana-based tokens in 2022 and only added staking support last year
US ETH ETFs Draw $48.73M on Monday; Grayscale’s $46.84M Outflow Dampens Impact
On Monday, U.S. spot ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded their second-highest inflows since their inception. Approximately $48.73 million was added, yet the nine funds collectively remain in the red, with a deficit of $461.98 million…
Coffeezilla says ‘groundless’ Logan Paul lawsuit aims to ‘crush new investigations’
Coffeezilla believes the lawsuit aims to “crush new investigations while taking revenge for the old ones.”
First Mover Americas: Crypto Rebounds From Monday's Chaos
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Aug. 6, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
Bitcoin Rebounds Past $56,000, Ethereum Over $2,500: Key Factors
Ronin Bridge Paused, Restarted After $12M Drained in Whitehat Hack
“The bridge currently secures over $850M which is safe,” co-founder @Psycheout86 said in an X post.
Egyptian AI Startup Gets $2M for GCC, Africa Expansion
Egyptian artificial intelligence firm Synapse Analytics has secured $2 million to expand into the Gulf Cooperation Council region and Africa. The company has partnered with major banking product providers such as AWS, Crealogix, and TUMM. Using AI…
Cointelegraph and CryptoQuant Research Reveal TRON’s Inelastic Activity, Maintaining Stability
Ronin Network exploited for $9.8M in ETH, white hat hacker suspected
If the exploit occurred due to a white hat hacker, the funds could soon be returned to the blockchain.
Dogecoin Open Interest Sees Sharp 24% Drop, Where Does Price Go From Here?
The total open interest of any asset can help to narrow down what traders are doing when it comes to a coin, and Dogecoin is no different. As with any metric, a rise or fall within a period of time can be significant as traders choose to take or…
Euro stablecoin market surges under MiCA
French and Irish fintech companies have partnered to introduce a euro-backed stablecoin. The coin will launch on the Stellar blockchain a month after MiCA stablecoin laws came into force.
Robinhood suspends 24-hour trades for 8 hours
Robinhood’s 24-hour execution venue, Blue Ocean ATS, has its own risk controls to prevent stocks from trading more than 20%.
Ethical hackers share tips on how to protect your crypto
Ethical hackers said that scammers using a fake site called Meetly.gg have rebranded it into Meeten.gg and are preparing to strike again.
Financial Analyst States Bitcoin Is ‘Not a Hedge Against Anything’
Semler Scientific Buys Another $6 Million Worth of Bitcoin
Semler Scientific, a public medical technology company, announced it had purchased an additional $6 million worth of Bitcoin. This latest purchase brings its total Bitcoin holdings to 929 BTC, worth $63 million.JUST IN: 
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Bitcoin's Death Cross Is Looming Again
The death cross is known to cause catastrophizing among inexperienced investors. But it's an unreliable indicator.
Bitcoin speculators realize $850M losses in sub-$50K BTC price dump
Bitcoin short-term holders sell BTC at a loss to an extent rarely seen in history — but “diamond hands” contribute just $600,000.
$510B crypto sell-off wipes 2024 gains for top 50 coins
Memecoins like PEPE and WIF saw the biggest loss after the $510 billion crypto market sell-off.