Forbes launches NFT-gated member community with OKX wallet
Forbes partners with OKX Wallet for fast-track access to its NFT-gated member community, offering exclusive access to high-profile events and the Forbes Inner Circle.
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MATIC: Market Dip Translates To 18% Losses Despite Network Upgrade – Details
Although the market downturn has somewhat slowed, the effects are still amplified within the altcoin market. MATIC, Polygon’s native token, has suffered greatly from the recent bearish market sentiment that spread within the past couple of days. …
The New Mission Critical Facilities: Bitcoin Mining Farms
Life embodies evolution, change, adaptation, and the willingness to thrive. Throughout history, we have experienced numerous changes that have forced society to evolve, adapt, and grow. From the inception of trading to the COVID-19 pandemic and…
Hashing It Out: Traveling across the multichain world
In this episode of Cointelegraph’s Hashing It Out podcast, host Elisha Owusu Akyaw explores cross-chain protocols and multichain ecosystems with Keer Lau, ecosystem growth lead at Orbiter Finance.
Australian Spot Bitcoin ETF Keeps on Buying
Australia's two spot Bitcoin ETFs—the VanEck Bitcoin ETF and Monochrome's IBTC—have steadily accumulated Bitcoin holdings since launching earlier this year. The sustained inflows highlight growing Bitcoin demand in the region.The VanEck Bitcoin ETF…
TeraWulf launches new Bitcoin mining facility, eyes major tech partnership
TeraWulf claims to be the most profitable miner on a per-share basis, with an average production cost of $40,000 per Bitcoin.
Bitcoin’s Latest Difficulty Rise Challenges Miners Already Facing Revenue Slump
On Aug. 28, Bitcoin’s mining difficulty bumped up by 2.99% at block height 858,816, pushing the metric from 86.87 trillion to a hefty 89.47 trillion. This tweak adds a bit more challenge for bitcoin miners, especially with hashprice values…
CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: UNI and ICP Lead Gains as Index Climbs 1.1%
Uniswap gained 3.4% and Internet Computer rose 2.8% in overnight trading.
Leading Bitcoin Miner GDA Plans Mining Expansion to 400 MV Leveraging Renewables
Genesis Digital Assets (GDA), one of the world's largest Bitcoin mining companies, has announced plans to expand its recently launched Texas data centre to 400 megawatts. The ambitious phase two scaling highlights GDA's commitment to Texas as a…
Io.net partners to launch world-first proof-of-AI
io.net collaborates with FLock.io to introduce PoAI, a consensus mechanism designed to ensure integrity and scalability in decentralized AI networks.
Navigating the Web3 Gaming Frontier: Insights From Ilya Abugov of Sanctor Capital
Sanctor Capital is a sanctuary where bright minds can find the support they need to maximize their impact on the industry. They have a long successful track record of guiding early-stage projects to Web3 market success. Ilya Abugov is a Partner at…
Crypto hackers surpass $1.2 billion stolen in 2024: Immunefi
Crypto hackers have stolen over 15.5% more in 2024 so far compared to the same period last year.
Trump's 4th NFT collection sees $2.2M in sales
Donald Trump’s latest NFT collection sparked criticism, with some describing the former president’s crypto push as a “grift.”
Has Telegram violated EU laws, and why has its founder been charged in France?
As Telegram CEO and founder Pavel Durov is now released on a $5.6 million bail, France, as an EU member state, continues working on the case.
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway crosses $1T — nears entire Bitcoin market
Buffett's profits this year is almost the same as what an average Bitcoin trader has generated in 2024.
Millions lost as Mbappé’s hacked account promotes $460M crypto scam
One trader lost over $1 million within an hour, not realizing that the Real Madrid footballer’s account was hacked before endorsing the scam token.
Dogwifhat On The Edge: Can WIF Hold Above $1.47 As Bears Close In?
Dogwifhat (WIF) is at a critical juncture as the price hovers around the $1.47 support level, with bearish pressure mounting. After a period of relative stability, the cryptocurrency is now under threat from renewed selling momentum that could push…
First Mover Americas: BTC Regains $60K Following Slide This Week
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Aug. 29 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
Scammers ditch ‘elaborate’ crypto Ponzis for pig butchering: Chainalysis
The lifespan of scams is getting shorter as cybercriminals change tactics and target individuals on social media.
'Pig Butchering' Scams Remain Dangerous Threat in Crypto Markets, Chainalysis Report Says
While other types of illicit activity are growing, scams are the biggest issue, Wednesday's report from the analytics firm said.
California lawmakers push through controversial AI bill opposed by OpenAI
California lawmakers advance a controversial AI safety bill, SB 1047, despite pushback from major tech companies and now awaits full approval of Governor Gavin Newsom.
NFTs can be securities but SEC Wells notice to OpenSea ‘not productive’ — Lawyer
Atlas Development chief legal officer Oscar Franklin Tan stated that the Wells notice “does everything except provide us with clear rules to follow.”
Hong Kong Regulator Launches Sandbox to Test Tokenized Asset Transactions
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has launched a sandbox to test the use of tokenized assets in real-world scenarios. The sandbox aims to promote interbank settlement using tokenized currency and central bank digital currencies. The HKMA will…
Banks Using Permissionless Blockchains for Transactions Face Multiple Risks: BIS
Banks that transact on permissionless blockchains face multiple risks, including money laundering and terrorism financing, the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision said.
B2BROKER’s B2COPY Fully Integrates With Spotware’s cTrader
B2BROKER, a developer of the advanced copy trading platform B2COPY, has recently integrated its B2COPY platform with Spotware’s cTrader, the premium and first Open Trading Platform
. This integration enables cTrader’s brokers and traders to…
. This integration enables cTrader’s brokers and traders to…
Chainlink (LINK) Could Drop To $8 If It Loses Current Support: On-Chain Data Reveals
Chainlink (LINK) has faced significant volatility this week. Its price dropped over 13% from Monday’s high, bringing LINK to a critical support level of around $11.20. Traders and investors are closely monitoring this crucial area. The…
Oasys partners with financial giant to boost Web3 gaming in Japan
The partnership strengthens SBI’s position in the Web3 gaming sector while enhancing Oasys’ token liquidity.
Cash-to-Crypto Industry Dominated by ATMs Is a Law-Enforcement Concern: TRM Labs
Since 2019, the cash-to-crypto industry—which is dominated by crypto ATMs—has processed at least $160 million in illicit volumes, according to a new study by blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs.
Fully Onchain AI Model Deployed on Internet Computer (ICP) Blockchain
Decideai, a Web3 company focused on creating artificial intelligence (AI)-based large language models (LLMs), has deployed its GPT-2 LLM fully onchain via the Internet Computer (ICP) blockchain. This development leverages ICP’s capabilities to…
$3K Ethereum price breakout likely delayed until October
The Ether price must still overcome the key $2,700 resistance before positioning for a breakout above $3,000 in Q4 2024.