Expected Fed Rate Cuts Support Bull Case in Bitcoin, But There Is a Catch
[Jan 4, 2024 3:08 AM] Renewed rate cuts by the Fed have historically presaged recessions and triggered rotation of money out of risk assets.
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'Deniers Are Crypto's Flat Earthers' as Markets Flash 83% Odds of Bitcoin ETF Approval
[Jan 4, 2024 2:52 AM] The popular Polymarket market bet “Bitcoin ETF approved by Jan 15?” has attracted almost $1 million in volume from hundreds of users.
First Ever Bitcoin Duncan Yo-Yo Launches
[Jan 3, 2024 4:00 PM] Today, Collect & HODL Co, a subsidiary of ProSnacktive Sales LLC, in collaboration with the renowned toy company Duncan Toys, has announced the launch of a Limited Edition, first ever Bitcoin-themed Duncan Butterfly XT Yo-yo, per a press…
Mystery Wallet Rockets to Top 10 Bitcoin Holders With 8,888 BTC New Year’s Gain
[Jan 3, 2024 3:30 PM] A bitcoin wallet, believed to be linked to Tether, the leading stablecoin issuer, has ascended to become the tenth largest holder of bitcoin. This elevation occurred after an accrual of 8,888 bitcoin from Bitfinex as the year concluded. Presently…
The Protocol: Is Solana's Rebound The Real Thing?
[Jan 3, 2024 1:00 PM] Solana has been one of the biggest gainers of the latest crypto cycle, with a handful of airdrops and meme tokens accelerating big boosts in the price of SOL. Also, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has released an updated roadmap for the…
Goldman Sachs Wants Role as Authorized Participant for BlackRock & Grayscale's Spot Bitcoin ETF
[Jan 3, 2024 12:17 PM] Financial giant Goldman Sachs is in advanced discussions to secure a pivotal role as an authorized participant (AP) for the proposed spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF) from BlackRock and Grayscale Investments, CoinDesk reported.According…
Goldman Sachs Eyeing Bitcoin ETF Role Via BlackRock and Grayscale: Sources
[Jan 3, 2024 11:48 AM] Goldman Sachs is in talks to play the key role of being an "authorized participant" for BlackRock and Grayscale's bitcoin ETFs, if the SEC approves them, according to people familiar with the situation.
SEC To Finalize Comments On Spot Bitcoin ETFs With Stock Exchanges Today
[Jan 3, 2024 10:21 AM] The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is holding meetings with leading stock exchanges to conclude discussions and gather final comments on the much-anticipated Spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), according to Eleanor…
USDC Stablecoin Momentarily Depegs to $0.74 on Binance
[Jan 3, 2024 9:29 AM] Circle's USDC stablecoin spiked down to as low as $0.74 on three occasions today following a marketwide sell-off spurred by a report casting doubt over whether a spot bitcoin ETF will be approved this month.
ENS Token Jumps 50% as Vitalik Buterin Hails It as 'Super Important'
[Jan 3, 2024 8:55 AM] ENS, the governance token of the Ethereum Name Service project, surged after Ethereum cofounder Buterin posted on X that the service is "super important."
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin's Strong Start to January May Falter
[Jan 3, 2024 7:42 AM] The latest price moves in bitcoin [BTC] and crypto markets in context for Jan. 3, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
Bitcoin Spot ETF Proposals to Be Rejected by SEC: Matrixport
[Jan 3, 2024 6:53 AM] "SEC Chair Gensler is not embracing crypto in the U.S., and it might even be a very long shot to expect that he would vote to approve bitcoin spot ETFs," Matrixport said.
Bitcoin Slumps as $400M Liquidated in Two Hours
[Jan 3, 2024 6:41 AM] Bitcoin slid 8% from a 20-month high on Wednesday as jitters around the anticipated approval of a spot BTC ETF began to enter the market.
BRC-20 Marketplace, Creator Take Opposing Positions on Proposed Network Upgrade
[Jan 3, 2024 4:56 AM] BRC-20 marketplace UniSat said it would follow a proposed fork in the network's token standard, which was met with opposition from Domo, the pseudonymous creator of BRC-20.
Arbitrum Token Sets Record High as Value Locked Crosses $2.5B
[Jan 3, 2024 4:17 AM] Transaction volumes on the network overtook those for Solana-based applications, which boomed after a meme coin-led frenzy in December.
EU Banking Watchdog to Deepen Probe of Links Between Banks, Crypto Entities: FT
[Jan 3, 2024 2:57 AM] The European Banking Authority (EBA) will take additional steps to anticipate how strains in non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs), including cryptocurrency-related entities, will affect banks.
Ordinals Founder Casey Rodarmor Warns Bitcoin Maxis That ‘Whining’ Makes Them ‘Look Weak’
Michael Saylor Commences Plan to Sell $216M Worth of MicroStrategy Stock Options
[Jan 2, 2024 6:03 PM] Saylor said in an earlier earnings call that he will use the proceedings to meet personal obligations and buy additional bitcoin to his personal account.
Coinbase Buckles 10% as Crypto Stocks Falter Despite Bitcoin Topping $45K
[Jan 2, 2024 3:53 PM] The decline happened as bitcoin spiked above $45,000 during the day as traders anticipate an imminent spot BTC ETF decision in the U.S.
Steamboat Willie’s Mickey Mouse Goes NFT After Entering Public Domain
[Jan 2, 2024 3:30 PM] One of the first depictions of the Mickey Mouse character has finally entered the public domain, and it is now immortalized in a non-fungible token collection. A limited edition of 2,000 NFTs featuring the famous mouse in one of its first animated…
Jim Cramer Capitulates on Bitcoin: 'Technological Marvel … It's Here to Stay'
[Jan 2, 2024 12:14 PM] The Mad Money Host three months ago was highly bearish on the world's largest cryptocurrency.
Jupiter Targets JUP Airdrop for End of January
[Jan 2, 2024 11:06 AM] The Solana-based trading aggregator will test the longevity of the Solana frenzy.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Tops $45K for First Time in 21 Months
[Jan 2, 2024 7:01 AM] The latest price moves in bitcoin [BTC] and crypto markets in context for Jan. 2, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
Orbit Chain Loses $81M in Cross-Chain Bridge Exploit
[Jan 2, 2024 6:39 AM] Orbit Chain, a platform that interacts and transacts with various blockchains, has lost $81 million after hackers exploited the platform's cross-chain bridge.
Polymarket Traders See 89% Chance of SEC Approving Spot BTC ETF by Jan. 15
[Jan 2, 2024 6:27 AM] Some investors have bought the "No side shares" of the prediction contract to hedge against potential delays in the SEC's approval of spot ETFs.
Spirit of Satoshi Releases Its First Annual Bitcoin and AI Industry Report
[Jan 2, 2024 6:00 AM] In an culmination of efforts at the intersection of Bitcoin and Artificial Intelligence (AI), the "Nexus - Bitcoin & AI Industry Report" has been unveiled by Spirit of Satoshi, the world's first Bitcoin centric AI, highlighting significant…
Orbit Bridge Hack Confirmed, Over $81.5 Million Lost in Cryptocurrency Assets
[Jan 2, 2024 4:30 AM] Orbit Bridge, an inter-blockchain bridging protocol, has confirmed that it was recently exploited, losing over $81.5 million in several assets, including USDT, DAI, USDC, WBTC, and ETH. Orbit Chain is trying to communicate with the group…
Bitcoin-Related Companies Show Pre-Market Gains as BTC Nears $46K
[Jan 2, 2024 4:29 AM] U.S.-listed companies rode bitcoin's bullish momentum to show significant gains in pre-market trading, including COIN, MSTR, MARA and RIOT.
Sei Network Emerges as Latest Crypto Favorite; Meme Coin SEIYAN Leads Bets
[Jan 2, 2024 3:41 AM] Meme coin SEIYAN – apparently a cult term for holders of the SEI token – has gained 400% in the past week, serving as a proxy for the growth of the broader Sei ecosystem.
Wild Trading Session Sees Tellor’s TRB Token Slide From $720 to $180 in Hours
[Jan 2, 2024 1:52 AM] Futures tracking the lesser-known token saw $68 million evaporate in leveraged bets in a 24-hour period.