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Solana-Based RWA Platform AgriDex Taps Stripe's Bridge to Lower Cost for Agricultural Trade Settlements

[Oct 29, 2024 3:02 PM] AgriDex is an example of how stablecoins are being increasingly used as a payment vehicle in emerging regions as a cheaper alternative for traditional banking rails.

Crypto Stocks MicroStrategy, Coinbase and Marathon Post Just Modest Gains as Bitcoin Eyes Record High

[Oct 29, 2024 3:02 PM] A notable outperformer was bitcoin miner Bitfarms, which nominated a new board member amid its proxy battle with Riot Platforms.

Bitcoin Miner HIVE Poised to Double Its Hashrate by Next Year, Cantor Says Initiating Stock at 'Overweight'

[Oct 29, 2024 2:45 PM] The broker initiated coverage of HIVE with an overweight rating and $9 price target.

Consensys Cuts 20% Workforce, Blames SEC’s ‘Abuse Of Power’

[Oct 29, 2024 1:56 PM] “Multiple cases with the SEC, including ours, represent meaningful jobs and productive investment lost due to the SEC’s abuse of power and Congress’s inability to rectify the problem,” founder and CEO Joe Lubin said in a blog post.

Kraken Picked Optimism's 'Superchain' After Getting a Pile of OP Tokens

[Oct 29, 2024 1:45 PM] Crypto exchange Kraken announced last week that it will build a layer-2 network atop Optimism's OP Stack blockchain framework. CoinDesk is first to report that the deal was reached early this year, involving a grant of 25 million OP tokens, at the…

Binance Unveils 'Binance Wealth' for Elite Customers

[Oct 29, 2024 1:30 PM] The service is offered through the global Binance.com platform meaning there are restrictions for some jurisdictions, such as the U.S.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: APT Surges 10.9% as All Index Constituents Trade Higher

[Oct 29, 2024 1:26 PM] NEAR Protocol also joined Aptos as a top performer, gaining 5.8%.

Stacks, Prominent Bitcoin Layer-2 Project, Activates Long-Awaited 'Nakamoto' Upgrade

[Oct 29, 2024 1:17 PM]

First Mover Americas: BTC Jumps Above $71K, DOGE Leads Market Surge

[Oct 29, 2024 12:13 PM] The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for MONTH XX, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

Here Are 3 Reasons Why Bitcoin Open Interest Set Record Highs as BTC Price Surge to $71K

[Oct 29, 2024 10:55 AM] U.S. listed spot ETF inflows continue to break records, as CME open interest spikes in the past 24 hours.

As BIS Mulls Shutting Down mBridge, Its Innovation Hub Calls The Project a ‘Public Good’

[Oct 29, 2024 9:47 AM] An international payments project backed by China, the UAE, Thailand and Hong Kong is raising concerns in Washington.

DeFi Cover Provider Nexus Mutual Backs New Crypto Insurance Broker Native

[Oct 29, 2024 9:00 AM] Nexus Mutual is also behind a new insurance alternative on Coinbase’s L2 network called Base DeFi Pass.

Dogecoin Bets Spike to $1.3B as Trump Popularity Sees DOGE Rocket 15%

[Oct 29, 2024 8:45 AM] Stablecoin margined futures on DOGE have spiked, with DOGE denominated bets rising 33% since Sunday.

Crypto.com Overtakes Coinbase to Dominate North American Crypto Trading, Data Shows

[Oct 29, 2024 8:05 AM] The crypto exchange's volume has nearly quadrupled between mid-year and September.

Bitcoin Surges Above $71K as Wild Crypto Market Pump Sees $175M in Shorts Liquidated

[Oct 29, 2024 3:19 AM] BTC added 5% in the past 24 hours, CoinGecko data shows, breaking out of a key $70,000 resistance with $48 billion in trading volumes, or nearly double the volumes from Monday.

As Hong Kong Firms Downsize, Animoca Built a Workspace the Size of 10 Tennis Courts

[Oct 29, 2024 2:43 AM] As law firms and traditional finance companies cut back on office space, Yat Siu's Animoca is taking advantage of the renter’s market to expand its headquarters, reinforcing its commitment to Hong Kong as a global Web3 and digital culture hub.

Bitcoin Tops $70K for First Time in More Than Four Months

[Oct 28, 2024 10:08 PM] The price still remains below its record high of $73,700 hit in early March of this year.

Blockchain Meets Basketball: How Coinbase Plans to Engage Golden State Warriors Fans 

[Oct 28, 2024 8:30 PM] The Golden State Warriors have entered a partnership with Coinbase, designating it as the official cryptocurrency and blockchain partner of both the team and Chase Center. Golden State Warriors Partner With Coinbase for Cryptocurrency Initiatives…

Dogecoin Jumps 10%, Outperforming on Trump Popularity as Bitcoin Nears $70K

[Oct 28, 2024 8:18 PM] Bitcoin's "bullish setup" into the U.S. election next week mirrors late 2020, which preceded a 120% rally in two months, Matthew Sigel of VanEck said.

Prediction Markets Signal GOP Sweep in 2024: Republicans Poised for All 3 Branches

[Oct 28, 2024 5:43 PM] Donald Trump’s campaign momentum has held strong in recent weeks, with Trump now leading Vice President Kamala Harris. Polls and prediction markets increasingly suggest a possible Republican sweep in 2024. Bettors Weigh In: Will 2024 Bring a…

Hong Kong SFC to Establish ‘Consultative Panel’ for Licensed Crypto Exchanges

[Oct 28, 2024 5:29 PM] The SFC’s Eric Yip said the panel will include representatives from each licensed exchange.

Tether's Paolo Ardoino: 'If the U.S. Government Wanted to Kill Us, They Can Press a Button'

[Oct 28, 2024 5:27 PM] The leading stablecoin issuer is comfortable holding its T-bills at a U.S. institution because it respects international sanctions, CEO Ardoino said in an interview.

Hong Kong Considering Tax Concessions for Crypto Investments

[Oct 28, 2024 5:24 PM] Regulatory updates are also in the works for stablecoin issuers, OTC trading services and custodians.

FTX's $228M Settlement With Bybit Brings Conclusion of Epic Liquidation Closer

[Oct 28, 2024 5:08 PM] The costly meltdown of global exchange FTX is still settling big chunks of its bankruptcy drama, now securing about $228 million from Bybit to further feed the cash dispersal that was approved in court earlier this month.

Astria, Project to Decentralize Crucial Blockchain 'Sequencers,' Goes Live With Main Network

[Oct 28, 2024 4:30 PM]

Prediction Market Kalshi to Supply Price Data for Crypto Oracle Stork

[Oct 28, 2024 4:00 PM] Initially, Kalshi's feeds will power perpetual futures contracts on decentralized exchanges. Eventually, the centralized betting platform might referee on-chain prediction markets.

Emory University Joins Bitcoin ETF Rush, Reporting $16M Holding in Grayscale Vehicle

[Oct 28, 2024 3:59 PM] Emory University disclosed ownership of more than $15 million worth of shares of the Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust.

Robinhood Launches Election Bets as Polymarket, Kalshi Draw Millions — But for How Long?

[Oct 28, 2024 3:57 PM] As Robinhood rolls out its presidential election event contracts, the prediction markets Polymarket and Kalshi are drawing in substantial multi-million-dollar revenues tied to election-related trading. Robinhood Jumps Into Election Contracts Scene…

An Arctic Circle Bitcoin Mine Will Heat a Building in a Fishing Village

[Oct 28, 2024 3:55 PM] Sazmining launches a bitcoin (BTC) mine in Norway that will heat a building, aiming to demonstrate sustainable mining benefits despite past regulatory concerns.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: SOL Gains 5.4%, Leading Index Higher from Friday

[Oct 28, 2024 1:29 PM]