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Harris Won U.S. Presidential Debate Versus Trump, Polymarket Betting Suggests

[Sep 11 3:43 AM] Vice President Kamala Harris appears to have beaten former President Donald Trump in the first debate between the U.S. presidential candidates on Tuesday, based on the direction of prediction bets on Polymarket, while crypto policy went unmentioned.

Former FTX Executive Caroline Ellison's Sentencing Hearing Set for Sept. 24

[Sep 11 12:51 AM] Former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison's sentencing hearing has been scheduled for Sept. 24, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. EDT.

Standard Chartered Bank Launches Bitcoin and Crypto Custody Service in UAE

[Sep 10 9:23 PM] Standard Chartered has officially launched its digital asset custody service in the UAE, according to an announcement from the bank. The service has been licensed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) within the Dubai International…

Bitcoin Eyes $58K With Downtrodden Crypto Markets Exposed to Short Squeezes, Says Analyst

[Sep 10 8:43 PM] Bitcoin (BTC) was rising on Tuesday as the crypto market continued its rebound from last week's fear-inducing plunge.

Bitcoin ETFs Are Fine Despite Suffering Their Worst String of Outflows, Says Expert

[Sep 10 7:50 PM] The recent plunge in the price of bitcoin was accompanied by a sizable amount of net outflows from the 12 U.S. spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). While on its face, that might appear worrisome, it's more likely a sign of healthy growth.

Glassnode Reports Rising Bitcoin Hashrate, ETF Outflows, and Lower Investor Engagement

[Sep 10 6:45 PM] Glassnode’s latest report reveals a persistent rise in Bitcoin’s hashrate despite falling revenues for miners. Concurrently, investor engagement with exchanges and trade volumes are showing a notable decline, reflecting reduced appetite…

Trump-Harris Debate: Polymarket Shows Slim Odds of Crypto Mention

[Sep 10 4:07 PM]

PayPal, Venmo to Accept ENS's Human-Readable Blockchain Names

[Sep 10 4:00 PM] The news could signal a renewed interest from traditional payment platforms in cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies.

Solo Bitcoin Miner Wins Big After Securing an Entire Block Reward

[Sep 10 3:53 PM] A solo bitcoin {{BTC}} miner beat a swathe of powerful mining pools to receive a $181,000 reward after mining block 860749 on Tuesday.

Second U.S. Firm tZero Said to Become Crypto Broker Dealer Under SEC Oversight

[Sep 10 3:43 PM] A second company, tZero Group Inc., said it's achieved status as a fully registered U.S. broker dealer under a rule allowing for crypto firms to join those ranks, following a path previously blazed by Prometheum Inc.

Tron, Tether, and TRM Labs Join Forces to Tackle Crypto Crime

[Sep 10 3:40 PM] Tron, Tether, and TRM Labs have announced the creation of the T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU), a new initiative aimed at fighting illicit activity in the cryptocurrency space. The partnership, focused on public-private collaboration, seeks to…

Core Scientific Is Uniquely Placed to Deliver AI Data Center Scale in the Near Term: Bernstein

[Sep 10 3:07 PM] The bitcoin miner benefits from readily available sites and power, less competition and the ability to hire strong data center talent, the report said.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: ICP and RNDR Lead as Index Inches up 0.5%

[Sep 10 1:36 PM] Internet Computer gained 4.0% while Render rose 3.5%.

Polygon to Buy $5M of Servers With Computer Chips Devoted to Zero-Knowledge Cryptography

[Sep 10 1:00 PM] The purchase is part of a deal with hardware maker Fabric, that is also producing custom zero-knowledge chips for Polygon's AggLayer.

UK Regulator Charges First Individual With Running a Network of Illegal Crypto ATMs

[Sep 10 12:42 PM] Olumide Osunkoya, 45 year old Londoner has been accused of running crypto ATMs that processed british pounds 2.6 million ($3.4 million) in crypto transactions across various locations.

Ron Paul on Musk-Led D.O.G.E. Efficiency Commission: ‘Government Efficiency’ Is an Oxymoron

[Sep 10 12:39 PM] Ron Paul, a former U.S. representative and presidential candidate, has stated that even when it comes from proposals from high echelons of power, government efficiency is an oxymoron. Paul explains that governments are not individuals, and…

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Rises to $57K as ETFs End Losing Streak

[Sep 10 12:00 PM] The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Sept. 10, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

Tron, Tether and TRM Labs Start Financial Crime Fighting Force

[Sep 10 11:20 AM] The T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU) is looking to clean up USDT issued on Tron, a blockchain favored by bad actors.

Nansen Buys StakeWithUs, Expanding Beyond Data Provision Into Crypto Investment

[Sep 10 11:00 AM] The company will also become one of the first validators on the Berachain mainnet.

Crypto Retail Market Is Poised for a Rebound: Gemini

[Sep 10 11:00 AM] Crypto adoption has remained steady in the U.S. and the U.K. in the past two years, the report said.

Crypto Traders Remain Cautious About Downside Risks in Bitcoin, Ether; SOL Stands Out

[Sep 10 10:56 AM] Options tied to bitcoin and ether show a bias for put options, according to QCP Capital.

Nigeria SEC to Commence Enforcement Action on Unlicensed Crypto Firms: Reports

[Sep 10 10:16 AM] We are certainly going to commence enforcement actions on anyone who wants to operate in this market and does not have the intention of being regulated, Emomotimi Agama, the SEC's Director General said.

Metaplanet Buys Additional ¥300 Million Worth of Bitcoin

[Sep 10 9:40 AM] Metaplanet, a publicly listed Japanese company, announced it had purchased 38.6 Bitcoin for 300 million yen (approx. $2.2 million), bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to 398.8 BTC.JUST IN: Japanese Public company Metaplanet buys another ¥300…

Bitcoin Trading Volume Surged to $2.8T in January to August Period

[Sep 10 6:54 AM] The rise in crypto volatility has been accompanied by increased market participation in the bitcoin market, Kaiko said.

Coinbase Layer-2 Success Shows Power of Marketing Over Cutting-Edge Tech

[Sep 10 6:00 AM]

Bitcoin ETFs Post $28.7M Inflows After Record Losing Streak

[Sep 10 5:04 AM] BTC ETF inflows are back in the green, despite BTC's price slipping.

Investors Lost Record High $5.6B to Crypto Scams in 2023, FBI Says

[Sep 9 9:23 PM] Investors lost a record $5.6 billion to crypto-related financial crime in 2023, up 45% from 2022, according to a new report from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Internet Crime Complaint Center.

Harris Leads in Debate Betting, But Trump Dominates Swing States, Polymarket Shows

[Sep 9 9:10 PM] A wager valued at $155K on the prediction platform Polymarket is betting on Vice President Kamala Harris emerging victorious in Tuesday’s debate against former President Donald Trump. According to the latest polls, Harris holds a commanding…

Bitcoin Retakes $57K, but Potential Positive Catalysts Are 'Sparse,' Says NYDIG

[Sep 9 8:31 PM] The world's largest crypto is bouncing after tumbling below $53,000 at one point last Friday.

Five U.S. States Reach Settlement With GS Partners, Investors to Get Full Refunds

[Sep 9 7:59 PM] Five U.S. states have reached a settlement agreement with GS Partners – the European operation behind several crypto investment schemes, including tokenized investments in a Dubai skyscraper – that will see investors get 100% of their money back…