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China-Russia International Trade Payments Situation Worsens: Crypto and Barter Rise as Alternatives
15.8.2024
Chinese regional banks, which were once used as bridges to process payments from Russia to China, have begun rejecting these payments for fear of secondary sanctions. To facilitate these transactions, cryptocurrency and even barter schemes have emerged as options to continue trading outside...
Vanguard’s New CEO Reaffirms No Crypto ETFs in Future Strategy
15.8.2024
Vanguard’s new CEO, Salim Ramji, reaffirms the company’s cautious stance on crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), emphasizing innovation and client-focused strategies while rejecting the launch of a crypto ETF. Ramji, a former Blackrock executive, highlights Vanguard’s strengths...
Marathon Digital buys $249M Bitcoin, reserves reach 25K BTC
15.8.2024
Marathon’s latest 4,144 Bitcoin buy comes as boss Fred Thiel last month said it was adopting a “hodl strategy” for the cryptocurrency
Claudia Sahm Warns Fed: Delayed Rate Cuts Could Spur Unnecessary Recession
15.8.2024
In a detailed discussion with Kitco News, Claudia Sahm, founder of Sahm Consulting and chief economist at New Century Advisors, shared her insights on the U.S. economy. Despite rising recession concerns, Sahm emphasized that the current labor market still shows strength, suggesting the economy...
Eigenlayer Introduces Permissionless Token Support, Expanding Crypto Economic Security Options
15.8.2024
Eigen Labs has announced an upcoming update to the Eigenlayer protocol, introducing Permissionless Token Support. This feature aims to broaden the range of ERC20 tokens that can be utilized as restakable assets, enhancing the crypto economic security of decentralized networks. Permissionless Token...
Price analysis 8/14: BTC, ETH, BNB, SOL, XRP, DOGE, TON, ADA, AVAX, SHIB
15.8.2024
Bitcoin is finding it difficult to rise above the overhead moving averages, indicating that the bears are trying to flip the level into resistance
Protocol Village: Wormhole Rolls Out 'Era3' Roadmap, XION Plans Token
15.8.2024
The latest in blockchain tech upgrades, funding announcements and deals. For the period of Aug. 15-21, 2024
Dydx Introduces Major Chain Upgrade With New Features
15.8.2024
Decentralized exchange Dydx has announced a significant upgrade to its chain, introducing new features designed to enhance market liquidity and security. The update, set for release this autumn, marks the largest change to the Dydx Chain since its launch. Dydx Introduces Permissionless Market...
Morgan Stanley discloses $188M in BlackRock Bitcoin ETF holdings
14.8.2024
The investment firm disclosed to the SEC that it held more than 5.5 million shares of the iShares Bitcoin Trust in the second quarter of 2024
Declarative Blockchain Developer Essential Secures $11M Series A Round
14.8.2024
Essential has successfully secured $11 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Archetype, with contributions from IOSG, Spartan, Mirana, Amber Group, Maven 11, Bodhi Ventures, Big Brain Holdings, Heartcore Capital, Selini, DCLM, and Propeller Heads, and others. This funding will...
Vanguard CEO Ramji Rules Out Launching Crypto ETFs for Clients
14.8.2024
Vanguard, the second largest issuer of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), has opted out of the cryptocurrency ETF market. Vanguard’s…
Coinshares Weighs Trump and Harris’ Impact on Bitcoin Ahead of 2024 Election
14.8.2024
In a recent report, Coinshares and author Max Shannon examine the potential impact of the 2024 U.S. presidential election on bitcoin, with a focus on the policies and positions of former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris. Coinshares’ analysis suggests that...
New Vanguard CEO: "We will not be launching crypto ETFs."
14.8.2024
Vanguard is the second largest ETF issuer after Blackrock
Wisconsin Board Boosts Stake in BlackRock Bitcoin ETF
14.8.2024
The State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB) has boosted its exposure to BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, a trend slowly…
Tether Invests $3 Million in Kem App to Boost USDT Usage in the Middle East
14.8.2024
Stablecoin issuer Tether has announced a $3 million strategic investment in the Kem app, a platform for money transfers and financial management. This collaboration aims to introduce USDT on Kem’s platform, promoting widespread adoption in the Middle East and enhancing financial inclusion....
Exclusive: Fireblocks granted New York charter for crypto custody
14.8.2024
The charter allows Fireblocks to offer cold-storage custody to US clients
Bitcoin falls under $60K as investors' global economic slowdown concerns rise
14.8.2024
Fear of a global economic recession continues to drive investors away from risk-on assets like Bitcoin
Bitfarms Reveals Leadership Changes Amid Ongoing Conflict With Riot Platforms
14.8.2024
Bitfarms Ltd. has announced significant changes to its board of directors and executive team as the company continues to navigate a takeover bid and governance dispute with Riot Platforms Inc. The latest leadership updates include the appointment of CEO Ben Gagnon to the board and the resignation...
Nearly $600M of Silk Road Bitcoin Hits Coinbase Prime, but Not Necessarily to Sell
14.8.2024
Bitcoin's price remained flat around $59,000, while its swift decline from $61,000 earlier today happened before the transaction
Bitcoin Poised to Breach $813K to Equal Gold’s Market Cap
14.8.2024
Bitcoin, often hailed as the digital equivalent of gold, has sparked the curiosity of investors and analysts alike.…