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White House Opposes Crypto Bill FIT21 — Offers to Work With Congress on Balanced Framework for Digital Assets
22.5.2024
The White House has issued a statement opposing the passage of the crypto bill Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century (FIT21) Act ahead of the House vote today. However, the Biden Administration offered to collaborate with Congress to establish a balanced regulatory framework...
Prospects of Ethereum ETFs Drive Grayscale Ethereum Trust’s NAV Discount to Lowest Since 2021
22.5.2024
On May 21, with the potential approval of several spot ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE) saw its discount to net asset value (NAV) reach its lowest point since 2021. Grayscale Ethereum Trust’s...
Vitalik Buterin Transfers $295K in Ethereum to Privacy Protocol Railgun
22.5.2024
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has transferred 79.997 ETH (over $295,000) to the privacy protocol Railgun. Buterin Supports Railgun With $295K Ethereum Transfer According to onchain data, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin transferred more than $295,000 worth of ethereum, approximately 79.997...
Ethereum meme tokens lead the surge: Social tokens and L2 solutions soar
22.5.2024
The crypto sphere is changing nowadays, and most digital currencies’ prices are growing due to recent developments and measures. Based on the proposals that are up for approval, the U.S. SEC has locked down on staking for Ethereum (ETH) ETFs since it is defined as a security. Such clear...
SEC Chair Gensler Opposes Crypto Bill FIT21 Citing Regulatory Loopholes and Increased Risks to Public
22.5.2024
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler has strongly opposed the crypto bill Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century (FIT21) Act ahead of the House vote. He stressed that “many players in the crypto industry don’t play by the rules,” leading...
Shiba Inu whales investors target new AI token after Bitmart listing, currently priced at $0.050
22.5.2024
The world of cryptocurrency is always moving, with new tokens and technologies constantly emerging. Recently, a significant shift has occurred as Shiba Inu (SHIB) whales are turning their attention to a new player in the market: Option2Trade (O2T). Following its listing on Bitmart, Option2Trade...
Altcoins gear up for ‘Maniac Phase’: Analysts predict next major surge
22.5.2024
The current world of cryptocurrency is witnessing a rather significant revival, which brings optimism and new opportunities to various spheres. While sentiment turned slightly bearish towards altcoins in the second quarter following a great run in Q1 among industry experts, the future looks bright...
South Korea’s Crypto Premium Drops Below 1% as Bitcoin and Ethereum Prices Align Globally
22.5.2024
South Korea’s infamous crypto premium has diminished significantly, with bitcoin and ethereum prices now aligning closely with the weighted global averages, albeit with a minor premium. The BTC premium stands at 0.84%, while ETH’s premium is in a similar range. South Korea’s...
UNI price rises 20% after Uniswap Labs’ boldly defies SEC notice
22.5.2024
Uniswap Labs, developers of an effective decentralized trading platform, is being sued by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. Uniswap Labs remains steadfast in its stance, persistently advocating for the classification of cryptocurrencies as securities. This discord emerged after...
Zimbabwean Millionaire Crypto Couple Rescued After Kidnapping by Individuals Posing as Interpol Officers
22.5.2024
A Zimbabwean millionaire couple, based in South Africa, has been kidnapped by a gang seeking to profit from their cryptocurrency valued at $13.9 million. The couple, Professor Sheperd Sikhosana and his wife, Sekayi Adelpha Sikhosana, were kidnapped in Pretoria, South Africa, and smuggled into...
Crypto Exchange Bitget Appoints Gracy Chen as CEO
22.5.2024
Cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform Bitget has promoted Gracy Chen as its new CEO taking over from Sandra Lou, who is moving on to pursue other business goals.
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Bitcoin Technical Analysis: BTC Encounters Strong Resistance, Enters Consolidation Mode
22.5.2024
As of May 22, 2024, bitcoin is trading at $69,952, navigating a recent intraday range of $69,211 to $71,422. Despite a tumultuous period, bitcoin has shown resilience with an 11.9% increase over the past week and a 5.9% rise over the past month. Bitcoin Bitcoin’s 1-hour chart reveals...
Coinbase brings in Tech Against Scams with multiple associates
22.5.2024
Coinbase introduces its landmark initiative, Tech Against Scams, along with the bigwig business houses for going to war against online and finance-related scams. The other players include Match Group, Meta, Kraken, Ripple, Gemini and GASO. The focus will be on creating awareness amongst the masses...
Ether ETF confirmed? VanEck spot Ether ETF listed by DTCC
22.5.2024
VanEck’s ETF is currently designated inactive on the DTCC website, meaning it cannot be processed until it receives the necessary regulatory approvals
Crypto whales withdraw $90 million in ETH from exchanges to buy Ethereum’s biggest token launch
22.5.2024
Crypto whales have completed large-scale ETH withdrawals from the top crypto exchange, Coinbase, making the rounds and headlines as big whales and smart investors prepare for the biggest Ethereum (ETH) token launch of the decade. ETFSwap (ETFS), a viral Ethereum token currently in its ICO presale...
US prosecutors push for 5–7 years prison for ex-FTX exec
22.5.2024
The U.S. prosecutors demanded “just punishment” fitting the scale of his crime. Salame’s lawyers argue that he should serve no more than 18 months
The evolving role of Ethereum faucets in a growing blockchain landscape
22.5.2024
The Ethereum faucets are online platforms that provide a small portion of Ether for free. In the history of Ethereum, these faucets allowed beginners on the network to test transactions and smart contracts for free. Consequently, Ethereum faucets have evolved as the blockchain landscape changes...
The Bitcoin Policy Institute Launches the Peer-to-Peer Rights Fund to Help Defend Samourai Wallet Founders
22.5.2024
The Bitcoin Policy Institute, a non-profit organization supporting bitcoin initiatives, has launched the Peer-to-Peer Rights Fund, a project seeking to protect bitcoin’s decentralized nature from regulatory overreach. The fund’s first objective is to aid in the defense of the founders...
Peter Schiff Anticipates Outflows From Bitcoin ETFs to Ethereum ETFs Following SEC Approval
22.5.2024
Economist and gold bug Peter Schiff has cautioned that the approval of spot ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could negatively impact spot bitcoin ETFs and bitcoin. Speculation is high that the SEC will approve spot ether ETFs this week,...
SEC’s Regulatory Overreach Challenged in Court: Motion Filed to Vacate ‘Dealer’ Rule
22.5.2024
Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas and Blockchain Association filed a motion on May 17 to vacate the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s new Dealer Rule. The plaintiffs’ counsel argues that the SEC’s expanded definition of “dealer” exceeds its statutory...