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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Bounces From $60K
4.10.2024
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Oct. 4, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
From $37B to $24.5B: DAO Treasuries Experience Significant Downturn
4.10.2024
In October 2024, the latest data shows that decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) hold $24.5 billion in treasuries, down by $12.6 billion since the end of March. Optimism’s DAO, which boasted $8.3 billion on Mar. 24, has seen its treasury shrink to $3.8 billion, making it the largest...
Attention Bitcoin Bulls, China Stimulus May Have Lost Its Mojo
4.10.2024
According to BCA Research, generating large bullish "credit impulses" is now a tough task for China
Spot Bitcoin ETFs Register Net Outflow of $54.13M on October 3, 2024, ET
4.10.2024
Spot Bitcoin ETF continues its outflow streak on October 3, 2024 (Eastern Time). Issuers saw funds worth $54.2…
Česká brána GoPay podporuje platby sedmi kryptoměnami a zavedla bitcoin přes Lightning
4.10.2024
Původem česká platební brána GoPay, kterou od loňska kompletně ovládá francouzský Worldline, rozšířila platbu pomocí kryptoměn. Hlavní novinkou je zjednodušení plateb bitcoinem skrze Lightning Network. “Největší výhodou je, že ke spuštění plateb nepotřebujete krypto peněženky, své peníze obdržíte...
Inflation, Dollar Shortage Fuel Stablecoin Use in Sub-Saharan Africa
4.10.2024
Stablecoins are surging in popularity across Sub-Saharan Africa, accounting for 43% of crypto transactions compared to bitcoin’s 18.1%. This trend is driven by the instability of local currencies and limited access to US dollars. Businesses and individuals view stablecoins as a reliable...
Bitcoin ETFs Register Net Outflows for Third Straight Day
4.10.2024
Bitcoin and ether outflows from ETFs contribute to this week's weak crypto price action
Bitcoin analysis sees BTC price gains on Coinbase premium golden cross
4.10.2024
Bitcoin demand in the US is "strong," but can the Coinbase premium save BTC price action from further downside?
Polymarket Bettors Say HBO Documentary Will Name Len Sassaman as Satoshi Nakamoto
4.10.2024
But bettors are also confident that this won't be the smoking gun
Bitcoin, Gold Could Benefit From Rising Geopolitical Tension and U.S. Election: JPMorgan
4.10.2024
Geopolitical risk fueled by conflict in the Middle East and the upcoming U.S. election are likely to reinforce the debasement trade, to the benefit of both bitcoin and gold, the report said
Nubank Lowers Cryptocurrency Trading Fees
4.10.2024
Nubank, the Latam-focused fintech company, recently lowered its cryptocurrency trading fees from 0.8% to 0.6% for each transaction completed. The platform allows for purchasing and selling 15 different cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin (BTC), ether (ETH), solana (SOL), and the USDC stablecoin...
Bitcoin Set for Unusually Busy Weekend After Friday's Payrolls Data, Volatility Kink Indicates
4.10.2024
BTC's implied volatility curve shows a noticeable kink on Oct. 5, signaling expectations for an unusually volatile Saturday
Bitcoin’s Poor Start to Bullish October Continues, but There May Be Cheer Ahead for Bulls
4.10.2024
Most gains come in the latter part of the month
Certik: Malicious Actors Stole $753 Million in Q3, Phishing Top Attack Vector
4.10.2024
Malicious actors stole $753 million in the third quarter, with phishing being the most costly attack vector. The report emphasizes the need for stronger security measures and warns users to be cautious of phishing scams. Ethereum and Bitcoin networks were the hardest hit chains, with combined...
Buying this Bitcoin dip is a ‘no-brainer’ — Hedge fund manager
4.10.2024
Lekker Capital chief investment officer Quinn Thomspon says this week’s Bitcoin dip shows a “clear invalidation” when compared to previous price stumbles.
All-Women AI PhD Program Launches in Africa
4.10.2024
A pioneering Africa-Europe collaboration aims to train 700 African Doctor of Philosophy (PhDs) in artificial intelligence (AI) over the next decade. The first intake of this program, however, will be unique: it will consist entirely of women. This initiative is the brainchild of CORE AI, a research...
IMF Calls on El Salvador to Reconsider Bitcoin Regulations
4.10.2024
On October 3, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) once again pressured El Salvador to reconsider its Bitcoin policy…
‘Uptober’ mentions on social media plummet amid crypto rout
4.10.2024
“Uptober” fever has been waning on social media as crypto markets shed $200 billion since the start of October, according to Santiment.
Russia-Based Evil Corp Faces New US Sanctions
4.10.2024
The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned members of Russia’s Evil Corp in collaboration with the UK and Australia, continuing a crackdown on cybercriminals. Targeting seven individuals, the group is infamous for deploying Dridex malware and Bitpaymer ransomware. This move highlights international efforts...
TeraWulf sells its 25% stake in Nautilus Cryptomine for $92M
4.10.2024
TeraWulf said it will use the proceeds to buy cheaper Bitcoin miners and expand its AI and high-performance computing streams