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Mercado Bitcoin operator acquires Portuguese crypto exchange
12.1.2022
After raising over $250 million from firms like SoftBank last year, Brazil’s 2TM Group is expanding into Europe
IMF: Bitcoin matured to ‘an integral part of digital asset revolution’
12.1.2022
Crypto assets are no longer on the fringe of the financial system, which raises financial stability concerns, a new IMF research argues
US Fed Chair's Top 3 Crypto-Related Comments in Front of Senate Banking Committee
12.1.2022
The US Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell discussed the central bank's COVID-19 response and financial stability, among other issues, during his re-nomination testimony on Tuesday in front of the Senate Banking Committee. He also made several comments that may potentially have an impact...
Digital Yuan Wallet Ranks Among Most Downloaded Apps in China
12.1.2022
The new wallet of China’s state-issued digital currency has quickly become one of the most downloaded applications in the country, within days of its launch. Its use and integration with other apps have contributed to an increase of digital yuan payments, media reports unveil. Wallet Launch...
Solo Bitcoin Miner With Only 126TH Secures USD 266,870 in Block Reward
12.1.2022
A solo Bitcoin (BTC) miner with a hashrate capacity of just 126 terahashes per second (TH/s) has managed to successfully add a new block to the Bitcoin network, securing the BTC 6.25 block reward, which is worth over USD 266,870 at the current price rates.
As per data by Blockchain.com,...
Jack Dorsey announces Bitcoin Legal Defense Fund
12.1.2022
The fund will help provide a legal defense for Bitcoin developers and will include a team of volunteers and part-time lawyers
Jack Dorsey & Co Launch Bitcoin Legal Defense Fund, Prepare to Wage Legal War with Craig Wright
12.1.2022
The Twitter founder, Bitcoin (BTC) bull and Block (formerly Square) chief Jack Dorsey has taken aim at those taking legal potshots at Bitcoin developers – including the likes of Craig “Faketoshi” Wright.
Dorsey, along with Alex Morcos of Chaincode Labs / the co-founder of Hudson River Trading...
Arkania Protocol Launch Multi-Chain Launchpad Making IDOs Accessible to All
12.1.2022
PRESS RELEASE. Arkania Protocol has announced its IDO Launchpad for the public, with anti-whale mechanism, KYC and robust security. 12th January, St. Vincent & the Grenadines — The Arkania platform connects promising new projects with the global crypto community, offering developers...
Report: Ronin Sidechain Processed 560% More Total Transactions Than Ethereum Last November
12.1.2022
The blockchain-powered game Axie Infinity has been a very popular application during the last 12 months, as the game’s NFTs have outpaced every NFT collection today in terms of all-time sales. While Axie Infinity has seen $3.85 billion in all-time sales, Nansen researcher Martin Lee recently...
Tiny Bitcoin miner defies massive odds to solve a valid block
12.1.2022
Despite having a modest hashrate capacity of about 126 TH/s, the lucky miner won the crypto equivalent of the lottery and took home 6.25 BTC worth about $266,000
Bitcoin and Ethereum Take Another Step Higher, FTM and ROSE Rally
12.1.2022
Bitcoin price started a steady increase above the USD 41,500 level. BTC even climbed above the USD 42,500 resistance and briefly spiked above USD 43,000. It is currently (04:21 UTC) consolidating near USD 42,700, with a strong support at USD 42,000.
Similarly, most major altcoins are also...
SEC Chair Gensler Discusses How Securities Laws Apply to Crypto Tokens — Won’t Say if Ethereum Is a Security
12.1.2022
The chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler, has explained how securities laws apply to cryptocurrency tokens as he outlined the commission’s priorities in regulating the crypto space. “Our role at the SEC is to ensure that the public still gets...
Don’t mention ‘K’ country: Bitcoin Magazine's YouTube restored after ban
12.1.2022
After Bitcoin Magazine’s YouTube channel was temporarily shut down without prior warning, the livestream’s hosts suggested that mentions of “Kazakhstan” may have been flagged by the platform’s algorithm
Billionaire Jeff Gundlach Expects Recession This Year, Advises Against Buying Bitcoin
12.1.2022
Doubleline Capital CEO Jeffrey Gundlach, also known as the “Bond King,” has warned about “a recession in the later part of this year.” He also advised against buying bitcoin at the current level. “Maybe you should buy it at $25,000,” he said. Billionaire...
Crypto Tops Investor Threats for US Securities Regulators
11.1.2022
U.S. state securities regulators have revealed that cryptocurrency investments are their top investor threat this year. “Before you jump into the crypto craze, be mindful that cryptocurrencies and related financial products may be nothing more than public facing fronts for Ponzi schemes...
Key on-chain metric shows Bitcoin miners in ‘massive’ BTC accumulation mode
11.1.2022
Data shows lost and held Bitcoin hitting a one-year high, while miners opened the year by accumulating “massive” amounts of BTC
Bitrue Is Launching a New Yield Farming Hub
11.1.2022
PRESS RELEASE. In the world of cryptocurrencies, it is important for any crypto exchange to offer plenty of different options when it comes to making money. This is precisely why Bitrue, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has recently announced the launch of a new yield farming hub, available...
175-Year-Old News Cooperative the Associated Press Plans to Launch NFT Marketplace
11.1.2022
On January 10, 2022, the Associated Press (AP), the American non-profit news cooperative founded in 1846, has announced the news agency is launching a non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace. The AP NFT market was built by the distributed ledger technology provider Xooa and on top of the Polygon...
Was $39,650 the bottom? Bitcoin bulls and bears debate the future of BTC price
11.1.2022
BTC bulls seem to believe the bounce off $39,650 marked the bottom, but bears warn that a looming death cross on the daily chart is a sign of further downside
Iran to Permit Use of Cryptocurrencies in International Settlements, Reports Reveal
11.1.2022
Authorities in Iran are preparing to allow the employment of cryptocurrencies for international settlements. According to local media, central bank and government officials have given the green light to adopt a mechanism using digital coins in the field of foreign trade. Businesses in Iran to...