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Study: Ordinals and Runes Reach $1 Billion Market Cap
13.6.2024
In a significant milestone for Bitcoin-based non-fungible tokens (NFTs), the combined market capitalization of popular collections such as Ordinals and Runes has surged past $1 billion, according to Coingecko. This growth is underscored by increasing trading volumes and user adoption, signaling...
Hong Kong Spot ETFs Secure $1.96B in Bitcoin, $26M in Ether
13.6.2024
Since the spot bitcoin and ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in Hong Kong began trading on April 30, they have accumulated $1.96 billion in bitcoin and $26.74 million in ethereum. Hong Kong’s Spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs See Modest Growth Hong Kong’s spot bitcoin and ether ETFs...
Bitcoin whales stir markets as prices swing around $70K
13.6.2024
In such a turbulent week for the global cryptocurrency market, there was a brief moment when Bitcoin (BTC) tried to rise above the $70K level. This was due to a lower-than-expected Consumer Price Index (CPI) and some signals of falling inflation rates. However, after achieving such high levels...
Bitcoin is the only decentralized currency, Tether CEO says
13.6.2024
The CEO of the company behind the world’s largest stablecoin, Tether (USDT), believes that Bitcoin is the only unstoppable cryptocurrency
Bitcoin price tracks $68K as 'chicken' crypto market shrugs off US PPI
13.6.2024
Bitcoin and altcoins are unmoved by a significant inflation slowdown, as shown in the latest U.S. macro data
US Bitcoin miners silent in face of Kerrisdale ‘snake oil’ claims
13.6.2024
U.S. Bitcoin miners have remained tight-lipped following a recently released Kerrisdale Capital report criticizing the industry
US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Reverse Outflows With $100M Inflows
13.6.2024
U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced inflows on Wednesday, following two consecutive days of outflows. The 11 ETFs trading in the United States amassed $100.9 million, with Fidelity’s FBTC leading the way. Fidelity’s FBTC Tops Bitcoin ETF Inflows With $51M...
MicroStrategy announces sale of $500M convertible notes to buy Bitcoin
13.6.2024
MicroStrategy, which has set a precedent for risk-taking in its Bitcoin investments, disclosed that it plans to offer $500 million convertible senior notes due in 2032. This unique service, aimed exclusively at qualified institutional investors, is another testament to the company’s solid...
Digital ID Startup Spins off From Polygon Labs, Aims to Mitigate AI-Generated Misinformation Risks
13.6.2024
Privado ID, previously known as Polygon ID, has announced its spin-off from Polygon Labs on June 13, 2024. The move aims to meet the global demand for digital identity and reputation solutions that work with both onchain and online data. Privado ID’s technology leverages decentralization...
Terraform Labs to Dissolve After SEC Settlement, CEO Announces
13.6.2024
Following a settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Chris Amani, who succeeded Do Kwon as the CEO of Terraform Labs, disclosed that the blockchain firm is set to dissolve. Terraform Labs Set to Close Doors Post-SEC Settlement Blockchain startup Terraform Labs...
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Holds $67K, CRV Slides
13.6.2024
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 13, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
Bitcoin and altcoins react to FED’s rate decision: Latest data on liquidations
13.6.2024
Bitcoin, the poster child of decentralization, is always on the radar of centralized institutions. Despite its decentralized nature, BTC price movements are affected by regulatory changes, affecting the Altcoins that are heavily dependent on Bitcoin. Clarity in regulatory news can often increase...
Microstrategy Proposes $500M Convertible Senior Notes Offering to Acquire Additional Bitcoin
13.6.2024
Microstrategy has announced its intention to offer $500 million of convertible senior notes due 2032 in a private offering, subject to market conditions. The company also expects to grant the initial purchasers an option to purchase up to an additional $75 million of the notes within a 13-day...
Egyptian Fintech Startup Sahl Raises $6 Million in Series A Funding Round
13.6.2024
The Egyptian fintech startup Sahl has raised $6 million through a Series A funding round. The startup is set to use the capital raised to strengthen its local operations and fund its expansion into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Sahl’s Strategic Partnerships The Egyptian fintech startup Sahl...
MicroStrategy Proposes $500M Convertible Notes to Boost Bitcoin Stash
13.6.2024
MicroStrategy plans $500M stock sale to buy more Bitcoin
13.6.2024
MicroStrategy plans a $500 million stock sale to fund additional Bitcoin acquisitions, reinforcing its commitment to BTC as a treasury reserve asset
Aethir (ATH) Is Now Available for Trading on LBank Exchange
13.6.2024
PRESS RELEASE. Road Town, BVI, June 13, 2024 – In a significant move for cryptocurrency and mobile technology enthusiasts, LBank Exchange, a premier global digital asset trading platform, has announced the listing of Aethir (ATH) on June 12, 2024. Users of LBank Exchange can brace themselves...
Bitfarms deploys “Poison Pill” to block Riot Platforms takeover
13.6.2024
The Chief Executive Officer of Riot Platforms, Jason Les, has criticized Bitfarms’ move to block share purchases. Bitfarms has said it is potentially a hostile takeover, while Riot has defended its move by saying that its poison pill plan falls outside the traditional business norms....
ERCOT CEO: Texas' Power Grid Needs Larger Increase Than Expected to Handle AI, Bitcoin Mining
13.6.2024
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas' CEO said in Senate testimony that the state's grid capacity will need to double in the next decade to handle demand, while the Lieutenant Governor of Texas says more scrutiny is coming for this industry
Ripple and Archax Extend Collaboration to Boost Real-World Asset Tokenization on XRP Ledger
13.6.2024
Ripple, a leading enterprise in blockchain and crypto solutions, and Archax, the UK’s first regulated digital asset exchange, have announced an extension to their existing collaboration on June 13, 2024. This partnership aims to bring hundreds of millions of dollars of tokenized real-world...