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First Mover Americas: Crypto in the Red Ahead of Friday's U.S. Inflation Data
30.5.2024
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for May 30, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
South Korean Universities Face Banking Hurdles in Converting Crypto Donations to Cash
30.5.2024
South Korea’s regulations prohibiting corporations from opening virtual asset exchange accounts are making it impossible for local universities to liquidate their large cryptocurrency donations. Financial authorities cite money laundering concerns as the reason for maintaining the ban. Education...
Bitcoin-Based DOG Token Climbs to 9th Largest Meme Coin, Sees 216% Rise in 30 Days
30.5.2024
A meme token named DOG•GO•TO•THE•MOON, created by Leonidas, the founder of Ord.io, has reached a new peak and is now the ninth-largest meme coin by market capitalization. At the time of writing, the token’s market value stood at $695 million. The Top 10 Meme Coins...
Bitcoin.com to Launch Web3 Debit Card “V-Card”
30.5.2024
Bitcoin.com is excited to announce the forthcoming launch of V-Card, which will enable anyone to spend their cryptocurrency, just like cash, anywhere Mastercard® is accepted. The waitlist is live now at verse.bitcoin.com/card where you can sign up for the chance to win a free V-Card. V-Card:...
Singapore's DBS Bank holding $650M Ethereum? Nansen flags whale holdings
30.5.2024
Nansen believes the crypto wallet already earned $200 million by holding ETH
Telegram Wallet enforces new KYC rules, switches provider
30.5.2024
Before the KYC change, Telegram Wallet users did not have to provide any personal information to use the default version of the wallet
Iggy Azalea's anti-scam plan: Burn her own coins
30.5.2024
In a bold move to combat crypto scams, Iggy Azalea pledges to burn her own coins, showing her commitment to building trust and integrity within the cryptocurrency community
Vitalik Buterin wallet contributes 30 ETH to Tornado Cash legal fund
30.5.2024
The fund had raised about 591 ETH at the time of this publication and will support the legal defense of Tornado Cash developers in their court battle to prove their innocence
Jack Dorsey-Backed Bitcoin Mining Pool Ocean Establishes Global Hub in El Salvador
30.5.2024
Ocean, a Bitcoin mining pool backed by Jack Dorsey, announced the launch of an international hub in El Salvador through a new entity. Ocean Mining S.A. de C.V., headquartered in San Salvador, will “continue the advancement of decentralization of Bitcoin mining across the globe,”...
Are crypto cashback rewards taxable?
30.5.2024
Unsure if your crypto cashback rewards trigger tax obligations? Learn how to navigate them for stress-free crypto earning
Bitcoin needs ‘3.3% or lower’ CPI print to reach new ATH
30.5.2024
Bitcoin price movements may “appear random,” but critical drivers such as inflation are what’s making it move, according to a crypto analyst
Genesis Returns $2.2B in Crypto Assets to Lending Program Participants
30.5.2024
Defunct crypto lender Genesis distributed $2.18b worth of crypto to 232,000 users enrolled in Gemini Earn, an interest-accruing lending program. The distribution followed a New York bankruptcy judge approving the Chapter 11 plan last week.
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NFTs are Highly Susceptible to Fraud and Scams: US Treasury Report
30.5.2024
The US Treasury findings highlighted several potential risks and security concerns and challenges involved in NFTs.
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Nigerian Senate Committee: Regulated Crypto Trading a Boost for Local Currency
30.5.2024
The Nigerian Senate Committee on Capital Markets has called for the regulation of cryptocurrency and warned that the country’s unclear position could be costing the country. The committee also urged the government of Bola Tinubu to develop the capital and crypto markets to defend the local...
Web3 Gaming Platform Zkasino Kickstarts Process Enabling Users to Retrieve Ethereum Tokens
30.5.2024
The Zkasino team announced on May 28 that it had initiated a two-step bridge back process, allowing users to retrieve their ethereum tokens. Users have between May 28 and May 31 to bridge back their funds, after which the signup process will be closed, and deposits will be halted. Rug Pull...
Bitcoin in 42-day ‘boredom zone' — traders debate next move
30.5.2024
Bitcoin’s price has sat in the "boredom zone" for over a month, leaving traders guessing about a potential surge or retracement
Security-Focused Crypto ISAC Debuts With Founding Members Including Coinbase, Kraken, Circle
30.5.2024
The Crypto ISAC (Information Sharing and Analysis Center) launches on Wednesday as a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit association dedicated to bolstering security within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Its founding members include Aleo, Circle, Coinbase, Consensys, Evertas, Fireblocks, Hedera, Kraken...
Texas Issues Emergency Cease and Desist Against Arkbit’s Crypto Operations
30.5.2024
The Texas State Securities Board has issued an Emergency Cease and Desist Order against Arkbit Capital and its affiliates, Arkbit Capital Holdings, ABC Holdings LLC, and ABC Mining. These companies were found operating a fraudulent MLM cryptocurrency investment scheme. Promising daily returns...
Hong Kong’s Grace Period for Crypto Exchanges Ending — Trading Platforms Must Obtain License by June 1
30.5.2024
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued a reminder that crypto trading platforms must obtain a license to operate in Hong Kong before the grace period ends on June 1. The regulator warned that operating without a license is a criminal offense and will enforce compliance....
Ark CEO Cathie Wood Talks Bitcoin With El Salvador’s President — Applauds His Vision for BTC Hub
30.5.2024
Cathie Wood, CEO of asset management firm Ark Invest, recently met with El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele and discussed bitcoin. She praised his progressive approach to economic and educational reforms. “President Bukele’s determination to transform El Salvador into a...