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Cryptoquant: Coinbase’s cbBTC Could Challenge Bitgo in Wrapped Bitcoin Market
19.9.2024
This week, Cryptoquant researchers highlighted a new rivalry heating up in the wrapped bitcoin market, with Coinbase’s cbBTC stepping up to challenge Bitgo’s long-established reign. Coinbase’s Wrapped Bitcoin Token cbBTC Shakes Up Market Coinbase introduced its wrapped bitcoin...
Bitcoin options markets reduce risk hedges — Are new range highs in sight?
19.9.2024
Bitcoin options market positioning shifted as BTC price shot through the $60,000 to $63,000 level.
Blockchain Industry Players Launch MiCA Crypto Alliance in the EU
19.9.2024
The DLT Science Foundation (DSF) has announced its support for the launch of the MiCA Crypto Alliance, with Hedera, Ripple, and Aptos Foundation as founding members. This industry association aims to streamline and enhance compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA)...
Coinbase’s cbBTC surges to third-largest wrapped BTC token in just one week
19.9.2024
According to data from CryptoQuant, cbBTC circulation supply has outpaced long-established players seven days after launch.
Bitcoin Rockets to $63.8K: $6.36B in BTC Pulled From Exchanges in 30 Days
19.9.2024
On Thursday, bitcoin (BTC) soared to a peak of $63,882, marking a 7.8% increase against the U.S. dollar over the past month. During this same period, approximately $6.36 billion worth of BTC was pulled from crypto exchanges, hitting levels not seen since early November 2018. More Than 100,000...
860 Terahash — Hut 8 and Bitmain Partner to Launch New Direct Liquid-to-Chip ASIC Miner
19.9.2024
Hut 8 Corp. has announced an expanded partnership with Bitmain Technologies, unveiling the U3S21EXPH, a next-generation ASIC miner. The launch represents a significant milestone, with plans for deployment in Q2 2025 and a potential transition to self-mining through a purchase option. Hut 8...
Crypto-Friendly Digital Bank Revolut Set to Launch Its Own Stablecoin
19.9.2024
Crypto-friendly digital bank Revolut is set to launch its own stablecoin, marking a significant expansion of its crypto offerings. This move positions Revolut alongside major players like Paypal, Ripple, and Bitgo in the highly competitive stablecoin market. The London-based fintech company, which...
‘Cheating Is Bad:’ Hamster Kombat Enforces Anti-Cheating Mechanism Before Airdrop
19.9.2024
Hamster Kombat, one of the hottest clicker games on Telegram, introduced an undefined anti-cheating mechanism that penalizes users who try to game its reward system. The team highlighted the relevance of “doing everything right,” protecting members and players who have not used these...
Crypto Prices Rise After Fed Interest Rate Cut, Market Sees New Optimism as Meme Coins like Memebet and ICOs Benefit
19.9.2024
The crypto market has flipped bullish this week. Investors are bullish about yesterday’s interest rate cuts and the chance of a new bull run, so altcoins and meme tokens are in high demand. Crypto Market Flips Green After Fed Rate Decision Things are finally looking up for crypto traders....
Crypto for Advisors: Are Advisors Investing in Crypto?
19.9.2024
Did the launch of spot crypto ETFs help bring crypto into the mainstream and encourage adoption - particularly by closing the gap between advisors and their clients?
Over 75M Ordinal Inscriptions and $4.5B in Sales—Bitcoin Finds Its NFT Footing
19.9.2024
In the last year and nine months since December 2022, more than 75 million Ordinal inscriptions have been minted on the Bitcoin blockchain, according to the latest statistics. This technology has given Bitcoin a new role in the world of digital collectibles. Today, Bitcoin stands as...
Bitcoin bulls target $64K BTC price hurdle as US stocks eye new record
19.9.2024
BTC price performance finally attempts to catch up with risk assets as a Bitcoin renaissance takes over
Bitcoin Taps $63K After Fed Rate Cut Sparks Market Rally
19.9.2024
Bitcoin reached an intraday peak of $63,227 on Thursday, following the U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to lower the benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points the previous day. The entire cryptocurrency market has gained over 5%, and in the past 24 hours, global trading volume jumped...
DZ Bank partners with Boerse Stuttgart for crypto trading
19.9.2024
The partnership will bring cryptocurrency trading and custody solutions to around 700 cooperative banks, with an initial rollout planned for late 2024
Web3 Gaming Platform UNKJD Soccer Collaborates With Puma for Exclusive In-Game Content
19.9.2024
UNKJD Soccer, a popular Web3 sports mobile game, has announced a new collaboration with global sportswear brand Puma. The partnership will bring Puma’s iconic designs and content to the game, offering players new characters, skins, and exclusive tournaments. UNKJD Soccer Introduces Puma-Inspired...
China’s Anti-Crypto Policies Threaten to Ripple Through Its Gaming Market
19.9.2024
Chinese authorities’ recent actions to define crypto as a money laundering tool could influence the performance of its billion-dollar gaming industry. SCMP’s Hugh Harsono argues that these measures may affect games like Metacene, which has introduced cryptocurrencies as in-game...
Maximizing Bitcoin per Share: A New Corporate Strategy
19.9.2024
MicroStrategy, Cathedra Bitcoin and Metaplanet are leading the charge in maximizing bitcoin holdings
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Rises Above $62K After Fed Cuts Rate
19.9.2024
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Sept. 19, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
BTC rallies past $62.6K after BlackRock issues Bitcoin white paper
19.9.2024
Bitcoin's adoption trajectory will largely depend on future macroeconomic and geopolitical concerns, according to BlackRock
Australian Central Bank Prioritizes Wholesale CBDC
19.9.2024
The Australian Central Bank is focusing on a wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC) due to its potential economic benefits compared to a retail CBDC. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has launched Project Acacia, a three-year plan to explore wholesale CBDC opportunities. While the RBA...