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Environmental Impact of Cryptocurrency Mining: Challenges and Solutions
6.9.2024
Cryptocurrency mining has surged in popularity as digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum have gained traction. While mining plays a […]
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Mastercard Launches Crypto Debit Card for Self-Custodial Wallets in Europe With Mercuryo Partnership
6.9.2024
Mastercard has announced the launch of a new crypto debit card in Europe through a partnership with Mercuryo. This innovative card allows users to spend over 40 different cryptocurrencies directly from their self-custodial wallets at more than 100 million merchants across the continent. Mercuryo,...
Bitcoin traders brush off September blues, say closing price may ‘surprise the bears’
6.9.2024
Tyr Capital’s chief investment officer thinks Bitcoin is more likely to finish September above $60,000 than below
Bitcoin traders brush off September blues, say closing price may ‘surprise the bears’
6.9.2024
Tyr Capital’s chief investment officer thinks Bitcoin is more likely to finish September above $60,000 than below
Monochrome confident as it files for Australia's first ETF to hold Ether directly
6.9.2024
Monochrome’s CEO says the firm's Bitcoin ETF has seen growth off the back of its in-kind subscription mechanism and hopes an Ether ETF could see similar inflows.
Bitfarms Hits Back at Riot Platforms’ Alleged Misleading Claims
6.9.2024
Bitcoin mining firm Bitfarms has responded to Riot Platforms’ allegedly misleading statements about a special meeting and potential acquisition. Bitfarms claimed that Riot refused to engage constructively and is attempting to buy Bitfarms at a discount for its own shareholders’ benefit....
Crypto in ‘extreme fear’ as Arthur Hayes tips ‘sub $50K’ Bitcoin weekend
6.9.2024
Crypto market sentiment dropped back into “extreme fear” amid Bitcoin’s price slump, with Arthur Hayes calling that it could drop again
FTC Urges Caution as Bitcoin ATM Fraud Cases Skyrocket
6.9.2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reported a sharp rise in scams involving bitcoin ATMs, with fraud losses increasing nearly tenfold from 2020 to 2023 and exceeding $65 million in the first half of 2024. These scams often involve impersonations and target vulnerable populations, such as older...
India’s FIU Considers Approving More Offshore Crypto Exchanges
6.9.2024
India’s Financial Intelligence Unit is reportedly reviewing four offshore cryptocurrency exchanges for potential approval to resume operations following the lifting of bans on Binance and Kucoin. The focus is on ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering regulations, including transaction...
Bitcoin yield opportunities are booming — Here’s what to watch for
6.9.2024
Bitcoin has historically been terrible as a yield asset. Fortunately, the options for earning interest are beginning to abound
Nigerian Scammer’s Crypto Wallet Seized by Kansas Attorney General
6.9.2024
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach announced the recovery of an international crypto wallet and stated that the funds will be returned to a Kansas resident defrauded in a crypto scam. This followed a lawsuit against Bimbo Toyin Akinyemi, a Nigerian national accused of the fraud. The court ordered...
Financial Action Task Force of Latin America States Bitcoin Has Not Reached a ‘Significant Impact’ in El Salvador
6.9.2024
The Financial Task Force of Latin America (GAFILAT) released an evaluation of the state of El Salvador regarding compliance with international anti-money laundering requirements. The institution found that, while El Salvador included bitcoin as legal tender in 2021, the crypto asset has not reached...
Head of the State Duma’s Financial Market Committee: National Digital Currencies to Be Considered for Bilateral Settlements Between China and Russia
6.9.2024
Anatoly Aksakov, head of the State Duma’s Financial Market Committee, has discussed the use of national digital currencies for bilateral settlements between Russia and China. In a recent interview with Russian media, Aksakov stated that these instruments will be considered for such settlements...
Bullish or Bearish? What’s Next for Bitcoin Amid Mixed Market Sentiment
5.9.2024
On Sept. 5, 2024, bitcoin held steady, floating just above the $56K mark, sparking ongoing debates about its market direction. Some speculate that bitcoin might be entering a bearish phase, while others still see potential for a bullish breakout. Cryptoquant’s head of research, Julio Moreno...
Blockstream Mining issues hashrate-backed security token in fundraise
5.9.2024
Blockstream is essentially selling four-year claims on the proceeds from its Bitcoin mining operations in exchange for funding
Blockstream Mining issues hashrate-backed security token in fundraise
5.9.2024
Blockstream is essentially selling four-year claims on the proceeds from its Bitcoin mining operations in exchange for funding
Nexo Reopens UK Registrations With Enhanced User Protections
5.9.2024
Nexo, a crypto lending platform known for offering instant crypto-backed loans and high-yield interest accounts, has resumed new user registrations in the United Kingdom after a 10-month hiatus, implementing enhanced user protections to comply with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) guidelines....
86 Million Tokens Set for Distribution in Eigenlayer’s Season 2 Stakedrop
5.9.2024
The Eigen Foundation has launched its Season 2 stakedrop, offering EIGEN tokens to stakers, ecosystem partners, and community members who contributed to the Eigenlayer network. Token claims will open on or before September 17, 2024, with rewards based on participation in staking, contributions...
Bitcoin trades under $57K, but data suggests pro traders are not bearish
5.9.2024
Bitcoin price fell closer to $56,000, leading traders to question whether the bull market is coming to an end. US job market data could hold the answer
Aptos Leads Losses as Crypto Weakness Continues; Coinbase Shares Fall to 7-Month Lows
5.9.2024
Cryptocurrencies continued their weak trading as recession fears weighed on risk assets ahead of Friday's key jobs data report