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The Promises and Perils of NFTs: An Excerpt From 'The Everything Token'
23.1.2024
In their new book, Steve Kaczynski and Scott Duke Kominers discuss the ongoing challenges (and potential solutions) around diversity, regulation and decentralization facing the NFT ecosystem
JPMorgan Sees Challenges Ahead for Crypto Market — Downgrades Coinbase Stock
23.1.2024
Warning of a difficult time ahead for the crypto market, global investment bank JPMorgan has downgraded Coinbase stock. Emphasizing that crypto prices are already under pressure, JPMorgan warned of “greater potential for cryptocurrency ETF enthusiasm to further deflate,” driving with...
Why Does Maxine Waters Care About Meta’s Crypto Patents?
23.1.2024
Iris Energy Boosts Bitcoin Mining Capacity to 6 EH/s, Eyes 20 EH/s Milestone by H2 2024
23.1.2024
According to an announcement from the publicly-listed bitcoin miner Iris Energy, the mining operation has increased its operating capacity to 6 exahash per second (EH/s) and expects an additional 4 EH/s to be online by the first half of 2024. Iris Boosts Mining Capacity to 6 EH/s Amidst IREN Share...
'Lord, You Told Me to Do This': Pastor Defends Taking $1.3M From Failed Crypto
23.1.2024
Eli Regalado said God told him to start the INDXcoin project and he's waiting on further guidance after Colorado securities officials accused him of running a crypto scam
Critical Bug in Ethereum’s Nethermind Client Highlights Risks of Low Client Diversity
23.1.2024
A severe bug in the Nethermind Ethereum execution client has recently been uncovered, affecting 8% of Ethereum’s validators and reminding everyone of the necessity for greater client diversity in the Ethereum network. Critical Flaw in Ethereum’s Nethermind Client Spotlights the Dangers...
The Next Phase of DeFi Is Here
23.1.2024
Expect a transition from incentive madness to real utility in crypto markets, says Jesus Rodriguez, CEO, IntoTheBlock
Trump Doubles Down on Anti-CBDC Stance, Gives Full Credit to Ramaswamy
23.1.2024
Former President Donald Trump doubled down on his claim that he will “never allow” a central bank for digital currency (CBDC) during a Monday night rally in New Hampshire. Trump vows no CBDC Trump credited former presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy, who has since endorsed Trump in...
Tornado Cash Co-Founder Braces for Precedent-Setting Trial in US
23.1.2024
Roman Storm, facing multiple federal charges related to his role in the creation of Tornado Cash, is bracing for a trial in the United States. Scheduled for September 2024, the trial could have far-reaching implications for the crypto industry and digital privacy laws. Roman Storm Pledges Vigorous...
At Davos, Crypto Pushes Case for Decentralized AI
23.1.2024
With Big Tech set to dominate AI, decentralizers made the case for a blockchain governance layer for the next era of the internet
Mt. Gox Moves Seemingly Closer to Bitcoin Repayments For 2014 Hack Victims
23.1.2024
Some former customers of the crypto exchange have reported receiving an email asking for confirmation of identity and account details on the mtgoxinsolvency subreddit group
GBTC Experiences Record Bitcoin Outflow; Blockguard CEO Advises Investor Calm Amidst Market Shift
23.1.2024
Grayscale’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), known as GBTC, has experienced increased outflows since its recent update. Present data reveals that a substantial 14,292.18 bitcoin, valued slightly above $556 million, exited the fund after Monday’s trading activities. GBTC Sees...
Crypto Exchange OKX's Token Suffers 50% Flash Crash Amid Liquidation Cascade
23.1.2024
The exchange said that it will compensate impacted users within 72 hours
Is Grayscale Takeover Bait Amid Bitcoin ETF Battle?
23.1.2024
Experts said newcomers in the bitcoin investing game could be enticed by Grayscale, the incumbent with a huge lead
Ethereum Interoperability Hub Polymer Raises $23M Series A Funding From Marquee Investors
23.1.2024
The funding round was co-led by Blockchain Capital, Maven 11 and Distributed Global and included contributions from Coinbase Ventures, Placeholder and Digital Currency Group
Maxine Waters Questions Meta’s Digital Asset Ambitions
23.1.2024
Maxine Waters has sent a probing letter to Meta, querying the tech giant’s recent spate of trademark applications related to digital assets and blockchain technology. Maxine Waters Suspects Meta’s Renewed Interest in Digital Assets Through Trademark Filings Maxine Waters, the ranking...
Bullish Bet: Why experts think Bitcoin will break its all-time high in 2024
23.1.2024
Bitcoin is not behaving the way crypto enthusiasts thought it would after the Bitcoin ETF approval by the SEC. There was an uptick for the next two days, with prices reportedly touching the milestone of $48k; however, it was soon overtaken by the sentiments of the bear when the coin went for free...
Coinbase Falls After JPMorgan Downgrades Stock to Underweight on Disappointing Bitcoin ETF Catalyst
23.1.2024
The bitcoin ETF catalyst that pushed the ecosystem out of its crypto winter last year will disappoint investors in 2024, the report said
Bitcoin Sinks Below $39,000 as Market Pressure Intensifies
23.1.2024
Over the past day, bitcoin’s value has experienced further decline, now plummeting below the $39K mark as ongoing bearish trends exert downward pressure. Following its dip under the $40K barrier on Monday, the leading crypto asset further depreciated by 5.3% relative to the U.S. dollar...
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Slips Below $39K
23.1.2024
The latest price moves in bitcoin [BTC] and crypto markets in context for Jan. 23, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets