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Post-Shapella Hard Fork: Ethereum Deposits Exceed Withdrawals, Wait Time Climbs, ETH Transfer Fees Jump
19.4.2023
It has been a week since Ethereum’s Shapella hard fork, and statistics indicate that ethereum deposits on April 18 have exceeded withdrawals for the first time since the upgrade. At present, 929,999 ether worth $1.94 billion is pending withdrawal, and over the past three days, 112,568 ether...
BRICS De-Dollarization Push, China, and Crypto Threaten US Dollar’s Dominance: Analyst
19.4.2023
Fitch Solutions’ global head of country risk has named the rising adoption of cryptocurrencies, the de-dollarization efforts by the BRICS countries, and China’s rising “economic might” as key factors that erode the U.S. dollar’s dominance over time. He cautioned that...
The Highs (And Lows) Of Taking Apart My Steam Deck
18.4.2023
Note: This is not a guide for taking your Steam Deck apart and is more an example of what not to do. Always use the right tools for the right job and seek out professional repair if you’re not confident in your skills.Read more
Exploit targets crypto veterans, drains over $10M across 11 blockchains
18.4.2023
Metamask developer Taylor Monahan brought the issue to light and said that no one knows how the exploit works yet
Environmental Impact of AI Models Takes Center Stage Amid Criticism Against Bitcoin Mining
18.4.2023
While bitcoin’s effect on the environment has been discussed at length over the last two years, the latest trend of artificial intelligence (AI) software is now being criticized for its carbon footprint. According to several headlines and academic papers this year, AI consumes significant...
'Pepe the Frog' Memecoins Rocket as Crypto Twitter Moves Over Doge Obsession
18.4.2023
Some early users have turned a few hundred dollars into six figures on the latest meme obsession
Australian crypto scams increased by over 162% with nearly $150M lost
18.4.2023
While the total figures are “alarming,” crypto scams accounted for 7.1% of the total $2.08 billion stolen from Australians in 2022
Biggest Movers: DOGE Jumps 6%, AVAX Hits 2-Month High on Monday
17.4.2023
Dogecoin rose by over 6% to start the week, as prices moved back towards a key resistance level. The meme coin moved higher for a fifth straight session, despite the cryptocurrency market falling by 1.54% as of writing. Avalanche also climbed, hitting a two-month high. Dogecoin (DOGE) Dogecoin...
Over 1M Ether Withdrawn After Shapella Fails to Dent Risk Appetite
17.4.2023
Some traders are restaking the ether withdrawn since the Shapella upgrade, quashing bearish price forecasts
Latam Insights – Inflation Skyrockets in Argentina, El Salvador Processes Digital Assets Licenses, Venezuelan Crypto Corruption Probe Continues
17.4.2023
Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of the most relevant crypto and economic development news from Latin America during the last week. In this issue: Inflation in Argentina goes over 100%, El Salvador issues its first digital assets licenses, and the crypto-linked corruption probe in Venezuela...
Blockchain Association files further FOIA requests over banking closures
17.4.2023
The crypto advocacy group wants clarity on recent regulatory action against digital asset-friendly banks
Police in Kosovo Seize Crypto Mining Rigs From Serbs
16.4.2023
Kosovo police have seized dozens of crypto mining devices from residents of a majority Serb region in the north of the country. Authorities in Pristina and Belgrade exchanged accusations over the move, which has the potential to raise tensions in the ethnically divided, partially recognized Balkan...
With Close to 10 Billion Stablecoins Redeemed, BUSD’s Supply Drops to Lowest Level Since April 2021
16.4.2023
Statistics recorded on April 15, 2023, show that the number of coins in circulation for the stablecoin BUSD dropped below the 7 billion range to 6.68 billion, marking the lowest number of BUSD in circulation since April 2021. Furthermore, data indicates that the supply of BUSD has shrunk by 19.8%...
Liquid Staking Protocols See Increase in Monthly ETH Deposits Despite Withdrawals Post-Shapella Hard Fork
15.4.2023
Following the Shapella hard fork on April 12, 2023, approximately 332,368 ether, valued at around $699 million, has been withdrawn. Despite these withdrawals, liquid staking protocols like Lido, Rocketpool, and others have experienced an increase in ether deposits over the last 30 days. Since March...
Biggest Movers: ADA Price Climbs for Ninth Consecutive Day
15.4.2023
Cardano rose to a fresh multi-month high on Saturday, as the token surged for a ninth consecutive session. The price is now up by over 15% in that time, cementing its place as the world’s seventh-largest cryptocurrency. Avalanche is also trading higher, hitting a two-month high in...
RPG Pulled From Steam Over Theft Allegations Asks Fans To Torrent It Instead
14.4.2023
The ongoing saga surrounding the upcoming RPG Dark and Darker continues, as developer Ironmace has turned to torrents for playtesting after being delisted from Steam.Read more
Ethereum on-chain data forecasts the withdrawal of 1.4M ETH over the next few days
14.4.2023
ETH price rallied as deposits briefly surged after the Shapella, but on-chain data suggests that 1.4 million ETH will be withdrawn in the short-term
Kraken to Unstake Over $1 Billion in ETH After Shapella Upgrade – What Happens Next?
14.4.2023
Major crypto exchange Kraken has taken a leading position in the Ethereum (ETH) unstaking queue following the blockchain’s latest Shapella upgrade, with a number of market observers suggesting that the exchange’s dominance of the queue could be triggered by Kraken's recent legal woes. ...
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Bitcoin Price and Ethereum Prediction: BTC and ETH Soar Over 10% - Is There a Limit to Their Ascent?
14.4.2023
The price of Bitcoin and Ethereum has risen, with both cryptocurrencies soaring by over 10%. As investors and traders closely monitor these developments, many questions whether their ascent is limited. Will this bullish trend continue, or are we approaching a potential peak?
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First Mover Asia: Ether Climbs Over $2.1K to Further Its Post Ethereum Shanghai Upgrade Surge
14.4.2023
Bitcoin has continued its more moderately-paced momentum, inching toward $31K. ALSO: CoinDesk columnist considers Shapella's immediate and potential long-term impact