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First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Dips Below $62K Ahead of U.S. Inflation Figures
14.5.2024
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for May 14, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
Bitcoin Hash Rate Declines as Mining Firms Shut Down Unprofitable Rigs Post-Halving
14.5.2024
The hash rate of the Bitcoin network has experienced a significant decline as mining firms are shutting down unprofitable mining rigs following the fourth Bitcoin halving.
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Ghana’s Vice President Says His Government Aims to Become the First to Be Powered by Blockchain
14.5.2024
The Ghanaian government’s next phase in its digitalization drive is set to be the adoption of blockchain technology, according to the country’s vice president. He stated that his administration aims to become one of the few governments worldwide powered by blockchain, and the first in Africa....
Spot Bitcoin ETF sees first inflow in five weeks amid market shift
14.5.2024
There is a notable shift in the market, with Spot Bitcoin ETF banking an inflow for the first time in five weeks. There was a trend of outflow for 4 consecutive weeks, but that has been broken with the inflow of $130 million in total. This pertains to the US Spot Bitcoin ETF offering with …
Dormant Bitcoin wallet awakens to $61,000 windfall
14.5.2024
In a surprising twist that echoes tales of buried treasure, an old Bitcoin wallet that has been inactive since 2011 suddenly becomes active, transferring an amount of $30 million worth of Bitcoin. This unforeseen incident has triggered the interest of the people engaged in the world...
Bitcoin poised for takeoff as it exits post-halving “Danger Zone”
14.5.2024
At present, Bitcoin (BTC) is valued at $62,662.70, indicating a decrease of 1.05% in value compared to the previous week. Many crypto traders interpret this period of relative calm as an indication of a potential substantial decline that may lie ahead. However, a recent analysis by Rekt Capital,...
Bitcoin hash rate dips as miners turn off unprofitable ASICs post-halving
14.5.2024
Despite the recent block reward halving, only the profitability of Bitcoin miners with less efficient mining rigs is endangered, according to Terawulf's Nazar Khan
Bitcoin Price Prediction as Two Mysterious Whales Start Transferring Funds After 10 Years – What’s Going On?
14.5.2024
Two dormant Bitcoin wallets moved 1,000 BTC, worth $60.9 million, raising speculation about market impacts and future Bitcoin price predictions.
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Bitcoin Enters Accumulation Phase, Exiting Post-Halving “Danger Zone,” Claims Analyst
14.5.2024
Bitcoin has emerged from the post-halving "danger zone" and entered an accumulation phase, as indicated by weakening selling pressure.
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Bitcoin Runes Protocol Sees Traction Waning After Much-Hyped Introduction
14.5.2024
User activity has plunged after a hyped run-up to the start of the Runes protocol , which was expected by some to mirror Solana’s meme coin ecosystem
How DLCs Can Enable Defi Deposits and Fulfill Bitcoin’s Promise
14.5.2024
Bitcoin embodies decentralization, security, and self-sovereignty. But today, financial transactions with Bitcoin require the use of custodians or bridges – a reliance on intermediaries that has led to disastrous losses numbering in the billions of dollars. Discreet Log Contracts (DLCs)...
Bitcoin 'guardrail' gets stronger at $60K as bulls brace for macro data
14.5.2024
BTC price moves become increasingly erratic in the hours leading up to a slew of U.S. macroeconomic data prints after Bitcoin bulls fail to flip $63,000
Coinshares Reports Its Most Successful Quarter Ever in Q1
14.5.2024
Coinshares International Limited, a European investment company specializing in digital assets, has announced its Q1 2024 results, marking the most successful quarter in the company’s history. The company reported a 216% year-over-year (YoY) increase in revenue, gains, and other income,...
Okx Launches in Australia With Comprehensive Crypto Services
14.5.2024
Global crypto exchange and Web3 technology company, Okx, has officially launched its services in Australia. The platform now offers spot trading for all users and derivatives trading for verified wholesale clients. Users can deposit and withdraw AUD via most Australian banks and have access...
Proactive Detection by Certik Saves Wormhole Bridge From Potential $5 Million Hack
14.5.2024
Certik, a security firm, prevented a potentially disastrous $5 million exploit in the Wormhole cross-chain bridge by identifying a critical bug, showcasing the importance of proactive security practices and the benefits of open-source software in enhancing Web3 security standards. Wormhole,...
VanEck’s Bitcoin ETF Gains $109 Million Net Asset, Holds $619 Million Bitcoin in Q1
14.5.2024
VanEck's spot Bitcoin ETF HODL reports substantial asset growth in the first quarter of 2024, with total holdings reaching approximately $619 million in Bitcoin and a net realized gain of $6 million.
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Daily Bitcoin Rune Etchings Plummet by 99% Since April Peak
14.5.2024
The number of new Runes etched on Bitcoin daily has experienced a drastic decline, falling below 250 for the past six days.
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Canada’s Tax Agency Targets $40M in Uncollected Crypto Taxes as Trudeau Seeks Major Capital Gains Hike
14.5.2024
Based on a report by the National Post, Canada’s Revenue Agency (CRA) is actively searching for uncollected taxes on cryptocurrencies. The agency estimates that there is nearly $40 million in undeclared taxes related to digital currencies. Concurrently, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau...
Biden orders removal of Chinese-owned crypto miner near missile base
14.5.2024
Entities owned by Chinese nationals “might take action that threatens to impair the national security of the United States,” said President Biden
Coinbase Faces System Wide Outage, Affirms Funds Are Safe
14.5.2024
Coinbase, one of the largest U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchanges, reported a system-wide outage in its services, affecting customers’ crypto operations. On its status site, Coinbase stated that it was aware that “some users may experience failures when sending crypto or withdrawing...