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Bitcoin Faces Risk From 'Maxed Out' U.S. Consumers, Analyst Says
8.8.2024
U.S. consumers are accumulating debt at a slower rate, data released Wednesday showed
El Salvador and IMF Advance Talks on Bitcoin Risk Mitigation and Economic Reforms
8.8.2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported progress in negotiations with El Salvador on policies to strengthen public finances, boost bank reserves, improve governance, and address bitcoin risks. Although many BTC risks haven’t materialized for El Salvador, the IMF stated that both...
Blockchains Against Corruption
6.8.2024
From currency risk to judicial risk, companies face all sorts of unforeseen macro threats, particularly in an election year. Decentralized tech can ease the burden, writes Paul Brody, head of blockchain at EY
Goldman Sachs Raises US Recession Risk to 25%
5.8.2024
Global investment bank Goldman Sachs has increased the likelihood of a U.S. recession within the next year to 25% from the previous 15%, although they maintain that the risk remains limited. Despite the recent rise in unemployment to its highest in nearly three years and a significant slowdown...
Macroeconomics Expert Predicts Hard Landing for US Economy
4.8.2024
Despite recent positive economic indicators, investor and macroeconomics expert George Gammon foresees a hard landing for the U.S. economy. In an interview with Michelle Makori of Kitco News, Gammon pointed to several warning signs in the banking sector and the broader financial landscape. Banks...
Bitcoin traders risk-off as BTC price falls to $62K — Is a generational bottom approaching?
2.8.2024
Bitcoin traders anticipate a potential price drop below $60,000. Will dip buyers show up?
Bitcoin Slumps Below $63K, Altcoins Rekt, as Crypto Succumbs to Risk Off Mood
2.8.2024
Major U.S. stock indexes are suffering 2.5%-3.5% declines on Friday
Bitcoin Risk-Reward Remains Compelling Even After Price Doubles in a Year
2.8.2024
Long-term holders are motivated to hold at bitcoin's going market rate, implying an attractive risk-reward for existing or potential investors, according to the "reserve risk" indicator
First Mover Americas: Crypto Markets Reel on Geopolitical Risk
1.8.2024
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Aug. 1 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
Market Volatility Surges Amid Global Uncertainty, Says QCP Capital
31.7.2024
Recent analysis from QCP Capital highlights the intensifying macroeconomic volatility, driven by various factors including equity market sell-offs, unwinding currency trades, and fluctuating commodity prices. QCP Capital’s researchers foresee further turbulence ahead, particularly in light...
EU AI Act comes into effect — Here’s what to expect
31.7.2024
The European Union’s AI Act takes effect on Aug. 1, introducing significant regulations for artificial intelligence through phased implementation and key compliance obligations
Bitcoin Keeps Weekly Loss as 'Anti-Risk' Yen Strengthens After BOJ Rate Hike
31.7.2024
The yen’s popularity as a funding currency can cause knock-on effects in other markets, helping tighten global financial conditions, BlackRock said
Bitcoin’s transformation from risk asset to digital gold hints at new all-time highs
26.7.2024
Bitcoin price is being driven higher by a new set of bullish catalysts
Stablecoin adoption greater risk for developing nations
26.7.2024
A new report warns that the adoption of global stablecoins in emerging markets and developing economies poses significant financial risks and regulatory challenges
UK Regulator Fines Coinbase’s CB Payments $4.5 Million for Serving High-Risk Customers
26.7.2024
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has fined Coinbase’s payments arm, CB Payments Limited, £3,503,546 for breaching compliance rules by serving high-risk customers despite restrictions. The regulator explained that this marks the FCA’s first enforcement action against a firm...
FCA Fines Coinbase $4.5M for Onboarding ‘High-Risk’ Customer
25.7.2024
FCA has fined prominent cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase’s United Kingdom arm $4.5M for breaching a voluntary agreement related to user onboarding. CB Payments Ltd. (CBPL), is an e-money institution and payments processor tied to United States Coinbase (COIN). Coinbase in trouble with UK regulators...
Coinbase UK fined $4.5 million for ‘high-risk’ customer onboarding
25.7.2024
The $4.5 million fine could signal the start of more scrutiny for crypto exchanges in the region
Single Entity Risk Questioned as Coinbase Dominates ETH and BTC ETF Reserve Storage
23.7.2024
The day before the spot ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) were introduced, Coinbase posted on X to clarify its position regarding spot BTC and ETH ETFs. The company mentioned that it holds assets for ten out of 11 spot bitcoin ETFs and eight out of nine ether ETFs. Gabor Gurbacs, founder...
Coinbase Upgraded to Buy From Neutral on Improving Regulatory Risk: Citi
23.7.2024
The Wall Street bank increased its price target on the crypto exchange’s shares to $345 from $260
The Acolyte Episode 8 Review: Torn Between Risk And Safety
22.7.2024
The Acolyte is done, and now we are left to ask: In the sea of content that we are flooded with, does the finale achieve something deeper than just continuing to sell us the Star Wars brand? Partially, yes. It gives us reveals that could have been delivered episodes earlier, action that would have...