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Economist Larry Summers Urges Fed to Consider Half-Point Rate Increase in July
3.6.2023
Larry Summers, the American economist and former U.S. Treasury Secretary, believes that should the U.S. Federal Reserve refrain from increasing the benchmark interest rate this month, a half-point rate hike may be necessary for July. As per the CME Fedwatch tool, there is a 74% likelihood that...
Fallout Creator’s Coming Out Story Hits Harder This Pride Month
2.6.2023
To all of my fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community, happy Pride. Being queer these days is a whirlwind of emotions, some very positive and hopeful, and others not so much. Our history is one of courage and struggle, a struggle that continues today. And in this fight, it’s essential to learn from...
Xbox Promises To Make Games For Much-Needed Queer Visibility
1.6.2023
Xbox has announced its plans for Pride 2023, and they include a “long-term” partnership with media-monitoring organization GLAAD, the option for players to donate Microsoft Rewards points to several LGBTQIA+ organizations, and a curated list of games that are made by queer-identifying developers...
Biggest Movers: SHIB Nears 6-Month Low, Whilst LTC Drops by 4% on Wednesday
31.5.2023
Shiba inu moved closer to a six-month low on Wednesday, as sentiment in cryptocurrency markets shifted bearish. Litecoin was another notable token to fall, slipping by over 4% today. The global market cap is currently down by over 2% at the time of writing. Shiba Inu (SHIB) Shiba inu (SHIB) fell...
Stablecoin Economy Reaches 20-Month Low as BUSD Redemptions Surpass 10 Billion Tokens in 3 Months
31.5.2023
Three months have passed since Paxos made the decision to cease the production of new BUSD tokens, complying with the directive issued by the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS). Since February 13, 2023, 10.62 billion BUSD tokens have been redeemed thus far. Within the span of...
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: BTC, ETH Fall Lower, as US Consumer Confidence Hits 6-Month Low
31.5.2023
Bitcoin erased recent gains on Wednesday, as markets reacted to the latest points of U.S. economic data. One of which being consumer confidence, which dropped to a six-month low in May. Ethereum was also lower in today’s session, dropping below $1,900. Bitcoin Bitcoin (BTC) neared a breakout...
First Mover Asia: Nearly $275 Million in Ether Burnt This Month as It Continues Deflationary Trend
31.5.2023
Also: Bitcoin and volatility have a tricky relationship. BTC steadies below $28K after dip
Biggest Movers: XRP Hits 1-Month High, After Moving Past Key Price Level
27.5.2023
One of Saturday’s biggest movers is XRP, which rose to a 30-day high earlier in today’s session. The token rose for a third consecutive day, as bulls returned to the market to start the weekend. Cardano was another notable gainer today. XRP XRP (formerly ripple), moved to a one-month...
Digital Currency Group to Sunset Tradeblock, Cites ‘Regulatory Challenges’ and ‘Prolonged Crypto Winter’
26.5.2023
Digital Currency Group has revealed its decision to sunset its institutional trading platform, Tradeblock, on May 31, 2023. The company attributes the move to the “challenging regulatory environment” and the enduring effects of the “prolonged crypto winter,” signaling...
Market Outlook: CME Fedwatch Tool Points to Increased Chance of June Rate Hike
26.5.2023
According to the CME Group Fedwatch tool on Thursday, there was a 51% probability of a quarter-point rate increase during the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on June 14. Just a fortnight ago, the Fedwatch tool indicated a slim possibility of the federal funds rate reaching...
Japan to Apply Tougher Crypto AML Regulations, ‘Travel Rule’ in June
25.5.2023
Stricter anti-money laundering (AML) measures for the crypto sector in Japan will enter into force next month, local media reported. The new rules were adopted to align the country’s legal framework for cryptocurrencies with global standards in the field. Japan to Enforce Legislation Allowing...
IRS Sends Experts Next Month Around the World To Combat Cybercrime With a Focus on Crypto
25.5.2023
The US Internal Revenue Service will deploy experts next month to four continents to combat cybercrime, with a particular focus on tax and financial crimes that use cryptocurrency.
That is part of a pilot program the IRS announced last week where “cyber attachés” will be sent to Sydney, Bogota...
Stablecoin Market Shrinks for 14th Straight Month, Posing Potential Headwinds for Crypto Prices
25.5.2023
The continued contraction of the stablecoin market capitalization suggests that the crypto markets are still in their bear phase, macro analyst Tom Dunleavy said
30-Day Bitcoin NFT Sales Surge to $173 Million, Securing Second Place in Blockchain Market
24.5.2023
In the past month, recent data reveals that sales of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) originating from the Bitcoin blockchain have surged to $173.28 million. Surpassing 20 alternative blockchain networks, Bitcoin-based NFT sales now secure the second position in the realm of blockchain sales, with only...
Japan to Enforce Tougher Crypto Anti-Money Laundering Laws Next Month: Report
24.5.2023
Earlier this month, global financial crimes watchdog FATF urged G-7 economies like Japan to lead by example to implement its controversial "travel rule" for crypto transfers
Biggest Movers: TRON Nears 1-Year High, Whilst ADA Snaps 4-Day Bear Run
22.5.2023
Tron rose for a fourth consecutive session on Monday, pushing the token to an eleven-month high. The move comes despite current sentiment of uncertainty in the cryptocurrency market. Cardano was also higher, snapping a losing streak in the process. TRON (TRX) Tron (TRX) rose close to...
Federal Reserve Chair Powell Hints at Possible Pause in Interest Rate Hikes
22.5.2023
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has hinted that the Fed may pause raising interest rates at the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting next month. “Having come this far, we can afford to look at the data and the evolving outlook and make careful assessments,” Powell said. Fed Chair Jerome...
Avorak AI to begin beta testing later this month, Dogecoin holders excited for trade bots
20.5.2023
The Avorak AI beta testing is adding to the hype surrounding the project. With the recent movements in meme coin prices, Dogecoin holders are moving to Avorak’s ICO, possibly because of Avorak’s trade bot. Is Dogecoin a good investment? Investing in Dogecoin (DOGE) comes with its...
Litecoin Leaves Bitcoin and Ether Behind With Rally to One-Month High
18.5.2023
Litecoin has chalked out a double-digit price rally to hit the highest since April 19
Demand for ETH Staking Soars Despite Nearly Month-Long Waiting Period
16.5.2023
Since the implementation of the Shanghai upgrade to the Ethereum mainnet just over one month ago, which allowed Ethereum validators to withdraw all or some of their staked Ether (ETH) tokens from the staking smart contract for the first time, demand for ETH staking has soared.
According...