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Digital Euro Enters ‘Preparation Phase’ — ECB Says ‘Digital Euro Would Make Data Protection a Priority’
19.10.2023
The European Central Bank (ECB) has decided to move its digital euro project to the next phase after two years of investigation. The “preparation phase” of the digital euro will involve “finalizing the digital euro rulebook and selecting providers that could develop a digital euro platform...
Vitalik Buterin: ‘I Haven’t Sold ETH for Personal Gain Since 2018’
19.10.2023
Vitalik Buterin has dismissed reports that he recently sold his crypto holdings and claimed to have not “sold ether for personal gain since 2018.” Buterin suggested to his followers that the reports often mistake his transfer of digital assets to charitable organizations as sales...
Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz Foresees Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval in 2023
18.10.2023
Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz expects a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) to be approved in 2023. “It’s going to get approved, we think it happens this year,” the American investor said on Wednesday. Billionaire and Crypto Investor Mike Novogratz Say There’s Been a ‘Huge Psychological...
EU Adopts DAC8 – New Cryptocurrency Tax Reporting Rule To Take Effect Soon
18.10.2023
European Union (EU) finance ministers approve new regulations requiring cryptocurrency firms to share data on customer cryptocurrency holdings with tax authorities.
On October 17, the EU adopted the Eighth Directive on Administrative Cooperation (DAC8), which is set to go into force in 2024....
Bitcoin price holds $28K range as institutional investor maneuvering boosts sentiment
18.10.2023
Comments from institutional investors and amendments to the spot Bitcoin ETF applications could be behind the recent improvement in investor sentiment
Elizabeth Warren and 100 Lawmakers Push Biden on Crypto-Terrorism Action, Despite Less Than 1% Illicit Use
18.10.2023
Elizabeth Warren, the Democratic senator from Massachusetts, is alarmed by the potential of crypto-fueled terrorism. She has rallied over 100 policymakers and approached the Biden administration, urging the executive branch to tackle this pressing issue. The news follows Warren’s recently...
Bitcoin Miners Sail Through Over 400 Difficulty Changes With 13 More Anticipated Before the Halving
18.10.2023
In 189 days or 27,000 blocks, Bitcoin’s block reward is anticipated to halve. Within this period, around 13 adjustments in Bitcoin’s difficulty are expected. The network’s difficulty indicates the complexity of finding a hash below a particular target, essentially representing...
Biggest Movers: SHIB, DOGE Fall, as Crypto Markets Consolidate
18.10.2023
Meme coins were one of the biggest casualties of Wednesday’s price consolidation, falling by as much as 2% in today’s session. The decline comes as a result of profit taking, following strong gains to start the week. Shiba inu and dogecoin remain in the red, as of writing. Shiba Inu (SHIB) Shiba...
FTX Scandal: What the Latest Testimony Means for the Cryptocurrency Industry
18.10.2023
As the FTX trial is unfolding, recent testimony has revealed major internal issues at the cryptocurrency exchange, raising questions about the industry at large. The revelations come amid a week of heated courtroom debates and could reshape the way cryptocurrency exchanges operate in...
Crypto Tokens MOON and BRICK Plunge as Reddit Sunsets Community Points
18.10.2023
On Tuesday, the social news hub Reddit unveiled that it would be drawing the curtains on the Community Points project. This revelation promptly sent two cryptocurrency coins from r/cryptocurrency and r/fortnite spiraling downward, showcasing a notable dip in value following the news. This...
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: BTC Bulls Secure Gains, Following a Recent Multi-Month High
18.10.2023
Bitcoin stalled in today’s session, as traders consolidated gains, following a recent two-month high. The global market cap is trading 0.01% lower as of writing, with the cryptocurrency remaining above the $28,000 level. Ethereum has been marginally higher, and continues to hover around...
Bitpanda introduces multi-chain network support
18.10.2023
Bitpanda introduces multi-chain network support to facilitate users in moving selected crypto assets across multiple blockchains, including the Polygon Network and the BNB Smart Chain. Multi-network support benefits a user with the provision of further workability options with regards to...
South Korean Crypto Exchange Upbit Obtains Regulatory Approval in Singapore
18.10.2023
Leading South Korean crypto exchange Upbit has been granted regulatory approval by Singapore’s main financial regulator. The authorization will allow the trading platform to provide regulated services in the Southeast Asian city-state which has established itself as a crypto hub. Upbit Singapore...
Report: Namibian Police Arrest 20 Ringleaders of Local Pig Butchering Crypto Scam
18.10.2023
Police in Namibia recently arrested 20 individuals who are accused of running a so called “pig butchering” cryptocurrency scheme which targeted U.S. citizens. According to the police, the more than 80 young Namibians who worked for the scammers were promised a monthly salary of $160....
Middle East regulatory clarity drives crypto industry growth — Binance FZE head
18.10.2023
UAE, Dubai and Bahrain continue to attract major cryptocurrency exchanges and businesses due to their progressive regulatory approaches
Bitget’s “Futures Quant” Feature Simplifies Crypto Trading Bots
18.10.2023
Bitget, the leading copy trading and crypto derivatives platform, recently unveiled its latest feature. Termed Futures Quant, the feature represents the future of smart investment tools. Using modern algorithms and artificial intelligence to produce keen insights helps make informed investment...
Report: Valr Partnership With Visa to Expand the Reach of the South African Crypto Exchange
18.10.2023
The South African crypto exchange Valr said its partnership with the global card firm Visa is set to expand the former’s reach. The two companies said they would work on a solution that enables Valr customers to use the card firm’s network to make or receive payments. Harnessing Visa’s...
Using Tether to avoid market volatility: Strategies for traders
18.10.2023
Cryptocurrencies are revolutionary in the financial world, exposing traders to highly volatile markets while providing opportunities for significant gains. Tether (USDT) has become popular for traders seeking stability in this volatile market. The USDT stablecoin offers a safe harbor in...
A deep dive into Dogecoin: What can you expect in terms of risks and rewards?
18.10.2023
Dogecoin has earned special prominence and is recognized as a unique and highly coveted digital asset. Featuring the face of a Shiba Inu Dog embossed on the coin, Dogecoin has grabbed the attention of many crypto investors and enthusiasts alike. The article weighs the performance, risks,...
Fed Governor Questions Need for US Central Bank Digital Currency
18.10.2023
A top Federal Reserve official said Tuesday she has yet to be convinced there is a need for the U.S. central bank to develop a digital currency. Fed Governor Remains Unconvinced on U.S. CBDC, Cites Existing Innovations and Risks In a discourse at Harvard Law School, Fed Governor Michelle Bowman...